Maitland City Talk

Parkside Chats return on July 6

Ask Mayor McDonald a question or two and meet your new city manager at next month's Parkside Chat at the Maitland Community Park from 8 to 9 a.m. Coffee will be provided.

City Council recap

On Monday, June 27, the City Council met for a meeting:

Two presentations were scheduled:

• Proclamation – Eagle Scouts

• City Council Chambers Art Presentation – Andrea Bailey Cox, Art & History Museums – Maitland

Four public hearings were scheduled:

• Ordinance – Non Exclusive Construction & Demolition Franchise Agreement – Alternative Trucking Services, Inc.

• Ordinance - Amending Chapter 6, Fire Department Impact Fees

• Ordinance – Adopting International Property Maintenance Code

• Ordinance – Adopting 2014 Florida Building Code & Amendments to Chapter 1 of Building Code

The consent agenda was approved as presented:

• Approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of June 13, 2016

• Approve Contract Award for Wastewater Collections System Rehabilitation with GML Coatings, LLC

• Macaw Settlement Agreement

Two decision items were on the agenda:

• Appointments Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (four)

• Resolution - Adopting building and building related permit fees

Discussion items included:

• SGL/FDOT Public Art Program

City offices closed on Monday

City offices will close on Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Have a fun and safe holiday.

We’re hiring!

Have a passion to serve others? Have you considered working for an organization in the public sector with a great work culture, stability and benefits? We're hiring! If you need a part-time opportunity close to home the School Crossing Guard may be for you.

Follow the link below to complete an application and view more information: itsmymaitland.com/employment_openings.aspx

Visit the Maitland Farmers Market this weekend

Visit the Maitland Farmers Market on Sunday for fresh produce for a Fourth of July BBQ and to take a stroll around Lake Lily Park. While you’re at it, pick up a gift for the host from one of the market’s 30 vendors. This week’s musical guest, coordinated by the Performing Arts of Maitland, is Acoustic Beach. Dogs are welcome.

Summer vegetable garden class offered on July 6

The Orange County Extension Office is hosting a class called “Summer Vegetable Garden” on Wednesday, July 6, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Spots are filling fast. To reserve your spot, please visit gardenflorida.eventbrite.com