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City clerk Kaylee Burleson explained the application process and noted a second seat on the board had become vacant when the board's chair resigned after the agenda packet was prepared. Burleson said advertising had been open for about three months and that staff received a single application from Camilla Frazier, who was out of state and unable to attend the meeting.

Council members said they wanted to hear from the applicant about relevant qualifications and experience before making an appointment. One councilmember observed the board's role in review of historic structures and said that experience in history, planning, real property or related fields is desirable. The council voted to table the resolution and asked staff to confirm the applicant's availability and bring the item back at a future meeting where she could appear in person.

No public comment was offered on the item during the meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting - 6-24-2025","oneSentenceSummary","Council postponed a resolution to appoint a single applicant to the Historic Preservation Board after members said they preferred to hear from the nominee in person before filling the vacant seat.","taxTitle","City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida","taxId",71370,"location","Florida","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6185500,"Council tables OC Connect billboard request, asks staff to test new marquee and report back",1679,4633000,6312000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8&start=4633&end=6312","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8/thumbnail_4633000.jpg","/articles/6185500/Florida/Council-tables-OC-Connect-billboard-request-asks-staff-to-test-new-marquee-and-report-back","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6185500-b41e7ac4a531e93bf910df51a20f167a/orig.mp4?Expires=1774938773&Signature=kCWw49LDp1AolD0hdD5BPgihvlpjRyOx7jfAJdUjC6egszwexEd-RSqzGQnLrKGrrhyD7Gb9dqQ23vVS1Ulg9tkhZlsZ1xVQQeWVBKZKmg-Q7acDVJm8XTjuET86uYGQORIECczAizppUCDjWxoY7Zy31ZVse10WHuSyrJopEEDw8jAdBFlAY6ZjBsOjFAJG-0hS-OeszVJr5zMod6K17i2v1t0FuhEws2rQkFB-Bs8b9DYrH8UufQWQVM-xQbbqPmn-E-rKY6k-3ALii9wa9LeticJ9hRNHE56MUJEOEdCWDmkL5MVDYdsRCqonsK8CAi0bLOZyJolYwKt1fAHJNw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Orange City council on June 24 debated whether to rent a private billboard to boost signups for the city's OC Connect app, heard a representative from Lamar Advertising and public comment, and ultimately voted to table the measure pending data from a new city marquee.

Maddie McAllister, public information officer, reviewed options and quotes for a billboard on State Road 1792: Lamar's base quote for a single four-week display period was $1,800 plus a $300 setup/print fee. McAllister presented multiple purchase options ranging from two intermittent display periods to a year-long consecutive campaign; extended or repeated display periods and scheduled reprinting would raise the maximum budget to as much as roughly $17,000 to $20,300 in the worst-case intermittent reprint scenario discussed in staff's analysis.

McAllister also presented lower-cost alternatives: a single-sided mailed postcard with design and postage to the city ZIP code (an Every Door Direct Mail run) was quoted at about $3,951 and a double-sided postcard at about $4,100. The mailers would reach an estimated 12,000 to 14,000 delivery points in the ZIP code and include postage and printing.

Councilmembers, staff and members of the public debated effectiveness and audience. Council member Richardson and others said the billboard caught attention during an earlier short test and urged a short-term run; other councilmembers cited budget constraints and older residents's greater likelihood of seeing mail. Members of the public who spoke included a resident who recommended the mailer for seniors and another who recommended stuffing mailers in monthly bills to avoid postage costs.

Mike Netters, a Lamar representative, explained billboard availability is variable and that digital displays may remain up for months if no other advertisers buy the slot. Council sought a low-risk approach: the council voted to table the purchase and directed staff to bring back metrics after the city's new electrically lit marquee sign (being installed at the downtown complex) is activated. Staff said they will report back 4 to 6 weeks after the marquee is live with data on new OC Connect signups and other engagement metrics before proceeding with a private-billboard purchase.","Council discussed a proposed billboard campaign and mailer to promote the OC Connect app, heard vendor and public input, and voted to table the billboard contract while staff activates a new municipal marquee sign and measures signups.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6185506,"Utilities directors outline PFAS work, staffing requests and seek SRF loan deadline extension",2061,2535000,4596000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8&start=2535&end=4596","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8/thumbnail_2535000.jpg","/articles/6185506/Florida/Utilities-directors-outline-PFAS-work-staffing-requests-and-seek-SRF-loan-deadline-extension","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6185506-534e8ba72c48ce7e937a4c96ee74b311/orig.mp4?Expires=1774938773&Signature=GU3HeXcifnHTrfN0Y46JoO~aCApiqFq8cmJgRR45A0mnViij7IpUhuQwPDiY69VekZubwqR5bImOypBIRb9V06iuTp4Sq2ODcqmZnYv6c52AcYRhFAmkx~6RcenevrLf6o-ThyYnreoYocHkWMpup98P9MQFyYL5UFfDqchI-~EPfPphgOi4cTH4gauFbU3Smu6wdw9-9omAtfzaFF8eRxYQfFRsn-FP~ARDewNFIKEL5sLWieqMzGY1TEXq1H8RHSY-6nx9BdNVKYxnMETprj1-eD1Qblg7Rs26WLmM1BWtrWb3dG8wR6fMCZVRZzI3r6suIFtNyNPrE7WyMdDDvA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City utility leaders told the City of Orange City council on June 24 that the city is expanding water treatment capacity to address PFAS and other treatment needs and asked for staff and equipment to operate new systems; the council also approved an amendment to a State Revolving Fund loan timeline for a pipe rehabilitation project.

Robert Lawler, utility services director, and staff described the water system: ten wells, six storage tanks and an average treatment of roughly 1.7 million gallons per day. Lawler and other staff discussed recent installation of a green-sand filter system and related chemical changes, and they said the city's operating costs for chemicals and fleet maintenance have risen substantially because of the new equipment and outsourcing needs.

Lawler asked the council to approve two new positions for utilities: a senior plant operator to provide on-site coverage for new treatment processes and an intern to support GIS asset mapping. He said the green-sand filters require set on-site coverage and additional training for plant operators; he also noted the department has been using outside contractors because existing mechanics are occupied with other city apparatus.

On the wastewater side, staff said capital outlays have fallen because a major pipe-rehab and septic-to-sewer project concluded, but ongoing lift-station upgrades and routine R&R work continue.

Separately, John Peters asked the council to approve Amendment 2 to SRF loan DW642041 (the city's pipe-rehab SRF loan) to extend the project completion date to Nov. 15 and to push the first semiannual repayment to May 15, 2026 (estimated semiannual payment shown as $238,765). The council approved the amendment and authorized the mayor to execute it.

Council members and staff said they will continue to seek grants and other funding to reduce rate and budget impacts as new treatment capacity comes online.","Utility managers briefed the council on water treatment upgrades to address PFAS, requested a senior plant operator and GIS intern, and the council authorized an SRF loan amendment to extend completion and repayment dates for a pipe-rehab project.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6185511,"Public services leaders ask council for more public-works staff, equipment and repairs in budget presentation",718,466000,1184000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8&start=466&end=1184","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8/thumbnail_466000.jpg","/articles/6185511/Florida/Public-services-leaders-ask-council-for-more-public-works-staff-equipment-and-repairs-in-budget-presentation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6185511-1161d1e98dc0d92b3f74266b7d9454e6/orig.mp4?Expires=1774938773&Signature=ZAfE9YnyTm5fx1EiXmyK~i9-23TMHu1R23Xu-7LOLxvJdMJEzMMsG8g9kZ71fDSDTdn59dtal9FMCnuwG88jLkJEOd7TCuoKLITdSimFhsh9L8CimQZ6dXTmP5LSVuVEz~-fUrR5d36fpiWs55hT1mMO28jVFEQ3OdNSRnV4qzwLBOUpdBSyCE7QVEtoHF7qNfShID4FaOblNX~0YuArPLxxRRIW4ijkZUnKOygT~0zjiG-QzPR70gLdGP5VHit5jzabwfqIDVSic~UlFCcpL~HNCgSsgqmDTvfc6aek0PEqg2G~8fp7sQuBrHQiDrre~KRbImevbuMWO7ith7q17Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Public services leaders on June 24 presented the department's operating needs and capital requests to the City of Orange City council, asking for several new positions, vehicle replacements and equipment purchases to keep pace with the city's growth and aging infrastructure.

Bilal Iftikhar, public services director, opened the presentation by saying public works is \"the backbone of the community\" and described staffing shortfalls across utilities, parks, engineering and stormwater. Iftikhar said the city now maintains many more miles of roads, sidewalks and other infrastructure while staff numbers have remained roughly the same.

Alan Williamson, public works/stormwater manager, told the council the fleet and field crews are spread thin. He described a single mechanic who shoulders growing workload tied to an increase in vehicles from about 84 to 124 in recent years and said the department is asking to add one mechanic and one maintenance specialist so crews can be divided to cover more of the city. Williamson said the city's mow crew covers 53 acres of retention-pond shoreline and is currently mowing most areas every four to five weeks, with the downtown complex receiving weekly attention.

Staff presented a list of capital requests including a forestry mulcher attachment (to be mounted on an existing skid steer), a replacement public-services director vehicle, fleet and facility maintenance items, a scanner/plotter shared across divisions, and repair or resurfacing work for Harley Strickland Road (a 50/50 split between stormwater and the general fund). The public works share of the City Hall complex parking project was listed as $510,000 (with the community redevelopment agency funding the remainder).

Parks and recreation director Ashley Gay detailed park-related requests including $120,000 for Coleman Park redesign (30% design due soon), replacement bleachers, an AC unit over 20 years old, a replacement sports mower and attachments for shoreline maintenance at Mill Lake. Gay said invasive hydrilla at the lake has required mechanical removal and increased maintenance costs.

Staff emphasized some cost increases reflect rising vendor and utility prices rather than service changes; examples included custodial services up 6 percent and electrical and mechanical/plumbing costs rising due to aging systems. No final budget votes were taken; the presentation was provided so council could consider the requests in the broader budget process.","Public services staff told the council the department's 13 employees manage growing infrastructure with limited staff and requested new positions, vehicles and capital equipment to shift maintenance from reactive to proactive.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6185516,"Council adopts stormwater master plan, directs rate increases and seeks grant for Mill Lake pump project",166,2252000,2418000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8&start=2252&end=2418","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5081735-5e2df034c92275bd62356660c0e7a8d8/thumbnail_2252000.jpg","/articles/6185516/Florida/Council-adopts-stormwater-master-plan-directs-rate-increases-and-seeks-grant-for-Mill-Lake-pump-project","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6185516-a6c1e2dc909c2aa67adff0b7397447e5/orig.mp4?Expires=1774938773&Signature=QrLmiRru0zSwU59h3Y52gsvd7c1pV3vdcoR8sYZE0dmFJRm~jXCIw3BgcyPsjsqtJd5BzTWLMAqVbp4ePAQfPzCwkaJQK8eDC4BHBvwaPjyHWZUHxtu2dOMt04Gz-SxeVA~Z6mE0nWC1IxBqI64bvLWw066nF3jdrxdqOUz6zNPnd0v3PIneET2GvtSymHavmowOPT~VkXUsn5g-Rwdc2arINFO1fVbNY7cvev2jbJKIH-uCD~K6DXga37LlH1ObV5FDGgyj9ZAzuNz3xn4s8AbFRFZuFkVbv~6CELPNtr98rAgdbOQKDOx4gjWpAmRybk3Qj1W3yytCYImKbCEiAA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Orange City council on June 24 adopted a 10-year stormwater master plan, approved a consultant's stormwater rate study and authorized staff to apply for hazard-mitigation grant funding to help pay the city's share of the Mill Lake/Industrial Drive repump project.

The master plan, prepared by Pegasus Engineering, lays out a ten-year capital project list and staffing needs that staff said will form the basis of a stormwater rate study and rate increase process. Bilal Iftikhar, public services director, told the council the plan is \"the basis of our rate study, and that will be the part of the rate study moving forward.\"

John Peters, engineering services director, told the council staff ranked the Mill Lake/Industrial Drive infrastructure project first in Volusia County's prioritization after earlier federal funding estimates were cut. Peters described the proposed work as a large repump system to move water away from the industrial corridor: \"By comparison, right now, we have a 10-inch pump at Mill Lake and a 10-inch force main. During Milton, it took 21 days to get the water down. By comparison, the 36-inch system will take 21 hours,\" Peters said. He asked the council to authorize filing an application to the state Hazard Mitigation Grant Program so the city can pursue an expected $1,200,000 cost-share award toward the larger project.

The council also adopted a rate study prepared for the city. Staff summarized the schedule in the study and the proposed increases: the current monthly stormwater rate is $17.06; the proposal would raise it to $23.00 next year (an increase of $5.94), then by about $4.00 the following year and smaller increases thereafter. Staff noted the study also includes an automatic escalation (CPI plus 1%) if the city does not return to council for new adjustments after the study period.

Councilmembers and staff flagged a minor correction in the study materials: one table in the packet labeled residential billing on 5 EBUs should read 4 EBUs. Staff said that was a scrivener's error in the packet and confirmed the study is based on 4 EBUs.

Council voted to adopt the stormwater master plan, adopt the rate study and authorize the city manager to seek the Hazard Mitigation Grant application. Passing the resolutions allows staff to start the formal rate increase process and to submit the grant paperwork needed to secure the federal/state disaster funding.

The actions will now move to implementation steps: staff said the adopted capital list will be used in the rate study process and applications for grant funding will be completed with engineering consultant support. The Mill Lake pumping concept remains subject to final grant awards and design work.","The City of Orange City council adopted a 10-year stormwater master plan, approved a rate study that starts increases next year and authorized an application for hazard-mitigation grant funding to help pay the city's share of a Mill Lake/Industrial Drive repump project.","actionData","errors"]

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