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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987 10 26 City Commission Regular Minutes 87-88-2 REGULAR MEETING CITY COMMISSION CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS OCTOBER 26, 1987 The Regular Meeting of the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs, Florida, was called to order by Mayor John V. Torcaso at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call: Mayor John V. Torcaso, present Deputy Mayor William A. Jacobs, rpesent City Manager Richard Rozansky, present City Attorney Frank Kruppenbahcer, present Commissioners: Cindy Kaehler, present Arthur Hoffmann, present Philip A. Kulbes, present Martin Trencher, present The invocation was given by Commissioner Philip A. Kulbes. The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by Mayor John V. Torcaso. Motion was made by Commissioner Trencher to approve the minutes of Oct. 12, 1987. Seconded by Commissioner Kulbes. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Jacobs, aye; Commissioner Trencher, aye; Commissioner Kaehler, aye; Commissioner Hoffmann, aye; Commissioner Kulbes, aye; motion carried. Public Input: Mrs. Ruthanne Kulbes, Highlands, spoke about the need for a piano for the Senior Center. Motion was made by Commissioner Trencher to put on the Agenda the issue of pur- chasing a piano for the Senior Citizen Center. Seconded by Commissioner Kulbes. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Trencher, aye; Commissioner Kaehler, aye; Commissioner Hoffmann, aye; Commissioner Kulbes, aye; Commissioner Jacobs, aye; motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Trencher to authorize the City Manager to purchase up to $1,500 for a piano for the Senior Center. Seconded by Commissioner Kulbes. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Kaehler, aye; Commissioner Hoffmann, aye; Commissioner Kulbes, aye; Commissioner Jacobs, aye; Commissioner Trencher, aye; motion carried. Mrs. Helen Powell, Hacienda Village, spoke about a problem with the mail in Hacienda Village. Greenbriar Lane Extension - Final Engineering: Motion was made by Commissioner Kulbes, based on the recommendations of the Staff and City Engineer, to recommend approval of the final engineering plans for Greenbriar Lane extension. Seconded by Commissioner Jacobs. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Hoffmann, aye; Commissioner Kulbes, aye; Commissioner Jacobs, aye; Commissioner Trencher, aye; Commissioner Kaehler, aye; motion carried. Planning & Zoning Board Recommendations of Oct. 14, 1987: 1. Tuscawilla Unit 17-Final Development Plan, Preliminary Engineering Motion was made by Commissioner Kulbes, based on the recommendations of the Staff and the City Engineer and the Planning & Zoning Board to approve the final develop- ment plan, preliminary engineering of Tuscawilla Unit 17. Seconded by Commissioner Trencher. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Kulbes, aye; Commissioner Regular Meeting, City Commission, Oct. 26, 1987 Page 2 87-88-2 Jacobs, aye; Commissioner Trencher, aye; Commissioner Kaehler, aye; Commissioner Hoffmann, aye; motion carried. City Manager - Richard Rozansky: Report on Golf Tournament: Manager Rozansky reported that $3,469.96 was the total amount received and of that $2,135 was deposited in the Recreation Account and $1,334.96 was deposited in the Golf Account. For the workers and the donors, plaques of appreciation will be given. Coalition of Local Governments for equitable energy rates (Florida Power electric rates: Manager Rozansky reported that the cost to the City would be approximately $929.00 if we joined the Coalition. Mr. Keith Blandon of Florida Power Corporation was present and spoke to the Commission. He said that Florida Power is proposing a $62,000,000 growth rate reduction. Florida Power is also recommending the elimination of the municipal rate; however, only about 20% of the City's accounts are on that municipal rate. Mr. Blandon said this same type service the Coalition is recommending to the City is already availabe at Florida Power Corporation. All the City has to do is ask for it. Attorney Kruppenbacher recommended before the City join such a coalition, that he be given the opportunity to research their by-laws, etc. Report on acquisition of recreational property: The report was discussed and Manager Rozansky said he has instructed the Staff to go out and actively solicit property. Indian Ridge Patio Homes: There was discussion of the letter from Continental Funding. The issue of no capacity was discussed and whether or not the units should be condemned. Attorney Kruppenbacher said he would look at our Code to see if we have anything that covers this problem, and if not, he would draw up an ordinance and bring it back. Reports: Manager Rozansky said monthly reports have been distributed. As to the question of Miss Koch's property, Manager Rozansky said he could find no violation of the Code after his research. Discussion followed. Motion was made by Commissioner Kulbes that we accept the recommendation made by the City Manager and his Staff that there was no violation out there and that we drop this entire matter and get on with the business at hand. Seconded by Commissioner Kaehler. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Hoffmann, aye; Commissioner Kulbes, aye; Commissioner Jacobs, aye; Commissioner Trencher, aye; Commissioner Kaehler, aye; motion carried. Attorney Kruppenbacher said he attended a hearing on the impact fee ordinance. He said he would file an amended answer and seek to have all the cities join in one lawsuit. He also reported that he attended depositions on the State of Florida vs. Mr. Browning. Commission Seat I - Cindy Kaehler: Commissioner Kaehler asked the City Manager if we have the costs for paving the roads in the Ranchlands. Mayor Torcaso called a Workshop Meeting for November 16, 7:00 p.m. to discuss the costs of paving the roads in the Ranchlands. Regular Meeting, City Commission, Oct. 26, 1987 Page 3 87-88-3 Commission Seat II - Arthur Hoffmann: Commissioner Hoffmann asked if the wording to support the senior center has been placed on the water bills. Commission Seat III - Philip A. Kulbes: Commissioner Kulbes thanked Commissioner Kaehler for the outstanding job she did in representing the City at the Citizens Advisory Board meeting for the Charter Review for the County. Commissioner Kulbes reported the seniors have reorganized and have a new Chairman, Mr. Joe Genova who was introduced to the Commission. Mr. Genova gave a short report. Commission Seat IV - William A. Jacobs: Commissioner Jacobs spoke about the Senior Citizens Center. Commission Seat V - Martin Trencher: Commissioner Trencher said for the record: this Commission's position is that we have basically committed to look for a site and build a senior center provided there is enough activity from the community to actually make the center worth- while. We are committed to assist the seniors in any way we can as long as they build up the participation and become more active. Mayor's Office: Mayor Torcaso reported the Longwood/Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce held their luncheon at the Civic Center this date. On November 19th the Tri-County League will have their luncheon at the Civic Center. Meeting was adjourned 9:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~T~ Mary T. Norton, City Clerk Approved: r:J~ TORCASO ,MAYOR