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061394-Regular Meeting198 MINUTES City Commission, Sanfor'd, Florida ' Regu 1 ar Meet i n g June 13, 19 94 The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Regular Meeting on Monday, June 13, 1994, 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. Assistant City Attorney Donna L. McIntosh City Manager William A. Simmons City Clerk Janet R. Donahoe Absent: Commissioner A. A. McClanahan Commissioner Lon K. Howell City Attorney William L. Colbert The Chairman called the meeting to order. Public Hearing to consider closing, vacating and abandoning a portion of Jewett Lane lying between Rinehart Road and Upsala Road, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on May 30i 1994. The City Clerk reported that the property was posted May 27, 1994, and the owners notified May 19, 1994. The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the vacating. No one appeared. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the vacating as advertised, and to retain a utility/retention easement between lots 39 and 42 to accommodate a 110 foot wide north/south electric transmission corridor, as requested by Florida Power & Light, with adoption of Ordinance No. 3215 to be concurrent with dedication of new right-of-way. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Public Hearing to consider Appeal of Den~al of waiver of setback requirements for chain link fence with barbed wire at 1215 West First Street, in a GC-2, General Commercial, Zoning District, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on June 2, 1994. Mayor Smith announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak regarding this item. No one appeared. Assistant City Attorney reported receipt of a fax from the appellant's attorney advising that his client had a family emergency, which required him to leave the country, and has requested that this item be continued. Commissioner Thomas moved to continue this item. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Public Hearing to consider settlement of ATCS v City of Sanford, Case No. CI 93-2583-CA-15-L~ as advertised in the Sanford Herald on June 6, 1994. The Chairman announCed that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak regarding this item. No one appeared. Assistant City Attorney Donna L. McIntosh confirmed that members of the Commissior received City Attorney's recommendation, and reported that Martha McIntosh, Esq. was available to answer questions. MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida _ Regular Meeting 199 June 13, 1994 On recommendation of City Attorney William L. Colbert, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve settlement in amount of $35,419.00, for full and complete settlement of all claims. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Public Hearing to consider second reading and in the Sanford Herald on June 2, 1994. Ordinance No. 3211, entitled: adoption of Ordinance No. 3211 as advertised AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3176; AMENDING SECTION 17.29 OWNER RESPONSIBLE FOR ILLEGALLY PARKED VEHICLES, SECTION 17.30 REMOVAL AND IMPOUNDING OF ILLEGALLY PARKED VEHICLES, AND SECTION 17.31 FINES FOR VIOLATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND EFFECTIVE DATE. introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of May 23, 1994, 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. 3211. No one appeared. Commissioner Thomas moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No. 3211. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3212, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on June 2 and 9e 1994. Ordinance No. 3212, 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, A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN ROSE DRIVE AND FERN DRIVE AND BETWEEN PARK AVENUE EXTENDED SOUTHERLY AND PALM WAY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION 171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of May 23, 1994, 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. 3212. No one appeared. Commissioner Thomas moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No. 3212. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner ThOmas Aye Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3213, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on June 2 and 9, 1994. Ordinance No. 3213, 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, A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN OAK AVENUE AND PARK AVENUE AND BETWEEN W. 28TH STREET AND LAUREL DRIVE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION 171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, ~T,T~ AND ~C~TV~ DA~R. 200 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Regu 1 ar' Meet i n_g June 13, 1994 introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of May 23, 1994, 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. 3213. No one appeared. Commissioner Thomas moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No. 3213. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3214, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on June 2, 1994. Ordinance No. 3214, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, ADOPTING AND AMENDING CHAPTER 9 OF THE SANFORD CITY CODE TO PROVIDE FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY CODES; PROVIDING FOR VIOLATION OF CODE; ENFORCEMENT BY THE BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION; DUTIES OF THE FIRE LOSS MANAGEMENT BUREAU; INVESTIGATION OF FIRES; RECORD KEEPING; PERIODIC INSPECTIONS; COMPLIANCE WITH CODES, PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION AND FALSE ALARM FEES; PROVIDING FOR AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS TO THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE NFPA 1 RELATING TO ASSISTANT TO FIRE MARSHALL, CONFLICT RESOLUTION, GENERAL, SPECIAL PERMIT REQUIRED, REQUIRED ACCESS FOR FIRE APPARATUS, AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, MONITORING REQUIRED, INSPECTION, TESTING, ANDMAINTENANCE; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF APPENDICES E, F & G OF NFPA 1; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of May 23, 1994, 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. 3214. No one appeared. Commissioner Thomas moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No. 3214. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3215, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on June 2, 1994. Ordinance No. 3215, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, CLOSING, VACATING, AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF JEWETT LANE LYING BETWEEN RINEHART ROAD AND UPSALA ROAD; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of May 23, 1994, 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. 3215-. No one appeared. The City Manager reported that there has been a minor amendment to this ordinance, providing for the reservation of a 30 x 100 Florida Power & Light easement, and requested that the City Commission table second reading and adoption of said ordinance, pending receipt of Deeds of Conveyance of the alternative right-of-way. MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Rogular M~meting 201 June 1 3~ 1994 On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to table second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3215, pending receipt of Deeds of Conveyance. by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Seconded Request from Emory and Gladys Green, for waiver of City liens on property located at 9th Street and Sanford Avenue, tabled at May 23, 1994 Meeting. Mayor'Smith reported receipt of a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Green withdrawing their request. No further action required or taken. Requests for right-of-way use permits, as discussed as tonight's Work Session. A. Request from Joanne Drage, for off-street parking at 616 West First Street (Sanford House). On recommendation of the City Manager and the Plans Review Committee, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the right-of-way use permit for parking, as requested. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Request from Anne Wallace, for a handicap parking space and wheelchair access ramp, within a portion of unopened Commercial Street west of Holly Avenue. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the right-of-way use permit for the northerly thirty-five (35) feet of unopened Commercial Street from Holly Avenue right-of-way extending 125 feet to the west, for a period of twenty (20) years, with specific condition that said permit may be terminated by the City upon 60-days notice if Commercial Street is to be opened as a public thoroughfare. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Site 10 Lease Agreement with Sanford Aero Modelers' Club, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize execution of said Lease Agreement with Sanford Aero Modelers' Club, for use and maintenance of Field F-5 of Site 10, at a nominal rental rate. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Contract with Storm Richards & Associates for Environmental Assessment of land (Wharton Property) offered for donation to the City, for Cloud Branch drainage imDrovements. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize execution of said Contract with Storm Richards & Associates, Inc. in amount of' $1,000.00, for Phase One Environmental Assessment of land (Wharton Property) offered for donation to the City, for CloudBranch/Mill Creek drainage improvements. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Contract Renewal with Florida League of Cities regarding Worker's Compensation insurance. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner ThOmas moved to authorize renewal of said contract with Florida League of Cities for an estimated annual premium of $83,000.00, for FY 94/95 Worker's Compensation Insurance Coverage. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: 202 MINUTES City Commission. Sanford, Florida Regular Meeting 1994 Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Request from Dean Hendry, for right-of-wayuse permit, for fence at 1019 Laurel Avenue. The City Manager recommended denial of the right-of-way use permit, based on the fact that approval of same would endorse the placement of an obstruction within the right-of-way of an open street. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to deny the right- Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by of-way use permit at 1019 Laurel Avenue'. the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Commissioner Eckstein Commissioner ThOmas Petition for Annexation of a portion Aye Aye Aye of proDert¥ lying between West 5th Street and Jewett Lane and between Airport Boulevard and Brown Avenue extended southerly; Heritage Acquisition Corporation, owner. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize the City Attorney to prepare the proper ordinance to annex the property. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Petition for Annexation of a portion of property lying between Hidden Lake Drive and Meadow Drive and between Art Lane and Driftwood Lane extended northerly; James R. and Dolores K. Smith, owners. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize the City Attorney to prepare the proper ordinance to annex the property. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Request from Rotary Club, for waiver of police officer requirement, for installation banquet on June 27, 1994 at the Civic Center. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to waive the police officer requirement for this event. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Contract with Zaffran Bus Company for 1994 Summer Program. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve said contract with Zaffran Bus Company in estimated amount of $3,980.00, for the 1994 Summer Program. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Request from Elizabeth Hartnell and Tom Bowes dba M&E Gas & Convenience Store, for open-air restaurant in parking lot at 1800 French Avenue. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the operation of an open-air restaurant at this Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as location. follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Regular Meeting 203 June 13, 1994 Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") Cooperation Agreement with Seminole County and resolution regarding same. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize execution of said CDBG Cooperation Agreement with Seminole County, for FY 95/96/97, and adoption of Resolution No. 1688, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANFORD AND SEMINOLE COUNTY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Amendment No. 1 to Low Income Home Energ~ Assistance Agreement ("LIHEAP")e as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize execution of said Amendment No. I to 1994 LIHEAP Agreement, increasing funding by $61,696.00, for a total of $188,765.00. vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Commissioner Eckstein Commissioner Thomas Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the Aye Aye Aye Condemnations: Report 994-10. Status Report/Requests for Demolition of Structures/Update re: Condemnation A.Status Report of all current and pending condemnations. (No action required or taken.) B. Requests for Demolition of Structures. (1) Condemnation Report %94-1, 1612 Peach Avenue, Dessie Edwards, owner. (2) Condemnation Report %94-5, 801 Pecan Avenue, Euma Morrow, owner. (3) Condemnation Report $94-6, 1706 Bell Avenue, Alberta Armour, owner. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize Public Works to proceed with demolition of structures (1) through (3), after title searches. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye C. Status Report regarding Condemnation Report %94-10, 2544 Park Drive, Party Machine. On May 10, 1994, the City Commission authorized demolition of structure after May 28, 1994, unless prior to said date, the owner submitted plans that are complete and ready for City review to rehabilitate the building. Building Official reported that plans were submitted May 20, 1994, and building permit issued. The City Manager reported that building permits have been issued which would correct the fire damage to the building, that the permits do not provide for any use or change of use for the building, that all previously existing waivers relative the Party Machine have expired as a result of the six (6) month hiatus, and that any future requests for waiver involving this property would come before the Planning and Zoning Commission for discussion, and subsequently require City Commission approval. Also, the bank, which owns this property, has requested a formal vote of abatement of the demolition to provide sufficient time to make the necessary repairs to this building. City Manager recommended a sixty (60) day abatement of the demolition of this structure, as requested by the property owner. 204 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Regular Meeting June 13, 19 94 On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to abate demolition of the structure at 2544 Park Drive for a period of sixty (60) days, with Staff to advise the property owner of said action and expiration of waivers. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye CommisSioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye First reading of Ordinance No. 3216. On motion of Commissioner Thomas, Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: seconded by Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Ordinance No. 3216, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, CLOSING, VACATING, AND ABANDONING THAT CERTAIN 7 1/2 FOOT WIDE- NORTH-SOUTH DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT LYING ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE PROPERTY AT 101 SWEET GUM COURT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. was introduced and placed on first reading. Board appointments/re-ap~ointments/resignations. ae Civil Service Board: The City Clerk reported that the term of Ernie A. Cavallaro (City Commission appointed) expires June 30, 1994, and that Mr. Cavallaro has been contacted and is willing to serve again, if re-appointed. Also, George Rufus submitted his resignation from the Civil Service Board, effective May 20, 1994, a copy of which was provided at the May 23, 1994 Meeting. Commissioner Thomas moved to acknowledge George Rufus' resignation from the Civil Service Board, and to re-appoint Ernie A. Cavallaro to said board. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Be Code Enforcement Board: The City Clerk reported that the term of Bradford J. Gonzalez expires June 30, 1994. Also, there is one vacancy, for an alternate member. Commissioner Thomas moved to re-appoint Bradford J. Gonzalez to the Code Enfo'rcement Board. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Ce Sanford Housing Authority: The City Clerk reported that James R. Valerino submitted his resignation from this board, a copy of which was provided at the May 23, 1994 Meeting. The Commission acknowledged James R. Valerino's resignation from the Sanford Housing Authority, and requested Staff to place appointment of a replacement on the June 27, 1994 Agenda, for City Commission consideration. D. Strategic Plan Review Committee: Commissioner Thomas moved to'appoint Amefika Geuka, Matt Kane, Charles Phillips, Patricia Capsanes, and Mark Wilson to the Strategic Plan Review Committee. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Information from Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting of Thursday, May 19, 1994, as described in memo dated May 27, 1994, from Land Development Coordinator. No action required or taken Consent Agenda. ae Consideration of request for payment of City Attorney's May, 1994 Statement, for professional services, in amount of $12,221.60. City Manager recommended MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Regular Meeting 205 June 13, 1994 B. Approval of Vouchers for the Month of May, 1994. On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: the Commission: A. Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye ApproVed payment of City Attorney's May, 1994 Statement in amount of $12,221.60. Bo Approved Vouchers for the Month of May, 1994. Information contracts. The Commission acknowledged eight (8) invoices totalling $81,366.29. Soap Box Derby. Commissioner Eckstein commended Director of Parks and Recreation Mike Kirby, Parks and Recreation Staff, City Manager William A. Simmons, and Public Works Director Jerry Herman, for their participation/efforts in this event. Seminole Towne Center Boulevard Construction Contract. Assistant City Attorney reported that Hubbard Construction was the apparent lowest bidder; however, Amick Construction Company's bid was found to contain a mathematical error which if waived, would make Amick Construction Company the lowest bidder by $34,000.00. Further, at the request of the City Manager, City Attorney's Office researched and determined that the City has the legal authority to waive the mathematical error and accept the lowest bid from Amick Construction. The City Manager reported that this item will be placed on the June 27, 1994 Agenda, at which time he will recommend the conditional award of the Seminole Towne Center Boulevard Construction Contract, conditioned Upon the sale of TIF bonds. Also, Staff will contact representatives for both Hubbard Construction and Amick Construction and offer them the opportunity to speak regarding this issue. Adoption of Resolution No. 1687. Commissioner Thomas moved to adoption Resolution No. 1687, entitled: regarding invoices paid during the period for previously approved lump sum Empowerment CommunityApplication,. as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to authorize execution of the Joint City/County Empowerment Community Application, for Enterprise Community grant funding in amount of 2.9 million dollars. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Procurement of K-9 Police Dog, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize Staff to proceed with the procurement of one K-9 police dog from Lake-Land Kennels in amount of $6,400.00. Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Ave Seconded by Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE ACQUISITION AND RENOVATION OF THE RITZ THEATRE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT USE. 206 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, FlOrida Regu 1 ar Meet i June 13, 199 4 Cloud Branch/Mill Creek Drainage Improvements - Right-Of-Way Acquisition. The City Manager recommended acceptance of two counter offers, from Evans and Cynthia D. Bacon, Jr. in amount of $14,000.00 and from Henry Hodge in amount of $11,761.21, for land acquisition to facilitate a portion of Goldsboro drainage improvements. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Audience Participation. Tim Defoggi, 622 Sarita Street, appeared and reported that he previously spoke with the City Manager regarding the presence of rattle snakes in the vacant lot behind his property, that the current ordinance requires property owners to clear land which contains a dwelling/structure, and requested that the City Commission amend said ordinance to include vacant properties. The City Manager reported that he spoke with Mr. Defoggi regarding this problem, that, in the past, there has been concern about automatically requiring properties to be cleared as opposed to being mowed, and that Staff could study/research this issue relative properties which are in close proximity to residential neighborhoods. Commissioner Eckstein reported that he would be in favor of amending the ordinance to include vacant properties in cases where clear and present danger has been demonstrated. After discussion, the Commission requested Staff to obtain copies of Orlando's ordinance(s) regarding this issue, and provide comments/recommendations. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. R Attest: ~ City Clerk J ~