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Groveland City Council: July 6, 2026
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Groveland Council Approves Emergency Disaster Compensation Policy with Modifications
The council discussed a resolution regarding an emergency disaster compensation policy. The policy aims to clearly define employee compensation during emergencies such as storms and natural disasters, with provisions for two times pay for those working in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and time-and-a-half for those on standby. The policy was developed in conjunction with finance and public safety, partly in response to FEMA requirements for reimbursement. Concerns were raised about the lack of clear definitions for exempt/non-exempt employees, the total number of employees impacted, and the potential financial implications. While the policy aims to establish a framework for FEMA reimbursement, the exact number of staff and duration of compensation during an emergency are determined operationally. The council moved to approve the resolution with a modification allowing the new CFO to review and make changes after approval.
Groveland Council Denies Agreement for Interim City Manager Recruitment Services
The council discussed a resolution to approve a supplemental agreement with Strategic Government Resources (SGR) for recruitment services to find an interim city manager. SGR, previously contracted for the permanent city manager search, also has a temporary services division. The agreement proposed a contractor fee of $135 per hour, with the city paying SGR directly for the interim manager's services. The monthly cost was estimated at approximately $20,000. Concerns were raised about the prolonged search for a permanent city manager and the potential redundancy of hiring an interim manager when a permanent candidate might be identified soon. The council ultimately voted to deny the resolution, effectively dropping the item.
Groveland Council Approves Clean Water Facilities Plan to Seek State Funding
The council considered a resolution to adopt the Clean Water Facilities Plan for the Groveland Utilities North Water Reclamation Facility, prepared by Wooded and Curran. This plan is a prerequisite for seeking funding from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) State Revolving Fund (SRF). The adoption of the plan does not financially obligate the city but is necessary to maintain eligibility for grant and loan funding. The planning effort itself was 100% grant-funded. The proposed facility is a wastewater treatment plant with reclaimed water capabilities, estimated to cost $95 million for design and construction. The city aims to secure $9 million in design funding through the FDEP SRF. The plan addresses the capacity needs driven by approved developments and an agreement with the city of Mascotte, and aims to replace aging infrastructure, including the Sunshine plant. The council ultimately voted to approve the resolution, allowing the city to proceed with the FDEP funding application.
Groveland Council Denies Agreement for Interim City Manager Recruitment
The council considered a resolution to approve a supplemental agreement with Strategic Government Resources (SGR) for the recruitment of an interim city manager. SGR, which is already under contract for the permanent city manager search, would provide a candidate for the interim role at a rate of $135 per hour, with an estimated monthly cost of $20,000. Concerns were raised about the prolonged timeline of the permanent city manager search, which has received 50 applications and is expected to bring candidates to the council in early August. Given the proximity to selecting a permanent manager, the council debated whether hiring an interim manager was necessary. Ultimately, the council voted to deny the resolution.
Groveland Council Approves Revenue Note for South Lake Regional Park Funding
The council discussed a resolution to approve a capital improvement revenue note series for reimbursement of costs related to the construction and equipping of the new South Lake Regional Park facility. The city has received approximately $8 million of the $20.5 million committed by Lake County for the project. The proposed resolution is a six-year loan agreement with Flagstar Public Funding Corp. at a 3.7% interest rate to cover the remaining project costs, estimated at $12.6 million. This loan is structured to align with the quarterly payments the city receives from the county, minimizing interest expense. The city will be responsible for the interest expense and cost of issuance, estimated at $1.54 million over the life of the loan. The loan aims to cover the remaining construction costs of the park, including a volleyball court, boardwalk, and fishing pier, which were part of the interlocal agreement with the county. The council ultimately voted to approve the resolution.
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