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Commission adopts tap-in fee changes, approves right-of-way improvements and discusses outside connections
Summary
The commission adopted Resolution 12-2025 modifying tap-in fees, approved D.C. Johnson & Associates to improve an undeveloped right-of-way along Ohio Avenue, and discussed possible new water connections outside city limits with staff and the city attorney expressing concerns.
The City Commission adopted Resolution 12-2025 on Nov. 18, 2025, modifying existing tap-in fees and fees for tap-ins that cross roadways. The motion to adopt the resolution passed unanimously.
Mayor John Vogel II asked the commission to revisit allowing new water connections for users outside the city. City Attorney Gerald T. Buhr raised concerns about expanding capacity to non-taxpaying users, and Commissioner Randy Huckabee said he wanted to see analysis of the potential impact before any policy change.
In the Clerk's report, D.C. Johnson & Associates proposed paving an undeveloped city right-of-way along Ohio Avenue to create additional street parking; utilities would need to be located to avoid conflicts. The commission voted to allow D.C. Johnson & Associates to improve that property. Resident Steve Whitaker suggested adding street lighting to the area because it is dark. Attorney Buhr also advised that an interlocal agreement with Pasco County for solid waste management will be presented at a future meeting.
Other routine items included a public comment about school traffic on Antonio Way blocking a left-turn lane; commissioners discussed adding signage and Attorney Buhr said he would begin work on making Antonio Way a one-way street at Commissioner Huckabee's directive.
