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CITY COUNCIL OF EDGEWATER
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 2, 1989
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mitchum called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Center.
ROLL CALL
Mayor David Mitchum
Councilman Danny Hatfield
Councilwoman Gigi Bennington
Councilman Russell Gold
Councilman Thomas Fish
City Attorney Jose' Alvarez
City Manager E11y Johnson
City Clerk Susan Wadsworth
Chief Lawrence Schumaker
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INVOCATION. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Reverend Dr. Tee, Edgewater Union Church, delivered the invocation. There was
a pledge of allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regular meeting of September 18. 1989 - Councilman Hatfield moved they accept
the minutes. Councilman Fish seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 4-1.
Councilwoman Bennington voted NO due to being excused from that meeting.
Public Hearing/Special Meeting of September 20. 1989 - Councilman Gold moved for
approval of the minutes. Councilwoman Bennington seconded the motion. Motion
CARRIED 5-0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Mayor Mitchum advised the audience there was a three-minute rule.
Georoe Ewino, Royal Palm, asked if all citizens contribute to the new water lines
and we11fie1d. Mr. Ron Ferland of Dyer, Riddle, Mills & Precourt, Inc., replied
the water plant, water line, and we11fie1d will all be funded by the rate base
so all water system customers will participate in the funding. Mr. Ewing asked
if it's after they're installed. Mr. Ferland replied when the revenue is
determined to operate those facilities and when the rates are established. He
said revenues will start prior to completion of construction but will cover them
through construction and the service life of the facilities. Mr. Ewing stated
they've been paying an impact of $1,000 and $250 connection fee for some time
for new homes. He asked if that will be taken into consideration. Mr. Ferland
explained the impact fees are restricted funds that can be used to fund part of
the facil ity' s construction costs. There was discussion regarding the restricted
uses for these fees. Mr. Johnson pointed out there's accountability for these
funds and they can tell him exactly where it's been spent. Mr. Ferland explained
the interim expansion of the Park Avenue plant was paid for with impact fees.
John Siburn, Connecticut Avenue, asked if the people will pay for sewerage and
lines installed for property below them. Mr. Johnson replied not for improve-
ments only in Florida Shores, but they.11 be part of the improvements in the
sewer plant and the State is requiring an advanced treatment plant because of
the discharge into the Indian River.
Mr. Siburn stated the islands are the last resort for the wildlife. He asked
they not develop it and leave it the way it is.
Jimmie Newell, 2450 S. Ridgewood Avenue, asked about the stormwater runoff charge
for the mobile home lots and campgrounds. Mr. Ferland replied the mobile home
lots are considered the same and a campground is a commercial activity that will
be charged on the impervious square feet. Mr. Newell explained the campground
lot is 20 by 30, and asked how they cou 1 d be charged the same. Mr. Fer 1 and
explained they consider when they go off the thoroughfare they go onto private
property and besides the mobile homes they have community buildings. Mr. Newell
said he doesn't think it's fair to be charged by mobile home lots, he has 50
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CITIZEN COMMENTS (Continued)
Jimmie Newell (Continued) lots, plus 15 camping lots in the park. Mr. Ferland
explained the appeals provision to get something more equitable for a particular
situation if itls determined it's not equitable. Mr. Johnson asked Mr. Newell
to contact his office to set an appointment.
Ron Carwile, 1701 S. Ridgewood Avenue business, stated he supports the stormwater
ordinance but held already installed stormwater management on his property and
it will be $250 a year in addition to the $10,000 he already spent for his on
site retention. He asked if there's a cap for this. Mr. Ferland explained
there's a contribution fee and a base fee and held pay the base but not the
contribution if he's built within the last 5 years and put in a retention basin.
Mr. Johnson suggested they look at it on an individual basis as the ordinance
provides for and have the engineers do the calculations. He pointed out part
of the fee will cover cleaning up the canal and where they have runoff from
other properties.
Galen McClain, 3119 Queen Palm, spoke on the September 18th proposal of
Councilman Gold to improve relations with the County Council. He stated the City
Manager has refused to meet with the County representatives until he can meet
with someone on his professional level. He asked how the County and City can
be in accord if the City Manager refuses to meet with anyone. Mr. Johnson
clarified that held said he wouldn't meet with Mr. Kelton and since that meeting
he's received a telephone call on this. He said held sent the County four
ordinances that have been dragging in the City for one and a half years. He
added theylre working with the County and there was a problem with the one
gentleman and he won't meet with him unless he's instructed to by Council. He
further explained held received information that day on the road impact fees
and they're working on it.
C. E. Clark, 1818 Evergeen, asked if they'll be assessed less if they already
have sewer. Mr. Johnson replied it's for the line and he'll be paying the
monthly charge for the addition to the sewer plant to bring it up to standard
which they're required to do. Mr. Clark stated beautification should start with
some of the homeowners. Mr. Johnson pointed out Pat DiLeva has been very busy
these past three weeks and has had a lot of activity. Mr. Clark stated Pat
DiLeva refused to come out when he called.
CONSENT AGENDA
Public Works employee's request for extension of unpaid leave of absence: and
Recommendation that new Plannina/Zonina Director be City's representative to
Volusia Growth Manaaement Commission - Mayor Mitchum asked if Counci 1 had
anything they wanted to address. There were no comments. Mayor Mitchum
requested a motion to close the consent agenda. Councilman Hatfield so moved.
Councilwoman Bennington seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Councilman Hatfield moved they accept the consent agenda. Councilman Fish
seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
NEW BUSINESS
Ratification of General employees (PEA) and Supervisors (SPEA) labor aareements -
Mr. Johnson stated they've ratified the PEA and SPEA contracts and his recommend-
ation is they be ratified by Council. Councilman Gold moved that the contracts
be ratified. Councilwoman Bennington seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Land Development and Reaulatory Aaency' s recommendation to send opposition letter
for any development of spoil islands for recreational use - Mr. Johnson stated
the recommendation from LDRA was that the City oppose the development of these
spoil islands and his recommendation is that it be approved. Councilwoman
Bennington moved they accept the LDRA recommendation as she is strictly opposed
to developing the spoil islands. Councilman Fish seconded the motion.
Councilman Hatfield asked that they get support of the Audubon Society and Sierra
Clubs or any environmental group such as the one Reid Hughes heads up. Council-
woman Bennington agreed to include that in her motion. Councilman Fish agreed
to include it in his second. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Mr. Johnson stated they received a letter from a resident to voice support for
developing the islands and it will be entered as a part of the record.
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ORDINANCES. PUBLIC HEARINGS. AND RESOLUTIONS
First Reading:
Ord. 89-0-30 Amending Sec. 13-22 personnel policies as recoDlDended by Merit Board
Mr. Johnson stated this ordinance is regarding the recommendation of the Merit
Board with 4 or 5 changes and his recommendation is the ordinance be approved.
Mayor Mitchum read the Ordinance. ORD. 89-0-30 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 13, PERSONNEL,
SECTION 13-22 (c) "DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE MERIT BOARD II OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, BY AMENDING THE FUNCTIONS AND
DUTIES OF THE MERIT BOARD IN THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA; CONTAINING A
REPEALER PROVISION, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Councilman Fish moved to accept 89-0-30. Councilman Hatfield seconded the
motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Ord. 89-0-32 Amending Section 700.01 re: Offset parkina. A. and buffers in B-2.
B-3 and B-4 districts from 5' to 10' - Mr. Johnson read the Ordinance. ORD. 89-
0-32 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, AMEND-
ING APPENDIX A, lONING, SECTION 700.02, "REQUIRED OFF-STREET PARKING", OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, BY CHANGING OFFSET A FROM
FIVE FEET TO TEN FEET UNDER THE 90 DEGREE CATEGORY AND BY ADDING TO BUFFER E FOR
THE B-2, B-3 AND B-4 DISTRICTS A TEN FOOT BUFFER REQUIREMENT; CONTAINING A
REPEALER PROVISION, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Councilman Hatfield moved they accept Ordinance 89-0-32. Councilwoman Bennington
seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Res. 89-R-69 Increasing size of Police force by four Police officers - Mr.
Johnson read the Resolution. RES. 89-R-69 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 39 OF THE CHARTER OF THE
CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, INCREASING THE NUMBER OF POLICE OFFICERS IN THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER BY ADDING FOUR POLICE OFFICERS;
REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. Councilwoman Bennington moved they adopt it. Councilman Fish seconded
the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Mayor Mitchum requested a motion to go from the regular meeting to the Public
Hearing. Councilman Fish so moved. Councilman Hatfield seconded the motion.
Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Second Reading: (Public Hearing)
Ord. 89-0-27 Amending Section 9-5 Flood Control and drainage by creating new
Article IV. Stormwater Management Utility - Mr. Johnson read the Ordinance. ORD.
89-0-27 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 9.5, "FLOOD CONTROL AND DRAINAGE" BY CREATING A NEW ARTICLE
II IV", STORMWATER MANAGEMENT UTILITY II , ESTABLISHING A STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
UTILITY; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FINDINGS, DETERMINATION AND INTENT;
PROVIDING A SCHEDULE OF STORMWATER MANAGEMENT UTILITY FEES; PROVIDING FOR AN
APPEAL OF SURFACE CALCULATION; ESTABLISHING A STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FUND;
PROVIDING FOR STORMWATER DRAINAGE UTILITY FEE CONNECTION; PROVIDING PENALTIES;
CONTAINING A REPEALER PROVISION; A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Mitchum requested audience comments.
John Siburn, Connecticut Avenue, asked about the $2.00 Mr. Powers raised for
flood control while he was here. Mayor Mitchum replied it was a proposal for
this matter.
Mr. Ferland pointed out a typographical error on page 5 of the ordinance, Section
9.5-72(c), which should read "All non-residential properties with site mitigation
facilities" rather than the word "without". City Attorney Alvarez explained this
is a scriveners error and not a change in the ordinance.
Galen McClain asked if the stormwater will be low pressure or gravity. Mayor
Mitchum explained the systems are for sewer and stormwater is for drainage or
rainwater. There was brief discussion about the possibility of some areas
requiring a pumping system for drainage control.
Georqe Ewinq asked about changes in driveways at street level or if they'll put
culverts under some driveways. Mr. Johnson replied they're doing survey work
and it will depend on the situation and some will have pipes. Mr. Ewing asked
if they'll know before changes are made. Mr. Ferland replied yes. Mr. Johnson
noted some basic work will be done with paving, and it will be done in phases.
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ORDINANCES. PUBLIC HEARINGS. AND RESOLUTIONS (Continued)
Second Reading: (Public Hearing) (Continued)
Ord. 89-0-28 Repealing Ordinances 85-0-5. 85-0-22 and 86-0-1 re: Management pay
and benefit plan due to conflict with City Manaaer form of government - Mr.
Johnson read the Ordinance. ORD. 89-0-28 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 85-0-5, AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 85-0-22 AND ORDINANCE NO. 86-0-1 IN ITS ENTIRETY; CONTAINING A
REPEALER PROVISION, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Mitchum requested audience comments.
Frank Roe, 2732 Juniper Drive, asked about the commercial property into Eastern
Shores. Mayor Mitchum explained this is a hearing on the management pay and
benefit plan. Mr. Roe apologized for speaking on another matter.
Ord. 89-0-29 Repea 1 ing Ordinance 89-0-18 re: Counci 1 concurrence with appointment
of Department Heads - Mr. Johnson read the Ordinance. ORD. 89-0-29 - AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDGEWATER, FLORIDA, REPEALING
ORDINANCE NO. 89-0-18 IN ITS ENTIRETY; CONTAINING A REPEALER PROVISION, A SEVER-
ABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Mitchum requested
audience comments.
Galen McClain asked if Council will go along with anything the City Manager does
on personnel appointments. Mayor Mitchum replied that's the way the Charter
reads and it's his right to hire Department Heads and it's administrative. Mr.
McClain asked if it1s in the old Charter or the new one. Mr. Johnson replied
the City Manager has the right to hire and fire Department Heads and if they
don't do their jobs, he'll probably be fired. He added that he'll keep the
Council informed of anyone he hires which is a part of the management system.
Mayor Mitchum requested a motion to close the public hearing and go back to the
regular meeting. Councilman Hatfield so moved. Councilman Fish seconded the
motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Ord. 89-0-27 - Councilman Fish moved they adopt 89-0-27. Councilman Gold
seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Ord. 89-0-28 - Councilwoman Bennington moved they adopt 89-0-28. Councilman
Hatfield seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
Ord. 89-0-29 - Councilman Fish moved they adopt 89-0-29. Councilwoman Bennington
seconded the motion. Motion CARRIED 4-1. Councilman Gold voted NO.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Land Development and Regulatorv Agency's response re: their action on Eastern
Shores Mobile Home Park reauest to open new road and close access road to U.S.
! - Mr. Johnson stated Council requested LDRA clarify their previous actions and
they've sent their minutes. He pointed out Attorney David Hood had requested
the request be withdrawn, and as of this afternoon they received another letter
from their attorney stating they felt they1d not been given proper notice. Mayor
Mitchum suggested they table this and have the City Manager give proper notice.
Mr. Johnson stated they'11 set it for the 16th and notify the attorney. Council-
woman Bennington so moved. Councilman Hatfield seconded the motion. Motion
CARRIED 5-0.
COUNCIL/OFFICERS REPORTS
City Attorney - City Attorney Alvarez stated that at direction of Council he and
the City Clerk met with the Elections Supervisor regarding the determination or
assessment as to which sewer system was preferred by the majority of the property
owners. He sa i d they had severa 1 meet i ngs wi th the eng i neers regard i ng the
paving and special assessments. He noted there were three main objections raised
at the public hearing, one was the split of 1/2 not in keeping with past pract-
ices, second was the corner lot and having to pay assessments on both sides, and
third was properties across the streets from lakes or parks or other bodies of
water. He stated their recommendation is to go with the 1/3 assessment with 1/3
by one property owner, 1/3 to the other across the street, and 1/3 by the City.
He said their recommendation on the corner lot so property owners there will be
treated the same as others is the City pick up one side of the corner lot. He
said the City will also pick up those sections across from lake fronts or parks.
He asked if Council wants to have a survey on this matter or if this disposes
of the objections and issues of the paving.
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COUNCIL/OFFICERS REPORTS (Continued)
City Attornev (Continued)
City Attorney Alvarez stated the Elections Supervisor advised there1s nothing
that will prohibit the City from conducting a survey of all the property owners
whose property will be affected by the sewer system. He pointed out this will
be a very inexpensive and effective manner. City Clerk Wadsworth stated they
discussed sending detailed brochures explaining the two different systems and
along with that a stamped, addressed postcard with the question of which system
they prefer and the post card wi 11 be returned to City Hall. City Attorney
Alvarez pointed out the post cards will be color coded. City Clerk Wadsworth
agreed. City Attorney Alvarez stated it will be per household for every piece
of property in the City. City Clerk Wadsworth noted they'll be bulk stamped
with the Cityl s rate. Councilman Hatfield asked if it wi 11 be the affected
areas. City Attorney Alvarez replied it will be all property owners in the City
as listed in the tax records. He added they won't have to incur several thousand
dollars of expense with the machines and voters lists. City Clerk Wadsworth
pointed out the Property Appraiser's Office can do labels from their tax rolls.
City Attorney Alvarez asked if they want to continue with the survey on paving,
or if the method described by the Clerk is acceptable to Council. He noted the
time tables will be extremely short. City Clerk Wadsworth stated it should be
about a one-month period.
Councilwoman Bennington asked if they'll receive one for every piece of property
owned if someone owns more than one property. City Attorney Alvarez replied yes
as he'll be affected by the number of properties he owns. Councilman Fish
expressed concern for that but noted they couldn't come up with a perfect way
to do it that would be fair and equitable for everyone.
Georoe Ewino asked why the notice would go to all pro owners as some won1t
be affected monetarily. He asked if he vote on a prescribe system, Wl I I the
people now on gravity go to the prescribed sys e .
Mayor Mitchum questioned why they'd send notices asking if they want sewers to
someone who already has a sewer. Mr. Johnson explained they researched this
based on the motion of Council that all citizens and taxpayers in Edgewater
would be allowed to vote on the issue. Mr. Ewing stated they may have a problem
with it. City Attorney Alvarez asked Mr. Ferland if they could provide a list
of addresses of those already connected to the sewer. Mr. Ferland replied they
could define where the sewers are, and since it1s a special assessment program
it may be appropriate to limit the mail out and poll to those directly assessed
with the costs to provide that particular facility. Councilman Fish stated his
feeling was everyone affected by it, as why would someone not affected vote on
it. He agreed they addressed the major objections to paving.
There was more discussion regarding those not affected by the sewer having a vote
on the choice of systems. Councilman Hatfield stated they'll have to maintain
the system and there's a difference in costs and he feels everyone should have
a vote. Councilwoman Bennington suggested they could color code those with and
those without sewers. Councilman Fish pointed out that whether they put in low
pressure or gravity, they have to have the advanced wastewater treatment.
Councilwoman Bennington noted the upkeep of both the systems would be City-wide
through the rates once it's installed. Mr. Ferland agreed.
Frank Roe stated everyone should have a vote and people who pay the most taxes
will have to pay the most and some don't want to pay a big cost. He said held
requested earlier that lots in Florida Shores be assessed for sewers and the
money put in a "k itty" so they wou ldn' t have to borrow. He suggested they assess
$1,200 for every empty lot with 10% allowed if they pay ahead.
Joe Martin stated he owns an undeveloped lot and if they send out the vote for
everyone, those not affected personally will look at the price and possibly vote
on a cheaper system, or vote on gravity because they're on gravity, and force
property owners to pay a higher price. He said they shouldn't allow people to
vote on the question if they wonlt be affected. He added that Councilman
Hatfield isn't affected by the question and shouldn't be able to vote.
Mayor Mitchum stated that as a citizen he doesnlt want someone who already has
a system determine what kind of system he'll have and doesn't want his vote
negated by someone who has nothing to gain or lose.
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City Attorney Continued)
Dom Fazzone, 302 Paradise Lane, stated they have a gravity system in Shangri-
La and he agrees they shouldn't vote because theirs is in place.
Mr. Johnson recommended Council send the program as described by the City
Attorney and City Clerk to the residents in the Florida Shores area that will
be affected and send it out as soon as they can get it done and that it be on
sewer only and not on paving. Councilman Fish moved they accept the Manager's
recommendat ion. Counci lwoman Benn i ngton seconded the mot ion. Counc ilman
Hatfield and Councilwoman Bennington asked if it's just those people affected.
Mayor Mitchum replied yes. Councilwoman Bennington asked if the affected area
is Florida Shores. Mr. Johnson replied 99% of it. Motion CARRIED 5-0.
City Manager
Mr. Johnson stated they need to set a workshop on the 18th at 7 p.m. and a public
hearing on the 23rd in the Community Center on the Comprehensive Plan to pass
a resolution to be sent to the Department of Community Affairs. He noted the
time frame is to allow staff time for any necessary changes. Councilman Hatfield
asked if the meeting on the 23rd could be at 7:30. Mr. Johnson agreed.
Mr. Johnson introduced Mr. Mark Karet, the new Planning/Zoning Director. He
stated this is his second week and they're involved in getting the elements of
the Comprehensive Plan together. He noted Mr. Karet will be their contact person
if they have any problems.
City Counei 1
Councilwoman Bennington stated she'd received several calls about problems with
train whistles and other cities have their notices. She requested Council's
input on this. Councilman Gold stated he brought this up previously and is in
favor of doing something about it. Counci lman Fish expressed concern with
liability if they had an unmarked crossing. Councilman Hatfield indicated there
were none unmarked. City Attorney Alvarez explained documentation is in the
files, but it's a business decision. Councilwoman Bennington asked if other
cities that are self-insured have this. City Attorney Alvarez replied that if
they want to assume the risk, it's up to Council. Councilman Hatfield stated
he doesn't want to be a slave to self-insurance but would like to wait until they
have an umbrella in place. Councilwoman Bennington asked the City Manager to
report back to Council on this.
Councilman Fish stated he greeted the White Lion Championship Tournament and they
did an outstanding job with over 200 young people there.
Councilman Fish stated some citizens have asked that the agenda format be changed
again to have the Citizen Comments at the end. Mayor Mitchum noted they moved
it once and that seems to be the proper place and he suggested it stay there.
Councilwoman Bennington did not recommend moving it again, and pointed out the
public workshop with the Charter Review Committee had suggestions raised and
she'll report back after they have a meeting.
QUESTIONS FROM PRESS
Jennifer Halperin, News Journal, asked the estimated cost for the survey for
Florida Shores. Mr. Johnson replied they won't know until they decide how many
are involved. Ms. Halperin asked if they'll go to out of town property owners.
Mr. Johnson replied any property owner in the area affected by the sewer will
get it.
ADJOURN
Councilman Fish so moved. Councilwoman Bennington seconded the motion. Meeting
was adjourned at 8:28 p.m.
Minutes submitted by:
Lura Sue Koser
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Edgewater City Council
104 N. Riverside Drive
Edgewater, FL 32132
Dear Sirs and Madam:
Relating to the request to use spoil islands for recreational purposes, I believe the
new city planner should be given the opportunity to examine and evaluate the question
as to whether the spoil islands should be used for recreational purposes.
I personally am of the opinion that every one of the sand piles should be used by
citizens of the area.
The horses asses that deny human beings the use of land in favor of propagating and
perpetuating slinE, sludge and filth should be forced to live in those areas.
As far as Ms. Lynn Plaskett is concerned, I do not believe she has the qualifications
to decide a question that can affect the expansion and growth of the city of Edgewater.
I make this staterrent based on ~ own association with the Planning Depar1::nElt.
I make the following suggestion. I believe the City Council should give the new city
planner the opportunity of being able to observe and evaluate the possibility of children
and adults and the city itself becoming a party to using and enjoying these sand islands.
I believe any laroobrain nitwit or nuni:>sku1l should realize that this opportunity should not
be permitted to pass without a thorough examination.
There is no reason why these islands should not be used by the cities for recreation and
possibly school areas. Catamarands could ferry the users back and forth. '!he city has
plenty of areas to use for docking facilities.
I carmot conceive of anyone being stupid or ignorant enough to hesitate for one minute
in deciding to accept the offer.
I believe these sand dunes should be used for every type of recreation and possibly for
school areas, etc.
The areas in the imnediate vicinity of playgrounds and schools do not appeal to owners
of better type horres.
To ~ mind, the refusal of city offici,als to decide against accepting this offer is a
horrible example. Do not saddle the new city planner with someone else's stupid actions .
Asataxpayer, I demand the islands be examined by the new city plB1U1er.. .
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