The commission reviewed an assessment of underutilized mini parks to determine the feasibility of monetization, transfer, or repurposing, reaching a consensus that selling parks should be a last resort. Preferred alternatives discussed included corporate sponsorship, neighbor maintenance agreements, or transfer to a land trust. Staff were tasked with further research, including title searches and checking for alternative municipal uses. Additionally, the commission discussed the design progress and environmental status of the Dennings/Fairbanks property, including a potential sale of the building to the current tenant to fund the capital project.
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Winter Park City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
The meeting featured a community presentation regarding the Rollins College Annie Russell Theater and reports on the Integrated Resource Program, the GFOA Triple Crown Award, Fire Department facility updates, and the Micromobility Ordinance. The commission reviewed investment policies concerning cryptocurrency, approved various piggyback and professional services contracts, and authorized a merit increase for the City Manager. Public hearings were held regarding a budget amendment ordinance, a loan authorization for wastewater projects, a recodification ordinance, and a requested comprehensive plan amendment for a lot split on Lake Osceola, which was tabled for further consideration.
Oct 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City Commission Regular Meeting
The City Commission conducted a regular meeting to address administrative and legislative matters. Key discussion topics included the scheduling of the Integrated Resource Program work session, the receipt of the GFOA Triple Crown Award, and the annual evaluation of the City Manager. Consent agenda items involved the approval of piggyback contracts for utility infrastructure materials and professional landscape architectural services. Public hearings were held to consider ordinances regarding the amendment of the fiscal year 2026 budget, the authorization of a loan for wastewater system resiliency projects, the recodification of the City Code, and amendments to the Land Development Code.
Oct 1, 2026·Proposed budget
City of Winter Park FY2027 Proposed Budget
A proposed (City Manager's recommended) budget for the City of Winter Park for fiscal year 2027, a pre-adoption draft submitted to the City Commission for consideration.
