11-17-1999
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CITY OF EDGEWATER
Planning and Zoning Board
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, November 17, 1999
6:30 p.m.
Chairn1an Garthwaite called to order the regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Board at 6:30 p.m.,
November 17, 1999 in the Community Center, 102 N. Riverside Drive, Edgewater, Florida.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Mr. Zeese, Mr. Masso, Mr. Azzarello, Mr. Ridner, and Chairman Garthwaite. Mr.
Ogram was excused and Mr. Y oukon was absent. Also in attendance was Lynne Plaskett, Planning Director,
Nikki Clayton, City Attorney, Donna DeCarlo, court reporter and Patricia Hayes, Board Coordinator.
APfROV AL OF MINUTES
Mr. Masso made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 27, 1999 and the August 25, 1999 Planning
and Zoning Board meetings. Motion passed 5-0.
OLD BUSINESS
None at this time.
NEW BUSINESS
Public Hearing - DA-9901 - Joe Martin, authorized agent for Scott and Jennifer Porta, requesting a
Development Agreement for 200-220 Dale Street.
Chairn1an Garthwaite read the staff comments arid asked if any Board members had visited the property.
None had since the last P&Z Board meeting. Chairman Garthwaite opened the public hearing. Ms. Clayton
asked why Staff recommended changing the wording in Section 3 - Duration of Agreement, from "shall' to
"may". Ms Plaskett explained the reasons for the change in wording. Joe Martin, stated that he had no
problem with the wording either way.
Chairman Garthwaite asked about the buffer on the west side of the property. Joe Martin replied that this is a
site plan issue and the site plan will adhere to the zoning ordinance. The intention is to leave as much natural
vegetation as possible.
Chairman Garthwaite asked for comments from the floor. Mr. O'Brien, 1049 Roberts Lane, expressed
concern about the survey. Much discussion ensued with regard to how surveyors' property lines were
established and what recourses Mr. O'Brien had if he felt the survey was in error. Mr. O'Brien expressed
concern over environmental impacts, specifically endangered species. He requested a copy of the
Environmental Impact Study. Ms. Plaskett stated that the Planning Department would provide Mr. O'Brien
with a copy of the study ifhe would come by the office.
Mr. Dominic Capria, 606 Topside Circle, asked if the Board had considered the cost of 1.1 million dollars for
road improvements and sewer to the property and why the City was baring the cost. He then asked what
return could the residents expect and in what time frame. He also inquired about the cost of services
including water, recycling, and retention ponds. He further stated his concerns that the development would
have benefits, such as reclaimed water, that other areas of the city did not have. He also asked why the City
was paying for road improvements.
Joe Martin responded to Mr. Capria's concerns, stating that the road improvements as well as sewer and
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stonnwater costs were approximately $460,000 and were connected with the F.I.N.D. Project. He followed
with details about the costs and returns associated with both the Porta Development and the F.I.N.D. Project.
He further stated that reclaimed water was not planned for either project.
Being there were no further questions or comments, Chairman Garthwaite closed the public hearing. Mr.
Masso made a motion that the Board send a recommendation for approval of DA-990 1 to the City Council
including the staff recommendations. Mr. Azzarello seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0.
Public Hearing - DA-9902 - Golden Star of Central Florida, requesting a Development Agreement for
Royal Oak Community.
Chainnan Garthwaite read the background and staffs recommendations and opened the public hearing. He
asked if the six (6) staff recommendations had been incorporated into the final Development Agreement. Ms.
Plaskett replied that they had. Chairman Garthwaite asked about the decorative wall. Mr. Sam Merrill,
consulting engineer of Zev Cohen, stated he was not familiar with the details of the Development Agreement.
Ms. Plaskett read the portion of the Development Agreement proposed by Mary Hanson addressing this
issue. Mr. Merrill stated that the stipulations of the Agreement would be adhered to.
Being no further questions or comments, Chairman Garthwaite closed the public hearing. Mr. Zeese asked
what time frame this Development Agreement encompassed. Ms. Plaskett replied that the duration of the
Development Agreement was five (5) years.
Mr. Masso made a motion that the Board recommends approval of Development Agreement-9902, as
presented, to the City Council. Mr. Ridner seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Planning and Development Directors Report
None at this time.
B. Chairman's report
Chairman Garthwaite asked when the off-site franchise sign issue would be brought before the City
Council. Mrs. Plaskett asked Ms. Clayton if she knew, as the agenda request had been submitted for
the November 15th City Council Meeting. Ms. Clayton stated it was unknown at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no additional business to come before the Board, a motion was made and approved to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted by:
Patricia M. Hayes, Board Coordinator
Planning & Zoning Board
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