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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Work Session on Monday,
July 9, 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
Absent: City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
The first item of business was "wrap up" of 1990-91 FY Budget discussions. The
Commission had no further comments regarding same.
The next item of business was presentation regarding a public swimming pool for the
Sanford-Seminole Community by Jean Michaels and Karen Reiley-Morton.
Jean Michaels appeared and reported she is not a resident of the City of Sanford,
distributed literature, summarized a proposal previously submitted to the City Commission for
a Sanford community swimming pool facility, and stated that the City of Sanford has not had
a community pool for over twenty-five years. Ms. Michaels also stated that she spoke with
Mr. Wells, Seminole County School Board, who apprised her that there would be a joint meeting
between the City Commission and representatives of the Seminole County School Board at
Sanford City Hall on July 17, 1990 at 4:00 P.M.~ and that recreational facilities would be
discussed at the meeting. Further, the City of Oviedo has a community pool, which is
similar to the Wadeview pool complex, that the cost of said facility was $270,000.00, that
the property was donated by the City of Oviedo, and that the facility is operated by the
City.
Commissioner Eckstein reported that the City of Sanford applied for a PECO Grant
three years ago, and that said grant was denied for lack of funds.
Commissioner Howell stated that the Commission is supportive of a swimming pool
facility, but there are no available funds.
Karen Reiley-Morton appeared and reported that the proposed 3.5 million dollar
figure is for a 50 meter "cadillac" pool, which would be twice the size of Sanora's pool,
that the pool should be accessible to the handicapped, that said amount could be trimmed
down, and requested the Commission's vote of confidence that the City is willing to
investigate the PECO Grant as well as other sources of funding.
Commissioner Eckstein reported that Seminole County Commissioner Jennifer Kelley
suggested that the City possibly introduce an interlocal agreement between the County, the
City of Sanford, and the Seminole County School Board, that the City should identify the need
for a pool facility, pursue the cost factor involved, and seek community involvement.
The Chairman invited Commissioner Kelley to attend the July 17, 1990 meeting.
Commissioner Kelley appeared and reported that this end of the County sorely needs
a pool facility, that the City should look into possible utilization of the Airport pool, and
pursue County assistance in donating land or obtaining same.
The next item of business was review of a request from Lennar Homes for Developer's
Agreement for Carriage Cove North.
Director of Engineering and Planning appeared and reported that Jon Hall,
representative for Lennar Homes, and Tom Dailey, engineer, were present to answer questions
regarding same.
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prepared.
City Manager reported that Staff recommends that a Developer's Agreement be
Director of Engineering and Planning reported that Staff will work in conjunction
with representatives for Lennar Homes to prepare a Developer's Agreement, if the Commission
deems appropriate. The concensus of the Commission was to authorize Staff to prepare a
Developer's Agreement.
The next item of business was review of City owned land for potential sale as
surplus to needs.
The City Manager reported that the "fire station site" near Upsala Road has been
released.
Director of Engineering and Planning reported that the bonds for the Expressway
will be sold by Florida Department of Transportation, and in all probability, the four acre
parcel east of Upsala Road, just south of the abandoned railroad right-of-way will be
acquired by the Expressway Authority, and, therefore, recommended that the City not spend
funds to sell this property. Further, this property would have difficulty supporting
structures, but would be acceptable for a park.
Commissioner Eckstein suggested selling the Geneva Borrow Pit parcel. The
consensus of the Commission was to obtain an appraisal on same, before declaring same surplus
and advertising for sale.
The consensus of the Commission was that it would be premature to sell the Oregon
Avenue Well Field parcel at this time.
Director of Engineering and Planning reported that the property at Oregon Avenue
Well Field site is vacant, that said property requires interior as well as exterior repairs
in an estimated amount of $5,600.00.
The Commission directed Staff to investigate the possibility of leasing said
property to a City employee at a reduced rate, contingent upon said employee making the
necessary repairs.
The next item of business was a briefing on Sanford Gassification Plant.
City Manager reported that the City Attorney is researching potential liabilities
regarding the Sanford Gassification Plant, previously owned by the City in the 1920's, and
that the City Attorney will provide an update regarding same at the Regular Meeting tonight.
The next item of business was discussion of request from Cameron City Groves,
William E. Kirchhoff, Trustee, for Reclaimed Water Irrigation Lease.
City Manager reported that Staff has no recommendation regarding same at this time.
Director of Engineering and Planning reported that Mr. Kirchhoff's proposal
generally parallels the Lake Mary Agreement, that his memo, which was previously submitted
with Mr. Kirchhoff's proposal outlines various alternatives, and recommended that the City
not make any commitments at the present time. Mr. Bill Kirchhoff appeared, presented a
letter, and briefly summarized his lease proposal.
The Consensus of the Commission was to postpone consideration of said proposal.
The Mayor recommended that the City discontinue its membership in the National
League of Cities. The Commission concurred, and directed Staff to send a letter to the
League of Cities advising of the City's budget crunch.
Chief Harriett appeared and suggested that the City adopt a resolution supporting
the concept of an additional $.01 local option sales tax ("Copper Penny"), which would
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generate 23 million dollars for the County, that the City of Sanford's portion would be
$2,028,068.00, that the proceeds generated by said $.01 increase would have to be used for
criminal justice matters, and recommended that said monies be used to retire that portion of
the Certificates of Participation dealing with the Police Department's 800 MHZ radio
communications system, and the balance for other Police Department capital outlay projects,
or items identified by City Manager. Police Chief further stated that a meeting has been
scheduled with the Acting County Administrator for Friday, July 13, 1990, and suggested that
a list of proposed projects be composed for submittal at said meeting.
The consensus of the Commission was to approve the additional $ .01 local option
sales tax, and to consider same at Regular Meeting tonight.
There being no further business, the meeting as adjourned.
Attest:
/ City Clerk