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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 11 01 Minutes COUNCIL OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN SEMINOLE COUNTY NOVEMBER 1, 1995 The Council of Local Governments in Seminole County held a meeting on Wednesday, November 1, 1995 at 7: 00 p.m., City of Longwood Commission Chambers, 175 W. Warren Avenue, Longwood, Florida. MEMBERS PRESENT commissioner Iris Benson, Longwood, Chairperson Commissioner Gary Brender, Lake Mary Commissioner Whitey Eckstein, Sanford Commissioner Pat Fernandez, Altamonte Springs Commissioner Cindy Gennell, winter Springs Board Member Barbara Kuhn, Seminole County School Board Commissioner Earl McMullen, Casselberry MEMBERS ABSENT Councilman Tom Hagood Jr., Oviedo commissioner Pat Warren, Seminole County Commission GUESTS Sheriff Donald Eslinger Representative Lee Constantine Mrs. Kim Constantine Glenn Merchant, Aide to Rep. Constantine Commissioner Carl Robertson, Casselberry Mayor Bill Winston, Longwood Commissioner Annamarie Vacca, Longwood W. Shelton Smith, City Administrator, Longwood Geraldine D. Zambri, City Clerk, Longwood CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Benson at 7:10 p.m., followed by a moment of silent meditation and Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Commissioner McMullen, seconded by Commissioner Fernandez, to approve the October 11, 1995 as submitted. Motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. TREASURER'S REPORT Commissioner Brender reported that the $100.00 check for the band festival had not cleared the bank, therefore the balance remained at $756.66. PROGRAM SHERIFF DONALD ESLINGER, SEMINOLE HOPE PROGRAM After introduction by Chairman Benson, Sheriff Eslinger distributed Seminole Hope brochures to CALNO members and guests. Sheriff Eslinger explained that the goal of the program was to educate the communities as to the services that are available to them. Currently a resource manual is being developed listing the service/agency and the location to obtain specific assistance. Commissioner Benson and Dr. Kuhn supplied lists of services available under their respective agencies and within their jurisdiction's. Commissioner Gennell explained that her staff would be forwarding a list to the Sheriff and Commissioner Eckstein had mailed his list of services to Dr. Kuhn. Commissioner McMullen suggested that members duplicate their list of services and bring to the December meeting for distribution. The members expressed their appreciation to Sheriff Eslinger and commended the Seminole Hope program. THE HONORABLE LEE CONSTANTINE, FLORIDA STATE REPRESENTATIVE Chairman Benson introduced Representative Constantine. Representative Constantine explained that he had personally served as a member of CALNO for twelve years and was especially pleased with the invitation to address the council. Representative Constantine explained that legislation will enact more severe penalties for car jacking, which has become a very serious problem. Also the promotion of sheriff and local police departments to have inmates provide services. Representative Constantine stated that he has a strong commitment to bring local decisions back to the local communities. He feels very strongly that decisions need to be made at the local school board level for their particular community needs. The members of CALNO and Representative Constantine continued with a general discussion of local and state level problems and needs. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ~)Q~5 J .' "- J)'I' ,1 Gl~) (,I commissioner Gennell passed around a sample pen as discussed as a possible promotional item. The cost for seventy-five pens would be Sft.99 each. Dr. Kuhn showed a promotional pen from the Seminole County School Board that cost approximately $1.50 each and came in a gift box. Motion by Dr. Kuhn, seconded by Commissioner Gennell, that if the gift box pens could be purchased for the same cost of $1.50 as purchased by the Seminole County School Board, that an order of 100 be placed by Dr. Kuhn. Motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. Dr. Kuhn requested that the minutes reflect that a list of services be provided by each member at the next meeting for Seminole Hope. Chairman Benson stated that she would have it placed on the December agenda. NEW BUSINESS commissioner Fernandez distributed a letter requesting CALNO appoint a replacement for the seat currently held by Councilman Hagood on the Tourist Development Council. Commissioner Brender nominated Commissioner Benson as the CALNO appointment for the Tourist Development Council, pending her reappointment to CALNO by the City of Longwood. Commissioner Earl McMullen was selected as an al ternate appointment. Nomination seconded by Dr. Kuhn. Nominations approved by a unanimous voice vote. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS SANFORD commissioner Eckstein stated that the new mall was opened and was well received by the community. In addition, the Lynx system would be giving service to the area. Commissioner Eckstein also stated that a survey by the City found that it would be a cost savings to have the courthouse remain in Sanford. LONGWOOD commissioner Benson announced that a portion of Wilma Street would be paved in brick from the proceeds of the engraved brick sales. Longwood has chosen to opt out of the Florida Retirement System and is in the process of adopting a salary incentive plan. The Business Advisory Council has established a monthly beautification award for attractive properties and the first recipient was Ed Thomas Insurance Agency on SR 434. LAKE MARY commissioner Brender explained that flooding in the Timacuan area was still a problem. CASSELBERRY Commissioner McMullen announced that a Steak n' Shake would be opening on the Target property. Also the newspaper reported incorrectly on the CRA work session, the vote was three/two to forward the proposal to the County for approval. commissioner McMullen responded to Commissioner Fernandez that Casselberry charged more for non-resident water customers. Commissioner McMullen stated that he hoped that the Longwood City commission would reappointment Commissioner Benson to CALNO. Motion by Commissioner Gennell that CALNO adopt a policy that it would be desirable for representatives to have longevi ty for purposes of continuity. Seconded by Commissioner McMullen. Motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. commissioner Benson thanked her peers for their support. ALTAMONTE SPRINGS commissioner Fernandez reported that Altamonte Springs will begin their own emergency transport system on January 15, 1996. There will be a user fee administered by a third party billing service. No further information concerning a baseball team. The second annual Halloween festival was held last night and was very successful. Also the 75th Anniversary Parade will be held Saturday, November 11, 1995. WINTER SPRINGS The city manager's position has been narrowed down to six candidates. A visionary work shop was held. Highlands Elementary will be the first two-story school in the county upon completion. Although, Commissioner Gennell stated uneasiness in that it was a metal structure. winter Springs Art Festival will be held December 2 & 3, 1995. SEMINOLE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD Dr. Kuhn stated that year round schools have not been totally abandoned. Dr. Kuhn also spoke briefly of the recent tragedy at Lake Howell High School. ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Eva Neisler, Deputy City Clerk City of Longwood Expanded sections to the November 1, 1995 minutes as requested by CALNO members at the December 6, 1995 meeting: PROGRAM THE HONORABLE LEE CONSTANTINE, FLORIDA STATE REPRESENTATIVE Representati ve Constantine stated he was one of a nine member education appropriations committee that is challenged to find more ways to provide resources for education. Commissioner Gennell questioned a bill pending that restricts lottery money. Representative Constantine explained the funds go to an enhancement program for education. The percentage of the general budget that goes to education has risen and hopefully this trend will continue. Representative Constantine also stated that past enhancements have been social programs, not educational. Commissioner Eckstein commended Representative Constantine on the ex parte communication legislation recently passed. Representative Constantine reported there has been objection in the Senate concerning partial year assessments. Education is needed, currently it is not understood that it is not a tax increase. Also, he believes that property appraisers collectively must be willing to have partial year assessments. commissioner Brender questioned the transfer of block grants to the state level, asking if more bureaucracy would be given to the state and if new departments would need to be established to handle. Representative Constantine replied that no new departments would be needed and feels that the state could deliver the service more economically than the federal government. Representative Constantine complimented the Florida League of cities on doing a good job representing local government. REPORTS FROM MEMBERS CASSELBERRY commissioner Gennell agreed with Commissioner McMullen that Commissioner Benson should be reappointed to CALNO. She continued by commenting that term longevity of the members of CALNO is very important in order to support and foster their goals.