City Council - Regular Meeting

Thank you. Thank you.

Good afternoon and welcome to the September 14th, 2026 meeting of the Orlando City Council. We're going to begin today's proceedings with the invocation and the pledge led today by Commissioner Bakari Burns.

All right. Thank you, Mayor. And if you're so inclined, please bow your heads and join me in a word of prayer. Gracious God, we come before you this day with humble and grateful hearts. We pause first to remember 25 years ago on a clear September morning, our nation was struck by tragedy and thousands of lives were taken from families who still carry that loss today. We ask your continued comfort for those families and we ask that the memory of the fallen never fade from our country's conscience and that we never forget. We lift up those who ran toward the danger that day, the firefighters, the police officers, the paramedics, the ordinary citizens who became heroes. And we lift up those who answer that same call in our city today. Watch over Orlando's first responders. Guard them as they guard us. Give them steady hands, clear minds, and a safe return to the ones who love them. Now, Lord, we turn to the work before this body. Grant us wisdom that is greater than our opinions and patience that is greater than our differences. Let every decision made in this chamber be weighed by one question. What is best for the residents we serve? in every neighborhood and every district across the entire city bless our mayor our commissioners our staff and every resident who has come to be heard today may our deliberations honor the trust placed in us these and other blessings we ask in your name amen amen

indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

Okay, Madam Clerk, we're going to call the meeting to order. Would you call the roll and make the termination of a quorum, please?

Commissioner Keene? Here. Commissioner Ortiz? Here. Commissioner Chapin? Here. Commissioner Sheehan? Here. Commissioner Rose? Here. Commissioner Burns?

Here.

Mayor Dyer?

Here.

Mayor, you have a quorum with all members present.

Okay, first order of business is the minutes from August 10th, 2026 City Council and agenda review and workshop meetings. Motion by Commissioner Ortiz. Second. Second by Commissioner Chapin. All in favor indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed? And so the motion carries. That brings us to awards and presentations. First up is Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15th through October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month. And it gives us, our community, the opportunity to celebrate the rich heritage and cultures and contributions of Hispanic Americans to our nation, state, and city. And as we kick off this month, we want to thank our city staff on our Hispanic Heritage Month committee. and the sponsors who are organizing many events we also want to recognize commissioner ortiz for his leadership and this year the celebration is especially significant because it marks 20 years that we have been celebrating hispanic heritage month luis martinez will come and share with us an overview of the events luis

Thank you, Mayor. Good afternoon, Mayor Dyer, city commissioners, and residents. Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from September 15th to October 15th to celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic individuals whose ancestors are from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. To honor the remarkable contributions of our Hispanic community, this year's National Hispanic Heritage Month theme is Unidos Somos Mas, Together We Are More, which highlights unity, resilience, and the collective impact of Hispanic and Latino communities. Our planning committee has enthusiastically prepared a variety of events for Hispanic Heritage Month as we celebrate the 20th edition of this festivity, which has become a beloved and highly anticipated landmark event in our region. Our events include the opening reception of an art exhibition tomorrow, September 15th, at 5 p.m. at City Hall, Rotunda, and Terrace Gallery, which features art pieces by 27 local visual artists. and our community celebration event on October 12th at 5 p.m. at Marriott Downtown Orlando. Both events will feature an official ceremony hosted by Mayor Dyer and Commissioner Ortiz, followed by live Latin music, entertainment, and authentic food. We look forward to these events and hope you can all join us. For more information, you can visit our dedicated website, orlando.gov slash hispanic heritage.

Okay, and I have a proclamation that I would like to read. Whereas the city of Orlando joins in the national recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month to showcase the contributions and accomplishments of Hispanic Americans. And whereas Hispanic Americans have made a lasting impact on the United States, helping make our nation, state, region, and community stronger. And whereas in Orlando, Hispanic Americans represent numerous and distinct cultures, shaping our community in a vibrant and welcoming way. And whereas this year's National Hispanic Heritage Month theme is Together We Are More, which highlights the unity, resilience, and collective impact of Hispanic and Latino communities. And whereas we celebrate the 20th edition of the City of Orlando's Hispanic Heritage Month events. And whereas we recognize Hispanic Heritage Month. Our community reaffirms its collective commitment to ensuring that Orlando remains a welcoming city where every person is valued, respected, and has access to opportunities that help them thrive. Now, therefore, we, Buddy Dyer, Mayor of the City of Orlando and the entire Orlando City Council, hereby do proclaim September 15th through October 15th as 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Orlando.

At this moment we invite the Hispanic Heritage Month planning committee and sponsors to join Mayor Dyer and our Orlando City Council for a group picture. Thank you.

Have you been to the clinic? Yeah they're great.

Okay, I have a couple additional general items. So I would also like to invite the community and especially those who have served in the armed services to our Veterans Advisory Council's POW MII recognition ceremony, which is this coming Friday on September 18th at 1030, the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center. It's an annual event that honors our country's prisoners of war and their families. It's a very moving tribute, and if you haven't been to one of these, I would encourage you to come on out on Friday, and there's more information at orlando.gov. And just two or three things on the consent agenda. Item 3B2 is a contract for arborist consulting, tree removal, which is exciting because it is hurricane season. And there's a lot of homeowners that have big, beautiful trees that are anxious and may not have the financial circumstances to be able to choose TREE MAINTENANCE OVER THEIR DAILY EXPENSES AND CITY WORKERS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO GO ON PRIVATE PROPERTY TO ASSIST HOMEOWNERS. HOWEVER, WE HAVE A $350,000 GRANT FROM THE URBAN SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR'S NETWORK THAT WILL ALLOW US TO HIRE PRIVATE CONTRACTORS WHO CAN HELP. TODAY, THOSE CONTRACTS ARE IN THE CONSENT AGENDA. LOOK FORWARD TO THE APPLICATION PROCESS. ITEM 3C1 IS PEADMONT YARD APARTMENTS AND WE CONTINUE TO WORK WITH OUR UNLOCK ORLANDO INITIATIVE FOR ADDITIONAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES. TODAY'S AGENDA HAS AN AGREEMENT WITH THE ORLANDO NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION TO HELP US MOVE With homes in Holden Heights, the Piedmont Yards apartments will turn a former city storage lot into 75 new apartments for low-income residents. And then finally, 3G1 is a $10 million Accelerate Orlando funds grant to the Coalition for the Homeless to help support the construction of the new Center for Women and Families. with that we will move on to the consent agenda which is a number of items that are acted upon through a single vote of council we give each of our council members the opportunity to comment on items on the consent agenda as well as uh up to update you on important happenings from their districts we rotate the order that we do that and first up today is commissioner burns

All right. Thank you, Mary. And good afternoon, fellow commissioners and everyone in attendance. First, I'd like to say thank you to OPD and OFD for the excellent manner in which you all held the 9-11 remembrance ceremonies. But also thank you for what you do to keep us safe right here in our great city day in and day out. Also, this past weekend, I joined the Carver Shores Neighborhood Association and Neighborhood Watch for their prayer breakfast and national night kickoff at Poppy Park. It was a wonderful morning of prayer, fellowship, conversations as residents came together to pray for our city, our neighborhoods, our leaders, but also to prepare for a national night out. Mayor Dyer, I just want to remind you and my fellow commissioners that Carver Shores took first place last year. And speaking with her, the president, Ms. Shirley Heath, who's there here today, they're definitely thinking about a repeat. So Carver Shaw is for the repeat. Also stopped by the fourth annual Black Business Expo hosted by the Pedals of Hope Foundation at the Grand Avenue Neighborhood Center. And it was great to see so many minority and small businesses that came together and received support, showcasing their products and services, making connections. within the community. Also, on the same day, I attended the Big Sisters Incorporated Community Baby Shower and Resource Fair at the Dr. James R. Smith Center. And this was an opportunity for local families to connect with helpful resources and receive support for parents and babies. We have a few upcoming events and opportunities. This Thursday, September 17th, is Senior Casino Day at the Dr. James R. Smith Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. We invite our seniors to come out and enjoy an afternoon of games, fellowship, and fun. Also, our Holden Heights Community Meeting will be happening this Thursday as well, September 17th at 6.15 at the Grand Avenue Neighborhood Center. Residents are invited to meet their neighbors, discuss what's happening in the community, and learn how they can get involved with the Holden Heights Neighborhood Association. Also, Saturday, September the 19th, we'll have the second annual Sickle Cell Awareness Walk from 8 a.m. to noon at the Carver Middle School. Sickle Cell Conquerors of Central Florida is bringing the community together to raise awareness and support individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease. And then also on Saturday, September 19th, 8.30 to 10.30, we'll have the fourth annual Orlando Lakes Cleanup. And this is Keep Orlando Beautiful is inviting volunteers to help clean up the area and protect our community's natural spaces. We'll be focusing at Eagle's Nest and Lake Fran. My satellite office hours are second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and our next office hours will be Wednesday, September the 23rd. Residents can call my office to get an appointment to meet with me outside of City Hall. Also, Mayor, in an effort to enhance our engagement and communication, I'll be kicking off Let's Talk District 6. First Thursdays with Commissioner Burns held every first Thursday of the month beginning October 1, 2026. This will be a time for residents to connect across the district. and hear directly from me on issues that are of concern for the residents of District 6. During these meetings, we'll highlight businesses and nonprofits that serve District 6 and beyond. And our first meeting will focus on the city's budget, which we'll be talking about at 5.01 today. as well as Amendment 3, the Homestead Tax Exemption, Ballot Initiative, and other voting-related information. Let's Talk District 6, first Thursday with Commissioner Burns, will take place at the L. Claudia Allen Center at 6 p.m. Mayor, on the agenda, I wanted to express my support for 3A2, the Citizens Advisory Appointments and Reappointments, and just say thank you to... You all who've committed to give of your time and talents to help shape the future of our city. We can't do this work without you. Also, city consent to assignment and assumption of agreement for affordable housing, rental housing development at Piedmont Yard that the mayor mentioned. As was mentioned, this is a 75-unit development offering one, two, three, and four bedrooms. That's being developed by ONIC. on the city's previous dumpster box art location. We're eager to get this development started as the old dumpster box art has been cleaned up since 2021. So we're excited about that funding. Also supportive of 3D12 funding agreement between the city of Orlando and Junior Achievement. for their JA BizTown, which combines in-class learning with visits to assimilated towns. So excited to support the activities of Junior Achievement. 3E1, First Amendment to the Orlando After School All-Stars and the City of Orlando Partnership Agreement. and we've had this arrangement for about 25 years with the after school all-stars program who work in partnership with the city to provide comprehensive youth development programs that keep our children safe and get them prepared to succeed in school and life so uh proud to support that as well also 3g1 conditional grant agreement and declaration of restricted government covenant for the coalition for the homeless for their new center for women and families This new facility will have transitional housing, a wellness center, and other supportive resources designed to help facilitate independence of the women and families that are served there. I see their fearless leader, Brad Butterstein, here with some of his members of his team, as well as our former city clerk, who I believe serves on the board. So thank you for all that you do for our most vulnerable citizens. And that's all I have, Mayor. Thank you.

Thank you, Commissioner. Commissioner Keene.

Good afternoon, Mayor. Thank you very much. Over the past several weeks, been another busy stretch here in District 1. I want to take a moment to highlight some of the work that's been happening across the community. I had a chance to get behind the scenes and look at some infrastructure that keeps our region moving. I toured the FAA airport tower at Orlando International with GOA, as well as a waste management construction recycling facility. I Bet you can figure out which one I enjoyed more. So much of what makes Orlando work happens behind the scenes, and I appreciate the professionals who keep our airport, our transportation system, and our waste infrastructure operating every day. Transportation remains the biggest concern I hear from District 1 residents, so I was especially pleased to host a joint transportation town hall with Orange County Commissioner Maribel Cordero. Bringing city and county partners together to hear directly from residents is an important part of finding solutions to the traffic challenges we have today. I also toured the Children's Safety Village to learn more about programs and resources that they provide to help keep our youngest residents safe. Education and our young people remain a major priority as well. I had the opportunity to speak at State Representative Johanna Lopez's intern summit, and I'm always encouraged when I get time to spend with young people who are thinking about public service and their future. It was an honor to participate in the 204th anniversary of Brazilian Independence Celebration here at City Hall, celebrating the contributions of Orlando's Brazilian community. As we head into Hispanic Heritage Month, I look forward to continuing to celebrate the cultures, traditions, and contributions that make Orlando such a diverse and vibrant city. Last Friday, I had the opportunity, and I'll just echo Commissioner Burns, to attend the 9-11 memorial associated Orlando Fire Department, Orlando Police Department, these are important opportunities to remember the lives lost on September 11th and to honor the courage and sacrifice of first responders who answered the call that day. One of the most important things I've been doing recently is personally visiting every school in District 1 to observe morning drop-off and afternoon pickup. Rather than simply looking at a map or a traffic study, I wanted to see these challenges firsthand Along with my OPD liaison officers, we've been reviewing traffic patterns, congestion points, and opportunities to improve vehicle flow around our schools, and I look forward to continuing these site visits in the coming week. Looking ahead, much more is happening in District 1. This week, I'm hosting a document shredding event with OPD. I'll be visiting KPMG. I'll be attending the Lake Nona Chamber of Commerce State of Medical City this Friday, as well as the POW MIA celebration here at ACROSS THE WAY AT DPAC. THESE OPPORTUNITIES ARE IMPORTANT. IT'S ABOUT GETTING OUT IN THE COMMUNITY, LISTENING TO RESIDENTS AND LEARNING FROM OUR PARTNERS AND SEEING FIRSTHAND WHERE WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. AND FINALLY, ON TODAY'S CONSENT AGENDA 3D12, I WANT TO HIGHLIGHT THIS AGREEMENT WITH JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF CENTRAL 4. RIGHT HERE IN THE CHAMBER WE HAVE BOARD MEMBER Fred Kittinger, who's well-known, as well as our program manager, Fran Corsack. Thank you guys for coming this afternoon. Programs like Junior Achievement gives young people practical tools and exposure to financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career readiness. Investing in our young people is one of the best investments we can make in Orlando's future, and I'm proud to support this partnership. There's a lot of good work happening in District 1. I'm grateful to everyone from our city staff and community partners, residents, and volunteers who continue to make that work possible. With that, Mayor.

Thank you, Commissioner. Commissioner Ortiz.

With all that being said, I don't think I want to say anything else. Just kidding. Well Mayor, on August 11th, I welcome a new group of residents for the next session of the Government Academy. Another group of people wanting to learn more about government, especially in this day and age when there's so much controversy, so much ambivalence and most people don't understand what in the world is going on anyway from the federal government to the state government. Let's leave the local government aside from that. We're the ones who know what's going on. On August 14th, I joined Mayor Dyer, my fellow commissioners, instead of the city address. Mayor, great presentation. Thank you. Thanks. Thank you. It's good to see that our city's still thriving. So, the evening of August 20th, I joined District 2 neighborhood leaders and community partners for another important conversation about public safety and transportation. We received an update from Orlando Police Department Lieutenant Tammy Edwards, who did a great job on District 2 crime stats and public safety trends, followed by a discussion with Senior Bike Pit Planner Daphne Green in the City Smarts Program, Vision Zero Orlando, and efforts to promote safer streets for all. September 3rd, Ability Housing broke ground on new development in Rosemont. Congratulations to the commissioner. 96 affordable apartment homes to the community, expanding access to safe affordable housing, creating more opportunities for individuals and families. So every gain in every district is a gain for the whole city, and we celebrate as a community. September 10th, I had the opportunity and the privilege to give a presentation to the Dover Green Condominium Association in Amendment 3. JUST TO TEACH THEM ABOUT THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE POSSIBILITIES IF AMENDMENT 3 WAS TO PASS, WHAT'S GOING TO HAPPEN IN THE CITY? IF IT DOESN'T PASS, WHAT'S GOING TO HAPPEN IN THE CITY? AND IF PEOPLE WOULD LIKE TO PAY MORE ATTENTION TO THE ACTUAL INSURANCE HIKES, WHICH IS WHAT WE SHOULD BE PAYING ATTENTION INSTEAD OF AT LEAST AT THE LEGISLATURE. Morning of September 10th, I joined seniors of the Englewood Neighborhood Center for the Hispanic Heritage Celebration, or in the traditions, culture, contribution of Hispanic community. Just like we're going to be celebrating for the rest of the month. This was a great celebration. I'll just love to see seniors celebrating. They know how to celebrate. We have so much to learn. YOU KNOW, HAD A GREAT TIME AND THE SINCERITY AND THE HUMOR AND JUST THE GOOD INTENTIONS OF SENIORS WHO HAVE LIVED THROUGH SO MANY THINGS AND WE JUST, AS I SAID BEFORE, WE HAVE SO MUCH TO LEARN. IT'S GOOD TO HAVE TO SPEND TIME WITH THEM. SEPTEMBER 11TH, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY IN REMEMBERING THE LIVES LOST ON SEPTEMBER 11TH, JUST LIKE THE OTHER COMMISSIONER SAID. IT WAS A VERY SAD DAY COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 11TH. Good note I took of that is the fact that we join as a family, put our differences aside to commemorate these people that lost their lives. And I just hope for our nation that we spend more time doing that, just thinking about the good things we have. in common instead of the bad things that happen among us and the division that we have because of political reasons and whatnot. At the end of the day, the needs of the people have a party label, and they just need commitment, right? We need to keep thriving out there, teaching people and empowering people with the knowledge of how to navigate government. But it's not a task just for those who are at the dais, it's a task for each and every one of us as residents, as citizens, of our city, state, nation. There's so much, I'm not gonna call it ignorance, I'm gonna call it lack of knowledge about government and people get fanatical about these things. And I think it's a time for us to really reflect WHAT WE HAVE IN OUR NATION, WHAT WE HAVE GOT, YOU KNOW, WHAT WE HAVE ATTAINED THROUGH THE DECADE, THROUGH THE CENTURIES, AND IT'S TIME FOR US TO JUST PUT DIFFERENCES ASIDE AND START WORKING TOGETHER. AND WITH THAT, MAYOR, THAT'S ALL I HAVE.

THANK YOU, COMMISSIONER. COMMISSIONER CHAPIN. THANK YOU, MAYOR. THANK YOU, COMMISSIONERS. THANK YOU TO THE RESIDENTS WHO ARE HERE TODAY AND LISTENING ONLINE. I also enjoyed attending this 2026 State of the City. It was a fantastic spotlight on all the work happening across our city and a well-deserved acknowledgement of the staff who make it happen. It was a great love letter to our city employees and I love seeing their interaction. I enjoyed a tour of the Leonard and Marjorie Williams Family YMCA. Thank them for hosting me on a tour. It's a truly impressive facility and offers opportunities for residents of all ages. I saw Sammy, the first dog, bronzed at the entranceway there. Last weekend, we announced the District 3 Bird Photography Contest. You don't have to live in District 3, Commissioner Burns. You can jump right in. District 3 is a wonderful place to observe wildlife and interacting with our urban environment and its natural beauty. The contest is open to photographers who live within the city of Orlando until December 15th. We'll be hosting a gallery of the top 12 selected photos in February of 27 at Faith Hearts Village, Orlando. I'd like to thank local artist Jim Hobart for curating this event and to Flynn Dobbs for helping me bring this idea to life. I enjoyed attending the Sit and Stitch event at Rosemont. The Neighborhood Center runs an excellent weekly senior program, and if you know me, you know how much I love crafting. I also attended the Village of Pine Hills groundbreaking with Mayor Dyer, Orange County Mayor Demings, and several of my fellow commissioners, and many leaders from around Central Florida. I'd like to thank Ability Housing for bringing this project to life. I'm thrilled to see more affordable housing in District 3. A special shout out to McCree General Contractors, another District 3 business that are celebrating their 100 years in business here in Orlando.

They'll be helping with that project.

Friday marked 25 years since September 11th terrorist attacks. that changed our nation forever. I was fortunate to attend the Central Florida Hotel Lodging Association Patriots Day Remembrance Breakfast. I had an opportunity to attend the Orlando Police Department Memorial Ceremony. Thank you, Chief Eric Smith and guest speaker Clint Bruce. Orlando Fire Department also hosted a beautiful and powerful ceremony that evening. Thank you, Chief Teamer, for hosting us. That day reflected the collective compassion we saw in the aftermath of the attacks. I'm grateful to everyone who helped create these important moments of remembrance. Special thanks to Michelle Dawsey and code enforcement, including OPD and OUC, for helping me over the last couple of weeks with a very difficult code enforcement matter. Upcoming, we have the Florida Parks and Rec FPR is hosting a community meeting this Thursday to gather feedback on future improvements at Trotters Park in District 3. The meeting will be held on September 17th at the Lakeside Reception Hall. A big thank you to the Orlando Professional Firefighters Association and Doug Zaben for partnering with us and providing that space. I'd also like to congratulate item 3G1, congratulate the Coalition for the Homeless and the new Center for Women and Families. Brad, the CEO, is here, Atlanta, other board members. Brad was just a volunteer less than a year ago, I think, and now he's a CEO, and he's bringing it home. So wonderful work, Brad. Thank you very much. Mayor, that's all I've got. Thank you.

Okay. Thank you, Commissioner. Commissioner Sheehan.

Thank you, Mayor Dyer. And Jokita, are we ready to go? Maybe? I know this is a little unusual, y'all, but Jokita Johnson is an amazing artist. I got to meet and know Jokita. We took a stained glass class together. And she has taken it to a whole other level. She was one of the featured artists in downtown when United Arts did their downtown artist series, which was wonderful. Joaquita's story is absolutely inspirational. She is a person who has had tremendous personal difficulty, but has turned it into beauty. And she's one of the most inspirational and positive people I know. And it's my pleasure to introduce some of the things that Joe Kate has been doing. I want to thank Cory Knight and Public Works because we've been able to do, and also FPR, because we've been able to do some special projects in the Colonial Town neighborhood as a result. And without further ado, I'd like Joe Kate to show her beautiful art that she's been doing throughout my district.

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So what we compiled was videos as well as photos of the Garden Plaza installation. Let's hit past that. OK. So we have several members of the community came out during the install as well as after the install to give their compliments on being thankful for the public art. Throughout the whole two weeks of installations, we got lots of visitors, lots of thanks to the city, thanks to Commissioner Sheehan for providing the public art, the beautiful art in Garden Plaza. So many of the members that were on the board in the community also came out and also I've been asked to come to the upcoming community meeting. This is a photo here of the 100 hearts, and it's called Hearts Desire, the installation. So it's 100 hearts, and there's a heart for everyone. So we're bound to find a heart that we really love on this public art installation. This is the full view of the completed roundabout in Garden Plaza. It has really slowed down traffic going around that roundabout, which the roundabouts are supposed to slow people down, but they don't always do that, so traffic stops. Actually, lots of walker-bys, the dog walkers, it makes it healthier because it draws people to walk to the central part of this neighborhood. It was a complete joy, even with construction. Everybody who passed by couldn't miss the wall. So public art is very important in our communities for the artists as well as for the people in the communities. It increases the property values, and it also makes people healthier spiritually, mentally, and physically. Thank you.

Thank you so much, Tokita. And she also did some work over at one of our parks as well in Colonial Town. And I just think that public art is so very, very important. And a lot of times what we don't think about is people who don't have access to museums, people who don't have the ability to go to them. Public art is for everyone. And so I just wanted to thank Joquita so much for her great artwork. Again, I'm so sorry that the videos didn't show.

The audios didn't show, however. Excuse me, Commissioner. Let's see if we can get this.

But we hear so much negativity. She looks so beautiful.

Thank you for making that our neighborhood. Oh, thank you.

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So this lady here, she was so choked up, she was crying because she was so thankful for the artwork. And as you said previously, this makes it access to everyone so it doesn't close. You don't have to pay. And it changes the lives of even those that are without homes. They love public art. and they love to be able to speak to it. And if you have an opportunity to get out to the corner of Spokane and Montana, there is a public artwork there, a monument in the park entrance, and it is very well received and visited. Thank you.

Thank you so much, Chiquita. I'd like to take a moment to recognize a very important person in Orlando that I would walk by frequently every time I'd go downtown. Milton McKnight passed away. And he was actually a beautiful, I call him a fixture in downtown Orlando because Milton suffered from cystic fibrosis. He was in a wheelchair. The whole time I've known him, he's either been selling flowers or giving people a smile in downtown Orlando. And Milton never begged. Milton wanted to give somebody something for what he was getting. It didn't matter how sick Milton was. It didn't matter how bad of a day Milton was having. He always had a smile on, and he also gave a smile to everyone that he interacted with. And, you know, I mean, I think that we really lost a really important part of downtown Orlando with the loss of Milton. Live to be 72 years old, which you usually don't get to when you have cystic fibrosis. So I think it's really important to honor Milton. We're working with the Downtown Arts District to possibly do a mural so that Milton can stay in downtown forever because he belongs there. So Godspeed Milton, we miss you. And thanks for giving me a smile every time I walk downtown Orlando. On the agenda today, we have the Pulse Memorial Master Plan. Glad to see that moving forward. Business assistance for Coffee Sutra. I know that's going to be a great addition. Also, Palmet, 735 North Thornton. We're going to see what Manish Patel brings, what fabulous new development Manish brings. He always does great things. Unfortunately though, that funding is going to wipe out the CRA funding for facade grants and things like that. And there is no funding next year for facade grants in historic neighborhoods. I've been very upset about doing away with the historic district in downtown, and now the CRA funding for historic neighborhood facade grants is being taken away as well. Our history is important. These historic buildings and these historic neighborhoods add character and charm to our city. We should not be disincentivizing the very things that make Orlando special. When I travel, I don't go to the largest I want to see their historic resources. All of us, when we travel, we go to other cities, we want to see historic resources. And we need to support historic resources in our historic neighborhoods, they're important. And because of this, I'll be voting no on the CRA budget because I feel that we need to prioritize this kind of funding. It's wrong to say we don't have any money when we spend millions and millions of dollars on other projects that benefit developers, and we don't invest in our people. So I hate to take it from a very positive to a negative, but I think it's important to talk about these things because I represent the historic neighborhoods, most of them in downtown Orlando, and we shouldn't be disincentivizing uh our history that's all i had mayor thank you thank you commissioner commissioner rose

everyone in the audience, mayor, commissioners. It's been a busy few weeks here in District 5, serving, celebrating, and connecting with our community. I've been to a lot of the events with my colleagues. I'm not going to repeat them all. I did want to highlight a few events and activities. I joined Light Orlando for their fourth annual Hunger Project, where we worked hard to pack one million meals for families in need. If you're looking for a way to get involved, check out Volunteer Opportunities with Light Orlando. Kidney health is really important in our community, and I want to thank our legacy with AdventHealth for continuing to host kidney screening events and bringing awareness and resources directly to our residents. Orlando is a beautifully diverse community, and I was proud to celebrate a combined Independence Day celebration at Ocala's supermarket, honoring the culture and contributions of Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago. I want to thank the National Entrepreneur Center for a wonderful Built to Win Summit and for sharing valuable tools and resources to help businesses succeed. I want to thank Belinda and the entire team for their continued commitment to our small businesses. Can't wait for them to be here before the year is out in downtown Orlando and Creative Village. Congratulations to the Global Chamber of Commerce, its founding sponsors, partners, and leadership on an exciting new chapter opening their headquarters right here in downtown Orlando. I was honored to join a special book signing celebration, Celebrating Justice by Brenda Batten. This book shares Brenda's voice, her work and powerful story she has chosen to tell. Get your copy today and learn more about Brenda's journey. Enterprising Black Orlando hosted an amazing Legacy Lives Here luncheon celebrating the impact and legacy of black leaders here in our community. I was super proud to join Luis and Mayor Demings for the African Leaders Council for the ninth annual African Heritage Month celebration kickoff. Our diversity is very strong and our commitment to our community partners is very important here in the city of Orlando. I want to thank Keep Orlando Beautiful for hosting late cleanups throughout our city. I appreciate every volunteer who showed up to make a difference. There are still more opportunities to get involved over the next couple of days. Check out orlando.gov slash KOB. I want to thank Heart of Florida, United Way, Orlando City, Stocker, Orlando Pride, and every volunteer who showed up last week and helped with our Born Learning Trail installation at the Callahan Neighborhood Center. I want to give a special thank you to FPR for the quick turnaround for helping to bring this project to life. You should check it out. This is our opportunity where we use art to do little learning tips for our young ones. For those who don't know, the Callahan Center is now an elementary only facility. So this is our way with shapes, colors, numbers, letters. And one of the things that a resident brought up while I was out there is that I should think about doing scripts. So I'm going to reach out and see if we can do some cursive writing for our young ones. I want to thank Manny Soto, the American Red Cross 104.5 The Beat for joining me at the Boys and Girls Club this past Friday to educate our young people about hurricane preparedness. Preparedness starts with knowledge. I want to thank our Downtown Orlando Partnership, Downtown Development Board, and community partners for hosting Employee Appreciation Week. I need you all to put it on your calendar. There is coffee and a lot of fun for the rest of the week throughout downtown. And this is our way of telling our downtown employees that we appreciate you. It's a small token of appreciation. And look out, you might be able to meet our hometown mascots if you check the calendar. I'm grateful to every partner, volunteer, organization, and resident who continues to show up and help make our community stronger. This is what community looks like, people coming together, serving, celebrating, and creating opportunities for one another. Now onto the agenda. I am glad to support 3B7 as we improve signalization on Church Street from John Young to Garland Avenue, 3C4. I am super excited as we continue to bring small businesses into downtown Orlando. So our latest to join us is Ensemblish Wine LLC, the retail space at 139 East Pine Street. For those that don't know, there's a spot right by the library parking garage. And so this is our opportunity to really bring the community creative space together. So Orlando is known for creatives and So this will be a hub and a home as we continue to do arts and culture and diversity in downtown. 3G1, really glad to see moving the coalition forward. And under CRA, I am excited for us to be selecting BeFree. For those who don't know, just give a snippet of history. BeFree is really strong in supporting small businesses. And as you know, making sure people know what is available

and downtown will be important so part of their app and their programming is to tell about the businesses here in downtown and i move to approve the agenda mayor dyer second motion by commissioner rose second by commissioner burns all in favor indicate so by saying aye aye those opposed and so the motion carries and if you are just here for your item that was on the consent agenda now would be a good time while we take a 30-second break to leave the chamber Yeah. I'll tell you afterwards. Okay, if there's no objection, I'm going to go out of order and take item 9B under hearings, which is the public hearing with respect to GOA's preliminary budget for, David, if you'll hold on, I'm going to. Help out our friends from GOA get back to running, making sure the airplanes are on time by getting them out a little quicker. So this is GOA's preliminary budget for fiscal year 2027. And we have representatives here, Stephanie Copalucas, who is our chair, Joe Nunziata, who is our vice chair, Marie Dennis, who's the interim chief financial officer, and Reynolds, who's a senior manager for finance, administration, and strategic projects. So on August 19th, GOA adopted a resolution approving its fiscal year 2027 preliminary budget. The preliminary budget for Orlando International Airport is $968,495,000. The preliminary budget for Orlando Executive Airport is $4,480,000. In accordance with section 12 of the city charter, GOA has submitted the preliminary budget to city council for review during a public hearing. Notice of this hearing was advertised on September 4th, 2026. The hearing is informational and the city council does not TAKE ANY ACTION AT THIS POINT. I UNDERSTAND YOU DON'T WANT TO OR WOULD NOT LIKE TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A PRESENTATION. SO WE WILL LEAVE THAT RESPONSIBILITY OF YOU AND WE WILL ASK IF THERE IS ANYONE FROM THE PUBLIC THAT WOULD LIKE TO COMMENT ON THE DOA BUDGET. I HAVE NO REQUEST TO DO SO. ARE THERE COMMISSIONER COMMENTS? Hearing none, then we will close the hearing and excuse you from attendance. Thank you for being here. Okay, David, now we will revert back. Without objection, we will recess the city council meeting and we will convene the CRA meeting. How about I take the first three? So 4A is CRA advisory minutes from July 22nd. Motion by Commissioner Rose. Second. Second by Commissioner Chapin. All in favor indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. 4B is CRA minutes, August the 10th. So moved. Second. Motion by Commissioner Chapin, second by Commissioner Rose. All in favor indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. And for C is Downtown Development Board CRA Advisory Board Budget Workshop meeting minutes from August the 19th. So moved. Second. Motion by Commissioner Rose, second by Commissioner Chapin. All in favor indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed? No. And Commissioner Sheehan is a no, but the motion carries. All right, David, you are up on the proposed budget and resolution. And Commissioner Sheehan had a question during an agenda review, which I misspoke on first time in 23 years, but I get one every 23 years or so. So I will let you correct the record in that regard.

Sure, happy to. Good afternoon, Mayor. Good afternoon, Commissioners. So item 4D, this is our 2026-2027 proposed budget and resolution. So the proposed budget for the CRA for this next coming fiscal year is $48,682,182. The item that Mayor was pointing to from before was our facade program funding. So with that being said, our facade program is still going to remain active, but there is not a budgetary amount that is being allocated to it for this next year due to overall reductions in the amount of funding that the CRA has. But the program is still created and we would potentially have opportunities to provide funding in that regard should changes be made either through our monetary contributions THERE HAVE BEEN YEARS WHERE WE'VE GOTTEN UPDATES TO OUR BUDGET OR VICE VERSA HAD INTEREST EARNINGS. WE COULD ALWAYS CONSIDER ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR THAT PROJECT OR ANY PROJECTS AT THAT TIME.

SO MOVED.

MOTION JUST A SECOND. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ROSE. SECOND. SECOND BY COMMISSIONER CHAPIN. COMMISSIONER ROSE AND COMMISSIONER SHEIN.

So I'd like to say this. We have sat down and did a CRA vision plan since 2014 in the CRA. It's really sad that we have voted on projects throughout the years and we get to a voting part when no one thought while we were planning out these projects and developments and staff work hard to bring every elected individual up here's visions into reality. that we get to a point that facade funds have not been allocated, that we get to a point where we don't want to support an agenda and we don't want to support a fiscal budget within the department. That is unfair for the hard work that staff and David has been, within the CRA, for since 2014 it's really sad that we've gotten to this point we've had months if there was a if there was a disdain or a project needed to be shifted or changed my opinion it should have been done over the last couple of months we don't get to budget here in time the hard work that staff including the budget office we don't get we shouldn't get to the point where we're at the day of voting to say we have a disdain for not having certain facade funding we could have moved projects around we could have reworked projects we just voted on 34 million dollars for the canopy so there are a lot of projects that we've had more than ample time if we wanted to rework numbers to move line item and budget and dollars around for facade program we should have had that we should not wait to the date of budget to say that we're dissatisfied with the budget and i thank you david and the entire budget office and cra staff for all of the hard work that you continue to do i look forward to all of the projects that we will continue to accomplish WE WILL NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO DIMINISH THE HARD WORK THAT HAPPENS IN THIS OFFICE, IN THIS CITY HALL AND DOWNTOWN.

Well, I'm not trying to diminish anyone. I'm just saying there's a concern that was brought up by my historic neighborhood association folks over the weekend because they had a chance to review the budget and saw that it was not funded. To say that this process is so transparent is kind of ridiculous since I just found out that right before a meeting, a little less than a week's notice, that we are doing away with the downtown historic district so i mean to say that there's this huge amount of transparency is ridiculous i've been on this council more than longer than anyone else i've never seen things like this happen and i think i should be able to as the commissioner who represents the historic district to bring us up as a concern Yes, we're spending $48 million. The amount of money that went into the facade grants is de minimis in comparison. And I don't understand why facade grants, which these historic neighborhoods in the CRA have paid into for many, many years since the CRA has started, Lake Eola Heights and Thornton Park have paid into the CRA. And to say that, well, it's still there, it's just not funded, is pretty disingenuous as far as I'm concerned. So, yeah, I'm voting no today on the budget because I've been informed that this is a concern. I was misinformed earlier today when I brought it up at the 1 o'clock. We could have had a chance to try to work it out. And I was told, nope, you don't have any money. Well, I mean, you know, that's not the way things should work. And I think there's been a lot of sneaky stuff happening, and I don't approve of it. And the only chance I get to express my disapproval is with my vote. So that's why I'm voting no. I think we should prioritize historic preservation. I got outvoted on that. And now the funding is being taken away from our neighborhoods. I don't think that's fair. So this is the only chance I get to express my concern is through this vote today. And at no time, and knowing how important historic preservation is, did anyone make me aware that this project was going to be cut. It was in there. It just wasn't funded. I think that's sneaky. And I think it's wrong. And I don't think there's a way we should be doing business. And that's why I'm voting no. Thank you.

Commissioner, you have to take briefings to get information. OK, discussion? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion, indicate so by saying aye.

Aye.

All those opposed? Are you no?

No.

No, okay.

Okay, motion carries. 4E, David.

Thank you, Mayor. Item 4E, this is our DDB CRA cost share agreement. This is our annual agreement where the DDB compensates the CRA for their appropriate amount of administrative costs. This year, that amount is $1,038,119 of the CRA's total cost of just over $2.8 million. And I'm happy to address any questions.

Motion by Commissioner Rose. Second. Second by Commissioner Chapin. Questions or discussion? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed? Motion carries. 4F.

For F, this is our 2026-2027 city services agreement. So this is the agreement where the CRA compensates the city for services from various staff members or services that the CRA utilizes. There's actually three transactions happening in this agreement. The initial one is just over $1.4 million that the CRA is providing to the city. Then there's some additional costs for additional staffing that the CRA is compensating the city for at about $429,000. But there are, as well, some costs that CRA staff are providing to the city of 361. So that will be a return payment to the CRA. And I'm happy to address any questions.

Motion by Commissioner Rose. Second by Commissioner Chapin. Discussion? Questions? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion, indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Opposed? Motion carries. 4G.

This is the CRA's annual agreement with Downtown Orlando Inc. More formally known as the Downtown Orlando Partnership. So they are our partners in Employee Appreciation Week. Employee Appreciation Week with Commissioner Rose spoke about earlier today. This specific agreement is for our two signature events that the CRA partners with them on. They are Golden Bricks as well as State of Downtown. And the amount of funding is the same as it was last year at $100,000. And I'm happy to address any questions.

Second.

Motion by Commissioner Rose, second by Commissioner Chapin. Questions or discussion? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. OK, 4H.

So item 4H, this is our 2026-2027 Homeless Outreach Funding Agreement with the Health Care Center for the Homeless. We have partnered with the Health Care Center for the Homeless for over 10 years, specifically for the HOPE team, which are two individuals back home in the streets of downtown engaging with those who seem to be unhoused and try to connect them with services and move along their path to self-sufficiency. This is a tri-party agreement. The CRA contributes $120,000 for that service. HSN provides $35,000. And then the Health Care Center for the Homeless covers all other costs associated with the program. And I'm happy to address any questions.

Do you want to take a motion on that, Commissioner Burns?

LET'S GO AHEAD AND GET THE MOTION BEFORE US, COMMISSIONER. SUMMER. SECOND. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ROSE, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER CHAPIN. COMMISSIONER BURNS.

UH YES THANK YOU MAYOR UH AS YOU'RE AWARE FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS I'VE SERVED AS THE PRESIDENT CEO OF THE HEALTHCARE CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS I HAVE FILED FORM 8B MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT WITH THE CITY CLERK AND WILL BE ABSTANDING FROM VOTING ON THIS ITEM THE ARRANGEMENT TO SUPPORT AND FUND OUTREACH PROGRAMS TO ASSIST PERSONS IN REGAINING SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND MINIMIZING THE IMPACTS OF HOMELESSNESS ON RESIDENTS

BUSINESSES WITHIN THE WITHIN THE AIR PREDATES MY TIME ON THE COUNCIL AND NONE OF THESE RESOURCES GO TOWARDS MY COMPENSATION THANK YOU COMMISSIONER THE FURTHER DISCUSSION HEARING NONE ALL IN FAVOR THE MOTION INDICATES SO BY SAYING AYE AYE IT WAS OPPOSED SO THE MOTION CARRIES NOTING COMMISSIONER BURTON'S ABSTENTION FROM THE VOTE FOR AYE

Thank you, Mayor. So for I, this is the advisory committee ranking and authorization for the chief procurement officer to negotiate a contract for on-demand transportation services, or more commonly known as our ride DTO services. They're the yellow vehicles that ultimately will pick you up and take you point to point anywhere within the downtown CRA. We released a new RFP because we wanted to continue this program. We've had a lot of success with it. We've had over 72,000 guests moved around on that service since its inception and have received over a nearly 5.0 customer satisfaction rating. So we had a public RFP. We had two finalist firms. One was BeFree LLC, the other was Circuit Transit. We're excited to say that we're ready to offer a new contract to them. It's just over $800,000 a year, just over 2.4 for the three year period. Some exciting new components of the new system. One which seems small, but I can tell you from hearing from our seniors is very big. is that with a tech company, oftentimes we refer to use our phones anytime that we want to request a ride or something of that nature. We will actually have a phone service so anyone can use, but especially those in our senior communities have asked for a way to be able to call in and ask for a ride. We'll be activating that. In addition to that, all the vehicles will now be air conditioned. So that's a big hit, especially during the summertime. We'll have all air conditioned vehicles. In addition to that, we will be extending hours. So it's been a big request that our current hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. be extended to a little bit longer to accommodate people who are coming for dinner downtown or coming to an event. So our new hours will be 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. And I'm happy to address any questions.

Motion by Commissioner Rose, second by Commissioner Chapin. That's a great report. I had thought about a lot of seniors probably don't know how to access something digitally.

Yep, they brought it to our attention, so. All right, noting that I am a senior, but probably use that app.

All in favor of the motion, indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. Okay, and 4J.

So the final item on the CRA is Amendment 4 to our contract with Universal Protection Service. They are the group that operates our ambassador service. So they do a number of things for our downtown residents, visitors, and employees, in addition to also providing outreach services. to kind of help additionally cover the areas of those less fortunate within downtown. And we have been utilizing them as well to augment our clean team, especially in the use of Santigars and porters due to the increase in events that we've had. This year, the contract amount is proposed at $971,653.28, and that is a decrease over last year's amount as we look at fine-tuning their services.

Motion by Commissioner Rhodes, second by Commissioner Chapin. Discussion? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion, indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed? So the motion carries. OK, any further business to come before the CRA DDB?

There is not, Mayor.

Then we will stand adjourned, and we will convene the Neighborhood Improvement District.

Good afternoon, Mr. Chairman, members of the board. The first item I have for you today is the city service agreement between the city of Orlando and the South Downtown NID Neighborhood Improvement District. It is for administrative and professional services, and the total is $5,496. And I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Questions? Is there a motion? Second. Motion by Commissioner Sheehan, second by Commissioner Burns. Discussion? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion, indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. All right, 5B.

OUR SECOND ITEM FOR TODAY IS AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE DOWNTOWN SOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT AND THE DOWNTOWN SOUTH MAIN STREET ORGANIZATION. THIS IS FOR $30,000. THIS HELPS FUND DIFFERENT COMMUNITY EVENTS IN THE SODO NID DISTRICT THAT CONCUR WITH THE MASTER PLAN OF THE DISTRICT. It is also a reimbursement program with the Main Street, but I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Once again, it is for a total of $30,000 for the year.

So moved.

Motion by Commissioner Chapin, second by Commissioner Ortiz.

Sorry, Commissioner Sheehan, I wasn't paying attention. Okay, so moved. I'll take yours a second. All right.

Okay, let the record reflect the motion was made by the District 4 Commissioner and seconded by the District 3 Commissioner. Discussion? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Opposed? Motion carries. Okay, and the last I can take, which are meeting minutes from June the 10th. Motion.

Second.

Motion by Commissioner Sheehan, second by Commissioner Chapin. All in favor indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. Any further business come before the NID?

That'll be all, Mr. Chairman.

Okay, thank you. Then we will stand adjourned and we will, without objection, reconvene the City Council meeting. And that brings us to... Item 9A, which is a hearing on the 2025-26 Red Light Camera Annual Summary Report. I'll now open the public hearing regarding the City of Orlando's Red Light Camera Summary Report for fiscal year 2025-26 as required by Florida Statute 316.0083. 26th red light camera summary report has been submitted to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. And this hearing is informational with no city action. At this time, I will call on our Orlando Stops Traffic Safety Manager, Ray Rodriguez, to present the city's red light camera summary and provide the required statistical information.

Right yes, good afternoon. Mister mayor and good afternoon to all city commissioners and city citizens who are here in attendance also as you said the 2025 2026 really camera summer report is a fiscal year for the state of Florida which covers July 1st 2025 to June 30th 2026. This comes out of Florida statute 316 0083 parentheses for where requires for the city of Orlando red light camera program to disclose some information on the revenue of the program. So little short summary is approximately a 500 signal eyes intersection in the state of Florida. 45 of these intersections Am I in the right? Let's see. There you go. Okay. So there are 45 cameras in the city of Orlando. 25 of these intersections are in our jurisdiction and are monitored by camera. That's actually fewer than 5%. THE CAMERA LOCATIONS ARE DETERMINED BY, OF COURSE, WHEN THERE IS A HEIGHTENED SAFETY RISK, WHICH THE LARGEST HEIGHTENED SAFETY RISK IS, OF COURSE, T-BONE CRASHES, WHICH IS ALSO KNOWN AS ANGLE CRASHES. THESE ARE THE ONES THAT ARE MOST FATAL, ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE IS SOME SPEED INVOLVED. violations that were issued for the calendar year 2025 2026 july 1st to june 30th is 60 000 and 93 violations were issued by the city of orlando orlando stops and 74 of those were contested and 54 of those were upheld now if you look at the numbers you're going to wonder where does those don't add up well some people asked for a hearing and it was recorded as a hearing in the hearing but they go and pay. They'll change their mind and say, hey, you know what, it's not worth it, or I showed it to my friend or my buddy or a family member, and they said, you know what, I saw the video, so that's why the numbers are different there. The notices that were dismissed were two, so those who went to court, 74 and 2 were dismissed by the hearing officer so out of 60,000 and 93 notice that we issued the paid amount was 42,392. if you read now on the on the right hand side distribution and collections the city of Orlando collected 3.578 million and the state of Florida collected 3.518 million The operational course. Once it's factored is factored out the remaining was approximately $400,000. I'll break down how the contributions are distributed. So 421 921 to the trauma center. 127 176 went to brain injuries and trust fund and spinal cord injuries and 2.9 67 440 went to the Department of Revenue, which is of course the state of Florida. The next one is is basically just the same information, but it's a flow chart. The distribution of funds. And I'm open for any questions or public comment. Okay, question or comment from the commissioners?

Commissioner Sheehan, Commissioner Ortiz.

Ray, it says that the portion that goes to the state of Florida goes to the Department of Revenue. That just goes to their general revenue fund, they get to use it for whatever they want to? Yes, absolutely. Wow, it would be nice if they use more for trauma centers and yeah. Yeah. Things that's really necessary as opposed to just taking most of the money off the top and using it basically for whatever they want to. When we have to pay for most of the operations and we only get less than half a million dollars to actually spend on our traffic safety programs and everything like that. And I remember when we were trying to lobby this, it was really hard to get the state to come on board until I realized, it seems until I realized how much money they were going to be able to make from it. But you're doing a great job, I just wish more money was going to actual safety programs. and things like that, just rather than just going into a state budget where we really don't know how it's being spent. But you all do a great job. It's really amazing that out of all of these, all of the people were upset when we first started doing this. And they're saying, oh, this is just a moneymaker for the city, which clearly it's not because that money is going to the state. But you're only having two contested notices out of over 60,000 violations. That's a really good job. So thank you so much. I know you're keeping our streets safer because we've seen how much of a reduction are these T-bone crashes at these intersections?

Yeah, and including pedestrian fatalities. Right now, for years, the city of Orlando, as you know, were number one. We were number one for quite some time. And now, according to Dangerous by Designs, we're 18th. I mean, we see the progress because of Vision Zero and the Orlando Stops. And, of course, Laura doing a great job. She's in the audience here. AND SO WE'RE DEFINITELY MAKING SOME SHRIVES. SOME SHRIVES. SOME SHRIVES. YES, THANK YOU. YES, THANK YOU. YES, THANK YOU. COMMISSIONER ORTIZ? COMMISSIONER ORTIZ? COMMISSIONER ORTIZ? THANK YOU, MAYOR.

THANK YOU, MAYOR.

THANK YOU, MAYOR.

THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT JOB YOU THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT JOB YOU THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT JOB YOU GUYS ARE DOING. GUYS ARE DOING. GUYS ARE DOING. I KNOW IT'S NOT AN EASY TASK. I KNOW IT'S NOT AN EASY TASK. I KNOW IT'S NOT AN EASY TASK. I THINK I HEARD YOU EXPLAINING I THINK I HEARD YOU EXPLAINING I THINK I HEARD YOU EXPLAINING THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THOSE they decided that they found themselves to be wrong. But there's 18 of them missing. Should we put another classification for those that they are self-incriminated and decide to, so we know that everything accounts for? That's one question. The other question is, It says notice of violations issued 60,093, right? Right. And then it shows issue as uniform traffic citation 16,153. And then you have notices of violation paid 42,392. There's still 1,548 missing.

Right, so let me break that in further. So a uniform charge of dictation is actually payable at the Orange County Clerk of Court, not at the City of Orlando, because it's a second stage.

Can't hear you.

I'm sorry. So Uniform Traffic Citation, where it says Uniform Traffic Citation 16,153, those are going to the clerk of courts at Orange County. So those are paid at Orange County, and then when they pay, we get the portion of the funds once that's paid. Of course, not everybody pays in the same calendar year. So that's what came in during this calendar period of July 1st through June 30th, 2026.

So if it was issued in December, then I would pay it on the 7th of January.

I understand that and that's fine but for accountability it says issued as uniform traffic citation regardless if they paying them or paying them late or not those are issues so that's I get that that's that number there and then there's notices of violation paid So you're telling me that the other $1,548 have not been paid yet, is that what you're saying?

Right, exactly.

So that's okay.

Yeah, it's sitting out there.

So we should have another line that says outstanding? Maybe that way. Outstanding violation, notices of violation.

Well, we don't really know the number because it's kind of funky. Because what happens is at the- I just gave you the number. What happens in Orange County is you can get onto a payment plan.

Gotcha.

So you may have paid more than half of it. You can even send 11 bucks. Okay. A really slow amount. So we don't have that information because that actually comes from our Orange County clerk of courts.

Okay. I'm not going to make it any more complicated. I appreciate it. Thank you, boss. Appreciate it. You're welcome.

Okay, Ray. Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Mayor.

Madam Clerk, you ready to get ordinances?

Yes.

Yes. Okay, let's move to hearings. Ordinance is on second reading, 12A.

Ordinance number 2026-23, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orlando, Florida, amending and restating the land development regulations of the Cambria Suites Plan Development, formerly known as the Crystal Plan Development. Relating to certain land generally located west of North Roslyn Avenue, east of North Magnolia Avenue, south of East Washington Street, and north of Wall Street, and comprised of approximately 0.63 acres of land, providing for amendment of the city's official zoning map, providing for superability, correction of scrivener's errors, permit disclaimer, and an effective date.

Motion by Commissioner Rose, second by Commissioner Burns. I do not have any requests from the public to speak on this matter. Is there a discussion among commissioners? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion, indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed? And so the motion carries. 12B, please.

Ordinance number 2026-24, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orlando, Florida, amending the zoning designation of certain land generally located south of the OUC Railroad and west of Boggy Creek Road on the city's official zoning maps, providing for amendment of the city's official zoning maps, providing a disclaimer, providing for servability, correction of scrivener's errors, and an effective date.

Motion by Commissioner Keene. Second. Second by Commissioner Chapin. I do not have any requests for public input, discussion. Hearing none, all in favor of the motion indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed? And so the motion carries. 12c.

ordinance number 2026-25 an ordinance of the city council city of orlando florida changing the future land use map designation for certain land generally located north of west church street east of south dollins avenue south of west pine street and west of south tampa avenue and comprised of 3.9 acres of land more or less from mixed use corridor medium intensity in part and residential medium intensity in part to public recreation and institutional Changing the property zoning designation from medium intensity mixed use corridor in part and medium intensity development in part to public use. Providing for amendment of the city's growth management plan and zoning map. Providing for severability, correction of governor's errors, and an effective date.

Motion by Commissioner Rose. Second. Second by Commissioner Chapin. Again, I have no request for public comment, discussion. Hearing none, all in favor of the motion, indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. OK, 12D.

Ordinance number 2026-26, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Orlando, Florida, vacating, closing, and abandoning a portion of Rocklaunt Court, generally located east of Edgewater Drive, between 907 North and 908 East. South Rockmont Court between Dowd Street and Bishop Moore High School, main entry drive as described in the Edgewater Court plot, as recorded in plot book S, page 92 of the public records of Orange County, Florida, and comprised of 0.16 acres of land, more or less, providing for conditions of abandonment, providing for execution of affecting documents, severability, correction of scrivener's errors, and an effective date. So moved.

Second.

Motion by Commissioner Chapin. Who had the second? Commissioner Rose? Commissioner Sheehan? Motion second by Commissioner Sheehan. Again, I have no request for public input. Discussion? Hearing none, all in favor of the motion indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed? And so the motion carries. Okay, ordinances on first reading 13A.

Coordinates number 2026-27, an ordinance of the City of Orlando, Florida, granting Incident Management Solutions, Inc., a non-exclusive franchise, to provide roll-off container collection and disposal of solid waste within the City of Orlando, outlining franchisees' duties and providing the terms and conditions under which such franchise shall operate, providing for servability and an effective date.

Motion by Commissioner Ortiz, second by Commissioner Sheehan. Corey, we know the economy is getting better when the roll-off franchises come out, so good job. All in favor of the motion indicate so by saying aye. Aye. Those opposed, motion carries. OK, Ed, can you get us ready for general appearance?