Hernando County  
Planning & Zoning Commission  
Regular Meeting  
Minutes  
October 31, 2022  
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER  
The public meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM on Monday,October 31, 2022, in the John  
Law Ayers Room, Government Center, Brooksville, Florida. This meeting was advertised in  
the Hernando Sun newspaper and the agenda packet was available on-line at  
www.hernandocounty.us.  
Attendee Name  
Mike Fulford  
Title  
Chairman  
W. Steve Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Mark Johnson  
James Lipsey  
Kyle Benda  
Michelle Miller  
Omar DePablo  
Scott Herring  
Regular Member  
Regular Member  
Regular Member  
Ex Officio Non-voting Member (School Board Rep.)  
Assistant County Attorney  
Planning Administrator  
Senior Planner  
Public Works Director /County Engineer  
Lead Environmental Planner  
Administrative Assistant III  
Dawn Veslor  
Alan Congodon  
Invocation  
Pledge of Allegiance  
Poll Commission for Ex Parte Communications  
Comm. Hickey had neighbors ask about H-22-47 because he is a resident of Glen Lakes.  
Comm. Fulford stated he lived in close proximity to one of the subject parcels.  
The other Commission members indicated they had no ex parte communications concerning  
the petitions being considered at this meeting.  
County Attorney Statement  
Assistant County Attorney Ms. Sikora provided the standard admonition that the Planning and  
Zoning Commission decisions were to be based only on the evidence presented in the  
quasi-judicial proceedings.  
Administering of the Oath  
STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS  
The applicant for Item #10 requested a postponement to a date and time certain of November  
14, 2022 at 9:00AM.  
APPROVAL/MODIFICATION OF AGENDA (Limited to Staff & Commission)  
A motion was made to approve the agenda as written. The motion carried 5-0.  
Motion  
A motion was made to approve the agenda.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
W. Steven Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
ADOPTION OF THE INFORMATION PACKETS INTO EVIDENCE  
The agenda packet submitted to the P&Z included written information regarding all cases to  
be considered which needed to be accepted into evidence for the hearing.  
The staff recommended the P&Z accept the agenda packet, including the staff reports, into  
evidence as if read aloud in their entirety.  
Motion  
A motion was made to adopt the information packet into evidence.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Mark Johnson  
W. Steven Hickey  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
PUBLIC HEARINGS  
STANDARD AGENDA (BOARD SITTING IN ITS QUASI-JUDICIAL CAPACITY)  
CU-22-10 - Amber Stulley, Albert Allen Sr., Cynthia Allen:  
Conditional Use Permit for a Second Residence; Southwest Corner of Grant Street and  
Star Road  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject property.  
Amber Stulley, the applicant, under oath, discussed the petition with the Planning and Zoning  
Commission.  
Julio Jenks, under oath, spoke in favor of the petition.  
Motion  
A motion was made to approve the petitioners request in accordance with the attached staff  
report.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Michael Kierzynski  
W. Steven Hickey  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-49 - Alexander Pinckney:  
Rezoning from R-1C (Residential) to AR (Agricultural/Residential); Northeast corner of  
Antietam Drive and Richardson Boulevard  
The petition was introduced by Mrs. Miller. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to  
show the location of the subject parcel.  
Alexander Pinkney, the petitioner, under oath, discussed the petition with the Planning and  
Zoning Commission.  
Tonya Kaluhiokalani, representing the petition, under oath, discussed the petition with the  
Planning and Zoning Commission.  
No public comment was offered by the audience.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the requested rezoning in accordance with the attached staff report.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Michael Kierzynski  
Mark Johnson  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-62 - Harold and Lorna Barker:  
Rezoning from R-1C (Residential) to AR (Agriculture/Residential); West side of  
Glenchester Drive, approximately 450ˈ from its intersection with Otter Drive  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Lorna Barker, representing the petition, under oath, discussed the petition with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
No public comment was offered by the audience.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the petitioners request in accordance with the attached staff report.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
W. Steven Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-56 - Panther I, LLC:  
Rezoning from AG (Agriculture) to PDP(RUR) / Planned Development Project (Rural)  
with specific AG uses and a Deviation; Southwest intersection of the Suncoast Parkway  
and Centralia Road  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Alan Garman, under oath, representing the petitioner, discussed the petition with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
Matthew Briggs, under oath, spoke against the petition.  
Alan Garman, addressed the concerns presented by Mr. Briggs.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the requested rezoning, with modified performance conditions as reflected in the  
P&Z Action.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Michael Kierzynski  
W. Steven Hickey  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-47 - Suresh Gupta:  
Re-establish a Master Plan on Property CPDP (Combined Planned Development  
Project); Northern terminus of Outer Banks Drive and west of US Highway 19  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition, and requested the addition of a new performance condition  
#10, adjusting the numbering accordingly. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to  
show the location of the subject parcel. He further advised that the project was previously  
vested with the state under Vested 380.  
Jamie Jones, representing the petitioner, under oath, discussed the petition with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
The following people spoke under oath, against the petition: Bob Widmar, Jeffery Parker,  
Kevin Pearson, Robert Chocola, Flora Smith, and Paul Shaskan.  
County Engineer, Scott Herring, under oath, discussed the traffic and water requirements for  
the petition.  
Chairman Fulford discussed the role of the Planning and Zoning Commission.  
Jamie Jones, responded to the concerns expressed during public comment.  
Discussion ensued.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the re-establishment of a master plan with modified performance conditions as  
reflected in the P&Z action.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
W. Steven Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-66 - Trimcor Construction of Florida, Inc:  
Rezoning from AG (Agricultural) to PDP(MF)/Planned Development Project (Multifamily)  
with Deviations; North side of Algood Road, approximately 1,500ˈ west of Wendy Court  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Brian Kiraly, representing the petitioner,under oath, discussed the request with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
The following people spoke, under oath, against the petition: Robert Irwin, John Hoy, BetteJo  
Indelicato, Dan Callaghan, Robert Drosdowich.  
Brian Kiraly, responded to concerns expressed during citizens comments.  
County Engineer,Scott Herring, under oath, addressed the concern about the maintenance of  
the existing drainage.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the petitioner's request for rezoning with deviations and performance conditions as  
reflected in the P&Z action.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Michael Kierzynski  
W. Steven Hickey  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-70 - Pace Center for Girls, Inc:  
Establish a Master Plan on Property Zoned PDP(OP)/Planned Development Project  
(Office Professional) to Include an Educational Facility; Southeast corner of Landover  
Boulevard and Chalmer Street  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Cynthia Montgomery, representing the petitioner, under oath, discussed the petition with the  
Planning and Zoning Commission.  
Robert J. Sabow, under oath, spoke against the petition.  
Cynthia Montgomery, responded to the concerns raised during public comments.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution to  
approve the petitioner's request with performance conditions as reflected in the P&Z action.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Mark Johnson  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-21-50 - Brian Garrison and Vicki McMahon:  
Rezoning from C-1 (General Commercial) to PDP(GC)/Planned Development Project  
(General Commercial) with a Specific C-2 use for Outdoor Storage; West side of Shoal  
Line Boulevard, 1,395’ south of Hermosa Boulevard  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Alan Garman, representing the petitioner, under oath, discussed the request with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
Development Services Director, Aaron Pool, under oath, addressed Comm. Fulford's concern  
about a tractor trailer being parked on the property.  
No public comment was offered by the audience.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners adopt a  
resolution approving the petitioner's request with performance conditions as reflected in the  
P&Z action.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
W. Steven Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-38 - Spring Lake Square, LLC:  
Rezoning from PDP(GC)/Planned Development Project (General Commercial) and C-1  
(General Commercial) to CPDP/Combined Planned Development Project to include  
General Commercial and Multifamily Uses with Deviations; Adjacent to the gas station  
at the southwest corner of Spring Lake Highway and SR 50 (Cortez Boulevard) with  
frontage on both roadways  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Alan Garman, under oath, representing the petitioner, discussed the request with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
County Engineer, Scott Herring, under oath, indicated that the proposed modification to the  
frontage road was acceptable.  
Franklin Skanks, under oath, spoke against the petition.  
Development Services Director, Aaron Pool, under oath, indicated Code Enforcement would  
look into the complaint about unpermitted land clearing.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the petitioner's request with modified performance conditions as reflected in the  
P&Z action.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Mark Johnson  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-58 - Adam Webster:  
Re-establish a Master Plan for a Property Zoned PDP(GHC)/ Planned Development  
Project (General Highway Commercial) and add a Specific C-2 Use for Mini-Warehouse;  
Northwest corner of the intersection of Pythia Place and Linden Drive, approximately  
300ˈ north of County Line Road  
Mrs. Miller requested the item be postponed to the November 14, 2022 P&Z meeting.  
Motion  
A motion was made to postpone the petitioner's request to a date and time certain of  
November 14, 2022.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
W. Steven Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-61 - Cabot Citrus OPCO LLC:  
Establish a Master Plan on Property Zoned CPDP (Combined Planned Development  
Project) with deviations; Northeast side of Ponce De Leon Boulevard (US Highway 98),  
approximately 2200’ southeast of its intersection with the Suncoast Parkway  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcels.  
Don Lacey, representing the petitioner, under oath, discussed the request with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
Daniel Knight, representing the petition, under oath, discussed the request with the Planning  
and Zoning Commission.  
Discussion ensued about performance condition.  
County Engineer, Scott Herring, under oath, asked that the County be copied on all  
applications (item #7).  
Clint Kromhout, P.G., Florida Geological Survey, under oath, agreed with the proposed  
change to #7 in accordance with SWFWMD requirements.  
Rick Kirby, , under oath, advised the Planning and Zoning Commission that as long as the  
utilities are conditioned to be private, then the verbiage to #16 can be removed.  
County Engineer, Scott Herring, under oath, requested the wording to #18 and #19 be  
changed to require notification to FDOT.  
Assistant County Attorney, Maureen Sikora, under oath, advised the Commission that the  
safety concerns are valid.  
Clint Kromhout, P.G., Florida Geological Survey, under oath, stated he is a licensed geologist  
in the state of Florida. He further stated that this is a direct recharge site for the aquafer, and  
any construction disturbing the limestone could result in untreated runoff entering the aquafer.  
Rick Kirbey, Engineering Manager, Hernando County Utilities Department, indicated that there  
is a well head protection area, however, the utilities being private won't affect them.  
Lead Environmental Planner, Dawn Velsor, Hernando County Planning Division, under oath,  
addressed the proposed changes to condition #9 regarding Special Protection Area features.  
J. Merideth Wester, under oath, expressed concerns about the petition.  
Gary Schraut, under oath, spoke in favor of the petition.  
Don Lacey, AICP, addressed the questions expressed during public comment.  
Discussion ensued about the projected number of students for the School District.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the petitioner's request with modified performance conditions.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Michael Kierzynski  
W. Steven Hickey  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-05 - AWN Spring Hill, LLC:  
Master Plan Revision on Property Zoned PDP(GHC)/Planned Development Project  
(General Highway Commercial); Northeast Corner of Cortez Boulevard and Brookridge  
Central Boulevard  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Don Lacey, AICP, representing the petitioner, under oath, discussed the application with the  
Planning and Zoning Commission.  
Kevin Frazier, the petitioner, under oath, also discussed the application with the Planning and  
Zoning Commission.  
Steve Pasono and Gary Schraut, under oath, spoke in favor of the petition.  
Mark Whitley, under oath, spoke against the petition.  
Don Lacey, AICP, responded to the concerns raised during public comment.  
Discussion ensued about hours of operation.  
Scott Herring, County Engineer, under oath, indicated he had no objection to golf cart access  
as long as it is approved by the County Engineer.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners adopt a  
resolution approving the petitioner's request with deviations and modified performance  
conditions.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
W. Steven Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
CPAM-22-04 - New Strategy Holdings, LLC (On Behalf of HWY 98 N. Project, LLC):  
Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Change the Future Land Use on 48.70  
acres from Rural to Residential; East side of McKethan Road (US Highway 98), at its  
intersection with Portage Path  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. . Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Don Lacey, AICP, representing the petitioner, under oath, discussed the application with the  
Planning and Zoning Commission.  
No public comment was offered by the audience.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt an ordinance  
approving a small scale amendment to the Comprehensive Plan as reflected in the P&Z  
action.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
Mark Johnson  
W. Steven Hickey  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
H-22-07 - New Strategy Holdings, LLC (On Behalf of HWY 98 N. Project, LLC):  
Rezoning from AG (Agricultural) to PDP(SF)/Planned Development Project (Single  
Family) with Deviations; East side of McKethan Road at its intersection with Portage  
Path  
Mrs. Miller introduced the petition. Mr. DePablo utilized the overhead projector to show the  
location of the subject parcel.  
Don Lacey, AICP, representing the petitioner, under oath, discussed the request with the  
Planning and Zoning Commission.  
Discussion followed about the lot sizes and buffers.  
No public comment was offered by the audience.  
Motion  
A motion was made to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt a resolution  
approving the petitioner's request for rezoning with deviations and modified performance  
conditions.  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
ADOPTED  
W. Steven Hickey  
Michael Kierzynski  
Fulford, Hickey, Kierzynski and Johnson  
Campbell, McDonald and Carroll  
SECONDER:  
AYES:  
EXCUSED:  
COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF ISSUES  
Mrs. Miller presented the proposed P&Z dates for 2023. All members of the Boarded agreed  
to dates.  
ADJOURNMENT  
The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 P.M.