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Nick L. Nesta III

Mayor2026-2030

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At a glance

News mentions
6

Term ending Dec 31, 2030.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
11
Total speaking time
1:58:05
Avg per meeting
10:44
Segments
2237

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Top issues during term (20)

high↑Jan 2026[38]

Crossroads at Kelly Park Infrastructure and Platting

No city cost identified; the park is developed within the Kelly Park Community Development District.

high↑Jul 2026[37]

Code Enforcement Policy and Property Neglect

Settlement reportedly reduced from roughly $5 million in potential fines to about $30,000.

critical↓May 2026[33]

Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget & Millage Rate

Sets property tax bills for city residents and governs spending across all municipal departments for the coming year.

high↑Mar 2026[22]

Commercial and Institutional Site Plan Reviews

Private investment for commercial site improvements on a 0.57-acre parcel.

high→Aug 2026[20]

Ridgebrooke Subdivision Access and Layout

Developer-funded; the paving and Orange County permitting will add cost to the project.

high↑Oct 2026[20]

Commissioner Discretionary Spending and Policy Reform

Suspends up to roughly $50,000 a year in commissioner giveaways, though the actual dollars went largely to community nonprofits.

critical↓Feb 2026[18]

Upcoming Property Tax Reform and Budget Pressures

Could eliminate a primary funding source for municipal police, fire, and infrastructure if enacted without adequate replacement revenues.

high↑Jun 2026[17]

Chandler Road Daycare Expansion and Land Use

Private investment in commercial child care infrastructure.

critical↑Jun 2026[17]

Crossroads at Kelly Park Phase 3 Infrastructure and Alleys

Impacts developer costs and timing for project closeouts and utility handovers.

high↑Apr 2026[17]

Multifamily Residential Development at The Ridge

Significant infrastructure construction costs associated with multi-family residential growth.

high↑Jun 2026[17]

Hogshead Road Water Infrastructure and Warehouse Development

Puts vacant industrial land back into taxable use serving local contractors.

high↑Sep 2026[15]

Saddlebrook Meadows 55-home development on Golden Gem Road

The developer pays for school mitigation, right-of-way dedication, and a 12-foot bike trail.

critical↑Jun 2026[12]

South Apopka Annexation Feasibility Study

Estimated one-time capital costs of $30 million and projected annual operating deficits of approximately $5.5 million.

critical↓Apr 2026[12]

Paulucci Acres Residential Subdivision

Developer-funded road widening, roundabout, turn lanes, and utility extensions come with the project.

high↑Nov 2026[12]

Interim city administrator appointment controversy

The decision will lock in salary and benefits for this top administrative post, directly impacting the city's operational budget.

high↑Aug 2026[12]

Sir Arthur Court Rezoning and School Capacity Review

Developers must fund or mitigate school capacity impacts as part of their approval process.

critical↓Jul 2026[12]

Land Development Code Workshop Planning & Data Centers

Staff time and administrative resources for workshop preparation.

high↑Feb 2026[11]

Crossroads at Kelly Park Phase 3B Construction Site Plan

Private subdivision development investment.

critical↑Mar 2026[11]

Kelly Park Area Roadway Funding and Development Coordination

Involves multi-million dollar road funding obligations and escrow accounts exceeding $19 million.

high↑Mar 2026[11]

Apopka K-8 Charter School Construction Site Plan

No direct city cost; the school project itself would be privately developed.

Decisions during term (430)

Recorded while III was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of October 21, 2026

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Consent Agenda Items 2-9 (Valencia College MOU, parade closures, FDOT grants, Oakmoor utility agreement, piggyback contracts, Orlando Fire facility use)

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Code Enforcement Settlement Agreement — 718 South Park Avenue

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Suspension of Discretionary Funds

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Resolution No. 2026-48 — Budget Amendment for Heart and Soul Fest

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Ordinance No. 3182 — Firefighters' Retirement System Plan Amendment (first reading)

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Authorize the Chief of Police (or delegate) to accept and execute the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Subgrant for Highway Traffic Safety Funds Agreement for Impaired Driving in the amount of $12,000.

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Authorize the Chief of Police (or delegate) to accept and execute the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Subgrant for Highway Traffic Safety Funds Agreement for Distracted Driving in the amount of $35,000.

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Authorize the Chief of Police (or delegate) to accept and execute the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Subgrant for Highway Traffic Safety Funds Agreement for the Enforcement of Speeding and Aggressive Driving in the amount of…

approved5-0Nov 4, 2026

Authorize the execution of piggyback contracts for the assigned terms: Fortiline d/b/a Fortiline Waterworks (Annual Supply of Brass Fittings, Pipe Fittings, and Accessories), and Snap-On Industrial (Vehicle Lifts with Garage and Fleet…

approvedOct 21, 2026

Crossroads at Kelly Park Phase 3B Revision Construction Site Plan

approved5-0Oct 21, 2026

Approval of October 7, 2026 meeting minutes

approved5-0Oct 21, 2026

Consent agenda (FDEP grant amendment, SRF loan, piggyback contracts)

approvedVoted yes3-2Oct 21, 2026

Ordinance No. 3156 – Saddlebrook Meadows rezoning/Master Plan (second reading)

approved5-0Oct 21, 2026

Ordinance No. 3174 – Annexation, Cathy Property (second reading)

approved5-0Oct 21, 2026

Ordinance No. 3177 – Annexation, 2525 Clarcona Road (second reading)

approved5-0Oct 21, 2026

Ordinance No. 3180 – Annexation of Southfork Drive (second reading)

tabled5-0Oct 21, 2026

Table Resolution 2025-34 to the November 4, 2026 meeting

approvedOct 14, 2026

Trader Maes Christmas Festival Special Event Permit (E-26-33)

deniedOct 14, 2026

429 Commerce Revised Construction Site Plan (CSP-26-37)