02-19-2019 Minutes MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 19,2019
CALL TO ORDER- 6:15 PM
Mayor Johnson called the regular session to order at 6:15 PM in the Commission Chambers of
City Hall. The invocation was led by Assistant City Manager Shadrix, followed by the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Grogan. City Clerk Sibbitt called roll
and declared a quorum present.
Present: Commissioner Grogan, Commissioner Wilsen, Mayor Johnson, Commissioner
Firstner
Absent: Commissioner Oliver
Also Present: City Manager Frank, City Attorney Cookson, City Clerk Sibbitt
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS -6:17 PM
Presentation of Check to S.T.A.R.S. of West Orange as the Beneficiary of the Proceeds
from the Chick-fil-A 5K Run and Kids Fun Run During the 2018 Founders' Day
Celebration - Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Mark Johnson recognized some
of the Parks and Recreation personnel; and further, introduced the Chick-fil-A representative
Beth Otts. Beth Otts thanked Dr. Fravel and Dr. Brewer, City staff, and participants for their
continued partnership and support with their event. She then announced this year's S.T.A.R.S.
of West Orange (Supplies to Assist Our Students) recipient, and introduced Alicia Douglas and
Dorcus Dillard. Alicia Douglas and Dorcus Dillard shared S.T.A.R.S. of West Orange has
been in operation for 16 years. It was founded by Joe and Chesta Hembrooke, residents of
Ocoee. Their mission is to coordinate community efforts to provide backpacks and basic school
supplies to economically challenged students attending public schools in Orange County,
Florida. Information on how to get involved can be found at www.supportstars.org, or by
visiting their volunteer center located in the West Oaks Mall. Beth Otts announced this year's
9th Annual Chick-fil-A 5K Run and Kids Fun Run will be held on October 26, 2019. She urged
participants to register early to take advantage of the early bird special.
Presentations by Chief Brown and the Citizens Advisory Council for Ocoee Police
Department (CACOPD): CACOPD Board Member Victoria Laney gave a brief summary
of the achievements of each of the award recipients and why they were chosen. Deputy Chief
McCosker also provided a brief biography of each recipient.
➢ Civilian of 2018 Year Award: Ross Brummett
➢ Volunteer of 2018 Year Award: Dennis Murray
➢ Officer of the Fourth Quarter: Officer Eric Edwards
➢ CIT Officer of 2018 Year Award: Officer Bruce Riggins
➢ Officer of 2018 Year Award: Officer Blake Prince
At the conclusion of the presentation, Mayor Johnson recognized Deputy Chief McCosker for
the assistance he provided to a family in need during the Holiday Season.
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COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC—None
STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW—None
COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS - 6:52 PM
Commissioner Grogan—None
Commissioner Wilsen — Announced the public is invited to attend the 14th Annual Spring
Fling. This free event will be held Saturday, March 9th from 10:00 AM—2:00 PM. Spring Fling
is a fun-filled day with free food, activities, games, and live demonstrations all aimed at
reinforcing safe behavior by youth and families.
Commissioner Firstner—None
Mayor Johnson — 1) Announced the City's General Municipal Election for Commissioner
District 1 will be held on Tuesday, March 12th at the Jim Beech Center off of A.D. Mims Road.
Early voting starts March 4th and goes through March 8th at the Orange County Supervisor of
Elections Office. To view a sample ballot, please visit the Elections page on the City's website.
2) Announced Coffee with a Cop is next Wednesday, February 27th from 2PM to 4PM at
Prime Mediterranean Grill. Come out and join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and
conversation. Free Fingerprint ID cards will be available for the kids. 3) Invited residents to
please come out to City Hall next Wednesday night, February 27th from 7PM to 8PM to
congratulate the winners of the 15th Annual Black History Month Essay Contest. The 5th grade
students who win will recite their essays addressing"Achieving My Dream." t'
CONSENT AGENDA- 6:54 PM
Consent Agenda Motion
Motion: Move to adopt the Consent Agenda Items #1 -#7.
Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Firstner; Motion
carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
1. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular Commission Meeting held February 5,2019.
(City Clerk Sibbitt)
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
2. Approval of New Appointment to the Citizen Advisory Council for Ocoee Police
Department(CACOPD). (City Clerk Sibbitt)
Members of the Citizen Advisory Council for Ocoee Police Department (CACOPD) serve three-year terms.
The Resolution creating the Board allows no more than fifteen (15) members. Currently the board has nine
(9) members. One application has been received by Knox Anderson who has shown an interest in being
appointed to the CACOPD for a term ending January 2022.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
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3. Approval of FDOT Resolution Relating to the Conveyance of FDOT Pond 2 to the
City of Ocoee and Revisions to the 2014 Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT) Memorandum of Understanding. (Deputy Development Services
Director/CRA Administrator Corless)
On November 13,2014,the City entered into a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU)regarding State Road £'
50's Stormwater Pond 2 (FDOT project number 239535-3), which is located south of State Road 50, east of
South Bluford Avenue and east of Ocoee Commerce Parkway. The MOU provides that, upon completion of
the construction project, Pond 2 would be conveyed to the City by Quit Claim Deed. The Community
Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has prepared conceptual plans to design, develop, and maintain the area
defined in the MOU as a public park, currently referred to as Wellness Park. As the State Road 50
construction is now complete, the City requested FDOT convey Pond 2 to the City. Based on this request,
FDOT is requiring revisions of Paragraphs 6 and 7 of the MOU. In addition, FDOT requested the City
approve and execute a resolution pertaining to the Quit Claim Deed of the property to the City.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
4. Approval to Prepare a Citywide Strategic Transportation Funding Program with
S&ME,Inc. (Deputy Development Services Director/CRA Administrator Corless) f`
The City is in the process of updating its long range transportation plan to include capital projects that support
the City's efforts in implementing the Downtown Master Plan as well as the 429 corridor development areas
and the CRA. Moving forward we need to identify the projects,prioritize them,and identify potential funding
for implementing each transportation project. Once this is complete, we then need to seek funding from such
sources as the State, MetroPlan and Orange County. S&ME, Inc., has prepared a scope of services to assist
the City and the CRA with this work. Tasks will include data collection, state and local coordination, and the
development of a Strategic Transportation Funding Program. S&ME, Inc., are currently under contract with
the City to provide Continuing Transportation Planning Consulting Services and all work will be conducted
in accordance with the terms and conditions included in their 2017 contract. S&ME's contract is for a lump
sum amount through the end of the fiscal year 2019. Based on the outcome of this work order, there may be
need to continue S&ME's services. If this is the case, an additional request will be brought back to the
Commission. This S&ME, Inc.,proposal will be before the Ocoee CRA for review and approval on February
19,2019.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
5. Approval of an Educational Affiliation Agreement with Lake Technical College. (Fire
Chief Miller)
The Ocoee Fire Department is seeking a formal Affiliation Agreement with Lake Technical College (Lake
Tech), which will allow personnel who are attending paramedic school the ability to complete their ride time
on the agency's rescue units and receive credit towards their education.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
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6. Approval of Second Amendment to Agreement for City Wide Towing Services with
Car Store of West Orange, Inc., and Sly's Towing & Recovery LLC. (Police Chief I'
Brown)
The City of Ocoee utilizes a tow rotation and has contracts with Car Store Towing and Sly's Towing. The
initial contract was a three-year contract beginning on March 1,2014, and ending on February 28,2017,with
two automatic one-year renewable extensions. The second automatic one-year renewable extension is set to
expire on February 28, 2019. The rates in the contract are based on Orange County tow rates. Since the rates
were renegotiated last year and to allow time to resolicit tow services,the Police Department is requesting the
current contract be extended six months until August 28, 2019. Both the Car Store of West Orange, Inc., and
Sly's Towing&Recovery LLC are in agreement with a six-month extension.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
7. Approval to Expend Forfeiture Monies to Law Enforcement Related Equipment
Needed to Outfit Every Sworn Police Officer with a Ballistic Helmet and Riot Face
Shield. (Police Chief Brown) •
The role of law enforcement in all cases, including an active shooter situation, is for the protection of lives
and property. In order to help accomplish this task it is paramount police officers have potential lifesaving s;
equipment to utilize. Over the past year every Ocoee Police Department Officer either has been or will be
assigned an active shooter vest. A common piece of equipment utilized in conjunction with an active shooter
vest is a ballistic helmet. Ballistic helmets have proven to save law enforcement officers' lives, as this was
evident in the Pulse nightclub incident in Orlando. The Police Department is requesting the use of up to
$40,000 of forfeiture funds(State)to equip every officer with a ballistic helmet and riot face shield.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
PUBLIC HEARING - None
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES—6:54 PM
8, First Reading of Ordinance Adding Article V to Chapter 108 of the City of Ocoee
Code of Ordinances Relating to Fire Safety Inspections. (Second Reading and Public Hearing
Date scheduled for March 5, 2019, Regular Commission Meeting at 6:15 PM or soon thereafter.)
(Support Services Director Butler)
Chapter 108 of the City Code provides minimum standards for residential, commercial, and industrial
properties in the city. Fire safety inspections conducted by the Ocoee Fire Department are not explicitly
addressed, as the ordinance only speaks generally of including fire hazard review as part of the overall
minimum standards inspection for commercial and industrial properties. State law requires the City to
conduct specific fire safety inspections using certified persons employed by the Fire Department. These
inspections are more detailed than implied by the current statutory wording in City Code. City staff
recommends the City Commission adopt the proposed changes to Chapter 108, which will add a new Article
V to address the specific needs for fire safety inspections.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the Ordinance.
Mayor Johnson announced that this will be presented as a second reading and public hearing at
the next scheduled City Commission meeting on March 5, 2019 at 6:15 PM or soon thereafter.
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SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES—PUBLIC HEARINGS - 6:56 PM 1
9. Second Reading of Ordinance for 3872 Old Winter Garden Road PUD - Annexation,
Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning to Planned Unit l
Development (PUD); Project No(s): AX-07-18-75, CPA-2018-007, RZ-18-07-12
(Advertised in the West Orange Times on Thursday, February 7, 2019 and February 14, 2019) t
(City Planner Rumer)
The subject site is approximately 1.25 acres in size and is located on the south side of Old Winter Garden
Road, east side of Hempel Avenue. The subject site is currently undeveloped. The subject site parcel ID
number is 28-22-28-0000-00-019.The parcel is currently zoned A-1 and has a Low Density Residential Land
Use designation. A new 7-Eleven convenience store and gas station were constructed on the west side of the i
parcel. The parcel is adjacent to two paper right of ways on the south and east side. The applicant will be
required to petition Orange County to vacate the adjacent right of ways in order to meet the proposed
development on the PUD Land Use Plan associated with the rezoning. The applicant is proposing to develop
a 33,200 SF medical office complex on 1.25 acres. The applicant is requesting that the PUD allow a front
setback of ten (10) feet, side setbacks of five (5) feet and a rear setback of 118 feet. The applicant is 8
proposing to rezone the property to Planned Unit Development (PUD). A Small Scale Comprehensive Map
Amendment is requested with this application to change the Future Land Use from Low Density to
Professional Office. Utilities will be provided by Orange County via an eight-inch water line on the south
side of Old Winter Garden Road and an extension to the east for Orange County sewer. Parking is being
provided with 166 parking spaces meeting a ratio of one (1) space for every 200 SF feet of office space.
Parking is provided via surface lot under the building and in the rear. A bicycle rack is also required.
Stormwater management will be provided in underground vaults under the drive isles. Landscape buffers on
the front side and rear will be provided. Since the proposed Office use is located adjacent to existing single- t.
family dwellings,a six(6)foot wall and landscaping are required on the rear.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance 1
b) Second Reading of Small Scale Comp Plan Amendment i
c) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
City Planner Rumer presented a brief PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Annexation,
Small Scale Comprehensive Plan, and Rezoning. The subject site is currently undeveloped and
approximately 1.25 acres in size and located on the south side of Old Winter Garden Road, and
260 feet east of Hempel Avenue. The parcel is currently zoned A-1 and has a Low Density
Residential Land Use designation in the Ocoee/Orange County Joint Planning Area Agreement
(JPA). City Planner Rumer explained the applicant is proposing to annex the property into the
city limits of Ocoee; further, changing the JPA and Future Land Use Designation from low
density residential to professional office with a Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Land Use
Amendment; and lastly, rezoning to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with a specific land use
plan. A new 7-Eleven convenience store and gas station was constructed adjacent on the west
side in Orange County which has a Commercial Land Use and is zoned C-1 .
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City Planner Rumer explained the applicant is proposing to develop a 33,200 SF medical
office complex on 1.25 acres. The applicant is requesting that the PUD allow a front setback of
ten (10) feet, side setbacks of five (5) feet and a rear setback of 115 feet. Parking is being
proposed under the building and in the rear and side with an access point off of Old Winter
Garden Road. City Planner Rumer indicated upon annexation the applicant would have to
petition Orange County to vacate a portion of right-of-ways adjacent on the east and south sides
of this parcel in order to meet the PUD Land Use Plan associated with the rezoning. Stormwater
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retention is being proposed in underground vaults under the parking. City Planner Rumer
explained as part of the City process, if the property is annexed and the Commission adopts the
Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment to professional office, then the property can only
be developed as professional office. Additionally, if the property is rezoned to Planned Unit
Development (PUD) with the specific land use and any of the criteria of the land use plan
changes significantly, then a revision would have to be presented back before the Commission.
He further shared there will be a six-foot wall with appropriate landscaping in between the
medical office building and the residential homes. At the conclusion of his presentation, he
advised that he has been in communication with Orange County but has not received an official
letter or statement to enter into the record.
The public hearing was opened.
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Jason Morgan, 1644 Cerulean Way, Gotha, FL, President of Falcon Pointe HOA, addressed
the concerns of the residents in the Falcon Pointe subdivision and shared the steps the
subdivision has taken to view the proposed project with an open mind. He summarized that the
position of the residents is that they understand the need for development as well as the owner's
rights and ask that, if approved, the structure be kept to a single-story structure with landscape
and hard barriers in place.
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Mayor Johnson inquired about the setback being proposed. City Planner Rumer answered
that it will be 115 feet from the rear setback of the building to the residential property line. He
shared if the applicant did not place the building in the proposed location then the required rear
setback would just be 25 feet for Ocoee and if developed in Orange County it would have been
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Elmer Carrier, 3885 Shadowind Way, Gotha, FL, expressed his concerns of the environmental
impact on the Falcon Pointe retention pond since the construction of the neighboring 7-11 store.
He is in opposition of the proposed new medical office building as it may further impact their
community by causing additional drainage issues to what they are already experiencing. He also
shared that because of recent safety traffic issues, he would like to request a U-turn sign to be
put in at the corner of Hempel Avenue and Old Winter Garden Road.
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Edward Huk, 3873 Shadowind Way, Gotha, FL, read a letter of opposition that was provided
to him by a County employee, who is also a resident of Falcon Pointe, and was not able to
attend. He concluded by sharing his personal concerns regarding having a three-story building
in his backyard.
Kara McAllister, 3980 Shadowind Way, Gotha, FL, expressed her opposition for the proposed
new medical office due to increase of traffic and recent accidents in the area. She asked the
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Mark McAllister, 3980 Shadowind Way, Gotha, FL, expressed his opposition for the proposed t
new medical office due to the impact it will have on his neighborhood if annexed and rezoned.
He further expressed his concerns in the increase of congestion and the invasion of privacy.
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Mayor Johnson asked Mr. McAllister to briefly explain "political maneuvering" as stated in
his statement. Mr. McCallister explained that term is related to the property owner who is
trying to circumvent Orange County and annex into the City of Ocoee.
City Planner Rumer briefly shared with the Commission what would be allowed under Orange
County if the property were to not annex into the City and stay in Orange County. He advised
Commercial Land Use (C-1) for Orange County would allow a maximum building height of 50
feet, with an exception of 35 feet, when within 100 feet of any residential use or district. The
minimum rear setback for Orange County would be 20 feet.
Brian Denham, Applicant, Denham Engineering LLC, 5212 Timberview Terrace, Orlando,
gave an overview of the Health Central medical campus within the proximity of the proposed
development. He explained the use of a medical office fits in with the medical corridor that is
currently in the City of Ocoee. He described the proposed building to be around 32,400 square
feet with parking underneath the building as well as in the parking lot. The City's allotted
setbacks would allow the building to be built closer to the road, which would save a lot of the
existing big trees. Mr. Denham continued with explaining the various elevations of the
proposed building, which also illustrated to scale the existing oak trees they are planning to
save. He noted his plans go beyond what is required to submit to the City and illustrates what
the neighboring homes adjacent in the back would view from their homes, which would be the
six-foot masonry wall, bamboo screen, and big oak trees. This is planned to be medical offices
with regular business hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Commissioner Grogan inquired about the retention pond concern that was shared by a resident
of Falcon Pointe. City Planner Rumer explained at this level they are not approving a
stormwater retention system; however, if this project is to be approved this evening then the
property would remain vacant until the developer goes through the Preliminary/Final Site Plan
and has the stormwater pond reviewed by St. John's Water Management District and the City.
Commissioner Grogan shared he is still failing to understand the concern with the retention
pond.
Elmer Carrier, 3885 Shadowind Way, Gotha, FL, explained that the retention pond is
maintained by their subdivision for the run-off water but it is not fair for them to receive water
from adjacent property which is not helping the drainage situation they are currently
experiencing. Mayor Johnson confirmed the run-off they are currently speaking of is from the
7-11 store. It was answered in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson inquired if they have spoken
with Orange County. Mr. Carrier shared they did meet with the County at the site and they are
going to speak with the third party who did the soil sample to look into their issue.
R.P. Monacky, 1820 Prairie Lake Blvd, Ocoee, FL, inquired if there would be fire equipment
to handle the height of the building. It was answered in the affirmative.
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Commissioner Wilsen commented that Orange County approved the 7-11 store which is open
for 24 hours and is on septic system, and inquired if the residents fought that project as it is on a
septic system. She explained that as the district commissioner for that area, she is seeking to
vote on how this will benefit her residents; she is not seeking supplemental tax base. Discussion
ensued with regards to the proposed land use and the stormwater retention issues.
Commissioner Firstner shared that he has heard the residents' concerns as well as all the
efforts the developer has made so far to address those concerns and feels that as they progress
with the development process and approvals, most of the issues can be worked out.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinances.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2019-003, 3872 Old Winter Garden Road
PUD - Annexation, Project No: AX-07-18-75; Moved by Commissioner , seconded
by Commissioner ; Motion carried unanimously.
b) Second Reading of Comprehensive Plan Amendment Ordinance
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2019-004, 3872 Old Winter Garden Road
PUD — Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Project No: CPA-2018-007; Moved by
Commissioner , seconded by Commissioner ; Motion carried unanimously.
c) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2019-005, 3872 Old Winter Garden Road
PUD — Rezoning, Project No: RZ-18-07-12; Moved by Commissioner , seconded
by Commissioner ; Motion carried unanimously.
10. Second Reading of Ordinance for Ocoee Town Shops PUD -Substantial Amendment
to the Planned Unit Development/Land Use Plan (PUD/LUP), Project No: RZ-18-06
0$. (Advertised in the West Orange Times on Thursday,February 7, 2019) (City Planner Rumer)
The subject site is approximately 3.39 acres in size and is located on the northwest corner of Clarke Road and
W. Colonial Drive (SR 50). The subject site Parcel ID Number is 21-22-28-6328-00-070. This site is
currently undeveloped and located on the northwest corner of Clarke Road and W. Colonial Drive (SR 50).
There is an existing left-turn lane on Clarke Road that is planned to be used for the project's main entrance.
Water, sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, solid waste, police and fire protection will be provided by the City.
On December 1, 2009, the Ocoee City Commission approved the rezoning of the parcel to PUD with a PUD
Land Use Plan. The approved Land Use Plan proposes a mixture of uses which are Commercial, Retail,
Restaurant, Restaurant with a drive-thru facility, Medical Offices, and Financial Services. All other uses are
proposed to be prohibited. The Preliminary Subdivision Plan proposes three (3) commercial lots, which are
sized to fit the proposed building structures. All of the lots will be serviced by Tract"A,"which will address
the requisite infrastructure(access,parking, sidewalks, landscaping,etc.)improvements. The Preliminary Site
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Plan proposes three (3) one-story structures with a total gross floor area of 30,443 square feet. The allocation
for the total square footage for each use proposed is 16,358 square feet of Commercial, 4,500 square feet of
Financial Services/Commercial/Drive-thru Restaurant, and 9,585 square feet of Restaurant space. The
applicant is proposing to amend the PUD Land Use plan by reducing the overall square footage from 30,443
SF to 27,750 SF in order to accommodate a revision to Lot 1.Lot 1 is only approved for a combined 3,285 SF
restaurant and a 6,300 SF restaurant. The applicant proposes to amend the plan to change from a restaurant
use to a 15,750 SF strip retail/restaurant building. Also, the Land Use Plan is being revised to move the
stormwater from under the parking to a retention pond.
City Planner Rumer presented a PowerPoint presentation outlining the proposed amendment
to the Ocoee Town Shops PUD. On December 1, 2009, the Ocoee City Commission approved
the rezoning of the parcel to PUD with a PUD Land Use Plan. City Planner Rumer indicated
the applicant is proposing to amend the PUD Land Use Plan by reducing the overall square
footage from 30,443 square feet to 27,750 square feet in order to accommodate a revision to Lot
1. Lot 1 is only approved for combined restaurants from 3,285 and 6,300 square feet. The
applicant proposes to amend the plan to change from a restaurant use to a 15,750 square foot
strip retail/restaurant building. Also, the Land Use Plan is being revised to move the
stormwater from under the parking to a retention pond. City Planner Rumer said other aspects
of this site remain the same such as the wall and fountain features in the front of the
establishment off of SR 50. The existing left-turn lane on Clarke Road is still planned to be used
for the main entrance.
The public hearing was opened.
Bill Hockensmith, Applicant, Florida Engineering Group, 5127 S. Orange Avenue, Orlando,
explained this property has been actively listed on the market for the past 6-7 years seeking to
meet the City's desires. He discussed their various attempts of trying to locate sit-down
restaurants to occupy this site. He stated they are proposing signs on both the SR 50 and Clarke
Road frontages; and further, he stated the west side facing SR 50 will look like an actual
storefront. They will be building a water feature on SR 50 to mirror the water feature at the
West Oaks Mall.
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City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance.
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The public hearing was closed.
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2019-006, Ocoee Town Shops PUD -
Substantial Amendment to the Planned Unit Development/Land Use Plan
(PUD/LUP), Project No: RZ-18-06-08; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded
by Commissioner Grogan; Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
Recess—8:06 PM—8:09 PM
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REGULAR AGENDA—8:09 PM
11. Appointment of Members to the 2019 Canvassing Board.(City Clerk Sibbitt)
In accordance with Section C-50 of the Ocoee City Charter, the Canvasing Board will consist of three (3)
citizens appointed by the City Commission. On February 5, 2013, the consensus of the Commission was that
the Mayor and two (2) Commissioners whose district seats are not part of the election should each select one
(1) member for the Canvassing Board. In keeping with that practice, Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Wilsen
and Commissioner Oliver would each need to appoint a member for the Canvassing Board. The Canvassing
Board will meet on Tuesday, March 12,2019,at 4:00 p.m., and Thursday,March 14,2019,at 2:00 p.m. at the
Supervisor of Elections Office, 119 West Kaley Street, Orlando. The process of canvassing and auditing the
election results may take several hours.
City Clerk Sibbitt advised the Commission that the Mayor and two (2) of the Commissioners
whose district seats are not part of the upcoming election each need to appoint one (1) member
to make up the Canvassing Board in order to canvass the City's next election, which will be
held on March 12, 2019.
The following citizens were named to be considered for the Canvassing Board:
Commissioner Wilsen wished to nominate Jean Grafton
Mayor Johnson wished to nominate Bill Maxwell
City Clerk Sibbitt announced Commissioner Oliver had provided her with a name; however,
the person selected was not a resident of the City as required by the Charter so she will contact
him to advise that he will need to make another selection and can provide that information at the
March 5th Commission Meeting.
Commissioner Grogan shared he wanted it on the record that if a non-resident is chosen to be
on the Canvassing Board he would protest that decision. Mayor Johnson advised that the
Charter requires it to be a resident of the City of Ocoee.
Motion: Move to appoint Jean Grafton and Bill Maxwell to the Canvassing
Board; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Mayor Johnson; Motion
carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
STAFF ACTION ITEMS -None
COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS—8:12 PM
Commissioner Firstner—None �.
Commissioner Wilsen — 1) Asked what could be done by the City to alleviate traffic concerns
along Oakland Avenue due to parked cars. Support Service Director Butler explained that the
Police Chief can enforce a no parking zone along narrow roads. He then clarified that the
construction causing some of the concerns should be completed by Monday. 2) Inquired if a
City-wide open house could be held prior to a Commission Meeting to enlighten residents on
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the current status of ongoing and upcoming projects. City Manager Frank clarified that the
request is to hold an open house prior to a Commission Meeting. Consensus of the City
Commission was to have City staff host a joint open house with the CRA staff.
Commissioner Grogan —Announced the Municipal Election for District 1 seat will be held on T:
March 12th from 7:00 AM — 7:00 PM at the Jim Beech Recreational Center. He encouraged
residents to please get out and vote.
Mayor Johnson — 1) Thanked everyone for a great night. 2) Reminded residents to attend this
year's Spring Fling on March 9th at Bill Breeze Park from 10:00 AM—2:00 PM.
ADJOURNMENT— 8:16 PM
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Melanie Sib itt, City Clerk Rusty John • mayor
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