North Port commission approves charter amendment, budget amendment for new fire engine and two park-related resolutions, all 5–0

The North Port City Commission approved four formal items in a unanimous vote during its March 24 meeting.

Ordinance 2026-05: Clerk read an ordinance amending the city charter to create a corporate boundaries section. City staff recommended adoption on second reading; following a short public comment in support, the commission adopted the ordinance on a 5–0 vote.

Ordinance 2026-06: The commission adopted a budget and capital improvement amendment for fiscal year 2025–26 to purchase a replacement fire engine (Engine 85) and fund associated utilities and Field Operations Center work. The ordinance described a total sum of $3,795,000. Staff told the commission the item returned on second reading; the commission adopted the ordinance 5–0.

Resolution 2026-R-09: Staff reported a developer completed and warranted water and wastewater infrastructure for Central Park phases 1–3 and dedicated easements; under the developer agreement the city is required to accept the infrastructure and associated one-year warranties. The commission voted 5–0 to accept the transfer and record the documents in public records.

Resolution 2026-R-17: Staff recommended adding Boca Chica Park and the Maya Akahatchee Creek Greenway Trail to the city’s list of designated dog-friendly park areas. Commissioners discussed monitoring and education responsibilities; the commission adopted the resolution 5–0.

Motions and vote records in the meeting transcript show each of the four items was moved, seconded and approved unanimously. No items failed or were tabled at this meeting. The commission proceeded with general business after the votes, including a discussion of proposed fee schedule changes that staff will return to during the budget process.