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Tuesday, June 16, 2026

City Council · 6 p.m.

Pre-meeting preview from the agenda packet. After the meeting airs, coverage with transcript, votes, and entity links will land in the regular archive.

Agenda packet PDF Granicus agenda

On the agenda

13 substantive items

  1. 4

    Swearing In of New Firefighter Kody Mounts

    Formal swearing in ceremony for new firefighter Kody Mounts.

  2. 5

    Swearing In of New Police Officers San Julo King, Mike Fox and Inmer Berrios

    Formal swearing in ceremony for new police officers San Julo King, Mike Fox, and Inmer Berrios.

  3. 6.a

    Proclamation: Parks and Recreation Month

    Mayor Chopper Davis proclaims July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of New Port Richey, recognizing the role of parks and recreation in community health, well-being, and economic prosperity.

  4. 6.b

    Proclamation: Richey Suncoast Theatre

    Mayor Chopper Davis congratulates Richey Suncoast Theatre on being named the recipient of the 2026 Florida's Sports Coast Legacy Award, recognizing nearly a century of cultural contribution to the community.

  5. 7.a

    June 2, 2026 Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes

    Approval of minutes from the June 2, 2026 work session (Strategic Plan update) and regular meeting.

    Staff recommends that City Council approve the minutes from the June 2, 2026 work session and regular meeting as submitted.

  6. 9

    City Council Response to Vox Pop Speakers

    Opportunity for City Council members to respond to public comments made during Vox Pop.

  7. 11.a

    First Reading, Ordinance No. 2026-2340: Duke Energy Franchise Agreement Renewal

    First reading of an ordinance granting Duke Energy Florida, LLC an electric utility rights-of-way utilization franchise, replacing the 1996 franchise agreement (Ordinance 1402) which expires July 16, 2026. The new agreement has a 15-year initial term with two 5-year renewals, maintains a 6% franchise fee, and modernizes provisions on indemnification, audits (every 3 years), pole abandonment, and dispute resolution.

    Ordinance No. 2026-2340 Approval of the first reading of ordinance 2026-2340 is recommended.

  8. 11.b

    First Reading, Ordinance No. 2026-2350 RE: Amendments to Utility Ordinance

    First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 24, Article II of the Code of Ordinances pertaining to utility services. Key changes: (1) transitions utility accounts to property-owner-only model, eliminating tenant accounts (with 1-year transition); (2) establishes rate administration framework where rates/fees are set by Council resolution rather than ordinance; (3) revises utility deposits to be held in non-interest-bearing accounts.

    Ordinance No. 2026-2350 Motion to approve on first reading.

  9. 11.c

    Second Reading, Ordinance No. 2026-2364: Amendments to Chapter 23, Code of Ordinances RE: Transportation Devices

    Second and final reading of an ordinance adding Article IV to Chapter 23 regarding transportation devices. Prohibits transportation devices in Railroad Square Transportation Device Exclusion Area, prohibits reckless operation citywide, and prohibits transportation devices (other than bicycles) in city parks, with exceptions for designated areas, ADA users, and special events.

    Ordinance No. 2026-2364 Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a second and final reading of Ordinance No. 2026-2364.

  10. 12.a

    Request to Waive Fees for 2025 Cotee River Bikefest

    Consideration of a request from Tina Farrell, President of Farrell Cares, Inc., to waive special event fees of $10,285.76 for the 2025 Cotee River Bikefest, citing precedent of the council's March 3, 2026 waiver of $35,383.88 in fees for the 2025 Chasco Fiesta.

    $10,285.76 The recommendation is for the City Council to consider this matter and decide in the best interest of the city.

  11. 12.b

    Request to Enter into an Infrastructure Agreement with NPR Grand 1, LLC RE: Villa del Sol Project

    Authorization for the City Manager to enter into an Infrastructure Agreement with NPR Grand 1, LLC committing the city to install an 8-inch reclaimed water line to the Villa del Sol project site at 5637 Marine Parkway within 12 months of the effective date.

    The recommendation is to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with NPR Grand 1, LLC with respect to the Villa del Sol project.

  12. 12.c

    ITB26-019 Plunge Pool and Dive Pool Resurfacing Bid Rejection

    Staff requests rejection of the sole bid received from AuMiller Pools LLC ($192,383) for the Plunge Pool and Dive Pool Resurfacing project and authorization to re-advertise the ITB to increase competition.

    $192,383 Rejection of the bid is recommended.

  13. 12.d

    ITB23-007 Fire Station No. 2 Relocation Project Close-Out

    Project close-out for the Fire Station No. 2 relocation, including a deductive change order of ($706,017.08) and final pay request not to exceed $203,880.96 to E&L Construction Group Inc. The project was 672 days past contracted term; 357 days deemed unwarranted, resulting in $535,500 in liquidated damages assessed at $1,500/day.

    $203,880.96 final pay; ($706,017.08) deductive change order Approval of the project close-out and deductive change order is recommended.

Consent agenda

1 item bundled for a single vote

  1. 10.a

    Purchases/Payments for City Council Approval

Procedural

  1. 1Call to Order – Roll Call
  2. 2Pledge of Allegiance
  3. 3Moment of Silence
  4. 8Vox Pop for Items Not Listed on the Agenda or Listed on Consent Agenda
  5. 13Communications
  6. 14Adjournment