HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-30-2023 SM MinutesCITY COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 309 2023
SPECIAL MEETING
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Regular Meeting on Monday, January
30, 2023, at 5:00 PM, in the City Commission Chambers, City Hall, and 300 North Park Avenue,
Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor Art Woodruff
Vice Mayor Patrick Austin
Commissioner Sheena R. Britton
Commissioner Kerry S. Wiggins, Sr.
Commissioner Patty Mahany
Assistant City Attorney Lonnie N. Groot
City Clerk Traci Houchin
Deputy City Clerk Cathy LoTempio
Absent: City Manager Norton N. Bonaparte, Jr.
City Attorney William L. Colbert
1) Meeting called to order by Mayor Woodruff at 5:03 PM.
CEREMONIAL MATTERS:
2) Legislative Prayer by Commissioner Wiggins
3) Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Groot explained the items to be discussed in tonight's Special Meeting. He
said the Commission is only allowed to speak of the items listed on the agenda. Citizen's
Participation or Commission Comments are not included on the agenda, these topics would not be
allowed to be discussed, unless it pertains to the items listed.
Commissioner Britton expressed her concern and request for an additional Special
Meeting to discuss additional items prior to the next meeting.
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4) Water quality matters in reference to the 1,4 dioxane chemicals technical and regulatory
issues relating to actions of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and responsible
third parties; authorization to initiate administrative and other potentially necessary proceedings.
Jake Varn, Attorney for the City of Sanford Water Quality, said he has been
working with the City of Sanford Utilities Department since 2016 regarding water quality. The
Florida Department of Environmental Protection is taking action. This is a time sensitive item,
requiring the Commission's approval for Mr. Varn to file a petition to the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection by February 6, 2023.
After a brief discussion, Commissioner Mahany moved to authorize Mr. Varn to
file a petition on behalf of the City of Sanford with the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection regarding water quality. Seconded by Commissioner Austin and carried by vote of the
Commission as follows:
Mayor Woodruff
Aye
Vice Mayor Britton
Aye
Commissioner Wiggins
Aye
Commissioner Austin
Aye
Commissioner Mahany
Aye
5) Wastewater vacuum system repairs and related activities; adoption of Resolution No. 2023-
3112, authorizing emergency procurements.
Bill Marcous, Utilities Manager, said Bilal Iftikhar, Director of Public Works and
Utilities was unable to attend tonight's meeting. The City vacuum system was installed in the late
1980's early 1990's and impacts over 500 customers. This request is to adjust the purchasing
regulations so the City can get the parts ordered and begin the overhaul repairs to the vacuum
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sewer system. He said recent storms are a key factor for the system failures. He said, back in the
1980's there were not many commercial establishments using the system as there are today. This
resolution would allow the City to be able to hire contractors familiar with the system to assist the
City with the repairs in more efficient manner.
Maria Shreve, resident, expressed that she is in support of this item. However, she
asked for a detailed plan of who is doing the work, where the parts are coming from, how much
money it will take to outsource and a timeline. She indicated that the residents should be able to
see a plan on how taxpayer money is spent.
Melissa Mingler, resident, asked how much of an area of the City this project would
cover. She lives at 15th Street and Park Avenue. She expressed frustration, as she has reported the
foul odors coming from her alley for over a month and nothing has been done, and she has not
received one call back. Mayor Woodruff said this project is specifically on the vacuum sewer
system that is generally located between 2nd Street and 25"' Street and Sanford Avenue and French
Avenue. Commissioner Austin asked staff to please meet with Ms. Mingler after the meeting.
Elaine Jenkins, resident, asked if Rosalia Drive is on the vacuum system and how
long before residents would see improvements. Mayor Woodruff said Rosalia Drive is not located
in the area of the vacuum sewer system. The repairs would be one pit at a time and the major
improvements would be noticed in approximately six months. He said there is a stormwater project
in the Rosalia area that should show improvements in the next year or two.
Mr. Marcous assured the Commission the Utilities Department would be very
transparent, keeping the Commission and the Public aware of the purchases and timelines.
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Commissioner Austin moved to authorize the City Manager the approval to execute
procurements and related activities for the Wastewater vacuum system sewer repairs and the
adoption of Resolution No. 2023-3112. Seconded by Commissioner Wiggins and carried by vote
of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Woodruff
Aye
Vice Mayor Britton
Aye
Commissioner Wiggins
Aye
Commissioner Austin
Aye
Commissioner Mahany
Aye
Commissioner Britton requested an additional special meeting. Mayor Woodruff
suggested the Commission select two tentative dates prior to the February 13, 2023 Commission
meeting. He asked to ensure Mr. Bonaparte would be in attendance. The City Clerk would schedule
the special meeting.
There being no further business, the meeting adj rned at;':36
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