Samantha Bergeron

The agenda for the meeting included the consideration of adopting the minutes from the January 29, 2026, Animal Control Board meeting. New Business items covered the nomination of a Chair, a report from the Edgewater Animal Control Representative (Roxanne Hicks), a report on Feral Cat Activity, a report on Trap Neuter and Release activities, and a discussion regarding the update of Animal Control Ordinance No. 26-00. During the January 29, 2026 session detailed within these minutes, the Board voted unanimously to approve the designation of a dog named Baxter as a dangerous dog following testimony.

The main agenda items for this meeting included consideration for the adoption of the Youth Task Force minutes from the regular meeting held on February 12, 2026. New Business also involved the approval of a new proposed shark design submitted by Artist Shy Morris. Under Old Business, the task force engaged in a Project Discussion covering potential locations for painting rocks, including Babe James and NSB Park, coordinating painting sessions, reviewing details for the Chalk It Out Event scheduled for February 28th, and deliberating on organizing a clean-up event featuring a recycled art contest and raffle. The discussion concluded with a focus on beautification efforts for city-owned property.

The meeting included opening formalities and announcements, such as recognizing National Future Farmers of America Week, and presentations regarding the Born Learning Trail/Story Trail and the Volusia County Coastal Division Director. Key actions taken under the Consent Agenda involved approving multiple Dock Easement Agreements for properties along North Riverside Drive and South Riverside Drive, approving a renewal of the right of way maintenance contract with VerdeGo, approving a contract award to Byrdson Services, Inc. for home elevation, approving renewal contracts for miscellaneous concrete repair, approving a change order for Phil Hall Park construction, and approving a special event permit for the Lagoonigan Fishing Tournament after party. During the Quasi-Judicial Hearing, the Commission approved the removal of two out of three historic trees at 507 South Myrtle Avenue, with protection requirements lifted for the third tree. Public Hearings resulted in the adoption of Ordinance No. 76-25 establishing a definition and review process for Certified Recovery Residences, and the unanimous adoption of Ordinances No. 20-26 and No. 21-26 to vacate portions of Citron Street and Buck Lane, respectively. First reading was conducted for Ordinance No. 22-26 concerning a Biosolid Disposal Services Agreement. Additionally, James Davenport was re-appointed to the Utilities Commission.

The meeting commenced with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. Key actions included the unanimous approval of the City Manager's report and several consent agenda items. These approvals involved a Grant Award from the Florida Firefighter Cancer Decontamination Equipment Grant Program, a Dock Easement Agreement for a residential dock on South Riverside Drive, and a Sidewalk Café Agreement for Bricks European Cafe and the Galley. The commission also unanimously approved three special events: a weekly Food Truck Event in Venetian Bay, the Southeast Volusia Historical Society's Heritage Day Event, and the Mike Martin Pro/AM event. Under public hearings, the commission conducted second readings and unanimously adopted several ordinances related to annexation, comprehensive plan amendments, and rezoning for properties on Paige Avenue and Doster Drive. Ordinances concerning the amendment of the Subdivision Plat Process and the establishment of a Section regarding Sleeping were also adopted. First readings were held for ordinances pertaining to Certified Recovery Residence review, and the vacation of portions of Citron Street and Buck Lane.

The agenda for the meeting included considering the adoption of the Youth Task Force minutes from the meeting held on January 22, 2026. New business also covered consideration for the approval of a new proposed shark design submitted by Artist Shy Morris, following damage to the original sculpture which required repainting. Additionally, the task force conducted a project discussion related to items set forth in Resolution No. 13-12, which involved topics such as a Safe Boating Week Proclamation, the Youth Showcase (Market), sidewalk art, rock painting, making a rock garden, murals on private businesses, and the Black Heritage Festival. During the January 22nd meeting, key items included an overview of Sunshine Laws, an outline of duties/responsibilities, and the appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair.