CITY COMMISSION MINUTES September 17, 2024  Mayor LaCascia called the meeting to order at 6:15 pm.  Sheandolen Dunn, gave the invocation.  Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor LaCascia. ROLL CALL - Assistant City Manager Sheandolen Dunn  Present: Mayor Joe LaCascia, Commissioner Micheal T. Blethen, Commissioner  Rick Wilson, Commissioner Michelle Pettit, City Attorney Thomas Cloud  and City Manager Patricia Jackson Commissioner Charles Nichols  Absent:  APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA  Motion by Commissioner Wilson to approve the August 13, 2024 Regular City Commission Meeting, Department Reports, and other items on the Consent Agenda; this  motion was seconded by Commissioner Pettit. Motion carried unanimously by' Voice Vote.  PUBLIC COMMENT  Jeff Larson, Administrator, Florida Safe Investments provided a brief update on Polk City's Investment Portfolio. This is a Money Market Fund and the current rate of return is 5.4% and the economy is doing fairly well. However, It is impossible to predict a rate  of return because the rates change daily. No questions from the Commission. ORDER OF BUSINESS Christmas Parade Grand Marshal  Mayor LaCascia and City Manager Jackson discussed the City Commission will need to Mayor LaCascia nominated David Byrd as the Grand Marshal. Commissioner Wilson Commissioner Blethen nominated Dr. Regina Proutsos and Dr. Rachel Bouton, Co- After brief discussion, it was the consensus fort the two Veterinarians to serve as the Grand  submit names for selection of a Grand Marshal.  concurred.  owners of Outback Animal Hospital. Marshals for the 2024 Christmas Parade.    Motion carried 4/0 by Voice Vote.  Planning Commission Candidate - Gary HoShing  Mayor LaCascia discussed Polk City's Planning Commission had one vacancy due to Gary HoShing has submitted his application of interest. If Mr. HoShing is selected to serve on the Planning Commission, his term will expire on December 31, 2025. Mayor LaCascia invited Mr. HoShing to come up and address the City Commission about Mr. HoShing provided a brief history of his life, the property and the Events business that he has on his Orange Boulevard property in Polk City. He has space for events such as small weddings, birthday parties, etc. He sees the need for change and wants to be a By a 4/0 Voice Vote, the City Commission approved the appointment of Gary Presentation of Financial Statement for FY Ending September 30, 2023  the resignation of Rick Wilson.  his desire to serve on the Planning Commission.  positive part of that change in Polk City.  HoShing to the Polk City Planning Commission.  Mike Brynjulfson (Brynjulfson CPA's) presented the Financial Statement for the year ending September 30, 2023. He addressed any questions and/or concerns from the City Mayor LaCascia stated he is happy with the audit presentation. Thanked Mr. Brynjulfson Staff recommended approval of the Financial Statement for the year ending September Mr. Brynjulfson shared that after 23 years with Polk City, he will not be the auditor, but he will remain as our consultant. He stated that we would have to go do an RFP for a new auditor. He also recommended an Auditor Selection Committee of three (3) people. Motion by Vice Mayor Harper to approve the FY 2023 Financial Statements Audit;  Commission.  for another great report.  30, 2023.  this motion was seconded by Commissioner Knouff.  Motion carried by' Voice Vote 4/0. CITY MANAGER ITEMS  City Manager Jackson provided project updates on the following items:  2    Mt. Olive Road Force Main - Received two bids. Vaughn Leer Chastain-Skllman) is in the process of reviewing the two bids; this will come before the Commission  at the October 15, 2024, Commission Meeting. Cardinal Hill Project - Notice to Proceed has been given Commonwealth WTF is back online  Voyles Loop Lift Station - one bid was received. Craig Fuller, with CivilSurv Received one quote for the interconnect between Commonwealth and Jacobs Centennial Celebration - Orlando Fun Crew confirmed, Joey Foley will be in charge of entertainment, banners being ordered, have brick orders, etc. Polk Regional Water Cooperative - 90% Cost Estimate will be discussed at the  will review the bid.  WTF (should come before the Commission in October)  Cooperative Meeting  Final Budget Hearing - September 26, 2024  CITYATTORNEY ITEMS  Attorney Cloud briefly discussed the Consent Order Status Report and the  Commission can read the Report at their convenience.  COMMISSIONER ITEMS Commissioner Blethen = None Commissioner Pettit - None Mayor LaCascia = None ANNOUNCEMENTS - None ADJOURNMENT - 7:50 pm  Commissioner Wilson = Mentioned Commissioner Nichols wife Suzie passed away.  Patricia Jackson) City Manager  Joe Cascia, Mayor  hlal  3