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091195-Regular MeetingE405354 7OO MINUTES CitY Commission, Sanford, Florida Regular Meeting ,September 11 ]9 95 The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Regular Meeting on Monday, September 11, 1995, 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 Lon K. Howell Commissioner Kerry D. Lyons City Attorney William L. Colbert City Manager William A. Simmons City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty The Chairman called the meeting to order. Public Hearing to consider tentative Budget and Proposed Millage for FY 95/96. Mayor Smith announced that the proposed millage rate of 6.8759 mills exceeds the rolled-back rate by 1.1147% and that this is necessary for the City to provide continuing level of City Services in the face of inflation and to meet new demands associated with new development. Mayor Smith announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak regarding the tentative FY 95/96 Budget and proposed Millage. No one appeared. Commissioner Howell moved to adopt the proposed millage rate of 6.8759 as the tentative millage rate. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Commissioner Howell moved to adopt the tentative budget. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Mayor Smith announced that the public hearing will be held on September 25, 1995, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., to consider the final budget and to adopt the final millage. On motion of Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Ordinance No. 3269, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, FOR THE FISCAL YEA~R BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 1995 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 390, 1996; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. was introduced and placed on first reading. On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Ordinance No. 3270, entitled: E4053.54 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Regular Meeting 701 Septembe[ 11 19 95 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO. 3230, AND ADOPTING A CLASSIFICATION AND PAY PLAN EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 1995; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. was introduced and placed on first reading. Public Hearing to con~ider proposed changes and amendments to Ordinance No. 3166, Section 1, Schedule B, Trangient Lodging and Entertainment, Alcoholic Beverage Sales and Consumption, Permitted Uses, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on September 1, 1995. The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak regarding the proposed changes and amendments. No one appeared. The Chairman announced that due to an error in the advertising of this ordinance, this item needs to be continued until September 25, 1995. Commissioner Howell moved to continue the public hearing to September 25, 1995. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3267, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on August 31t 1995. Ordinance No. 3267, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, TO ADOPT THE 1994 EDITIONS OF THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE, THE STANDARD GAS CODE, THE STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE, AND THE STANDARD PLUMBING CODE, THE 1993 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE WITH NOTICE K, AND THE ANCHOR, AND TIE-DOWN INSTALLATION STANDARDS FOR MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES AND PARK TRAILERS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, AND EFFECTIVE DATE. introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of August 28, 1995, 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. 3267. No one appeared. Commissioner Howell moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No. 3267. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as fOllows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Public Hearing to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3268, as advertised in the Sanford Herald on August 31, 1995. Ordinance No. 3268, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, CHANGING AND AMENDING SCHEDULE S, HISTORIC PRESERVATION, SECTION 5, SIGN REGULATIONS IN THE DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL HISTORIC DISTRICT, AND ADDING SECTION 5.1, SIDEWALK DISPLAY, LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, INCLUSION INTO THE SANFORD LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of August 28, 1995, 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. 3268. No one appeared. E405354 702 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Re,qular Heet?nq Septembe 11 ?5 3268. eor~issioner Howell moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No. Seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Request from Jaxon Investments Limited {"JIL") for billboard to rema4n on City-ownedright- of-way of Woodson Avenue, immediately south of 3841 South Orlar~o Drive Until expiration of existing leases for billboard space, continued from August 14 aha 28, 1995. City Manager Simmons reported that the City Attorney and the Seminole County Attorney are still trying to work this out, that there is no recommendation at this time, and requested that this item be continued until September 25, 1995, and the Commission concurred. Status Report regardin~ 708 Palmetto Avenue. Boyd Walker, 101 East 10th Street, appeared and reported that he is a member of the Sanford Historic Trust ("Trust"), and requested a time extension. Mr. Walker asked if all liens are satisfied who would be the owner of the property. The City Attorney reported that if the liens are extinguished, James and Pina Melvin, who are the owners of record, would have clear title to the property without any incumbrances. City Manager Simmons reported that absent a written commitment (quit claim) from Mr. and Mrs. Melvin to the Trust, the Trust would have nothing to gain by pursuing this property, and recommended that this item be held in abeyance until September 25, 1995, pending receipt of a "letter of closure" or an indication with a set of objectives from the Trust. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to table this item until September 25, 1995. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Lease for Police Community Center at Seminole Towne Center Mall, as discussed at tonight'~ Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the lease, conditioned upon changes as discussed at tonight's Work Session, and City Attorney's review/comments. Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Request for "sole source" ~urchase of Advanced Com~ter Aided Dispatch System from Cisco, Inc.~ related hardware and Novell Netware Version 4.1, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to authorize "sole source" purchase of Cisco Advanced Computer Aided Dispatch System and related hardware and Novell Netware Version 4.1 in amount of $57,588.00, from Law Enforcement Trust Funds. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: ~A05354 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Regular 703 Septemhe 11 19 95 Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Request from J~mes L~ttles to retain an o~ening with a gate in the south perimeter fence at Academy Manor Park (113 Rollins Street). On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to deny the request to retain an opening with a gate in the south perimeter fence at Academy Manor Park (113 Rollins Street), and to require Mr. Littles to promptly restore the fence to its original condition and replace the curb stops. Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Request from Seminole High School for reduced rate of Civic Center rental fees for Homecoming Dance September 29, 1995. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the reduced rate of Civic Center rental fees in amount of $180.00. Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Request from Seminole County Historical Commission for Right-Of-Way Use Agreement for a Railroad Historical Marker in the First Street right-of-wa~ (212 West First Street). On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to authorize execution of the Right-Of-Way Use Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Change Order with S~eegle Construction. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to approve the Change Order with Speegle Construction in amount of $17,820.88, for St. John's Parkway East Project. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Weatherization Agreements. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Thomas moved to authorize execution of the 1995-96 Weatherization Assistance Program Grant Agreement, the 1995-96 Weatherization Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Agreement, and the 1995-96 Low Income Emergency Home Repair Program Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye E405354 704 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Regular Meeting Septembe[ 1119 95 Status Report of all current and pendinq condemnations. No action required or taken. Board appointments/re- appointments/resignation. Waterfront Master Plan Steering Committee resignation. The City Clerk reported that John Williams has submitted his verbal resignation from this Committee. The Commission requested that the Director of Planning and Development obtain a written resignation from Mr. Williams. B. Historic Preservation Board. Commissioner Howell moved to appoint Cathryn Welch and Kimberly Capucille to replace Cal Conklin and Ollie Williams when their terms expire, and to re- appoint Chris Cranias. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas. Commissioner Lyons reported that this appointment was not listed on the agenda, and that he will abstain from voting on this item. City Attorney Colbert reported that Commissioner Lyons is required to vote unless there is a conflict of interest. The Chairman called for the vote of the Commission on the foregoing motion to appoint Cathryn Welch and Kimberly Capucille to replace Cal Conklin and Ollie Williams when their terms expire, and to re-appoint Chris Cranias. Said motion passed by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye The Commission concurred to discuss quarterly board appointments at each Work Session beginning with the September 25, 1995, Work Session. First reading of Ordinance No. 3271, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. Commissioner Eckstein moved to table the first reading of Ordinance No. 3271 until September 25, 1995. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Consent Agenda. Request for payment of statement from Foley & Lardner regarding City Coal Gasification Plant in amount of $68.86. B. Approval of Vouchers for the Month of August, 1995. C. Approval of Minutes of August 14, 1995, Work Session. On motion of Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye the Commission: A. Approved payment of statement in amount of $68.86. B. Approved Vouchers for the Month of August, 1995. C. Approved Minutes of August 14, 1995, Work Session. Information regarding invoices paid during the period for previously approved lump SUm contracts. The Commission acknowledged eight invoices totalling $21,337.45. First Amendment to CDBG, HOI4~ and SHIP Interlocal Agreement. On recommendation Of the City Manager, Commissioner Howell moved to approve the First Amendment to CDBG, HOME and SHIP Interlocal Agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Thomas and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: E4053~4 MINUTES City CommisSion, Sanford,' Florida ReQula~ ~eet~nQ 7O5 Septembe~ 11 19 95 Grant Application for Lake Monroe Riverwalk Pro~ect. On recommendation of the City Manager, commissioner Thomas moved to approve submittal of said Grant Application. Seconded by Commissioner Howell and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Attest: City