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1985-04-15 Regular MeetingI 36'79 - II REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, APRIL 15, 1985 85-1 �85-37 The City Council of the City of Okeechobee, met in regular session in Council Chambers, 55 Southeast Third Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida at 7:00 P.M. Chairman Oakland R. Chapman called the meeting to order with the following Councilmen present: Oakland R. Chapman, Chairman/Mayor Andy Rubin, Vice-Chairman/Vice Mayor Nick Collins, Councilman Edward W. Douglas, Councilman, absent Oscar Thomas, Councilman Others present were: Bonnie S. Thomas, City Clerk L.C. Fortner, Jr., Administrative Assistant Jerry Bryant, City Attorney Lydia , Jean Wilkerson, Deputy Clerk AGENDA ITEM #II & III - INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Invocation was offered by Reverend C.R. Kilgore, Pastor of the Church of God, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. AGENDA ITEM #IV - APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Chapman asked if there were any additions or deletions to the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 1, 1985. Councilman Rubin said that on Page 6, paragraph 3, he stated the minutes should read: %treet signs and speed limit signs were being knocked down", not "mail- boxes", as stated in the minutes. There being no further corrections, the minutes were approved as presented. AGENDA ITEM #V - APPEARANCES 1. Members of the Okeechobee Coun reement to mer Commission to discuss the City/County Interlocal ents. Commissioner Lashley addressed Council members and stated the County Commissioners had discussed the Interlocal agreement at their last meeting, and decided they should address the City Council and save time instead of corresponding by mail concerning the three items the City Council wished to have changed in the agreement. The first item concerning the Building Official's vehicle, he did not see any problem with returning the vehicle to the City if the Department merger fell through. The number of members to be appointed to the Planning and Zoning Board that live in the City limits, two or three members, (the City Council requested there be three members appointed by the City Council). Commissioner Lashley stated that two or three members would be fine with him, but he felt they should be appointed by the County Commissioners since the department would be run by the County Commissioners, but the names would be presented to the City Council for their approval. The building plans being reviewed by the City Departments was the next item to be discussed. Commissioner Lashley stated the Commissioners agreed that the building plans should first be sub- mitted to the City Public Works Department then to the City Fire Department. After the plans have been approved by the City Departments, the plans would then go to the County Building De- partment to receive their building permits. (Approximately a 24 hour turn -a -round for City's app- roval). Commissioner Bass addressed Council members saying that the City was a percentage of the County, therefore, he felt the Council should either go with the percentage of the population or take the two members for the Planning and Zoning Board (and be appointed by the County). Chairman Chapman asked the Council members for their feelings concerning the number of members to be appointed to the Planning and Zoning Board. Councilmen Rubiry Thomas and Collins stated they would agree to two (2) City residents being appointed to the Planning and Zoning Board by the County Commissioners. Chairman Chapman stated the Council agreed as long as the City Council had the chance to approve of the members which reside within the City limits. Commissioner Lashley reviewed the three changes for Council members as follows: 1) The Building Official's vehicle would revert back to the City in case the department merger did not go through. 2) A minimum of two board members must reside within the City limits, and they must have the City Council's approval. 3) All building plans must first be directed to the City Public Utilities Department, then to the City Fire Department, before the issuance of the building permit. Council members agreed to the amendments of the agreement. Attorney Bryant stated a couple of words needed to be changed in the agreement, before it was given to the County Commissioners the next day. Chairman Chapman stated that it was the concensus of the Council to agree to the changes in the agreement, and for Attorney Bryant to change the necessary wording before directing the agreement to the County Commissioners. Attorney Bryant stated the City had to repeal their ordinance. The County has to enact the City's Zoning and Building Ordinance (one that is identical to the City's). He suggested that the City and County must not do anything at this time until the agreement has been approved by Tallahassee. Councilman Rubiri made a motion that the Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Interlocal Agreement with the changes as made by the City Council. Councilman Collins seconded the motion. Motion carried. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT This Interlocal Agreement, made and entered into this IS rM day of April, 1985, by and between OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, acting through its Board of County Commissioners, hereinafter called the "County", and the CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, a municipal corporation hereinafter called the "City". 1. This Interlocal Agreement is adopted pursuant to Section 163.01, Florida Statutes. 2. It is understood and agreed between the parties that, effective May 1, 1985, or upon approval by the Florida Department of Legal Affairs, whichever is later, there shall --be one consolidated Okeechobee County Building and Zoning Department, operated by the County and having jurisdiction over all the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Okeechobee County. 3. The City Building and Zoning Department shall cease to exist as of May 1, 1985 or upon approval by the Florida Department of Legal Affairs, whichever is later, and the current City Building Official and Zoning Administrator shall become at that time an employee of the County, at the same salary, and entitled to all benefits enjoyed by any other employee of the County. His position and responsibilities in the consolidated department shall be determined by the County. He shall be entitled to continue contribution to the City's retirement system 3681 until August 31, 1985. Otherwise he shall be subject to all the provisions of the County's Personnel Policy regarding employees. The vehicles currently used by the City Building and Zoning Department shall be transferred to the County Building and Zoning Department and owned by the County. Upon the termination of this Agreement, all vehicles so transferred to the County Building and Zoning Department and which remain in service to the County shall be transferred back to the City. 4. The County shall amend its Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance 74-1) to extend its jurisdiction over the City. This amendment shall also include: a. adoption of the City's Zoning District Regulations and zoning districts currently in effect within the City. b. the provision that the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment shall have a total of seven (7) members, a minimum of two (2) of whom must reside within the City. The remaining members may reside anywhere within the County. All members shall be appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. C. the provision that all proposed rezonings for real property within the City shall, after consideration by the Planning Commission, be submitted for final disposition to the City Council. d. the provision that appeals from variance and special exception approval or denials shall be handled pursuant to Section 163.250, Florida Statutes. 5. The City shall be responsible for defending litigation regarding any rezoning, special exception, variances or appeal on property located within the City. 6. The County shall amend its Building and related codes (Ordinance 83-5) and Construction Licensing Board Ordinance (Ordinance 78-2) to extend their jurisdiction over the City. Amendment. shall also include a provision that fees for permits shall be uniform throughout the County's incorporated and unincorporated areas, as well as a provision that all applications for building permits involving property within the City shall be submitted to the City Public Works and Utilities Department and City Fire Chief for approval as to compliance with City water, sewer and drainage plans and fire safety code prior to the issuance of any permit. 3682 7. The City shall repeal all ordinances relating to Building and Zoning, effective at the date the County Ordinances cited above are amended. 8. The County Code Enforcement Board shall have sole jurisdiction over all zoning and building code matters that may arise within the City. 9. This Interlocal Agreement shall remain in effect from fiscal year to fiscal year, unless either party shall no later than July 1 of each year notify in writing the other party of its intent to terminate said agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto set their hands and seals on the day and date first above written. OKEECHOBEE COUNTY By: IV • jg�Ie'-,� V. cC - Ci`Iqt2MAnl es D. Lashley, Chairman » .....__� ... and of County Commissioners Okeechobee County, Florida (SEAL) Attest , tlq Ek, Board of County Commissioners y% • - :mow/I/%�/�_%� � City Clerk CITY OF OKEECHOBEE By kland Chapman, May City of Okeechobee 85-27 2) Connie Lopez to request permission for Pizza Hut to connect to the City's Sewerage System Director Fortner said that Ms. Connie Lopez called him inquiring as to the possibility of the Pizza Hut connecting to the City's sewer system. The Pizza Hut is experiencing some difficulty with their septic tank and drain field, therefore, they would like to connect to our sewer system. They are using approximately 2000 gallons per day. They would be required to install their own pump station and to connect to our force main on 441 South, at no expense to the City. They would then pay their system capacity's charge in order to connect. Since the City has a few thousand gallons of sewage capacity left at the sewer plant, the City could handle the wastewater from the Pizza Hut if the Council approved the connection. Council discussed the request briefly. Councilman Collins made a motion that the City extend the sewer services to the Pizza Hut. Councilman Rubin seconded the motion. Motion carried. 85-22 3) Trudy Kogut and Jack Hanes, representatives of Madray Enterprises, to request vacating and closing of streets in the northwest section of Okeechobee. Director Fortner explained to Council that Madray Enterprises were requesting a certain number of streets and alleys be abandoned or closed by the City, so they could use the entire area to build their facilities. This action would require an ordinance be adopted. The first reading of the ordinance could be held tonight. 3683 Council members discussed having the streets and alleys appraised, the reverter clause being included in the ordinance and the time limit on the construction. Director Fortner noted one problem he saw with the street and alley closings. On N.W. 14th Street, the City has a large drainage ditch which does occasionally need to be cleaned and he would like to have some time to study the situation. After further discussion by Council, Councilman Collins made a motion that an ordinance be set for first reading at the meeting of May 6th, 1985, the reverter clause and the one year beginning construction date be included. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. Motion carried. Attorney Bryant to have the ordinance prepared for the May 6th Public Hearing. AGENDA ITEM #VI -- PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE LOCAL IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WATER SHORTAGE PLAN OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES Councilman Collins made a motion that the ordinance be read by title only. Councilman Rubin seconded the motion. Motion carried. Mayor Chapman read the ordinance title as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR LOCAL IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WATER SHORTAGE PLAN OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; FOR ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Chapman asked if anyone in the audience had any comments. There were none. Councilman Collins made a motion that the ordinance be approved as read. Councilman Rubin seconded the motion. Motion carried. 85-29 AGENDA ITEM #VII - REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF A PARTIAL PAYMENT REQUEST FROM i WIDELL ASSOCIATES, INC., CONTRACTOR FOR THE NEW WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT -- Director Fortner stated he had a partial pay request from Widell & Associates, Inc., in the amount of $82,990.23 to be approved, pending Farmers Home approval. Councilman Thomas made a motion to approve the pay request for Widell do Associates in the amount of $82,990.23, pending Farmers Home approval. Councilman Rubin seconded the motion. Motion carried. 85-36 AGENDA ITEM #VIII - DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL BY COUNCIL OF A RESOLUTION REQUESTIN THE STATE_ OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND REHABILITIVE SERVICES, TO GRANT A UTILITY EASEMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING POTABLE WATER TO THE NEW WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT FROM THE STATE OWNED WATER TREATMENT PLANT i AT THE ECKERD YOUTH FOUNDATION Director Fortner stated, "We have previously discussed with the Council the plans to put down a well and the pressure tanks at the Wastewater Treatment Plant for drinking water. Since then we have contacted the Boy School officials requesting permission to connect to their water treatment plant at the Eckerd Youth Foundation. They have agreed but one of the documents they must have for filing in Tallahassee, is a resolution requesting an easement plus the state property from the wastewater treatment plant to their water plant." Councilman Thomas made a motion that the resolution be adopted. Councilman Collins seconded the motion. Motion carried. Mayor Chapman read the resolution as follows: A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE REQUESTING THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES TO GRANT A UTILITY EASEMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING POTABLE WATER SERVICE TO THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee has on the 23rd day of December, 1983, entered into a Lease Agreement with the State of Florida for the tract of land to be used for the construction and operation of a wastewater treatment plant and spray irrigation field, said parcel of land lying within Sections 26, 27, 34 and 35, Township 36 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County, Florida; and WHEREAS, The City has applied to the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services and to the Eckerd Youth Foundation for the provisions of potable water from the State owned water treatment plant to the wastewater treatment facility; and WHEREAS, a utility easement approved by the State of Florida from the State owned water treatment plant and across State lands to the leased parcel of land is necessary for the provisions of such potable water to the wastewater treatment facility. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA as follows: 1. The State of Florida, Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services is hereby requested to grant a utility easement to the City of Okeechobee for the purpose of providing potable water service to the parcel of land leased by the City of Okeechobee from the State of Florida, State Lands Management Office for the construction and operation of a wastewater treatment plant and spray irrigation field. 2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the State of Florida, Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services, attention of Mr. Jesse Palmer. 3. This Resolution shall take effect as provided by law. 85-16 AGENDA ITEM #IX - ACTION BY THE COUNCIL TO ESTABLISH POLICY PERTAINING TO RETIRED EMPLOYEES PARTICIPATION IN THE CITY'S GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM Director Fortner explained to Council that Olan Godwin, the retired Fire Chief, had been refused health insurance coverage with Florida Municipal Health and Trust due to his previous health problems. Lorena Spivey, the retired City Clerk, had been accepted. The premium for her insurance coverage would be $45.00 per month, $540.00 per year. The City presently pays the em- ployees premium. After further discussion by Council members, Councilman Collins made a motion that if the employees works with the City 10 years, the City would then pay 50% of the Health Insurance premium, ` for 15 years the City would pay 75%, for 20 years the City would pay 100% up to but not &er what j the current employees are paying. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. Director Fortner asked if military time was included in this or would it be actual time worked with the City. Councilman Collins changed his motion to say Continuous service with the City. Councilman Thomas agreed_to_the- amendment. Motion then carried. 85-32 AGENDA ITEM #X - INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF SEVERAL BLOCKS IN THE NORTHEAST SECTION FROM ITS CURRENT ZONING TO C.P O COMMERCIAL PROFESSIONAL OFFICES). Councilman Collins made a motion that the ordinance be read by title only. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. Motion carried. Mayor Chapman read the ordinance title as follows: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORDINANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE FLORIDA: AMENDING APPENDIX A BEING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE WHICH ESTABLISHES ZONING REGULATIONS AND PRO- VIDES FOR THE ADMINISTRATION, ENFORCEMENT AND AMENDMENT THEREOF; PRO- VIDING FOR A CHANGE IN THE CLASSIFICATION OF SPECIFIED LAND FROM RG-2 TO COMMERCIAL, RG-2 TO CPO, COMMERCIAL TO CPO AND RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY TO CPO. Mayor Chapman said the ordinance would be set for second and final reading on May 20th. Councilman Thomas made a motion to set the ordinance for second and final reading on May 20th. Councilman Rubin seconded the motion. Motion carried. (Action by the Council changing the meeting days to Tuesdays instead of Mondays, the final public hearing on this rezoning will be held 6-4-85 instea of 5-20-85). AGENDA ITEM #XI - MAYOR TO CALL ON THE AUDIENCE FOR ANYONE WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL Reverend C.R. Kilgore, Pastor of the Church of God, addressed Council stating he was a 3685 _ member of the committe that is trying to have the maternity ward at the local hospital re -opened. He then asked Council members for their support in this endeavor. Mayor Chapman asked Reverend Kilgore if a letter from the Council would help. Reverend Kilgore said any support would be helpful. Council members discussed the need of a maternity ward at the local hospital. Councilman Thomas asked Reverend Kilgore if the County Commissioners were helping the committee. Reverend Kilgore said the County Commissioners were trying to help get the maternity ward re -opened. A mid -wife program has already been started in Okeechobee at this time to help aid the birthing unit at the hospital, but a physician is needed to back the mid -wife up at the hospital. Councilman Thomas asked if a Resolution would help. Reverend Kilgore stated that it would be very helpful. Mayor Chapman stated that Attorney Bryant and Director Fortner would prepare the necessary resolution for the Council to adopt at their next regular meeting. Clerk Thomas stated the Clerk's office was in need of a Wori Processor. The word pro- cessor was not a budgeted item, but the Clerk's office has a continually increasing amount of paper work which could be processed in a shorter period of time and more efficiently with the equipment. The word processor would be able to handle the following items: minutes, occupational licenses, bond issue posting, C.D.'s, certificates of deposits, mass mailing (such as rezonings, letters concerning water and sewer information, Fire Department runs, Police Department runs, etc.) retirement system, ordinances, resolutions, indexing, inventories and faster record retrieval. Three proposals have been received on the word processor, they are as follows: Business Solutions, Inc. $3390. Tech Development $4429. -- NCR Products $5500. Clerk Thomas stated that she had Mid the total amount of the loweS proposal, if the balance could be paid from the Administration budget. Director Fortner stated that the word processor would save the City Clerk and her helpers valuable time, if it was used properly in preparing the minutes, ordinances, etc. There were funds in the Administrator's lapsed salaries which could be used for this piece of equipment. Councilman Collins stated he felt the word processor would be a very valuable asset to the City. In preparling the minutes it normally takes 10 to 20 hours to get the finished product. With the word processor the time was cut down to 3 to 4 hours. A large amount of time would be saved. Councilman Rubin stated that he has discussed the word processor with Clerk Thomas and he felt the word processor would save time and the Clerk's office needed it. Councilman Collins made a motion that the City purchase the word processor from Business Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $3390. Councilman Rubin seconded the motion. Motion carried. Clerk Thomas thanked the Council for their decision by seeing the need and approving the purchase of the word processor for the Clerk's office. 85-37 Director Fortner stated that the interlocal Agreement between the City and County on the Building Department merger might take up to 45 days before it is approved by the State Department, therefore, he felt the Council should consider extending Jim Wright's term on the Planning and Zoning Board (Mr. Wrights term expired March 31, 1985). There are four members presently on the board. By extending Mr. Wrights term, the City would not have to advertise requesting new members apply for the positions. Councilman Collins made a motion that the City extend Jim Wrights term, if he will accept �w the extension, until the Interlocal Agreement is approved by the State Department. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. Motion carried. Director Fortner reminded Council members of the trip the Council and Department Heads were taking Tuesday morning to Port Charlotte. Everyone planning to attend, meet at the City Hall at 7:00 A.M. The purpose of the meeting was to collect information on how the City could obtain certain Federal Grants/Funds. �- 15- �%5 -- 85-21 Director Fortner stated the next item to discuss was the Code Enforcement Officer, whether the Council wished to appoint an officer at this time. Council discussed the appointment of Lieutenant Rehmund Farrenkoph to fill this position immediately. Building Official Westbrook will continue hand- ling the Building and Zoning Office until the Interlocal Agreement is finalized. Police Chief Mobley stated that he would he willing to give it a try to see if it would work out. Mayor Chapman stated that he did not have any problem with Lieutenant Farrenkoph being appointed the Code Enforcement Officer, since he was a Police Officer he had the experience needed to prosecute the cases. Council- man Collins state he the this would be a good choice, since a lot of the time in these cases, the Police Department does not know that the Code Board is doing and vice versa. Councilman Rubin stated that he was not against the Police Department or the Lieutenant, but the City and City Council should know there is a court case going at the present time, Randy Whipple. He stated that he has been looking for a job that Randy could handle. Since Randy has worked with Mr. Westbrook one year and three months, and worked as a dog catcher, and knows the ordinances related to these jobs, he suggested the City invite Randy Whipple to work with the City, because Randy Whipple would win the law suit against the City due to him being handicapped, and with what was in the paper, there will be back pay for two and a half years and court proceedings. Councilman Rubin stated this was a perfect job for Randy. Mayor Chapman stated that he did not have anything against Randy but he did not feel that Randy was forceful enough for this particular job, when Liuetenant Farrenkoph had the neces- sary law enforcement training. Councilman Thomas made a motion that Lieutenant Farrenkoph be appointed as the Code Enforcement Officer, Building Official Westbrook to handle the Building and Zoning Board needs until the Interlocal Agreement has been approved by the State Department. Councilman Collins seconded the motion. Mayor Chapman asked for a vote on the motion. Councilmen Thomas and Collins were in favor of the motion. Councilman Rubin voted against the motion. Mayor Chapman voted for the motion. Motion carried. Councilman Rubin asked if there was going to be a pay increase. Mayor Chapman stated this would be discussed at a later time. Director Fortner stated there was a building in a street right of way on S.E. 2nd Avenue be- tween 16th and 17th Street, recognized as being the old Brad Thomas packing house. Since the con- struction of the additional theater, this 'has been brought to our attention. We need Council's decision on how you wish to dispose of this,item, either require them to move the building or give them an agreement to encroach in the street right of way. Attorney Bryant stated he had not looked into this yet, but he would research it. Mayor Chapman stated the Council would allow Attorney Bryant and Director Fortner to research the situation and report back to Council. Councilman Collins asked the other Council members how they felt about changing the time of the Council meetings from 7:00 P.M. on Mondays to an earlier time such as from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. since the Department Heads and other employees were not paid any additional money for attending the meetings at night. Mayor Chapman stated he did not have any problem with changing the time of the meetings. Councilman Thomas said he did not have any problem. Attorney Bryant stated there would probably be very few times that he would not be able to attend a meeting, so he would agree to the Change. Councilman Rubin suggested the hours be changed to 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. Councilman Collins asked if 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. would be O.K. Councilmembers agreed to the time change providing Councilman Douglas also agreed to the time change. Councilman Collins stated that he felt Steve Figley, Assistant Director of Public Works, should receive a pay increase due to the extra responsibility placed on him since Director Fortner became the City Administrative Assistant. A lengthy discussion was held by Council members concerning the amoun the pay increase should be. After the discussion, Councilman Collins made a motion to table the dis- cussion until the next regular meeting to allow Director Fortner time to investigate the matter by con- tacting surrounding cities to see what their employees are paid. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. Motion carried. Councilman Rubin stated the City Clerk was underpaid, and he felt her salary should be in- creased due to the amount of the responsibilities she has. 3687 A-15-85 11 Councilman Rubin stated he asked Attorney Bryant if he had received the Attorney General's opinion yet and he answered no that he had not received it as of this date concerning changing the City's election dates to those of the Countys. Councilman Rubin commented on the parking spaces at the reatt of the City Hall be changed so that the public would be able to park closer to the building, allowing the first parking space to be used for the handicapped parking. Councilman Rubin stated the City should advertise the City's 154 acres in several newspapers, to help promote the sale of the property. Councilman Rubin stated the City should try to get grants or funds to help rebuild the bridge on S.E. 8th Avenue. Also the City should begin to consider the street lights and caution lights that would be needed in the near future. Councilman Rubin stated that he was not satisified with the job Taddie Underground was doing. There were several problems that were not corrected by Taddie. Mayor Chapman commented on the parking spaces in the rear of City Hall. He felt the parking situations should be made as convenient as possible for the public. Mayor Chapman stated there was one lady that parks in the handicapped parking space at the recreation department which was not handicapped. He requested the Police Department inform the public on where they may purchase the necessary decals and for those who still park in the parking spaces, given thern-a-citation. Mayor Chapman asked Director Fortner to contact the owners of Winn Dixie to see if they could post the $100.00 fines on their handicapped parking signs. Councilman Collins stated the same problem exists at the U-Save grocery store. Mayor 1 Chapman asked that the City supply the signs and ask the property owner to put them up. Councilman Rubin stated that he would be seeing Bill Miller at the Central Florida Regional Planning Council meeting and he has already requested information from him concerning the Com- prehensive Plan. AGENDA ITEM #XIII - ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to disc Mayor ATTEST: BONNIE S.THOMAS, CMC City Clerk AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 15, 1985 - 7:00 P.M. I. Call to order. Invocation offered by a member of the Ministerial Association. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Oakland Chapman. IV. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of April 1, 1985. V. Appearances: Members of the Okeechobee County Commission to discuss the City/County Interlocal Agreement to merge building departments. Connie Lopez to request permission for Pizza Hut to connect to the city's sewerage system. Trudy Kogut and Jack Hanes, representatives of Madray Enterprises, to request vacating and closing of streets in the northwest section of Okeechobee. VI. Public hearing and final reading of an ordinance to provide local implementation of the water shortage plan of the South Florida Water Management District; providing for enforcement and penalties. VII. Review and approval of a partial payment request from Widell Asso- ciates, Inc., contractor for the new wastewater treatment plant. VIII. Discussion and approval by Council of a resolution requesting the State of Florida, Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services, to grant a utility easement for the purpose of providing potable water to the new wastewater treatment plant, from the State owned water treatment plant at the Eckerd Youth Foundation. Ix. Action by Council to establish policy pertaining to retired employees participation in the city's group health insurance program. X. Introduction and first reading of an ordinance to amend the Comprehen- sive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Okeechobee, changing the zoning classification of several blocks in the northeast section from its current zoning to C.P.0 (Commercial, Professional Office). XI. Mayor to call on the audience for anyone wishing to address the Council. XII. Mayor to call on the City Clerk, Administrative Assistant, City Attorney and Councilmen for reports and/or requests. XIII. Adjournment. l� T-- S_ �= r� J • l; 661, -tin k_ a rw,7 cc' C` _tdL 1 t r-U MP ate LC��uI� 4 J Jr l r 1 e, t4 t G w., 'v t...�� C4 CIGIC, 0-3 kY `71 oc /-V0 L-5, L Y-iL2�L� /'Cgd� ikl-, • Pid U-k-1 TO der c 4lu 1-11k4, Cc' _P4 dLL4f A- It, (5f at( C�kejt blk Sil N hblcq hPunleS) m -4 Cie Tu "2 f� 6 V- 6 ie 6o Loki-) �6 oi� 40 (("' - 9 1(71 / '� q �-( �(.1. c Yc'cK puv-'oGT'af"(-- 6/o eh(coc- CIL J1, c i Ic /A On ---------- jlllck , ''/ 'Ji C,