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MINUTES OF THE OCOEE CITY COMMISSION MEETING
HELD FEBRUARY 17, 1998
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vandergrift called the regular meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. in the Commission
Chambers. Pastor Ron Cargil, Harvest International Ministries, led in the prayer and Mrs.
Hilda Ems, led in the pledge of allegiance. The roll was called and a quorum declared present.
PRESENT: Mayor Vandergrift, Commissioners Anderson, Glass ( arrived at 7:30 p.m.),
Howell and Parker. Also present were City Manager Shapiro, City Attorney
Rosenthal, Director of Community Relations/Projects Resnik, Planning Director
Wagner, Public Works Director Smith, Fire Chief Strosnider, Recreation Director
Nordquist, Finance Director Horton, Finance Supervisor Carter and City Clerk
Grafton.
ABSENT: None.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
Mayor Vandergrift read the following proclamation:
HEALTH CENTRAL DAY IN OCOEE- MARCH 1, 1998.
CONSENT AGNEDA
The consent agenda consisted of items A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and I. Commissioner Anderson
pulled item F of the consent agenda for discussion. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by
Commissioner Parker. moved to approve items A, B, C, D, E. G. H and I of the consent agenda
as presented. Motion carried 5-0.
A. Approval and Acceptance of Minutes of City Commission Regular Meeting of February
3, 1998.
B. Approval and Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to execute Prairie Lakes
Subdivision, Phases 3, 4, & 5-Final Subdivision Plan, Project No. 97-001
• This will include a total of 70 single family residential lots, located on the east side of
Clarke Road, just north of Hackney Prairie Road. Also includes one 4.34 acre
commercial lot which is not being developed at this time.
C. Approval and Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to execute Remington Oaks (fka
Burnden Park) - Final Subdivision Plan, Project No. 96-007.
1. First Amendment to the Developer Agreement (Burnden Park, Phase I)
2. Drainage Easement Agreement (Hackney-Prairie Road)
• This will include a total of 140 single family residential lots, located a quarter mile east
of Clarke Road, on both the north and south sides of Hackney Prairie Road.
D. Approval and Acceptance of $21, 654 Grant Awarded by Department of Community
Affairs for Fully Self-Sustained Mutual Aid Emergency Response Unit (Disaster
Trailer) and Authorization for Mayor to execute the Subsequent Contract, Pending
Review by the City Attorney.
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• Florida Administrative Code requires a response within 21 days from the local governing
body.
E. Appointment of Sam Woodson to Metroplan Orlando's Citizens' Advisory Committee.
• Metroplan Orlando was formerly known as Orlando Urban Area Transportation Study.
G. Approval and Authorization for Lease/Purchase of Vehicles-City Wide.
• Financing through Sun Trust for purchase of vehicles authorized in Fiscal Year 98
Budget.
H. Approval and Authorization to Sponsor Health Central's Family Reunion at the Silver
Level with $1,500 from Legislative Community Promotion Account.
• Sponsorships are available for organization to take part in the 5-year anniversary
celebration: Platinum - $5,000, Gold - $2,500, Silver- $1,500 and Merit - $750.
I. Approval and Authorization to Award Bid for Vignetti Recreation Center/Adair Street
Station Renovation to Southlake Constructors, Inc., Approve the Recommended
Financing for the Project, and Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute any
documents necessary.
• Four bids were received for this project. Staff recommends limiting the scope of work to
a list as provided in the report and using funds as follows: General Fund/Recreation
Department$35,500, Recreational Impact Fund/Community $20,111.
Item III. F of the consent agenda was discussed here.
APPROVAL AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE CABLE
TELEVISION FRANCHISE FEE AUDIT WITH LEWIS AND ASSOCIATES.
Commissioner Anderson asked questions as to the future of cable industries and whether they
would one day merge with phone companies. After a lengthy discussion had ensued,
Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Glass, moved to approve item III. F of
the consent agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC
Former Commissioner Gleason, 856 Hammocks Drive, commended and thanked the
following:
1) Commended Mayor Vandergrift for hosting the town meeting on Monday, February 16,
1998, regarding Ocoee school issues;
2) Thanked Mayor Vandergrift on behalf of Health Central for the proclamation;
3) Thanked the City for its sponsorship and participation of the Health Central reunion and
invited all to attend their 5th year anniversary on Saturday, March 7, 1998, from 11:00 a.m.
to 3:00 p.m. on the hospital grounds; and
4) Thanked City Manager Shapiro and City Clerk Grafton for all their help in hosting the West
Orange Youth Leadership Program.
COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Anderson:
1) Announced the Golf Tournament at Green Valley Country Club on March 8 to raise funds for
the Big Orange Games.
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2) Announced the Big Orange Games: swimming at YMCA on May 1 and field games at Ocoee
Middle School May 2.
3) Announced that the Central Florida Fair at the Fair Grounds February 26 through March 8,
1998.
Commissioner Glass:
1) Announced that his friend, Carol Bradshaw, passed away last Thursday leaving a husband
and four young children. He thanked all for their continued prayers.
Commissioner Parker:
1) Announced that the Ocoee Homeowners Association would be having an organizational
meeting at the West Oaks Mall community room February 26, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss
common problems and common solutions in city government and encouraged all to attend.
For more information call Susan Falls at 656-3787.
2) Announced that Health Central Auxiliary will be having a craft fair and flea market in the
south parking lot of Health Central Saturday, February 21, 1998, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Commissioner Howell:
1) Wished City Clerk Grafton a happy birthday.
2) Would like City to consider opening a day-care for its employees. Mr. Shapiro said he
planned to present the idea to the Employee Committee and see if employees had an interest
in the idea and whether it was feasible for the City.
3) Inquired as to when and where the next City Road Show would be held. Ms. Resnik said
they were tentatively looking at March 26, 1998, at 6:00 p.m. at Spring Lake Elementary, and
asked the Commission's pleasure. Mr. Shapiro said hamburgers and hot dogs would also be
served.
Mayor Vandergrift announced that, without objection, the next City Road Show would be for
District No. 1 on March 26, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. at Spring Lake Elementary.
Mayor Vandergrift:
1) Announced that there would be a ribbon cutting in front of the Colony Hotel Friday,
February 20, 1998, at 10:00 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
VALVOLINE AT LAKE OLYMPIA SQUARE-SPECIAL EXCEPTION - CASE No. 2-2SE-97:
VALVOLINE.
Planning Director Wagner presented the staff report and displayed an aerial view of the subject
property on the overhead projector. He explained that the applicant wished to develop this parcel
with two uses: a Valvoline instant oil change facility and a general retail building. The retail
building is a permitted use in a C-2 zone, but the Valvoline facility would fall under the
definition of an Automotive Service Station in the Land Development Code. It is permitted in a
C-2 zone only with Special Exception approval. Staff recommended approval of the Special
Exception.
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Mr. Ron Henson, Consulting Engineer for Design Service Group, answered questions regarding
the retail building and the type of services that would be rendered at the Valvoline instant oil
change facility.
The public hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Glass, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to approve a Special
Exception for Valvoline at Lake Olympia Square (Case #2-2SE-97:Valvoline), to be built
according to the attached Preliminary Plan as date stamped received by the City on January 29,
1998. including the Conditions of Approval and Waivers identified thereon. Motion carried 4-1
with Commissioner Anderson voting no.
OTHER BUSINESS
DISCUSSION/ACTION RE: RESOLUTION No. 98-02, RECOGNIZING THE EFFORTS OF THE
COUNTY TAX EQUALIZATION TASK FORCE AND SUPPORTING THE 85-15 FORMULA SPLIT.
City Attorney Rosenthal read this Resolution by title only. City Manager Shapiro said for the
record, that the letter requested by Mayor Hood to County Chairman Chapin regarding this issue
would carry more weight if accompanied by a resolution of this Commission.
Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Glass, moved to adopt Resolution No. 98-02.,
recognizing the efforts of the County Tax Equalization Task Force and supporting the 85-15
formula split, as presented. Motion carried 5-0.
DISCUSSION/ACTION RE: RESOLUTION No. 98-03, PERTAINING TO THE GOVERNOR'S
BUILDING CODE STUDY COMMISSION.
City Attorney Rosenthal read this Resolution by title only. City Manager Shapiro explained
that this was the Resolution authorized on February 3, 1998, at the regularly scheduled City
Commission meeting. Staff recommended approval of Resolution No. 98-03.
Commissioner Parker announced the Community Forum on Construction Concerns Thursday,
March 5, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
After brief discussion, Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Glass. moved to adopt
Resolution No. 98-03, pertaining to the Governor's Building Code Study Commission, as
presented. Motion carried 5-0.
DISCUSSION/ACTION RE: QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT.
Finance Director Horton presented the staff report and responded to questions from
Commission.
Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to accept the Quarterly
Financial Report as presented. Motion carried 5-0.
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DISCUSSION/ACTION RE: AWARD OF BID FOR YARD WASTE CONTRACT.
Finance Supervisor Carter presented the staff report, noting that the Commission decided
during this fiscal year's budget process (FY 97/98) that it would privatize its collection and
disposal of residential yard and bulky waste. To this end, the City published Request for Proposal
#98-02. Out of the 5 proposals received, the Selection Committee saw Jennings Environmental
Services, Inc., as the best candidate to provide the-City with collection.and disposal of its
residential yard and bulky waste. Although the Jennings alternate rate proposal of $2.01 per
month presented an attractive option, this would require rescheduling most of the yard waste
routes and pick-up days for the City's residents. Therefore, the City proposed awarding to
Jennings at the proposed $2.25 rate and then negotiating with Jennings to phase into the $2.01
rate. It was estimated that this phase-in period would require approximately three months to
implement in order to notify residents of the new yard waste pick-up day. The Selection
Committee recommended awarding Jennings Environmental Services, Inc. with a contract for its
Residential Yard and Bulky Waste Collection. Mr. Carter and Public Works Director Smith
then responded to questions.
Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Howell, moved to award the contract for
Residential Yard and Bulky Waste Collection and Disposal to Jennings Environmental Services,
Inc. in the amount of $2.25 per household per month and to authorize staff to negotiate with
Jennings Environmental Services, Inc. to implement and phase in Yard Waste Collection at the
proposed $2.01 rate; and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract consistent
with the RFP and the addenda thereto. Motion carried 5-0.
Mrs. Tammy Denhart, Customer Service Coordinator for Jennings Environmental Services,
Inc., introduced herself and was present to answer questions.
Mr. Jim Swan, Government Contracts for Jennings Environmental Services, explained and
responded to questions regarding the phase-in period.
Public Works Director Smith thanked Commissioner Anderson for all his help on the Selection
Committee.
STAFF REPORTS
Planning Director Wagner distributed a memorandum proposing a Joint Workshop with the
Planning and Zoning Commission February 25, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers
for the purpose of discussing the SR 50 Activity Center Plan and an Interim Report given by
TransCore regarding the City's Master Transportation Plan.
Mayor Vandergrift announced that, without objection, Commission would hold a Joint
Workshop February 25, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the following: 1) SR 50 Activity Center
Plan; and 2) an Interim Report given by TransCore.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Commissioner Parker:
1) Announced the RSVP No. 656-2218.
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Commissioner Glass:
1) Thanked staff for putting items on the consent agenda, as he had requested.
Commissioner Anderson:
1) Noted that White Road/Orlando Avenue was looking tattered and asked who maintains it.
City Manager Shapiro advised that the City maintains it to the City limits and the design
contract has gone to PEC as authorized at an earlier meeting. The activity plan showing the
proposed schedule for all projects will be distributed within a couple of weeks.
2) Announced Business After Hours will be February 19 at Health Central 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
3) Announced the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Health Central on February 20.
4) Announced the West Orange Chamber Banquet at Disney Boardwalk February 27.
5) Announced Little League parade at 8:00 a.m. starting at the Middle School March 7.
Commissioner Howell:
1) Noted that the Occasion of Ocoee at the Ocoee Elementary School is the same time as the
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. He said he hoped they would understand that the
Commissioners were hosting the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, therefore could not attend
the school function.
Mayor Vandergrift:
1) Announced a special invitation to the Smart Schools Clearinghouse Board public hearing in
the media center at Ocoee Middle School on February 24 at 10:00 a.m.
2) Announced the Orange County School Board meeting February 24 at 7:00 p.m.
3) Proposed forming an Education Advisory Commission and appointing former Mayor Dabbs
to Chair that Commission. He directed attention to Mr. Dabbs' letter responding to a
question regarding the goals of the proposed Education Commission and where the
Education Commission fits into the existing structure. Mr. Dabbs stated for the record, "I
don't envision, nor do I believe the Mayor envisions, the Education Commission being a
"maverick" commission, but one which is visionary, hearing from the community its
concerns regarding education as well as suggestions for making the educational process
better for the children and youth it serves." Mayor Vandergrift added that, at the town
meeting held February 16, approximately ten citizens had volunteered to serve on that
Commission. Mayor Vandergrift asked for input from the Commission, and then announced
that, without objection, Lester Dabbs would serve as Commissioner of Education for the City
of Ocoee.
4) Announced that he had attended a meeting regarding the West Reliever Airport, where the
attendees were advised that the Federal Aviation Administration had approved a request to
extend the airspace coverage on the three proposed sites until September 30, 1998, but that a
decision on the final location must be made before that date. He explained that the concept
of an airport to serve Apopka, Ocoee, and Winter Garden was proposed in the late sixties,
and the Tri-City Airport Authority was created. In 1982, the Greater Orlando Aviation
Authority, the cities of Orlando, Apopka, Ocoee, and Winter Garden, and the State of Florida
Department of Transportation entered into an agreement under which the Authority agreed to
determine the need for a new general aviation airport in the West Orange County area and to
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select a site. Mayor Vandergrift displayed the location of several proposed sites on the
overhead, and advised that the County has said it would cooperate with the cities to put in the
airport. City Manager Shapiro asked for specific direction for staff before proceeding further
with studies.
Commissioner Glass, Commissioner Howell, and Commissioner Parker each expressed a desire
to learn more about the economics, etc. before giving the issue a stamp of approval.
Commissioner Anderson pointed out one economic benefit would be that the airport would be a
training facility. City Manager Shapiro said that direction to staff to look into the possibility
would not be committing to building an airport.
Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, moved to direct staff to look into
the concept and feasibility. Motion carried 5-0.
5) The Ocoee Rent-a-Choir sang Happy Birthday to Beth Vandergrift, Betty Hager and Jean
Grafton.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Attest: APPROVED
City of Ocoee
Jean Grafton, City Clerk S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor
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Item III A
MINUTES OF THE CITY OF OCOEE
TOWN MEETING '�
HELD FEBRUARY 16, 1998 Li U
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vandergrift called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Commission Chambers.
Lester Dabbs, Jr. led in the prayer and Orange County Commissioner Bob Freeman led in
the pledge of allegiance.
PRESENT: Mayor Vandergrift, Commissioners Howell and Parker. Also present were
City Manager Shapiro, City Clerk Grafton and Deputy City Clerk Gosnell.
ABSENT: Commissioner Scott Anderson and Commissioner Scott Glass.
INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS/VIPS
Mayor Vandergrift introduced the Ocoee City Commission and Staff. Also introduced were
Orange County Commissioner Bob Freeman, Barbara Trovillion Rushing, candidate for OCSB,
Dr. Michael Mekdeci, Associate Superintendent - Governmental Relations for Orange County,
Nora Gledich, OCPS, Dr. Nick Gledich, OCPS Area Director, Joe Worsham, OCPS, and former
mayor/commissioner Lester Dabbs, Jr.
DISCUSSION: FORMING SPECIAL ADVISORY BOARD TO CITY COMMISSION ON
OCOEE SCHOOLS
Mayor Vandergrift discussed the Public School Construction Study Commission handout and
volunteer forms which were available for anyone to pick up, and announced that the City of
Ocoee was selected as one of two cities to be on a committee initiated by the Orange County
School Board to resolve shortfall issues in the schools.
Mayor Vandergrift discussed the State of the City Report made in January to the City
Commission, specifically having to do with schools. Also, Mayor Vandergrift suggested the
information received from the City of Delray Beach and suggested goals could be used as a
footprint for forming the committee.
Former Mayor/Commissioner Lester Dabbs, Jr. spoke of the opportunity for misconceptions
to be cleared up with everyone sitting at the same table, and welcomed the opportunity for all
those concerned with education and quality to "get on the same page" to discuss problems and
solutions. Mr. Dabbs stated that he does not support an "Ocoee School System" and stated that
children should go to quality schools and quality buildings.
Mayor Vandergrift stated that he will be asking the City Commission at the February 17, 1998,
meeting to appoint Mr. Dabbs to head this committee.
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Commissioner Howell stated that he was attending tonight's meeting to hear what everyone had
to say, and that he was not convinced that we need a committee, but wants to do what is best for
the schools.
Commissioner Parker spoke to the issue of families wanting safe, sensible, sound buildings,
and that families want to be close to schools, and that all schools should be equal—that sensible
buildings that are functional could be built. She stated that the taxpayers, voters and parents
should be listened to.
Mayor Vandergrift opened the floor for citizen comments with regard to the foiming of a
committee, and announced that there will be an Orange County School Board Hearing on the
issue of Ocoee schools and other issues at 7:00 p.m. on February 24, 1998, at the School Board
facilities.
Former Commissioner Jim Gleason spoke to the issue of redistricting, and how parents must
research issues, attend school board meetings, and work together as a community with elected
officials for this to be successful. Mr. Gleason challenged everyone in the room to get involved.
Mayor Vandergrift stated that he was concerned with safety of the children in his neighborhood
who would have to walk to school with no sidewalks around the lake.
Mr. Steve Petrowske, 2529 Dovetail Drive, stated that he wanted the children in the
neighborhood to stay in the "envelope" of the community, and that the sense of"closeness" is
lost if children are moved to other schools.
Mr. Vic Cappiello, 856 Enola Way, stated that he wanted his children to have a very good
education, and would like to see it happen in public schools.
Mr. Jeffrey Ingram, 2383 Greywall Avenue, President of the HOA, stated that he has two
children going to Spring Lake Elementary. Mr. Ingram spoke to the issues raised at the last
OCSB meeting and thinks that the OCSB should fast-track a new school for the Ocoee area. Mr.
Ingram stated that everyone needs to get involved and have civic pride.
Ms. Candi Eberle, 2621 Coventry Lane, stated she was strongly against rezoning.
Commissioner Howell expressed his concerns for the safety of the children at Spring Lake and
asked the OCSB to make sure they follow-up and resolve those issues. Mayor Vandergrift
agreed that safety is a very important issue, along with traffic circulation and seeking alternative
access to Spring Lake Elementary. Mayor Vandergrift expressed his concern for the children
crossing Palm Drive when the Beltway goes in.
Mayor Vandergrift asked Ms. Barbara Rushing if she had any comments. Ms. Rushing
responded that she came to listen and see what everyone had to say.
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DISCUSSION: SPRING LAKE ELEMENTARY REZONING ISSUES
Former Commissioner Jim Gleason addressed the issue of redistricting and advised those who
intend to appear before the School Board that certain words and phrases would close the ears of
members; i.e., Pine Hills, crime, race, gangs, value of homes, etc., but the issues of feeder
patterns, overcrowding, neighborhoods, participation in sports and other extracurricular activities
would invite member participation in the discussion. Mr. Gleason suggested parents find the
population of the schools in the area and potential sites that are being considered around Clarke
Road. He said that only 3-4 speakers who are efficient, organized, prepared, and professional
should be selected to speak on behalf of the group.
Ms. Karen Cappiello, 856 Enola Way, asked how to get involved and obtain information.
Mayor Vandergrift responded that parents could volunteer on committees and that he advocated
a TV network awareness program. He also is proposing a City-wide newsletter.
Orange County Commissioner Bob Freeman spoke to the issue of getting back to community
schools, and that people want to feel safe going to and from school. Commissioner Freeman
stated that it is rare to see School Board members attend these types of controversial meetings,
but that Mrs. Rushing is everywhere.
Mr. Mickey Spencer, 2620 Greywall Avenue, reminded parents regarding the School Board
meeting on February 24, and spoke to the issues of the last School Board meeting, specifically
the proposals addressed having to do with Hiawassee and Spring Lake. Mr. Spencer stated that
School Board member Bill Spoone wanted him to express that he wanted Ocoee children in
Ocoee schools. Mr. Spencer requested that Dr. Mekdeci explain the fifth proposal as proposed
to the School Board. Dr. Mekdeci responded that the proposal is still being worked on and it is
early enough in the year so that other proposals may be discussed.
Miss Amanda Boyle and Miss Jennifer Boyle, 2459 Andre Court, asked if anyone had asked
the kids what they thought about going to another school. Mayor Vandergrift asked the girls
what they thought. Jennifer Boyle responded that she did not want to move because her
teachers were very nice and she wanted to follow in her sister's footsteps.
Ms. Amy Gehring, 2438 Stricker Drive, requested the address and directions to the School
Board, and asked if the School Board would allow 5`h graders to stay in the same school in order
to graduate. Dr. Mekdeci gave the location and directions to the School Board, and stated that
the graduating issue was a court issue, and is a continually asked question.
Ms. Cathy Adams, 2639 Cedar Bluff Lane, stated that she had a daughter going to Spring Lake
and the class has less than 20 children, and would like to know where the overcrowding is. Dr.
Mekdeci responded that overcrowding does not occur in the classroom, but rather in the core
facilities -- media center, computer class, lunchroom, traffic, etc., and stated that he visited the
Spring Lake site and saw for himself the traffic/safety problems.
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Former Mayor/Commissioner Lester Dabbs, Jr. requested Dr. Mekdeci to answer two
questions: (1) Is it true that Frangus is not overcrowded, and (2) with reference to the Court
Order, he recalled that School Board member Katie Adams was interested in revisiting this issue
so that neighborhood schools would be a reality, and wanted to know the status. Dr. Mekdeci
responded to the questions: (1) Not true. Frangus is over capacity, and is expected to peak over
900. It is 225 - 250 over capacity right now; and (2) they did go back to Court and reduced 85%
of the cross bussing, and stated, for the most part, we do have contiguous schools.
Mayor Vandergrift asked Dr. Mekdeci if, in relationship to the school committee, he could see
a visionary process. Dr. Mekdeci responded that Dr. Smith applauds the city for the interest in
their children and schools, and the School Board embraces it and will work with the city.
Commissioner Howell spoke to the issue of safety at Spring Lake Elementary and asked if there
were any plans for renovations or new sites to build. Dr. Mekdeci stated they are looking at
additional renovations for Spring Lake Elementary, that safety was their primary concern also,
that he had met with Russ Wagner and the Planning Department, and they had been helpful in
providing information for sites.
Ms. Candi Eberle, 2621 Coventry Lane, asked Dr. Mekdeci if the School Board planned on
Hiawassee as a relief school for Spring Lake. Dr. Mekdeci replied that it was relief for
Frangus/Hiawassee.
Former Mayor/Commissioner Lester Dabbs, Jr. reiterated that it is not the intention of this
committee to work outside the established lines of communication, and that it will be made up of
people concerned about where they are going and what they can do.
Ms. Martha Lopez-Anderson, 2438 Alcobe Circle, announced the next meeting of the Ocoee
Homeowners Association on February 26, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. in the West Oaks Mall Community
Room for everyone in the community to share proper information. Contact Martha at 293-9333,
or Susan Falls at 656-3787.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Vandergrift declared meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
City of Ocoee
Fran Gosnell, Deputy City Clerk S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor
(Clerk's Note: At the Regular Session of the City Commission Meeting of February 17, 1998,
this committee was established as the Commission on Education.)
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