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Work Session July 8 19 96
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Work Session on Monday,
July 2, 1996, at 4:00 o~clock P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, City Hall, 300
North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Bettye D. Smith
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Robert B. Thomas, Jr.
Commissioner Lon K. Howell
Commissioner Kerry D. Lyons
City Attorney William L. Colbert
City Manager William A. Simmons
City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty
The Chairman called the Meeting to order.
Status report on Charter referendums.
City Attorney William Colbert referenced the two specific revisions addressed in
the first referendum: 1) change in election date; and 2) appointment of police and fire
chiefs by either the City Commission or the City Manager; and explained that according to the
Charter, an election to amend the Charter must be held not less than 60 days nor more than
120 days after adoption of the ordinance. He further stated that since there is insufficient
time to hold a September 3, 1996 referendum, the Commission can put the referendum on either
the October or preferably, November ballot.
City Manager Simmons referenced the lengthy qualifying period in the proposed
Ordinance No. 3301 and suggested adding the reduction of the qualifying period as a third
item on the fall referendum.
Following discussion, the Commission concurred to hold a referendum November 5,
1996 on Police and Fire Chiefs appointed by/responsible to the City Manager, election date
in March, and revised qualifying time period; and to hold a referendum December 3, 1996 on
the remainder of the Charter changes.
(The City Attorney left.)
Discussion of street sign replacements in the Historic District.
Public Works Director Jerry Herman reported that the proposed cost for replacing
seventy (70) street name signs in the downtown historic district ranges from $20.00 each for
current replacement signs of reflective aluminum, to $50.00 for enamel signs, to $75.00 for
reflective enamel with raised letters.
Following discussion, the Commission requested samples of the three (3) types of
signs for the July 22, 1996 Work Session and referred the three (3) types to the Historic
Preservation Board for comment.
Regular Agenda item 011, Woodson Avenue.
Public Works Director Jerry Herman reported that in response to a neighbor's
complaint, the right-of-way was cleaned up last week using prison labor; that Seminole County
waived the tipping fees; and Public Works is in the process of barricading Woodson Avenue in
a manner similar to the barricade at Seminole BouleVard and French Avenue, to prevent further
dumping.
Director of Community Development Charles Rowe reported that the Code violation no
longer exists and therefore, no action is necessary on Item ~11 on the Regular Meeting
agenda.
Discussion of Department Heads in the Civil Service System.
The City Manager, referencing Commissioner Howell's request for information from
other local governments regarding department heads serving either at the pleasure of the City
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aggressive, having non-Civil Service department heads serve at the City Manager's pleasure
with affirmation by the Commission. He further stated that he should have more information
at the next meeting, but is concerned about how change might affect the system of due process
in place now.
Following discussion, the City Commission requested more in-depth information.
Discussion of letter from Sanford Main Street, Inc., regarding the Historic Preservation
Board.
The City Manager reported that this letter is on the Historic Preservation Board's
Agenda for their meeting this week, and recommended that the City Commission delay discussion
until after that meeting.
Commissioner Eckstein voiced his concerns
inhibited by prohibitive Historic Preservation Board
about downtown development being
guidelines and stated that the
Commission needs to distinguish between commercial and residential development. Citing the
Welaka Building as a specific example, he questioned the necessity of adhering to strict
Historic Preservation Board guidelines as long as the aesthetics of the Historic District are
achieved.
Commissioner Howell stated that adherence to historic guidelines is a requirement
for federal tax credit, and the developer is aware of such requirements.
Following further discussion, the Commission concurred to continue this discussion
to the July 22, 1996 Work Session.
Discussion of amendment to City. Code Article XIX, Civil Service, Section 2-335(b), Vacancies
in the classified service. City Manager Simmons reported on the revised version of Ordinance
N°. 3300, with the effective date forestalled for any present vacancy or position which is
known to become vacant. He recommended this alternative version be considered for passage
on first reading at tonight's Regular Meeting, reminding the Commission that an amendment of
the Civil Service Regulations requires an extraordinary vote.
Board appointments/re-appointments. The Commission discussed the appointment of Scott
Singeisen to the Historic Preservation Board; Verdell Pugh to the Nuisance Abatement Board;
Kim Capucille, from alternate status to permanent member on the Code Enforcement Board; Eliza
Pringle and Fred Ganas to the Scenic Improvement Board; and concurred to take action on these
items at tonight's Regular Meeting.
Regular Agenda items and other items.
A. Invitation for Bid 995/96-43, Construction of a rest~oom for Derby Park~ and
Reguest for Quote ~95/96-45, Picnic Shelter Foundation at Derby Park. After discussion, the
Commission concurred to take action on both of these items at tonight's Regular Meeting.
B. First budget hearing. City Manager Simmons reported that Seminole County's
first budget hearing is September 9th and the School Board's public hearing is September
10th, and according to Florida Statutes, no Seminole County municipality may hold its public
hearing on either of those two days.
Following discussion, the Commission concurred to hold the September 9, 1996
Regular Meeting, including the budget hearing, on September 16, 1996.
C. BellSouth purchase order. City Manager Simmons reported an increase of
$3,517.00 above the amount authorized by the Commission at the June 24, 1996 Regular Meeting
for telephone system upgrades, and requested the advice of the Commission, stating that he
doesn't want to issue another purchase order. He further stated that the additional cost
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covers two installation charges buried in options for a 60 month lease; that BellSouth will
not reduce the price; that Public Works Director Jerry Herman is currently working with
Seminole County Fiber-Optics; and that a Request for Proposal is a consideration if an
attractive alternative is not found.
Following discussion, the Commission concurred that the City Manager should cancel
the previously authorized Purchase Order unless BellSouth waives the $3,517.00 in charges.
D. Florida League of Cities Convention. Commissioner Howell reported that he
will be attending the Florida League of Cities Annual Convention in Boca Raton on August 8 -
10, 1996, and the Commission concurred to authorize him as the City's voting delegate.
City Manager Simmons stated that he would prepare the appropriate paperwork.
E. 814 Elm Avenue. City Manager Simmons reported that the discontinuation of
multi-family use at 814 Elm Avenue hinges on information to be obtained from Florida Power
and Light; that the only way Florida Power and Light will release records is through a
subpoena; that the Commission does not have the power to subpoena records; and that an
ordinance can be adopted to give the City Commission subpoena powers.
Following discussion, the Commission concurred to proceed with an ordinance to give
the City Commission subpoena powers.
F. Vacant lot on 16th Street. Director of Community Development Charles Rowe
reported that a vacant lot on 16th Street with an assessed value of $2,575.00, having three
(3) tax certificates totaling $2,543.05 and a City demolition lien of $838.00 against it,
will be sold by bid on the courthouse steps on July 15th, and requested authorization to
purchase said lot, using grant money, for use in the city's demolition/relocation program.
In response to Commissioner Eckstein's inquiry as to the amount proposed to be bid,
Mr. Rowe explained that the minimum bid must cover the tax certificates to ensure that the
purchasers of those certificates receive their money. Finance Director Carolyn Small further
explained that if the winning bid exceeds the total lien amount, the City gets paid; if under
the total lien amount, the City's lien is dissolved.
Following discussion, the Commission concurred to take action on this request at
tonight's Regular Meeting.
(The Chairman recessed the meeting for approximately ten minutes, then reconvened the
meeting.)
Review of City Manager's proposed FY 96/97 Budget.
Finance Director Carolyn Small reported the following errors in Section 4, page 5
of the City Manager's Budget Message dated June 28, 1996: the millage increase should be
5.27% over rollback, not 16.16; and the indicated rollback millage should be 6.5135, not
6.153.
The City Manager referenced Ms. Small's memo of July 8, 1996, which shows changes
to projected revenues for the Seminole Towne Center and the Lake Monroe Waterfront and
Downtown Sanford CRA Trust Funds due to an increase in taxable value of the increment
valuation as received from the property appraiser, and stated that an additional increase for
Fund #156 in the amount of $23,666.00 is expected for the Lake Monroe Waterfront and Downtown
Sanford CRA.
The City Manager reviewed two changes contained within the Revised Five Year
Capital Planning Budget for FY 1997: 1) Solid Waste Fund Capital Programs - Art Lane
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Landfill reserves, $-0- until the estimated closeout year; and 2) Stormwater Utility Fund -
Downtown Interceptor Project, $2.5 million for FY 97/98 is a one-time total cost.
The City Commission reviewed pages 1 through 19 of the City Manager's proposed FY
96/97 Budget, and the City Manager addressed and explained various items, including:
REVENUES - increase in utilities derived from Seminole Towne Center Mall; CITY COMMISSION -
(511.48-03) Chamber of Commerce/Industrial Promotion, Commission concurred to increase
$9,975.00 by $7,000.00 to total of $16,975.00 - (511.48.05) Main Street Program, Program
Director Jennifer Graviano was present to distribute copies of the Sanford Main Street
budget - (511.54-01) MPO Membership/Support; CITY ATTORNEY - increase in fee; CITY CLERK -
request for one additional employee, originally recommended for denial, may have to be
reconsidered due to the extended absence of the Deputy City Clerk, currently out on Family
Medical Leave.
Commissioner Thomas requested the number of employees now attending school and
receiving City assistance, and the City Manager stated that he will obtain that
information.
The Commission concurred to continue the Budget Work Session to Tuesday, July 9,
1996 at 4:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room.
Attest:
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The C~ty Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Regular Meeting on
Monday, July 8, 1996, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Commission Room, City Hall, 300 North
Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Bettye D. Smith
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Robert B. Thomas, Jr.
Commissioner Kerry D. Lyons
City Attorney William L. Colbert
City Manager William A. Simmons
City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty
The Chairman called the Meeting to order.
Continuation of an Appeal of a denial by the Historic Preservation Board re: 606 Park
Avenue.
City Attorney William Colbert stated that the City Commission, acting as an
appellate review board, can only consider evidence presented to the Historic preservation
Board; that interested parties can give a summary statement, but no new evidence can be
introduced.
The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present
to speak regarding the appeal of the denial of a Certificate of Appropriateness to install
aluminum fascia over the existing surface at 606 Park Avenue. No one appeared.
Commissioner Howell moved to remand the appeal back to the Historic Preservation
Board. The motion died for lack of a second.
Commissioner Lyons moved to uphold the decision of the Historic Preservation Board,
based on findings of fact, and conclusions of law, and authorize preparation of an Order,
based on the record presented to the Historic Preservation Board. Seconded by Commissioner
Eckstein and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Appeal of a denial by the Historic Preservation Board re: 1109 Maqnolia Avenue.
City Attorney William Colbert stated that the City Commission, acting as an
appellate review board, can only consider evidence presented to the Historic Preservation
Board; that interested parties can give a summary statement, but no new evidence can be
introduced.
Brady Lessard appeared on behalf of the owner. Commissioner Howell reported a
conversation he had with Mr. Lessard the day before which led to discussion of Mr. Lessard
being turned in by Commissioner Howell. Commissioner Howell stated that he left before the
conversation became heated, and that he can sit impartially in the consideration of this
appeal.
In response to Mr. Lessard's inquiry as to whether past conversations with
Commissioner Howell regarding this matter can be admitted, City Attorney Colbert reiterated
that the Commission can only consider evidence presented to the Historic Preservation Board
when the denial was made.
Mr. Lessard reported that when the house was moved from 211 S. French Avenue, it
immediately began taking on water, damaging the plaster, floor, and alarm system; that he was
advised by Mark Shuttleworth of Florida Victorian that the water must be stopped frontally;
and that on May 21, 1996, Commissioner Howell and Laura Sollien stopped by his house and
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CITY COMMISSION
CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA.
PUBLIC HEARING
IN RE: APPEAL FROM THE DECISION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BOARD FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS TO INSTALL
ALUMINUM OVER FACIA BOARD RE 606 PARK AVENUE, SANFORD,
FLORIDA.
The City Commission based on the clear and convincing evidence
contained in the record before the Historic Preservation Board
(HPB) on May 9, 1996, makes the following FINDINGS OF FACT,
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW, and enters the-following ORDER:
FINDINGS OF FACT
(1) That the property located at 606 'Park Avenue, Sanford,
Florida, is located in the Old Sanford Historic Residential
District.
(2) That property located in the Old Sanford Historic Residential
District is subject to the regulations contained in Schedule S of
the Land Development Regulations, in addition to other regulations.
(3) That said Schedule S provides "...that no exterior portion of
any building or other structure (including walls, fences, light
fixtures, steps and pavement, or other appurtenant features) ...
shall be erected, altered, restored, moved, or demolished within
such district until after an application for a certificate of
appropriateness as to the proposed changes to exterior features has
been submitted to and approved by the Board."
(4) That on May 9, 1996 the HPB denied the Application for
Certificate of Appropriateness.
(5) That the installation of aluminum over facia board is not
appropriate.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
(1) This commission finds that said installation is not permitted
on this structure in the Old Sanford Residential Historic District.
ORDER
THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that the Appellant/Applicant's
request to install aluminum over facia board is denied and the
decision of the HPB of May 9, 1996 is confirmed and upheld.
DONE AND ORDERED this 8th day of July, 1996.
Bettye D Smith
Attest:
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true copy of the foregoing has been
furnished by U.S. Mail to Jack V. Travis, 4234 Shetland Drive, Ann
Arbor, Michigan 48105, this /~ day of July, 1996.
CITY COMMISSION
CITY OF SANFORD, FSORIDA
PUBLIC HEARING
IN RE: APPEAL FROM THE DECISION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BOARD FOR CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS TO REPLACE THE
EXISTING VENT ON THE FRONT GABLE OF THE HOUSE WITH TWO
SETS OF WOODEN WINDOWS RE 1109 MAGNOLIA AVENUE, SANFORD,
FLORIDA.
The City Commission based on the clear and convincing evidence
contained in the record before the Historic Preservation Board
(HPB) on June 13, 1996, makes the following FINDINGS OF FACT,
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW, and enters the following ORDER:
FINDINGS OF FACT
(1) That the property located at 1109 Magnolia Avenue, Sanford,
Florida, is located in the Old Sanford Historic Residential
District.
(2) That property located in the Old Sanford Historic Residential
District is subject to the regulations contained in Schedule S of
the Land Development Regulations, in addition to other regulations.
(3) That said Schedule S provides "...that no exterior portion of
any building or other structure (including walls, fences, light
fixtures, steps and pavement, or other appurtenant features) ...
shall be erected, altered, restored, moved, or demolished within
such district until after an application for a certificate of
appropriateness as to the proposed changes to exterior features has
been submitted to and approved by the Board."
(4) That on June 13, 1996 the HPB denied the Application for
Certificate of Appropriateness and required that the impacted area
be returned to its original condition.
(5) That the replacement of the vent with wood french windows of
the same time period as the house is appropriate from a historical
perspective.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
(1) This commission finds that said replacement is permitted on
this structure in the Old Sanford Residential Historic District.
ORDER
THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that the Appellant/Applicant's
request to replace the vent in the front gable with two sets of
wood french windows of the same time period as the house is
approved and the decision of the HPB of June 13, 1996 is reversed.
DONE AND ORDERED this 8th day of July, 1996.
~ay~ Betty~ D. Smith
Attest:
// City Clerk~/
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true copy of the foregoing has been
furnished by U.S. Mail to Brady Lessard, 1109 Magnolia Avenue,
Sanford, Florida 32771, this /~/~ day of July, 1996.
City Cle~
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instructed him to stop work on the window installation. He further reported that he
submitted his initial request for the Certificate of Appropriateness two weeks before May 21,
was told it had been misplaced, and applied again on May 21; however, with water pouring into
the house, he could not wait for the Certificate of Appropriateness. Mr. Lessard explained
that the windows are from the same time period and are appropriate for the house; that
windows, rather than a vent, were an option based on affordability at that time; and that the
windows were installed per Mark Shuttleworth's written instructions.
Commissioner Howell moved to deny the appeal based on the record. The motion died
for lack of a second.
Commissioner Thomas moved to reverse the decision of the Historic Preservation
Board based on the record. The motion died for lack of a second.
City Attorney Colbert advised that if this matter goes further, becoming a legal
issue, he believes a judge would look at the intent of the Certificate of Appropriateness,
and that the Commission must keep in mind the purpose of the Historic Preservation Board and
the rules they work from. Is it appropriate to have windows installed which are consistent
with the time, but not part of the original structure? Further, he stated that the question
of whether application was made before or after the work in question, is not as germane as
the issue of appropriateness.
Commissioner Eckstein questioned how the installation of windows circa 1910, the
same time period as the original house, compromised historical integrity.
After discussion, Commissioner Thomas moved to reverse the decision of the Historic
Preservation Board based on the record and testimony that the windows are appropriate for the
era in which the house was constructed.
of the Commission as follows:
Seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carried by vote
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
In response to Commissioner Howell's inquiry as to whether or not verbatim minutes
could be provided for future appeal hearings, the City Attorney referenced the advice to the
public, required by Florida Statute and listed on all City meeting agendas, which states that
the City does not supply a verbatim record and the applicant, if they choose to have such a
record, may need to make separate arrangements.
Discussion ensued regarding the necessity and feasibility of having verbatim
minutes provided at appeal hearings to eliminate confusion and ensure that only appropriate
testimony is introduced.
Continuation of consideration of Appeal of Lot Mowing Citation for property on Woodson
Avenue. No action necessary or' taken. The City Manager explained to the owner, Edward
Dedelow, who was present, that the right-of-way has been cleaned by inmates; that Public
Works is in the process of posting notice and barricading the right-of-way; and recommends
that Mr. Dedelow inspect his property for remaining debris since that could become a code
enforcement issue later on.
Consideration of request for a Right-of-Way Use Aqreement at 1109 South Oak Avenue. On
recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the right-of-way use
agreement at 1109 South Oak Avenue. Seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carried by the vote
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of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Consideration of request to close Persimmon Avenue between McCracken Road and 8th Street in
conjunction with a Special Event on July 26, 1996. Police Chief Russell reported that the
requestor had located offstreet parking; therefore no action was necessary or taken.
Continuation of consideration of Petition for Annexation (for Water Service) for property on
Narcissus Avenue, Parcel I.D. 922-19-30-5AD-00000230.
The City Manager referenced concerns of neighboring water users regarding
additional service being added to the existing substandard 2 inch water line, as well as
conversations with the Director of Seminole County Development who reported this project had
proceeded thus far because it did not require re~oning; therefore, the County could not
require road or other improvements.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to deny the
request for Water Service at property on Narcissus Avenue. -Seconded by Commissioner Thomas
and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Consideration of Agreement with Seminole County regarding the Courthouse expansion/location.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve said
Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as
follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Consideration of request from Conklin, Porter and Holmes Engineers, Inc. to amend Amendment
19 (Downtown Storm Water Drainage Improvements Phase I - Preliminary Analysis) to Contract
dated December 17, 1987 to increase the Scope of Services and the fee. On recommendation of
the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to approve said amendment, with a new total
project fee through this phase in the amount of $32,295.00. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas
and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting of June 20, 1996.
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Commissioner Howell moved to approve the Final Plat for Placid Woods, Phase
One, subject to the provisions and approvals of the Preliminary Subdivision
Plan and Improvement Plan. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by
the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
First Reading of Ordinance No. 3300. On motion of Commissioner Eckstein, seconded by
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Commissioner Howell and carried by extraordinary vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Nay
Ordinance No.. 3300, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA,
AMENDING SANFORD CITY CODE ARTICLE XIX, SECTION 2-
335(b), VACANCIES IN THE CLASSIFIED SERVICE;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE
DATE.
was introduced and placed on first reading.
Commissioner Howell nominated Deputy Chief Joe Dillard for Police Chief effective
upon Chief Ralph Russell's retirement. The Chairman stated that this is not the appropriate
time for such action, but his sentiment will go on record. Commissioner Lyons reminded the
Commission that nominating Joe Dillard would not be needed, according to Ordinance No. 3300.
First Reading of Ordinance No. 3301. On recommendation of the City Attorney, Commissioner
Howell moved to table this item to the Regular Meeting of July 22, 1996 so revisions can be
made. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Boards: appointments/re-appointments.
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Central Examining Board: The City Clerk reported that Terry Futrell's term
expires August 13, 1996; he is willing to serve again; and there is no
Application for Appointment to a City Board on file.
Commissioner Howell moved to re-appoint Terry Futrell to the Central
Examining Board. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of
the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Code Enforcement Board: The City Clerk reported that there is one vacancy,
for term to expire June 30, 1996; and there is no Application for Appointment
to a City Board on file.
Commissioner Howell moved to appoint Kim Capucille to the Code Enforcement
Board. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the
Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons. Nay
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Historic Preservation Board: The City Clerk reported that there is one
vacancy, for term to expire October 28, 1999; and there are Applications for
Appointment to a City Board on file from Catherine E. Bossert and Barbara E.
Farrell.
Commissioner Howell moved to appoint Scott Singeisen to the Historic
Preservation Board, for term to expire October 28, 1999. Seconded by
Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
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Nuisance Abatement Board: The City Clerk reported that the Commission needs
to appoint two (2) members, for one-year initial terms; and there is no
Application for Appointment to a City Board on file.
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Commissioner Thomas moved to appoint Verdell Pugh to the Nuisance Abatement
Board, for one-year initial term. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and
carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Scenic Improvement Board: The Scenic Improvement Board reported Trish Thomas
and David Bach are no longer on the board, and recommended Eliza Pringle and
Fred Ganas be appointed to replace them. The City Clerk reported that there
are Applications for Appointment to a City Board on file from Catherine E.
Bossert, Eliza Pringle and Fred Ganas.
Commissioner Lyons moved to appoint Eliza Pringle and Fred Ganas to the
Scenic Improvement Board. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the
vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Condemnation Status Report.
Consent Agenda.
A.
Acknowledged; no action required or taken.
Requests for payment of statements. City Manager recommended approval.
(1) $ 205.65 from Foley & Lardner for professional services through May 31,
1996 re: City Coal Gasification Plant; Bill No. 97017169.
(2) $2,200.00 from James R. Valerino, P.A. for professional services re:
Civil Service Board.
B. Approval of Vouchers for the month of June, 1996.
C. Approval of Minutes of June 10, 1996 Work Session.
On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by
the vote of the Commission as follows:
the Commission:
A.
B.
C.
Mayor Smith
Commissioner Eckstein
Commissioner Thomas
Commissioner Howell
Commissioner Lyons
Aye
Aye
Aye '
Aye
Aye
Approved payment of statement (1) and (2).
Approved Vouchers for the month of June, 1996.
Approved Minutes of June 10, 1996 Work Session.
Information regarding invoices paid during the period for previously approved lump sum
contracts. The Commission acknowledged eight (8) invoices totaling $18,839.45.
Loitering on 13th Street. Commissioner Thomas reported individuals gather, eat, throw debris
on the ground, and impede vehicular traffic at/in front of the old WilSon home on 13th
Street, and stated the City should be able to do something to control the situation.
Low income senior citizen assistance program.
commissioner Lyons requested information from the last evaluation and revision of
guidelines used in the City's low income senior citizen assistance program for refuse and
water charges.
City Manager Simmons reported that gUidelines for refuse service assistance are
continuously updated through the Orlando Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) as the federal
poverty index changes; that the lower cost for minimum water consumption at the 2000 gallon
base rate was last revised in 1993; and that he will provide Commissioner Lyons with that
information as requested.
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Consideration of Invitation for Bid ~95/96-43, Construction of a restroom for Derby Park, as
discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner
Thomas moved to accept the lowest bid meeting specifications, from Centerline Construction
in amount of $10,750.00. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the
Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Consideration of Request for Quote #95/96-45, Picnic Shelter Foundation for Derby Park, as
discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner
Eckstein moved to accept the lowest bid meeting specifications, from Centerline Construction
in amount of $2,490.00.
Commission as follows:
Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Consideration of acquisition of a lot in Goldsboro for .the demolition/relocation project, as
discussed at tonight's Work Session. Commissioner Eckstein moved to authorize acquisition
of the lot in Goldsboro as requested, with bid amount not to exceed the tax credit amount.
Seconded by Commission Lyons and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Citizen Participation.
Jordan Beckner, 434 Scott Avenue, appeared and expressed concern that city
employees are not being adequately compensated, departments are understaffed, and stated that
taxes may need to'be increased as a result. Mr. Beckner further stated that he is a member
of Promise Keepers, a men's organization that is praying once a month for the City of
Sanford.
Elijah Richardson, of Georgetown, appeared and reported there has been a washout
under the road at the intersection of Pine Avenue and 7th Street for the past four (4)
months, the City Street Department has only put in fill dirt and barricaded the area, and
asked why it hasn't been fixed and when it will be fixed. Further, he has only talked to an
employee on the street crew. The City Manager stated that he would report the washout to the
Public Works Director.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Attest:
/MAYOR
City Cl~k ~