Public Notices

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Ocala/Marion County Tourism Annual Meeting to be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2025 at from 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at the World Equestrian Center, Expo 2, 1598 NW 87th Ct. Rd., Ocala, FL  34482
_{Posted on the City Website on 11/06/25.}

 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Joint Planning Workshop with the Marion County School Board and Board of County Commissioners and Municipalities to be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 Jacksonville Rd., Ocala, FL  34470.  
_{Posted on the City Website on 11/05/25.}

 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER DISPOSAL OF PUBLIC PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12014 S. WILLIAMS ST, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, PARCEL #3380-0522-01, IN THE CRA WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON 

The Dunnellon City Council will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard in Council Chambers of City Hall at 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431, to consider acceptance of a proposal to purchase the subject property in accordance with Section §163.380, Florida Statutes.  

Further information may be obtained at the City of Dunnellon, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431. Contact Amanda Odom, City Clerk at 352-465-8500 for further information.  

Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard. Comment may be made orally or submitted in writing. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.  

ANY PERSON WISHING TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THIS BOARD OR COMMITTEE WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH MEETINGS OR HEARINGS WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDE THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS MADE.  

_{Persons with disabilities requiring accommodation in order to participate should contact the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500 at least five business days prior to the meeting to request such accommodation. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by using the following numbers: 1-800-955-8770 (voice) or 1-800-955-8771 (TDD).}  

_{Posted on the City Website on 11/04/25.}

 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Dunnellon Christmas Parade to be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.  The parade begins at 21005 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431.  
_{Posted on the City Website on 11/04/25.}

 

NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL

PUBLIC HEARING 

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-11 

 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE XI OF THE CITY'S LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE; AMENDING SECTION 11.2 TO ADD A DEFINITION FOR "MONUMENT SIGN"; AMENDING SECTION 11.3 TO PERMIT MONUMENT SIGNS IN A-1 DISTRICTS AND RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS (R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-2, RBO) ON PROPERTIES OF FIVE ACRES OR MORE, SUBJECT TO SPECIFIED REQUIREMENTS REGARDING NUMBER, SIZE, HEIGHT, ILLUMINATION, MATERIALS, AND DESIGN; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 

The City of Dunnellon Council will hold a Public Hearing regarding Ordinance #ORD2025-11, amending Chapter 11 of the Dunnellon Code of Ordinances relating to sign regulations. The public hearing will be held at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard with respect to the proposed ordinance. Comment may be made orally or submitted in writing. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice. 

The proposed ordinance and back-up materials may be reviewed during normal business hours between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall.  For further information please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1010.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to s. 286.0105, Florida Statutes. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website on 10/21/25.} 
 ^{Published in the Riverland News on 10/31/25.}

NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING 

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-12 

 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 66, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 1 OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADOPTED REVISED GENERAL PARKING REGULATIONS; DELETING CHAPTER 66, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 2 OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES IN ITS ENTIRETY AND ADOPTING UPDATING PARKING REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO ENFORCEMENT IN ITS PLACE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, AND EFFECTIVE DATE. 

The City of Dunnellon Council will hold a Public Hearing regarding Ordinance #ORD2025-12, amending Chapter 66 of the Dunnellon Code of Ordinances relating to parking regulations. The public hearing will be held at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard with respect to the proposed ordinance. Comment may be made orally or submitted in writing. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice. 

The proposed ordinance and back-up materials may be reviewed during normal business hours between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall.  For further information please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1010.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to s. 286.0105, Florida Statutes. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website on 10/21/25.} 
^{Published in the Riverland News on 10/31/25} 

PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS #2025-03 

*Deadline extension to 12:00PM, Monday, October 13, 2025. 

Sealed bids will be accepted by The City of Dunnellon until 12:00 PM, Monday, October 6, 2025, at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida. Bids will be publicly opened, as soon thereafter as possible, for the items listed below:

(1) 2016 Ford Flex Fuel Explorer UT VIN #1FM5K8AR8GGD32745

(1) 2016 Ford Flex Fuel Explorer AWD UT VIN#1FM5K8AR6GGD32744

(1) 2017 Ford Flex Fuel Interceptor UT VIN#1FM5K8AR0HGC87477

(1) 2017 Ford Interceptor UT VIN#1FM5K8AR4HGC91113

Items will be sold “as is”.  Vehicles are available for inspection by appointment only.  Contact the Dunnellon Police Chief at rbray@dunnellonpd.org. 

All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Bid 2025-03 Surplus Vehicles”. 

If you have any questions regarding this ad, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500. 

_{Posted on the City website on 09/18/25.
Published in the Riverland News on 09/26/25.}

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the DCBA Retro Networking Night to be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. Located at Paige's Root Beer, 20430 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Dunnellon, FL 34431.  
_{Posted on the City Website on 10/02/25.}

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISPOSE OF PUBLIC PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12014 S WILLIAMS ST., DUNNELLON, FL 34431.  PARCEL #3380-0522-00 IN THE CRA WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON

The City of Dunnellon hereby gives notice of its intent to dispose of public property within its CRA, by means of sale or exchange only, and to invite proposals from interested parties. All pertinent information will be made available to persons interested in the property pursuant to Florida Statute §163.380, and consistent with the Community Redevelopment Plan. The property referred to herein is located on South Williams Street in the City of Dunnellon CRA and includes the following parcel: Parcel 3380-0522-01 (Zoned: B3 Central Business and Public Use) 

This 30-day notice requirement is established by Florida Statutes, whereby proposals must be made within 30 calendar days after publication of this Notice. At the expiration of this notice period all proposals will be publicly opened and recorded. Proposals received after 12:00 PM on the 30^th day will not be considered. The City and its CRA reserve the right to reject all proposals, to re-notice the property or to keep it for the City’s future use, and to take any other action deemed to be in the best interests of the City and the CRA as provided for by statute. 

Disclosure: The structure on the subject property encroaches onto the adjacent property to the north, being Parcel ID 3380-0520-00. 

Proposals must be sealed and clearly marked: BID #BID2025-05 Surplus Property 12014 S Williams St. Submit to Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon FL 34431 no later than Monday, November 3, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Further information may be obtained at the City of Dunnellon, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431. Contact Amanda Odom, City Clerk at 352-465-8500 for further information.

_{Posted on the City website on 09/18/25.
Published in the Riverland News on 09/26/25.}

NOTICE OF QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING 

REZONING PARCEL ID 3380-0467-00

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-10 

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM (R1-B) ONE-FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL TO (B-3) GENERAL BUSINESS FOR A PORTION OF REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED ON THE MARION COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS PARCEL NUMBER 3380-0467-00 AND COMPRISING +/-0.70 ACRES; PROVIDING DIRECTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  

The City of Dunnellon Council will hold a Quasi-judicial Public Hearing regarding adoption of Ordinance #ORD2025-10, rezoning Parcel Number 3380-0467-00, comprising ~0.70 acres, from (R1-B) One-Family Dwelling Residential to (B-3) General Business. The public hearing will be held at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard with respect to the proposed ordinance. Comment may be made orally or submitted in writing. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.  

The proposed ordinance and back-up materials may be reviewed during normal business hours between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall.  For further information please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1010.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to s. 286.0105, Florida Statutes. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

Posted on the City website on 09/23/25. 
Advertised in the Riverland News on 10/03/25. 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-09 

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE DUNNELLON CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO FENCING; CREATING A NEW SECTION 3.23 ESTABLISHING GENERAL FENCING PROVISIONS; RENUMBERING AND AMENDING EXISTING SECTIONS 3.23 AND 3.24 TO BECOME SECTIONS 3.24 AND 3.25 RESPECTIVELY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

The City of Dunnellon Council will hold a Public Hearing regarding Ordinance #ORD2025-09, amending Chapter 3 of the Dunnellon Code of Ordinances relating to fencing regulations. The public hearing will be held at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard with respect to the proposed ordinance. Comment may be made orally or submitted in writing. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice. 

The proposed ordinance and back-up materials may be reviewed during normal business hours between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall.  For further information please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1010.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to s. 286.0105, Florida Statutes. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the City website on 09/23/25.
Advertised in the Riverland News on 10/03/25.}

PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS #2025-03 

Sealed bids will be accepted by The City of Dunnellon until 12:00 PM, Monday, October 6, 2025, at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida. Bids will be publicly opened, as soon thereafter as possible, for the items listed below:

 (1) 2016 Ford Flex Fuel Explorer UT VIN #1FM5K8AR8GGD32745

(1) 2016 Ford Flex Fuel Explorer AWD UT VIN#1FM5K8AR6GGD32744

(1) 2017 Ford Flex Fuel Interceptor UT VIN#1FM5K8AR0HGC87477

(1) 2017 Ford Interceptor UT VIN#1FM5K8AR4HGC91113

Items will be sold “as is”.  Vehicles are available for inspection by appointment only.  Contact the Dunnellon Police Chief at rbray@dunnellonpd.org. 

All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Bid 2025-03 Surplus Vehicles”. 

If you have any questions regarding this ad, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500. 

_{Posted on the City website on 09/18/25.
Published in the Riverland News on 09/26/25.}

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Marion County Legislative Delegation Meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Located at The College of Central Florida's Klein Center, 3001 SW College Rd., Ocala, FL 34474.  
_{Posted on the City Website on 09/17/25.}

 

City of Dunnellon Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:    September 16, 2025 
MEDIA CONTACT: Amanda Odom, City Clerk 

The Dunnellon City Council, on September 10, 2025, amended its City Council meeting schedule via Resolution #RES2025-30 effective October 1, 2025, as follows: 

City Council Workshop Meetings

 The City Council workshop meetings shall be held the first Monday of each month, beginning at 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise rescheduled or cancelled. 

Persons wishing to place an item on the workshop agenda must make a written request for same to the City Clerk on or before 12:00 p.m. the Wednesday before the workshop meeting, together with any backup material the speaker wishes the Council to consider.  Requests shall be considered in the order they are received.  The City Clerk shall have the discretion to defer a request to a future meeting depending on the volume of business already scheduled on the agenda by staff and City Council.

City Council Regular Meetings

The regular meetings of the City Council shall be held the week following the workshop meeting on Wednesday beginning at 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise rescheduled or cancelled.

Persons wishing to place an item on the regular meeting agenda must make a written request for same to the City Clerk on or before 12:00 p.m. on the day of the workshop meeting, together with any backup material the speaker wishes the Council to consider.  The City Clerk shall present all requests to the City Council during the workshop meeting.  Requests shall be considered generally in the order they are received, subject to adjustments in priority and time sensitivity.  The City Council shall have the discretion to defer a request to a future meeting depending on the volume of business already scheduled on the agenda by staff and City Council. 

Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meetings

CRA workshop meetings and CRA regular meetings will be scheduled prior to council workshop meetings and regular council meetings on a quarterly schedule as per statutory requirement.

_{Posted on the City Website, DCBA, and Social Media 09/16/25.
Advertised in the Riverland News on 09/17/25.} 

 

Notice of Budget Hearing

The City of Dunnellon has tentatively adopted a budget for 2025-2026.  A public hearing to make a FINAL DECISION on the budget AND TAXES will be held on; 

September 24, 2025
5:30 p.m.

at
Dunnellon City Hall
20750 River Drive
Dunnellon, Florida 34431

_{Posted on the City Website on 09/11/25.} 
 ^{Published in the Riverland News on 09/19/25.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the DCBA Dinner Mixer to be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Located at Holy Faith Episcopal Church, 19924 W. Blue Cove Dr. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 08/11/25.}

NOTICE OF DUNNELLON CITY COUNCIL SEAT VACANCY

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Glen Stocker, Council Seat 2 until the November 4, 2026 City Council Election. You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy.

Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-1 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 in order to be considered.

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org 

_{Advertised in the Riverland News 08/08/25, 08/15/25, 08/22/25, and 08/29/25.}

 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CITY OF DUNNELLON
CITY COUNCIL
TO CONSIDER REZONING PARCEL 34529-002-00 

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-02 

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM (A-1) AGRICULTURAL TO (R-1) ONE-FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL FOR REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED ON THE MARION COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS PARCEL NUMBER 34529-002-00 AND COMPRISING +/-15.18 ACRES; PROVIDING DIRECTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 

The City Council will hold a public hearing of the above Ordinance regarding an Ordinance that was initiated by the City of Dunnellon after discovering the property’s current zoning classification of Agricultural is not consistent with its future land use of Low-Density Residential. This change will provide consistency between the two land use designations. Pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 94, Article II, Section 94-37 (12) (a) thru (d) of the Dunnellon, Florida Code of Ordinances.  The public hearing will be held at:

Dunnellon City Hall
20750 River Drive
Dunnellon, FL 34431
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
5:30 p.m. 

COPIES OF THIS RESOLUTION ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT. 

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The city assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website 07/24/25
Advertised in the Riverland News on 08/01/25} 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 

CITY OF DUNNELLON 
PLANNING COMMISSION
TO CONSIDER A SETBACK VARIANCE REQUEST

RESOLUTION #RES2025-18  

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISION OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL      □ APPROVE □ DISAPPROVE A SETBACK VARIANCE FROM THE DUNNELLON CITY CODE, CHAPTER 94, ARTICLE II, SECTION 94-37(12)(a) THROUGH (d), REQUESTED TURKEY CREEK LLC FOR PROPERTY THEY OWN, PROPERLY DESCRIBED ON THE MARION COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS PARCEL NUMBER 3447-013-000.

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing of the above Resolution for recommendation to the City Council in regard to a Variance request to the Dunnellon City Zoning Code, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 94, Article II, Section 94-37 (12) (a) thru (d) of the Dunnellon, Florida Code of Ordinances.  The public hearing will be held at:                                                        

Dunnellon City Hall
20750 River Drive
Dunnellon, FL 34431
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
5:30 p.m.

COPIES OF THIS RESOLUTION ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website 07/24/25
Advertised in the Riverland News 07/25/25}

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2025-08
VACATION RENTAL ORDINANCE REVISIONS 

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-08 

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON AMENDING SECTION 18-242 OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCE REGARDING VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on August 13, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.                          

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.  

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.  

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website 07/22/25
Advertised in the Riverland News on 08/01/25}

NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL QUASI-JUDICIAL
PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE 

The City Council will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding variances for Property located at the intersection of N Williams St & SW 110^th St, being Parcel Number 33615-000-02. The Applicant seeks a variance #VAR2025-01 from Article X, Section 10.8.1- General Buffer Requirements.  

The public hearing will be held at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Wednesday August 13, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. If necessary, any of these public hearings may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.  

The application, filed under application number PZ20250001, submitted by GH&G Florida LLC, together with any back-up materials, may be reviewed during normal business hours 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall. For further information please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500.  

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearings, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.  

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website 07/08/25.
Advertised in the Riverland News 07/25/25}

 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2025-07
PROHIBITING SMOKING AND VAPING IN PUBLIC PARKS

 The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-07

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, PROHIBITING SMOKING AND VAPING IN PUBLIC PARKS; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS, PROVIDING FOR SIGNAGE; PROVIDING FOR PROHIBITIONS AND ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR  CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on July 16, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.                          

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City website 06/18/25
Advertised in the Riverland News 06/27/25}

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2025-06
AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

 The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-06

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY CHANGING THE LAND USE CATEGORY DESIGNATION FOR A PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF 110^TH STREET BETWEEN WILLIAMS STREET & SW 200^TH AVENUE (TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION 33615-000-02), AS MORE SPECIFIALLY DESCRIBED IN THIS ORDINANCE, FROM PUBLIC TO COMMERCIAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on July 16, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.              

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT. 

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City website 06/18/25
Advertised in the Riverland News 06/27/25}

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2025-05
AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-05

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY CHANGING THE LAND USE CATEGORY DESIGNATION OF 4.45 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, FOR A PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20077 SW 110^TH STREET (TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION 33615-000-00), AS MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED IN THIS ORDINANCE, FROM PUBLIC TO COMMERCIAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE 

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on July 16, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.                          

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City website 06/18/25
Advertised in the Riverland News 06/27/25} 

Notice of Dunnellon City Council Seat Vacancy

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Glen Stocker, Council Seat 2 until the November 4, 2026 City Council Election.  You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy.

Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-1 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, July 24, 2025 in order to be considered.

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org

Application
_{Posted on the city website on 06/18/25.} 

 

Fire and Police Pension Board Vacancy 

The City of Dunnellon is seeking volunteers to serve on the Fire & Police Pension Board of Trustees.  City residence and attendance at quarterly meetings is required. If you are interested in volunteering your time by serving on this board, please notify the City Clerk at 352-465-8500. 

Application
Posted on the city website on 06/18/25

 

Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Board Vacancies 

The City of Dunnellon is seeking volunteers to serve on the Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Board. Attendance at monthly meetings is required. If you are interested in volunteering your time by serving on one of these boards, please notify the City Clerk at 352-465-8500. 

Application 
_{Posted on the city website on 06/18/25}

 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the DCBA and Practical Behavior Solutions Business After Hours Event to be held on Friday, June 06, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. located at 11808 N. Ohio St. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 06/02/25} 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER DISPOSAL OF PUBLIC PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20804 WEST PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, PARCEL #3380-0467-00, IN THE CRA WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON

The Dunnellon City Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard in Council Chambers of City Hall at 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431, to consider acceptance of a proposal to purchase the subject property in accordance with Section §163.380, Florida Statutes.

Further information may be obtained at the City of Dunnellon, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431. Contact Amanda Odom, City Clerk at 352-465-8500 for further information.

Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard. Comment may be made orally or submitted in writing. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

ANY PERSON WISHING TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THIS BOARD OR COMMITTEE WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH MEETINGS OR HEARINGS WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDE THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS MADE.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodation in order to participate should contact the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500 at least five business days prior to the meeting to request such accommodation. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by using the following numbers: 1-800-955-8770 (voice) or 1-800-955-8771 (TDD).

_{Posted on the website on 05/29/25
Published in the Riverland News on 06/06/25}

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-04
TEXT AMENDMENTS TO APPENDIX A ZONING AND CHAPTER 94, ARTICLE II

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-04
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING APPENDIX “A” – ‘ZONING’ OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES; AMENDING CHAPTER 94, ARTICLE II OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, AND EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on June 11, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the website on 05/22/25
Published in the Riverland News on 05/30/25}

NOTICE OF DUNNELLON CITY COUNCIL SEAT VACANCY

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Glen Stocker, Council Seat 2 until the November 4, 2026 City Council Election. You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy.

Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-1 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, June 5, 2025 in order to be considered. 

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org 

Application Link

Posted on the city website on 05/15/25.

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Chaplin A. Dinkins, III Memorial Park (City Beach) Clean Up day to be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. located at 12099 Palmetto Court. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 05/07/25} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the May DCBA Dinner Mixer at the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County to be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. located at 20077 SW 110th St. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 05/07/25} 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2025-03
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

                       

                                                                         ORDINANCE #ORD2025-03
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, RELATING TO STORMWATER RUNOFF, SEDIMENTATION AND EROSION CONTROL, CONSTRUCTION WASTE CONTROL, AND ILLICIT STORMWATER CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES; AMENDING CODE OF ORDINANCES, SUBPART B, LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 98, SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT CRITERIA; ARTICLE IV. DESIGN GUIDELINES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; CODIFICATION; SEVERABILITY; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on May 14, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted to the website on 04/23/2025
Advertised in the Riverland News on 05/02/2025}

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the North Florida Transportation Planning Summit to be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. located at the Suwannee County Fairgrounds at 1302 11th Street, Live Oak, FL 
_{Posted on the City Website on 04/16/25}

Volunteers Needed - Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Board

The City of Dunnellon is seeking volunteers to serve on the Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Board. Attendance at monthly meetings is required. If you are interested in volunteering your time by serving on one of these boards, please notify the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or click HERE for an application.

STORM DRAIN MARKING EVENT

The City of Dunnellon Public Works Department will be conducting a storm drain marking event on March 13, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Pennsylvania Avenue and from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Vogt Springs neighborhood to raise awareness about the importance of preventing pollution in our waterways.

What to expect:
• Public Works staff and volunteers will be stenciling messages on storm drains reminding residents that anything dumped into them flows directly to local water bodies, like lakes and rivers.
• Markings will include "No Dumping, Drains to Waterway”

How you can help:
• Volunteer to participate in the storm drain marking event!
• Be mindful of where you dispose of yard waste, pet waste, chemicals and other debris.
• If you see someone dumping improperly, politely remind them about the impact on our environment.
• Always report illegal dumping into storm drains! Additional information can be found here: City of Dunnellon Stormwater Compliance

For more information, or to sign up to volunteer for the event, please contact the Public Works Department at 352-465-8590 or email wbarrow@dunnellon.org

 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER DISPOSAL OF PUBLIC PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20804 WEST PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, PARCEL #3380-0467-00, IN THE CRA WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON

The Dunnellon City Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard in Council Chambers of City Hall at 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431, to consider acceptance of a proposal to purchase the subject property in accordance with Section §163.380, Florida Statutes.

Further information may be obtained at the City of Dunnellon, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431. Contact Amanda Odom, City Clerk at 352-465-8500 for further information.

Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard. Comment may be made orally or submitted in writing. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

ANY PERSON WISHING TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THIS BOARD OR COMMITTEE WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH MEETINGS OR HEARINGS WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDE THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS MADE.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodation in order to participate should contact the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500 at least five business days prior to the meeting to request such accommodation. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by using the following numbers: 1-800-955-8770 (voice) or 1-800-955-8771 (TDD).

Posted on Website 02/25/25
Advertised in the Riverland News 03/07/25 

 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2025-01
Planning Commission School Board Member Appointment

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2025-01

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 94, ARTICLE II OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE FOR AN EX OFFICIO MEMBER OF THE CITY’S PLANNING COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, AND EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on March 12, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

Posted on Website 02/20/25
Advertised in the Riverland News 02/28/25 

US 41 ROADWORK 

In the coming weeks, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will commence Project #448526-1 on US 41 from north of the Withlacoochee River Bridge in Citrus County through Dunnellon to SW 110^th Street. The project will consist of road resurfacing and reconfiguration of the US 41 and CR 484 intersection. Preconstruction activities may include locates, markings, and signage. Construction is slated to begin on or around February 27, 2025, and continue through February 2026. The following links contain additional information published on the FDOT website, including contact information for FDOT’s Community Outreach Specialist. 

Project Description
2023 Public Meeting Presentation

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the 2025 Dunnellon Boomtown Days event to be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. located in the City of Dunnellon Historic District.  
_{Posted on the City Website on 01/30/25.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the joint meeting with Marion County Public School, Municipalities, and Marion County Board of County Commissioners to be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 beginning at 9:00 a.m. located at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion Auditorium, 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd., Ocala FL  34470.   
_{Posted on the City Website on 01/23/25.} 

Volunteers Needed - Historic Preservation Board and Planning Commission

The City of Dunnellon is seeking volunteers to serve on the Historic Preservation Board and Planning Commission. Attendance at monthly meetings is required. If you are interested in volunteering your time by serving on one of these boards, please notify the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or click HERE for an application.

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Dunnellon Chamber & Business Association Brainstorming Breakfast to be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. located at the Comfort Inn & Suites, 20052 Brooks St., Dunnellon, FL  
_{Posted on the City Website on 01/14/24.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Ribbon Cutting for the Boys & Girls Club of Dunnellon to be held on January 15, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. The event will be located at 20077 SW 110th St., Dunnellon, FL  
_{Posted on the City Website on 01/14/24.} 

NOTICE OF DUNNELLON CITY COUNCIL SEAT VACANCY

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Glen Stocker, Council Seat 2 until the November 4, 2026 City Council Election. You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy. 

Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-1 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, January 30, 2025 in order to be considered.

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org

Application

_{Posted on the Website 01/13/25.}

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARING

Under the City of Dunnellon Code of Ordinances Chapter 99 – Property Maintenance Codes and F.S. 83.51 & F.S. 162.09(3).

Cases to be heard are as follows:

Case #CE0314-006 for Parcel #3350-004-003, Property Address: 20795 Third Avenue, Dunnellon.  Notice of hearing mailed 11/01/2024.

Case #CE2024-019 for Parcel #3447-020-000, Property Address: 12595 Tomahawk Drive, Dunnellon. Notice of Violation mailed 08/13/2024, Notice of Hearing mailed 11/19/2024.

A Special Magistrate hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS NOTICE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON FL.34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCORAGED TO ATTEND. INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO COMMENT ON A SPECIFIC CASE MAY DO SO BY SWEARING IN AS A WITNESS AT THE START OF THE MEETING.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the Website 11/19/24. 
Published in the Riverland News on 11/29/24.} 

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISPOSE OF PUBLIC PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20699 CHESTNUT STREET, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, PARCEL #3380-1359-00, IN THE CRA WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON

The City of Dunnellon hereby gives notice of its intent to dispose of public property within its CRA, by means of sale, pursuant to Section 163.380(2), Florida Statutes. It is the City’s intent to accept a proposal in the amount of $25,000 in response to BID#2024-05 pursuant to Section 163.380(2), Florida Statutes, and consistent with the Community Redevelopment Plan. The property referred to herein is located on Chestnut Street in the City of Dunnellon CRA and includes the following parcel:

• Parcel 3380-1359-00 (Vacant Lot – Zoned: Public)

Pursuant to Section 163.380(3)(a), Florida Statutes, prior to disposition of any real property in a community redevelopment area, the community redevelopment agency shall give public notice of such proposed disposition by publication in a newspaper having a general circulation in the community, at least 30 days prior to the execution of any contract to sell, lease, or thereto. The community redevelopment agency shall consider all such redevelopment or rehabilitation proposals and the financial and legal ability of the persons making such proposals to carry them out. The community redevelopment agency may negotiate with any persons for proposals for the conveyance of any real property acquired by it in the community redevelopment area. The community redevelopment agency may accept such proposals as it deems to be in the public interest and in furtherance of Chapter 163, Part III, Florida Statutes.

The Dunnellon City Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. to consider acceptance of a proposal to purchase the subject property in the amount of $25,000 in accordance with Section §163.380(2), Florida Statutes.

Further information may be obtained at the City of Dunnellon, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431. Contact Amanda Odom, City Clerk at 352-465-8500 for further information.

ANY PERSON WISHING TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THIS BOARD OR COMMITTEE WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH MEETINGS OR HEARINGS WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDING IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDE THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS MADE.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodation in order to participate should contact the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500 at least five business days prior to the meeting to request such accommodation. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by using the following numbers: 1-800-955-8770 (voice) or 1-800-955-8771 (TDD).

Posted on the City website 10/21/24 
Published in the Riverland News 11/01/24

 

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISPOSE
OF PUBLIC PROPERTY LOCATED AT
20804 WEST PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431,
PARCEL #3380-0467-00
IN THE CRA WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON

The City of Dunnellon hereby gives notice of its intent to dispose of public property within its CRA, by means of sale or exchange only, and to invite proposals from interested parties. All pertinent information will be made available to persons interested in the property pursuant to Florida Statute §163.380, and consistent with the Community Redevelopment Plan. The property referred to herein is located on West Pennsylvania Avenue in the City of Dunnellon CRA and includes the following parcel: Parcel 3380-0467-00 (Zoned: B3 Central Business and RBO Residential Business Office)

This 30-day notice requirement is established by Florida Statutes, whereby proposals must be made within 30 calendar days after publication of this Notice. At the expiration of this notice period all proposals will be publicly opened and recorded. Proposals received after 6:00PM on the 30th day will not be considered. The City and its CRA reserve the right to reject all proposals, to re-notice the property or to keep it for the City’s future use, and to take any other action deemed to be in the best interests of the City and the CRA as provided for by statute.

Proposals must be sealed and clearly marked: BID #BID2024-07 Surplus Property 20804 West Pennsylvania Avenue. Submit to Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon FL 34431 no later than Monday, November 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Further information may be obtained at the City of Dunnellon, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431. Contact Amanda Odom, City Clerk at 352-465-8500 for further information.
Click here for photos
_{Posted on the City website 10/16/24. 
Published in the Riverland News 10/25/24.}

 

PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed bids will be accepted by The City of Dunnellon until 10:00 AM, Monday, October 28, 2024 at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida. Bids will be publicly opened, as soon thereafter as possible, for the items listed below:

(1) 1999 Triple Crown Lawn Trailer Serial#27501206080991908
(1) Turf-Tiger II 61’ Zero-Turn Mower Serial #M0302304
(1) Tigercat 25hp 48’ Zero-Turn Mower Serial #E9300081

Items will be sold “as is” as one unit. These are available for inspection by appointment by contacting Dunnellon Public Works Manager at (352) 208-9021. Minimum acceptable bid is $8,000.00. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Bid 2024-06 Surplus Equipment – Trailer and Mowers”.

If you have any questions in regards to this ad, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500. 

_{Posted on the City Website 10/15/24
Published in the Ocala Star Banner on 10/18/24.}

 

NOTICE OF CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA REFERENDUM ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024 

In accordance with Section 100.342, Florida Statutes, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the City of Dunnellon Florida that on the General Election Ballot on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the City of Dunnellon will submit the following referendum question to the City of Dunnellon qualified registered electors pertaining to the purchase of goods. 

The referendum results from Ordinance No. 2022-06 passed by the Dunnellon City Council on July 11, 2022. The question to be placed on the ballot for consideration by the electors of the City of Dunnellon will be: 

PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS FOR GOODS

Shall the Charter of the City of Dunnellon be amended to require that purchases of major items (goods) in an amount over $5,000.00 but less than $35,000.00 shall not be awarded without first obtaining a minimum of two written bids or proposals, and that purchases of major items (goods) in an amount of $35,000.00 or greater shall not be awarded until after the City advertises to receive sealed bids proposals? 

                                                     Yes       [ ]

                                                       No        [ ]

Polling places will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time on November 5, 2024. Mail ballots are available through the Marion County Supervisor of Elections Office by calling 352-620-3290 or visiting www.votemarion.org. Early voting will occur in accordance with the controlling provisions of State law. The DEADLINE FOR VOTER REGISTRATION IS OCTOBER 7, 2024. 

In the event a person desires to obtain a copy of Ordinance No. 2022-06 or any materials related to the referendum election, she or he may obtain a copy from the City Clerk at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance in obtaining any information from the City should contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or visit the website at www.dunnellon.org

Posted on City Website 10/07/24

 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2024-08
SCHOOL ZONE SPEED ENFORCEMENT

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-08

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CITY CODE BY VACATING AND DELETING ‘CHAPTER 39 – TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT, TRAFFIC CALMING, PARKING AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY’ IN ITS ENTIRETY; CREATING ‘CHAPTER 66, ARTICLE IV – SCHOOL SPEED ZONE ENFORCEMENT’; ESTABLISHING A SCHOOL ZONE SPEED ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM TO AUTHORIZE THE USE OF SPEED DETECTION SYSTEMS WITHIN THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR DESIGNATION OF SCHOOL ZONES; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES; PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION OF EVIDENCE, PUBLIC RECORDS, AND RETENTION REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR ANNUAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE REMITTANCE OF COLLECTED FINES AND COSTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on October 16, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on Website 09/26/24
Advertised in the Riverland News 10/04/24} 

NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING

The City of Dunnellon has tentatively adopted a budget for 2024-2025. A public hearing to make a FINAL DECISION on the budget AND TAXES will be held on
September 25, 2024
5:30 p.m.
At
Dunnellon City Hall
20750 River Drive
Dunnellon, Florida 34431 

_{Posted on the City website 09/12/24
Advertised in the Riverland News on 09/20/24}

PUBLIC NOTICE

September 27, 2024
CLOSING OF VOTER REGISTRATION
GENERAL ELECTION

THE CLOSING OF VOTER REGISTRATION FOR
THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 GENERAL ELECTION IS
OCTOBER 7, 2024 AT 5:00 P.M.
If you have not registered, you may register online by
visiting www.votemarion.com or by submitting a
completed voter registration form to the Marion County
Supervisor of Elections, Marion County Election Center
Physical address: 981 NE 16th Street, Ocala, FL 34470
Mailing address: P.O. Box 289, Ocala, FL 34478-0289

_{Posted 09/11/24:
City of Dunnellon Website
Dunnellon City Hall
Dunnellon Chamber of Commerce
Dunnellon Library
Riverland News: 09/27/2024}

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2024-09
CRA PLAN AMENDMENTS

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-09

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE DUNNELLON COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT PLAN; ADDRESSING FUTURE AMENDMENTS TO THE DUNNELLON COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT PLAN; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on September 25, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, Florida 34431. Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard with respect to the proposed ordinance. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.                         

The proposed ordinance together with any back-up materials may be reviewed at Dunnellon City Hall during normal business hours, Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.  

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to s. 286.0105, Florida Statutes.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring a special accommodation at this hearing because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the City Clerk at (352) 465-8500.

Posted on the City Website 09/04/24. 
Posted in the Riverland News on 09/13/24. 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2024-07
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-07

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, UPDATING DEFINITIONS AND REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on September 11, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500
_{Published to Riverland News on 08/30/24.
Posted to the Website on 08/22/24.} 

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARING
ABATEMENT OF UNSAFE STRUCTURES

Under the City of Dunnellon Code of Ordinances Chapter 99 – Property Maintenance Codes, the Building Official has declared the below properties to be unsafe.

Cases to be heard are as follows:

Case #CE2024-002 for Parcel #3380-1855-00, Property Address: 20876 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon. Notice of Violation mailed 03/13/2024, Notice of Hearing mailed 04/04/2024.

Case #CE2022-148 for Parcel #3380-1334-01, Property Address: 20690 W. McKinney Avenue, Dunnellon. Notice of Violation mailed 02/22/2023, Notice of Hearing mailed 04/04/2024.

Case #CE2024-010 for Parcel #3381-007-012, Property Address: 20415 The Granada, Dunnellon. Notice of Violation mailed 05/15/2024, Notice of Hearing mailed 07/17/2024.

A Special Magistrate hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS NOTICE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO COMMENT ON A SPECIFIC CASE MAY DO SO BY SWEARING IN AS A WITNESS AT THE START OF THE MEETING.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted to the Website 08/22/24. 
Published in the Riverland News on 08/30/24.}

Notice of Intent to Dispose of Public Property Located at 20699 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, Florida 34431, Parcel #3380-1359-00, In The CRA Within the City of Dunnellon.

The City of Dunnellon hereby gives notice of its intent to dispose of public property within its CRA, by means of sale or exchange only, and to invite proposals from interested parties. All pertinent information will be made available to persons interested in the property pursuant to Florida Statute §163.380, and consistent with the Community Redevelopment Plan.

Please Click Here for More Information.

_{Posted on the City website 08/08/2024}. 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Dunnellon Chamber & Business Association Volunteer Expo be held at Holy Faith Episcopal Church Hall located at 19924 W. Blue Cove Dr., Dunnellon on Saturday, September 21st  from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 08/05/24.} 

2024 Charter Amendment to Appear on the Ballot 

The proposed amendment will appear on the ballot as follows:
CHARTER BALLOT QUESTION
CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA
REFERENDUM ELECTION
PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS FOR GOODS

Shall the Charter of the City of Dunnellon be amended to require that purchases of major items (goods) in an amount over $5,000.00 but less than $35,000.00 shall not be awarded without first obtaining a minimum of two written bids or proposals, and that purchases of major items (goods) in an amount of $35,000.00 or greater shall not be awarded until after the City advertises to receive sealed bids proposals?

Click here for Understanding Your City Charter.

 

Notice of Proclamation Declaring State of Emergency

The City of Dunnellon declared the following Proclamation.

PROCLAMATION PRO2024-03
City of Dunnellon, Florida
Declaration of a Local State of Emergency

WHEREAS, a well-defined tropical wave, now identified as 97L, could develop into a tropical depression, or stronger storm system, this weekend or early next week over the eastern Gulf of Mexico or near the Florida Peninsula. This storm system has the potential to produce severe weather in Marion County, including severe thunderstorms and strong wind gusts, possible tornados and potential flooding due to multi-day heavy rain events. As such, there currently exists a threat to the health, safety, and well-being to the citizens of Dunnellon and Marion County, and the concomitant need to prepare for such threat; and

WHEREAS, Governor Ron DeSantis on August 1, 2024, issued Executive Order Number 24-156 related to this storm system. Section 1 of the Executive Order declares that a state of emergency exists in multiple Florida counties, including Marion County. A copy of this Executive Order is attached hereto as Exhibit A and is incorporated herein by reference.

WHEREAS, it is incumbent upon the City of Dunnellon, Florida, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, to take every prudent measure to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens and their property located in Dunnellon; and

WHEREAS, Florida Statute subsection 252.38(3), enumerating the emergency management powers of political subdivisions, provides at subparagraph (a)5, in part, “The duration of each state of emergency declared locally is limited to 7 days; it may be extended, as necessary, in 7 day increments.” and,

WHEREAS, the State Emergency Management Act [sections 252.31-252.60, Fla. Stat.] defines "Emergency" as "any occurrence, or threat thereof, whether natural, technological, or manmade, in war or in peace, which results in or may result in substantial injury or harm to the population or substantial damage to or loss of property." Sec. 252.34(3), Fla. Stat. (Emphasis added); and

WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the citizens of Dunnellon to activate emergency management preparations in order to minimize the hazards and damage that may be created by such storm; and

WHEREAS, certain additional personnel and specialized equipment are required to assist in administering the needs of the citizens and to determine the extent of damage; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor of Dunnellon hereby determines that tropical wave, now identified as Invest 97L, qualifies as an “emergency” as defined in F.S. Sec. 252.34(4) within the City of Dunnellon and such storm justifies the adoption of this declaration of state of local emergency.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Walter L. Green, Mayor of the City of Dunnellon, in accordance with the provisions of Florida Statute 252.38 and Chapter 22, Section 22.34 of the City’s Code of Ordinances, promulgate the following Declaration:

Section 1: A state of local emergency is hereby declared immediately, today, August 2, 2024, due to the likelihood that heavy rains and winds may result in extreme localized flooding, wind damage and possible tornadic activity in the City of Dunnellon.

Section 2: Pursuant to City of Dunnellon Ordinance 98-1, the City of Dunnellon Emergency Management Plan is hereby activated, and the Emergency Management Coordinator of the City of Dunnellon shall have the power, authority, and duty to take any and all action under the plan necessary for the preservation of the health, welfare, and safety of the people of Dunnellon.

Section 3: The Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Division of Emergency Management shall provide overall coordination for County response and the City of Dunnellon shall coordinate through the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Division of Emergency Management regarding any assistance to be provided.

Section 4: All agencies will provide the necessary assistance as requested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Division of Emergency Management.

Section 5: The provision of the Declaration is in effect immediately and shall remain in effect for a period of seven (7) days, unless otherwise extended in seven day increments as necessary, after determining the need therefore, based on the latest information from the Director of the Division of Emergency Management. Each such extension shall be documented by written memoranda to the Director of the Division of Emergency Management.

DECLARED this 2nd day of August 2024.

Notice of Public Hearing

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following ordinance.

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-06

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 3 OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON CODE OF ORDINANCES AND UPDATING FINES RELATED TO ISSUANCE OF CIVIL MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATION TICKETS FOR BOATING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on August 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the website 07/24/24
Posted in the Riverland News on 08/02/24}

Notice of Public Hearing

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following ordinance.

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-05

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, UPDATING FINES FOR PARKING TICKETS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on August 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.  

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the website 07/24/24
Posted in the Riverland News on 08/02/24}

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the funeral services of former Councilman Chuck Smith to be held at Dunnellon Presbyterian Church located at 20641 Chestnut St., Dunnellon on Saturday, July 6th beginning  at 10:00 a.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 07/02/24.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Dunnellon Chamber & Business Association Dinner Mixer to be held at Juliette Falls located at 6933 SW. 179th Ave. Rd., Dunnellon on Tuesday, June 25th beginning  at 5:30 p.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 06/20/24.} 

Notice of Dunnellon City Council Seat Vacancy

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Chuck Dillon, Council Seat 2 until the November 5, 2024 City Council Election. You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy. 

Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-1 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, August 1, 2024 in order to be considered.

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org.
_{Posted to City website 06/18/2024.}  

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to be held at The Station located at 20600 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Dunnellon on Saturday, June 22nd beginning  at 10:00 a.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 06/18/24.} 

Notice of Partnership with AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program

The City of Dunnellon, in partnership with the AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program, is seeking eligible individuals to participate in the program.  The AARP Foundation enrolls eligible senior job seekers and partners with local nonprofits and public agencies to provide training and employment. Participants train an average of 20 hours per week while having access to many services and skills training.   To participate, you must be age 55 or older, unemployed and have limited income.  Interested individuals may contact the AARP Workforce Program at 352-371-9510 to apply.

Flyer: SCSEP Flyer
_{Posted on City Website 05/29/24.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Memorial Day Ceremony to be held at American Legion Post 58 located at 10730 S. US Highway 41, Dunnellon on Monday, May 27th beginning  at 11:00 a.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 05/23/24.} 

Notice of Public Hearing

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following ordinance.

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-02

AN ORDINANCE RELATED TO ANIMAL WELFARE; ESTABLISHING LIMITS ON THE NUMBER OF DOGS AND CATS OWNED OR KEPT ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES; DEFINING ‘ANIMAL RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS’ AND PROVIDING FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF SAME WITHIN SPECIFIED ZONING DISTRICTS WITHIN THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing on the proposed Ordinance will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, beginning at 5:30 p.m. or soon thereafter before the City Council. The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers, Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

Interested parties may submit written comments at or before the public hearing, or provide oral comments at the public hearing regarding the proposed ordinance.

The public may inspect the Ordinance during normal business hours 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall.

For additional information or assistance please contact the following prior to the meeting: Mandy Odom, City Clerk, modom@dunnellon.org or 352-465-8500

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

Provide public comment prior to the meeting: You may provide written comments, evidence, and/or written testimony by emailing the City Clerk no later than June 12, 2024 at 12:00 Noon at modom@dunnellon.org or by regular mail at 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431. Provide your full name and address.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website 05/22/2024
Posted in the Riverland News 05/31/24}

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to be held at Discreet Boutique located at 20491 The Granada Suite 1., Dunnellon on May 31st beginning  at 10:00 a.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 05/15/24.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the City Beach River Clean-Up to be held at Chaplin A. Dinkins, III Memorial Park (City Beach) located at 12099 Palmetto Ct., Dunnellon on May 16th beginning  at 9:00 a.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 05/13/24.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Dunnellon Chamber and Business Association Dinner Mixer to be held at The Front Porch Restaurant & Pie Shop located at 12039 N. Florida Ave., Dunnellon on May 28th beginning  at 6:00 p.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 05/13/24.} 

Notice of Dunnellon City Council Seat Vacancy

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Chuck Dillon, Council Seat 2 until the November 5, 2024 City Council Election. You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy. Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-6 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, May 30, 2024 in order to be considered.

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org.
_{Posted to City website 05/01/2024.}  

Notice of Public Hearing

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following ordinance.

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-04

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 18-49 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY INCREASING BUSINESS TAX RECEIPT FEES CURRENTLY LISTED IN SAID SECTION BY THE AMOUNT OF FIVE PERCENT (5% = $3.01) AS ALLOWED BY SECTION 205.0535(4) FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on May 15, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted on the City Website 04/24/24
Posted in the Riverland News on 05/03/24}

Notice of Public Hearing

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following ordinance.

ORDINANCE #ORD2024-01

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE DUNNELLON CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE IX, MOBILE FOOD DISPENSING VEHICLES; PROVIDING REGULATIONS FOR MOBILE FOOD DISPENSING VEHICLES OPERATING WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON; ESTABLISHING A ZONE FOR OPERATION OF MOBILE FOOD DISPENSING VEHICLES; ESTABLISHING PROHIBITIONS; ESTABLISHING OPERATING REQUIREMENTS; ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS; AMENDING APPENDIX A – ZONING, OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE DEFINITIONS AND ZONE OF OPERATIONS ESTABLISHED HEREIN WITHIN CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE IX OF THE DUNNELLON CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing on the proposed Ordinance will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, beginning at 5:30 p.m. or soon thereafter before the City Council. The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers, Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

Interested parties may submit written comments at or before the public hearing, or provide oral comments at the public hearing regarding the proposed ordinance.

The public may inspect the Ordinance during normal business hours 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall.

For additional information or assistance please contact the following prior to the meeting:  Mandy Odom, City Clerk, modom@dunnellon.org or 352-465-8500

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

_{Posted on the City website 03/20/24.
Posted in the Riverland News 03/29/24.}

Notice of Public Hearing

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Resolution.

RESOLUTION #RES2024-11

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA ADOPTING AN INVENTORY LIST OF CITY OWNED REAL PROPERTY THAT IS APPROPRIATE FOR USE AS AFFORDABLE HOUSING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing on the proposed Resolution will be held on April 10, 2024, beginning at 5:30 p.m. or soon thereafter before the City Council. The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers, Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

Interested parties may submit written comments at or before the public hearing, or provide oral comments at the public hearing regarding the proposed ordinance.

The public may inspect the Resolution during normal business hours 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall.

For additional information or assistance please contact the following prior to the meeting: Mandy Odom, City Clerk, modom@dunnellon.org or 352-465-8500

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

Provide public comment prior to the meeting:
You may provide written comments, evidence, and/or written testimony by emailing the City Clerk no later than April 10, 2024 at 12:00 Noon at modom@dunnellon.org or by regular mail at 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431. Provide your full name and address.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the City website 03/20/24.
Posted in the Riverland News 03/29/24.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the joint meeting with Marion County School Board, Marion County BOCC and other Municipalities to be held at SELP (Southeastern Livestock Pavilion) located at 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd., Ocala on March 27, 2024, between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. 
_{Posted on the City Website on 03/12/24.} 

Notice of Police Department Bargaining Unit Negotiations

Dunnellon City Hall Council Chamber
20750 River Drive
Dunnellon, FL  34431
March 20, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. 

Notice is hereby given that on the date listed above the City of Dunnellon will be negotiating articles of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Dunnellon Police Department represented by the Florida Police Benevolent Association.  These meetings are sunshine meetings and open to the public.

_{Posted on the City Website and City Hall bulletin board on 03/06/24.}

Notice of Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing 

NOTICE OF QUASI - JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER APPLICATION #SPL20230344 FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL

The City Council will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing for recommendations regarding site plan review for property located on W. Hwy 40, being parcel number 33690-000-00, for a project described as Follow That Dream RV Park.  Interested parties will have an opportunity to be heard. 

The public hearing will be held at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

The application, filed under application number #SPL20230344, submitted by Rodney Rogers of Rogers Engineering, LLC on behalf of Southern Springs, Inc., together with any back-up materials may be reviewed during normal business hours 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday, at Dunnellon City Hall.  For further information, please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1011.

APPEAL: NECCESSITY OF RECORD.  Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105.  The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record; however, the hearing will be audio recorded by the City for public use.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the City website 02/22/24.
Posted in the Riverland News 03/01/24.}

Notice of Public Hearing - Ordinance #ORD2024-01 Mobile Food Vending

 The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

                                               ORDINANCE #ORD2024-01

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE DUNNELLON CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE IX, MOBILE FOOD DISPENSING VEHICLES; PROVIDING REGULATIONS FOR MOBILE FOOD DISPENSING VEHICLES OPERATING WITHIN THE CITY OF DUNNELLON; ESTABLISHING A ZONE FOR OPERATION OF MOBILE FOOD DISPENSING VEHICLES; ESTABLISHING PROHIBITIONS; ESTABLISHING OPERATING REQUIREMENTS; ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS; AMENDING APPENDIX A – ZONING, OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE DEFINITIONS AND ZONE OF OPERATIONS ESTABLISHED HEREIN WITHIN CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE IX OF THE DUNNELLON CODE OF ORIDNANCES; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on March 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

To access the City Council meeting on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. please visit the City’s website at www.dunnellon.org for instructions.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING IS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the City website 02/22/24.
Posted in the Riverland News 03/01/24.} 

Notice of Public Hearing - Ordinance #ORD2024-02 Animal Control

 The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

                                               ORDINANCE #ORD2024-02

AN ORDINANCE RELATED TO ANIMAL WELFARE; ESTABLISHING LIMITS ON THE NUMBER OF DOGS AND CATS OWNED OR KEPT ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES; DEFINING ‘ANIMAL RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS’ AND PROVIDING FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF SAME WITHIN SPECIFIED ZONING DISTRICTS WITHIN THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on March 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

To access the City Council meeting on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. please visit the City’s website at www.dunnellon.org for instructions.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING IS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the City website 02/22/24.
Posted in the Riverland News 03/01/24.} 

Notice of Public Hearing - Ordinance #ORD2024-03 Special Events

 The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

                                               ORDINANCE #ORD2024-03

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CITY OF DUNNELLON CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; PROVIDING FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ADMISTRATIVE ACTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF A NEW CHAPTER OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES ENTITLED “CHAPTER 11 - SPECIAL EVENTS”; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND SCRIVENER’S ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on March 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

To access the City Council meeting on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. please visit the City’s website at www.dunnellon.org for instructions.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING IS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the City website 02/22/24.
Posted in the Riverland News 03/01/24.} 

Notice of Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing 

NOTICE OF QUASI - JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER APPLICATION #SPL20230344 FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL.

The Planning Commission of the City of Dunnellon will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing for recommendation to the City Council regarding a Site Plan Review requested by Rogers Engineering, LLC on behalf of Southern Springs, Inc., for property located on W. Hwy 40, being parcel number 33690-000-00, for a project described as Follow That Dream RV Park.  Interested parties will have an opportunity to be heard. 

The public hearing will be held at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL 34431, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice. The application and back-up materials may be reviewed during normal business hours 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday, at Dunnellon City Hall.  For further information, please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1011.

Interested parties may appear at the meeting and be heard with respect to the proposed project.  Please be advised that all oral and written communications prior to the hearing concerning the case between any member of the Planning Commission and the applicant or the public are strongly discouraged under Florida law.

A person who decides to appeal any decision made by any board, agency, or council with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings.  For such purposes, any such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based (Florida Statutes, 286.0105).

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT KELLY WYEN AT (352) 465-8500 EXT. 1011.

Notice of Public Hearing - Ordinance #ORD2024-03 Special Events

 The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

                                               ORDINANCE #ORD2024-03

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CITY OF DUNNELLON CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; PROVIDING FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ADMISTRATIVE ACTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF A NEW CHAPTER OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES ENTITLED “CHAPTER 11 - SPECIAL EVENTS”; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND SCRIVENER’S ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on February 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

To access the City Council meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. please visit the City’s website at www.dunnellon.org for instructions.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING IS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted on the City website 01/25/24.
Posted in the Riverland News 02/02/24.} 

Notice of Public Hearing - Ordinance #ORD2023-02 Parking Agreements

 The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

                                               ORDINANCE #ORD2023-02
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, UPDATING REQUIREMENTS PERTAINING TO PARKING AGREEMENTS AND EXEMPTIONS IN ORDER TO CORRECT 2018 CODIFICATION ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on January 10, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive. If necessary, the public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.

COPIES OF THIS ORDINANCE ARE AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE AT DUNNELLON CITY HALL, 20750 RIVER DRIVE, DUNNELLON, FLORIDA 34431, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M.  THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND COMMENT.

To access the City Council meeting on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. please visit the City’s website at www.dunnellon.org for instructions.

APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the City Council at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The City assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record, however, the hearings will be audio recorded by the City for public use. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING IS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500

_{Posted in the Riverland News 12/29/23}

Notice of Dunnellon City Council Seat Vacancy

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Wally Dunn, Council Seat 1, until the November 5, 2024 City Council Election.  You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy. 

Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-6 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 in order to be considered.

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org

Notice of Dunnellon City Council Seat Vacancy

Notice is hereby given that the City of Dunnellon is seeking interested, qualified electors to submit an application to fill the unexpired term of Wally Dunn, Council Seat 1 and Juliane Mendonca, Council Seat 2, until the November 5, 2024 City Council Election.  You must reside within the incorporated City of Dunnellon to apply for this vacancy. 

Pursuant to the City Charter, Section 8, Elections: No person shall be eligible to hold office who shall not at the time of his election be a qualified elector of said city, residing within the territory thereof; and in case any officer shall remove his residence beyond the limits of said city his office shall thereby immediately become vacant. In case any vacancy shall occur in any city office, such vacancy shall be filled by a majority vote of all the members of the City Council, and the person so appointed by the City Council shall hold office until the next annual or special election of officers and until his successor is elected and qualified.

Following appointment, the selected candidate will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Form-6 in accordance with State regulations.

A completed application must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, November 30, 2023 in order to be considered.

For further information, please contact the City Clerk at 352-465-8500 or email modom@dunnellon.org

Notice of City Council Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing 

NOTICE OF QUASI - JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCE #ORD2023-03
FOR REZONING APPLICATION #REZ20230379
20751 POWELL ROAD

The City of Dunnellon proposes to adopt the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE #ORD2023-03
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUNNELLON, FLORIDA, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM (RBO) RESIDENTIAL BUSINESS OFFICE TO (NBR) NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS RESIDENTIAL FOR REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED ON THE MARION COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS PARCEL NUMBER 3350-063-001 AND COMPRISING +/-0.64 ACRES, LOCATED AT 20751 POWELL ROAD, EAST OF CEDAR STREET; PROVIDING DIRECTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

A quasi-judicial public hearing is scheduled for the Regular City Council Meeting on November 15, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at Dunnellon City Hall, 20750 River Drive or as soon thereafter as can be heard regarding adoption of Ordinance #ORD2023-03, rezoning Parcel Number 3350-063-001, comprising 0.64 acres, from Residential Business Office (RBO) to Neighborhood Business Residential (NBR). Interested parties may appear at the meeting and may be heard with respect to the proposed ordinance. If necessary, this public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at the scheduled hearing without any further written notice.
The application, filed under application number REZ20230379, submitted by Skyler Hastings on behlaf of owner, Inglis Lodge No. 324 Free and Accepted Masons of Florida, together with any back-up materials may be reviewed during normal business hours 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday at Dunnellon City Hall. For further information, please contact the Community Development Department at (352) 465-8500, ext. 1010.
APPEAL: NECESSITY OF RECORD. Notice is given that if any person desires to appeal any action taken by the Planning Commission at the above hearing, a verbatim record of the proceedings may be necessary pursuant to Florida Statutes, 286.0105. The city assumes no responsibility for furnishing said record; however, the hearing will be audio recorded by the city for public use.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, ANY PERSON REQUIRING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION AT THIS HEARING BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT (352) 465-8500.

_{Posted to the City website 10/19/23.
Posted to the Riverland News 10/27/23.} 

City of Dunnellon  - Sunshine Notice

One or more Council members may be in attendance at the Ribbon Cutting and Halloween Party to be held at Ernie Mills Park located at 11899 Bostick St., Dunnellon on October 31, 2023, between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. 

 

_{Posted on the City Website on 10/11/23}