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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Regular Meeting on
Monday, May 10, 1993 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, Jr.
Commissioner A. A. McClanahan
Commissioner Lon K. 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 second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3152, as advertised
in the Sanford Herald on April 29, 1993~ Kenneth M. and Bernice C. Sowers, owners.
Ordinance No. 3152, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, CLOSING,
VACATING, AND ABANDONING THAT CERTAIN TWENTY (20) FOOT
WIDE EAST-WEST UTILITY EASEMENT LYING ON THE NORTH SIDE
OF THE PROPERTY AT 1702 RIDGEWOOD LANE; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of April 26, 1993, 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, the adoption of
Ordinance No. 3152. No one appeared.
Commissioner Howell moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No.
3152. 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
Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3153, as advertised
in the Sanford Herald on April 29, 1993.
Ordinance No. 3153, entitled
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 1735 WHICH ESTABLISHES REQUIREMENTS AND
PROCEDURES TO REGULATE THE USE OF SANITARY AND STORM
SEWERS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL DEFINITIONS, AMENDMENTS TO
DEFINITIONS, AND REPORTING CHANGES REQUIRED BY THE BY THE
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY; AMENDING SECTION 1.2,
DEFINITIONS, SUBSECTIONS (23) NEW SOURCE, (24) PASS
THROUGHAND (36) SIGNIFICANT INDUSTRIAL USER; SECTION 2.1
GENERAL DISCHARGE PROHIBITIONS, PARAGRAPH 1, SUBSECTION
(A); SECTION 2.3, SPECIFIC POLLUTANT LIMITATIONS; SECTION
2.7, NEW OR INCREASED CONTRIBUTIONS; SECTION 2.8, REPORTS
OF POTENTIAL PROBLEMS; SECTION 4.1, WATER CONTRIBUTION
PERMITS, SUBSECTION (1) (3); SECTION 4.1.4 PERMIT
CONDITIONS, SUBSECTION (K); SECTION 4.2.2 PERIODIC
COMPLIANCE REPORTS, SECTION 4.2.3, REPORTS FROM
NONSIGNIFICANT INDUSTRIAL USERS; SECTION 4.2.4,
APPLICATION SIGNATORIES AND CERTIFICATION; 4.2.5, RECORD
KEEPING; AND 4.2.6, ANALYTICAL REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of April 26, 1993, 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, the adoption of
Ordinance No. 3153. No one appeared.
Commissioner Howell moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No.
3153. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
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Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eokstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Requests for reduced rate of Civic Center rental fees.
A. From Sanford Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, for Roundup on June 13, 1993.
B. From Sanford Fire DePartment Benefit Fund, for Firematic Competition on July
31, 1993.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner McClanahan moved to approve
reduced rates for A and B, above. 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 theAmerican Legion, CamDbell-Lossing Post 53,
at 2874 South Sanford Avenue.
Jim Smith, 114 East Jinkins circle, appeared and reported that he is Commander of
the American Legion Post 53, and he understands that the sign is in violation of City Code.
Further, many individuals are unable to locate the American Legion because the permanent sign
is set back so far (75 feet) from the road and is parallel with same. Also, the sign is very
seldom lit as a result of children breaking out the lights.
City Manager reported that possibly the monument sign could be moved. Also, Staff
could meet with the requestor to discuss possible alternatives, if the consensus of the
Commission is not to approve the request in its present form.
Mr. Smith reported that there is no place to move the monument sign except in the
middle of the retention pond.
Commissioner McClanahan moved to table consideration of the request for one
additional detached sign at 2874 South Sanford Avenue, until the May 24, 1993, Regular
Meeting, pending Staff meeting with American Legion personnel and submittal of alternative
recommendations. 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
for one additional detached sign
Request from Howard Sklar, Sunrise Auto Salvage, for a waiver of Schedule F, Section 1.6, to
construct a ten (10) foot C.B.S. perimeter wall at 802 West First Street and 110 North Holly
Avenue. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to approve the
height variance, with use of stucco or similar decorative finish on the West First Street and
Holly AvenUe sides. 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
Requests for Special Event Permits.
From Florida's Hairplace, for Art Show on May 30, 1993, from 11:00 A.M. to
5:00 P.M. [Participants 5 - Projected spectators 200]. Request includes
request to close First Street between Palmetto Avenue and Sanford Avenue, and
a street banner.
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From S.H.D.W.A., for Super Saturday Night - Celery Street Cruisers Car Show
on May 15, 1993, from 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. [Participants 100 - Projected
spectators 1000]. Request includes request to close First Street between Oak
Avenue and Palmetto Avenue and Park Avenue between Second Street and
Commercial Street.
From S.H.D.W.Ao and Broken Mold, for Arts and Craft Show, from 6:00 P.M.
Friday, January 28 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, January 30, 1994. [Participants
100+]. Request includes request to close West First Street between Palmetto
Avenue and Park Avenue or Oak Avenue, from 6:00 P.M., January 28, 1994 to
6:00 P.M., January 30, 1994, plus ten (10) trash barrels and barricades.
On recommendation of the Acting City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve
Special Event Permits for A, B, and C, above. 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
Request from Teen Challenge, to hang a banner across First Street, for Grand Open House on
May 14t 1993. On recommendation of the Acting City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to
approve the request to hang a banner across First Street, with the requestor to consult with
the Public Works Director regarding what type of material to be used for said banner.
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
Condemnations.
A. Status Report of all current and pending condemnations.
Request for Demolition regarding Condemnation Report ~90-17, 417 East Fourth
Street, Laura Frazier, owner. The Building Official recommended demolition
of the structure.
On recommendation of Acting City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved as
follows: A. No action required or taken, B. Authorized the Public Works Department to
commence demolition procedures. 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
First reading of Ordinance No. 3151. On motion of Commissioner Howell,
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
Ordinance No. 3151, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, TO ANNEX
WITHIN THE CORPORATE AREA OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, UPON
ADOPTION OF SAID ORDINANCE, PORTIONS OFT HAT CERTAIN ROAD
ADJACENT TO SEMINOLE TOWNE CENTER, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION 171.044,
FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS
AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
seconded by
was introduced and placed on first reading.
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Board appointments/re-appointments.
Sanford Housing Authority: The City Clerk reported that the terms of Shirley
Allen, E. L. Blacksheare and James R. Valerino expire May 20, 1993. Also,
Phyllis Richardson reported that all have been contacted and are willing to
serve again if re-appointed.
Commissioner Thomas moved to re-appoint Shirley Allen, E.L. Blacksheare and
James R. Valerino to the Sanford Housing Authority. 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
Consent Agenda.
A. Requests for payment of statements.
(1) From Ardaman & Associates, Inc. for:
(a) Groundwater Monitoring at Site 10 ....................... $ 833.00
(b) Groundwater Monitoring at Mayfair Golf Course ........... $ 305.50
(2) From Lochrane Engineering, Inc. for Water Storage Tanks ...... $1,182.00
(3)
From City Attorney for Professional Services for the
Month of April, 1993 ......................................... $8,080.16
B. Tabulations of Bids.
(i)
Bid 992/93-27, Silver Lake Elevated Water Tank (Utility Department).
The City Manager recommended acceptance of the lowest bid, which met
specifications, from Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, Inc., in amount
of $433,867.00 (250,000 gallon tank), plus $2,000.00 (cost of painting
"Sanford" on tank); totalling $435,867.00, pending submission of
appropriate structural engineering plans, appropriate bid documentation
i.e. insurance, license, etc., and financial statement.
(2)
Bid 992/93-36, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (Utility Department).
The City Manager recommended acceptance of the lowest bid, which met
specifications, from Allied Safety in amount of $1,192.00 each;
totalling $2,384.00.
(3)
Bid 992/93-38, Upgrade Plumbing Park Restrooms (Parks & Recreation
Department). The City Manager recommended acceptance of the lower bid,
which met specifications, from A1 Porzig Plumbing in amount of
$6,500.00.
C. Approval of Vouchers for the Month of April, 1993.
Approval of Minutes of April 26, 1993, Work Session; and Minutes of April 26,
1993, Regular Meeting.
On motion of Commissioner Howell, 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 the lowest bid, which met specifications, from Phoenix
Fabricators and Erectors, Inc., in amount of $433,867.00 (250,000 gallon
tank), plus $2,000.00 (cost of painting "Sanford" on tank); totalling
$435,867.00, pending submission of appropriate structural engineering
plans, appropriate bid documentation i.e. insurance, license, etc., and
financial statement.
(2)
Accepted the lowest bid, which met specifications, from Allied Safety in
amount of $1,192.00 each; totalling $2,384.00.
(3)
Accepted the lower bid, which met specifications, from A1 Porzig
Plumbing in amount of $6,500.00.
C. Approved the Vouchers for the Month of' April, 1993.
Approved the Minutes of April 26, 1993, Work Session; and the Minutes of
April 26, 1993, Regular Meeting, as corrected and noted at tonight's Work
Session.
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Information regarding invoices paid during the Deriod for previously approved l~.m s,...
contracts. The Commission acknowledged five invoices totalling $180,021.49.
Basketball Court at McKibbin Park.
Director of Parks and Recreation Mike Kirby reported that although McKibbin Park
would be a good location for this type of project, additional construction will be required
to build a basketball court because the Park was once a landfill site.
Director of Public Works Jerry Herman reported that the soil would need to be
stabilized to ensure that the same situation does not occur as has with the tennis courts.
Commissioner Eckstein reported that the cost of this project is approximately
$13,000.00, and requested that the Commission consider possible funding sources between now
and budget discussions.
Borrow Pits. The Commission concurred to refer this item to the next Work Session for
further discussion.
Police Chief Salary. Commissioner Thomas moved to increase Police Chief Ralph Russell's
salary to Step 13 ($54,690.90), effective immediately. 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
Condemned Property at 2018 Mellonville Avenue, Sara Jacobson, owner, as dgscussed at
tonight's Work Session. Commissioner Howell moved to authorize a four year time extension.
Said motion died for lack of a second.
Commissioner McClanahan moved to approve a 90 day time extension, to enable the
owner to complete the house, so this property can be placed back on the tax rolls. 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
Civic Center Reduced Rate Fees, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. Commissioner Howell
moved to increase the reduced rate for Civic Center rental fees as follows: 1) Custodial
Overtime $15.00 per hour, 2) Utilities $30.00 per hour, and 3) Depreciation Cost $15.00 per
hour. Also, no reduced rate regarding alcoholic beverage leases. 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 Sanford Historic Trust, Inc., to hang award banners, honoring outst~-dAn-
preservation efforts, at winning locations during National Historic Preservation We-~, May
9 through Ma~ 15, 1993, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. Commissioner Howell moved
to approve the hanging of award banners as requested, and t~waive the permit fees associated
with same, as described in memo dated May 6, 1993, from the Building Official.
Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Seconded by
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Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Contract IV, Site 10, as discussed at tonight's Work Session.
Commissioner Howell moved to amend the Change Order to Contract IV with H.C.
Connell, to expand the scope of services to include the grading of Fields 11, 13, 14 and 15,
as described in memo dated May 10, 1993, from Conklin, Porter & Holmes, in an amount not to
exceed $259,000.00. Seconded by
Commission as follows:
Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the
Mayor Smith Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
"The Part, Machine", as discussed at tonight's Work Session.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve a Dance
Hall License for "The Party Machine" located at 2544 Park Avenue, with Thelma and Fred Mungen
to retain their alcoholic beverage license; no alcoholic beverages to be available during
teen functions; otherwise operation of this business to be in accordance with Florida
Statutes, and hours of operation to be as set forth in City Code. Seconded by Commissioner
Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Smith Nay
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Thomas Aye
Commissioner McClanahan Aye
Commissioner Howell Aye
Cedar Creek Apartments. The Mayor reported children dart across 25th Street at Cedar Creek
Apartments, and some have nearly been hit by vehicular traffic. The Commission concurred to
have City Manager look into the possibility of installing a crosswalk in this area.
Audience Participation.
Bernard Mitchell, 1325 Douglas Street, representing COMA, appeared and
that the City construct restrooms at the park on Eighth Street. The Commission sue
that Mr. Mitchell meet with the City Manager to discuss his concerns.
Matthew West, 132 Mayfair Court, appeared and asked if another conditional
request is submitted for the property located at 2544 Park Drive, could the City require
owner/petitioner to bring the property up to code such as landscaping and parking.
The City Manager reported that if a request were submitted for a new use of th~
property, which requires a site plan, then such items would be addressed. Also, there wa~
no change of use relative "The Party Machine", and, therefore, no site plan variance wa~
required.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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