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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Work SeSsion MondayL
September 9, 1996, at 4:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, City Hall, 300
North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: 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. Dougherty
Absent: Commissioner Kerry D. Lyons
City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Executive Session.
After discussion, the Commission concurred to hold an Executive Session at 4:00
P.M. on September 16, 1996, to discuss FOP negotiations, with the City Manager to contact
David Kornreich to check on his availability for a conference call, if necessary, during said
Executive Session.
Solid Waste.
The City Manager reported that the two main issues that need to be addressed
regarding solid waste are: 1) how best to proceed with the timely pick-up of piles of debris,
and 2).some type of test demonstration project to determine if there is a better way of
collecting solid waste than our existing operation.
Director of Public Works Jerry Herman reviewed solid waste service alternatives as
described in memorandum dated, and recommended that the bulk solid waste pick up be done on
a routing basis, however, the three (3) existing bucket trucks are not sufficient to
accomplish same, that Level 3 service (5 bucket trucks) would assure complete collection on
a one day pick up per week basis, that the peak times are seasonal, and that Level 2 service
could handle the situation most of the time. Further, we are almost at the point of needing
a fourth truck for the current level of service.
Commissioner Eckstein requested that Staff prepare an analysis relative paying
overtime instead of purchasing new equipment.
The City Manager reported that Level 4 service would achieve a routing operation,
and that overtime could be used to pick up excess piles throughout the City.
After discussion, the Commission concurred that Staff proceed with bulk solid waste
pick up throughout the City, to pay overtime as necessary, and deferred discussion of
purchasing a fourth bucket truck until after trying this for a couple of weekends.
Mr. Herman reported that the City has planned to go on a mechanized one day pick
up per week using the existing level of service, however, some residents have a considerable
demand for more services, and recommended that the Commission consider a pilot program using
a private organization for a specified period of time.
After discussion, the Commission concurred that Staff prepare a Request for
Proposal for privatized solid waste services, for City Commission review and discussion.
City Manager's Re~ort.
A. Pamala Oaks Phase II Plat. The City Manager reported that each Commissioner
contacted him and approval to record the Plat, and that said Plat was recorded accordingly.
B: Revenue Estimates. The Commission had no questions or comments.
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C. Water Reclamation Facility O~erating Permit Renewal. On recommendation of the
City Manager, the consensus of the Commission was to accept the proposal from Conklin, Porter
and Holmes, for preparation of Water Reclamation Facility Permit Renewal documents, in amount
of $8,000.00, plus permit fees in amount of $5,000.00 upon submittal of said application.
D. Senate Bill 322.
The City Manager reported that the Legislature has passed Senate Bill 322, which
prohibits any person under the age of eighteen (18) from smoking tobacco within one thousand
(1,000) feet of schools.
The Police Chief reported that the proposed ordinance does not have enforcement
powers, and recommended that the City wait to see what type of action the County takes.
After discussion, the Commission concurred that the City Manager contact Ned
Julian to advise that the City is awaiting County actions.
E. Potential Sale of Hovnanian Park.
The City Manager reported that John Sauls has submitted a proposal in amount of
$2,500.00, to perform an appraisal on Hovnanian Park.
Director of Planning and Development Jay Marder reviewed memorandum dated August
21, 1996, and reported that Hovnanian Park represents a viable site for outdoor recreation
and parks use, that it is centrally located, and recommended that said property be retained
for said use.
After discussion, the Commission concurred that Staff proceed with obtaining an
appraisal from John Sauls.
F. Sanford Memorial Stadium. On request of Commissioner Eckstein, the Commission
concurred that the September 16, 1996 Regular Meeting Agenda include a presentation regarding
the Sanford Memorial Stadium.
G. C0mmunityDevelo~ment Grant Amendment.
Director of Community Development Charles Rowe reported a Grant Agreement sunsets
October 1, 1996, and that the Department of Community Affairs requests Mayor Smith execute
a grant amendments to end the grant September 29th, and submittal of same to the State.
After discussion, the Commission concurred, in the interest of time, that Mayor
Smith execute the Community Development Grant Amendment Application, and place this item on
the September 16, 1996 Agenda, for formal City Commission approval.
H. Tower 38 Truck.
Fire Chief Tom Hickson reported that the Tower 38 Fire Truck is in need of major
repair; reviewed fOur (4) alternatives and cost information for same, as described in
memorandum dated August 23, 1996, and stated that it would be better to purchase a new truck
instead of repairing the old one.
The City Manager reported that he cannot recommend repairing the truck, that
funding would need to come from reserves, and requested that the City Commission select one
of the four alternatives as presented.
The Commission referred this item to the next Work Session for further discussion.
I. Personnel regrades/reclassifications.
The City Manager reviewed recommended personnel regrades/reclassifications as
described in memorandum dated August 20, 1996, from Personnel Director, and August 21, 1996,
from Utilities Director, and discussed certain employees' status history. On recommendation
of the City Manager, the consensus of the Commission was to authorize the City Attorney to
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p£epare the proper ordinance to amend the Classification and Pay Plan, as described in said
memorandums.
J. Tri-Party Meeting. The City Manager reported receipt of a request from
Seminole County Commissioner Van Der Weide, for a Tri-Party Work Session with the City of
Sanford and the Sanford Airport Authority.
K. C.I.D. and~uad Squad~Statistics Report. Police Chief Russell distributed a
report on quad squad activities to the members of the City Commission, and reviewed same.
L. Personnel regrades/reclassifications. Commissioner Howell further discussed
various Department Head's salaries and pay increases over the past ten (10) years, and the
number of employees they supervise.
M. Sailfest.
The City Manager reported that the promoters of the Sailfest have requested a
written commitment from the City to spendmoney and time on shoreline improvements, and that
he expects a group of individuals from Sailfest to attend the next City Commission Meeting
to discuss same.
Commissioner Howell requested Staff to provide information relative the financial
impact the Sailfest has had on the City.
N. Election Campaign Signs. The City Manager discussed a request from Larry
Furlong relative changing the City's sign ordinance, and enforcement of election campaign
sign regulations. The Commission declined to amend the ordinance.
O. Removal of Water Tank at 13th Street and French Avenue. Utility Director Paul
Moore reported that State and Federal permits are required to remove an osprey nest from the
tank before taking down the tank, and that a pole of equal height (80 feet) to the next must
be put up.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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