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CRA MEETING
ZEPHYRHILLS, FLORIDA
Monday, December 8, 2025
5:00 PM
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Zephyrhills Council
City Hall Chambers
Call to Order — Commissioner Steven F. Spina Ph.D
Roll Call — City Clerk Ricardo Quiñones
1. BUSINESS ITEMS
1.1 Approval of CRA Meeting Minutes - Novmber 10, 2025
1. M 11.10.2025 - CRA Final
1.2 Approval of Commercial Improvement Grant - Village Inn 5214 Gall Blvd Parking Lot
Improvements
1. S KM_C650i25120313150
2. CRA DIRECTOR’S REPORT
3. MAIN STREET ACTIVITY REPORT
4. CITIZEN COMMENTS
ADJOURN
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* PLEASE NOTE: This is a Public Meeting. Should any interested party seek to appeal any
decisionmade by the Council with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or
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she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record
includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. F.S. 286.0105. If
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participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at 813/780-0000 at least 48 hours
prior to the public hearing. A.D.A. and F.S. 286.26.
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CRA Meeting
December 8, 2025
Action Item
BUSINESS ITEMS 1.1
Approval of CRA Meeting Minutes - Novmber 10, 2025
Issue:
The Community Redevelopment Agency held a regular meeting on November 10, 2025
Background:
Minutes from that meeting were prepared and are presented for the Board's review and approval.
Attachment(s):
1. M 11.10.2025 - CRA Final
Fiscal Impact:
N/A
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
A Regular CRA Meeting was held on November 10, 2025 at 5:45 PM in the Council Chambers
of City Hall and Via GoToMeeting (646) 749-3122 - Access Code: 855-960-693. Commissioner
Steven F. Spina, Ph.D called the meeting to order at 5:47 PM.
Roll call was taken. Present were members Lance Smith, Jodi Wilkeson, Charles Proctor,
Kenneth Burgess, Steven F. Spina, Ph.D, and Mayor Melonie Bahr Monson. City Manager William
Poe and City Attorney Matthew Maggard were also present.
Staff present: Chief of Police Derek Brewer, Public Works Director Shane LeBlanc, Building
Official Kalvin Switzer, Airport Manager Nathan Coleman, IT Director Mike Panak, CRA Director
Gail Hamilton, Human Resources & Risk Management Director Sandra Amerson, Human
Resources Coordinator Stefany Boice, Planning Director Todd Vande Berg, Principal Planner
Rodney Corrivou, GIS/Community Planner Tommy-Lee Hunt, Finance Director Ted Beason,
Assistant Finance Director Jessica Carter, Public Information Officer Kevin Weiss, and City Clerk
Ricardo Quiñones
1. BUSINESS ITEMS
1.1 Approval of CRA Meeting Minutes - October 27, 2025
Charles Proctor motioned to approve the October 27, 2025 CRA Meeting Minutes. Seconded
by Kenneth Burgess. Motion passed unanimously.
1.2 CRA Master Plan - Draft Update
CRA Director Gail Hamilton pulled the Master Plan presentation due to time constraints,
noting that the full presentation requires approximately one hour and will be brought to the next
CRA meeting.
1.3 Increase to the Commercial and Residential Grants
Director Hamilton stated that existing CRA grant levels were underutilized and recommended
increasing award amounts to provide more meaningful assistance to residents and business owners.
She reviewed the following proposed changes:
• Homeowner Incentive Grant: Increase from $5,000 to $10,000
• Matching Commercial Facade Grant: Increase from $5,000 to $10,000
• Commercial Improvement Grant: Increase from $25,000 to $50,000
• Matching Residential Facade Grant: Increase from $2,500 to $10,000 (adjusted upward
during discussion)
Director Hamilton confirmed there is $200,000 available in the current grant funding pool, and
all grants remain matching programs. Board Members discussed eligibility, the overall funding pot,
and past utilization rates. Board Members also noted that a three-person committee should review
commercial grant applications.
Lance Smith motioned to approve the grant increases as amended, including raising the
Matching Residential Facade Grant to $10,000. Seconded by Kenneth Burgess. Motion passed
unanimously.
2. CRA DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Director Hamilton provided updates on ongoing CRA projects, including:
• Park shelters permits have been submitted; installation to begin soon. Seven parks are
included in the project, except for Krusen Park and Ellis Harrold due to spatial limitations.
• Playground equipment installation expected to begin in December.
• Kickoff meeting for Oakside Cemetery Improvements with Wharton-Smith scheduled for
November 19, with construction anticipated to begin in late January.
• 8th Street Improvements to begin after completion of 6th Avenue work and the holiday
season.
• Finalizing Park Signage designs and proceeding with value-engineered options allowing
lighting of all new signs at no additional cost.
3. MAIN STREET ACTIVITY REPORT
Main Street Zephyrhills Director was not present.
Board Members complimented the increased attendance and overall success of the Veterans Day
Parade, noting strong participation from schools, ROTC, and community organizations, and ongoing
collaboration with the Military Museum and Main Street.
4. CITIZEN COMMENTS - NONE
ADJOURN 5:57 PM
Submitted by Ricardo Quiñones
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CRA Meeting
December 8, 2025
Action Item
BUSINESS ITEMS 1.2
Approval of Commercial Improvement Grant - Village Inn 5214 Gall Blvd Parking Lot
Improvements
Issue:
Mr. William Christie, D/B/A Vichrs Inc. owner of Village Inn located at 5214 Gall Blvd, is
requesting a Commercial Improvement Grant to upgrade the parking lot.
Background:
The owner provided three estimates for parking lot repairs, including repaving and stripping
parking spaces. The estimates are included in your backup. The lowest bid and selected
contractor is O'Neils Asphalt Paving at $18,640.00. The grant will fund half of the cost at $9320.
Attachment(s):
1. S KM_C650i25120313150
Fiscal Impact:
Funding for the Commercial Improvement Grants are included in the approved FY 2025/2026
CRA Budget.
Staff Recommendation:
The grant application meets all requirements and staff recommends approval.
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COMMERCIAL IMPROVEMENT GRANT APPLICATION
City of Zephyrhills - Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)
5335 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542 . (813) 80-0000 . www.ci.zephyr 'lls.fl.us/CRA
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Property Owner Mailing Address (if different):
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If tenant, provide:
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- Attach notarized letter of authorization from the property owner.
Section 3 - Project Description
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Section 4 - Project Details and Costs
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Florida Contractor License #:
Section 5 - Attachments Checklist
Applicants must include the following with this application:
-B-Proof of Property Ownership or Notarized Owner Authorization Letter (if tenant).
D Copy of current City of Zephyrhills Business Tax Receipt.
D Proof that both City and County property taxes are current.
^^ At least three written estimates, bids, or proposals from licensed contractors for each type of
improvement.
:olor photographs showing existing building conditions.
S^fTOrawings, renderings, or material specificationsf or proposed improvements.
i^roject schedule showing anticipated start and completion dates.
D Proof of contractor licensing and insurance.
Note: Incomplete applications will be returned without review. All attachments must be legible and
submitted on standard letter-size paper.
Section 6 - Applicant Certification
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I understand that any work performed prior to CRA Board approval will invalidate this
application and render the project ineligible for funding. I further understand that all improvements
must comply with applicable City codes, per ' ' jr-&ments, and CRA program coj^tj&asr
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Planning Department Review: Date:
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