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City Commission, Sanford, Florida WORK SESSIONMARCH 12 2(~1
The City Cornmission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Work Session on Monday, March 12, 2001, at 3:30
P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, Sanford City Hall, 300 North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida~
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Larry A. Dale
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Velma Williams
Commissioner Brady Lessard
Commissioner Randy Jones
City Manager Anthony VanD erworp
City Clerk Janet tL Dougherty
Absent: City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Employee of the Month Award for March 2001.
Mayor Dale presented Nellie Smith with the Employee of the Month Award for March 2001.
Interviews of prospective board appointees.
Sanford Airport Authority. City Clerk Janet Dougherty reported the Board has one upcoming vacancy and
that JeffTriplett, Rami Yosefian, and Andrew Valente were present to be interviewed for the Board.
Mr. Valerite reported that he moved to Sanford from Houston, Texas, approximately fourteen months ago and
resides in the Historic District. He is a fire protection engineer and deals with fire and life safety. He used to be a volunteer
firefighter and lived in a fire house while in college. He can offer experience on how airports are run and the associated fire/life
safety issues.
Mr. Triplett reported he was bem and raised in a small town outside of Springfield, Missouri, moved to Central
Florida in 1992, has lived in Altamonte Springs for five years, and has worked in his profession at Huntington Bank in Sanford
for two years. He currently serves as Chainrmn of the Board for the Sanford/Seminole Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Triplett
said that Huntington Bank handled loans for the airport in the hte nineties, and he has handled icing on the public/private
side for hangars at the airport. He also has experience in construction financing. The potential economic impact of the airport
is unsubstantiated.
Mr. Yosefian reported that when he first came to Sanford he was interested in building a hotel at the Sanford
Airport, however, he and a group of investors were disappointed in the way they were greeted by the Airport Board. He is a
developer and has many international connections with his business, and can offer his experience. He said the airport is not being
utilized to its maximum and that downtown Sanford doesn't feel the impact of airport passengers and he can be of help in
creating a connection between downtown and the airport.
Sanford Airport Authority Ouarterly Financial Report for quarter ending December 31, 2000.
Orlando/Sanford Airport Executive Director Victor White and Firance Director Bryant Garrett were present to
present the financial report for quarter ending December 31, 2000.
Mr. Garrett reported the operating revenues reflect year to date actual revenue as $1,437,446, and operating
expenses as $775,398 which is artificially low due to salaries and benefits for positions that were vacant but are now filled. He
gave an overview of the difference of projected/budgeted revenues and expenses which reflect shortfalls and over budget
amounts. The marketing and advertising expense is under budget due to the foreign trade zones and the incubator project.
[Mayor Dale briefly left the meeting and returned.] [Commissioner Lessard briefly let~ the meeting and returned.] Mr. Garrett
gave an overview of other revenues and expenses affecting cash flow.
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In response to Commissioner Eckstein' s question regarding who will be the Commission' s liaison to the Airport,
Mayor Elect Lessard said that he expected it to be himself; but would like to discuss it with the Commissiom
In response to Commissioner Lessard' s question regarding when the passenger facility charge account will begin
building, Mr. White said the effective collection date doesn't begin until April 1. Mr. Garrett said the passenger facility charge
projected revenue through September is $284,000. Mr. White said the Federatly authorized passenger facility charge can be as
high as $4.50 but for competitive reasons it was decided that $1 would be charged; the authorized increments are $1, $2, $3,
$4, or $4.50. Commissioner Eckstein recommended the fee be raised to $2. Mr. White said there is an opportunity in about
two years to modify or apply for a new passenger facility charge.
Mayor Dale requested and received clarification from Mr. Garrett and Mr. White regarding various items in the
quarterly report: salaries and benefits, utilities, garbage service, marketing and advertising, and insurance.
City Manager VanDerworp suggested that the Airport financial report be presented the way the City's report
is presented, to reflect the percentage of the budget spent which will show large overages or underages, thus providing a better
understanding of the report. The Commission concurred.
Mayor Dale asked if the Airport budgets for reserves. Mr. Garrett said the reserve account is being established
and by the end of this year he projects an mount of $400,000, however, it depends upon the profitability that is going to occur
and unexpected expenses. At present, the reserve account reflects $190,000. The target is to have 10% set aside for reserves.
[Commissioner Lessard briefly let~ the meeting and returned.]
Commissioner Eckstein said he anticipates that in the next three or four years the Airport will have to use its
credit rating as a vehicle to acquire bonds to establish the industrial park; the better the credit rating, the lower the interest rates.
There are revenue and industrial bonds that can be issued for development, and public/private parmerships can be made that can
increase revenue and provide stability. Mr. White said that Mr. Garrett is working on a scheme to consolidate seven different
loans which will save money and will perhaps pay off the loan tiom the City of Sanford. Mr. Garrett said it is his understanding
that in order for the Airport to issue debt it will have to rely on the credit rating of the City because the Airport is a dependent
agency. Commissioner Eckstein said the con~nercial area at the Airport can be expanded and marketed, and the Airport Board
will have to make a major commitment to develop the industrial park. Mr. White reported that last week the Authority Board
approved hiring an economic development consultant to work with Airport Staff, City Staff; and other engineering consultants
to develop a business plan forthe commerce park. Mayor Dale said there are many private investors that would invest if given
depreciation, and at the end of the lease term the Airport would benefit liom the "steel." The way to be recession proof is to
build a golden goose that will hy the golden egg month after month. The commerce park can be prosperous. Mr. White said
there are infrastructure issues that have been a deterrent, however, the Airport' s number one legislative priority is a $10 million
grant ft~m the State for h~as~cture development of the entire commerce park area. Presentations have been made to House
and Senate leadership, budget committee leadership, and the presentation package was personally delivered to the Governor.
Mayor Dale said the City has been and will continue working to improve the infrastructure.
Mayor Dale asked if the Airport budget included the cost of the ILS. [Commissioner Eckstein left the meeting.]
Mr. Garrett said there is no dedicated source of payment. Mr. White said that last Friday he and the Airport Board Chairman
met with the president ofthe contracting firm to try to renegotiate a settlement. There will be a follow up meeting this coming
Friday and he thinks that the settlement will be less than the $600,000 requested, and perhaps less than $346,000. The settlement
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will be immediately paid from left over terminal contingency funds. A request will be made to Congress, with Congressman
Mica' s help, to get a specific line item in the DOT budget to settle the FAA issues that have been at stake for two years.
City of Sanford Ouarterly Financial Report for quarter endine Beeember 31, 2000.
Finance Director Donna Wart and Deputy Finance Director Keyin Smith were present to present the quarterly
financial report. Ms. Watt introduced Puggy Johnson, Finance Manager, and Fred Fosson, Risk Manager.
Mr. Smith reported that General Fund revenues are on schedule and that 71.52% of ad valorem taxes have been
received as well as 53.41% of revenue for llcences and permits. General Fund expenditures reflect that most departments are
under budget with the exception of Human Resources and Police, which is due to outstand'mg purchase orders. He d'mtributed
and briefly reviewed a revised General Fund Balance sheet that reflects a fund balance of $4,021,692. The Stormwater Operating
Fund reflects operating revenue at 25.82% of budget and expenses at 9.66% that will increase when the Bishop & Burtrey
pmjeet is complete. The Water & Sewer Revenue Fund reflects total operating revenue as 26.30% of budget and total operating
expenses as 22.52%. [Commissioner Eckstein returned to the meeting.] The Water Impact Fee Fund reflects total revenue in
the amount of $136,637 and the Sewer Impact Fee Fund reflects revenue in the amount of $300,696. The Police Education Fund
reflects total assets in the amount of $33,996. The Law Enforcement Trust Fund reflects total assets in the amount of $151,788.
Commissioner Eckstein asked Mayor Elect Lessard if he will be the Commission's liaison to the Police
Department, and he replied, 'sl was phnir~ on it." Commissioner Eckstein said his point of view is that the Law Enforcement
Trust Fund should be managed very carefully. Commissioner Williams said that the Police Chief and the City Manager should
be given the opportunity to make recommendations on how to spend the money. Mayor Dale said they do make --
recommendations but the decision rests with the Commission. City Manager V anDerworp said there are a lot of programs and
needs within the Police Department and recommendations will be made to the Commission.
Mr. Smith reported the Community Development G-rant Funds Revenue and Expenditure Analysis reflects revenue
in the amount of $30,344 and expenses in the amount of $4,734 for Weatherizatiork The LIHEAP revenue reflects zero,
however, $104,203.58 was due from the State on December 31, 2000 and was not received. In fiscal year 2000, $50,000 of
CDBG funds were awarded, part of which were utilized for completion of a tree lighting project in the Goldsboro area.
Approval has been obtained to redistribute the remaining funds for use in constructing a water line extension along Strawberry
Avenue in Goldsl0om. The Local Option Gas Tax analysis reflects revenue in the amount of $150,693 and expenditures in the
amount of $109,799. The Impact Fee Fund reflects revenue in the amount of $36,241 for Recreation; $I0~361 for Fire; and
$30,835 for Police. The Community Redevelopment Agency reflects ad valorem taxes received in the amount of $366,067 for
Seminole Towne Center and an interest payment was made. The Waterfront CRA received ad valorem taxes in the amount of
$48,073, for total assets in the amount of $426,438. The Insurance Internal Service Fund reflects total revenue in the amount
of $342,781 and total expenditures in the amount of $139,182. The amount paid for excess workers' compensation insurance
is $55,000. Workers' compensation claims paid this period total $46,929.
Commissioner Eckste'm reported that prior to today' s meeting, he met with the Risk Manager to express concern
regarding one of the workers compensation claims. He said a rigid procedure will he put in phce to file claims in a timely manner
and to document claims; there needs to be a berter handle on this.
Mr. Smith reported that payments for General Umb'~ity Insurance including premiums and claims total $A67,018.
The Cemetery Trust Fund reflects revenue in the amount of $3,750; total assets are $407.206. The Termination Benefit Reserve
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Fund reflects total assets in the amount of $210,865.
Hartwell Avenue speed humps.
City Engineer Bob Walter reported that ~t the request of the City, Seminole County conducted a traffic study
for traffic paRems within the Country Club Subdivision, specifically, several different alignments of a proposed "counecter" road
between the Goldsboro Subdivision and 251h Street, numbers of"cut thru" tra~c, and speed of vehicles. The Traffic Study
Report sites several facts including: a large percentage of the traffic on Hartwell Avenue is cut through traffic but is a nuisance
rather than a safety problem; most vehicles on Hartwell Avenue are observing the posted speed limit, but there are a few vehicles
that travel at a much higher rate than the posted limit; and tra~c calming devices could decrease beth the volume and speed of
cut through traffic. A speed bump is proposed approximately half way between Milch court and 20th Street on Hartwell
Avenue. Three-way stop signs are proposed at the entrance to Cedar Creek Apartments since the entrance serves as an
intersection with Hartwell Avenue.
City Manager VanDerworp reported the speed humps and stop signs could be accommodated within the current
budget and requested the Commission's consensus. The City Manager also reported there is a petition regarding a similar tra~c
situation on Coronado Concourse, and recommended the same basic procedure be followed. There is no cost to the City for
Seminole County to conduct the traffic study as long as there is no hurry; it takes about four months to complete the study
because outside sottrees are contracted to do the work. The Commission bad no objections. [Commissioner Lessard left the
meeting.]
"-' Human Resources Manual.
Human Resettrees Director Joe Denaro reported tbat Staff prepared an update of the Human Resources Manual
consisting of a consolidation of the Personnel Rules and Regulations and the Civil Service Rules. He reviewed recaps of the
changes as listed in the Agenda Cover Memo provided for this item in today's Agenda. [Commissioner Lessard retumed.]
The Commission requested inclusion of the effective date of February 1, 2001 for the tobacco abstention policy
for police and fire applicants and new hires, and verbiage allowing for participation in municipal political activities as long as
such participation is not on City time or in City uniform.
Mayor Dale said tbat the first reading of an ordinance to adopt the Human Resources Manual will be heard at
tonight's meeting as an Add-on item.
Boards - resignations.
This item was not discussed.
Regular Agenda items. Add-on items. and other items.
City Manager Vard)erworp distributed an Add-on item for tohight's meeting regarding a Resolution for the
Seminole County School Board that will be presented to the School Board at their joint meeting with the City Commission on
March 20 at 6:00 P.M. at the School Board offices.
The City Manager distributed the Police Department Status Report.
Mayor Dale reported a letter was received from the St. Johns River Water Management District requesting the
Commission appoint an elected official as a designee to serve as liaison to their district so they can work with the City on various
issues. He gave the letter to Mayor Elect Lessard for his consideratiom
Mayor Dale distn~buted and reviewed a letter received from Harvey Alper regarding the Metropolitan Systems
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Contract. He reported he has a meeting tomorrow with Mr. Alper and will report back to the Commissiork
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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City Commission, Sanford, Florida REGULXR~igETING MARCH 12 281
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Regular Meeting on Monday, March 12, 2001, at
7:00 P.M. in the City Commission Room, City Hall, 300 North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Larry A. Dale
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Velma H. Willjams
Commissioner Brady Lessard
Commissioner Randy Jones
City Attorney William L. Colbert
City Manager Anthony VanDerworp
City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Presentation.
Finance Director Donna Watt presented to the City of Sanford the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in
Financial Reporting the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for 1999 that was received from the Government Finance
Officers Association of the United States and Canada. It is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental
accounting and financial reporting and represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.
Citizen participation.
There was no citizen participation.
Approval of minutes.
Commissioner W'ffiiams moved to approve the minutes of February 26, 2001 Work Session and Regular Meeting.
Seconded by Commissioner Jones and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner William~ Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Public heating and first reading of Ordinance No. 3629 to close. vacate. and abandon Me!!onville Avenue between North
Way extended easterly and Rose Hill Trail extended easteriv and between Rose Hill Trail and Park National Drive:
Magnolia Park L.C.; Michael Murray, Manager, applicant. Recommended by the Plans Review Committee, the Director of
Engineering & Planning, and the City Manager. Ad published February 21, 2001, property owners notified February 26, 2001,
property posted February 26, 2001.
Ordinance No. 3629 was read by title, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID& CLOSING, VACATING, AND
ABANDONING A PORTION OF MELLONVILLE AVENUE BETWEEN NORTH WAY
EXTENDED EASTERLY AND ROSE HILL TRAIL EXTENDED EASTERLY AND
BETWEEN ROSE HILL TRAIL AND PARK NATIONAL DRIVE; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Dale reported the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak for, or in opposition to,
Ordinance Nn. 3629. Rebecca Burke and Patricia Vassallo were present to report that they own property adjacent to the right-
of-my and object to closing it because they would be denied access to their properties, and their properties may ultimately be
alevalued. They requested alternate access to the developed propc~7 or compensation if the right-of-way is closed. Their
property is adjacent to Mellonville Avenue and Rose Hill and the planned developments of Magnolia Park and Bakers Crossing.
Mayor Dale reported that a portion of unimproved Mellonville Avenue fronts wetland and that the City will
probably never improve the fight-of-way because of necessary mitigation. Ms. Burke said that while she understands the need
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for the vacate, she has deeded access to her property from Mellonville Avenue. Mayor Dale said there is really no access via
Mellonville Avenue because of a swamp and there is no road; it is not currently used for access. Ms. Burke said that part of it
is swamp but she does have the fight to access her property from Mellonville Avenue if she chooses; the eventuality is that if
the road is vacated, there would no longer be access to their property. Mayor Dale said that Ms. Burke' s property is in Seminole
County and half of that portion of unimproved Mellonville Avenue that abuts her property is in Seminole County and the City
cannot vacate that ~ there is still access to her property from that portion.
Ms. Vassallo reported they want to maintain access to Lake Mary Boulevard and if access is lost, their property
will be devalued. Mayor Dale said the cost to improve Mellonville Avenue and to mitigate the wetlands is unbelievable. Ms.
Burke said their property is in high demand by all the surrounding developers and thinks that access through the development
of Magnolia Park will significantly increase the value of their property. She requested access through Magnolia Park or alternate
access.
Mayor Dale said he has always been adverse to vacating a mad when there is an objection from a property owner
whose property fronts the road to be vacated.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to deny the first reading of Ordinance No. 3629 to close, vacate, and abandon
that portion of Mellonville Avenue between North Way extended easterly and Rose Hill Trail extended easterly and between
Rose Hill Trail and Park l~[ational Drive. Seconded by Commissioner Lessard and carded by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Public hearim~ and second reading, and adoption of Ordinance No. 3626 to amend Chapters 18 and 18 t/2 of the City
Code to provide for/he appointment of up to three alternate members to the Phnning and Zoning Commission.
Recommended by the City Manager. Ad published February 28, 2001.
Ordinance No. 3626 was read by title. Mayor Dale reported the Commission would hear from those persons
present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3626. No one appeared. Commissioner Eckstein moved to adopt
Ordinance No. 3626, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID& AMENDING CHAPTER 18,
ARTICLE II, OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES, PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION; AMENDING SECTION 18 ¼-11, MEMBERS, TO PROVIDE THAT THE
COMMISSION MAY APPOINT LIP TO THREE ALTERNATE MEMBERS TO THE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,
CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Williams and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Public hearing to consider condemnation of property on Condemnation Report No. 01-01. 158 Meadow Boulevard.
Virginia Israel and Lucretia Naylor Israel, TR, owner. Owner notified March 12, 2001; property posted March 12, 2001; ad
published February 24 and March 3, 2001.
Director of Community Development Charles Rowe and City Manager VanDerworp recommend the structure
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be found ensafe, dilapidated, unsanitary or uninhabitable, to condemn said structure, and to give the owner thirty (30) days to
repair or demolish; if property owner fails to effect such demolition and removal or repair within said thirty (30) day period, the
City shall demolish and remove the building and/or structure, and the actual cost of said removal and disposal, including
administrative costs, will be assessed as a lien against the property.
Mr. Rowe reported that today the property owners obtained a permit to demolish the structure.
Mayor Dale reported the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak for, or in opposition to,
Condemnation Report No. 01-0 I. No one appeared.
Commissioner Eckstein moved on the City Manager' s recommendation. Seconded by Commissioner Williams
and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Nay
Board: appointment/reappointments.
Central Examining Board. City Clerk Janet Dougherty reported that the terms of Robert Whitaker and A. K.
Shoemaker expire in April; both have been contacted and are willing to serve again.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to reappoint Robert Whitaker and A. K. Shoemaker to the Board. Seconded by
Commissioner Lessard and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
.- Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willi~ms Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Sanford Airport Authority. The City Clerk reported that Martin Herbenar resigned from the Board effective
March 31, 2001. Commissioner Jones moved to appoint JeffTriplett to the Board. Seconded by Commissioner Williams and
carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner W~llinms Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Condemnation items:
Charles Rowe, Director of Community Development, reported that Condemnation Report No. 00-05, 1108 Holly
Avenue, Janfie Flagler, owner, was previously condemned by the City Commission, that due process has taken place, and there
has been no contact by the owner. He requested that the Commission authorize demolition of the structure.
Commissioner Lessard moved to authorize the demolition. Seconded by Commk~ioner Jones and carried by vote
of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willlnrns Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Condemnation status report.
Mr. Rowe reported there are no motions or recommendations to be made.
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First reading of Ordinance No. 3627 to annex .36 acres of property lying between SR46 (W. 1st St.) and Smith Canal
Road and between UpsaM Road and EIder Road (4101 SR 46/W 1st St.): Rupal, Inc., owner. Recommended by the Plans
Review Committee, the Director of Engineering & Plann~g and the City Manager.
On recommendation o f the City Manager, Commissioner Jones moved on the first reading o f Ordinance N o. 3627,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID& TO ANNEX WITHIN THE
CORPORATE AREA OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, UPON ADOPTION OF SAID
ORDINANCE, A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN S.R. 46
AND SMITH CANAL ROAD AND BETWEEN ELDER ROAD AND UPSALA ROAD; IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION
171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Lessard and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
First reading of Ordinance No. 3628 to annex 5 acres of property between Oregon Avenue extended easterly and W.
CR 46A/W. 251h St. and between Oregon Avenne and Upsah Road: Allen and Joanne Nettles, owners. Recommended
by the Plans Review Committee, the Director of Engineering & Planning, and the City Manager.
On recormnendation ofthe City Manager, Commissioner Willinras moved on the first reading of Ordinance No.
3628, 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, 5 ACRES OF PROPERTY BETWEEN OREGON AVENUE EXTENDED
EASTERLY AND W. C.R. 46A/W. 25TH STREET AND BETWEEN OREGON AVENUE
AND UPSALA ROAD; IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Jones and carded by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Consent Agenda.
Mayor Dale reported that as Commission liaison to the Police Department, he and City Manager VartDerworp
met with Police ChiefTooley and Lieutenant Presley to discuss Consent Agenda Item No. 4, On Target Performance Systems,
LLP, and that he was extremely impressed with the evaluation system; it has implications for improving the evaluation system
City-wide.
Commissioner Eckstein moved on the Consent Agenda, as follows:
Approve $185,000 settlement for William Bemosky's Workers Con-qymsation claim. (City will pay and FLC will
reimburse City for excess of $145,000 -- net cost to City of $40,000.)
Approve $120,000 mediated settlement for Gary Winn's Workers Compensation claim. (City will pay and FLC
will reimburse City for excess of $ 1 00,000 -- net cost to City of $20,000.)
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Approve Change Order #1 in the amount of $143,656 to CPH Constructors' contract and authorize additional
funding in amount of $30,000 from General Fund reserves for Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium additions and
Authorize On Target Performance Systems, LLP to customize job, task and analysis for sworn and civilian
position performance evaluations; cost not to exceed $17,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund.
Commissioner Eckstein reported that the Change Order for the Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium is for building a training
facility, restrooms, and dugout expansion. Afrer discussion, the motion was seconded by Commissioner Williams and carded
by vote of the Commission, as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Add-on items:
Adoption of Resolution No. 1851 acknowledging and commending the Seminole County School Board for their
investment in Sanford area schools. Recommended by the City Manager.
City Manager VanDerworp reported that Resolution No. 1851 thanks and commends the Seminole County
School Board for capital improvements and magnet school programs at Sanford area schools. The Resolution will be presented
to the School Board at the Commission's Joint Work Session with the School Board on March 20, 2001.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to adopt Resolution No. 1851, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID&
GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGING AND COMMENDING THE SEMINOLE COUNTY
SCHOOL BOARD FOR THEIR INVESTMENT IN SANFORD AREA SCHOOLS THROUGH
THE CONTENUOUS PROVISION OF QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING AND
ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY.
Seconded by Commissioner Williams and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
First reading of Ordinance No. 3630 to adopt the Human Resources Manual Recommended by the Human Resources
Director and the City Manager.
City Manager VanDerworp distributed two changes to the Manual that were discussed at today' s Work Session
regardin~ the effective date of February 1,2001 for the tobacco abstention policy for police and fire applicants and new hires,
and allowing participation in municipal political activities as long as such participation is not on City time or in City uniform.
On recotranendation ofthe City Manager, Commissioner Williams moved on the first reading of Ordinance No.
3630, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID& ADOPTING THE HUMAN
RESOURCES MANUAL, CONSOLIDATING THE PERSONNEL RULES AND
REGULATIONS; CLASSIFICATION & PAY PLAN/ADM/NISTRATIVE GUIDELINES;
CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, AND
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
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Mayor-Commissioner Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Information only.
1. Police Department Status Report on police activities February 1,2001 through February 15, 2001. This
item was noted.
2. Main Street Cinise special events - cancellation. This item was noted.
3. Parking at 109 South Palmetto Avenue. Commissioner Jones reported the word "loading" was painted
on the sidewalk in from of the property and the owner parks on the sidewalk and blocks the sidewalk which is a violation of City
Code. Jay Marder, Director of Engineering & Planning, reported the building is a converted fire station and the building wall
is the property line. Mayor Dale said that a right-of-way use permit should have been issued to allow the use of the sidewalk,
and if there is none, the painted "loading" sign will have to be removed. City Manager VanDerworp reported the issue was
researched and there has been no fight-of-way use permit issued. Police ChiefTooley reported there is an existing driveway
in from of the building that will have to be left clear to allow the resident to have access. Commissioner Lessard reported that
he or Commissioner Elect Woodraft will speak with Ms. Fartell, property owner, regarding the issue and it will be idled.
City Attorney~s Report.
No report.
City Clerk's Report.
No report.
City Manager's Report.
City Manager VanDerworp dism'buted to the Commission the Sanford/Seminole County Chamber of Commerce
Contract for Services Agreement First Quarter Report, and the Capital Project Status Report. He reported there are twenty-two
projects listed in the report plus numerous uf~ity projects. Projects are on schedule with a few exceptions: the Historic Sanford
Memorial Stadium is ahead of schedule; the replacement of Memorial Park Seawall is behind schedule because it was pulled off
for review by the Riverwalk sub-consultant; City Hall roof replacement is behind schedule but is scheduled to be considered for
approval by the Commission at the April 9 meeting; and the Paw Park project is awaiting installation of plant material and park
amenities; the official opening is scheduled for early May 2001.
The City Manager reported the Joint Meeting with the School Board is at 6:00 P.M. on March 20 at the School
Board offices. A Joint Work Session with the Sanford Airport Authority will be scheduled.
Citv Commissioners' Reports.
Commissioner Eckstein congratulated Commissioner Williams, Mayor Elect Lessard, and Commissioner Elect
Woodrufffor their election wins. He commended Commissioner Jones for his statesmanship regarding the Human Resources
Manual.
Commissioner Williams tb~'tked Commissioner Eckstein for his congratulations and thanked the Commission
and citizens for their support. She commented that as a Commissioner she has teamed to negotiate and be more politically
astute. She congratulated Commissioner Elect Woodruffand said she looks forward to working with hirm
Commissioner Lessard thanked the Commission for their support. He thanked Diane Crews for her assistance
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to a citizen regarding a problem with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms. He asked Utility Director Paul Moore to
advise him when the Thermo System Solar Sludge Drying System is in place; he wants to see the "Mole" in operation.
Commissioner Jones congratulated Commissioner Willjams, Mayor Elect Lessard, and Commissioner Elect
Woodruff and said he looks forward to working with all of thenk He said that Mayor Dale has gotten the ball rolling on
development in the City and that continued development in the next few years is due to the red tape already cut through. He
said that since becoming a Commissioner, he has learned a lot from Mayor Dale in terms of what to look out for and questions
to ask regarding development. The ground work has been laid and the new Commission will reap the benefits from what the
Mayor has accomplished over the last four years.
Mayor Dale said he has been in the political arena for a long time, even prior to becoming an elected official, and
it has been fun to work with the Commission. Even though there have been times when there were disagreements, the
Commission bad the ability to forget about them and move on and do what the majority of the Commission decided had to be
done. His experience as Mayor has been very enjoyable. The new Commission will work together well and still be able to
dissent on issues and come to a meeting of the minds and move on.
Mayor Dale thanked "Gypsy Rose" Diane Crews and her two sisters, Arlene and Phyllis, for their entertaining
perfommnce at the "Mayor Dale Roast." He also thanked Commissioner Eckstein and Commissioner Lessard for their
participation in the roast. Additionally, he thanked Nell Snow for her kind comments at the roast and for her self-sacrifice for
the good of the City. He appreciates going out knowing that people appreciate him.
,-- There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Mayor
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