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MINUTES OF THE OCOEE CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
HELD TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vandergrift called the regular meeting to order at 7: 17 p.m. in the Commission
Chambers. Prayer by Commissioner Anderson was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag. The roll was called and a quorum was declared present.
PRESENT: Mayor Vandergrift, Commissioners Anderson, Howell, Johnson and Parker. Also
present were City Manager Shapiro, City Attorney Rosenthal, City Engineer/Utilities Director
Shira, Community Relations/Projects Director Shira, Public Works Director Smith, Planning
Director Wagner, Principal Planner Lewis, Senior Planner McGinnis, Capital
Projects/Transportation Planner Friel, Building and Zoning Official Flippen, Zoning Coordinator
Harper, Code Enforcement Supervisor Simon, Assistant City Engineer/Utilities Director
Wheeler, Fire Chief Strosnider, Recreation Director Nordquist, Deputy City Clerk Gosnell and
Acting City Clerk Green.
ABSENT:
None.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
PRESENTATIONS
Introduction of Louise Brown - Principal of New School at Clarke/Silver Star
Mayor Vandergrift introduced Louise Brown, currently the principal at Tildenville Elementary,
who has been appointed principal for the new school now under construction at the intersection
of Clarke and Silver Star Roads. Mrs. Brown introduced her husband, Richard Brown, the band
director at Ocoee Middle School, and said they have lived and worked in Ocoee since 1977 and
she is excited about serving as principal for the new school.
Presentation of Years of Service Awards
Mayor Vandergrift presented a Years of Service Award to Butch Stokes in recognition of 15
years of service to the City. Employees Michael Bryant and Dennis Trimble were not present for
awards for five and ten years of service, respectively.
CONSENT AGENDA
The consent agenda consisted of items A, B, C, D, E and F.
A. Approval and Acceptance of Minutes of City Commission Regular Meetings of November
16, 1999 and December 7, 1999.
B. Approval and Authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to Execute the Non-Exclusive
Temporary Easement Agreement with Lee A Peyton and Rebecca B. Peyton and
authorization for Payment of $250.00 to Cover their Costs in Reviewing and Executing the
Agreement.
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· The City needs to acquire this Easement for the Maguire Road Widening Project.
C. Approval of Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to Execute the Non-Exclusive
Temporary Easement Agreement with Normandale Financial Corporation and Authorization
of Payment of $250.00 to Cover their Costs in Reviewing and Executing the Agreement.
· The City needs to acquire this Easement for the Maguire Road Widening Project.
D. Approval and Authorization for Mayor and City Clerk to Execute the Non-Exclusive
Temporary Easement and Non-Exclusive Perpetual Slope Easement Agreements with
Jeannette Ferran Stone and Debra Diane Stone and Authorization of Payment of $250.00 to
Cover their Costs in Reviewing and Executing the Agreement.
· The City needs to acquire these Easements for the Maguire Road Widening Project.
E. Approval and Authorization for Temporary Closing of Woodgrain Court for New Year's Eve
Party on December 31, 1999 from 4:00 p.m. to I :00 a.m.
· This authorization requires: (1) Road blocking with proper barricades; (2) An emergency
lane maintained during the time the street is blocked; (3) Advance notification of all
residents affected by the road blockage.
F. Approval and Authorization for Temporary Closing of Jimson Avenue, Satin Leaf Circle and
Penny Lane in Amber Ridge for New Year's Eve Party on December 31, 1999 from 10:00
p.m. to I :00 a.m.
· This authorization requires: (1) Road blocking with proper barricades; (2) An emergency
lane maintained during the time the streets are blocked; (3) Advance notification of all
residents affected by the road blockage; and (4) Florida legal personal fireworks only.
Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to approve the consent
agenda as presented. Motion carried 5-0.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC - None.
COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS/CORRESPONDENCE
Commissioner Parker
1. Thanked staff and Sysco and everyone who was involved in the Christmas Dinner
that was served on Friday at Ocoee Middle School.
2. Wished everyone happy and safe holidays. She urged extra caution when shopping
and discarding boxes from purchases to avoid theft.
Commissioner Johnson
1. Said the Christmas Dinner at the Middle School had been great and thanked staff and Sysco
and everyone who had helped with it.
2. Regarding safety during the holidays, he said to be sure to close garage to avoid theft.
Commissioner Anderson
1. Urged everyone to be careful during the holidays.
2. Advised those who have computers who are uncertain about their Y2K protocol to set the
date back a couple months as a precaution.
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Commissioner Howell
1. Wished a Merry Christmas and safe holidays to Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager and
City staff.
2. Thanked City Manager Shapiro and the Police Department for their assistance in providing a
good Christmas for a Winter Garden family undergoing hardship.
Mayor Vandergrift
1. Announced that City Hall will be closed on Friday, December 24 and Monday, December 27.
Garbage will be picked up on Monday, but not on Friday.
2. Announced a park dedication today for an Extreme Park that Orange County is building
behind the Evans Ninth Grade Center. He said park activities will include roller-blading,
midget auto racing, and high speed bicycling.
3. Announced the 1999 Christmas Lighting winners in Ocoee:
Best Overall: Paula and Jerry Jones, 801 W. Harbour Court
Most Elaborate: John Holzkampf, 701 Butterfly Drive
Most Unusual: Keith, Samantha and Toni Wheaton, 92 Bexley Boulevard
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mayor ProTem Anderson presided momentarily while Mayor Vandergrift stepped away from
the dais. When he returned, Mayor Vandergrift announced that it was his intention to request
continuation ofltem VI G, Variance - Case No. 03VR-99: Christiansen Family to the January 4,
2000 meeting.
Note: Public Hearing items are listed in the order considered.
RESOLUTION No. 99-21, DOSTORIAN PROPERTY, VACATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY, CASE No.
V AC-99-001.
WEST OAKS TOWNE CENTER, PROJECT No. LS-99-013 - PRELIMINARY!FINAL SUBDIVISION
PLAN AND PRELIMINARY!FINAL SITE PLAN
City Attorney Rosenthal read by title only proposed Resolution No. 99-21, providing for
vacating a portion of unnamed right-of-way which lies just north of and east of Tract 7, Orlando
Groves Association, Lake Lotta Groves.
As Commission had no objection to a combined staff report, Planning Director Wagner
presented the staff report for the Resolution and the West Oaks Towne Center Plans. The West
Oaks Towne Center is a proposed 13.086 acre commercial/retail shopping center project to be
located at the northeast corner of State Road 50 and Clarke Road. As provided in the Resolution,
the applicant has requested vacation of a portion of undeveloped right-of-way situated on the
north and east property boundaries so that it might be incorporated into the proposed West Oaks
Towne Center site plan. He pointed out that the property is zoned C-2, Community Commercial
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District, which allows a wide range of retail, office, restaurant and service uses. The main
anchors proposed for the 113,712 square foot center include Best Buy, Michael's, and Petsmart
together with a variety of other retail and restaurant uses.
Mr. Wagner said Staff recommends approval of the Resolution to vacate undeveloped rights-of-
way situated on the north and east property boundaries subject to providing utility easements
over the vacated roadways.
Mr. Wagner explained six technical waivers requested by the applicant. He said the first two
waivers permit reduction of side setbacks and buffers where Lot 2 adjoins Lot I. The third
waiver allows a ten foot front setback reduction to preserve a large oak tree. The fourth waiver
computes parking based upon gross leasable space versus gross square footage (allows more
green area in parking lot). The fifth waiver allows site lighting to conform to upgraded standards
which meet national standards. (Mr. Wagner said that Staff would be coming back to
Commission with a recommended national standard for lighting.) The sixth waiver provides for
the center identification name on the structural portion of the sign to be exempt from the 15 foot
height requirement.
Responding to questions and concerns about lighting from Commissioner Anderson and
Commissioner Howell, Mr. Wagner explained that the current code provides that the lighting be
directed downward and that it be screened from adjoining properties. He said the new regulation
will provide a standard for the intensity of the light. It will set a safety standard for lighting
without creating glare and light trespass and reduces the ambient glow of the light. He said detail
about color of the lighting and type of lamp had not been addressed, but the trend is toward
lighter lamps such as sodium or halogen. He said the candle wattage for this project meets the
standard of a maximum of 7.5 foot candles with an average of 2.5 foot candles over the site. He
said that 5 foot candles is the recommended safety standard for most new retail outlets.
In discussion about the sign in waiver six, Mr. Wagner explained that the total height ofthe sign
will be 18 feet at finished grade.
Mr. Wagner noted Planning and Zoning Commission's unanimous recommendation for
approval of the Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan and the Preliminary/Final Site Plan for the
West Oaks Towne Center and concluded with Staffs recommendation for approval of the
roadway vacation and the Plans.
Several representatives were present for the developer to answer questions.
The public hearing was opened for Resolution No. 99-21, and as no one wished to speak, the
public hearing was closed.
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Howell. seconded by Commissioner
Parker, moved to approve Resolution No. 99-21, vacating a portion of unnamed right-of-way
which lies iust north of and east of Tract 7, Orlando Groves Association, Lake Lotta Groves.
(Dostorian Property, Vacation of Right-of-Way, Case No. AC 99-001). Motion carried 5-0.
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The public hearing was opened for the Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan and the
Preliminary/Final Site Plan for the West Oaks Towne Center. As no one wished to speak, the
public hearing was closed.
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
HowelL moved to approve the Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan and the Preliminary/Final Site
Plan for the West Oaks Towne Center, Proiect No. LS-99-013 including all waivers specified
therein, in accordance with the Plan date stamped received bv the City on December 10, 1999.
Motion carried 5-0.
VARIANCE - CASE No. 03VR-99:CHRISTIANSEN FAMILY
The public hearing was opened, and Mavor Vandergrift, seconded by Commissioner
Anderson, moved to continue the public hearing to the January 4, 2000 City Commission
meeting. Motion carried 5-0.
ORDINANCE No. 99-39, LAKE JOHIO ANNEXATION, CASE No. AR-98-11-13
City Attorney Rosenthal read the proposed ordinance by title only.
Senior Planner McGinnis presented a combined staff report for the proposed ordinances
annexing and rezoning a 17.89 acre parcel located approximately 450 feet north of the Silver
Star/Clarke Road intersection, east of Clarke Road. The parcel contains three single family
homes and associated barns. The applicant is proposing to develop the subject property as a
single family subdivision and has requested R-IAAA zoning for the lots around the lake and
RIA for the lots near Clarke Road. Ms. McGinnis said based on staff review and DRC and
Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendations, staff recommends approval of the
proposed annexation and rezoning requests.
The developer was present to answer questions.
The public hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak, the public hearing was closed.
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner HowelL seconded by Commissioner
Johnson, moved to adopt Ordinance No. 99-39, Lake Johio Annexation. approving the requested
annexation in Case No. 98-11-13. Motion carried 5-0.
ORDINANCE No. 99-40, LAKE JOHIO REZONING, CASE No. AR-98-11-13
(From Orange County R-1A to Ocoee R-1A and R-1AAA)
City Attorney Rosenthal read the proposed ordinance by title only.
The public hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Issues raised in the ensuing discussion included encouraging brick streets in new development,
making new home buyers aware of the limitations on expansion they may face, especially with
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smaller lots, and providing a buffer between RIA and RIAAA zonings. It was suggested that
potential buyers could contact the Building Department to learn what their options are now, and
that staff report back with research on what other cities are doing about this issue.
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Parker, seconded by Commissioner
Johnson, moved to find that the application in Case No. AR-98-11-13 is consistent with: (1) the
Ocoee Comprehensive Plan; (2) the Future Land Use Map; (3) the Ocoee Land Development
Code; and (4) the JPA Agreement and to adopt Ordinance No. 99-40, Lake Johio Rezoning to
enact the requested rezoning from Orange County R-IA to Ocoee R-IA and R-lAAA. Motion
carried 5-0.
RESOLUTION No. 99-22, AZALEA RANCH LANE AND LAKE JOBIO ROAD, VACATION OF
RIGHT-OF-WAY, CASE No. V AC-99-002
City Attorney Rosenthal read the proposed resolution by title only.
LAKE JOBIO SUBDIVISION, PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAN: PROJECT No. LS-99-012
Senior Planner Lewis presented a combined staff report for the proposed vacation of right-of-
way and the Preliminary Subdivision Plan. If vacated, the Azalea Ranch Lane right-of-way
would be used primarily as a buffer between the single family subdivision and the commercial
property located to the south, and the Lake Johio Road right-of-way would be incorporated into
the single family subdivision. A utility easement is to be maintained over the right-of-way. The
Lake Johio Subdivision, to include a total of 87 single family residential lots, is located on the
east side of Clarke Road, just north of Silver Star Road. He said the Subdivision is intended to
be a private gated community with custom homes and access from Clarke Road and Silver Star
Road via Johio Road. He said this subdivision and its association document will comply with
Orange County Resolution #96-M-22, which stipulates numerous requirements for gated
communities regarding the maintenance of the streets and drainage system. He said there will be
a six foot brick wall along the entire western boundary adjacent to Clarke Road and when the
commercial property to the south is developed, the developer of that property will build a six foot
brick wall along the southern boundary. Mr. Lewis explained the one proposed waiver from
Code requirements regarding the need for each lot to have at least 20 feet of frontage on a street.
Three lots have frontage on a private drive rather than a street (so they will have no sidewalk)
and this is intended to save as many oak trees as possible. He concluded with Staff s
recommendation for approval of Resolution No. 99-22 and the Preliminary Subdivision Plan.
Planning Director Wagner addressed Commission concerns about the waiver and emergency
vehicle access.
Tom Daley, of Daley Design Group, was one of those present for the developer. He said both
access points will have the opticon system for emergency vehicles, and they will be glad to look
at a traffic enforcement agreement for the community.
The public hearing was opened for Resolution No. 99-22. As no one wished to speak, the public
hearing was closed.
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Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to approve Resolution No.
99-22, vacating a portion of Azalea Ranch Lane and Lake Johio Road, which lies within the Lake
Johio Shores Subdivision. Motion carried 5-0.
The public hearing was opened for the Preliminary Subdivision Plan. As no one wished to
speak, the public hearing was closed.
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Parker, seconded by Commissioner
Howell, moved to approve the Preliminary Subdivision Plan for the Lake Johio Subdivision:
Plan, including the waiver set forth thereon, as date stamped received by the City on December
8, 1999. Motion carried 4-1, with Commissioner Anderson voting "No." Commissioner
Anderson said he felt the design should have included sidewalks for the three lots as well.
SILVER CROSSINGS, PROJECT No. LS-99-002 - PRELIMINARY!FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAN AND
PRELIMINARY!FINAL SITE PLAN
Planning Director Wagner presented the staff report for the proposed developed involving nine
acres located in the northeast quadrant of the Clarke Road and Silver Star Road intersection. He
said the one acre parcel at the intersection is owned by the Amoco Oil Company and is not a part
of this proposed subdivision. He said the anchor tenant is Publix and the proposed shopping
center will include a total of 67,238 square feet. Mr. Wagner said there remained umesolved
issues from the DRC and that the Planning and Zoning Commission had supported in a 5-1 vote
to staff s recommendation for denial as presented. He said, based on a letter received on
December 20, 1999 from Stephen E. Brandon, he felt the issues could be worked out, and
suggested deferring to a later meeting in order to allow time to resolve those issues, so that staff
might bring a positive recommendation to the Commission. City Manager Shapiro said he
would like to have an agreed upon Plan to present to Commission and he felt that the issues
could be worked out. Mr. Shapiro suggested continuing the public hearing to the January 18,
2000 Commission Meeting.
Stephen Brandon, with the Brandon Company, owner's authorized agent, said he would agree
to extending the public hearing to January 18 under the condition that Mr. Wagner would be
present at the next staff meetings. Mr. Shapiro and Mr. Wagner said that would be no
problem.
The public hearing was opened for the Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan and the
Preliminary/Final Site Plan for Silver Crossings.
Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to continue the public
hearing for Silver Crossings. Proiect No. LS-99-002, PreliminaryIFinal Subdivision Plan and
PreliminarylFinal Site Plan to the January 18, 2000 City Commission Meeting. Motion carried
5-0.
OTHER BUSINESS
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Note: The next two items were considered prior to Silver Crossings under Public Hearings,
but are included here for clarity.
AUTHORIZATION TO FILE SUIT ON OCOEE FIRE STATIONS #3 AND #4
John Horan, Esq., of Foley and Lardner, presented the staff report. He said the remedial work
relating to the grading, drainage, driveway and air conditioning systems at both facilities had
been completed. He said the City is holding $26,064.00 on the construction contract for Fire
Station #4 to setoff against the damages, but the City had incurred approximately $150,000.00 in
additional. He said they recommend that the City file suit against the engineering firm, Gee &
Jenson, and the Contractor, Priority I of Brevard, Inc., and its surety, Travelers Casualty &
Surety Company, to recover its damages. The filing of suit requires authorization of the
Commission.
Commissioner Howelt seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to approve authorization to
file suit as noted above. Motion carried 5-0.
MAIN FIRE AND ADMINISTRATION STATION
ARCHITECTURAL AND PLANNING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ARCHITECTS DESIGN GROUP,
INC., (RFQ #99-02) AND SERVICES AUTHORIZATION No. 99-02-1(F)
Chief Strosnider presented the staff report. He said City Commission had selected Architects
Design Group, Inc. on September 21, 1999 and requested approval of the contract and the
services authorization for a needs study, a site utilization study, and a master plan.
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner
Howell, moved to authorize the firm of Architects Design Group Inc. to proceed with Service
Authorization No. 99-02-1(f) and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all the
documents necessary to consummate the transaction of the Agreement. Motion carried 5-0.
RECESS: 9:10 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
PROFESSIONAL P ARKW A Y/OLD WINTER GARDEN ROAD DESIGN CONTRACT WITH
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
PEC ADDENDUM No. 99-10, PART" A" ROADWAY DESIGN PLUS MAGUIRE ROAD UTILITY
DESIGN.
PEC ADDENDUM No. 99-11, PART "B" ROADWAY DESIGN
City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira presented the report for the design contract for the
widening of Professional Parkway from Maguire Road to Hemple A venue. He said it is a two
part project: the part from Maguire Road to Blackwood is Part "A" and Blackwood to Hemple is
Part "B." He explained that Part "B" is funded by Orange County and Part "A" is a joint City-
County funding arrangement.
City Manager Shapiro said this item should be approved subject to Orange County
Commission's approval of the Interlocal Agreement.
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As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
HowelL moved to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Addendum 99-10 to the
Agreement for Consulting Engineering Services between Ocoee and PEC for Part A of
Professional Parkway and Old Winter Garden Road proiect and Maguire Road utility system
improvements in the not-to-exceed amount of $435,451.00 and Addendum 99-11 to the
Agreement for Consulting Engineering Services between Ocoee and PEC for Part B of the
Professional Parkway and Old Winter Garden Road proiect in the not-to-exceed amount of
$258,521.00, subiect to Orange County Commission's approval ofthe Interlocal Agreement.
Motion carried 5-0.
PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT WITH HELLER BROS. GROVES FOR MAGUIRE ROAD
PROJECT
City Engineer/Utilities Director Shira presented the staff report for the Agreement which
covers several parcels of land owned by Heller and required for various purposes by the City for
the construction of the Maguire Road widening project and concluded with a recommendation
for approval.
City Attorney Rosenthal disclosed that the City had been represented by Carol Barice and the
law firm of Fowler, Barice and Feeney, P.A in connection with this matter due to Foley and
Lardner's conflict.
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner
Howell, moved to approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement with Heller Bros. Groves. Motion
carried 5-0.
CHANNEL 9 - COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Community Relations/Special Projects Director Shira and Deputy City Clerk Gosnell
presented the staff report suggesting guidelines for use of Channel 9. Mrs. Shira explained the
limitations of the current equipment and staff time, and Mr. Shapiro explained that they were
asking for direction from Commission for regulations, especially in light of anticipated
expansion to serve Winter Garden and Oakland as well.
Discussion ensued in which Commissioners said they would like broadcasts to include question
and answer sessions with Commissioners, job listings, coverage of Planning and Zoning
Commission and Code Enforcement Board meetings. There was also discussion about providing
assistance to the Mayor in preparing his power point presentations and the problem of limited
time available for the information systems employee to assist him.
Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Parker,
recommendation for Channel 9 Regulations as submitted.
Commissioner Anderson voting "No."
moved to approve the staff
Motion carried 4-1, with
SELECTION OF DESIGN FIRM FOR BEECH RECREATION CENTER
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Having explained the selection process, Commissioner Anderson. seconded by Commissioner
Parker, moved to approve staffs recommendation to select Borelli & Associates as the firm to
proceed with negotiations concerning the Family Aquatic Center plans. Motion carried 5-0.
CHANGE ORDER No. 1 TO CLEANNET USA JANITORIAL CONTRACT TO INCLUDE FIRE
DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
As had been recommended by staff, Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Parker, moved to approve Change Order No. I to CleanNet USA Janitorial Contract for an
annual cost of $2340.00 to include Fire Department Administrative Office. Motion carried 4-1,
with Commissioner Howell voting "No."
REQUEST FOR $6,700.00 FROM CONTINGENCY FOR EMERGENCY AIR CONDITIONING REPAIRS
Public Works Director Smith explained the repair that had been necessary for the City Hall
upstairs system, and Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, moved to
approve payment of $6,654.50 to Four Seasons Air Conditioning from the Contingency Fund.
Motion carried 5-0.
RESOLUTION No. 99-23 RE: POLICY STATEMENT CONCERNING THE LYNX Bus SYSTEM
City Attorney Rosenthal read the proposed resolution by title only, and City Manager Shapiro
explained that it had been prepared in response to Commission's concerns.
Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to approve Resolution
No. 99-23 regarding a policy statement concerning the Lynx Bus SYstem. Motion carried 4- L
with Mayor Vandergrift voting "No." Mayor suggested that Lynx representatives should have
been notified and invited to attend.
TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE UTILITIES RENEWAL & REPLACEMENT ACCOUNT FOR
DISSOLVED OXYGEN CONTROLLERS
As had been requested by staff, Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner
Johnson, moved to authorize an expenditure in the amount of $5,865.00 from the Wastewater
Repair and Replacement account for two Danfoss D.O. controllers as described in the Instrumark
International quote. Motion carried 5-0.
Note: Mayor Vandergrift left the dais and Mayor Pro Tern Anderson presided at 10:22 p.m.
CHANGE ORDER No.2 WITH WHARTON-SMITH, INC. FOR WATER DISTRIBUTION MAINS -
PHASE 1 PROJECT
Assistant City Engineer/Utilities Director Wheeler presented the staff report for the request to
enhance the project which included a new water main along Wurst Road from Peters Avenue to
the Jamela WTP, along Hackney-Prairie Road from the Forest Oaks WTP to Rich Drive, and the
cleaning and testing of the existing force main on Clarke Road.
Commissioner Howell, seconded by Commissioner Parker, moved to approve Change Order
No. 2 with Wharton-Smith, Inc. for the Water Distribution Mains Phase 1 Proiect. Motion
carried 4-0. (Mayor Vandergrift was away from the dais.)
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CHANGE ORDER No. 3 WITH WHARTON-SMITH, INC. FOR WATER DISTRIBUTION MAINS -
PHASE 1 PROJECT
Assistant City Engineer/Utilities Director Wheeler presented the staff report for Change Order
No.3 for the project noted above.
Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Howelt moved to approve Change Order
No.3 with Wharton-Smith for Water Distribution Mains - Phase 1 Proiect. Motion carried 4-0.
(Mayor Vandergrift was away from the dais.)
VVASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AND SOUTH VVATER TREATMENT PLANT
AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT
Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Howell, moved to approve the purchase
of the new Chlorine Residual Analyzer for the Wastewater Treatment Plan from Guardian
Equipment, Inc. in the amount of $2,915.00 to be funded from the Wastewater Reserve and
Replacement Account; to waive the requirements of the Purchasing Manual that securing three
written quotes for the purchase of equipment over $250.00 in value and approve the purchase and
installation of a new 100 Hp motor from Ingersoll-Rand, Inc. through Carter & Verplanck, Inc.
in the amount of $4,682.00 to be funded from the Water Reserve and Replacement Account.
Motion carried 4-0. (Mayor Vandergrift was away from the dais.)
Mayor Vandergrift returned to the dais at 10:27 p.m.
UTILITY RELOCATION AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
SILVER STAR ROAD (SR 438) TURN LANE AT OCOEE HILLS ROAD PROJECT
Assistant City Engineer/Utilities Director Wheeler presented the staff report.
Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Howelt moved to authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute the Utility Relocation Agreement with the Florida Department of
Transportation and authorize the Engineering and Utilities Departments to lend any assistance
necessary. Motion carried 5-0.
STAFF REPORTS
EMERGENCY ITEM - OCOEE MIDDLE SCHOOL REQUEST TO POST LAFAYETTE STREET ONE-
WAY WESTBOUND BETWEEN LAKE WOOD AND BLUFORD AVENUE 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. AND
3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
City Manager Shapiro explained the traffic congestion problems as a result of the current
construction at the Ocoee Middle School, and Mayor Vandergrift declared it an emergency
item and moved, seconded by Commissioner Johnson. to approve the Ocoee Middle School
request to post Lafayette Street as one-way westbound between Lakewood and Bluford Avenue
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from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and that adiacent residents be
notified of the change. Motion carried 5-0.
COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
Mayor Vandergrift apologized to Commissioner Parker if she felt he had raised his voice in
speaking to her earlier in the meeting. Commissioner Parker apologized for making him think
that she was accusing him of that.
Commissioner Johnson:
1. Asked status of design for the Lake Project. Mr. Shapiro said there would be a meeting on
the RFQ after January 1.
2. Asked status of City Hall law suit. Mr. Shapiro said it has been filed, and when action has
been taken, Attorney Bull will meet with Commission out of the sunshine.
3. Said he thought citizens were being misled about having no sirens when the new fire
and police stations are built. Mr. Shapiro said sirens would continue to be
necessary except for leaving the building as the opticon would change the light at
the entrance as is now the case at the Plantation Grove station.
4. Said the City needs to enforce the code requiring shopping centers, etc. to replace
dead plantings and asked that a letter be sent to Tee Pee Lumber about a problem
there.
5. Said someone is driving through the flower beds in the median on Bluford. Mr. Shapiro
said he will have rock put in to discourage the practice.
Commissioner Howell:
1. Thanked Mr. Smith for the clearing of trees at Vignetti Park.
2. Thanked Mr. Nordquist for the netting at Sorenson Field.
3. Announced the RSVP line is 656-2218.
4. Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Commissioner Anderson:
I. Concerning the new phone system, he said the recording needs to be changed to begin with
instruction to dial 9 and the extension number. He said the site specific phones in the new
system made it more labor intensive and asked how long it would take information systems
to correct broken phones.
2. Asked about the problems with the CISCO system. Mr. Shapiro said funds are budgeted for
CISCO engineers and they are here a lot to help.
3. Mentioned a new computer network to which other governmental agencies were changing
and Mr. Shapiro advised him to speak with Mr. Tartar about it when he returns from
bereavement leave.
4. Wished everyone happy holidays.
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Ocoee City Commission Regular Meeting
December 21, 1999
5. Referred to RSVP Action call from Phil Fiedler concerning grass that needed to be
mowed on A.D. Mims near Victory Baptist Church. Mr. Shapiro said it was
probably City right-or-way and he would have Mr. Smith take care of it.
Mayor Vandergrift:
I. Complimented staff on new City calendar which can be picked up at City Hall while supplies
last.
2. Said Christmas lighting in the City had been outstanding this year and that he would like to
see more commercial lighting. Commissioner Anderson asked why the lights were not on
Silver Star this year and Mr. Shapiro said they wanted to complete the Clarke Road corridor
and there were not enough funds though $5,000.00 had been added to the budget this year.
Discussion ensued about purchasing versus rental of the decorations and problems with
storage when purchased.
3. Asked if the City was intentionally killing the grass in the median on Clarke just south of
Silver Star. Mr. Shapiro said he will have it checked out.
4. Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and safe holidays.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:48 p.m.
Attest:
APPROVED
City of Ocoee
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Marian Green, Acting City Clerk
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