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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-15-99 MINUTES OF THE OCOEE CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING HELD JUNE 15, 1999 CALL TO ORDER Mayor of the Day Louis Fazio, Jr., after being introduced by Mayor Vandergrift, called the regular meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. in the Commission Chambers. The invocation was given by Reverend Freddie Filmore of Freedom Ministries, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Former Mayor/Commissioner Lester Dabbs, Jr. The roll was called and a quorum declared present. PRESENT: Mayor Vandergrift and Mayor of the Day Fazio, Commissioners Anderson, Howell, Johnson and Parker. Also present were City Manager Shapiro, City Attorney Rosenthal, Assistant City Attorney Spiva, Community Relations/Projects Director Shira, City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira, Assistant City Engineer/Utilities Director/Construction Administrator Wheeler, Fire Chief Strosnider, Information Systems Manager Tartar, Planning Director Wagner, Capital Projects/Transportation Planner Friel, and Deputy City Clerk Gosnell. ABSENT: None. PRESENT A TIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION Mayor of the Day Fazio and Mayor Vandergrift presented Certificates of Appreciation to Matt Garland and Adam Shkolder for their time and talent for the Memorial Day Celebration. FISH ORLANDO Mr. Jim Sweatman, Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, gave a brief overview of the Fish Orlando! Project including the Fab Five, Dynamic Dozen, and Fantastic Fishing Days, as well as short video presentation promoting quality fishing. Discussion included the amount of in-kind services, funding, interest and cooperation in having Starke Lake listed as one of the Fab Five lakes. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to cooperate with the Florida Game and Fresh Water Commission to promote Starke Lake as a potential Fab Five Lake. Motion carried 5-0. Y2K PREPARATION Assistant City Attorney Spiva made a presentation outlining the overall scope and current status of the City's Year 2000 Consequence Management Plan, noting that both contingency plans and "work around" plans have been developed in preparation, and listing the dates of August 22, 1999 when the national global satellite system will be re-set; the 9999 Code issue of September 9, 1999; the February 29, 2000 Leap Year issue; and the December 31-January 1 rollover as potential test dates, and that consideration has been given for power disruption, traffic signalization and special needs for certain residents in the community. Discussion included ways to notify residents, current testing, and the percentage of readiness at this time (90%). Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 Information Systems Manager Tartar reported that the Y2K team will come back to the Commission with subsequent reports and/or action depending on future testing. OCOEE/WEST ORANGE RECONCILIATION COMMITTEE Reverend Jerry Girley introduced himself as a member of the newly formed Ocoee/West Orange Reconciliation Committee and three year resident of Ocoee. Reverend Girley announced the current members of the Committee and those members in attendance, and reported that the Committee has met to discuss issues concerning diversity and race, and it had been determined that a need exists for a body capable to serve as a facilitating unit to assist citizens. Reverend Girley also reported that the Committee intended to organize community discussions and requested from the City Commission: (1) for the City to officially recognize the task force as a group that will serve as a facilitating unit to assist citizens on three major issues: (a) increase cooperation; (b) increase communication; and (c) increase understanding; and (2) that a facility be provided to accommodate groups for meetings. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to recognize the efforts of the Ocoee/West Orange Reconciliation Committee, and to authorize the use of a facility for their meetings. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Anderson requested that Pastor Freddie Filmore of Freedom Ministries, 1348 Old Apopka Road, Apopka, be recognized. GRANT APPLICATION Scoutmaster Paul Hershaw, Boy Scout Troop 198, introduced Justin Barrett and Randy Ketterman, who achieved the Eagle A ward. Scoutmaster Hershaw requested grant money from the City for the troop to participate in a white water rafting trip to Utah, stating that they have raised close to $19,000 for the trip, but were approximately $1,000 short of their goal, and that they were holding a rummage sale on Saturday at the Lion's Club to offset that shortfall. Discussion ensued. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to grant $1,000 to Troop 198 for their white water rafting trip. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Howell made an amending motion to approve funds to Troop 198 in the amount of $1.200, increasing the grant by $200 to cover miscellaneous trip expenses. Commissioner Johnson seconded the motion. Motion carried 5-0. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval and Acceptance of Minutes of City Commission Regular Meeting of June 1, 1999 and (2) Special Session of June 8, 1999. B. Approval and Authorization for Temporary Closing of the Intersection of Bexley Blvd./Cassingham Cr./Alc1obe Cr. in the Silver Bend Subdivision for a Neighborhood Party on July 3, 1999 from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Upon approval the following requirements will be met by the applicants: (1) Road blocking must 2 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 be done with proper barricades; (2) An emergency lane must be maintained during the time the event has the streets blocked; and (3) All residents that will be affected by the road blockage must be notified in advance. C. Approval and Authorization for Temporary closing of Millstream Road from Timber Ridge Trail to Cross Cut Court in Sawmill Subdivision for a Neighborhood Block Party on July 4, 1999 from 3 p.m. until midnight. Upon approval the following requirements will be met by the applicants: (1) Road blocking must be done with proper barricades; (2) An emergency lane must be maintained during the time the event has the streets blocked; and (3) All residents that will be affected by the road blockage must be notified in advance. D. Approval and Acceptance of Addendum to Final Subdivision Plan for Lake Bennet Centre (Replat of Lots 2, 3, 4 & 5). This Addendum date stamped June 10, 1999 rearranges some of the lots in the original Final Subdivision Plan (Lots 2-5). E. Approval and Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to Execute Final Plat for Lake Bennet Centre, Lots 2, 3,4, and 5 Replat. This is the final stage necessary before recording the plat of the above plan. F. Approval and Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to Execute Final Plat for Remington Oaks Phase I. In conjunction with this Final Plat, the Developer is conveying Tract A as shown on the Plat to the City as a continuous greenway, open space and recreation area in accordance with the Annexation and Development Agreement dated February 4, 1997. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion carried 5-0. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC Denise Lenko, 1117 Kimball Drive, displayed photographs taken of Kimball Drive and stated that she had spoken with several departments in the City regarding the drainage problem and her request for swales on Kimball Drive. Discussion ensued involving swales, ribbon curbs, Russell/Malcolm Drive issues, and public rights-of-way. City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira reported that the project is not finished, money is not available to go all the way to Russell Drive, and that curbing had to be installed due to road deterioration by vehicles. City Manager Shapiro clarified his direction from the City Commission, which was to do the best they could to contain the water, and in the best interest for the drainage, and requested the Commission to allow Staff the authority to make a policy decision to properly do the project subject to funds available since the Stormwater Fund is very limited in dollars. Consensus was for the Engineering Department to take a look at the situation and notify property owners of their intent. Cindy Crawford,1201 Kimball Drive, spoke to the issue of the Kimball/Sabrina Drive swales/flooding and displayed photographs of high water marks at her residence. Gary Hood, 2028 Hedgerow Circle, spoke on behalf of the Ocoee Little League concerning the fields, fence, and grass issues. Recreation Director Nordquist stated that they needed a quote on fencing from Public Works. City Manager Shapiro stated that the City is waiting on revenue projections before funds can be considered for this project, and that he would check to see if the City or Groundtek maintains the Complex field and ask them to mow it. 3 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 Debi Kerkhoff, 1744 Sparking Water Circle, requested a zoning variance concerning her property. Ms. Kerkhoff had requested a permit from the City for a patio enclosure for her home and was denied. Discussion ensued. City Manager Shapiro requested the opportunity to meet with his Staff to explore the issue and would get back in touch with Ms. Kerkhoff thereafter. Vicki Pate, 1003 Armada Court (call in), inquired if the City would pick-up extra garbage if placed outside of the green receptacle. Discussion followed. Chad Martin, 560 S. Bluford (call in), inquired the status of location for the new fire station. City Manager Shapiro reported that they were still looking and will report back. Nancy Cox, 711 Pine Street (e-mail), requested a dead-end sign on Pine Street. City Manager Shapiro stated that he would meet with Public Director Smith regarding this issue. Bill (e-mail), requested no trespassing signs at retention pond north of Fire Station #4. City Manager Shapiro reported that signs have been placed at this location several times and have been stolen again. R. P. Mohnacky, 1820 Prairie Lake Boulevard, stated that the pavement on Prairie Lake Boulevard can be improved and that the City should get involved in class action lawsuit regarding computers. RECESS 9:23 P.M. - 9:35 P.M. COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS/CORRESPONDENCE Commissioner Howell: 1) Extended Happy Birthday wishes to his son Austin, who will be 7 years old on Wednesday, and his daughter, Kelly, whose birthday is today. Commissioner Anderson: 1) Expressed his thanks to Orlando Sentinel reporter Craig Quintana, who was moving to Idaho with his family. 2) Invited all citizens to participate in the Starke Lake Clean-Up on Saturday, June 19, 1999, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 :30 a.m. beginning at the boat ramp. 3) Playfully requested the Mayor/Commission receive a standing invitation to all block parties. Commissioner Johnson: 1) Announced the birth of his granddaughter, Mckenzie, on June 10, weighing 5 lbs, 11 ounces. Commissioner Parker: 1) Will be at the Starke Lake Clean-up on Saturday after Jazzercise. 2) Expressed get well thoughts and prayers to Jean Grafton on her imminent surgery. Mayor Vander2:rift: 4 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 1) Announced Men's Health Night sponsored by Senior Central on Monday, June 21,5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Gleason Room at Health Central. 2) Announced the Department of Health and Human Services would be conducting a health survey June 27 through August 20, 1999, and approximately 450 people from Orange County will be asked to participate. 3) Announced invitation to a Volunteer Appreciation Barbecue extended by the Florida Lakewatch Crew on Wednesday, July 14, at 5:00 p.m. at the Orange County Extension Office on the corner of Bumby and Michigan Avenues. 4) Echoed Commissioner Anderson's and Parker's invitation to the Starke Lake Clean-up this Saturday. PUBLIC HEARINGS Note: The following item was taken out of order. Amendment to Preliminary Site Plan and Final Site Plan for Esplanade Apartments at Plantation Grove. Planning Director Wagner stated that a request has been made to amend the Preliminary and Final Site Plans for the Esplanade Apartments, changing the brick wall along Maguire Road to a decorative block wall, that this was a policy issue rather than a technical issue, and in the event the wall should be changed, it would be a formal amendment. Mr. Tom Daly, T. Daly Design Group, 641 W. Fairbanks, Winter Park, described the benefits of the maintenance free block wall as compared to a brick wall. Dr. Robert Ferdinand stated that the wall would not even be seen on the other side of the street, and that the maintenance free block wall was far more superior esthetically. Dr. Ferdinand and Mr. Daly answered questions from the Commission. Discussion ensued. The Public Hearing was opened. Peter Spence, Director, Cross Creek HOA, read a prepared statement not III favor of the amendment. Former Commissioner Scott A. Glass, 203 Laurenburg Lane, agreed with Mr. Spence and said he did not think it was in the best interest of the City to renege the interests of the citizens of Ocoee. Ms. Kimberly Christoefl, 572 Bridge Creek Blvd., requested the wall be brick and was not in favor of the amendment. Ms. Rosemary Morganto, 11012 Graneshire Court, Windermere Groves, provided a letter from the Wesmere Maintenance Association expressing their non acceptance of the amendment, and stated the Windermere Groves HOA was of the same opinion. Ms. Morganto stated that she contacted the manufacturer of the block and was told it was commercially used by Target and Wal-Mart. 5 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 Ms. Carolyn D' Argenio, 2406 Quiet Waters Loop, stated that she was tired of Dr. Ferdinand changing his mind on everything. Mr. Daly responded by stating that the amendment consisted of less than 200 feet, and that over 2000 feet of brick wall have been done at the request of the residents in the community. Commissioner Anderson requested the commitment, according to the Minutes, be adhered to. The Public Hearing was closed. Commissioner Parker stated she agreed with everything said by the citizens and the Commission. Commissioner Johnson stated that when Commissioner Glass was on the Commission, a great deal of repetitive discussions came up because of the promise of brick walls by Mr. Daly. Commissioner Johnson stated he personally liked brick walls and thinks they do make a difference. Commissioner Howell stated that if the citizens expected brick walls, then brick is to be used. Mayor Vandergrift stated that he encourages all developers to cover up fences with greenery, and that on the basis of the citizen response, he would have to side with the citizens. Commissioner Parker, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, moved to deny the Amendment to Preliminary Site Plan and Final Site Plan for Esplanade Apartments. Motion carried 5-0. RECESS 10:12 P.M. - 10:22 P.M Mayor of the Day Fazio departed. Ordinance No. 99-24, Road Impact Fee. (Continued from June 1, 1999) City Attorney Rosenthal read Ordinance No. 99-24 by title only. Brad Friel, Capital Projects/Transportation Planner, gave a brief overview of the technical aspects of the latest impact fee update and the research Staff has done on behalf of the Commission's request from the June 1, 1999 City Commission Regular Meeting. City Attorney Paul Rosenthal also spoke on the issue of the continuance from the June 1, 1999 meeting as well, stating that the motion on the table as it stands was that Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, moved to leave residential (on Table 1) where it is and go forward with the rest of the staff recommendation: i.e, adopt Ordinance 99-24 to amend Sections 87 -1 through 87-13 and to adopt a new Section 87-14 of Article 1 of Chapter 87 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Ocoee entitled, "Road Impact Fees" subject to deletion of "Video Rental Store" from the list of land uses contained within Exhibit "A," the Updated Impact fee Schedule. The Public Hearing was opened. 6 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 Mr. R. P. Mohnacky, 1820 Prairie Lake Boulevard, stated that the residents get charged taxes and commercial properties get tax breaks and make money. Discussion ensued. Ms. Kimberly Christoefl, 572 Bridge Creek Blvd., stated that impact fees were important and she did not want taxes increased if the impact fees were not increased. Ms. Christoefl further requested that the Commission consider Ms. Martha Lopez-Anderson for the Planning and Zoning Board. The Public Hearing was closed. City Manager Shapiro reported that he had received and copied to the Commission an e-mail from Mr. Hudson concerning this issue. Commissioner Johnson stated that he would like to leave the residential where it is at and work on commercial, and that impact fees need to be where the City does not raise/impact residents expenses. Commissioner Parker stated that the impact fees on a new home do not affect the sale of a home. Commissioner Howell stated that the impact fee appears to be reduced by half, requested the definition of enabling, and asked what would happen if the City did nothing with the Road Impact Fees. City Attorney Rosenthal described enabling as something not passed through legislation, and that if the City failed to act on the issue, it would leave the City open to a challenge, and that the Ordinance prevents those challenges. Whit Blanton, Principal Transportation Planner, SAIC, stated that he was aware of at least one potential challenge by a grocery store. Mayor Vandergrift stated that if something is forced by the government and you pay it, then it is a tax, and all impact fees together total between $7,000-$10,000, and expressed interest in incorporating into the Ordinance a six month study without holding up the building process as suggested by Mr. Hudson's attorney. City Manager Shapiro responded that in some instances in some shopping centers, it takes over a year for all the stores to open up. Discussion included a possible monitoring system. Commissioner Anderson agreed with Commissioner Parker, and stated that as years go by, you pay more for impact fees. Commissioner Johnson requested clarification of his pending motion made on June 1, 1999. City Attorney Rosenthal read the previous motion, and reiterated his recommendation that the City Commission adopt the proposed ordinance as originally recommended by staff and that no changes be made to the rate schedule proposed by SAIC, and that taking no action on the ordinance would be a better course of action than adopting the proposed amended ordinance. 7 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 Commissioner Howell requested clarification of the motion on the table and the residential impact fees as they exist versus being raised. Discussion ensued. Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, moved to leave residential (on Table 1) where it is and gO forward with the rest of the staff recommendation: i.e, adopt Ordinance 99-24 to amend Sections 87-1 through 87-13 and to adopt a new Section 87-14 of Article 1 of Chapter 87 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Ocoee entitled, "Road Impact Fees" subiect to deletion of "Video Rental Store" from the list of land uses contained within Exhibit "A," the Updated Impact fee Schedule. Motion failed 2-3. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to adopt the original Proposed Ordinance No. 99-24 to amend Sections 87-1 through 87-13 and to adopt a new Section 87-14 of Article I of Chapter 87 of the Code (Road Impact Fees) deleting the "Video Rental Store" from the list of land uses contained within the updated Impact Fee Schedule. Motion carried 3-2 (Aye: Howell. Anderson, Parker: Nos: Vandergrift. Johnson) Commissioner Johnson stated that raising the residential impact fees affects citizens the most. Commissioner Parker stated that the residential impact fees would only affect new homeowners. OTHER BUSINESS Note: The following items were taken out of order. Discussion/Action re: Telecommunications Award. Information Systems Manager Tartar gave a brief presentation of the telecommunications project and introduced Mr. Lee McCain from Lucent Technology and Messrs. Ron Shelton and Jim Ellerbee from Sprint-Florida. The two vendors responded to questions raised by the Commission concerning specifications and design. Commissioner Anderson made the motion to accept Lucent Technology's bid. Motion died due to the lack a second motion. Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Howell. made the motion to accept Staffs recommendation to award the telecommunications contract to Sprint-Florida. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Anderson stated that if the City had selected Lucent, they would be better off five years down the road. First Reading: Ordinance No. 99-25, Builder Complaint Log. City Attorney Rosenthal read the title only of this Ordinance. 8 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 Commissioner Anderson stated that he felt the one year Log was not sufficient, and requested Staff to make a revision to the Ordinance to reflect a three year Log. Discussion ensued and consensus was made to the three year change. Discussion/Adoption of Resolution No. 99-13, Extension of Time Warner Cable Franchise. City Attorney Rosenthal read the title only of this Resolution. Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, made the motion to adopt Resolution No. 99-13, Extension of Time Warner Cable Franchise which extends the current franchise agreement with Cablevision Industries of Florida, Inc. d/b/a Time Warner Communications to October 2, 1999. Motion carried 4-1 (Ayes: Howell. Anderson, Vandergrift, Parker. Nos: Johnson.). Commissioner Anderson noted that he was not looking for a long term franchise - no longer than three years due to the technology and possible new laws, and stated he would like to see this issue come back to the Commission. Discussion/Action re: Change Order No.2 with Prime Construction Group for CIP Project Nos. 3,17, and 29 (Spring Lake Basin Projects). Commissioner Howell asked why there was a need for the change order and when Prime Construction Group received the blueprints. City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira and Assistant City Engineer/Utilities Director/Construction Administrator Wheeler stated that the bid tabulation form did not show the correct quantities and the bid was based on the amount tabulated, leading to the inaccuracy. City Manager Shapiro requested information on where the error occurred and who was responsible for the error. Mr. Wheeler stated that PEC was responsible for the error. Commissioner Anderson requested that Mr. Shira send a letter to PEC expressing the City Commission's concerns on the inaccuracy of the bid form for the referenced projects. Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, made the motion to approve Change Order No.2 with Prime Construction Group for CIP Proiect Nos. 3, 17 and 29 (Spring Lake Basin Proiects) increasing the contract amount by $13.565.57, extending the contract time twenty-one days, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Change Order No.2. Motion carried 4-0. (Note: Mayor Vandergrift was absent from the Chambers.) Discussion/Action re: Design Fee Proposal- Reclaimed Water Retrofit Project for Reserve and Reflections Subdivisions. (Mayor Vandergrift returned to the Chambers.) 9 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 Commissioner Anderson asked if three companies bid on this project. City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira stated that the City has three firms to choose from at the Engineering Department's discretion, and that this process was used in assigning this project to Ivey, Harris & Walls, Inc. Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, made the motion to approve Staffs recommendation to authorize Ivey, Harris & Walls, Inc. to proceed with design and associated services for a reclaimed water system in Reflections and The Reserve subdivision in the not-to- exceed fee of$53,989.80. Motion carried 5-0. Mayor Vandergrift asked if there was a plan to come up with a rate study for the reclaimed water. City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira stated that part of the rate study contractor's (Burton & Associates) responsibility is a rate proposal for the reclaimed water. Discussion/Action re: Set Date for Review of Sunshine Law. City Attorney Rosenthal stated that July 29, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. has been set for the workshop. Accepted without obiection. Discussion/Action re: Joint Participation Agreement with FDOT re Maguire Road Bridge. City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira reported that this Agreement has been looked at by both the Consultant and City Attorney and stated the City would be eligible for reimbursement up to $1 million in costs after the bridge is built. Discussion included the number of lanes, the location of the bridge, paving issues, and the level of obligation from the State for reimbursement. Mayor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner Howell. made the motion to approve Staff s recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Joint Participation Agreement with FDOT for the Turnpike/Maguire Road Bridge. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion/Action re: Flora Estates Water Main Extension Award of Construction Contract to Prime Construction. Mayor Vandergrift asked if there were any questions. Commissioner Howell asked how many projects that Prime Construction was involved in with the City. Assistant City Engineer Wheeler stated that they are completing the project discussed above with Change Order #2, the Phase II Water Main Project, and the successful low bidder for the renovations to Fire Station #4, and stated their work has been exemplary. Discussion ensued. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, made the motion to approve Staffs recommendation to authorize the Engineering Department to execute the Notices of Intent To Award and secure executed contract documents, bonds and insurance from the contractor, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to, after proper review for compliance by staff and legal 10 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 counsel. execute the contracts with Prime Construction Group, Inc. in the amount of $78260.00 for Flora Estates Water Main Extension proiect. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Howell reported traffic/vision problems resulting from the mounds of dirt on Adair Road and asked who the Contractor was on that project. Mr. Wheeler stated it was Wharton-Smith and would follow-up on the issue. Discussion/Action re: Purchase of New Recreation Bus. Recreation Director Nordquist stated that this request is for the purchase of a new bus as an emergency purchase. City Manager noted that this is different from the mid-year budget request. Discussion included Federal ruling for school bus standards for use in transporting children. Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Howell, made the motion to approve Staffs recommendation to purchase a new bus as an emergency purchase with funding from the General Fund Contingency for the first lease payment and temporary rental of a bus at a price not to exceed $6,700.00. Motion carried 5-0. Appointments to Boards Recreation Advisory Board - Fill Vacancy for James D. Blackwelder whose term expires October 1, 2001. Discussion ensued with the consensus that this appointment be postponed until the next Commission Meeting. Commissioner Howell requested that the City Clerk Department mail an application to Mr. Christelli. Planning and Zoning Commission - Fill Vacancy for Glenda Hopkins whose term expires July 1999. Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, made the motion to appoint Mr. Dan Matthys to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a term to expire July, 2002. Motion carried 5-0. STAFF REPORTS - None. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Howell: 1) Asked who installed the "No Trespassing" signs on Clarke Road and whose property it was located on. City Manager Shapiro advised that the City is responsible for the signs at the entryway to the ioint ponds owned by the City: however, the signs are stolen as quickly as they are installed. 11 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 2) Requested research into the possibility of the City allowing a place for citizens to bring trucks to mud race. City Manager Shapiro advised he would research the request: however, based on past experience, reported that the liability issue would be the greatest issue to overcome. Commissioner Anderson: 1) Reported receiving an e-mail message asking about the "No Trespassing" signs just beyond Fire Station #4, with the response the same as Commissioner Howell's same question above. 2) Requested the status of the grass at Central Park. City Manager Shapiro reported that it was good. 3) Reminded everyone of the Starke Lake Clean-up on June 19 at 8:30 a.m. 4) Asked when the next POWR kick-off was or status of the program. City Manager Shapiro stated the Commission would be receiving a report soon. 5) Received a memo on the West Orange Chamber Business Expo and requested the City have a booth there to display the POWR Program as well as the Neighborhood Crimewatch, Chaplains, and Explorer Program since his District did not have a Road Show. Discussion ensued. Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to expend an amount not to exceed $1.000 to include employee overtime and two (2) tables at the Expo on June 26 and 27, 1999, for the next kick-off of the POWR Program and to include the Neighborhood Crimewatch Program. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Parker: No comments at this time. Commissioner Johnson: 1) Suggested that Staff participate on the second day of the Retreat for the Commission. City Manager Shapiro reported that he would be meeting with the Mediator from the Staff Retreat this week and would discuss this with her, and suggested the Mayor talk to her as well. Discussion ensued noting that the Retreat would be considered a Public Meeting. 2) Reported that he attended a meeting last week with several members of the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development and has requested information on housing and funding from them, and will report back on the possibilities. Mayor Vandergrift: 1) Invited the community to participate in the Ocoee Middle School renovations, specifically landscaping projects. Mayor Vandergrift will report back with more information as the project progresses, and indicated that the landscaping project would not begin for approximately 2 years. 2) Reminded everyone of the Starke Lake Clean-up this Saturday, which will include a surprise and lunch. 12 Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting June 15, 1999 ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 1: 15 a.m. Attest: _-hILfC-' .lfc..d-/lllL> Fran Gosnell, Deputy City Clerk APPROVED City of Ocoee ~.c::-: I ~l. . ,/, ..- . I 2 / . ttA..iO /,!..-/ i' S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor ' I /j '/ 13