1975-05-06 Regular IS39
May 6, 1975
The City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, met in regular session on
Tuesday, May 6, 1975 at 7:00 P.M. at the City Hall with the following present: Mayor Audley
Dunham, President, Russell V. Domer, Councilmen: E. H. Hunt, Edward W. Douglas, Lavon Bass and
Clif Betts, Jr. Also in attendance were: City Clerk, Sandra Bennett, Attorney David Opnlon
and Director of Public Works, L. C. Fortner, Jr.
President Domer opened the meeting with invocation by Rev. Richard Whipple.
President Domer reported that there were several trees in the park that needed trimming
and one that needed cutting down. He stated that Astlundh Tree Service of Fort Pierce had
donated their truck for this purpose. He also stated that Charles Taylor of The Florida Power
and Light was offering his service and requested the City to furnish his salary, gas for the
truck and a driver. Councilman Douglas moved to accept Mr. Taylor's proposal as stipulated,
seconded by Councilman Bass and carried.
Pursuant to a notice published in The Okeechobee News regarding the invitation to bid
for furnishing and delivering to The City of Okeechobee the following:
1,900 Ft. 6" PVC Water Main, class 160, Ringtite
3 6" M. J. Gate Valve
1 6" M. J. Fire Hydrant, Improved Traffic Model, Mueller A-2401 2
or approved equal, 3 way, 36" Bury, 4~ Valve Opening
3 6" x 2" I. P. T Double Strap Saddle for PVC
3 2" Bronze Gate Valve, American #3R or approved equal
10 6" M. J. to PVC Transition Gasket
5 6" PVC Tee, sch 40
4 6" PVC Cap, sch 40
6 Adjustable Valve Boxes, Screw Type, Cast Iron, 30" Max~
Bids were received from the following Companies on the above items:
-. Southern Meter & Supply Co., ~Inc. Southwest Pipe and Supply. Inc.
1900 ft. - 6" pipe $2,869.00 $2,886.48
3 - 6" Gate Valves 427.27 489.24
1 - 6" Hydrant 304.57 411.58
3 - 6" x 2" Saddle 33.45 44.52
3 - 2" G. Valve 41.40 41.40
10 - 6" Gaskets 15.40 19.20
~ - 6" PVC Tee 8 3.55 56.30
4 - 6" Pro Cap 20.00 1 3.48
6 - Valve Boxes 1 73.64 11 2.44
Southeastern Municipal S.O.U. S, Inc. Riverview Utilities
Supply Co., Inc. Save-On Utility S~pply, Inc. - Rusco
1900 ft. - 6" Pipe $2,337.00 $2,850.00 $2,185.00
3-6" Gate Valves 362.79 420.00 324.00
1 - 6. Hydrant 268.O8 300.O0 259.5O
3 - 6" x 2~ Saddle 36.03 34.50 29.25
3 - 2" G. Valve 38.31 54.00 85.50
10 - 6" Gaskets 6.00 ~ 2.50 29.00
5 - 6" PVC Tee 54.00 75.00 77.50
4 - 6" PVC Cap 12.96 18.00 ~.00
6 - Valve Boxes ~ 1 2.02 80.00 99 .OO
The Couacil requested Director Fortner to tabulate the bids and report his recommendation
to the Council. ~pon his return, Director Fortner recommended Riverview Utilities Supply, Inc.be
awarded the bid. Councilman Hunt moved to accept the bid from Riverview Utilities Supply, Inc. ,
seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried.
Mr. Bob Blackledge, Criminologist for the Crime Lab at Indian River Comunity College,
was first on the Agenda. He introduced Finnis I. Parrish, St. Lucie County Sheriff's Department,
Sam Joyce, Sheriff of Indian River County Sheriff' s Department, Terry Miller, Director of
Municipal Services at I.R.C.C. and Jessie J. Taylor, Police Chief of Stuart, Florida. Mr.
Taylor gave a brief resume of the services that is provided in the Crime Lab at I.R.C.C. for --~
services to The Okeechobee Police Department. Mr. Blackledge was recognized. He presented
the Council with I.R.C.C.,s budget for 1974 and a list of the Police Advisory Council for
1975. He stated that the City's share is based on population figures. President Domer
inquired how many times during the year did the Police Department use the Crime Lab. Chief
Staats replied that they used it approximately 7 or 8 times. President Domer informed Mr.
Blackledge that no action had been taken to budget funds for I.R.C.C. in the 74-75 budget, but
would consider it in the 75-76 budget. The Council thanked Mr. Blackledge, Mr. Parrish,
Mr. Joyce, Mr. Miller and Mr. Taylor for appearing.
Next on the agenda were owners from establishments requesting permission to sell
alcoholic beverages on Sunday. Those appearing before the Council were: Gene Prince of Parrott
Avenue Liquors, Betty Everett of Betty' s Bar, Linden Lineberry of West Side Tavern and Peggy
Hudson of P. D. Q. Food Store. Speaking against the City granting their request were: The
Rev. Richard S. Whipple..of the First Baptist Church, Rev. Dan Boling of The Church of Ged,
Donald Burk and Dale Burk. Mayor Dunham reported that he had spoken to five people in the last
two days and they were against Sunday sales. It was suggested that the question be placed on
a referendum ballot rather than by Ordinance. After much discussion, action was tabled pending
a Joint Council-Commission meeting to discuss the County aaoptimg an Ordinance restricting
establishments selling alcoholic beverages on Sunday also. The Clerk was instructed to set up
a meeting with the County Commissioners.
Councilman Betts moved to waive the second reading of Ordinance No. 375, An Ordinance
amending Section 29, of Ordinance No. 230, Code of Ordinances, City of Okeechobee, Florida,
being an Ordinance relating to the use and operation of taxicabs, or automobiles for hire,
within the City limits of the City of 0keechobee, Florida, providing for the issuance of a
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permit for the use and operation of ~xicabs, or automobiles for hire, Within the city limits of
the City of Okeechobee, pr~scribing the conditions ~nder which s~¢h permits and licenses shall
be issued amd prescribing penalties for the violation of th~s Ordinance, seconded by Go~ncilman
Bass and carried. The Clerk was authorized to advertise for a Public hearing for the third and
final reading and adoption.
B~ilding Official Spray presented the Council With a ~niform licensing package
recommended by the State licensing board which requires the folloWing:
a. H. H. Block or state examination for all trades.
b. Require the competency board to act on all applications.
c. Application fee of $50.00 to defray cost of processing application.
d. A complete and comprehensive application which includes financial
statement, personal background, experience, etc.
e.Owner -builders may construct or alter a public, industrial or commercial
building or structure With the cost not to exceed $5,000.00
Hr. Spray introduced Hr. Bill Oster, mn, President of The Okeechobee Contractors
Association. Hr. Osterman stated that the outlined package would put the City on a parity
with other communities in this State. He stated that contractors presently operating in the
City Will not be required to take the H. H. Block examination. It would only be required of
contractors applying for a new license. He also stated that he had presented this plan to
the County Commissioners for consideration. After discussion, the Council tabled action to
discuss the plan With the County Commissioners.
Mr. Spray presented the Southern Standard Mechanical Code Book for tentative approval
and review. He recommended the City adopt the code for the protection of the public. The
Council advised Hr. Spray that they would study the book and report at the next meeting.
Councilman Bass reported a request from the Police Department for two new chairs for
the office and moved to authorize the purchase, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried.
The Clerk requested authorization to purchase an electric typewriter and typewriter
stand for the Clerk's office. Councilman Bass moved to authorize the Clerk to purchase requested
equipment, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried.
Director Fortner reported receiving a letter from the Division of Health approving the
plans and documents pertaining to the proposed water main reinforcement program consisting of
1 800 feet of 6" pipe along State Road 70 and Matanase Street.
· Director Fortner presented the Water, Sewer and Street Department report for the month
of April.
Incorporated in the report was a copy of a letter received from the Central and
Southern Florida Flood Control District advising the City that an engineering report will be
~ required for the application to withdraw water from the lake for the City's system. Councilman
Betts moved to authorize Robert E. Owen & Associates, Inc. to complete the application,
seconded by Councilman Bass and carried.
Memorandum No. I - 4" water line for Hubert Harden in Okeechobee Park at $1,251.00.
Labor and pipe to be paid by Hr. Harden. Placing a 6" line instead of the 4" with Mr. Harden
Paying for the cost of a 4" line was discussed. Councilman Bass moved to approve Memorandum
No. 1, with the exception of using 6" pipe and charging Hr. Harden the price of 4" pipe,
seconded by Councilman Betts ~nd carried.
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Memorandum No. 2 - ExtenSion of water Line to Okeechobee Park, 350 feet of 4" pvc pipe
at .705, total price $245.00. Councilman Bass moved to authorize the extension of the water line
with the exception of using 6" P.V.C. pipe instead of 4", seconded by Councilman Betts and
carried. The Council also instructed Director Fortner to inquire if Mr. Harden would like to
have a fire hydrant installed in the area.
Memorandum No. 3 - Estimated cost per 1000 gallons of water in the clearwell for the
month of April and total gallons pumped.
Director Fortner informed the Council that the Florida Department of Pollution
Control was requiring certain test at the sewer plant that had never been required before. He
stated that to be able to run these test, certain equipment would have to be purchased which
would cost approximately $2,000.00. Director Fortner informed the Council that there was service
available which would run the test required , including other test which had to be run at $40.00.
After discussion, Councilman Bass moved to authorize Director Fortner to engage the services to
run the test, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried.
Director Fortner reported that he had been in contact with a representative from the
Department of Transportation of Fort Lauderdale regarding emergency traffic lights at the
intersection of South Park and Parrott Ave. and 3rd Ave. and North Park Street. He stated that
a letter to the Department of Transportation would be required informing them of the number of
accidents and fires in the City, Which vehicles and the number of times the vehicles would be
using the lights. Director Fortner informed the Council that when the emergency traffic lights
we~e -not in use, they would serve as caution Lights.
Director Fortner reported that he had discussed the "No TruCk Parking" signs along
S.R. 70 and 441 also with the representative from the Department of Transportation. Director
Fortner informed the Council a "No truck parking" sign could not be placed in the area. The
Council discussed placing a sign indicating "No Parking within so many feet" The Council
instructed Director Fortner to investigate further.
· % letter from The Board of Public InstruCtion was read informing the City Council of
their plans to construct a Junior High School complex, west on Nwy 441 in back of the High
School Agriculture Farm and requested water service in the area. The Council referred matter
to Director Fortner for further investigation.
President Domer reported receiving a complaint regarding a ditch that needs cleaning
at S.E. 6th Street. Matter referred to Director Fortner.
Fire .'Chief, Olen Godwin presented the fire report for the month of April.
Councilman Betts discussed Fire Assist., E4mond Reutebuch working two shifts while
Chief Godwin was ill. He moved the City compensate Re~tebuch by allowing him an extra week for
vacation, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried.
The Clerk was asked for her items of business. She presented an application for
City Occupational license on Emery Locksmith Service for Locksmith, Repair and Sales. The
Council approved issuing the license after the Police Department investigates.
An application for city occupational license was also approved by The City Council on
Harvey Ashley for welding, hydraulics and machine shop.
A rezoning application was received frea, Hubert Harden requesting the following
described property: Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, Block 71, Original Town of Okeechobee be rezoned
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from Industrial to Residential (R-3), Councilman Betts moved to advertise Notice of Public
Hearing to consider the rezoning of the above described property, seconded by Councilman
Bass and unanimously carried.
NOTICE OF INTENTIOM TO AM~D CITY, ZOniNG ORDINANCE #271
NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida, a municipal corporation, will consider rezoning from Industrial to
Residential (R-3) and to amend accordingly the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance #271
adopted November 21, 1955, the following described real property, situate, lying
and being within the corporate limits of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, to-wit:
Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, Block 71, Original Town of
Okeechobee
and that a public hearing in relation thereto will be held at 7:05 P.M. on the
1 0th day of June, 1975, in the City Council room, City Hall, Okeechobee,
Florida, at which time all parties in interest and citizens shall an opportunity
to be heard.
PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELVES ACCORDINGLY.
Russell V. Domer
Russell V. Domer
President City Council
Okeechobee, Florida
ATTEST: Sandra Bennett
City Clerk
Okeechobee, Florida
PUBLISH IN THE OKEECHOBEE NEWS: MAY 22, 1975
A rezoning application was received from Mervel and Doris Lewis requesting Lot 8,
Block 143, Original Town of Okeechobee, be rezoned from Residential (R-1) to Commercial.
Councilman Betts moved to authorize that the Notice of Public Hearing be published in The
Okeechobee News, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried.
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO AMEND CITY ZONING O~DINANCE
NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida, a municipal corporation, will consider rezoning from Residential (R-1)
to Commercial and to amend accordingly the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance #271
adopted November 2], 1955, the following described real property, situate,
lying and being within the corporate limits of the City of Okeechobee, Florida,
to-wit:
Lot 8, Block ]43, Original Town of Okeechobee
and that a public hearing in relation thereto will be held at 7:00 P.M. on the
10th day of June, 1975, in the City Council room, City Hall, Okeechobee, Florida,
at which time all parties in interest and citizens shall have an opportunity to
· . be heard.
PLEASE GOVERN YOUP~SELVES ACCORDINGLY.
President City Council
ATTEST: Sandra Bennett Okeechobee, Florida
City Clerk
Okeechobee, Florida
PUBLISH IN THE OKEECH~BEE NE~S: MAY 22, 1975
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An agreement for professional services from Robert E. Owen & Associates, Inc. to
prepare suggested a~reement document for continued water utility service between the City and
Okeechobee Beach Water Association was presented to the Council for execution. Councilman
Bass moved to approve and execute the a~reemtn, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried.
Vouchers on the following funds were approved:
General Fund $27,604.
Water & Sewer Oper. & Maint. Fund 1 4,358.47
Water & Sewer Revenue Fund $34,111.08
Okeechobee water & sewer System Bond 4,884.98
and Sinking Fund
Okeechobee Water & Sewer System Bond 2,109.00
and Interest Sinking Fund
I & S Refunding Bonds Fund 24,357.51
Federal Revenue Sharing Trust Fund 34,660.00
Okeechobee Cigarette Tax Fund 100,000.00
Minutes of the meetings held March 20, 31, April 8 and 10, 1975 were read and
approved as read upon a motion by Councilman Douglas, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried.
Upon motion the Council adjourned.
ATTEST:
CIT~ CLERK
May 1 5, 1975
TO:
HON. LAVON BASS
HON. CLIFF BETTS, JR.
HON. RUSSELL V. DOMER
HON. EDWARD W. DOUGLAS
HON. E. H. HUN~
MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
I, AUDLEY DUNHAM, Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby call
a special meeting of the City Council of the City of 0keechobee, Florida, to be held
at the Council Chamber, within the City of Okeechobee, on the 1 5th day of May, A.D.
1975, at the hour of 6:30 P.M. for the purpose:
DISCUSSION OF THE RURAL DEVEOLPMENT ACT - TITLE IV PROGRAM
AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS MAY BE BROUGHT BEFORE SUCH MEETING
AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CITY COUNCIL.
You, and each of you are hereby requested and notified to be at and .~ttend
the aforesaid meetinom at the place herein named.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand as Mayor of the City of
Okeechobee, Florida, and caused the corporate seal of said City to be affixed hereto
and the same attested by the City Clerk, this 15th day of May, A.D., 1975.
,,, A~d, !e~r Ikmuham
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
ATTEST: Sandra Bennett
CITY ~LERX OF THE CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
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