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SEPTEMBER 259 2023
WORK SESSION
The City Commission of the City of Sanford, Florida, met in Work
Session on Monday, September 25, 2023, at 4:00 PM, in the Commission Chambers, Is'
Floor, City Hall, and 300 North Park Avenue, Sanford, Florida.
Present: Mayor Art Woodruff
Vice Mayor Sheena R. Britton
Commissioner Kerry S. Wiggins, Sr.
Commissioner Patrick Austin
Commissioner Patty Mahany
City Manager Norton N. Bonaparte, Jr.
City Attorney William L. Colbert
City Clerk Traci Houchin
Deputy Clerk Cathy LoTempio
Mayor Woodruff called the meeting to order at 4:35 PM.
1. Briefing on Schedule F Modifications by Eileen Hinson, Director of Planning.
Ms. Hinson provided a power point presentation that included the
proposed changes and recommendations to amend Schedule F of the City's Land
Development Regulations (LDR), regarding buildings, parcels, yards, building setbacks
and lighting. She said based on unclear or absent regulations, currently included in the
code, staff initiated action to update Schedule F of the LDR's to both clarify and
incorporate language pertaining to residential parking, vehicular storage, container
storage and fencing. These amendments would address reoccurring issues with residential
storage, such as container use as well as parking trends. It will provide standards and
requirements for the installation of swimming pools as well as calcifying materials,
location and sizes for fencing or walls.
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Ms. Hinson reviewed the sections of the schedule that would have modifications.
Section 1.0 adds language providing for the purpose and intent of the schedule and
establishing the lawfulness of all provisions within the schedule. Section 2.0 provides
clarification for accessory structure design standards such as sheds and walls; adds
language specifically regulating cargo containers when used as temporary storage and
how they can be used as permanent structures. Section 3.0 added minor adjustments to
obstruction to vision at intersection language to clarify information. Section 4.0 adds
language specifically relating to swimming pools locational standards; modifies
provisions for patios, decks and porches to clarify setback and location requirements and
design criteria to allow these elements to be considered a pervious surface. Section 5.0
adds language to the following; clarifying what is considered and impervious surface;
expounding how to calculate impervious surfaces for a project; and that explains
acceptable modifications to impervious surface areas within a property. Section 6.0
simplifies the language identifying when a permit is required for a fence or a wall; adds
language improving and clarifying design, material, location and size of permanent
fences or walls; adds language regulating type, location, height and removal of fencing
for construction sites. Section 7.0 adds definition standards and criteria language that
regulates vehicle storage and screening and location of private commercial and
recreational vehicles within residential lots and developments. Section 8.0 adds language
allowing the use of portable mini -storage units temporarily as an accessory to a principle
use if it meets specific size, location, material storage, etc. criteria; adds language
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standards for the temporary use of large dumpsters from private and construction
purposed. Section 9.0 relocated lighting standards previously located in Section 4.0.
Commissioner Austin asked how long the residents will be given to clear
up current violations once these revisions are adopted. Tony Raimondo, Director of
Development Services said there were inconsistencies within Schedule F and these
revisions will help conform it. Ms. Hinson said the revisions actually give the residents
more options.
Commissioner Mahany mentioned that she is having issues with a resident
who is parks his semi -truck on the sidewalk.
Commissioner Austin expressed concern with all of the dollar stores in
town and suggested that an Ordinance could be put in place to limit the number of these
stores within the City.
Mayor Woodruff asked for more clarity regarding fences and boat
parking.
2. Discussion RE: City Managers Evaluation Form by Mayor Woodruff.
Vice Mayor Britton likes the new evaluation fonn with added details.
Mayor Woodruff asked the Commissioners if they would like to keep the scoring as it is
shown or remove it and the consensus was to keep the scoring. Mayor Woodruff said he
will provide a revised copy at the next Commission meeting.
3. Discussion RE: Mayor/Employee Award by Vice Mayor Britton.
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Mr. Bonaparte provided the Commission with some comments from City
staff. He said this will be a discussion item at the Executive Team Meeting tomorrow.
Vice Mayor Britton said that she appreciates the comments from staff. She
would like this award to be more of a loyalty award and possibly extend the length of
service to ten years or more. Commissioner Mahany suggested that the Commission put
together a video to thank the employee who is receiving the award if they choose not to
have it presented at a Commission meeting. Commissioner Austin asked Mayor
Woodruff what the process is for Teacher of the Year, perhaps they could look into that.
Fred Fosson, Director of Human Resources/Risk Management said he will
look for the City's former employee of the month procedures. Vice Mayor Britton said
that she will meet with Mr. Fosson to discuss further.
4. Regular Meeting Items — additional information
• Termination Agreement with the Community Redevelopment Agency relating
to Waterfront Catalyst Site. (RM I O.C)
Mr. Bonaparte said the Finance Director has the funding for this project.
Charles Davis, Chairman of the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), said the
CRA is sun setting December 31, 2025. All projects are to be completed by 2027. Mr.
Davis has met with City staff regarding the streetscape projects. Vice Mayor Britton
asked if anything can be done to improve the gateways into the City, especially on
Sanford Avenue and 5 1h Street. Mr. Davis said the CRA would like to assist the Public
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Art Commission with some projects. Mr. Davis said his term is ending in December,
however, he would love to continue to see the projects through.
This is an action item on tonight's meeting.
* Filing petitions for Declaratory Statement regarding PFAS and 1,4 Dioxane.
(RM 10.13)
Jake Vam, Environmental Attorney of Mason Bolves quickly reviewed
two petitions that he would like to file on behalf of the City. He then asked if the
Commission has any questions regarding this item. Mr. Colbert said this is a request that
would authorize and allow Mr. Varn to file the petitions. And to be clear, this is not an
item saying that the City is suing the State agencies.
This is an action item on tonight's agenda.
5. Briefing Items
6. City Manager Comments
Mr. Bonaparte provided the September City Manager's Report.
Commissioner Austin asked if the Commission could receive this report the Friday prior
to the meeting so there is time to read through it.
Mr. Bonaparte said Historic Downtown Sanford has an app for residents
or visitors to show them where parking is available.
Vice Mayor Britton said she had a phenomenal meeting with Brady
Lessard, Director of Economic Development and Pamela Lynch, Project Manager of
Economic Development. She would like to see something happen with the exterior
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upkeep of the mall. Commissioner Mahany said Tony Raimondo, Director of
Development Services, is working on some of those issues.
Commissioner Austin suggested donating $500 for a public purpose and
would like to contribute towards Hopper Academy, as they are battling termites. He will
bring it up at tonight's meeting.
Commissioner Mahany asked Cindy Lindsay, Director of Finance, for the
balance of her Commissioner fund. Commissioner Austin would like his balance as well.
Commissioner Mahany said she met the new pastor of the New Harbor
Christian Church in her district. He has offered to allow the City use his church for
meetings. She will invite him to attend a Commission meeting to introduce himself.
Commissioner Austin wished the Mayor a Happy Birthday.
Mayor Woodruff handed out some corrections to the minutes. Vice Mayor
Britton said the minutes should read she met with Lisa Jones not Lisa Holder.
Mayor Woodruff said this Friday is the City's 145"' Birthday. The City
should begin planning the 1501h Birthday. He thanked the Utility Department for handing
an issue with a concerned customer.
There being no further business, the meeting adjou ed at 1 PM.
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