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011397 ws/rm min.E405354 318 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Work Session 3anuar.v 13 19 ~7 The City Commission of the City of Sanford, florida met in Work Session Monday, January 13, 1997 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 Larry A. Dale Commissioner Whitey Eckstein Commissioner Velma Hayes Williams Commissioner Brady Lessard Commissioner Kerry D. Lyons City Manager William A. Simmons City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty Absent: City Attorney William L. Colbert The Chairman called the meeting to order. Proposal from Conklin, Porter & Holmes for, design, and construction plans for utility relocation work on East Lake Mary Boulevard. Utility Director Paul Moore gave an overview of current and furore relocation'projeCtS, and stated that this proposal is for design and construction plans for utility relocation work on East Lake Mary Boulevard from Sanford Avenue to the Sanford Airport entrance road, and road widening plans associated with Lake Mary Boulevard from Highway I7-92 to Sanford Avenue. The City Manager reported that these relocation projects are a result of Seminole County's building program, and explained that as a condition for utiliz/ng County road rights-of-way for needed utility pipelines, the City must pay all costs associated w/th required utility relocation work. In response to CommiSsioner Lessard's question, the City Manager stated that under the Florida Competitive Negotiation Act, the City seeks proposals, not bids, from engineering firms for jobs over $5,000.00, that in most cases the firm of Conklin, Porter and Holmes is utilized because of its vast knowledge of the City's system, that said work is billed as an Amendment to a previous Agreement, and that Staff will continue in this manner unless otherwise directed. After discussion, and at the request of the City Manager, the Commission referred this item to tonight's Regular Meeting, for City Commission consideration. .Utilities,, Standards and Specifications Manual Work Session. The COmmissiOn did not discuss this item, and continued it to the January. 27, 1997, Proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 3117, Land Development Regulations, Section 2, Schedule B,. Permitted Uses, an, ~chedule E - additional requirements for.specific, uses re: communication towers. Director of Planning and Development Jay Marder reported that there are over twenty (20) communication towers in Sanford and/or the immediate area, that towers are not permitted in single-family zones; they are permitted in multiple-family and commercial zones as a conditional use, which requires Planning and Zoning Commission approval. Further, the main difference between the City's regulations governing communication towers and other jurisdictions is that the City does not have a separation requirement between towers, and that other Cities are forcing companies to co-locate on the same tower in an effort to diminish the number of towers. Also, the commonalities of where local governments want to put towers will be discussed at the CALNO meeting this Thursday. Commissioner Lyons reported that he was in favor of promoting that all towers are co4ocatable, and that multi-family and single-family dwellings have the same distance separation standards to preserve neighborhoods. City Manager Simmons reported that the City could mandate that the requestor be required to build the tower at least ten (10) feet higher than the basic requirement to assure at least one (1) co-locate space on that tower. Commissioner Williams expressed her support relative having the 200 foot distance separation or a distance equal to three hundred percent (300%) of the height of the tower, whichever is greater, for both single-family and multi-family dwellings. ~405354 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford,'Florida 3 19 Work Session January 13 After d/scussion, the consensus of the commission was that both single-family and multi-family dwellings require a 200 foot distance separation or a distance equal to three hundred pement (300%) of the height of the tower, whichever is greater, and concurred that Jay Marder broach the subject of requiring that towers have the capacity to be co-locatable at the CALNO meeting this Thursday, and provide the Commission with feedback at the January 27, 199.7, Meeting. Request for.waiver of the 2,000 foot distance requirement between..churches and vendors of beer, wine and fiquor for consnmptioi~ on .premises for Stooges. at 2491 South Park Avenue. City Clerk Janet Dougherty reviewed City Code Section 3-5, Distance Restrictions, which requires a 2,000 foot separation between established churches and schools for Vendors of beer, wine and liquor for consumption on premises, and stated that the reqnest is for a waiver of said distance restriction. Further, thc matrix, as described in memorandum dated January 13, 1997, was provided essentially because of allegations that other locations have been authorized for this same type of sale, and that said locations are in violation of the City Code. Thc matrix shows businesses that hold a 4COP license, which arc either located next to a church in a temporary location or the location was approved prior to the City enacting. (February 22, 1982) the 2,000 foot distance restriction, in which businesses were grandfathered in and allowed to lawfully continue such operation. Also, Item I4.B., Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendations, contains a similar request; a copy of a map showing the location on Sanford Avenue as well as highlighted churches that fall within thc 2000 foot distance restriction has been provided. In response to Commissioner Williams' question relative On the Ball and Beer 30 (Gill's Liquor), thc City Manager reported that within thc last two (2) or three (3) years a waiver of the 2,000 foot distance ~requirement was granted for Beer 30, that said approval was predicated upon the pastor of the church providing a written statement that thc church had no objection to thc proximity, in addition to thc fact that the Commission chose to change the code to exclude consideration of churches in non-typical locations such as a shopping center. In response to Commissioner Williams' question as to whether the City Commission has approved any other establishments within the last six months, the City Clerk responded not to her knowledge. Director of Planning and Development Jay Marder reported that relative the request from the AMVETS Post 17, for a conditional use permit to sell and consume alcoholic beverages, Staff was not aware that the requested location was within 2,000 feet of a church, and erroneously forwarded said rexluest, which requires City Commission approval, to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioners Williams and Lcssard inquired whether a private not-for-profit organization can be regulated differently from a public for-profit business. Commissioner Lyons reported that he is opposed to waiving thc 2,000 foot distance requirement under any circumstances; that if the Commission wishes to change said distance requirement, the ordinance should be amended accordingly. Commissioner Eckstcin stated that Stooges should be granted a variance. Board appointments/re-appointments. The Commission discussed thc appointment of Mayor Dale to thc Firefightcrs' and Police Officers' Retirement System Board of Trustees. Director of Finance Carolyn Small reported that thc Mayor may serve on these boards, but Florida Statutes does not requiresamc and the City Code needs to be amended accordingly, and that currently thc Police and Fire Chiefs are appointed to their respective Boards. 97 32O E4053~4 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida Work SeSsion 3anuar / 13 The Commission also discussed two vacancies on the Scenic Improvement Board, and concurred to continue with discussion of board appointments/re-appointments at the Work Sessions as in the past. · Regular A_~en~da][tems .a!ldllthexJlen!s~ A. Board appo~ents/re-appoingments- Commissioner Williams stated that she would like the Commission to consider discussing a procedure that would allow for a greater cross section of people to be appointed to various City boards and committees. B. Two proposals from Commissioner Lessard. Commissioner Lessard reported on two items he is working on relative bicycle police, and solicitation of private funds from private citizens to purchase lots for low maintenance parks, or clean up and make available for housing. City,Manager's Report. A. Industrial Revenue Bonds. The City Manager reported that the Sanford Airport Authority has notified the City that they expect to sell the remaining Industrial Revenue Bonds in approximate mount of $2,500,000.00 in late January or early February, 1997, to complete financing on additional work done by the CFT Group. B. Welcome to .Sanford Sign at the Airport. The City Manager recommended that the Commission approve the installation of a fourth Welcome to Sanford Sign, at the Airport near the rental car parking lot on Red Cleveland Boulevard, and to run electrical wire to said sign. Further, the Airport location was selected .because the FDOT refused to allow these types of signs at the Auto Train location, as suggested by Commissioner Lessard. C. Route to AUtO Train .Terminal. Commissioner Williams reported that Persimmon Avenue from First Street to the Auto Train is very unattractive, and asked if it would be appropriate to contact the nearby property owners and request that they cut and trim the bushes, After discussion, the Commission concurred with the need to beautify the roadway along Persimmon Avenue, that the property owners should be encouraged to cut and trim the bushes on their property, and that the City Manager contact Auto Train about installing an additional turn lane for Auto Train traffic. D. Work Sessions. After discussion, the Commission concurred that the January 27, 1997, Work Session will begin at 4:00 o'clock P.M. for Staff briefings, and to hold a Special Work Session on Monday, February 3, 1997, at 4:00 o'clock P.M. for Commission goal setting. Commissioner Williams suggested that Department Heads obtain input from employees within their departments to assist them in setting goals and priorities for City Commission Consideration/review. Commissioner Eckstein recommended that each Department Head brainstorm within their respective departments and bring forward ideas to the City Commission. E. Phase 2 Mill Creek ground breaking ceremony. The City Manager reported that the ground breaking ceremony is seheduled for Monday, January 20, 1997 at 9:00 o'clock A.M. at the Westside Recreation Center/Boys and Girls Club on Persimmon Avenue. F. City Commission name plates. The City Manager reported that temporary name plates have been placed on the dais downstairs, and that he is hopeful the permanent plates will arrive in time for the January 27,1997, Meeting. G. Secretary m/Administrative Aide to the City_ Commission. 97 E405354 MINUTES citY Commission, Sanford,' Florida Work Session 3anuary The City Manager reported that the cost of hiring a Secretary III, including salary, and benefits, and office equipment for the remainder of fiscal year 96/97 would be approximately $20,000.00, which would require funding from General Fund Reserves, and that the cost of decorating the Mayor/Commissioners' office (wallpaper and furnishing) has not been priced. Mayor Dale stated that a full time executive secretary is required to Serve the needs of the Mayor and Commission, that this person would act as an ombudsman to the Commission; would report directly to the City Manager, and could be used for other functions/duties as necessary, and Commissioner Williams concurred that such a position is needed. Commissioner Eckstein reported that he could support decorating the office and purchasing new furniture, however, he would prefer to revisit the subject of an additional Secretary III position at budget time, but that he would give consideration to hiring a part time secretary, with no benefits, on a trial basis through July 31, 1997. Commissioner Lyons stated that if an additional person is needed; said person should be pulled from another area (department) within City Hall, that he is opposed to creating an additional position when other departmentS are also in need of additional help. The City Manager reported that management of time to the point of getting work out is critical in terms of programming absences, that if the Commission were to authorize a new position, this person would supply additional flexibility, and that recruiting a temporary (8 months) person would be difficult. (The Chairman recessed the meeting for approximately ten minutes, then reconvened the meeting.) Director of Utilities Paul Moore gave an overview of the Utility Department's responsibilities and activities. He stated that the Utihty Department is a full service department, and that the City has two (2) water plants, which service over 40,000 customers. Also, thero is one (1) wastewater plant (water reclamation facility), which is located on the lakefront, and that typically 5 ½ million gallons are pumped ntility ~ansion Mr. Moore distributed and rev/ewed an administrative organizational chart, and discussed present and future Ther~ ~i~0 further business, the meeting was adjourned. Attest: ,~I~A Y 0 R 321 13 1997 322 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida RegUlar Meeting 3anuary 13 The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Regular Meeting Monday, January 13, 1997, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Commission Room, City Hall, 300 North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida. Present: Mayor-Commissioner Larry Dale Commissioner Whitey Eckstein Commissioner Velma Williams Commissioner Brady Lessard 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 rezoning a portion of property_ lying north of Lake Mary Boulevard,. at the northwest.comer o.f the intersection of Art. Lane. and Meadow Street (200 Art Lane~ from AG, Agricultural, to RC-1, Restricted Commercial, as advertised in the Sanfor. d Herald January 2,1997. The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the proposed rezoning. Dale Richardson appeared and reported that he is the sole owner of the property, and was available to answer questions. Recommendation submitted from the Planning and Zoning Commission to deny the requested rezoning. The Director of Planning and Development recommended denial, based on the already-established single-family residential character of the immediate area surrounding the site and the established boundary between residential and non-residential land use designation and zoning in the immediate area. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to deny the rezoning. Seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carded by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Smith Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Thomas Aye Commissioner Howell Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye PubUc Hearing to consider amending Ordinance No. 3117, Land. Development Regulations, Section 2, Schedule B,. permi.tted Uses, and Schedlll.e.E - additional requirements, for specific uses, re: communication towers,, and first.reading of Ordinance No, 3326, as. a. dvertised in the Sanford Herald January .5, 1997, and as discussed at. tonight's Work Session. The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the proposed amendment. No one appeared. Recommendation submitted from the Planning and Zoning Commission to approve the proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 3117. The Director of Planning and Development recommended approval. Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye The City Manager reported that the Commission can conduct the public heating and continue consideration of the first reading of Ordinance No, 3326, or approve same on first reading recognizing that any significant changes will require re-advertisement and another first reading. 19.97 E40~54 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford,' Florida [~e~t118r M~etJ. nq 3anuar¥ 323 13 1997 Commissioner Lyons moved to continue the public hearing, with Staff to provide revisions whereby multi-family has the same separation standards as single-family dwellings, and that towers have the capacity to be co-locatable. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Public Hca .ring to consider second reading and adoption of Ordinance. No. 3324, as advertised in the Sanford Herald January 1997. Ordinance No. 3324, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO. 3173 WHICH ADOPTED THE CITY'S PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS, AND AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND ADOPTING NEW PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. introduced and placed on first reading at meeting of December 23, 1997, 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. 3324. No one appeared. Commissioner Lyons moved on the second reading and adoption of said Ordinance No. 3324. Seconded by Commissioner Lessard and carded 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 larry Blair for waiver of 2,000 foot. distance requirement.between churches and vendors of beer, wine and liquor for consumption on premises for Stooges at 2491 South Park Avenue. Dave Rose, 606 Palmetto Avenue, Apartment ~4, appeared and reported that he represents George Curry and Larry Blair, that both parties have a vested interest in the City Commission's decision, that Mr. Curry is the owner of the property, and Mr. Blair is the owner of the 4COP license issued by the State of Florida. Further, they are asking the City Commission to look at the facts that have been submitted to them: 1) the business is located within 1,500 feet of a church on Sanford Avenue, you have to cross one street, two alleys and walk down one block before you get to the church, and you cannot see the church from Stooges, 2) the bar does not open until 3:00 o'clock P.M. on Sunday, and 3) ifa person is intoxicated they cut them off, and on occasion Mr. Curry has driven individuals home, 4) considerable expense has gone into this building, 5) this operation would bring money into the City. Mr. Rose stated that denial of this request would cause considerable financial loss to both gentlemen. In response to questions by Commissioners Williams, Lessard, and Mayor Dale, Mr. Rose stated that the request was submitted through the Land Development Coordinator Russ Gibson instead of going directly to the Planning and Zoning Commission, that they did choose the location knowing that the 2,000 foot distance requirement existed, and that they did not feel there would be a problem given the track record of other bars in the area, and that the sale of liquor will cause the bar to be a successful business. Further, the ordinance permits the sale of alcoholic beverages for locations within 2,000 feet of a temporary church, and asked what is considered temporary. 324 E405354 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida . [~egular MEEt~[[I~ 3anuary 13 ..... 19, 97 Mary Hawbert, 2209 Magnolia Avenue, appeared and reported that there is enough alcohol on that one comer to supply many people, that she would hate to see lowering of the City's standards, that there can be no benefit only harm, and the area is already C°ngested. Michael Skatt appeared and asked who is going to operate and run the estabhshment. Mr. Rose reported that Mr. Curry owns the property, that the establishment is run under the scrutiny of Mr. Blair, and that he will take total control of the business if and when he receives liquor approval. Commissioner Lyons moved to deny the request for a waiver of the 2,000 foot distance requirement, based on current City Code. Seconded by Commissioner Lessard. In response to Commissioner Lessard's question as to whether the City is on strong legal footing, the City Attorney explained that the City has the right to regulate the hours of sale of alcohol, location of the business, and health and safety regulations concerning alcoholic beverages, and that Sanford has chosen to establish distance requirements; not all Cities have the same distance requirements, which are further defined as temporary versus permanent. Mayor Dale closed the public hearing, and called for the vote on the foregoing motion. Said motion was carded by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Nay Commissioner Williams Nay Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Presentation of Employee .of the Year AwarO~ Mayor Dale announced that Roger Menefee, who works in the Solid Waste Division, has been selected as Employee of the Year for 1996, that Mr. Menefee will receive use of a parking space for one year and a day off with pay, and presented him with a plaque, certificate, and a $100.00 savings bond. Rel!_uest for sale and consumpOon, of 8!coholic beverages (beer). and waiver of $100.00 clean-up bond in conjunction wiih Special Event Application. for Country Music.Fair on January 17 and. 18,1997 from l:0O.. P.I~L to 11:00 P.M, Stan Sm/th, 3220 Hyder Avenue, Deltona, Florida 32735, appeared and reported the date has been changed from that on the application to January 24 and 25, 1997. The City Manager reported the clean up bond is not necessary because the event is on private property. Police Chief Dillard recommended that three officers per day be present to monitor the activities; the cost for same is $18.00 per hour per officer with a three hour minimum. Mr. Smith questioned the need to have three officers at all times, that two officers were used for the carnival, which seems adequate for this event, and suggested that the Commission approve the Special Event Application, with the Police Chief to determine the number of police officers needed. City Attorney William Colbert reported that in addition to police officers controlling traffic, the City's policy is that when alcoholic beverages are being sold officers are required. Commissioner Eckstcin moved to approve the sale and consumption of beer in conjunction with the Country Music Fair Special Event Application, with Police Chief Dillard to determine the number of police officers needed on a day-by-day basis. Seconded by Commissioner Williams and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: E405354 MINUTES 3 2 5 City Commission, Sanford, Florida Reoular eettno 3anuary 13 19 ~7 Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Information from the Planning and Zoning Commi~ion Meeting of~mb0r 19, 1996, and Recommendations from the MeetinL of January 2, 1997. A. Meeting of December 19, 1996. No action required or taken. B. Meeting of January 2, 1997. Item # 1: Refers to Item # 10: Unanimously approved revisions to Land Development Regulations, specifically the regulation of Communication Towers in Schedule B, Permitted Uses, and Schedule E, Additional Requirements for Specific Uses, with modifications as described in memorandum dated January 3, 1997, from Director of Planning and Development. No farther action reqnired or taken. Item #2A: Recommends denial of Small Scale Amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan amending the Future Land Use Map from LDR, Low Density Residential to NC, Neighborhood Commercial for property located at 200 Art Lane, based on Staff recommendations as described in memorandum dated January 3, 1997, from Director of Planning and Development; Dale F. Richardson, owner. City Commission's public heating will be advertised; no action required or taken at this time. Item #2B: Refers to Item #9: Unanimously denied request to rezone property located at 200 Art Lane, from AG, Agricultural to RC-1, Restricted Commercial; Dale F. Richardson, owner. No further action required or taken. Item #3: Unanimously approved request for Conditional Use for Napoli's Pizza & Italian Restatmant located at 1120 State Street (West End Galleria) in a GC-2, General COmmercial Zoning District, for the sale and consumption of beer and wine on premises (BW-COP). Commissioner Lyons moved to approve the Conditional Use for Napoli's Pizza & Italian Restaurant located at 1120 State Street (West End Gatleria) in a GC-2, General Commercial Zoning District, for the sale and consumption of beer and wine on premises (BW-COP). Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Item #4: Unanimously approved request for Conditional Use for AMVETS Post #17 at 410 Sanford Avenue in a GC-2, General Commercial Zoning District for sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages on premises (AB-COP), conditioned upon approval being reviewed in two years, and that said approval be limited to AMVETS Post #17. Clerk's Note: this location is within 2,000 feet of more than one established church, and, therefore, does not meet the code requirements for the requested use; recommend denial. The City Manager reported that his recommendation to deny the conditional use is contrary to the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation to approve, because the Planning and Zoning Commission was not advised by Staff that the desired location is within 2,000 feet of a church, and that the Commission was provided a map showing the number of churches that fall within 2,000 foot distance requirement, and that in order to remain consistent with the 2,000 foot distance requirement he recommends denial of said requested conditional use. Commissioner Eckstein moved to approve the conditional use to sell and consume alcoholic beverages at the requested location, based on the fact that this is a private not-for-profit organization and that it would be difficult to get another site,. Seconded by Commissioner Williams. The City Attorney explained that the distance regulation does not distinguish between the different types of licenses. 3'2 6 E405354 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida ReBular Meetinoj 3anuary Freddie Mobley, t 816 Summerlin Avenue, appeared and reported that he is the commander for AMVETS Post # 17, that they previously applied to the City Commission to use the police benevolent building; but were denied use of same, that they are trying to establish a meeting place, that they are a not-for-profit organization, but generate money to cover expenses and charitable efforts. In response to Commissioner Lessard's question, the City Attorney reported that his office could research and provide information whether a private not-for-profit organization can be regulated differently from a public for-profit business, and report back to the Commission. second. Commissioner F~kstein withdrew his motion to approve the conditional use and Commissioner Williams withdrew her On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to table consideration of the request for a conditional use, pending information from the City Attorney relative whether a private not-for-profit organization can be regulated differently from a public for-profit business. Seconded by Commissioner Williams and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Board nnmntmentslre~annmntments go Scenic Improvement Board: The City Clerk reported that there are two (2) vacancies, and that an Application for Appointment to a Board is on file from Catherine E, Bossert Commissioner Lyons moved to appoint Catherine E. Bossert and Betty Alters to the Scenic Improvement Board. Seconded by CommissiOner Williams and carded by the vote of the Commissi°n as follows: Mayor Dale Aye ' Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Police Officers' Retirement System Board of Trustees and Firefightefs Retirement System Board of Trustees: The City Clerk reported that Mayor Dale needs to be appointed as Bettye Smith's replacement. Commissioner Eckstein moved to appoint Mayor Dale to the Police Officers' Retirement System Board of Trustees to replace Bettye Smith, and to the Firefighters' Retirement System Board of Trustees to replace Bettye Smith. Seconded by Commissioner Williams and carded by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Consent Agenda, A. Consideration of Tabulations of Bids. (1) Bid #96/97-13, Precast Concrete Manholes (Utility Department). City Manager recommended acceptance of lowest bid, which met specifications; from TaylOr Precast at specified unit prices as described in memorandum dated December 30, 1996, from Utility Director. (2) Bid #96/97-19, Trees for City Right-Of-Ways. (Recreation and Parks Department). City Manager recommended acceptance of bids, which met specifications, as described in memorandum dated December 15, 1996. (3) Bid #96/97-29, Hydraulic Saw (Utility Department). City Manager recommended acceptance of low bid, which met specifications, from AAA Equipment & Service in amount of $6,063.00. (4) Bid #96/97-30, Construction Signs & Ban'/ers (Utility Department). City Manager recommended acceptance of lowest bid per section, which met specifications, as described in memOrandum dated December I7, 1996, from Utility Director. 13 19 97 E4053:~ follows: the Commission: A. (5) 327 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford,' Florida Regular et.tng .January 13 19.97 Bid #96/97-31, Radio Mairrtenance (Utility Department). City Manager recommended acceptance of only bid, which met specifications, from J D S Systems at trait prices as described in memorandum dated December 30, 1996, from Utility Director. Approval of Minutes of December 18, 1996, Minutes of December 23, 1996, Work Session and Minutes of December 23, 1996, Regular Meeting. On motion of Commissioner Eckstein, Seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carried by the vote of the Commission as Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye (1) Accepted the lowest bid, which met specifications, from Taylor Precast at specified unit prices as described in memorandum dated December 30, 1996, from Utility Director. (2) Accepted bids, which met specifications, as described in memorandum dated December 15, 1996. (3) Accepted the low bid, which met specifications, from AAA Equipment & Service in mount of $6,063.00. (4) Accepted the lowest bid per section, wh/ch met specifications, as described in memorandum dated December 17, 1996, from Utility Director. (5) Accepted the only bid, which met specifications, from J D S Systems at unit prices as described in memorandum dated December 30, 1996, from Utility Director. Approved Minutes of December 18, 1996, Special Meeting, Minutes of December 23, 1996, Work Session and Minutes of December 23, 1996, Regular Meeting. · Information regarding invoices paid during the period acknowledged seven (7) invoices totalling $49,316.09 for previously .approved lump sum...contracts. The Commission Bicycle Police - Low maintenance Parks- Citizenship Award, as discussed at tonight's Work. Session, Commissioner Lessard reported on three items he is working on relative bicycle police, solicitation of private funds from private citizens to purchase lots for low maintenance recreation facility, parks, or clean up and make available for housing, and gift certificates for dinners for presentation good citizenship awards. Public Participation. At the suggestion of Mayor Dale, the Commission concurred to allow ten (10) minutes at the beginning of each City Commission Regular Meeting for public comments/input. Redecoration of Mayor's/Commissioners' Office and additiona, I Secretary Ill position, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. Mayor Dale reported that the cost of hiring a Secretary III, including salary, fringe benefits and office equipment for the remainder of FY 96/97 would be approximately $20,000.00, Further, he will work with the City Manager to determine the cost of decorating the Mayor/Commissioners' office, including wallpaper and furnishings. In response to Commissioner Lessard, Mayor Dale stated that by hiring a full time secretary the City will be in a much better position to bring in economic developm,ent, and that the Secretary would handle the Commission's correspondence, appointments, and act as an ombudsman for the Commission. Commissioners' Lyons and Eckstein were in favor of hiring a part time secretary, with no benefits, on a trial basis. Mayor Dale handed the gavel to Conumssioner Eckstein, to Chair the meeting. Mayor Dale moved to authorize one (1) additional Secretary III position, with funding from General Fund Reserves for the remainder of FY 96/97, and concurred with the concept of redecorating an office in the administrative offices area within City Hall for City Commission use. Seconded by Commissioner Williams and carded by the vote of the Commission as follows: 328 FA053~4 as follows: MINUTES City Commission, Sanford, Florida RegUlar Meetin 3anuary Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Nay Commissioner Eckstein returned the gavel to Mayor Dale, to Chair the meeting. On motion of Commissioner Williams, seconded by Commissioner Lessard and carried by the vote of the Commission Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Nay Ordinance No. 3327, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3312, AND ITS AMENDMENTS, AND ADOPTING AN AMENDED CLASSIFICATION AND PAY PLAN UPON PASSAGE AND ADOPTION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE. was introduced and placed on first reading. Proposal from Conklin, Porter and ltolmes,,for des~n and eonstrueti0n plans for utility relocation work ,on East Lake Mary B0u.levard, as discussed at tonight'.S ,Work Session. On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to authorize execution of Amendment No. 25 to Agreement with Conklin, Porter and Holmes in amount of $58,130.49, for design and construction plans for utility location work on East Lake Mary Boulevard from Sanford Avenue to the Sanford Airport entrance road, and mad widening plans associated with Lake Mary Boulevard from Highway 17-92 to Sanford Avenue. Seconded by Comm/ssioner Lyons and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Date Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Welcome to SanfordSign at the Airport, as discussed at tonight's Work Session. The Commission concurred that Staff proceext with installation of a fourth Welcome to Sanford Sign at the Airport near the rental car parking lot on Red Cleveland Boulevard, and to run electrical wire to said sign.' Mffi Creek Phase 2 ground, breaking ceremony, as discussed at tonight's Work Session, The City Manager reported that the ground breaking ceremony is scheduled for Monday, January 20, 1997 at 9:00 o'clock A.IV[ along the Mill Creek stream just behind the Westside Recreation Center/Boys and Girls Club on Persimmon Avenue. Audience Participation. Stan Smith appeared regarding Agenda Item #13, and reported that his request was for the sale and consumption of beer, wine and liquor, not beer only as approved. The City Manager reported that if the request includes liquor, the 2,000 foot distance requirement comesinto play, and recommended that the item be tabled until Staff has had an oppommity to research the issue and provide commentrdrecomanendations. Barry Cunningham appeared and reported that he submitted the Special Event Application to Kim Sosnowski which contained a request for beer, wine and liquor, and that a temporary three (3) day permit for a 4COP license would allow the sale of alcoholic beverage indoors only. 13 19 97 E405354 MINUTES City Commission, Sanford,' Florida Reoula etino January Commissioner Lyons moved to approve the sale and consumption of beer and wine in conjunction with the Special Event Application for the Country Music Fair. Seconded by Commissioner Lessard and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows: Mayor Dale Aye Commissioner Eckstein Aye Commissioner Williams Aye Commissioner Lessard Aye Commissioner Lyons Aye Wayne Wilson, Great Southern Shows, appeared and requested authorization to use City property on French Avenue across the street from Sanford Middle School for a carnival, and that he would like to see a yearly winter youth fair in Sanford. The City Manager reported that this item is scheduled for City Commission consideration on January 27, 1997, and discussed concerns relative having a camival adjacent to single-family dwellings, including noise and parking. Commissioner Lyons stated that the West End Theatre parking lot might be a more suitable location, and suggested that Mr. Wilson speak with Stan Smith. After discussion, the Commission concurred to consider this request at the January 27, 1997 Meeting as scheduled. Michael Skat appeared and reported that he is a member of Planning and Zoning Commission and that Staff never informed the board of the 2,000 distance restriction issue relative Stooges and AMVET Post #I7 for a conditional use to sell and consume alcoholic beverages. In response to Michael Skat's inquiry about members of the Commission discussing issues with the Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission, the City Attorney explained the S~_mshine Law. Dean Ray appeared an inquired about the status of the Citizens Advisory Board. The City Manager reported that this item will be on the January 27, 1997 Meeting Agenda. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Attest: f/~it~ Clerk 329 13 1997