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02-03-1992 - Regular ..... ~ CITY COUNCIL OF EDGEWATER REGULAR MEETING February 3, 1992 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wessler called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Community Center. ROLL CALL Mayor Tanya Wessler Councilman Kirk Jones Councilperson Louise Martin Councilperson NoraJane Gillespie Councilman Michael Hays City Attorney Krista Storey City Manager George McMahon Acting City Manager Fred Munoz City Clerk Susan Wadsworth Police Chief Lawrence Schumaker Present Present Present Present Present Present Excused Present Excused Present INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Reverend Miracle from the Friendship Baptist Church delivered the invocation. There was a pledge of allegiance to the Flag. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meetinq of Januarv 15, 1992 Councilman Hays moved for approval. Councilperson Martin seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 4-0. Councilperson Gillespie stated she was excused from that meeting. AWARD OF CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION Councilman Hays presented Mr. Robert Poland with a certificate of appreciation for his hard work and contribution of wooden toys for the children during Christmas. Mayor Wessler presented Janet Ptaszek with a certificate of appreciation for her hard work and outstanding service with the Fire/Rescue. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mr. Art Wheeler, 211 Meadowlake Drive, apologized to the Council for making the statement previously that he had spoken with all the residents of the project; he did in fact speak to the majority of the residents and they're willing to put funds into the cul-de-sac. Mr. Stan Livengood of Raymond James & Associates presented documentation to the Council. He understood he had been removed from the Council agenda and did not expect any discussion to take place. He stated this is their best effort to provide a record of their services and he would be happy to discuss the contents at a later date. Mr. Edward Keenan, President of the United Taxpayers of Edgewater, presented a written statement to the Council. He spoke regarding the expense of the City supplying water and sewer to the Daytona Beach Community College. He also questioned the possible environmental problems concerning the Industrial Park Area. He urged the Council to use more scrutiny and research especially where there are viable alternatives. Councilman Jones, Councilman Hays and Mayor Wessler all assured Mr. Keenan these issues are being researched thoroughly and the city has not entered into any agreement to pay for the utility lines to Daytona Beach Community College. Mayor Wessler added the Industrial Development Board has done a lot of research and work regarding the Industrial Park Area; she suggested perhaps Mr. Keenan would apply to join the Industrial Development Board. ....." ..., Mr. Mark Karet, City Community Development Director, confirmed there is no agreement for the lines at Daytona Beach Community College. He explained the location for the Industrial Park has been researched and the I-95 suggestion was looked into but due to that being the location of the new well field, it was eliminated. councilperson Gillespie reminded everyone that the city has been working with the County on this. Mr. Joe Martin, Chairman of the Industrial Development Board, stated the board looked into the I-95 location and it is correct that the well field determination eliminated it as a choice. He invited all interested citizens to attend the Industrial Development Board meetings to learn what they are working on. Mr. Mario Diorio, 1823 Evergreen Drive, spoke of his concern regarding the treatment of the Code Board members and the City Attorney during their last meeting. He suggested a sergeant at arms should attend to control the heckling and disruptions caused by those in attendance. He informed Council of a possible violation in his neighborhood, where a vehicle has been parked on City property and has not been moved for at least six months. He asked that this be looked into. He also requested Evergreen be considered for blacktopping. CONSENT AGENDA cancelling reqular scheduled meetinq of Monday, February 17, 1992, due to Presidents Day holiday: Police chief's recommendation to award bids for weapons to Bucks Gun Rack for $10,475.15 and for leather to Lawmens & Shooters Supply for $2,585.05: Fire Chief's request to purchase SCBA repair/test equipment, three 60-min. SCBA tanks, and three 30-min. SCBA tanks from National Dreaqer for total cost of $4,200.95: Confirminq membership on Veterans Park Advisory committee: Authorization for city Manaqer to siqn Florida Municipal Self Insurers Fund Larqe Member Ratinq Plan agreement due to revisions in plan: Interlocal Aqreement Hazardous Material Incident Cost Recovery: Request to hold annual city auction Saturday, February 22, 1992. councilperson Gillespie asked Chief Vola to explain his requests. Chief Vola went over the functions of the air tanks and the flow meters to refill the air packs. Councilperson Gillespie stated the price quoted is a savings compared to others in the area. Councilperson Martin moved to accept the consent agenda. Councilperson Gillespie seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0. NEW BUSINESS Appointinq a member to Industrial Development Board due to resiqnation of GUY Hanson: Councilman Jones nominated John Moonen. Councilperson Martin seconded the nomination. Nomination CARRIED 5-0. Appointinq a member to citizens Council Advisory committee to replace David Horvath: councilperson Martin nominated Michael Nattress. councilperson Gillespie seconded the nomination. Nomination CARRIED 5-0. ORDINANCES, PUBLIC HEARINGS, AND RESOLUTIONS First Readinq: Ord. 92-0-1 Establishinq service charqe for reconnect ions made other than during normal workinq hours. Mayor Wessler read the Ordinance. Councilperson Gillespie moved to adopt Ord. 92-0-1 on first reading. Councilperson Martin seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0. -2- Council Regular Meeting February 3, 1992 """ ..... ....., Ord. 92-0-2 Establishinq Edqewater Beautification and Tree Committee. Mayor Wessler read the Ordinance City Attorney storey explained this ordinance was prepared to meet Tree City U. S . A. requirements. Councilman Hays moved to adopt Ord. 92-0-2 on first reading. Councilman Jones seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5- o. Res. 92-R-Ol Clarifyinq the purpose and establishinq the responsibilities of the citizens council Advisory Committee. ci ty Attorney storey explained the process the draft of this ordinance has followed before being presented to Council; the citizens Council Advisory Committee has reviewed and agreed with the draft as presented. Mayor Wessler read the Ordinance. Councilperson Gillespie moved to adopt Res. 92-R-01. councilperson Martin seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0. Res. 92-R-03 Establishinq a standard fee for a use permit for work within city riqht-of-way. Mayor Wessler read the Resolution Mr. Carl Overstreet, Director of Public Works explained the current process compared to this proposal. It is his opinion this will be a fair rate for everyone. Councilman Jones moved to adopt Res. 92- R-03. Councilperson Gillespie seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0. At this time the Council took a short recess. Reconvene: UNFINISHED BUSINESS Perry R. Barrett's request re: proposed cul-de-sac for Meadow Lake Subdivision. Mr. Barrett introduced Mr. Luis Geil who presented the proposal of a "Flag Lot" design rather than the cul-de-sac design. He stated there would be a utility easement deeded to the City, a fence will be erected along the back of the properties, however, a gate would be placed for entrance. Mr. Mark Karet, city community Development Director stated this is the first time staff has seen this proposal. He reminded Council of the utilities Director's preference of a cul-de-sac rather than the easement across privately owned property. City Attorney storey suggested, rather than staff answering off the cuff, they be given an opportunity to review the material Mr. Barrett has presented and set up a meeting with him to discuss this. councilperson Gillespie moved to table this until the first meeting in March. Councilman Hays seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0. COUNCIL/OFFICERS REPORTS city Attorney city Attorney storey presented Council with Comments/Recommendations on Final Draft of Charter Submitted by the Charter Review Committee. Work sessions need to be scheduled. It was agreed to hold a workshop February 19th at 7: 00 p.m. or February 18th at the Library if the first date can not be arranged. city Manaqer - Acting City Manager Munoz asked for a special meeting to be scheduled February 26th at 7:00 p.m. to handle a C.I.P. item and various other items. Mr. Munoz reported that Mr. Jack Corder, Parks & Recreation Director has completed the beautification grant application. Mr. Munoz referred to his memo to Council regarding the recent publishing of employees salaries. He again explained the figures although published as a 13 month period, actually covered a 24 month period. Mr. Munoz asked -3- Council Regular Meeting February 3, 1992 ~ ...,. ....., council to consider the memo in front of them from Mr. Over-street, Director of Public Works, regarding the rebuilding of a tractor engine. After review of the information, Councilperson Gillespie moved to accept the recommendation of Carl Overstreet to have the engine repaired. councilperson Martin seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0. Mr. Munoz reported to Council a public records request was received today from Mr. George Naill to furnish him with names of those pre-paying special assessments. He explained there is no intent of staff to deny public records, however, it should be made known that we have no control over how this information is going to be used. We also have to consider the other citizens, who may see their names in print and be unhappy about it. Mr. Munoz also commented the U.T.E. should be concerned about a felon being involved with the circulating of this information and representing them. Councilperson Martin commented the issue seemed to be the amount of money received by employees, but the point is, this is causing more work for the employees. The cost involved should be considered. City Attorney storey explained that she and the City Clerk have established a procedure for billing for the public records. Again, you have to consider the other citizens and charge appropriately for the service. city Council councilperson Gillespie suggested that our Safety Officer and Fire Chief work together on updating the City Safety Manual. She also suggested all the Council members review the A.G. Edwards contract and take considerable notice regarding the termination of the contract. Councilman Hays agreed with the need to review the A.G. Edwards contract. He shared a compliment given to our Police Chief; adding he is a great representative for the City. He asked Chief Schumaker if we have any control over the train speed? Chief Schumaker stated they can clock the speed and then make a couple of phone calls to correct the situation, if needed. Councilman Hays spoke of the U.T.E. concerns; and questioned how much these research projects are costing the city. He asked Mr. Munoz to keep track of this. Mayor Wessler asked Mr. Overstreet the status of the new street signs. Mr. Overstreet replied they are ready to go, only due to the illness of the sign worker there has been a slight delay. Mayor Wessler polled the Council regarding the compensation of Mr. Munoz while he is filling in for Mr. McMahon. She feels he should be paid like before when he was Acting city Manager. All Council members agreed. Mr. Munoz explained he would charge the difference in compensation to Mr. McMahon's budget and that he will share the extra with Karen, since her workload will be increased also. Mayor Wessler passed on a message to the U.T.E. from one of its former members; they have a bank account that needs looking into. She also invited everyone to the Ocean Center next Saturday where she will be bungi jumping at noon. QUESTIONS FROM PRESS There were no questions from the press. -4- Council Regular Meeting February 3, 1992 ~ 'W ....." CITIZENS COMMENTS Pauline Daudlin,215 Meadowlake Drive, asked who will be responsible for the expenses involved with the situation in Meadowlake, the association or Mr. Barrett? Mayor Wessler told Ms. Daudlin that she would have to discuss this with Mr. Wheeler, perhaps after they meet with him. Mr. Keenan, 1905 Pine Tree Drive, explained the circumstances regarding his felony referred to by Mr. Munoz. He explained he has never been in trouble since the one incident, he has held $70,000 and $80,000 jobs and was asked to be the president due to his abilities. Mayor Wessler stated she is concerned that he is being given false information and not getting the correct advice. She sug- gested he come to city staff members to get correct information before he publishes opinions. She agreed to meet with Mr. Keenan in city Hall tomorrow morning to discuss facts and figures he may question. ADJOURN councilperson Gillespie moved to adjourn. Councilman Jones seconded the motion. Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Minutes submitted by: Debbie Sigler -5- council Regular Meeting February 3, 1992