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 1. CALL TO ORDER

 2. INVOCATION

1. Invocation Pastor Jeremy Coppock from Faith Baptist Church will give the invocation. Pastor Jeremy Coppock from Faith Baptist Church gave the invocation.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 

4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

5. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS & PRESENTATIONS

1.  Marketing, Public Relations, and Communications Strategy for the Economic Development Division There will be a presentation by the Marketing Alliance on the Marketing, Public Relations, and Communications Strategy for the Economic Development Department. An action item is scheduled under the consent agenda. No action is requested for this item. No action.
2. Nanobubble Technology Presentation A representative from Moleaer Inc. will give a presentation on Nanobubble Technology. No action is requested. No action.

 6. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

1. 2025/2026 Student Advisory Council Membership Appointments Confirm Mr. Mikael Ronstrom (Academic Community Enrichment, Inc, 12th grade), Ms. Trinity Johnson (Academic Community Enrichment, Inc, 10th grade), Ms. Jackie Willis (Academic Community Enrichment, Inc, 9th grade), Mr. David Speeler (Titusville High School, 9th grade) and Ms. Kylie Miller (Astronaut High School, 9th grade), as members of the 2025/2026 Student Advisory Council, as nominated from their schools. Confirmed 2025 Student Advisory Council Membership Appointments that were nominated from their schools as recommended. 
2. Planning and Zoning Commission Semi-Annual Report The Planning and Zoning Commissions semi-annual written report is included in the agenda packet. No action is requested. No action.

 7. PETITIONS AND REQUESTS FROM THE PUBLIC PRESENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS) Robert Wilson expressed concern regarding the display of the American Flag at the Fire Department across from City Hall.  He stated that the flag is displayed on the right side and should be on the left side.   City Manager Abbate advised he will look into his concern.  Barbara Evans expressed concern regarding the SpaceX Starship Super Heavy, the sonic boom, and the reduced access to Playalinda Beach, etc.  Based on the discussion, Council authorized a letter to be written on behalf of the citizens/residents regarding her concern. No additional action items. 

8. CONSENT AGENDA

1. State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP) affordable housing agreement between Community of Hope, Inc. in the amount of $125,000 Approve SHIP grant funding in the amount of $125,000 for the construction of affordable housing units by Community of Hope, Inc. Approved in accordance with recommendations.
2. Equipment/Vehicle Lease-Purchase Agreement Approve Resolution No. 15-2025, authorizing the execution and delivery of financed equipment/vehicles; All subsequent equipment/vehicle schedules with Banc of America Public Capital Corporation; Authorizing the execution and delivery of an Escrow agreement, if necessary, in connection with the acquisition, purchase, financing and leasing of certain equipment/vehicles for an amount not to exceed $16,000,000. Authorize the Mayor, City Manager, and Finance Director to sign all relevant documents. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
3. Renewal of the City's Property and Casualty Insurance Lines of Coverage Approve the renewal of all Insurance lines of coverage for Fiscal Year 2025-26 at a total premium cost of $1,527,977.96, which is an increase from last fiscal year's cost of $1,505,343.07 or a total dollar increase of $22,634.89, and authorize the City Manager to put in place all the necessary instruments for this renewal. Also pending the approval of the FY2026 Annual Budget. Approved in accordance with recommendations.
4. Administrative Services Medical Renewal for the effective date of October 1, 2025, ending September 30, 2026 Approve the renewal of an Administrative Service Fee; Group Medical, Pharmacy benefit plan with Aetna with a 2.0% change in the current Medical Administration and Access Fee and pending approval of the FY2026 Annual Budget. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
5. Stop Loss Medical Reinsurance Coverage for Period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026 Approve the renewal of medical reinsurance coverage with SunLife to cover medical reinsurance costs at an estimated annual premium with Pooling of $1,232,280.52 for FY 2025-2026. This amount represents an increase of 3.52% in specific reinsurance costs over the current year spending. Also pending approval of the FY2026 Annual Budget. Approved in accordance with recommendations.
6. Vactor Impact Sewer Cleaner Turn Key Maintenance and Repurchase Agreement Approve the turn key maintenance contract and repurchase agreement with Environmental Products Group, Inc. for maintenance of the Vactor Impact Sewer Cleaner in the amount of $15,800 annually for a period of five years with a buyback amount of $71,000 after the five years, pending approval of the FY2026 Annual Budget. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
7. Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Budget Amendment Approve the associated Budget Amendment for a total of $30,515 from Utilities Infrastructure and Stormwater Infrastructure to CR2501 Broad Street Project. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
8. Vendor of Record FY 26 (1) Approve the use of the attached vendors determined to be the Sole Source, Single Source, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and/or Proprietary purchases; (2) Approve the use of State Contract(s), cooperative contracts and other agency contracts when market research dictates utilizing one of these existing contracts is in the best interest of the City; (3) Approve the issuance of purchase orders and contract renewal options (4) Delegate authority to the City Manager to award VOR purchases and contracts, exceeding the Ordinance limits, subject to the appropriation of funds for FY 2026; (5) Authorize the Mayor to execute all contracts to VOR exceeding $50,000; and authorize the City Manager to execute all contracts up to $50,000; and (6) Approve Purchasing and Contracting to make award updates or changes to the VOR list resulting from competitive procurement actions conducted by other governmental agencies for those expired contracts being used by the City. Approved in accordance with recommendations.
9. Water Allocation Permit- 1955 North Washington Avenue Authorize the issuance of a water supply capacity allocation permit in the amount of 11,925 gallons per day, which is 2.1% of the excess capacity for the development located at 1955 North Washington Avenue, subject to the approval of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection permit for the installation of water and sewer infrastructure. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
10. Amendment No. 3 for the State Revolving Fund Agreement WW050350 Approve amendment 3 to State Revolving Fund Agreement WW050250 granting additional time to complete the design project and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
11. Resolution No. 16-2025 Approving Temporary Closure of a State Road (Garden Street) for Special Events - Astronaut High School Homecoming Parade, October 2, 2025 Approve Resolution No. 16-2025 approving the temporary closure of Garden Street beginning at Publix and ending at the bus compound on Dixie Avenue, on October 2, 2025, for the Astronaut High School homecoming parade. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
12. Fiscal Year 2025 Road Reconstruction/Resurfacing Project Change Order #2 Approve change order #2 of the FY25 Road Reconstruction / Resurfacing Project to MASCI General Constructors, Inc. of Port Orange Beach, FL in the amount of $338,079 for the replacement of concrete driveways adjacent to the roadway within the project area. Additionally, approve the associated budget amendment. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 
13. Employment Agreement for the City Attorney Approve the Employment Agreement for the City Attorney. Approved in accordance with recommendations. 

9. ORDINANCES – SECOND READING, PUBLIC HEARING AND RELATED ACTION. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO QUASI-JUDICIAL RULES OF PROCEDURE. ANYONE WISHING TO SPEAK ON AN ITEM MUST FIRST COMPLETE AN AGENDA SIGN-UP 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 CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER, THEY MUST BE SUBMITTED INTO EVIDENCE AND WILL BE RETAINED BY THE CITY. SUBMIT THESE EXHIBITS TO THE CITY CLERK. 

1. Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Application No. 5-2025 St. Francis Reflections PACE Center Staff recommends approval of the CUP for an adult daycare at 1250 Grumman Place consistent with the approved concept plan in the Community Commercial (CC) zoning district. On September 3, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval with staff conditions, 7-0. Approved as recommended consistent with the approved concept plan as recommended by staff and approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission. 

10. ORDINANCES - FIRST READING

11. OLD BUSINESS

12. NEW BUSINESS

1. Advisability - Titusville Social Services Ad Hoc Committee Approve the creation of the Titusville Social Services Ad Hoc Approved the advisability for the creation of the Titusville Social Services Ad Hoc Committee as recommended. 
2. Verona, Village A & E - Sketch Plat Approve the Verona A & E Sketch Plat as consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Regulations and the requirements of Section 34-151 "Sketch Plat." On September 3, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval as presented, 7-0. Approved the Verona A & E Sketch Plat as consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Regulations and the requirements of LDR Section 34-151 “Sketch Plat” as recommended. 
3. Marketing, Public Relations, and Communications Strategy Approve the Marketing, Public Relations and Communications Strategy as presented by Marketing Alliance. Approved the Marketing, Public Relations, and Communications Strategy as presented by the Marketing Alliance as recommended. 

13. PETITIONS AND REQUESTS FROM THE PUBLIC PRESENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS) No action. 

14. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS

1. Mayor's Report The Mayor will provide his individual report. Mayor Connors provided his individual report. No action items. 
2. Council Reports Council Members will provide their individual reports. Council Members provided their individual reports. Council approved the request for Member Moscoso to attend one day of the 2025 Florida Planning Conference in Daytona Beach, Florida scheduled for September 15 – 17, 2025.  Member Moscoso advised that the cost was $45. Council approved support for the upcoming Mayor’s Ball with the Valiant Air Command reimbursing the City for any expenses incurred. Following the discussion of the Mayor’s Ball, Council directed staff to file documents to form a 501(3)(c). Council approved the request for Member Stoeckel to attend the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference, Florida League of Cities Legislative Conference, and Florida League of Cities Legislative Action Days. No additional action items. 

15. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT 

1. City Manager's Report The City Manager's report is included in the agenda packet. City Manager Abbate provided his written report. Council authorized a special City Council meeting to conduct an Economic Development Workshop to discuss the way forward for attracting and retaining economic growth in Titusville.  The special meeting will be held on November 13, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. All remaining items were informational only. 

16. CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT

1. Request for City Council Executive Session to Discuss Pending Litigation Request for an Executive Session with the City Council to discuss a pending litigation matter, Liston, et al vs. City of Titusville, et al, case number 05-2024-CA-050881, currently pending in the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit in Brevard County, for the purpose of discussing litigation expenses and strategy. Council authorized an Executive Session to discuss a pending litigation matter, Liston, et al vs. City of Titusville, et al, case number 05-2024-CA-050881 currently pending in Eighteenth Judicial Circuit In Brevard Council, for the purpose of discussion litigation expenses and strategy.  The executive session will be held on September 22, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.