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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Work Session on Monday, July 9, 2001, at 3:30
P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, Sanford City Hall, 300 North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Brady Lessard
--. Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Velum Williams
Commissioner Randy Jones
Commissioner Art Woodraft
City Manager Anthony VanDerworp
City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty
Absent: City Attorney William L. Colbert
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Post Office Blue Ribbon Committee.
Commissioner Eckstein said that the United States Postal System has cut hack on capital funding but has
approved building one post office in the United States in Sanford, Florida~ He met with Doug Stenstrom and Millard Hunt
last week and it was discussed that Congressman Mica wants a committee formed to make recommendations as to the
location of the post office. Commissioner Eckstein recommended that a Blue Ribbon Committee be appointed to make
recommendation for the location of the post office and recommended appointment of Millard Hunt, Doug Stenstrom, and
John Mercer. Mayor Lessard said this item will be addressed at tonight's Meeting and requested that each Commissioner
recommend appointments to the Blue Ribbon Committee.
Announcement.
Mayor Lessard reported he attended the funeral service for Jtmnny Mercer. John and Juanny Mercer have
... been very good friends to the City. Mrs. Mercer served on the Scenic Improvement Board and did many great things for the
City. Mr. Mercer is a former City Commissioner. He offered his condolences to Mr. Memer and told him the City would be
there for ~
Employee of the Month Award for July 2001.
Mayor Lessard presented Cynthia Porter with the Employee of the Month Award for July 2001.
City of Sanford Visions, Plans and Initiatives.
City Manager VanDerworp said the Plan provided with today's Agenda is a working drat~ with comment
sheets located at the back of the document. Jay Marder, Director of Engineering & Planning, presented an overview of the
Plan which is compiled of the Strategic Plan - Vision Statement and Goals, Comprehensive Plan, Area Plans, Initiatives, and
2001 Annual Citizens' Report.
Commissioner Eckstein said he has been told that people downtown are worried about uprooting First Street
to correct the drainage problem and asked how much disruption will there be to the downtown businesses. City Manager
VanDerworp said he has had discussions with the Downtown Business Association and property owners regarding this issue
and that May is the least disruptive time for upgrades, however, there will be maintenance of traffic. At present, the
drainage and street lights are funded, but the consultants will be asked to provide a design that includes upgrades. Plans will
be provided to business owners on First Street for their comments.
Mr. Marder said that during the Strategic Planning Session the Commission expressed concern regarding
,,-- public schools in Sanford. City Staff works with the School Board to help them plan their sites and meets regularly to
discuss the impact that growth will have on the school system. City Manager Vard)erworp said that Dianne Kramer,
Deputy Superintendent of Operations, will address the Planning & Zoning Commission on September 9 regarding their
process of reviewing the surge of students coming from apartments as opposed to single family neighborhoods. The School
Board has a very good matriculation tracking system. Commissioner Eckstein said that schools are experiencing a
tremendous amount of growth and portables are having to accommodate the growth; students are being impacted. The ,.,
Commission controls growth and impact and the School Board has to react to what the Commission does. The Commission
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has some responsibility regarding students and working with the School Board. Commissioner Eckstein said if good schools
are going to be maintained, classroom size is important. City Manager VanDerworp said he will request that Ms. Kramer
address the City Commission at a future Work Session.
Mr. Marder said the Riverwalk is progressing. Soil boring is being done. Construction of the Riverwalk
should begin in July 2002. A presentation regarding the seawall will be given to St. Johns in the next few weeks.
Mr. Marder reported that MetroPlan is funding $2 million for Phase II of the Riverwalk and it will be moved
up on the prioritized list from number 11 to number 6. Funding in the amount of $2 million from Seminole County
Greenways will come in 2005-2006-2007. Funding will also come from 1 cent sales tax dollars, flapproved.
City Manager VanDerworp encouraged the Commission to provide comments regarding the Plan. The Plan
will also be presented to various boards and committees for their comments.
Infill Development Opportnnities in Downtown Sanford.
Mr. Marder reported that the Infill Development Opportunities in Downtown Sanford package was compiled
due to the increase in inquiries from developers and investment interests in the downtown area. The information contained
in the Find Success in Sanford provided the hasis for the package. The package is being provided to interested parties.
Riverwalk rehted items.
Mayor Lessard said the Riverwalk Open House was a great success and two presentations were given, The
communication regarding the Riverwalk is generating excitement. Mr. Marder said that disposable cameras provided by
Glatting Jackson will be distributed at the next Waterfi'ont Master Plan Steering Committee meeting so pictures can be taken
for the purpose of a preference survey. There will be a three-day workshop in August.
Regular Agenda items, Add-on items, and other items.
Consent Agenda Item #3. City Manager VanDerworp requested removal tiom the Consent Agenda of Item
#3, Approve use of City property next to picnic shelter in Fort Mellon Park from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on September 3,
2001, in conjunction with 102 JAMZ Listeners' Barbeque Special Event. The applicant wants to substantially add to what
they are proposing to do, and time is required for Staff review.
Consent Agenda Item #4. City Manager VanDerworp said that Consent Agenda Item ~4, Approve
temporary street closures and use of Fort Mellon Park from 6:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on November 11, 2001, in conjunction
with Salute to Veterans Century Bike Ride Special Event, should be changed to request November 10, 2001.
Add-on item. City Manager VanDerworp said there is a potential Add-on item that has some urgency.
Charles Rowe, Director of Building and Community Development, distributed an Agenda Cover Memo regarding a request
to approve underwriting expenses associated with a benefit package for a Front Porch Liaison. The Goldsboro community
received designation as a Florida Front Porch community which allows the community to create an action plan and brings to
bear public and private resources to address the concerns as documented by the community. The Front Porch designation
will continue to be recognized by the State, at least until the next election for Govemor. To insure project success, the State
requires that a Halson be employed. A current employee within the Community Development Department is interested in
becoming the Front Porch Liaisor~ If this employee is selected, the Community Development Department will experience a
human resource shortfall. The current employee wants to retain the option of returning to the City when the Front Porch
program no longer requires a liaison, The State position is a contract position that does not have associated benefits,
including FRS. It is estimated that a benefit package for the first six months is valued at approximately $7,500.00.
Estimates are being gathered for workers compensation and health insurance benefits. He proposed underwriting a benefit
package at an expense not to exceed $10,000.00 per year, funded from the City's General Fund Reserves, and placing the
CDD employee interested in this position on approved leave of absence while working with the State Office of Urban
Opporttmity. The shortfall within the Community Development Department that will result can be addressed by approving
the CDD Specialist position requested in the 2001/02 budget, or assign duty shortfalls to an existing staff member and
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employ a contract secretary. City Manager VanDerworp said to move a person up internally to cover the load is easier
because it is easier to get contractual secretaries than other level staff.. The person moved up will be compensated while in
the position. This is to accommodate and facilitate an existing employee taking on a role which has to do with
"' improvements in the City.
Commissioner Jones asked if the liaison position continues beyond six months, how long will the CDD
position be left open. Commissioner Willjams said the Front Porch program has allocated $30,000 for the year for the
liaison position, however, six month contracts are being provided. After six months, the liaison will be reviewed for
.-- accountability and other factors to determine if the contract should be continued. The State may terminate the position at
will. City Manager VartDerworp said if the contract is extended beyond six months, the Commlgsion can revisit this item.
The Commission discussed the possibility of providing insurance through Cobra. Finance Director Donna
Watt said the liaison wouldn't be required to have workers compensation insurance because she would be a single
contractor working on her oval The City provides workers compensation on City employees and can't provide workers
compensation insurance for the liaison position.
Mr. Rowe said the benefit of having a City employee serve as liaison is that the employee has knowledge of
the City and can navigate various bureaucracies to better implement the Front Porch progran~ The City employee who
applied for the liaison position was selected and has to make a decision to accept the position tomorrow.
Commissioner Willjams said that Allison Hewitt, Director of the Front Porch program, said that other
municipalities are underwriting liaison positions even though they are not employees of the municipalities, and they are
requesting that monthly reports be provided and presentations given. If the Commission makes a commitment to underwrite
the position, a contract can require that specific information be provided to the Commission by the liaison.
City Manager VanDerworp said the Commission will consider this item as an Add-on at tonight' s Meeting.
Commission Liaison role - District 1. Commissioner Woodruff reported he serves as liaison to CALNO
which has representatives from the cities of Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, Lake Mary, Longwood, Sanford, and Winter
Springs, as well as Seminole County, the Seminole County School Board, and Seminole Community College. The Board
meets every month except during the summer. The meeting location rotates between the entities involved and the host city
provides a presentation. Each member provides an update regarding what is happening in their respective cities. He
provides follow up on the meetings with written comments to the Commission. He also serves on the Sanford Museum
Advisory Board which at present is working on museum expansion ideas, an item that will be discussed during the budget
process.
1219 Park Avenue. City Manager VanDerworp said this item will be discussed at tonight's Meeting.
Mavor's briefing.
Florida League of Cities voting delegate appointment. Mayor Lessard asked Commissioner Woodruff
,"- to attend the Florida League of Cities meeting to be held at Lake Buena Vista August 23-25. Commissioner Woodraft
agreed to attend the meeting.
LYNX Regional Working Group appointment. Mayor Lessard asked Commissioner Woodruff to
consider the appointment to the LYNX Regional Working Group. The Commission Liaison will provide information
regarding the Group.
Sanford Housing Authority Executive Director. Conmissioner Williams said the Sanford Housing
Authority didn't select an Executive Director because they want to interview the applicants in person rather than over the
phone. Interviews are scheduled for Wednesday night. Mayor Lessard said that HUD wanted the SHA Board to interview
applicants for the Executive Director position via conference call. Joe Davis, SHA Board Chairman, contacted the City
Manager last Friday regarding HUD's request that interviews be done via conference call; the request was conveyed to
Mayor Lessard. The Airport was contacted regarding acquiring complimentary plane tickets or the cost involved for air
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fare, however, he hasn't received that information. Commissioner Eckstein said that HUD is a Federal agency and it is not
the responsibility of the City to pay for someone to fly in for an interview. Mayor Lessard said he told Mr. Davis that the
Commission would have to approve the expense. While he agrees with Commissioner Eckstein, the Commission shotrid
facilitate the Board hiring the right person. It was a difficult task to put a Board together and assurance was given that the
Commission would do everything it could to help them.
Sanford Housing Authority Board appointment.
Mayor Lessard distributed an application and resume for the SHA Board from Meredith Harper, an associate
with the law firm of Shutts & Bowen LLP. He recommended her appointment. Commissioner Willjams said the
Commission should consider appointing someone who lives in Sanford/Seminole County to serve on the Board, and that
person should be sought as the other members were sought. She has heard several comments about people being appointed
to the Board that not only do not reside in Sanford, but do not reside in Seminole County; it sends a bad message to the
community. Unless it is an emergency to fill the position, consideration should be given to appointing someone of the legal
profession from Sanford/Seminole County. City Manager VanDerworp said that during the appointment process, contact
was made with Judge Perry and several accounting firms for names of possible Board members. Mayor Lessard said there is
no hurry to make the appointment until an Executive Director is hired. There may be a willingness of someone from the
community to serve and an attempt will be made to involve the local community members in that capacity.
Orlando Sanford Aimoft I!rant reOuest.
Mayor Lessard reported that against his advice as Commission Liaison to the Airport, the Airport Authority
recently repaid a loan to the City. He told the Airport Authority they would be requesting money within six months.
Mayor Lessard reported he received a letter from Larry Dale, President and CEO of Orlando Sanford
International Airport, which enclosed a copy of a Florida Department of Transportation grant agreement providing the
Airport Authority up to $1,164,225 of State grant funds if the Airport can contribute $388,075 in 25% matching funds. The
total mount of $1,552,300 would allow the Airport to acquire land necessary to complete the rimway protection zone for
the main ranway Instant Landing System (ILS), and to acquire 38 acres needed to extend the rimway to 12,000 feet.
Mr. Dale requested the City Commission authorize a matching grant in the amount of $388,075 to allow the Airport to
settle the ILS situation and acquire the land necessary for the expansion of the Airport. Mayor Lessard distributed a copy of
the letter to the Commission~
The Commission discussed the request and whether it should he a grant or a loan. Mayor Lessard said he
would contact Mr. Dale niger today's Work Session to clarify the request and will report to the Commission at tonight's
Meeting.
July 4th fireworks.
Mayor Lessard said several phone calls and e-mails have been received complimenting the City on the
fireworks. He thanked everyone involved for doing such a great job.
Introduction.
Mayor Lessard introduced Jeffrey Bauer, the new Commission Lialsorn
City Manaaer's briefinl!.
City Manager VanDerworp said he would report on his briefing items at tonight' s Meeting.
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There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Mayor
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City Commission, Sanford, Hofida REGULARMEETING JULY 9 9 01
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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida met in Regular Meeting on Monday, July 9, 2001, at
7:00 P.M. in the City Commission Chambers, City Hall, 300 North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Brady Lessard
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Velma H. Williams
Commissioner Randy Jones
Commissioner Art Woodntff
City Attorney William L. Colbert
City Manager Anthony VanDerworp
City Clerk Janet R. Dougherty
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Announcement.
Larry Dale, President, Orlando Sanford International Airport, announced that OSIA has been selected by
Vacation Express and flightserv.com as its Orlando hub, linking Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Louisville, Nashville, and
Washington, D.C. and five Caribbean destinations: Aruha, Cantun, Liberia (Costa Pica), Jamaica, and Punta Cana
(Dominican Republic). Flights will begin mid-December 2001 and will be available round trip from Sanford to any of those
destinations. Approximately 350,000 passengers a year will be added to OSI, an increase ofabeut 250% on domestic travel,
and about 32% on domestic and international flights.
Sanford AirDoff Authority matching grant/loan.
Mayor Lessard reported that at today' s Work Session the Commission discussed a request from Larry Dale,
Orlando Sanford International Airport President, for a 25% matching grant for a Florida Department of Transportation grant
agreement providing the Airport Authority up to $1,164,225 of State grant funds if the Airport can contribute $388,075 in
matching funds.
Mr. Dale said the total FDOT grant and a matching grant totals $1,552,300. The grants will allow the Airport
to settle the ILS situation and acquire 38 acres offand necessary to extend the runway to 12,000 feet.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to approve a loan to the Airport Authority in the amount of $388,075 at the
rate of interest of the prior million dollar loan based on month ending SBA rates; a new loan agreement is required.
Seconded by Commissioner Jones. After brief discussion, the motion was carded by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
Sanford Airoort Authority budget work sessions.
Mr. Dale briefed the Commission on the Airport Authority's upcoming budget work sessions scheduled for
the week of July 16. A joint work session between the City Commission and the Airport Authority will be scheduled to
discuss, amend, and approve the budget. Adoption of the budget is scheduled for the Authority's first meeting of August.
ApOroval of minutes.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to approve the minutes of the April 23, 2001 Work Session, June 11, 2001,
Work Session and Regular Meetings, and June 25, 2001, Work Session and Regular Meetings. Seconded by Commissioner
Williams and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
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Public hearing and second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3654 to fezone .69+/- acres of property lying
between West 24th Street and West 24th Place and between French Avenue and Laurel Avenue from RC-1,
Restricted Commercial, to GC-2, General Commercial~ Randal Siegel, applicant. Recommended by the City Manager.
Ad published June 27, 2001.
Ordinance No. 3654 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear from those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3654. No one appeared. Commissioner Jones moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 3654, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID& AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 3117 OF SAID CITY; SAID ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING PLAN; SAID
AMENDMENT CHANGING THE ZONING OF 0.69+ ACRES OF PROPERTY LYING
BETWEEN WEST 24TH STREET AND WEST 24TH PLACE AND BETWEEN FRENCH
AVENUE AND LAUREL AVENUE FROM RC-1, RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL, TO
GC-2, GENERAL COMMERCIAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS
AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Willjams and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
Public hearing and second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3655 to annex 6.8 acres of property !vin~,
between School Road and Church Street and between N. White Cedar Road and Creek Road (3872 Church Street);
Juan B. Quesada, Trustee, owner. Recommended by the City Manager. Ad published June 27 and July 4, 2001.
Ordinance No. 3655 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear from those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3655. No one appeared. Commissioner Jones moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 3655, 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, 6.8 ACRES OF PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN SCHOOL ROAD AND
CHURCH STREET AND BETWEEN N. WHITE CEDAR ROAD AND CREEK ROAD; IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION
171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and earfled by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
Public hearing and second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 3656 rel;arding nhcement or maintenance of
tHecommunicationS facilities in public roads or rights-of-way. Recommended by the City Manager. Ad published June
27, 2001.
Ordinance No. 3656 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear from those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3656. No one appeared. Commissioner Williams moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 3656, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, RELATING TO
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY; PROVIDING FOR
TITLE; PROVIDING FOR INTENT AND PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS;
PROVIDING FOR REGISTRATION FOR PLACING OR MAINTAINING
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY; PROVIDING FOR
NOTICE OF TRANSFER, SALE OR ASSIGNMENT OF ASSETS IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-
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OF-WAY; PROVIDING FOR PLACEMENT OR MAINTENANCE OF A
COMMUNICATIONS~FACILITY IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY; PROVIDING FOR
SUSPENSION OF PERMITS; PROVIDING FOR APPEALS; PROVIDING FOR
INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION~ OF REGISTRATION; PROVIDING FOR EXISTING
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY; PROVIDING FOR
INSURANCE; PROVIDING FOR INDEMNIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR
CONSTRUCTION BOND; PROVIDING FOR SECURITY FUND; PROVIDING FOR
ENFORCEMENT REMEDIES; PROVIDING FOR ABANDONMENT OF A
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY; PROVIDING FOR FORCE MAYEURE; PROVIDING
FOR RESERVATION OF RIGHTS AND REMEDIES; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION, CONFLICTS, AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
Public hearing and second reading and adootion of Ordinance No. 3657 to annex 10 acres of orooertv lying between
Pine Way and Palm Way and between Park National Drive extended southerly and Meilonvi!le Avenue South (1350
Palm Way); Bravados Enterprises, Inc., owner. Recommended by the City Manager. Ad published June 27 and July 4,
2001.
Ordinance No. 3657 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear from those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3657. No one appeared. Commissioner Jones moved to
adopt Ordinance No. 3657, 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, 10 ACRES OF PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN PINE WAY AND PALM
WAY AND BETWEEN PARK NATIONAL DRIVE EXTENDED SOUTHERLY AND
MELLONVILLE AVENUE SOUTH; IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY
ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION 171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
First reading of Ordinance No. 3658 to annex 0.781 acres of orooeav lying between W. 1st Street/SR46 and
Narcissus Avenue and between Monroe Road and Creek Road (3990 West 1st Street); Primera Development
Corporation and Charles J. Faist, owners. Recommended by the Plans Review Committee, the Director of Engineering and
Planning, and the City Manager.
Ordinance No. 3658 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear from those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3658. No one appeared. Commissioner Eckstein moved
on the first reading of Ordinance No. 3658, 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, 0.781 ACRES OF PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN NARCISSUS AVENUE
AND W. S.R. 46 AND BETWEEN CREEK ROAD AND MONROE ROAD; IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF SECTION
171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Jones and carded by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
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Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 3659 to fezone 0.781 acres of Dronefly lying between W. 1st
Street/SR46 and Narcissus Avenue and between Monroe Road and Creek Road {3990 West 1st Street) from PCD,
Planned Commercial Develooment {County) to PD, Phnned DeveloOment, with conditions; Primera Development
Corporation and Charles J. Faist, owners. Recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Director of
Engineering and Planning, and the City Manager. Ad published June 10, 2001.
Ordinance No. 3659 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear from those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3659. No one appeared. On recommendation of the City
Manager, Commissioner Eel{stein moved on the first reading of Ordinance No. 3659, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID& AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 3117 OF SAID CITY; SAID ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING PLAN; SAID
AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF 0.781 ACRES OF PROPERTY LYING
BETWEEN NARCISSUS AVENUE AND W. S.R. 46 AND BETWEEN CREEK ROAD
AND MONROE ROAD; FROM PCD, PLANNED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT, TO
PD, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS
AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Jones. Commissioner Woodruff asked about condition #4 which reads that all outdoor
activities shall be screened from adjoining property lines. Jay Marder, Director of Engineering & Planning, said if there is a
residential use next door, a block wall and landscape is required. If a commercial use is next door, a screen isn't required.
Outdoor activities associated with the car wash will have to be screened from adjacent property. City Manager
VanDerworp said the standards for S.R. 46 have been adopted that require a double row of large caliper trees and that will
make a difference. Mr. Marder said tb. at gateway standards require that large catiper trees measure three inches. There are
several large specimen trees on the site that will be preserved wherever possible. The number of trees removed from the site
will be reviewed by the Development Review Team. A permit is required to clear cut a site. City Manager VanDerworp
said the Commission can require that six inch caliper trees be planted on the site. Mayor Lessard recommended that the
Land Development Regulations be amended to require the placement of six inch callper trees on a developed site.
Commissioner Eckstein amended his motion to include the condition that six inch caliper trees be planted on
the site. Seconded by Commissioner Jones and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eekstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
Mr. Marder said the LDR will be amended to require that six inch callper trees be planted on a developed
site.
First reading of Ordinance No. 3660 to annex 21.73 acres of vrooertv lying between Rinehart Road and West
CR46A and between Plantation Lakes Circle and Rinehart Road (1101 Rinehart Road); Linda and Jeffi'ey Sargent
and Clara M. Ball, owners. Recommended by the Plans Review Committee, the Director of Engineering and Planning, and
the City Manager.
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Ordinance No. 3660 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear liom those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3660. Larry Wray, CPH Engineers, 500 W. Fulton Street,
was present to answer questions of the Commission.
On recommendation of the Cky Manager, Commissioner W'flliams moved on the first reading of Ordinance
No. 3660, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORID& TO ANNEX WITHIN THE
CORPORATE AREA OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, LIPON ADOPTION OF SAID
ORDINANCE, 21.73 ACRES OF PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN RINEHART ROAD
AND W. C.R. 46A AND BETWEEN PLANTATION LAKES CIRCLE AND RINEHART
ROAD; IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF
SECTION 171.044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,
CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner W'flliams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodntff Aye
Public hearinp and first readin~ of Ordinance No. 3661 to rezone 21.73 acres of property lvin~ between Rinehart
Road and West CR46A and between Plantation Lakes Circle and Rinehart Road (1101 Rinehart Road) from A-l,
A~riculture (County), to PD, Planned Development; Linda and Jeffrey Sargent and Clara M. Ball, owners.
Recommended with conditions by the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Director of Engineering and Planning, and the
City Manager. Ad published June 10, 2001.
Ordinance No. 3661 was read by title. Mayor Lessard reported the Commission would hear ~om those
persons present to speak for, or in opposition to, Ordinance No. 3661. Larry Wray, CPH Engineers, 500 W. Fulton Street,
was present to answer questions of the Commission.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved on the first reading of Ordinance
No. 3661, with recommended conditions, and that six inch caliper trees be planted on the site, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMEI'~DING ORDINANCE
NO. 3117 OF SAID CITY; SAID ORDINANCE BEING A ZONING PLAN; SAID
AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF 21.73 ACRES OF PROPERTY LYING
BETWEEN R1N'EHART ROAD AND W. C.R. 46A AND BETWEEN PLANTATION
LAKES CIRCLE AND RINEHART ROAD; FROM A-l, AGRICULTURE (COUNTY), TO
PD, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS
AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Seconded by Commissioner W'dliams and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodntff Aye
Boards and other appointments.
Florida League of Cities voting delegate appointment. Mayor Lessard said the appointment of
Commissioner Woodruff to serve as the voting delegate to the Florida League of Cities was discussed in today' s Work
Session. Commissioner Eckstein moved to appoint Commissioner Woodruff to serve as the Florida League of Cities voting
delegate. Seconded by Commissioner W'flliams and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
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Commissioner Woodruff Aye
LYNX Regional Working Group appointment. Mayor Lessard said the appointment of Commissioner
Woodruff to the LYNX Regional Working Group was discussed in today's Work Session, however, after today's Work
__ Session Commissioner Woodruff said his schedule was in conflict with serving as the appointee. The Commission concurred
to postpone the appointment.
Sanford Housing Authority board appointment. Mayor Lessard said there was discussion in today's
Work Session regarding the appointment to the Sanford Housing Authority Board, and interest was expressed in having
more time to attempt to involve the local community members in that capacity. The Commission concurred to postpone the
Board appointment for two weeks.
Condemnation Items.
Charles Rowe, Building and Community Development Director, regarding 1219 South Park Avenue,
Condemnation Report #97-1, said there are environmental concerns regarding the property and several avenues need to be
explored before consideration is given to removing this item from condeme. ation. Commissioner Eckstein suggested that
City Attomey Colbert be consulted regarding the concerns. Mayor Lessard said the Commission would hear this item in
four to eight weeks.
Mr. Rowe reported that regarding demolition of 1324 Oleander Avenue, Condenmation Report No. 00-01,
Stephanie Krawczynski and Lizzie Hill, owners, the Commission previously authorized a sixty-day extension with the
understanding that the owners must pull permits and show progress. There have been discussions with Ms. Krawczynski and
Ms. Hill regarding the property and obtaining permits. There was a mistmderstanding in that the owners thought they cotrid
pull the permits. They were advised that a licensed contractor is required to pull permits and that a plan outlining the scope
,-- of work or engineered plans would have to be provided. There was a meeting between the owners and Staff and it was
explained what was required. Mr. Rowe said that Ms. Krawczynski and Ms. Hill were present to request additional time,
however, Staff recommends demolition.
Stephanie Krawczynski, 1004 Oaktree Lane, DeLand, Florida, and Lizzie Hill, 112 S. Courtland Boulevard,
Deltona, Florida, were present. Ms. Krawczynski reported she has previously spoken with Mr. Rowe, Dan Florian, and
another City official and attempted to obtain a permit and was advised that she would need a licensed contractor to pull
permits. Two contractors have been contacted to supply an estimate of repairs, and funding is being secured to make the
repairs. Ms. Krawczynski requested a forty-five day extension and said if progress can't be made within that time frame,
then demolition will be requested.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to authorize a forty-five day extension for 1324 Oleander Avenue,
Condemnation Report No. 00-01. Seconded by Commissioner Willjams and carded by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
--- Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Nay
Commissioner Woo&vjY Aye
Condemnation Status Renort.
Building and Community Development Director Charles Rowe reported that the Condemnation Status
" Report is for information only and that no action is necessary. Commissioner W'~liams requested an update on the Ice
House. Mr. Rowe reported that the City did a private property clean up (allowed by ordinance). The City is attempting to
foreclose on a lien against the property. He expects to provide a status report to the Commission in four or five months.
Consent Aaenda.
City Manager VanDerworp requested removal from the Cousent Agenda of Item #3, Approve use of City
property next to picnic shelter in Fort Mellon Park from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on September 3, 2001, in conjunction with
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102 JAMZ Listeners' Barbeque Special Event. Consent Agenda Item//4, Approve temporary street closures and use of
Fort Mellon Park from 6:00 A.M~ to 5:00 P.M. on November 11, 2001, in conjunction with Salute to Veterans Century
Bike Ride Special Event, should be changed to request November 10, 2001. Consent Agenda Item #7, Approve street
closures of Persimmon Avenue from 13th Street to 8th Street including McCracken Road from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.,
Friday, August 3, 2001, in conjunction with Family Fun Festival Special Event, shotrid be changed to request street closure
of persimmon Avenue from McCracken to 8th Street.
Commissioner Eckstein moved on the mended Consent Agenda as follows:
Authorize Internet application for FY2001 LLEBG grant funds in an amount of $143,357.00, for Police
Department overtime pay.
Approve use of City property (Coastline Park) from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., September 1, 2001, in
conjunction with Community Picnic Special Event.
Approve temporary street closures and use of Fort Mellon Park from 6:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on November
10, 2001, in conjunction with Salute to Veterans Century Bike Ride Special Event.
Approve use of old softball field next to tennis courts in Fort Mellon Park from 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. on
July 28, 2001, in conjunction with Family Day in the Park Special Event.
Approve street closure of Lake Averme from 16th Street to 18th Street from 8:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.,
Saturday, August 4, 2001, in conjunction with Kingdom Day Special Event.
Approve street closures of Persimmon Avenue from McCracken Road to 8th Street from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00
P.M., Friday, August 3, 2001, in conjunction with Family Fun Festival Special Event.
Accept bid #IFB00/01-21 in the amount of $7,300 for two bleather shade covers at Zirm Beck Field.
Approve Change Order #2 for Art Lane Chss III Landfill closure with ERC General Contracting Services,
Inc. in the amount of $24,965.00 and adjustment of quantities in an amount of $13,620.00 totaling
$38,585.00 - increasing the contract price from $515,857.82 to $554,442.82, and approve budget transfer in
an amount of $38,585.00 from General Fund Reserves to Account No. 001-4002-534-34.22.
Approve bid #IFB00/01-26 from Southern Sitework in an mount of $1,219,200 ending receipt of all
appropriate contract documents and approval from FDEP for award in accordance with SRF loan
requirements.
Seconded by Commissioner Williaras and carded by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodraft Aye
Add-on item.
AoDrove Front Porch Liaison Items: Underwrite exOenses not to exceed $10,000.00 Oer year associated with a
benefit oaekage, from City General Fund Reserves; Ifiace the CDD eml~lovee interested in this Oosition on aOnrnved
leave of absence while workinl~ with the State Office of Urban Ol~OortunitV; and hire a contract secretary durin~
the eml~lovee's absence. Recommended by the Director of Building and Community Development and the City Manager.
As discussed in today's Work Session, Commissioner Eekstein moved to approve Front Porch Liaison Items:
Underwrite expenses not to exceed $10,000.00 per year associated with a benefit package, from City General Fund
Reserves; place the CDD employee interested in this position on approved leave of absence while working with the State
Office of Urban Opportunity; and hire a contract secretary during the employee's absence. Seconded by Commissioner
Williams. Commissioner Jones asked if the position would be left open for an indefinite period of time. Commissioner
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Eckstein moved to amend his motion to include that the approval is for one year and will be evaluated after one year.
Seconded by Commissioner Willjams. City Manager VanDerworp said there will be quarterly updates provided that include
the impact upon the work program. The motion was carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner W'~liams Aye
Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodraft Aye
,--- Information only.
1. Riverwalk ranking on MetroPlan Orlando Priority List. This item was noted.
2. Front Porch update.
City Attorney' Reoort.
No report.
City Cierk's ReOort.
City Clerk Janet Dougherty confumed that the Commission received the Agenda for the Special Meeting of
July 16, 2001 that was distzibuted prior to tonight's meeting.
City ManalZer's Re0ort.
City Manager VanDerworp said that in today's Work Session the Commission discussed paying airfare for
the two Sanford Housing Authority interviewees coming from Atlanta and Philadelphia. The total round trip cost for both is
$355. After discussion, Commissioner Woodraft moved to approve the expenditure of $355 to be paid from the
Commission' s budget. Seconded by Commissioner Willjams and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Jones Nay
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
City Manger VanDerworp said there is a previously approved LLEBG that was to be used to purchase lap
top computers. Due to the time frame of needing computers, other funds were used to purchase the computers. He
requested consensus of the Commission to use the already existing block grant ~mds available to purchase furniture for
work stations in the renovated Police Department, rather than computers. Commissioner Jones moved to approve the use of
existing LLEBG funds previously approved for the purchase of lap top computers to be used for work stations in the
renovated Police Department. Seconded by Commissioner Woodmffand carried by vote ofthe Commission as follows:
Mayor-Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
"' Commissioner Jones Aye
Commissioner Woodruff Aye
City Manager VanDerworp distributed a status update regarding various union activities: General Employees
Business Workers of America, Police and Fire.
,.. City Manager VanDerworp reminded the Commission of Budget Work Sessions scheduled for tomorrow at
2:00, Wednesday at 12:00, and Thursday at 9:00.
City Manager VanDerworp gave an update on the brick rejuvenation project. The intersection of 9th Street
and Magnolia will be used for the brick rejuvenation test project and will cost between $3,500 and $5,000. The ~mds are
available in this year' s budget.
City Manager VanDerworp reported that Florida Power & Light is trimming trees in the transmission
corridor starting in the area of Celery Avenue; a schedule will be provided. A request will be made that other areas be
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trimmed as needed. He requested the CommisSion notify him or Howard Jeffties of other areas determined to need
trimming. Commissioner Williams said she previously made a request that trees blocking lighting be trimmed and requested
an update.
Citizen participation.
Jack Biemiller, 1205 W. Michigan, Orlando, Florida, reported he is the owner of the Florida Hotel. He read
a prepared statement apologizing to Bruce Penn and Waiter Padgett for the incident that took place two weeks ago at the
Florida Hotel. The statement presents his personal position and that of the Hotel. He said the Florida Hotel plays an
important role in the future of Sanford, providing an affordable place to stay. It is a stepping stone, providing an alternative
to the local shelters, mission, or the woods. The Hotel is an alternative to being homeless. The Florida Hotel has been in
operation since 1955 and has been a historic building on the National Historic Registry since 1986.
Police Chief Tooley reported on police calls to the Florida Hotel fom June 2 to June 24; eleven calls were
answered for solicitation, disturbance, unwanted guest, sick person, information, suspicions person, theIt, alarm, stolen
vehicle, and two noise and disturbance calls. During the period of June 28 through July 6 one call was responded to at the
Hotel Visibility has been increased including foot patrol.
Commissioner Eckstein said in the past there have been problems at the Florida Hotel including prostitution,
drug sales, disturbances, fights, and kni~ngs. People living in the Historic District are entitled to security and good
neighbors. It doesn't matter how much money the residents of the Hotel earn or their race; what matters is the behavior of
the Hotel's residents. The Commission wants the Hotel to succeed.
Mr. Biemiller invited the Commissioners to visit the Florida Hotel and get to know him and the property. He
earmot change the Hotel overnight. Renovations and upgrades need to be completed in order to increase room rates and his
personal commitment is to complete them in five years. In the past there has been bad management but he is attempting to
change the image of the Hotel. He asked Commissioner Woodruff to participate in discussions with him and local religious
leaders regarding something being done to the property to have more control over the obnoxious behavior. He is a caring
and concerned owner. He is considering changing the name of the Hotel to get rid of the image. Mr. Biemiller offered to
bring a progress report to the Commission in sixty days.
Jean Metts read a prepared statement regarding her stay at the Florida Hotel on July 6 and a narrative
regarding Sanford's population and income level.
Robert Hillery said he wrote a letter to Commissioner Woodruff regarding 701 Locust Avenue, a building
which has been condemned. He is interested in purchasing and restoring the building and has been in contact with the
owners, two who have agreed to sell. Commissioner Woodruff said he didn't receive the letter. Charles Rowe, the Director
of Building and Community Development, said he received a letter from one of the owners, Zonnye Dixon. He said the
structure has not been slated for demolition. Mayor Lessard asked Mr. Hillery to get with Mr. Rowe regarding the
property. The structure will not be demolished without first hearing from Mr. Hillery.
James Riles, 1609 Peach Avenue, Sanford, said he is concerned about the residence at 1605 Peach Avenue.
The house was burned in December and since then there has been a dampster located in font of the house. In addition to
being filled with debris, other items are being placed in the dumpster including hypodermic needles, insulin bottles, and
pornographic materials. The dumpster is being used by others in the area and is now overflowing. He has three children that
he rarely allows to play outside because of the situation. He and others have contacted the owner of the dumpster but have
not received a response. The owners haven't made attempts to restore the house. Additionally, juvenile delinquents are
hanging out in the area of the honse. Mayor Lessard said that Code Enforcement and the Solid Waste Coordinator will
handle the situation.
City Commissioners~ Reports.
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Commissioner Eckstein recommended establishing a Blue Ribbon Committee to act as advisor for possible
sites for the post office retail center. He recommended appointment of Milhrd Hunt, Doug Stenstrom, John Mercer, Bud
Layer, and Linda or Bob Kuhn. Mayor Lessard said the Committee will include ten members and asked each Commissioner
to submit two names tomorrow. Cotmxissioner Eckstein complimented Mayor Lessard for doing a good job.
Commissioner Williartls complimented Mayor Lessard for doing a good job and said the Commission is a
great team. She asked when the renovations of the Police Department will be completed. Police Chief Tooley said August
31 or September I. Commissioner Willjams thanked the Commission, City Manager, and Staff for their support of the
Front Porch Initiative.
Commissioner Woodruff- no report.
Commissioner Jones - no report.
Mayor Lessard said he had a meeting with the American Red Cross regarding teaching swimming lessons.
He has worked on a proposal that will teach 750 children to swim and/or become lifeguards; the cost is approximately
$30,000. The proposal will be provided to Mike Kirby, Director of Recreation and Parks. A closer look will be taken at a
program, hopefully by next summer. He reported he will be having lunch tomorrow with Mayor Glenda Hood and will
announce a few exciting things to the Commission at the next meeting. He said that Budget Work Sessions are scheduled
for July 10 at 2:00 P.M., July 11 at noon, and July 12 at 9:00, if needed. He invited the public to attend the meetings.
Mayor Lessard introduced the new Commission Liaison, Jeffrey Bauer.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Mayor
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