Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 Meeting - Follow-Up Memo

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To:	Honorable Chairman and Members of the Board
From:	Vincent S. Long, County Administrator
Subject:	Follow-up to County Commission Regular Meeting of June 14, 2022

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The meeting was held in the Leon County Courthouse, County Commission Chambers, Fifth Floor, located at 301 S. Monroe Street   Tallahassee, Florida 32301.

The media and the public could access the meeting in real time on Comcast channel 16, the Leon County Florida channel on Roku, the County’s Facebook page, YouTube channel, Twitter and County web site.

Citizens wishing to provide input on any item(s) on the published agenda (or a non-agenda subject) for the meeting could share public comment by using one of the following options:

• In-person at the meeting; or
• Register to provide comments using communications media technology during the meeting through the registration form using the following link https://www2.leoncountyfl.gov/coadmin/agenda/. 
  Citizens wishing to provide virtual comment must register by 8 p.m. on the day before the meeting to provide County staff sufficient time to provide instructions to citizens for comment during the meeting.  Anyone needing assistance with registration may contact County Administration at 850-606-5300.

Please note that Board of County Commissioners Policy 01-05, Article IX., Section E., titled “Addressing the Commission”, and Article IX., Section F., entitled “Decorum”, shall remain in full force and effect.

Commissioner Minor moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozier to allow Commissioner Welch to telephonically participate in the Board meeting.

The motion passed 5-0     

 

INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Invocation by Rev. Candace McKibben of the Tallahassee Fellowship

Pledge of Allegiance by Commissioner Brian Welch

Chairman Proctor expressed condolences for the loss of Commission Jackson and asked for a moment of silence in his honor.

AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS

• Presentation Recognizing County Administrator Vincent Long and Deputy County Administrator Alan Rosenzweig for their Leadership During the COVID pandemic
  (Chief Judge Jonathan Sjostrom)
  • Chief Judge Jonathan Sjostrom expressed his thanks for the County’s support of the Courts during the pandemic and since their reopening, and presented plaques to County Administrator Long and Deputy County Administrator Rosenzweig.
  • County Administrator Long thanked the Chief Judge for the recognition.
• Presentation on the Implementation of the Sheriff's HOST Program to Address Homelessness in the Community
  (Sheriff Walt McNeill and Assistant Sheriff Argatha Gilmore)
  • Assistant Sheriff Argatha Gilmore, representing Sheriff McNeil, provided an overview of the implementation plans for the Sheriff’s HOST Program to address homelessness.  The launch date is June 20^th, data will be collected and will be reported back to the Board in 6 months.
• Proclamation Recognizing June as Pride Month
  (Commissioner Dozier)
  • Dionte Gavin and Andy Janecek accepted the proclamation and thanked the Board for its support.
• Mark Early, Supervisor of Elections, thanked the County for its support and stated that he was available to answer any questions regarding Agenda Item #3.
• Chairman Proctor wished WTXL reporter Jada Williams well, as she is leaving the community.

Citizens to be Heard on CONSENT AND Non-Agendaed Items

3-minute limit per speaker; there will not be any discussion by the Commission.

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:
  • Max Epstein spoke regarding the recent algal blooms in Lake Munson and in support of the physical removal of the algae, and the need to assist residents with pumping their septic tanks.
  • Chairman Proctor reflected on the importance of converting septic tanks to sewer, and the physical removal of the algae.  He suggested Mr. Epstein put his requests in writing.

CONSENT   

ACTION TAKEN:  Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Minor to approve the Consent Agenda.

The motion passed 6-0      

1. Minutes:  March 22, 2022 Leon County Alternatives to Incarceration for the Possession of Small Amounts of Marijuana Workshop and March 22, 2022 Joint Leon County/City of Tallahassee Comprehensive Plan Workshop
   (Clerk of Court)

The Board approved Option #1:  Approve the minutes of the March 22, 2022 Leon County Alternatives to Incarceration for the Possession of Small Amounts of Marijuana Workshop and March 22, 2022 Leon County Detention Facility Population Management Workshop.

2. Payment of Bills and Vouchers
   (County Administrator/ Office of Financial Stewardship/ Office of Management & Budget)

The Board approved Option #1:  Approve the payment of bills and vouchers submitted for June 14, 2022 and pre-approve the payment of bills and vouchers for the period of June 15, 2022 through July 11, 2022.

3. Supervisor of Elections Proposed Alteration of Voting Precinct Boundaries
   (County Administrator/ County Administration)

The Board approved Option #1:  Adopt, via resolution, the Supervisor of Election’s proposed alteration of Leon County’s precinct map.

4. PULLED - Florida Civil Rights Museum Proposal
   (County Administrator/County Administration)
    
5. Commissioner Appointments to the Contractors Licensing Board and the Tallahassee-Leon County Commission on the Status of Women & Girls
   (County Administrator/ County Administration)

The Board approved  Option #1:    Ratify Commissioner Minor’s citizen appointment of Jack Seitzinger to the Contractors Licensing Board for the remainder of the three-year term ending March 31, 2024; and

Option #2:      Ratify Commissioner Cummings’s citizen appointment of Antoinette Grier to the Tallahassee-Leon County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls for the remainder of the unexpired term ending September 30, 2023.

6. Florida Department of Health Emergency Medical Services Matching Grants
   (County Administrator/ Financial Stewardship/ Emergency Medical Services)

The Board approved Option # 1:  Accept the Florida Department of Health grant totaling $56,910 and authorize the County Administrator to execute all documents related to the grant funded project; and

Option # 2:     Adopt the Resolution and associated Budget Amendment Request

7. Stormwater Monitoring Contract with the Northwest Florida Water Management District
   (County Administrator/ Public Works)

The Board approved Option #1:  Approve the Stormwater Monitoring Contract with the Northwest Florida Water Management District (Attachment #1) and authorize the County Administrator to execute the contract, subject to funding availability and legal review by the County Attorney.

8. Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Arthropod / Mosquito Control State Aid
   (County Administrator/ Public Works)

The Board approved Option #1:  Approve the Detailed Work Plan Budget for Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Arthropod/Mosquito Control State Aid and authorize the Chairman to execute;

Option #2:      Authorize the County Administrator to execute the associated Mosquito Control State Aid Agreement, when received from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, subject to legal review by the County Attorney; and

Option #3:      Approve the Resolution and associated Budget Amendment Request adding $1,065 into the FY 2022 budget.

Procurements: (These items are included under Consent.)

9. Authorization to Utilize a New Cooperative Purchasing Contract for Microsoft Enterprise Licenses for FY 2023
   (County Administrator/ / Purchasing/ Office of Information Technology

The Board approved Option #1:  Authorize the utilization of the Sourcewell/ SHI cooperative purchasing contract to purchase Microsoft Enterprise Licenses from SHI International Corporation for the period of October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023, in the amount of $762,279.

Status Reports: (These items are included under Consent.)

10. FY2020/21 Annual Audit and Financial Statements
    (Clerk of Court)

The Board approved Option #1:  Accept the FY 2020/21 Annual Audit and Financial Statements and authorize the Chairman to sign a letter transmitting the report to the Auditor General.

Consent Items Pulled for Discussion

4.  Florida Civil Rights Museum Proposal
(County Administrator/County Administration)

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:
  • Max Epstein spoke in support of the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. proposal.
  • Delaitre Hollinger spoke in support of the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. proposal.
  • Jacqueline Perkins  spoke in support of the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. proposal.
• Pulled from Consent by Commissioner Cummings.
• Commissioner Minor stated his support of the proposal and reflected on the statewide focus of the proposed museums.  Made a motion to include the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. funding request as a legislative priority item in the 2023 legislative session.  Seconded by Commissioner Cummings.
• Commissioner Dozier stated her support of the proposal and reflected on the remaining CRA tourism grant funding still available and questioned if the CRA Agreement should be reconsidered.  She offered a friendly amendment to direct staff to provide an update on the disbursement the remaining CRA grant funding.  Accepted by Commissioner Minor.
• Commissioner Cummings requested clarification on the eligibility requirement for Council on Culture and Arts (COCA) grant funding and the timeline/process associated with the remaining CRA tourism grant funding.  She expressed that this item should be included in the FY 2023 budget workshop.  She offered a friendly amendment.  Accepted by Commissioner Minor.
  • County Administrator Long clarified that COCA’s grant programs require applicants to provide programming for at least one year and that the scope of the CRA funding may need to be updated in order to support alternative projects such as the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. proposal.
• Commissioner Maddox expressed support for considering the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. proposal as a budget discussion item.
• Commissioner Welch stated his support of the motion.
• Chairman Proctor stated his support of the motion.

Commissioner Minor moved, seconded by Commissioner Cummings to approve Option #2 Board direction – direct staff to include a legislative priority for the 2023 legislative session in support of the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. proposal; direct staff to provide an update on the disbursement of the remaining $1.8M TDT CRA grant funding; and direct staff to provide a June 21st budget discussion item to consider options for the Florida Civil Rights Museum Inc. funding request.

The motion passed 6-0  

Staff:  Admin / OMB  – Ken Morris / Nicki Paden / Andrew Johnson / Scott Ross

General Business

11. Real Estate Option Agreement Related to Lake Hall School House Preservation Efforts
    (County Administrator/ County Attorney/ County Administration/ Office of Financial Stewardship)

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:
  • Max Epstein spoke in support of the Option Agreement.
  • Stanley Sims spoke in support of the preservation of the Lake Hall School House.
  • Dr. Geraldine Seay spoke in support of the Option Agreement.
• Chairman Proctor passed the gavel to Vice-Chair Maddox.
• Chairman Proctor made a motion for Option #3 and offered that the Leon County School Board consider funding the project.  Motion died for lack of a second.  He reflected on the estimated cost for the renovations, and expressed that it would not be fiscally responsible to fund this project, and there is not a County statutory duty to restore the school house.   He discussed the School Board’s responsibility for the Lake Hall School House, and on the upcoming Budget Workshop. 
• Commissioner Cummings stated that the property was previously owned by the Leon County School Board, and expressed that the School Board and the City of Tallahassee may be potential partners in this preservation.  She stated her support of the preservation of the school house.  She made a motion for Option #1 and #2, and directed staff to reach out to the School Board and the City of Tallahassee to see if they will partner with the County.
• Commissioner Maddox expressed the importance of the Option Agreement, and stated his support of reaching out to the School Board and the City of Tallahassee.
• Commissioner Dozier reflected on the need to identify the community’s cultural resources.  She stated that she could not support exercising the option without further budget analysis.
• Commissioner Welch expressed his support of the motion as stated.
• Chairman Proctor asked the County Attorney to provide at the June 21^st Budget Workshop the chain of the title for the property; any mandates and/or legal obligations to fund the project; and the total per sq. ft. value of the restoration.  He expressed concern on the possibility of unmarked gravesites in the area.  He reflected on the cost per square foot and the $3.3 M estimated for the restoration, and how the funding could be used for other projects to assist County residents.

Staff:  County Attorney / Admin – Chasity O’Steen / Andy Johnson

Commissioner Cummings moved, seconded by Commissioner Minor to approve Option #1.  Approve the real estate option agreement to purchase the property located at 4464 Thomasville Road and authorize the County Administrator to execute the agreement after the June 21, 2022 Budget Workshop, if the Board includes funding for the purchase of all three properties in the upcoming budget process, and direct staff to reach out the School Board and the City of Tallahassee to participate with the County in the acquisitions: and

Option #2.  Approve the Budget Amendment Request appropriating the $20,000 option fee after the June 21, 2022 Budget Workshop, if the Board includes funding for the purchase of all three properties in the upcoming budget process.

The motion passed 5-1 with Chairman Proctor opposed  
Staff:  Admin – Andrew Johnson

Vice Chairman Maddox passed the gavel back to Chairman Proctor.

12. Increased Funding Request from the Tallahassee-Leon County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls 
    (County Administrator/ County Administration/ Financial Stewardship)

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:
  • Kelly Otte, Director of the Oasis Center, spoke in support of the proposal. 
  • Mary Deschler, CSWG Program Coordinator, spoke in support of the proposal.
  • Andrea Jones, former CSWG member, spoke in support of the proposal.
  • Carrie Boyd, Chair of the CSWG, spoke in support of the proposal.
• Commissioner Cummings stated her support of the CSWG, and her support of increased funding.  She made a motion for Option #1.  Seconded by Commissioner Dozier.
• Commissioner Dozier stated her support of the proposal.
• Chairman Proctor confirmed with the County Administrator that the CSWG may pursue additional  outside funding.  He commented on the CSWG role as a policy advisory to the Board.
• Commissioner Minor commented on the impact of the pandemic on women’s employment.  He stated his support of the motion.
• Commissioner Maddox stated his support of the motion.
• Commissioner Welch stated his support of the motion.

Commissioner Cummings moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozier to approve Option #1.  Approve the Tallahassee-Leon County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls (CSWG) increased funding request and the associated Budget Amendment in the amount of $48,750 from the current year budget, and authorize the County Administrator to coordinate with the City of Tallahassee to execute a revised Agreement with the CSWG for the County and City to each provide $65,750 annually to the CSWG for administrative and programming support, subject to legal review by the County Attorney.

The motion passed 6-0  

13. Consideration of Additional Funding to Support the Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration and Soul Santa Events
    (County Administrator/ Financial Stewardship/ Office of Management & Budget)

• Commissioner Minor recused himself from the vote based on the appearance of a conflict since the MLK and Soul Santa events are managed by a person who works on his campaign.

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Proctor to approve Option #1:  Approve the Budget Amendment Request allocating an additional $1,500 for the Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration and $6,000 for Soul Santa events.

The motion passed 5-0 with Commissioner Minor recused

14. Full Board Appointments to the Animal Shelter Advisory Board, the Architectural Review Board, the Board of Adjustments & Appeals, the CareerSource Capital Region Board, and the Planning Commission
    (County Administrator/County Administration)

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Cummings to approve Option #1:  Appoint one citizen, Leroy Peck, to Seat #6–CONA nominee on the Advisory Committee for Quality Growth for a three-year term ending May 31, 2025;

Option #2:      Appoint one citizen, David Kirk, to Seat #14–NEBA nominee on the Advisory Committee for Quality Growth for a three-year term ending May 31, 2025;

Option #3:      Appoint one citizen, Marguerite McCauley, to the Animal Shelter Advisory Board for the remainder of the unexpired term ending September 30, 2023;

Option #4:      Reappoint one citizen, Erin VanSickle, to the Architectural Review Board for a three-year term ending on June 30, 2025;

Option #5:      Reappoint one citizen, John Outland, to the Board of Adjustments and Appeals for  three-year terms ending June 30, 2025;

The motion passed 6-0   

No action taken on Option #6.

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Cummings to approve Option #7:  Appoint one citizen, Rebecca O’Hara, to the Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission for a three-year term ending on June 30, 2025. 

The motion passed 6-0  
 

SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS, 6:00 P.M.    

15. First and Only Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Ordinance to Sunset the Leon County Contractors Licensing Program and the Contractors Licensing Board
    (County Administrator/ Development Support & Environmental Management)

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Cummings to approve Option #1:  Conduct the first and only Public Hearing and adopt the Ordinance to sunset the Leon County Contractors Licensing Program and the Contractors Licensing Board, effective July 1, 2023.

The motion passed 6-0  
 

16. Second and Final Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 of the Land Development Code to Address Sign Regulations
    (County Administrator/ Development Support & Environmental Management)

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Minor to approve Option #1:  Conduct the second and final Public Hearing and adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 10, the Land Development Code, to address the sign regulations.

The motion passed 6-0  

17. First and Only Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map to Change the Zoning Classification from Manufactured Home and Single-Family Detached (R-5) Zoning District to Office Residential (OR-2) Zoning District for the 11.07 Acres Located at 6034 W. Tennessee Street
    (County Administrator/ PLACE/ Planning)

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:
  • Michael Poplin was available to answer questions if needed.          

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Cummings to approve Option #1:   Conduct the first and only public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby amending the Official Zoning Map to change the zoning classification from Manufactured Home and Single-Family Detached (R-5) zoning district to Office Residential (OR-2) zoning district, for 11.07 acres located at 6034 W. Tennessee Street, based on the findings of fact and conclusions of law of the Planning Commission and any evidence submitted at the hearing hereon.

The motion passed 6-0  

 

JOINT COUNTY-CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PUBLIC HEARING, 6:00 P.M.

The City Commission unanimously voted to allow Mayor Dailey to participate telephonically.

1. Joint Adoption Public Hearing on 2022 Cycle Comprehensive Plan Amendments
   (County Administrator/ PLACE/ Planning)

• County Attorney O’Steen provided an update on additional ex parte communications received by the Board that was not previously disclosed, and asked the Commissioners if they could be objective, to which they all responded in the affirmative.
• Artie White, Director of the Planning Department, provided an overview of the 7 Comprehensive Plan Amendments to be considered by the Commissions.

 

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Maddox to approve Option #1:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby adopting text amendment TTA2022004 (Property Rights Element) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (County)

The motion passed 6-0  

The City Commission unanimously approved Option #2:   Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance 2022-O-07, thereby adopting text amendment TTA2022004 (Property Rights Element) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (City)

• Chairman Proctor confirmed with Artie White that adopting this amendment would make it simpler to acquire Right-of-Way in support of the Woodville Highway expansion project.

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Maddox to approve Option #3:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby adopting text amendment TTA2022003 (Future Right-of-Way Needs Map) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (County)

The motion passed 6-0  

The City Commission unanimously approved Option #4:   Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance 2022-O-08, thereby adopting text amendment TTA2022003 (Future Right-of-Way Needs Map) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (City)

 

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:
  • Robert Deyle, Vice Chair of the Wakulla Springs Alliance, spoke in opposition to the to the Urban Services Area Amendment (LTA202201) for the Woodville Highway east parcel (#31302000200000) and the Southwood Plantation Road parcel (#3102204130000) and the proposed future land use and zoning classification changes for the Woodville Highway east parcel (LMA202202) and the Southwood Plantation Road parcel (LMA 202203) sought by D.R. Horton, Inc.    
  • Sean Marston,  President of Urban Catalyst Consultants, spoke in support of approving the motions.
  • Gary Hunter, Vogel Group,  representing the applicant and spoke in support of approving the motions.
  • Nita Davis James spoke in opposition to the amendments due to environmental concerns.
  • Jean Wise expressed concern regarding the potential for increased traffic on St. Augustine Road and the impact on the quality of life of the current residents.
  • Linda Service expressed concern regarding the potential for increased traffic on St. Augustine Road, and the reputation of the developer.
  • David Handy expressed concern regarding traffic on St. Augustine Road and South Plantation Road, and expressed doubt that affordable housing will be built on these parcels.
  • Steven Service questioned if affordable housing will be built on these parcels, and if they will be built to energy efficient standards.
• The following citizen provided a virtual comment:
  • Jeff Blair, Woodland Drives Neighborhood Association, spoke in opposition to Amendments LTA 202201, LMA 202201, LMA 220202 and LMA 220203.
  • Stephen Martin spoke in opposition to the comprehensive plan amendment process.
• Chairman Proctor confirmed with Mr. Hunter that it is anticipated that the inclusion of these parcels in the USA would increase density, and allow for water and sewer services.  He expressed frustration that some communities inside Capital Circle are still in need of urban services.  He stated his support of the motion.
• Commissioner Matlow expressed that the amendments don’t address affordable housing, but are about expanding the USA.  He stated that he could not support the motions.
• Commissioner Porter confirmed with Artie White that a concurrency analysis is done as part of the development plan, and the high level concurrency overview indicated that the developer would need to pay concurrency mitigation for roadway improvements to be determined based on impact to the existing roadway capacity at the site plan level.  She asked if the analysis considered projected costs for continuing maintenance, which Artie White confirmed would be supported through future user fees and property taxes generated associated with the development.  She expressed concerns about suburban sprawl and the need for urban infill.
• Commissioner Williams-Cox expressed that the City is at a crossroads, and stated that it is time to expand to the south side.  She stated her support of smart growth on the south side.  She stated the need to build more affordable housing.  She stated her support and made a motion.
• Mayor Dailey seconded the motion.
• Commission Cummings expressed the need to promote growth on the south side and stated his support of the amendments.
• Commissioner Maddox expressed the need for more affordable housing, and stated his support of the amendments.
• Commissioner Cummings commended the holistic approach taken by staff in the agenda item, and expressed the need for housing including affordable housing.  She expressed her concern regarding urban sprawl, but stated her support of expanding the USA as proposed in the amendments.
• Commissioner Minor questioned Stewart Haire of D.R. Horton, about the price point for the housing that will be built on the parcels.  He stated that he could not support these amendments.
  • Mr. Haire speculated that the housing would be mid to high 200’s and low 300’s but would also include down payment assistance and lower interest rates.
• Commissioner Welch reflected on the need for housing in the community due to the lack of supply.  He stated his support of the amendments.
• Commissioner Dozier reflected on the need for future policy discussions.  She confirmed with Ryan Guffey that the development with have the existing April Road access to St. Augustine Road, but no new access to St. Augustine Road will be allowed.   Barry Wilcox stated that at the site plan level  they will consider the transportation and concurrency needs associated with the project.
• Chairman Proctor confirmed with the County Attorney that 180 days from the May 14^th  receipt of the State Land Planning Agency’s comments, the Amendments will be deemed withdrawn, absent of an extension by agreement of the applicant, and notice to the state and any affected person that had provided comments on the proposed amendment.  He stated that he could not support the amendments.  He expressed concerns regarding the effects on underground water, and stated that he would like to hold a town hall meeting for the Woodville area.  He recommended tabling the item.  He passed the gavel to the Vice Chair and made a motion to table the item, seconded by Commissioner Minor.
• Commissioner Dozier confirmed with Artie White that they would not be able to provide any additional information than what is in the current agenda item.
• Commissioner Maddox expressed concern that once the County approves the comprehensive plan amendment, it would have no say in the development plan that would go before the City for approval.  He agreed with Commissioner Dozier that this is a policy issue.
• Commissioner Cummings confirmed with Artie White that expanding the USA was bundled together for the 3 parcels since it was one applicant requesting an amendment to one figure in the Comprehensive Plan, but the map amendments and rezonings are separate options.

 

Commissioner Proctor moved, seconded by Commissioner Minor to table the item.

The motion failed 3-3 with Commissioners Proctor, Cummings and Minor opposed.

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch to approve Option #5:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby adopting text amendment LTA202201 (Urban Services Area) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (County)

The motion passed 4-2 with Commissioners Proctor and Minor opposed  

The City Commission  approved Option #6 (3-2):  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance 2022-O-09, thereby adopting text amendment LTA202201 (Urban Services Area) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (City)

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:   
  • Sean Marston, President of Urban Catalyst Consultants, was available for questions.
  • Gary Hunter, Vogel Group,  representing the applicant and was available for questions.
• The following citizen provided a virtual comment:

• Jeff Blair, Woodland Drives Neighborhood Association, spoke in opposition to the amendments and in support of urban infill.

• Chairman Proctor stated his opposition to the motion.
• Commissioner Minor agreed that a workshop may be needed.  He reflected that the community may not be aware until the public hearing even though, there is an extensive citizen engagement process.
• Commissioner Maddox asked about the citizen engagement process for comprehensive plan amendments.
  • Artie White provided an overview of the entire process from application to the public hearing.
• Commissioner Dozier expressed the need for a workshop to review the comprehensive plan policies.  She reflected on the previous request for an agenda item to consider an expansion of the notice requirements for large-scale comprehensive plan amendments, and confirmed that the City had not yet addressed this request at its meeting.  She confirmed with the County Administrator Long that an agenda item is forthcoming.

Commissioner Maddox moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozier to approve Option #7:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby adopting large-scale map amendment LMA202202 (Woodville Highway) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (County); and

Option #8:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby amending the Official Zoning Map to change the zoning classification from Rural (R) zoning district to Single Detached, Attached, and Two Family Residential (R-3) zoning district concurrent with the large-scale map amendment LMA202202 (Woodville Highway).  (County only)

The motion passed 4-2 with Commissioners Proctor and Minor opposed  

The City Commission approved Option #9 (3-2):   Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance 2022-O-10, thereby adopting large-scale map amendment LMA202202 (Woodville Highway) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (City)

• The following citizens provided in-person comments:   
  • Sean Marston, President of Urban Catalyst Consultants, was available for questions.
  • Gary Hunter, Vogel Group,  representing the applicant and was available for questions.
• The following citizen provided a virtual comment:

• Jeff Blair, Woodland Drives Neighborhood Association, expressed frustration with the public input online form.

Commissioner Maddox moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozier to approve Option 10:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby adopting large-scale map amendment LMA202201 (April Road) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (County only); and

Option 11:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby amending the Official Zoning Map to change the zoning classification from Rural (R) and Office Residential (OR-2) zoning district to Single Family Detached Residential (R-1) zoning district concurrent with the large-scale map amendment LMA202201 (April Road).  (County)

The motion passed  4-2 with Commissioners Proctor and Minor opposed  

 

• Commissioner Dozier confirmed with Artie White that the DRI development agreement is attached to the property, even if sold, and requires the roadway improvement to Southwood Plantation Road from Biltmore to Apalachee Pkwy.  She confirmed that the subject site will maintain existing access to Old St. Augustine Road provided by April Road, but cannot add any additional access.
  • Ryan Guffey confirmed that the road improvement is based on the development  adjacent to the roadway, and would not be trigger by the D.R. Horton development.  Mr. Guffey confirmed that if alternative access to the designated canopy road exists, then additional access to the road cannot be granted.
• The following citizen provided a virtual comment:

• Jeff Blair, Woodland Drives Neighborhood Association, spoke in opposition to the amendments.

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Maddox to approve Option 12:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby adopting large-scale map amendment LMA202203 (Southwood Plantation Road) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (County only); and

 

Option 13:  Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance, thereby amending the Official Zoning Map to change the zoning classification from Rural (R) and Critical Planning Area (CPA) zoning district to Single Detached, Attached, and Two Family Residential (R-3) zoning district concurrent with the large-scale map amendment LMA202202 (Southwood Plantation Road).  (County)

The motion passed 5-1 with Commissioner Minor opposed  

• The following citizen provided in-person comment:       
  • Jim King, the applicant, spoke in support of the amendment and expressed his frustration with the process.

The City Commission unanimously approved Option 14:   Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance 2022-O-11, thereby adopting small-scale map amendment TMA2022001 (Ananeoo Trust) to the Tallahassee-Leon County 2030 Comprehensive Plan.  (City only)

and Option 15:   Conduct the adoption public hearing and adopt the proposed Ordinance 2022-Z-12 thereby amending the Official Zoning Map to change the zoning classification from Planned Unit Development (PUD) to High Intensity Activity Center (AC) zoning district concurrent with the small-scale map amendment TMA2022001 (Ananeoo Trust).  (City only)

 

2.  Comprehensive Plan Evaluation and Appraisal Review
(County Administrator/ PLACE/ Planning)

Commissioner Minor moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozer to approve Option 1:  Accept the evaluation of the Comprehensive Plan and direct staff to submit a notification letter to the state land planning agency

The motion passed 5-0 with Commissioner Cummings out of Chambers

The City Commission unanimously approved Option 1:  Accept the evaluation of the Comprehensive Plan and direct staff to submit a notification letter to the state land planning agency.

Citizens to be Heard on Non-Agendaed Items

3-minute limit per speaker; Commission may discuss issues that are brought forth by speakers.

• The following citizen provided in-person comment:
  • Delaitre Hollinger suggested that Jimbo Jackson’s  name be added to Fort Braden Community Park, adjacent to Fort Braden Elementary School, in his memory.

• Commissioner Maddox thanked him for the suggestion and asked County Administrator Long to elaborate on the County’s plans to memorialize Commissioner Jackson.
• County Administrator Long confirmed the Board’s direction and indicated that staff will provide an agenda item with options to memorialize Commissioner Jimbo Jackson.

The Board approved directing staff to provide an agenda item with options to memorialize Commissioner Jimbo Jackson.

The motion passed 6-0  
Staff:  Admin – Nicki Paden

 

COMMENTS/DISCUSSION ITEMS

Items from the County Attorney

• Stated that the Canvassing Board has requested the County Attorney’s office provide legal counsel and representation to them.

Commissioner Minor moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozier to allow the County Attorney’s Office to provide legal counsel and representation to the Canvassing Board during the current election cycle.

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  County Attorney – Chasity O’Steen

 

Items from the County Administrator

• Reflected on the loss of Commissioner Jimbo Jackson.

 

Discussion Items by Commissioners

Commissioner Cummings

• Stated that a new bill will be introduced to the U.S. Congress to name the U.S. courthouse in Tallahassee for Justice Joseph Hatchett, former judge of the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.  She requested a letter of support for the naming.

Commissioner Cummings moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozier to direct staff to send a letter of support from the Chairman to the Florida Congressional Delegation for the naming of the U.S. Courthouse in Tallahassee in honor of Justice Joseph Hatchett.

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  Admin – Andrew Johnson

Commissioner Dozier

• Questioned if the DEP funded algae harvester that is at Apalachee Regional Park would be available to be used on Lake Munson.
  • County Administrator Long confirmed that staff would look into it and advise the Board.

Staff:   Public Works – Brent Pell / Anna Padilla

• Requested a joint workshop on how land use changes are approached, and if not a joint workshop then a County only workshop to be held in the fall.

Commissioner Dozier moved, seconded by Commissioner Minor to approve the scheduling of a joint workshop on policy issues related to land use changes; and schedule a County-only workshop if City chooses not to participate.

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  Admin PLACE / Planning / DSEM – Ken Morris /Ben Pingree/ Artie White/ Barry Wilcox

• Reflected on the loss of Commissioner Jimbo Jackson.
• Reflected on the loss of Officer Christopher Fariello of the Tallahassee Police Dept.

Commissioner Maddox

• Reflected on the loss of Commissioner Jimbo Jackson.

Commissioner Minor

• Made a motion requesting an agenda item to consider a CRA for the North Monroe area.

Commissioner Minor moved, seconded by Commissioner Cummings to direct staff to provide an agenda item to consider the factors and process to establish a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for North Monroe.

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  PLACE / Planning/ Admin – Ben Pingree / Artie White / Ken Morris

• Reflected on rising prices and the rising rental rates nationwide and locally.  He made a motion requesting an agenda item to consider a local law similar to those enacted in other Florida communities, that increases the notice that landlords provide to tenants when raising rents by more than 5% above the current lease, from 30 days to 60 days-notice.
  • Commissioner Proctor offered a friendly amendment to allow the tenants to be released from their agreement, without penalty, should the rents increase above 5%.  Commissioner Minor accepted the amendment.

Commissioner Minor moved, seconded by Commissioner Dozier to direct staff to provide an agenda item to consider a local law similar to those enacted in other Florida communities, that requires landlords to increase the notice provided to tenants from 30 to 60 days when raising rents by more than 5% above the current lease; and to consider allowing tenants to be released from their agreement, without penalty, should their rents increase above 5%. 

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  County Attorney –Chasity O’Steen

• Requested a letter of support to Senators Scott and Rubio stating the Board’s support of the Senate’s bipartisan agreement for gun safety policies that is about to be voted upon, and stating that more is needed to reduce gun violence.

Commissioner Minor moved, seconded by Commissioner Proctor to approve the Chairman sending a letter to Senators Scott and Rubio stating the Board’s support of the Senate’s bipartisan agreement for gun safety policies, and stating that more is needed to reduce gun violence.

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  Admin – Nicki Paden

• Reflected on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summit that he recently attended and expressed that partnering with AWS, AWS cloud computing has been incorporated into local curriculum, thereby improving the marketability of entry level IT personnel and their incomes.
• Commended Royal King for receiving the Kris Knab award at the 2022 Conference of Nonprofit Leadership and Management for his role as Executive Director of the Omega Lamplighters.
• Thanked Jada Williams, local reporter, who will be relocating to the Tampa market.
• Reflected on the loss of Commissioner Jimbo Jackson.

 

Commissioner Proctor

• Reflected on meaningful gesture of the Chief Judge Sjostrom honoring County Administrator Long and Deputy County Administrator Rosenzweig for their leadership in assisting the Courts during the pandemic.
• Requested that Commissioner Dozier represent the Board at the June 21^st North Florida Innovation Lab groundbreaking at Innovation Park.
• Requested an agenda item to consider the status of Lake Munson including the septic issues in surrounding areas, and algal blooms.

Commissioner Proctor moved, seconded by Commissioner Maddox to direct staff to bring back an agenda item to consider the status of Lake Munson, including algal blooms and a discussion of septic systems in surrounding areas.

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  Public Works – Brent Pell / Anna Padilla

• Requested a proclamation honoring fallen Tallahassee Police Officer Christopher Fariello.

Commissioner Proctor moved, seconded by Commissioner Minor to approve a proclamation honoring fallen Tallahassee Police Officer Christopher Fariello.

The motion passed 6-0

Staff:  Commissioner Aide – Rayshell Holmes

Commissioner Welch

• Reflected on the loss of Commissioner Jimbo Jackson.
• Reflected on the loss of Officer Christopher Fariello of the  Tallahassee Police Dept.

RECEIPT AND FILE

• Piney-Z Community Development District Approved Annual Operating Budget Fiscal Year 2023
• Capital Region Community Development District Approved Budget Fiscal Year 2023

ADJOURN

The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m.

The next workshop meeting of the Board of County Commissioners is tentatively scheduled for
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 9:00 a.m.

The next regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners is tentatively scheduled for
Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.
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