Mark Positano

The agenda for the meeting included the approval of minutes and payables, presentation of the financial report covering summary, fund balance, and pesticide usage. Key discussions involved Health Insurance Renewals. A significant update was provided on the Spray Truck/Equipment where modular "fog" and larvicide systems were fabricated in-house, allowing for maximized utility of the fleet and reducing the number of needed vehicles, especially critical while replacing 2004/2005 Ford Rangers. Personnel matters included a request to approve the hiring of a Surveillance Technician, Raymond Percy, as a permanent full-time employee upon completion of his probationary status. Other business covered the Director receiving a Certified District Manager credential and the development of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a "drone" internship program with Flagler Palm Coast High School. Additionally, 14,000 pounds of main larvicide product were purchased, resulting in a $23,000 savings.

Key agenda items for the meeting include the approval of outstanding payables and financial reports, followed by a discussion regarding the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. Specific budget actions involve requesting approval for a budget amendment related to a CDC grant, which included the purchase of ATVs, equipment, and a drone trailer, and requesting approval for revisions to the budget policy for revenue classification clarification. The Board is also scheduled to adopt the tentative millage rate and set budget hearing dates. Other significant items include the continuation of consultant services, selection of the auditor (with consideration for renewing the contract with the current firm without a new selection process), and steps to dispose of the Bell Jet Ranger helicopter following the successful reception of the Airbus H125, including authorizing the surplus of associated assets. The schedule for the 2024-2025 Board Meetings and the minimum fund balance amount will also be updated.

The District Board meeting is scheduled to discuss various items related to the strategic plan and take action as decided. The agenda includes opening the meeting, the Pledge of Allegiance, a dedicated Strategic Planning Discussion, and adjournment.

The agenda for the meeting includes the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of payables, presentation of the Financial Report, updates on Mosquito Control Operations, and updates on Public Outreach and Education. A key discussion item is the Capital Reserve Fund Planning Discussion. The meeting schedule also notes a public comment period may be provided at the end.

The meeting focused on the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Key discussions included the percentage increase in millage over the rolled-back rate, which was determined to be 6.80% above the rolled-back rate, resulting in a tentative millage rate of 0.3250 mills. The discussion also covered reasons for the increase in Ad Valorem revenues, noting the expanded service area beginning in 2024 and the financing required for replacing a 2005 helicopter with a larger capacity model to service the increased area. The meeting concluded with the adoption of the tentative millage rate (Resolution 2024-05) and the adoption of the tentative budget of $5,191,682 (Resolution 2024-06).