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City Council
Michael Thomas,Mayor
Christine Power,District 1
Gigi Bennington,District 2
Mike Ignasiak,District 3
Gene Emter,District 4
Monday,October 6,2014 5:00 PM Council Chambers
Town Hall Meeting
Mayor Thomas called the Town Hall Meeting to order at S:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Present Mayor Michael Thomas
Councilman Mike Ignasiak
Councilman Gene Emter
Councilwoman Gigi Bennington
City Manager Tracey Barlow
City Clerk Bonnie Wenzel
Absent Councilwoman Christine Power
Mayor Thomas opened the meeting for public comment.
Ms. Alice Halderman, 930 Lake Avenue thanked the Council for having Lake Avenue paved and
stated that it looks very nice; and that she is concerned about the amount of glass broken by the
recycling contracting company personnel during pick up.
Council, staff and Ms. Halderman discussed the recycling contractor procedures and City Manager
Tracey Barlow stated that it was the first complaint of broken glass that he had received, and the
Public Works Director Brenda Dewees was taking a note and would carry the concern to the City's
contractor.
Councilman Emter congratulated Finance Director John McKinney and full staff for a successful
Edgefest stating that everyone had a good time and enjoyed the activities; and that the City just had a
brochure printed dealing with signs and the sign Code for businesses letting them know what they
can do in accordance with the City's Code and that the brochure has been well received by the
business community.
Ms. Agnes Witter, 223 Flagler Avenue, Council and staff discussed the Homeless meeting that was
held in DeLand; possible homeless locations in Edgewater; homeless issues; and future needs and
support on the Safe Harbor proposal.
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Councilwoman Christine Power arrived at 5:16p.m.
The Council and staff discussed the number of housing permit applications and their status;
annexations that are in the pipeline and possible future annexations; an update on Deering Park and
Restorations; and City Manager Barlow introduced Edgewater's new Economic Development
Coordinator, Samantha Bishop.
Dan Blazi, 220 Oak Branch Drive discussed the planned support for Edgewater's Haunted Forest
and congratulated the City for Edgefest events.
Financial Director John McKinney presented an update of planned activities and vendors for the
November 1, 2014 Edgefest being held at Hawks Park, announced the Cornhole Tournament and
Battle of the Badges Backyard BBQ winners; and discussed planned venues and support for future
Edgefest events.
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Thomas adjourned the meeting at 5:33 p.m.
Minutes submitted by:
Mitch Honaker
Deputy City Clerk
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