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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Regular Meeting on
Monday, May 11, 1992 at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Commission 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 Attorney William L. Colbert
City Manager William A. Simmons
City Clerk Janet R. Donahoe
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Presentation from Paralyzed Veterans of America. Brian Terwilliger, 110 Lake Minnie Drive,
and Steve Robinson, President, Paralyzed Veterans of America, appeared and thanked the
Commission for assistance during the Sixth Annual Paralyzed Veterans of America's Bass
Fishing Tournament on April 11 and 12, 1992 at Marina Isle, Lake Carolla. They presented a
plaque to the Commission'in appreciation for the assitance.
Presentation from Sanford HiStoric District Waterfront Association. Chris Cranias appeared
and thanked the Commission for assistance with electrical wiring for Christmas lighting in
Downtown Sanford. He presented a framed photograph of Downtown night time Christmas lighting
to the Commission in appreciation for the assistance.
Public Hearings to consider condemnation of structures as follows: 1) Structure located at
1110 Holly Avenue, Johnnie Williams, Heirs, Report %92-02, 2) Structure located at 1305
Shepherd Avenue, Claudette Hutchinson, owner, Report %92-02, 3) Structure located at 415
Orange Avenue, Eddie and Debbie Lawson, owners, ReDort #92-03, 4) Structure located at 700
East 7th Street, Virgil Scott, owner, Report 992-04. The Chairman announced that the
Commission would hear from those persons present to speak regarding said properties. No one
appeared.
On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner McClanahan moved that finding the
above-referenced structures (1) through (4) to be unsanitary, unsafe and dilapidated, that
said structures be condemned and the owners given 30 days in which to repair or demolish said
structures, and if the structures are not repaired or demolished within said 30 days, to
authorize the City to demolish same and levy a lien against the properties. Seconded by
Commissioner Thomas and carried by the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3111, as advertised
in the Sanford Herald' on April 30, 1992.
Ordinance No. 3111, entitled:
AN oRDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 1990 OF SAID CITY; SAID ORDINANCE BEING A
ZONING PLAN; SAID AMENDMENT CHANGING THE ZONING OF A
PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN FERN DRIVE
EXTENDED WESTERLY AND JONES AVENUE EXTENDED WESTERLY AND
BETWEEN SANFOARD AVENUE ANDAMERICANA BOULEVARD FROM AG,
AGRICULTURAL, TO MR-i, MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of April 27, 1992, was next placed on
second reading. After being read by title, the Chairman announced that the Commission would
hear from those persons present to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, proposed Ordinance
No. 3111. No one appeared.
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On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved on the second reading
and adoption of said Ordinance No. 3111.
vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the
Request from Philip Gittleman d/b/a Phils Hot Spot, for Game Room at 2511 Airport Boulevard
On April 27, 1992, the Commission tabled request for Pool Room at 2707 Orlando Drive, pending
additional information. City Clerk reported that Mr. Gittleman has withdrawn the License
Application for a Pool Room a5 2707 Orlando Drive, and has submitted a new License
Application for a Game Room at 2511 Airport Boulevard. Commissioner Howell moved to table
consideration of said License Application, pending Mr. Gittleman's or a representative's
appearance before the Commission regarding said request. Seconded by Commissioner McClanahan
and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Request from Jim Berko, Executive Director, Seminole Community Mental Health Center, Inc.,
for time extension until July 31, 1992, for three trailers to remain on-site at 2462 Park
Avenue, until renovations, are completed; City Commission previously authorized extension
until May 31, 1992. On recommendation of City-Manager, Commissioner McClanahan moved to
authorize time extension as requested.
vote of the Commission as follows:
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Request from Goldsboro Elementary School, for reduction of Civic Center rental fees to
$126.00, for Golden Eagle Book Club Banquet on May 28, 1992. City Manager submitted
recommendation to deny said request, and requested lessor to pay Class B rate in amount of
$222.00. Commissioner McClanahan stated he will pay the $96.00 difference, and moved to
request for reduced rate; Class B rate in amount of $222.00 to be charged. Seconded
Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
from Beth Beldin Shores for a waiver of "s Sic
Ordinance with respect to banner signs only; subsequently, meeting was held on 30
1992, with Ms. Beldin as well as representatives for five other apartment complexes
of the same waiver. On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approv(
five month waiver of the City's Sign Ordinance ("60 days in, 6 months out") with respect
banner signs only, because of economic conditions and unusually high vacancy rates,
apartment complexes as follows: Rosecliff/Groveview Villas, Regatta Shores, Cedar Creel
Apartments, Epoch Management, Sailpointe and Stonebrook. Seconded by Commissioner McClanaha]
and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
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Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Request from Atlantic Ambulance Services, for waiver .of Land Development Regulations, to
permit standby ambulance at ambulance stations located at 2530 G Hartwell Avenue and 4220
Orlando Drive, Apartment 95. On recommendation of City Manager and Director of Planning and
Development, Commissioner Howell moved to authorize waiver of Land Development Regulations,
to permit standby ambulances at ambulance stations as requested. Seconded by Commissioner
McClanahan and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Request from Teri Prescott-, for temporary permit to keep fourth dog at 401 West 10th Street.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to approve temporary permit to keep fourth dog, until said dog
dies. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas. Said motion failed by the vote of the Commission as
follows:
Mayor Smith - Nay
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Nay
Commissioner Howell Nay
Contract with Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services.
Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize execution of
On recommendation of City
said Contract with the
Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services, for 1992/93 Low Income Home Energy
Assistance Program. Seconded by Commissioner McClanahan and carried by the vote of the
Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Request from David B. Watkins, Jr., President, Financial Realty Services, Inc., for waiver
of sign regulations, to install free-standing pylon sign at the entrance of Sanford Towne
Square, or installation of BlockBuster logo sign on top of existing shopping center sign.
David B. Watkins appeared and reported that .BlockBuster Video would be a good
tenant for the City, and that said store would employ fifteen people.
On recommendation of City Manager and Director of Planning and Development,
Commissioner Thomas moved that additional signage comply with the City's regulations.
Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Nay
City Manager to discuss possible alternatives with Mr. Watkins.
Request from First Shiloh M.B. Church, for Special Event Permit, for Martin Luther King, Jr.
Rally in the Park on January 19, 1993 at Fort Mellon Park, from 11:30 A.M. until 5:00 P.M.
(75 participants - pro~ected spectators 1000).
On recommendation of City Manager, CommissioNer Thomas moved to approve Special
Event Permit as requested. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the
Commission as follows:
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Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Developer's Agreement for Water Tower Property in Sanford Industrial Park, Inc. On
recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to authorize execution of said
Developer's Agreement and recording of same.
by the vote of the CommiSsion as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Condemnation Items.
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Seconded by Commissioner McClanahan and carried
Summary Status Report of all current and pending condemnations.
Requests for time extensions:
(1)
(2)
(3)
Condemnation Report 990-8, 412 Cypress Avenue, Ruth Allen, owner. City
Manager recommended 60 day extension.
Condemnation Report ~90-10, 718 East 7th Street, John Henderson, owner.
City Manager recommended 180 day extension.
Condemnation Report #91-11, 0121 Avocado Avenue, Arthur G. McKnight,
Jr., owner. City Manager recommended 90 day extension.
Request to commence demolition procedures regarding Condemnation Report 991-
14, 1608 Persimmon Avenue, Bennie Eddy, owner.
On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by
the vote of the Commission as follows:
the Commission:
A.
B.
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
from Seminole
No action required or taken.
(1) Authorized 60 day extension.
(2) Authorized 180 day extension.
(3) Authorized 90 day extension.
Authorized Public Works to demolish structure as requested.
County School Board, for City support for County-wide Educational
Request
Facilities Impact Fees, and adoption of resolution regarding same.
Dianne Kramer, Facilities Planner, Seminole County School Board, 1211 Mellonville
Avenue, appeared and reported that this will be a county-wide ordinance, and that the
proposed school impact fees will help finance capitol needs. Further, Seminole County does
not have a program dealing with affordable housing, but supports a provision regarding same,
and that there is time to incorporate such language in the ordinance.
On recommendation of City Attorney and City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to
adopt Resolution No. 1628, with modifications as described in memo dated May 5, 1992, from
Director of Planning and Development, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE ~ITY OF
SANFORD, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT OF ESTABLISHING
A COUNTY-WIDE EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM IMPACT FEE AND AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT TO IMPLEMENT SAID FEE; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the Vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Request from North Park Avenue Merchants, to change 2-Hour Posted Parking Limitation to 4-
Hour limit on North Park Avenue. The Commission took no action.
First reading of Ordinance No. 3112. On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by
Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Ordinance No. 3112, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY. OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 1990 OF 'SAID CITY; SAID ORDINANCE BEING A
ZONING PLAN; SAID AMENDMENT CHANGING THE ZONING OF A
PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN FOURTH
STREET AND FIFTH STREET AND BETWEEN PECAN AVENUE AND
POPLAR AVENUE FROM RI-I, RESTRICTED INDISTRIAL TO THAT OF
MR-3, MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
was introduced and placed on first reading.
Board appointments/re-appointments/resignations.
Sanford Airport Authority: City Clerk reported that there is one vacancy,
for term to expire, that Bob Hattaway submitted his resignation from said
board, that the Commission accepted same at April 27, 1992 Regular Meeting.
Mayor smith.added Frank McCarthy to the list of possible candidates submitted
to her to-replace Bob Hattaway; and reported Bill Miller has submitted an
application for appointment to a City Board, for appointment to the Sanford
Airport Authority.
Commissioner McClanahan moved to appoint William Miller to the Sanford
Airport Authority. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote
of the Commission as follows.
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Planning and Zoning Commission: City Clerk reported that Eddie Keith has
submitted his resignation from said board, and that Mr. Keith's term expires
June 30, 1993. The Commission accepted Mr. Keith's resignation.
Commissioner Howell moved to appoint Bob Cassels to the Planning and Zoning
Commission. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas.
Commissioner McClanahan moved to table Consideration of a replacement for
Eddie Keith until May 18, 1992 Regular Meeting. Seconded by Commissioner
ECkstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Nay
Consent Agenda.
A. Requests for payment of statements.
(1)
From Ardaman & Associates for Monitor Well Installations
and Quarterly Monitoring at Site 10 .......................... $ 1,369.50
(2)
From CSX Transportation for Annual Lease fee for Reclaimed
Water'-Pipe Avenue between Summerlin and Elliott Avenue ....... $ 3,000.00
(3)
From City Attorney for Professional Services during
April,-1992 .................................................. $ 5,964.00
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Tabulations of Bids.
(i)
Bid #91-92-40, Annual Bedding Plants. (Recreation & Parks Department)
City Manager recommended acceptance of lowest bid, which met
specifications, from Dutch Mill Nursery, Inc. in amount of $2,340.00.
(2)
Bid %91-92-41, Folding Aluminum Tables & Table Carts. (Recreation and
Parks Department) City Manager recommended acceptance of lowest bid,
which met specifications, from Southern Aluminum Manufacturing, Inc. in
amount of $6,276.00.
C. Approval of Vouchers for the Month of May, 1992.
D. Approval of Minutes of April 27, 1992 Regular Meeting.
On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner McClanahan and carried
by the vote of the Commission as follows:
the Commission:
A.
B.
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Approved payment of statements (1) through (3).
(1) Accepted lowest bid, which met specifications, from Dutch Mill Nursery,
Inc. in amount of $2,340.00.
(2) Accepted lowest bid, which met specifications, from Southern Aluminum
Manufacturing, Inc. in amount of $6,276.00.
C. Approved Vouchers for the Month of May, 1992.
D. Approved Minutes of April 27, 1992 Regular Meeting.
Information regarding lump sum contracts. The Commission acknowledged one lump sum contract
invoice approved for payment in amount of $34,830.00.
Cost Sharing Agreement with Florida Public Utilities Company, Florida Power Corporation,
Florida Power & Light Company, and Atlanta Gas and Light Company, concerning additional
contamination assessment regarding Sanford Gasification Plant~ City's share not to exceed
$40,000.00. On recommendation of City Attorney and City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved
to approve said Cost Sharing Agreement; City's share not~ to exceed $40,000.00, to be
partially funded from current General Fund Reserves, and partial payment in FY 93 if
possible, for additional contamination assessment regarding Sanford Gasification Plant.
Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
May 25, 1992 City Commission Meeting/Holiday. Mayor Smith announced that the May 25, 1992
Commission Meeting has been rescheduled to May 18, 1992.
Request from Albert A. Clark for City to consider possible cattle operation on "Site 10",
previously designated for hay operation. The Commission acknowledged receipt of letter from
Mr. Clark regarding same. City Manager reported that the deadline for bids.does not expire
until the end of June, and that Staff will present proposals to the Commission at that time.
Request from Department of Health and Human Services, for authorization to disburse funds for
Anti-Drug Abuse Program, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. Commissioner Howell moved
to authorize the Mayor to execute four letters authorizing disbursement of said funds.
Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
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Special Meeting May 28, 1992. City Manager announced that a Special Meeting will be held on
May 28, 1992 at 4:00 o'clock P.M., in the City Commission Room to consider the award of Water
& Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 1992, unless there is adverse market movement.
Stormwater and Solid Waste Equipment Purchase, as discussed at tonight's Regular Meeting.
On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to authorize loan in amount
of $69,679.00 at interest rate of 4.59%, from General Fund Reserves to the Solid Waste Fund,
with repayment over the next five years from current year revenues and budget increase for
same, for purchase of said equipment. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the
vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Requests for Special Event Permits: A) Sanford Historic Trust, Inc., for Park-on-Park on May
16, 1992 from 2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.; B) Holiday Inn, for Jet Ski Races on June 6 and June
7, 1992~ and 3) Aluminum Association of Florida, for bass fishing tournament at Marina Isle
on June 20, 1992, from 6:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. On recommendation of City Manager,
Commissioner McClanahan moved to approve Special Event Permits for A, B, and C above as
requested. Seconded-by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as
follows:
Status Report regarding Shiloh Cemetery. city Attorney reported that his office initiated
a title search, that there has been a problem finding "root of title", and that he will
follow-up and report back to the Commission at the May 18, 1992 Regular Meeting.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Attest:
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Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Contract with Lee Construction for Expansion of Water Reclamation Facility; Bid was
tentatively awarded on April 13, 1992. On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner
Thomas moved to award said Contract to Lee Construction Company in amount of $2,753,000.00,
for expansion of Water Reclamation Facility, to be funded by State Revolving Loan Funds.
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: