City Council Business Meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

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.

The agenda for the City Council Business Meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. will be as follows:

Proclamations

The following proclamations will be made:

1. The City Administration will proclaim October 19-23, 2026, as National Medical Assistants Recognition Week.
2. The City Administration will proclaim October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
3. The City Administration will proclaim November 25, 2026, as Flagler County Rotary Club 45^th Anniversary.

Minutes

The following minutes will be confirmed:

1. October 6, 2026, Business Meeting
2. October 13, 2026, Workshop Meeting

Consent

The following items will be presented for consent:

1. The Parks and Recreation Department will present a resolution to authorize the Rotary Club of Flagler County to use designated utility poles along Palm Coast Parkway for temporary banners recognizing Rotary Foundation Month.
2. The Parks and Recreation Department will present a resolution to approve an agreement with the Flagler County Cultural Council for the Administration of the Cultural Art Grant Program.
3. The Parks and Recreation Department will present a resolution to approve the Cultural Art Grants for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
4. The Parks and Recreation Department will present a resolution to approve a Master Services Agreement with the Palm Coast Historical Society and Museum, Inc.
5. The Information Technology Department will present a resolution to approve piggybacking the Florida Department of Management Services Contract with T-Mobile for cellular services and equipment.
6. The Community Development Department will present a resolution to approve multiple Master Services Agreements for Citywide Surveying and Mapping Services.
7. The Public Works Department will present a resolution to approve Master Price Agreements with Flagler Power Equipment and Fleet Kleen, Inc. (DBA St. Johns Sales & Service) for mower parts and handheld outdoor equipment.
8. The Community Development Department will present a resolution to approve an Interlocal Agreement for Cold Weather Shelter services.
9. The Community Development Department will present a resolution to approve City Architect Landscape Design Review Master Services Agreements.
10. The Utility Department will present a resolution to approve a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program PEP Panel Replacements Contract Agreement.
11. The Utility Department will present a resolution to approve a FDEM Hazard Mitigation Grant Agreement H1398 for citywide wastewater manhole cover retrofits.
12.  The Utility Department will present a resolution to approve piggybacking the City of Orlando Contract IFB23-0211 with U.S. Submergent Technologies, LLC. for structural cleaning services at Wastewater Treatment Facility No. 1.
13.  The Utility Department will present a resolution to approve the piggybacking of Volusia County Contract No. 26-B-42LS with Staline Waterworks, Inc. for PVC and brass materials for water and sewer operations.
14.  Stormwater and Engineering will present a resolution to approve the Florida Inland Navigation District Waterways Assistance Program Project Agreement (FL-PC-26-40) for the design of St. Joe Waterway Trail Phase I.

Recess the Palm Coast City Council and Convene the State Road 100 Corridor Community Redevelopment Area Board 

Resolutions

The following resolutions will be presented:

1. The Finance Department will present a resolution to authorize a Taxable Non-Ad Valorem Revenue Note, Series 2026 Bank Loan from Wells Fargo Bank not to exceed $11,000,000 for the purpose of acquiring certain real property located within the State Road 100 Corridor Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). A financial advisor assisted the City of Palm Coast in requesting loan proposals from banks to buy property in the SR-100 Corridor CRA. Wells Fargo is being recommended because it offered the lowest variable interest rate and will allow the City to pay off the loan early without a penalty.
2. The City Administration will present a resolution to approve the allocation and expenditure of Community Redevelopment Trust Funds in the total amount of $3,000,000 to assist in the construction of a YMCA Recreational Facility at 1580 Central Avenue. The City Council received a presentation on the item during the October 13, 2026, Workshop and provided direction.
3. The Stormwater and Engineering Department will present a resolution to approve expenses for services to prepare a Comprehensive Master Plan for the Palm Coast Cultural Arts Site. The City is seeking to hire a planning and consulting firm to create a Master Plan for the Palm Coast Arts site to help organize future development, improve community use, and support the YMCA project.

Adjourn the State Road 100 Corridor Community Redevelopment Board and reconvene the Palm Coast City Council

Resolutions

The following resolutions will be presented:

1. The Finance Department will present a resolution to authorize a Taxable Non-Ad Valorem Revenue Note, Series 2026 Bank Loan from Wells Fargo Bank not to exceed $11,000,000 for the purpose of acquiring certain real property located within the State Road 100 Corridor Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). A financial advisor assisted the City of Palm Coast in requesting loan proposals from banks to buy property in the SR-100 Corridor CRA. Wells Fargo is being recommended because it offered the lowest variable interest rate and will allow the City to pay off the loan without a penalty.
2. The City Administration will present a resolution to approve a Lease Agreement with the Volusia-Flagler Family Young Men’s Christian Association (“YMCA”) for property located at 1580 Central Avenue. The City Council received a presentation on the item during the October 13, 2026, Workshop and provided direction.
3. The Community Development Department will present a resolution to amend the policy related to the State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP), Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP), Purchase Assistance Program for Affordable Rental Development, and First-Time Homebuyers’ Down Payment Assistance. The City is proposing an amendment that would allow SHIP funds to be used for affordable rental housing projects and to help eligible first‑time homebuyers with down payments and closing costs.
4. The Parks and Recreation Department will present a resolution to amend the Parks and Recreation Fee Structure. The City is proposing updated pickleball, tennis, combination, and room rental fees at the Southern Recreation Center, following a review by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board 
5. The Stormwater and Engineering Department will present a resolution to approve project expenses including a Guaranteed Maximum Price Contract Amendment for Phase 1C, construction administrative services, and project contingency for the Maintenance Operation Center Project. This item was tabled at the October 6, 2026, Business Meeting. No changes have been made to the item.

Ordinances Second Read

The following ordinances will be presented:

1. The Community Development Department will present an ordinance to amend the Magnolia Trace Master Planned Development-Development Agreement (MPD-DA). During the October 6, 2026, Business Meeting, the Council provided comments and direction regarding the item. The changes have been made and will be presented to the council.
2. The Community Development Department will present an ordinance to amend Red Mill Pointe MPD - Application #6212. The developer is requesting a rezoning to allow 216 fee‑simple townhomes instead of previously approved rental units.
3. The Community Development Department will present an ordinance to amend the Lakeview Estates Comprehensive Plan – Application #5576. The developer is asking to change the Future Land Use Map so a 20‑acre portion of land on US‑1 can be used for commercial development with height and use limits.
4. The Community Development Department will present an ordinance to amend Lakeview Estates MPD – Application #5575. The agreement has been updated based on the Council’s feedback from the September 1, 2026, and September 15, 2026, meetings.
5. The Community Development Department will present an ordinance to amend the Unified Land Development Code. This item was tabled from the October 6, 2026, Business Meeting. No changes have been made.
6. The City Attorney will present an ordinance to prohibit the transfer of the City of Palm Coast Fire Department.
7. The City Attorney will present an ordinance to prohibit Direct Potable Reuse. If adopted, the city will not allow highly treated reclaimed water to be put directly into the drinking-water system.
8. The City Attorney will present an ordinance on Historical Preservation in the City of Palm Coast. The purpose of the Ordinance is to safeguard Palm Coast’s historic, cultural, and archaeological resources by establishing strong preservation standards, aligning local policy with state and federal programs, and creating a qualified Historic Preservation Board and officer to guide designations, reviews, and protections that uphold the community’s heritage and quality of life.

Public Comments will be opened at the beginning and end of the workshop in accordance with Section 286.0114, Florida Statutes, and pursuant to 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.

Please note that proclamations are scheduled for this specific meeting inside City Hall. 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.

In addition to City Council meetings and workshops, residents are encouraged to participate in a variety of public meetings—including advisory boards, committees, and special sessions—taking place over the next week. Attending in person, tuning in live on the City’s YouTube channel, or reviewing meeting materials online are all great ways to stay informed and engaged in local government.

Upcoming Meetings:

• Planning & Land Development Regulation Board, 10/21/2026, 5:30 p.m.

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.

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