By-Line: Tiana Hernandez, Communications & Marketing Palm Coast Government
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. An increase in public engagement helps to build a stronger sense of community, increase valuable discussions, and decrease division.
Proclamations and Presentations
The following proclamations will be presented:
- Jon Netts Community Wing Unveiling
- Proclamation – Flagler Cares 10-Year Celebration
Minutes
The following minutes will be approved:
- May 20, 2025, Business Meeting
- May 27, 2025, Workshop Meeting
Ordinances Second Read
The following ordinances will be presented:
- The Parks and Recreation Department will present an ordinance amending Chapter 42 of the City’s Code of Ordinances to prohibit smoking, excluding unfiltered cigars, in all City parks, trails, and facilities. This ordinance aligns with the Florida Clean Air Act and aims to promote a healthier, more welcoming environment for all park users.
- The Community Development Department will present an ordinance requesting to rezone .46 acres located at 49 and 51 Pine Crest Lane from the SFR-3 zoning district to the SFR-2 zoning district. This change will allow Flagler Habitat for Humanity, Inc. to develop one single-family home on each lot, bringing the properties into conformance with the Land Development Code.
Ordinances First Read
The following ordinances will be presented:
- The Community Development Department will present an ordinance amending Chapter 29, Article II of the City’s Code of Ordinances to update transportation impact fee rates. The change is based on a comprehensive technical report and an extraordinary circumstances study prepared by LTG, Inc. and NUE Urban Concepts, LLC. The update ensures compliance with Florida statutes by using the most recent localized data. The city council will consider whether to adopt the fully calculated rates or an alternative phased approach.
- The Stormwater & Engineering Department will present an ordinance amending Chapter 29, Article IV of the City’s Code of Ordinances to update fire and rescue impact fee rates. The adjustment is based on a comprehensive study and an extraordinary circumstances analysis conducted by Raftelis. The updated fees reflect increased capital needs due to projected growth and meet statutory requirements.
- The Stormwater & Engineering Department will present an ordinance amending Chapter 29, Article III of the City’s Code of Ordinances to update park system impact fee rates based on a comprehensive study. The updated fee of $3,164 per residential unit reflects a 73% increase, following City Council’s direction to revise the project list
Resolutions
The following resolutions will be presented:
- The Information Technology Department will present a resolution approving an option and ground release agreement with Diamond Towers V, LLC for a telecommunications tower at 350 Palm Coast Pkwy NE. The 150-foot tower will support at least four carriers and improve citywide cellular coverage as part of the Wireless Master Plan.
- The Information Technology Department will present a resolution approving an option and ground release agreement with Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC for a telecommunications tower at 50 Citation Blvd. The 150-foot tower, identified as Site S1 in the Wireless Master Plan, will support at least four carriers and house City equipment for water meter radio reads.
Consent
The following consent items will be presented:
- The Stormwater & Engineering Department will present a resolution approving piggyback contracts with New Smyrna Beach Utilities and Sparks Concrete, LLC for citywide concrete and asphalt services on an as-needed basis. This approach allows the City to secure competitive pricing without the need for a separate bidding process.
- The Stormwater & Engineering Department will present a resolution approving master services agreements with five firms for citywide geotechnical and laboratory services. These agreements will support safe and reliable infrastructure growth by providing soil testing, material inspections, and related services on an as-needed basis.
- The Information Technology Department will present a resolution approving a contract with Axon for the implementation of the FUSUS video surveillance platform. The $304,439.12 five-year agreement will enable secure, real-time sharing of City-owned camera feeds with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, enhancing public safety while maintaining City control over its infrastructure and cybersecurity.
- The City Administration will present a resolution approving the Strategic Action Plan Priorities. The resolution reaffirms the City Council’s continued support of Palm Coast’s Vision, Mission, Values, and Goals, as outlined in the annually reviewed Strategic Action Plan.
Public Comments will be opened at the beginning and end of the business meeting by Section 286.0114 Florida Statutes and under 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.
Proclamations and award presentations during evening business meetings will now begin at 5:30 p.m., 30 minutes before the meeting start time. Additionally, public comments on non-agenda items will be limited to 30 minutes at the beginning and end of each meeting. 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. By 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.