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City Commission, Sanford, Florida
Work Session
June 22,
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Work Session on Monday,
June 22, 1992 at 5:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, City Hall, Sanford,
Present:
Absent:
Florida.
Mayor-Commissioner Bettye D. Smith
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Robert B. Thomas
Commissioner Lon Howell
City Manager William A. Simmons
City Clerk Janet R. Donahoe
Commissioner A. A. McClanahan
City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Requests from Richard L. Hensch, to operate a seaplane from Monroe Harbor Marina, and for
letter of acceptance from the City regarding same. Mr. and Mrs. Hensch and Chuck Volk, Lake
Monroe Harbour, were present. (Commissioner McClanahan joined the meeting.)
Richard L. Hensch reported that he applied to the State of Florida and the FAA for
approval to operate a seaplane from Lake Monroe for sight seeing tours, that he has received
FAA approval, and is awaiting same from the State, which is contingent upon receipt of Letter
of Approval from the City. Also, he has executed a Letter of Agreement with the Sanford
Airport Authority. Mr. Hensch stated that such a venture would enhance the waterfront.
Mayor Smith reported that Florida Statutes gives municipalities the authority to
approve or deny the operation of seaplanes. Also, Belle Isle has had problems regarding the
operation of a seaplane on Lake Conway, which included noise complaints.
Mr. Hensch reported that should a noise problem arise, he would cease operations.
Also, the seaplane is a five-passenger aircraft including the pilot, that it is easily
maneuvered, and has floats with rubber bumpers in front of the propeller, which is a safety
factor should there be a collision. Further, there would be perhaps five to ten take offs
and landings per day, lasting 1/2 to 1 hour, that said flights will be educational, with
emphasis on the environment, and tailored to what people want to see. Also, he could do some
target marketing to recruit tourism to the City if the Commission so desires.
Commissioner Thomas and Commissioner McClanahan reported that they would have no
objections to such an operation, if the proper liability insurance is in effect.
Monroe Meadows Affordable Housing Pro~ect.
Bill Miller, Suda.. Inc., appeared and reported that the. two remaining issues
include: 1) subdivision modifications, and 2) requests for specific waivers and deferment of
fees. Further, he-originally requested a waiver of police, fire, and recreation impact
fees, potential building review fees, building permit fees, and a deferment of water and
sewer impact fees. He requested that the Commission consider waiving water and sewer impact
fees as well. Mrs Miller requested that the Commission send a letter to the Seminole County
Commission asking for their support/cooperation regarding said project. Further, any
fees/costs that are saved will be documented and passed on to the buyer, and that he will be
giving up some profit in order to make this project work.
City Manager reported that bond covenants do not allow th~ City to waive water and
sewer impact fees. Also, City Attorney has expressed concern with the time payment of
police, fire and recreation impact fees, but recommends, if the City does approve same, that
time payment of water and sewer impact fees be approved as well, with eight year
amortization.
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Work Session
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1992
Commissioner McClanahan recommended that the City determine whether a portion of
block grant funds can be Used to underwrite the affordable housing trust fund.
Mr. Miller referenced an article from the Orlando Sentinel regarding an affordable
housing project in the City of Maitland, and Provided a copy of same.
Request from Gay E. Parker, Seminole Education Association, for waiver of paved parking at
2442 Elm Avenue.
Commissioner ECkstein reported that he is a member of SEA, and that he will abstain
from voting on this matter at this evening's Regular Meeting.
Proposed Revised Land Development Regulations Fees, Utility Billing Charges/Fees, and
Occupational License Fees.
City. Manager recommended that the Commission authorize City Attorney~o prepare the
proper resolutions and/or ordinances to adopt the aforesaid charges/fees, as described in
memos dated June 9, 1992, April 21, 1992, June 23, 1992 and June 9, 1992, from Director of
Planning and Development, Utility Director and Director of Planning and Development,
respectively.
Possible land acquisition for Stormwater Utility; property located between 18th Street and
Country Club Road/Drive and between Georgia Avenue extended northerly and Southwest Road.
The consensus of the Commission was to authorize the City Manager to contact the
property owner, and recommend that he submit an Offer to Sell, for City review and analysis.
Possible land acquisition for Fire Station; property located on French Avenue, across from
Sanford Middle School.
The consensus of the Commission was to authorize the City Manager to explore the
possibility of using the property as a replacement site for Fire Station #1, and to convey
to the prospective owner/developer that the City is not interested in purchasing same, but
would entertain a donation of same.
First Amendment to Development Agreement with Golden Rule Community Development Corporation
("Golden Rule").
City Manager reported that the original Development Agreement provided for the
title of lots to be conveyed to qualified buyers at the time of closing on the construction
permanent loan, however, the funding source does not allow for construction permanent loans.
Also, a waiver of Land Development Regulations is needed regarding side yard set backs to
facilitate two houses.
After discussion, the consensus of the Commission was to authorize the Mayor to
execute First Amendment to Development Agreement with Golden Rule, and Agreements and Deeds,
as recommended and described in letter dated June 22, 1992, from City Attorney. Also, to
refer to Board of Adjustment the request for waiver of side yard set backs.
Condemnation Report %90-7, 408 1/2 Cypress Avenue, Ruth Allen, owner.
City Manager reported that at the June 8, 1992 Regular Meeting, the City Commission
authorized Public Works to commence demolition procedures regarding the above-referenced
structure, due to lack of response from the owner. Subsequently, the owner boarded up and
painted the property, and has now requested a time extension to complete the repairs. City
Manager recommended a one year extension, conditioned upon the owner keeping the property
boarded up, cleaned up and the yard maintained. Said item was referred to tonight's Regular
Meeting for City Commission consideration.
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City Commission, Sanford, Florida
1992_
Seminole County ~ead Start Program.
city Manager reported that, pursuant to letter dated June 9, 1992, from Richard
Wells, Acting Superintendent, Seminole District School Board, the Seminole County School
Board has declined to operate as coordinator for the Head Start Program, and recommended that
the Commission consider acting as coordinator of said program.
After discussion, the Commission authorized the Mayor to execute a letter,
requesting information regarding the requirements and responsibilities of a Head Start
grantee. Also, Staff to investigate whether Seminole County would be interested in acting
as grantee since Head Start is a County-wide program.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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