- Planning and Zoning Commission
- Planning & Zoning Meeting February 3, 2021
Planning & Zoning Meeting February 3, 2021
CITY OF TITUSVILLE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION/LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
February 3, 2021
555 S. Washington Avenue Titusville, Florida 32796
City Hall in Council Chambers
6:00 PM
Notice
In order to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and to comply with all local, state, and federal laws and guidelines regarding social distancing rules, designated seating shall be provided for the public at Planning and Zoning Commission and other City Boards meetings. Individual speakers shall, when directed to do so, be given the opportunity to speak on agenda items during the meetings in accordance with City of Titusville policies and Resolution No. 36-2020. No tripods, easels, props, or other demonstrative aids shall be brought into public meetings of Planning and Zoning Commission and City Boards. Speakers are permitted to have a sign with them during their designated speaking time provided that the sign is held by the speaker and is to be removed at the conclusion of their speaking time. Speakers who appear in person will be subject to screening for symptoms of COVID-19 and any persons exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 will not be permitted to enter City Hall or public meetings of Planning and Zoning Commission and City Boards. As an additional method for public participation, the public may submit written comments, via email to planning@titusville.com or by regular mail to Planning and Zoning Commission's attention at City Hall, 555 South Washington Avenue, Titusville, FL 32796. Written comments must be received by noon (12:00 p.m.) prior to the start of the meeting and include the senders name, address and the subject line must specify the agenda item being addressed. All comments will be disseminated to the Planning and Zoning Commission members and made a part of the public record prior to any action being taken.
All persons who anticipate speaking on any Public Hearing item must fill out an Oath Card to be heard on that agenda item and sign the oath contained thereon. These cards are located on the table near the entrance to the Council Chamber or may be obtained from the Recording Secretary. This meeting will be conducted in accordance to the procedures adopted in Resolution #24-1997
Those speaking in favor of a request will be heard first, those opposed will be heard second, and those who wish to make a public comment on the item will speak third. The applicant may make a brief rebuttal if necessary. A representative from either side, for or against, may cross-examine a witness.
Anyone who speaks is considered a witness. If you have photographs, sketches, or documents that you desire for the Commission to consider, they must be submitted into evidence and will be retained by the City. Please submit such exhibits to the Recording Secretary.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. January 20, 2021 Minutes
Approve
6. QUASI-JUDICIAL CONFIRMATION PROCEDURES
The following items are subject to quasi-judicial rules of procedure. Anyone wishing to speak on any of these items must first sign a Public Hearing Agenda Card and sign the oath contained thereon. Those speaking in favor of a request will be heard first. If you have photographs, sketches, or documents that you desire for Planning and Zoning to consider, they must be submitted into evidence and will be retained by the City. Submit these exhibits to the Recording Secretary.
7. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
8. OLD BUSINESS
A. Brewpub Ordinance
Review the proposed ordinance and make a recommendation to Council.
The P&Z tabled this item at their January 20, 2021 meeting.
The Staff recommends that the Commission approve the ordinance, along with a request to Council to draft an additional ordinance amending regulations of outdoor seating, outdoor entertainment, and addressing hours of operation.
City Council will hold a public hearing on this ordinance on February 9, 2021 beginning at 6:30 pm.
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. Election of Officers
Elect new Officers
B. Semi-Annual Report
Approve to go to City Council
C. Falcon's Roost - Sketch Plat
Recommend approval of the Sketch Plat for Falcon's Roost.
The City Council will consider the request during a public meeting on February 9, 2021.
D. ROW # 4-2020 Falcon's Roost
Recommend approval of ROW 4-2020 application to vacate three rights of way located on property north of Knox McRae Drive and west of the Oakdale subdivision with conditions.
The City Council will hold a public hearing on February 9th, 2021.
E. Public Purpose Variance
Review the proposed ordinance and make a recommendation to City Council.
10. PETITIONS AND REQUESTS FROM PUBLIC PRESENT AND PRESS
11. REPORTS
(a) City Council Summary of Action 01/26/2021
Informational Only
(b) CITY STAFF
(c) CITY ATTORNEY
(d) CHAIRPERSON
(e) MEMBERS
12. ADJOURNMENT
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning and Zoning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
The City desires to accommodate persons with disabilities. Accordingly, any physically handicapped person, pursuant to Chapter 286.26 Florida Statutes, should at least 48 hours prior to the meeting, submit a written request to the chairperson of the meeting that the physically handicapped person desires to attend.
The Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) of the City of Titusville, Florida met in regular session in the Council Chamber of City Hall, located at 555 South Washington Avenue on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
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Chairman Severs called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Present were Vice Chairman Richardson, Secretary Speidel, Member Porter, Member Grant, Member Murray and Alternate Member Rice. Alternate Member Riley and Member Parrish joined via telecommuting. Also in attendance were Senior Planner Gabriel Quintas, Sustainability Planner Eddy Galindo, Assistant City Attorney Chelsea Farrell, and Recording Secretary Laurie Dargie.
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Assistant City Attorney Farrell swore in L.V. “Woody” Rice at the newest alternate member of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
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Chairman Severs brought up the Planning and Zoning Commission by-laws as it relates to alternate members participating in meetings when there is not an open seat available as a voting member. Chairman Severs stated that he would like to allow alternate members to participate in the meetings even if they cannot vote, however the current by-laws specifically say they cannot participate. Chairman Severs would like to see about amending the by-laws. There was a consensus by the Planning and Zoning Commission members to proceed with amending the By-Laws. Assistant City Attorney Farrell said they cannot amend the by-laws at tonight’s meeting, however this can be on a future agenda to be discussed and they can amend the by-laws if they so desire.
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Member Grant made a motion to approve the January 20, 2021 regular meeting minutes. Secretary Speidel seconded. There was a unanimous voice vote in favor.
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Quasi-Judicial Confirmation Procedures
Chairman Severs read the Quasi-Judicial procedures.
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Consent Agenda Item
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Old Business
Ordinance relating to Brewpubs (Video start time 00:16:06)
Mr. Quintas gave an overview of this item.
Woody Rice of 505 Indian River Avenue Titusville, Florida came to speak neither for nor against this item. Mr. Rice suggested separating music and outdoor entertainment from the zoning districts so that a uniformed policy can be created that is consistent.
Member Murray said that she does not feel that brewpubs are any different than a restaurant that serves alcohol. Member Murray said she agrees with Mr. Rice that outdoor entertainment is a separate issue.
Member Grant said he does not have any objections to brewpubs, however he has concerns about allowing brewpubs in the Urban Village zoning district.
Vice Chairman Richardson said he spoke to Brad Parrish about why the concerns of the Planning and Zoning Commission from the January 20, 2021 meeting were not addressed. Vice Chairman Richardson said he was told by Mr. Parrish that because it was not advertised a certain way, the concerns could not be addressed. Vice Chairman Richardson said he cannot support approval of this ordinance. Vice Chairman Richardson asked Mr. Parrish who drafts the ordinances and he was told by Mr. Parrish that staff does. Vice Chairman Richardson said that he feels that the Legal Department should draft the ordinances. Vice Chairman Richardson said that the ordinance is too restrictive and the spreadsheet is too complicated.
Secretary Speidel said she has concerns about outdoor entertainment and music. Secretary Speidel asked who would enforce any noise nuisances. Mr. Quintas said Code Enforcement would address these concerns. Secretary Speidel said she also has concerns about hours and feels there should be specific hours and days stated.
Assistant City Attorney Farrell said that the Planning and Zoning Commission can ask City Council to request advisability from staff regarding limitations.
Vice Chairman Richardson said there should be a distinction between brewpubs and a brewery. He said that a small brewpub should be limited to 5,000 barrels.
Assistant City Attorney Farrell said there is already a distinction in micro-brewery and a brewery in Section 28-213.
Staff advised of an apparent issue with Member Parrish’s microphone that caused her words to be unintelligible.
Member Murray asked if the Police Department would enforce any noise violations as a nuisance issue if Code Enforcement was closed. Mr. Quintas said he cannot speak for the Police Department but that is his understanding as well.
Chairman Severs said a brewpub is a new use and it is not currently in any zoning categories. Chairman Severs said he does not have a problem with brewpubs but he needs to know where and what the proper guidelines are. Chairman Severs said he brought up his concerns regarding outdoor entertainment months ago, and asked staff to review it. Chairman Severs said there are inconsistencies in this ordinance and he cannot support it. Chairman Severs asked why would brewpubs be allowed in Shoreline Mixed Use (SMU) zoning, if drinking establishments are not currently allowed in SMU zoning. Chairman Severs said drinking establishments are limited in Urban Mixed Use (UMU) zoning but brewpubs would not be limited. Chairman Severs said he does not mind brewpubs in the Downtown Mixed Use (DMU) or Indian River City Neighborhood (IRCN) as long as there are criteria. Chairman Severs said that there are too many internal inconsistencies and no protections in the code.
Member Murray said that a motion could be made to approve the ordinance but additional motions could be made requesting City Council to address the concerns of outdoor entertainment, outdoor seating, and hours of operation etc. Chairman Severs said that he has concerns with approving this ordinance because there would be no stopping someone from starting a brewpub in SMU right away under the current ordinance and any new ordinance restrictions would not apply.
Video Start Time (00:52:52)
Chairman Severs said he is not sure why running a new legal ad is an impediment to this process.
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Member Grant made a motion to approve this ordinance with limitations in the Urban Village zoning district and asked for discussion by the Commission.
Vice Chairman Richardson asked if Member Grant’s motion includes addressing setbacks, outdoor entertainment, and hours of operation. Member Grant said not setbacks.
Assistant City Attorney Farrell asked if Member Grant’s motion would be acceptable if he removed Urban Village and Shoreline Mixed Use zoning districts from the ordinance. Member Grant said serving food and having retail is fine in Urban Village, but there needs to be limitations. Member Grant said the limitations could be regarding hours of operation and barrels of beer but he cannot articulate the limitations.
Motion dies due to lack of a second.
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Member Murray said currently there is the Playalinda Brewery in the DMU zoning district and directly across the street is residential, therefore this already exists. Member Murray said that Salsas restaurant is in an Urban Village zoning district at Titus Landing and there could potentially be residential in this area. Member Murray just wanted to point out that this already exists in the city.
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Vice Chairman Richardson made a motion to table the brewpub ordinance so that the item can be re-advertised to allow staff to address setbacks, outdoor seating, outdoor entertainment, and hours of operation. Chairman Severs offered an amendment to require review of the inconsistencies mentioned previously. Vice Chairman Richardson agreed. Secretary Speidel seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Secretary Speidel Yes
Member Porter Yes
Member Murray No
Member Parrish No
Member Grant No
Vice Chairman Richardson Yes
Chairman Severs Yes
Motion passed with a 4 yes, 3 no vote.
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New Business
Elections of Officers (Video start time 01:05:08)
Member Grant nominated Dwight Severs as Chairman. Mr. Severs accepted. Secretary Speidel seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Member Grant Yes
Secretary Speidel Yes
Member Murray No
Vice Chairman Richardson Yes
Member Porter Yes
Member Parrish Yes
Chairman Severs Yes
Motion Passed with a 6 yes, 1 no vote.
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Vice Chairman Richardson nominated Jane Speidel as Vice Chairman.
Member Grant nominated Joseph Richardson as Vice Chairman. Joseph Richardson declined.
Member Porter nominated Mary Murray as Vice Chairman.
Chairman Severs asked that a roll call be done and for the Planning and Zoning Commission members vote for whom they would like as Vice Chairman.
Roll call was as follows:
Secretary Speidel Speidel
Member Porter Murray
Member Parrish Speidel
Member Murray Speidel
Vice Chairman Richardson Speidel
Member Grant Speidel
Chairman Severs Speidel
Motion Passed with 6 voting for Speidel and one voting for Murray.
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Vice Chairman Speidel nominated Joseph Richardson as Secretary. Member Grant seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Member Parrish Yes
Secretary Speidel Yes
Member Murray No
Member Grant Yes
Vice Chairman Richardson Yes
Member Porter Yes
Chairman Severs Yes
Motion Passed with a 6 yes, 1 no vote.
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Semi-Annual Report (Video start time 01:09:37)
Mr. Quintas said that there were corrections made to the Semi-Annual report and the amended report was sent to the Planning and Zoning Commission prior to tonight’s meeting for review.
Stan Johnston of 860 Poinsettia Avenue Titusville, Florida came to speak neither for nor against this item.
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Secretary Richardson made a motion to approve the amended semi-annual report. Vice Chairman Speidel seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Secretary Richardson Yes
Vice Chairman Speidel Yes
Member Porter Yes
Member Murray Yes
Member Parrish Yes
Member Grant Yes
Chairman Severs Yes
Motion Passed.
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Falcon’s Roost – Sketch Plat (Video start time 01:16:52)
Mr. Galindo gave an overview of this item.
Member Parrish asked if the lift station is part of Tract F. Mr. Galindo said yes.
Chairman Severs asked if a generator was going to be included as part of the lift station so that it is consistent with the other lift stations that were heard at the previous Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Mr. Galindo said he is unsure but he made a good point.
Member Murray asked if the lift station was located in the Area of Critical Concern (ACC). Mr. Galindo said it is outside of the ACC.
Jason Abbott of 4935 N. Highway US 1 Melbourne, Florida came to speak in favor of this item.
Chairman Severs asked if the water and sewer lines are existing on the site. Mr. Abbott said a small portion of water and sewer lines have been installed.
Vice Chairman Speidel asked what kind of tree preservation has been done on the site. Mr. Abbott said they are working with staff to vegetate the site and cabbage tree palms were planted in 2006.
Mr. Quintas said that during the preliminary plat stage, if there are any deficiencies in the buffers they will have to meet those requirements.
Member Murray asked if lift stations outside of the ACC were required to have generators. Mr. Galindo said he did not believe there are requirements for lift stations outside of the ACC to have generators.
Secretary Richardson asked about the expiration of a condition concerning easements on the site in the 2006 approval. Mr. Galindo said that there is an easement along the canal west of the road and south of the conservation area and it has an outflow. Mr. Abbott said it is an open ditch and the easement was given so that the City of Titusville could maintain the ditch. Mr. Abbott said there will be signs posted stating to stay out of this area.
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Member Murray made a motion to approve the Falcon’s Roost sketch plat as presented by staff. Member Porter seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Vice Chairman Speidel Yes
Member Porter Yes
Member Murray Yes
Member Parrish Yes
Member Grant Yes
Secretary Richardson Yes
Chairman Severs Yes
Motion passed.
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ROW# 4-2020 Falcon’s Roost (Video start time 01:30:28)
Mr. Galindo gave an overview of this item.
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Member Grant made a motion to approve the ROW#4-2020 Falcon’s Roost as presented by staff. Vice Chairman Speidel seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Member Grant Yes
Vice Chairman Speidel Yes
Member Murray Yes
Secretary Richardson Yes
Member Porter Yes
Member Parrish Yes
Chairman Severs Yes
Motion Passed.
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Public Purpose Variance (Video start time 01:33:16)
Mr. Quintas gave an overview of this item.
Member Grant asked why this is necessary if City Council has final say on the actions of the Boards of Adjustments and Appeals (BAA). Assistant City Attorney Farrell said that City Council does not have final say on two public boards, Code Enforcement Board and BAA. Assistant City Attorney Farrell said the purpose of this ordinance is to create a new process for public purpose projects.
Secretary Richardson asked Chairman Severs if he can recall anytime this might have been required. Chairman Severs said there was a recent case before BAA that City Council was not pleased with the outcome. Assistant City Attorney Farrell said that there was a recent variance request. The ordinance is designed to allow for a public or private project that demonstrates a net benefit to the public as determined by the City Council; such as public transportation facilities, water and waste water and drinking facilities, public accessible park and recreational facilities and public safety facilities. Only those types of projects would qualify for a variance through City Council.
Secretary Richardson asked if the recent variance that went before BAA served a public purpose. Assistant City Attorney Farrell said yes, it was a stormwater improvement project. Chairman Severs said it was not a private project. Assistant City Attorney Farrell said it was by Brevard County.
Chairman Severs said that 99% of the time there is never a problem with a decision from the BAA. Chairman Severs said he hasn’t really seen City Council upset with the decisions of the BAA. Chairman Severs said he has concerns with what might be defined as project in a public interest whenever it is a private entity project. Theoretically, Council could say that allowing a 15 story or 10 story building which is limited by the code is in the public’s interest because it will attract people to see space shots, which is all in the public’s interest. Chairman Severs said he thinks this is a slippery slope we take when we start venturing that way. Chairman Severs said he would prefer seeing instances in which there is a public project that Council would serve as the appeal process, the applicant would not have to appeal to the Circuit Court and this would accomplish the objective that he believes City Council is concerned about. Chairman Severs said we ought to maintain the integrity of the BAA and their role. Chairman Severs said this is his input on this ordinance. Chairman Severs said he feels City Council can accomplish this a different way.
Member Murray said she watched the City Council meeting where they discussed this and she read Section 34-312-1. She said it is very clear about the public purpose projects even though they make reference to private property. Member Murray said it is defined as water and waste water, drainage facility, public accessible park and recreational facilities and public safety facilities. She brought up Chairman Severs’s concern about building a 15 story building, she doesn’t understand why the Commission is having that discussion. She understands the concern about public verses private because that is a slippery slope but this is defined very specifically. Chairman Severs said from a Legal standpoint, are the items listed only limited to those items listed or are those examples. Assistant City Attorney Farrell said that since it says “such as” it could be broadened but it would have to be determined by City Council with legal counsel. Each application would have to be reviewed as it was submitted and it would have to demonstrate a net benefit to the public. Chairman Severs said so they are merely examples.
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Member Murray made a motion to approve the Public Purpose Variance as written. Member Porter seconded.
Discussion took place.
Secretary Richardson said he does not see the need for this, to satisfy something that has already occurred. He feels that the BAA is being stripped of some of their responsibility. He said he is perplexed as to why this ordinance was drafted.
Member Murray said City Council was very clear as to what they were trying to accomplish. They talked about situations such as a fire station needing to exceed setbacks, they talked about shrubbery around certain places for screening, those were some examples that were brought up that they talked in detail about for reasons why they would like to have the public purpose variance. Secretary Richardson said he didn’t hear the same things Member Murray heard.
Vice Chairman Speidel said she feels this is reducing the BAA authority.
Mr. Quintas said this would not diminish the power of the BAA.
Assistant City Attorney Farrell said this is an additional process that is being applied.
Member Porter asked the Planning and Zoning Commission members what the concern of the Commission is. Secretary Richardson said that he feels that BAA should have been noticed about this change and should have had input. He said he is not opposed to the motion but BAA should have been notified as a matter of courtesy.
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Motion was restated.
Member Murray made a motion to approve the Public Purpose Variance as written. Member Porter seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Vice Chairman Speidel Yes
Member Porter Yes
Member Parrish Yes
Member Murray Yes
Secretary Richardson Yes
Member Grant Yes
Chairman Severs No
Motion passed with a 6 yes, 1 no vote.
Chairman Severs said he voted no due to previously stated reasons.
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Video start time 01:56:02
Petitions and Requests from Public Present
None.
Reports
City Council Summary of Actions January 26, 2021
Informational only
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Assistant City Attorney Farrell said that there are members of the Planning and Zoning Commission that have repeatedly not adhered to the self-imposed deadline of the Monday before the Planning and Zoning Commission at 5:00pm to let the Recording Secretary know whether they plan to attend the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting or not. This deadline was set by the Commission. Assistant City Attorney Farrell asked if the Commission would like to consider an alternative of letting the Recording Secretary Laurie Dargie know if one will not attend the meeting so she can assume that all Commission members will be attending. Member Grant said no, he would like it to continue as it currently is. Secretary Richardson asked if it was okay to call on Tuesday mornings. Assistant City Attorney Farrell said the deadline that the Commission imposed is Monday at 5:00pm. Vice Chairman Speidel asked if something came up between 5:00pm Monday and before the meeting, can Ms. Dargie accept a phone call. Assist City Attorney Farrell said yes, but sometimes Ms. Dargie does not receive any response at all from the Commission members.
Chairman Severs wanted to acknowledge the Recording Secretary Laurie Dargie being recognized as employee of the month by City Council. Chairman Severs said he appreciates her service to the City of Titusville.
Chairman Severs said he wanted to give staff clear direction as to the Commission’s desire to amend the by-laws to allow the alternates to be able to participate in discussion even though they haven’t been appointed to vote during the meeting. Member Murray said she has concerns with participation by those alternate members attending virtually and they are unable to see certain things and it is also sometimes hard to hear them. Member Murray said her concern is the communication when not actually present.
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Chairman Severs said that it was brought up previously that the Commission wanted to discuss designating a Commission member to attend City Council meetings. Chairman Severs said there should not be one person designated to attend City Council meetings, the person should be rotated. Chairman Severs said he does not think that the Chairman should have to attend every Council meeting if the Commission decides to proceed with this. Chairman Severs said the Planning and Zoning Commission has not been invited to attend the City Council meetings as a designee. Chairman Severs said Commission members can perhaps show up and let Council know they are in attendance to answer questions if needed.
Secretary Richardson said in cases that there is not a unanimous decision or items that have controversial discussion are the times for a Commission member to be present. Secretary Richardson said that it is the Chairman’s job to attend, but he does agree for rotating the Commission members.
Chairman Severs said that the person who attends the City Council meeting needs to convey all opinions of the Commission and not just their own opinions. Chairman Severs stressed the point that the Planning and Zoning Commission has not been invited from City Council to attend their meetings.
Member Murray said that an example of a meeting that a Planning and Zoning Commission member would have been needed is regarding the discussion on parking to one side of a street. It was not explained well and the reason given for the request is, this is how it is done in snowy conditions. She said it had nothing to do with snow. Member Murray also said that the importance of the pathway between Huntington Park and Falcon’s Roost wasn’t articulated very well.
Secretary Richardson suggested having a workshop with Community Development Director Peggy Busacca to discuss why the Planning and Zoning Commission’s actions are not being effectively relayed to City Council.
Vice Chairman Speidel said watched the City Council meeting from January 26, 2021 and was concerned about some of the comments about the Planning and Zoning Commission members and was concerned about sending a Planning and Zoning Commission member to City Council meetings since they have not been invited.
Member Murray said she voted no on the Election of Officer positions because she is struggling with we have had several conversations in this room in regards to whether or not politics were playing and whether or not we were able to communicate effectively. Part of this is what drove the conversations that was heard from City Council at the January 26, 2021 City Council meeting. Member Murray said for months now we have been trying to figure out how better to communicate whether it’s writing out the concerns or being clear on our statements and she thinks that unless someone is there to actually clarify, the Commission will be in the same position, where they see conditions or they see certain things stated differently and without clarity they don’t understand why and the conditions get thrown out and the Commission gets frustrated. Member Murray said she is just trying to get a more effective feedback so they don’t have this situation happen again in the future. Member Murray said if at that point, there are not different results, then that is a different story. Member Murray said she just doesn’t know if they have had the information passed to Council correctly.
Secretary Richardson suggested again that a workshop be done with the Community Development Director Peggy Busacca to discuss better communications.
Mr. Quintas said that City Council gets the minutes and can view the video. Staff relays what the recommendation is and what the conditions are.
Member Murray said a Planning and Zoning Commission member would attend the City Council meetings in support of staff and help with clarity.
Secretary Richardson stated again about meeting with Community Development Director Peggy Busacca to discuss how to better get their point across to City Council.
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Video Start time 02:16:24
Secretary Richardson made a motion to designate Chairman Severs to attend the City Council meetings on behalf of the Planning and Zoning Commission for the month of February 2021. Member Murray seconded.
Roll call was as follows:
Member Parrish Yes
Vice Chairman Speidel Yes
Member Murray Yes
Member Grant Yes
Secretary Richardson Yes
Member Porter No
Chairman Severs No
Motion passed with a 5 yes, 2 no vote.
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Chairman Severs thanked City Council for the unanimous vote on the three Planning and Zoning Commission members who were reappointed.
Chairman Severs said he did reach out to staff and genuinely looks forward to a good working relationship. This doesn’t mean the Commission will not ask questions and challenge things but he highly respects staff’s role and responsibility as such. Chairman Severs said it is a two way street, if staff has any comments or concerns about himself, he asked that staff let him know. Chairman Severs said he does get reminded on occasion from a Councilman or two that he forgets his heritage because he’s been a lawyer for so long, that he immediately wants to start questioning and sometimes people don’t appreciate that. Chairman Severs said it is not intended to be disrespectful at all. He highly appreciates staff and looks forward to working together this next year with staff for the betterment of the City of Titusville. He appreciates the vote of confidence and he will try to be fair as Chairman and recognizing individuals and allow everyone to participate.
Member Grant personally applauds Chairman Severs’s credentials.
Adjournment 8:18pm