Rusty Johnson
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- Meetings spoken in
- 18
- Total speaking time
- 3:21:28
- Avg per meeting
- 11:12
- Segments
- 6206
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Top issues during term (20)
Fire Protection Assessment Fee Increase
Generates approximately $14 million in non-ad valorem revenue dedicated exclusively to fire protection services, resulting in a residential rate of $383.90 per equivalent dwelling unit.
Red Light Camera Enforcement and Citation Hearings
Drivers facing citations could owe fines if the citations are upheld at hearing.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Adoption
The amendment's dollar amounts weren't detailed in the agenda materials provided.
Code Compliance and Property Maintenance Hearings
Potential fines and compliance costs for property owners with active violations.
Police & Firefighters' Retirement Trust Fund Oversight
No direct tax impact identified on this agenda; the fund's investment performance affects the city's long-term pension obligations.
Fire Department Advisory Operations & Community Outreach
Funded from the approved current fiscal year and retiree breakfast budget, so no new spending.
Spring Community Events and Holiday Programming
The cost of the historical marker wasn't specified.
Impact Fee Schedule Code Amendment
Impact fee amounts for new development remain unchanged until the ordinance is adopted.
West Oaks Mall Halloween Attraction Permit Appeal
Generates private economic activity and temporary jobs at the mall, with required private security and police details funded by the applicant.
Local Business Tax Compliance for Commercial Establishments
Compliance ensures proper collection of local business tax fees.
Residential Property Maintenance & Debris Cleanup
$250 per day per violation in potential fines for non-compliant properties.
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Amendment and Golf Course Project
$30 million flowing into the golf course and conference center over five years, starting 2028.
Code Enforcement Modernization and Fine Increases
Generates increased fine revenue for the newly established code enforcement recovery fund.
Actuarial Valuation and Benefit Change Cost Study
Potential changes to benefits could affect the city's future pension contribution costs.
CACOFD Board Leadership Election
Your tax dollars fund the city commission, so knowing who's running helps you protect your wallet.
Hazardous Tree Abatement Near Schools
Clark Road Traffic Safety and 7-Eleven Access
Developer will cover access construction costs, with proportionate fair share for signals under negotiation.
611 N. Lakewood Avenue demolition dispute
The property owner says he can pay $51,352.20 owed to the city.
B C Terry Road repaving and annexation offer
Costs for swales, ditch blocks and possible recycled-asphalt repaving haven't been totaled yet.
Private infrastructure investment options
Any new investment allocation could change the fund's returns and risk profile.
Decisions during term (456)
Recorded while Johnson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Adoption of Consent Agenda Items 1-16
First Reading — Chapter 87 Impact Fee Schedule Amendment
Resolution 2026-15 — 859 Hammocks Drive Easement Vacation (VAC-26-042)
Approval of Minutes from the Regular City Commission Meeting held October 6, 2026. (City Clerk Sibbitt)
Approval of Grant Agreement with Foundation for a Healthier West Orange. (Development Services Director Lepp)
Approval to Upgrade Bulldog Football Field Lights. (Parks Operations Manager Abdo)
Approval to Piggyback on the Orange County Master Purchase Agreement to Purchase Police Radios. (Police Chief Ogburn)
Approval of Award for RFP 26-010 Holiday Lights and Decorations. (Procurement Manager Tolbert)
Approval of Change Order No. 4 for ITB #24-008 Ocoee WWTF Electrical Upgrade & Expansion - Rebid Project. (Utilities Director Bolling)
Approval of Change Order No. 2 for ITB #26-004 Lakewood Avenue Gravity Sewer Expansion Project – Phase 1 & 2. (Utilities Director Bolling)
Approval of RedZone Robotics to Complete the First Stage of Gravity System Condition Assessment. (Utilities Director Bolling)
Approval of FY 2026-2027 Budgeted Utilities Fleet Vehicles. (Utilities Director Bolling)
Approval of Contract with Arrow Group Consulting. (Utilities Director Bolling)
Approval to Purchase Lift Station 7 Pump No. 1 Replacement. (Utilities Director Bolling)
Approval to Purchase Standard Lift Station Pumps Up to 25 HP. (Utilities Director Bolling)
Consent Agenda
Case 2026-02851: 1866 Cassingham Cir
Case 2026-02891: 928 Hire Cir
Case 2026-03011: 476 Little Rock St
Case 2026-03099: 1216 Sand Pine Dr
Voting record (18)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Adoption of Tentative Millage Rate
Adoption of Tentative Budget
Special Event Permit Appeal for West Oaks Mall Halloween Attraction
Voted against upholding the staff denial, indicating a willingness to approve the event with proper police and operating restrictions.
Adoption of Code Enforcement Abatement Assessment Resolution 2026-12
Adoption of Fire Protection Assessment Resolution 2026-13
Approval of Access Easement Agreement for Market Store at Prairie Lake (Item 4)
Consent Agenda Item 4: Access Easement for Market Store at Prairie Lake (7-Eleven)
Voted against the motion along with the tie result, leading to the failure of the item.