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CASSELBERRY CITY COMMISSION Minutes of September 28, 2020 — Regular Meeting Page 12 of 18 lift stations, inventory control and vehicle maintenance, and due to aging of the buildings, many of which were at least sixty years old, and limited space there was a need to completely renovate the facilities to bring the City into the future and allow for safety and efficiencies in the services provided to the City's residents. He noted that this project had been in the planning stages for many years and the project would be challenging as it would have to be done in phases in order for operations to be continuous during the construction and would take nearly two years to accomplish. He added that due to the age of the buildings many did not meet current standards for electrical and wind loads. He explained that the project was needed so the Public Works Department would be in a position to continue to provide the services that the community already depended on. Budget Impact: The final budget requested for FY 2020-2021 for the City of Casselberry remains at $82,695,700. Recommendation: The City Manager and the Finance Director recommended approval of Resolution 20- 3200 adopting the final operating budget for the City of Casselberry for the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 totaling $82,695,700. Public Hearing: Mayor Henson stated this was a public hearing to hear and consider comments and questions regarding Resolution 20-3200, final operating budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Mayor Henson opened the floor for public participation. The following individuals came forward to address Resolution 20-3200. 1. PIs. Magdalena Mesa, 530 Marigold Road, questioned whether maintenance, replacement and repairs had not been done in the past sixty years, and expressed concerns about the timing of the Public Works compound project and why it was necessary to expend the large amount needed to completely renovate the facility at this time. Mayor Henson and Commissioner Meadows clarified that some but not all of the buildings dated back sixty years and maintenance and repairs had been done, but many were not up to today's standards for electrical and hurricane resistance. 2. Ms. Rhonda Ovist, 220 South Embrey Drive, also questioned why the construction of the new Public Works compound was now a priority, noting that many residents had homes from the 50's and were able to keep them updated and livable. She also inquired about the bidding process for the project stating she felt that if the bidding process was available for review it might provide additional helpful information. No one else came forward to address Resolution 20-3200. Mayor Henson closed the public hearing relative to Resolution 20-3200. MOTION: Commissioner Busch moved to approve Resolution 20-3200 establishing a final operating budget for the City of Casselberry totaling $82,695,700 for Fiscal Year 2020-2021, as presented. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Aramendia. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote 5-0. C. First Reading of Ordinance 20-1539 — Amending the Future Land Use Map Designation for Properties Located at 3110 Howell Branch Road and 3128 Orava Lane (LPA 20-10)