03-07-17 Minutes MINUTES
MARCH 7, 2017 at 7:15 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER- 7:16 PM
Mayor Johnson called the regular session to order at 7:16 p.m. in the Commission Chambers of
City Hall. The invocation was led by Commissioner Keller followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag, led by Commissioner Firstner. City Clerk Sibbitt called roll and
declared a quorum present.
Present: Commissioner Grogan, Commissioner Wilsen, Mayor Johnson, Commissioner
Firstner, Commissioner Keller
B. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS -None
C. COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC - None
D. STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW - None
E. COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS - 7:18 PM
Commissioner Grogan—None
Commissioner Wilsen — Briefly announced the City's website has information regarding the
upcoming Spring Fling event which will occur on Saturday, Match 11th from l0am-3pm at Bill
Breeze Park.
Commissioner Firstner—None
Commissioner Keller—None
Mayor Johnson 1) Announced the Charter Review Commission is meeting next Wednesday,
March 15th here in City Hall at 6:30pm. Please note: The Board has changed the start time for
all future meetings from 7pm to 6:30pm. 2) Food Truck and Movie in the Park is next Friday,
March 17th from 6pm to 9pm. This month's movie is "Pete's Dragon," which starts at 7:30pm.
3) The Districting Commission Meeting is currently underway and scheduled to meet Monday,
March 27th at 6:30pm here in City Hall. 4) Best Fest is Thursday, March 30th from 5pm to
8:30pm right here at Bill Breeze Park. Come out and indulge in the Best of the West!!
F. CONSENT AGENDA- 7:19 PM
Consent Agenda Motion
Motion: Move to adopt the Consent Agenda Items #1 - #9.
Moved by Commissioner Keller, seconded by Commissioner Firstner; Motion
carried 5-0.
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1. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular Commission Meeting held February 21, 2017.
(City Clerk Sibbitt)
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
2. Approval of Reappointment to the Community Grant Review Board. (City Clerk
Sibbitt)
Members of the Community Grant Review Board serve two-year terms. Keith Carrington has a term expiring
March 2017 and has stated his interest in being reappointed for another term ending March 2019. There are
currently no applications on file of interested persons for this board.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
3. Approval of Cancellation of July 4, 2017, Regular City Commission Meeting, in
Accordance with the Approved Holiday Schedule for 2017. (City Clerk Sibbitt)
On August 2, 2016, the Commission approved the holiday schedule for 2017 in accordance with Section 8.01
of the Personnel Rules and Regulations. Included in the approved dates for closure of City Hall was Tuesday,
July 4th, which is also the City's Regular Commission Meeting night. Staff recommends the Commission
cancel the July 4th Regular Commission Meeting,in accordance with the approved holiday schedule for 2017.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
4. Approval of Community Grant Program — January 2017 Cycle. (Community
Relations Manager Wright)
The Community Grant Review Board (CGRB) met on February 8, 2017, to discuss the nine (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 to non-profit organizations and civic
groups located within the city limits or are located outside the city limits, but benefit residents of Ocoee. The
grant cycle is open twice yearly (January and July) to acknowledge excellence and further the contributions
these local organizations bring to the Ocoee community. There is $5,000 allotted for this cycle of the
Community Grant Program. The Community Grant Review Board recommends funding seven (7)
organizations in the total amount of $3,500. From the nine (9) applications received, two (2) were not
considered. Miles of Smiles withdrew their application, because they received funding from another source.
Read to Sydney did not send a representative to the mandatory CGRB meeting held on February 8,2017, and
therefore,they were disqualified.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
5. Approval of Maintenance, Materials, and Workmanship Agreement with Letter of
Credit for Forest Lake Estates, Phase 1 with JTD Land at Ocoee Pines, LLC.
(Development Engineer Womack)
Forest Lake Estates is a 278 lot single family residential subdivision located on Clarcona-Ocoee Road just East
of the Forest Lake Golf Course. Construction of the Forest Lake Estates subdivision has been divided into two
phases with 152 homes in the first phase and 126 in the second phase. The developer has completed
construction of the infrastructure improvements for the entire subdivision and has requested a Certificate of
Completion for the first of two phases. The infrastructure improvements include the water, sanitary sewer,and
reuse utilities,the streets and stormwater collection system, and the perimeter wall and associated landscaping.
All identified punchlist repairs have been completed and the developer is ready to start the two-year warranty
period.As a requirement of the Land Development Code,the developer is required to furnish the City a Surety
to cover any possible damages discovered during the next two years, should the developer not choose to make
those repairs. JTD Land at Ocoee Pines, LLC has provided the City with a Letter of Credit in the amount of
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10% of the constructed improvements. The Maintenance, Materials, and Workmanship Escrow Agreement
(Form 8 from the Land Development Code) acts as the executable document between the developer and the
City in the event that the Surety is monetary. The Surety will be returned to the developer upon completion of
the two-year warranty period and the repair of any damages caused over that two-year period.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
6. Approval of the Fire Department's 2017-2021 Strategic Plan. (Fire Chief Miller)
As part of the Ocoee Fire Department's effort for continuous improvement, the organization has completed a
strategic plan for the years 2017-2021.The Strategic Plan not only provides clear direction for the organization
and its members,but also satisfies a major requirement in the Fire Department accreditation process.As part of
the accreditation process the Ocoee Fire Department must create a strategic plan, which is then submitted and
approved by the City of Ocoee Commission. Once approved, the 2017-2021 Strategic Plan would then be
published on the Ocoee Fire Department website.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
7. Approval to Change Capital Item Purchase from a Ram Tool to Cutter Core
Extrication Tool for the Fire Department's New Engine. (Fire Chief Miller)
The FY 2016/2017 budget provided $5,015.00 for the purchase of Long Telescoping Ram Core for vehicle
extrication. With the purchase of the new Engine,they are in need of the cutter portion of the unit and not the
ram core for the new fire engine. The Fire Department would like to purchase the cutter core from South
Florida Emergency Vehicles (SFEV). SFEV is a sole distributer for this brand. The quote totals $6,137.00,
which is over the budget for the ram core by $1,122.00. There is a savings from the purchase of radios that
staff would like to use for this purchase.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
8. Approval to Transfer Funds for the Purchase and Installation of Security Cameras at
the Beech Recreation Center. (Parks and Recreation Director Hayes)
The Parks and Recreation Department is requesting authorization from the City Commission to transfer funds
in the amount of$5,356 from the Park Division Account 317-572-10-6400 to the Recreation Division Account
317-572-00-6400, and $10,000 from the Park Division Account 001-572-10-6400 to the Recreation Division
Account 001-572-00-6400 for the purpose of purchasing and installing a security camera system at the Jim
Beech Recreation Center. Funds have been carried forward from the previous budget year and placed into the
Park Division account; however, due to the fact the Park Division and Recreation Division are recognized as
separate departments in the budget and the Finance Department has determined the camera system is an
improvement to the recreation center, which falls under the Recreation Division budget,the City Commission
will then need to authorize the transfer of these funds. The amount requested to be transferred for the purchase
and installation of the camera system is$15,356.
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
9. Approval of 2016 / 2017 Budget Equipment Purchase for Parks Maintenance. (Public
Works Director Krug)
The City traditionally purchases vehicles and equipment through bids from the Florida Sheriffs Association's
annual contract. Public Works has researched pricing throughout the State and has found the State of Florida's
Department of Management Services contract for Agriculture and Lawn Equipment provides the lowest
competitively bid pricing for requested equipment. The following pieces of equipment are incorporated in the
approved budget for purchase: (1)Toro Sand Pro/Infield Pro 3040 groomer @$17,632.01 (Park Maintenance
—New)&(2)Toro 60"Zero Turn Mowers @$9,081.98 each=$18,163.96(Park Maintenance—New).
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
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G. PUBLIC HEARING - 7:19 PM
10. The Park at 429 Planned Unit Development (PUD) (FKA East Crown Industrial PUD)
— Preliminary/Final Site Plan; Project No.: LS-2016-010. (Advertised in the Orlando Sentinel
on Sunday, February 26, 2017) (City Planner Rumer)
The Park at 429 PUD Project is located on the North side of Palm Drive on the west side of SR 429 (Western
Expressway) and the east side of East Crown Point Road. The parcel is 45.54 acres in size. The Applicants
propose to develop the 45.85 acres as a Light Industrial/Flex Office development consisting of five (5)
buildings totaling a maximum of 645,600 sq. ft. This provides for a maximum floor area ratio of 0.037. The
permitted uses will be limited to those uses permitted within the I-1 (Light Manufacturing and Warehousing)
except automotive sales (new and used), boat sales and service, mobile home and travel trailer sales,
monument sales, motor vehicle wholesale, lumber yard. Access from the site will be via two(2)access points
on Palm Drive and three (3) access points on East Crown Point Road. A left-turn lane is proposed on Palm
Drive turning left onto East Crown Point Road and a right and left-turn lane is proposed on East Crown Point
Road. The Preliminary/Final Site plan provides for dedication of ten (10) feet of additional right-of-way on
Palm Drive and East Crown Point Road. A future segment of the West Orange Trail Connector will run along
Palm Drive. Buffers are being provided on East Crown Point Road of 25 feet and 35 feet along SR 429. A
master stormwater system is proposed. The proposed PUD accesses East Crown Point Road and Palm Drive.
East Crown Point Road and Palm Drive have a measured Level-of-Service "C." Neither roadway is
programmed for improvement in the County or City of Ocoee 5-Year Capital Improvement Program.The City
of Winter Garden and City of Ocoee have agreed to a cost share in a new signalization of the intersection of
East Crown Point Road and Palm Drive/Crown Park Circle. Staff recommends the Honorable Mayor and City
Commission approve the Preliminary/Final Site Plan for The Park at 429 PUD Project.
City Planner Rumer briefly summarized The Park at 429 PUD Preliminary and Final Site Plan
for a Light Industrial/Flex Office development. This would be the final phase of the approval
process for this Preliminary and Final Site Plan. He provided a brief background of this planned
unit development, which was previously recommended by this Board and approved by the City
Commission for an annexation and initial zoning. He explained that when this PUD was
presented to the City, it was a very descriptive and specific plan on details. The applicant
combined the Preliminary and Final Site Plan, which meets the Land Development Code of the
City and also complies with the PUD Rezoning and PUD Land Use Plan that was adopted with
this project. City Planner Rumer further explained how this project falls in line with the
economic development study that was conducted on the 429 Corridor and Downtown Master
Plan. City Planner Rumer continued with a summary of the proposed project, explaining the
stormwater system, access points, flow of traffic, surrounding properties in the area, and traffic
studies that were conducted. He explained the scenarios that were discussed regarding the trips
that may occur on East Crown Point Road and the agreement made by the developer for signage
and pavement markings that will prohibit trucks or cars from making a left turn into the northern-
most driveway connecting to East Crown Point Road. City Planner Rumer shared that before
the Commission is a list of condition of approvals which has been approved by the applicant and
by the City of Winter Garden, that staff is asking to go along with the Preliminary and Final Site
Plan. He shared that this public hearing was advertised in the Orlando Sentinel and 300-foot
notices were sent out to surrounding properties. Additionally, notices were sent to the two
individuals outside the 300-foot notice requirement as they had attended all the meetings for this
project.
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Commissioner Grogan clarified that five different traffic studies were done. City Planner
Rumer answered in the affirmative and named each firm that was involved. Commissioner
Wilsen inquired about the strain pole traffic signal, which staff explained. Commissioner
Firstner said he thinks staff went well above and beyond in this matter and is satisfied with the
presentation by City Planner Rumer. Commissioner Keller asked for clarification on the truck
entrance which his understanding was moved down.
Matt Sullivan, Developer, briefly introduced his staff and said they have worked diligently with
staff and the City of Winter Garden to work through all the issues brought up at both public
hearings. He appreciates the City's support. Marcus Geiger, Dave Schmitt Engineering,
introduced himself and said he was available to answer any questions.
Public hearing was opened.
Kenric Barnett, Winter Garden Resident and Pastor of West Orlando Baptist Church, thanked
the Mayor and Commissioners as he is not opposed to development and growth. He shared his
concern regarding the traffic flow and the north entrance to the development which is just to the
south of the church daycare main entrance. He further shared he would like the Commission to
reconsider the north entrance/exit out of concern for the safety of the children and church
members. If it is not a primary entrance,then why is it needed.
City Planner Rumer said they really took a look at this traffic concern and the traffic study
assumed at the peak hour that potentially four trips could from the north. That is why staff
included the condition of the signage and the concrete mechanism, so that vehicles cannot
physically make a left turn into that entrance. Mayor Johnson inquired what the peak times
would be. City Planner Rumer answered that peak hours would be 8am-9am. Mr. Barnett
inquired if anyone had estimated the distance from the church's south entrance to the northern
entrance of the project. City Planner Rumer explained where the location of the new turn lane
for the trucks would be. A representative for the applicant answered that it would be 1,000 feet
from the allowed south entrance turn lane for this project to the south entrance of the church.
Chris Martinez, Winter Garden Resident, shared that he is pleased with all the changes that
have been done, because he was one of the biggest critics. He further shared that one of the
concerns he has is the northern entrance as no one has mentioned trucks leaving from that
location. Mr. Martinez questioned the 300-foot notices that were sent out as he received his on
Monday. He opined that there will be traffic problems throughout that area as trucks will not be
able to make that turn.
Mayor Johnson addressed concerns with the offensive comments that have been made on social
media and at tonight's meeting by Mr. Martinez.
Economic Development Consultant Angel de la Portilla shared a press release that was issued
last week by the Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission regarding Lake County
and the new distribution headquarters for Samsung that will be moving to that county. He shared
that they are relocating their Jacksonville location, because of the available space and close
proximity to major highways in Lake County. The property in discussion tonight has similar
characteristics to that of the Samsung property. It has close proximity to the 429, Florida
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Turnpike, and 408. In terms of economic development, it will bring new jobs and tax revenue to
the City of Ocoee which is why he strongly recommends they support The Park at 429.
Public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Keller said he likes the project and feels the concerns he had have been handled.
Commissioner Grogan thanked everyone involved in reviewing this project. The City takes the
concerns of the citizens very seriously and does not know of any other City in the County that
has the transparency the City of Ocoee has with their development. Mayor Johnson briefly
announced there is one e-mail on the dais from Jennifer Walker which he will have entered into
the public record.
Motion: Move to approve The Park at 429 Planned Unit Development (PUD) (FKA
East Crown Industrial PUD) — Preliminary/Final Site Plan; Project No.: LS-2016-
010 with the three (3) additional conditions of approval that were presented by
staff (see below); Moved by Commissioner Grogan, seconded by Commissioner
Keller; Motion carried 5-0.
Staff recommends that the project be approved with the following conditions:
1. The City and applicant agree that transportation impact fees associated with phase 1 of the project are
estimated to be 1.1 million dollars and will be paid in the following order:
a. One half of the transportation impact fees will be paid up front at building permit;and
b. The remaining half of the transportation impact fees will be deferred to certificate of occupancy.
c. The Cities of Ocoee and Winter Garden each will pay half towards a strain pole traffic signal at
the intersection of Palm Drive and East Crown Road.
2. The applicant will construct improvements as agreed upon by the City of Ocoee and City of Winter
Garden as summarized below:
a. The northern-most driveway connecting to East Crown Point Road be designed with
channelization(including required signage and pavements markings)to prevent a southbound left
turn movement. This will limit operational conflicts with the driveway on the west side of East
Crown Point Road.
b. The second driveway on East Crown Point Road aligned with Crown Point Cross Road shall be
designed as a right-in/right-out only.
c. All driveways serving the site shall be designed to accommodate movements for the design
vehicle identified in the applicant's submittal. This is a WB-62FL. This design shall be supported
with an Autoturn evaluation provided with the development application.
d. The intersection of East Crown Point Road and Palm Drive shall be improved, as needed, to
accommodate movements for the WB-62FL design vehicle identified in the applicant's submittal.
The required improvements shall be supported with an Autoturn evaluation provided with the
development application.
e. In order to serve the future truck volumes generated by the site, the intersection of East Crown
Point Road and Palm Drive shall be improved to include a separate northbound right-turn lane.
This will serve trucks accessing the site driveway on Palm Drive.
f. The Applicant agrees to perform 2 pavement cores to evaluate existing pavement design and
provide the results to the City of Winter Garden and the City of Ocoee for their joint future use
without restriction to the Park at 429.
3. At the time of payment of the remaining transportation impact fees,the City will credit the applicant up to
$350,000 for the improvements constructed as part of (2) of this set of conditions provided that the
applicant presents proper documentation/invoices of these costs.
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H. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE - 7:59 PM
11. First Reading of Ordinance Regulating Panhandling. (Second Reading and Public Hearing
Date scheduled for March 21, 2017, Regular City Commission Meeting at 7:15 p.m. or soon thereafter)
(Police Chief Brown)
Panhandling is a solicitation made in person whereby the solicitor requests the immediate donation of money
or other thing of value or requests one to purchase an item in an amount far exceeding the item's value. In
recent 18 months, the City of Ocoee Police Department has observed an increase in aggressive panhandling
and panhandling from City medians and rights of way. The public health, safety, and welfare issues to both
persons and traffic flow that result from such activity are numerous. Therefore, in an effort to balance a
solution to problems arising from such activity while continuing to allow for panhandling in public areas, City
staff has drafted an ordinance that will restrict such activity so that it does not interfere with vehicular traffic,
cause traffic safety or traffic flow issues, and so that it does not constitute a threat to the public health, safety,
and welfare of the citizenry.The proposed ordinance will create a new Article IV at Chapter 153 of the City of
Ocoee Code of Ordinances to establish purpose, findings and intent; clearly describe prohibited activities;and
to require panhandlers to register. This ordinance is modeled after the ordinances previously adopted by the
City of Winter Garden and the City of Orlando and also includes provisions from other city ordinances.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the Ordinance. Mayor Johnson announced the Second
Reading and Public Hearing Date scheduled for March 21, 2017, Regular City Commission
Meeting at 7:15 p.m. or soon thereafter.
I. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE—PUBLIC HEARING - 8:00 PM
12. Second Reading of Ordinance Amending Chapter 78 of City of Ocoee Code of
Ordinances to Recognize the Ocoee Fire Department as a Separate Department of the
City. (Advertised in the Orlando Sentinel on Sunday, February 26, 2017) (Fire Chief Miller)
As part of the Ocoee Fire Department's effort to obtain international accreditation, the organization must
provide documentation that it is legally established. The proposed amendments to Chapter 78 of the City of
Ocoee Code of Ordinances include verbiage that recognizes the Fire Department as well as the Fire Chief. The
current City of Ocoee Code of Ordinances only formally recognizes the Fire Chief and not the Fire Department
itself. It is suggested that the following amendments be made to the ordinance to confirm the existence and
recognize the authority of the Ocoee Fire Department. Staff recommends amending Chapter 78 of City of
Ocoee Code of Ordinances to recognize the Ocoee Fire Department as a separate department of the City.
a) Second Reading of Ordinance
b)Proclamation
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance. He explained this is being done as part of
the Ocoee Fire Department's effort to obtain international accreditation. In order to obtain this
accreditation,the organization must provide documentation that it is legally established.
The public hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak the public hearing was closed.
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2017-011, Amending Chapter 78 of City of
Ocoee Code of Ordinances to Recognize the Ocoee Fire Department as a
Separate Department of the City. Moved by Commissioner Keller, seconded by
Commissioner Wilsen; Motion carried 5-0.
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City Attorney Cookson read the proclamation.
Motion: Move to adopt the Proclamation Recognizing the Ocoee Fire Department
as a Municipal Fire Department. Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by
Commissioner Firstner; Motion carried 5-0.
13. Second Reading of Ordinance for Resendiz — 272 East Silver Star Rd Annexation and
Initial Zoning; Project No(s): AX-12-16-60/RZ-16-12-06. (Advertised in the West Orange
Times on Thursday, February 2, 2017 and March 2, 2017) (City Planner Rumer)
The subject property is located on the north side of E. Silver Star Road and south of Rewis Street, 2,200 feet
east of the intersection of Bluford Avenue and E. Silver Star Road. The subject site is approximately +/- 2
acres and currently contains one(1) single-family residence. The parcel ID number is 17-22-28-0000-00-126.
The future land use & requested initial zoning classification of the subject property is Orange County/Low
Density Residential, which allows up to four (4) dwelling units per acre. The requested rezoning would be
from Orange County/Low Density Residential to City of Ocoee/Low Density Residential.The subject property
is considered contiguous to the City of Ocoee since it is bordered by property located within the City limits on
the east,west,and northern boundaries. City staff has requested a City of Ocoee zoning designation of R-1AA
(Single-Family Dwelling), which is consistent with the adopted future land use designation of Low Density
Residential,shown on both the City of Ocoee and Orange County Joint Planning Area Future Land Use Maps.
This property already benefits from Ocoee Fire Rescue services via a joint"First Responder"Agreement with
Orange County. The proposed annexation is a logical extension of the City limits, urban services can be
provided, and the annexation meets state and local regulations. The land use and initial zoning are also
consistent and compatible with surrounding properties. Based on the recommendations of the DRC and
Planning & Zoning Commission, Staff recommends that the Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
approve the Annexation and Rezoning of the +/-2 acres parcel of land known as the Resendiz parcel with an
Initial Zoning classification of"R-1 AA."
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
b) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
City Planner Rumer briefly summarized the proposed annexation and rezoning for the
Resendiz property located at 272 East Silver Star Road, which is located on the north side of
Silver Star Road and south of Rewis Street, northeast of the intersection of Bluford Avenue and
Silver Star Road. This proposed annexation is a logical extension of the City limits, potable
water services can be provided by way in the back of the property, but sewer is not provided.
This parcel is over an acre and currently contains one (1) single-family residence. With respect to
the rezoning, City staff has requested a City of Ocoee zoning designation of R-1AA (Single-
Family Dwelling), which is consistent with the adopted future land use designation of Low
Density Residential shown on both the City of Ocoee and Orange County Joint Planning Area
Future Land Use Maps.
City Attorney Cookson read the titles of the annexation and rezoning ordinances.
The public hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak the public hearing was closed.
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a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2017-008, Annexation for Resendiz, 272
East Silver Star Rd, Project No: AX-12-16-60; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen,
seconded by Commissioner Keller; Motion carried unanimously.
b) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2017-009, Rezoning for Resendiz, 272 East
Silver Star Rd, Project No: RZ-16-12-06; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen,
seconded by Commissioner Firstner; Motion carried unanimously.
J. REGULAR AGENDA - 8:07 PM
14. Appointment of Commission Liaisons to Various Boards. (City Clerk Sibbitt)
Each year in March, the Commission reviews the Liaisons Appointments to various boards and makes
changes, if needed. In 2016 the following appointments were made:
• Parks and Recreation Board—Commissioner Wilsen
• Citizens Advisory Board for the Police Department—Commissioner Grogan
• Citizens Advisory Board for the Fire Department—Commissioner Firstner
• Human Relations Diversity Board—Commissioner Keller
• Personnel Board—Mayor Johnson
• Tri-County League of Cities—Commissioner Wilsen
• West Orange Airport Authority—William Maxwell
• W.O. Chamber of Commerce—City Manager Frank
• Education Incentive Board—Mayor Johnson
Commissioner Wilsen inquired if they have heard any updates from the West Orange Airport
Authority and wondered if they should bring that appointment back. City Manager Frank
shared that he has not heard any updates and is not sure if they are having any active meetings.
Mayor Johnson said they can have the City send Mr. Maxwell a letter to inquire what is
happening with that board; and if they are an active board, then they can reappoint him.
Consensus of the Commission was to retain the existing current Commission
Liaisons to the various boards.
15. Election of Mayor Pro Tem. (City Clerk Sibbitt)
Section C-9 of the Ocoee City Charter states: ...The Mayor pro tem shall be elected from among the
Commissioners by the City Commission but shall continue to represent the district in which such
Commissioner resides. The Mayor pro tern shall be elected at the first City Commission meeting following the
swearing in of the candidates elected at each general city election ... and shall serve as Mayor pro tern until
the successor is elected.
On March 20, 2007, the Commission created a policy to elect the Mayor Pro Tern annually, even in non-
election years, by rotating down through the seniority list, beginning with Commissioner Johnson for the term
of March 2007-2008. The following elections have been made since 2008:
• 2008-09 Commissioner Hood
• 2009-10 Commissioner Keller
• 2010-11 Commissioner Johnson
• 2011-12 Commissioner Wilsen
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• 2012-13 Commissioner Hood
• 2013-14 Commissioner Keller
• 2014-15 Commissioner Grogan
• 2015-16 Commissioner Wilsen
Motion: Move to appoint Commissioner Firstner as Mayor pro tern; Moved by
Commissioner Keller, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen; Motion carried
unanimously.
K. STAFF ACTION ITEMS - None
L. COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS - 8:12 PM
Commissioner Keller—Inquired if they have gotten any further on the issue of the trucks being
parked on the County property behind Arden Park. Police Chief Brown said they have made
contact with the County and have re-established their cooperative effort in that area. They will be
getting with Public Works to put up some more trespassing signs.
Commissioner Firstner — Announced Spring Fling is Saturday, March 11th from l0am-3pm at
Bill Breeze Park, and Best Fest is coming up on March 30 from 5pm-8:30pm also at Bill
Breeze Park.
Commissioner Wilsen—Announced the public is invited to attend thel2th Annual Spring Fling.
The free event will be held Saturday, March 11th from 10am-3pm. Spring Fling is a fun-filled
day with activities, games and live demonstrations all aimed at reinforcing safe behavior by
youth and families. The event also showcases community services available throughout the area.
Heart screenings, sponsored by Saving Young Hearts, will be offered to youth ages 5-18 years
old. The screenings consists of several diagnostics including a personal and family heart health
questionnaire, height and weight, blood pressure reading, electrocardiogram (ECG) and
auscultation (listening to the heart). To register, visit www.SavingYoungHearts.org. At the
Spring Fling, the City's Utilities Department will sponsor a tree giveaway and rain barrel
workshop for Ocoee residents. Proof of residency (water bill or driver's license) is required.
Residents must pre-register for the rain barrel workshop by contacting the Utilities Department.
She further listed the activities that will be occurring at the event.
Mayor Johnson— 1) Said that there is a park behind Silver Glen that needs to be addressed. The
grass is being mowed, but he would like City staff to take a look at it as it needs to be updated
and fixed. City Manager Frank said he will go by to see the park's condition. 2) Shared that he
went to Milwaukee with the Fire Department personnel to check out the new fire truck. He
thanked the Fire Chief for allowing him to tag along. 3) Expressed in his 30 years of being in
office this City staff is one of the best he has worked with. He takes offense on comments that
are being made toward City staff and the Commission when they are working diligently to move
the City forward. City Manager Frank gave special kudos to Assistant City Manager Shadrix
and City Planner Rumer for the time they spent on The Park at 429 and further thanked the
Mayor for his kind words.
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Commissioner Grogan — Said that the State is once again putting together a bill to encroach on
the home rule for Cities. Currently they are working on a communication bill that will allow
communication companies to put their equipment on City easements without authorization from
the Cities or not paying the Cities revenue for the rent to do so. Would like a consensus on
having the City draft a letter on how they do not want this bill to pass. Discussion ensued.
Consensus of the Commission was to have a letter drafted opposing the
communication bill.
Commissioner Wilsen briefly thanked her fellow Commissioners for allowing her to use their
Commission office space for the Spring Fling event. Mayor Johnson briefly commented that he
went out to Ocoee High School last Saturday morning and witnessed 250 students that
volunteered to do a clean-up of the school. It was amazing to see them work all day.
ADJOURNMENT - 8:26 PM
APPROVED:
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