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MINUTES
Councilman Watford questioned the minutes of March 10, 1981. Upon review of the
tape Councilman Watford noted the first reading of the garbage ordinance was done by
title only.
Councilman Watford moved to amend the minutes of March 10th, regarding garbage
pick -up, to state read by title only, seconded by Councilman Knight, vote carried.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 10:40 P.M.
ATTEST:
Bonnie S. Thomas
City Clerk
City of Okeechobee
S--et;4-r-J4c/ 6:e0 iefC
ward W. Douglas fr
Chairman /Mayor
City of Okeechobee
FIRST REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 1981
The City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, convened in regular session
in Council Chambers, at City Hall, Okeechobee, Florida, on Tuesday, April 14, 1981, at
7:00 P.M.
Chairman /Mayor Edward W. Douglas presided with the following Councilmen present:
Dowling Watford, Jr., Donald Burk, Oakland Chapman, and Jim Knight.
Others present were: City Clerk Bonnie S. Thomas, Administrative Assistant
Richard C. Fellows, Director of Public Works L.C. Fortner, Jr., City Attorney David
Conlon, and Deputy Clerk Janice M. Mann.
Chairman Douglas called the meeting to order. The invocation was offered by
Director of Public Works L.C. Fornter, Jr.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilman Watford moved to approve the minutes of the March 24th regular meeting
and the April 2nd, 1981, recessed meeting, as presented, seconded by Councilman Chapman,
vote unanimous.
BID TABULATIONS
SURPLUS MATERIAL
Chairman Douglas read the one bid received on the surplus merchandise as follows:
City Clerk: I would like to submit a bid on the surplus material owned by
the City of Okeechobee as follows: $85.00 for each air conditioner for a
total of $255.00 for the three units. Also, submit a bid for the two water
heaters at $50.00 each for a total of $100.00. Total amount of all articles
is $355.00. I can be reached at 763 -3034 and /or P.O. Box 1363.
Thank you,
Andrew James
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Having advertised on two different occasions and no other bids received, Councilman
Watford moved to accept the bid of Andrew James, totaling Three Hundred Fifty -Five
Dollars ($355.00), seconded by Councilman Chapman, vote carried.
BANKING RESOLUTION
City Clerk Thomas elaborated on the need for a resolution that would eliminate the
necessity of Councilmen signing signature cards each time a Certificate of Deposit (C.D.)
is bought.
Chairman Douglas read the resolution as follows:
WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee invests surplus funds from time to time in
certificates of deposit and money markets; and
and
WHEREAS, the (Bank) bids on time deposits and money markets;
WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee desires to maintain various accounts and time
deposits with the (Bank); and
WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee wishes to eliminate the routine of opening a
new account each time a new time deposit or certificate of deposit is acquired,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida, as follows:
1) The (Bank) be and it hereby is declared to be one
of the depositories for city funds for the general fund, the water and
sewer fund, and pension trust funds.
2) That deposits to any of these funds may be made in a routine manner and
purchases of certificates of deposit, money markets, certificates or
other financial paper such as treasury bills may be made through the
(Bank). Withdrawals may be made on checks provided
for that purpose and contersigned by the City Clerk and one other person
from the following:
Mayor or City Councilmen
3) This resolution shall take effect as provided by law.
Introduced and adopted in regular session assembled this day of , 1981.
Councilman Watford asked if such a resolution is legal. Attorney Conlon advised
it was acceptable procedure. Clerk Thomas added she had been advised by one banking
official to implement a resolution of this type.
Councilman Watford noted that a correction should be made in the wording of paragraph
three; "time deposits with the .
. ." (not and). Also, paragraph four insert the word
"is" before acquired. Council agreed, Clerk Thomas to correct.
No further discussion, Councilman Watford moved to adopt the resolution as read,
seconded by Councilman Knight, vote carried.
Councilman Watford then moved to insert the names of the four banking institutions
into the adopted resolution form; Commercial Bank, First Savings of Okeechobee, Okeechobee
County Bank and First Federal Savings & Loan of Fort Pierce, seconded by Councilman
Knight.
Councilman Burk asked if the resolution would not include any other bank that bid
on the certificate of deposits. Attorney Conlon advised that the resolution is to be
given to the successful bidder, and a new one drawn up for an additional bank if needed.
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Chairman Douglas called for a vote on the motion to insert the names of the four
local banks, vote unanimous, motion passed.
FIRST READING - REZONING REQUEST - FAYE WILLIAMSON
Chairman Douglas presented an ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance 402 to provide
for the rezoning of Lots 7 through 20, Block 38, from Industrial (I) to Residential,
General (RG -2).
This being the first reading Chairman Douglas read by title only the ordinance as
follows:
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 INDUSTRIAL
(I) TO RESIDENTIAL GENERAL (RG -2).
Chairman Douglas then noted the recommendation of the Planning Board to grant the
request.
Councilman Chapman moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning Board and
set a final hearing date for May 26th, 1981, seconded by Councilman Watford, motion
passed.
ENCROACHMENT OF HOUSING
Council discussed the problems involving encroachment of housing and fences on
Northwest 8th Avenue with said encroachments hindering the installation of drainage
structures for the improvement of the community. Director Fortner noted the settlement
stipulates the slope of the ditches. To reduce the width of the right -of -way would
create a problem with maintenance.
Attorney Conlon advised the settlement clearly states removal of any private
improvements in city right -of ways will be removed by the City but will not be replaced
at or by the City's expense.
Director Fortner acknowledged the fact that in other instances, in other parts
of the City, the property owners were given one (1) year to move the structures from
the right -of -way.
Councilman Burk stated the citizens should be notified by letter that their
buildings encroach unto the City right-of-way and that the City has been instructed,
according to the court settlement, to complete the drainage project and remove any
obstacles in doing so. Give the citizens the option of moving the entire structure
or removing that portion which is in the right -of -way.
Councilman Burk further stated the plaintiffs attorney was made aware of this
existing problem, however, no stipulations to rectify the matter were set out by either
the plaintiff's attorney nor the court.
Director Fortner stated he had the surveyor re -check his findings to be absolutely
sure his survey was accurate.
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No further discussion, Councilman Knight moved to authorize Director of Public Works
Fortner to notify the citizens of the situation and give them six (6) months to correct
the situation.
Councilman Burk asked that any correspondence should state the fact "the City has
been instructed by the Court."
Councilman Knight amended his motion to state the citizens have thirty (30) days
to give the City "written intent" to move the structures in question, and a copy of each
letter to be sent to the plaintiff's attorney, seconded by Councilman Burk, vote carried.
FIRST READING - TRASH ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
Chairman Douglas presented an ordinance amending Chapter Ten of the Garbage and
Trash Ordinance of the City of Okeechobee, and read by title only the following:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE;
AMENDING CHAPTER TEN RELATING TO GARBAGE AND TRASH PICKUP AND DISPOSAL;
AMENDING ARTICLE III SECTION 10 -31 PROVIDING FOR ONE TRASH PICKUP PER WEEK,
ADDING A NEW SECTION 10 -36 TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR POOR SERVICE AND
COMPLAINTS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Councilman Watford questioned the need of such a penalty clause in the ordinance,
he felt it should be included in the franchise agreement.
Attorney Conlon stated if the clause is left in the ordinance than the franchisee
(Jay Huffman) would have to sign an affadavit agreeing to the penalty clause. Assistant
Fellows stated that if the clause is adopted into the ordinance than it could be easily
amended, when needed, in the future.
Councilman Burk noted the penalty clause should be in the ordinance so the Code
Enforcement Board can enforce the entire ordinance.
Councilman Chapman moved to accept the first reading of the ordinance amendment,
set a second and final hearing date of April 28th and include the penalty clause in
the franchise agreement, seconded by Councilman Watford, motion passed.
SEWAGE FORCE MAIN - SEABOARD RAILROAD
Chairman Douglas recalled that some time ago the Seaboard Coastline Railroad asked
the City Council to execute a permit for the force main running underneath the railroad
track on Highway 441 to the hospital. The permit carried a Twenty -Five Dollar ($25.00)
annual inspection fee to which the City would not agree.
Chairman Douglas stated a revised permit has been received from Seaboard eliminating
the inspection fee. Council authorization is needed for the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the permit.
Councilman Burk moved that authorization to execute the permit be granted, seconded
by Councilman Knight, vote carried.
CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
Chairman Douglas opened the floor for discussion and nomination of members to the
Code Enforcement Board.
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Councilman Burk asked that the appointment of members be tabled until the April 28th
meeting, so more applications can be received. Council unanimously agreed.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Assistant Fellows reported the Central Florida Regional Planning Council has prepared
a draft of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Approval is needed for two public hearing
dates, one for Thursday, May 7th and one for Thursday, May 21st, both at 7:00 P.M.
Councilman Burk moved to accept the public hearing dates of May 7th and 21st, 7:00 P.M.
to receive input and comments on the City of Okeechobee's long range Comprehensive Plan,
seconded by Councilman Chapman, vote carried.
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Assistant Fellows elaborated on the functional reclassification of the County /City
road system. The State has designated certain roads to be federal /state roads, others
are county roads and the remainder are city streets. The Department of Transportation
has contacted Assistant Fellows, requesting the use of City Council Chambers on Thursday,
May 14th, to hold a public hearing at 11:00 A.M. in regards to the renumbering of state
and county roads in Okeechobee County.
Assistant Fellows emphasized the need for citizen input on collector /connector
roads to be maintained by the County using the fifth and sixth cent gasoline tax.
Council discussed at length the fact that it has not been determined if collector
and connector roads are one and the same.
Councilman Burk moved to approve the use of the Council Chambers by the D.O.T.
on May 14th, 1981, seconded by Councilman Knight, motion passed.
Council to review, at the next regular meeting, a map of City streets prepared by
the Director of Public Works, of all roads paved with secondary funds, also a list of
collector /connector roads that can be built and maintained by secondary funds.
RESOLUTIONS OF COMMENDATION
Chairman Douglas presented Resolutions of Commendation for City Attorney David Conlon,
Special Attorney Johnie McLeod, Director of Public Works L.C. Fortner, Jr., Assistant
Director Steve Figley, City Clerk Bonnie Thomas and staff.
Councilman Knight moved to adopt the three resolutions, seconded by Councilman Burk,
vote carried.
Councilman Burk moved to waive the reading of the resolutions, seconded by Councilman
Chapman, vote carried. Resolutions to be entered into the Official Minutes as presented.
RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, the Federal District Court in Miami has recently approved a final judge-
ment between Rufus Brown, et al, Plaintiff and the City of Okeechobee, Florida,
Defendant, and
WHEREAS, the final judgement ends litigation detrimental to the best interests of
the city and its citizens, and
WHEREAS, through the efforts of Johnie McLeod this matter was adjudicated fairly
and equitably,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida, as follows:
1981.
1) That Attorney Johnie McLeod be and he hereby is commended by the City
Council of Okeechobee, Florida for the work and effort expended on behalf
of the City of Okeechobee in connection with this matter.
2) That copies of this Resolution be spread upon the official minutes of the
City Council and a certified copy furnished to the said Johnie McLeod.
3) This resolution shall take effect as provided by law.
Introduced and adopted in regular session assembled this 14th day of April,
RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, the Federal District Court in Miami has recently approved a final
judgement in the case of Rufus Brown, et al versus the City of Okeechobee, Florida,
and
WHEREAS, said litigation as it continued was not in the best interest of the
City of Okeechobee, and its citizens, and
WHEREAS, Public Works Director L.C. Fortner, Jr.; Assistant Public Works Director
Steve Figley; City Clerk Bonnie Thomas and the members of the staff in the City Hall
having expended enormous amounts of time and effort in developing statistics and data
necessary for the successful conclusion of this matter, and
WHEREAS, the approval by the District Court of the Final Judgement has ended a
time consuming process involving many city employees who could not devote the necessary
time to their regular duties, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Okeechobee wishes to express its appreciation for
the efforts of all of its key people in the final disposition of this case,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IF RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida, as follows:
1) That L.C. Fortner, Jr., Public Works Director for the City of Okeechobee,
Steve Figley, Assistant Public Works Director for the City of Okeechobee,
Bonnie Thomas, City Clerk for the City of Okeechobee and the city staff
be and they hereby are commended for their dedicated efforts in developing
the necessary data and statistical evidence to support and encourage the
District Court in making an affirmative decision regarding the final judge-
ment and disposition of this case.
2) That a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of the official
City Council meeting and certified copies be furnished to those persons
hereby commended.
3) This Resolution shall take effect as provided by law.
Introduced and adopted in regular session assembled this 14th day of April, 1981.
RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, the Federal District Court in Miami has approved a final judgement in
the case of Rufus Brown, et al, Plaintiff versus the City of Okeechobee, Florida,
Defendants, and
WHEREAS, City Attorney, David Conlon has displayed an extraordinary grasp of the
law in his defense of the City of Okeechobee against the alleged charges, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Okeechobee wishes to commend the said David Conlon
for a job well done in connection with his defense of the city in this particular
matter, and
WHEREAS, the final judgement as approved by the court came about only as the
result of the extensive research and legal work done by the said David Conlon, and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to extend its appreciation to David Conlon for
his work in this regard,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida, as follows:
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1) That City Attorney, David Conlon be and he hereby is commended by the
City Council of the City of Okeechobee for the extensive research and
excellent legal work done in connection with obtaining an approved final
judgement from the District Court in Miami in the above styled case.
2) That copies of this Resolution be spread upon the official minutes of the
City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, and a certified copy of
this Resolution be furnished to the said David Conlon.
3) That this Resolution shall take effect as provided by law.
Introduced and adopted in regular session assembled this 14th day of April, 1981.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM DEPARTMENT HEADS
A. CITY ATTORNEY
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Attorney Conlon reported that the attorney for the Palm Beach Newspapers has filed
a motion in the Federal court seeking to assess attorney fees against the City on various
legal motions to obtain subpoenas of one of their reporters regarding comments made during
the County discrimination suit hearings.
Palm Beach News is seeking approximately Three Thousand Seven Hundred Dollars
($3,700.00). Attorney Conlon advised Council he had received a letter offering to settle
out of court for One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00).
Council discussed the situation with no action taken at this time.
B. CITY CLERK
1) L.P. SANITATION AUDIT FEES
Clerk Thomas presented a bill from L.P. Sanitation's auditor in the amount of Four
Hundred Eighty -Five Dollars ($485.00), for services rendered in preparing the financial
statement, etc. requested by the City Council, for justification of a rate increase.
Attorney Conlon advised the City should not have to pay for information Jay Huffman
agreed to supply upon request.
Councilman Burk moved to deny payment of said bill, seconded by Councilman Chapman.
Councilman Watford clarified that in the minutes of the March 5th and March 10th
meetings it so stated the City would provide a "City" auditor. No mention was made of
City paying for an outside auditor.
Chairman Douglas called for a vote on the motion to deny payment, vote unanimous.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCILMEN
A. OAKLAND CHAPMAN
1) GAS STATION /TRUCK STOP
Councilman Chapman asked whether all the proper procedures are being followed in
the construction of a gas station /truck stop behind O.K. Tire Company on south Highway 441.
Assistant Fellows assured the Council the facility is located in the proper zoning
and all requirements are being met.
B. DONALD BURK
1) FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
Regarding the Legislative Bulletin from the Florida League of Cities, Councilman
Burk noted the League has requested a letter be drafted to the legislators representing
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the House Transportation Committee, concerning transportation funding distribution.
Councilman Burk recommended the City follow the League's suggestion and contact
these individuals. Attorney Conlon suggested a resolution.
Councilman Burk moved to authorize Administrative Assistant Fellows to draft a
resolution based on the intent of the Council, and forward said resolution on to the
legislators, seconded by Councilman Chapman, vote carried.
C. JIM KNIGHT
1) GARBAGE FRANCHISE
Councilman Knight asked whether or not the franchisee (Jay Huffman) can forfeit
his contract prior to the end of the agreement next year.
Attorney Conlon advised that it would create a sanitary health problem and felt
sure the Courts would order Huffman to continue if he tried to back out of his contract.
Council discussed the pending transition to mandatory garbage pick -up and possible
amendments to the franchise.
D. DOWLING WATFORD, JR.
1) CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL
Councilman Watford reported to the Council the fact he had attended the regular
meeting of the Central Florida Regional Planning Council.
2) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Councilman Watford asked if the Lot Clearance ordinance would be discussed prior
to or after the Comprehensive Plan hearings.
Chairman Douglas advised him a workshop to discuss this with the Planning Board
would be set at a later date.
WORKSHOP
Council set a workshop date for Thursday, April 23, 1981, at 7:00 P.M., to discuss
a possible rate increase and the garbage franchise.
WARRANT REGISTERS
Clerk Thomas presented the April, 1981, Warrant Registers for both the General and
Water & Sewer Funds in the amount of Seventeen Thousand Four Hundred Ninety -Four and
35/100ths Dollars ($17,494.35) and Twenty -Seven Thousand Two Hundred Six and 28/100ths
Dollars ($27,206.28), respectively.
Councilman Knight moved to approve the Warrant Registers as presented, seconded by
Councilman Burk, vote carried.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
ATTEST:
Af,—.i..a.[ �
Bonnie S. Thomas
City Clerk
City of Okeechobee
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E a W. Douglas
Chairman /Mayor
City of Okeechobee
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, thy Federal District Court in Elami has recently approved a final
judgement In the CLISU 01 Rufus rown, et al versus the City of Okeechobee, Plorida,
and
WHEREAS, S4id 1:tigation as It continued nfit in t!)e best interests of the
).itt: of Okeechobee ang its citlens, and
WHEREA, Ifr(Jctor, Fort_ny, issisfant Public ;Cork
Pirector, Steve Vidley; City Clerk, Ronnie Thomas and the memhers or the stall
in the City lid!' havinq expended enormous amounts ot time and yffort. in develop-
ing statistics 3n1 7 nec,ssary for the successful conclusion of this rm.-A:ter,
ana
WHEREAS, ,the approval by the District Court of the Final judgement has ended
a time consuming process involving many city employees who could not devote the
necessary time to their regular duties, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Okeechobee wishes to express its appreciation
for the efforts of all of its key people in the final disposition of this case,
NOW, THEREFORE, HE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida as follows:
1) That T.C. Fortner, Jr., Public Works Director for the City of Okeechobee,
Steve Pigley, Assistant Public Works Director for the City of Okeechobee,
Ronnie Thomas, City Clerk for the City of Okeechobee and the city staff
be and they hereby are commended for their dedicated efforts in develop-
ing the necessary data and statistical evidence to support and encourage
the District Court in making an affirmative decision regardind the final
judgen.d)t and disposition of this case.
2) That a copu d this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of thy official
City Councii meeting and certified copes be furnished to those persons
hereby commended.
This Resolution shall take effect as provided by law.
introduced adopted in regular session assembled this day of .•i•
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From: City Council, City of Okeechobee
Subject: Additional transportation funding
allocation of additional Revenues
to ciLie and counties.
The enclosed resolution was adopted by the City Council of the
City of Okeechobee at its regular meeting on April 14, 1981.
The Councilwishes to urge your endorsement and support of the legis-
lation to approve additional transportation funding during this
session of the legislature and to provide an equitable distribution
formula to allocate the additional revenues between the cities and the
counties for much needed road construction and maintenance, as stated
in the resolution.
Your assistance in this matter is greatly appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie S. Thomas
City Clerk
HO SE TRANSPORTATION COMM!
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''Representative F. Jones, Auburndale
-'Representetive J. Hagler, Pensacola
C- apraantetive S. Clements, Brandon
Alepresentative T. Fontana, Miami Lakes
`Representative J. Foster, Tempe
/Representative T. Gustafson, Fort Lauderdale
} Representative B. Hattaway, Altamonte Springs
\Representative W. Hollingsworth, Lake City
\Representative A. Johnson, Jacksonville
\ -Representative E. Kelly, Tavares
`Representative R. Liberti, West Palm Beach
"Representative T. McPherson, Cooper City
= Representative L. Plummer, South Miami
Representative T. Ewing, Sarasota
!Representative S. McPherson, Hialeah
Representative P. Nuckolls, Fort Myers
Representative J. Steele, Rockledge
Representative T. Woodruff, St. Petersburg
SENATE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Senator M. Beard, Temple Terrace
Senator P. Neal, Bradenton
Senator D. Jenkins, Jacksonville
Senator P. Steinberg, Miami Beach
Senator T. Jennings, Orlando
Senator T. Lewis, North Palm Bosch
Senator J.W. Stevens, Coral Springs
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COUNCIL CHAMBERS
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 14, 1987
7:00 P.M.
Invocation --
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of, March the 24th and recessed
meeting of April the 2nd, 1987. ■4„.-v
Report on bids received for the purchase of surplus merchandise previously
authorizednr disposition by the Council and authority to sell merchandise
to the highest and best bidder. VI' (1-4,
Adoption of a banking resolution authorizing the city to open an account for
time deposits, etc., with a bank of th Council's choice.
V, ■■
First reading of an Ordinance amending -the zoning ordinance to provide for the
rezoning of Lots 7 through 20, Block 38 from Industrial (I) to Residential
General (RG-2) at the intersection of Northwest 5th Avenue and Northwest
Ninth Street/and setting a public hearing for Tuesday, May 26th, 1981.
(Planning and Zoning Board recommends approval)
Discussion,relative to problems involving encroachment of housing and fencer
on Northwest 8th Avenue with said encroachments hindering the installation
15 of drainage structures for the improvement of the community.
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First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter ten, the Garbage and Trash
O-dinance of the City of Okeechobee to add to Section 10-37 a provision for
:041ce a week trash pickup and to create a new section 10-36 establishing
[enalties for poor service and missed collection dates and setting of a
public hearing for Tuesday, April the 28th, 1981
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VIII. Action by the Council to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a permit
/ relative to the city's sewage force main running underneath the Seaboard
(-7 Coastline Railroad tracks on U.S. 441. ,fr;
Nominations and appointments by the Council for membership on the Okeechobee
L./ City Code Enforcement Board.
Council action agreeing to public hearing dates of 7:00 P.M. on May the 7th
and May the 21st to receive input and comment on the City of Okeechobee's
long range Comprehensive Plan. ,
X ' Authorization by the Council for the use of City Council Chambers on Thursday,
May the 14th for the Florida Department of Transportation to hold a public
: hearing at 11:00 A.M. in regards to the re-numbering of state and county
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XII. Adoption of Resolution of Commendation to Johnie McLeod for work in connec-
tion with anti-discrimination law suit.
XIII. Adoption of Resolution of Commendation to L.C. Fortner, Jr., Steve Fiyley,
Bonnie Thomas and staff in regards to work in connection with the anti-
discrimination law suit.
--X,IV. Adoption of Resolution of Commendation to City Attorney, David Conlon in
connection with his work on the anti-discrimination law suit.
xV., Mayor to call on anyone in audience wishipg to address the Council.
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XVI. Mayor to call on City Attorney, Cit Clerk, Administrative Assistant, and
Councilmen regarding requests and/or reports. ---)
XVII. Adjournment
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 14, 1981
7:00 P.M.
1. Invocation
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of March the 24th and recessed
meeting of April the 2nd, 1981.
Report on bids received for the purchase of surplus merchandise previously
authorized for disposition by the Council and authority to sell merchandise
to the highest and best bidder.
IV. Adoption of a banking resolution authorizing the city to open an account for
time deposits, etc., with a bank of the Council's choice.
V. First reading of an Ordinance amending the zoning ordinance to provide for th
rezoning of Lots 7 through 20, Block 38 from Industrial (I) to Residential
General (RG-2) at the intersection of Northwest 5th Avenue and Northwest
Ninth Street and setting a public hearing for Tuesday, May 26th, 1981.
(Planning and Zoning Board recommends approval)
VI. Discussion relative to problems involving encroachment of housing and fences
on Northwest 8th Avenue with said encroachments hindering the installation
of drainage structures for the improvement of the community.
VII. First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter ten, the Garbage and Trash
Ordinance of the City of Okeechobee to add to Section 10-31 a provision for
once a week trash pickup and to create a new section 10-36 establishing
penalties for poor service and missed collection dates and setting of a
public hearing for Tuesday, April the 28th, 1981.
VIII. Action by the Council to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a permit
relative to the city's sewage force main running underneath the Seaboard
Coastline Railroad tracks on U.S. 441.
IX. Nominations and appointments by the Council for membership on the Okeechobee
City Code Enforcement Board.
X. Council action agreeing to public hearing dates of 7:00 P.M. on May the 7th
and May the 21st to receive input and comment on the City of Okeechobee's
long range Comprehensive Plan.
XI. Authorization by the Council for the use of City Council Chambers on Thursday
May the 14th for the Florida Department of Transportation to hold a public
hearing at 11:00 A.M. in regards to the re-numbering of state and county
roads in Okeechobee County.
XII. Adoption of Resolution of Commendation to Johnie McLeod for work in connec-
tion with anti-discrimination law suit.
XIII. Adoption of Resolution of Commendation to L.C. Fortner, Jr., Steve Figley,
Bonnie Thomas and staff in regards to work in connection with the anti-
discrimination law suit.
XIV. Adoption of Resolution of Commendation to City Attorney, David Conlon in
connection with his work on the anti-discrimination law suit.
XV. Mayor to call on anyone in audience wishing to address the Council.
XVI. Mayor to call on City Attorney, City Clerk, Administrative Assistant, and
Councilmen regarding requests and/or reports.
XVII. Adjournment