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John Paul Perez of the Community Development Department said the second-reading staff report and ordinance for the future land-use amendment were unchanged from first reading and recommended adoption. The city attorney read Ordinance No. 2025-11 by title; the record shows a motion and unanimous vote on the future land-use ordinance with Commissioner Long and Commissioner Clark recorded on the motion and second.

The commission then opened a quasi-judicial proceeding for the rezoning (Ordinance No. 2025-12). The mayor swore in the applicant, staff and other participants, and outlined the quasi-judicial procedures: testimony under oath, cross-examination, and a substantial-competent-evidence standard. Perez again summarized staff’s unchanged recommendation to adopt the rezoning, and Ryan Thompson, agent for the applicant, asked the commission to approve the ordinance based on the submitted materials.

The transcript records the staff recommendation and applicant presentation and includes the required procedural steps for a quasi-judicial hearing. The transcript does not include a clear, complete roll-call vote on the rezoning ordinance in the provided excerpt; the future land-use ordinance (Ordinance No. 2025-11, CPA-25-01) was recorded as adopted on second reading.

Why it matters: A change from agricultural to commercial future land use and a matching rezoning for 50 acres could allow commercial development on the parcel and affects long-term land-use patterns on the Route 26 corridor. The record shows standard quasi-judicial procedures were followed at second reading and the applicant was present to answer questions.

Details and next steps: Staff and applicant remain on record and available for follow-up. Where the transcript records a vote, it is for the future land-use ordinance; the rezoning hearing included sworn testimony and procedural steps leading up to deliberation but the final vote on Ordinance No. 2025-12 is not included in the excerpt provided.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Newberry Commission Meeting - July 14th, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","On July 14 the City Commission considered two related second-reading items for a 50-acre parcel identified as the Crystal Lake proposal: a future land-use map amendment and a rezoning from agricultural to commercial-intensive.","taxTitle","City of Newberry , Alachua County, Florida","taxId",71804,"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},6169237,"Newberry parks director outlines expanded programs; mayor proclaims July Parks and Recreation Month",1111,421000,1532000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85&start=421&end=1532","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85/thumbnail_421000.jpg","/articles/6169237/Florida/Newberry-parks-director-outlines-expanded-programs-mayor-proclaims-July-Parks-and-Recreation-Month","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6169237-e96b461322985b77c08340af34b55fdd/orig.mp4?Expires=1777665601&Signature=d0VdWmXftdrlSo6u9dUOYOyJ9xzSwiAhTu80ONWJPXBDPNQUqmsNA-3SIlILyI5YbSf4dqaQhOoExsgqx-p6yNZQhxR8QtFGnqQ0TuX8s-GjT-oB6Pr3XiPbV6MM6BwPaKHZDXEFO8HetEPC-WpesMMzGngRrQ4sGge2HhaaAdnhRlFfrK6HK9VbzhlV6xi-ZiPgi6tVJMsaHr41OZXWVxzX8v7PUPbleRgn61n~bTvWQ9B~l0cYMqzHlxAkui09~gQcS1ZL5K3~XqaSrNmFUukFw-jlLP9t~eqx7yatkAJ83LG-Rz4-lQ0G-TnufB3Marz3t3Q7ewEI~hjAVzdPkg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Rod Clark, parks and recreation director, on July 14 updated the City Commission on program participation, recent hires and park capital projects while the mayor read a proclamation naming July Parks and Recreation Month. Clark said the department has grown from seven to 9.5 positions in the past year and highlighted partnerships, camps and renovations across city facilities.

Clark said the department has increased staffing and programming to meet demand. “Our department is living proof that teamwork makes the dream work,” Clark said. He described new hires including a special events coordinator, two grounds maintenance staff, and an intern, and noted partnerships with schools and nonprofits for camps and educational offerings.

The presentation summarized youth sport participation, seasonal registration trends, and summer programs. Clark said volleyball and soccer are among top registration drivers and that space constraints — particularly indoor gym space — limit further growth. He described new or improved facilities at Easton and Jimmy Durden parks, upgraded parking and sidewalks at Easton, and fencing and renovated fields at Jimmy Durden.

Clark reviewed community events hosted by Parks & Recreation: summer camps (including partner camps with university coaches and NFL-affiliated camps), a toy giveaway, MLK celebrations, West Fest and a series of tournaments at Champions Park. He said the department has been working with Newberry High School athletics on joint programming.

The mayor read a city proclamation that cites national findings about park use and economic impacts and formally designates July as Parks and Recreation Month in Newberry. The proclamation text, included in the meeting record, references National Recreation and Parks Association survey results and the National League of Cities study.

Why it matters: Clark framed the work as a combination of expanded services, volunteer and business partnerships, and targeted capital projects intended to support recreation access and downtown revitalization. The commission thanked Clark and staff and acknowledged local sponsors.

Details and next steps: Clark invited commissioners and residents to upcoming events and noted that plans for holiday and tournament calendars are underway. No formal vote or budget action was taken during the presentation; the proclamation was read aloud by the mayor as an official recognition.","Parks and Recreation Director Rod Clark gave a year-in-review of Newberry’s youth and adult programs, staffing changes and capital projects; the mayor read a proclamation designating July as Parks and Recreation Month.",{"_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},6169217,"City manager announces reorganization, assigns new assistant city manager roles",181,3823000,4004000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85&start=3823&end=4004","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85/thumbnail_3823000.jpg","/articles/6169217/Florida/City-manager-announces-reorganization-assigns-new-assistant-city-manager-roles","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6169217-e7c2b0ec1490e890889a36f3ecf54dd6/orig.mp4?Expires=1777665602&Signature=NQiBn8otDl8qGUG0ELR4fOUuzrLNV0FlhzlKWUAXy7cL-XvXxD~p9h79lNLlqD6p-HsdXrb8DFH0KX0AoWqbl5lSmUDtLV1GOeLkan7sxPKjJhV3iNu3xdukqx7YfiBeT2l1WQoENra4wrQdWl6eig8R7baRoX~5VDt0zgxN5K9A~6~a00KMOTLnuBuV~LqHLqduRY85o8~n0K7ilxn73ACSxB6fNtHOyuwmjKe07bMMYAzl~WwjfJar~DIHurrwTNgnMYDvgpwi3BjAAIknl8SkgI7iDXzPRAntB2Sn9RWajv~okRQeXX6BH-lBG2OmBjf8ssTMW3Vs~wpXbdlT~g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the July 14 meeting the city manager announced an organizational change affecting planning, development and economic functions. The manager introduced David Jones as assistant city manager for infrastructure and development; planning and zoning responsibilities are now under his purview, the manager said.

The city manager also said Assistant City Manager Lee will oversee economic and community vitality and the Community Redevelopment Agency, as staff and departmental responsibilities were realigned. The manager said the change is intended to create a single point of contact for development projects and improve communication and efficiency with applicants.

Why it matters: The change consolidates planning, infrastructure and development responsibilities under one senior manager, which staff said is intended to streamline permitting and internal coordination. The manager asked departments and outside vendors to provide agenda materials earlier so commissioners have more time to review ahead of meetings.

Details and next steps: The manager said the administration will send updated calendars and deadlines for budget planning and asked directors and vendors to submit materials earlier in the packet cycle. No formal personnel vote or job-description ordinance was taken at the meeting; announcements were informational.","The city manager announced a reorganization that places planning and development under a new assistant city manager for infrastructure and assigns economic and community vitality and the CRA to another assistant city manager.",{"_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},6169223,"Commission adopts stormwater facility plan for SRF eligibility; plan favors surface conveyance and $17.9M estimate",775,3095000,3870000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85&start=3095&end=3870","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85/thumbnail_3095000.jpg","/articles/6169223/Florida/Commission-adopts-stormwater-facility-plan-for-SRF-eligibility-plan-favors-surface-conveyance-and-179M-estimate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6169223-acca6bfbeba5de8f8f3b8b03aa44d5f8/orig.mp4?Expires=1777665602&Signature=e79KHreKxvIOYs1PwroPTK63ycv~f9p4eHQjMGYdduhn-yGsJ2HTPHCW5mhrQcVop807yfmBVW6HUYHDDA4QJNf86PuC8r~QP5wyV2xNLNbSwGJPEkjekG2E3bAJHaICItZJ0O7N~QNm-lf6Y26rxtKFZKyC27BVwlMlrMBb2OnrASp3zzSuewFNaaIQgGq7hCJJbYcl8wwWTz7ss4HKSPW-5VsHhup~33mx9ioUHfFc~SicVuqOFU3VYv2FYqv6XUBTvk7Lkj4M6rkIUALl~weQopQP7rR89e8rdTlfdx0ZoNcfWYBVILyG-o73U4B6EmRPq4aBZXx00zm3~LT5zQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","On July 14 the City Commission adopted a Stormwater Facility Plan required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection State Revolving Fund (SRF) program and heard a consultant presentation on recommended alternatives, costs and next steps.

Amanda Boos, senior project manager for the consultant team, summarized the plan’s focus on the Community Redevelopment Area along the U.S. 26 corridor and three alternatives: no action, conveyance with regional surface stormwater infrastructure, and conveyance with regional subsurface infrastructure. The consultant recommended the surface system as the most cost-effective approach and provided a planning estimate for the selected alternative of approximately $17.9 million.

Boos and city staff emphasized the plan is high level and intended to identify candidate project areas and the CRA parcels that could be included for conveyance to regional facilities. The plan purpose is to position the city to pursue SRF and other grants and to study whether a local stormwater assessment should be established; no construction funding has yet been secured and no acquisitions or capital work will proceed absent funding and future commission action.

The commission voted to adopt the plan by resolution; the transcript records a motion and unanimous approval among the members present. Staff said the schedule and final project phasing will depend on grant awards, potential assessment decisions, and environmental review required by SRF.

Why it matters: Identification of regional conveyance options and a funded plan opens the city to SRF financing and grant opportunities, and it is intended to reduce individual on-site basins for redevelopment corridors in the CRA by shifting conveyance to shared regional facilities.

Details and next steps: If funding is secured the city expects to refine project locations, finalize engineering and environmental reviews, and consider assessment structures or other revenue mechanisms for implementation.","The commission adopted a stormwater facility plan required for Florida DEP State Revolving Fund applications; consultants recommended surface conveyance/regional surface infrastructure as the most cost-effective alternative with a planning-level cost estimate of about $17.9 million.",{"_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},6169228,"Commission sets preliminary maximum for FY2026 fire assessment after staff outlines rate scenarios",799,2325000,3124000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85&start=2325&end=3124","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5404879-c972e5577cde02340ebe3d47f7485c85/thumbnail_2325000.jpg","/articles/6169228/Florida/Commission-sets-preliminary-maximum-for-FY2026-fire-assessment-after-staff-outlines-rate-scenarios","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6169228-c1085ead269c95a55a48c8f58f48161b/orig.mp4?Expires=1777665602&Signature=W3A6hFW74DCHqTgp2EMFa8-ZxRq4GtVV2mRCm4qE66BrKbjCWs-y~oh0JiJ8gfZMkpqa9YQeoMIJdg3aEXHFo5lCJR2hZb6IR8u3ABxSaDdrH8bOE15dushKjuun77Ehr7Ll6mYBaqBDKW63ftkF4MN5li9aAAn4tDOYEpnXOYxzWWsvUKNvaWb6iPJtSw-NVYKfZMAcMJDtXfdYqYyDi1SC4pKfj-0VrBw8qIXKVdahJDjGwSEbku7XpxJnsyKnfCQ7dmkXWQgJ2b0mVMaLUNHPcmOew70iej1O2-AYnULS40gP8-sEjMSNb45y-sTMPCunYSwtdJiGMIYuDVp~ig__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff presented a revised fire-assessment study on July 14 and asked the commission to set a preliminary rate for the FY2026 fire assessment that will appear on property tax notices. Staff said the study used a three‑year call-data window (2022–2024) to smooth anomalies in a single-year analysis and identified the legal maximum residential assessment under the methodology.

An official identified in the record as Mr. Lee (city staff) said the maximum residential amount that could be set under the legal methodology was $419. He told the commission the rate adopted at this meeting would be the high rate that must be noticed on property tax (TRIM) notices and that the commission could reduce the amount later in the budget process but could not increase it.

Staff presented several scenarios and said it did not recommend more than doubling the current assessment in a single year. Commissioners discussed policy goals including an historical internal guideline to have the fire assessment cover roughly half the department’s cost; currently staff said the fire assessment funds about 36% of the department’s budget.

Commissioner Coleman moved to set the preliminary cap and Commissioner Clark seconded. The transcript records the chair stating “setting the max at 04:19” and staff confirming that the figure would be the noticed maximum on TRIM notices; the motion passed unanimously. Staff also said it will send an additional direct mailing to residents with details of the proposed rates.

Why it matters: The fire assessment funds a portion of fire-protection services and is treated separately from general property-tax funding. By setting a high rate for notice, the commission preserves the option to adopt a lower final rate during budget adoption while meeting legal notice requirements.

Details and next steps: Staff will incorporate the chosen preliminary maximum into the TRIM notices and perform required mailings and additional outreach; the commission may adopt a lower final rate before the budget is finalized.","City staff presented a reworked fire-assessment study using three years of call data and a range of rate scenarios; the commission voted unanimously to set the preliminary maximum assessment for notice purposes.","actionData","errors"]

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Newberry parks director outlines expanded programs; mayor proclaims July Parks and Recreation Month

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Commission sets preliminary maximum for FY2026 fire assessment after staff outlines rate scenarios