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CITY OF EDGEWATER
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
May 15, 1979
Mayor Christy called the Council Workshop to order at 6:30 P.M.
in the Mayor's Office.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Robert H. Chri sty
Councilman Louis J. Rotundo
Councilman David C. Ledbetter
Councilman Walter B. Sikes
Councilman Neil J. Asting
City Attorney Judson Woods
City Clerk Richard Weser
Police Chief Earl Baugh
Present
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Present
Present
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Present
Mayor Christy said that the"pu~pose of the ~orkshor was to discuss
Home Occupational licenses. Since the beginning of the fiscal year,
the City has issued twenty-five Home Occupational licenses.
The Council discussed the ordinance establishing the criteria for
Home Occupational licenses.
It was generally agreed that the Council should establish that all
the requirements have been met concerning Home Occupational licenses
prior to granting a license. They do not wish to deprive anyone from
making a living. However, these licenses should be checked periodically
to be sure that the requirements are being observed. This is particularly
important in regards to any storage. There is not supposed to be any
outside storage of materials in residential areas.
There was a discussion about school age youngsters operating businesses out
of their homes specifically lawn care service during the summer. It
was suggested that possibly the City could issue student licenses. However,
this would create additional paper work and should not really be necessary
for students who occasionally mow somebody's lawn.
It was pointed out that there have been frequent complaints from residents
concerning Home Occupational licenses. This is one way for the City
to check on whether or not the Home business is complying with the criteria
set by the ordinance. If they are complying, there is no reason why
they should not be allowed to continue their business.
It was suggested that the Council consider the possibility of raising
the license fees.
The Council also discussed the steps that should be taken regarding any
people that may be violating the requirements for their Home Occupational
License. The Police Chief could issue a warning concerning the violation.
If the warning is not heeded then the license should be revoked. If
a Councilman receives a complaint from a citizen, he should refer it
to the Police Chief.
Councilman Asting said that he would like to discuss the qualifications
that the City is looking for in a City Planner. A City Planner should
be able to apply for grants. This could be very important to the City
in the future.
A brief discussion followed concerning a City Planner, requirements for
the position, possible starting salary and a review of some of the
applicants for the position.
The Workshop was adjourned.
Minutes Submitted by: Nancy Blazi