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SPECIAL MEETING - FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING PROPOSED TUESDAY,FEBRUARY 24, 1981
USE PRESENTATION
The City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, convened into a Special Federal
Revenue Sharing Meeting on February 24, 1981 at 6:30 P.M. with the following Council members
Present: Oakland Chapman, Dowling Watford and Jim Knight. Also present and making the Proposed
Use Presentation to Council was Appointed Administrator of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds and
City Clerk Bonnie S. Thomas. Others present were: Administrative Assistant to the Mayor
R.C. Fellows and Deputy Clerk Janice Mann.
Proposed Uses for the Twelfth Entitlement to be incorporated into the 1980 -81 General Fund
budget were as follows:
Unappropriated Funds $91,191.94
1) $30,000.00 - computer
2) $6,000.00 - gasoline storage tank
3) $3,200.00 - Xerox machine with collator
(Police Department)
4) $6,000.00 - new radios
5) $8,000.00 - new patrol car
Total Requests Presented.
Balance to be appropriated by Council
$53,200.00
$37,991.94
SECOND HEARING DATE
A second and final hearing was set by Council for Federal Revenue Sharing Funds on
March 24, 1981.
ADJOURNMENT
Special meeting was then adjourned at 7:00 P.M.
ATTEST:
Bonnie S. Thomas
City Clerk
City of Okeechobee
dward Douglas
Chairman /Mayor
City of Okeechobee
SECOND REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24,1981
The City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, convened in a regular session
in Council Chambers at City Hall, Okeechobee, on Tuesday, February 24, 1981, at 7:00 P.M.
Chairman Edward W. Douglas presided with the following Councilmen present: Donald Burk, Jim
Knight, Dowling Watford, Jr., and Oakland Chapman.
Others present were: City Clerk Bonnie S. Thomas, Administrative Assistant Richard C.
Fellows, City Attorney David Conlon, Fire Chief Keith Tomey, Police Chief Larry Mobley,
Director of Public Works Assistant StEphen Figley,Building Inspector J.M. Westbrook and
Deputy Clerk Janice M. Mann.
The Invocation was offered by Councilman Jim Knight.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilna_i Watford moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of February 10
and Federal Revenue Sharing Hearing of February 16, 1981, seconded by Councilmen Knight,
vote unanimous.
WIDENING OF 441 - MARY ARNOLD
Mrs. Mary Arnold appeared before the Council to appeal for support for a group known as
"Concerned Citizens for the widening of South U.S. 441 Now." Mrs. Arnold requested the
Council declare by (Resolution) the week of March 9, thru March 14th as "Widen, Resurface
441 Now," week. The goal is to have the petition signed by 10,000 citizens that use Hwy.
441. The petition will be sent to Tallahassee and Washington.
Councilman Watford noted the Council has already passed a resolution on January 27,
1981 concerning this matter and suggested sending a copy of the Resolution along with
the petition.
Councilman Burk moved to have a proclamation drawn up by the mayor also, seconded by
Councilman Knight, vote unanimous.
JACK BUTLER - STREET OPENING REQUEST
Jack Butler appeared to request the opening of a portion of N.W. 11th Street and
extension of water service for the development of residential property.
Butler approached former - Councilman Russell Domer personally in 1976 (not in meeting)
with this same request. Councilman Domer advised that if Mr. Butler showed indication of
building, the City would put the street in.
City Policy has changed since then, making the developer responsible for expenses of
road installation. Butler feels his original offer with past Councilman Domer should stand.
Councilman Watford felt this request should be considered as a new one and follow
present policy requirements.
Councilman Chapman noted that if Mr. Butler had received a vote by the Council in
1976 the present Council would have to fulfill the agreement. However, since it was never
brought before the Council it must be considered as a new request.
Butler stated he was unaware the City policy had changed.
Councilman Burk did not wish to deviate from present policy, the entire Council agreed,
and the request was denied.
PUBLIC HEARING
SECOND AND FINAL READING - HESTER REZONING REQUEST
Chairman Douglas read the proposed Amendment to 402 as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 402 - ( )
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 402, BEING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE WHICH
ESTABLISHES ZONING REGULATIONS FOR THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA, AND PROVIDES FOR THE
ADMINISTRATION, ENFORCEMENT, AND AMENDMENT THEREOF. AMENDMENT CHANGES CLASSIFICATION OF
SPECIFIED LAND FROM RESIDENTIAL, GENERAL (RG -2) TO COMMERCIAL (C).
WHEREAS, application has been duly made to change the zoning classification as hereinstated,
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WHEREAS, all public notices have been duly published according to law, and
WHEREAS, public hearings have been held as required by Ordinance 402, and
WHEREAS after consideration of the requirements of Ordinance 402 and the land use plan
of the City of Okeechobee and the publics interest, it is deemed to be in the best interest of
the City of Okeechobee to change the zoning classification of the land lying within the
limits of the City of Okeechobee as hereinstated; now therefore
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA.
SECTION 1. That the following described real property is hereby rezoned from Residential,
General (RG -2) to Commercial (C), to -wit:
Lots 7 and 8, Block 143, City of Okeechobee, according to the plat thereof recorded
in Plat Book 2, Page 17, of the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida, and Plat
Book 5, page 5 of the public records of Okeechobee County, Florida.
SECTION 2. That the application requesting this Amending Ordinance, and proof of
Publication for any and all public hearings in connection herewith shall be attached to this
Ordinance.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall make the appropriate change on the City zoning map
in accordance with this Ordinance.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall become effective this 24 day of February, 1981.
ATTEST:
Bonnie S. Thomas
Bonnie S. Thomas
City Clerk
City of Okeechobee
Edward W. Douglas D.C.
Edward W. Douglas
Chairman /Mayor
City of Okeechobee
Chairman Douglas called for comments or objections. There were none voiced.
Councilman Knight moved to rezone as requested, seconded by Councilman Burk.
Councilman Watford questioned the Planning Board's findings, for Item 1 and 2.
1) Is the proposed change contrary to the established land use pattern ?
Surrounding area commerical buildings, answer no.
2) Would the proposed change create an isolated district unrelated to adjacent
and nearby districts?
No.
Hester stated the reason he requested Commercial zoning was because the building official
advised him to pursue the change in zoning.
Councilman Watford stated that if the property is rezoned as requested then in the future
anything can be put there. If left RG -2 office buildings can be built but with restrictions.
Chairman Douglas called for vote. Councilman Burk, Knight, Chapman voted yes.
Councilman Watford opposed, motion passed.
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SECOND AND FINAL - OCIETKA REZONING REQUEST
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Chairman Douglas read the proposed amendment as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 402 -( )
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 402, BEING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE WHICH
ESTABLISHES ZONING REGULATIONS FOR THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA, AND RPOVIDES FOR THE
ADMINISTRATION, ENFORCEMENT, AND AMENDMENT THREOF. AMENDMENT CHANGES CLASSIFICATION OF
SPECIFIED LAND FROM RESIDENTIAL, SINGLE FAMILY (RSF) TO COMMERCIAL (C).
WHEREAS, application has been duly made to change the zoning classification as hereinstated,
WHEREAS, all public notices have been duly published according to law, and
WHEREAS, public hearings have been held as required by Ordinance 402, and
WHEREAS, after consideration of the requirements of Ordinance 402 and the land use plan of
the City of Okeechobee and the publics interest, it is deemed to be in the best interest of
the City of Okeechobee to change the zoning classification of the land lying within the limits of the
City of Okeechobee as hereinstated; now therefore
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA.
SECTION 1. That the following described real property is hereby rezoned from Residential,
Single Family (RSF) to Commercial (C), to wit:
Lots 7,8, and 9, Block 7, SOUTH OKEECHOBEE, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat
Book 5, page 7, Public Records of Okeechobee, Florida.
SECTION 2. That the application requesting this Amending Ordinance, the proof of
publication for any and all public hearings in connection herewith shall be attached to this
Ordinance.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall make the appropriate change on the City zoning map in
accordance with this Ordinance.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon final passage.
DONE AND RESOLVED and made effective this 24 day of February, 1981.
Councilman Watford asked if all questions regarding residence on Commerical property had
been answered. Zoning Administrator J.M. Westbrook, advised all is in order.
Chairman Douglas called for comments or objections. There being none, Councilman Watford
moved to grant rezoning, motion was seconded by Councilman Chapman, vote unanimous.
LICENSE FEES
City Attorney David Conlon advised the Council of changes allowed in license fees.
Councilman Burk stated the Administrative staff should work up proposed changes, along
with projected income. Council agreed.
HEARTLAND CETA PROGRAM - RENOVATIONS OF CITY HALL
Administrative Assistant Secretary Rosemary Lear noted fourteen (14) calls received on the
color of the City Hall with traditional white getting majority of calls. Council agreed building
stay white. Councilman Knight suggested shutters and tile roof also be cleaned.
Zoning Administrator Westbrook elaborated on proposed changes of Council Chambers. Also
proposed the installation of an elevator for the handicapped. Funds are to come from CETA program
Councilman Watford felt the size of the room should not be changed. Councilman Burk
asked for time to study and further discussion at a possible workshop.
The City Clerk's office floor will be repaired and properly vented also.
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BIDS TABULATIONS
WATER METER TEST BENCH
Sealed bids were opened by City Clerk Thomas at City Hall on Thursday, February 19, 1981, at
2:OOP.M.
The bid tabulations for a "Water Meter Test Bench" were presented as follows:
Meter Test Tester 10 Gal. 100 Gal.
Bench Clamp Testing Tank Testing Tank Total
The Ford Meter Box $2,113.30 $188.65 $397.74 $664.32
$3,364.01
Wabash, Inc. 46992
B &H Sales
P.O. Box 12306
Lake Park, Fla. 33403
$2,000.00
$165.00 $350.00
$560.00 $3.075.00
Southeastern Municipal Supp., Co.
P.O. Box 16328
Temple Terrance, Fla. 33687 $1,785.94
$160.33 $339.67
$572.37 $2,858.31
Assistant Director of Public Works Stephen Figley discussed the need for a water meter test
bench. At present the meters are tested for accuracy at Okeechobee Beach Water Association.
Councilman Chapman moved to accept the bid, as recommended by Assistant Director Figley, for
a water meter test bench and related equipment from Southeastern Municipal Supply, Inc., in
the amount totaling Two Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty -Eight and 31/100 the Dollars ($2,858.31)
seconded by Councilman Burk, vote unanimous.
BID TABULATIONS
FILTER SAND
Sealed bids for Filter Sand were opened by City Clerk Thomas at City Hall on Thursday,
February 19, 1981, at 2:00 P.M.
The bid tabulation were as follows:
FILTER SAND
Standard Sand & Silica
6895 N.W. 72nd. St.
Miami, Fla. 33100
$27.13 per ton
delivered
Assistant Director noted the filter sand usage will last approximately eight (8) years.
Councilman Burk moved to purchase the filter sand from Standard Sand and Silica in the
amount of Twenty -Seven and 13/100ths Dollars ($27.13) per ton, as bid, seconded by Councilman
Chapman, vote unanimous.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS
A. CITY CLERK
1) MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
City Clerk Thomas distributed the monthly financial statements to the Council.
2) PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS
Clerk informed the Council that terms of two Planning Board members will expire March 31,
1981. City Attorney David Conlon advised the council should advertise to fill these vacancies.
Councilman Burk recommended member James Kirk be reappointed to the Planning Board and moved
that on the expiration of James Kirk's term on March 31, 1981 he would be reappointed for a
three (3) year term, seconded by Councilman Knight, vote unanimous.
The City Clerk was asked to notify James Kirk of his reappointment to the Planning Board and
advertise for one additional member only.
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3) STREET LIGHT REQUEST
City Clerk Thomas asked what procedure to follow for street light request in the future.
Administrative Assistant R.C. Fellows recommended that all requests be turned over Florida
Power and Light for study before approval.
Clerk Thomas presented a request for a light in the middle of S.W. 3rd Avenue.
Council instructed Administrative Assistant Fellows and policeman patrol the area requested
in the evening then send recommendation to Florida Power and Light.
B. DOWLING R. WAT'rORD, JR.
1) CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL
Councilman Watford attended the annual meeting of Central Florida Regional Planning Council
(CFRPC), and reported briefly to the Council.
WORKSHOP
The City set a Workshop for March 5, 1981 at 7:00 P.M. to discuss the following:
Road Paving, OkeAirCo. Franchise, L.P. Sanitation, Telephone, and Municipal Code Enforcement
Board.
C. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
1) SEMINARS
Administrative Assistant Fellows askedfbr the Police Chief Larry Mobley and Fire Chief Keith
Tomey to give a brief report on their attendance at Management Seminars. Police Chief Mobley
elaborated on the seminar he attended in West Palm Beach. He felt it was an excellant seminar on
general management, hiring, firing, and administration.
Fire Chief Keith Tomey elaborated on the seminar he attended in Orlando. Chief Tomey will take
an exam next month to certify him to teach. He felt the Seminar was well worth attending.
2) RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING FILING OF APPLICATION
Chairman Douglas presented a Resolution, for consideration and possible adoption, regarding
authorization for filing an application for recreation development funding assistance.
Chairman Douglas read the Resolution as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 81 -7
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING ASSISTANCE UNDER THE FLORIDA
RECREATION DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AND DESIGNATING THE CITY'S ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AS
THE AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE CITY TO EXECUTE ALL PERMITS, DOCUMENTS AND APPLICATIONS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee has acquired a 150 acre parcel of undevelope
land; and
WHEREAS, the intent of the City of Okeechobee is to develop this land in phases to create a
desirable recreational area for the benefit of all of the residents of the Okeechobee urban area;and
WHEREAS, in an effort to provide comprehensive planning and receive citizen input, the city
has created the Recreation Advisory Board whose members represent a broad cross section ,. af the
community; and
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WHEREAS, said Recreation Advisory Board has met on number of occasions and received input
from citizens of the community for development of additional resource based recreational
activities, and
WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Natural Resburces has available funding assistance under
the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program; and
WHEREAS, the Recreation Advisory Board and the City Council deem it appropriate for the
initial development of the parcel of land to ask for financial assistance for access to the
property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida as
follows:
1) That immediate application be made to the Florida Department of Natural Resources for
funding assistance under the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program to construct an
access road, parking facilities and pedestrian footbridge across Taylor Creek.
2) That Richard Fellows, Administrative Assistant be and hereby is authorized to complete
and file such application and execute all necessary documents and permits in connection therewith.
3) That certified copies of this resolution be furnished to the Division of Parks and
Recreation, Florida Department of Natural Resources.
Adopted in regular session assembled this 24th day of February, 1981.
Edward W. Douglas D.C.
Mayor
ATTEST:
Bonnie S. Thomas
City Clerk
Councilman Knight moved to adopt the resolution as read, seconded by Councilman Burk.
Councilman Knight voted aye, Councilman Burk voted aye, Councilman Watford voted aye, and
Councilman Chapman voted aye. Motion passed.
3) FRANCHISES
OkeAirCo's Franchise can now be paid on its gross system revenues. OkeAirCo will send a
letter to the Council stating the beginning date of October 1, 1981.
Administrative Assistant Fellows suggested increasing the Franchise Fee to 5 %.
Council will discuss this Fee at the workshop of March 5, 1981.
TELEPHONE FRANCHISE
Research indicates value of the free line is considerably less than a 1% franchise fee,
(on gross telephone revenue for City).
MAYOR DOUGLAS
1) REQUEST FOR FENCING ALLEYWAY.
Mayor Douglas presented a request for fence to be built in an alleyway. Council requested
an Agreement be drawn up allowing the fence to be built in the alleyway with certain provisions
according to policy.
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2) GARBAGE FRANCHISE
This item to be discussed at March 5, 1981 workshop.
Councilman Burk complimented the City Clerk and Staff for the presentation of monthly Financial
reports from the Citys General and Water & Sewer Funds.
ADJOURMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Douglas recessed the meeting at 8:50 P.M. until
March 5, 1981 at 7:00 P.M.
ATTEST:
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Bonnie S. Thomas
City Clerk
City of Okeechobee
wa d W. Douglas
Chairman /Mayor
City of Okeechobee
RECESSED MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 1981
The City Council of the City of Okeechobee met in a recessed meeting in the Council
Chambers at City Hall, 55 S.E. Third Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida, Thursday, March 5, 1981
at 7:00 P.M.
City Council Chairman /Mayor Edward W. Douglas presided with the following Council
members present: Dowling Watford, Donald Burk, Oakland Chapman and Jim Knight.
Others present were: City Clerk Bonnie S. Thomas, Administrative Assistant R.C.
Fellows, City Attorney David Conlon, Director of Public Works L.C. Fortner and Deputy
Clerk Janice Mann.
The invocation was offered by Council Chairman Edward W. Dougals.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilman Donald Burk made a motion to approve the minutes of the February 19th Workshop.
With no further discussion, Councilman Watford seconded the motion, vote by Council unanimous.
Minutes approved.
201 PLAN OVERPAYMENT
Chairman Douglas asked for action of Council regarding disposition of excess 201 Funds
the City paid to Okeechobee County July 26, 1978 on an invoice submitted by the County Clerk.
Charges to date for Step Two of the 201 program are $208,330.00. The City's share of this
figure amounts to $35,416.10. The City has paid to the County $30,236.00 leaving a balance due
of $5,180.04. On a County Clerk's requisition dated July 20, 1978, the County asked the City
for payment of $37,184.00.
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 24, 1981
7:00 P.M.
Invocation
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of February the 10th, 1981
and workshop meeting of February the 19th, 1981._z= Y%l,° .7
Appearances:
a. Mary Arnold to discuss support
or the Widen,ing of South U.S.
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Mr. Jack Butler to request the
and extension of water service
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opening of a portion of Northwest 11th Stre
for the development of residential property
Pub4c hearizi and final reading of an ordinance amending the zoning ordinance
to rezone property at the corner of Northeast Second Street and Northeast Thir
Avenue from residential, general (B.2)_ to commercial for construction of a
State Farm office building on the application of David Hester.
(Planning and Zoning Board recommends approval).
Pic hearing and final reading of an ordinance amending the zoning ordinance
to rezone lots 7,8, and 9, Block 7 at Southwest Second Avenue and Southwest
Tenth Street from single family, residential (RSF) to commercial to construct
a small electric motor and generator repair shop on the application of Mr. and
Mrs. Ocietka.
(Planning and Zoning Board recommends approval)
Discussion by the Council as to the procedures to be followed for study of
Chapter 12 of the Okeechobee City Code relating to Occupational L'cense FARE:
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Discussion by the Council on the Heartland CETA Project pertaining to certain
renovations in City Council Chambers and establishing a suitable color scheme
for City Hall.
Bids Receivable:
a. Bid tabulations and recommendations for water meter test bench and relate
equipment
b. Bid tabulations and recommendations for purchase of filter sand for the
Okeechobee Water Plant.
Mayor to call on anyone in audience wishing
Mayor to call on City Attorney, City Clerk,
Councilmen regarding requests and /or reports
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Administrative Assistant, and