07-09-18 WS MinutesCITY COMMISSION MINUTES
JULY 99 2018
WORK SESSION
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Work Session on
Monday, July 9, 2018, at 4:00 PM, in the Railroad Depot Room, 2nd Floor, City Hall, and 300
North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor Jeff Triplett
Vice Mayor Velma Williams
Commissioner Art Woodruff
Commissioner Patrick Austin
City Manager Norton N. Bonaparte, Jr.
Assistant City Attorney Lonnie N. Groot
City Clerk Traci Houchin
Records Manager Pat Lee
Absent: Commissioner Patty Mahany
William Colbert, City Attorney
Mayor Triplett called the meeting to order at 4:06 PM
1. City Financial Report — 2nd Quarter Ended March 31, 2018 by Cynthia Lindsay
[Commission Memo 18-158]
Finance Director Cynthia Lindsay presented the financial report, noting
that the City is trending at 38% of the budget. Pension fiinds are still positive but not as good as
this same time last year. Mayor Triplett asked to meet with Deputy City Manager Tom George
regarding the Mayfair Golf Course proposed budget.
2. Discussion re: Goldsboro Neighborhood Initiative Implementation Grant Application by
Andrew Thomas [Commission Memo 18-159]
Andrew Thomas, Community Relations and Neighborhood Engagement
Director, explained that at the present time staff was not recommending applying for this HUD
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Grant as they felt they were not in the strongest position to apply. He distributed a checklist of the
scoring/points that would be used if we were to apply, noting that the applications are due
September 17th. Mr. Thomas was joined by Melvin Philpot, Ayub Fleming and Vernon McQueen
who also spoke, all concurring with Mr. Thomas' comments. In response to a question from Mayor
Triplett, Mr. McQueen responded that they should be ready to apply next year. Mayor Triplett
expressed his appreciation for all they had accomplished and Commissioner Williams commended
"all those involved" and asked for their continued support in the future.
3. Regular Meeting Items — additional information
A. Grant of Access Easement to Seminole County School Board
[Commission Memo 18-157](RM 8.D)
Chris Smith, Senior Project Manager, showed a map on the overhead
projector and explained the "gaps". Deputy City Manager Tom George gave an update on the land
swap and distributed a list of items the School Board is requiring be done within 60 days after
signing the contract. Once the School Board approves the paperwork, Mr. George will bring it
back before the City Commission for final approval. Mayor Triplett asked that he be notified of
the date that it is scheduled to go before the Seminole County School Board.
B. Sale of Property located at 108 Candlewick Court by Tom George
[Commission Memo 18-156] (RM 8.C)
Deputy City Manager Tom George passed around pictures of the subject
house noting that it has fell into terrible condition and contains mildew and mold. This house was
purchased by a former (deceased) police officer through a prior City program known as the SEAL
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PROGRAM that has since been abolished and no longer is in existence. Mr. George recommends
selling the property as -is for $80,000.
4. Briefing Items
Mr. Bonaparte stated he had three additional items:
• Large Scale Comp Plan Amendment: Russ Gibson distributed a copy of a power point
presentation that will be presented at the 7 P.M. regular meeting this evening.
Commissioner Woodruff recommended changes to page 4 and also questioned if the
Seminole County Expressway Authority still existed. Commissioner Woodruff was
pleased with the addition of Multi -Use facilities (i.e. Bicycle/Pedestrian trails) to the
recreation LOS as well as policies for supporting recreation provisions through
requirements for private development.
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2018-4469, revising the Emergency Management
Ordinance: Mr. Bonaparte advised Mr. Groot of numerous typographical errors throughout
the Ordinance.
0 Continuance of First reading of Ordinance No. 2018-4470 — Puppy Mill Ordinance: Mayor
Triplett stated he had spoken with Jenna Jensen who felt the ordinance needed a description
of animal shelter included, however the Mayor wants to mirror Seminole County's adopted
Ordinance as closely as possible.
• Heritage Park: Mr. George gave a brief update on the project. Mayor Triplett asked Mr.
George to contact Waterfront Partners and schedule a meeting with them.
5. City Manager Comments:
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Commissioner Woodruff passed around a glossy printed postcard
from a past election, noting he would like to use the same type stock/quality for the Charter
Amendment mail -out. He would like to relegate the decision on cost to the City Manager.
He distributed wording that he believes would best explain and help the citizens to make
an informed decision. He recommended using the same consultant that did the prior
postcard. It was the consensus of the Commission that the City Manager be charged with
making the decision on costs/consultant regarding the Charter Amendment postcard mail -
out.
Mr. Bonaparte stated he had received a call earlier today from
Commissioner Patty Mahany noting she had jury duty but hoped to be in attendance at the
7 P.M. regular meeting.
There being no further business, the meeting adj#rned at 5:58 P.M.
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