Regular City Commission Meeting - 15 October, 2026

At the City of Eustis City Commission’s regular meeting on October 15, 2026, commissioners discussed several financial and property matters. The finance director presented a proposed policy to write off receivables at least five years old and conduct annual write-offs; Resolution 2026-86 sought authority to write off $1,341,785.37 in utility receivables dating from 2009–2021. Commissioners also discussed using a debt-collection agency through a piggyback arrangement with the City of Ocala. The agency would retain 6.49% of amounts collected. A motion to approve Resolution 2026-86 was made, but the transcript does not capture the vote or final outcome. The transcript also does not clearly record a vote on the related policy resolution.

The commission reached consensus to proceed with negotiating a city manager offer, using a $210,000 starting salary; vehicle and relocation terms were also raised, with a further commission meeting anticipated to review the package. On Habitat for Humanity lots connected to an RFP, the city attorney said a lot might not be buildable and would work with staff and Habitat on an agreement to bring back to the commission. Residents also raised questions about possible redevelopment of the Clifford House/community-building property; no related procurement decision was made. The commission approved the consent agenda. It also considered an e-bike ordinance and heard a presentation on city beautification projects, including Palmetto Plaza improvements, but no related purchasing award was identified.