MINUTES OF MEETING

CROSS CREEK COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
4000 Creekside Park Dr.		
Parrish, FL, 34219		
Board Members Present were:	
Lianna Litwin Bruce Stolarz	Chairperson
Vice Chairperson	
John Free	Assistant Secretary	
Also present were:		
Venessa Ripoll Gazmin Kerr Jennifer Glasgow	District Manager - PFM
Assistant District Manager – PFM – Via phone Accountant – PFM – Via phone	
Kiara Cuesta Andy Cohen	Accountant – PFM – Via phone
District Counsel – Persson, Cohen & Mooney, P.A.	
Jeff Sprouse Chris Berry	District Engineer – Alliant Engineering LMP	
Various Residents in audience and via phone

FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS	Organizational Matters Call to Order and Roll Call
Ms. Ripoll called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. and confirmed quorum.

Public Comment Period

There were no public comments at this time.

SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS	Administrative Matters

Review and Consideration of the September 16, 2025, Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes

The Board reviewed the minutes.

On MOTION by Mr. Stolarz, seconded by Mr. Free, with all in favor, the Board accepted the minutes of the September 16, 2025, Board of Supervisors’ meeting.

THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS	Business Matters Pool Slide Update
Ms. Ripoll noted this project is in progress. The contractors have access to everything needed.

Ms. Litwin noted it should take approximately 3 weeks to complete.

There was brief discussion regarding what is needed to complete the project. This item will be kept on the agenda.

Update on Dog Park

Mr. Cohen, District Counsel, gave an update on the Dog Park. A Title Report was ordered, and the Dog Park is confirmed to be owned by Medallion Homes. It was noted they are not interested in a conveyance at this time. The District is not responsible for maintenance or insurance related to the Dog Park. District Counsel can send any correspondence as requested by the Board.
There was brief discussion regarding the historical background related to the Dog Park and the CDD funds that have been spent on that area. It was noted any CDD owned items can be removed from the Dog Park if the Board so chooses.

A resident noted that when purchasing within the community, the Dog Park was included in the advertised amenities.
There was discussion regarding the Rules and Regulations of maintaining the Dog Park. It was noted the HOA will now be responsible for enforcing the maintenance, as it is a property within Cross Creek.
Mr. Stolarz noted the water needs to be shut off in that location. He will follow up with the County.

It was noted the doggie waste station clean-up service and trash pickup will be canceled, the landscaping will cease, the Cross Creek signage will be removed, and an email blast will be sent out to the residents notifying them of the change. There was brief discussion regarding moving the benches that were bought by the CDD, and a possible new location for a Dog Park. The Board agreed to not move the benches.
Mr. Cohen will send a letter to Medallion Homes confirming their ownership of the Dog Park, and to notify that the CDD is stopping maintenance, stopping insurance, and notifying the residents. There was brief discussion regarding the legalities.

Discussion	of	New	Security System Vendor
Mr. Stolarz received vendor information via email and will get a proposal for the Board’s review.
This item will be kept on the agenda.

Discussion of Lighting Proposal – Fonroche Lighting America
The Board reviewed the proposal. It was noted the lighting is more than sufficient for the area.
There was discussion regarding the carrier company and unloading the lighting. It was noted a forklift would be needed.
Fonroche Lighting America reviewed the installation process and cost. He recommended direct burial for the poles. It was noted the vendor can provide installation, but the proposal price will increase. It was noted LMP could provide installation with vendor guidance, or a General Contractor could complete the project.
The Board reviewed the location for the lighting poles and the process for assembly and installation.

It was noted no permits should be needed.
The Board reviewed the scope of the items included in the proposal and cost of installation. It was noted all the various lighting designs were the same cost. The Board agreed on the Essential design.

Ms. Glasgow reviewed the budget and noted $15,000.00 was allotted for solar lighting. A 50% deposit is required. Ms. Ripoll recommended starting the project in January 2026.
District Counsel will draft the contract agreement. Fonroche Lighting America will submit a new proposal with the Essential lighting design and extension of expiration date to Ms. Ripoll by the end of the week.

There was brief discussion regarding the approval.

On MOTION by Ms. Litwin, seconded by Mr. Stolarz, with all in favor, the Board approved a not to exceed amount of $40,000.00 for the Fonroche Lighting America proposal, subject to the execution of the contract and funding for the project, with final authorization by the Chair.

Ms. Ripoll will work on finding a General Contractor. It was recommended to contact Owens Electric for a proposal that includes removal of the old poles and installation of the new poles.

Discussion	of	Amenity	Center Projects
This item was moved to the discussion of Board Members Projected Project Expenses.

Discussion of Tree Trimming and Removal Memorandum

Mr. Cohen gave an overview of the memorandum. The memo reviews resident responsibilities regarding tree trimming and removal. It can be sent out via email blast.
Ms. Ripoll will post on the District’s website.

Discussion	of	Board	Members Projected Project Expenses
Mr. Stolarz reviewed the project expenses thus far, and for the future. It was noted the rock installation is complete which reduces the debris in the drains. The pool slide repair is in process.

Ms. Cuesta reviewed the Major Repairs line item within the budget. It was noted that the total amount is $140,000.00, $40,000 is for the lighting proposal.
There was brief discussion regarding the major repairs budget. Ms. Litwin recommended the playground to be the next major repair.
This item will be kept on the agenda.

Water Fountains
Mr. Cohen reviewed the water fountain locations. It was noted the water fountains are not required at any of the locations, except for the Amenity Center.

There was brief discussion regarding the Amenity Center water fountains. It was noted both fountains would have to be repaired due to ADA compliance. Ms. Litwin recommended removal of the fountain at Rye Grass Loop and the basketball court.
Ms. Ripoll will email the maintenance vendor for removal and repair as recommended.

There was brief discussion regarding the cost and the possibility of having a fountain with the water bottle option.

Review	and	Consideration	of Playground Proposals
It was noted the mulch will be done by the end of the month.

A resident commented regarding the land near the basketball court and noted the mulch is being washed out. She recommended putting sod against the sidewalk to stop this from happening. LMP will follow up.

The Board reviewed the two proposals. It was noted the Playscape Services proposal did not include pictures of the equipment configuration. However, the proposal did include mulch for the playground.
It was noted the ARC proposal did not include the installation cost.

There was discussion regarding the size and the playground design. It was noted it can be smaller and does not need to be the same equipment.
A resident commented regarding the demographic in Cross Creek CDD.

Ms. Litwin noted the playground area floods and needs to be re-mulched and raised. LMP will follow up and submit a quote for the Board’s review. This will happen after the playground redo.

Mr. Berry reviewed the scope of work for playground drainage.

The Board requested pictures from Playscape Services and to remove the tax from the proposal. They also requested a proposal from ARC for a smaller playground with installation cost. The proposals also need to include the removal of the playground.
Mr. Stolarz recommended adding new swings. Ms. Litwin recommended inspecting the swing structure. LMP and Mr. Stolarz will follow up.

There was brief discussion regarding placement of mulch versus sand.

Ms. Litwin recommended a budget of $35,000.00. The second playground is still usable. Ms. Ripoll will follow up with the vendors for updated proposals.
There was brief discussion regarding the major projects. This item will be kept on the agenda.
Discussion of Possible Dog Park

Ms. Litwin noted fencing will be the first cost to investigate.
There was brief discussion regarding having water for the dog park and the location. This item will be kept on the agenda.

Review	and	Consideration	of adding Speed Tables
Ms. Litwin gave an overview and noted it was previously approved to add speed tables within the community. The County has installed one upgraded speed table for monitoring thus far, but will be changing it to the original design.

The Board reviewed the locations for the speed tables.

On MOTION by Mr. Stolarz, seconded by Ms. Litwin, with all in favor, the Board approved the Speed Tables installation within the community and locations as presented.

Ratification	of	FY	26	Egis Insurance Package
Ms. Ripoll noted this is soley for ratification. This insurance coverage started on October 1, 2025.

There was brief discussion regarding the loss of business income coverage. Ms. Ripoll will follow up.
Mr. Free requested a price for umbrella coverage. There was brief discussion regarding that coverage. It was noted the District has sovereign immunity.
There was also brief discussion regarding the replacement values in the insurance package. It was noted the pool was added in the last couple of years.

On MOTION by Mr. Stolarz, seconded by Mr. Free, with all in favor, the Board ratified the FY 26 Egis Insurance Package.

Ratification	of	Payment Authorization Nos. 311 – 315
The Board reviewed the payment authorizations.

Ms. Ripoll noted these are contractual obligations that have already been paid. This is soley for ratification.

LMP noted there will be a payment authorization forthcoming for the zone valve batteries.

On MOTION by Mr. Stolarz, seconded by Mr. Free, with all in favor, the Board ratified Payment Authorization Nos. 311 – 315.

Review of Districts Financials

There were no District Financials at this time.
Ms. Cuesta will send to the Board to review when available.

FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Other Business	
		Staff Reports	
District Counsel-	No report.		

District Engineer-  Mr. Sprouse noted the new irrigation permit has been completed.

There was brief discussion regarding irrigation use reporting. It was recommended to reach out to Hoover for the total flow information and to gain access. Ms. Ripoll will follow up to get Mr. Sprouse access.

There was also brief discussion regarding the watering days and times. Ms. Litwin noted the County puts water restrictions in place. Residents need to be able to water as needed.
Ms. Litwin commented regarding the Dog Park information and noted she will forward to the HOA.
District Manager-   Ms. Ripoll noted the tree trimming memo is on the District’s website.
The November Board meeting will be canceled.

FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Supervisor	Requests	and Audience Comments

Mr. Stolarz commented regarding the Advance Aquatics contract price. Mr. Cohen noted an addendum has been completed.
Mr. Stolarz commented regarding the timing of watering. It was noted a mainline was broken and therefore sprinklers are not working correctly. This is due to the County construction.

There was brief discussion regarding the construction. It was noted all water has been capped that was going to Medallion locations.
Ms. Litwin will follow up with the doggy waste station clean-up company.

There was brief discussion regard.109 the pond hat is full of debris and o ergrown. The Board reviewed the location. Ms. Ripoll no ed LMP mows in that location.
Ms. Litwin recommended approval o a not to exceed amount for the playground. She requested cancellation of he November and December mee·ngs.

There were no further Supervisor requests or audienoe commen s at this time.

SlXTH ORDER OF BUSfNESS

Adiournment

Ms. Ripoll requested a motion o adjourn the meeting.

On MOTlON by Mr. Free,seconded by Mr. Stolarz, with allin favor, the Board approved a not to exceed amoun of 40 000 for the Playground, with au horization by the Chair and agreement by Di trict Counsel.

On MOTIO by Mr. Stolarz. seconded by r Free, with all in favor, the Board adjourned the October 21, 2025, Board of Supervisors' Meeting for Cross Cree· Community Development Dis rict at  �47 a.m.