Eustis City Commission held a regular meeting on July 18, 2024, where key discussions included the cancellation of a joint meeting with the county commission and the approval of several appointments to the Eustis Housing Authority.

Mayor Holland opened the meeting with a moment of silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, confirming a quorum was present. City Manager Tom provided an update, announcing the cancellation of the upcoming joint meeting scheduled for July 24, which would have addressed the Thrill Hill annexations. This cancellation means that discussions regarding the proposed annexation of 233 acres for a new development of 535 dwelling units will not take place as previously planned.

The commission proceeded to approve minutes from previous meetings and made appointments to the Eustis Housing Authority, reappointing Jennifer Bentley and appointing Latoya Young, both receiving unanimous support from the commissioners.

During the audience participation segment, Jane Hepting, representing the Lake County Conservation Council, addressed the commission. She urged the commission to reject the proposed annexation, citing concerns over urban sprawl and its impact on local natural resources. Hepting provided a letter outlining 15 reasons for the opposition to the development, emphasizing the importance of protecting rural areas in Lake County.

The meeting concluded without further discussion on the annexation, leaving the future of the proposed development uncertain as community concerns continue to be voiced.