Niceville: Council Meeting 12/09/2025
Summary. The Niceville City Council held its regular meeting on December 9, 2025, addressing multiple ordinances and development requests. Key items included discussion of a proposed e-bike and micro mobility device ordinance that was ultimately tabled for revisions after extensive discussion about helmet requirements and enforcement provisions. The council also approved several rezoning requests including the Kelly Preserve LLC rezoning from commercial to residential and a variance request for an accessory dwelling unit on Duncan Drive. The meeting featured comprehensive department reports covering police statistics showing continued high citation numbers in school zones, fire department updates on new logo and potential collaboration with Valparaiso, and public works progress on major infrastructure projects including the Deer Moss water pipeline and Palm Boulevard intersection improvements. The council also handled routine business items including budget amendments and debt write-offs, concluding with a citizen comment about stray animal management in the community.
Agenda Items
26-01-01. E-bikes, Motorized Scooters, and Micro Mobility Devices Ordinance
First reading of ordinance creating regulations for electronic bicycles, scooters, and micro mobility devices - withdrawn for revisions
- Helmet requirements for all ages vs 16 and under
- Bicycle helmet minimum vs any appropriate helmet
- Private property restrictions
- Multi-use path definitions needed
- Collaboration with other Okaloosa County municipalities
26-01-02. Kelly Preserve LLC Rezoning
Rezoning request from commercial C2 to residential R2 for property on Curry Road - approved
- Planning commission recommended approval 6-0
- Located in CRA and military planning area
- Maximum 25 dwelling units per acre under mixed use
- Plans for duplex/townhouse development
- Conflict of interest recusal by Romanger
25-12-01. Paul Drive Rezoning Second Reading
Final approval of rezoning from R1 to R2 for duplex development
- Second and final reading
- No changes from first reading
- Duplex development planned
F5. Powell Drive Variance Request
Request for reduced setback from 5 feet to 2.5 feet for accessory structure - denied
- Planning commission recommended denial 5-1
- Staff recommended denial
- Standard property without unique circumstances
- Accessory dwelling unit with garage
F6. Duncan Drive ADU Variance
Request to exceed 900 sq ft limit for accessory dwelling unit - approved
- 925 square feet proposed
- Built in compliance when originally constructed
- Planning commission recommended approval
- Each case evaluated individually
Motions & Votes
Motion to approve ordinance 26-01-01 (e-bikes ordinance)
Moved by Stoffler, seconded by Romanger
Motion withdrawn
Motion to approve ordinance 26-01-02 (Kelly Preserve rezoning)
Moved by Stoffler, seconded by Ali
Passed 4-0 (1 abstention)
Motion to approve ordinance 25-12-01 (Paul Drive rezoning)
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Ali
Passed 5-0
Motion to deny variance at 612 Powell Drive
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve variance at 2446 Duncan Drive
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Romanger
Passed 4-1
Action Items
Revise e-bike ordinance with helmet requirement changes and multi-use path definition
Assigned to City Manager · Due January 2026 meeting
Install speed bump on Powell Drive
Assigned to Public Works
Present Palm Boulevard intersection improvement options to public
Assigned to City Manager and staff · Due January town hall meeting
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Niceville City Council held its regular meeting on December 9, 2025, addressing multiple ordinances and development requests. Key items included discussion of a proposed e-bike and micro mobility device ordinance that was ultimately tabled for revisions after extensive discussion about helmet requirements and enforcement provisions. The council also approved several rezoning requests including the Kelly Preserve LLC rezoning from commercial to residential and a variance request for an accessory dwelling unit on Duncan Drive. The meeting featured comprehensive department reports covering police statistics showing continued high citation numbers in school zones, fire department updates on new logo and potential collaboration with Valparaiso, and public works progress on major infrastructure projects including the Deer Moss water pipeline and Palm Boulevard intersection improvements. The council also handled routine business items including budget amendments and debt write-offs, concluding with a citizen comment about stray animal management in the community.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 5 agenda items: E-bikes, Motorized Scooters, and Micro Mobility Devices Ordinance; Kelly Preserve LLC Rezoning; Paul Drive Rezoning Second Reading; Powell Drive Variance Request; Duncan Drive ADU Variance.
How many motions were voted on?
5 motions were voted on during this meeting. See the Motions & Votes section above for each motion and its result.
What action items came out of this meeting?
3 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
12 members were recorded as present: Mayor, Stoffler, Ali, Shatzel, Romanger, Tolbert, City Manager, City Clerk, Chris, Police Chief Hayes, Fire Chief, Public Works Director.
Where can I watch the full recording?
The full video recording is available on YouTube or embedded at the top of this page.
What county is Niceville in?
Niceville is located in Okaloosa County, Florida. Browse other Okaloosa County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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