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City Commission, Sanford, Florida
Regular Meeting
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October 12,
1992
Monday, October 12,
Sanford, Florida.
Present:
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Regular Meeting on
1992 at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Commission Room, City Hall,
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.
Public Hearing to consider condemnation of properties as follows: 1) 1411 Bell Avenue,
Condemnation Report No. 9207t Burda Scott, owner, 2) 1413 Bell Avenue, Condemnation Report
No. 92-08, Burda Scott, ownert and 3) 1106 West First Street, Condemnation Re~ort No. 92-09t
Kirby Moncrief, Trustee, owner.
The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present
to speak regarding these properties. No one appeared.
On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner McClanahan moved that finding the
above-referenced structures to be unsafe, dilapidated, unsanitary or uninhabitable, that said
structures be condemned, and the property owners granted a time period of 30 days in which
to demolish and remove said buildings or structures or place them in a state of sound repair.
Further, in the event of failure on the part of the property owners, within said 30 day time
period, to effect such demolition and removal or repair, to authorize the City to demolish
and remove the buildings or structures, and the actual cost of said removal and disposal,
including administrative costs, will be assessed as a lien against the properties. 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
Continuation of public hearing to consider rezoning a portion of property lying between
Mangoustine Avenue and Olive Avenue and between Second Street and Third Street, from MR-3,
Multiple-Family Residential, to RC-1, Restricted Commercial, Bernette Smith, owner, tabled
at meeting of September 28, 1992 pending recommendation from Planning and Zoning Commission.
The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present
to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the rezoning. No one appeared.
Recommendation submitted from Planning and Zoning Commission to deny the requested
rezoning.
to rezone.
follows:
Recommendation submitted from Director of Planning and Development to deny.
On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner McClanahan moved to deny request
Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
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Request from RonaldThompson d/b/a Love Track, to operate a Dance Hall at 420 South Sanford
Avenue.
Woman appeared and reported that the Love Track is a private (members only -
approximately 50 to 75) dance hall, and that said members must be at least 21 years of age.
Also, the club will be open until 2:00 A.M., and that alcoholic beverages will not be sold
on the premises.
Police Chief Steve Harriett reported that the club is adjacent to a residential
area, and recommended that the Commission consider establishing the hours of operation, and
possibly require on-site security as a condition of granting the license.
City Attorney reported that this does not appear to be a zoning issue, and
therefore, the Commission does not have the authority to deny the request unless health,
safety, or welfare are impacted, but can regulate on-site security, hours of operation, and
alcohol consumption.
Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize issuance of license, to operate a dance hall
at 420 South Sanford Avenue as requested. Seconded by Commissioner McClanahan.
Man appeared and reported that members must comply withspecific rules and by-laws,
and submitted a copy of same, which the Mayor read. He stated that the club will close
between 1:00 A.M.- and 3:00 A.M., and that alcohol will not be available for purchase, but
members may bring their own.
City Attorney reported that the Commission can either approve the license, with
conditions/stipulations i.e. hours of operation, no alcohol consumption on the premises, and
compliance of membership rules and by-laws, or table the matter pending additional
information regarding regulations pertaining to bottle clubs.
Commissioner Thomas withdrew his motion, and Commissioner Eckstein withdrew the
second. Commissioner Thomas moved to table this item until October 26, 1992 Regular Meeting,
pending City Attorney comments/recommendations regarding regulations pertaining to bottle
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as
clubs.
follows:
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Request from Sanford Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, for exemption of Civic Center rental
fees, for Central Florida Intergroup Services, Inc. Roundup on November 8, 1992. On
recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to approve reduced rate in amount
of $240.00. 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
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Request from Fraternal Order of Eagles, for Conditional Use (Class 3 Alcoholic Beverage
Registration) at Riverboat Plaza, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. Commissioner
Howell moved to table this item until October 26, 1992 Regular Meeting, for lack of
representation. Also, City Attorney to review and make comments/recommendations. 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
Proposal from Conklin, Porter and Holmes, for French Avenue Elevated Tank HydraulicAnalysis.
On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner McClanahan moved to approve said
proposal in amount of $1,500.00. 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
Amendments to extend expiration dates of three (3) Interlocal Grant Agreements with Seminole
County. On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to authorize execution
of said three (3) extension agreements as follows: 1) Emergency Repair FY 91/92, from
October 31, 1992 to January 1, 1993, 2) Rental Rehabilitation FY 91/92, from September 30,
1992 to January 1, 1993, and 3) City of Sanford Rehabilitation FY 90/91, from September 30,
1992 to January 1, 1993. 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
Recommendations from Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting of October 1, 1992, as described
in memo dated October 2, 1992, from Land Development Coordinator.
or taken.
Condemnations.
No further action required
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
No action required or taken.
(1) Authorized 60 day extension.
(2) Authorized 60 day extension.
A. Status Report of all current and pending condemnations.
B. Requests for Time Extensions:
(1) Report ~90-3, 1113 West 10th Street, Mary Leonard, owner. City Manager
recommended 60 day extension.
(2) Report %90-13, 606 South Park Avenue, Jack Travis, owner. City Manager
recommended 60 day extension.
On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by
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Board appointments/re-appointments.
A:
Board of Adjustment & Appeals: City Clerk reported that A. K. Shoemaker's
term will expire November 10, 1992, and that he is willing to serve again, if
re-appointed.
Commissioner McClanahan moved to re-appoint A.K. Shoemaker to the Board of
Adjustment & Appeals. 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
Be
Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens' Advisory Committee: City Clerk
reported that Robert F. Von Herbulis has submitted his resignation from said
Committee.
Commissioner McClanahan moved to accept Mr. Von Herbulis' resignation, and to
thank him for his service on said Committee. Also, to appoint Jon Oleson to
the Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens' Advisory Committee.
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
Consent Agenda.
A. Approval of statements:
(1)
From Ardaman & Associations for Site 10 Groundwater
Monitoring ............................................ $
9,712.30
(2)
From Conklin, Porter & Holmes for Pump Branch Culvert
Study ................................................. $
813.32
(3)
From City Attorney for Professional Services for the
Month of September, 1992 .............................. $
4,131.50
B. Tabulations of Bids.
(i)
Bid %91/92-65, Annual Cemetery Maintenance Contract (Parks & Recreation
Department). Based on City Attorney's recommendation, City Manager
recommended acceptance of the second lowest bid, which met
specifications, from the Bond Terre Group in amount of $40,720.00.
(2)
Bid %91/92-67, Gasoline Powered Tank Sprayer (Public Works Department).
City Manager recommended acceptance of lower bid, which met
specifications, from Lesco, Inc., in amount of $1,982.00.
C. Approval of Vouchers for the Month of September, 1992.
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Approval of Minutes of September 22, 1992 Special Meeting; and September 28,
1992, Work Session.
On motion of Commissioner Thomas, 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
the Commission:
A. Approved payment of statements (1) through (3).
B. (1)
Accepted second lowest bid, which met specifications, from the Bond
Terre Group in amount of $40,720.00.
(2)
Accepted lower bid, which met specifications, from Lesco, Inc., in
amount of $1,982.00.
C. Approved Vouchers for the month of September, 1992.
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Approved Minutes of September 22, 1992, Special Meeting; and September 28,
1992, Work Session.
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Information regarding lump sum contracts. The Commission acknowledged eight (8) lump sum
contracts invoices approved for payment totalling $471,497.67.
Expressway Authority Appointments.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to endorse CALNO's recommendation to re-appoint Mayor
Smith and appoint Commissioner Cindy Kaehler to the Seminole County Expressway Authority, for
another two year term. 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
Amtrak/Auto Train.
Mayor Smith reported that she, City Manager Bill Simmons, Dave Farr, Executive
Director, Chamber of Commerce, and Kevin Grace, Assistant Administrator, Seminole County,
traveled to Washington D,C. to meet with Graham Claytor, President, Auto Train, and that Mr.
Claytor assured everyone that they have no intention of moving Auto Train from Sanford.
Also, they had the opportunity to be involved in Amtrak/Auto Train's long range planning, and
that she was extremely encouraged and optimistic after said meeting.
City Manager reported that Auto Train representatives were not aware that the
expressway is under construction, that it will provide access from the City of Sanford into
the greater Orlando area, and that there is an access point 1 1/2 miles from the existing
Amtrak/Auto Train terminal.
Request from Concerned Organized Men In Action ("COMA").
City Attorney reported that he was not prepared to make a recommendation relative
to COMA's letter dated October 10, 1992, requesting City assistance regarding the situation
at Wade's Grocery Store on East Seventh Street. He requested additional time to meet with
Staff and Bernard Mitchell, COMA, to obtain and review further information, to determine
whether the Commission has the authority to close a business, and if so, under what
conditions/circumstances. The Commission concurred.
Police Chief Steve Harriett reported that within the last two months, Sanford
Police Officers have made 530 visits to the area, 85% of which were officer initiated, 10%
by virtue of citizen complaints, and 5% were based on calls received from the establishment.
Further, within the last year, approximately 100 arreSts, ranging from possession of
narcotics, disorderly conduct, and battery were made in the area.
Tree Removal.
City Manager reported that at the southwest corner of the same intersection where
Wades Grocery Store is located, there is a tree in the right-of-way, which has created a site
distance problem for traffic, and that the Public Works Department will remove said tree, if
there are no objections from the Commission. The Commission concurred with removal.
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Head Start Program, as discussed at tonight's Work Session.
Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize Staff to proceed to seek designation of the
City as grantee of the Head Start Program, with 4C as "delegate agency", to administer entire
program. Also, to finalize agreement with 4C prior to acceptance of grantee position.
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
Athletic Officiating Contract with Sanford Officiating Service, as discussed at tonight's
Work Session. Commissioner McClanahan moved to award Athletic Officiating Contract to
Sanford Officiating Service, for umpiring and scorekeeping on an on-call basis, for FY 92/93,
at rates as outlined in memo dated October 6, 1992, from Director of Recreation & Parks,.
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
Request from Francis Schembri, Manager, K-Mart, for waiver of Land Development Regulations,
for tent permit, to temporarily house Home and Garden Shop in K-Mart's front parking lot,
until completion of expansion project, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On
recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner McClanahan moved, in support of Sanford
business, to waive said Land Development Regulations, and to authorize the tent permit for
a period of five (5) months as requested.
the vote of the Commission as follows:
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Seminole County School Board Property Across From Sanford Middle School.
On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to authorize Staff
to request the School Board to extend Rick Hardwick's contract, for said property, for at
least two weeks, to allow City Staff and School Board representatives to work out details in
order to facilitate the City possibly acquiring Mr. Hardwick's contract by assignment.
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
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned
Attest:
~ City Clerk