Orange City: City Council Meeting - 03-10-2026
Summary. The Orange City Council held their regular meeting on March 10, 2026, with all members present. The meeting included presentations recognizing Government Finance Professionals Week and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day. The council addressed several significant infrastructure and financial matters, including adopting ordinances for recovery residences and approving multiple resolutions related to water and stormwater asset management plans. A major highlight was the approval of a $7.5 million federal loan with 100% forgiveness for Rhode Island infrastructure improvements following Hurricane Milton damage. The funds will address flooding issues, prevent wastewater system infiltration, and include acquisition of Tiger Dams for flood prevention. The council also discussed concerns about potential state legislation (House Bill 203) that could reduce ad valorem revenue by approximately 20% or $2.2 million, which would significantly impact the city's budget planning and ongoing union negotiations.
Agenda Items
1. Absences
Roll call taken, all council members present
- All council members confirmed present
2a. Government Finance Professionals Week Proclamation
Proclamation recognizing March 16-20, 2026 as Government Finance Professionals Week
- Recognition of Florida Government Finance Officers Association
- Acknowledgment of Orange City finance department
2b. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day Proclamation
Proclamation declaring March 11, 2026 as Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day
- Recognition of AdventHealth Food and Nutrition Services
- Acknowledgment of dietitian contributions to community health
3. Citizen's Comments
Public comment period with three speakers
- Comments about political figure allegations
- Traffic concerns about new stop signs
- Festival announcement
4. Consent Agenda
Routine administrative items approved as a group
- No specific items discussed
6a. Ordinance 698 - Recovery Residences
Second and final reading of ordinance incorporating certified recovery residences regulations
- Compliance with Senate Bill 954
- Reasonable accommodation provisions
- Fair Housing Act considerations
7a. Resolution 420-26 - Water Asset Management Plan
Approval of Water Asset Management and Physical Sustainability Plan
- Required for SRF loan compliance
- 0.1% loan rate reduction benefit
7b. Resolution 421-26 - Stormwater Asset Management Plan
Approval of Stormwater Asset Management and Physical Sustainability Plan
- Strategic document for asset management
- Financial planning component
7c. Resolution 423-26 - State Revolving Fund Loan
Authorization for $7.5 million loan application with 100% forgiveness for Rhode Island infrastructure
- Hurricane Milton damage response
- Flooding mitigation improvements
- Tiger Dams acquisition
- Wastewater system protection
Motions & Votes
Motion to accept consent agenda
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed 7-0
Motion to adopt ordinance number 698 at second and final reading
Moved by Kelly Marks, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed 7-0
Motion to approve resolution number 420-26
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Kelly Marks
Passed 7-0
Motion to accept resolution 421-26
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Kelly Marks
Passed 7-0
Motion to approve resolution 423-26
Moved by Dawn (Council member), seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed 7-0
Motion to adjourn
Moved by Unidentified council member, seconded by Unidentified council member
Passed unanimously
Action Items
Draft letter supporting Volusia Forever land conservation initiative
Assigned to City Manager Christine · Due As soon as possible for upcoming county agenda
Schedule filming segments with each council member for State of City video
Assigned to City staff and Justin (PIO) · Due Within four weeks
Investigate Waste Pro recycling and garbage pickup concerns
Assigned to City Manager
Meet with Sydney Johnson regarding historic district expansion
Assigned to City staff
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Orange City Council held their regular meeting on March 10, 2026, with all members present. The meeting included presentations recognizing Government Finance Professionals Week and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day. The council addressed several significant infrastructure and financial matters, including adopting ordinances for recovery residences and approving multiple resolutions related to water and stormwater asset management plans. A major highlight was the approval of a $7.5 million federal loan with 100% forgiveness for Rhode Island infrastructure improvements following Hurricane Milton damage. The funds will address flooding issues, prevent wastewater system infiltration, and include acquisition of Tiger Dams for flood prevention. The council also discussed concerns about potential state legislation (House Bill 203) that could reduce ad valorem revenue by approximately 20% or $2.2 million, which would significantly impact the city's budget planning and ongoing union negotiations.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 9 agenda items: Absences; Government Finance Professionals Week Proclamation; Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day Proclamation; Citizen's Comments; Consent Agenda; Ordinance 698 - Recovery Residences; Resolution 420-26 - Water Asset Management Plan; Resolution 421-26 - Stormwater Asset Management Plan; Resolution 423-26 - State Revolving Fund Loan.
How many motions were voted on?
6 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?
4 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
13 members were recorded as present: Kelly Marks (Mayor), Doran, Knight, Tiansen, Graham, Stafford, Richardson, Kaylee (City Clerk), Christine (City Manager), Waters (City Attorney), Joe Ruiz, Robert Lawler, Belalift.
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 Orange City in?
Orange City is located in Volusia County, Florida. Browse other Volusia County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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