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1975-07-08 Regular An above satisfactory employse perfDrmance evaluation was presented on Roy H. Reno, Trainee in the Water Department with recommendation by Director Fortner for Reno to be classified as a permanent employee and salary increased to $6,800.00. Councilman Hunt moved to promote Reno as an permanent employee and increase his salary to $6,800.00, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried. President Domer reported the following dates for the regular Council meetings: July 8 and 22 August 5 and 26 September 9 and 23 Coqo-ucilman Hunt reported that the 0~ntral and Southern Flood Control District will be using the Council room June 11, 1975 at 11:00 P.M. for a public meeting. The signal light at the intersection of Park Street and ~th Avenue was discussed. President Domer reported that parts for the light had not been received. Minutes of meetings held on April 22, May 6 and l~, 197~ were approved as read upon motion by Councilman Bass, seconded by Councilman Douglas and c arri ed. President Domer reported that reflectors had been placed on the baracades at the North Shore Shopping Center. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. PHESIDENT CITY COUNCIL CITY CLERK June a4, 1975 The City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, convened in regular session at 7:00 P.M. on the 24th day of June, 1975, at the City Hall with the following present: President Russell V. Domer, Councilmen: E. H. Hunt, Edward W. Douglas and Lavon Bass. Also present were City Clerk, Sandra Bennett, City Attorney David Conlon and Director of Public Works, L. C. Fortner, Jr. President Domer opened the meeting with prayer by Councilman Douglas. Mr. Sidney J. Merman, National Director of National Industrial Benefits Company was recognized. Mr. Merman gave a brief resume of the services that their company provides, for employees through payroll deductions. He listed recreational and travel facilities, discounts on items such as automobiles, clothing and drugs, insurance policies and a 7~ % interest on savings. After discussion, the Council requested Mr. Merman to send the City's Attorney a list of other cities that are participating in this plan for investigation. President Domer read a letter from The State of Florida, Department of Pollution Control, informin~ the City that proposed Federal regulations reduce the Federal participation from 75% to 55% in the wastewater planning (201 plan). The Council instructed the Clerk to contact the County Commissioners regarding the change. Attorney Cor~lon was asked for hie items of, business. He read Ordinance Number 376, an ordinance granting to Florida Power and Light Company, its successors and assigns an Electric Franchise, and imposing provisions and conditions relating thereto. Ordinance Number 376 was declared read for the first time upon a motion by Councilman Bass, seconded by Council- man Douglas and carried. Attorney Conlon stated that he Wasn't satisfied with the $5,000.00 performance bond submitted by OkeAirCo and informed~ the Council that he had contacted Mr. Samuel M. Merion, President, informing him that the bond does't quarantee the commencement and successful completion of construction by a given date. Councilman Bass stated that the 1973 Chevrolet Police car needs painting and that he would get estimates from different companies on the price. Director Fortner presented the Water, Sewer and Street Department report for the month of May and the Annual report for said Departments. Memorandum No. 1 - Estimated cost per 1 000 gallons of water in the clearwell for May 1975. Director Fotner was requested to contact Robert E. Owen & Associates, Inc. regarding the possibility of the City placing a strainer around the intake valve in the lake. Director Fortner informed the Council that the County'requested the City to waive the tap fee and deposit on a 1" water meter at Douglas Park Baseball field. President Domer stated that to be in compliance with 1958 Water and Sewer Ordinance all utilities have to be paid. Councilman Douglas reported receiving a complaint of Lots 9 through 1 2, Block 247, overgrown with weeds. Mr. Spray was instructed to notify the property owner that they are in violation of Section 11-3 Code of Ordinance of the City of Okeechobee. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned 8:00 P.M. PRESIDENT CITY COUNCIL CIT~ CLERK July 8, 1975 The City Council of The City of 0keechobee, Florida, convened in regular session at 7:00 P.M. on the 8th day of July, 1975 at the City Hall with the following present: Mayor Audley Dunham, President Pro-Tem E. H. Hunt, Councilmen: Edward W. Douglas, Larch Bass and Clif Betts, Jr. Also present were: City Clerk Sandra Bennett, City Attorney David M. Conlon and Director of Public Works, L.C. Fortner, Jr. President Pro-Tem Hunt opened the meeting with prayer by Councilman Douglas. Minutes of the previous meetings, May 20, 27 and June 10, 24 were ap~ne~ed, on a motion by Councilman Douglas, seconded by Councilman Bass and carri ed. 1857 Vouchers on the following funds were approved: General Fund $2],942.85 Water & Sewer 0per. & Maint. ~nd 17,192.29 Water & Sewer Revenue Fund 34,145.74 Okeechobee Water & Sewer System Fund 2,109.00 I & S Refunding Bonds FUnd 28,174.50 Janet Willis appeared before the Council requesting permission to operate a group living facility for twenty retarted persons at The Rancho Grande Motel, 1012 South Parrott Ave. She stated that the object of the Rancho Grande was to provide an adequate facility for the care, guidance and training of the mentally retarded children. She also stated that Mr. Spray, Building Official and Olen Godwin, Fire Chief had inspected ahd approved the building. The State Division of Retardation had approved the Rancho Grande as a Community Residential Placement Program facility. Attorney Conlon stated that pursuant to the Disclosure Law, Chapter 74-177, Laws of Florida, he reported he represented the Fort Drum Foundation. After more discussion, Councilman Douglas moved to approve the opening of The Rancho Grande for a group living facility, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried. Councilman Betts moved to waive the second reading of Ordinance No. 376, an ordinance granting to Florida Power and Light Company, its successors and assigns an electric franchise and imposing provisions and conditions relating thereto, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. The Clerk was instructed to advertise for a public hearing for the third and final reading and adoption. Attorney Conlon was asked for his items of business. He reported that he was in the process of investigating several possiblilites of enforcing owners of property with excessive growth of weeds, bushes, etc., to remove same. Upon failure to remove the said unlawful matter, the City shall remove said wee~ growth and the cost thereof will be assessed against the property and a lien to the extent of assessment will be filed against said land. Attorney Conlon stated that the assessment could be collected by 1) Bringing a law suit against the owner, 2) Include the amount on their taxes or 3) A foreclosure suit could be filed. The Council instructed Attorney Conlon to proceed with the inquiry. Mayor Dunham was asked for his items of business. He reported receiving several complaints on excessive trash burning. He stated that this was in violation of the Department of Pollution Control rules Chapter 17-5 Matter referred to Chief Staats for investigation. Fire Chief Assistant Edmond Reutebuch was reco~ized. He reported that due to the excessive radh and wind the flag was getting worn and requested authorization to purchase several flags. Councilman Betts moved to authorize the purchase of four flags, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried. Mayor Dunham stated that the two boys working for the City through Title 11 Manpower Pro,Tam were doing a comendable job. 1858 ! Director Fortner presented the Water, Se~er a~d Street report for the month of June. Memorandum I - Stock items needed at the water plant for $2~443.60. Councilman Betts moved to authorize the purchase of items as listed, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Memorandum 11 - Culverts at $1,067.64. Councilman Douglas moved to approve the purchase of culverts, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried. Memorandum 111 - Estimated cost per 1000 gallons of water in clearwell for July. The Telephone Key system that would combine all telephone numbers and telephones in the City Hall into one large system was discussed and tabled for further investigation. Director Fortner reported that the new extension to Dewberry Gardens had been completed. Councilman Betts reported that water had washed the dirt from the edges of the culverts in some areas and recommended c~ment sandbags be installed along the edges. The Council instructed Director Fortner to investigate. Director Fortner was also requested to check the culvert prices for the comim~ year. A statement for $600.41 was presented for payment from Robert E. Owen & Associates, Inc. for engineering report on water works facilities in ~he withdrawal application #24681. Councilman Betts moved to authorize payment, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried. The Fire report for the month of June was presented. The Police Department activity report for the month of June was presented. Councilman Betts requested a City financial statement. The Clerk was instructed to prepare the statement for the next meeting. No further business, meeting was adjourned. PRESIDENT CITY COUNCIL CITY CLERK July 22, 1975 The City Council of the City of 0keechobee, Florida, convened in regular session at 7:00 P.M. on the 22nd day of July, 1975 at the City Hall with the following present: Mayor Audley Dunham, President Russell V. Domer, Councilmen: E. H. Hunt, Edward W. Douglas, Larch Bass and Clif Betts, Jr. Also present were: City Clerk, Sandra Bennett and Director of Public Works, L. C. Fortner, Jr. President Domer opened the meeting with prayer by Councilman Dougla~,