Sanford: Sanford Meeting
Summary. The Sanford City Commission meeting of March 23, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Art Woodruff and began with a legislative prayer by Pastor Cornelius Davis followed by the pledge of allegiance. The meeting focused primarily on proclamations recognizing various organizations and initiatives in the community. The Commission issued three proclamations: recognizing April 10, 2026 as Kappa Sigma Omega Chapter Day to honor the local Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority chapter celebrating 50 years of service; declaring April 2026 as Water Conservation Month to promote awareness of water-saving measures; and proclaiming the week of April 2026 as National Community Development Week, highlighting the city's receipt of $437,753 in CDBG funding for fiscal year 2026. The meeting also featured a business spotlight presentation by Melissa Pascuzzo, franchise owner of the Steak and Shake at Seminole Town Center Mall, who discussed her business challenges and community involvement while expressing optimism about the area's revitalization with the upcoming Costco development.
Agenda Items
1. Legislative Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Opening prayer by Pastor Cornelius Davis followed by the pledge of allegiance
- Prayer for wisdom and guidance for city leaders
- Request for blessing on Sanford with peace, progress, and unity
2. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Proclamation
Proclamation declaring April 10, 2026 as Kappa Sigma Omega Chapter Day
- Recognition of 50 years of service in Sanford
- Chapter chartered April 10, 1976
- 26 current members including 3 charter members
- Community service including child hunger initiatives and education programs
3. Water Conservation Month Proclamation
Proclamation declaring April 2026 as Water Conservation Month
- Focus on outdoor irrigation efficiency
- Emphasis on rain shutoff devices
- Partnership with State of Florida and Water Management Districts
- Educational programs and special events
4. National Community Development Week Proclamation
Proclamation declaring the week of April 2026 as National Community Development Week
- CDBG program operating since 1974
- $437,753 in funding for fiscal year 2026
- Programs for affordable housing, home repairs, economic development
- Goldsboro Trail Beautification Day scheduled for April 11
5. Business Spotlight - Steak and Shake
Recognition of Melissa Pascuzzo, franchise owner of Steak and Shake at Seminole Town Center Mall
- Challenges from mall decline and business closures
- Community involvement including youth sports sponsorship
- Transition to MAHA standards and elimination of seed oils
- Excitement about Costco development and area revitalization
- Employee stories including 76-year-old cook building school in Africa
Action Items
Host Goldsboro Trail Beautification Day
Assigned to Community Development Department · Due Saturday, April 11, 2026, 9AM-12PM
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Sanford City Commission meeting of March 23, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Art Woodruff and began with a legislative prayer by Pastor Cornelius Davis followed by the pledge of allegiance. The meeting focused primarily on proclamations recognizing various organizations and initiatives in the community. The Commission issued three proclamations: recognizing April 10, 2026 as Kappa Sigma Omega Chapter Day to honor the local Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority chapter celebrating 50 years of service; declaring April 2026 as Water Conservation Month to promote awareness of water-saving measures; and proclaiming the week of April 2026 as National Community Development Week, highlighting the city's receipt of $437,753 in CDBG funding for fiscal year 2026. The meeting also featured a business spotlight presentation by Melissa Pascuzzo, franchise owner of the Steak and Shake at Seminole Town Center Mall, who discussed her business challenges and community involvement while expressing optimism about the area's revitalization with the upcoming Costco development.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 5 agenda items: Legislative Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Proclamation; Water Conservation Month Proclamation; National Community Development Week Proclamation; Business Spotlight - Steak and Shake.
What action items came out of this meeting?
1 action item were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
6 members were recorded as present: Art Woodruff, Brady Lessard, Dr. Brianna Jenkins, Melissa Pascuzzo, Tierra Hardaway, Pastor Cornelius Davis.
What county is Sanford in?
Sanford is located in Seminole County, Florida. Browse other Seminole County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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