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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 12 07 Minutes
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN SEMINOLE COUNTY
MEETING HELD Wednesday, December 7, 1994, 7:00 p.m., Longwood City
Commission Chambers, 175 W. Warren Avenue.
Attendees
Mayor Iris L. Benson, City of Longwood
Commissioner Gary Brender, City of Lake Mary
Commissioner Whitey Eckstein, City of Sanford
Commissioner Patricia Fernandez, City of Altamonte springs
commissioner Cindy Gennell, City of winter Springs
councilperson Thomas Hagood, Jr., City of Oviedo
Vice-Mayor Earl McMullen, City of Casselberry
Sandy Robinson, Seminole County School Board
Thelma McPherson, City Clerk, City of Casselberry
Eva Neisler, Deputy City Clerk, City of Longwood
Shelton Smith, City Administrator, City of Longwood
Commissioner Bill Winston, City of Longwood
Geraldine D. Zambri, City Clerk, City of Longwood
commissioner Pat Warren, Seminole County commission - Absent
1. Prayer
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
The meeting
Warren's absence.
p.m.
was chaired by Mayor Benson in commissioner
Mayor Benson called the meeting to order at 7:02
2. Approval of Minutes
Motion by Commissioner Brender to approve the minutes as
submitted, seconded by Commissioner Gennell. The motion
carried by a unanimous voice vote.
3. Treasurer's Report
Commissioner Brender announced there was no activity to report
and the account balance remains at $531.66.
4. Old Business
A. Sign Review Committee Report
commissioner Brender explained the report furnished in the
packet from the CALNO Sign Review Committee, produced eight (8)
items that the municipalities generally agree on. Commissioner
Brender further explained that if a jurisdiction has a more
restrictive policy that it would prevail. Members had a general
discussion on the various sunset dates of the local communities.
Commissioner Fernandez explained her understanding was the
committee's first phase was to suggest non-controversial items and
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sunset dates, as all were aware, are a problem. Also, discussion
continued on the importance of establishing a sunset date
particuliary for Hwy 17-92 business owners. Commissioner Eckstein
suggested that research be done on court cases concerning sun-
setting provisions and to contact the City of Orlando.
Commissioner Fernandez suggested checking Boca Raton also. It was
the consensus of the CALNO members to request Mr. Herb Hardin to
research and report the results by the next meeting as to whether
there have been any court cases regarding the enforcement of sign
ordinances and the sunset law. Members agreed to circulate the
recommendations from the Sign Review Committee after Mr. Hardin
reports the results of the requested research at the next meeting.
B. Interlocal Agreement of Mediation
The cities of Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary, Longwood, and
winter Springs have all adopted the agreement. Commissioner
Brender believes that Donna MacIntosh has possession of the
agreement and is hand carrying to the municipalities for
signatures.
5. New Business
A. Legislative Delegation Recommendations
Commissioner Eckstein requested that reform of the Sunshine
Law concerning ex parte communication be recommended, all members
agreed. Ms. Robinson suggested inviting the area delegates to the
January or February meeting of CALNO. Mayor Benson read a faxed
notice received that day from State Representative Lee Constantine
who is the acting Chairman of the Seminole County Legislative
Delegation, announcing that a meeting of the delegation will be
held at Seminole Community College on December 19, 1994.
Commissioner Eckstein requested that Representative Constantine be
invited to the next meeting to discuss legislative recommendations.
Motion by Commissioner Fernandez, seconded by
Councilperson Hagood to invite Representative Constantine
to a CALNO meeting annually to discuss legislative
recommendations. Motion carried by a unanimous voice
vote.
6. Reports from Members
Seminole County School Board
Ms. Robinson unfortunately had laryngitis and Commissioner
Brender assisted by repeating her remarks. Ms. Robinson reported
that it seems likely that the contract extension will not be
approved for construction of the new high school near Seminole
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Community College. The architectural design has been selected for
the new elementary school.
City of Lake Mary
Commissioner Brender announced that Builder's Square on Lake
Mary Blvd. will be closing December 9, 1994. The property is
currently owned by K-Mart and Costco has looked at the location.
There have been rumors that Sam's might also be interested in the
property. Commissioner Brender is studying and will be approaching
his Commission with the possibility of interstate zoning for Lake
Mary Blvd. because of the expansion of numerous fast food
restaurants. Lake Mary is also considering revising their code for
impervious surface area for buildable land size. Baskin Robbins
and Dunkin Donut have shown interest in an out parcel location on
the Home Depot site. Lennar Properties have begun clearing land
off Rinehart Road for 219 units, also Olympia Homes will be
constructing 290 homes in the area. Commissioner Brender has
discussed with Lennar the possibility of installation of fiber
optic conduit. Commissioner Brender explained that their Business
Advisory Board had streamlined the permitting/site plan process
from a 9/12 month process to 3/4 months.
City of Sanford
Commissioner Eckstein reported the Sanford Christmas Parade
will be held Saturday, December 10, 1994 at 3:00 p.m. Disney
characters will be featured.
City of Altamonte Springs
Commissioner Fernandez announced that Altamonte Springs will
be celebrating their 75th anniversary by featuring an array of
celebrations on a monthly basis for the next year. Commissioner
Fernandez also commented on her disappointment with Seminole
County's stormwater management program.
City of Casselberry
Commissioner McMullen explained that Seminole Plaza will be
submitting the demolition permits in January. Builder's Square
withdrew their site plan.
City of Oviedo
Commissioner Hagood said he has not received the decision on
volleyball as yet, hopefully they will hear something by the next
meeting. Wal-Mart had considered a site but the project was
canceled along with two other Central Florida sites.
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City of winter Springs
Commissioner Gennell said the art show was very successful.
Mayor Benson had attended and complimented Commissioner Gennell.
winter Springs is continuing to work with the county and state on
the development of SR 434 and Tuscawilla Blvd.
City of Longwood
Mayor Benson reported that Longwood's Arts & Craft show was
also very successful and explained that the Central Florida Society
for Historic Preservation hosts this event annually. Longwood's
annual Tree Lighting ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, December
10, 1994 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The event will feature local
choirs, crafts for the children, Santa, tree decorating and
lighting, and a rummage sale where all proceeds will go to needy
Longwood families. Mayor Benson also explained that the Teen Dance
Club was very successful and had even received out of state
inquiries about the project. Mayor Benson invited all to family
night line dancing held at the Teen Club on Saturdays.
Mayor Benson reported that Commissioner Warren suggested that
the January meeting be rescheduled to the second Wednesday, January
11, 1995. Oviedo will be the host city.
Motion by Commissioner Fernandez, seconded by
Councilperson Hagood to reschedule the meeting in January
to Wednesday, January 11, 1995. Motion passed by a
unanimous voice vote.
Ms. Robinson distributed pamphlets on a conference concerning
violence prevention in schools and requested that extra copies be
distributed to everyone's staff.
Motion to adjourn by Commissioner Eckstein, seconded by
Councilperson Hagood. Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 8: 18 p.m., the next meeting is
scheduled for Wednesday, January 11, 1995, at the City of Oviedo.
Respectfully Submitted by:
tJec ~ok.
Eva Neisler, Deputy City Clerk
City of Longwood