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1983-05-16 Regular Meeting3305 3 AGENDA ITEM #XI - ADJOURNMENT at 8:00 P.M. There being ATTEST: : no further business the meeting adjourned EDWARD W. D• ei CHAIRMAN /MAYOR CITY OF OKEECHOBEE ` '� / ' ' , D.0 - THE CLERK "S OFFICE. BONNIE S. THOMAS, CMC CITY CLERK CITY OF OKEEC OBEE THERE IS A TAPE OF THIS MEETING IN ITS ENTIRETY ON FTT.F IN REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, MAY 16, 1983 The City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, net in regular session in Council Chambers, 55 Southeast Third Avenue, Okeechobee, at 7:00 P.M. Chairman /Mayor Edward W. Douglas called the meeting to order with the following Councilmen present: Edward W. Douglas, Chairman /Mayor James H. Knight, Vice Chairman Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Oakland Chapman Oscar Thomas Others present were: Bonnie S. Thamas, City Clerk Richard C. Fellows, City Administrator David M. Conlon, City Attorney James Broome, Consulting Engineer Larry Mobley, Police Chief L. Keith Tamey, Fire Chief Rosemary Miller, Executive Secretary Janice M. Mann, Deputy Clerk 1 1 11 ill 71 1 3306 06 83 -2 83 -49 AGENDA ITEMS #II & #III - INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was offered by City Clerk, Bonnie S. Thomas, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. AGENDA ITEM #IV - APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Douglas called for any corrections, deletions, or additions to the minutes. None being noted, Councilman Watford moved that the minutes of April 18, 1983, and May 2, 1983 be approved as presented, seconded by Councilman Chapman. Notion carried. AGENDA ITEM #V - EMPLOYEE "CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION" Chairman /Mayor Douglas presented "Certificate of Appreciation" to the :employees who have been with the City of Okeechobee for ten years or more, and thanked them individually for their dedication and hard work down through the years. The employees were: Cleveland Lamb, Street Department; Larry Mobley, Police Department; Shirley Logston, Police Department; Phillip Purvis, Police Department; L.C. Fortner, Jr., Public Works Department; and Johnny Bennett, Water Department; Beatrice Castorina, Building Department. Chairman Douglas then presented Fire Chief Torrey with a proclamation for the "Fire- fighters Appreciation Week" to recoynize the sincere and dedicated contribution to the safety and welfare of the citizens of the State of Florida and the City of Okeechobee. AGENDA ITEM #VI - ANDY RUBIN - AMERICAN LEGION Citizen Andy Rubin appeared before the Council to discuss the work of the American Legion in connection with the food program in Okeechobee County. Mr. Rubin informed the Council that the County Commissioners have agreed to supply the vehicle and man power to transport the food supply to Okeechobee County each month, as their contribution to the Food Distribution Program of this County. Rubin noted that the American Legion, up to this point, has paid all costs to keep the program going. However, financial assistance is needed. Rubin asked that the Council consider contributing One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) per month for the remainder of this fiscal year, and One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) per month or Twelve Hundred Dollars ($1,200.00) per year for each fiscal year the program is in operation. The Council discussed the request briefly. Rubin explained the process of receiving and distributing the food supplies. Administrator Fellows advised that the funds could come fran contingencies. Brief discussion ensued regarding possible Double Taxation. All agreed, however, the program is needed. Councilman Watford expressed concern with this donation as he has all other donation request in the past (ie: Council on Aging) "The Food Distribution Program is very worthwhile, 3 3307 83 -50 83 -51 83 -38 however, I don't believe the City is set up for any type of welfare program. The City is set up to provide certain services only and should not have to choose which charities to support ". Following brief discussion, Councilman Chapman moved to take One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) per month from contingencies for the remainder of this fiscal year; providing that if the program ceases so does the contribution, seconded by Councilman Thanas. Councilman Watford asked if the monthly donation was just for the remainder of this fiscal year. Councilman Chapman stated, "Yes, the following year would be discussed at budget time ". Vote on the motion carried. AGENDA ITEM #VII - APPLICATION FOR TAXI SERVICE Chairman Douglas called for discussion by the Council on an application from Peg Ullenbruch to purchase the esisting Taxi Service in Okeechobee and asked for authorization for the issuance of a permit. Douglas noted that all facits have been checked by the Police Department. Administrator Fellows added that the insurance binder has been obtained and all is in order subject to Council's approval. Councilman Thanas asked for an explanation. Attorney Conlon advised, "The City, by ordinance, is actually granting these a franchise to operate the Taxi Service in the City of Okeechobee. If all is in order the City would not be liable ". Councilman Knight moved that the City accept the application, seconded by Councilman Chapman. Councilman Watford asked if someone on the City's Staff has verified the applicant's experience, etc. Fellows advised the Police Department has done a background check on the applicant. She appears to meet all the criteria in the ordinance. With no further discussion, Chairman Douglas called for a vote on the motion to accept the application. Notion carried. AGENDA ITEM #VIII - PROPOSAL FOR PAINTING CITY HALL Chairman Douglas noted the next item of business was action by Council on the proposals for painting City Hall and the Bottan of the New Public Safety Building. Administrator Fellows advised that the bids received were extremely high, much higher than anticipated. Fellows suggested the Council reject all bids until the new budget year. Councilman Knight moved to reject all bids, seconded by Councilman Thomas. Notion carried. AGENDA ITEM #IX - FINAL HEAPING - ORDINANCE AMENDING BOND ORDINANCE Chairman Douglas announced to everyone present that this would be a Public Hearing only, not a Final Minoring, on an ordinance amending the Bond Ordinance providing for the issuance of Three Million, Two Hundred Twelve Thousand, Nine Hundred Dollars ($3,212,900) in Revenue T 3308 83 -43 'Certificates for construction of a new area wide Wastewater Treatment Plant and Sewage Collection System. Due to further legal technicalities the Final Hearing will be June 6. The title was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORDINANCE CODE OP THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 485 BEING AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $3,212,900 OF REVENUE CERTIFICATES FOR DEVELOP- MENT OF THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM; SAID AMENDMENT AMENDS SECTION 1 RELATIVE TO THE REFERENCE THEREIN TO SECTION 3.04 (J) OF ORDINANCE 356 AND CORRECTING SAID REFERENCE BY CHANGING 3.04 (J) TO 3.04 (K); AMENDING SECTION 3 SUB - PARAGRAPH (E) SAID AMENDMENT WILL CHANGE REFERENCE TO SECTION 3.04 (J) TO 3.04 (K); ALSO AMENDING SECTION 14 (B) WHICH REGULATES THE APPLICATION OF THE PROCEEDS OF THE 1983 BONDS; SAID AMENDMENT PROVIDES A SUM NOT EXCEEDING $335,260 TO BE PLACED IN A RESERVE ACCOUNT AT THE OPTION OF THE ISSUER; ALSO AMENDING SECTION 16, SUB- PARAGRAPH (D), SUB- PARAGRAPH 3 TO REQUIRE MONTHLY DEPOSITS OF $1, 794.00 UNTIL THE RESERVE ACCOUNT REACHES A SUM OF $335,260.00; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The Chairtan called for comments. Citizen Andy Rubin asked if what he heard was correct, that it was going to Licensed Bond Attorneys in Tallahassee. Administrator Fellows advised that the matter was going through Licensed Bond Counsel in Jacksonville. Rubin then asked, "If the City Clerk /Finance Officer has been kept up -to -date concerning the bonds. Also, will the City Clerk get a copy of the bonds later on ?" Chairman Douglas advised, "That as City Clerk it will be her responsibility to keep and maintain the bonds records." Rubin then asked if the bonds will have to be sealed by the Clerk with the City Seal? Attorney Conlon advised, "If bonds require a seal or signiture, they can be sealed or signed for anyone who can not be present. It would be required that at least one person be present, that would be the person to do the last signiture. It is better to have everyone that needs to sign, sign an original, however, there have been bond issues where either a seal or a facsimile signiture was put on the bonds; and the bonds were delivered to the closing ". Councilman Knight moved to continue the Public Hearing on June 6, 1983, seconded by Councilman Watford. Notion carried. AGENDA ITEM #X - MICROFILM BIDS Chairman Douglas noted receipt of bid tabulations and the recommendations relative to bids for microfilming equipment for the City Clerk's office. Chairman Douglas explained that the bids were too high for the monies allocated. It has been determined a used camera is available which along with a new reader - printer would bring the quotations into line with the monies allocated. City Clerk explained the bids received noting that the law bid was fran Eastman Kodak company. The Clerk has determined the City should have a rotary camera as opposed to a planatary camera. The rotary camera will save a great deal of time. Clerk Thanas advised the Council that 3 M Company has a new /used rotary camera, five months old which they say is the same as the 3 M DF5000 they bid on. They will sell the 33j9 83 -32 used camera for $4,995.00 which is $3,505.00 less than the one they bid on. The used camera comes with all guarantees and warrantees of a new one. The Clerk explained, "After a conversation with Councilman Knight earlier today, I found there is a possibility of contracting the microfilming job out. If contracted, a company will come to the City, and organize and microfilm all the City records to date. After the initial expense of approximately Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), the same company would microfilm the City's documents each year for the equivalent cost of a yearly maintenance contract. The City could lease the needed reader - printer." The Council discussed the various options briefly, followed by a motion by Councilman Knight to reject all bids, seconded by Councilman Thomas. Vote unanimous. Councilman Knight suggested the Clerk check into contracting the service out, and moved to advertise for bids on contracting services, seconded by Councilman Chapman. Notion carried. AGENDA ITEM #XII - LAND LOCKED PROPERTY - ORIN T F.F Chairman Douglas called for discussion by the Council on acceptance of a twenty -five foot (25') right- of-way from William Stratton for road, drainage and utility purposes. Adnunistrator Fellows advised, "The City Attorney feels that we need to have title insurance policies to make sure that the people granting the right -of- -way and the easement have full control of the property. We have copies of the deeds, however, that does not tell you if there are any liens or anything of that nature outstanding." Attorney Conlon explained the nature and the need for title insurance. Council discussed the issue briefly. Councilman Watford moved to accept the two twenty -five foot (25') easement agreements, provided the property owners provide the proper documentation and a title insurance policy in the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00), seconded by Councilman Knight. Council discussed, at length, the need for a survey of the area to be conducted and who will provide a legal description of the roadway. Engineer Broome advised that a legal description can be prepared without a survey at this time. Councilman Watford brought up for discussion, the actual installation of the roadway, noting the present policy being that roads are put in at the developer's expense. Watford thought that the property owners expect the City to put the road in making an exception to the current policy. Contractor Elbert Batton stated, "Mr. Cantrell does expect the City to put the road in ". Councilman Chapman, Thomas and Douglas agreed that the City should put the road in since the City created the problem in 1956. Council discussed the matter at length. Councilman Watford noted that if the City had owned the right -of -way property since 1915, the City, under its present policy, would not put the street in. It would be done at the developer's expense. Councilman Watford stated, "The Tilt T-I I 3310 83 -21 way I understand it, all we are voting on is to accept the twenty -five foot (25') right-of-may contingent on the title insurance. That does not mean, under our present policy, we are going to open up the street." With no further discussion, Chairman Douglas called for a vote on the motion to accept the easements subject to a Ten Thousand Dollar ($10,000.00) title insurance policy. Vote on motion carried. The Chair called for action regarding the street right -of -way. Councilman Thomas asked for a cost estimate to complete the project. Director Fortner advised that the Five Hundred Foot (500') segment with two culverts, six and one -half inches (61 ") of shell for future paving, will cost approximately Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) contract price; Four Thousand Dollars ($4,000.00) if the City does the work. Councilman Thomas stated that he felt the City was responsible and moved that the right- of-way be put in at the City's expense. Attorney Conlon asked for a point -of- order. "Because of the outstanding resolution ", Conlon advised, "The motion should authorize the drafting of a resolution declaring these special facts inapplicable with the existing resolution, so that it continues on the books ". Councilman Thomas so moved, seconded by Countilman Chapman. The Chair called for discussion. Councilman Watford stated, "I realize the City created the problem, however, there are other factors to take into consideration. In 1956, none of the property owners objected to the street being closed eliminating the access to the land, therefore, part of the responsibi- lity does not fall on the City. If we accepted an easement from anyone else today, we would not open that street. I do sympathize with the land owners, however, this is not that special a case ". Councilman Chapman added, "The developers should have researched the matter prior to any development ". Councilman Watford continued by asking, "Do we owe any property owner a road to their property? I think we would answer - "No ". The City did not close a street in front of some - one's hare, the lots were platted but undeveloped ". Following lengthy discussion, Chairman Douglas called for a vote on the motion to draft a resolution authorizing the roadway by put in at the City's expense. Councilmen Thomas, Chapman and Douglas voted Yes. Councilmen Knight and Watford voted No. Motion carried. AGENDA ITEM #XI - STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM Chain Douglas called for discussion by the Council as to the desirability of joining the Florida State Retirement System. Douglas asked the Administrator to give a brief overview of the situation. 3311 83 -47 Administrator Fellows stated, "Basically I was asked by the Council toslook into it to see whether or not the benefits offered by the Florida Retirement System were at least equal to or better than the benefits offered by the City's Plan. Basically the two systems are very much alike, however, the state plan is not contri- butory, which means the City would have to pay the entire amount of contributions the City employees pay. Also, under the existing Chapter 175 for Firemen and Chapter 185 for Policemen, the City receives a contribution in excess of TWenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000.00) per year. If the employees of the Police and Fire Department voted to join the Florida Retirement System, the City would no longer receive that benefit ". The Council discussed the various options briefly and the impact it would have on the City budget. Director Fortner stated, "It will cost the City an additional Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000.00) per year just for the general employees over and above the present cost. The City would have no control over the plan whatsoever. We have a very sound plan and would like to encourage the City to stay with the plan. If switching to the State Plan, it should be determined how much it is going to cost the employees to buy into the system with their past service. The City now controls the plan with its trustees and the City contributes Five Percent (5 %). If the City is interested in this I would like to see the City put the 10.75% into our local plan and watch it grow. Keep everyone in our local plan where we have control over what happens with the money". Administrator Fellows added, "We need to look at all the Pros and Cons, right now it appears as if the Cons out weigh the Pros. There are certain people in the City who would benefit greatly if we were members of the Florida Retirement System. It would also allow people working _ in other cx rnanities, that are in the Florida Retirement System to transfer their benefits if employed by the City of Okeechobee ". Chief Taney pointed out that, "Under the Firefighters Pension Plan, Statute 121 State of Florida Retirement Fund, you must allow a referendum for Police and Fire employees, majority ruling. If the majority went with the State Retirement system, it would cost. the City 14.-75% contribution, whereas now it costs the City nothing. Also, all the monies received by the City from the State for the Police and Fire pension funds would have to be reimbursed to the State." Following discussion, the Council agreed to remain with the present pension plan. AGENDA ITBM #MII - MAYOR TO CALL E AUDIENCE Citizen Rucker Wilcox asked that the administrator update the Council on his request. Fellows advised, "working with Engineer Broome, we are investigating the possibility of using Wilcox's area as a test for a 'low pressure sewer system'. A system where no gravity lines are involved, it includes a tank similar to a septic tank and a small pump to pump the effluent out to a pressure line, and pumped from there to the lift station. It is alleged that this system can be installed for half of what a gravity sewer system costs. 1 11F TI I 3312 83 -52 All the data has not been compiled as of this date to make a recommendation to the Council." Rucker Wilcox thanked the Council and staff for the work that has been done so far. Wilcox then objected to Council's action tonight to open and construct a right- of-way at City's expense in order to correct a situation created in 1956. Wilcox stated that he had asked the City to open a portion of Southwest 6th Avenue and was refused by the City administrator. Wilcox felt the situation was similar, and advised, "I even offered to clean the right -of -way, dig the swells and pay half the cost of the shell, but was turned down." The Council discussed the matter briefly, and advised Mr. Wilcox the matter will be researched. Citizen Andy Rubin thanked the Council, Mr. Fellows and Director Fortner for correcting several matters borught to their attention at the last regular meeting. However, the hazardous condition still exists in the alleyway that runs behind Dr. Kravitz office and the Daniel's building. Limbs are breaking off the large dead pine trees. Adminiitrator Fellows advised the alley does exist. "We have recieved three quotations: $1,700.00 fran Asplund; $1,400.00 form Rock -a -Way; and $600.00 fran Charlie's. Tree Service. We feel the City is not totally responsible, therefore, we suggest the property owners should share in the cost." The Council instructed Administrator Fellows to negotiate the removal of the trees from the alleyway. AGR DA ITEM #XIV - MAYOR TO CALL ON CITY CLERK, CITY ATTORNEY, CITY ADMINISTRATOR, AND COUNCIIN ET FOR REPORTS AND /OR REQUESTS City Clerk - Budget Calendar Clerk Thomas presented the preliminary budget calendar for the 83/84 fiscal year and gave a brief overview of it. City Adminsitrator - Pay Plan Administrator Fellows asked for clarification regarding merit increases and the pay plan. "During salary discussions last year the matter of cost of living increases were discussed. The City agreed to give five percent (5 %) with the further provision that each employee would receive a one step increase from the merit pay plan on his or her anniversary date (this year only). In addition to that, we had proposed that each employee be evaluated, to determine (in addition to the one step increase) whether or not they had performed in a manner above and beyond the call of duty, and if so receive an additional step. Beginning next year an employee would receive a cost of living raise only. A merit increase would only be given upon evaluation by his or her supervisor." 3313 3 _ _ -- 83 -53 The Council discussed the issue. This year employees receive 0% for unsatisfactory; 21% for satisfactory; and 5% for above satisfactory on their anniversary date. Assistant Director Steve Figley stated, "The pay plan should reflect the cost of living increases each year. New employees are started at the same base salary as someone hired in 1980. If a five percent (5 %) cost of living raise is to reflect cost of living, then the bottom pay for each job should be increased five percent (5 %). This has not been done. A year goes by and step one becomes step three (given the five percent (5 %) costs of living raise), however, we are still starting a new man at step one. The second year goes by, the cost of living goes up five percent (5 %) more, now we have people at step five, but we still start a new man at step one." Figley further explained, "For example, I am operating at my at a pay grade four step one, and I do not improve during the year. October 1, rolls around, you determine cost of living went up five percent (5 %), but my merit did not go up. I should still be at step one, but step one should be five percent (5 %) higher than it was a year ago to reflect that. Now when that is the case, if some day down the road I am at step six, it is not because cost of living went up fifteen percent (15 %) during that period of time, it is because I happened to improve in my abilities from a step one to a step six. Veen I reach step twelve I will have topped out. At present we have employees up to step twenty which reflects nothing on their merit. As someone mentioned, you could be a laborer under that system and make $40,000.00 per year." The Council discussed the matter at length, and agreed the pay plan should be up- graded by cost of living increases each year. COUNCILMAN OAKLAND CHAPMAN - SIREN Councilman Chapman brought up for discussion, the request to use the siren for the Volunteer Firemen's meeting and also to blow it for any structural fire which occurs within the City. Councilman Chapman objected to the request, noting the City purchased pagers for each fireman and volunteer to eliminate any problem of contacting then when needed. The Council discussed the request. Councilman Watford felt there were advantages in using the siren, as it warns the citizens to watch for the trucks, etc. Councilman Knight thought it would be alright to try using it for a while again. Councilman Watford stated the Fire Chief should establish the need for using the siren first, and present those reasons to the Council. Councilman Douglas stated the pagers were purchased to solve the problems and objected to the siren being blown for the volunteer meetings, however, it could be used to warn of structure fires, etc. f 1 1 111 1 3314 83 -54 83 -33 83 -55 Councilman Chapman moved to stay with the present system of using pagers, and work out a system with the civil defense for emergencies (tornadoes, etc.) only, seconded by Councilman Thomas. Councilman Watford moved tb amend the motion to reconsider the request if the Fire Chief can present data justifying the change, seconded by Councilman Knight. The Chair called for a vote on the motion to amend the motion to remain as is. Councilmen Watford, Knight and Douglas voted yes. Councilmen Chapman and Thomas voted no. Notion to amend the motion carried. The Chair called for a vote on the amended motion to remain with the present system but reconsider the request if the Fire Chief can present data justifying a change. Councilmen Watford, Knight and Douglas voted yes. Councilmen Chapman and Thomas voted no. Notion carried. COUNCILMAN JAMES KNIGHT - SIDEWALK Councilman Knight noted a need for a sidewalk in Okeechobee Estates. Knight expressed concern with the many pedestrians in the area having to walk in the street. Director Fortner advised that the water line is on the east side of eighth avenue and the future sewer lines would be on the same. A sidewalk will not interfere with any water or sewer line. Following brief discussion, Council asked that cost estimates be worked up for a sidewalk in that area. COUNCILMAN DOWLING WATFORD - DISCRIMINATION SUIT REQUIREMENTS MET Councilman Watford asked for an up -date on the final improvements in the Douglas Park area. Director Fortner advised that there are a few water line improvements yet to be done in that area and will be completed soon. COUNCILMAN DOWLING WATFORD - GRIEVANCE CC !flit Regarding the City's newly established grievance committee, Councilman Watford moved to approve the grievance committee members as follows, Gene O'Neill of the Police Department; Lynn White of the Fire Department; Lola Parker from the Clerk and Finance Office and Clyde Long and Rick Jordan from Public Works, seconded by Councilman Chapman. Motion carried. COMMENDATIONS: Councilman Watford commended the employees for their contributions recently in the "Anything Goes" event and the softball game. Councilman Knight suggested that letters of appreciation be sent to all those who participated. Council agreed. DIREC*TOR OF PUBLIC WORKS - NEW DEVELOPMENT Director Fortner informed the Council that an individual is wanting to develop fourteen (14) lots, Southwest of Oak Park, and is requesting the extension of water lines. Presently, the City has a two inch (2 ") line supplying water to Oak Park, which is exceeding its capacity. The master water plan has proposed a six inch (6 ") main to run West on Southwest 15th Street then South on Thirty-Second Avenue. 3315 3 The project would require twenty -four hundred feet of six inch (6 ") main. This would serve two purposes, 1) eliminate the two inch dead end which exists now and 2) serve the new area. Material cost would run approximately Fifty -Five Hundred ($5,500.00), we will be receiving fran the fourteen new connections, approximately Forty -Three Hundred Dollars ($4,300.00) in system capacity charges. The Council discussed the request. Attorney Conlon asked of the fire hydrant require- ment. Fortner advised, "In the past we have approached the County to approve hydrants, but to this date they have not approved any. Water lines are being put in without fire hydrants. Attorney Conlon asked that the Director of Public Works "Represent to us that if you do this (extension), this will in no way interfere with the Douglas Park Project." Director Fortner assured the Council that the Douglas Park Project will take precedence aver any other project. Council discussed the request for water line extension, at length, and also the present resolution requiring fire hydrants. To insure that the City receives the required system capacity charges for the proposed development, Councilman Watford suggested the motion could require a written agreement to pay the impact fees within one year. Following discussion, Councilman Watford moved to approve the installation of a six inch (6 ") water line, contingent on the developer paying the entire system capacity charge for the proposed development, realizing that our law suit projects came first, seconded by Council- man Thomas. Councilman Watford stated the present resolution should take care of the fire hydrants. Following discussion, Councilman Knight moved to amend the motion to include the require- ment that the County install the fire hydrants. Motion to amend died for a lack of a second. The Chair called for a vote on the original motion to approve the six inch (6 ") water line contingent on the agreement. Councilmen Watford, Thomas and Chapman voted yes. Council- man Knight opposed. Motion carried. AGENDA ITEM #XV - ADJOURNMENT There being no further discussion the meeting adjourned at 10:20 P.M. ATTEST: BONNIE S. THOMAS. • City Clerk EDWARD W. DOUGLAS, D.0 Chairman /Mayor / City of Okeechobee THERE IS A TAPE OF THIS MEETING IN ITS ENTIRETY ON FILE IN THE CLERK'S OFFICE. AGENDA CITY OF OKEECHOBEE COUNCIL CHAMBERS REGULAR MEETING MAY 16, 1983 7:00 P.M. 1. Call To Order Invocation - Ronnie Thomas, City C2erk Pledge of Allegiance - Mayor Edward Douglas IV. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of April 18, 1983 and the regular meeting of May 2, 1983. V. Presentation of "Certificates of Appreciation" to employees who have been with the city for ten years or more. VI. Citizen Andy Rubin to discuss the work of the American Legion in connection with the food program in Okeechobee County. VII. Discussion by the Council on an application from Peg Ullenbruch to purchase the existing taxi service in Okeechobee and authorization for issuance of a permit. VIII. Action by the Council on proposals for painting of City Hall and the bottom of the new Public Safety building. IX. Public hearing and final reading on an Ordinance amending the Bond Ordinance pro- viding for the issuance of $3,212,900 in revenue certificates for construction of a new area-wide wastewater treatment plant and sewage collection system. X. Receipt of bid tabulations and recommendations relative to bids for micro-filming equipment for the City Clerk's office. XI. Discussion by the Council as to the desirability of joining the Florida State Retirement system. XII. Discussion by the Council on acceptance of a 25 foot easement from John and Gwendolyn Cantrell and a 25 foot right-of-way from William Stratton for road, drainage and utility purposes. XIII. Mayor to call on anyone in the audience wishing to address the Council. XIV. Mayor to call on City Clerk, City Attorney, City Administrator and members of the Council for reports and/or requests. XV. Adjournment.