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The City of Kissimmee Commission convened on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The agenda included the swearing-in of new firefighters and police promotions, a proclamation for National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, the unanimous approval of a 21-item Consent Agenda, public comments, discussion on economic development contracts, and the process for filling a vacant Commission seat.
Economic Development Partner Agreements and Contract Renewals (Item 8.A) The Commission heard presentations from four partner organizations. Questions focused on the number of businesses established within city limits and the expansion of international trade programs beyond Latin America. The Commission unanimously approved all four contract renewals for a total of $135,000.
Advisory Board and Commission Vacancies (Item 8.B & City Manager Report)
It's six PM straight out. So we're going to get started right now, and we're going to start off with our Pledge Allegiance in our moment of silence with Commissioner Jeanette Martinez. We'll do our swearing in of the new firefighters. Very hard. They're committed, they're ready to come on shift to start serving the community. They're doing a great job, and it is indeed my pleasure to call them before to introduce you to them. So at this time we'll have Josh Petty and his sponsor come forward. Hi, State Renee. Hi, Josh Petty. Hi, Aaron Hayton. Having been appointed to the position of firefighter? Having been appointed the position of firefighter. Do you hear by solemnly swear on a firm? Do you hear by solemnly swear from that I will support, defend, and obey? That I will support, defend, and obey. The Constitution of the United States of America. The Constitution of the United States of America. The Constitution of the State of Florida. The Constitution of the State of Florida. Laws and ordinances of the city of Kissimmee. The laws and ordinances of the city of Kissimmee. And the rules and regulations of the Kissimmee Fire Department. And the rules and regulations of the Kissimmee Fire Department. To the best of my ability. To the best of my ability. So help me go. So congratulations. Congratulations, welcome aboard. Congratulations, welcome aboard. Thank you. Moving on with item 3B, promotion ceremony of a police lieutenant, police sergeant, and two police corporals. Chief Broadway. Thank you, Madam Mayor. Good evening. Good evening, uh, commissioners and city management. It is an honor and we are excited to celebrate the promotion of members of KPD to lieutenant sergeant and corporal. All of them have worked hard and prepared themselves for the responsibilities that come with their new leadership roles. They have demonstrated their dedication and willingness and commitment to step up, step forward, and lead with our core values of courage, honor, excellence, integrity, and service above self. To all of you being promoted this evening, as you move into these new positions, remember that leadership is not only defined by the rank you wear, but by the example you set, the people you inspire, and the difference you make. Congratulations, lead with humility, serve with purpose, and never forget why you chose this honorable and noble profession. I'm proud of each and every one of you and have nothing but confidence in your leadership and what you will provide and the contributions you will make to the to the Kissimmee Police Department and to our community. At this time, Deputy Chief Tilton, uh, we'll do the introductions of all those getting promoted this evening. Good evening. Could I ask uh Lieutenant Brandon Rush and his sponsor to step forward? Lieutenant Rush started his career with the Kissimmee Police Department in 2012, working in patrol and as a field training officer. In 2018, Lieutenant Rush was promoted to corporal.