11-07-1994 - Regular
CITY COUNCIL OF EDGEWATER
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 7, 1994
7:00 P.M.
COMMUNITY CENTER
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Hayman called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in
the Community Center.
ROLL CALL:
Mayor Jack Hayman
Councilman Kirk Jones
Councilwoman Louise Martin
Councilman Michael Hays
Councilman David Mitchum
City Attorney Krista storey
City Manager George McMahon
city Clerk Susan Wadsworth
Police Chief Lawrence Schumaker
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INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was delivered by Reverend Dr. Bill Sharp,
Christian Life Center. There was a pledge of allegiance to the
Flag.
Retirement of JoAnne Sikes with 29 years of service with City
Mayor Hayman presented a plaque to JoAnne Sikes for her twenty-
nine years of service.
Mrs. Sikes commented on the growth of the city and being the
City's Historian.
Mayor Hayman recognized Councilman Jones due to his leaving
office. Mayor Hayman presented plaque of recognition to
Councilman Jones.
Councilman Jones thanked the community and Council. He urged the
Council to keep moving on.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Special Meetinq/Public Hearinq of September 26. 1994
Councilman Mitchum made a motion to approve the September 26,
1994 minutes, second by Councilwoman Martin. The motion CARRIED
5-0.
Reqular Meetinq of October 3. 1994
Councilman Hays made a motion to approve the October 3, 1994
mintues, second by Councilman Mitchum. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Mayor Hayman asked the citizens to address only the items on the
agenda during this section of citizen comments. Other matters
would be addressed at the second section of citizen comments.
There were no objections from the Council.
Dr. Charles Gebelein, 1730 Umbrella Tree Drive, expressed his
concerns regarding the stormwater and the street closing for the
paving project. Dr. Gebelein showed a map. He encouraged the
citizens to go through the Engineering Department and find out
what the plan for stre~t closing really is and come back at the
November 21st meeting.
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Galen MCClain, 3119 Queen Palm Drive, questioned Item A - Planned
Maintenance Service AGreement with Ringhaver Equipment Co. for
Water Plant's Auxiliary Power Generator & Item B - Agreement for
Janitorial Services for City Hall, Community Development area,
and Community Center restrooms on the Consent Agenda. He asked
for costs on these items.
Mayor Hayman explained Item A and stated the cost is $276 per
visit. He explained Item B and stated the cost is $740 per
month. City Manager McMahon stated there will be no additional
costs for benefits.
COUNCIL/OFFICERS REPORTS
city Attorney
city Attorney Storey explained the satisfaction of a lot clearing
lien needs to be added to the consent agenda. The lien is in the
amount of $114.97 received from First Federal Savings against
property owned by Cheryl Bridges.
Mayor Hayman stated $114.97 has been received within the past few
days from a financial institution as part of a lien on a lot
clearing.
There was no objection to add this item to the Consent Agenda.
city Manaqer
City Manager McMahon commented on the Regional Library location.
He commented on the location at DBCC. He went on to talk about
the parking at the existing library and a problem with the air
conditioning. He stated there is money in the budget and the air
conditioner will go out for bid later this year.
Councilwoman Martin asked if New Smyrna is fighting the library
location. City Manager McMahon elaborated on her concerns.
Mayor Hayman thought there was supposed to be free land given for
the new library in the New Smyrna area. He stated there is no
such thing as free land.
city Manager McMahon stated he would get more information and
present a report at the next meeting. Mayor Hayman stated there
was a meeting where this matter was discussed and asked for a
copy of the tape from that meeting.
Councilman Hays commented on a discussion he had with County
Councilman Phil Giorno. He stated the biggest factor was who
would donate the land.
Mayor Hayman asked to have some feedback at the November 21st
meeting.
city Clerk Wadsworth informed the candidates a new program "The
Election Connection" would be started tomorrow evening to be held
at the County Council Chambers. She stated there would be
monitors scrolling the returns and all of the candidates are
invited.
CITY COUNCIL
Councilman Jones
Councilman Jones had nothing at this time.
Councilwoman Martin
Councilwoman Martin had nothing at this time.
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Councilman Hays commented on shallow well permits being issued by
the County. He stated that part of the reason for the reuse
water program was to decrease the number of shallow wells that
could add to the salt water intrusion problem.
Councilman Hays would like these permits issued at the City level
instead of the County level so we could evaluate these on a per
application basis. He feels we need to utilize our reuse water
program as much as possible and discourage the use of drilling
more wells. He asked for Council's opinion on this.
City Manager McMahon agreed to follow up with a letter. He
believes the state would be the authorized agency to address for
a change.
Mayor Hayman commented on the last meeting he attended at the st.
John's River Water Management and the need to monitor and control
the drilling of additional wells. Mayor Hayman commented on the
wells on the east and west sides of 1-95. He commented on
shallow wells causing problems in the future.
Councilman Jones feels that the people issuing the shallow well
permits need to be educated that this is a reuse area. He
commented on this being made an option.
Councilman Mitchum
Councilman Mitchum had nothing at this time.
Mayor Hayman
Mayor Hayman stated members from the united Methodist Church
approached him asking if the steeple issue was on the agenda. He
stated this is not on the agenda. He asked city Manager McMahon
to get with Rev. Jeff Kantz and make sure that he knows when and
if this will be coming before Council.
City Manager McMahon and Mr. Karet stated this item would be on
the agenda for the next meeting.
Councilman Hays feels that there has been misinformation going
around and the members of the Church should meet with Mr.' Karet
and get this ironed out because there has been miscommunication
between the architect doing the project, the congregation, and
the City.
Mayor Hayman informed the Council and the public that a Special
Meeting has been called on November 9th at 7:00 p.m. to clarify
the general election results to be held on November 8th and to go
through Res. 94-R-28 which will do that. He stated outgoing
Council comments will be recognized. He also stated oaths will
be administered to the incoming Councilmembers and then incoming
Councilmember comments will be last.
Mayor Hayman commented on a memo from Elections Supervisor Deanie
Lowe announcing that on November 17th at 1:30 p.m. she would
appear before County Council and request funds to purchase the
Mark Sense voting System for Volusia County.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Planned Maintenance Service Aqreement with Rinqhaver
Equipment Co. for Water Plant's Auxiliary Power Generator
B. Aqreement for Janitorial Services for city Hall. Community
Development area. and Community Center restrooms
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C. satisfaction of Lot Clearinq Lien in the amount of $114.97
received from First Federal Savinqs for property formerly owned
by Cheryl Bridqes
Mayor Hayman reminded council of the additional lot clearing item
added to the Consent Agenda.
Councilman Jones made a motion to approve the consent agenda,
second by Councilwoman Martin. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Volusia County Business Development Corporation update on
economic development and orqanization's activities
Drew Page, Executive Director, VCBDC, introduced himself. He
stated he would like to meet with each Councilmember personally.
Mr. Page went on to explain the existing industry program. He
stated they are working with two companies in the Edgewater area
that will create 200 jobs within the next 18 months.
Mr. Page stated he feels they will see additional emphasis on
marine industries in the year 1995.
Mr. Page applauded the efforts of VCOG to work with each
individual community to set up some sort of standardized
permitting procedure.
Mr. Page welcomed questions from Council.
Mayor Hayman commented on a converation he had with a Bob
Kiesaker from Coronado Paint Co. who is interested in expanding
his facility to bring 50 additional employees in.
Mayor Hayman commented on Dougherty Marine moving out of
Edgewater.
Mayor Hayman spoke about WACO Manufacturing asking for some
opportunity funds for a trainup program or to help to defray the
cost to hook up to the sewer system in front of them. Mr. Page
did not know the outcome of this but stated he would find out in
the morning and get in touch with Mayor Hayman
Mr. Page stated Boston Whaler is also working on expansion.
B. Appointment to Land Development & Requlatory Aqency due to
resiqnation of Danny Hatfield
Councilman Jones made a motion to appoint Peter Moncure, second
by Councilman Hays. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
C. Acquisition of 37 + acres from Volusia County (abandoned
County shell pit) at approx. total cost of $1,800
City Manager McMahon explained the costs involved are only
administrative legal costs. The price does not include the land.
city Manager McMahon commented on the uses if this land is
purchased. He encouraged Council to approve this.
Mayor Hayman commented on this land being used as an overflow
area for stormwater for the property to the north and east of
that including Edgewater Acres. He asked if this would also
include the property to the south and to the west. city Manager
McMahon informed him that was correct.
City Manager McMahon spoke on the stormwater problems in
Edgewater Acres.
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Councilman Jones asked if this was the shell pit that the City
was going to inquire with the County about if we got low on our
reuse that we could use that for a blending. He feels this
should be looked into further.
Councilman Hays commented on ways to utilize the property. He
commented on wanting to purchase this property three years ago.
He feels if there is no problems, he sees no reason not to go
ahead with this.
City Manager McMahon stated we would have to go back for formal
approval to the County and come back to the Council.
Councilman Hays made a motion to go ahead with this and bring
this back at the November 21st meeting, second by Councilman
Mitchum. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
D. Public Works Director's request to purchase 100 interlockinq
refractory brick for incinerator from Superior Brick & Refractory
at cost of $5,000
City Manager McMahon explained the necessity of maintaining a
supply of the refractory bricks and the minimum order being 100.
Councilman Hays asked if it is cheaper to purchase more. City
Manager McMahon explained the 100 bricks would do the job for
now.
There was a discussion regarding purchasing checking into
pruchasing the bricks in volume.
Councilwoman Martin made a motion to approve this request, second
by Councilman Jones. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
ORDINANCES, PUBLIC HEARINGS, AND RESOLUTIONS
FIRST READING:
There were no items to be discussed for first reading.
SECOND READING:
(PUBLIC HEARING)
A. Ord. 94-0-25 Annexation of .70 + acre parcel at 3336 W.
Indian River Blvd.
Mayor Hayman presented the background on the proposed annexation.
Mayor Hayman read Ord. 94-0-25.
Mayor Hayman opened the public hearing.
Community Development Director Mark Karet made a presentation
regarding underground storage tanks. He stated there is some
minor contamination associated with the tanks.
Mayor Hayman commented on contamination problems being allover.
Khaled and Denise Koleilat were not present at the meeting.
Mayor Hayman closed the public hearing.
Councilman Mitchum made a motion to approve Ord. 94-0-25, second
by Councilman Hays. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
B. Ord. 94-0-26 Land Development Requlations Adoption of
Administrative Portion of Land Development Code
Mayor Hayman presented the background for Ord. 94-0-26.
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City Manager McMahon explained why this is a substantial part of
the administrative code of the City.
City Manager McMahon thanked city Attorney storey and Mr. Karet
for the excellent job they have done.
Mayor Hayman read Ord. 94-0-26.
Mayor Hayman opened the public hearing.
Mr. Karet went over changes that have been made to administrative
portion of the land development code.
Mr. Karet explained why he feels Council needs to discuss the
effective date of January 1, 1995.
City Manager McMahon asked Mr. Karet to explain what's involved
with a long application that goes through LDRA and what is
involved with a typical type bulding permit as far as tracking
time. Mr. Karet explained the amount of time currently involved
with a bulding permit is approximately 10 days. He explained a
conditional use permit under the new development regulations
would take approximately 45 days.
Mayor Hayman feels January 1, 1995 would be good. He feels this
makes an outstanding improvement over what we have and the City
should be using this now.
Mr. Karet stated there are some problems with not having a
specific date in terms of what fees to charge.
Councilman Hays asked if there is any reason why they can't
provide for an effective date of January 1st and tell the
applicants anyone between now and then that will operate under
what we are presently doing and any applications that come in
after January 1st then obviously they would come under the
effective date of these changes.
city Attorney storey explained that is the way it would be
contemplated to work. She went on to explain the procedure.
councilman Hays asked if there would be a problem of an effective
date of tomorrow. City Attorney Storey stated yes and explained
all of the parts are not ready including the fee resolution and
there may be some new application forms and documents not ready
to present to customers. Mr. Karet stated this ordinance will
repeal every permit fee we have.
Dave Castagnacci, VCARD, stated from the workshop it seemed like
there was only one issue remaining which is regarding the traffic
impact studies. He went on to explain under the County Ordinance
these studies aren't tripped unless there is a development that
is going to have 1,000 trips per day.
Councilman Mitchum commented the way it is presently stated is
500 trips per day and he asked if the impact is something that
needs to be addressed or can it be granted. Mr. Karet elaborated
on his concerns. He explained what would happen if this was
raised to 1,000.
There was a discussion regarding if this is increased to 1,000
trips per day.
Cliff Clark, 1818 Evergreen Drive, stated he was under the
impression that this would be involved specifically with zone
changing of B-2 to A-2 in the industrial section over on Fern
Palm Drive. Mayor Hayman stated this describes the process the
City will be using January 1st.
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Mr. Clark went on to explain problems he has had with
occupational licenses. He stated he has to protect his rights as
well as businesses but they should stay in the business section.
Mayor Hayman informed him this was not the appropriate time to
discuss his situation but he was more than welcome to comment
under citizen comments. Mayor Hayman suggested Mr. Clark go to
the Library or ask staff to provide him the part of the code that
deals with the Construction Regulation Board.
Mario DiOrio, 1823 Evergreen Drive, stated he finds it difficult
to understand how the City can enact new codes when the final
draft is not even ready. He asked how this is going to affect
the quality of life as far as funding. He feels this is going to
be a drastic change. He commented on the things that bothered
him such as the effective date and the traffic impact study.
Mr. DiOrio commended Council for the splendid job they have done.
City Manager McMahon informed Mr. DiOrio a copy of the proposed
codes is available at the Library and at City Hall.
Mayor Hayman explained the codes have to be written in laymen
terminology and supported with graphs and charts that will help
the applicant understand how he or she must proceed. He
suggested Mr. DiOrio read the codes and if he has areas of
difficulty, to come to staff with any suggestions.
Mr. DiOrio commented on the fees increasing. Mayor Hayman stated
he did not hear Mr. Karet say all of the fees would be
increasing. He explained we will have a resolution that will
address all of the services provided and we will look at those
where there is a charge and determine if we are overcharging or
undercharging or if the ones not being charged should be.
Mr. DiOrio commented on the effective date being set as January
1st. Mayor Hayman stated the resolution will be here between now
and January 1. Mayor Hayman stated the resolution pertaining to
fees and other things that are supportive of the implementation
of what you see in this administrative code has to be in place
before January 1st.
city Attorney storey elaborated on Mr. DiOrio's concerns.
Mayor Hayman closed the public hearing.
Councilman Hays stated he shared this document with a local
builder. He stated the builder said it was great because it is
simpler and easier and it tells him exactly what to do.
Councilman Hays made a motion to approve Ord. 94-0-26, second by
Councilman Mitchum. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
C. Public hearinq/Resolution 94-R-25 Request of Frank C.
Diefenderfer to abandon unused portion of Eaton Rd. lvinq
westerly of Industrial Dr. (Continued from 10/17/94)
Councilman Hays made a motion to bring this back on the table.
Mayor Hayman presented the background on this request.
Mayor Hayman read Res. 94-R-25.
Mayor Hayman opened the public hearing.
Mr. Karet commented on the questions raised when this matter was
last discussed.
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Mr. Karet presented a detailed description and figures pertaining
to the size and cost for this request.
Councilman Hays questioned the storage facility and medical
research facility. He asked of the five employees would they be
employees in the medical research facility or in a warehousing
capacity.
Dr. Diefenderfer commented on the employees.
Councilman Hays asked if there would be biohazards associated
with this kind of research. Dr. Diefenderfer stated he would not
expect any.
Mayor Hayman closed the public hearing.
Councilman Mitchum feels this is a valuable piece of property and
it should not be given away. He asked if we were to suggest that
he buy this piece of property would that have to go out for bids.
City Attorney storey stated yes.
Councilman Mitchum stated if we were to suggest that he make a
donation to Parks and Recreation in a certain amount of dollars
would that be appropriate. city Attorney storey informed him
that would be a policy decision.
Councilman Hays asked if it has to be vacated 50/50.
Attorney storey stated that is the typical process.
asked if it has to.
city
He then
Dr. Diefenderfer asked if the proposal goes through can he ask
the City to maintain that road by taking the trees out and clear
it and maintain it so he can have back access to it. City
Attorney storey stated the City is not obligated to open any
right-of-way. She stated that is a policy and dollar decision
for a city to make. She stated just because a road or right-of-
way has been dedicated the City is not obligated legally to do
so.
Mayor Hayman briefly spoke about economic development and what
would be a fair return for the City.
Councilman Jones explained why he feels this would be an
opportunity. He feels if Dr. Diefenderfer is willing to chance
the City should be too.
Councilwoman Martin stated the property is useless and it will
remain that way unless a decision is made.
Councilman Mitchum stated it is their job to look out for the
interest of the City. He stated if we abandon this property
tonight and tomorrow he sells it, who does it benefit.
There was a discussion regarding vacating the property and
splitting it with Cushman.
Councilman Hays asked if it would be appropriate for Mr.
Diefenderfer to make a donation to the Parks and Recreation
Department. Dr. Diefenderfer explained he is very generous in
the community where he lives.
Councilman Jones made a motion to adopt Res. 94-R-25, second by
Councilwoman Martin. The motion CARRIED 3-2. Councilman Hays
and Councilman Mitchum voted NO.
Dr. Diefenderfer asked what would make Council happy. Councilman
Mitchum thought a nice donation to Parks and Recreation would be
appropriate.
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Mayor Hayman suggested Dr. Diefenderfer get with Mr. Corder and
be the first to purchase a block of tickets for our first house.
Mayor Hayman explained the Tour of Homes to Dr. Diefenderfer.
D. Public hearinq/Resolution 94-R-26 Request of Donald Slaney
to abandon Railroad st. runninq south from West Park Ave.
(Continued from 10/17/94)
This item was pulled due to a request of Robert Howard to
postpone this abandonment to allow for more time for staff to
study the situation.
Staff will readvertise and coordinate to bring this matter back
before Council.
There was a ten minute recess at this time.
E. Second public hearinq re: development aqreement for Anderson
property at 1904 S. Riverside Drive
Mayor Hayman presented the background regarding the development
agreement for the Anderson property at 1904 S. Riverside Drive.
Mayor Hayman opened the public hearing.
Mr. Karet made a presentation at this time.
Dominick Fazzone, Chairman, LDRA, 302 Paradise Lane, commented on
the lengthy discussion regarding this property. He went on to
talk about the history of this request. Mr. Fazzone thanked Mr.
Anderson for his cooperation.
Councilman Jones stated he is happy things turned out the way
they did. He feels this is a good project.
Mayor Hayman questioned the zoning of this property, the 10 foot
buffer and whether this will be adequate for the resident of that
for anything that comes into B-3. Mr. Anderson elaborated on
Mayor Hayman's concerns and explained his intentions for this
piece of property.
Mayor Hayman closed the public hearing.
Councilman Jones made a motion to accept the development
agreement, second by Councilman Hays. The motion CARRIED 5-0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business to be discussed.
COUNCIL/OFFICERS REPORTS
city Attorney
City Attorney Storey had nothing at this time.
City Manager
City Manager McMahon stated he spoke to this the City Engineer
this afternoon and he is alarmed over the revisions to
preliminary estimates of the paving program. He stated there is
a substantial gap between the original preliminary figures and
the final figures. He feels this will have a substantial effect
on the outcome of the project itself.
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city Manager McMahon stated he has asked the bond underwriter not
to proceed any further until November 21st. He stated he has
asked DRMP to be present that night to discuss the difference in
figures and the reason for them.
city Manager McMahon stated he has also asked Quentin Hampton to
continue and complete their value engineering report which will
give some value comparisons.
Mayor Hayman feels the first thing that needs to be looked at is
if there is any difference between the 90% assurance preliminary
figures and the 100% assurance figures which were expected.
Mayor Hayman stated they would be remiss if they did not direct
the bond counselor bond underwriter to wait until such time that
the Council could hear a full presentation and conduct discussion
to arrive at a policy statement on November 21st.
city Manager McMahon commented on the plan for bonds within the
area itself.
city Manager McMahon stated staff will also be bringing forth
recommendations that might be able to be taken to minimize costs
such as deleting some of the sections of the east-west roads.
city Manager McMahon asked for Council's permission to have a
single-item agenda on November 21st to discuss the paving
project.
councilman Hays asked if there is a confirmed appointment with
DRMP and or should a separate workshop be called to address just
the paving issues. He questioned if this is something that needs
to be addressed sooner.
It was the consensus of the Council to hold a single-item agenda
on November 21st. He asked a strong letter be sent to DRMP
saying that we want them here and that a single-item agenda has
been established.
Mayor Hayman spoke about items he would like to see addressed.
Mayor Hayman questioned the vegetation involved with the
impoundments. city Manager McMahon informed Council the
architects will also be present at the November 21st meeting.
city Engineer Fegley stated Wendell stafford and Mike statum
will be present at the November 21st meeting and they should make
it a lot clearer as to the intent of the vegetation of the ponds
and the construction of the ponds.
Mayor Hayman stated for $15 million he expects to see something
that can help him judge what the impoundments look like and what
the choices and alternatives are for landscaping and what the
costs are associated with that.
Mayor Hayman commented on the bond underwriters holding in place.
city Manager McMahon stated once you sell the bond you are locked
into that amount. He explained if the Council is going to
consider anything more, they will have to go through public
hearings and the same process they have already been through
which is time consuming.
It was the consensus of the Council to have city Manager McMahon
inform the bond underwriters to hold in place until November
21st.
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City Manager McMahon suggested the City continue to withhold
about $400,000 from S & E Contractors. He stated they are
challenging our engineering specifications and the City and
engineering firm doesn't agree with them. He advised the Council
not to pay any money until the issues are resolved.
There was a discussion regarding some of the problems the City is
having with S & E.
Mayor Hayman asked if it would be prudent to transmit Council's
decision to S & E with an information copy to the bond company.
city Manager McMahon stated at this point, he didn't recommend
it.
City Engineer Fegley stated when we initially accepted the
project a lot of the surface improvements were acceptable and no
deficiencies were noticed until some time afterwards. He stated
there may have been some inappropriate workmanship in the field.
He continued to speak about asphalt deficiencies in Phases II,
III, and IV and the deadlines for each phase.
It was the consensus of the Council not to pay S & E Contractors
until these issues are resolved.
CITY COUNCIL
Councilman Jones
Councilman Jones expressed his pleasure in serving and working
with the City Council.
Councilwoman Martin
Councilwoman Martin wished Councilman Jones good luck.
Councilman Hays
Councilman Hays thanked Councilman Jones and wished him good
luck.
Councilman Mitchum
Councilman Mitchum thanked Councilman Jones.
Mayor Havman
Mayor Hayman praised and thanked Councilman Jones.
City Manager McMahon stated the effort to make the staff the
target of election bothers him a great deal. He feels to make an
issue out of the pay scale is wrong.
Questions from Press
There were no questions from the press at this time.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Margaret Stanley, 1515 Mango Tree Drive, stated
serious criminal problem at 1201 Regent Street.
problems with burglaries, firearms and drugs in
neighborhood.
there is a
She spoke on the
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Councilman Hays encouraged whatever Police activity is necessary
to eliminate the problem.
Ms. Stanley commented on keeping an eye on the people in her
neighborhood and she really needs help.
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Ms. Stanley commented on a card given to her by Lieutenant McEver
listing the rights of the crime victims. She feels if the
officers had these cards available to give the victims that would
be great.
David Bethey, 1206 Regent Street, expressed his concern that
Council does not know what is going on. He stated the root of
the problem is the mother and there has to be some way to hold
her accountable for what her children are doing. He stated
something needs to be done.
Joan Strong, 1801 India Palm Drive, stated if anyone wants to
make donations to get the landlord to start eviction notices as
soon as possible she will be the first to give.
city Attorney Storey informed Council this property has been
turned over to the bank and it is going through foreclosure
proceedings.
Chief Schumaker went over what has been done by the Police
Department to try to correct this problem.
Councilman Hays requested the bank be called to find out what the
cost is to purchase the building.
Mr. Bethey commented on all of the children that go in and out of
that house. He feels the officers should be escorting the
children home and letting their parents know what is going on.
There was a discussion regarding legal restraints and problems
the City might encounter if the correct procedure is not
followed.
Ms. Stanley stated she would like to see the child protective
services involved. She wanted to know if there are any
organizations available that can aid the elderly.
city Clerk Wadsworth stated she could contact the Council on
Aging regarding senior citizens.
Ms. Stanley would like to see the Health Department involved due
to the health conditions.
Mario DiOrio pledged $20 to help with this problem. Ms. Strong
stated she can probably get plenty more donations if it is
needed.
Erving & Rosalee Raymond, 304 Linda Street, were present. Mrs.
Raymond read a prepared statement regarding flooding and Mr.
Raymond presented a petition to Council in excess of 100 names
regarding the stormwater issue in Edgewater being addressed.
Mayor Hayman read the title of the petition.
Dan Hatfield, 231 N. Old County Road, had a problem with the
single-item agenda on November 21st due to the issue of the cross
tower at the Edgewater Methodist Church. He asked this item also
be placed on the agenda.
Mr. Hatfield wished Councilman Jones the best of luck.
Cliff Clark, 1818 Evergreen Drive, commented on the problems he
has with the cost of the proposed paving project.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Councilman
made a motion to adjourn, second by Councilman Jones.
meeting adjourned at 11:01 p.m.
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November 7, 1994
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Lisa Kruckmeyer
Minutes submitted by:
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council Regular Meeting
November 7, 1994