Yesenia "Jesi" Baron
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 1:33:08
- Avg per meeting
- 4:26
- Segments
- 1431
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Top issues during term (20)
Crossroads at Kelly Park Infrastructure and Platting
No city cost identified; the park is developed within the Kelly Park Community Development District.
Code Enforcement Policy and Property Neglect
Settlement reportedly reduced from roughly $5 million in potential fines to about $30,000.
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.
Commercial and Institutional Site Plan Reviews
Private investment for commercial site improvements on a 0.57-acre parcel.
Ridgebrooke Subdivision Access and Layout
Developer-funded; the paving and Orange County permitting will add cost to the project.
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.
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.
Chandler Road Daycare Expansion and Land Use
Private investment in commercial child care infrastructure.
Crossroads at Kelly Park Phase 3 Infrastructure and Alleys
Impacts developer costs and timing for project closeouts and utility handovers.
Multifamily Residential Development at The Ridge
Significant infrastructure construction costs associated with multi-family residential growth.
Hogshead Road Water Infrastructure and Warehouse Development
Puts vacant industrial land back into taxable use serving local contractors.
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.
South Apopka Annexation Feasibility Study
Estimated one-time capital costs of $30 million and projected annual operating deficits of approximately $5.5 million.
Paulucci Acres Residential Subdivision
Developer-funded road widening, roundabout, turn lanes, and utility extensions come with the project.
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.
Sir Arthur Court Rezoning and School Capacity Review
Developers must fund or mitigate school capacity impacts as part of their approval process.
Land Development Code Workshop Planning & Data Centers
Staff time and administrative resources for workshop preparation.
Crossroads at Kelly Park Phase 3B Construction Site Plan
Private subdivision development investment.
Kelly Park Area Roadway Funding and Development Coordination
Involves multi-million dollar road funding obligations and escrow accounts exceeding $19 million.
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 Baron was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of October 21, 2026
Consent Agenda Items 2-9 (Valencia College MOU, parade closures, FDOT grants, Oakmoor utility agreement, piggyback contracts, Orlando Fire facility use)
Code Enforcement Settlement Agreement — 718 South Park Avenue
Suspension of Discretionary Funds
Resolution No. 2026-48 — Budget Amendment for Heart and Soul Fest
Ordinance No. 3182 — Firefighters' Retirement System Plan Amendment (first reading)
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.
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.
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…
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…
Crossroads at Kelly Park Phase 3B Revision Construction Site Plan
Approval of October 7, 2026 meeting minutes
Consent agenda (FDEP grant amendment, SRF loan, piggyback contracts)
Ordinance No. 3156 – Saddlebrook Meadows rezoning/Master Plan (second reading)
Ordinance No. 3174 – Annexation, Cathy Property (second reading)
Ordinance No. 3177 – Annexation, 2525 Clarcona Road (second reading)
Ordinance No. 3180 – Annexation of Southfork Drive (second reading)
Table Resolution 2025-34 to the November 4, 2026 meeting
Trader Maes Christmas Festival Special Event Permit (E-26-33)
429 Commerce Revised Construction Site Plan (CSP-26-37)
Voting record (36)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Code Enforcement Settlement for 718 South Park Avenue
The city needs to review and update its policy regarding fine settlements and foreclosure timelines for chronic violators.
Retention of In-House Attorney Position
Reduction of Commissioner Discretionary Contributions
Approval of Resolution No. 2026-03 - CRA Term Extension
Table Down Payment Assistance Program
Resolution No. 2026-01 - Fund Appropriation
Resolution No. 2026-02 - FY 2026/2027 Budget Adoption
Authorization to Purchase 205 East 8th Street
Motion to approve Ordinance No. 3160.
Ordinance No. 3160 - Future Land Use Amendment for E. Keene Road
Expressed concerns regarding the location and lack of community benefit/jobs for the area.
Ordinance No. 3161 - Change of Zoning for E. Keene Road
Objected to the industrial zoning change at this location.
Motion to approve Ordinance No. 3161.
Ordinance No. 3160 - Future Land Use Amendment for E. Keene Road
Ordinance No. 3161 - Zoning Change for E. Keene Road
approve Ordinance No. 3160 at first reading and hold over for second reading and adoption.
approve Ordinance No. 3161 at first reading and hold over for second reading and adoption.
Set Rolled-Back Millage Rate at 4.2510
Motion to set proposed operating millage rate at 4.9376 mills
Set Proposed Operating Millage Rate at 4.6761 Mills
Repeal Resolution No. 2026-06 (Legal Fee Advancements)
Argued the repeal was a personal attack and that the policy protected officials on fixed incomes who face legal challenges.
Quasi-Judicial - The Ridge Phase 3 - Major Development Plan
Ordinance No. 3165 – First Reading – Annexation – Bateman Properties
Motion to table The Ridge Phase 3 - Major Development Plan until the environmental
Denial of Water Reclamation Facility East Plant Expansion Design Contract
Award South Apopka Annexation Feasibility Study Contract
Quasi-Judicial - Sheeler Park Subdivision - Major Development Plan
Expressed concerns regarding infrastructure liability considerations, karst conditions, and potential city liabilities.
Motion to approve Quasi-Judicial - Sheeler Park Subdivision - Major Development Plan
Purchase of 205 East 8th Street
Update to Existing Assistance Programs (FRAP)
Update to Building Code Assistance Program (BCAP)
Approval of New Demolition Grant Program
Table Design, Engineering, and Architectural Services Assistance Grant
Table Special Project Grant Program
Appointment of Malika Harrison to Apopka Planning Commission
Voted against the appointment to advocate for a new policy and public application process for advisory boards.