By-Line: Tiana Hernandez, Communications & Marketing
Topics include proclamations, an ordinance update on fair housing, a design contract for the Old Kings Road South Phase II Project, and more.
The Palm Coast City Council meets regularly to discuss and vote on official City business. These meetings are open to the public, and Palm Coast residents are strongly encouraged to attend. Increasing public engagement helps build a stronger sense of community, increase valuable discussions, and decrease division.
The agenda for the City Council Business Meeting on Tuesday, February 4, will be as follows:
Proclamations
The following proclamations will be presented at 5:30 p.m.:
- The City Administration will proclaim January 2025 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
- The City Administration will proclaim January 2025 as Stalking Awareness Month.
- The City Administration will proclaim February 2025 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
- The City Administration will proclaim February 28, 2025, as Rare Disease Day.
Minutes
The following minutes of the City Council will be approved:
- January 25, 2025, Business Meeting
January 28, 2025, Workshop Meeting
Ordinance First Read
The following ordinance will be presented at 6 p.m.:
- The Community Development Department will present an ordinance that amends and restates the City’s Fair Housing Ordinance to align with recent federal compliance regulations. Updates include revised section titles, new definitions, expanded unlawful housing practices, a formal complaint process, and new provisions for enforcement, penalties, and public education.
Resolutions
The following resolution will be presented for consent:
- The Stormwater & Engineering Department will present a resolution approving a design contract with CPH, Inc., for the Old Kings Road South Phase II Project. The project includes the design components for widening the roadway from two to four lanes, drainage and stormwater improvements, pedestrian and bicycle paths, landscaping, street lighting, and intersection analysis.
Consent
The following resolution will be presented for consent:
- The City Administration will present a resolution adopting the Palm Coast Heroes Act, which enhances policies for City employees serving in the Military Reserves, National Guard, and Florida State Guard. This resolution extends additional benefits to these employees in recognition of their service.
- The Fire Department will present a resolution approving a lease and service agreement with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Inc. and a memorandum of understanding with the Knights of Columbus Notre Dame Council #10514. This agreement allows the city to accept a public safety grant to install and maintain a Safe Haven Baby Box, providing a secure and anonymous option for infant surrender.
- The Stormwater & Engineering Department will present a resolution approving the piggybacking of the Sourcewell RFP contract with Foreverlawn, Inc. for citywide purchases of agricultural turf, tracks with installation, and related equipment and supplies on an as-needed basis. This contract allows the City to leverage existing competitively bid pricing for these products and services, providing cost savings and efficiency.
- The Fire Department will present a resolution approving the piggybacking of the Hillsborough County, Florida, contract with Design Lab, Inc. for purchasing fire rescue uniforms and accessories as needed.
Public Comments will be opened at the beginning and end of the business meeting in accordance with Section 286.0114 Florida Statutes and pursuant to the City Council’s Meeting Policies and Procedures. Each speaker will approach the podium, provide his/her name, and may speak for up to 3 minutes. Public comment will be limited to 30 minutes.
Beginning February 4, 2025, the Council will hold the following meetings each month: a business meeting at 6 p.m. on the first Tuesday, a workshop at 6 p.m. on the second Tuesday, a business meeting at 9 a.m. on the third Tuesday, and a new workshop at 9 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday. All meetings will continue to be held in the Community Wing at City Hall, 160 Lake Avenue, Palm Coast.
Proclamations and award presentations during evening business meetings will now begin at 5:30 p.m., 30 minutes before the meeting start time. This schedule is subject to change due to holidays or other unforeseen circumstances. Residents are encouraged to visit the Palm Coast City Council meeting webpage for the latest schedule and agenda updates.
Business meetings and workshops are open to the public and are streamed live on the City’s YouTube channel. Meeting agendas for all public meetings are posted in advance of each meeting on the City’s website. All agendas can be viewed here.
If you wish to obtain more information regarding the City Council’s agenda, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 386-986-3713. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact the City Clerk at 386-986-3713, at least 48 hours before the meeting.
