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City Commission, Sanford, Florida, April 27 at 8 P. FI.
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in regular session at
the City Hall in the City of Sanford, Florida, at 8:00 o'clock P. M. on April 27~ 196#.
Present: Commissioner A. L. Wilson, Mayor
" Joe B. Baker
J.H. Crapps
" Earl Higginbotham
" M.L. Raborn, Jr.
City Attorney Wm. C. Hutchison~ Jr.
City Clerk H. N. Tamm, Jr.
Deputy Clerk Rosa M. Rotundo
Police Chief E. G. Wi~.liams
Absent: City Manager W. E. Knowles
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman.
A. B. Peterson, Jr., President of the Sanford Chamber of Commerce, appeared to
request the City to participate in purchasing eight pages, for the sum of $1,940.00, in a
brochure being published by local merchants advertising the City of Sanford and the Lake
Monroe Industrial Park.
, Robert W. McElroy, Executive Vice President of Diversified Publications, Inc.,
Publisher, next appeared to explain the advertisements which the City would have for the
Industrial Park, and also outlined that there would be 4,.000 entire brochures of 32 pages
and 2~000 brochures consisting of 8 pages that the City would be purchasing for mailing
pieces for the Sanford Chamber of Commerce. After consideration, Commissioner Baker moved
to table the request for further study. Seconded by Commissioner Higginbotham and carried.
Robert Young, 1401 Bell Avenue, next submitted a request for a permit to operate
one additional taxicab. After discussion and on the recommendation of the Chief of Police,
Commissioner Higginbotham moved on the approval of the request. Seconded by Commissioner
Crapps and carried.
Hal Washburn, oxcner of the property abutting the City Well Field on Highway 17-92,
next appeared to request sewer service to this property in order to establish a trailer
park. Mr. Washburn outlined that the park would have approximately 49 spaces and would
be a very exclusive trailer park, and further, requested consideration for annexation to
the City. After discussion, Commissioner Crapps moved to table same until cost figures
could be submitted at the next regular meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Baker and carried.
Robert A. Williams and A. B. Peterson, Sr., Realtors, next submitted an estimated
fair market value of $700.00 for Lot 7, Block D, Celery Avenue Addition.
S. T. Nix, owner of Nix Bedding Manufacturing Company, appeared and stated the
price met his approval. After discussion and on motion of Commissioner Higginbotham,
seconded by Commissioner Baker and carried, sale to Mr. Nix of the aforesaid property was
authorized and funds derived therefrom to be used in accordance with the stipUlation in
the Deed to the City.
Commissioner Higginbotham next introduced Resolution No. 991, and, after being
read in full, moved on its passage and adoption. Seconded by Commissioner Baker and
carried bY the una_nimous vote of the Commission.
Said Resolution No. 991 being in words and figures as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA,
COMMENDING M. A. YELVINGTON FOR
HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE AS BUILDING
OFFICIAL OF THE CITY OF SANFORD,
FLORIDA.
WHEREAS, M..A. YELVINGTON has served as Building Official of the City of Sanford,
Florida, from July l, 1956, to April 24, 1964, and
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WHEREAS, M. A. YELVINGTON in the performance of his duties as Building Official
of the City of Sanford, Florida, has worked diligently and unselfishly for the betterment
and welfare of this City and its people, and
WHEREAS, M. A. YELVINGTON has devoted time and effort far above and beyond the
call of duty and is held in high regard by all groups with which he has been associated to
the extent that the Southern Building Code Congress and the Florida Building Officials'
Association have elected him President of their respective organizations and he has served
as Counselor for the City Planning and Zoning Commission, and it is the desire of the City
Commission to express proper recognition and appreciation to this retiring Official,
NOW THERE~ORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Sanford,
Florida, that the sincere commendation and appreciation of the City Commission both for
itself and for the people of this community, together with sincere good wishes for his future,
be, and the same is hereby expressed to M. A. Yelvington.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of the City
Commission and a copy hereof be delivered to M. A. Yelvington.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 27th day of April, A. D. 196~.
(szAr,)
Attest: s/ H. N. Tamm, Jr.
s/ A. L.. Wilson, Mayor
J. H. Crapps
Earl Higginbotham
J. B. Baker
M. L. Raborn~ Jr.
As the City Commission of
the City of Sanford, Florida
A Resolution of the Zoning and Planning Commission of the City of Sanford was
next presented commending M. A. Yelvington, Building Official, for his services to the City,
and after consideration, Commissioner Higginbotham moved that said Resolution be spread upon
the Minutes of the City Commission. Seconded by Commissioner Raborn and carried.
Said Resolution being in words and figures as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE ZONING AND PLANNING
C0Y~ISSION OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA.
WHEREAS, M. A. YELVINGTON has served the City of Sanford as Building Official for
eight years and has faithfully discharged the duties and obligations of that office, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Yelvington has, by virtue of his pleasant personality, made the often
difficult enforcement of the ordinances of the City more palatable to the members of the
public in which he has come in contact and, in general, has effected excellant public rela-
tions for the City Commission and its employees and appointive Boards, and
~EREAS, Mr. Yelvington has become familar with and studied City planning and
zoning to the end that he has been invaluable as counselor for the City Planning and Zoning
Commission, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Yelvington has been held in such high regard by the professional
groups with which he is associated that, the Southern Building Code Congress has elected
him its President and the Florida Building officials' Association has elected him President
and thereby brought distinction and recognition to both himself and Sanford,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the appointed Planning and Zoning Commission of
the City of Sanford, Florida, that M. A. Yelvington be commended for his service to the
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officials and citizens of Sanford and that every good wish go with him in his future work
and life.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread on the book of minutes of
this Commission and a copy be forwarded to the City Commission.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of April, A. D. 1964.
s/ Clifford W. McKibbin, Jr.,
Chairman
A. W. Lee, Jr.,
Secretary
After discussion, Commissioner Higginbotham moved to authorize the purchase from
Harry Lee, Sr., and Harry Lee, Jr., d/b/a Lee Brothers, for the sum of $7,500.00, Lots 1
through 5, Block l, Tier 9, Victor Check's Amended Plat of Blocks l,
E. R. Trafford!s Map of Sanford. Seconded by Commissioner Crapps and carried.
After consideration, Commissioner Higginbotham moved to sell for $15,000.00 the
aforesaid property to Lester A. and Dorothy E. Bateman, and further, to authorize the Mayor
and the City Clerk to execute Deed for same. Seconded by Commissioner Crapps and carried.
On motion of Commissioner Crapps, seconded by Commissioner Baker and carried,
payment was authorized of realtors commission, in the amount of $1,200.00 to H. A. Monteith,
and further payment was authorized for title insurance and documentary stamps on the
aforesaid sale.
Consideration next given to contract with Jack Sharp for maintenance of water tank
on Mellonville Avenue, and after discussion and on motion of Commissioner Higginbotham,
seconded by Commissioner Raborn and carried, same was tabled until next regular meeting.
Report next submitted by the City Manager stating that the City's truck tractor
was completely beyond repair at any reasonable expense and further, recommended the purchase
of a used 1962 Ford Truck Tractor from W. A. Patrick, in the amount of $¥,500.00. Commis-
sioner Higginbotham moved that in view that the City cannot afford to wait for bids, and
further, that this is an emergency purchase, therefore, to authorize purchase of said
vehicle with payment to be made on November l, 196~. Seconded by Commissioner Raborn and
carried.
Report next submitted from the City Manager of termite damage in the Civic Center
and low bid of $700.00 for treatment of same. On motion of Commissioner Baker, seconded by
Commissioner Higginbotham and carried, the City Manager was authorized to contact LeRoy Robb
Construction Co., to replace damaged beam, and further, to authorize the City employees to
treat the entire building for termites.
Commissioner CrapPs next introduced Ordinance No. 832, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD,
FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER
771 OF SAID CITY, AS AMENDED, SAID
ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING PLAN WITHIN
THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, SAID
AMENDMENT PLACING CERTAIN TERRITORY
IN C-1 (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL)
DISTRICT.
and same was placed 6n its first reading and read in full.
Commissioner Crapps then moved on the waiver of requirement of the second reading,
the roll was called and the vote stands as follows:
Commissioner Wilson Yea
" Baker
~'~ Crapp s "
" Higginbotham "
" Raborn "
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Said Ordinance No. 832 was then placed 6n its final passage and adoption, the
roll was called and the vote stands as follows:
Commissioner Wilson Yea
" Baker ,t
" Crapp s "
" Higginb otham "
" Rab o rn "
Thereupon, the Chairman announced that the City Commission of the City of Sanford,
Florida, by unanimous vote had passed and adopted Ordinance No. 832, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN'FORD,
FLORIDA~ ~dENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER
771 OF SAID CITY, AS AMENDED, SAID
ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING PLAN WITHIN
THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, SAID
AMENDMENT PLACING CERTAIN TERRITORY
IN C-1 (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL)
DISTRICT.
Commissioner Crapps next introduced Ordinance No. 833, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA~
AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 771 OF SAID CITY,
AS AMENDED, SAID ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING
PLAN WITHIN THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA,
SAID AMENDMENT PLACING CERTAIN TERRITORY
IN C-1 (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT.
and same was placed on its first reading and read in full.
Commissioner Crapps then moved on the waiver of the requirement of the second
reading of Ordinance No. 833, and that same be placed on its final passage and adoption.
Thereupon, the question recurred on the waiver of the second reading, the roll
was called and the vote stands as follows:
Commissioner Wilson Yea
" Baker "
" Crapp s "~
" Higginbotham "
" R ab o rn "
Said Ordinance No. 833 was then placed on its final passage and adoption, the
roll was called and the vote stands as follows:
Commissioner Wilson Yea
" Baker "
'~ Crapps "
'* Higginbotham "
" Raborn
ThereUpon, the Chairman announced that the City Commission of the City of Sanford,
Florida, by unanimous vote had passed and adopted Ordinance No. 833, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF S~NFORD, FLORIDA,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 771 OF SAID CITY,
AS AMENDED, SAID ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING
PLAN WITHIN THE CITY OF SANFORD~ FLORIDA,
SAID AMENDMENT PLACING CERTAIN TERRITORY
IN C-1 (NEIGHBORHOOD COY~ERCIAL) DISTRICT.
Commissioner Crapps next introduced Ordinance No. 834, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD,
FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER
771 OF SAID CITY, AS AMENDED, SAID
ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING PLAN WITHIN
THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, SAID
AMENDMENT TRANSFERRING CERTAIN
TERRITORY FROM M-1 (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL)
DISTRICT TO R-3 (MULTIPLE FAMILY
DWELLING) DISTRICT.
and same was placed on its first reading and read in full.
Commissioner Crapps then moved on the waiver of the requirement~of the second
reading of Ordinance No. 834, and that same be placed on its final passage and adoption.
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Thereupon, the question recurred on the waiver of the second reading, the roll
was called and the vote stands as follows:
Commissioner Wilson Yea
" Baker "
" Crapps
" Higginbotham "
" Raborn "
Said Ordinance No. 834 was then placed on its final passage and adoption, the
roll was called and the vote stands as follows:
Commissioner Wilson Yea
" Baker "
" Cr app s "
" Higginbotham "
" Raborn "
Thereupon, the Chairman announced that the City Commission of the City of Sanford,
Florida, by unanimous vote had passed and adopted Ordinance No. 834, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD,
FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER
771 OF SAID CITY, AS AMENDED, SAID
ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING PLAN WITHIN
THE CITY OF SA~ORD, FLORIDA, SAID
AMENDMENT TRANSFERRING CERTAIN
TERRITORY FROM M-1 (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL)
DISTRICT TO R-3 (MULTIPLE FAMILY
DWELLING) DISTRICT.
Request next submitted by Stella Knight to purchase E 1/2 of Lot 5, Block 10,
Tier C, Trafford's, City owned property on which she has lived for approximately 30 years.
On motion of Commissioner Raborn, seconded by Commissioner Higginbotham and carried, the
Commission tabled action on the request until information could be obtained as to the time
and type of utilization of the property.
On motion of Commissioner Higginbotham, seconded by Commissioner Baker and carried,
minutes of regular meeting of April 13, and special meetings of April 15 and 17, 1964,
were next approved.
Application next submitted from H. W. Little for permit to operate one additional
taxicab, and after discussion, action on same was tabled until next regular meeting.
Petition next submitted for the installation of two street lights on Lake Avenue,
between 18th and 20th Streets, and on recommendation of the Chief of Police, Commissioner
Crapps moved on the approval of same. Seconded by Commissioner Baker and carried.
Consideration next given to a request by the Kiwanis Club for free use of the
Civic Center on May 2, 1964, to hold a Pancake Sale and Auction. After discussion,
Commissioner Higginbotham moved on the approval of the request for use of necessary facili-
ties upon signing of the standard Civic Center rental lease, with the only deletion being
the removal of any fee for rent. Seconded by Commissioner Crapps and carried.
Request next submitted by the American Athletic Association for the City to
purchase an annual membership for $10,.00, and on motion of Commissioner Baker, seconded by
Commissioner Higginbotham and carried~ same was denied.
The City Attorney next reported that Dr. L. Munson had requested him to present
to the Commission his request for the City to either remove or repair the damaged sidewalk
at his residence, 120 Scott Avenue, and on motion of Commissioner Higginbotham, seconded
by Commissioner Baker and carried, the City Manager was authorized to investigate and
report his findings to the City Commission.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.