03-06-12 MINUTES
March 6, 2012, at 7:15 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vandergrift called the regular session to order at 7:15 p.m. in the Commission
Chambers of City Hall. Commissioner Keller gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag, led by Commissioner Wilsen. City Clerk Eikenberry called roll and
declared a quorum present.
Roll Call: Commissioner Hood, Commissioner Wilsen, Mayor Vandergrift, Commissioner
Johnson and Commissioner Keller.
Also Present: City Attorney Cookson, City Manager Frank, City Clerk Eikenberry
B. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
2011 Officer of the 4 Quarter Award: Detective David Gray
CACOPD Vice Chair Laney honored Detective Gray with the Officer of the 4 Quarter Award.
Detective Gray investigated a theft case at a hospital where the suspect dressed as a nurse and
stole a wallet. The same suspect was also responsible for committing thefts at four elementary
schools in Ocoee. Through his investigation Detective Gray was able to arrest and charge the
suspect with all five crimes. His investigation also led to uncovering a group of individual's
committing fraudulent activity throughout the state and the led to the recovery of stolen items
form other crimes. His hard work and dedication has led to these cases being reviewed by the
Secret Service and Statewide Prosecutors Office for statewide prosecution.
2011 Officer of the Year Award: Detective James Berish
CACOPD Vice Chair Laney honored Detective Berish with Officer of the Year Award.
Detective Berish won this award for his outstanding work on multiple high profile and violent
crimes to include robberies and shootings. He also played an important role in the recovery of
multiple missing juveniles. His work ethic was also noted as he is he is devoted to his cases,
victims and co- workers. As his supervisor stated, Detective Berish "completes the philosophy of
The City of Ocoee Police Department daily, "The Citizen first, the Agency second, the officer
third ", and goes above and beyond to meet this goal ".
2011 Civilian of the Year Award: Wendi Cady
CACOPD Vice Chair Laney honored Wendi Cady with the Civilian of the Year Award for her
dedication and hard work as an Administrative Assistant II for the Criminal Investigations
Division, where she played a pivotal role in the recovery of runaways and the distribution of
intelligence bulletins.
2011 Volunteer of the Year Award: Pete Cady
CACOPD Vice Chair Laney honored Pete Cady with Volunteer of the Year for all his help in
the many events the Police Department hosts such as the Toy Drive, Poker Run, and Bicycle
Repair Week. CACOPD Vice Chair Laney briefly praised a few more volunteers that also help
in making the community safer. Police Chief Brown announced that each officer and civilian
will receive a small gift from the CACOPD Board, as well as, a ribbon. Commissioner Hood
briefly announced that every one of the individuals that received an award tonight is heavily
involved in the youth sports in the community. He further commented that it is great to see that
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not only do they volunteer in the workplace but it carries over in their home life, as well, and the
city is fortunate to have them.
Brief Video Update on Homes for Hero's
Ocoee Professional Firefighter James Kelley said he would like to take a few moments to
remind everyone of the St. Patrick's Day Cook -off on March 16 and 17 This year they are
raising money for a wounded veteran named BJ Jackson. He further shared a short video
regarding last year's Homes for Hero's recipient who they had the privilege of helping build a
home and fundraise money for. Commissioner Hood inquired if the police officers who are
doing the St. Patrick's Day event on the March 17 on duty personnel. Police Chief Brown said
that they usually have an off -duty list that under normal circumstances a business would pay the
cost of the extra officers. He further explained part of the reason they chose the off -duty officers
is because of the alcohol and the amount of people who may attend the event. Commissioner
Hood inquired if he made a motion to waive the fees that the organization pays the off -duty
officers would they have to take the money out contingency to pay those officers. Police Chief
Brown said the money can come out of contingency or out of the Police Department's budget
salary. Commissioner Hood further inquired as to what the cost was. Mr. Kelley said the cost
last year was around $450 -$500. Police Chief Brown agreed that was correct.
Commissioner Hood, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to take $500 out
of contingency to cover the overtime cost for the officers who will be working the
St. Patrick's Day Cook -off Event sponsored by the Ocoee Professional
Firefighters. Motion carried 5 -0.
A brief discussion ensued regarding who would be judging for the chili cook -off.
Boy Scout Troop #749 was acknowledged in the audience and announced they were there to earn
their communication badge.
C. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS /PUBLIC
Stephen Van Berick, President of the Ocoee Lion's Club, announced they are hosting a Turkey
Shoot on Saturday, March 31, 2012, starting at 8a.m. at the West Orange Girl's Club. He further
announced they will have club guns if a person does not own one. For anyone interested, they
will also be having a Shot Gun Raffle and tickets can be purchased at the Farmer's Market.
Commissioner Hood inquired about the price for the raffle tickets. Mr. Van Berick said they
are $1 /each, $5 /for 6 tickets, and $10 /for 12 tickets. He further said the shoot prices are $3 /per
shot and they will be doing a ten man line; prizes are a $10 gift card to Publix.
Jim Sills, 205 S. Lakeshore Drive, commented about the Commission vote to discontinue the
Farmer's Market at the last meeting. He further explained that in 2010 he worked from January -
September on organizing the Farmer's Market before it was approved. The Farmer's Market
was a success but at some point the city decided to have the Parks and Recreation Department
take it over and they moved the Farmer's Market from McKey Street to Bill Breeze Park
(Community Center parking lot). In a short period of time they have petitioned to save the Ocoee
Farmer's Market and he is here asking for the Commission to respectively vote to continue the
Farmer's Market through 2012. Mr. Sills said the petition has 140 signatures and since the last
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meeting he has received numerous amounts of e -mails and phone calls regarding saving the
Farmer's Market. He further said if the city does not want to continue the Farmer's Market there
are organizations out there, such as the Ocoee Lion's Club, which would be interested in taking it
over. He is respectfully asking if the City Commission can readdress this issue and see if they
cannot continue to have the Farmer's Market on Friday afternoons. Commissioner Johnson
clarified that the Ocoee Lion's Club would be interested in running the Farmer's Market. Mr.
Sills said that is correct and if they take it over they would like to have it moved back to McKey
Street. Mr. Sills further said the merchants on McKey Street are present tonight and almost all
of them are in favor of it. Commissioner Hood inquired what the Lion's Club would need from
the city. Mr. Sills said they could handle everything and the membership could volunteer to
police the event. He further said the only thing they may need is the barricades. Commissioner
Hood inquired what the hours would be for the Farmer's Market. Mr. Sills said during the
winter months it would be 3pm -7pm and the summer months would be 4pm -8pm.
Commissioner Wilsen inquired if the Lion's Club membership has agreed to this. Mr. Sills
said they have discussed it among some of the members. Commissioner Wilsen reminded Mr.
Sills this was a big responsibility to take on and the membership needs to know the city will not
be stepping in on this event at all. Commissioner Hood stated that he feels the Lions Club can
handle it. Commissioner Wilsen stated the City had many cost issues such as a generator,
portable toilets, overtime for employees to remove the barricades, etc. Commissioner Johnson
asked for confirmation that no costs would be incurred by the City. Mr. Sills stated that no costs
would be incurred by the City; the only thing they may need from the City is barricades. A brief
discussion ensued on what the cost was to the city to run the event and the importance of going
out to get more vendors. Mr. Sills said he will bring this to the Board of Directors of the Lions
Club; he added that he feels it can be successful again as it was when it was on McKey Street.
Commissioner Wilsen reminded him that the move to the Community Center was out of
necessity because it cut the costs dramatically by eliminating the issues with generators for the
electric hookups, overtime for removal of the barricades, interference with the business
entrances /exits, etc. Mr. Sills said he understands will not be an easy job and they will do their
best to work out such issues. There was discussion about attendance at previous events and the
reduction in the number of vendors as time went on. The Commissioners agreed that they hope
the Farmer's Market can be made into a success again.
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to close
McKey Street every Friday from 3pm -7pm in the winter months and 4pm -8pm in
summer months for the Ocoee Lion's Club and the local vendors to take full
responsibility of the Ocoee Farmer's Market.
Commissioner Keller inquired as to how this would affect the Gourmet Food Truck nights that
are at Bill Breeze Park on some Friday's. Mr. Sills said he does not see any issues.
After discussion motion carried 5 - 0.
Mayor Vandergrift inquired as to when the Farmer's market being under the Ocoee Lion's
Club was to begin. Mr. Sills said March 23 which is in two more weeks. Commissioner
Hood inquired about parking. Mayor Vandergrift said they should be using the parking in the
field which is what they used before.
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Assistant City Manager Shadrix briefly spoke about the Business Enterprise and the great
dialogue they received during the several meeting they had. He explained CRA Administrator
Wagner will be coming back before the Commission in the very near future to look at some
exciting things such as the website `I SHOP OCOEE'. Assistant City Manager Shadrix briefly
explained how the website would work and the benefits of receiving discounts, smartphone
alerts, and various coupon programs. The city benefits from the community banning together
and he believes this is something that will be very good for the city if it in fact happens. Mayor
Vandergrift inquired if there is a meeting slated for this. Assistant City Manager Shadrix said
they do not have one scheduled but they do have quite a bit of things they need to get done such
as the marketing, branding/icons, and signage. Commissioner Hood said he thought at the last
meeting they were going to form themselves as a group such as electing a president, vice
president, and so forth. Assistant City Manager Shadrix said they have not gotten to that point
yet since they are still working on some of the things that they gathered from the reports from
those groups.
Mayor Vandergrift said he failed to mention earlier during the Homes for Hero's presentation
that he was admonished this weekend in Oakland as the Habitat for Humanity was breaking
ground for a house that is being built there. The home is being paid for by an organization
similar to the Homes for Hero's organization. He said the recipient was also wounded in Iraq.
Mayor Vandergrift said there have been 4 -5 homes built in Oakland for this group and he feels
our city staff should look around Ocoee and find some inexpensive lots. He further said he also
opened the idea that with some larger subdivisions coming into the city that maybe the
developers may like to build a home for this organization so they can get some great PR out of it.
City Manager Frank said it just depends on how much pressure the Commission would like to
put on staff to ask the developer's to donate. Mayor Vandergrift said he is not asking staff to
do that but it is worth approaching the subject. He further explained how in the past he tried to
get the city to do something similar to this.
D. STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Frank made the following reports:
1) City of Ocoee Spring Fling Event — Saturday March 10, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
2) Handgun Safety Class - Saturday March 10, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Ocoee
Police Department. If interested contact Officer Teddy Levin at 407 - 905 -3160 ext. 3024 or at
tlevin@ci.ocoee.fl.us.
3) SAFE Class — Tuesday March 13, 2012, from 6:OOp.m. to 9:00 p.m. This is a free, one time,
three hour presentation on self - defense and safety awareness for women. If interested contact
Officer Teddy Levin at 407 - 905 -3160 ext. 3024 or at tlevin @ci.ocoee.fl.us.
4) The Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting its monthly Food Truck Friday event on
Friday, March 16th, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. on Lakeshore Drive, in Bill Breeze Park. Food
trucks will be offering gourmet food and delectable treats, and the movie "Puss in Boots" will
be shown during the event; the movie will start at 8:00 p.m., so come out and enjoy a dinner
and a movie in the park.
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E. COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Keller — Congratulated Ocoee Middle School Boys' Basketball Team for their
win over Walker Middle School in the first round of the play -offs. Boys' team will be playing
again tonight against Carver Middle School.
Commissioner Johnson- None
Commissioner Wilsen — Announced the Spring Fling is Saturday, March 10 from l0am -3pm
at Bill Breeze Park. It is a free community event that will be offering free food, exhibits to learn
about the various city departments, and the Fire Department Puppet Show to name just a few
exhibits.
Commissioner Hood — None
Mayor Vandergrift — 1) said he received a letter from Boy Scouts of America Central Florida
Council who will be hosting an Eagle Luncheon on Wednesday, March 14 at 12 p.m. at St.
Paul's Presbyterian Church. Staff is invited to this fundraising event. 2) said he has another
letter that was addressed to HRDB Chairman William Maxwell from Lester Dabbs thanking him
for the Community Service Award he received at the Black History Month event. 3) he read
another letter from the Senior Citizens of Ocoee regarding their request of wanting to see more
fast food restaurants in Ocoee, advising of several issues they are having with the Lynx Pick -up
Line, the request of a small theatre in Ocoee, and also requesting the Farmer's Market be moved
from Friday to Saturday morning. 4) announced the city has received a certificate from the
Orange County Health Department recognizing the them for their clean air and the efforts for
improving the community by reducing tobacco use and not allowing residents to smoke in parks
and other public places where children commonly play in. 5) announced he had a friend who
went to the City of Everglades City and brought back some stickers which displays their city
hall. He further said he would like to share this with the Commission since this is something the
city may want to do for our community. 6) read a letter he received from the Girl Scouts' of the
Citrus Council West Orange Service Unit thanking the city for the $500 grant they received. The
funds they received will be used toward their end of the year activities.
F. CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to approve
the Consent Agenda Items #1, #3, and #6 with #2, #4, and #5 being pulled for
separate consideration. Motion carried 5 -0.
1. Approval of Minutes for the Regular Commission Meeting Held February 21, 2012.
(City Clerk Eikenberry)
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
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2. Appointment to the Human Relations Diversity Board. (City Clerk Eikenberry)
Members of the Human Relations Diversity Board serve two -year terms. Currently, the Human Relations
Diversity Board has seven (7) members and their resolution allows no less than seven (7) members and no more
than fifteen (15) members. Two applications were received from Ms. Gwendolyn King and Nancy Cox with an
interest in serving on the board.
This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.
City Attorney Cookson said that this item is being pulled because there are some specific
actions that need to be taken by the commission.
Applicant Gwendolyn King is a resident of Orlando, Florida, and the commission would need to
agree to waive the residency requirement to place her on the board.
Commissioner Hood, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to appoint
Gwendolyn King to the HRDB Board and waive the residency requirement.
Discussion ensued regarding having so many people from outside the City on our City advisory
boards. It was noted that the other non - resident resigned from this board so there would only be
one non - resident on the HRDB Board with this appointment.
After discussion motion carried 4 - 0 with Mayor Vanderqrift away from the dais.
Commissioner Wilsen said she would like to discuss the second application from Nancy Cox.
She noted that she feels the application should be denied in light of the issue that caused this
applicant to no longer be employed by the City.
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to deny the
application from Nancy Cox will be denied for all boards for a period of at least
one year due to the issue that caused her termination of employment (Nov. 11,
2011) from the city.
Commission Hood asked if they should consider creating an ordinance or resolution where
terminated employees could not hold board positions for a certain period of time.
Commissioner Johnson stated he thinks they should be reviewed on a case by case basis
because some terminations of service as an employee would not create any conflicts or issues
with serving on a board, but he felt this case was different due to the nature of the termination.
After the discussion, the motion carried 4 -0 with Mayor Vanderqrift away from the
dais.
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3. Approval of Fifth Addendum to Consulting Agreement with SMW GeoSciences, Inc.
(Utilities Director Smith)
The Utilities Department utilizes the consulting services of SMW GeoSciences, Inc., for assorted projects
throughout the year, such as compliance support for the City's 2010 Consumptive Use Permit (CUP) and
follow -up conditions to the permit; assistance and consultation for alternative water supply planning efforts, and
hydrogeological support, such as the maintenance of required monitoring wells for the wastewater plant. The
City originally selected SMW to perform hydrogeological services per the Consultants' Competitive
Negotiation Act (CCNA), and entered into an Agreement on January 17, 2006. After the completion of its
original term, the Agreement has been extended annually in one -year terms; most recently on January 18, 2011,
valid through January 17, 2012. Due to the necessary ongoing support for the CUP and SMW's familiarity with
the Utilities Department's operations, staff is recommending the SMW contract be extended for one more year,
to be effective through January 17, 2013. Before the end of this period, staff plans to seek proposals via
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional hydrogeological services, consistent with the CCNA.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
4. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding Between Ocoee, Apopka and Mount Dora
for Health Clinic Use. (Human Resources Director Williford)
The City of Ocoee shares facilities and appointments with the City of Apopka. The Employees and Dependents
of each City have benefited through this sharing between the (2) two Cities. The City of Mount Dora has asked
to be included in sharing their facility with the Cities of Ocoee and Apopka. Mount Dora will provide to the
Cities of Ocoee and Apopka the same number of hours for appointments as will Ocoee and Apopka to the
Employees and Dependents of Mount Dora.
This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.
Commissioner Hood said his concern is the appointment log the Mount Dora employees will be
taking about from Ocoee. He also wondered what employees from Ocoee would drive to Mount
Dora for an appointment. Human Resources Director Williford said that the city does have
some employees that live in Lake County and their dependents would possibly utilize that
facility. We have expanded the hours in our own clinic to handle the capacity issues. City
Manager Frank said that the good thing is that they have the same hours as Apopka so our
employees have two alternate locations on the days our clinic is closed. He also noted that
Mount Dora employees would be more likely to schedule in Apopka that in Ocoee if they can't
get in their own clinic. City Manager Frank added that the extended hours on Saturday are only
for Ocoee employees at this time. There was discussion that we need to do better to inform
employees that the clinic is now open on Saturdays. He said that Ocoee employees are using
alternate locations much more than they are using our clinic, so at this time we benefit more from
the joint agreements. If it becomes an issue where too many employees of other cities are using
the Ocoee clinic; we would address that and discuss with them the need to expand their own
clinic hours.
Commissioner Hood, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to approve the
Memorandum of Understanding between Ocoee, Apopka, and Mount Dora for the
use of the health clinic, per staff's recommendation. Motion carried 4 -0 with
Mayor Vandergrift away.
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5. Approval of Community Grant Program — January 2012 Cycle. (Community Relations
Manager Wright)
The Community Grant Review Board (CGRB) met on February 8, 2012, to discuss the 9 applications received
for the Community Grant Program (formerly the Community Merit Awards Program). The Community Grant
Program provides financial grants of up to $500 made to Ocoee non - profit organizations and civic groups
outside City limits which benefit residents of Ocoee. The grants are awarded twice yearly to acknowledge
excellence and further the contributions these local organizations bring to the Ocoee community.
There is $6,000 allotted for this cycle of the Community Grant Program. The Community Grant Review Board
voted to fund 7 organizations in the amount of $3,500. Two organizations did not receive recommendations to
receive grants: The Daughters of the American Revolution Orlando Chapter and Total Freedom Program. The
Daughters of the American Revolution Orlando Chapter, while a worthy organization, did not meet the grant
criteria as their program does not directly benefit Ocoee residents. Total Freedom Program did not have a
representative present at the Community Grant Review Board Meeting, and therefore they were automatically
disqualified.
This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.
Commissioner Johnson said he has asked this more than once but how many Ocoee residents
receive money from these organizations. He said he would like us to look into the grants for the
Winter Garden Heritage Club and the Boy Scouts of America to ensure the grant is benefiting
Ocoee residents. Community Grant Review Board Chairman Sills said they did state that the
uniforms were for four kids from Ocoee. Commissioner Johnson added that the Heritage Club
is supposed to be giving the tour to Ocoee residents for free if they receive grant money from us;
we need to be sure that is happening. Commissioner Johnson stated there are also some groups
that apply to both of our grant programs and thought they should reconsider the way that process
works. Mr. Sills noted that the Principal at Ocoee High School now picks one organization from
the school that is allowed to apply for a grant. Commissioner Wilsen said that maybe it is time
they go back and look at the criteria's for the grant programs. We should consider a workshop
soon to discuss the grant cycles before we get to the next budget cycle. There was discussion to
ensure that people getting the grant money are creating a benefit for Ocoee residents because
Winter Garden does not give money to these organizations. Mr. Sills agreed and stated that
applicants have said they have asked for money from Winter Garden and received nothing.
Commissioner Hood, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to approve
the Community Grant Applications per staff's recommendation, conditioned on
the issues with the Boy Scouts of America and the Winter Garden Heritage
Foundation being reviewed and found to be benefiting Ocoee residents. Motion
carried 4 -0 with Mayor Vandergrift away from the dais.
6. Approval of Declaration of Surplus Property. (Purchasing Agent Tolbert)
Staff requests the approval of the City Commission to contract George Gideon Auctioneers, Inc. for the public
sale of the City's surplus property. This action will present the City with the opportunity of a larger coverage
area and would alleviate the overtime costs incurred in conducting the auction in- house. The City has had good
results in the past with Gideon, and found the dollar amount received for items sold by Gideon to be comparable
to those sold by the City or EBay. The surplus items will be delivered to the Gideon property located at 2753 N.
Orange Blossom Trail (Hwy. 441), Zellwood, FL 32798. Gideon performs governmental auctions the third
Saturday of each month; therefore, the next available auction will be held on March 17, 2012, at 9:00 a.m. The
auction will be advertised in the Orlando Sentinel, the West Orange Times, and the City's Internet site.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5 -0.
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G. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES - PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. Ordinance Adopting a Proposed Amendment to the Ocoee Land Development Code
Extension of Preliminary and Final Subdivision /Site Plan Approvals until March 1,
2014. (Advertised in the Orlando Sentinel on Thursday, February 23, 2012). (City Planner Rumer)
Chapter 180 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Ocoee, Florida, also known as the Ocoee Land
Development Code, Article IV, sets forth certain time periods following approval of Preliminary Subdivision &
Preliminary Site Plan (collectively, "Preliminary Plans ") within which a Final Plan approval must be obtained.
Preliminary Plan approval by the City Commission shall be automatically voided if the Final Site Plan (for
either the entire project or the approved first phase) is not approved within one (1) year (LDC, Article IV,
Section 4 -3, A, (6), & Section 4 -3, C, & Section 4 -4.G, (1), (g)).
Additionally, the Ocoee Land Development Code, Article IV, also sets forth certain time periods following
approval of Final Subdivision & Final Site Plan (collectively, "Final Plans ") within which construction must
commence. The Ocoee Land Development Code provides for the automatic termination of Preliminary Plans
and Final Plans if the subsequent events required by the Land Development Code do not occur (LDC, Article
IV, Section 4- 4.G(3) & Section 4 -5.G).
During the 2011 legislative session, a law was passed providing for an additional two year extension under
Section 73 of Chapter 2011 -139 (House Bill 7202). Per Section 73 of Chapter 2011 -039 (House Bill 7207), staff
is proposing to amend Section 4 -12 of the City of Ocoee Land Development Code to provide an additional two
year extension. All approved Preliminary and Final Plans will have an expiration date of March 1, 2014,
dependent on special circumstances that may arise for individual projects.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance.
City Planner Rumer said this is a as a result of the last legislative session which provided for a
second two -year permit extension; the City extended permits back in 2009 until 2012 and would
recommend the second and final two -year extension. The City has not substantially updated the
LDC or engineering standards and feels secure we would not lose anything by extending these
residential and commercial permits for another two years.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilsen opened the public hearing. As no one wished to speak the public
hearing was closed.
Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to adopt on
second reading Ordinance 2012 -005, approving the proposed amendment to the
Ocoee Land Development Code - Extension of Preliminary and Final
Subdivision /Site Plan Approvals until March 1, 2014. Motion carried 4 -0, with
Mayor Vandergrift away from the dais.
The ordinance as adopted on second reading carries the following title:
ORDINANCE NO. 2012-005
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA EXTENDING CERTAIN
DEVELOPMENT APPROVALS; AMENDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE
OCOEE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 180 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA, BY REVISING SECTION 4 -12
OF ARTICLE IV TO EXTEND UNTIL MARCH 1, 2014 CERTAIN PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED PRELIMINARY SITE PLANS, PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISIONS PLANS,
FINAL SITE PLANS AND FINAL SUBDIVISION PLANS; PROVIDING FOR
CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
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8. Ordinance Approving and Adopting the New Boundaries for the Commission Districts
of the City of Ocoee. (Advertised in the Orlando Sentinel on Sunday, February 26, 2012). (City Clerk
Eikenberry)
The 2011 Redistricting Commission was appointed by the City Commission and held several meetings between
July — August, 2011, including an advertised Public Hearing on August 31, 2011. The Districting Commission
presented a report to City Commission on September 6, 2011, advising of its preferred plan as well as two other
options. On November 15, 2011, the Commission selected the Plan known as Board Plan 6- Revised, and
directed staff to bring back an ordinance adopting the new boundaries set forth in this Plan.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilsen opened the public hearing. As no one wished to speak the public
hearing was closed.
Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Keller, moved to adopt on
second reading Ordinance 2012 -006, adopting the new boundaries for the
Commission Districts for the City of Ocoee. Motion carried 4 -0, with Mayor
Vandergrift away from the dais.
The ordinance as adopted on second reading carries the following title:
ORDINANCE NO. 2012 -006
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA RELATING TO
GEOGRAPHICAL BOUNDARIES FOR SINGLE - MEMBER CITY COMMISSION
DISTRICTS; AMENDING SECTION 5 -21 OF ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 5 OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF OCOEE IN ORDER TO CHANGE THE
GEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARIES OF THE SINGLE - MEMBER CITY COMMISSION
DISTRICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
H. REGULAR AGENDA
9. Approval of Resolution to Specifically Designate Certain Subdivisions as Golf Cart
Communities. (Police Chief Brown)
The City has in place an ordinance authorizing the use of golf carts (the "Golf Cart Ordinance ") within certain
communities and streets pursuant to the provisions of Article III of Chapter 153 of the Ocoee City Code. The
purpose of this Resolution is to specifically designate the following subdivisions as Golf Cart Communities as
defined in the Golf Cart Ordinance: Grace Park, Town of Ocoee, Maguire's Subdivision, Municipal Complex
Park, Pounds, Marion Park, Hidden Oaks and Admiral Pointe. Public Works will install road signs and a map
will be posted on the City's website in order to inform the public of the boundaries.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the resolution.
Commissioner Johnson inquired about the speed limit on Bluford between White Road and
Silver Star Road; there had been discussion on reducing it from 35 MPH to 30 MPH. Lt. Wagner
said 30 MPH is okay, but it will not help the golf cart issue unless it is 25 MPH. chief Brown
said they will do a feasibility study on reducing the speed limit to 25 MPH and bring back the
information later. There was discussion about the school children in that area always getting into
the traffic.
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Commissioner Hood, seconded by Commissioner Johnson, moved to adopt
Resolution 2012 -004, designating the following subdivisions as Golf Cart
Communities: Grace Park, Town of Ocoee, Maguire's Subdivision, Municipal
Complex Park, Pounds, Marion Park, Hidden Oaks and Admiral Pointe. Motion
carried 5 -0.
Lt. Wagner noted that they have 30 days to put the golf cart community signs out, and if the
speed limit is changed it will eliminate the need for many of the signs. Consensus of the
Commission was to have staff hold off on the signage in the study area until the
decision is made about the speed limit.
The resolution as adopted carries the following title:
RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -004
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE USE OF
GOLF CARTS WITHIN CERTAIN COMMUNITIES AND STREETS MEETING
THRESHOLD SAFETY REQUIREMENTS UNDER STATE AND MUNICIPAL LAW;
DESIGNATED BY RESOLUTION; ADOPTED BY THE CITY COMMISSION;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
I. STAFF ACTION ITEMS - none
J. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Hood — 1) reminded everyone about the Lion's club Turkey Shoot on March 31
at Sam. 2) thanked everyone who came out to Opening Day Ceremony for the Little League.
The Commission commended City staff for the excellent condition of the fields; the change has
been noticed by all who play there.
Commissioner Wilsen- 1) received a positive comment from a resident about the job Tim
Jackson has done working on the fields. 2) invited everyone to the Spring Fling on March 10,
2012 3) invited everyone to the St. Patty's Day Chili Cook off and event on March 16 -17, 2012.
Commissioner Hood added that they have some great local entertainment that will be there. 3)
reminded everyone that the next Food Truck Friday is March 16, 2012.
Commissioner Johnson — 1) said there are some palm trees on Franklin, just past Bowness road
that are still left there from 20 years ago; if you see them you will understand what he would like
to do to line that roadway between Winter Garden and Ocoee with trees again. 2) said the West
Orange 5 Theatre has worked in conjunction with the CRA and spend a lot of money upgrading
his theater. He would like to see the City, or CRA, help him to fund the installation of marquis
lights on the theater sign to make it look like an old fashioned theater. Assistant City Manager
Shadrix said if the board approves it could be taken to the next CRA meeting. Consensus of
the Commission was to direct staff to bring this issue up in front of the CRA
Board.
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2) said he received an email thanking the City for the trees placed on Blackwood Avenue, he
passed the praises on the Public Works Director Krug. Commissioner Wilsen also noted that
the trees along Clarke Road look great as well and will look even better once the sod is down.
Mr. Krug stated the sod was being laid today and that and the mulch should be done by next
week. Parks Department is adjusting the irrigation.
Commissioner Keller — 1) said last year they made a motion to not allow dogs at Bill Breeze
Park during the Spring Fling and other events, however, there were several dogs at both events
last year. If we are going to have that policy, we need to enforce it. Commissioner Wilsen said
that should include all pets: dog, snakes, guinea pigs, etc. Chief Brown said it should be
included in the permit next year.
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Johnson moved to ban all
pets from Bill Breeze Park during the upcoming events, Spring Fling on March
10 and Chili Cook Off on March 16 - 17 Motion carried 4 -1, with Mayor
Vandergrift opposed.
2) reminded everyone again of the classes given by the police department: SAFE Class —
Tuesday March 13, 2012, from 6:OOp.m. to 9:OOp.m. This is a free, one time, three hour
presentation on self - defense and safety awareness for women. The class is taught by Ocoee
Police Officers using the National Self Defense Institutes' S.A.F.E. curriculum. HANDGUN
SAFETY CLASS - Saturday March 10, 2012, from 8:00a.m. to 1:00p.m.
Mayor Vandergrift — 1) advised he would be holding a meeting on March 10, 2011 to discuss the
Withers Maguire House and where to go from here. It has been posted and Commissioners are
welcome to come.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:09 p.m.
APPROVED:
Attest: City of Ocoee
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: Eikenberry, City Cle . Scot andergrift, Mayor 1 6
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