Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Kissimmee public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in public safety with low priority
Disability inclusion in city government
A disability advocate who fought out of his own guardianship asked the city to include people with disabilities in leadership, advisory boards, and employment, citing the 2024 state supported decision-making law.
Repeal of pain management clinic regulations
The City is repealing its old rules for pain management clinics and pharmacies because a state database now handles the oversight. Police say the local ordinance serves no operational purpose anymore.
Emergency vehicle upfitting contract
The city is tapping Orlando's contract with JCO Corporation to outfit its emergency vehicles, a procurement shortcut that saves time on fire and rescue fleet work.
Marijuana delivery trucks and e-bike helmet enforcement
Resident Richard Hurd asked the city to regulate where marijuana delivery trucks park — including at churches and waffle houses — and raised concerns about children riding e-bikes without helmets.
Police Department Elevator Modernization
A second elevator at the police department was added to the KONE contract, bringing the project to $983,001.
Pedestrian and bicycle safety enforcement grant
The police department accepted state grant funding for high-visibility enforcement aimed at protecting pedestrians and cyclists.
Parliamentary procedures for commission meetings
After a meeting was abruptly cut off last month, the commission will compare Robert's Rules with the simpler, 10-page Rosenberg's Rules at a March 10 workshop — and any change would apply to city boards too.