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City Commission, Sanford, Florida
June 5
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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Workshop Session in
the City Manager's Conference Room of the City Hall in the City of Sanford, Florida, at
4:00 o'clock P.M. on June 5, 1989.
Present:
Mayor-Commissioner Bettye D. Smith
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Bob Thomas
Commissioner A.A. McClanahan
Commissioner Lon Howell
City Attorney William L. Colbert
City Manager Frank A. Faison
City Clerk Janet R. Donahoe
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman.
The first item of business was a discussion
regarding their Recommendations for the City of Sanford's
~he Recreation Task Force present were:
Chairman Steve Richards
Judy Sandefeur
Sylvester Wynn
Bobby Lundquist
Sidney Lloyd
The Mayor thanked the Recreation Task
their Recommendations, and stated that it was her
with the Recreation Task Force
Recreation Program. Members of
whatever the costs may be.
and asked staff to find
recommendations.
Force for numerous hours spent developing
personal desire that the Task Force do
Commissioner Eckstein agreed with the Task Force findings and recommendations, and
suggested that the Commission strongly adhere to the Recommendations, and that he was very
pleased with their study of the Recreation Department and programs.
Commissioner Thomas stated that he agreed with Commissioner Eckstein that the Task
Force had done a good job, but that he disagreed with the last paragraph on Page 3 of their
Recommendations whereby they stated Jim Jernigan, Director of Recreation and Parks, "should
be replaced". Commissioner Thomas stated that their statement that Mr. Jernigan "was not
efficient" was not an accurate statement, and that the Task Force was not being fair to Mr.
Jernigan and his staff.
Task Force Chairman Steve Richards stated that they looked over the funds and
programs as objectively as they could, and found that the whole department "lacked
enthusiasm".
Commissioner Howell stated that the City would be wasting money to try and develop
the recreation programs without a good foundation, and that he would not be willing to
spend any money on programs until the Department has a sound .leader.
Faison stated that he would submit written comments on the Report within
so that the Commission could address expenditures during the Budget Review
Commissioner Eckstein felt that an exciting prospect would be a joint effort with
Seminole County, and to explore all possibilities before making any decisions.
Judy Sandefeur stated the Task Force would like to be informed as to upcoming
meetina~ where the Recreation Task Force Recommendations will be discussed.
Mr.
thirty days
Sessions.
exactly what they have done and tell the Commission exactly what they think the City needs,
Further, that it is fairly obvious that something is "broken",
out what it is and to report back to the Commission with
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~f the community, and felt that they had been neglected for too long in regard to quality
programs, facilities, etc. to give them an opportunity to pursue other avenues other than
drugs, alcohol, and teenage pregnancy. The Task Force felt strongly that if the City had a
quality recreation program and facilities in our community, although it wouldn't eliminate
these problems, it would certainly give Sanford a better quality youth to grow up and
become better citizens in the city.
The next item on the agenda was discussion with Jeff Blackstone, General
Manager, Holiday Inn at the Marina, regarding its renovation and financial situation. Mr.
Blackstone distributed information to the Commissioners, and stated that he was looking for
a format that will work for both the Holiday Inn and City of Sanford. He suggested that
instead of 5% of total gross revenue, they were asking for a 3-1-1 lease which is 3% of
earned revenue and 1% of other revenues such as food and beverage. He stated that last
December, the owner of the Holiday Inn, Mr. Schuttlecotte, came to the Commission and
negotiated some of the past due amounts, and has since not honored the negotiated payment
Schedule.
The Commissioners stated they would like to see an audit of the Holiday Inn,
before making any decisions. The Commission instructed City Manager Frank Faison to find
out, in writing, who is the authorized representative for the Holiday Inn, i.e., is it
Attorney Bill Hutchison, owner Mr. Schuttlecotte, or General Manager, Jeff Blackstone; and
to obtain an audit of the Holiday Inn signed by a CPA; an interpretation of the current
lease terms including the current amount in arrearage. The Commissioners all expressed
satisfaction in the renovation and programs Mr. Blackstone has initiated.
Mr. Faison stated he would obtain the requested information and reschedule to
work session.
The next item of discussion was an offer to settle a Code Enforcement Board Case
986-237, Michael and Ana Rivera, owners. The City Attorney stated that he has received an
offer of less than 10% in the case. The total amount due is $4,650.00, and the settlement
offer submitted was $450.00. The City Attorney explained that the Attorney General has
opined that cities do not have authority to file amended claim of liens to update the lien
amount. He stated that if we pursued this case in court, he would offer a 50-50 chance of
winning the case. The concensus of the Commission was to reject the $450.00 offer of
settlement and for the City Attorney to proceed to defend the City in court.
The Director of Engineering and Planning and the City Planner next gave a review
of the proposed Recreation Impact Fees recommended by the Systems Development Fee Advisory
Committee. The City Planner stated that the Committee recommended a fee in the amount of
$279.61 as opposed to the previously discussed $411.00 figure.
Commissioner Howell questioned why
of $602.00; staff next recommended $411.00,
recommending a $279.61 fee. He stated he
compromise.
the Consultants the City hired proposed a fee
and the Systems Advisory Fee Committee is
felt the middle fee, $.411.00 is an acceptable
Commissioner McClanahan stated he felt the $279.61 fee is a more realistic figure
that would be acceptable should the City have to defend and justify the fee.
The City Manager suggested that we start with the low fee, get it on the books
now, then after the process, if necessary, the fee can be adjusted. He reminded the
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commission that we review and revise these types of impact fees annually, and if needed to
supplement the recreation budget, it can be adjusted.
Commissioner McClanahan stated he was a strong proponent of impact fees, but that
the impact fees were going to generate a minimal amount of capital.
The Commission requested staff recommendation for Recreation Impact Fee be placed
on the Agenda for June 12, 1989.
Tabulation of Bids for two Fire Pumpers were reviewed. Chief Hickson reported one
bid met specifications, from Pierce, Bradenton, Florida, in the amount of $333,028.00.
The Fire Department's present budget includes one truck, however, the Fire Chief's FY 90
Budget request includes another truck. The City Manager explained he recommended that the
Fire Chief go ahead and bid both trucks now, even though they won't be built or delivered
for a year. He recommended the Commission confirm the bids at the next regular meeting,
and include the cost in the recommended lease-purchase package which would be included in
the FY 90 budget package.
The Commission requested this Bid Tabulation be placed on the-agenda for June 12,
1989.
The City Manager reported there would be a Public Finance Seminar the end of June
in Naples, Florida. He suggested that if he is not able to attend, he would like to send
the Finance Director, and possibly the City Attorney to represent the City. The Commission
authorized the City Manager or his representative to attend this Seminar.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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