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May 21, 2013, 2013, at 7:15 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
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 Keller gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag, led by Commissioner Johnson. City Clerk Eikenberry called roll and
declared a quorum present.
Roll Call: Commissioner Hood, Commissioner Wilsen, Mayor Vandergrift, Commissioner
Johnson, and Commissioner Keller.
Also Present: City Attorney Cookson, City Manager Frank, City Clerk Eikenberry
B. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
Legislative Update
Senator GeraldineThompson gave a brief overview of some of the items that were enacted
over the legislative sessions. She shared that this year there is a budget surplus and the economy
is on the rise. After a brief Q &A with Senator Thompson, Daniel Rogers, Assistant to Geraldine
Thompson, briefly introduced himself.
Presentation of Officer of the 1st Quarter to Police Ofc. Daniel Schilling
CACOPD Vice -Chair Laney presented Ofc. Schilling with the Officer of the First Quarter for
his work in apprehending suspects in a burglary case and his dedication to the safety of the
residents of Ocoee. Deputy Chief Goclon thanked the City Commission for recognizing Officer
Schilling and the Police Department for their outstanding job on protecting the citizens of Ocoee.
Proclamation — Civility Month — May 2013
Mayor Vandergrift proclaimed May 2013 as Civility Month.
C. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS /PUBLIC
Ms. Rose -Nancy Joseph, former HRDB Board Member, asked the Commission if they would
help her by waiving the fees for use of the Bill Breeze Park Gazebo for a Youth Dating Violence
Prevention Event which she and her business partner, Milda Monplaisir - Elysee, are personally
funding. This event will focus on teens and educate them about healthy relationships, respectful
boundaries, recognizing signs of abuse, resources on how to get help and actions to take to
prevent dating violence. This will be a free event opened to the public and will take place on
June 20 from 5 -9pm.
Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to waive the fee for
use of the gazebo at Bill Breeze Park for the Youth Dating Violence Prevention
Event on June 20 contingent upon checking with Parks and Recreation staff for
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Commissioner Wilsen shared her concerns on waiving fees for a private business since they
have only waived fees for non - profit organizations. Ms. Joseph indicated that their intent is to
eventually become a non - profit organization and they will not be charging a fee for this event.
Commissioner Wilsen inquired if the only fees that would be waived are the gazebo fees or are
there other fees involved. Mayor Vandergrift advised Ms. Joseph to check with the Parks and
Recreation Department on what other fees may be involved with use of the gazebo.
After a brief discussion. motion carried 5 -0.
D. STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Frank made the following announcements:
1) The Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting its Food Truck Event on Friday,
June 21" from 6 -9pm at Bill Breeze Park. The movie "Escape from Planet Earth" will be
shown at 8:30 p.m. This is a free event.
2) Parks and Recreation Department is still holding registration for their Summer Camp
Program. Registration for residents is for ages 5 -14 years and will run from June 10` —
August 16` For more information contact Parks and Recreation at 407 - 905 -3180.
E. COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Keller — reminded residents to be extra careful driving since school will be out
soon and children will be out playing around in their subdivisions.
Commissioner Johnson — None
Commissioner Wilsen announced this Friday, May 24` at 11:00 a.m., is the Memorial Day
Ceremony at the gazebo. The keynote speaker will be U.S. Army Sgt. Anthony Cala.
Commissioner Grogan announced S.A.F.E Class — Wednesday, June 5, 2013, from 6:00pm
till 9:00pm. This is a free, one time, three hour presentation on self - defense and safety
awareness for women. The class is taught by Ocoee Police Officers using the National Self
Defense Institutes' S.A.F.E. curriculum. Topics covered include: self - defense, crime prevention
and domestic violence. The class is held at the Ocoee Police Department. You must be at least
thirteen years of age to attend. If interested contact Officer Patera Scott at 407 - 905 -3160 ext.
3024.
Mayor Vandergrift announced that it was requested if Item #5 could be moved up to be heard
before the public hearing.
F. CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to approve the
Consent Agenda Items #1 through #3. Motion carried 5 -0.
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Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
The North Side Reclaimed Water Main Extension project was awarded to Hazen Construction LLC at the April
16, 2013, City Commission meeting. The project is the extension of the 16 inch reclaimed pipeline along
McCormick and Ocoee - Apopka Roads to provide reuse water to the Forest Brooke, Eagle's Landing, Westyn
Bay, Vineyards, Fountains West, and Ocoee Crown Point developments. The route of the pipeline takes a path
through the OOCEA SR 429 corridor by passing under the bridge over McCormick Road. OOCEA has
jurisdiction of that section of McCormick Road and requires the submission of plans and specification for
review and approval. Part of that permit application is the execution of a Right of Entry Agreement with
OOCEA. OOCEA does not have a permit application form similar to Orange County and FDOT; they use the
Right of Entry Agreement document as their application form.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
The Adopted FY 2013 Budget includes a line item funding the replacement of two servers with similar large -
scale units having onboard disk drives (see p. 3 -42). The Support Services Department recommends that the
City Commission authorize staff to award a purchase in the amount of $32,100.00 to ihaveIT, an AVNET
company, pursuant to the scope of work and price proposal dated May 9, 2013, plus the cost of shipping. This
purchase of refurbished and new equipment will save the City over $250,000 compared to the normal retail cost
of all -new equipment. Since this purchase is for an amount in excess of $25,000, the City's purchasing rules
require competitive bidding; however, the marketplace for refurbished computing equipment does not operate in
a manner that supports such a bidding process. Staff therefore recommends the purchasing rules be suspended
in order to make this cost - saving purchase, which is time critical.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
G. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE - PUBLIC HEARING
The proposed rezoning to PUD and associated PUD Land Use plan is a second request from the applicant in a
six (6) month time period. The original application was denied by the city commission on October 2, 2012, by a
vote of 3 -1 with the Mayor absent. The applicant is not proposing changes to the PUD land use plan for this
second application.
The subject property is zoned C -3 (General Commercial) and has an approved site plan and development
agreement for the Lake Butler Professional Campus. The Lake Butler Professional Campus was originally
approved in 2008, and was proposed to be developed with the following uses on the Property: Lot 1 will consist
of a mix of professional and medical offices; Lot 2 is proposed in the southwest corner of the property and will
consist of a mix of retail and restaurant uses (see site plan attached). The proposed Park Place PUD will include
242 multi - family units on 11.34 acres and 2.60 acres of commercial and retail. The rezoning from C -3 (General
Commercial) to Planned Unit Development allowing high density residential in a Commercial Future Land Use
designation is permitted via the City of Ocoee Comprehensive Plan. Therefore, no land use change is being
requested.
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a. Rezoning to PUD /Land Use Plan
Mayor Vandergrift introduced the item stating is the proposed rezoning of the Park Place
property (formerly known as the Lake Butler Professional Campus). The first action the City
Commission will take is on the Second Reading of the Ordinance rezoning the property from C -3
- General Commercial to PUD — Planned Unit Development District. Following the public
hearing on the rezoning, the City Commission will take action on the Development Agreement
accompanying the Land Use Plan. Consideration of the Development Agreement is not a public
hearing.
With respect to the rezoning, as a quasi-judicial hearing, the City Commission will act in its
quasi-judicial role as opposed to its legislative role. The decision of the City Commission should
be based on competent substantial evidence. The issue before the City Commission with respect
to the rezoning request is whether or not the rezoning and accompanying Land Use Plan are
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and meet the requirements of the Land Development
Code. If the City Commission finds that the rezoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
and the Land Development Code, the rezoning can only be denied with a finding supported by
substantial competent evidence that maintaining the existing zoning on the property serves a
legitimate public purpose or that the decision denying the rezoning is not arbitrary,
discriminatory, or unreasonable.
Members of the City Commission should refrain from leaving the room during the hearing. If it
is necessary to leave during the hearing, we will break for a short recess.
As a public hearing, members of the public will have an opportunity to speak. We ask that
comments from the public be brief, fact - based, and non - repetitive. Please be considerate in your
remarks and careful with your time. As you approach the microphone, please state your name
and address for the record. When speaking, speak to the City Commission and not to the
applicant or the audience. If you wish to speak and have not already filled out a speakers form,
please do so and provide it to the City Clerk. If you have filled out a speakers form and someone
has already addressed the items you were going to speak about, you do not need to speak and
repeat what has already been said.
Before we begin, given that this is a quasi-judicial hearing, each Commissioner has an obligation
to disclose any contact or communications had with any party concerning this matter. I will now
ask the City Clerk to do a roll call of the Commissioners at which time each Commissioner will
have an opportunity to disclose any ex -parte communications had relating to this matter.
Commissioner Grogan advised he had discussions with the Skormans, with the City Attorney,
email communications with some of the residents, and was contacted by members of the
Brookstone Homeowner Association.
Commissioner Wilsen advised she had discussion with the developer, the developer's attorney,
and various residents throughout the city.
Commissioner Johnson advised he had a meeting last night with the attorney for the developer,
met with the HOA across the street and some residents from Wesmere were there, multiple
emails.
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Commissioner Keller advised he has talked to the developer's attorney, Mark and Kevin
Skorman, David Fishpool, and a number of emails from residents. He further inquired if it would
be okay for him to leave his iPad on since all his notes and back -up is on his Wad. City Attorney
Cookson said that he could, it was just a suggestion from the Mayor.
Mayor Vandergrift said he has had contact with both sides, and emails from residents.
I will now ask City Attorney Cookson to read the title of the Ordinance. Following Mr.
Cookson, we will open the public hearing and I will turn the time over to City Planner Mike
Rumer for the Staff Report. Following Mr. Rumer the applicant will have an opportunity to
address the City Commission. Once the applicant has completed their presentation, I will call up
those members of the public wishing to speak that have filled out speakers forms. Once the
members of the public have had a chance to speak, we will allow the applicant to address any
concerns, if the applicant so desires. At that point I will close the public hearing and bring the
matter to the City Commission for consideration.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the Ordinance.
Mayor Vandergrift opened the public hearing.
City Planner Rumer briefly covered aspects of the development. The Lake Butler Professional
Campus was originally approved in 2008, and was proposed to be developed with the following
uses on the Property: Lot 1 will consist of a mix of professional and medical offices; Lot 2 is
proposed in the southwest corner of the property and will consist of a mix of retail and restaurant
uses.
Mayor Vandergrift inquired if the apartment buildings were going to be three stories. City
Planner Rumer answered affirmatively.
Commissioner Grogan inquired how traditional models with transitional zoning look compared
to the project that is being planned on this site. City Planner Rumer explained this site is a good
example of transitional zoning; the zoning fluctuates from commercial and high density; to
medium density residential, to low density residential and then typically to a more rural zoning.
Allison Turnbull of Holland & Knight, representative for Skorman, handed out a packet of
materials and introduced the principal members of the Skorman development team. She further
provided background information and development experience that Skorman has with many
projects in 35 years as a high end commercial and residential developer. She highlighted
particular experience in multi - family, hotel and timeshare projects, including the Star Island
Resort, a 65 million dollar timeshare resort. She added that the Skormans are not only the
developers, but they are the builders and will also manage the leasing of this project. They will
remain involved in this project for quite some time. They are proposing 242 luxury multi - family
residential units and 2.6 acres of retail and commercial development. She clarified was made that
this was not a HUD project but a PUD request; there may have been some confusion due to the
similarities in the acronyms. The community will be high end apartments. She stated that one of
the issues when they presented the site plan in October was insufficient landscaping and she
demonstrated how she felt they answered that issue by increasing foliage around the perimeter
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and in the interior. Additionally, a perimeter wall has been added; coupled with the berm they
should be a significant shield from turnpike noise and additional privacy. She noted that this
application meets the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning Designation. The
Future Land Use designation is Commercial which permits residential development in certain
circumstances, and they met the criteria for that. A market analysis of the area was done which
proves that they meet the required standards. It is included in the handout packet. This project is
consistent with the PUD criteria in the Land Development Code, Section 4 -5, encouraging a
flexible zoning district with different types of uses. She noted that the City staff, the DRC, and
the City Planner are recommending approval. She addressed the five issues that she felt had
been the main areas of opposition with regard to this project: 1) Noise from the Turnpike;
including the developer commitment to the continued evaluation /mitigation for future noise
problems. Additional conditions of approval were added would ensure this would happen; 2)
Traffic Increase; 3) Reduction of home values; 4) Overcrowding in area schools, and 5)
Increased Crime. Additionally, she discussed Lynx Bus service, and that no new service is
planned in the next ten years. She discussed the petition that was circulated in opposition, stating
that they had not officially received it yet, but that they maintain that it is not valid because
information on residency is not verifiable. She said there is also strong community support. She
concluded by saying the project would add 3.9 million dollars into this area's economy, with 3
million going directly to the city in various ways. The two noise abatement Conditions of
Approval agreed upon by the developer to be added to the PUD are as follows:
1. THE DEVELOPER SHALL PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING NOISE ABATEMENT FEATURES:
A. CONSTRUCTION OF A LANDSCAPED BERM (BARRIER) BETWEEN THE TURNPIKE
ROADWAY AND THE EXTERIOR PUBLIC USE AREAS;
B. INSTALLATION OF NOISE INSULATION WITH SOUND ABSORBING MATERIALS IN
THE BUILDING WALLS ADJACENT TO THE TURNPIKE ROADWAY;
C. INSTALLATION OF DOUBLE PANED (GLAZED) WINDOWS IN BUILDING ADJACENT
TO AND FACING THE TURNPIKE ROADWAY;
D. INSTALLATION OF THICK VEGETATION AND LANDSCAPING WHERE POSSIBLE TO
SHIELD PUBLIC AREAS FROM THE TURNPIKE ROADWAY;
E. DESIGN OF THE PROJECT SUCH THAT A MINIMUM SEVENTY FIVE (75) FOOT
BUFFER ZONE EXISTS BETWEEN THE TURNPIKE ROADWAY AND THE CLOSEST
BUILDINGS;
F. DESIGN OF THE PROJECT WITH THE MAJORITY OF THE PARKING AREAS TO THE
OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDINGS (BETWEEN THE BUILDINGS AND THE TURNPIKE
ROADWAY AND PROJECT BOUNDARIES).
2. IN THE EVENT NOISE COMPLAINTS RELATING TO THE PROPERTY'S PROXIMITY TO THE
TURNPIKE ROADWAY ARISE FROM PROJECT RESIDENTS, IT IS UNDERSTOOD,
ACKNOWLEDGED AND AGREED THAT THE CITY SHALL NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR
RESOLVING THOSE ISSUES AND /OR FOR PROVIDING ADDITIONAL NOISE ABATEMENT
FEATURES. RESPONSIBILITY FOR THOSE MATTERS SHALL REMAIN WITH THE
DEVELOPER.
Commissioner Wilsen asked how they are going to address the noise issues as they arise in the
future. Ms. Turnbull said they would resolve any issues that arise with the tenant once they make
a complaint to the City so that the noise is acceptable to the City as described in Condition of
Approval #2. Commissioner Grogan inquired as to how many building would be built on the
one side along the turnpike. Bob Koch, architect representing the developer, said there is only
one building facing the turnpike which has 14 units on the long face having direct exposure to
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the turnpike of the 242 units. Mayor Vandergrift inquired if there will be a full story unit on
each floor. Mr. Koch said every unit is a single story stacked flat; you have to go into the
building before you can enter the individual units. There was also discussion on handicapped
accessibility and meeting those requirements. Mayor Vandergrift asked mixed projection in the
market study is roughly 35% 1 bedroom and 55% two bedrooms, the rest are three bedrooms.
Mayor Vandergrift inquired about security cameras. There is a surveillance system on the
exterior entrance gateways and all public faces; the interior is hard wired but will be contracted
independently by the renters. Mayor Vandergrift inquired about school impact fees. Ms.
Turnbull advised almost a million would go toward school impact fee. Commissioner Wilsen
asked what the rental rates would be; she was answered $1050 - $1600.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Vandergrift opened the Public Comments at 9:11 p.m.
Jim Lee, 315 E. Robinson Street, Orlando, stated he is with the developer and he will pass on his
right to speak at this time, but may want a rebuttal later.
George Spilener, 13851 Ameila Pond Drive; In Favor
Paul Gerding, Property Owner of 2719, 2721, 2723 Maguire Road; In Favor
James Brannon, 89 Carisbrooke Street, President of Wesmere HOA; Opposed
Jim McNichol, 830 Patriots Point Drive, Brookstone resident; Opposed
Greg Moore, 1808 Sugar Cove Court, Brookestone resident; Opposed
RECESS 9:45 — 9:56
John McLane, 6318 Deacon Circle, Windermere; In Favor
Art Py ( Wesmere), 501 Laurenburg Lane, Wesmere HOA Board Member; In Favor
Kevin Roden, Wayne's Automatic Fire Sprinklers, 222 Capitol Court; In Favor
Henry Pinzor, 328 Highbrooke Blvd, Ocoee; Opposed
David Fishpool, 62 Highbrooke Court, Brookestone HOA President, Opposed
Rex Heinecke, 810 Grovesmere Loop, Windermere Groves, Ocoee; In Favor
Stephanie McKelvain, 19 Heather Green Court, Wesmere, Opposed
Richard Gonzalez, 103 West 2 nd Avenue, Windermere, FL; In Favor
Kelly Morphy, 13750 West Colonial Blvd., Volunteer President of Safe Streets West Orange;
Director of National Non - profit Walkable & Livable Communities Institute; In Favor
Camille Riffe, 237 Laurenburg Lane, Wesmere resident, Opposed
Greg Keethler, 2430 Orsota Circle, Ocoee, President Westyn Bay HOA; Opposed
Mayor Vandergrift closed the public hearing at 10:41 p.m.
Ms. Turnbull was given a chance for rebuttal. She stated that this project brings economic
development right now. There is no intention to change the Land Use designation, only the
zoning change from C3 to PUD is proposed. She addressed the studies confirming the need for
high density residential. The PUD will give the City maximum control as evidences by all the
conditions the City has placed on it and the two additional conditions added by the developer.
Bob Koch, addressed the performance tests that would be done in the units, based on decibels, as
required by the International Building Code. He spoke about remedies that can be done to
decrease the sound as well as relocating residents who may be more sensitive to sound.
Ms. Turnbull reiterated that their application meets the criteria in the City Code and they have
addressed all concerns that have been raised.
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Commissioner Wilsen confirmed that the distance from the turnpike right of way to the parking
was 10 feet and that there is a 10 foot one -sided berm the goes to the wall. She noted that
walkability would be a very positive addition to this project. The developer stated that there is an
entire walkway system internally; the goal is to have a walkable relationship with the
commercial and residential as well as public walkways built in to the project when the building
plans are designed. City Planner Rumer if this is approved tonight, the final site plan will come
back before the Commission.
Commissioner Grogan asked about the mixed density as related to other residential areas
nearby. City Planner Rumer said the older subdivisions did not have the requirements for
stormwater, right of ways, buffers, open space, etc.; they are six swelling units per acre of land.
The Maguire Road corridor consists of 2.4 dwelling units per acre. The Skorman project will be
approximately 2.65. Commissioner Grogan commented that the Maguire Road improvements
were done with the intent the increased residential and commercial traffic. Mr. Rumer agreed
that the city took out bonds to widen that road to provide a level of service to future development
and discussed the impact fees that will be generated from this project. Commissioner Grogan
asked how this project will help bring people into the nearby CRA. Mr. Rumer said it will
because it will bring people into Target Area #1. Commissioner Keller inquired about the
landscape berm which was a concern of Mr. Pinzor, which was addressed by the developer.
Mayor Vandergrift inquired about the retention pond and if it would hold a fountain. Mr.
Rumer explained it is the master stormwater pond for the development, the elementary school,
the commercial outparcel, and the Villages of Wesmere. They share joint ownership of this
pond. No fountain is proposed but could be tripped by a square footage requirement.
Commissioner Johnson commented on the issue of this project coming back before the
Commission. He commented we will look at the Code with regard to guidelines for bringing a
project that has been rejected back to the City Commission for reconsideration.
Each Commissioner reviewed their thoughts on the project and addressed some of the concerns
that were raised. They unanimously spoke in favor of the project.
Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Grogan, moved to approve the
rezoning of the property from C3 to PUD and approve the Land Use Plan with the
two requested waivers pre staff recommendation; and including the two
additional noise abatement Conditions of Approval proposed by the developer to
be added to the Land Use Plan. Motion carried 5 -01
b. 1st Amendment to Development Agreement (This is not a Public Hearing)
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to approve
1 st Amendment to Development Agreement. Motion carried 5 -0.
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H. REGULAR AGENDA
This property has four (4) non - accruing code enforcement liens resulting from four separate code enforcement
cases: 01 -046, 02 -067, 03- 002728 and 05 -043. The four cases, a mixture of inoperable vehicle, junk debris and
repeat violations, were all brought into compliance including minimal fine payments made by Mr. Rawa. The
structure at 418 Tranquille Oaks Drive was destroyed by fire. Additional code enforcement action resulted in
voluntary demolition of the burned structure. The location is now a vacant residential lot with four recorded
code enforcement liens and no structure. No citizens or neighboring residents appeared at the code enforcement
hearing.
Mr. Rawa and his father appeared before the code enforcement board on April 23, 2013, and requested a
reduction of the combined four -case fine /lien amount of $30,837.00. The City's total costs are $3,540.50 for
the 4 cases.
The Code Enforcement Board is recommending the fine /lien be reduced to the city's cost of $3,540.50. The
discussion by the Board to reduce the amount was based on testimony and answers from Mr. Rawa, his father,
and City staff.
Assistant Director of Support Services Gaines gave a brief overview of the code enforcement
cases announcing that the cases are now in compliance. He provided exhibits of the property and
said the total combined city cost is $3540.50. The Code Enforcement Board is recommending the
fine /lien be reduced to the city's cost of $3,540.50. The discussion by the Board to reduce the
amount was based on testimony and answers from Mr. Rawa, his father, and City staff.
Mr. Rawa Jr. advised that the home is no longer there due to a house fire. He would like to
remain in Ocoee and rebuild his home back on the same property, should the City approve
reducing his fine. Commissioner Keller said his concern is what kind of guarantee the citizens
in that neighborhood have that he will not be back before them with a similar situation once he
rebuilds his home. Commissioner Keller further inquired what can be done if they agree to the
reduction and the same violation should happen again. It was explained that it would be treated
as a repeat violation and the city could fine the violator immediately without having to go before
the code board.
Mr. Rawa Jr. said he can only offer his word for the city to honor that this will not happen
again. Commissioner Wilsen inquired about a fee reduction that had previously been approved
years ago for one of the violations and only $4 was paid toward that balance which eventually
reverted back to the original fee amount due to non - payment. Assistant Director of Support
Services Gaines explained that a previous fine had been reduced from $900 to $600 in which
Mr. Rawa Jr. could only afford to pay $1 at a time.
Mr. Rawa Sr. (father) explained that they had offered to explore the possibility of donating the
property to the city as a satisfaction to the lien but after much correspondence back and forth the
city declined the offer and advised they go before the Code Enforcement Board. Further
explanation was given by Mr. Rawa Sr. in regards to the options his son would have with the
land.
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Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to reduce the
fine to the city's administrative cost of $3540.50 to be paid within 30 days or it will
revert back to the original fine amount.
Commissioner Keller, seconded by Commissioner Grogan, moved to amend the
motion to be paid within 90 days or it will revert back to the original fine. Motion
carried 4 -1 with Commissioner Wilsen opposing.
A vote was taken on the original motion as amended. Motion carried 5 -0.
Motion as stated at the April 16, 2013, Commission Meeting:
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Groqan, moved to approve the passion
flower as the new gateway signage and city logo and changes to be made as needed. Motion
carried 3 -2 with Mayor Vandergrift and Commissioner Johnson opposing.
Without objection it was requested that this item be tabled to the June 4 th agenda.
Mayor Vandergrift adjourned the meeting at 11:42 p.m.
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to re -open
the Commission Meeting. Consensus was made to re -open meeting to allow for
Comments from Commissioners.
I. STAFF ACTION ITEMS - none
J. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Keller — commented that after listening to OCPS Board Member Moore say that
the High School would be a pilot for new technology he would like for city staff to see what it
would cost if they had Wi -F1 city wide. That would allow students once home to have access to
the Wi -Fi at their homes. Without objection it was requested that staff look into Wi -Fi
city wide and a report be brought back.
Commissioner Johnson — announced in years past they used to go to the Florida Recreation
Activities Festival (FRAF) Conference and wanted to get commission approval so they could go
again this year. City Manager Frank said he did speak with Commissioner Johnson about this
and there should be sufficient funds in departmental travel budgets to cover this. City Manager
Frank said it has been several years since they have sent city staff to this conference which is
why he thought it should have Commission approval. Commissioner Johnson, seconded
by Commissioner Keller, moved to send up to 7 people to the FRAF Conference
in July. Motion carried 5 -0.
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Commissioner Grogan'— commended the commission for making a great decision in moving
forward. He is very proud on the decisions they made tonight.
Commissioner'Wilsen — 1) announced the Sandwich Shoppe on Clarke Road is having a grand
re- opening on May 25`". They are under new management and will be offering discounts on
different things. 2) said she would like for the consideration of cancellation of the July 2 nd
meeting to be discussed at the June 4 I meeting. City Manager Frank said they have sufficient
time to reschedule items to avoid that meeting if that is something the commission wanted to do.
Commissioner Grogan briefly announced that the old Positano's just opened up as San Jose's
Mexican restaurant and he found it to be very impressive and feels they will be a great success.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 11:53 p.m.
Attest:
Beth Eikenberry, City Clerk
APPROVED:
City of Ocoee
S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor
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REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
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 Keller gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag, led by Commissioner Wilsen. City Clerk Eikenberry called roll and
declared a quorum present.
Roll Call: Commissioner Hood, Commissioner Wilsen, Mayor Vandergrift, Commissioner
Johnson, and Commissioner Keller.
Also Present: City Attorney Cookson, City Manager Frank, City Clerk Eikenberry
B. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
Nemours Children's Hospital Update /Overview
Martha Santoni, Nemours Government Relations Coordinator, gave a brief presentation and
overview of the Nemours Children Hospital. Ms. Santoni invited the Commission to schedule a
tour of the hospital. Mayor Vandergrift asked how people can donate to the cause. Ms. Santoni
explained that Nemours is not collecting donations; however, the Ronald McDonald House of
Central Florida is. Donations can be made at httD:// www. rmhorlando .com /ride4ronald.shtml.
C. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC
CACOPD Vice -Chair Laney addressed the commission about enlisting their support in making
the Fat Boy Chronicles part of Founders' Day. She continued by saying that she is also working
with Chief Brown to show the film at local schools. Without objection, Mayor Vandergrift
suggested she coordinate efforts with Community Relations Manager Joy Wright.
D. STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Frank made the following announcements:
A meeting was held with County Mayor Teresa Jacobs, and they discussed the CRA expansion,
possible creation of a second CRA in the downtown area, increased services for reclaimed water
for residents, and the implementation of a solid waste interlocal agreement. Also discussed at
the meeting was a state program for the annexation of enclaves. Negotiations are still ongoing
for the water tower; however, on the table is the possibility of a yearly lease, which is an
improvement from the original 1.8 million dollars.
E. COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Keller — The Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting its monthly Food
Truck Friday event on Friday, June 21st, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. on Lakeshore Drive in Bill
Breeze Park. Food trucks will be offering gourmet food and delectable treats, and the movie
"Escape from Planet Earth" will be shown during the event; the movie will start at 8:30 p.m., so
come out and enjoy a dinner and a movie in the park.
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The Ocoee Family Aquatic Facility is open for the 2013 season. Information on the pool hours
and admission costs can be found on the city's webpage www.ocoee.orP or by calling the Beech
Recreation Center at 407 - 905 -3180.
The Parks and Recreation Department has a limited number of openings in its popular swimming
lesson program; individuals that are interested in registering for lessons should contact the Beech
Recreation Center at 407 - 905 -3180.
Commissioner Johnson - None
Commissioner Wilsen — None
Commissioner Grogan — The Fire Department is offering the following CPR and AED
programs during June:
• The "Heart Saver CPR and AED" course is being offered on Wednesday, June 12th from 1 —
5 PM. There is a $25 fee for this course which issues an American Heart Association
certification card.
• A free "Friends and Family" basic CPR class is being offered on Wednesday, June 26th from
6 — 9 PM. This free course does not issue a certification card.
Both sessions will be held at Ocoee Fire Station 25 located at 563 S. Bluford Ave. in Ocoee.
Call 407 - 905 -3140 during normal business hours for more information or to register.
Mayor Vandergrift — Thanked the Utilities Department for their assistance with rescuing a
kitten from a drainage line at Wal -Mart.
F. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to approve the
Consent Agenda Items #2 through #7; excluding Item #1 which is being pulled to
be heard for separate consideration. Motion carried 4 -0 with Commissioner
Johnson away from the dais.
1. Approval of All -Rite Fence Services for City Pond #7. (Public Works Director Krug)'
The City maintains Stormwater Pond #7 serving the Forest Oaks subdivision. The City installed a safety fence
numerous years ago along the ]son Lane properties that back up to the pond. Several areas of this fencing have
outlasted its useful life span and require replacement. Public Works contacted the property owners to verify
their desire to replace the chain link fence and eleven (11) of the eighteen (18) properties boarding the pond
agreed to new fencing. The seven (7) property owners not wanting new fencing have either installed their own
privacy fencing or want to maintain the mature shrubbery growing along the property line. Public Works
contacted several local fencing contractors with only one providing a responsive quote. Most vendors were not
interested in the work due to the difficult site access. All -Rite Fence provided a quote of $15,823.08 utilizing
pricing from competitively bid Orange County Public Schools term pricing contract #1106162ITB.
Public Works has verified the pricing is in line with industry standards and recommends awarding the Pond #7
replacement fencing work to All -Rite Fence for $15,823.08 based on the OCPS contract #I 106162ITB.
This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda to be considered separately.
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Mayor Vandergrift stated that this item was pulled because there was an objection to the City
installing a new safety fence along the Ison Lane properties. Public Works Director Krug
stated the City approached all property owners along the fence line to see if they would like the
fence replaced. He explained that the replacement would be a chain -link safety fence, and not a
privacy fence. He continued by saying that 14 of the 18 property owners replied in the
affirmative. Mayor Vandergrift stated that $15,000 is quite costly for the pond to only be
partially fenced. Public Works Director Krug stated that the slopes of the pond do not require
fencing. Commissioner Keller stated that he has received communication from property owners
asking for the new safety fence to be installed.
Commissioner Keller, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen, moved for approval of
Item #1- All -Rite Fence Services for City pond #7. Motion carried 5 -0.
At the January 4, 2011, meeting, the Commission approved the Public Works Team's utilization of Cintas for
uniform, shop towel and fender cover service. Pricing was based on a Volusia County bid; however Cintas has
since approached the City with an alternative contract which will save Public Works approximately $5,000.00
annually. Ocoee is a member of the U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance which is a cooperative
that allows the City to take advantage of competitively bid contracts from other government agencies. The
Harford County Public Schools, Maryland, has provided a Master Agreement for the City to utilize for uniform,
shop rag, fender cover and carpet service providing a significant savings. Public Works will spend
approximately $25,800.00 for the services. The Parks and Recreation Department also utilizes Cintas for
uniform service and will benefit from the contract at their approximate budget of $2,700.00.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
The City is reimbursed by the FDOT to provide maintenance on the State right of ways in Ocoee. A major part
of this maintenance includes Stormwater sweeping the roads to remove debris before reaching the retention
ponds and water bodies. Our sweeper vehicle is outfitted with the proper safety arrows on the back to alert
traffic to go around the slow moving vehicle when operating. New requirements from the Federal
Government's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and as adopted by the FDOT in their Maintenance
of Traffic Design Indexes, now require an additional safety measure of a shadow vehicle utilizing a crash
attenuator. The attenuators can be either mounted on a dedicated shadow truck or a trailer mount pulled by the
shadow vehicle. Public Works reviewed the options and elected to pursue the purchase of a trailer mounted
attenuator.
The FDOT's Qualified Products List (QPL) provides four (4) products that meet the trailer mounted attenuator
requirements of the State. Of the four products, only one is approved for use with medium duty shadow
vehicles, the remaining three require a heavy duty shadow vehicle. The heavy duty vehicle requirement is due
to the design anticipating the vehicle absorbing the majority of the energy. Public Works has researched the
products and determined the Scorpion TL3, by TrafFix Devices, Inc., provides the best protection and
versatility for the City to utilize with our fleet of medium and heavy duty trucks.
Public Works is recommending the purchase of a new Scorpion Trailer Attenuator TL3, by TrafFix Devices,
Inc., for $33,055.00 delivered, from Guide Services, Inc., based on the variety of options it allows the City to
use for shadow vehicles to meet the maintenance of traffic requirements when working in State right of ways.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
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Kenabilitation Project (Purchasing Agent Tolbert)
In 1992, the City of Ocoee Wastewater Treatment Facility initiated a major expansion which included the
upgrade of the plant to public contact effluent disposal (reclaimed water). To accomplish the treatment level,
the plant was equipped with a sand filter unit process. The unit process is divided into north and south filters
capable of providing a redundant (each filter) 3 million gallons per day loading. The physical demands on these
filters' material requires routine rehabilitation. The Utilities Department planned the rehab of the south filter
for Fiscal Year 2013 and the north filter for 2014. The rehab cycle life is anticipated to be ten (10) years.
The City of Ocoee, Florida (City) solicited bids from qualified contractors to furnish labor, supervision,
materials, equipment, supplies and incidentals for the Ocoee Wastewater Treatment Plant South Filter Bay
Rehabilitation project. The bid was publicly advertised on March 10, 2013, and opened on April 2, 2013. There
was a total of two (2) bids received ranging from $164,524.00 to $228,000.00. The Utilities and Finance
Departments reviewed all bids received and all were considered responsive. Staff recommends awarding the
bid to Aqua- Aerobic Systems Inc. as the most responsive and responsible bidder, per the attached
recommendation from Charles Smith, Utilities Director. Aqua - Aerobic's bid is $15,476.00 lower than the
Engineer's estimate of $180,000.00.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
The City of Ocoee, Florida (City) solicited bids from qualified contractors to furnish labor, supervision,
materials, equipment, supplies and incidentals for the asphalt paving projects for fiscal year 2013 for roads
within Forest Oaks Subdivision (Hager Dr., Rich Dr., Prairie Lake Dr., Withers Ct., and Ison Ln.) and Sawmill
Subdivision (Canyon Trail Ln, Cross Cut Ct., and Hornlake Circle); in the City of Ocoee.
The bid was publicly advertised on April 14, 2013, and opened on May 9, 2013. There was a total of five (5)
bids received ranging from $167,808.13 to $236,172.45. The Public Works and Finance Departments reviewed
all bids received and all were considered responsive. Staff recommends awarding the bid to Empower
Construction Inc. for $167,808.13 as the most responsive and responsible bidder, per the attached
recommendation from Steve Krug, Public Works Director. Empower Construction's bid is $72,191.87 lower
than the Engineer's estimate of $240,000.00.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
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Mr. and Mrs. Hallahan own the property which is located at 250 1 1th Avenue and have approached the City for
utility service. The property was platted as a part of the North Ocoee Addition No. 2 subdivision and has one
single family residence on the property. The property is currently within unincorporated Orange County and is
not contiguous to the City Limits. However the property is inside the City's JPA boundary, Water & Sewer
Territorial Boundary, and City Limits. Sanitary sewer service from the City is not available at this time;
therefore, this is just intent to annex for water service.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
THR Florida LP owns the property which is located at 110 16th Avenue and has approached the City for utility
service. The property was platted as a part of the North Ocoee Addition No. 1 subdivision and has one single
family residence on the property. The property is currently within unincorporated Orange County and is not
contiguous to the City Limits. However the property is inside the City's JPA boundary, Water & Sewer
Territorial Boundary, and City Limits. Sanitary sewer service from the City is not available at this time;
therefore, this is just intent to annex for water service.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
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G. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the Ordinance. Mayor Pro Tem Keller announced the
second reading and public hearing will be held on June 18, 2013, at 7:15 p.m. or soon thereafter.
Mayor Vandergrift stated that the city attorney's opinion was that the motion did not need to be
reconsidered, they can make a new motion if they so choose. Commissioner Keller stated why
he felt the discussion needed to be brought back and clarified. Commissioner Grogan stated
that according to parliamentary procedure, once a motion has been voted on and acted upon, it
should not be revisited. Discussion ensued with regard to using the passion flower logo as the
logo throughout the entire city. Additionally, it was discussed that if the logo is to be changed
budgeting should be considered to change everything in the City as opposed to an "as needed"
basis which would leave two different logos around for many years. There was also discussion
about keeping the "Center of Good Living" statement or adding a new one such as "City of
Passion" and what would make the best marketing tool.
Mayor Vandergrift noted that, in the past, the residents had been involved in choosing the logo.
He felt that a poll should be taken among residents giving them more than one option to pick
from. City Manager Frank noted that the passion flower logo was professionally designed; we
did not have any second or third options to present to residents. Commissioner Wilsen stated
she would like all entry signs to be consistent with the passion flower. She added that although
she values what the residents think, she feels the Commission should stick to what they voted on.
She would like to see the Commission unified on this issue. Mayor Vandergrift said he thinks it
started as the entry signs and morphed into this city ide concept; he feels that a clearer look at it
should be taken.
Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to poll city
residents for their opinion on a new city logo and to give them more than one
option to select from. After the discussion, the motion failed 2 -3, with
Commissioner Wilsen, Commissioner Keller, and Commissioner Grogan
opposed.
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House Bill 7125 was passed by both the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate. The bill has
not yet been signed by Governor Rick Scott as of the date of this staff report; however, the House Bill will
cause changes to be made to the current ordinance. Staff has prepared a new ordinance with the new changes to
become effective July 1, 2013 to be concurrent with the effective date of changes to the Mark Wandall Traffic
Safety Act once signed into law by Governor Rick Scott. Staff recommends the approval of the ordinance
amendment.
H. REGULAR AGENDA
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On January 15, 2013, the Mayor and City Commissioners authorized three (3) additional red -light cameras.
Applications for all cameras have been sent to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and two (2) of
the locations need further discussion. FDOT has requested that the construction of the cameras on SR 50 at
Blackwood Avenue and SR 50 at Maguire Road be delayed due to the road widening project. It is projected
that construction will occur within the next year and the cameras will have to be removed due to the road
construction. These two (2) locations are no longer feasible and two (2) other locations should be considered.
Based on studies of red -light violations and traffic crash data, the following intersections are recommended for
camera placement: Northbound Ocoee Apopka Road @ Silver Star Road, and Westbound Silver Star Road @
Clarke Road.
Police Chief Brown and Lt. Dreasher introduced the item. Lt. Dreasher informed the
Commission that the original intent to place two red light cameras on SR 50 is not feasible at this
time due to upcoming construction projects; therefore traffic engineering studies have been
conducted to assist in selecting alternate locations. He stated the recommended locations would
be Northbound Ocoee Apopka Road @ Silver Star Road, and Westbound Silver Star Road @
Clarke Road, and gave other alternatives to pick from. Chief Brown stated that when the
construction is completed on State Road 50, they can come back to the Commission with
recommendations to install of red light cameras on SR 50.
Commissioner Keller, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen, moved to approve the
staff recommendation to place the two red light cameras that were originally
slated for SR 50 at the following alternate locations: Northbound Ocoee Apopka
Road (a) Silver Star Road, and Westbound Silver Star Road (cD- Clarke Road.
Motion carried 5 -0.
Mayor Vandergrift asked if they had looked into offering a traffic school that would aid in
reducing the red light camera fines. Chief Brown said they are looking into the legal and
logistical aspects of that; they currently have no model because no other cities are doing that.
Lt. Dreasher presented a statistical overview for Ocoee Red Light Cameras.
There was discussion about the need for a special magistrate to handle red light camera
violations in the future. The Police Infraction Hearing Board was changed to the Violations
Hearing Board and they will no longer have anything to do with red light tickets; they will
handle such things as loitering, bow fishing, cemetery violations, golf carts, etc.
Maguire Koacl. (Assistant llirector of!Support Services Gaines)
On April 15, 2009, the property located at 1650 Maguire Rd. was observed to be vacant with weed /grass growth
over 10 ". The growth was so high that the City received numerous complaints from motorists regarding
obstructed view. On July 28, 2009, the Code Enforcement Board found the respondents in violation as cited and
issued an order to comply by August 7, 2009, or be fined $200.00 per day, plus any additional costs of nuisance
abatement. On August 16, 2009, the property was observed to still be in non - compliance, and continued to be
out of compliance until August 9, 2012. On August 9, 2012, the property was observed to be in full
compliance, with an accrued fine totaling $218,135.71. At the August 28, 2012, Code Enforcement Board
Meeting, the property manager stated that the property was for sale and that this fine was a deterrent to potential
buyers. The property manager also advised that development is pending and that potential new owners have had
several meetings with City Planning /Zoning officials. The Board recommended reducing the fine to $5,000.00.
The City's estimated cost to date is $4535.71. The property was recently rezoned for this development.
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Item #11 was moved up on the Agenda and heard after the Consent Agenda (after Item #7).
Assistant Director of Support Services Gaines explained the case. He noted that the Code
Enforcement Board recommended reducing the fine to $5000; the city's estimated cost to date is
$4,535.71.
Mr. Skorman spoke and said the only reason the property was brought into compliance is
because he had it mowed at his own expense, which was over $600 per mow.
Commissioner Grogan, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen, moved to accept the
Code Enforcement Board's recommendation to reduce the lien to $5000, payable
on or before the property closing date of July 15, 2013, or the lien reverts back to
the original amount. No vote taken at this time due to subsequent amendment.
Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Grogan, moved to amend
the motion to change the amount of the lien to the city's cost of $4,535.71.
Motion carried 5 -0.
Vote on the original motion as amended.
Motion carried 5 -0.
In October 2011, Chevron Land and Development Company ( "Chevron ") applied to the City for a
determination that the Eagle Creek project was vested against application of the school concurrency
requirements. The City Planner issued a Certificate of Vesting finding that the Eagle Creek project was vested
from school concurrency. In December 2011, the Orange County School Board appealed the decision of the
City Planner. Chevron and the School Board negotiated the attached Agreement to settle the appeal.
The terms of the (settlement) Agreement provide that Chevron will enter into a School Mitigation Agreement,
pre -pay school impact fees to the School Board in the estimated amount of $332,456.00 (to be credited towards
school impact fees), pay an additional amount of $125,236.00 to the School Board to cover the Proportionate
Share Mitigation and pay to the School Board $1,117,452.00 for the Capacity Reservation Fee to be credited
towards school impact fees. The School Concurrency Mitigation Agreement will terminate in the event that the
City does not approve the Final Subdivision Plan within 180 days of the Effective date unless extended per the
terms or in the event Chevron fails to secure a Building Permit for any portion or phase of the development
within 3 years of the Final Subdivision Plan Approval.
Chevron and the School Board have requested that the City be a party to the Agreement and to the School
Concurrency Mitigation Agreement.
City Attorney Cookson stated this is a matter that stems from a Certificate of Vesting that was
issued by our Planning Manager when Chevron was developing the Eagle Creek project.
Chevron had applied to the City for a determination as to vesting for school concurrency and the
City Planner issued that Certificate and the School Board appealed that decision. It was
scheduled to come before the commission as to whether that Certificate of Vesting was properly
issued or not. At this time, the parties have settled their dispute and have entered into a
settlement agreement with Chevron paying some funds in the form of a school mitigation
agreement. The City is signing the agreements but is not a party and has no obligations under
either agreement. Staff recommendation is that the City executes the Settlement Agreement and
the Mitigation Agreement and put this matter to rest.
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Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to execute
both agreements as recommended by the City Attornev: (1) the Agreement
between Chevron Land Development Company, the School Board of Orange
County, and the City of Ocoee, and (2) School Concurrence Mitigation Agreement.
Motion carried 4 -0, with Mayor Vandergrift out of the room.
I. STAFF ACTION ITEMS - none
J. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Grogan — Congratulated the Police Department and Sgt. Wagner for a job well -
done at Friday's Dui Checkpoint.
Commissioner Wilsen - None
Commissioner Johnson — Asked that all commissioners meet at the cemetery immediately
before the next commission meeting in order to discuss the state of the cemetery.
Commissioner Keller stated that if all commissioners meet at the cemetery, it must be noticed.
Instead, it was decided that each commissioner individually visit the cemetery grounds prior to
the next meeting and be ready for discussion. Commissioner Johnson continued by saying that
he has received a lot of complaints from citizens and would like to address these issues at the
next meeting. He also stated that some issues may be included in budget. Commissioner Wilsen
stated there is an ordinance and wants to know why the rules are not being enforced. Mayor
Vandergrift asked that the cemetery issue be added to the next Agenda.
Commissioner Johnson asked that Public Works Director Krug follow -up on the landscaping
issue on Blackwood Avenue. Public Works Director Krug stated the purchase order has been
issued and he will follow up; he believes it is ready to go.
Commissioner Johnson inquired about the landscaping issues at Geneva Street and Bluford
intersection and asked if we will be resolving that with the recent property the City acquired for
drainage improvements. City Manager Frank explained that the purchase of the property with
the apartments has been finalized and we will soon address the issues. He added that may be able
to do something better than we originally planned; we have some better options now with that
property acquisition.
Commissioner Johnson asked about the sewer process for the downtown area. We need to
think about that for the upcoming budget years. Commissioner Grogan asked that strategic plan
be implemented for big item projects.
Commissioner Johnson also added that his granddaughter is in first grade received straight A's
and has had no absences from school for the entire year.
Commissioner Keller — Asked that ribbon - cutting ceremonies be held on Saturdays so citizens
can attend. City Manager Frank stated there is a slight cost in doing so as most City employees
do not work on weekends.
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Mayor Vandergrift — Would like to discuss adding rocking chairs to the front porch of City
Hall at the next meeting. He continued by saying that there are some bushes missing from the
front area of City Hall, and would like to see butterfly bushes planted in their place.
Additionally, he suggested that the large trees obstructing the view of the lake from the porch be
moved. He further commented that the trees on the median of Old Winter Garden Road by Wal-
Mart require attention. Public Works Director Krug stated that Valley Crest is looking at
options, because what is there now is not flourishing. He continued by saying that pedestrians
use the median as a crosswalk; therefore, hardscape options may resolve the issue. City
Manager Frank stated they are aware of the issue and are looking at options. Mayor
Vandergrift stated he has tried for some time to work with the metro plan to address the median
strip by the hospital. He suggested that the median strip be removed in order to help the flow of
traffic. He asked Commissioner Keller to make contact with the state legislator on the
Transportation Committee to see if the issue can be addressed.
Mayor Vandergrift asked Public Works Director Krug who is taking care of the roadside area
leading to Westbrooke Elementary as the bushes are four feet high. Public Works Director
Krug explained that the upkeep is the developer's responsibility. Mayor Vandergrift stated
that code enforcement should get involved. City Manager Frank asked that the issue be
corrected.
Commissioner Wilsen asked that issues such as these be addressed prior to the meeting with
department directors.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m.
Attest:
APPROVED:
City of Ocoee
Beth Eikenberry, City Clerk S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor
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