In the minutes: Edgewood packet, LPR camera (Oct 20)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Hall – Council Chamber
405 Bagshaw Way, Edgewood, Florida
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM

AGENDA
Welcome! We are very glad you have joined us for today’s Council meeting. If you are not on the
agenda, please complete an appearance form and hand it to the City Clerk. When you are recognized,
state your name and address. The Council is pleased to hear relevant comments; however, a five (5)
minute limit has been set by Council. Large groups are asked to name a spokesperson. Robert’s Rules
of Order guide the conduct of the meeting. Please silence all cellular phones and pagers during the
meeting. Thank you for participating in your City Government.
A. CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. ROLL CALL & DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
C.

PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
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2026 Week of the Family

D. CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are defined as routine in nature, therefore, do not warrant detailed
discussion or individual action by the Council. Any member of the Council may remove any item from
the consent agenda simply by verbal request prior to consideration of the consent agenda. The
removed item(s) are moved to the end of New Business for discussion and consideration.
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E.

Review of Meeting MInutes from September 15, 2026 and September 21, 2026

ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)
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Ordinance 2026-05 Dumpster Requirements
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDGEWOOD, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING CHAPTER 30, ARTICLE II, SECTION 30-49 TO PROVIDE
COMPREHENSIVE STANDARDS FOR DUMPSTER REQUIREMENTS, DEFINITIONS, LOCATION,
PADS, SANITARY CONDITIONS, SIZE,
STRUCTURAL SCREENING, ENCLOSURES, AND WAIVER PROCEDURES; AMENDING CHAPTER
114, ARTICLE I, SECTION 114-4 TO ELIMINATE THE SOLID WASTE STORAGE AREA
REQUIREMENT AND RENUMBER ACCORDINGLY; AMENDING CHAPTER 134, ARTICLE IV,
SECTIONS 134-319, 134-348, 134-376, 134-406, AND 134-474 TO CONFORM DUMPSTER
REQUIREMENTS AND SITE AND
BUILDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS; CORRECTING SCRIVENER’S ERRORS REGARDING
NONCONFORMING USE PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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City Council Meeting
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AGENDA

10/20/2026

PUBLIC HEARINGS (ORDINANCES – SECOND READINGS & RELATED ACTION)

G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1.

Tow Pro Reconciliation Agreement

2.

Resolution 2026-09 Fire Assessment Notice of Intent
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF EDGEWOOD, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF
EDGEWOOD’S INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM
ASSESSMENTS; DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING
DIRECTIONS TO THE CLERK; AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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CITIZEN COMMENTS

K. BOARDS & COMMITTEES
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STAFF REPORTS
City Attorney Smith
Police Chief DeSchryver
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Chief DeSchryver Report Month of September

City Clerk Riffle
1.

City Clerk Riffle's Report

M. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Dowless
Council Member Lomas
Council Member McElroy
Council Member Rader
Council Member Steele
Council President Horn
N. ADJOURNMENT

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City Council Meeting

AGENDA

10/20/2026

UPCOMING MEETINGS
Monday, November 9, 2026………………………..……….…....Planning and Zoning Meeting
Tuesday, November 17, 2026………………………..……….….City Council Meeting

Meeting Records Request
You are welcome to attend and express your opinion. Please be advised that Section 286.0105, Florida
Statutes state that if you decide to appeal a decision made with respect to any matter, you will need a
record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made.
Americans with Disabilities Act
In accordance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), if any person with a disability as defined by the
ADA needs special accommodation to participate in this proceeding, he or she should telephone the City
Clerk at (407) 851-2920.

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Section D, Item 1.

1ST BUDGET HEARING AND CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
City Hall – Council Chamber
405 Bagshaw Way, Edgewood, Florida
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM

DRAFT MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Horn called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. He asked for a moment of silence
and then led the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. ROLL CALL & DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
Clerk Riffle confirmed a quorum with all elected officials present.
Elected Officials Present:
Mayor John Dowless
Council President Richard A. Horn
Council President Pro-Tem Susan Lomas
Councilmember Casey McElroy
Councilmember Ryan Santurri
Councilmember Beth Steele
C.

Staff Members Present:
City Clerk Sandra Riffle
Chief Dean DeSchryver
Deputy Chief Miguel Garcia
City Attorney Drew Smith
City Planner Ellen Hardgrove

FIRST BUDGET HEARING
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Ordinance 2026-11: Adopt Final Levy FY 2026/2027
Attorney Smith read Ordinance 2026-11 in title only.
Clerk Riffle reviewed changes to the proposed budget and said that since the budget
workshop, Police Department HRA reimbursements increased, and City Hall insurance costs
decreased slightly. Chief DeSchryver further discussed the increase in FRS and the 25%
increase in health insurance premium costs.
There was no public comment.
Council President Lomas moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-11, setting the City of
Edgewood's millage rate for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 at 5.250 mills, which represents a 6.97
percent increase over the roll-back rate of 4.9077 mills. Seconded by Councilmember
McElroy. The motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).

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1st Budget Hearing and City Council Meeting
Councilmember Lomas
Councilmember Santurri
Councilmember McElroy
Councilmember Steele
Council President Horn
2.

DRAFT MINUTES

9/15/2026

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

Resolution 2026-07: Tentative Budget Fiscal Year 2026/2027
Attorney Smith read Resolution 2026-07 in title only.
There was no public comment.
Councilmember Santurri moved to adopt Resolution No. 2026-07, a Resolution adopting the
tentative budget and confirming the date of the second public hearing for Fiscal Year
2026/2027. Seconded by Councilmember Steele. The motion was approved by roll call vote
(5/0).
Councilmember McElroy
Councilmember Steele
Councilmember Lomas
Councilmember Santurri
Council President Horn

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

D. CONSENT AGENDA
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026 City Council Draft Meeting Minutes
Council President Horn made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Lomas. The motion was approved by voice vote (5/0).

E.

ORDINANCES (FIRST READING)

F.

PUBLIC HEARINGS (ORDINANCES – SECOND READINGS & RELATED ACTION)
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Ordinance 2026-05: Fence Scrivener's Error
Attorney Smith read Ordinance 2026-05 in title only. He said there were no changes to the
ordinance for the 2nd reading.
There was no public comment.
Councilmember Lomas made a motion to approve Ordinance 2026-05. Seconded by
Councilmember Santurri. The motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).

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Tuesday, September 15, 2026 City Council Draft Meeting Minutes
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Section D, Item 1.

1st Budget Hearing and City Council Meeting
Councilmember Lomas
Councilmember McElroy
Councilmember Santurri
Councilmember Steele
Council President Horn
2.

DRAFT MINUTES

9/15/2026

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

Ordinance 2026-06: Smoke Shop & Convenience Store Definitions
Attorney Smith read Ordinance 2026-06 in title only. He noted that at first reading, lighters
were removed from the paraphernalia items list.
There were no public comments.
Councilmember Lomas made a motion to approve Ordinance 2026-06. Seconded by
Councilmember Santurri. The motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).
Councilmember Lomas
Councilmember McElroy
Councilmember Santurri
Councilmember Steele
Council President Horn

3.

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

Ordinance 2026-07: Fire Assessment
Attorney Smith read Ordinance 2026-07 in title only. He explained the ordinance created the
"shell" within the code. It does not actually create the assessment. He confirmed to Mayor
Dowless that this is the statutory process.
There were no public comments.
Councilmember Lomas made a motion to approve Ordinance 2026-07. Seconded by
Councilmember Steele. The motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).
Councilmember McElroy
Councilmember Santurri
Councilmember Steele
Councilmember Lomas
Council President Horn

4.

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

Ordinance 2026-08: CBA Adoption
Attorney Smith read Ordinance 2026-08 in title only.
There were no changes since the first reading. There was no public comment.

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Tuesday, September 15, 2026 City Council Draft Meeting Minutes
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1st Budget Hearing and City Council Meeting

DRAFT MINUTES

9/15/2026

Councilmember Santurri made a motion to approve Ordinance 2026-08. Seconded by
Councilmember Lomas. The motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).
Councilmember Santurri
Councilmember Steele
Councilmember Lomas
Councilmember McElroy
Council President Horn

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1.

Resolution 2026-04: Amend Live Scan Fingerprinting Fees
Attorney Smith read Resolution 2026-04 in title only.
Clerk Riffle explained the resolution changed fees affected by changes in the FBI price
standards.
Councilmember McElroy made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-04. Seconded by
Councilmember Steele. The motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).
Councilmember Steele
Councilmember Lomas
Councilmember McElroy
Councilmember Santurri
Council President Horn

2.

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

Resolution 2026-06: Equipment Lease
Attorney Smith read Resolution 2026-06 in title only. He said this formally approves the police
fleet purchase.
There were no public comments.
Councilmember Santurri made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-06. Seconded by
Councilmember Steele. The motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).
Councilmember Santurri
Approve
Councilmember McElroy
Approve
Councilmember Lomas
Approve
Councilmember Steele
Approve
Council President Horn
Approve

I.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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Tuesday, September 15, 2026 City Council Draft Meeting Minutes
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1st Budget Hearing and City Council Meeting
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DRAFT MINUTES

9/15/2026

CITIZEN COMMENTS

K. BOARDS & COMMITTEES
L.

STAFF REPORTS
City Attorney Smith - No report.
Police Chief DeSchryver
1.

Chief's Report August 2026
Chief DeSchryver discussed LPR cameras, including the brand name "Flock." He said cities and
states have used LPR cameras for decades. Audits are done monthly, and any abuse leads to
disciplinary action. The City had one camera, which was removed.
In response to Council President Horn, Chief DeSchryver said the cameras have aided in some
hit-and-run investigations and were able to capture a description of a vehicle and tag.
Cameras are also part of data sharing with other agencies.
One officer finished field training and is now on solo patrol. The department could benefit
from having another Spanish-speaking officer and a female officer.

City Clerk Riffle
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Clerk's Report September 2026
Clerk Riffle reported that the pipe repair on The Oaks Circle was completed. The road area
where the work was performed will be repaired soon.
City Hall and the Police Department have begun the groundwork for the 2025/2026 financial
audit.

Code Compliance Officer Zane
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Code Compliance Report September 2026

M. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Dowless
Mayor Dowless reminded the Council that the Tri-County League of Cities luncheon meeting will
discuss AI use and public records request requirements. He recommended attending the meeting.
He said he requested a "Do Not Block" box at Harbor Island Road and Orange Avenue, but FDOT
denied it.

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Tuesday, September 15, 2026 City Council Draft Meeting Minutes
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9/15/2026

He asked for yellow lines to be painted at the end of Jessamine Lane and expected that would
happen by the end of the week.
Councilmember Lomas - No report.
Councilmember McElroy - No report.
Councilmember Santurri - No report.
Councilmember Steele - No report.
Council President Horn - No report.
N. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:18 pm.

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Richard A. Horn, Council President
Attest:
________________________________________
Sandra Riffle, City Clerk

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Section D, Item 1.

FINAL BUDGET HEARING FY 2026/27
City Hall – Council Chamber
405 Bagshaw Way, Edgewood, Florida
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM

DRAFT MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION, & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Horn called the meeting to order at 6:03 pm. He asked for a moment of silence
and then led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Elected Officials Present:
Mayor John Dowless
Richard A. Horn, Council President
Suan Lomas, Council President Pro-Tem
Casey McElroy, Councilmember
Ryan Santurri, Councilmember
Beth Steele, Councilmember

Staff Present:
Sandra Riffle, City Clerk
Dean DeSchryver, Police Chief
Holli New, City Attorney

B. PUBLIC HEARINGS (ORDINANCES – SECOND READINGS & RELATED ACTION)
1.

Ordinance 2026-11: Adopt Millage Rate FY 2026/2027
Attorney New read Ordinance 2026-11 in title only.
There were no public comments.
Council President Horn moved to adopt Ordinance 2026-11, setting the City of Edgewood's
millage rate for fiscal year 2026/2027 at 5.250 mills, which represents a 7.35 percent
increase over the rollback rate of 4.8905 mills. Seconded by Councilmember Santurri. The
motion was approved by roll call vote (5/0).
Beth Steele, Councilmember
Casey McElroy, Councilmember
Ryan Santurri, Councilmember
Susan Lomas, Council President Pro-Tem
Richard A. Horn, Council President

2.

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

Resolution 2026-08: Adopt Final Budget FY 2026/2027
Attorney New read Resolution 2026-08 in title only.
There was no public comment.

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Final Budget Hearing FY 2026/27

DRAFT MINUTES

9/21/2026

Councilmember Lomas moved to adopt Resolution 2026-08, adopting the City of Edgewood's
budget for fiscal year 2026/2027. Seconded by Councilmember Steele. The motion was
approved by roll call vote (5/0).
Casey McElroy, Councilmember
Ryan Santurri, Councilmember
Susan Lomas, Council President Pro-Tem
Beth Steele, Councilmember
Richard A. Horn, Council President
C.

Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve
Approve

CITIZEN COMMENTS

D. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:07 pm
___________________________________
Richard A. Horn, Councilmember
Attest:
___________________________________
Sandra Riffle, City Clerk

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Section E, Item 1.

Date: October 15, 2026
To:
City Council
From: Ellen Hardgrove, City Planning Consultant
XC: Drew Smith, City Attorney
Sandy Riffle, City Clerk
Brett Sollazzo, Administrative & Permitting Manager
Scott Zane, Code Enforcement Officer
Re:
Comprehensive Dumpster & Solid Waste Screening Ordinance (Amending Chapters 30, 114, and
134)
INTRODUCTION
This agenda item relates to dumpster regulations in the City. Currently, regulatory provisions governing
dumpsters are scattered across three separate chapters (Chapters 30, 114, and 134), sometimes providing
conflicting requirements. The intent of the proposed ordinance is to establish Chapter 30, Section 30-49 as the
single standard for dumpster compliance, eliminating any conflicts among the other chapters and presenting
the regulation in a concise and logical manner.
The proposed ordinance introduces only three new regulatory requirements:
• Increased Setbacks when adjacent to residential property;
• Allows for Alternative Screening Systems in lieu of standard masonry construction; and
• Adds mandatory landscaping when the dumpster is adjacent to residential uses.
The Planning and Zoning Board recommends Council approve the ordinance.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ORDINANCE
Line 43 Dumpster locations cannot be within 25 feet of a residential zoned property unless a waiver is
granted by the City Council during the site plan approval process.
Line 61 Materials for dumpster enclosures: two choices by right, one with Council approval and a listing of
what materials are prohibited:
Option 1: Masonry
Option 2: Commercial-grade, high-density composite panels with an exterior finish that closely
mimics the texture, relief, and color variation of real masonry
Option 3: Any alternative materials approved by Council (Line 83)
For any of the options, residential-grade vinyl, PVC, hollow plastic, chain-link with inserts (slats),
and wood fencing are expressly prohibited (Line 90)
Line 129 Landscaping is required when there is no intervening building between a dumpster enclosure and a
property zoned or used for residential purpose as follows:
Installed on the side facing the adjacent residentially zoned property, extending a minimum of 5 feet
beyond each side of the enclosure's footprint.
Minimum depth of 15 feet composed of at least two staggered rows of evergreen shrubs and
evergreen understory trees.
Line 175 Potential for Council to modify the location and setback regulations was changed from a Variance
to Waiver.
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RESOURCES FOR MEETING
Summary of Proposed Dumpster Location Requirements
Front yard*

Not allowed

Corner Lot Side Street Yard*

Not allowed

Side yard*

Not allowed

Rear yard*

Allowed except when adjacent to
residential use or zoning, then minimum 25
feet from rear property line

Required Landscaping/Buffer Area

Not allowed

*As required by the Zoning district

*Zoning Yard Requirements
District

Side Street Yard
(Feet)

Rear Yard
(Feet)

Side Yard
(Feet)

P-O

Front
Yard
(Feet)
25

Same as Side
Yard

30

C-1

25

15

20

C-2

25

15

C-3

25

15

ECD

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25 for Holden,
Gatlin, Hoffner;
other streets, 25
feet

15; 20 where abutting
residential district
15; 30 where abutting
residential district
20 unless adjacent to
property with a low density
residential future land use,
then 25 feet

10 for one-story and
two-story buildings, plus 2 ft.
for each additional story
0; or 15 ft. where abutting
residential district
5; 15 where abutting
residential district
5; 25 where abutting
residential district
0; unless adjacent to property
with a low density residential
future land use designation,
then 25

Lake
Yard
(Feet)
50
50

50
50
50

Website that shows examples of alternative screening option (Option 2):
https://choiceenclosures.com/choice-enclosures-home/

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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-05
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EDGEWOOD, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY
AMENDING CHAPTER 30, ARTICLE II, SECTION 30-49 TO PROVIDE
COMPREHENSIVE STANDARDS FOR DUMPSTER REQUIREMENTS,
DEFINITIONS, LOCATION, PADS, SANITARY CONDITIONS, SIZE,
STRUCTURAL
SCREENING,
ENCLOSURES,
AND
WAIVER
PROCEDURES; AMENDING CHAPTER 114, ARTICLE I, SECTION 114-4
TO ELIMINATE THE SOLID WASTE STORAGE AREA REQUIREMENT
AND RENUMBER ACCORDINGLY; AMENDING CHAPTER 134,
ARTICLE IV, SECTIONS 134-319, 134-348, 134-376, 134-406, AND 134-474
TO CONFORM DUMPSTER REQUIREMENTS AND SITE AND
BUILDING
DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS;
CORRECTING
SCRIVENER’S ERRORS REGARDING NONCONFORMING USE
PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that improperly screened or maintained solid waste
containers can create public health hazards, structural eyesores, and nuisances that devalue
neighboring properties; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish uniform architectural, maintenance, and
spatial standards for dumpsters and their enclosures to protect the health, safety, and aesthetic
welfare of the community; and
WHEREAS, the City Council seeks to resolve existing ambiguities and formatting
contradictions between Chapters 30, 114, and 134 regarding solid waste storage screening
materials and heights;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EDGEWOOD, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION ONE. The findings set forth in the recitals above are hereby adopted as
legislative findings of the City Council pertaining to this Ordinance.

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SECTION TWO. Section 30-49 of the City of Edgewood Code of Ordinances is hereby
amended as set forth as follows (note: additions are indicated by underline, deletions are indicated
by strikethrough, and portions of the Code that remain unchanged and which are not reprinted here
are indicated by ellipses (* * *):
Sec. 30-49. Dumpster requirement.
(a) Definition. For purposes of this section, the term "dumpster" shall mean any portable,
nonabsorbent, enclosed container with a close fitting cover, or doors, approved by the county
health department and the city, which is used to store large volumes of refuse. It must be
capable of being serviced by mechanical equipment.
(b) Subject to certain General standards. All dumpsters located within the city shall be subject
to the following terms and conditions:
(1) Location. Dumpsters and their enclosure shall not be located within in

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• Any required front yard (building setback) required along a street (front or side street)

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or required side yard required, as specified by the zoning code set forth in chapter 134;

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• Any required landscaping or buffer area;

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• Within 25 feet of any residentially zoned property, unless a waiver is granted by the

City Council during the site plan approval process; or,

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• Any area that fails to provide a minimum of 50 feet of unobstructed vehicle approach

for mechanical service equipment.

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(2) Pad. All dumpsters and their enclosures shall be set on a paved permanent surface of
sufficient depth and size to accommodate the type of dumpster utilized.

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(3) Condition. All dumpsters shall be kept in a sanitary, odor-free condition and all doors
and openings shall remain closed so as not to cause a public health problem or nuisance.

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(4) Size. Dumpsters shall be of a sufficient size to adequately service the for which it is used.

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(5) Screening. Dumpsters shall be shielded by a landscaped screen or fencing at least six
feet in height which shall be at least 50 percent opaque when viewed from any point
along any abutting residential district boundary. No screening shall be required for any
dumpster not abutting a residential district boundary.

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(3) Enclosure Construction and Dumpster Design Standards.

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Materials: All dumpsters shall be fully enclosed on three sides by a permanent, 100
percent visually opaque masonry, brick, or decorative stone wall that matches or
complements the architectural design and materials of the primary building (with
gates provided on the fourth side pursuant to subsection d. below). In lieu of
traditional masonry construction, an alternative screening system of equal or
superior durability, opacity, and aesthetics may be used subject to the following
standards:

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1. Engineering calculations and installation details shall be prepared, signed,
sealed, and submitted, demonstrating compliance with local wind-load
requirements (which may include standardized manufacturer product approvals
bearing the valid signature and seal of a Florida-registered Professional
Engineer);

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2. Posts and base plates must be anchored directly to a reinforced concrete pad in
accordance with structural engineering specifications;

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3. Framing hardware, tracks, and fasteners shall be concealed or finished cleanly
from the exterior and public view;

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4. Panels shall be of commercial-grade, high-density composite that resist fading,
UV degradation, cracking, and denting, backed by manufacturer finish
warranties;

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5. Exterior finishes of modular panels must closely mimic the texture, relief, and
color variation of real masonry to match or complement the primary building’s
architectural style, color palette, and materials.

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Any alternative materials proposed beyond those explicitly permitted above must
be reviewed and approved by the City Council following a recommendation by the
Planning and Zoning Board, which shall require the submittal of professional
architectural and engineering drawings detailing the proposed construction,
specifications, and colored elevations demonstrating that the alternative materials
achieve an equal or superior level of architectural character, texture, durability, and
visual harmony with the primary principal structure.

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In all cases, residential-grade vinyl, PVC, hollow plastic, chain-link with inserts
(slats), and wood fencing are expressly prohibited.

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Dimensions: The enclosure walls and gates shall be at least six (6) feet in height,
or twelve (12) inches taller than the highest point of the dumpster container or
mechanical compactor unit utilized on-site, whichever is greater.

c.

Capacity and Clearance: Enclosures shall be of a sufficient size to adequately
service all waste streams (including refuse and recycling) generated by the
property. A minimum of twelve (12) inches of interior clearance shall be provided
on all sides of the containers to allow for safe maneuvering.

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Gate Specifications: All enclosure gates must be heavy-duty, 100 percent opaque,
and constructed of commercial-grade metal or commercial grade manufactured
composite material with structural steel frames featuring rust-resistant finishes
(such as galvanized or powder-coated frames). Gates shall be mounted on
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with drop pins or cane bolts to secure open gates in place during servicing, and shall
not swing out into public rights-of-way.

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(4) Operational and Maintenance Requirements
a.

Lid and Gate Security: All dumpsters must be equipped with rubber or rubberized
lids. Lids and gates must remain closed at all times, except during active loading or
refuse collection.

b.

Sanitation: All dumpsters and their surrounding enclosures must be maintained to
prevent offensive odors from blowing beyond the property line and litter-free
condition at all times.

c.

Time Restrictions: Dumpster emptying activities are restricted to the hours of 7:00
AM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. No emptying is permitted on Sundays
or designated holidays, unless specifically authorized by the City due to
demonstrable necessity. A property owner may submit a written request for a
temporary waiver of these time restrictions. Such waivers may be granted at the
City’s sole discretion upon a showing of documented necessity.

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Maintenance: All screening systems shall be maintained in their approved
configuration in perpetuity, and shall remain in a structurally sound, rust-free, and
graffiti-free condition. Any component that becomes warped, bent, broken, or loses
its required opacity must be repaired or replaced by the property owner within 30
days of notification by the City. Failure to comply with the design and operational
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(5) Landscaping Requirements. Where no intervening building exists between a dumpster
enclosure and a property zoned or used for residential purpose, a landscaped buffer shall
be installed and maintained in accordance with the following standards:
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Buffer Dimensions: The landscaped buffer shall be installed immediately adjacent
to all sides of the exterior walls of the dumpster enclosure facing the adjacent
residentially zoned property and extend a minimum of 5 feet beyond each side of
the enclosure's footprint. The buffer shall maintain a minimum depth of 15 feet and
shall be composed of plants that will provide a continuous visual and acoustic screen
between the dumpster enclosure and the residence.

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Structural Protection: Heavy-duty steel bollards (minimum 4-inch diameter,
concrete-filled) shall be anchored into the concrete pad inside the enclosure to
prevent dumpsters from striking and damaging the rear or side structural walls
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evergreen shrubs arranged in multiple layers to achieve dense visual screening and
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1. Opacity Standards: The evergreen understory trees and the double-row
evergreen shrubs shall be distributed throughout the buffer area to ensure
continuous, multi-layered coverage. The plant materials shall be situated to
provide a minimum opacity of fifty percent (50%) at installation, and shall
achieve and maintain a minimum opacity of eighty percent (80%) from ground
level to a height of eight (8) feet within three (3) years of installation.
2. Plant Quality and Grading: All plant materials shall be a minimum grade of
Florida No. 1 (or better) in accordance with the current edition of the Grades
and Standards for Nursery Plants by the Florida Department of Agriculture and
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3. Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Principles: All landscaping shall be designed
in accordance with the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ as
established by the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural
Sciences (UF/IFAS).
4. Prohibited Species: Plant species identified as invasive by the Florida Exotic
Pest Council (FLEPPC) and UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-Native Plants or
otherwise prohibited by state law shall not be installed.
5. Species Diversity: The use of a single species for more than fifty percent (50%)
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6. Operational Clearance: Landscaping shall be located and maintained so as not
to interfere with dumpster enclosure gates, vehicle access, collection
operations, required sight distances, or utility easements.
Administrative Relief: The City Planner, or her/his designee, may approve
alternative compliance where unusual lot configuration, easements, utilities, or
existing vegetation make strict compliance impractical, provided the intent of this
section is achieved.
Irrigation: Required landscaping shall be provided with a permanent, operational
irrigation system to ensure establishment and ongoing health.
Maintenance: Required landscaping shall be maintained in a healthy and growing
condition required to ensure the continued efficacy of the visual and acoustic barrier
for the life of the development. Dead, diseased, or missing plant materials shall be
replaced within sixty (60) days of notice by the City or as allowed by the Code
Enforcement Officer to accommodate an appropriate growing season.

(6)(b)Variance Waiver. The city council may grant a variance waiver from the location and
setback terms of these regulations, following the public notice, public hearing, and
review procedures established for variances in this code, and upon a recommendation by
the Planning and Zoning Board, when such variance waiver will not be contrary to the
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public interest and where, owing to special conditions of the lot, parcel or tract, the
placement of the dumpster in strict compliance with this section cannot be accomplished
or will render the dumpster effectively inoperable. Such waiver shall not be granted if
it has the effect of nullifying the intent and purpose of these regulations. Furthermore,
such waiver variance shall not be granted by the council unless and until a written
application for a waiver variance is submitted demonstrating the above-described
hardship the practical difficulty or unique spatial limitation. The variance application fee
shall be the same fee as a variance and paid at the sole cost and expense of the applicant,
which fee, cost and expense shall be set from time to time by the city council. In granting
any waiver variance, the council may prescribe appropriate conditions and safeguards in
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SECTION THREE Section 114-4 (Landscaping) of the City of Edgewood Code of
Ordinances is hereby amended as set forth as follows (note: additions are indicated by underline,
deletions are indicated by strikethrough, and portions of the Code that remain unchanged and
which are not reprinted here are indicated by ellipses (* * *):
Sec. 114-4. - General design and development standards.
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(6) Solid waste storage areas. A solid waste refuse facility shall be screened on three sides by a
six-foot high masonry wall if it is located within the building setback area or located in an area
visible to customers or from a public right-of-way.
(67) Screening walls. Walls on side property lines shall be no more than four feet in height
where it projects forward of the building setback line. Landscaping shall be provided in the
form of hedge and shrubs planted adjacent to the wall, and shall be equal to at least 25
percent of its length.
(78) Open storage areas. An open storage area shall not be permitted unless it is totally screened
from the public right-of-way and any adjacent properties. An open storage area shall be
screened by a six-foot high masonry wall or ten-foot wide landscape buffer. The landscape
buffer must be a minimum of three feet in height and 50 percent opaque at planting and be
capable of attaining a height of five feet and 75 percent opaqueness within 18 months.
(89) Merchandise display areas on properties zoned C-2 or C-3 and commercial components
of PD's. Merchandise display areas (e.g., garden centers) that are visible from a public
right-of-way shall be fenced by a vinyl coated chainlink or other decorative metal fencing.
Additionally, the merchandise display area shall be landscaped, integrated into the design
of the primary structure using landscaping adjacent to the perimeter, and utilize one of the
following techniques:
a. Masonry columns constructed of the same materials and color of the main building,
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b. A freestanding wall constructed of the same material, color, height and style of the main
building along the entire length of the fenced merchandise display area that covers at
least 50 percent of the fenced storage area.
(910) Landscaping of drive-through windows and lanes adjacent to or visible from public rightsof-way. An eight-foot-wide or five-foot-wide buffer (whichever is applicable) and of an
appropriate length shall be required. The buffer shall be a minimum of three feet in height
and 50 percent opaque at planting, be capable of attaining a height of five feet, and be 75
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SECTION FOUR Section 134-319 (PO Site development standards) of the City of
Edgewood Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as set forth as follows (note: additions are
indicated by underline, deletions are indicated by strikethrough, and portions of the Code that
remain unchanged and which are not reprinted here are indicated by ellipses (* * *):
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e. Refuse or solid waste disposal areas. Refuse or solid waste disposal areas shall be
provided and maintained in strict accordance with the standards set forth in Article III,
Section 30-49, Dumpster Requirements, of this code. and shall not be located in any
required front yard., or side or rear yard that fronts a public road, unless screened in
accordance with this chapter, as it may be amended from time to time. Uses obtaining a
certificate of occupancy prior to the effective date of the ordinance from which this
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SECTION FIVE Section 134-348 (C-1 Other requirements) of the City of Edgewood
Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as set forth as follows (note: additions are indicated by
underline, deletions are indicated by strikethrough, and portions of the Code that remain
unchanged and which are not reprinted here are indicated by ellipses (* * *):
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(b) Refuse or solid waste disposal areas. Refuse or solid waste disposal areas shall be provided
and maintained in strict accordance with the standards set forth in Article III, Section 30-49,
Dumpster Requirements, of this code. and shall not be located in any required front yard or
any side or rear yard that fronts a public road, unless screened in accordance with this chapter,
as it may be amended and replaced from time to time. Uses obtaining a certificate of occupancy
prior to the effective date of the ordinance from which this section is derived shall have six
months to come into compliance with this section.

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Outdoor storage. The open storage, whether temporary or permanent, of equipment, materials,
commodities shall be screened from view, or other goods is prohibited, except where such
equipment, materials commodities or goods are screened from view as defined herein. The
term "screened from view" shall mean not visible to an average person in the usual conduct of
residing upon and otherwise utilizing the any adjacent residential properties and streets
adjacent thereto not visible from any adjacent named streets. For example, such phrases would
not include the incidental sighting of the restricted objects (or activities) when being
expeditiously moved or repaired (if indoor repair is impractical, and if an appropriate screen
or other cover cannot be erected for any such activity which extends beyond one day). Also,
they shall not prohibit momentary testing which is otherwise reasonable as to time, nature and
duration. Likewise, these phrases shall not include the sighting of an object (or activities) made
by the use of binoculars, microphones, observations towers, parting or standing within one foot
of shrubbery or fencing, and similar invasive and unusual techniques of seeing, which an
average person would not utilize in the course of routine daily living. (See also section 134519, outdoor sales.) Commercially zoned properties shall not be required to screen outdoor
storage from adjacent alleys, railroad, or other industrial, or C-3 commercial properties.
(1) Prohibited storage. Prohibited storage shall include temporary overnight open storage of
equipment, materials, commodities, or other goods.
(2) Compliance with screening requirements. With respect to subsection 134-406(11), all
existing properties not in compliance with this section of the ordinance regarding screening
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SECTION SIX Section 134-376 (C-2 - Site and building requirements) of the City of
Edgewood Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as set forth as follows (note: additions are
indicated by underline, deletions are indicated by strikethrough, and portions of the Code that
remain unchanged and which are not reprinted here are indicated by ellipses (* * *):
Sec. 134-376 - Site and building requirements.
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(10) Refuse or solid waste disposal areas. Refuse or solid waste disposal areas shall be provided
and maintained in strict accordance with the standards set forth in Article III, Section 30-49,
Dumpster Requirements, of this code. and shall not be located in any required front yard, or
any side or rear yard that fronts a public road, unless screened in accordance with subsection
(11) of this section as it may be amended and replaced from time to time. Uses obtaining a
certificate of occupancy prior to the effective date of the ordinance from which this section
is derived shall have six months to come into compliance under this requirement.
(11) Outdoor storage. The open storage, whether temporary or permanent, of equipment,
materials, or other goods is prohibited, except where such equipment, materials, commodities
or goods are screened from view as defined herein. The term "screened from view" shall
mean not visible to an average person in the usual conduct of residing upon any adjacent
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residential properties and not visible from any adjacent named streets. For example, such
phrases would not include the incidental sighting of the restricted objects (or activities) when
being expeditiously moved or repaired (if indoor repair is impractical, and if an appropriate
screen or other cover cannot be erected for any such activity which extends beyond one day).
Also, they shall not prohibit momentary testing which is otherwise reasonable as to time,
nature and duration. Likewise, these phrases shall not include the sighting of an object (or
activities) made by the use of binoculars, microphones, observations towers, parting or
standing within one foot of shrubbery or fencing, and similar invasive and unusual techniques
of seeing, which an average person would not utilize in the course of routine daily living.
(See also section 134-519 "Outdoor sales.") Commercially zoned properties shall not be
required to screen outdoor storage from adjacent alleys, railroad, or other industrial, or C-3
commercial properties.
a. Prohibited storage. Prohibited storage shall include temporary overnight open storage of
equipment, materials, commodities, or other goods.
b. Compliance. With respect to subsection 134-406(11), all existing properties not in
compliance with this section of the ordinance regarding screening of outdoor storage
shall be considered a legal nonconforming use.

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SECTION SEVEN Section 134-406 (C-3 - Site and building requirements) of the City of
Edgewood Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as set forth as follows (note: additions are
indicated by underline, deletions are indicated by strikethrough, and portions of the Code that
remain unchanged and which are not reprinted here are indicated by ellipses (* * *):
Sec. 134-406 - Site and building requirements.
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(10) Screening provisions. Where a C-3 parcel abuts any residential district, a wall or solid fence
shall be provided along the abutting lot lines. The wall or solid fence (e.g., cement brick,
block, brick or concrete) shall be at least eight feet in height. No fence, wall or similar item
shall be maintained near any corner, driveway, street or intersection where traffic safety
would be impaired or create a traffic hazard, or any side or rear yard that fronts a public road,
unless screened in accordance with subsection (11) of this section as it may be amended and
replaced from time to time.
(11) Refuse or solid waste disposal areas. Refuse or solid waste disposal areas shall be provided
and maintained in strict accordance with the standards set forth in Article III, Section 30-49,
Dumpster Requirements, of this code. and shall not be located in any required front yard or
any side or rear yard that fronts a public road, unless screened in accordance with subsection
(11) of this section, as it may be amended and replaced from time to time. Uses obtaining a
certificate of occupancy prior to the effective date of the ordinance from which this section
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(12) Outdoor storage. The open storage, whether temporary or permanent, of equipment,
materials, or other goods is prohibited, except where such equipment, materials commodities
or goods are screened from view as defined herein. The term "screened from view" shall
mean not visible to an average person in the usual conduct of residing upon any adjacent
residential properties and not visible from any adjacent named streets. For example, such
phrases would not include the incidental sighting of the restricted objects (or activities) when
being expeditiously moved or repaired (if indoor repair is impractical, and if an appropriate
screen or other cover cannot be erected for any such activity which extends beyond one day).
Also, they shall not prohibit momentary testing which is otherwise reasonable as to time,
nature and duration. Likewise, these phrases shall not include the sighting of an object (or
activities) made by the use of binoculars, microphones, observations towers, parting or
standing within one foot of shrubbery or fencing, and similar invasive and unusual techniques
of seeing, which an average person would not utilize in the course of routine daily living.
(See also section 134-519 "Outdoor sales".) Commercially zoned properties shall not be
required to screen outdoor storage from adjacent alleys, railroad, or other industrial, or C-3
commercial properties.
a. Prohibited storage. Prohibited storage shall include temporary overnight open storage of
equipment, materials, commodities or other goods.
b. Compliance. With respect to subsection (11) (12) above, all existing properties not in
compliance with this subsection regarding screening of outdoor storage as of January 23,
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SECTION EIGHT Section 134-474 (ECD) of the City of Edgewood Code of Ordinances
is hereby amended as set forth as follows (note: additions are indicated by underline, deletions are
indicated by strikethrough, and portions of the Code that remain unchanged and which are not
reprinted here are indicated by ellipses (* * *):
Sec. 134-474. - Pre-existing uses and structures.
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b. Application submittals:
1. Site plan submitted in accordance with Code subsection 134-135(b), unless specific code
requirements are waived by staff in writing. In addition to Code requirements, the site plan
shall demonstrate the following:
i. Solid waste management/dumpster is provided in accordance with Code requirements
and not located forward of the imaginary line extended from the building's façade
facing a road. All dumpsters are set on a paved permanent surface of sufficient depth
and size to accommodate the type of dumpster and screened on three sides by a solid
opaque six—eight [foot] high enclosure constructed of brick, concrete, concrete block
or other decorative masonry, and is consistent with the architectural character of the
principal building or structure. The open end of the enclosure shall have a 100 percent
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due to sunlight, moisture, or wind, and with self-closing hinges. Dumpsters shall not
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SECTION NINE. The provisions of this Ordinance shall be codified as and become and
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SECTION TEN. If any section, sentence, phrase, word or portion of this ordinance is
determined to be invalid, unlawful or unconstitutional, said determination shall not be held to
invalidate or impair the validity, force or effect of any other section, sentence, phrase, word or
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SECTION ELEVEN. All ordinances that are in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby
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SECTION TWELVE. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this ______ day of _______________, 2026, by the City
Council of the City of Edgewood, Florida.

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PASSED ON FIRST READING: ____________________________

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RESOLUTION 2026-09

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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF EDGEWOOD, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF EDGEWOOD’S INTENT TO USE THE
UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM
ASSESSMENTS; DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF SUCH
ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING DIRECTIONS TO THE CLERK; AND
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

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WHEREAS, the City of Edgewood (the "City") is vested with home rule authority
pursuant to Article VII, Section 2 of the Constitution of the State of Florida and Chapter 166,
Florida Statutes, to adopt resolutions;

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WHEREAS, section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, authorizes local governments to collect
non-ad valorem assessments for any assessments levied pursuant to general or special law or
local government ordinance or resolution and provides a uniform method to elect to use such
assessments;

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WHEREAS, the City intends to use the uniform method for collecting non-ad valorem
assessments to collect fire services assessments beginning with the 2027-2028 fiscal year;

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WHEREAS, notice of the City’s intent to use the uniform method of collecting nonad valorem assessments was published in a newspaper of general circulation for four
consecutive weeks preceding the adoption of this Resolution;

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WHEREAS, the City held a duly advertised public hearing prior to the adoption of this
Resolution;

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WHEREAS, the City finds that the non-ad valorem assessment of fire services
assessments is in the best interest of the City and its citizens as such assessment method is fair to
all residents.

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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EDGEWOOD, FLORIDA, THAT:

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SECTION 1. RECITALS. The foregoing findings are true and correct material
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SECTION 2. AUTHORIZATION OF INTENT. The City Council hereby
confirms the City’s intent to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments
for stormwater utility fees commencing with the 2027 Ad Valorem Tax Bill and for each year
thereafter. A description of the boundaries of the properties subject to the levy of such
assessments is attached as Exhibit A. Adoption of this Resolution shall not be deemed to
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SECTION 3. NECESSITY OF NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS. The City
Council hereby confirms and determines that the levy of non-ad valorem assessments for
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SECTION 4. DIRECTION TO THE CLERK. The City Clerk is hereby directed to
furnish a certified copy of this Resolution, a copy of the newspaper advertisement, and proof of
publication showing the dates of publication to the Florida Department of Revenue, the Orange
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SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY OF INVALID PROVISIONS. If any one or more of
the covenants, amendments or provisions contained herein is held contrary to any express
provisions of law or contrary to the policy of express law, though not expressly prohibited, or
against public policy, or is for any reason whatsoever held invalid, then such covenants,
amendments, or provisions will be null and void and deemed severable from the remaining
covenants, amendments, or provisions hereof and will in no way affect the validity of any of the
other provisions of this Resolution.

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SECTION 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Resolution will take effect immediately upon
its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Edgewood, Florida on the
_______ day of _________________, 2026.

Richard A. Horn, Council President

ATTEST:

Sandra Riffle, City Clerk

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EXHIBIT A
AREAS SUBJECT TO ASSESSMENT
The entire corporate boundaries of the City of Edgewood on file in the City Clerk's office more
particularly described as:
BEGINNING at a point on the south line of Section 13, T23S, R29E, at its intersection with the
westerly shoreline of Little Lake Conway, run thence westerly along said south Section Line to
the easterly right-of-way line of Hansel Avenue (State Road 527 northbound); thence run
southeasterly along said easterly right-of-way line for 218.22 feet to a point of intersection with
the south line of the north 190.00 feet of Lots 1, 2 and 3 of J.J. Reaves Subdivision as recorded
in Plat Book "F", page 66, of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run N
89°46'46" E along said south line of the north 190.00 feet for 655 feet, more or less, to the
water's edge of Little Lake Conway; thence run southeasterly along said waters edge to a point
of intersection with the easterly extension of the south line of Lot 6, of said J.J. Reaves
Subdivision; thence run westerly along the said easterly extension of the south line of Lot 6 and
along the south line of Lot 6 for 612.68 feet, more or less, to the easterly right-of-way line of
Hansel Avenue (State Road 527 northbound); thence run southeasterly along said easterly rightof-way line to a point lying 15 feet east and 1130.45 north of the center of Section 24, T23S,
R29E; thence north along a line 15 feet east of and parallel with the center line of said Section
24, for a distance of 107.85 feet to a point; thence S 89° 38' 00" E, a distance of 84.00 feet to the
northwest corner of Lot 7 of W.M. Hansels Second Replat of Lot 1 of Harney Homestead as
recorded in Plat Book "L", page 74 of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; continue
thence S 89° 38' 00" E, along the north line of said Lot 7 to the northeast corner thereof; thence
south along the east line of said W.M. Hansels Second Replat, a distance of 220 feet, more or
less, to the southeast corner of Lot 4 of said W.M. Hansels Second Replat and being on the
northerly line of Lot 3 of W.M. Hansel Replat of Lot 1 of Harney's Homestead as recorded in
Plat Book "J", page 45 of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run east along
the north line of said Lot 3 for 15 feet to the northeast corner of said Lot 3; thence run south
along the east line of Lot 3 of said W.M. Hansels Replat for 122 feet to the northerly right-ofway line of Hoffner Avenue; thence westerly along said northerly right-of-way line of Hoffner
Avenue and its westerly projection for 1,020 feet, more or less, to its intersection with the
westerly right-of-way line of South Orange Avenue (State Road 527 southbound); thence
northwesterly along the westerly right-of-way of said South Orange Avenue to its intersection
with the south right-of-way the south right-of-way line of Mary Jess Road; thence westerly
along said south right-of-way line of Mary Jess Road for 51.45 feet, more of less, to a point of
intersection with the westerly right-of-way line of CSX Railroad, said point also being the
northeast corner of Force Four Commerce Center Subdivision, recorded in Plat Book 11, page
42, of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run southeasterly along said
westerly right-of-way line of CSX Railroad for 355.20 feet; thence run southwesterly along said
westerly CSX Railroad right-of-way line for 103.87 feet; thence run southeasterly along said
westerly CSX Railroad right-of-way line for 144.11 feet to the southeast corner of said Force
Four Commerce Center; thence continue S 14° 11' 20" E, along said westerly right-of-way line
of CSX railroad, a distance of 679.54 feet to the southeast corner of Mary Jess Commerce
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Orange County, Florida; thence run S 89° 36' 05" W along the south line of said Subdivision, a
distance of 602.90 feet to the southwest corner thereof, said point also lying on the east line of
Tract "A", Lake Mary Jess Shores Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 8, page 130, of the
Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run southerly along the easterly line of Tract
"A" being a cure concave westerly having a radius of 469.86 feet and a central angle of 06° 11'
14", for a distance of 50.74 feet, to the south line of a 50 foot wide Drainage Easement as
recorded in O.R. Book 1461, pages 236 through 242 and Minutes Book 63, page 692, of the
Public Records of Orange County, Florida, and being the south line of Tract "A" of said Lake
Mary Jess Shores Subdivision; thence run S 89° 36' 05" W along the south line of said Lake
Mary Jess Shores subdivision for 911.01 feet to the Southwest corner of the Northwest 1/4, of
the Northwest 1/4 of Section 24, Township 23 South, Range 29 Fast, also being the southwest
corner of said Lake Mary Jess Shores Subdivision; thence run westerly along the South line of
the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 23, Township 23 South, Range 29 East for 586
feet, more or less, to the West line of the East 586 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4
of said Section 23; thence run northerly for 660 feet, more or less, to the north line of the South
1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 23; thence run easterly along the
north line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 23 for 226
feet, more or less, to the southwest corner of Lake Mary Court, as recorded in Plat Book "Z",
page 64 of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run northerly along the west
line of said Lake Mary Court for 630 feet to the southerly right-of-way line of Mary Jess Road
and being the northwest corner of said Lake Mary Court; thence continue northerly for 30 feet to
the north line of said Section 23; thence continue northerly for 30 feet to the north right-of-way
line of Mary Jess Road as shown on the plat of Rockwood Estates, as recorded in Plat Book "X",
page 20 of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run easterly along the said
north right-of-way line of Mary Jess Road for 360 feet, more or less, to the east line of Section
14, Township 23 South, Range 29 East; thence run northerly along the east line of said Section
14, to the southeast corner of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 14, T23S, R29E; thence
westerly along the south line of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of said Section 14, to the southwest
corner thereof and being the SE corner of the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of said Section 14; thence
run westerly along the south line of the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of said Section 14 to the SW
corner thereof, being the NE corner of the SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of said Section 14; thence run
westerly along the north line of the SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of said Section 14 to the east line of
Block "A", Lake Jessamine Shores, as recorded in Plat Book "R", page 41 of the Public Records
of Orange County, Florida; thence run northerly along the east line of said Block "A" to the NE
corner of Lot 1, Block "A" of said Lake Jessamine Shores; thence run northerly along the east
line of the West 1/2 of the SW 1/4 of said Section 14 for 265 feet; thence run westerly for 880
feet to a point 265 feet north of the north line of said Lake Jessamine Shores; thence run
northerly for 685 feet; thence run easterly for 770 feet; thence run northwesterly for 491.19 feet;
thence run westerly for 1,154.15 feet to the west line of the NW 1/4 of said Section 14; thence
run northerly along the west line of the NW 1/4 of said Section 14 to the south line of Holden
Ridge, as recorded in Plat Book 27, page 81 of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida;
thence run easterly along the south line of said Holden Ridge to the southeast corner of Tract
"A" of said Holden Ridge and being the SE corner of said Holden Ridge; thence run northerly
along the east line of said Holden Ridge to the NE corner of Lot 106 of said Holden Ridge;
thence run westerly along the north line of said Lot 106 to the NW corner thereof; thence run
northerly along the east line of said Holden Ridge to the NE corner of Lot 110 of said Holden
Ridge; thence continue northerly along the northerly projection of the east line of Lot 110 of said
Holden Ridge to the north right-of-way line of Holden Avenue; thence run easterly along the

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north right-of-way line of Holden Avenue to the northerly projection of the west line of the East
1/2 of the NE 1/4 of Section 14, Township 23 South, Range 29 East; thence run southerly along
the northerly projection of the west line of the East 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of said Section 14 to the
NW corner of the East 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of said Section 14; thence run southerly along the west
line of the East 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of said Section 14 to the NE corner of the SW 1/4 of the NE
1/4 of said Section 14; thence run southerly along the east line of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 for
220 feet; thence run westerly for 10 feet; thence run southerly for 240 feet; thence run easterly
for 10 feet to a point 460 feet south of the NE corner of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of said Section
14; thence run southerly along the west line of the East 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of said Section 14 to
the SW corner of the East 1/2 the NE 1/4 of said Section 14 also being the NW corner of the NE
1/4 of the SE 1/4 of said Section 14; thence run easterly along the north line of the NE 1/4 of the
SE 1/4 of said Section 14 to the NE corner thereof and being the NW corner of Tract "I", Lake
Jessamine Estates as recorded in Plat Book 18, pages 17 and 18 of the Public Records of Orange
County, Florida; thence run northerly along the west line of Section 13, Township 23 South,
Range 29 East to its intersection with the south boundary line of Virginia Avenue, as shown on
the plat of Hobbs Subdivision with Gatlin at page 177 of Miscellaneous Book Four, of the
Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence continue northerly along the west line of said
Section 13 the south line of Lot 20, "Allotment of the Randolph Land Fort Gatlin", Plat Book
"C", page 58, of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run easterly along the
south line of said Lot 20, Randolphs, to the westerly right-of-way line of CSX Railroad; thence
run northwesterly along the westerly right-of-way line of CSX Railroad to its intersection with
the south right-of-way line of Holden Avenue; thence westerly along said south right-of-way
line of Holden Avenue to a point lying 30 feet, more or less, south of a point lying 264 feet east
of the west line of the SE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of Section 11, T23S, R29E; thence run
northerly 60 feet, more or less, to the north right-of-way line of Holden Avenue; thence north to
the south line of the NE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of said Section 11; thence N 89° 53' 59" W
along the south line of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of said Section 11, a distance of
264 feet to the southwest corner of said NE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of SE 1/4, Section 11; thence N 00°
14' 28" E, along the west line of said NE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of SE 1/4, also being the east line of
Holden Estates Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 9, page 16 of the Public Records of
Orange County, Florida, for 662 feet, more or less, to the NW corner of said NE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of
SE 1/4, said corner also lying on the south line of Tract "A" of said Holden Estates Subdivision;
thence S 89° 53' 25" E, along the south line of said Tract "A" a distance of 396.88 feet to a point
on the westerly right-of-way line of the CSX Railroad; thence run N 11° 22' 23" W along said
westerly right-of-way line for 147.98 feet, more or less, to the southeast corner of Lot 59, said
Holden Estates Subdivision; thence run N 89° 53' 25" W along the south line of said Lot 59 for
275.00 feet; thence run N 61° 40' 44" W along the south line of said Lot 59 for 115.79 feet to the
easterly right-of-way line of Forrestal Avenue; thence run northerly along said easterly right-ofway line along the arc of a curve concave northwesterly, having a radius of 190.00 feet, through
a central angle of 39° 43' 38", for 131.74 feet; thence run N 11° 24' 23" W along the easterly
right-of-way line of Forrestal Avenue for 231.65 feet to the northwest corner of said Lot 59;
thence run S 89° 50' 22" E along the north line of said Lot 59 for 328.62 feet to the westerly
right-of-way line of the CSX Railroad; thence run S 11° 22' 23" E along said westerly Railroad
right-of-way line to the north line of the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 11,
Township 23 South, Range 29 East; thence run east along the north line of the NE 1/4 of the SE
1/4 of tile SE 1/4 of said Section 11 to the east line of said Section 11; thence continue east
along the north line of the SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 12, Township 23 South, Range 29
East to a point on the north line of the SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 of Section 12, 723S, R29E, said point

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being 465 feet, more or less, east of the east right-of-way line of South Orange Avenue (S.R.
527); thence continue easterly along the north line of the SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 12,
T23S, R29E, to a point lying 594 feet west of the east line of said SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 thence
southerly 330 feet, more or less, to the westerly extension of the centerline of the canal
connecting the easterly and westerly portions of Lake Jennie Jewel; thence easterly along the
said extension and the centerline of said canal to the north line of Lot 15, Allotment of the
Randolph Lands, as recorded in Plat Book "C", page 58, of the Public Records of Orange
County, Florida; thence run easterly along the north line of said Lot 15 to the northeast corner
thereof, being the most Northerly corner of Oak Cove, as recorded in Plat Book 6, page 118, of
the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run S 45° 00' W, along the easterly line of
said Oak Cove, a distance of 700 feet, more or less, to the most northerly corner of Lot H, Plat
C.O., as recorded in Chancery Order Book 145, page 620, of the records of Orange County
Circuit Court dated September 4, 1952; thence run southeasterly along the northerly line of said
Lot H to a point of intersection with the northwesterly corner of Lot G of said Plat C.O.; thence
run S 35° 30' E along the northeasterly line of said Lot H to the most easterly corner thereof,
also being the north corner of Lot 10, O.S. Robinson Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book "G",
page 136, of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run southerly along the east
line of said Lot 10 of O.S. Robinson Subdivision for 50 feet to the southeast corner thereof, and
being the northeast corner of Lot 18, Gore's Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book "F", page 41,
of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run southerly along the east line of said
Lot 18 of Gore's Subdivision to the north right-of-way line of Gatlin Avenue; thence run
southerly for 30 feet, more or less, to the centerline of Gatlin Avenue; thence run westerly along
the centerline of Gatlin Avenue for 60.5 feet, more or less; thence run southerly for 30 feet, more
or less, to the south right-of-way line of Gatlin Avenue; thence run westerly along the said south
right-of-way line of Gatlin Avenue to the northeast corner of Lot 15, Gore's Subdivision, as
recorded in Plat Book "F", page 41, of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run
southerly along the east line of said Lot 15 to the southeast corner thereof, lying on the south
line of the North 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 13, Township 23 South, Range 29
East; thence run easterly along the south line of said Gore's Subdivision and the south line of the
North 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of said Section 13 to the east line of the NW 1/4 of
Section 13, T23S, R29E; thence continue east along the north line of the South 1/2 of the NW
1/4 of the NE 1/4 of said Section 13 for 929.64 feet to the southeast corner of Lot 13, Fort Gatlin
Heights as recorded in Plat Book "K", page 130 of the Public Records of Orange County,
Florida; thence continue east for 60 feet to the southwest corner of Lot 1, Pine Harbor Point as
recorded in Plat Book 6, page 68 of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run
east along the south line of said Pine Harbor Point for 970.11 feet to the west right-of-way line
of Vaughn Avenue, Waterwitch Club, as recorded in Plat Book "K", page 69 of the Public
Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run south along the west right-of-way line of
Vaughn Avenue for 660.50 feet; thence run west for 1,960 feet, more or less, to the southwest
corner of the NW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of said Section 13; thence run southerly along the east line
of the NW 1/4 of said Section 13 to a point of intersection with the westerly projection of the
north line of Harbour Island Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book 1, page 131 of the Public
Records of Orange County, Florida; thence run east along the westerly projection of the north
line of said Harbour Island Subdivision and along the north line of said Harbour Island
Subdivision to the northeast corner of said Harbour Island Subdivision; thence run south along
the east line of said Harbour Island Subdivision for 323.9 feet to a point on the northeasterly line
of Lot 1-A of said Harbor Island Subdivision; thence run S 54° 27' E along the northeasterly line
of said Lot 1-A to the easternmost corner of said Lot 1-A; thence run S 35° 33' W along the

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southeasterly line of said Lot 1-A to the most southerly corner of said Lot 1-A and lying on the
northeasterly line of Lot 1 of said Harbour Island Subdivision; thence run S 54° 27' E along the
northeasterly line of said Lot 1 to the elevation 86.4 contour line, being the shoreline of Little
Lake Conway and the easternmost corner of said Lot 1; thence run southwesterly along the
elevation 86.4 contour line and the shoreline of Little Lake Conway to the southeast corner of
Lot 22 of said Harbour Island Subdivision; thence run southerly across the canal connecting
Lake Gatlin and Little Lake Conway to a point on the Northerly line of Lot 11, "Mandalay
Shores", as recorded in Plat Book 3, page 37 of the Public Records of Orange County, Florida,
lying S 76° 49' 32" E a distance of 97.53 feet from the northwest corner of said Lot 11 and being
on the elevation 86.4 contour; thence run southeasterly, southerly and southwesterly along the
elevation 86.4 contour line and the westerly shoreline of Little Lake Conway to the intersection
of the shoreline of Little Lake Conway with the south line of Section 13, T23S, R29E and being
the point of beginning.
All lying and being in Orange County, Florida.

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Edgewood Police Department
City Council Report
September 2026
Incident Type
Assault/Battery
Auto Burglaries
Code Compliance
Reports
Commercial Burglaries
DUI Arrests
Felony Arrests
Homicides
Misdemeanor Arrests
Residential Burglaries
Robbery
Sexual Battery
Theft
Traffic Accident
Traffic Arrests
Traffic Citations
Traffic Warnings
Warrant Arrests

August
0
0

September
1
0

14
0
0
3
0
1
0
0
0
2
7
3
196
158
2

9
1
0
0
0
5
0
0
0
0
14
3
180
128
2

Section , Item 1.

Department Highlights:
•
•

9/9/2026 – Annual all-employee meeting (PD)
9/15/2026 - Chief attended FMIT training on Analytics to Improve Officer Decision-Making

•
•
•

Brian Hoffman completed Field Training
Gilda Castellon joined EPD as our newest officer
Training and soft rollout of Prism payroll system (electronic paysheet)

Reporting Dates: September 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026

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Section , Item 1.

Memo
To:

Mayor Dowless and City Councilmembers Horn, Lomas, McElroy, Santurri, and Steele

From:

Sandra Riffle, City Clerk

Date:

October 16, 20206

Re:

City Clerk Report

1. Upcoming Event Dates
 Trunk or Treat – Friday, October 24th, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
 Santa Fly-In – Friday, December 4th, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
2. Audit Status Update
a. Workers' Compensation Audit (FY 2025/2026): The Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Workers'
Compensation Audit is currently underway. Sandy is collaborating with Peter Contreras from the
Florida League of Cities (FLC) and providing the requested documentation. The audit is
expected to be completed by the end of November 2026.
b. Financial Audit (FY 2024/2025): The Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Financial Audit initial fieldwork
is also in progress. The Carr, Riggs & Ingram (CRI) audit team is scheduled to return to City
Hall in mid-December to gather information. Last year’s process was smooth, and we expect this
year to be the same.
3. 2027 Municipal Election Planning
The 2027 Municipal Election is scheduled for Tuesday, March 9, 2027. Council Member seats
currently held by Casey McElroy and Beth Steele will be up for election.




The official election calendar will be included in the November Council agenda packet.
The qualifying period for candidates will be Monday, November 30th through Friday, December 4th ,
2026 at Noon.
The City website will be updated to provide comprehensive information and resources to assist
prospective candidates in preparation for the election.

4. Business Tax Receipt Renewal Update
78% of Edgewood’s businesses have renewed BTRs. As of October 1, late fees apply. Delinquent
notices were sent out the week of October 9th.
5. HB 1329 Update

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Section , Item 1.

Memo
To:

Mayor Dowless and City Councilmembers Horn, Lomas, McElroy, Santurri, and Steele
City Attorney Drew Smith

From:

Sandra Riffle, City Clerk

Date:

October 16, 20206

Re:

City Clerk Report

Bill 1329 introduces strict state-mandated standards for local government budget transparency and publishing.
While the handout outlines specific submission deadlines, There are two major administrative mandates that
require Council’s awareness and coordination:
1. Expanded Technical & Website Formatting Requirements
HB 1329 moves local government web compliance far beyond simply uploading a basic PDF budget document.
Because these standards are technically complex, IT Manager Scott Zane’s role is essential to this effort. We are
working closely together on the implementation, infrastructure, and ongoing web maintenance required to meet
these state mandates.
On our official website, we are now required to maintain and display:
 Six Years of Comparative Financial Data: Every posted budget (tentative, adopted tentative, and
final) must detail the proposed fiscal year, the current fiscal year, and the prior four fiscal years.


Granular Functional Breakdowns: Budgets must contain detailed narrative summaries, graphical
trend illustrations, debt obligations, capital project summaries, and expense breakdowns down to the
department, division, and program/functional levels.



Quarterly Compensation Reports: We must post downloadable, searchable summaries of employee
compensation (including names, job titles, and salaries) on a recurring quarterly schedule.



Strict Posting Retention & Web Calendars: Tentative budgets must go up at least 5 days prior to
public hearings and remain online for 45 days. Final adopted budgets and budget amendments must
remain accessible for at least 5 years. Additionally, our annual Budget Development Calendar must be
published online by January 30 each year.



Technical Requirement: All budget files and financial reports must be non-scanned, OCR textsearchable PDFs accompanied by machine-readable data exports (CSV/Excel).



Retention Policy: Minimum 5-year online archive for all final adopted budgets and budget
amendments.

2. Mandatory 10% Budget Reduction Workshop Exercise
HB 1329 mandates that Council participate in a formal 10% Budget Reduction Exercise prior to final budget
adoption:
 The Goal: The exercise requires identifying strategies to reduce the upcoming proposed budget by 10%
compared to the current year without compromising essential public services (such as police or public
safety) or legal obligations.

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

Action Required: While the law does not require us to implement these spending cuts, the exercise or
a complete recording/documentation of the workshop must be published on our website at least 14 days
prior to final budget adoption.



Scheduling: This dedicated public workshop session will be scheduled well ahead of our FY 2027–2028
budget adoption deadlines.

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Florida HB 1329 Compliance: Website Reformatting & Implementation Guide

Section , Item 1.

Part 1: Statutory Overview & Compliance Calendar
Key Mandates (HB 1329 / Ch. 2026-161)
 Effective Date: January 1, 2027.
Recurring Compliance Calendar
Trigger Date

Required Website Action

Technical / Format Requirement

January 30
(Annually)

Post Annual Budget
Development Calendar

Interactive HTML table + PDF/iCal calendar

Jan 30 / Apr 30 / Jul
30 / Oct 30

Post Quarterly HR & Travel
Summaries

Downloadable CSV/PDF with employee
names, titles, base pay, and travel expenses

14 Days Before
Budget Adoption

Post 10% Budget Reduction
Scenario

Scenario analysis document + embedded
video/audio recording of Council workshop

5 Days Before
Public Hearing

Post Tentative Budget &
Proposed Amendments

Text-searchable PDF (must remain live for at
least 45 days)

Within 30 Days of
Adoption

Post Final Adopted Budget &
Amendments

Full searchable budget document archived in
the 5-Year Web Repository

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Part 2: Joint IT & Finance Implementation Checklist

Section , Item 1.

Phase 1: Site Architecture & Infrastructure Setup
Task / Action Item

Lead Role

Technical Standard

Status

Build Transparency
Landing Page

IT
Manager

Create direct portal (e.g., /financialtransparency).

[]

Global Header & Footer
Links

IT
Manager

Add direct link titled "Financial
Transparency (HB 1329)".

[]

Open Data File Hosting

IT
Manager

Configure downloads for both text PDF and
CSV/Excel files.

[]

5-Year Retention Folder

IT /
Finance

Set up directory archive for budgets and
amendments.

[]

Phase 2: Technical Standards & Accessibility
Task / Action Item

Lead Role

Technical Standard

Status

OCR Searchability
Mandate

IT
Manager

Verify all uploaded PDFs are searchable text (no
scanned images).

[]

CSV/Excel Export
Integration

Finance /
IT

Provide machine-readable table links alongside
reports.

[]

ADA Title II
Compliance

IT
Manager

Ensure charts/tables have proper contrast and alttext tags.

[]

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Part 3: Web Portal Architecture & Layout

Section , Item 1.

Page-by-Page Content Requirements
1. 6-Year Budget Trend Page:
o

Narrative summary with graphics.

o

Comparative financials spanning 6 total fiscal years (4 prior years + current year +
proposed budget year).

o

Departmental spending breakdowns, organizational charts, and per-resident spending/debt ratios.

2. Quarterly HR Disclosures Page:
o

Searchable/downloadable list of employee names, job titles, base pay rates, and travel expense
summaries for all funded positions.

3. 10% Reduction Scenario Page:
o

Published scenario analysis modeling operational impacts under a 10% revenue reduction,
accompanied by Council workshop audio/video recordings.

4. Debt & Reserves Page:
o

Full breakdown of bond/loan debt obligations, fund balances, and general reserve levels.

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