CCMtg08-03-09Min LONGWOOI) CIT~I COMMISSIOleT
Longwood. City.Com~nission Chamlbers
~ 175 West Warren Avenue
Longwood, Florida
NIINIJ7CES
AUGUST .3, 2009
7:00 P.,M.
Present: Mayor H.G. "Butch" Bundy
Deputy Mayor John C. Maing~ot
Commissioner Joe Durso
Commissioner Mike Holt
Commissioner Brian D. Sacke~~t
Donovan A. Roper, Acting City Attorney
Katrina Powell, City Administrator
Sarah M. Mirus, City Clerk
Marilyn Douglas, Purchasing IVlanager
Fran Meli, Recreation Program Manager
Commander Russ Cohen, Interim Director of Community Services
Chris Kintner, Community Development Coordinator
Tom Jackson, Police Chief
Kelly Morrow, Community Development Coordinator
John Peters, Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Battalion Chief Michael Hocke+nberry, Fire Department
Jaime Shearer, Temporary Asp;istant to the City Administrator
Lieutenant Phyllis Williams, Training Officer, Fire Department
1.. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Bundy calaed the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. A moment of SILENT MEDITATIOI\f was followed by the PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE.
3. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS.. Ms. Mirus read the following
announcements:
A. National Night Out will beheld on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 from 6:00
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Candyland Park, 599 Longdale Avenue.
B. A Blue Grass Pickin' will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2009 from
7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m., Longwood Community Building, 200 V4'est
Warren Avenue.
4. PROCLAMATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS.
~ A. District #3 Presentation of the Business Person of the Month Award
for August 2009 to SunTrust, Longwood Office Team, located at Il020
West State Road 434.
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Commissioner Holt read a brief biography on SunTrust Bank, Longwood
Office Team and Ms. Mary Frances Sekac. He presented them with the
Business Person of the Month Award for August 2009 and photographs
were then taken.
B. Proclaiming the City of Longwood General Election- November 3,
2009.
Mayor Bundy read a Proclamation proclaiming the City of Longwood
General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2009, from 7:00
a.m. to 7:00 p.m. He announced all registered voters of Longwood will
vote at Longwood City Hall, City Commission Chambers, 175 West
Warren Avenue, Longwood, Florida 32750. Early Voting for the
November 3, 2009 City of Longwood General Election will begin on
Friday, October 30, 2009 thru Sunday, November 1, 2009. On Friday,
Early Voting will be available during the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.;
on Saturday and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Early Voting will be
conducted at the Supervisor of Elections Office, 1500 East Airport
Boulevard, Sanford, Florida 32773.
C. Nominations- Annual Key to the City Award.
Mayor Bundy said the Annual Key to the City Award was a nomination
they give out to people who have gone above and beyond the normal
levels of community service. He opened the floor .for nominations.
Deputy Mayor Maingot nominated 1l~Ii-. Brian Roy, President and Owner
of Royal Consulting Services and Enviro Tech Systems. He is also the
Owner of the original Birthing Center in Longwood, known as the Clouser
House located at 211 West Warren Avenue. Nomination carried by a
unanimous voice vote.
Commissioner Durso nominated Mr. Jimmy Ross, 429 Wildmere Avenue.
Nomination carried by a unanimous voice vote.
Commissioner Holt nominated Ms. Mary Frances Sekac, Vice President
and Branch Manager of SunTrust Bank in Longwood. Nomination carried
by a unanimous voice vote.
Mayor Bundy nominated Mr. Barry Revels, 1085 Foggy Brook Place. He
has served on many City Boards and is currently Chair of the Board of
Adjustment. Nomination carried by a unanimous voice vote.
5. BOARD APPOINTMENTS. None.
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6. PUBLIC INPUT.
A. Public Participation.
JoAnne Rebello, 301 Loch Lomond Avenue, said she was speaking on
Item 9 H. She stated that tonight the Commission would be discussing
whether property owners should be responsible for mowing the City's
.right-of--ways adjacent to the property owner's lot. Her question would be
what this exactly means. She inquired if there was a map showing where
these right-of-ways were located that are currently being mowed. She
asked if a property owner has aright-of--way behind them or to the side of
them, are they now to be held responsible for mowing the City's right-of-
way. She stated what if there is a fence around their property and they do
not have easy access to these right-of--ways. She affirmed the. word
adjacent was defined as being ne;ar by, abutting, having a common border,
having a common vertex and side. So, exactly what is this Ordinance
proposing? She said the explanation leaves much to be desired. She stated
it would seem prudent for this Commission to know exactly what they are
voting on. If this Ordinance requires only the strip between the sidewalk
and roadway in front of ones property, this is reasonable. If this Ordinance
requires the property owner to walk around the block with a .lawn mower
because there is a fence with no ;date, this is unreasonable. She said more
information was needed before they pass this Ordinance. She inquired if
they were going to require more maintenance in front of a property, does
this then give the owner the right: to place signs and other paraphernalia iri
the right-of--way. She stated the City should. not expect the citizens to bear
this cost, andlor responsibility without some ramif cations. She requested
that this be explained further and a map be shown to indicate; where these
negligent properties are located.
Dan McCoy, 137 East Maine Street, said he spoke a month and a half ago
when the mowing contract came before the Commission for the right-of-
ways and lift stations and made a point that he was required to mow hi s
right-of--ways. He inquired why this was not discussed prior to the contract
and stated they just recently signe;d a contract for $125,000 plus. He
inquired how this was going to affect this contract.
7. CONSENT AGENDA.
A. Approve Minutes of the July 20, 2009 Regular Meeting.
B. Finance Division of the Financi:~l Services Department recommends
payment of approved. and estimated bills for August 2009.
C. Finance Division of the Financial Services Department recommends
the City Commission approve the Seminole County Public Schools,
School Resource Officer Agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign
same.
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D. The Police Chief recommends the City Commission approve the
distribution of $239,756 of Fiscal Year 2009/2010 Justice Assistance ;
Grant funds for projects within Seminole County as requested by
Seminole County and authorize the Mayor to sign the consent letter.
Commissioner Holt moved to approve the Consent Agenda as
submitted. Seconded by Commissioner Sackett.
Discussion was held regarding Consent Agenda Item 7 B.
Motion carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
8. PiTBLIC HEARINGS.
A. The City Administrator requests, per the Longwood Development
Code (LDC) Article X, Section 10.8.0 Appeals that the City
Commission review an appeal of the Board of Adjustment (BOA)
decision to approve a Variance (VAR 05-09) to allow a reduction to
the minimum required building. height and to 'increase the maximum
front setback range as listed in the Longwood Design Guidebook page
20, The Heritage Village District (The Future Transit Village), Guiding
Principles.
Mr. Roper announced having proof of publication for this Item.
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Mayor Bundy said he requested this to be brought forward. He stated he '
was not opposed to the project. However, since this was the first project
under the new standards, he wanted to make sure the Commission was
aware the Board of Adjustment had granted a Variance.
Ms. Powell said staff has met with Mr. Richard Girmaldi and discussed
some of the issues that came before the Board of Adjustment. She stated
they discussed the required setback and the building height. Mr. Girmaldi
has presented renderings to the Commission for-this building. She said in
meeting with the City Engineer and Community Development, they were
able to answer some of his questions and they are in favor of what he has
proposed. She stated they were. looking to the Commission for guidance as
this is the first transitional property since the adoption of the Guidebook.
Mr. Peters said they reviewed the site plan and under the Design
Standards, normally the building would be within fifteen (15') feet of the
frontright-of--way. He stated that one of his concerns was the curve on
County Road 427 when traveling north. He stated that placing the building
right up to the road would restrict the sight distance. He said if they could
have the gathering place in this general area, it would get the building off
the road from the general safety standpoint, but it also complies with the
intent of the Design Standards. He stated the owner was agreeable to this,
and they believe they have reached a compromise that meets the intent of
the Design Standards.
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Commissioner Sackett said, his ~inswers to the five findings were very
good and thorough.
Richard Girmaldi, 1485 Shadwe;ll Circle, Heathrow, said he owned several
properties in Longwood, some located along Ronald Reagan. Boulevard.
He discussed his plans to improve this property and place a commercial
front to the building. He stated he was not aware of the new Code and they
presented their first ideas of whit they thought the front should be. He
reviewed renderings of the proposed building. He said it was going to look
like a new building and would appear to be two sl:ories. He stated the look
they were going for was from the Design Guidebook. He said if the
SunRail comes through they are hoping to be able to add to this building
or construct another building th~~t would have a similar design. He stated
they would be able to clean the ~~rea around the retention pond and have
some gathering places -where people can congregate. He said they tried to
get this project to mirror the Clock Tower Park. He stated it needs to be
tweaked a little, and if the Comn.iission approves the Variance, they plan
to start the project as soon as possible.
Ms. Powell advised the project would have to go through formal review.
Mayor Bundy opened the public hearing. The following spoke in favor to
the Variance:
Bob Cortes, 308 Balogh Place, said he owned a business near Mr.
Girmaldi and from what he has seen this was a vast improvement to the
property. He stated, as the. President of the Homeowners Association of
Longwood Plantation, they would be concerned as to what type of
business would beplaced here. I:[e said they would welcome the
aesthetics.
No one spoke in opposition to thf~ Variance.
Commissioner Holt moved to close the public hearing. Seconded
by Deputy Mayor Maingot and carried by a unanimous voice vote.
Commissioner Durso moved to uphold the :Board of Adjustment's
decision and approve Variance (OS-09). Seconded by
Commissioner Holt and c,~rried by a unanimous roll call vote.
9. REGULAR BUSINESS.
A. City Administrator recommends the City Commission approve a
tentative millage rate of $4.99 for the fiscal year 2009/2010 budget and
authorizes the City Administrator to sign the attached Certification of
Taxable Value (DR-420) and Mazimum Millage Levy Preliminary
Disclosure (DR-420 MMP) forIIis. .
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Deputy Mayor Maingot moved to approve Regular Item 9 A, as
. presented. Seconded. by Commissioner Sackett and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote.
B. The Recreation Division of the Community Services Department
requests the City Commission .review the Longwood Farmer's Market
and provide Staff the direction deemed appropriate.
Ms. Meli said she placed all of the information in the Agenda Item and she
would like direction from the City Commission whether to move forward.
Deputy Mayor Maingot said he would support not making this a dead
issue. He stated he felt we have learned from the initial exercise. He said
the lack of shade did create some difficulties and consequently the
location may be better suited back here in the parking lot across from the
Community Building. He suggested they consider placing this back in
motion following the Arts and Craft Festival.
IVIs. Meli said one problem holding it across from the Community
Building was that there are events in the Community Building that often
start prior to the Farmer's Market ending.
Commissioner Sackett said he would like to see it during the period of
time that is cooler, such as November through March. He inquired if there
would be a dedicated person from the City to oversee the,Farmer's '
Market.
Ms. Meliaaid having staff work the Market was a challenge.
Commissioner Sackett said this was something that struggled in the first
year, but he thinks they need to give it a life for another year.
Commissioner Durso requested a breakdown of the figures.
Ms. Meli said the revenues were strictly from the vendor fees. She
reviewed the start-up costs which included the banners: She said if the
time changes, these banners will not be able to be used. They also had
banners made to post in front of the Market. She reviewed the operating
expenses, and the net profit/loss. She stated they started with.twenty-one
(21) vendors and dropped down to an average of thirteen (13) vendors a
week.
Mayor Bundy said in looking at the obstacles, he had not heard anything
that would overcome the obstacles. He stated he was not prepared to
commit money to this project. i
Commissioner Holt said it was a great idea, but there were several stores
in Longwood that were air conditioned buildings and regulated by the
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Health_Department. He discussed other areas such as Reiter Park, but you
~ have to get people to come and ;spend money. He stated we did not need to
~ be losing money when they have other areas to address.
Commissioner Sackett said.he has been reviewing budget numbers. Fie
stated he sees this. loss because of the start-up costs. He said he would be
encouraged in trying it again and stated he sees this as a community driven
feel good event. He would like to see the directional matter addressed,
shorten the time, and work aggressively to try and make this happen.
Deputy Mayor Maingot agreed Reiter Park would serve as a very useful
purpose for the Market.. He feels it is worthy of a second shot, but weal
thought out. He stated one of the-key elements was something tied to the
market that draws people there.
Mayor Bundy said if they move it or change the time, he did not want to
see additional start-up costs. He stated a lot of the questions were the same
as when they started. He suggested leaving this in Ms. Ivleli's hands for
her and the City Administrator to bring back a plan to the Commission.
Deputy Mayor Maingot moved to ask Ms. Meli to not take away
from what she has to get done, buttime permitting, to develop a
proposal to the Commission for the rejuvenation of the Farmer's
Market during the winter of 09/10. Seconded by Commissioner
Sackett.
Commissioner Durso said he was not opposed. to a Farmer's Market, but
he was opposed to one that.loses $5,400 when they have to tell other
Departments that they cannot have what they consider essential materials.
He stated the argument was made; that this was an event for the people, but
unfortunately the people are not using it. Many of the people probably
don't know about it and this needs to be addressed in the new plan. He
said it was a good idea, but it wa:; a tight competition. He stated this was
one of the reasons he wanted a marketing plan for all of the community
events. He said there was a lot of confusion as to the location, and this was
a prime opportunity to look at the original marketing plan. He declared he
would. support the motion and hoped they would be able to turn this
around and make it a success.
Commissioner Holt applauded staff and said they did a great. job to
accomplish what it was in such. a ;short period of time. He stated he
understands .the tremendous responsibility and said they were not
providing any real direction. He said he would not support the motion
since it was not specific and was too open ended.
Mayor Bundy said he didn't have a problem with a general directive and
~ he could support having staff look: into the matter. He stated he had his
doubts, but could support the motion if it didn't take away from her other
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duties. He said he was not interested in someone outside the City running
the Market. ~
Ms. Meli said she would look into all of these items mentioned. She did
not have answers to these obstacles at this particular time. She stated they
may be moving forward with Reiter Park and could nat commit to using. it.
She advised if she has a staff person work the Market, then their time will
be flexed and they will not be available some during the week.
Mayor Bundy suggested she could come up with some parameters and
consider doing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to a private organization to
run the Farmer's Market and the City could co-sponsor it.
Motion carried by a four/one roll call vote with Commissioner Holt
voting nay.
G The Purchasing Division recommends the City Commission approve a
Change Order increasing Purchase Order 013462 to Interior Contract
Services, in the amount of $955.00, and authorize the City
Administrator to sign the Purchase Order.
1VIs. Powell said this was an increase to the original Purchase Order for
City Hall in the amount of $955. She stated no further invoices from this
vendor should come to the City and they were not expecting this invoice.
Ms. Douglas said she did call and confirm with the contractor that they
had no pending invoices.
Deputy Mayor Maingot inquired if someone was monitoring these
purchase orders or renovation.
Ms. Douglas reiterated that she has confirmed with the vendor that there
were no additional invoices. She said all of the other invoices have been
satisfied.
Commissioner Durso said he understood Ms. Douglas -could not answer
for the Company. However, Ms. Powell was working with staff on the
procedures so that things like this do not happen again. He stated this was
more about our internal procedures.
Mayor Bundy moved to approve this Change Order increasing this
Purchase Order with the caveat that there will be no further
invoices from this Company and so state in the accompanying
documents with their check. Seconded by Commissioner Sackett
and carried by a three/two roll call vote with Deputy Mayor
Maingot and Commissioner Sackett voting nay. ~
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D. The Community Development Division of the Community Services
Department recommends tt;;e City Commission approve a Changr,
Order in the amount of $2,9'5 to Stan Cisilslci, Inc. and authorize the
City Administrator to sign all, appropriate documents.
Mr. Kintner said this was a project behind Magnolia in the Historic
District. He stated this was for a ditch that was started and not finished.
The initial quote was to clear vegetation, and complete the unfinished
ditch with what is known as the: Wilma Street ditch that runs across from
Magnolia Park. He said in the Irrocess of connecting the two ditches they
encountered some unforeseen obstacles. These additional unforeseen
costs, in addition to a minor change in scope where they added some
swales behind the property at 1~I1 Magnolia Avenue to help ease a
drainage concern resulted in the:se extra fees.
Deputy Mayor Maingot moved to approve Item 9 D, as presented.
Seconded by Commissioner Sackett and.carried by a unanimous
roll call vote.
E. The Police Chief requests tb~e City Commission approve a Change
Order to increase Purchase Order #013227 to Galls Incorporated by
the amount of $8,500.00 and :authorize the City Administrator to sign
the purchase order. The original amount of the purchase order was
~ $20,000 with an increase of $10,000 in February 2009.
Chief Jackson said at the beguu~ing of each Budget Year he historically
requests a $20,000 Purchase Order in the amount of $20,000 and by doing
this, when they reach this amount it gives him an idea as to where they are
in spending for the year and they will ask for an extension. F[e advised this
would be the third and final Change Order this year and explained the
reason for the addition.
Commissioner Holt mov~,d to approve a Change Order to increase
Purchase Order #013227., as .submitted, Item 9 E. Seconded by
Commissioner Sackett.
Discussion was held regarding the ballistic vests.
Motion carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
F. The Police Chief requests they City Commiss%on approve a Change
Order to increase Purchase Order #013258 to Sprint by the amount of
$4,000.00 and authorize the City Administrator to sign the purchase
order. The original purchase order amount was $20,000.
Chief Jackson said they budget a certain amount of funds per line item and
this particular line is for the air c~crds used for the laptop computers. He
stated the additional $4,000 is the: original amount set aside in the budget.
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Deputy Mayor Maingot moved to approve Regular Item 9 F, as
presented. Seconded by Commissioner Holt and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote.
G. City Administrator recommends the City Commission read by title
only, set August 17, 2009, as a public hearing date, and approve the
first reading of Ordinance No. 09-1903 which amends Ordinance No.
09-1887, Section 86-127, amending the six-month (6) notice to thirty
(30) days and providing an effective date.
Mr. Roper read Ordinance No. 09-1903 by title only.
Deputy Mayor Maingot moved to approve at first reading
Ordinance No. 09-1903 and set August 1Z, 2009 as a public
hearing date. Seconded by Commissioner Holt..
Commissioner Sackett inquired if amending the six (6) month notice to
thirty (3D) days was for the reason of collecting the money sooner.
Ms. Powell advised the Agreement states thirty (30) days and the
Commission approved the Agreement based on the thirty (30) days. The
Agreement and Ordinance will now correspond.
Commissioner Sackett said he had been reading Senate Bill 2004 and it
seems the State was getting ready quickly to put these cameras in and the
City would then have no collection of revenue.
Chief Jackson said the thirty (30) days was the norm. He stated if the State
Legislation passed, by putting our cameras in, we.are grandfathered in and
would have control. He said if the State puts their cameras i'n, they control
the funds, but the City would still receive some application of those funds.
Discussion was held regarding the State Legislation for red light cameras
and violations. It was also pointed out that the cameras not only provide
still capture, but real time capture by video.
Motion carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
H. The Community Development Division of the Community Services
Department recommends the City Commission read by title only, set
August 17, 2009 as the second public hearing date, and approve the
first reading of Ordinance 09-1901 amending the Longwood City
Code as it relates to the Accumulation of Weeds or Grasses.
Mr. Roper read Ordinance No. 09-1901 by title only.
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Commissioner Holt mop?ed to approve the first reading of
~ Ordinance No. 09-1901 and set the public hearing date as August
17, 2009, as submitted, :[tem 9 H. Seconded by Mayor Bundy. '
Mayor Bundy said, mregards to the concerns of residents, it was his
understanding that this Ordinance was conclusive of the areas between the
pavement and the sidewalk.
Mr. Peters responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Bundy said it was his understanding there was a provision in the
mowing contract to reduce the contract amount if the subsequent areas
being maintained have been reduced.
Mr. Peters said that was correct and prior to issuing the Purchase Order for
the prior contract,. he met with the contractor and informed him of the
Ordinance. He stated they would go through ,the list, modify it, and an
amended contract will be brought back to the Commission for approval.
Discussion was held regarding the driving. force behind the issuance of
this Ordinance..
~ Commissioner Sackett said he would like to see a map identifying the
i areas being mowed and more detail.
Mr. Peters. advised one area of concern was in the neighborhoods of
Homeowner Associations where they have a solid wall along the entire
subdivision. He reiterated they would be meeting with the contractor and
would go through these areas to modify the contract. for areas to be
mowed. There are some areas that may be considered an extrerime situation
and will be included in the contr~ict. The amended contract will be brought
before the Commission for approval.
Motion carried by a four/one roll call vote with Commissioner Holt
voting nay.
I. Mayor H. G. "Butch" Bundy recommends the (:ity Commission read
by title only, set August 17, 20(19, as a public hearing date, and
approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 09-1902 which repeals the
Codes Enforcement Board syst~:m and creates a Special Magistrate
code enforcement system.
Mr. Roper read Ordinance No. OS~-1902 by title only.
Mayor Bundy moved to approve Ordinance 09-1902. Seconded by
Commissioner Durso.
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Mayor Bundy said this was an Ordinance he had requested to be brought
forward and the Commission concurred. He stated one reason was the ,
efficiency of the system. He said when you have a legal professional
dealing with these issues; you do not end up with a situation of potential
multi-million dollar litigation for violating ones rights. He stated there was
an opportunity to do some-cost sharing with the City of Winter Springs
and Casselberry.
Deputy Mayor Maingot said he had conducted some research within
Seminole County and some of the cities have discussed this and has it
temporarily on hold. He stated the City of Winter Springs has a Red Light
Hearing Officer that handles the few inquiries they receive. He suggested
they needed to have more research conducted in terms of the cost and
volume of cases.
Mayor Bundy said the Red Light Camera cases could also be handled by
the Special Magistrate.
Deputy Mayor Maingot inquired if they had come up with any figures.
Ms. Powell advised there was $12,000 set aside in the Budget for the Code
Board Attorney and this would be used to pay for the Special Magistrate.
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Commissioner Sackett said he would go with a Special Magistrate to just
deal with the traffic light matter in coordination with the other cities and
stay with the Codes Enforcement Board.
Motion carried by a three/two roll call vote with Deputy Mayor
Maingot and Commissioner Sackett voting nay.
10. CITY ADNIIl\T15TRATOR'SBEPORT.
Ms. Powell provided an update on the T-Mobile matter and the Citizen
Awareness and Participation Program (CAPP) Meeting. The CAPP Meeting has
been scheduled. for August 20~' at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Building. She
reported this has been advertised and letters will be sent out to the residents
surrounding that area.
Ms. Powell reported we have received continents back from the Department of
Community Affairs (DCA) regarding the Comprehensive Plan Amendment for
the Evaluation and Appraisal Report. She said there were only two comments and
they were addressing those.
Ms. Powell said she had been told that we have a ceremony on September 11~'
and' inquired what the Commission's desire was for this year.
Commissioner Sackett said they usually have turned this over to Chief Jackson.
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Deputy Mayor Maingot said. this was one of the reasons we have Hero's Park and
the Monument. He stated it was our opportunity to invite people to come forth
~ and be recognized and to show our appreciation. He said it did not need to be
extravagant, but we need to have a ceremony there that is befitting the date and
what we recall.
Commissioner Sackett said he would like to have the names engraved by
Christmas. He stated he would like to keep this simple and have a candlelight
vigil.
Mayor Bundy agreed and said he would. like to see. it kept low key and more
respectful.
Deputy Mayor Maingot said there had to be some orchestration, otherwise,
.nothing would happen.
Mayor Bundy said they could send out notices in the water bills and invitations
could be sent out to people within the community to join us.
Deputy Mayor Maingot said there needed to be some leadership in getting people
together and some brief statement by thc; Mayor or someone to speak about the
occasion.
f Mayor Bundy suggested the City Administrator meet with. all of the
Commissioners for input and bring back a report at the next meeting.
Ms. Powell gave a reminder of National Night Out tomorrow evening. The
Charity Softball Game between the Police and Fire will also be held.
11. MAYOR AND CONINIISSIONERS' REPORT.
District #5. Commissioner Sackett reported he went to Longwood's former
Firefghter Shane Slusarz's funeral toda3~. He said this was a powerful ceremony
for this. young man and he obviously touched many lives on a personal and
professional level. He stated he was very proud of our special Longwood Group
participating in this ceremony.
District #1. Deputy Mayor Maingot said he also attended this ceremony and :it
was the fast time he had witnessed this type of ceremony. He stated it was very
moving and tradition played.its part today. He said he would be attending
National Night Out tomorrow evening. .
District #2. Commissioner Durso thankc,d City staff for the quick. and thorough
work they were able to do Thursday mon.iing.
Commissioner Durso said he was unable to attend the service for the Firefighter
and said his sympathy and prayers go out to the families.
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District #3. No report.
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District #4. Mayor Bundy reported on the joint meeting with the City of ,
Casselberry concerning the Milwee Middle School annexation. He said at the end
of the meeting they came away with a directive to the respective Administrators
for them to meet and begin to address some of the annexation issues. He stated
they should have come to us and they should have met prior to this. to divide up
the County land between the cities involved. He reported they came to an
amicable agreement. He discussed the matter of the additional responsibilities
with annexation such as the Fire Department. He reiterated the two
Administrators will meet and iron out some of the issues. He said some of the
School Board Members were going to continue to fight what they perceive as a
forced annexation of Milwee Middle School into Casselberry.
Ms. Powell advised they have a meeting scheduled for August 11th.
12. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT. Mr. Roper said the Commission will recall
that Item 9 E was withdrawn from the July 20th City Commission Meeting. This
was the request that he draft a Petition to the Seminole County Board of
Commission with regard to the countywide referendum for the topic of card
rooms at the Orlando-Sanford Kennel Club. He reported that he received on
Thursday of last week an electronic mail from their Attorney that they have
withdrawn their request at the present time for card tables at the Orlando-Sanford
Kennel Club.
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Mr. Roper said Lake Winsor came up atone of the most recent meetings. They
have retrieved the old file from Richard Taylor's Office. He reported they are in
communication with Mr. Winston-Davis with regard to the Lake Winsor and
Winsor Manor Subdivision issue and will be responding to them this week.
He reported Ms. Roper had sent the Commission two letters, one on July 22°a and
another one on July 28th regarding two foreclosure cases. He requested .guidance
from the Commission as to whether they wanted to write off a lien or ifthey wish
them to protect it for the property located at 402 East Maine Avenue. After going
into foreclosure, the property owners have filed for Bankruptcy under Chapter 11.
He recommended this lien be written off based on Chapter 11.
It was the consensus of the. Commission to move forward with writing off this
lien.
Mr. Roper said the last matter was for a total lien of $469.90 for a foreclosure on
the property at 670 Georgia Avenue. He advised the first and second mortgage on
this property totals over $346,000. He recommended waiving this lien and filing a
Certificate of No Interest in the foreclosure case.
It was the consensus of the Commission for the Attorney to file the Certificate of
No Interest.
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14. ADJOiTRN. Mayor Bundy adjourned the meeting at 9:53 p.m.
H;~ G. Bun y, Jr., Mayor
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Sarah M. Mirus, MMC, MBA
City Clerk
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