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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 12 13 City Commission Regular Minutes 93-94-5 . REGULAR MEETING CITY COMMISSION CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS DECEMBER 13, 1993 ",. The Regular Meeting of the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs, Florida, was called to order by Mayor John F. Bush at 7:30 p.m. The Invocation was given by Pastor John Bluett, St. Stephen Catholic Community. The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by Deputy Mayor John V. Torcaso. Roll Call: Mayor John F. Bush, present Deputy Mayor John V. Torcaso, present City Manager John Govoruhk, present City Attorney Frank Krupenbacher, present Commissioners: John Ferring, present John Langellotti, present Cindy Gennell, present Cindy Kaehler, absent Approval of Amended Minutes of Nov. 8th and minutes of Nov. 22, 1993: Motion was made by Commissioner Ferring to approve the amended minutes of Nov. 8th and the minutes of Nov. 22, 1993. Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti, aye; discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Ferring to place on the agenda for first reading Ord. No. 554. Seconded by Commissioner Torcaso. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; motion carried. . Public Comment: Mayor Bush recessed the commission meeting and opened the meeting for public input. Mel Glickman, Aberdeen Court and president of the Highlands Homeowners Association, wished the best of luck to the new Mayor and new and incumbent commissioners. He also thanked ex-Mayor Kulbes and ex-Commissioner Jonas and ex-Commissioner Donnelly for their service to the City. He said he wanted to remind the Commission the Highlands is another large subdivision in Winter Springs and that they would expect the same special services maintenance, tax advantages, etc. that may be offered by the City to the other large subdivision. Moti Khemlani, president of the Tuscawilla Homeowners Association, spoke about the issue of Commissioner Kaehler. For the record, he read his letter as follows: Mayor John Bush, Commissioner John Torcaso, Commissioner John Ferring, Commissioner John Langellotti, Commissioner Cindy Gennell and Commissioner Cindy Kaehler: Dear Honorable Mayor and Commissioners: This is to request that you validate the legitimacy of Commissioner Kaehler's resident status in compliance with Article 4 of the City Charter. I had officially conveyed my request to City Manager John Govoruhk and City Attorney Frank Kruppenbacher on Monday, December 6, 1993. They informed me that they would look into the matter and let me know. As of this day, I have not been advised of Commissioner Kaehelr's resident status. Please give this matter your most urgent attention and ensure that Commissioner Kaehler is eligible for her Commission seat at the next meeting on Monday, December 13, 1993, so as to protect the City from any legal challenge and associated cost to the taxpayers resulting from her actions. Sincerely, Moti Khemlani. . . Regular Meeting, City Commission, Dec. 13, 1993 Page 2 93-94-5 Attorney Kruppenbacher explained that Commissioner Kaehler has made every effort to appropriately and legally handle this matter. Out of respect to Commissioner Kaehler, Attorney Kruppenbacher said he did not think it appropriate to give an opinion in her absence. He said he would give a report at the next meeting. George Seely, 211 Birch Terrace, questioned Mr. Khem1ani's concern. Harold Scott, Swan Street, questioned Mr. Khem1ani's motive regarding this issue. Mayor Bush closed the public meeting and reconvened the Commission Meeting. Public Hearing and second reading of Ord. No. 551, establishing a fee to be paid each member of a board appointed by the City Commission, etc.: Attorney Kruppenbacher read Ord. No. 551 by title only on second reading. Mayor Bush recessed the Commission Meeting and opened the public hearing. Mr. Art Hoffmann, who as Chairman of the Code Enforcement Board had canvassed the Board for their recommendations. They recommended the amount be changed to $25.00, and only for those scheduled meetings that the board member attends. There were no further comments. Mayor Bush closed the public hearing and reconvened the Commission Meeting. . Motion was made by Commissioner Ferring to amend Ord. No. 551 to reflect the change where it reads the sum of $15.00 for each meeting of the board the person attends as reimbursement to the sum of $25.00 for each meeting of the board the person attends. Seconded by Commissioner Lange110tti. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Lange110tti, aye; Commissioner Genne11, no; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Ferring to read Ord. No. 551 as amended by title only. Seconded by Commissioner Torcaso. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Genne11, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Lange110tti, aye; motion carried. Attorney Kruppenbacher read Ord. No. 551 by title only on first reading. Attorney Kruppenbacher said this is to be readvertised for a second public hearing which will be the last meeting in January at the $25.00 rate. Chelsea Parc Phase II-Acceptance of Improvements (Water & Sewer System): Don LeBlanc, Land Development Coordinator, explained the Commission has received his package and the engineer has checked everything. The only thing the City is responsible for is the water and sewer. Acceptance of improvements will authorize certificates of occupancy to be issued. Mayor Bush recessed the Commission Meeting and opened the meeting for public input. There was no public input. Mayor Bush closed the public input and reconvened the Commission Meeting. Motion was made by Commissioner Ferring to accept the improvements (Water & Sewer System) in Chelsea Parc Phase II. Seconded by Commissioner Torcaso. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Lange110tti, aye; Commissioner Genne11y, aye; motion carried. . . Regular Meeting, City Commission, Dec. 13, 1993 Page 3 93-94-5 Authorization to sign Purchase Agreement-Taking Municipal Property (City Hall- SR 434 Right of Way): Commissioner Ferring explained this has to do with the widening of SR 434. He said the City Manager very astutely has negotiated the appraisal of 'the property that the State could ordinarily take under eminent domain, and also all of the relocating of the drains and the sewer systems and signs and whatever else has to be done will be done by the State at the State's cost. Commissioner Ferring asked the City Manager to pursue signalization in this area because the traffic is getting worse for the residents of Seminole Pines and for people entering and exiting City Hall. Manager Govoruhk said he would pursue signalization. He said the City is to be reimbursed $5,480 for the surveys made several years ago. Motion was made by Commissioner Torcaso to approve the authorization to sign the purchase agreement by the City Manager. Seconded by Commissioner Gennell. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; motion carried. Fire Station No.2-Approval of Final Engineering: The Land Development Coordinator explained this is for the demolition of the fire station and the building of a new fire station and because this is in a Planned Unit Development the Commission has to approve it. . Commissioner Ferring said SWOP has expressed an extreme interest in the old fire station. He said they would like to put the building on their premises where they work with the handicapped. Commissioner Ferring asked if we could do something for them. Mayor Bush recessed the Commission Meeting and opened the meeting for public input. Terry Zaudtke, explained as president of the Board, said they are pursuing several avenues and he said they appreciate the Commission's support. Mr. Zaudtke said SWOP has received a $50,000 grant from United Parcel Service for the work they do. Mayor Bush then closed public input and reconvened the Commission Meeting. Motion was made by Commissioner Torcaso for approval of final engineering for Fire Station No.2. Seconded by Commissioner Gennell. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; motion carried. First Reading of Ord. No. 553, amending the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Winter Springs adopted by Ord. No. 513; amending the Future Land Use Element, the Traffic Circulation Element, and the Future Land Use Map, etc.: Motion was made by Commissioner Gennell to read Ord. No. 553 by title only on first reading. Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; motion carried. . Attorney Kruppenbacher read Ord. No. 553 by title only on first reading. . Regular Meeting, City Commission, Dec. 13, 1993 Page 4 93-94-5 Motion was made by Commissioner Ferring to read Ord. No. 554, amending Sec. 14-52 of the Code of Winter Springs, by title only on first reading. Seconded by Commissioner Torcaso. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; motion carried. Attorney Kruppenbacher read Ord. No. 554 by title only on first reading. Resolution No. 721, amending Res. No. 704, the Solid Waste Collection Rate Resolution, etc. Resolution No. 722, regarding subordination of Certain Easement Rights, Parcel No. 133.4; Seciton 77070-2516, S.R. 434, etc.: Resolution No. 723, expressing appreciation for the dedication and hard work of Philip A. Kulbes, etc.: Resolution No. 724, expressing appreciation for the dedication and hard work of Don Jonas,etc.: Resolution No. 725, expressing appreciation for the dedication and hard work of Terri Donnelly; Motion was made by Commissioner Langellotti to read Resolution Nos. 721, 722, 723, 724 and 725 by title only. Seconded by Commissioner Gennell. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; motion carried. . Attorney Kruppenbacher read Resolution Nos. 721, 722, 723, 724, 725 and Resolution No. 726, supplementing the Personnel Policy of the City establishing official holidays for the Calendar Year 1994, etc. Motion was made by Commissioner Langellotti, seconded by Commissioner Ferring to adopt Resolution No. 721. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Gennell to adopt REsoltuion No. 722. Seconded by Commissioner Torcaso. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; motion carried. Mayor Bush said Resolution No. 723, honoring Phil Kulbes, who served the City as commissioner, mayor and board member. He said Mr. Kulbes has given a lot of his time to the citizens of Winter Springs and we are all appreciative of his efforts and his persistence in making Winter Springs an even better place to live and work. Motion was made by Commissioner Gennell to adopt Resolution No. 723. Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; motion carried. Mayor Bush said Resolution No. 724, honoring Don Jonas, who served as a commissioner for three years. He said his unique style and presentation will make him a commissioner that will be long remembered in this City. He said Mr. Jonas has served the City well and deserves appreciation of the citizens. . Motion was made by Commissioner Ferring, seconded by Commissioner Torcaso to adopt Resolution No. 724 expressing appreciation for the dedication and hard work to Don Jonas. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner . . . Regular Meeting, City Commission, Dec. 13, 1993 Page 5 93-94-5 Mayor Bush said Resolution No. 725 honoring Commissioner Donnelly who served as a Commissioner for three years as well as serving on one of the boards. 'He said her input and contributions to our City are worthy of this recognition from the citizens and this Commission. Motion was made by Commissioner Gennell to accept Resoltuion No. 725. Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Gennell to accept Resolution No. 726 (supplementing the Personnel Policy of the City, establishing official holidays for 1994). Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; motion carried. City Manager John Govoruhk: Manager Govoruhk reported Conklin, review the Stormwater Master Plan. 1994. Porter & Holmes have requested a Workshop to Mayor Bush called the Workshop for January 17, Manager Govoruhk reminded the Commission that Morrison Homes would present their check to the City for $8,000 on Dec. 15, 1993 for future tennis courts and he gave the credit to Don LeBlanc. Attorney Kruppenbacher recommended the Commission have an executvie session regarding collective bargaining with the union that represents the rank and file of the police officers. Mayor Bush called the Executive Session for the Mayor, Commission, Police Chief, City Manager and City Attorney for 7:00 p.m. on January 17, 1994. Then the Stormwater Workshop will start at 8:30 p. m. Commission Seat I - John V. Torcaso: Motion was made by Commissioner Gennell to place on the Agenda election of Deputy Mayor. Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; motion carried. Commissioner Gennell nominated Commissioner Torcaso for Deputy Mayor. Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti. There were no other nominations. Vote: Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; motion carried. Commission Seat II - John L. Ferring: Commissioner Ferring thanked the residents that have attended this evening. He said it is an honor to serve as a commissioner and he will strive to do everything he can to better this community. Commission Seat III - John Langellotti: Motion was made by Commissioner Langellotti to appoint Art Hoffmann to the P&Z Board. Seconded by Commissioner Ferring. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; motion carried. . Regular Meeting, City Commission, Dec. 13, 1993 Page 6 93-94-5 Commissioner Langellotti said he would make his appointment to the Board of Trustees at the next meeting. He thanked everyone for the support given to him for the past two months. He asked if anything has been done about sweeping the streets. Commission Seat IV - Cindy Gennell: Commissioner Gennell said she has a meeting set for December in the conference room for the YMCA to give a presentation. with the City Manager and Parks & Recreation Director to see regarding summer recreation programs. 29, Wednesday, 1:00 p. m. They are going to talk if they can work together Commissioner Gennell spoke about her letter to have the City Manager contact the undeveloped commercial property owners and invite them for a Workshop. After discussion, it was decided at the joint meeting which is to be held with all the Board it could be discussed at that time. Commissioner Gennell suggested having town hall meetings several times a year. A town hall meeting is to be held in March on a Saturday morning. Mayor's Office: Mayor Bush appointed Frank Kruppenbacher as the Attorney for the City of Winter Springs. Motion was made by Commissioner Langellotti to ratify the appointment of Frank Kruppenbacher as City Attorney for the City of Winter Springs. Seconded by Commissioner Gennell. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; motion carried. . Mayor Bush recommended Mary Norton be appointed City Clerk. Motion was made by Commissioner Torcaso to ratify the appointment of Mary Norton as City Clerk. Seconded by Commissioner Langellotti. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Torcaso, aye; Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; motion carried. Motion was made by Commissioner Gennell to read Resolution No. 727 (approving Robert's Rules of Order) by title only. Seconded by Commissioner Torcaso. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; motion carried. Attorney Kruppenbacher read Resolution No. 727 by title only. Mayor Bush appointed Attorney Kruppenbacher as parliamentarian. Motion was made by Commissioner Langellotti to adopt Resolution No. 727. Seconded by Commissioner Gennell. Discussion. Vote on the motion: Commissioner Ferring, aye; Commissioner Langellotti, aye; Commissioner Gennell, aye; Commissioner Torcaso, aye; motion carried. Attorney Kruppenbacher and Mary Norton were sworn in by Mayor Bush. Mayor Bush said he would like to see the new high school be a magnet for the environmental sciences. Mayor Bush was given approval by the Commission to look into this matter. He said he would report back at the next meeting. . Mayor Bush reported since he was sworn in he has attended the School Impact Fee Committee Meeting and also a meeting of the Friends of Lake Jessup. He also attended a meeting of the private Business Association of Seminole County. . Regular Meeting, City Commission, Dec. 13, 1993 Page 7 93-94-5 Charles Holzman, S. Fairfax Ave., spoke about lack of standards after the certificates of occupancy are issued. Meeting was adjourned 9:45 p. m. Respectfully submitted, ~7~ Mary T. Norton, City Clerk Approved: '7~ ,MAYOR . .