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1975-10-07 Regular Chief Chisholm also reported that the Police Departments Inter City radio was transmitting and receiving poorly. He informed the Council that for proper transmission, they would need an antenia and cable. This would cost approximately $700.00 ~ncluding labor. Councilman Bass moved to authorize Chief Chisholm to proceed with installing the antenia and cable, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried. President Domer informed the Council that to be able to change the Fire Department frequency on their radio, Motorola had submitted a lease cost of $300.00 per month. No action taken. The Clerk informed the Council that the three calculators in the Water Department and Director of Public Works office is in need of repairs or replaced. The Council authorized the Clerk to investigate trade-in allowances on the present Unicoms and price for a new calculator. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 9:00 P.M. PRESIDENT CITY COUNCIL CITY CLERK ~. October 7, 1975 The City Council of the City of 0keechobee, Florida, met in regular ! session on Tuesday, October 7, 1975 at 7:00 P.M. with the following present: Councilmen E. H. Hunt, Edward W. Douglas, Clif Betts, Jr. and Lavon Bass. · President Russell Domer was absent. Also present were: City Clerk, Sandra Bennett Attorney David Conlon and Director of Public Works, L. C. Fortner, Jr. In the absence of President Domer, President Pro-Tempore, E. H. Hunt presided over the meeting. President Pro-Tempore Hunt asked Councilman Douglas to open the meet- ing with prayer. Vouchers on the following funds were approved: General Fund $ 22,872.99 Water & Sewer 0per. & Maint. Fund 22,684.01 Water & Sewer Revenue Fund 109,145.66 Water & Sewer System Rev. Fund 2,109.00 I & S Refunding Bonds Fund 7,000.00 Minutes of previous meetings held August 5, 7, 14, 26, 28, 1975 and September 2, 4, and 9th, 1975 were approved on a motion by Councilman Betts, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. First on the agenda was Mr. Tom Conely. He appeared before the Council in regards to 0keechobee County School Board's request fdr water service to purposed new school on N 441. He introduced Mr. Bill Gardner, 0keechobee County ~ School Superintendent. Mr. Conley requested information on the amount and 1907 method of payment for the requested water service. He stated that the deadline for the completion of the building was August 1976. Director Fortner explained the City's proceedures of determining cost· Said party would pay all cost which would include Engineering fees, contractor fees~ construction and material. He stated that after installing the line it would then be the Citys. Mr. Conley, referring to Engineers, Robert E. Owen & Associates, Inc. 's letter of September ]1, 1975, inquired why the School would have to pay for an 8 inch main when all that was needed was a 6 inch main. Director Fortner replied that due to the distance between the water tank and the purposed school, a six inch main couldn't provide the needed pressure and volume of water that would be required for the school· Mr. Conely also inquired of the method of payment the City required. President Pro-Temporie Hunt stated that the amount would be placed in escrow to be drawn out when needed for payments· Mr. Conely asked if the burden would be placed on the School Board to furnish the easements. Director Fortner stated ·hat it would be inCluded in t~e total coSt~ The City C~y.~lwomld:~require a legaI~ agreement from the School Board agreeing to furnish the entire cost of the water main and deeding it to the City after completion. David Hunter, Humane Officer, was recognized. He thanked the Council for the annual raise and that he appreciated the time and effort the Council spend working on the 75-76 budget. Police Chief Ed Chisholm presented the Police Department activity report for the month of September 1975. The Fire Department report for the ~onth of September was presented. Director Fortner presented the Water, Sewer and Street Department report for the~ month of September. Memorandum Number I - Stock items needed at the Water plant in the amount of $2,227.10. Councilman Betts moved to approve Memorandum Number one and authorized the purchase of items as listed, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried· Director Fortner inquired if Attorney Conlon had reviewed Big Four Construction performance Bond and if it was acceptable. Attorney Conlon stated that he had reviewed the bond and in his opinion, the bond covers the one year maintenance guarantee of the contract between Big Four Construction Company and the City of 0keechobee. Director Fortner informed the Council that Engineers, Robert E. Owen & Associates, Inc., recommended the Council accept the Water Works Improvement Program completion date as April 22, 1975 Councilman Bass moved to accept the Water Works Improvement Program, Contract Number 70-1006A, Big Four Construction Company as of April 22, 1975, seconded by Councilman Douglas and unanimously carried. Director Fortner recommended the Council reject all bids on the re- pairing , cleaning and painting of the two elevated water tanks and re-bid at a later date. Councilman Betts moved to reject all bids as stipulated in the invitation to bid, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. 1908 Director Fortner informed the Council that the Internatbnal Municipal Signal Association is having a two day Seminar in West Palm Beach, October 14th and 15th on Signal lights which would cost $5.00 for registration plus meals and requested authorization to attend. Councilman Betts stated that he felt that it would be to the City's advantage and moved to authorize Director Fortner to attend the seminar, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Director Fortner also requested authorization to apply for membership to the International Municipal Signal Association for $30.O0 annually. Councilman Betts moved to authorize Director Fortner to apply for membership, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Director Fortner informed the Council that Mr. Frank Altobello was in the process of constructing a building at N.W. 5th Street which would require a three inch meter. He requested authorization to purchase the meter at an approximately cost of $700.00 at evidence of construction. Councilman Douglas moved to authorize Director Fortner to purchase the three inch meter, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Director Fortner also reported that the backhoe would cost approximately $3,000.00 for repairs and requested permission to proceed. Councilman Douglas moved to authorize repairs on the backhoe, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried. Director Fortner requested authorization to proceed with lowering the ceiling in his and Mr. Spray's office using their own labor. Councilman Bass moved to approve the repairs, seconded by Councilman Betts and carried. Director Fortner informed the Council that 0keechobee Beach Water Association had requested a meeting to discuss their agreement. Attorney Conlon recommended the Council evaluate the purposal before meeting with the Beachwater Board. Councilman-Betts reported that in February 1974, the City had agreed to open 17th Street and extend the dead end water line for Mr. Hensel Viers who is now deceased and inquired of Director Fortner what action had been taken. Director Fortner replied that the required easement had never been deeded to the City but would discuss the matter with Mrs. Viers and inform the Council of the outcome. Building Official Spray presented the Building Department quarterly report for the monies of July, August and September. He also presented a copy of the October 6, 1975 minutes of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals where after discussing Mr. Louis DeMicco's request for rezoning of Lots I through 6, Block 29, McMullins Woodland Park and Lot l, Block 44, Vickers Woodland Park from Residential (R-l) to Residential (R-2) due to an error on Mr. Spray's part in granting a permit to build a duplex on R-1 property, Mr. Carl Close made a motion to recommend to the Council that they rezone the property to R-2 for the 6 lots and instruct Mr. DeMicco to put up a buffer zone to seperate the property from the adjoining area, seconded by Mr. J. L. Lawson and carried. I909 Mr. John Allen Louthan was recognized. He stated that he wanted~to correct the September 23rd minmtes to read that Mrs. Melba Louthan spoke for herself and her sister. He remarked that the area will increase in population in the future and would like to see it stay single family residence. Mrs. Melba Louthan stated that she still maintained as tax payers, the Council should stick by the zoning it was original zoned. Councilman Betts recommended rezoning just the two lots the duplex is on and require a buffer zone to sepeDate the property. Councilman Douglas concured wit~' Councilman Betts recommendation. It was pointed out that there was enough shrubery around the area and wouldn't be necessary to add a buffer to the stipulation. After more discussion, Councilman Douglas moved to rezone Lot 1, Block 44 Vickers Woodland Park and Lot 3, Block 29, McMullins Woodland Park and denied the request for Lots 1,2,4,5,6, Block 29, McMullins Woodland Park, presenting the following Ordinance for adoption and upon being seconded by Commciiman Bass and carried. ORDINANCE NO. 271 - (110) ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 271, BEING AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ZONING REGULATIONS FOR TH~ CITY OF 0KEECHOBEE, FLORIDA, AND PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION, ENFORCEMENT AND EMENDMENT THEREOF PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 176, FLORIDA STATUTES, 1953. WHEREAS, application has been made by Louis DeMicco, requesting this Council to rezone from Residential (R-l) to Residential (R-2): Lot 1, Block 44, Vickers Woodland Park and Lot 3, Block 29, McMullins Woodland Park, Original Town of 0keechobee, and WHEREAS, notice of intention to amend City Zoning Ordinance No. 271, regarding said application was duly published according to law, and 'WHEREAS, on the 7th day of October, 1975 a public hearing was held in the City Council room pursuant to said notice, and WHEREAS, it is deemed to the best interest of the City of 0keechobee, to grant said application; now therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF TH~ CITY OF 0KEECHOBEE, FLORIDA: SECTION 1. That Lot 1, Block 44, Vickers Woodland Park and Lot 3, Block 29, McMullins Woodland Park, Original Town of 0keechobee, Florida, be and is hereby rezoned from Residential (R-l) to Residential (R-2), effective October 7, 1975. SECTION 2. That the application requesting rezoning and proof of publication to amend Zoning Ordinance No. 271 published in connection with the above application be attached to this Ordinance and beene a part hereof. SECTION 3. That the City Clerk make the appropriate change on the City Zoning Map in accordance with this Ordinance. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of 0ctober~ 1975. Russell Domer PRESIDENT CITY COUNCIL ATTEST: Sandra Bennett CITY CLERK APPROVED BY ME THIS 7TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1975. Audley Dunham MAYOR There being no further business, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: 5% ~gi ,~,~_ PRESIDENT CITY COUNCIL CITY CLERK 1910 November 11, 1975 The City Council of the City of 0keechobee, Florida, convened in regular session at the City Hall on Tuesday, November 11, 1975 at 7:00 P.M. ~ith --~ the following present: President Russell V. Domer, Councilmen: E. H. Hunt, Edward W. Douglas and Lavon Bass. Councilman Clif Betts, Jr. was absent. Also in attendance were: City Attorney, David Conlon, City Clerk Sandra Bennett and Director of Public Works, L. C. Fortner, Jr.~ President Domer asked Councilman Douglas to open the meeting with prayer. Minutes of the previous meetings held September 11th, 18th, 23rd and the 25th,1975 were read. President Domer stated that in the September 23rd minutes regarding Motorola's cost for the frequency change in the Fire Department~ Base station should read $218.00 per month for two years instead of total cost of $218.00. Councilman Hunt moved to approve the minutes as read with correction, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Vouchers on the following funds were approved: General Fund $ 17,736.99 Water & Sewer 0per. & Maint. Fund 25,332.48 Water & Sewer Revenue Fund 37,804.66 0kee. W & S System Revenue Fund 3,731.34 Federal Revenue Sharing Trust Fund 31,009.38 I & S Refunding Bonds Fund 2,996.00 Cigarette Tax Fund 1,127.50 It being the hour of Seven O'Clock and pursuant to Notice of Letting Invitation to bid on one new diesel tractor, bids were received opened and read from the following: Pippin Tractor and Equipment? Inc.~ Fort Pierce, Florida One Massey Ferguson Diesel Tractor $ 5,509.73 One 72" 3 point Hitch Rotary Mower with safety chains 88.9.00 Total bid $ 6,398.73 Minton Equipment Company, Fort Pierce Florida One International 364D Tractor $5,896.00 0ne~ S~tur~ VI 3- oint Hitch ~" Rotary mower, w~n Iron~ and r~ar chain ~6a s 953.00 --~ Total bid $6,849.00 0keechobee Tractor Company~ Inc., 0keechobee, Florida One Allis Chalmers Tractor, Model 5040 $ 5~428.00 One side winder 6' Rotary mower, model GB-722, with 3-point lift type 540 RPM gear box and safety gear 87~.O0 (Alternate Bid) Total bid $ 6,303.00 One Sidewinder 6' Rotary mower, model 6x6 with same specifications as above $ 650.00 Sunrise Tractor Company, Inc, Fort Pierce, Florida One new Ford 3900 Diesel Tractor $ 5,870.00 One new woods model 72, cadet mower with 3-point hitch, slip clutch and front and rear chain shielding 800.00 Total bid $ 6,670.00 P & P Tractor Com~any~ Okeechobee, Florida One New Case Utility Tractor $ 6,000.00 One Bushhog mower, heavy duty highway chains .... 540 RPM, with 3-point hitch 775.00 Total bid $ 6,775.00 The Council requested Director Fortner to tabulate the bids and return a recommendation, afterwhich Director Fortner returned and recommended the Council reject all bids and re-advertise with additional equipment. Councilman Douglas moved to reject all bids and re-advertise with additional equipment, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. CITY OF 0KEECHOBEE, FLORIDA NOTICE OF LETTING INVITATION TO BID Sealed Bids will be received by the City Council of the City of 0keechobee, Florida, at City Hall, P. 0. Box 215 until 7:00 O'Clock, P.M., December 9, 1975, at which time the bids duly submitted will be opened and read, for the purchase of the following equipment with two sets of parts manuals: 0n&~New diesel tractor with~ a P.T.O horsepower range of 37 HP minimum and 43 HP maximum; manual shuttle trans- mission with at least 6 forward and 6 reverse speeds; power steering; 2 rear tires, size 14.9 x 24 R4-6 Ply; 2 front tires, size 7.50 x 16 - 6 ply; 540 RPM live power take off, 12 volt electric system with alter- nator; 60 amp battery; amp, oil pressure, temperature and fuel gauges, hour meter, tachometer, lights, category ll-3 point hitch, rear fenders, differential lock, protection frame and canopy, exhaust mounted underneath, and with all other standard equipment not listed above. One - new heavy duty 72 inch lift type mower, 3 point hitch, 540 RPM heavy duty gearbox; safety chains on all openings. Bid must include date of delivery. The City of 0keechobee reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to accept the proposal deemed most advanta- geous to the City. Russell V. Domer PRESIDENT CITY COUNCIL CITY OF 0KEECHOBEE ATTEST: Sandra Bennett CITY CLERK PUBLISH IN THE 0KEECHOBEE NEWS: NOVEMBER 27 and DECEMBER 4, 1975. Pursuant to Notice of Letting-Invitation to bid on one new efficiency Ton Air-Conditioner Unit, bids were received, opened and read from the following Newman & Sons~ Inc~ 0keechobee, Florida One New high efficiency carrier Air Conditioner as per specifications $1,769.86 Ash~ Inc.; Miami, Florida One new high efficiency Air-Conditioner as per specifications $ ~984.OO Climatic Corporation~ Fort Pierce, Florida One new high efficiency air-conditioner as per specifications $2,129.00 Emory Walker Company, 0keechobee, Florida One new high efficiency, Whirlpool Condensing unit and PTR blower $1,450.00 One new high efficiency Lennox condensing unit and blower $1,750.00 Director Fortner was requested to tabulate the bids and return a recomm- endation afterwhich he returned and recommended the Council award Emory Walker Councilman Hunt moved to ~cept Emory Walker's bid, Company's bid for the Lennox Condensing unit and blower for $1,750.O0,/seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. President Domer refrained from voting due to conflict of interest. Pursuant to Notice published in The 0keechobee News of Letting- Invitation to bid on one 1976 automobile, bids were received, opened and read from the following: 0keechobee Motor Company, 0keechobee, Florida One new 1976 Fort Torino, 4 door Sedan, as per specifications $4,422.00 Gilbert Chevrolet Company~ Inc., 0keechobee, Florida One new 1976 Chevrolet Chevelle, Model a AC29 as per specifications $4,593.00 The Council requested Police Chief Ed Chisholm to tabulate the bids and to render a recommendation. Upon Chief Chisholm return, he stated that both bids met specifications and recommended the Council award the bid to Gilbert Chevrolet Company, Inc. due to the two Ford Torinos presently owned by the City running hot and had been in the shop numerous times for repairs. After more discussion, Councilman Bass moved to accept Gilbert Chevrolet Company, Inc. bid for the Chevrolet Company, Inc. bid for the Chevrolet Chevelle in the amount of $4,593.00 seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried. Councilman Hunt informed the Council that due to a cave in from the storm sewer line in the City Hall parking lot, City employee, Sylvia Christian, authmobile required repairs of $47.51. The Council directed the Clerk to check with Phillip Berger Insurance Company to see if the City's insurance will pay for the damages. Police Chief Chisholm presented a satisfactory employee performance evaluation on Shirley Logston, Secretary in the Police Department and requested a merit salary increase of $400.00. After discussion, Councilman Bass moved to increase Shirley Logston's salary $400.00 through the merit system effective November 14, 1975, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried. President Domer informed the Council that Mr. Roy Hopkins of the Division of Forrestry had contacted him regarding several civic groups plans to beautify the park and requesting the city to furnish the'irrigation system. President Domer called for discussion. Councilman Hunt remarked that he would have to see the plans before he could make a decision. Councilman Douglas stated that he was in favor of furnishing the water. After more ~emarks actiom wad ~p~t~pmed for further ~mvest~gat~p~ O2 cpmt. President Domer recommended the Council authorize the purchase of five Emerson Ross firemen badges for $70.80, seven Globe Bunker coats for $343.00 and 500 1½" feet hose for $700.00 for the Fire Department. He pointed out that this equipment was budgeted for in the 1975-76 budget. Councilman Douglas moved to authorize the Fire Department to purchase the above equipment, seconded by Council- man Bass and carried. 1913 City Clerk Bennett announced a meeting on Thursday, December 11, 1975 at 11:00 P.M. at the 0keechobee County Court House with the County Commissioners regarding the "208 Plan" Regional Planning Council on Water Resources. President Domer informed the Council that Mr. Allen H. Duncan scheduled to meet with the Council regarding the City's retirement system would not appear due to illness in the family and delay in receiving certification from the State, but would meet on November 25, 1975. Payment to the Volunteer Firmmen for each fire they attended were dis- cussed. Councilman Bass moved to increase the rate of payment from $2.50 to $30.00, effective October 1, 1975, seconded by Councilman Hunt and carried. A meeting to discuss increasing water rates was scheduled for Monday, November 17, 1975, at 6:30 P.M. Attorney Conlon was questioned about obtaining easements from property owners for the new purposed 24" water main on SR 441. He stated that each person would have to be contacted. Mrs. Louthian Ager, Assistant Director of 0keechobee County Bicentennial was recogmized~ She informed the Council that the 5th grade teacher, Mr. James Malanick, was interested in having his pubils paint the main fire hydrants in town red, white and blue for a Bicentennial project. She stated that the job would be supervised by adults. After discussion, the Council gave their approval of the project. Mrs. Ager also informed the Council that the Historical Society had joined the Okeechobee County Bicentennial Commission of Florida and were in the process of several projects. She invited the Council to attend. She alsl in- quired if the Council would be interested in purchasing a $20.00 Bicentennial flag. The Council requested Mrs. Ager to leave a flag at the City Clerk's office for Council's inspection. Management Training programs for the City's Department Heads was dis- cussed. President Domer stated that Sylvia Wolff, Assistant Dean of Inmtruction for the Indian River Community College 0keechobee site had informed him that such a program could be initiated if 15 people were interested. He remarked that if the Council approved he would check with the County to see if they would be interested. The COuncil agreed with President Domers's suggestion.' President Domer read Resolution Number 401, authorization and directing the County Engineer of 0keechobee County to make application for Federal Assis- tance under public law 92-500 construction Grants program. Af~erwhich, Councilman Douglas presented said Resolution and moved its adoption, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. RESOLUTION N0. 401 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY ENGINEER OF 0KEECHOBEE COUNTY TO MAKE APPLICA~TION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE UNDER PUBLIC LAW 92-500 CONSTRUCTION GRANTS PROGRAM. WHEREAS, the City of 0keechobee, Florida, proposed to prepare a "201 Facilities Plan" for Okeechobee City 201 Planning District for abatement df pollution; and WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and advisable to seek Federal '1914 assistance and/or state assistance for such planning study. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the City Council of 0keechobee City, Florida, as follows: 1) That Moseley C. COllins, Jr. County Engineer~ be and he is hereby authorized to execute and file and appli- cation on behalf of the Ci~ of 0keechobee with the Environmental Protection Agency for assistance under Public Law 92-500 sewage construction grants for the preparation of the "201 Facilities Plan" provided the Federal Grant would be 75% for 0keechobee City 201 Planning District. 2) That Moseley C. Collins, Jr., County Engineer, be and is hereby authorized and directed to furnish such in- formation as the Environmental Protection Agency may reasonably request in connection with the application which is herein authorized to be filed. PASSED AND ADOPTED THE 11th DAY OF NOVEMBER , 1975. at a Regular Meeting of the City Council. Russell Domer PRESIDENT OF TP~E CITY COUNCIL ATTEST: Sandra Bennett CITY CLERK APPROVED BY THIS 11th DAY OF NOVEMBER , 1975. Audle¥ Dunham MAYOR Mrs. June Holt was recognized. She inquired why the ordinance on --~ prohibiting dancing in a bar or any room connecting with a bar wasn't enforced. She stated that there was dancing in other bars and restaurants within the City limits. The Council referred the matter ~o Attorney Conlon for investigation and advised Mrs. Holt that she would be notified of the Councils decision. She also requested speed limit signs on West 5th Avenue from 0keechobee County School Superintendent's office to the Primary School. Director Fortner was directed to investigate. Mrs. Louthian Ager was again recognized. She described a problem whereby people were driving their automobiles onto the sidewalk at 3rd Ave. on the South side of the Elementary School. The Council informed Mrs. Ager that this matter concerned the School Board~and that She would have to contact them. Building Official Richard B. Spray, was recognized. He introduced Mr. L. E. Daniels of Daniels Plumbing. He recommended the Council increase plumbing fixtures permits from $1.00 to $2.00. After discussion, action was postponed and the Council requested Attorney Conlon to investigate. Police Chief Ed Chisholm submitted the Police Department activity report and report for prisioners meals for the month of October. He informed the Council that State law requires radars to be calibrated twice a year. He stated that Decator Electronics, Inc. of Titusville, Florida will service the radars and train any new police man for $60.00 and after talking with several other companies who had obtained their services, he recommended the Council contract Decator Electronics, Inc.. Councilman Bass moved to accept Decator Electronics, Inc. contract renewable every year, to calibrate the City's radar, seconded by 1915 Councilman Douglas and carried. Fire Assistant Edmond Reutebuch was recognized. He presented the Fire Report for the month of 0ctober~ 1975, and inquired about the Council's plans regarding the shelter for the fire truck. No action taken for further investiga- tion. Director Fortner was recognized. He presented the Water~ Sewer and Street Departments report for the month of October. Incorporated in the report were two letters from Robert E. Owen & Associates~ Inc., regarding estimates of both construction and engineering costs to make water service available to the new purposed school at 27th Street and Tuscaloosa; and informing Director Fortner that a 125 KW generator for auxiliary power is,.not adequate for the City's needs. Memorandum Number 5, Gas pumps for the city barn~ cost $90~.75. Councilman Douglas moved to authorize Director Fortner to purchase the gas pumps seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Memorandum Number ~, One 55 gallon drum sign stripper, cost $363.*00 . Councilman Douglas moved to approve the purchase of the sign stripper, seconded by Councilman Bass and carrie~ Memorandum Number 6, One main broom for sweeper, cost $220.00. Council- man Douglas moved to authorize Director to purchase the broom, seconded by Councilman Hunt and carried. Director Fortner informed the Council that F.H.A. Bond agreement requires the City to carry fire and extended coverage insurance on the new water plant. He stated that it would cost $121.00 per year for the new plant and $125.00 per year for the old plant for $20,000.00 coverage. Councilman Hunt moved to apply for the $20,000.00 coverage, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried. An application for employment was presented by Director Fortner to the Council, on Charles Edgar Hood for the Water Department. Director Fortner re- quested the Council confirm his employment as of October 2~, 1975. After re- viewing the application, Councilman Hunt moved to employ Hood as of October 21~ 1975, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Estimate Number 10 and final from Big Four Construction Company in the amount of $55,~2~.2~ for payment on contract no. 70-~006 A was presented for payment. Councilman Hunt moved to authorize final payment in the amount of $55,~24.2~ upon approval by Farmers Home Administration, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. Change Order Number 2 and final from Big Four Construction Company described as add 650 days to contract (to April 22, 1975) was presented for approval. Councilman Do~las moved to approve change order no. 2, upon approval by Farmers Home Administration~ seconded by Councilman Hunt and carried. Payment Request No. 1~ and final from Robert E. Owen & Associates, Inc, for engeneering fees earned for inspection of plant expansion based on Big Four Construction Company's estimate no. 10 and final and change order no. 1, was presented for payment in the amount of $1,053.83. Councilman Hunt moved to authorize final payment in the amount of $1,053.83, upon approval by Farmers Home Administration, seconded by Councilman Douglas and carried. The Clerk was asked to present her items of business. The first item presented were prices on an electronic calculator for the Clerk's office. She recommended the calculator from Burroughs Corporation. Councilman Douglas moved to authorize the purchase of an electronic calculator from Burroughs Corporation in the amount of $195.O0, seconded by Councilman Bass and carried. The Clerk presented a letter of appreciation from 0keechobee County for the City's help in filling the drop off in Lake 0keechobee. A letter from the Florida House of Representatives was read, regarding Senate Bill No. 2 Chapter 75-105, passed by 1975 session of the Florida Legis- lature regarding parking facilities for the disabled at any public building or office. The letter and copy of the law was referred to Attorney Conlon for study. The Clerk advised the Council of a State Bond Loan to assist local governments agencies in financing the construction of air and water pollution control and abatement and solid waste disposal facilities through the Division I of Bond Finance of the Department of General Services in conjuction with the Department of Environmental Regulation. There being no further business, the meeting was recessed to Monday, November 17, 1975 at 6:30 P.M. PRESIDENT CITY COUNCIL CITY CLERK November 17, 1975 The City Council of the City of 0keechobee, Florida, met in a recessed meeting at 6:30 P.M. at the City Hall with the following present: President Russell Domer, Councilmen: E. H. Hunt, Edward W. Douglas and Lavon Bass. Councilman Betts was absent. Also present were: City Clerk, Sandra Bennett.and Director of Public Works, L. C. Fortner, Jr. President Domer stated that due to increasing costs of electricity, fittings, labor, chemicals and repairs, Ordinance Number 356 requires the City to increase water rates to offset the deficit so the Department can operate as a sound business. The Council discussed the purposed increased water rates. Councilman Douglas suggested the rate for out of city limits be $6.50 minimum charge. Council agreed. Councilman Hunt and Director Fortner was requested to go over the rates and make a recommendation at the next meeting.