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· he City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Work Session on Monday,
June 26, 1995, at 5:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, City Hall,
Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Bettye D. Smith
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Robert B. Thomas, Jr.
Commissioner Kerry D. Lyons
City Manager William A. Simmons
City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty
Absent: Commissioner Lon K. Howell
City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Immediate authorization of five (5) additional ~olice officers.
The City Manager recommended that if the City Commission chooses to expedite the
hiring of five additional police officers for implementation of the quad unit, which is
unfunded in FY 94/95, to consider funding approximately $84,000.00 for the officers and
equipment from law enforcement trust funds for FY 94/95, and that funding for these positions
should be covered within the basic FY 95/96 budget, if not, other funding sources include a
fractional millage increase, or general fund reserves.
Police Chief Russell reported that the expected start up date for the quad unit is
August I2, 1995, the Quick Uniform Attack on Drugs will be a partnership between the
community and the police, and that statistics will be made available once a month.
The City Manager reported that an ordinance authorizing five additional police
officer positions is ready to be placed on first reading this evening, and requested that the
City Commission authorize Staff to initiate recruitment proceedings prior to adoption of the
ordinance.
Boys/Girls Club Lease Extension.
The City Manager reported that under the previous contract, which expired October
1, 1994, the City was responsible for 75% of the utilities, that the lessee has agreed on a
five year lease (October 1, 1994 through September 30, 1999), and that effective October 1,
1995 the lessee will be responsible for paying all utility costs and other normal operating
expenses, effective October 1, 1995; with the City contributing a $500.00 a month stipend to
assist with operating and programming costs.
The consensus of the Commission was to approve the Boys/Girls Club Lease Extension
as discussed.
Alternatives for policy on chain link fences in front yards.
City Manager Bill Simmons reported that the Board of Adjustment denied four
requests for waivers, for which each applicant paid a fee, on the basis that the ordinance
does not provide for a waiver of the Land Development Regulations relative chain link fences,
and the City Commission gave no guidance regarding same. Mr. Simmons asked the intent of the
City Commission for the future in terms of whether chain link fences in front yards should
ever be allowed, totally allowed, strictly prohibited, or somewhere in between.
After discussion, the Commission concurred that chain link fences should be
prohibited in front yards, except in neighborhoods where chain link fences currently exist
and/or in the immediate vicinity of the requested location. Also, on recommendation of the
City Manager, to waive the appeal fee for the four applicants who requested waivers through
the Board of Adjustment, should they choose to appeal the denial of said requested waivers
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Future Land Use Map Changes proposed by Seminole County in the Airport area.
Director of Planning and Development Jay Marder reported that the City and County
have finally come to some basic agreements on land use, and that the City plans to provide
services in the area around the airport.
The City Manager reported that this provides a means of protecting the airport
against future urban encroachment.
Commissioner Eckstein reported that he had an ex-parte communication today with
Director of Planning and Development Jay Marder about planning around the airport.
Florida Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Authority ("FMVTPA") Grant.
Police Chief Russell reported that this is not a matching funds grant, that the
grant must be applied for each year, but can be extended for three years, that grant monies,
which are available as long as the terms/conditions of the agreement are followed, will fund
an additional investigator, part-time crime analyst and additional surveillance and computer
equipment. Further, in conjunction with the quad unit and SHOCAP program, the City is
starting on line, and that this is a fantastic opportunity to make use of funds available to
the City.
The consensus of the Commission was that Staff proceed with submittal of the grant
application.
Regular Agenda Items and other items.
A. Resolution No. 1705 re: Ex-parte Communications. The City Manager reported
that pursuant to discussions with the City Attorney, the statute does not over take any other
rules/laws of the State, that the basic policy of the Civil Service Board, which was charged
to act under the rules for judges, would continue, and that it is appropriate to adopt this
resolution as written. This item was referred to tonight's Regular Meeting for City
Commission consideration.
B. Amendment to Florida Energy Efficient Water Project ("FEEWP"). The City
Manager reported that the amendment expands the target area from the City of Casselberry to
all of Seminole County, including Sanford, to facilitate the connection of water and/or sewer
for the low to moderate income, and recommended approval of same. This item was referred to
tonight's Regular Meeting for City Commission consideration.
C. Request from Paralyzed Veterans
conjunction with S~ecial Event Application, for
1995.
of America ("PVA"), for street closures in
Fourth of July Fireworks Display on July 2,
The City Manager reported that the City will not be contributing money for this
event, but will provide, as in the past, law enforcement and other logistical support at an
estimated cost of $3,000.00 for overtime.
After discussion, and on recommendation of the City Manager, the consensus of the
Commission was to approve the closure of Seminole BouleVard between Sanford Avenue and San
Juan Avenue during the fireworks, and restrict parking 500 feet each direction on both sides
of Seminole Boulevard, with the exact time of the street closure and parking restriction to
be determined by the Police and Fire Departments.
D. Waterfront-Downtown Partnership Concept. On recommendation of the City
Manager, the Commission concurred to support/endorse the Waterfront-Downtown Partnership
Concept, as described in memorandum dated June 21, 1994, from Larry Strickler, and that Staff
pursue same with the Waterfront Master Plan Steering Committee and Seminole County.
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E. Planning Agreement with Seminole County and Andersen & Associates, for an
Economic Impact Study regarding the relocation of the COurt House from downtown S~ford to
Five Points.
The City Manager reported that Seminole County has agreed to add to the scope of
the existing study to address the economic impacts to downtown and to Five Points, and
recommended that the City Commission participate in the Cost of said study ($4,000.00); the
City's share approximately $2,000.00.
After discussion, and on recommendation of the City Manager, the consensus of the
Commission was to approve the Planning Agreement with Seminole County and Andersen &
Associates, with the City's cost not to exceed $2,500.00.
F. Waterfront Master Plan Steering-Committee Resignation.
Mayor Smith reported that Ed Posey has been recommended as Andrea Farmer's
replacement on this Committee, and urged the Commission to support said appointment.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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City