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Session Febma v 10.
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The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Hotida, met in Work Session on Monday, FebmaW 10, 1997, at 4:00 o'clock
P.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room, City Hall, 300 Noah Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor-Commissioner Larry A. Dale
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Velma H. 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.
Discussion of Alcoholic Beverage COde.
City Manager Simmons referenced three (3) maps prepared by the Department of Engineering and Planning, briefly
explaining that the first map displays the existing 2,000 foot buffer required between licensed alcohoIic beverage establishments and
churches/schools; the second map displays the proposed 1,000 foot buffer; and the third map displays an alternative 1,000 foot buffer
between churches/schools and all existing establishments having consumption on premises.
The City Manager stated that if the Commission wishes to regulate only hard liquor, the language, "any alcoholic beverage"
in paragraphs (b) and (c) of the ordinance prepared by the City Attomey, should be changed for future court interpretation. Further, the
Commission could institute different distance requirements for differeni zoning districts, such as in the downtown area which is "special
commercial", and may need flexibility for future development.
The City Commission discussed possible changes, including distance requirements between businesses; different distance
requirements in different zon/ng districts; a 1,000 foot overall distance requirement for vendors of beer, wine and liquor, with a different
distance requirement in the downtown area; and a 1,000 foot distance requirement for vendors of beer, wine and liquor, beer and wine,
and beer overall, and deal with economic development in the downtown area as it occurs.
Discussion re: proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 3117. Land Development Reeulafions Section 2 Schedule .B, Permitted Uses,
and Schedule E, additional requirements for specific uses re: communication towers.
Jay M_arder, Director of Planning and Development, briefly explained the revisions on page 2 of proposed Ordinance No.
3326, which provides for separation of communication towers from multiple-family residential zoned property.
On recommendation of City Manager Simmons, the Commission concurred to place the revised Ordinance No. 3326 on
first reading at tonight' s regular meeting.
I)iseussion re: ICMA Plan I)oeument Revisions.
Finance Director Carolyn Small explained the changes resulting from the Small Business Job Protection Act of 1996 which
affect ICMA 457, the City' s deferred compensation plan. These include establishing a trust fund and index for employee contributions,
increased flexibility in payment of accounts, allowable cash-out of contributions of $3,500.00 or less, and removal of tax caps. According
to Ms. Small, the primary difference is that funds held in trust for City employees will no longer be available to creditors as an asset of
the City. She further explained the need for adoption of a'resolution to keep funds tax-exempt and recommended that the City adopt the
trust plan set forth by ICMA in which the City exists as the owner prior to payout to contributing employees, with ICMA serving as the
plan administrator.
Following discussion, the Commission concurred to place said resolution authorizing the execution of the ICMA retirement
plan and trust document on the Agenda for adoption at the Commission' s Regular Meeting on February 24, 1997.
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Discussion re: procedure to provide lareer cross section of people to be on. City boards.
The Commission discussed a number of ideas to attract a larger cross section of board applicants, including an annual
display ad in the newspaper, a bulletin board in the City Hall lobby to display board descr/ptions and provide application forms, asking
newspapers to print upcoming board vacancies as a public service, having board/nformation included in utility or recreation department
mail-out bulletins, using utility bill-backer messages, and advertising on the City's we/come signs. Following discussion, the Commission
concurred to have Staff place a bulletin board and box for board applications in the City Hall lobby, and pursue the other ideas.
Discussion re: alternatives for AMVETS site.
Freddie Mobley, St. and Walter Dickson, representing AMVETS Post # 17, and Bishop David Grant of The Word Ministry,
current lessee of the PBA building, were present
City Manager S/mmons explained that the AMVETS desire to operate 1 or 2 days/mtially, and eventually, on a daily basis.
Joint usage of the PBA building is not a viable solution as Bishop Grant' s ministry, now host/ng 75-100 attendees on Sunday, Monday
and Wednesday, is expanding. Further, Mr. Simmons could not justify offering the lease of any other City facility at the $150.00 rate
Bishop Grant is now paying for lease of the PBA building. Mr. Simmons reported that Don M/Her, with the Boy's and Girl's Club, and
Pattitin Whatley, with Tajiri Arts, have indicated that their facilities, both leased from the City, are available on Sundays, but not on
weekdays.
Bishop Grant briefly explained his church's mission and programs which include worship services on Sunday, and
counseling and tutoring on Monday and Wednesday, and stated they are primarily utilized by Sanford residents.
Following discussion regarding the nature of Bishop Grant' s lease with the City, which can be term/hated by either party
with 30-day notice, the Commission acknowledged that there axe two available alternatives for the Sunday service and concurred to have
the City Manager contact area churches for a suitable alternative for Bishop Grant' s programs on Mondays and Wednesdays.
DiscussiOn of board appoint~nents/re-appointments.
Commissioner Williams stated that her two appointees to the Citizens Advisory Board are Reverend Ricky Scott and Joan
Campbell.
City Manager Simmons reported that the Citizens Advisory Board will hold its organizational meeting on February 19,
1997 at 6:30 P. lVL in the City Manager' s Conference Room, and that the Police Department is the Liaisort
Discussion of Regular Aeenda Items and other items.
A. Reeular Agenda Item No, 11, Condemnation public henririft and status report. Charles Rowe, Director of
Community Development, distributed copies of a "Condemnation Procedural Flow Chart" and expla/ned the condemnation process as
outlined on the chart.
Mr. Rowe briefly exFlained the role of Christian Help in Condemnation Report # 96-02, as referenced in the letter from
Danielle Trent, property owner at 107 East 7th Street According to Mr. Rowe, Christian Help acqu/red $14,500.00 in County SHIP funds,
spent $22,000.00 trying to do the work themselves, and basically created a condemnation case, with about $7,500.00 having been
accompl/shecL Commissioner Lessard expressed h/s opposition to granting a stay of condemnation on this property, as requested by the
property owner, Danielle Trent, and discussed the need for moderate improvements to homes currently valued at $25,000.00 or less to
raise assessed property value.
Following further review and discussion, City Manager Simmons recommended condemnation of Reports #96-02 through
#96-25 to initiate the process of either repair or eventual demolition of said properties.
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City Manager's Report.
A. Item #20.A. Street closure and sale/consumption of beer COP in conjunction with a Special Event. Wanda
Kelly, Executive Director of the Greater Sanford Chamber of Commerce, was present and briefly discussed the request for closure of First
Street from Sanford Avenue to the Sanford Museum, and the sale of beer COP in conjunction with the St. Johns River Festival. She further
explained that the beer trailer, which actually says "Winter Park Ice ", will be parked behind the Chamber building. According to Ms. Kelly,
attendance at this event is approximately 10,000.
tonight' s Regular Meeting.
B. CAC International at the Airport.
Following further discussion, City Manager Simmons recommended approval at
Commissioner Lessard reported that Sanford is in the running for CAC
International at the Orlando Sanford Airport, and he hopes the City, Chamber of Commerce, and Airport will jointly solicit that
development. Mayor Dale reported that he spoke to County Commissioner Daryl McLain who has talked to the County Manager about
this; further he will bring this topic up at the next Airport Authority meeting.
C. Item #20.B.. Museum parapet and flashing repair. Following discussion, the City Manager recommended
acceptance of the bid from GRI, Orlando, in the amount of $3,741.00, at tonight's Regular Meeting.
D. Joint Work Session with Lake Mary. The City Manager reported there will be a Joint Work Session with the City
of Lake Mary on Monday, February 24, 1997, at 4:00 P. M. at Lake Mary City Hall.
Mayor Dale questioned the necessity of having a Wo'rk Session before every meeting. Commissioner Eckstein explained
that a Work Session is more of avenue to air concerns and discuss details, is not necessary every time, but is informative, productive and
less formal. City Manager Simmons stated that although the new Commission has been conducting 2 hour Work Sessions, in the past,
Work Sessions were generally 1 hour in length.
The Commission recessed at 6:05 P. M. for dinner and reconvened at 6:21 P. M.
E. Item #20.C. CDBG application. Charles Rowe reported on a meeting with the Goldsboro community and a
resulting list of needs relative a CDBG grant application which is due February 24, 1997. Mr. Rowe reported the list includes such items
as police substation, code enforcement, lights, drug intervention, recreation facilities (e.g. community pool), street improvements,
elementary school access road, housing rehabilitation, traffic lights at the intersections of 9th Street and French Avenue, and Airport
Boulevard and McCracken Road, curbs and a community center. Of these, the greatest needs were perceived as being: 1 ) police substation
on 13th Street to increase police presence, especially on 13th Street, to deter crime; 2) code enforcement;3) drainage; 4) street lights;
and 5) drug intervention.
According to Mr. Rowe, estimated cost of a police substation would be from $204,000.00 to $242,000.00, depending upon
whether the substation is leased or newly cometed, and including $176,000.00 for four (4) officers, $18,000.00 for a vehicle, $5,000.00
for radio equipment, and $1,600.00 for bicycles. He further explained that expenses for the vehicle, radio equipment and bicycles could
probably be eliminated by using City funds or in-kind contributions.
Discussion ensued regarding continued funding of this type of program, the Commission' s commitment to increasing police
presence in the community, and the feasibility of other funding needs such as the Goldsboro Elementary access road, a community pool
at Seminole High School and paving streets.
Commissioner Williams reminded the Commission that the Goldsboro community has identified increased police presence
as their top priority and recommended that the Commission pursue grant funds for the substation. She further suggested calling the
substation a "community policing center" that protects and informs, building a parmership between police and community.
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Mayor Dale questioned making this type of commitmere before going through this year' s budget process and determining
if ~mds are available for continued funding after grant funds run out. He further stated that he would not want to turn down funds if the
request is made and subsequently awarded by the County.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Attest:
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Febz:ua ] 113, 1997
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Regular Meeting on Monday, February 10, 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 A. Dale
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein
Commissioner Velma H. 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,
C~tizen Participation. No one appeared.
Continuation of Public Hearing to consider amending Ordinance No. 3117. Land Development Regulations. Section 2, Schedule
B, Permitted Uses, and Schedule E, additional requirements for. specific uses. re: communication towers, and First Reading of
Ordinance No. 3326.
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.
At the request of the Chairman, Jay Marder, Director of Planning and Development, explained that said ordinance limits
communication towers from being located in areas zoned single-famj'ly and multi-family residential, which is a change from being allowed
in all zones with a conditional use permit.
On motion of Commissioner Lyons, 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
Ordinance No. 3326, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 3117, SECTION 2, SCHEDULE B, PERMITTED USES, SAID ORDINANCE BEING
THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, ADDING THE REGULATION OF
COMMUNICATION TOWERS IN SCHEDULE B; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3117,
'SECTION 2, SCHEDULE E - ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES,
TO ADD THE REGULATION OF COMMUNICATION TOWERS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS, EFFECTIVE DATE AND INCLUSION.
was introduced and placed on first reading.
Public Hearinff to consider condemnation of structures.
( 1 ) Condemnation Report #96.02, 107 East 7th Street; Dawn Trout, owner.
(2) Condemnation Report #96.03, 2542 Sanford Avenue; Bankers Trust, owner.
0 ) Condemnation Report #96-04, 501 East 4th Street; M. Williams & Hardy, owners.
(4) Condemnation Report #96.05, 607 Oak Avenue; Federal Home Loan, owner.
(5) Condemnation Report #96-06, 827 Escambia Drive; Anthony Fakess, owner.
(6) Condemnation Report #96-07, 802 Orange Avenue; Horace Knight, owner.
(7) Condemnation Report g96~08, 907 Willow Avenue; Andrew Stephens, owner.
(8) Condemnation Report #96.09, 802 and 804 Sanford Avenue; Catherine Thomas, owner.
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Condemnation Report #96-10, 1106 Pecan Avenue; Minnie Colson, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-11, 1712 West 15th Street; Bonita Nelson, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-12, 1605 West 7th Street; WiIlie McGee, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-13, 206 Avocado Avenue; A. Sciabbarrasi, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-14, 1811 West 15th Street, Lula Wheeler, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-15, 1219 Lincoln Court; Tommy Woods, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-16, 1607 Mulberry Avenue; Mary Smith, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-17, 1504 West 18th Street; Delores Johnson, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-18, 1716 West 8th Street; Neal Cambel, owner.
Condemnation Report #96° 19, 613 East 3rd Street; hum Fujii, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-20, 615 Locust Avenue; Herbert Starke, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-21,903 Bay Avenue; Frank Smite owner.
Condemnation Report #96-22, 111 McKay Boulevard; Joyce Brown, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-23, 308-310 East 4th Street; Millenium of Glory, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-24, 602 West 271h Street; Patricia Leffier, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-25, 1720 West 1st Street; Howard Butcher, owner.
Condemnation Report #96-26, 1200 Sanford Avenue; Umlic-Nine Corp., owner.
At the request of the Chairman, Community Development Director Charles Rowe gave a brief overview of the
condemnation process. In response to questions from the audience, Mr. Rowe further explained that these properties are currently at the
first Public Hearing stage, that none are currently occupied, and if the returned receipt, from notice sent to property owners via certified
mail, is not returned, the public hearing is advertised in the newspaper.
The Chairman announced that the Commission would hear from those persons present to speak in favor of, or in opposition
to, the proposed condemnation.
A1 Smolen appeared and stated he represents Boatmen' s National Mortgage Co., the servicing organization for Bankers
Trust, regarding Report #96-03, 2542 Sanford Avenue, and reported that notice of the public heating was sent to the attorney of the
previous owner, instead of Bankers Trust, which has repossessed the property. He further reported that the property has been cleaned
and debris removed; that he has spoken to Dan Horian in the Building Department about what to do, and has subsequently boarded the
property up as instructed by Mr. Ftoriart He showed pictures of the property taken before and after, and stated that the prospective buyer
will be making the necessary repairs within 90 days.
City Attomey Colbert explained that if the Commission condemns the properties, they go on the list for 30 days to allow
time for compliance. If during that 30 days, progress is made, the City normally grants additional time; if no effort is made, the City
proceeds toward final action. Demolition is normally a last resort. If the Commission votes to remove any of the properties from the
condemnation list, the process doesn't start until the properties come back before the Commissiork
Leon Skipwith appeared on behalf of the property at 802-804 Sanford Avenue, Report #96°09, and reported that the owner
of record, Catherine Thomas, is deceased, and the courts have not yet established ownership of these properties.
Danielle Trent, owner of the property at 107 East 7th Street, Report #96-02, explained her need for the house to be made
habitable so she can live there;further, that the leak in the back portion of the house has been repaired, and Christian Help will be
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providing funding for other necessary repairs.
Commissioner Lyons explained to Ms. Trent that the Commission would look at the progress made after 30 days, and
determine at that time if the property should be removed from the list.
Commissioner Lessard, after wishing Ms. Trent success in making the necessary repairs, requested that she cover the
window where someone has painted a symbol.
Patricia Leffler, owner of the property at 602 West 271h Street, Report #96-24, reported that she has work crews coming
in to take care of necessary repairs, and asked the Commission what needed to be done to bring the house up to code. Mayor Dale referred
Ms. Leffier to Gary Winn, Building Official.
Joyce Brown, owner of the property at 111 McKay Boulevard, #96-22, explained that she had an insurance problem
following a fire at this property; however, she obtained a building permit today and has hired a contractor.
Faye Butcher appeared regarding the property at 1720 West First Street, Report//96-25, and submitted a letter to the
Commission requesting they be given six (6) months to try to sell the property; if not sold at that time, they will have it demolished, and
have already obtained an estimate of $2,500.00 for demolition. Ms. Butcher expressed her concem that a posted condemnation notice
might affect potential sale of the property.
Dedrick Cherry appeared regarding the property at 903 Bay Avenue, Report//96-21, and reported that the property has been
willed to him by his grandfather, Frank Smith, and he was unable'to get the necessary building permits until the deed was changed.
Mary Smith, owner of the property at 1607 Mulberry Avenue, Report//96-16, distributed a letter to the Commission, and
reported that the property has already been cleaned, painted, and boarded up, and the inspector has been by. Further, she requested that
the Commission not condemn the property as she has a prospective buyer who may not be willing to buy with a condemned sign on the
property.
At the request of the City Manager, the City Attorney explained that an informed buyer would make his or her decision
based on the condition of the property. He then referenced the dilapidated condition of the properties and further explained that the
Commission has latitude in its decision making process but cannot ignore evidence presented before them.
Sam McClairen, appeared on behalfofthe property at 1106 Pecan Avenue, Report #96-10, agreed that the property should
be demolished, and asked if he would have to. pay for demolition.
The City Attorney explained that if the owner has the building demolished, there is no charge from the City; if the City
demolishes it, a lien is placed against the property. He further recommended that Mr. McClairen contact the Building Department or
Public Works for a cost estimate.
City Manager Simmons reported that Report #96-26, 1200 Sanford Avenue, is not listed on the memo, but, according to
the City Clerk, was properly advertised and should be included in the motion.
The City Attomey explained that the Commission has the option to consider Condemnation Reports//96-02 through #96-25,
or through #96-26.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved that all structures in Reports//96-02 through #96-
26be found tinsafe, dilapidated, unsanitary or uninhabitable, to condemn said structures, and give the owners thirty (30) days to repair
or demolish; if property owners fail to effect such demolition and removal or repair within said thirty (30) day period, the City shall
demolish and remove the buildings and/or structures, and the actual cost of said removal and disposal, including administrative costs, will
be assessed as a lien against the properties. Seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carded by the vote of the Comnfission as folIows:
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Mayor Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Status Report of all current and pendine condemnations. No action required. The Commission acknowledged the Status Report of
all current and pending condemnations.
Proposal from Universal Engineering Sciences for geoteehnical eneineering services for Retention Pond on Goldsboro Elementary
School Campus.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Willjams moved to accept and approve the proposal from
Universal Eng/neer/ng Sciences to provide geotechnical exploration services for the planned Retention Facility on the Goldsboro
Elementary School campus in amount not to exceed $1,884.00 plus usual and customary expenses. Seconded by Commissioner Lyons
and carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Bid #96/97-25. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation - Tributary areas to the Ft. Mellon Life Station (Utility Department).
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Lyons moved to accept the lowest bid, which met specifications,
from Masci Construction, in the base amount of $172,613.60. Seconded by Commissioner Williams.
City Manager Simmons explained that this sewer rehabilitation wiI1 help the Ft. Mellon lit~ station function more
effectively. Following discussion, the Commission concurred to table the motion to the end of the meeting for further information from
the City Manager re: number of linear feet involved.
Request from Theodore Cranias for Right-Of-Way Use Agreement for use of a portion of City sidewalk for outdoor dinine area
in front of Angelo's Pizzeria at 107 West First Street.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Lyons moved to approve the right-of-way use agreement for
outs/de dining on the sidewalk at Angelo's P/zzeria, 107 West First Street. Seconded by Commissioner Eckstein.
In responsel to Commissioner Lyons' question regarding the City's liability, the City Attorney explained that Section 5 of
the agreement caIls for indemnification to hold the City harmless from all 1/abilities, claims, etc.; that the City could add a requirement
of insurance in a minimum amount of $200,000.00.
Following discussion, Commissioner Lyons amended his motion to approve said right-of-use permit, with the additional
requirement that the applicant provide a minimum of $200,000.00 inSurance with the City shown as Additional Insured. Seconded by
Commissioner Willlares and carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Dale , Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Nay
Commissioner Lyons Aye
First Reading of Ordinance No. 3328. On motion of Commissioner Eckstein, seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carried by the vote
of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Dale
Commissioner Eckstein
Commissioner Williams
Aye
Aye
Aye
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Commissioner Lyons
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Aye
Ordinance No. 3328, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, TO ANNEX WITHIN THE
CORPORATE AREA OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, LIPON ADOPTION OF SAID
ORDINANCE, A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN ROSE
DRIVE AND FERN DRIVE AND BETWEEN PALMWAY AND SANFORD AVENUE,
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF
SECTION 171,044, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEERABILITY,
CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
was introduced and placed on first reading.
First Reading of Ordinance No. 3329. On motion of Commissioner Eckstein, seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carried by the vote
of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Dale
Commissioner Eckstein
Commissioner Williams
Commissioner Lessard
Commissioner Lyons
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Ordinance No. 3329, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANFORD, FLORIDA, CLOSING, VACATING,
AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF EAST ROAD BETWEEN SUMMIT ROAD AND
MAIN ROAD, A PORTION OF SUMMIT ROAD BETWEEN EAST AND HOSPITAL
ROAD, AND A PORTION OF HOSPITAL ROAD BETWEEN SUMMIT ROAD AND
MAiN ROAD; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE
DATE.
was introduced and placed on first reading.
Board appointments/re-appointments,
A,
Citizen's Advisory Board (Police Department): The City Clerk reported that individuals already appointed and their
terms are as follows: Martha Yancey two (2) years, H.L. "Lynn Stogner two (2) years, Earl C. Myers one ( 1 ) year,
Bernard Brown two (2) years, Dean Ray one ( 1 ) year, Richard f. Huber two (2) years, Kevin Hipes one ( 1 ) year,
and Willie McClennon one ( 1 ) year. Commissioner Witliams' appointees are Joan Campbell two (2) years and
Reverend Scott one (1) year.
Commissioner Eckstein moved to confirm the initial terms as listed. Seconded by Commissioner Williams and
carried by the vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
'Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
Consent Agenda
Consideration of IFB - 96/97-38, Signage for Sanfords Municipal Cemetery (Recreation and Parks Department).
City Manager recommended acceptance of the lowest bid, which met specifications, from Sign Solutions in amount
of$67,118.50.
B. Approval of Vouchers for the Month of January, 1997.
C. Approval of Minutes of January 27, 1997, Work Session; and Minutes of January 27, 1997, Regular Meeting.
as follows:
On motion of Commissioner Eckstein, seconded by Commissioner Wiltjams and carried by the vote of the Commission
Mayor Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
the Commission:
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B. Approved Vouchers for the Month of January, 1997.
C. Approved Minutes of January 27, 1997, Work Session; and Minutes of January 27, 1997, Regular Meeting.
Commissioner Lyons questioned why Public Works isn't making the cemetery signs, and Mike Kirby, Director of
Recreation and Parks, responded that the signs are put out to bid.
City Manager Simmons explained that Public Works primarily makes street signs as their equipment makes only that type
of reflective sign.
On motion of Commissioner Lyons, seconded by Commissioner Eckstein and carried by the vote of the Commission as
follows:
Mayor Dale Aye
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Willjams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
the Commission:
A. Accepted the lowest bid, which met specifications, from Sign Solutions in the amount of$67,118.50.
Information regsrding invoices paid durine the period for previously approved lump sum contracts. The Commission acknowledged
three (3) invoices totaling $ t0,858.38.
City Attorney's Report. None given.
City Manager's Report.
City Manager Simmons referenced Regular Agenda Item #13, and explained that the number of feet for the sanitary sewer
rehabilitation is not available tonight, that he can provide it at the next meeting. He further explained that the City could end up in
violation of its Department of Environmental Protection permit if this work is not done.
Mayor Dale stated that in the future, on large expenditures, he would like to see the specifications and have the appropriate
department head present to answer questions.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Eckstein moved to accept the lowest bid, which met
specifications, from Masci Construction, in base amount of $172,613.60. Seconded by Commissioner Lyons 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
Street closure and sale of beer consumption on premise in conjunction with the St. John's River Festival on March 1 and 2, 1997
at Ft. Mellon Park. sponsored by the Grater Sanford Chamber of Commerce.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Lessard moved to approve closure of First Street between Sanford
Avenue and the General Sanford Museum, and sale of beer consumption on premise in Ft. Mellon Park and in the public parking lot
between the Chamber of Commerce and Ft. Mellon Park, as requested. Seconded by Commissioner Lyons and carried by the vote of the
Commission as follows:
Mayor Dale
Commissioner Eckstein
Commissioner Williums
Commissioner Lessard
Commissioner Lyons
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
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General Sanford Museum roof and parapet repair.
On recommendation of the City Manager, Commissioner Lyons moved to accept the bid from GRI Corporation, Orlando,
in amount of $3,74 1.00. 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
Community Development Block Grant application.
Commissioner Williams moved to authorize Staff to apply for a community policing type presence in the Goldsboro area,
specifically 13th Street, including a police substation, with the City Manager to decide whether the City will provide cars and radios or
whether to request funds for them under the grant. Seconded by Commissioner Ecksteir~
Commissioner Eckstein stated that the Quad Squad has made a start and he is prepared to look for funds to continue the
police substation if the grant runs out; that not applying for the money puts us behind a year.
Mayor Dale referenced the two week time constraint on the grant submission and explained that he doesn't want to make
this type of commitment and then have to withdraw it; further, he doesn't want to apply and take a chance on having to tell the County
we don' t want the funds if awarded.
Commissioner Willjams stated that citizens would rather have one year of increased police presence than not at all.
Commissioner Lessard stated that he wants a law-enforcement station; that education and information will have to take
second place. He stressed that this grant is not .flee money, but he would support the request because the need is so great.
At Commissioner Lyons' request, Mayor Dale mentioned several alternate suggestions for CDBG funding, including street
paving and lights, capital improvements that CDBG funds were designed for.
Following continued discussion, the motion carried by vote of the Commission as follows:
Mayor Dale Nay
Commissioner Eckstein Aye
Commissioner Williams Aye
Commissioner Lessard Aye
Commissioner Lyons Aye
City Clerk's Report. 'None given.
City Commissioners' Reports.
Commissioner Eckstein. None given.
Commissioner Williams requested the Mayor consider declaring the month of May as Community Pride Day for District
Commissioner Lessard moved to implement police bicycle patrols in Districts 1 and 2 within the next month. Seconded
by Commissioner Williams.
Commissioner Lyons expressed his dissatisfaction with the motion being made
Commissioner Lessard withdrew his motion and Commissioner Williams withdrew her second.
specifically by district, whereby
Commissioner Lessard then moved to start bicycle patrols in the next 30 days in those areas deemed most appropriate.
Seconded by Commissioner Willjams.
Police ChiefDillard questioned where officers to man the bike patrols are to come from, and explained that when he spoke
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to Commissioner Lessard earlier regarding this subject, he stated that he had some officers on the Quad Squad who can ride bikes.
Following discussion, Commissioner Lessard withdrew his motion and Commissioner Williams withdrew her second,
Mayor Dale agreed to work with Police ChiefDillard, and Commissioner Lessard will bring up this proposal during the Commission's
goal setting work session.
Commissioner Lessard requested that the City Attomey research the legality of requiring new employees to live in the City
of Sanford.
The City Manager reported that he has asked the Personnel Director to investigate the possibility of offering incentives to
employees residing in the City, and will provide that information at the February 17, 1997 goal setting Work session.
Commissioner Lyons reported on today's tree planting ceremony at Centennial Park, and expressed his support of
community policing.
Mayor Dale reported on meeting in Tallahassee with Dr. Allan Egbert and Senator Buddy Dyer to discuss the midge
situation; introduced the Commission' s new secretary, Diane Crews; directed the City Manager to prepare bid specifications in the next
two (2) weeks for new carpet for the second floor of City Hall; and stated that for depreciation planning purposes, he would like to have
a life-expectancy table of components in City Hall.
Following discussion regarding the possibility of another hotel locating in Sanford either at the Mall or Airport, and the
possible expansion of the Marina Hotel, Commissioner Lyons requested that Steve Cooke and Steve Coover be asked to give a
presentation on the Airport's goals and activities, and the Commission concurred.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
,~. MAYOR
Attest:
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