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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007 09 24 Consent 207 Approval of Town Hall Meeting 090607 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 CALL TO ORDER The Town Hall Meeting of Thursday, September 6, 2007 of the City Commission was called to Order by Mayor John F. Bush at 7:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Winter Springs (817 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). The following individuals were present: Mayor John F. Bush Deputy Mayor Sally McGinnis Commissioner Robert S. Miller Commissioner Rick Brown Commissioner Donald A. Gilmore Commissioner Joanne M. Krebs City Manager Ronald W. McLemore Each of the City Commissioners introduced themselves and welcomed those III attendance. Mayor Bush gave a presentation on the City and its Vision. Slides of the Winter Springs Town Center were also shown. Mr. Laurent A. Pellerin, 116 South Moss Road, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke 'about "Save Our Homes". Discussion. Tape l/Side A Further discussion. Ms. Jennifer Schemenauer, 329 Riunite Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke in favor of a community pool. Discussion continued. Commissioner Rick Brown suggested that another survey be done to see the support for a community pool and what the related operational and maintenance costs would be. Further discussion. ~~ ~ CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE20F5 Mr. Tyler Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs, Florida: complimented the City Commission for their help in the past; and suggested the City charge Insurance companies a Fee for Fire Department calls. Discussion. Mr. Bill St. Amour, 645 Marlin Road, Winter Springs, Florida: asked about employee benefits and suggested that extra expenses be cut instead of services. Chief of Police Daniel J. Kerr commented on Law Enforcement related issues. Mr. Steve Jones, 411 Longshadows Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented that he felt that the City should move forward in the Vision; recommended not cutting the Police and Fire Departments; and suggested increasing taxes. Discussion. Mr. Tyler Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs, Florida: thanked Chief Kerr for his assistance in apprehending a criminal in his community; and suggested that our Police Department patrol State Road 417. Further discussion. Mr. Steve Jones, 411 Longshadows Court, Winter Springs, Florida: asked if there were enough Police Officers for the building of condominiums in the City. Discussion. Mr. Andrew Zacharis, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke about receiving incorrect information regarding permits and suggested City employees be tested to ensure they have adequate knowledge to perform their jobs well. Discussion. Mr. Zacharis continued speaking about an error on his Utility bill. Manager McLemore commented that the issue had been resolved. Continuing, Mr. Zacharis spoke on problems he had with roadways. Further discussion. Tape 2/Side A Discussion continued. '. '~f~. -=Jl ~1 ~ii\:r..~""""", ~",'Ill'" =..') CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE30F5 Mr. Zacharis spoke next on issues related to the Town Center. Further discussion. Next, Mr. Zacharis spoke on high density. Discussion ensued on urban sprawl and the University of Central Florida Incubator Project. Further discussion. Mr. Paul Royal, 313 Courtney Springs, Winter Springs, Florida: thanked the City Commission for their support with the University of Central Florida Incubator Project and commented about Winter Springs business owners being able to participate in the Incubator Project. Mr. Dan Martin, 36 La Vista Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: remarked about retaining our Police and Fire Departments; hoped that the City didn't regress; and suggested that the City work together with the YMCA on the costs of a community pool. Discussion continued. Ms. Brenda Hayes Brown, 211 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs, Florida and Ms. Maria Fair, 1207 Trotwood Boulevard, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of being members of the Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce and commented on the University of Central Florida Incubator Project; of a possible hotel on State Road 434; and suggested the City Commission and City Manager attend the next Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting on each third Tuesday at 5 :00 p.m. Further discussion. Mr. Andrew Zacharis, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: asked about the costs per household and expanding the City's Vision. Discussion. Mr. Ron Ligthart, 1036 Winding Waters Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: told the City Commission that he will be sending them an email; spoke for the Record about the Pension Plan; and mentioned email responses. Tape 2/Side B Discussion continued. ~~ ~1<,~ ;;;~ ~~:::.:~~ ~;::t:;; ~""" ~..",;.:!k'",<iil ;r=t^1;F.~ c,,~~'i~'~ ~.: ~ CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE 4 OF 5 Mr. Bill St. Amour, 645 Marlin Road, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of the proposed Fire Assessment District and Seminole County consolidation plans. Further discussion. Mayor Bush commented, "We presented three (3) alternatives here. We can abide by what the Legislature has done, cut back nine percent (9%) which would mean a cut in services. What services would yet to be determined. But we'd have to cut 1.2 million dollars ($1,200,000.00) out of our Budget. Obviously something has to go. If would probably be personnel in some cases; it could be services - increased User Fees, etc. - to try to make up the money. So, that's one thing. The second one was the recommendation of the Citizens Committee was just keep it like it is right now - which would require the Commission to have to have a super majority to approve that or if we did the Fire Assessment District it wouldn't require a super majority, if that's the Commission's decision the future. And of course, the third one would be to move forward with some of initiatives that are - the one where we had the swimming pool and so forth. So, how many think we should cut our taxes - as it turns out we've got ninety percent (90%) of our Budget." Mayor Bush noted the one (1) person who raised his hand and said, "We have got one (1)." Mayor Bush asked, "How think we should leave it the same?" Mayor Bush stated, "Five". Mayor Bush asked, "How many want to continue to improve?" (Note: Most of the attendees raised their hands). Mayor Bush continued, "That's amazing - I appreciate that because I wouldn't have guessed it would turn out that way quite frankly. I thought it would be the middle." Discussion continued. Mr. Andrew Zacharis, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: mentioned the ten percent (10%) group and asked whether there was a rebate planned for those. Discussion. Mr. Tyler Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs, Florida: stated, "Point of Clarification" and commented on taxes. Further discussion. Mr. Andrew Zachar is, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: commented about the Water Report and the data noted in the Report. ~ ~~~~~ ~.lW~Jn'.~~~~~ "'"""~il -"'111 ~.;!:.-oiD f~~ -;~- !.i-'"",,,,,,,,,,,,"~ ~.-~ CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE50F5 Mayor Bush said, "Kip (Lockcuff, Director, Public Works/Utility Department) isn't here to really respond. He's the Director of Public Works, but we'll have him get with you and let you know about that." Discussion. Mr. Zacharis mentioned removing trees and that he had accidentally drained his pool and did not want to get charged Sewer Fees. Mayor Bush remarked, "You need to contact the Water Department and they will not charge you for the Sewer." Mayor Bush continued, "But you have to let them know. Michelle Greco (Director, Finance Department) is the lady's name you should talk to." Lastly, Mayor Bush said, "When you have questions like that, your comment about people at the window not giving you correct information - the first time that happens you call your Commissioner or you call me." ADJOURNMENT Mayor Bush adjourned the Town Hall Meeting at 9:14 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: DANIELLE HARKER, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY CLERK AND ANDREA LORENZO-LUACES, CMC CITY CLERK APPROVED: MA YOR JOHN F. BUSH NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the , 2007 Regular City Commission Meeting. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 CALL TO ORDER The Town Hall Meeting of Thursday, September 6, 2007 of the City Commission was called to Order by Mayor John F. Bush at 7:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Winter Springs (817 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). The following individuals were present: Mayor John F. Bush Deputy Mayor Sally McGinnis Commissioner Robert S. Miller Commissioner Rick Brown Commissioner Donald A. Gilmore Commissioner Joanne M. Krebs City Manager Ronald W. McLemore Each of the City Commissioners introduced themselves and welcomed those III attendance. Mayor Bush gave a presentation on the City and its Vision. Slides of the Winter Springs Town Center were also shown. Mr. Laurent A. Pellerin, 116 South Moss Road, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke about "Save Our Homes". Discussion. Tape l/Side A Further discussion. Ms. Jennifer Schemenauer, 329 Riunite Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke in favor of a community pool. Discussion continued. Commissioner Rick Brown suggested that another survey be done to see the support for a community pool and what the related operational and maintenance costs would be. Further discussion. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE20F5 Mr. Tyler Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs, Florida: complimented the City Commission for their help in the past; and suggested the City charge Insurance companies a Fee for Fire Department calls. Discussion. Mr. Bill St. Amour, 645 Marlin Road, Winter Springs, Florida: asked about employee benefits and suggested that extra expenses be cut instead of services. Chief of Police Daniel J. Kerr commented on Law Enforcement related issues. Mr. Steve Jones, 411 Longshadows Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented that he felt that the City should move forward in the Vision; recommended not cutting the Police and Fire Departments; and suggested increasing taxes. Discussion. Mr. Tyler Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs, Florida: thanked Chief Kerr for his assistance in apprehending a criminal in his community; and suggested that our Police Department patrol State Road 417. Further discussion. Mr. Steve Jones, 411 Longshadows Court, Winter Springs, Florida: asked if there were enough Police Officers for the building of condominiums in the City. Discussion. Mr. Andrew Zacharis, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke about receiving incorrect information regarding permits and suggested City employees be tested to ensure they have adequate knowledge to perform their jobs well. Discussion. Mr. Zacharis continued speaking about an error on his Utility bill. Manager McLemore commented that the issue had been resolved. Continuing, Mr. Zacharis spoke on problems he had with roadways. Further discussion. Tape 2/Side A Discussion continued. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE30F5 Mr. Zacharis spoke next on issues related to the Town Center. Further discussion. Next, Mr. Zacharis spoke on high density. Discussion ensued on urban sprawl and the University of Central Florida Incubator Project. Further discussion. Mr. Paul Royal, 313 Courtney Springs, Winter Springs, Florida: thanked the City Commission for their support with the University of Central Florida Incubator Project and commented about Winter Springs business owners being able to participate in the Incubator Project. Mr. Dan Martin, 36 LaVista Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: remarked about retaining our Police and Fire Departments; hoped that the City didn't regress; and suggested that the City work together with the YMCA on the costs of a community pool. Discussion continued. Ms. Brenda Hayes Brown, 211 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs, Florida and Ms. Maria Fair, 1207 Trotwood Boulevard, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of being members of the Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce and commented on the University of Central Florida Incubator Project; of a possible hotel on State Road 434; and suggested the City Commission and City Manager attend the next Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting on each third Tuesday at 5 :00 p.m. Further discussion. Mr. Andrew Zacharis, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: asked about the costs per household and expanding the City's Vision. Discussion. Mr. Ron Ligthart, 1036 Winding Waters Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: told the City Commission that he will be sending them an email; spoke for the Record about the Pension Plan; and mentioned email responses. Tape 2/Side B Discussion continued. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE 4 OF 5 Mr. Bill St. Amour, 645 Marlin Road, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke of the proposed Fire Assessment District and Seminole County consolidation plans. Further discussion. Mayor Bush commented, "We presented three (3) alternatives here. We can abide by what the Legislature has done, cut back nine percent (9%) which would mean a cut in services. What services would yet to be determined. But we'd have to cut 1.2 million dollars ($1,200,000.00) out of our Budget. Obviously something has to go. If would probably be personnel in some cases; it could be services - increased User Fees, etc. - to try to make up the money. So, that's one thing. The second one was the recommendation of the Citizens Committee was just keep it like it is right now - which would require the Commission to have to have a super majority to approve that or if we did the Fire Assessment District it wouldn't require a super majority, if that's the Commission's decision the future. And of course, the third one would be to move forward with some of initiatives that are - the one where we had the swimming pool and so forth. So, how many think we should cut our taxes - as it turns out we've got ninety percent (90%) of our Budget." Mayor Bush noted the one (1) person who raised his hand and said, "We have got one (1)." Mayor Bush asked, "How think we should leave it the same?" Mayor Bush stated, "Five" . Mayor Bush asked, "How many want to continue to improve?" (Note: Most of the attendees raised their hands). Mayor Bush continued, "That's amazing - I appreciate that because I wouldn't have guessed it would turn out that way quite frankly. I thought it would be the middle." Discussion continued. Mr. Andrew Zacharis, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: mentioned the ten percent (10%) group and asked whether there was a rebate planned for those. Discussion. Mr. Tyler Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs, Florida: stated, "Point of Clarification" and commented on taxes. Further discussion. Mr. Andrew Zacharis, 222 Oak Road, Winter Springs, Florida: commented about the Water Report and the data noted in the Report. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION TOWN HALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE50F5 Mayor Bush said, "Kip (Lockcuff, Director, Public WorkslUtility Department) isn't here to really respond. He's the Director of Public Works, but we'll have him get with you and let you know about that." Discussion. Mr. Zacharis mentioned removing trees and that he had accidentally drained his pool and did not want to get charged Sewer Fees. Mayor Bush remarked, "You need to contact the Water Department and they will not charge you for the Sewer." Mayor Bush continued, "But you have to let them know. Michelle Greco (Director, Finance Department) is the lady's name you should talk to." Lastly, Mayor Bush said, "When you have questions like that, your comment about people at the window not giving you correct information - the first time that happens you call your Commissioner or you call me." ADJOURNMENT Mayor Bush adjourned the Town Hall Meeting at 9:14 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: DANIELLE HARKER, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY CLERK AND .'\ A LORENZO-LUACES, CMC CITY CLERK APPROVED: 7~ NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the September 24, 2007 Regular City Commission Meeting.