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OCOEE CITY COMMISSION
February 5, 2008
6:00 P.M.
State of the City Address
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
I A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vandergrift called the regular session to order at 7: 15 p.m. in the Commission Chambers of
City Hall. Commissioner Anderson gave the Invocation and Commissioner Johnson led the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. City Clerk Eikenberry called roll and declared a quorum present.
Roll Call: Commissioner Hood, Commissioner Anderson, Mayor Vandergrift, Commissioner
Keller, and Commissioner Johnson (absent).
Also Present: City Attorney Rosenthal, City Manager Frank, City Clerk Eikenberry
[ B. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
Mayor Vandergrift introduced Leroy Turner, former Police Chief, in the audience.
Jim Bateman, Commander of West Orange VFW Post #4305, offered a case of car window
flags for anyone who wishes to use them.
District-Sponsored Workshop on Low Impact Development - Nancy Christman, Senior
Intergovernmental Coordinator at SJWMD.
Ms. Christman gave an overview of the programs currently in place and discussed upcoming
workshops designed get local governments working together with SJWMD to promote water
conservation and reduce impact on natural resources.
Presentation on Red Light Cameras. (Lt. Brad Dreasher)
Lt. Dreasher gave a PowerPoint presentation showing some of the current locations where red
light cameras are in place.
Discussion incurred which included vehicle owners being liable even if someone else is driving
their vehicle; installation of the red light cameras is at the cost of the vendor; installation can be
done in 30-60 days; legal issues regarding pending state legislation; vendor agreeing to give
warning notices only until the legislation is determined; being grandfathered under municipal
revenue source if state legislators determine the citation money should go to the state; the RFQ
process; determination of where the red light cameras are needed; and possibility of
piggybacking of another government contract.
Consensus of the Commission that staff should move forward with the
installation of red Iiaht cameras usina a Piaavback contract, if possible, or
puttina out an RFP and have Commissioner Johnson sit on the RFP Board.
Presentation - Present Plaque to Mark Johnson from the Ocoee Jr. Knights Baseball Team
- Mike Crabb.
Mr. Crabb and several members of the Ocoee Jr. Knights Baseball Team presented a plaque to
Parks and Recreation Employee Mark Johnson for going "above and beyond" with his
preparation of the field for their team.
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I C. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC
Leroy Turner, 615 South Lakewood, said there are two vehicles coming through at night and
late afternoon drag racing on his street and they have already tom up people's yard on two
occasions. He also complained about the loud music from the cars. Public Works Director
Krug said this is one of the streets being studied for traffic calming and it appears that it may
qualify at the top of the list; he will know more when the study is completed. Mayor
Vandergrift also suggested that they begin a neighborhood watch and asked Chief Reffett to
speak to him about possibly parking a police vehicle in the neighborhood to deter speeders.
I D. COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Hood 1) thanked the West Orange Senior Citizens for donating $600 to the City
for the use of the City Bus. 2) Ocoee Boys Basketball starts districts tomorrow night, and 3)
asked him to call him on his cell phone and report the score of the regional soccer tournament
that is in progress.
Commissioner Anderson 1) Rain Barrel workshop at the Community Center on February 9,
2008, beginning at 10:00. It is free to Ocoee residents.
Commissioner Johnson 1) Little League parade and opening ceremonies are on February 23,
with the parade beginning at 8:00 a.m.
Commissioner Keller- no announcements
Mayor Vandergrift - read a letter from the Clarcona Improvement Association regarding the
Evans School move; they will be having a meeting at 201 South Roseland Avenue at 2 p.m. He
advised they are trying to raise $5000 to get an attorney. There are signs for sale for $5
"IMPROVE DON'T MOVE EVANS HIGH SCHOOL"
I E. CONSENT AGENDA
Approval and Acceptance of the Regular City Commission Min
2008. (City Clerk Eikenberry)
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
January 15,
2. ApPl"ovalqfSpeci~lEv~!1t P~rmitfor qQ3tg3ceq.pS . ing Offi~ial
Jones)
Mr. William Tetro of South Florida Outboard has made application to the City for a Special Events Permit for a
Boat Race that would require the temporary closing of a City owned street, Starke Lake Boat Ramp and Fishing
Pier. It would also require the use of the City Park and Community Center Parking Lot. The event will be held
on March 14-16,2008. The street to be closed is a portion ofN. Lakeshore Drive.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
3. Approval .0fPurchase of. Waterproof Radars for Police Motorcycles from Forfeiture
Accountp.()f to.e.xceed $6;500.00. (Pqlice ..(1]hiefReffett)
The Police Department's traffic enforcement motorcycles occasionally operate in inclement weather with speed
detection radars. Standard radars are not made for use in such weather. Such use causes damage to the radars,
voids warrantees, and requires more service. Waterproof radars are specifically manufactured for use in
inclement weather. The Police Department wishes to purchase two (2) waterproof radars at a total cost of not
more than $6,500.00 total from its Forfeiture account.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
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4. Approval to Extend and/or Grant Forfeiture Monies to Enforcement Related Uses
andCharities.(Police.Cbh~f Reffett)
Per Florida State Statutes 932.7055 "...any local law enforcement agency that acquires at least $15,000.00
pursuant to the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act within a fiscal year must expend or donate no less than 15
percent of such proceeds for the support or operation of any drug treatment, drug abuse education, drug
prevention, crime prevention, safe neighborhood, or school resource officer program(s)". It is recommended
that the Honorable Mayor and Board of City Commissioners authorize the Police Department to expend and! or
grant forfeiture funds to law enforcement related uses/ charities as follows: $1,500.00 to Central Florida Police
Athletic League; $1,500.00 to A Child Is Missing; $1,500.00 to Spouse Abuse Inc. Harbor House; $1,500.00 to
Orange County Sexual Assault Treatment Center; $1,500.00 to Orange County Victim Services Center;
$1,500.00 for bicycle helmet purchase; $2,000.00 to the City of Ocoee Safety Spring Fling; and $2,500.00 to
the Ocoee Police Explorers.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
5. Approval ofP.urchase ofGPSTracker from Forfeiture not to exceed $7,500.00.
(Police€hiefi,effett)
GPS trackers may be placed in commonly stolen, high value items allowing police officers to track the items
and lead the officers to the criminals who steal them. The Police Department wishes to purchase a GPS tracker
at a cost of not more than $7,500.00 from its Forfeiture account.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
6. ApproY;lI.. of .}lurcbas ~icros~[t. ~lreets>a~~T . Software with GPS from
FoffeitllreAccollllfllot xceed $3;500.00. (Police Chi ffett)
Microsoft Streets and Trips Software with GPS can be useful in establishing perimeters for emergency
operations or when searching for missing persons or wanted criminals, in storm or disaster damaged areas
where street signs and other landmarks have been destroyed, and assisting other agencies in jurisdictions where
our officers may not be familiar with streets and landmarks. The Police Department wishes to purchase forty-
five (45) sets of Microsoft Streets and Trips Software with GPS for its marked patrol units for a total cost of not
more than $3,500.00 from its Forfeiture account.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
7. Appro f€hallge O~(lerNo.lwitbYollllg'
Reflections and Reserve Reclaimed WaterDi
Ellgilleer..Wh~eler)
Young's Communications Co., Inc., is presently installing the water mains and service taps for reclaimed water
service in the Reflections and Reserve subdivisions using directional boring techniques. During the course of
the project, changes in alignment were required to avoid underground obstacles that resulted in a change in the
number and type of fittings used (some quantities are higher, others are lower) and increased the total amount of
surface restoration required above that originally anticipated. A change order is required to reconcile the final
project quantities with those in the contract. The amount of the change order is an increase of$7,580.24 in the
Reflections Subdivision project and $14,611.50 in the Reserve Subdivision project. Both cost changes are
based on the contract unit prices and City-measured quantities, with no adjustment in contract time.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
mmunications Co., Inc. for the
ution System Projects. (City
Aw~rd o~Contractto SHpthern Site/Wo~ks, Illc. fHfConstruction)()fTraffic..~ignal at
Ocoee-Apopka Road and West Road Intersection. (City Engineer Wheeler)
Orange County is proceeding with the construction of the realignment of West Road at this time and had
advanced the funding of the project through excess funds available from the Legacy Funding from the Orange
County Board of Commissioners. As part of the tri-party agreement between the City of Ocoee, Orange
County, and Ocoe, LLC (aka: Halverson Development), the City agreed to design, permit, and construct the
traffic signal at the intersection of Ocoee-Apopka Road and the realigned West Road. Also as part of that
agreement, the City would proceed with the design and permitting of the temporary portion of West Road and
Orange County would fund the construction of the temporary road. Ocoe, LLC was able to receive approval of
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their commercial development at the northeast corner of the intersection and part of that project they would pay
the City for the design, permitting, and construction of the turn lanes in the new West Road realignment project.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
Consent Agenda Vote:
Commissioner Keller. seconded bv Commissioner Johnson moved to approve
Items #1 throuah #8 on the Consent Aaenda. Motion carried 5-0.
I F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9. West RV& Boa.fStorage -Large ScalePrelimiita.ry/Fiita.rSite Plan. (Advertised ill/he
OrlqrJdo Orangegxtra on Thursdqy, JqrJuaryg4, 2()08}.(~~Qior;lUannerllqweU)
West RV & Boat Storage is approximately 9.85 acres in size and is located on the west side of Ocoee-Apopka
Road, across from the West Orange Girls Club. The Preliminary / Final Site Plan proposes the construction of
an RV and boat storage complex with an on-site office building.
Senior Planner Howell explained the amendments to the Developer Agreement and the waivers
that are being requested.
AMENDMENTS TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT.
These requests include amendments to Sections 4, 6(C), and 7(8). Section 4 requires the developer to
construct raised median separators at his own expense to accommodate the large auto and truck
traffic that is anticipated to access this development. The owner desires to delete this requirement from
the Development Agreement. Section 6(C) requires the developer to install drainage pipes and
enclose the existing drainage ditch adjacent to Ocoee-Apopka Road. The owner desires to delete this
requirement from the Development Agreement. Section 7(8) requires the developer to connect to
sewer lines or a lift station in accordance with the City's utility master plans. The owner desires to
amend this section of the Development Agreement to permit a septic tank for the property until such
time that City sewer service is available. At such time sewer service is available; the owner will
discontinue use of the septic tank, and remove it from the property. Staff supports these amendments
for this use only. Staff believes these sections of the agreement should be applicable if a different or
more intense use was to be developed on the surrounding properties or this parcel.
WAIVERS
The first waiver that is being requested is to Section 6.14.C(3)(a) of the Land Development Code. This
section of the Land Development Code requires shade trees to be a minimum of 3 to 3.5 inches
diameter breast height. The applicant has requested a reduction of this requirement to reduce the size
of the required shade trees in the rear portion of the site to a size ranging from 1 to 1.5 inches
diameter breast height based on reasoning that this area of the site is isolated from the public in a
gated secure area.
The second waiver that is being requested is to Section 6.14.C(2)(b )(1) of the Land Development
Code. This section of the Land Development Code requires a 25-foot wide landscape buffer along
Ocoee-Apopka Road. The applicant has requested to reduce this buffer to 15-feet in width in exchange
for planting 75-percent of the buffer area with shrubs and groundcover.
The third waiver that is being requested is to Section 6.14.C(2)(c)(1) of the Land Development Code.
This section of the Land Development Code requires 3 understory trees per 100 lineal feet in
landscape buffers that are required between parcels. The applicant is requesting a waiver to this
requirement to eliminate the required understory trees in the rear portion of the site based on
reasoning that this area of the site is isolated from the public in a gated secure area. Shade trees
measuring 1 to 1.5 inches diameter breast height will be provided in the affected buffers.
The fourth waiver that is being requested is to Section 6.14.C(2)(d) of the Land Development Code.
This section of the Land Development Code requires 1 tree to be provided for each 4 parking spaces
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provided on site. The applicant is requesting an elimination of this requirement in the parking area for
the RV's and boats based on reasoning that this parking area will consist of grass, not asphalt.
The fifth waiver that is being requested is to Section 6.14.C(2)(m)(iv) of the Land Development Code.
This section of the Land Development Code requires all electric, cable, and telephone lines located on-
site and internal roadways to be buried underground. The applicant is requesting a waiver to this
requirement to allow the existing electric, cable, and telephone lines along the Ocoee-Apopka Road
right-of-way to remain above ground based on estimates that conclude under grounding these utilities
are cost prohibitive related to construction of this project.
Mayor Pre Tem Johnson opened the Public Hearing.
Kevin Keller, said he resides at subdivision just north of this site. He said he would be
concerned about any waivers with reference to landscaping because it would not look as good as
the Girl's Club across the street. He also feels strongly that a turn lane is necessary because the
large boat and trailer traffic will cause traffic issues on that road where people commonly speed.
He also doesn't understand why the lines would be allowed to remain above ground if everything
else on that road will be below ground.
Milton West (and Scott West), Developers, said the power lines would be cost prohibitive to
bury them under ground. He advised the landscaping will look very good in front because the
waivers just apply to the back of the property. He said as far as the turn lane, there was a traffic
study that proved it was not warranted and Orange County agreed that it wasn't warranted. An
engineer for the developer said they do not feel they should put in a turn lane that is not
warranted because it could cause more problems by interfering with the traffic flow. He said
they consulted the Girl's Club across the street and they said they also did not want a turn lane.
Mayor Vandergrift asked where the site was in relationship to Wurst Road and it was shown on
the map. Mr. West also added that the entrance to his property will be lined up to be exactly
across from the Girls' Club entrance to avoid traffic flow issues.
Commissioner Anderson asked if we have any idea when Ocoee Apopka might be widened.
City Manager Frank said he doesn't believe it is currently on the County's five year plan.
Commissioner Anderson said he does not feel there is a need for the turn lane at this time, but
asked what Commission can do to ensure that a turn lane is placed there if it becomes needed in
the future. Commissioner Johnson said, as with all intersections, if they become a problem we
have to look at it at that time; right now we have to go with what the County is saying because it
is a County Road and they don't feel that a turn lane is necessary.
Mayor Vandergrift asked about how long before Wurst Road goes through; he would like to
see it put on our County wish list along with the widening of Clarcona Ocoee. City Manager
Frank said many things will now be delayed with the passing of Amendment #1 last week.
City Attorney Rosenthal clarified that the developer, Milton West, agrees with the Planning
and Zoning Board.
Commissioner Johnson. seconded by Commissioner Hood. moved to approve
the Lan:le Scale Preliminary/Final Site Plan West RV & Boat Storaae as
recommended by the Plannina and Zonina Board subiect to the execution of the
First Amendment of the Development Aareement consistent with that
recommendation. Motion carried 5-0.
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The City commission approved the purchase of land and the existing structure at 646 Ocoee Commerce
Parkway for use by the Ocoee Police Department. The existing building will require some renovations. The
purchase price and cost of estimated renovations is $4,000,000. SunTrust has proposed a fifteen year financing
structure with semi-annual interest only payments for the first two years beginning August 1, 2008, with final
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maturity 2023. The notes will be bank qualified with a fixed interest rate and secured by a pledge from the city
to covenant to budget and appropriate annually legally available non ad valorem revenues.
City Attorney Rosenthal read the title of the resolution.
Finance Director Horton said this financing is for the purchase of land with an eXIstmg
structure at 646 Ocoee Commerce Parkway for use by the Ocoee Police Department. The
existing building will require some renovations. The purchase price and cost of estimated
renovations is $4,000,000, which is the amount being financed. SunTrust has proposed a bank
qualified fifteen year financing structure with semi-annual interest-only payments for the first
two years beginning August 1,2008, with final maturity 2023. The interest rate was locked in on
Friday at 3.59%. There is no prepayment penalty which allows greater flexibility for paying it
off. The maximum annual principal and interest payments would be $370,000 annually. Staff
recommends commission approve the proposed financing.
Mayor Vandergrift opened the Public hearing.
R. P. Monacky, 1820 Prairie Lake Blvd., asked about the costs to renovate this building to make
it work for a police department application. Mayor Vandergrift said from $0 to $400,000. He
added that this building should last for 15 years, it has 15,000 square feet which doubles the size
of the current police station. It also has two sally ports to the building, and there are four
additional acres with room for expansion. Mr. Monacky asked where the building was located,
and the Mayor described its location in the area ofWal-Mart and Old Winter Garden Road. Mr.
Monacky said he thinks this building is a better location than the property at A.D Mims because
it is more centrally located.
Mayor Vandergrift closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Keller. seconded bv Commissioner Anderson moved to adopt
Resolution No. 2008-001. approvina Approval of Resolution for Financina the
Purchase of 646 Ocoee Commerce Parkway. Motion carried 5-0.
I G. REGULAR AGENDA
The terms of Members Bradley Campbell, James Golden, Robert McKey, Milton West, Nathan Conkling, and
Teska Dillard have expired, and they have all indicated an interest in being considered for reappointment. In
2007 Member Campbell has attended 9 of 9 meetings, Member Golden has attended 7 of 9 meetings, Member
McKey has attended 7 of 9 meetings, Member West has attended 9 of 9 meetings, Member Conkling has
attended 4 of 9 meetings, and Member Dillard has attended 5 of 9 meetings. There are currently two
applications from Ocoee Residents Michael Elliott and Angel de la Portilla who have also indicated an interest
in being a member of the Planning & Zoning Commission.
City Clerk Eikenberry briefly explained that the member's whose terms are up have all
indicated an interest in being reappointed however they did have additional applicants who also
would like to serve on the board. Mayor Vandergrift stated he has received a third name of an
applicant who is interested on serving on the board.
Commissioner Johnson. seconded bv Commissioner Anderson. moved to
approve the reappointment of the members who currentlv serve on the board.
Motion carried 5-0.
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City Manager Frank briefly announced they received a letter from the Woman's Club ofOcoee
where they are asking for a sponsorship for their 84th Annual Birthday Luncheon and Fashion
Show on March 1 st. He further stated they have sponsored this event in the past and he is
bringing it up for consideration by the Commission.
Commissioner Johnson. seconded by Commissioner Hood. moved to approve a
Silver Sponsorship of $250 for the Ocoee's Woman's Club 84th Annual Luncheon
and Fashion Show. Motion carried 5-0.
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The Collective Bargaining Agreement governs the terms and conditions of employment for Fire Department
Employees covered under the IAFF Union. The current Collective Bargaining Agreement is for a period of 3
years (October 1, 2005 to September 30, 2008). The Memorandum of Understanding is to increase the
Paramedic Incentive Pay from 5% of salary to $6,750.00 per year effective January 2, 2008.
Human Resources Director Carnicella briefly explained, after the approval of the ALS system,
a State Statute required them to meet with the IAFF Union to bargain over the impact of the
change being presented. He further stated the City has been paying the Firefighter/Paramedics
for several years to maintain their paramedic certification. Previously the City was paying those
paramedics 5% incentive pay as a result of them acting and performing the ALS functions. The
Union and Negotiating Team have asked that it be recommended to the Commission that the
Memorandum of Understanding be approved where the paramedics would receive, instead of a
5% incentive pay, a total of $6,750.00 per year and this would remain in effect until they re-
negotiate its successor agreement, which would hopefully be a three-year agreement that will be
brought back to the Commission. Commissioner Anderson asked for clarification on what is
changing. Mr. Carnicella said there was previously a range of approximately $1800 for the
newer employees to a high of $3400 for the senior paramedics, and now it is a flat amount of
$6700.
Commissioner Hood. seconded by Commissioner Anderson. moved to approve
the Memorandum of Understandina between the City and the IAFF Local Union.
Motion carried 5-0.
Mr. Carnicella said Firefighters Bowman and Howard were in the audience and wanted to thank
the Commission, but they were just called out on a call. Commissioner Anderson stated today
when he was watching the ALS Unit trying to get through the School District with their lights
on he noticed they slowed down to the slower speed limit. He inquired which would take
precedent, following the posted school district speed limit or responding to a call in a timely
manner. Fire Chief Firstner responded that State Statutes are pretty explicit when it comes to
emergency vehicles and response time and it does allow them to do certain things such as going
up an opposite lane or one way road, however when it comes to passing stopped school buses or
going through posted school zones they must follow those rules.
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Each year, the City hosts an Annual Appreciation Dinner to thank Board Members and other volunteers for their
time and efforts donated to the City. This year staff would like to hold the event at a city facility to be more
convenient for the guests and to create a better spirit of community.
City Manager Frank stated one of the things that the City would like to do for the volunteers on
the various boards is to serve beer/wine at this year's Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. He further
stated it does fall within their budgetary constraints and they thought it would be a nice thing to
do for all the board members who will be at the event enjoying the evening. The rules at this
point state no alcoholic beverages are allowed at city facilities.
City Attorney Rosenthal read the title of the resolution.
Mayor Vandergrift said this doesn't really need to be a resolution, there is an existing policy
saying we can't serve alcohol in city facilities and now we want to change that.
City Attorney Rosenthal said when the ordinance was established part of the discussions
included that any specific implementation required a specific vote of the commission, possibly
by resolution.
Commissioner Keller. seconded by Commissioner Anderson. moved to approve
Resolution 2008-002 approvina the servina of alcoholic beveraaes at the Annual
Appreciation Dinner on City Owned Property.
Mayor Vandergrift announced his wife belongs to the Sweet Adeline's and they are having a
show at the High School on the 16th of February. He further stated after the show they have a
gathering in which they provide their own alcoholic beverages but there is not a City facility that
they can use that allows the consumption of alcohol. He felt that a policy should be drawn
together that would give equal opportunity to everyone to serve alcohol in a City facility and
they could require an extra deposit.
Commissioner Anderson also advised that Ocoee Lions Club member Bob Godek has
submitted an application for the Sale of Alcohol at the Boat Races and he would like for that to
be voted on as well. Mayor Vandergrift stated they can vote on that and ask staff to come back
with a recommendation for a policy change on allowing alcoholic beverages in City facilities.
Mayor Vanderarift. seconded by Commissioner Johnson. moved to amend the
previous motion. amendina Resolution 2008-002 to include the servina of
alcoholic beveraaes at the Sound of Sunshine Chorus event on February 16th and
to approve the Special Event Permit for Sale of Alcoholic Beveraaes submitted by
the Ocoee Lions Club for the Boat Races on March 14th. 15th. and 16th. Motion
on amendment carried 5-0.
Vote was taken on oriainal motion. as amended. Motioin carried 5-0.
I H. STAFF REPORTS - none
I I. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
(1) reported that the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board has not had a
quorum since September and asked if the by-laws would allow Commission to remove those
members with excessive absences.
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Mavor Vanderarift. seconded bv Commissioner Anderson. moved that the City Clerk
review attendance for the Parks and Recreation board and recommend to
Commission which members should be removed for lack of attendance and to review
the bv-Iaws for all boards. Motion carried 5-0.
Commissioner Keller (2) asked about speed bumps in Orchard Park, Remington Oaks, and Sawmill
Subdivisions. He suggested that in the meantime they install a three-way stop in Orchard Park on the
comer of Grapevine Crest and Casaba Cove. Public Works Director Krug said he would look into
it. Police Chief Reffett said that stop signs do not work for reducing speed, but he can send speed
enforcement over there.
(1) stated that Pioneer Key II residents do not complain; however, their
roads need to be fixed badly. Even if they are patched until we can get it corrected, something needs
to be done out there. Mayor Vandergrift said they need to go in and grade it. Public Works
Director Krug said they still have CDBG money and can do another temporary repair with rented
equipment until the final repair, which should be going out to bid soon. (2) Asked about the project
on the lake and said it could not be happening during Founder's Day. It needs to get started. Public
Works Director Krug stated it would start on Monday, they expect to be done well in advance and
they have rain days built into the contract. The deadline of Oct. 1 is in the contract. (3) Inquired
about stormwater fees. Public Works Director Krug said he was told the fees were artificially low.
Commissioner Johnson commented on how it needed to be changed and asked staff to look into it
further. Without Obiection. staff will review the fees and brina information back. (4)
Announced that on February 23, 2008, the Little League will have a benefit at the Texas Roadhouse
Grill, whereas they will be cooking ribs and chicken for $3. He said he is happy to see that the new
~e~~atl~~~~...~~)~;~()~~;~g a good corporate neighbor.
iQmm~~.Qg,~~;;B99t1 (1) reminded everyone of Little League opening day ceremonies on February
23,2008, and said what a great job the crew out there has done. (2) Regional Finals for Ocoee soccer
team are on Friday.
M~yo~:r~q~~rgrl(t remind all of a Clarcona Improvement Association meeting on February, 19,
2008, whereas they will be trying to raise attorney funds to fight against placing Evan's High School
to Ocoee's City limits. If that happened there would be five high schools within Ocoee. He
encouraged people to send their comments to their County Commission Email address.
I ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
Attest:
APPROVED:
City of Ocoee
Beth Eikenberry, City Clerk
S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor
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