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10-04-1976 - Regular (..) CJ CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER REGULAR MEETING HELD October 4, 1976 ~:; ~ f?:' €':'",'l :- . . '.J,.,.: ,. .... ..... ,'In.,- D ' "'1.' ~ ' OJ r 1,;''' ".~,1:HJ:.J [:.':.;.:.3 ii A~ -= ~'ij iJ Sa Mayor Armstrong called the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Edgewater to order Monday, October 4, 1976 at 7:30 P.M. ROLL CALL: Mayor Dana T. Armstrong Councilwoman Ryta F. Webber Councilman William H. Cairnie Councilman Walter B. Sikes Councilman Calvin R. Dietz City Attorney Judson I. Woods City Clerk Sue Blackwell . Police Chief Earl Baugh Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Present INVOCATION SALUTE TO FLAG APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Councilman Cairnie made a motion to approve the minutes September 9 and 13, being seconded by Councilman Sikes. said motion CARRIED. Councilwoman Webber voting No, on was absent, and Councilman Dietz voting No, on the 9th, of the meetings held UDon roll call vote the 13th, since she since he was absent. BILLS AND ACCOUNTS: The City Clerk read the list of bills in the General Fund account, and answered several questions about these bills. The City Clerk read the list of bills in the Water and Sewer account, and answered several questions about these bills. Councilman Dietz made a motion to pay the bills, being seconded by Council- woman Webber. Upon roll call vote said motion CA~RIED, 5-0. COMMUNICATIONS: The City Clerk read a confirmation from Lawton Chiles for use of the Community Center to meet with people who are having difficulties with Federal agencies. The City Clerk read a letter from Rob't H. Matthews, Attorney at Law stating that the Declaratory Judgment against the City of Edgewater has not been disposed of and that the case will come up for trial in October. Tape 1-B The City Clerk read a notification from the Volusia Council of Governments of a meeting of the Police Committee of the Volusia Coastal Area Transportation Study on Wednesday, October 13,1976 at 1:00 p.m. in Daytona Beach. Mayor Armstrong commented that it is very important that we be represented at this meeting. Q o The City Clerk read a letter from Briley, Wild in regard to the Public Works Employment Act of 1976. The letter explained that they have re- viewed Edgewater Water Improvements Program regarding the eligibility and possibility for funding under the EDA Title 1 part of the act. A list was included in the letter, explaining how they have determined that in accordance with the present regulations, the project is eligible and has good potential of funding. Rick Fernandez spoke to the Council about the specifics of the project, and introduced Don Wanstall, who sppke to the Council about the application. He explained that each project must stand on its own. Rick Fernandez answered several questions about the engineering responsibi- lities and the costs. He explained that they would not do any engineering design work at all until the grant was approved then this would be taken care of by the Federal Government. Councilman Sikes stated that there should be no misunderstanding; the application fees will have to be paid by the City, and we are taking the chance that we may loose that money. Mr. Wanstall spoke to the Council about the application fees and paper- work. The application fee is $2,500.00. He answered several questions about this paperwork. Mayor Armstrong spoke about this, he stated that he does not like to gamble and that is what we are doing with $2,500.00. He asked Mr. Wanstall what he would say our chances are of getting the funding. Mr. Wanstall stated that from the projects that he is familar with the City of Edgewater's chances are probably better than the majority of them. He said that it is a commendable project and is certainly worth EDAls consideration. He added that he could not justify giving a percentage, however he will say that the chances are better than average. He explained that promptness is of great importance. Mr. Wanstall also answered questions from the audience. Councilman Cairnie made a motion that we give Briley, Wild approval to make the application, being seconded by Councilwoman Webber. Upon roll call vote said motion CARRIED, 5-0. AUDIENCE MISCELLANEOUS: None RESOLUTIONS: None ORDINANCES: ORD. NO. 965 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $25,314.00 TO BE RECEIVED BY THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA FOR THE SEVENTH ENTITLEMENT PERIOD, JULY 1, 1976 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1976, FROM GENERAL REVENUE SHARING TO BE USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF STREET PAVING AND IMPROVEMENTS, REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Attorney Woods read the first reading of this Ordinance in full. Councilwoman Webber made a motion to adopt this Ordinance, being seconded by Councilman Cairnie. Upon roll call vote said motion CARRIED, 5-0. -2- ~ o OLD BUSINESS: Attorney Woods stated that he has been notified of a Hearing in the Patrick Wilson's case, for October 13, at 9 A.M. in the Courtroom in Daytona Beach. He stated that there will probably be subpoenas issued, however he would like the Council present anyway. There was some discussion about the Humane Society funds. We have put more in the budget for this coming year than we had in last year, however it is still not quite what they are asking for. NEW BUSINESS: There was some discussion about Joseph G. Chamberlain (kirby's Restaurant) filing for bankruptcy. It was agreed that our attorney should file a claim in regard to this. MISCELLANEOUS: Councilwoman Webber opened a discussion about the Board of Adjustments. She also discussed the length of the terms. She said that she feels we should go back to the one year terms for every board member. Mayor Armstrong explained that we will have to have another Ordinance to change this. Councilman Cairnie stated that the purpose for the staggered terms was so that there would always be an experienced person on the boards. It was explained that the Board of Adjustments needs two appointments. Councilman Cairnie made a motion that Mrs. Murphy be reappointed for a three year term, being seconded by Councilwoman Webber. Upon roll call vote said motion CARRIED, 5-0. Councilwoman Webber made a motion that Mr. Millard be reappointed for a three year term, being seconded by Councilman Dietz. Upon roll call vote said motion CARRIED, 5-0. Councilman Cairnie made a motion that the attorney draw up a Resolution with both of those names on it for the Board of Adjustments, being seconded by Councilwoman Webber. Upon roll call vote said motion CARRIED, 5-0. The Fire Department was commended for the nice trophey they won at the Field Day Event in ~aytona Beach. Councilman Sikes stated that it has been brought to his attention that we do not have enough wall outlets. Councilman Cairnie spoke on this too. Councilman Sikes stated that he was talking with one of the Police Officers from New Smyrna about the cars that they have, which are just like the ones we went out for bids on. He stated that it was brought to his attention that they have the tilt steering wheels in their cars, and he feels that this would be a good idea. Chief Baugh agreed that it would be a good safety prevention. Councilman Sikes made a motion that we authorize Higgenbotham to install the tilt steering wheels into the three new police cars, being seconded by Council- woman Webber. Upon roll call vote said motion CARRIED, 4-1. Mayor Armstrong voting NO. -3- ~ o Councilman Dietz asked Mayor Armstrong if his paving program is coming along now so that the men can get some work done on the streets in the Florida Shores area. Mrs. Turner asked if there is anything that we can do about the speed limit on U.S.I? Mayor Armstrong explained that this is the responsibility of the Department of Transportation. Mayor Armstrong stated that we have a sample Ordinance from Mr. Gillespie. He said that he found three places in Edgewater where more than one family is living in the same home, and he would not recommend this Ordinance at the present time. We do have a Nuisance Ordinance that will probably apply in these cases. If there is an indication in the future that this will be a problem, he will refer it to the Council and perhaps we can take action then. Mayor Armstrong stated that he looked into the situation of the gasoline and the road equipment, dump trucks and so on. These trucks will use regular gas. We will get the specifications ready on these trucks in the next week or two. Mayor Armstrong stated that there has been a problem brought to his attention. The City bought and paid for Mr. Ream's license as an LCO. He said that it states on the license each year that it should be dis- played in a conspicuous place. Mr. Kuyk ordered Mr. Ream to remove his license from the plant, and he would like for Mr. Dietz to find out why. Councilman Dietz stated that Mr. Ream is not a qualified C operator. He explained that the whole plant has been changed, and Mr. Ream is well aware of the fact that he is not capable to do the work. Mayor Armstrong asked if Mr. Kuyk has a Class C Operator's license? Councilman Dietz stated that he does. Mayor Armstrong asked where it is posted? Councilman Dietz stated that he does not know. Tape 3-8 Mayor Armstrong stated that the Council never authorized Mr. Kuyk to be general supervisor of the system in Edgewater, he was hired as lead operator of the Water Plant. Councilman Dietz stated that Mr. Kuyk was recommended on his ability and he is doing a beautiful job. Councilman Cairnie stated that he is confused, and he would like to know who is superintendent of the Water Plant? Councilman Dietz stated that Mr. Kuyk is the lead operator. He added that Mr. Kuyk was not appointed superintendent of anything, however he has assumed the duties of the Water Plant supervision and also the supervision of the Sewer Plant which has been advantageous to the City. He added that we have limited the over time and we have happy men who are getting the work done. There was more conversation again about Mr. Ream's license being removed. Councilman Dietz stated that it is not a valid license, and Mr. Ream is not upset about it. He asked Mr. Ream if that license not being on the wall bothered him? Mr. Ream answered No. -4- '-' Q ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Sikes made a motion to adjourn, being seconded by Councilman Dietz. Said motion CARRIED. MINUTES TAKEN BY: Sue Blackwell Debbie Sigler ATTEST: i~~ ~ Approved th is It - day of ~ -5- (.) GENERAL FUND: City of Edgewater WW & SS John Maloughney Southern Bell City of Edgewater, Gen. Fund Mac Smith Rental Carl Copeland Marlin P. Logan Bobby McFarl and Sigurd Ohrwall Pete Realmuto Ron Collett Williams Welding Dwights Burns Janitor Service Magnolia Motor Company Florida Concrete Pipe, Inc. Industrial Office Outfitters New Smyrna Commercial Printing New Smyrna Chrysler Plymouth R.E. Morris Diversified Electronics Orlando Paving Company Scotty I s Xerox McRoberts Tires National Chemsearch Smyrna Auto Parts Judson I. Woods WATER AND SEWER: City of Edgewater WW & SS Sou thern Bell Paul Ream Don Kuyk Coastal Office Machines Sav-On Utility Supplies Eagle Discount Store New Smyrna Commercial Printing Electrical Construction Co. Scientific Products A 11 State Pi pe National Chemsearch Hughes Supply City of Edgewater Gen. Fund C,) BILLS AND ACCOUNTS October 4, 1976 Street, Ballpark P.O. City Hall, Fi re Petty Cash Street Street Street Street Street P.O. Street Street City Hall City Hall Landfi 11 Street City Hall City Hall, P.O. P.O. Street Street Street P.O. City Ha 11 Street Street Street City Attorney 8.25 20.00 536.29 48.71 4.48 25.50 8.10 7.00 18.00 51.00 3.69 65.59 4.14 55.20 120.08 240.00 8.45 42.00 14.00 3.31 67.25 67.93 6.98 56.00 110.10 1 77 . 00 11 .15 18.75 1,798.95 Sewer Sewer Water Water Water and Sewer Water Sewer Water Sewer Sewer Water Water and Sewer Water Water and Sewer 5.50 18.58 11.34 30.99 28.50 12.43 115.52 20.00 246.56 1,736.30 24.95 943.75 1 ,163.53 500.00 4,857.95