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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Work Session on Monday,
July 22, 1996, at 5:00 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 Manager William A. Simmons
City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty
Absent: City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Code Enforcement Report.
City Manager Simmons requested City Commission comments and guidance regarding the
overall Code Enforcement Program/Report, previously submitted and discussed at the June 24,
1996, Work Session. Mr. Simmons reported that the proposed FY 96/97 Budget, as presented at
the Budget Work Session(s), may not adequately document expanding the existing half-time
Secretary II position to a full-time status, that should this be the case, Staff will
determine whether or not there are sufficient funds to support a full-time position, and
report back to the Commission.
COmmissioner Howell reported that code violations are more prevalent on Saturdays,
and asked if an inspector will be available to monitor code enforcement activity on
Saturdays. DirectOr of Community Development reported that work schedules can be adjusted
to include alternating Saturdays.
Commissioner Lyons asked if the additional personnel and computers will facilitate
a more proactive approach to code enforcement. Director of Community Development reported
that we do not have enough personnel to be proactive, that inspector generated cases in
addition to citizen generated complaints would substantially increase the case load and
response time, which is already one to two weeks.
After discussion, the Commission concurred to continue discussion of code
enforcement activity at the August 12, 1996, Work Session.
Lot Mowing Ordinance.
The City Manager reported that the proposed ordinance is an extension of the City's
lot mowing program, that said ordinance will provide a higher degree of control and ability
to deal with overgrowth and accumulation of trash on developed and undeveloped properties,
that the procedure runs through Staff; not the Code Enforcement Board, but provides an appeal
process whereby objeCtions to Staff and City Manager decisions go directly to the City
Commission, and that he believes this ordinance is enforceable.
The Commission concurred to consider first reading of the proposed Lot Mowing
Ordinance at the August 12, 1996', Regular Meeting.
Sanford Airport Authority Lease Agreement.
The City Manager reported that the City Attorney has reviewed the Lease Agreement
("Agreement") and provided recommended language revisions, which have been addressed.
Steve Cooke, Executive Director of Aviation, Sanford Airport Authority
("Authority"), reported that the Authority approved the Agreement for submittal to the City
at its July 2, 1996 Meeting, that said Agreement is not meant to address any alleged
interference on the part of the City Commission with the Authority, but rather to meet the
needs of a growing environment at the Airport, and to create a greater certainty and
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stability on the part of the Authority. Further, the Agreement limits the City's liability,
supports new legislation to enable a member of the City Commission to serve on the Authority,
and does not affect the City's powers of appointment. Also, the Police Services Agreement
has been incorporated into the Lease Agreement. Mr.
Authority, City Commission approval of the proposed
Agreement.
Cooke requested, on behalf of the
Sanford Airport Authority Lease
(Commissioner Howell briefly left the meeting, then returned.)
After discussion, the Commission concurred that Staff place the proposed Sanford
Airport Authority Lease Agreement on the August 12, 1996, Regular Meeting Agenda, for City
Commission consideration.
Street sign replacements in the Historic District. On request of the City Manager, the
Commission concurred to continue this item to the August 12, 1996, Work Session, pending
receipt of signs.
Municipal Stadium renovation and lighting.
Commissioner Eckstein reported that the Memorial Stadium is in extreme disrepair,
that the City has a great legacy in the Stadium, that we need to be proactive in research and
development, that the Stadium is a resource that needs to be developed, and would bring
people into the City with a focus on the positive things rather than the negative.
Commissioner Eckstein requested that the City Commission agree to develop a three (3) or four
(4) year renovation/reconstruction program, starting with new lights and restoration of the
playing field using general fund reserves if necessary.
Commissioner Howell reported that he does not disagree with renovating the Stadium,
however, he does have a problem using reserves to fund same when Sanford children do not have
a recreation facility.
Commissioner Lyons reported that he agrees wit'h Commissioner Howell, and that
before the City commits to funding these lights, we should pursue Seminole County
support/funding.
Commissioner Thomas reported that he is supportive of renovating the Stadium, but
he too acknowledges the need for a recreation facility.
After discussion, the 'Commission concurred that Staff obtain an engineering study
to determine whether the Memorial Stadium is structurally sound before proceeding with
installation of new lights and field restoration. Also, Staff to look into tourist
development and recreational grant funding.
Dedication of Cultural Arts Center.
Commissioner Eckstein proposed that the Cultural Arts Center be named the Bettye
Smith Cultural Arts Center, and that Mayor Smith plan the celebration as and when she
desires. The Commission concurred wholeheartedly.
Board appointments/re-appointments. The Commission discussed the appointment of Marveen
Kelly to the Nuisance Abatement Board, and Central Examining Board term expirations of Larry
Blair and Carol Dennison.
Presentation of Proposal re: Courthouse Expansion.
Commissioner Howell reported that Seminole County Commissioner McLain would like
to present to the City Commission his proposal that Seminole County purchase and utilize City
Hall for courthouse expansion.
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A~ter discussion, the Commission concurred that the City Manager contact
Commissioner McLain to see if he is interested in making a presentation, and apprise Chairman
Van Der Weide of same.
(The Chairman recessed the meeting for approximately 10 minutes, then reconvened the
meeting.)
Regular Agenda Items and other items.
(Commissioners Howell and Thomas briefly left the meeting, then returned.)
A. (1) FY 96/97 Dental Insurance/Indemnity Plan. Personnel Director Tim
McCauley reported that the current provider "Denti-Care" has submitted two renewal proposals:
(1) continuation of the existing indemnity .plan with a 30% premium increase, and (2) an
alternative plan without orthodontic benefits and a lower premium. Further, the fourteen
(14) individuals presently in the plan were polled and opted for the alternative plan.
(2) Managed Care Contract. The Personnel Director reported that as a result
of recent legislation, the City has been mandated, effective January 1, 1997, to enter into
a managed worker compensation health care arrangement, that an RFP was sent out with three
responses, that Staff and ISAAC have reviewed the proposals and recommend the contract be
awarded to Corvell, and that he concurs with said recommendation. Further, the only fixed
cost identified is $4,000.00 ($3,000.00 utilization review fee/S1,000.00 annual application
fee). The Commission referred this item to tonight's Regular Meeting for City Commission
consideration.
B. 7th Street and Pine Avenue. The City Manager reported that he contracted W.W.
Daniels, under emergency procurement procedures, to stabilize the situation caused by a
significant blockage of an 84" storm drain pipe, and that he is awaiting a proposal for
installation of up to eighty (80) feet of pipe across 7th Street, and necessary repair work.
C. LIHEAP Agreement Modification 001.
Director of Community Development Charles Rowe reported that Staff has prepared the
necessary documentation to receive increased funding capabilities in amount of $34,884.00,
and requested City Commission authorization to submit same to the State.
On recommendation of the City Manager, the Commission referred this item to
tonight's Regular Meeting, for action.
(Commissioner Howell briefly left the meeting, then returned.)
D. Bid Proposal re: City ~urchase of property located at 16th Street. Director
of Community Development reported that the City was the successful bidder ($2,537.00) on this
property, that said property will be used for Community Development demolition and
relocation, and given the fact that no impact fees have to be paid, the property did not cost
anything in terms of the Community Development Department's construction budget.
E. Request from George Martin for a thirty (30) day extension to correct
overgrown weeds and grass at 2750 West AirDort Boulevard. The City Manager reported that he
concurs with the Building Official's recommendation to deny the requested thirty (30) day
extension. This item was referred to tonight's Regular Meeting, for City Commission action.
F. Request from Better Living for Seniors for City contribution. On
recommendation of the City Manager, the Commission concurred not to provide funding, as in
the past, and that the City Manager respond accordingly.
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G. Interlocal Agreement with Seminole County re: One Cent Sales Tax revenues for
road improvements. The City Manager reported that Seminole County has submitted a proposal
to increase the scope of projects under the Interlocal Agreement, for City Commission
consideration at the August 12, 1996 Regular Meeting. Further, the "City Project", a four-
lane divided highway along West 25th Street between 17-92 and Old Lake Mary Road is scheduled
for design within the next two (2) years, that he does not believe this project is the best
use of these funds, and will provide alternative uses for City Commission review and
discussion at the August 12, 1996, Work Session.
H. Request from Florida Army National Guard for utilization of City Hall and
surrounding area for civil disturbance training exercise on August 4, 1996. The City Manager
reported that he approved the use of City Hall and the surrounding area, as requested, and
the Commission had no objection.
I. City Hall Telephone System. City Manager Simmons reported that City Hall
telephones have been down all day, that apparently the back-up batteries have a short or were
severely discharged as a result of the power being off over the weekend, which caused the
rectifier to overload and fail when the system was turned on. Further, a new rectifier will
be installed, and the system should be up and running tomorrow.
J. Meeting re: Property Owners' Protection Act.
public forum he and Commissioner Eckstein at~ended.
City Manager's report. None given.
The City Manager reported on a
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Regular Meeting of
Monday, July 22, 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 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.
Public hearing to consider the second reading and adoption
advertised in the Sanford Herald July 11, 1996.
Ordinance No. 3300, entitled:
of Ordina-ce No.
3300,
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.
introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of July 8, 1996, was next placed on second
reading. After being read by title, the Chairman announced that the Commission would hear
from those persons present to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the adoption of
Ordinance No. 3300. No one appeared.
Commissioner Howell moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No.
3300. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstei~ Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Nay
First reading of Ordinance No. 3301. On motion of Commissioner Lyons, 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
Ordinance No. 3301, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CIT OF SANFORD, FLORIDA; AMENDING
ARTICLE II, SECTION 2.01(C) AND ARTICLE VIII, SECTION
8.01 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, SUBJECT TO
APPROVAL OF THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY, TO CHANGE THE
ELECTION DATE FOR CITY COMMISSION MEMBERS FROM THE FIRST
TUESDAY AFTER THE FIRST MONDAY IN DECEMBER OF EACH
ELECTION YEAR TO THE FIRST TUESDAY AFTER THE FIRS MONDAY
IN MARCH OF EACH ELECTION YEAR, EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 1997;
AMENDING ARTICLE II, SECTION 2.01(C) OF THE CHARTER OF
THE CITY OF SANFORD, SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF THE ELECTORS
OF THE CITY; TO CHANGE THE QUALIFYING PERIOD FOR CITY
COMMISSION CANDIDATES FROM 56 DAYS TO 12 DAYS, EFFECTIVE
APRIL 1, 1997; AMENDING ARTICLE V, SECTION 5.01(C) AND
(D) AND ARTICLE IV, SECTION 4.04(1) OF THE CHARTER OF THE
CITY OF SANFORD, SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF THE ELECTORS
THE CITY OF SANFORD, TO CHANGE THE PARTY AUTHORIZED TO
HIRE AND SUPERVISE THE FIRE AND POLICE CHIEFS FROM THE
CITY COMMISSION TO THE CITY MANAGER, EFFECTIVE
IMMEDIATELY UPON APPROVAL OF ELECTORS OF THE CIT OF
SANFORD; PROVIDING FOR REFERENDUM ELECTION BY CITY
ELECTORS ON NOVEMBER 5, 1996; PROVIDING BALLOT
QUESTIONS;PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, AND
EFFECTIVE DATES.
was introduced and placed on first reading.
First reading of Ordinance No. 3302. On motion of Commissioner HoWell,
Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows::
seconded
by
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Ave
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Commissioner Lyons
Aye
Aye
Aye
Ordinance No. 3302, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, TO ANNEX
WITHIN THE CORPORATE AREA OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, UPON
ADOPTION OF SAID ORDINANCE, A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN
PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN NORTHWAY AND PINEWAY AND BETWEEN
SANFORD AVENUE AND ELLONVILLE AVENUE EXTENDED NORTHERLY
AND SOUTHERLY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY
ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION 171.044, FLORIDA
STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND
EFFECTIVE DATE.
was introduced and placed on first reading.
FY 96/97 Budget and Millage.
The Chairman announced that the current rolled back millage rate is 6.5415, that
the the proposed millage rate is 6.8759, and the commission acknowledged same.
Commissioner Howell moved to tentatively approve the proposed Budget for FY
1996/97. 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
The Chairman announced that the tentative budget hearing on the proposed Budget
will be held at 7:00 o'clock P.M. on September 16, 1996 in the City Commission Room.
Board appointments/re-appointments, as discussed at tonight's Work Session.
Board of Adjustment: The City Clerk reported that the terms of Larry Blair
and Carol Dennison expire September 2, 1996.
Commissioner Howell moved to re-appoint Larry Blair and Carol Dennison to the
Board of Adjustment. 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
Bo
Nuisance Abatement Board: The City Clerk reported that the Commission needs
to appoint one (1) member, for a one-year initial term.
Commissioner Lyons moved to appoint Marveen Kelly to the Nuisance Abatement
Board. 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
Change Order 95 to contract with Cone Constructors, Inc. for Sanford Avenue Roaa
Improvements.
said Change Order in amount of $13,570.50 plus engineering and inspection fees,
modification of the interlocal agreement to include said Change Order. Seconded
Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to approve
and
by
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Consent Agenda.
A. Requests for payment of statements'.
(1)
From Muller, Mintz, Kornreich, et al for professional services
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(2) From City Attorney for professional services in June, 1996
(Invoic~-34,842) ............................................ $10,710.00
B. Approval of Minutes of June 10, 1996, Regular Meeting.
On motion of Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by
the vote of the Commission as follows:
the Commission:
A.
B.
Information
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Approved payment of statements (1) and (2).
Approved Minutes of June 10, 1996, Regular Meeting.
regarding invoices paid during the period for previously approved
lump sum
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Managed Care Contract, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of the City
Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to authorize execution of said Managed Care Contract with
Carvell in an annual amount of $4,000.00, effective January 1, 1997. Seconded by
Request from George Martin for a thirty (30) day time extension re: Lowing Mowing Citation
with respect to property located at 2750 West ~irport Boulevard, as discussed at tonight's
Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to deny the
requested thirty (30) day time extension.
vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the
There being no further business,
Attest:
the meeting was a~djour~d. _
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
contracts. The Commission acknowledged eight (8) invoices totalling $13,556.51.
Sanford Memorial Stadium, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. Commissioner Eckstein
commended the members of the Commission for supporting the renovation of the Stadium.
Political Sign Ordinance. City Attorney William Colbert reported that he has reviewed the
ordinance from an enforcement standpoint, as requested by the City Manager, and that he was
prepared to discuss same. On request of Commissioner Howell, the Commission concurred to
defer discussion of this item to the August 12, 1996, Work Session.
LIHEAPAgreement Modification 001, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation
of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve said LIHEAP Agreement Modification
001, to increase programming capabilities by $34,884.00. Seconded by Commissioner Howell and
carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: