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Work Session Septenber 13 19 93
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Work Session on Monday,
September 13, 1993, at 4:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, City Hall,
Mayor-Commissioner Bettye D. Smith
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Robert B. Thomas, Jr.
Commissioner Lon K. Howell
City Manager William A. Simmons
City Clerk Janet R. Donahoe
Absent: Commissioner A. A. McClanahan
City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Sanford, Florida.
Present:
Proposed Amendments to City Code.
A. Civil Service Board: Qualifications of Civil Service Board Members.
(Commissioner McClanahan joined the meeting.)
The Commission concurred with the recommendations from Personnel Director Tim
McCauley, as described in memorandum dated August 30, 1993. Also, the two seated board
members to serve the remainder of the term for which they were elected, but will be
ineligible for re-election upon adoption of the revised Civil Service Ordinance. Staff to
ask the Civil Service Board if there are any other changes whiCh need to be included in this
ordinance.
B. Occupational Licensing: Various changes to comply with recently enacted
amendments to Florida Statute 205.
Licensing Official Gretchen Mason reviewed major changes to Florida Statute 205,
which included: 1) City will be required to form an Equity Study Committee, for the purpose
of reviewing the classification schedule and fees, 2) City will have the ability to increase
license fees 5% every other year, and 3) Individuals who fail 'to renew their licenses within
180 days can be penalized up to $250.00.
After discussion, 'the Commission concurred to authorize the City Attorney to
prepare the proper ordinance to amend the City Code as recommended and described in memos
dated August 16, 1993 and August 25, 1993, from Licensing Official, including the creation
of an Equity Study Committee; said Committee to be composed of nine (9) members, one member
from each of the following classifications: Chamber of Commerce, retail/wholesale business,
manufacturing business, repair business, service business, contractor, and three
professionals, for first reading at the September 27, 1993 Meeting.
C. Parking: Various changes to regulations.
City Manager endorsed the proposed revisions to the parking ordinance.
Officer McAuliffe reported that changes include amounts of fines for various
infractions, and methods of collection, which will improve and update the system, as well as
increase the department's effectiveness in the courtroom.
The Commission concurred to authorize City Attorney to prepare the proper ordinance
to amend City Code as proposed, for first reading at the September 27, 1993 Meeting.
Signalization of 25th Street/Hartwell Avenue.
City Manager reported that Seminole County has determined that traffic signal
warrants have been met at the above-referenced location, and that this will be a joint
City/County project, with a 50/50 split for installation, which is estimated to be from
$30,000.00 to $40,000.00; and for maintenance, the City's share is $500.00 per year.
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On recommendatiOn of the City Manager, the Commission authorized Staff to move
forward with preparation of an Interlocal Agreement, for signalization of 25th
Street/Hartwell Avenue, with funding to come from local option gas taxes.
FY 93/94 Budget and related items.
A. Classification and Pay Plan. The Commission had no comments or questions.
B. Request from Better Living for Seniors for funding.
After discussion, the Commission concurred that the City does not have available
funding at this time. Further, should there be funds to carry forward after the close of FY
93, the Commission will re-consider this request along with other previously submitted
requests for funding.
Derby Park Facilities~ .~
Director of Recreation & Parks Mike Kirby recommended that Derby Park be developed
in phases, immediately addressing Items 1 and 2, as described in memorandum dated September
3, 1993, including drainage and pond work, sidewalk/valley gutter, and starting area
platform; estimated cost of materials, labor and equipment $9,200.00. Further, potential
funding sources include matching grants and/or revenues generated through various recreation
programs.
City Manager recommended that Staff proceed with completion of Items 1 and 2, and
come back to the City Commission, as time and money permits, for the remaining items. The
Commission had no objection to Staff proceeding as recommended.
Alternative use layout for French Avenue "School Board Property".
Director of Planning and Development Jay Marder reviewed three concepts, including:
Concept A) combined public safety Complex (5.25 acres), recreation center (3.1 acres), and
indoor retail commercial space (3.1 acres); Concept B) fire station (2 acres), recreation
center and open space (5.45 acres), and indoor retail/commercial space (4 acres); Concept C)
fire station (2 acres), single-family residential (5.1 acres), and indoor retail/commercial
space (4.-35 acres).
On recommendation of the City Manager, the Commission authorized Staff to proceed
with PD, Planned Development, rezoning for two categories (public and commercial) based on
Concept A.
Eoghan Kelley's property at Seminole Boulevard and French Avenue.
After discussion, the Commission authorized Staff to review Commissioner Eckstein's
proposal to close Seminole Boulevard and utilize this property/building for a "Sports Hall
of Fame/Museum", and report back to the Commission with comments/recommendations regarding
same.
Request from S. Kirby Moncrief, for lease amendment for One Harbour Place.
After discussion, the Commission authorized Staff to prepare final lease
amendments, as described in memorandum dated September 10, 1993, excluding undeveloped
properties, for City Commission consideration at the September 27, 1993 meeting.
Request from S. Kirby Moncrief, for waiver for Beer 30:Grill & Pub to sell alcoholic
beverages within 2,000 feet of a church.
The consensus of the Commission was to waive the 2,000 foot distance requirement,
to allow requestor to apply to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a conditional use
permit.
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Request for authorization to advertise for bids for breakwater replacement at the Sanford
Marina.
On recommendation of the City Manager, the Commission authorized Staff to prepare
advertisement for bids, for breakwater replacement at the Sanford Marina, estimated funding
in amount of $60,000.00 to come from contingency funds if available; if not, from general
fund reserves.
Request from Sanford Historic Trust, Inc., to discuss arChitectural guidelines and standards
developed by Andres Duany for the historic residential district.
Michael Goeb, 117 West 10th Street, reported that the proposed guidelines and
standards will help to protect and preserve the character of the historic district, as well
as improve the quality of growth in the area. Further, existing buildings will be
grandfathered in, and interior alterations will not be impacted. Mr. Goeb requested that the
Commission forward the recommended guidelines and standards to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for review.
Commissioner McClanahan suggested that since the City's rezoning procedures require
notice to each property owner within 300 feet of any property being considered for rezoning,
that the property owners within this designated district be notified of a public hearing,
should they wish to comment; and that this be handled like a rezoning matter. Also, there
are non-conforming lots in this designated district which will need to be addressed.
Commissioner Howell requested that a Staff person have authority to authorize
certain permits as needed, so that there is no delay waiting for a board meeting to approve
permits. He further stated that, legally, the city is not required to post this matter since
it is not a rezoning, and the Sanford Historic Trust could bring people to the public
hearing, which would show their support.
After discussion, the consensus of the Commission was to forward the proposed architectural
guidelines and standards to the Planning and Zoning Commission for review, and provide
recommendation to the City Commission.
Request from Arnold N. May. Mr. May was not present at the meeting.
The Commission concurred that this is a civil matter, and, therefore, the
Commission does not have the authority to take any action.
Regular Agenda Items and other items.
A. Request from Lyman Blanchard for chain link fence in front yard at 523 Plumosa
Drive. The Commission concurred that applicant must apply through the Planning and Zoning
Commission as required by the Land Development Regulations.
B. Request from Lonnie Sroot for Special Event Permit, for Sunday afternoon
Puppet Shows in Ft. Mellon Park, from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. commencing September 26, 1993
through December 26, 1993. On recommendation of the City Manager, the Commission concurred
that the Special Event Permit be approved as requested.
C. Agenda Item %18. B., Urban Service Area and Utility Service Planning Area
Amended Agreement with Seminole County. City Manager reCommended approval of the amended
agreement, subject to incorporation of non-substantive changes, as recommended by the City
Attorney.
D.
County Manager,
comments/recommendations for resolution of this issue.
Letter from City Manager dated September 9,
regarding Roseland Park water service issue.
1993, to Ron Rabun, Seminole
The Commission did not have any
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E. Main Street. City Manager reported that elected officials are invited to meet
with the Reconnaissance Team at 8:00 A.M. on Thursday, September 16, 1993, at the Welcome
Center, and that there will be a brown bag luncheon at 12:00 o'clock noon in the breezeway
at City Hall, which will be open to everyone.
F. Agenda Item #15, Proposed changes and amendment to the approved Planned
Development Pro~ect Plan for Seminole Towne Center. City Manager reported that Director of
Planning and Development Jay Marder will give a status report regarding the mall at tonight's
public hearing.
G. Mayor Smith congratulated the WeStside Neighborhood Improvement Association
for its work.
H. Congressional Black Caucus Meeting in Washington, D.C. Commissioner Thomas
reported that he will be attending this meeting from September 15 through September 19, 1993,
and the Commission concurred.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Attest:
U- City Clerk