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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 10 13 Consent 212 Approval of the City Commission Workshop Minutes of September 17, 2008 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP SEPTEMBER 17,2008 CALL TO ORDER The Workshop of Wednesday, September 17, 2008 of the City Commission was called to Order by Mayor Bush at 6:03 p.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). Roll Call: Mayor John F. Bush, present Deputy Mayor Donald A. Gilmore, present Commissioner Robert S. Miller, present Commissioner Rick Brown, present Commissioner Sally McGinnis, present Commissioner Joanne M. Krebs, present City Manager Ronald W. McLemore, present City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese, absent A moment of silence was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. INFORMA TIONAL AGENDA IN FORMA TIONAL 100. Office Of The City Manager Budget Review. Mayor Bush opened the "Public Input" portion of the Agenda Item. Mr. John Hogan, 105 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented on Commissioners running for Election; and suggested the City try to reduce taxes for the citizens. Mr. Stuart Knoll, 201 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: as the President of the Arrowhead Homeowner's Association, Mr. Knoll commented on the Fire Assessment; paying more; wanted to see a reduction in the Millage; and suggested outsourcing to save citizen's money. ~-iJ... \3>0>-- ~-"'" );1"''''C~ ~~ '~ ~ t.~ t:::I CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP - SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 PAGE 2 OF 4 Mr. Arsenio Calle, 110 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented about a recent presentation on salary issues; and suggested the City Commission go back to 2005 levels. Ms. Avery Knoll, 201 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: also suggested outsourcing; commented on underachieving personnel; and offered to help raise money for Special Events. Mr. Corey Green, Winter Springs Firefighters:" commented on Winter Springs Firefighters having to pay for dependent insurance for the month of September. Mayor Bush remarked, "I think the Manager is going to have to look at the cost of this and come back to the Commission." City Manager Ronald W. McLemore said to Mr. Green, "I will be on the phone with them tomorrow and see what can be done and be back with the Commission with a recommendation." Ms. Jean Hovey, 549 Brookside Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: said this was not the right time for increased taxes and suggested the City Commission should listen to the citizens. Mr. Jay Alpert, 1151 Audobon Way, Maitland, Florida: as the Owner of the Belle Avenue Industrial Park, Mr. Alpert presented some documents related to Fire Consolidation and commented on higher Millage Rates. Mr. Fred Curtis, 714 Andover Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: as the President of the Georgetowne Homeowner's Association, Mr. Curtis commented on salary issues; and noted his support for the Police Department. Mayor Bush recognized former Commissioner Edward Martinez, Jr. Mr. Edward Martinez, Jr., 205 Little Creek Lane, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke on a previous Workshop; compression issues; and the Police Department. Mr. Mark Fischer, 1112 Winter Springs Boulevard, Winter Springs, Florida: representing the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Mr. Fischer commented on the relationship with the City; quality of life issues; the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra's support; and working together. Ms. Pam Carroll, 865 Dyson Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: commented favorably on the Police Department and noted her interest in keeping the Police Department; and suggested the City consider the offer from the citizen who under "Public Input" offered to assist with getting sponsorships for City Events. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP - SEPTEMBER 17,2008 PAGE30F4 Mr. Ron Ligthart, 1036 Winding Waters Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke on the issue of Pension Plans; noted that the market has shifted; and suggested that government needs to adjust. Chief of Police Daniel 1. Kerr, Police Department commented on the support for two (2) new Police Officers and stated, "Maybe we can make it another year without adding those people. I will constantly keep an eye on what's going on - if it looks like we're negatively impacted, perhaps at mid-year, if I have to come back to you." Furthermore, Chief Kerr noted, "I know the Fire Department has the one (1) employee that would require probably having to add that back into the Budget - and I forgot to mention this to the City Manager, but we do have right now, one (1) open spot in our non-sworn personnel in Records that perhaps - that would save that amount of money." Chief Kerr then said, "Perhaps we can move her into that spot." The "Public Input" portion of the Agenda Item was closed. City Manager Ronald W. McLemore addressed the audience on budget issues. Tape I/Side B Discussion then followed on the City Manager's suggested recommendations. Commissioner Rick Brown asked, "If you were to take your recommendation 1 or 2, along with the impact of the Seminole County Fire Tax and put it up against 2006, what does it look like?" Manager McLemore stated, "I'd have to run a calculation, Probably give me a few minutes." Next, Mayor Bush spoke of spreadsheets that he put together which was shown to those in attendance. Continuing this discussion, Mayor Bush stated, "I will be glad to share it with anybody who wants it. I will give it to the Clerk and she wi!! make you copies of it." Commissioner Sally McGinnis noted, "I would like a copy." Further discussion. Mayor Bush again opened "Public Input". Mr. Ron Ligthart, 1036 Winding Waters Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke on Millage Rates; per Capita numbers; and the economy. Ms. Avery Knoll, 201 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented on rolling back the Millage; underachieving personnel; community volunteers; and her willingness to assist with Tallahassee legislation issues. _...04 .~ CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP - SEPTEMBER 17,2008 PAGE 4 OF 4 Mr. Arsenio Calle, 110 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: mentioned increased taxes; and spoke on funding issues related to employees. Mayor Bush closed this "Public Input" portion of the Meeting. Commissioner McGinnis urged citizens to attend City Commission Meetings. Mayor Bush noted, "On the spreadsheets there, if you get a hold of the Clerk, she will provide them to you. And, if you need any explanation, you can call me." Further discussion. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Bush adjourned the City Commission Workshop at 7:31 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ANDREA LORENZO-LUACES, MMC CITY CLERK APPROVED: JOHN F. BUSH MAYOR NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the ,2008 Regular City Commission Meeting. t:::.1 CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 CALL TO ORDER The Workshop of Wednesday, September 17, 2008 of the City Commission was called to Order by Mayor Bush at 6:03 p.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). Roll Call: Mayor John F. Bush, present Deputy Mayor Donald A. Gilmore, present Commissioner Robert S. Miller, present Commissioner Rick Brown, present Commissioner Sally McGinnis, present Commissioner Joanne M. Krebs, present City Manager Ronald W. McLemore, present City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese, absent A moment of silence was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. INFORMATIONAL AGENDA INFORMATIONAL 100. Office Of The City Manager Buditet Review. Mayor Bush opened the "Public Input" portion of the Agenda Item. Mr. John Hogan, 105 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented on Commissioners running for Election; and suggested the City try to reduce taxes for the citizens. Mr. Stuart Knoll, 201 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: as the President of the Arrowhead Homeowner's Association, Mr. Knoll commented on the Fire Assessment; paying more; wanted to see a reduction in the Millage; and suggested outsourcing to save citizen's money. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP -SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 PAGE 2 OF 4 Mr. Arsenio Calle, 110 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented about a recent presentation on salary issues; and suggested the City Commission go back to 2005 levels. Ms. Avery Knoll, 201 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: also suggested outsourcing; commented on underachieving personnel; and offered to help raise money for Special Events. Mr. Corey Green, Winter Springs Firefighters: commented on Winter Springs Firefighters having to pay for dependent insurance for the month of September. Mayor Bush remarked, "I think the Manager is going to have to look at the cost of this and come back to the Commission." City Manager Ronald W. McLemore said to Mr. Green, "I will be on the phone with them tomorrow and see what can be done and be back with the Commission with a recommendation." Ms. Jean Hovey, 549 Brookside Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: said this was not the right time for increased taxes and suggested the City Commission should listen to the citizens. Mr. Jay Alpert, 11 Sl Audobon Way, Maitland, Florida: as the Owner of the Belle Avenue Industrial Park, Mr. Alpert presented some documents related to Fire Consolidation and commented on higher Millage Rates. Mr. Fred Curtis, 714 Andover Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: as the President of the Georgetowne Homeowner's Association, Mr. Curtis commented on salary issues; and noted his support for the Police Department. Mayor Bush recognized former Commissioner Edward Martinez, Jr. Mr. Edward Martinez, Jr., 205 Little Creek Lane, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke on a previous Workshop; compression issues; and the Police Department. Mr. Mark Fischer, 1112 Winter Springs Boulevard, Winter Springs, Florida: representing the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Mr. Fischer commented on the relationship with the City; quality of life issues; the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra's support; and working together. Ms. Pam Carroll, 865 Dyson Drive, Winter Springs, Florida: commented favorably on the Police Department and noted her interest in keeping the Police Department; and suggested the City consider the offer from the citizen who under "Public Input" offered to assist with getting sponsorships for City Events. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP -SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 PAGE 3 OF 4 Mr. Ron Ligthart, 1036 Winding Waters Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke on the issue of Pension Plans; noted that the market has shifted; and suggested that government needs to adjust. Chief of Police Daniel J. Kerr, Police Department commented on the support for two (2) new Police Officers and stated, "Maybe we can make it another year without adding those people. I will constantly keep an eye on what's going on - if it looks like we're negatively impacted, perhaps at mid-year, if I have to come back to you." Furthermore, Chief Kerr noted, "I know the Fire Department has the one (1) employee that would require probably having to add that back into the Budget - and I forgot to mention this to the City Manager, but we do have right now, one (1) open spot in our non-sworn personnel in Records that perhaps -that would save that amount of money." Chief Kerr then said, "Perhaps we can move her into that spot." The "Public Input" portion of the Agenda Item was closed. City Manager Ronald W. McLemore addressed the audience on budget issues. Tape 1/Side B Discussion then followed on the City Manager's suggested recommendations. Commissioner Rick Brown asked, "If you were to take your recommendation 1 or 2, along with the impact of the Seminole County Fire Tax and put it up against 2006, what does it look like?" Manager McLemore stated, "I'd have to run a calculation. Probably give me a few minutes." Next, Mayor Bush spoke of spreadsheets that he put together which was shown to those in attendance. Continuing this discussion, Mayor Bush stated, "I will be glad to share it with anybody who wants it. I will give it to the Clerk and she will make you copies of it." Commissioner Sally McGinnis noted, "I would like a copy." Further discussion. Mayor Bush again opened "Public Input ". Mr. Ron Ligthart, 1036 Winding Waters Circle, Winter Springs, Florida: spoke on Millage Rates; per Capita numbers; and the economy. Ms. Avery Knoll, 201 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: commented on rolling back the Millage; underachieving personnel; community volunteers; and her willingness to assist with Tallahassee legislation issues. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP -SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 PAGE 4 OF 4 Mr. Arsenio Calle, 110 Arrowhead Court, Winter Springs, Florida: mentioned increased taxes; and spoke on funding issues related to employees. Mayor Bush closed this "Public Input" portion of the Meeting. Commissioner McGinnis urged citizens to attend City Commission Meetings. Mayor Bush noted, "On the spreadsheets there, if you get a hold of the Clerk, she will provide them to you. And, if you need any explanation, you can call me." Further discussion. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Bush adjourned the City Commission Workshop at 7:31 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ~, A A ORENZO-LUACES, MMC CITY CLERK APPROVED: JC F. BUSH M OR NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the October 13, 2008 Regular City Commission Meeting.