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the boundary fencing which must be removed to vacate the above
described orooerty will be properly reloceted, and a roadway
acceptable to the appropriate airport authority shall be con-
structed to replace the oerlmeter road now located on the
prooerty conveyed hereby.
(3) There is hereby reserved to the United States of America
and its aporoprlete agencies all rights to fissionable meterlals
in or upon the property conveyed, together with unqualified right
to orocure the same in such manner as may be necessary,
AND, BE IT FURTH~dR RESOLVED, that the Warranty Deed, executed December 27, 1951, by
F. A. DYSON, as Mayor, an8 attested by H. N. SAYER, es Clerk, for the purpose of
such conveyance, be and the same is hereby authorized, aoproved, and confirmed.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of January, 1952.
effectuating
S/ F.A. Dyson, Mayor
Jno. D. Ivey
Randall Chase
Andrew Carraway
W,. H, Stemper
As the City Commleaon of
the City of Sanford, Florida.
ATTEST:
introduced
S/ H, ,N. Sayer
Ci~y Clerk
Ordinance No. 498, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING SCHEDULE NUMBER
4, AS AMENDED, OF ORDINANCE NUMBER $$2, PASSED ~ND ADOPTED DECEMBER 29,
1958, BEING AM ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC IN THE CITY OF SANFORD BY
DESIGNATING IN SAID SCHEDULE AS AN ADDITIONAL THROUGH STREET CERTAIN
PORTIONS OF LOCUST AVENUE IN THE CITY OF SA~'ORD, FLORIDA.
and placed on first reading at regular meeting of December 10, was next placed on its
final passage and adoption.
Thereupon the roll was calledon the final passage and adoption of said Ordinance No.498.
The roll was called and the vote stands ss follows:
Commissioner Dyson Aye
" Carraway Aye
" Chase Aye
" Ivey Aye
" Stemoer Aye
Thereupon the Chairman announced that the
City Commission of the Ci~ of Sanford,
Florida,
by unanimous vote had passed and adooted said Ordinance No. 498, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING SCHEDULE NUMBER
$, AS AMENDED, OF ORDINANCE NUMBER hh2, PASSED AND ADOPTED DECEMBER 29,
1948, BEING AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TPAFFIC IN THE CITY OF SANFORD BY
DESIGNATING IN SAID SCt~DULE AS AN ADDITIONAL THROUGH STREET CERTAIN
PORTIONS OF LOCUST AVENUE IN THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA.
Mayor Dyson next brought up the appointment of John M. Gillon as Acting City Manager and
requested an explanstion as to why he was not consulted and was comoletely ignored in the matter,
all of which he declared, was done without his knowledge and that the first be knew of ~he ap-
oolntment was reading it in the newspaper. He stated that he felt thalt such an appointment shou~
have been m~de by the oresent members of the Commission instead of the new Commission, including
one elected but not yet installed in office.
Commissioner Stemper then advised him that it was merely a temporary appointment to he
confirmed by the new Commission at this ~ meeting, and explained that the reason he was not con-
sulted was because of his retiring from the Board, and apologized for the manner in which the
appointment was handled.
Mayor Dyson next questioned the authority for installing the Christmas lights in
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stallation by furnishing some of the materials
There being no further business to be transacted by the
Carraway moved that the meeting adjourned sine die.
and W.
which reduced the cost considerably.
out-going Board, Commissioner
Seconded by Commissioner Chase and carried.
The Commission then re-convened for the purpose of orgsnization, Messrs. John L. Ks.der
H. Stemper signing the oath of office and being seated as Commissioners of the City of
Florida, for three year terms.
Commissioner Carraway was then appointed
Ssnford,
a Mayor.
temporary Chairman, pending the election of
The first order of business being the election of a Mayor for the ensuing year, Com-
missioner Ivey nominated Commissioner Chase, who declined the nomination and nominated Commie~
sloner Stemper.
Commissioner Carraway at this time pointed out that it would be for the heat interest
of the City to have a Mayor whose place of business is located nearer the City Hall than Mr.
Stemper's because of the Mayor having to be contacted often to sign papers other than at Com-
mission meetings, and brought out the inconvenience and additional expense that would be in-
volved.
Thereupon Commissioner Ivey nominated Commissioner Kadet who also requested that his
name be withdrawn because of not having any experience as a Commissioner.
There being no further nominations, Commissioner Kadet moved that the nominations be
closed. Seconded by Commissioner Chase.
Thereupon the roll was called for the election of Commissioner Stemper as the Mayor
of the City of Sanford for year 1952, the vote being as follows:
Commissioner Carraway Nays
" Chase Aye
" Ivey Naye
" Kadet Aye
" Stemoer Aye
Commissioner Stemoer then signed the oath and acceptance 'of off~e and wes duly in-
stalled as Mayor of the City of Sanford for the year 1952.
Messrs A. P. & R. K. Michaels next appeared and submitted the following proposal for
furnishing engineering services in connection with the proposed sewer extension, sewage disposal
and water facilities projects, and sa~ was taken under consideration:
Sanford, Florida
January 8, 1952
City of Sanford,
City Hall
Sanford, Florida.
Hon. Mayor & City Commissioners:
Gentlemen:
We understand your City is contemplating extensions to the present sewer
system and some method of sewage disposal, and also considering the con-
struction of certain water facilities, contained in a recent report made
by our firm.
The design for the sewers, disposal and water facilities must be submitted
to and approved by the Florida State Board of Health with the result that
all designs follow definite design criteria which is made mandatory by
State laws.
We will be pleased to make the necessary designs and specifications for
your sewer and water needs and to assist the City in making whatever nec-
essary applications and ~eDorts to construct and finance the projects.
Our fee will be the minimum engineering fees approved by the Florida
En~ineerin~ Societv and the Flo~Id~ S~a1~tv n~ Pw~m:~1~,l ~1~w.
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in a considerable s~v~.ng to your City.
If the sewage~and water are Joined together in one
engineering contract it will result Ina further saving
to your City.
Trusting that you will give this proposal your early con-
sideratlon, we beg to remain,
Most sincerely yours,
A. P. & R. K. MICHAELS
S/ By: A. P. Michaels
Mr. Joel.Field, President, and Messrs. John Krlder, W. W. Dawson, Jr., W. A. Morrison
and Forest Brecklnridge next appeared as a Committee representing the newly organized Sanford
Baseball Association and requested the support of the Commission on a baseball program for the
coming year. Mr. Erider ~ve a brief report on the status of the baseball program, of the en-
thusiasm shown at the re-organization meeting of the association at which fifteen new directors
were elected, and advised that they would proceed to raise funds to operate a team in Florida
State League if approved by the Com~isslon. He stated that they needed the continued support
of the City in helping defray the expenses and reGuested contribution of $2,500.00 to cover coe~
of f~eld lighting and a groun~keeper. Mr. Krl~er al~o gave a favorable report on the probability
of getting a St. Louis Browns farm teem to train in Sanfor~ this spring if the new stadium is
made available for such purpose, stating that the fence would have to be moved and repaired,
fie~d reconditioned a guard screen installed behind home plate, and the concourse paved.
Mayor Stemper then advised that the Commission was favorbly Inclined to co-operate
with the Committee but would have to obtain figures on cost of making the foregoing improvements
before making any commitment, and ecti~ was deferred, pending cost estimates to be prepared
an~ submitted by the City Manager.
At this time Elton J. Moughton, Architect, reported that the stadium was almost 100%
completed, except the floodlights, and ready for final inspection end acceptance by the City.
Thereupon the Commissioners agreed to accompany Mr. Moughton on inspection of the
stadium on January 9, for final approval and acceptance.
Ezra Turner, 911 Maple Avenue, next appeared and reGueeted ~he City to establish the
street righ~-of-way lines of Maple Avenue between 9th and 10th Streets in order that the abut-
ting property owners may beautify the parkway, ~tating that traffic was running over the park-
way and lawns because of it being an unpaved street without ~de8 center line for traffic. He
Also reeuested that the City re-locate the open drainage ditch that crosses hie property.
Matter referred to the C~ty Manager.
Mr. Mervyn Ozier of Ozier-Weller Homes, Inc., ~e~t spoeare~ and reGuested a ~lx months
e~tension on option expired on January 2 to Ourchese remaining 79 lots in Bel Air an8 San Lan~a
Second Section ~ubdivislon at price of $6,~00.00, advising that they did not need the lore at
this time but had FHA commitments to construct ~7 additional dwellings on thc lots already pur-
chased under, the option and needed working capital.
Thereupon after careful consi~¢ratla~ Commissioner Ivey moved that the City gr~nt Ozier-
Weller Homes, Inc., an option to purchase the remaining 79 lots on following terms: One-fourth
cs~h, one-fourth within 90 days, one-fourth within 180 days and balance within 270 d~ye; and
t~at they be gr~nted until J~nuary 15, to enter into the option agreement.
Seconded by Commlssioner Chase and carried.
Volie Williams, Jr., Attorney, next appeered with reference to Ordinance Mo. $$4, regula-
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After considerable discussi~n of the changes recommended by Mr. Williams, Commissioner
Chase moved that the Chief of Police ~d City Attorney re-d.~aft an Ordinance and eubmit for
consider~tion.
Seconded by Commissioner Kadet and carried.
Robert Young, colored, next appeared with reference to the City eliminating his private
parking area for taxi-cabs on ~rd Street parkway immediately west of Sanford Avenue and ma~king
it off for angular parking for all taxi-cabs. He advised that the City gave him permission to
pave and use the parkway for his taxi-stand and that he had spent approximately $2,800.00 in
making the improvements.
Thereupon Commissioner Ivey moved that the Chief of Police be given authority to correct
the situation.
Seconded by Commissioner Csrrsway and carried.
Samuel Fulton, colored, next appeared and requested that the City grant him a space
for his taxi-cab in front of his pool room at southeset corner of Sanford Avenue, and 3rd Street
which he is operating in connection with his taxi-cab business, and same was referred to Chief
of Police for recommendation.
Further consideration next given to the City acquiring the additional right-of-way
for widening French Avenue from Seminole Boulevard south to State Road No. 15 in accordance
with Resolution No. 792, adopted by the Com~is~ion on July 9, 1951, and in view of the City's
inability to meet the fin~ncial requirement involved in securing the right-of-way, Conm~lssioner
Chase moved that the Board of County Commiesioners be invited to meet wltb the Commission at
meeting of January 14, or at their convenience, relative to the County assuming the obl~ation.
Seconded by Commissioner Carraway and carried.
Don Rider, reporter for Orlando Sentinel, next requested that the press and radio be
fur~lshed copies of the agendas for Commiesion meetings, and on motion of Commis~ioner Chase,
seconded by Commissioner Kadet and carried, same was authorized and directed.
On motion of Commissioner Carraway, seconde~ by Commiseloner Chase and carried, the
Commission next approved the employment of J. T. Pope se
baals at salary of $60.00 per week.
On motion duly adopted action on letter from Dr.
assistant BulldOg Inspector on Temporary
Frank L. Quillman, Director of Seminole
County Health Unit, relative to vaccinating dogs for rabies was deferred until next meeting.
On motion of Commissioner Carrsway, seconded by Commissioner Chase and carried, request
of Farmers Home Administration of U. S. Department of Agriculture for office space was next
referred to Seminole County Chamber of Commerce.
On motion of Commissioner Chase, seconded by Commissioner Kader and carried, the Cpm-
mission next confirmed the appointment of John M. Gil]on as acting City Manager on temporary
basis, effective as of January 1, 1952.
Letter next read from Phillips Properties making further request to be allowed to pave
the streets in Wynnewood Subdivision with raised curb instead of the standard curb end gutter
because of shortage of cement, and the City Manager. was authorized to ~rk out satisfactory
specifications for raised curb end submit to Commission for approval.
On motion of Commissioner Kadet, seconded by Commissioner Carraway and carried, the
Mayor was next authorized to write Mr. F. A. Dyson a letter of apnreciation for his services
~s Mayor and. Commissioner.
Consideration next given to matter of appointing a new Municipal Judge to fill the
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Municipal Judge, effective January 15, and that the services of Jas G. Sharon be
terminated on said date with two weeks termination salsry.
Seconded by Commissioner Chase and carried by the following vote
Commissioner Stemper Aye
" Carraw~y Nays
" Chase ~
" Ivey ~
" Kadet Aye
of the Commission:
Commissioner Carraway then ststed, that while he fe~t ~hst Mr. Houholder was competent
for the position and would make a good Judge, he also felt that Mr. Sharon had performed his
duties in good faith and even though his sentences were
in his disposition of Municipal Court cases.
Commissioner Ivey stated that inasmuch as Judge
severe, he had been fair and impartial
Sharon hsd requested an opportunity to
appear before the Commission in his behalf, he felt that action should have been deferred until
he had been given an oooortunlty to be heard.
Consideration next given to reouest of John Gray who hes submitted apolicstion to con,
etruct l0 dwellings in Block l0 of Highland Park, for the City to extend approximately 1600
feet of sanitary sewer to serve the dwelJlngs, offering to shore in the cost of constructing the
sewer. The estimated cost being $1,632.45, as submitted by the City Manager.
Thereupon after taking into consfleration the cost to Mr. Gray of installing septic tanks
to serve the dwellings, Commissioner Chase moved that the City Instal~ the sewer line provided
Mr. Grey pay $1,500.00 toward cost and(secure the necesssry essement for sa~e~
Seconded by Commissioner Ivey and carried.
On motion of Commissl~r Csrraw~y, seconded by Commissioner Chase and carried, the Com-
of
mission next authorized refund to Fred Clay of $150.00 osid on ourchase of Lots 15 and 16
Block 10, Bel ~ir becsuse of him having to move from Sanford.
On motion of Commissioner Carrawsy, seconded by Commissioner Chase and carried, the Com-
mission ne×t suthorized refund to
to engsge in business of building
building inspector.
J. T. Pope of 1951-52 License Tax in amount of $25.00 paid
contractor. Mr. Po~ hsving accepted position as assistant
On motion of Commissioner Ivey, seconded by Commissioner Chase and carried, the Commission
ne~t authorized refund to Lewis Perides of 1951-1952 License Tax in smount of $50.00 paid ~o
engage in business as beer and wine ventor at 801 W. 9th Street becouse he was unable to secure
the store bui~ding.
The Clerk next reported thst the Board of Bond Trustees would not accept the responsibility
of Sinking Fund for retirement of Stadium and Utility Service Tax Bonds until their duties are
more clearly defined, and that in order to pay interest in amount of $625.00 and bonds in mount
of $20,000.00 due January 1, 1952, the Trustees transferred the funds back to the General Fund,
which was disbursed for such purpose.
Thereupon Commissioner Csrraway moved the approval of the action of the Clerk in paying
the Stadium and Utility Service Tax bonds and interest due Janusry l, through the Genersl Fund
from funds transferred from the Sinking Fund.
Seconded by Commissioner Ivey and csrried.
Commissioner Chase next submitted proposal of Robert M. Angas and Associates, Jacksonville
for furnishing engineering services for the City, and same was taken under advisement.
On motion of Commissioner Chase, seconded by Commissioner Carrawsy and carried, the Com-
mission next authorized payment to Clifford McKlbbin, Jr., of two weeks termination salary and one
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week
1951.
in lieu of vacation. Mr. McKlbbln having realgned aa City Manager on December ~l,
There being no further bualneaa the meeting then adjourned.
ATTEST:
Cl~k