042390-Work Session MINUTES
City Commission, Sanford, Florida
APRIL 23,
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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Work Session on April
23, 1990, at 5:00 P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, City Hall, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Bettye D. Smith
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Robert B. Thomas
Commissioner A.A. McClanahan
Commissioner Lon Howell
City Manager Frank A. Faison
City Clerk Janet R. Donahoe
~bsent: City Attorney William L. Colbert
The first item of business was discussion of a request to rezone a portion of
property between Elm Avenue and Myrtle Avenue and between 12th-Street and 13th Street from
SR-1, Single Family, to GC-2 General Commercial, tabled from April 9i~-~990-~'Regular Meeting.
The Commission determined that no discussion was necessary.
The Commission nextdiscussed condemnation of structures on Condemnation Report No.
90-1 through 90=19, and transfer of Reserves in estimated amount~of $39,150.00 to cover "dump
fees".
City Manager reported that the list of condemned properties is substantial, and the
dumping fees were not included in this year's budget because it was a newly created list, and
the activity is growing at a much faster rate than anticipated, however, said fees will be
included in next year's budget. Further, property owners at 606 Cypress and 2837 Grove have
requested extensions; several more are expected. Also, liens Will be placed against those
properties if the City demolishes and removes the condemned s~ructure.
Commissioner Howell requested that Staff determine whether interest continues to
accrue with respect to liens on said properties, and report back to Commission at the next
Work Session.
The Commission next discussed a request to rezone on Palmetto Avenue between Fourth
Street and. Fifth Street.
TheCity Manager report%d ~that the new owner is requesting to rezone a portion of
property that goes beyond what she owns, and the owner of the lot in question could object
to having his parcel down zoned. Further, Staff is supporting said rezoning because it
coincides with the need for single-family housing in that area. The Commission asked Staff
to ask City Attorney if property could be rezoned without requests from all owners, and
report back at the next Work Session. The Commission also asked City Manager to ask City
Attorney if City can rezone the downtown area so that hotels could not be placed there.
The next item of business was discussion regarding Human Relations Board. The
Mayor reported that the consensus of the committee members is to remain a board, but perhaps
lessen the number of members, and to hold their meetings every three months, or more often,
if necessary. The Commission concurred.
The next'~item of business was discussion of a request from Sanford Historic Trust
to use part of Fort Mellon Park on May 19, and 20, 1990 to host an Antique Market.
Commissioner Howell reported that said request has been withdrawn.
The Commission next discussed a Petition for Annexation for a portion of property
lying between Lake Mary Boulevard and Hidden Lake Subdivision and ~etween Art Lane and
Groveview Subdivision, James and Billa D. Crews, owners.
Commissioner Eckstein reported that he would like to keep continuity of development
along Lake Mary Boulevard within sanford City limits, and is opposed to granting Mr. Crews
an unconditional use to build another car lot on said boulevard.
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Director of Engineering and Planning reported that the City would annex the
property as AG, and any request for rezoning would be the subject to a separate request
following the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Based on the adjacent uses, Mr. Crews would be
between commercial/multi-family residential or perhaps RMOI in that particular area.
Assuming that he obtained GC-2 zoning, he would still have to deal with the conditional use
aspect relative to a used car lot.
City Manager reported that Staff supports Commissioner Eckstein's position, and
stated that the best way to control the development is to annex the property, and then
provide conditions. City Manager suggested that Mr. Crews be asked to attend the May 14,
].990 meeting to discuss proposed uses of the property. The COmmission concurred.
The next item of business was discussion of reques~ from Personnel Director to
regrade Special Handicapped Custodial Workers.
City Manager reported that by regrading Special Handicapped Custodial Workers from
pay grade 1-17 to 1-03, minimum wage, with no benefits, .the City will escape federal
reporting requirements. The Commission concurred. -.
The next item of business was discussion of a request from Celery City Lodge No.
542 to close Cypress Avenue between 6th Street and 7th Street~on May 12, 1990, between the
hours of 10:00 A.M. and 5:00 P,M. for Annual May Day Fun Celebration. The Commission had no
objections, subject to fire and police approval.-, and authorized .to consider said request at
th·e 7:00 P.M. Regular'Meeting.-
COmmissioner Howell requested that the Recreation Department's Report be discussed
at the next Work Session. The Commission concurred.
City Manager reported that the Development Order regarding the-Seminole Mall
Project is'ready for signatures. _
Commissioner Eckste~n requested a progress report regarding the mall project.
city Manager reported that the mall developer's interest level remains high, and
that they have indicated that ·they are reconsidering their approach to financing. Further,
TIF will not make or break the project, and that the signing, of tenants will determine'the
size of the project, and when the developers will br'eak ground.
Cormmissioner Thomas suggested that the Commission consider giving Mother Bell,'and
other rescue missions, humanitarian awards. The Mayor directed Staff to explore the
possibility of a plaque and the inscription. The Commission Concurred.
Commissioner McClanahan reported that he received a complaint that the Romance
parking does not provide for handicapped parking. The Commission directed Staff to look into
the matter.
Commissioner Howell requested Staff provide a monthly update regarding Holiday
Inn's payment.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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