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2018-08-07CITY OF OKEECHOBEE AUGUST 7, 2018, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 55 SE 3Ro AVENUE * COUNCIL CHAMBERS * OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 SUMMARY OF COUNCIL ACTION PAGE 1 OF 11 AGENDA COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE I. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor August 7, 2018, City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00 P.M. Mayor Watford called the August 7, 2018, Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.; and took a moment to ask those in attendance to keep all the families involved in the tragic events that have happened in the community over the last 24 hours in their prayers. II. OPENING CEREMONIES: Invocation given by Pastor Cary McKee, More 2 Life Ministries; Pledge of The invocation was offered by Pastor Cary McKee of More 2 Life Ministries; the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Allegiance to be led by Mayor Watford. Mayor Watford. III. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk City Clerk Gamiotea called the roll: Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Present Council Member Noel A. Chandler Present Council Member Monica M. Clark Present Council Member Gary Ritter Present City Attorney John R. Cook Present City Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca Present City Clerk Lane Gamiotea Present Deputy City Clerk Bobbie Jenkins Present Fire Chief Herb Smith Present Police Chief Bob Peterson Present Public Works Director David Allen Present Finance Director India Riedel Present IV. AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS - Mayor A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's Mayor Watford asked whether there were any requests for the addition, deferral, or withdrawal of items on today's agenda. agenda? Administrator MontesDeOca requested the floor and expressed his gratitude to his City family for their support over the last two years with the passing of his parents. He also thanked his girlfriend Patricia Orozco, who was in attendance, for the love and support she has shown him. He then asked for her hand in marriage; she said yes. His sister Natalia Clewell, and future mother-in-law Patricia Serna, were also present to witness this joyous occasion. Council Member Chandler moved to offer congratulations to Administrator MontesDeOca and Patty Orozco on their engagement and best wishes for a happily ever after life; seconded by Council Members Clark and Ritter. 333 334 AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 2 OF 11 AGENDA IV. AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS CONTINUED A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda continued. B. Public participation for any issues not on the agenda - Agenda Item Form or Comment Card is required. Citizen comments are limited to 3 minutes per speaker unless otherwise approved by the Mayor. V. MINUTES - City Clerk A. Motion to approve the Summary of Council Action for the July 10, 2018, Regular Meeting Minutes. VI. WARRANT REGISTER -City Administrator A. Motion to approve the June, 2018 Warrant Register: GeneralFund......................................................................... $432,731.60 Public Facilities Improvement Fund......... $ 13,810.88 Capital Improvement Projects Fund ........ $ 5,575.06 Appropriations Grant Fund ...................... $ 940.66 VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Update regarding Hurricane Irma FEMA Transition Recovery Emergency Measures Project - Jefferson Mason, FEMA Fluor Contractor. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER —YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. New Business Item 13,1, Exhibit 10, to discuss the Okeechobee County Economic Development Strategic Plan presented by Mr. William H. Fruth of the Policom Corporation was added by Mayor Watford. Mayor Watford opened the floor for public comment on matters not on the agenda. There was none. Council Member Clark moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the Regular meeting of July 10, 2018; seconded by Council Member Ritter. There was no discussion on this item. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER— YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Ritter moved to approve the June, 2018 Warrant Register in the amounts: General Fund, four hundred thirty-two thousand, seven hundred thirty-one dollars and sixty cents ($432,731.60); Public Facilities Improvement Fund, thirteen thousand, eight hundred ten dollars and eighty-eight cents ($13,810.88); Capital Improvement Projects Fund, five thousand, five hundred seventy-five dollars and six cents ($5,575.06); and Appropriations Grant Fund, nine hundred forty dollars and sixty-six cents ($940.66); seconded by Council Member Clark. There was no discussion on this item, VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK— YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Due to the absence of Mr. Mason, Administrator MontesDeOca explained the City was seventeenth in the State to submit all necessary, fully completed paperwork to FEMA. Finance Director Riedel did a thorough job completing the necessary requirements and FEMA has approved the City's claim for reimbursement of expenses associated with the costs incurred during and after Hurricane Irma. The City is waiting to receive the distribution of funds. AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 3 OF 11 335 AGENDA VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED B. Motion to approve Addendum No. 2 to the contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc. - KeLy Adeiberg, Vice Presidel-,t o" Operations (Exhibit 1). ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA Development Strategic Plan (Exhibit 10). B.I. Discuss the Okeechobee County Economic - Mr, William H. Fruth, Policom Corporation COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION -VOTE Council Member Ritter moved to approve Addendum No. 2 to the Contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc. (TCMA); seconded by Council Member Clark. Mrs. Kelly Adelberg and Ms. Aurora Gnad distributed and presented a report that covered the services provided by TCMA for the months of April through June of 2018. During this period the Clinic was open and available 873 hours. There was a total of 39 visits; two being workers compensation, 13 being general wellness, 15 episodic/acute (sick), and nine occupational. A total of 12 in-house diagnostic tests were provided; five x-rays and seven lab draws. The demographics for the visits were as follows: 22 males, 12 females; 97 percent were employees, three percent were dependents. A total of 28 prescriptions were written with 14 being dispensed in -office and 14 dispensed externally. Mrs. Adelberg added her employees attended the employee benefit fair held today and a total of 10 employees had their wellness review. Mayor Watford thanked them for attending the benefits fair and confirmed the Contract term ends September 30, 2020, and the fees will remain the same for this period. With no further discussion, Mayor Watford called for a vote. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Mr. William "Bill" Fruth, with Policom Corporation met with Mayor Watford and Economic Council of Okeechobee's Executive Director Jennifer Tewksbury, prior to the Council meeting to explain his consultant services that originated in 2005 with the Okeechobee Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). Based on the information the Mayor gained from that meeting, he asked Mr. Fruth to present the same to the Council. The timing also goes hand -in -hand with budget preparation, as the City will be asked to participate monetarily in this program. Provided in Exhibit 10 and reviewed by Mr. Fruth was a summary of the condition of the economy of Okeechobee County as a whole. The summary is not intended to represent a comprehensive analysis of the area, but to only provide a general review of key components. Policom Corporation analyzes a local economy from the perspective of how the economy influences the "economic quality of life" of the people who live and work in the area. Annually Policom Corporation ranks all metropolitan and micropolitan areas for economic strength, which is the long-term tendency for an area to consistently grow in size and quality. Okeechobee County is also known as the Okeechobee Micropolitan Statistical Area (OMSA). The following chart provides the rankings of the OMSA for the last ten years, noting there are a total of 550 micropolitan statistical areas: Year Rank Year Rank Year Rank Year Rank Year Rank 2018 449 2016 367 2014 383 2012 397 2010 423 2017 436 2015 345 2013 442 2011 393 2009 436 336 AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 4 OF 11 AGENDA VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA B.1. Discuss the Okeechobee County Economic Development Strategic Plan continued. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE The growth rankings are calculated in the areas and shown in the following chart: Average Annual % Increase Last 5 Years (2011-2016) Last 10 Years (2007.2016) Previous 10 Years (1997-2006) Population 112 246 38 Employment 88 188 67 Earnings 69 240 107 Annual Wages 92 327 228 Number of NF (non -farm) Proprietors 244 377 64 Per Capita Personal Income 250 453 332 Per Capital Government Transfers 442 184 548 The growth ranking percentage in each area, as well as actual numbers, for 2016 and 2006 for OMSA were provided in the chart below: Actual Amounts 2016 Rank 2006 Rank Population 40,314 307 39,668 308 Annual Wages 39,736 401 33,291 393 Per Capita Personal Income 29,106 531 23,193 515 Per Capita Government Transfers 9,694 268 5,860 306 Per Capita Medicare 3,019 39 1,889 56 Per Capita Retire Transfers 8,697 276 5,251 296 Per Capital Welfare -Actual 967 164 556 254 Per Capita Medicaid 1,421 394 805 424 Typically, strong economies have multiple primary industries. In 2016, the estimated primary source of money entering Okeechobee County was the farming industry at approximately 45 percent. The additional ten sectors cited averaged less than 20 percent per industry. The ten largest industrial sectors were listed as transportation, manufacturing, professional, construction, agriculture, other services, farm, restaurant and hotel, local government, and retail. A graph showing the total number of employees for these industrial sectors from 2001 through 2016 was provided. The retail industry shows the largest number, averaging 2,000 employees during this time frame. Graphs were provided to show how the OMSA compares nationally with employment, population growth, average annual earnings, and dependency upon government benefits including social security, medicare, medicaid, and various social welfare programs. The County has lost population for five of the past seven years, causing stalled job growth; average annual earnings have decreased from approximately 80 percent in 1987 to below 70 percent in 2016; and government dependency has increased from approximately 20 percent in 1987 to 35 percent in 2016, Additional graphs were provided showing the OMSA as a relatively contained economy meaning at least 75 percent of the workforce lives and works in the County, Lastly, a final graph was provided showing the reported number of residential building permits issued in Okeechobee County from 1990 to 2017; 2007 shows a major increase in permits issued but has dropped each year since, showing less than 50 issued in 2017, AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 5 OF 11 337 11 AGENDA II COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION -VOTE II VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA B.1. Discuss the Okeechobee County Economic Development Strategic Plan continued. C. Consider a Temporary Street Closing Application, submitted by Okeechobee Main Street for the 2018 Labor Day Festival, to close Blocks 200, 300 and 400 of Southwest Park Street between Southwest 2nd, 3rd and 4th Avenues between North and South Park Streets, along with the 200 Block and 300 Block of Southwest Park Street on Friday, August 31, 2018, at 5:00 P.M. and continuing through Monday, September 3, 2018, at Midnight - City Administrator (Exhibit 2). Mr. Fruth explained in order to make every attempt to turn the economy around; three very important areas have to be addressed. One began a few weeks ago with the incorporation of the Okeechobee Economic Development Corporation (OEDC). This will need to be a professionally led and well -funded free standing organization, overseeing the progress of the Strategic Plan, the availability of improved industrial real estate, and the availability of a trainable work force. The OEDC is made up of members of the BOCC, School Board, Chamber of Commerce Board, Indian River State College Board, and City Council. Mr. Fruth asked that the Council consider earmarking $50,000.00 in the Fiscal Year 2018-19 Budget to help with the funding. BOCC Chair Mr. Terry Burroughs addressed the Council at the request of Mayor Watford. He reiterated what Mr. Fruth articulated regarding the untrainable workforce and the state of Okeechobee County's economy as a whole. The BOCC has agreed to contribute $250,000.00 to the OEDC. Mr. Burroughs, Mr, Jeff Sumner, and Mr, Frank Irby make up the current Board. Additional investors will be asked to participate as the Board creates policies and by-laws to be adopted, and the hiring of professionals to carry out the Plan. Council Members Clark and Ritter expressed the importance of the City's participation with this program. Council Member Chandler agreed and suggested to wait and make a decision on this with a full Council. Mayor Watford recommended Administrator MontesDeOca represent the City on this Board as he is very pro -development, pro -growth, and with his background as an Engineer, he understands the development codes. Motion and second by Council Members Clark and Ritter to participate in the Okeechobee Economic Development Corporation, appointing the City Administrator to represent the City on the Board. The monetary portion of the request made by Mr. Fruth will be discussed during the budget process. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Clark moved to approve a Temporary Street Closing Application submitted by Okeechobee Main Street, temporarily closing a portion of Southwest 2nd, 3rd and 4th Avenues between North and South Park Streets, along with the 200 and 300 blocks of West South Park Street, beginning at 5:00 P.M. on Friday, August 31, 2018, through 12:00 A.M., Monday, September 3, 2018, for the Labor Day Festival; seconded by Council Member Ritter. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER —YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. 338 AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 6 OF 11 II AGENDA II COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE II VII, NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED D. Motion to amend a Bid award in No. PW 03-00-06-18 for pressure Department, and Records Retent (Exhibit 3), ie amount of $19,580,00 for Project washing and painting City Hall, Fire )n Building - Public Works Director E. Motion to grant a request for a 21-day extension for Project No. PW 01-00-04-18, Police Department Roof Replacement - City Administrator and Public Works Director (Exhibit 4). F. Motion to award a Bid in the amount of $35,865.00 to Boromei Construction for Project No. PW 02-00-05-18-RB, City Hall Door Replacement - Public Works Director (Exhibit 5). Motion and second by Council Members Ritter and Clark to amend the Contract awarded to Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake, LLC, for Bid No. PW 03-00-06-18 Pressure Washing and Painting City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Building as follows: waive the performance bond requirement; amend and clarify the workers compensation requirement to read that Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake, LLC may operate under the Florida workers compensation exemption law, or outside workers must be hired through an agency with workers compensation insurance. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Motion and second by Council Members Chandler and Clark to grant an extension of the Police Department Roof Replacement Contract for Bid No. PW 01-00-04-18. The Contract began June 28, 2018, with a completion date of August 27, 2018. However, after the forensic investigation of the roof was concluded, it was discovered that the underlying roofing material is metal as opposed to the assumed plywood. The specifications have to be modified; the price remains the same. The Contractor requested extending the Contract completion by 21-days in order to obtain approval by the manufacturer to assure the 15 year warranty would be valid with the minor specification change. Additionally, there could be weather delays and staff requested authorization to extend the project 60-days if needed. Mayor Watford asked if there was any additional discussion on the request for a 60-day extension; there was none. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Chandler moved to award Bid No. PW 02-00-05-18-RB City Hall Door Replacement, in the amount of $35,865.00 to Boromei Construction of Okeechobee; seconded by Council Member Clark. The Re -Bid was let on June 29, 2018, with a mandatory Pre -Bid meeting held on July 10, 2018. The opening was July 18, 2018. In addition to Boromei Construction, Meticulous Construction of West Palm Beach submitted a bid for $79,000.00, Council Member Ritter expressed concern with the almost 50 percent price difference from the opposing Bidder. Administrator MontesDeOca assured him research has been done on the discrepancies of prices. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 7 OF 11 339 II AGENDA II COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE II VII, NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED G. Motion to award a Bid in the amount of $15,775.00 to Glasgow Equipment Service, Inc. for the purchase of a new gas pump for the Public Works Facility - Public Works Director (Exhibit 6). H. Motion to dispose of obsolete and surplus equipment that is no longer needed by the City - Public Works Director (Exhibit 7). Motion and second by Council Members Clark and Ritter to approve [an emergency equipment] purchase [as allowed in Florida Statutes 252.38] in the amount of $15,775.00 to Glasglow Equipment Service, Inc. of West Palm Beach for a new gas pump for the Cleveland Lamb Public Works Facility. Administrator MontesDeOca explained in lieu of a formal bid, Attorney Cook researched the Florida Statutes and found that this purchase can be classified as emergency equipment. Although this specific item is over the budgeted amount, the Public Works Capital Improvement overall budget is still within the projected amount for this Fiscal Year. Additional information and clarification: City Code Section 2-284 provides procedures for the formal bidding process on equipment and services costing $7,500.00 or more. However, Florida Statute 252.38(3) provides that purchases made for emergency management purposes may be exempt from the formal bidding procedures. Director Allen requested quotes from several companies but only two were received. Glasgow provided the lowest quote with Southern Tank and Pump of Fort Myers providing the other quote, which was $17,318.00. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Motion and second by Council Members Chandler and Ritter to dispose of obsolete and surplus City equipment as listed in Exhibit 7: (17) Samsung Desk Communication Systems, (2) 4-drawer lateral filing cabinets, (7) 4-drawer filing cabinets, aluminum traffic signal box (model no. 59X40X29), aluminum traffic signal box (model no. 41X24X19), Anderson Trailer 8x24, Bezzecchi Fertilizer Spreader, Bush Hog M90 grader back blade, (4) maroon lazy boy chairs, (5) gray chairs with (2) accessory tables, Coleman Powermate pro compressor, Crown Victoria, Desk grey metal, Desk grey wood with drawer lateral file cabinet, Desk right return with brown credenza, Diagnostic Scanner, Ford Escape, Fuel tank 10' x 4'3", John Deere 410K ATT 60" bucket, Liquid Asphalt Distributor, Mitts & Morrill Chipper, Newstripe Painter, Old TV etc on pallet, (3) police car cages, (4) 23' red light footer poles, (4) 60' red light pole arms, Rhino cutter, Samurai Video KX-77 with charger, Ford 260C New Holland Tractor. These items will be auctioned through the govdeals.com website. WATFORD — YEA RITTER— YEA VOTE: CHANDLER— YEA CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED. 34 AUGUST 7. 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 8 OF 11 AGENDA VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED Motion to award a Bid in the amount of $31,574.97 to Ten-8 Fire Equipment to rebuild the motor on the Fire Department ladder truck - Fire Chief (Exhibit 8). Primitive Baptist Church property update - City Attorney, K. Appointment of New Council Member - Mayor (Exhibit 9). COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Motion and second by Council Members Clark and Ritter to award a quote to Ten-8 Fire Equipment of Bradenton [as an emergency equipment repair as allowed in Florida Statutes 252.38] in the amount of $31,574.97 to rebuild the motor on the Fire Department ladder truck and include a 10 to 15 percent contingency totaling $35,000.00. Additional information and clarification: City Code Section 2-284 provides procedures for the formal bidding process on equipment and services costing $7,500.00 or more. However, Florida Statute 252.38(3) provides that purchases made for emergency management purposes may be exempt from the formal bidding procedures. Chief Smith also obtained quotes from Florida Detroit Diesel of Fort Pierce for $48,870.00 and Hall -Mark of Ocala for $90,145.00. The quotes include re -certifying the pump after installation. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Attorney Cook provided an update on the status of the Primitive Baptist Church property located at 1003 Southwest 3rd Avenue (Legal: Lots 9 through 12 of Block 8, SOUTH OKEECHOBEE, Plat Book 1, Page 12) since it was last discussed at the May 1, 2018, meeting. Permission was obtained to enter the property. A site visit was performed by the Mayor, Building Official Newell, Administrator MontesDeOca, and Major Hagan to be sure the property was sound before any further action is taken to obtain the property; Building Official Newell confirmed the building was sound. Since the purchase of the tax certificate by another party on June 1, 2017, the property has been cited for violation of Code Book Sections 30-43 public nuisance and 30-44 general cleaning and beautification; it is going before the Code Enforcement Board on August 14, 2018. Mr. Michael O'Connor resigned his City Council seat effective June 1, 2018. As provided in Code Section 2-39, the Mayor instructed the City Clerk to advertise the vacancy on June 20, 2018, and receive applications until July 20, 2018. Five applications were received from: John Wesley Abney, Jr., Ted Denisuk, Robert John Jarriel, Sr., Robert Michael Keefe, Jr., and Georganna Kirk. Mayor Watford explained he was uncomfortable with putting the Applicants through an "interview" type process similar to an employee. Additionally, he asked Clerk Gamiotea to contact the Attorney General's Office for an opinion on any Sunshine or Ethics laws that could factor into the process. It was strongly suggested that the Applicants not contact or hold one-on-one meetings with Council Members as violations of the Sunshine Laws could easily happen with or without intent. As a compromise to allow questions, Council Members provided issues they wanted to be addressed by the Applicants to the Clerk. Once approved by Attorney Cook, they were emailed to all Applicants. AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 9 OF 11 341 AGENDA VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member continued. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Mayor Watford explained Applicants will be called in alphabetical order to give any remarks and respond to the issues requested. Each Council Member will write their top three choices on a sheet of paper; a tabulation will be calculated by the Mayor and Clerk; and a majority must be prominent for a motion to be made. When a majority is not identified, the process is repeated until a majority reached. With the instructions clearly understood, Mayor Watford yielded the floor to the first Applicant, Mr. John Wesley Abney, Jr. Mr. John Wesley Abney, Jr.'s presentation was as follows: How do you view the City of Okeechobee's role in the Treasure Coast and Heartland Regions? He would like to continue the strong relationship with the Treasure Coast and Heartland areas, adding he also supports the Florida Research Coast. If you could inject change in the City what would be your number one priority? His main focus would be to address the commercial corridor, improving the general appearance of the properties, as well as addressing vacant properties, to promote a positive opinion of our community. What are areas you feel the Council is doing well and areas that need improvement? The Code Enforcement needs to be improved, while preserving property owner rights. Why are you interested in being on the City Council? His work experience as a contractor for over 20 years, the positions he has held on various local boards, the construction licensing board, and board of realtors, provides him with the knowledge of what our community needs. He would also like to promote interest for our citizens, Outside your residency of the City, what activities have you been involved with that has influenced your opinions or qualifications for this position? Along with his work experience, Okeechobee is a place his family has called home for four generations. Mr. Abney then thanked the Council for their consideration. Mr. Ted Denisuk's presentation was as follows: How do you view the City of Okeechobee's role in the Treasure Coast and Heartland Regions? The City of Okeechobee provides a small town feel. If you could inject change in the City what would be your number one priority? He would like to make improvements that retain businesses. What are areas you feel the Council is doing well and areas that need improvement? He would like to improve the pay of City employees providing them with an incentive to maintain their employment. He feels the Council maintains a good relationship with County, Why are you interested in being on the City Council? He would like to venture into politics, and feels he could contribute in the continuation of the City, Outside your residency of the City, what activities have you been involved with that has influenced your opinions or qualifications for this position? He is currently serving on the Code Enforcement Board for his third consecutive term, he has participated in raising funds for the Make A Wish foundation, and has multi -tasking work experience. Mr. Denisuk thanked the Council for their time. Mr. Robert John Jarriel, Sr.'s presentation was as follows: How do you view the City of Okeechobee's role in the Treasure Coast and Heartland Regions? He believes 'that the City plays a vital role in the Treasure Coast and Heartland areas, and these areas help stimulate the economy. If you could inject change in the City what would be your number one priority? His priority would be to address managed growth in the area. What are areas you feel the Council is doing well and areas that need improvement? The services he receives every time he comes to City Hall are excellent; he always leaves with a smile on his face. 342 AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 10 OF 11 AGENDA VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member continued. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION -VOTE Mr. Jarriel continued: Why are you interested in being on the City Council? He feels he can make a positive impact due to his retirement. Outside your residency of the City, what activities have you been involved with that has influenced your opinions or qualifications for this position? Mr. Jarriel provided a brief history of himself. He is happily married with five children, seven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. He was raised in Loxahatchee and spent several years volunteer coaching youth area sports. He is currently serving on the Finance Committee of the South Florida Fair Board, whose budget is over 12 million dollars, but started his tenure with this Board in 1998 serving as a Trustee eventually moving up to Chairman. He was also voted to the Wall of Fame for this Board. He has worked heavily with the Palm Beach County Commissioners and State Legislators to obtain funding for the fair. He has also been a part of awarding over $36,000.00 in scholarships, with three going to Okeechobee students. He and his wife decided to move to Okeechobee after retiring in 2004, and moved to the City two years ago. Since that time he has tried to attend as many council meetings as possible. He is a proud member of the City Planning Board. In 1980, he became a State Certified Contractor and opened Sunshine Aluminum. Upon retiring, the business was still operating and he left it to the four employees that managed the Company. He feels his experiences provide him with great qualifications for this position, Mr. Robert Michael Keefe, Jr.'s presentation was as follows: How do you view the City of Okeechobee's role in the Treasure Coast and Heartland Regions? He believes the City is more aligned with the Heartland region rather than the Treasure Coast because we are more Rural. He does not see the City being a major role player on the Treasure Coast. He feels we should be the front runner in the Heartland Region. If you could inject change in the City what would be your number one priority? He would like to create a more invigorating life and downtown area. What are areas you feel the Council is doing well and areas that need improvement? The Council maintains excellent fiscal responsibility, but he would like more emphasis placed on the redevelopment of the downtown area by way of a Community Redevelopment Agency. He would also like to increase amenities such as parks and recreation. Why are you interested in being on the City Council? Communities need good leadership to thrive and he believes his military experience provided him with this experience, He was an Officer of the United States Marine Corps, and does not sit on the sidelines and complain, he gets involved. Outside your residency of the City, what activities have you been involved with that has influenced your opinions or qualifications for this position? He started the Wounded Warrior Center for Veterans and First Responders. He is a small business owner in the City, and a Director on the Chamber of Commerce Board. He is also a member of the City Planning Board. He always attends community functions, shops locally, and has a heart for his hometown. Mr. Keefe added he wants to be a part of the change and looks forward to the opportunity. Ms. Georganna Kirk's presentation was as follows: How do you view the City of Okeechobee's role in the Treasure Coast and Heartland Regions? She believes the City can learn some "best practices" from these regions. If you could inject change in the City what would be your number one priority? Growth. The City needs to grow to maintain existing businesses, increase new businesses, and to retain our youth. AUGUST 7, 2018 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 11 OF 11 343 II AGENDA II COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE II VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member continued. Vill. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor Please take notice and be advised that when a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he/she may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. City Clerk media are for the sole numose of backup for official records of the Clerk ATT ST: ]A�( Via L ne Gamio a, CMC, City Clerk bowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor Ms. Kirk continued: What are areas you feel the Council is doing well and areas that need improvement? The structure of Government is excellent. She would like to see more support for the Code Enforcement department as the City needs to look the part if it wants to grow. Why are you interested in being on the City Council? She is a long-term resident, has 26 years of management experience with the Florida Community Health Centers, and is currently the Chief Administrative Officer and has dedicated her career to take care of the health care for those families that cannot afford it, Outside your residency of the City, what activities have you been involved with that has influenced your opinions or qualifications for this position? She has experience in grant writing, and has met with State and Federal Legislators for funding. She is familiar with federal funding requirements, oversight, and financial review. Her father was also the longest serving Mayor of the City, James E. Kirk. Working with people is what she does; it is her passion. Ms. Kirk thanked the Council for the opportunity. Mayor Watford expressed his appreciation to the Applicants for their willingness to serve and asked that the decision made by the Council not be taken personally. Council Member Ritter echoed the Mayor's comments thanking each Applicant for applying, adding the unique backgrounds makes this decision extremely difficult. The ranking (labeled as Round 1) for the number one pick was one for Mr. Jarriel and Mr. Keefe, and two for Mr. Abney. The number two pick was one for Mr. Keefe and Ms. Kirk, and two for Mr. Abney. The number three pick was one for Ms. Kirk and three for Mr. Jarriel. The ranking (labeled as Round 2) for the number one pick was four for Mr. Abney. The number two pick was two for Mr. Jarriel, and one for Mr. Keefe and Ms. Kirk. The number three pick was two for Ms. Kirk and two for Mr. Jarriel. With a clear majority, Mayor Watford entertained a motion. Council Member Clark moved to appoint Mr. John Wesley Abney, Jr., to the City Council to begin August 21, 2018, upon taking the Oath of Office of Council Member, to serve until January4, 2021, or until their successor is elected and qualified; seconded by Council Member Ritter. VOTE: WATFORD m YEA CHANDLER m YEA CLARK v YEA RITTER ® YEA MOTION CARRIED. There being no further discussion, nor items on the agenda, Mayor Watford adjourned the meeting at 8:08 P.M. The next regular scheduled meeting is August 21, 2018. STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Katrina Elsken, who on oath says she is the Publisher of the Okeechobee News, a three times a week Newspaper published at Okeechobee, in Okeechobee County,, Florida, that, the attached copy of advertisement being a 1'tLQU C in the matter of Lb;;ili- l+1 in the 19th Judicial District of the Circuit Court of Okeechobee County, Florida, was published in said newspaper in the issues of Affiant further says that the said Okeechobee News is a newspaper published at Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee County, Florida, and that said newspaper has heretofore been published continuously in said Okeechobee County, Florida each week and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first publication of the attached copy of advertisement, and afpiant further says that she has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, commission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. 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COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Council Member Noel Chandler Council Member Monica Clark Council Member Gary Ritter Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca Attorney John R. Cook Clerk Lane Gamiotea Deputy Clerk Bobbie Jenkins Fire Chief Herb Smith Police Chief Bob Peterson Public Works Director David Allen Finance Director India Riedel IV, AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS — Mayor A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda. B. Public participation for any issues not on the agenda — Agenda Item Form or Comment Card is required. Citizen comments are limited to 3 minutes per speaker unless otherwise approved by the Mayor. 1 V. MINUTES — City Clerk A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the July 10, 2018 Regular Meeting. VI. WARRANT REGISTER — City Administrator A. Motion to approve the June 2018 Warrant Register. General Fund $432,731.60 Public Facilities Improvement Fund $ 13,810.88 Capital Improvement Projects Fund $ 5,575.06 Appropriations Grant Fund $ 940.66 VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Update and status regarding Hurricane Irma FEMA Transition Recovery Emergency Measures Project — Jefferson Mason, FEMA Fluor Contractor B. Motion to approve Addendum No. 2 to the contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc. — Kelly Adelberg, Vice President of Operations (Exhibit 1). C. Consider a Temporary Street Closing Application, submitted by Okeechobee Main Street for the 2018 Labor Day Festival, to close Blocks 200, 300 and 400 of SW Park Street between SW 2nd, 3rd and 01 Avenues between North and South Park Streets, along with the 200 Block and 300 Block of SW Park Street on Friday, August 31, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. and continuing through Monday, September 3, 2018 at Midnight — City Administrator (Exhibit 2). D. Motion to amend a bid award in the amount of $19,580.00 for Project No. PW 03-00-06-18 for pressure washing and painting City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Building — Public Works Director (Exhibit 3). E. Motion to grant a request for a 21-day extension for Project No. PW 01-00-04-18, Police Department Roof Replacement — City Administrator and Public Works Director (Exhibit 4) Motion to award a bid in the amount of $35,865,00 to Boromei Construction for Project No. PW 02-00-05-18-RB, City Hall Door Replacement — Public Works Director (Exhibit 5). August 7, 2018 PAGE 2 of 3 August 7, 2018 PAGE 3 of 3 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED G. Motion to ayuard a-W in the amount of $15,775,00 to Glasgow Equipment Service, Inc. for the purchase of a new gas pump for the Public Works Facility — Public Works Director (Exhibit 6). N0�-���pWcrib �i 6v, ,9 a84, -LI 1S ,AU 4M vl, bav�&r� `� �� FS • 27 H. Motion to dispose of obsolete and surplus equipment that is no longer needed by the City — Public Works Director (Exhibit 7). I. Motion to a } in the amount of $31,04.97 to Ten Fire Equipment to rebuild the motor on the Fire Department ladder truck — Fire Chief (Exhibit 8). �� `.4o1�pWtxL9� CAd��- o�o� A, ta,It C) VCi--L- LW-. I �i' Jw �rL • o� p� F.5• �7 d/ l J. Primitive Baptist Church property update — City Attorney jzijil 51illb K. Appointment of New Council Member— Mayor (Exhibit 9). Vill. ADJOURN MEETING — Mayor PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE ADVISED that if any person desires to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this proceeding, such interested person will need a record of the proceeding, and for such purpose may need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. City Clerk recordings are for the sole purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any person with a disability as defined by the ADA, that needs special accommodation to participate in this proceeding, contact the City Clerk's Office no later than two business days prior to proceeding, 863-763-3372. BE ADVISED that should you intend to show any document, picture, video or items to the Council in support or opposition to any item on the agenda; a copy of the document, picture, video, or item must be provided to the City Clerk for the City's records. City of Okeechobee, August 7, 2018 Meeting Minutes taken during the meeting by Lane Gamiotea CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Watford called the Regular City Council Meeting to order on August 7, 2018, at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers, Room 200 located at City Hall, 55 SE 3rd Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida 34974. Mayor tragic events in our community over the last 24 hours. Keep all the families involved in your prayers. OPENING CEREMONIES: The invocation was offered by Pastor Cary McKee, More 2 Life Ministries; the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Watford. III. MAYOR, COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Present Council Member Noel Chandler Present Council Member Monica Clark Present Council Member Gary Ritter Present City Attorney John R. Cook Present City Administrator Marcos MontesDeOca Present City Clerk Lane Gamiotea Present Deputy City Clerk Bobbie Jenkins Present Fire Chief Herb Smith Present Police Chief Bob Peterson Present Public Works Director David Allen Present Finance Director India Riedel Present IV. AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS - Mayor A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda. Mayor Watford asked whether there were any requests for the addition, deferral, or withdrawal of items on today's agenda? Presentation by Administrator, City family came together during all those tragic times. MDO proposal to Patty. Council congratulations to best wishes for a happily ever after Motion by Noel and Monica and Gary, Vote Motion Carried. DW this will be a historic meeting. First proposal on record. Added by Mayor - New Business Item B.1, Exhibit #10, Discussion regarding the Economic Development Strategic Plan — Okeechobee County, Mr. William H. Fruth, Policom Corporation. B. Public participation for any issues not on the agenda - Agenda Item Form or Comment Card is required. Citizen comments are limited to 3 minutes per speaker unless otherwise approved by the Mayor. None were provided. V. MINUTES — City Clerk A. Motion to approve the Summary of Council Action for the July 10, 2018, Regular Meeting Minutes. Council Member Clark moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the Regular meeting of July 10, 2018; seconded by Council Member Ritter. There was no discussion on this item. WATFORD — YEA RITTER — YEA VOTE: CHANDLER — YEA VI. WARRANT REGISTER — City Administrator A. Motion to approve the June, 2018 Warrant Register: General Fund CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED. $432,731.60 Page 1 of 9 Public Facilities Improvement Fund $ 13,810.88 Capital Improvement Projects Fund $ 5,575.06 Appropriations Grant Fund $ 940.66 Council Member Ritter moved to approve the June, 2018 Warrant Register in the amounts: General Fund, four hundred thirty-two thousand, seven hundred thirty-one dollars and sixty cents ($432,731.60); Public Facilities Improvement Fund, thirteen thousand, eight hundred ten dollars and eighty-eight cents ($13,810.88); Capital Improvement Projects Fund, five thousand, five hundred seventy-five dollars and six cents ($5,575.06); and Appropriations Grant Fund, nine hundred forty dollars and sixty-six cents ($940.66); seconded by Council Member Clark. There was no discussion on this item. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Update regarding Hurricane Irma FEMA Transition Recovery Emergency Measures Project — Jefferson Mason, FEMA Fluor Contractor MDO Jeff is not here at his time, traveling from Ft Myers and may not have been able to make it. #17 in the state to submit all our paperwork, we are complete, final been done, waiting for distribution from the State. Checks in the mail. We hope, been allocated, just waiting approval. B. Motion to approve Addendum No. 2 to the contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc. — Kelly Adelberg, Vice President of Operations (Exhibit 1). Council Member Ritter moved to approve Addendum No. 2 to the Contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc.; seconded by Council Member Clark. Kelly and Aurora distributed a quarterly report and reviewed. April to June. Page 2 weekly break down of visits. Page 3 pie chart. Page 4 visit type, episodic/acute is not feeling well/illness and want to get back to work. Rx at the office, can dispense in house instead of claiming on insurance. In house diagnostics, labs drawn. Page 5 demographics, breakdown of age and gender. Page 6 patient type, employee, spouses and retirees. Page 7 prescription dispensing breakdown trying to do the majority in-house for more a savings. Kelly, open enrollment benefit fair today, had 10 employees that did their wellness review. DW thank you for being at the benefits fair today. Any questions from the council or explanation, term is from September 30, 2020. Fees are the same. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA B.1. Discuss the Okeechobee County Economic Development Strategic Plan — Mr. William H. Fruth, Policom Corporation (Exhibit 10). Mr. Bill Fruth, thank you for inviting me, I was once a mayor myself, elected mayor of my hometown Tifton, OH banc in 1980, 1 was 27 yrs old at the time, strong mayor form of govt by the way, full time job, looking. I have obviously transitioned today and for the last 25 yrs I analysis local and state economies around the county. I determine if they are growing or declining, identify what's causing that to happen and then offer advice and counsel to communities to improve the situation. I've don't work now in 40 states and this is my second visit to Okeechobee County. Back in 2005 the BOCC asked me to Page 2 of 9 create an economic development strategic plan for the county. We spent a lot of time on it. We had a lot of community participation in developing that plan. At that point and time the economy was weak, but we laid out a series of tasks that would be necessary to begin to build the economic development structure and to improve the economy. Unfortunately the leadership has changed shortly thereafter and the building boom occurred and people were wondering why we needed economic development and for some reason over the ensuing 15 years very little had been done regarding the issues on that plan. Some things were done, the widening of State Road 70 to 195 a very important transportation corridor was accomplished. The sewage and water treatment facilities capacity were significantly increased, which was necessary for economic growth. And IRCC that's now IRSC at that time had not been doing a very good job of worker training and outreach, but they have now for a period of years and have a very good outreach program for training for the workforce. However, a lot of things were not done. In looking at successful economies around the country and I've been to a lot of good areas and been to a lot of difficult areas. There are 3 things that are very important toward economic growth. #1 the availability of improved/approved industrial real estate, it is the beginning and the end of the process. Communities that have an abundance supply of building ready industrial property have a competitive advantage over those who do not. When site selection consultants and companies are looking for a location the first thing they do is go through the computer index and see what communities have 20 ac of property available, building ready that they can get a building permit within 90 days from closing on the property. If you do not have that on the computerized list, if you don't have that you are out of the process immediately and you will never get back on the list. It obviously comes in at the end. When they actually buy the property and build the facility. The #2 most important issue is the availability of a trained or trainable work force. This has been true for over a 1000 yrs. The problem we have had in Okeechobee County is twofold, one a trained workforce. This county is not big enough to have the necessary needs or capacity to pre -trained 50 welders or 50 computer technicians so it needs to be a trainable work force. Unfortunately today in 2018 there is not a trainable work force because soft work skills have not been taught and they have not been taught in a lot of other areas. That was also part of the plan that was not addressed. #3 it was recommended and necessary that there be a free standing economic development organization professionally operated and well funded. There is a characteristic of the strongest economies, local/small economies that one of the reasons for their success is that they have a well -financed professionally lead economic development organization for many years and that was never been accomplished and still is not accomplished until a couple of weeks ago when the Okee Ec Development Corporation was indeed incorporated. What has happened over the last 10 years, OC has consistently declined economically. Previously dependent on population growth and the farm industry. Population growth has come to a standstill. Farm industry has kept this county afloat, but that is now declining. Micro, 550 of the by the Federal Government. Food stamps is no 68th highest in the country. School system has lost 400 students in the school system. This will continue unless something is done. It has to be done, or you are going to be one of the poorest counties in this state. Gave an example of city he lived in and was elected mayor. Ec Dev have been busier than ever before. This county is within 3 years away from this. It began 10 years ago, we cannot kick this can down the road anymore. The Okeechobee Economic Corporation, created and bylaws. Cannot profit if they sit on this board. Stakeholders nead to be those that County Commissioners, School Board, Chamber, IRSC and the City Council, each appointment someone to sit on this board. Can prove cities that have participated and done was necessary enabled the ec growth. It cannot be under funded, need a power house economic person to come in and do all that has to be done. Request the council to address funds in this budget and in future years. DW I asked Terry to attend tonight (BOCC chair) GR looking at dev a strategic plan and body to oversee that plan, what are some of the things this body would do to encourage businesses to come here, what are some of the areas you would look at. Page 3 of 9 The three identified earlier. School board to add soft skills in the curriculum, business climate, industry incorporated in your city now. Gary — you did talk about the buildable property, but the trainable workforce can be the chicken and the egg. Bill — Palm beach county knows how many .... Your work force is not even trainable at this time. Soft skills, add/subtract, how to show up for work on time, what use to be taught in the home, the school board needs to be the ones to teach it. Distributed a copy of the flow of money, how a local ec grows and expands. Terry Burroughs — reiterate what he articulated today, former commissioner Irby, Chair of the Sumner Vice Chair and Irby on the board, elected directors in terms of local ... we'll find people, investors to be in on this, organization needs to have funding. Board set in place, policies, and then hire professional and need money to hire them. BOCC $250,000 this year and following years. Believe in ec dev in this community. Soft skills discussed, when someone doesn't know how to tell time to go to work that is a problem. The last OHS graduating class had 156 students with certificates in word/excel/other software. That's a start. DW this body will have to agree to participate and then Goal to be up and running by October 1. Can be a city council member or city administrator. Can put this on another agenda and tell us what you want to do. DW council discussion. Decide if in fact we want to participate. Know this has been brief, I met with Bill last Friday, met with EC Dir Jennifer. Do you want this on next meeting agenda or go ahead and make a decision now, money discussion until the budget workshop. GR think important that we participate, extremely interested in population estimates, recently went to a conference FL Chamber presented info 1100 net coming into the state of FL every day, obviously not coming to Okee, I think its important for us to participate in this. MC totally agree, perfect example of working with the county and doing what is necessary for the county, keeping our kids in school and bring businesses in the city. NC agree but wait until full council for a full decision. DW thought a lot about this on the appointment. City administrator is very pro -development and pro -growth no matter where it is located. He as an engineer understands the development codes, that's my recommendation. Unless someone else wants to serve on this? Motion and second by Council Members Clark and Ritter to patriciate in the Okee Economic Development Corporation and for the City Administrator to represent the City on their board. DW - The monetary portion will be discussed at the workshop. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. C. Consider a Temporary Street Closing Application, submitted by Okeechobee Main Street for the 2018 Labor Day Festival, to close Blocks 200, 300 and 400 of SW Park Street between SW 2nd, 3rd and 4th Avenues between North and South Park Streets, along with the 200 Block and 300 Block of SW Park Street on Friday, August 31, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. and continuing through Monday, September 3, 2018 at Midnight — City Administrator (Exhibit 2). Council Member Clark moved to approve a Temporary Street Closing Application submitted by Okeechobee Main Street, temporarily closing a portion of Southwest 2nd, 3,d and 4th Avenues between North and South Park Streets, along with the Page 4 of 9 200 and 300 Block of Southwest Park Street, beginning at 5:00 P.M. on Friday, August 31, 2018, through 12:00 A.M., Monday, September 3, 2018, for the Labor Day Festival; seconded by Council Member Ritter. MDO — DW — closing avenues and Park Streets. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. D. Motion to amend a bid award in the amount of $19,580.00 for Project No. PW 03-00-06-18 for pressure washing and painting City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Building — Public Works Director (Exhibit 3). Attorney Cook clarified that the City is not waiving the workers comp requirement for any outside workers hired, nor the liability requirements. Motion and second by Council members Ritter and Clark to amend the contract awarded to Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake, LLC, for Bid No. PW 03-00-06-18 Pressure Washing and Painting City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Building as follows: waive the performance bond requirement; amend and clarify the workers compensation and liability insurance requirement is that Big Lake Paining and Pressure Cleaning, LLC may operate under the Florida workers compensation exemption law, or outside workers must be hired through an agency with workers compensation. Noel what happens within a year if something happens? MDO the warranty will still be in place to cover anything. Stucco damage is not covered in this contract. Warranty on the paint is what is covered. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER —YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. E. Motion to grant a request for a 21-day extension for Project No. PW 01-00-04-18, Police Department Roof Replacement — City Administrator and Public Works Director (Exhibit 4) Motion and second by Council Members Chandler and Clark to grant an 24-day extension of the Police Department Roof Replacement Contract No. PW 01-00-04-18. [Mayor Watford clarified the extension is for 60 days as per the request outlined in Exhibit 4, the contractor requested 21 days to allow for the new specification to be approved by the manufacturer to assure the 15 year warranty is valid] MDO we did award the project for the police dept roof, they have since come out and done a forensic investigation on the roof they had to change some other items within this to submit some underlying material that's a little different, that combined with some rain delay days I think we're only at 15 days for the actual allowance on days were going to give but I didn't' want this to come back before the end of the year so we went to the max we could give 21 days. So right now we got 15 days that we have signed off on that's good technically weather delay days, we went to a max of 21 just not come back we wouldn't have time. DW I though we wanted to extend it 60 days MDO or yes 60 days sorry, it goes to the end of the FY, didn't' want to go past the end of the FY overall because again we didn't' want to have to bring it back, my understand is we are going to start next week or next Tuesday. DA talked to the contractor this morning, their intent is to start next week, ...... the reality is yes 21 days .... DW — okay, any other discussion on the extension of 60 days? Page 5 of 9 VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK— YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. F. Motion to award a bid in the amount of $35,865.00 to Boromei Construction for Project No. PW 02-00-05-18-RB, City Hall Door Replacement — Public Works Director (Exhibit 5). Council Member Chandler moved to award Bid No. PW 02-00-05-18-RB for the City Hall Door Replacement Project in the amount of $35,865.00 to Boromei Construction of Okeechobee; seconded by Council Member Clark. The Re -Bid was let on June 29, 2018, with a mandatory Pre -Bid meeting held on July 10, 2018. The opening was July 18, 2018. In addition to Boromei Construction, Meticulous Construction of West Palm Beach submitted a bid for $79,000.00. MDO came back and regrouped after initial bid, only one. $865.00 over budgeted amount. Gary are we confident in this since came in half. The price of the doors should be straight forward. MDO spoke with several contractors off the record and this is a realistic price. DW there is a spec on the doors? What do the doors look like? MDO upgrade and similar to what we have now. DA — impact rated glass with bronze .... WATFORD — YEA RITTER — YEA VOTE: CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED. G. Motion to award a bid in the amount of $15,775.00 to Glasgow Equipment Service, Inc. for the purchase of a new gas pump for the Public Works Facility — Public Works Director (Exhibit 6). Motion and second by Council Members Clark and Ritter to approve [an emergency equipment] purchase [as allowed in Florida Statutes 252.38] in the amount of $15,775.00 to Glasglow Equipment Service, Inc. of West Palm Beach for a new gas pump for the Cleveland Lamb Public Works Facility. MDO — in lieu of a formal bid as provide in Code, Attorney has reviewed the F.S. to be allowed instead of formal bid procedures provided in the code. DW — over the budgeted amount? MDO yes. DA — fortunately overall ok in capital projects. GR — warranty? DA yes a year. (Additional information and clarification: City Code Section 2-284 provides procedures for the formal bidding process on equipment and services costing $7,500.00 or more. However, Florida Statute 252.38 (3) provides that purchases made for emergency management purposes are exempt from the formal bidding procedures.) Director Allen requested quotes from several companies, only two were received. Glasgow was the lowest bidder. The other quote for $17,318.00 was from ;southern Tank & Pump Co of Ft. Myers and affiliated with Gilbert Oil. WATFORD — YEA RITTER — YEA VOTE: CHANDLER— YEA CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED. H. Motion to dispose of obsolete and surplus equipment that is no longer needed by the City — Public Works Director (Exhibit 7). Page 6 of 9 Motion and second by Council Members Chandler and Ritter moved to dispose of obsolete and surplus City equipment as listed in Exhibit 7 as follows: [copy and paste the list in the motion here]. The items will be auctioned off thru the govdeals.com website. DW - the city admin provided me a city crown vic to drive to a meeting and the air wasn't working. _ VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Motion to award a bid in the amount of $31,574.97 to Ten-8 Fire Equipment to rebuild the motor on the Fire Department ladder truck — Fire Chief (Exhibit 8). Motion and second by Council Members Clark and Ritter to award a quote to Ten-8 Fire Equipment [as an emergency equipment repair as allowed in Florida Statues 252.38] in the amount of $31,574.97 to rebuild the motor on the Fire Department ladder truck and include a 10-15% contingency $35,000. MDO — background information by presented this way As provided in F.S. the City is not required to conduct a formal bid for equipment ...... DW — do they feel confident they can overhaul that engine? Yes sir. And recertify the pump after its rebuilt. Fairly certain this amount will cover that. Yes. That truck was donated from another agency, is this a piece of equipment you feel we need? Based on the ISO if we don't have it, commercial districts would feel the same way. Coming out of budgeted in capital. (Additional information and clarification: City Code Section 2-284 provides procedures for the formal bidding process on equipment and services costing $7,500.00 or more. However, Florida Statute 252.38 (3) provides that purchases made for emergency management purposes are exempt from the formal bidding procedures. Chief Smith obtained two additional quotes for the repairs to the Ladder Truck, Ten-8 was the lowest bidder and their quote includes re -certifying the pump on the truck.) Chief obtained quotes from FL Detroit Diesel of Ft. Pierce, $48,870.00 and Hall -Mark of Ocala, $90,145.00 _ VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. J. Primitive Baptist Church property update — City Attorney. DW — property no longer operating as a church, reverter clause in deed to the raulerson family and have shown interests in it. Cook — tax certificate purchased in June, 2 years can purchase it. Code Officer cited the property, on the August code board meeting violation of ;section 30-43, Section 30-44. DWO permission to enter the property, Mayor, Building Official, Administrator and Major Hagan with us, everything was still inside, they had air conditioning added, the building official verified it is basically sound, we wanted to be sure before we went any further that it would be worth it. It could be a valuable asset for the City. K. Appointment of New Council Member — Mayor (Exhibit 9). DW — reviewed how we go to the place we are now. Did not feel comfortable doing an interview process like an employee. Also during procedure, sunshine law, Clerk contacted the Attorney General Office strongly suggested that the applicants not contact or hold one -on -on meeting. Take applicants in alphabetical order, do similar to how we did chief, write top 3 choices Page 7 of 9 and then tabulate them to see where we are see if we can find one, or go from there. Sounds agreeable that is what we will use. Whoever is elected will be sworn in at the beginning of the next meeting. Mike O'Connor resigned his City Council Member seat effective June 1, 2018. As provided in Code Section 2-39, the Mayor instructed the City Clerk to advertise the vacancy on June 20, 2018, and receive applications until July 20, 2018. Five applications were received from: John Wesley Abney, Jr., Ted Denisuk, Robert w!!!! Ja!!!ri; Sr. !wuc!t !v!wuau! Kcc!c; Jr. and urorgani!a Kirk. Wes, continue strong relationship with the treasure coast and heartland area. Need to also work with the FL Research Coast. Address a commercial corridor, improve general appearance to promote a positive opinion of our community. Code enforcement needs to be improved, preserve property owner rights, promote interest for our citizens, been a contractor for over 20 years, and on boards and licensing board and board of realtors, been involved gives local knowledge of what community needs, hometown from Okeechobee, 4th generation. Appreciate your consideration. Ted view city of Okeechobee viewed by treasure coast and heartland small town feel. Improvements to businesses don't want to lose any businesses. Feel improvement retain employees in the city instead of moving on to hiring paying jobs, steady work flow with a routine, good relationship with the county believe its there, interested in being on the city council, want to get into city politics, like the city want to see it keep going on. 3rd term on your code board, know many people in and around the city and county. Done fundraising with the main a wish foundation. I can multitask, done that on many jobs before, any other questions I can cover them. Put my name in the hat and hope for the best, opportunity to step forward. Bob Jarriel, mayor council thank you for the opportunity, brief history I'm happily married 5 kids, grandchildren and 3 great grand kids, raised in Loxahatchee, 2 terms Jaycees, coaching youth areas, State Fair board and still on there, director of So FL fair, 2 years of Chair of the Fair and worked heavily with Palm Beach Commissioners and state legislators to obtain funding for the fair. Donated $36,000 in scholarships, 3 went to Okeechobee students. Okeechobee is part of that regional fair. Work there would be beneficial on the council. Director and Trustee of the fair, hall of fame. My wife and I decided to more to Okeechobee in 2004, after retiring moved into the city 2 years ago. Since that time I've tried to make as many council meetings, sure you've seen me here, proud you appointed me to the city planning board. Employment state contractor, 1980, 4 employees left in operation, most 120 employees, managed and ran that company. Working with them. I believe the city plays a vital role in the TC & Heartland to stimulate the economy. Priority to address managed growth in the area. Services provided are excellent. Any time I come to city leave with a smile. Bobby Keefe — worked on Charlie Harvey's farm as a youngin, went to college, joined the USMC, returned to Okeechobee because of my bride Bianca who wouldn't live anywhere else. Been involved in the community. I believe we are more aligned with the Heartland region than the treasure coast because we are more Rural, we are not coastal or a metropolitan. I know we belong to the TCRLC but more of an outsider in that organization, don't see us being a major role in the TC. Heartland we should be the front-runner, we used to have sign that read Welcome to Okeechobee, Gateway to South Florida; we are the Bass Capital of the:World. Beautify industrial park that is mostly vacant. Downtown is beautiful. The Lake is outside the city limits but that could change and we could annex the property. Fishing tournaments lost due to the lack of accommodations here. Invigorating life and downtown. Redevelopment for downtown, doing research on the FL CRA, I want us to get on board of that. Fiscal responsibility you all do a great job, not in debt for many years. Areas improvement outside of what Mr. Jarriel said, amenities such as park and recreation, our tax base is small, get that thing outside the box to generate revenues. Communities need good leadership to thrive. Officer of USMC, wish to be a apart, don't sit on the sideline and complain. Small business owner of the city Director of Chamber, City Planning Board, attend community functions and shop local and have a heart for the community. Bill and Terry being here, listening, wow what a wakeup call, my feelings after being gone for 15j-16 years, the lack of development surprised me, this is a great Page 8 of 9 hometown, our youth don't want to stay here and we have to act. Look forward to what's going to happen with that. Want to be a part of the change, look forward to the opportunity. Kirk, role with TC and Heartland, learn best practices from those communities. #1 growth, business and want our teenagers to grow here. Population we are losing. Make it where they want to be here. Structure of Gove is excellent. Set in motion that works well for this community. Support code enforcement to look the part if we want to grow. Lived majority of my life, 26 years as manacer. Chief Admin Officer & dedicated my careem, to take care of low-income families for health care for those families that cannot afford it. Grant writing and met with State legislators for funding. Federal funding, oversight, financial erview very familier. Why? That could be simple dad was mayor for 26 years, had to search really deep and think its because that's what I do, take care of people, came by hard work, passion for people, have passion to take care of people and thank you for this opportunity. DW appreciate the position you are in, surprised we received fie applications. Don't taek it too personally and hope you'll still shake my hand. We all get along here, great attribute, may not all agree but still respect. Gary echo a lot of mayors comments, thank you all for applying, surprised got 5 really good applicants, unquie backgrounds extremely difficult decision, extremely impressed with each of you. Ranking of applicants, (fabled as Round 1): Watford: #1 Jarriel, #2 Abney, #3 Kirk. Chandler: #1 Keefe, #2 Abney, #3 Jarriel. Clark: #1 Abney, #2 Keefe, #3 Jarriel. Ritter- #1 Abney, #2 Kirk, #3 Jarriel. Since there was not a clear front runner, with one applicant receiving at least three number one rankings, Mayor Watford called for another round. Ranking of applicants, (labeled as Round 2): Watford: #1 Abney, #2 Jarriel, #3 Kirk. Chandler: #1 Abney, #2 Keefe, #3 not provided. Clark: #1 Abney, #2 Keefe, #3 Jarriel. Ritter: #1 Abney, #2 Kirk, #3 Jarriel. Mayor Watford announced that one applicant now has four number one ranks and a motion could be offered. Council Member Clark moved to appoint Mr. John Wesley Abney, Jr., to the City Council, term beginning August 21, 2018, upon taking the Oath of Office of Council Member, to serve until January 4, 2021, or until their successor is elected and qualified; seconded by Council Member Ritter. _ VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. VIII. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor There being no further items on the agenda, Mayor Watford adjourned the meeting at 8:08 P.M. Page 9 of 9 City of Okeechobee, August 7, 2018 Meeting Minutes taken during the meeting by Bobbie Jenkins I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Watford called the Regular City Council Meeting to order on August 7, 2018, at —je--P.M. in the C uncil Chambers, Room 200 located at City Hall, 55 SE 3rd Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida 34974. Kq fmyU, tis t Y 0 uy tutuu hts 5 pYW e -hg ( Q,U r4s , IL OPENING CEREMONIES: The invocation was offered by Pastor Ca.ry McKee, More 2 Life Ministries: the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Watford. MAYOR, COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Present Council Member Noel Chandler ✓ Present Council Member Monica Clark v Present Council Member Gary Ritter Present City Attorney John R. Cook �/ Present City Administrator Marcos MontesDeOca ✓ Present City Clerk Lane Gamiotea v Present Deputy City Clerk Bobbie Jenkins Present Fire Chief Herb Smith ✓ Present Police Chief Bob Peterson Present Public Works Director David Allen Present Finance Director India Riedel Present IV. AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS - Mayor A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda. Mayor Watford asked whether there were any requests for the addition, deferral, or withdrawal of items on today's agenda? New Business Itemed Exhibit #10, Discussion regarding the Economic Development Strategic Plan — Okeechobee County, Mr. William H. Fruth, Policom Corporation. B. Public participation for any issues not on the agenda - Agenda Item Form or Comment Card is required. Citizen comments are limited to 3 minutes per speaker unless otherwise approved by the Mayor. V9 4 "A 0� a w0i ", - VDpr6pbud fo Pajvcaa 6r62(c who I�as �d � hpr �l jvff, pw Ud Ma �1sb- lVah&a., � II mNbr (�IKK alUrc�Who Ne, �nd Gklw fG 101M s Qq� Page 1 of 17 V. MINUTES — City Clerk Y A. Motion to approve the Summary of Council Action for the July 10, 2018, Regular Meeting Minutes. Council Member moved to dispense with the readin and approve the Summary of Council Action for the Regular meeting of July 10, 2018; seconded by Council Member � There was no discussion on this item. VOTE WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA ON CARRIED. VI. WARRANT REGISTER — City Administrator A. Motion to approve the June, 2018 Warrant Register: General Fund $432,731.60 Public Facilities Improvement Fund $ 13,810.88 Capital Improvement Projects Fund $ 5,575.06 Appropriations Grant Fund $ 940.66 Council Member d moved to approve the June, 2018 Warrant Register in the amounts: General Fund, four hundred thirty-two thousand, seven hundred thirty-one dollars and sixty cents ($432,731.60); Public Facilities Improvement Fund, thirteen thousand, eight hundred ten dollars and eighty-eight cents ($13,810.88); Capital Improvement Projects Fund, five thousand, five hundred seventy-five dollars and six cents ($5,575.06); and Appropriations Grant Fund, nine hundred forty dollars and sixty-six cents ($940.66); seconded by Council Member X. There was no discussion on this item. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA - VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Update regarding Hurricane Irma FEMA Transition Recovery Emergency Measures Project — Jefferson Mason, FEMA Fluor Contractor Nlr. IVI.Q.say nay prtsta � gyp 7 1 Sf& fo Oe co a . VWL Ix MW(Q� a&c4d Page 2of17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED B. Motion to approve Addendum No. 2 to the contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc. — Kelly Adelberg, Vice President of Operations (Exhl',,-h)-lu: 1). Council Member Q� moved to approve Addendum No. 2 to the Contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc.; seconded by Council Member & Kelp �da�,bery - $�►r,, s+u,�s�;� Re�'� � Jun) djqM bocl auYora - 3q visas I -b+u-1 VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLA — Yam_ RITTER — YEA ION CARRIED. Page 3 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA B-1. Discussion regarding the Economic Development Strategic Plan of Okeechobee County — Mr. William H. Fruth, Policom Corporation (Exhibit 10). 9rau��n9�d�c�in�n�a prwi" (Mbsns UV ZD05 d�ve2�ed C�QU�tt� �C(�p�yu'c S1r � P.�. �(/rd.�nr � J'2 70 U1a)u'� uiaa�c l� �ac�fy lncr`.�awd, lks� haS lm�rw� *aw, Polry Swwgfid tc'onomys r�uu-e 3�Girn s, # �i�dusiria.� haj (She., wOuGl� ts bwol�q loot r.�ad (�r�m'afie��n com�ru�l�) *Zof't�'aCi?l��l(IarK�'ce�(ZalB ce �GQa.�2a.GGf� ,�fm�e� # 3 �re�s{�2d�nq Ec�nam7c ;Deuel�n2� a1/,cza�a�, r`s U�ell �no��cC aril �ora�c�s�a��lly r�rr• Q� �vtsis decl��ce ast la �ear�. a'iP�%ula,�iorr awl Cw�uGG� has SfaCle� A9 /ndus�ry ,�CPa,�d�c[ K�t� �' ling ins rossirm 6d has lD��ars � y etas �� �s�f �au�iny dui �d sf�by °�S�.Q.�tcl c�i. MV5 �ar /40 ! f l�IayQ �r �ra,�a.�d Incl�sfri�O,P�ansi�- 9� 0fi nrw wun � Sk:111s tram�n� din � � %Z,U,iv hard49w leas been yard. Must be fWed earmark l�bffiO tD�(�a.i���c� aF�er!m &Woo � GR- ka-Fa�'e soma �unc�ss �,iJ U�eu.l�(do 1n �co�,ryct� Peo�ln cuacl inaa�es � hnre. Page 4 0 17 IBC 'UMir T19 l�u�rau�.s powad- ArMra r1a �ryah�� I�lark, add ar suhIra c� lk. CAR- des kw k p#W&P 0 sch60 Od Cc. hxc �Wv— l�raq oFus, �r n��'�� r*s lrh � ce �hQcr N /WS/ZY Nos Tact Nq S's � I hud # a Ol�cces # 3 hire ��On.o �Ya�essiQn� �25a�ovo �ffus G�eaa`Cl�d �ritur� ��u's. gIlls and Uoca,hm �( 4�u lxea- MjQY�-d ��pl D�ber I�Q�IlY- I,U2 YLOd -k �.�P f� PQ,i"i1Gl�JQ� Q�d W 112hr. Ooiwai bfter 0 mao a� pal. Mooy, W WA gill lasf fWaq �Qiscussed 1�1��� jtw�f 0a konomic� �OMU,t �,AW GUW�11 s/z) Qpdia,ar lhQar daweri pant Ga- sr�p�r-� � pocqd�-e�'(� rH��e�f� �� K�&bvv e�w lam'1�¢ eat �la0 pW�lf� ob� fct*y dtscussim is rod¢d sgcbd ('nn�tsus rs �amoo. �nc�6A en d VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED C. Consider a Temporary Street Closing Application, submitted by Okeechobee Main Street for the 2018 Labor Day Festival, to close Blocks 200, 300 and 400 of SW Park Street between SW 2nd, 3rd and 4th Avenues between North and South Park Streets, along with the 200 Block and 300 Block of SW Park Street on Friday, August 31, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. and continuing through Monday, September 3, 2018 at Midnight — City Administrator (Exhibit 2). Council Member K moved to approve a Temporary Street Closing Application submitted by Okeechobee Main Street, temporarily closing a portion of Southwest 2nd, 3rd and 4th Avenues between North and South Park Streets, along with the 200 and 300 Block of Southwest Park Street, beginning at 5:00 P.M. on Friday, Augus 31, 2018, through 12:00 A.M., Monday, September 3, 2018, for the Labor Day Festival; seconded by Council Member VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA _ CLAR�� - YEA RITTER — YEA C�RR Page 5 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED D. Motion to amend a bid award in the amount of $19,580.00 for Project No. PW 03-00-06-18 for pressure washing and painting City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Building — Public Works Director (Exhibit 3). Council Member bmoved to amend Contract No. PW 03-00-06-18 awarded to Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake, LLC, for p'rne�� ure washing and painting City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Building; seconded by Council Member IY #rf6 V1 ny Manp mid i' �bnfracf fo pr�ec+ nat btu amounf �a waumper� marts (�a�d a�A u� Je- pump d�esn� ha�n 0 Al record �o hcu�e baKd -�tAr(q a�u� IV6r-nrs h1ad- i1'ltlsf90 I ffmmd Wa IV, rp7ma wd u botw�� f �' 6�h po L&&f qeqhm 6y r Ar 0A-1 euts if sb rlg WATFORD — YEA RITTER — YEA VOTE: CHANDLER — YEA Page 6 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED E. Motion to grant a request for a 21-day extension for Project No. PW 01-00-04-18, Police Department Roof Replacement — City Administrator and Public Works Director (Exhibit 4) Motion and second by Council Members Vz and to grant ay -day extension of the Police Department Roof Replacement Contract No. PW 01-00-04-18 ft- Pyr ouum- his w vufad *ne rpseac� plus ra,�n delis. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK -YEA RITTER — YEA -__ MOTION CARRIED. Page 7 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED F. Motion to award a bid in the amount of $35,865.00 to Boromei Construction for Project No. PW 02-00-05-18-RB, City Hall Door Replacement — Public Works Director (Exhibit 5). Council Member R., moved to award a bid in the amount of $35,865.00 oromei Construction for Project No. PW 02- 00-05-18-RB, City Hall Door Replacement; seconded by Council Member. The Re -Bid was let on June 29, 2018, with a mandatory Pre -Bid meeting held on July 10, 2018. The opening was July 18, 2018. In addition to Boromei Construction, Meticulous Construction submitted a bid for $79,000.00. I�1Uo— Is+ Ih�d re utcl roc �I ��oao. and laid W4s �gdh Mme fGta�- �1hU,� uuasb ud�Cd. is rq-,u)a& a�t?V�1c� I� a� tri pce �' � arr��xd Mqof� �00 duofls ILKblu PUl D- I ad t-�cd bcf kmo ccakc(. #0 1 WATFORD — YEA RITTER— YEA VOTE: CHANDLER — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Page 8 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED G. Motion to award a bid in the amount of $15,775.00 to Glasgow Equipment Service, Inc. for the purchase of a new gas pump for the Public Works Facility — Public Works Director (Exhibit 6). Motion and second by Council Members k andNLto approve an emergency equipment purchase in the amount of $15,775.00 to Glasglow Euqipment Service, Inc, for a new gas pump for the Cleveland Lamb Public Works Facility. MDO- U�d1�e re�U' Wjwa-s Qktc� IaCKaf hloyos. In kip 15 d� Y, Awt We pU�D- hon U�Nn card cec�d�' js uW ovi�nJ Nhmak, o.mrab u CAR- waft" NUIA(om VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA 0 RIED. Page 9 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED H. Motion to dispose of obsolete and surplus equipment that is no longer needed by the City — Public Works Director (Exhibit 7). Council Member VZmoved to dispose of obsolete and surplus City equipment; seconded by Council Member' PU P�o ✓+ 9rnM�w d arYch��nu c�¢raC�na 9 VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA OTION CARRIE . Page 10 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED I. Motion to award a bid in the amount of $31,574.97 to Ten-8 Fire Equipment to rebuild the motor on the Fire Department ladder truck — Fire Chief (Exhibit 8). 3-6r oco Council Member A— moved to approve the emergency equipment repair in the amount of 7 to Ten-8 Fire Equipment to rebuild the motor on the Fire Department ladder truck; seconded by Council Member. m� A 16 WTIa DO- f r �0j �� (U(jM�S uwo' &df Ies nud luiil runU�sr" Is fhic a p�c of PAua{� �i�u �eea O,Ya w8 nprd' 1�1 enl� Inp huk Iso randq q016m hudrrd. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA CHANDLER — YEA CLARK — YEA RITTER — YEA �� OTION CARRIE . Page 11 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED J. Primitive Baptist Church property update — City Attorney. 1, VIA Ar 01 Id GfFr�irevrfudn isSmwd ��'0 �S�"J as Sfl is Page 12 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member -Mayor (Exhibit 9). Magyar- process }a qs. �2Yr Nowf�as fe- a�.+ed �b fulfilldu'S�erau lar�CY is V u.�. App I• � rac�s�. viecl to plan Q,duad, M mplae�, drd �i t �im�vfcc�� sub frn9 k N Ir��e+v�¢k1 proxs. �K NW lua A� stiau�d nQf tact Indl��cluallv, erra s,c� f ft,rm. 6qMo1j&, is�hr�t�9u�ffi�i A) affl;cax�. 0/kOIL,, TUI hoe�+'� ��el ec�cd tp order � labwap � � NP5Inualucm.�nf �r-li, Teasu,�a �aQb�- aid ffi�Gcla�2a' R�i�n- � �swch ul. &mlhl � c�,P �rm�dr�- Uacac�t lads �h 7aly�ll. �rn�r�a�e�a�ru �mPYff Wt{� aQ c�rs S� /�/�y �d72iraCfeY. k)( 7b &w"Vik, Page 13 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member — Mayor (Exhibit 9). �Gl ��s�,�—1 ��-tors r��a>k G�orPara j�Trus�s a/m, lnlD �deyyi QY19�EPJ 3 /erms mr Cam �ofrrd i��rrne!— ��raF 5, ads, 3 ��r"d Ouu ,�A Uears V9Lcr+�lcrr` q u�G yrue�f��r Ply (mrrei� D)u�fm' as SF IbDard, n �GiQ �Pf Oi ojwk0k Yi st &,XA '�raukth'l/7r i[U A3Gova In'S�j hakrs 0001did k 3 ak¢a 7h- mat aco�l- mo�ed'fpC��haGeo m�cl �c �2w '� �i zer dean�mreaina of�C�c P6 hrrd rcir� trq�hrrg bolniss swe. 1 �• rQ!)(e- VtldA�taLa err btu 76- A, WOO /1zj h fi WaJi- ��'1141YIiG L�¢Ue�7l�'Kf �n�rcrs ary ��1/z`il,ivierr�/A/� Lraurui - ef�rea Page 14 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member — Mayor (Exhibit 9). Amp � a) s(d ot 610f A MWd 61n)a MOC 2aoI -- &12. IF I11111111111111 *lnvlyerahng lr�C lrr� �aurstfaro✓� P{�e�h°vr �R�7 Im �e�e�np�f� 5 crrur e 2e«ad�im� arras) �SUBYIrdGk�u'p�i/NCcc'nmuuideUeGormunl /�a�d�fL?r Page 15 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member — Mayor (Exhibit 9). 'fa C��� 1v W 41 G1m A �Ilab C�jo assro f� � MI/I P111a � WW gh Gus fir- V-1e aeP ccr,ff ��Cc� l�rn��� 4�� ea�'� GR- Qcl�o a lit �2a�� �r�nea�. 5��a�duiy�l��a�s.. QG an�-o C�K �o cbtsson M Page 16 of 17 VII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED K. Appointment of New Council Member — Mayor (Exhibit 9). VIII. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor There being no further items on the agenda, Mayor Watford adjourned the meeting at P.M. Page 17 of 17 Exhibit 1 ADDENDUM NO. 2 Aug 7, 2018 AGREEMENT TO PIGGYBACK A CONTRACT FOR SERVICES BID BY ANOTHER GOVERNMENTAL ENTITY BETWEEN THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE AND TREASURE COAST MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR MEDICAL SERVICES THIS ADDENDUM is the Second Addendum to the Contract for medical services with Treasure Coast Medical Association, Inc., ("Provider") dated this 7t' day of August, 2018, and the terms and conditions set forth below are incorporated herein by reference and made a part of the original Contract with the Provider: WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee, Florida has determined that entering into a Contract with the Provider for provision of medical services to the employees of the City is in the best interests of the City, which current Piggyback Agreement was entered into on October 3, 2017; and as the Agreement is due to expire September 30, 2018, it is necessary to execute this Second Addendum to extend such services: therefore it is agreed: 1. TERMS: That the City of Okeechobee, Florida, by this Addendum extends the Service Agreement with Provider subject to the terms set forth in the County Contract, found at Article III, Section 3.1, between the Provider and Okeechobee County, Florida, for a term commencing on October 1, 2018, and terminating on September 30, 2020. The terms, conditions and agreements set out in the Contract between Provider and Okeechobee County dated September 29, 2017, and in addition the Piggyback Agreement dated October 3, 2017, together with Exhibit "A" attached thereto, between Provider and the City, are incorporated by reference into this Addendum as if fully set forth herein. 2. TERMINATION: The parties adopt and incorporate the provisions of Article III, Section 3.2 into this Agreement as the method of terminating this Agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and the Provider have made and executed this Addendum No. 2 to the aforementioned Contracts. AS TO THE CITY: Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor ATTEST: AS TO THE PROVIDER: Dr. Jonathan M. Adelberg, MD, FAEP President, TCMA WITNESSES: Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk Signature REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: John R. Cook, City Attorney ADDENDUM NO.2 Page 1 of 1 Signature Exhibit "A" Ch �'reasrare Ca�s� lUedicl: ass®pia es, Inc. City of Okeechobee Employee Health Program Pricing Proposal Assumptions: 1. Monthly, the City will be billed for Administrative Fees & Reimbursable Expenses for Staffing. 2. Lab Costs: Fees for labs will be billed quarterly. 3. Medication Costs: To Be Discussed 4. This Pricing Proposal covers Employee Health Services. Occupational Services will be addressed separately, outside this proposal. Administrative Fees & Reimbursable Expenses includes all Fees and Expenses outlined in this Proposal. Monthly Administrative Fee: • PEPM at $17 PEPM; Employee count to be provided monthly by City. Monthly Reimbursable Expenses: • Staffing allocated at a flat monthly fee of $1,500. Quarterly Reimbursable Expenses • All labs drawn/processed • Medications: Based on outcome of discussion Example of Monthly Invoice (based on 63 Eligible Employees): Admin Fee PEPM -- 63 Eligible Employees Reimbursable Expenses: Staffing Allocation Total Monthly Invoice Amount: 3405 NW Federal Hwy, Jensen Beach, FL 34957 (Ph.) 772-692-8082 (Fax) 772-232-9383 $ 1,071 $ 1,500 2 571 " OKEECHOBEE URGENT CARE Ddribakd a,4- Wmfiq ��h ► 41 CLINIC DETAILS Clinic Hours 873 CFr, Month Hours Open — MD/DO Hours Total 873 544 100 % 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% PA/ARNP Hours 537 Percent of Time Clinician is Available MD/DO PA/A RN P Total Visits 04/01 - 4/07 2 04/08-04/14 3 04/15 - 04/21 3 04/22 - 04/2$ 7 04/29 - 05/05 4 05/06 - 05/12 2 05/13 - 05/19 1 05/20 - 05/26 0 05/27 - 06/02 4 06/03 - 06/09 5 06/10 - 06/16 3 06/17 - 06/23 3 06/24 - 06/30 2 AprilVisit Type Worker's Compensation 0 General/Wellness 5 Total 25 20 15 10 5 0 15 13 Q3 Total Quarterly Comparison Visit Type f9 f,.j iy Worker's General/Wellness Episodic/Acute Compensation Ql " Q2 M Q3 IN-HOUSE DIAGNOSTICS 4 Occupational Type of Visit Q1 I Q2 I Q3 I Total Total Total Total Count AGE AND GENDER Age 0-12 Q1 Total Q2 Total 0 0 Q3 Tota I 1 Total 1 Q1 _ Percent 0% Q2 Q3 _ _ Percent Percent 0% 3% Total Percent 1% 13-... 0 0 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.8-29 3 3 11 27 11°% 38.2% 32% 27% 5 ? 17 19% 11.8% 24% 19% 2 9 19 7% 23.5% 26% 19% 1,j 20.6% 6% 26°% 3 3 8 -i;% 5.9% 9% 9% al 2 '00fo 10`,3% fit);' Male F,5 56°% 65% 62% =emale 1% 44% 35�5 38% Total 27 34 34 95 100% 100% icgo% 100% PATIENT TYPE Type Q1 Q2 Q3 Total Q1 Q2 Q3 Total Total Total Total Percent. Percent Percent Percent Total 27 I34 134 195 1100% 1100% 1100% 1100% Q1-Q3 Patient Type Comparison Employee Employee Spouse m Dependents ■ Retirees PI rescription Ispensing escriptionsorde'r"'O. . Prescription• Q2 Q3 Prescription Q1 Q2 • oun Count Count Count 5-ht3 Antagor� 0 1 ACE Inhibitor 0 Count Count 1 Analgesic 0 Antacid 0 1 Antibiotic 12 14 4 Antifungal 2 2 Antihistamine 0 4 1 Anti- 0 1 nfiammator, ,, Antitussiv€ Itiviral b i Rronchodil, ' 0 ormone Stimulant F.ipplement Statin luscle elaxant Narcotic C s SAID 1 0 Anti hypertensive s. Total Prescriptions Dispensed In -Office 2£ 37 74% 72.6% SOW, Dispensed 10 14 14 2E% 2.7.5% 50 /- Externally Exhibit 2 Aug 7, 2018 Page I of 3 Revised 12-11-17 CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 SE THIRD AVENUE OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 Tele: 863-763-9821 Fax: 863-763-1686 PARK USE AND/OR TEMPORARY STREET/ SIDEWALK CLOSING PERMIT APPLICATION Date Received: 1 _7/i5 / W I Date Issued: Application No: , c Date(s) &Times of Event: i <- - 3-,. Vic, is j6 Organization: �� = /%'. ;. /1L,. Mailing Address: Contact Name: x tll i- E-Mail Address: v N J I Work: I YU3 3-,-S -7 • L f- I Home: Cell: I �T r3 l i / Cl LOU D I r Summary or activities: V t- /: R Proceeds usage: All e' Q&( -J yr,-n JIB %� 1� C i'z2�� ►� Gil .1�n�r--�7� ' t�I 16 Please check requested Parks: Flagler Parks: ❑ City Hall Park ❑ #1 Memorial Park #2 #3 #4 ❑ #5 ❑ #6 [Park 3 is location of Gazebo. Park 4 is loc tion of bandstand] (If other private property used in conjunction with this Park Use Permit please provide the address and parcel number below along with notarized letter of authorization from property owner) Additional Addresses, if applicable Parcel ID: e Page 2 of 3 Revised 12-11-17 TEMPORARY STREET AND SIDEWALK CLOSING INFORMATION (Street Closings require City Council approval. Meetings 1" & 3rd Tuesdays but subject to change) Address of Event: /�t 5 P-4AK -5-r A,4D Street(s) io be closed: 1s Dates) to be closed: f�, j�bi sf,P 3r j S� vE-1 Time(s) to be closed: ' — J r' e e, „i - v,6-r c 5 e �'- Pumose of Closing: _Xii k- La/,v u -bAt1, S-e 4er, i'r 5 i Attachments Required for Use of Parks Attachments Required for Street/Sidewalk Closings ----------------- ---- ---- - ► Site Plan ► Site Plan ► Copy of liability insurance in the amount of ► Copy of liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 with the City of Okeechobee as with the City of Okeechobee and R.E. Hamrick Testamentary additional insured. Trust as Additional Insured. ►Proof of non-profit status ► Original signatures of all residents, property owners and business owners affected by the closing. ► State Food Service License if > 3 days. ► State Food Service License if > 3 days. ► Notarized letter of authorization from ► State Alcoholic Beverage License, if applicable.** -propertyowner, if applicable.* * Required if private property used in conjunction with a Park Use application. ** Alcoholic beverages can be served only on private property. Alcoholic beverages NOT ALLOWED in City Parks, City streets or City sidewalks. See additional note below. ❑ Please check if items will be sold on City streets/sidewalks. Each business will need to apply for a Temporary Use Permit 667 along with the Street Closing application. Note: ► Clean-up is required within 24 hours. ► No alcoholic beverages permitted on City property, streets or sidewalks. ► No donations can be requested if any type of alcoholic beverages are served on private property/business unless you possess a State Alcoholic Beverage License. Please note there are inside consumption and outside consumption licenses. You must have the appropriate license(s). ► The Department of Public Works will be responsible for delivering the appropriate barricades. ► Dumpsters and port-o-lets are required when closing a street for more than three (3) hours. Applicant must meet any insurance coverage and code compliance requirements of the City and other regulations of other governmental regulatory agencies. The applicant will be responsible for costs associated with the event, including damage of property. By receipt of this permit, the applicant agrees and shall hold the City harmless for any accident, injury, claim or demand whatever arises out of applicant's use of location for such event, and shall indemnify and defend the City for such incident, including attorney fees. The applicant shall be subject to demand for, and payment of, all of the actual costs incurred by the City pertaining to the event including, but not limited to, Police, Fire, Public Works or other departmental expenses. The City reserves the right to require from an applicant a cashier's check or advance deposit in the sum approximated by the City to be incurred in providing City services. Any such sum not incurred shall be refunded to the applicant of this Park Use/Street Closing Permit. Page 3 of 3 Revised 12-11-17 I hereby acknowledge that I have read and completed this application, the attached Resolutions No.(s) 03-8 and 04-03, concerning the use and the rules of using City property, that the information is correct, and that I am the duly authorized agent of the organization. I agree to conform with, abide by and obey all the rules and regulations, which may be lawfully prescribed by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, or its officers, for the issuance Certificate of Insurance must name City of Okeechobee as Additional Insured as well as R.E. Hamrick Testamentary Tr osing streets or sidewafi-$. l' Applicant aWii6 _ Date 0000OFFICE USE ONLY••'• IA� _4-,c �GCr U lAlt l�GYlG rr � � Fire Department: Date: J C 7 (��cwa.Ry BuildingOfficial: Nt� r.� f�(4+�+ aNtIV► Date: ?'! v Public Works: Date: Police Department: A11n11946Date: Date: BTR Department: Uii� '�`' City Administrator: Date: City Clerk: 1 - r�;1 ('�, , r �,�,� Date: - 23-Ig NOTE: APPLICATION AND INSURANCE CERTIFICATE MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO THE GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT THIRTY (30) DAYS PRIOR TO EVENT FOR PERMITTING. Temporary Street and Sidewalk Closing submitted for review by City Council on Aal.c.a-, % 1, Le,1Yy Date Temporary Street and Sidewalk Closing reviewed by City Council and approved (. Access to businesses in regards to the emergency vehicles in case ofrinax ency. ? Blocking of hydrants by ti,e@iir_Irs or equipment 3. Any tent over 901 square fix-( requires inspections and tlee wat 3equire:> at the minimum one 2A rated e.�;tinguisher and possibly other itans. 4. Participants should be familiar with the basic regulations (Fire Dql t. gave the building dept. this slwet) 3. Electrical cords should be mated Tsar outdoor use and in good condition. (do not plug extension coixis into inch other to snake longer -the insulation is rated for only that length) 5. The greatest con=Ti is accessibility by our firefighters and vehicies to address medical. fire, or any other 11373-rd. we just rcod to make vendors and participants aware of these safety issues. H. wrath fia-e Chiefl,'4frar:4url OW of Okeechobee e Fire Department o✓, nr-'Z nc 1 ;*0� i7l,c �:cli ilu:eMAIN STREET �C17O1r �l� In The Park �* Summary of Activities, The 2018 Labor Day Festival will be a three (3) day event that will include the annual Labor Day Parade Saturday Sept I" at 10am, followed by LIVE Music, a variety of Craft Vendors, Non Profit Vendors, and all sorts of Food items for all three (3) days. Each Day hours of operation will be 1 Oam to 3pm. Sunday we will have LIVE Gospel Music in Park 4 at the gazebo from 12Noon to 3pm. Saturday we plan to have Cowboy displays of calf roping, cow whip popping, and a Stick Pony Race. Monday (Labor Day) we plan to have a Lawn Mower Race in 300 Block of SW Park as well. During the entire event we have invited both Gilbert and Dodge to have on display vehicles of all sorts, as well as Everglades Farm Equipment, Florida Outdoors, and Taylor Rental and their variety of equipment/vehicles. We will be asking the City Fire Department, Police Dept., Sheiffs Dept. and the Auxilary to be apart of the event with emergency vehicles on hand for the kiddos to enjoy too. We too plan to have the same as last year a Kid's Zone of face painting, rock painting, and interactive gaming. We have inivited the Gun Range to be among those vendors to demostrate what they have to offer at their place of business, as well as Sears Homestore who will sponsor the Lawn Mower Races. Total Roadside Services will help sponsor the Car Bashing where we will have a car on display for bashing with a paid ticket. The proper saftey items will be provided for those to particitpate. Any LIVESTOCK on the park will be under the control of the individual(s) who have been invited. This will include but not limited to Paddock Farms Miniature Horses same as the Speckled Perch Festival. The Cowboy display will possibly include small farm animals they will oversee. We are hoping for an exciting three (3) day event, and plan to see MANY of the Okeechobee County/City residents to take part this year for the GRAND event! Everyone has asked for Bigger and Better, and 1 think this time around we have done enough for residents to come out in the heat. Event set dates, September 1 " — 3`d 2018 Please if any member of your team would have any questions to please email my office. Thank you Park # 2 2018' Labor Day Festival State Rd 70 Tree * Light Post 0 Power 10 Park Tables D 0 • KI Vendors Gilbert Family of Companies I I (< ZCar 0 Vendors Park Tables � o a 0 5 8 Florida Outdoors Park Tables Evergaldes Farm \ Equipment Lawn Mower Races SW Park Street Touch a Tractor C u 0 VVOKC m J Park # 3 0 ISte\.'es Box Truck I Gen -tor u > F_ S Tonvs i- Tacos rD J J SW 3rd Ave Car Bashing Venclors Park # 2 Sears Vendors Home Store QF CGSi 67"t Fe C,c� Park # 3 2018 Labor Day Festival State Rd 70 Tree 0 Trash Can N Light Post 40 Po\ver m Park Tablas Bench Trash Can Hollywood Stylzs 335 334 1332 331 330 0 Outback Snacks lA•'OKC 328 326 Light Past 323 327 r3. �1 Tribes E Br0\VIl CO\V Tribe 320 OKtv1Sly.;�,1 321 ❑ Bench lY 325 O T. 324 �D LD C-- Trash Can Park Tables 0 F�bles Akira Bench // 319 Misting Tents B I I 312 314 alb 318 �Si: rdcrd. Potties Handi 313 315 ❑ 317 —� POInY Ot Light Fellowship • Park Tabli 4�Fo�v®r E Bench 310 309 IFE 306 304 303 302 301 Bench Park Street Gs Ice OneBlood Bus Park #4 OKMS Site fvlap � State Rd 70 Tree , t Trash Can Light Post Power E E TBD Po&Tabl 433 -•- 431 430------- 42, Kicls Amusement 43a410 Li Po_i • � * 434 425 424 F-s Bench 40 437 F--l 423 Patties 2 Standard i l 1 Handi a22 Seating for the <41 ParkTablo: Gazebo Bandstand Rotaiy Club Duck Races Trash Can m 470 Bench 411 Light Post \ Light Pcst Paddock Fam 417 416 \ 412 • EF Mini Holses 41s `r 413 474 4P \� e Park Tables v Trails of Hope Sheriffs Dept. FE � 409------ — 402 Humane Society Bench * 0 111 + 407 Park Street ice` OKEEC29 Op I DATE (MMJDOMIYY)07l19I2018 ,p �,- CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). PRODUCER 863467-0600 CONTACT Heath Lawrence NAMME: ISU Lawrence Insurance Agency PO Box 549 PHONE 863-467-0600 FAX 863-467-5142 (AIC, No, Ext): (AIC, No): E-h1AIL ADDRESS: Okeechobee, FL 34973 Heath Lawrence INSURERS AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC INSURER A: Mt. Vernon Fire Insurance Co INSURED Okeechobee Main Street INSURERS: 55 S Parrott Ave Okeechobee, FL 34974 INSURERC: INSURER D : INSURER E : INSURER F : COVFRAGFS CFRTIFICATF NIIMRFR- RFVISION NIIMRFR- THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. INSR LTR TYPE OF INSURANCE ADDL INSD SUB WVD POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFF MMIDD I POLICY EXP MMIDD LltrlfrS A X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY CLAIMS -MADE � OCCUR y NBP2552460 10/25/2017 10/25/2018 EACH OCCURRENCE S 1,000,000 To Etas(RENTED urren S 100,000 GEN'L X MED EXP (Any oneperson) $ 5,000 PERSONAL& ADV INJURY S AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: POLICY PE�7 LOC OTHER. GENERAL AGGREGATE S 1,000,000 PRODUCTS- COMP/OP AGG $ Ir1CI $ AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY ANY AUTO OWNED SCHEDULED AUTOS ONLY AUrT,IOpSyy� AUfODS ONLY AUTOSONLD COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT Pn 1 $ BODILY INJURY (Per person) S INJURY Per accident $ BODILY PPe�ac cdenDAMAGE UMBRELLA LIAB EXCESS LIAB OCCUR CLAIMS -MADE 1 1$ EACH OCCURRENCE $ AGGREGATE S DED RETENTION $ WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY YIN ANYPROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE ❑ OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED (Mandatory In NH) If yes, describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below N/A PER OTH- STATUTE I ER E.L. EACH ACCIDENT $ E.L. DISEASE - EAEMPLOYEE$ E L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $ DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS I LOCATIONS I VEHICLES (ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, may be attached if more space Is required) City of Okeechobee & RE Hamrick Testamentary Trust are included as additional insureds with respect to General Liability CTYOKEE City of Okeechobee & RE Hamrick Testamentary Trust 55 S.E. 3rd Avenue Okeechobee, FL 34974 SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ACORD 25 (2016/03) O 1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD A 1 C'C)CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, PUBLIC WORKS Exhibit 3 —,Okekhobee � � Memo Aug 7, 2018 -LORIDA S To: Marcos Montes De Oca, City Administrator From: David Allen, Public Works Director Date: 7/26/2018 Re: City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Painting Contract Award Q"dl* Fn, RR fow05 bid, The Public Works Department recommends awauiing t e contract for City Hall deaf- p6- emeM c— wro11g project to Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake LLC in the amount of $19,580.00. This amount is $420.00 less than the amount that was budgeted for the project. As our recent experience with other projects recently'bid, the city received only onebid for the project. The bidder is a local company with an established reputation. u�S Approving this contract will require approval. by the City Council for two exceptions from normal 00a�f J contract -award requirements: qPVWtC��is 11io "9 (6V( • Performance bond requirement. Painting and. Pressure Cleaning. by Big. Lake LLC is a small. local J"�+ 0 No company and Lacks some of the resources such as a CPA that are required_ by bonding q'P companies. Due to the increased overhead needed for Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake LLC to obtain a performance bond for the project, we are requesting that this requirement be waved. g Workers Compensation and liability insurance.Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake LLC is currently a one=man operation and does not carry Workers Compensation insurance. Again due to increased overhead costs for Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake LLC, we are requesting a waver for this requirement. BID TABULATION OKEECHOBEE CITY HALL, FIRE DEPARTMENT AND RECORDS RETENTION BUILDING PAINT PROJECT PW 03-00-06-18 Painting & Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake LLC ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT MEASURE EST. QTY. UNIT PRICE AMOUNT Pressure wash and spray 50/50 solution for algae. Repair stucco and seal all wall cracks and make all necessary painting preparations for the City of Okeechobee City Hall, Fire 1 Department, and Records Retention Building located at 55 SE 3rd Avenue, Okeechobee, LS 1 $5,560.00 FL 34974. Seal coat and mask City of Okeechobee City Seal on the North wall of City Hall and take 2 all necessary measures needed to protect the seal from damage during painting. LS 1 $950.00 Paint the City of Okeechobee City Hall, Fire Department, and Records Retention Building 3 located at 55 SE 3rd Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34974. Paint shall be elastomeric masonry LS 1 $13,070.00 brick and stucco paint, trim and wall colors (2 colors) to be chose by City. TOTAL BID AMOUNT (Based on Bid Unit Prices & Estimated Quantities)l $19,580,00 Posted: June 20, 2018 @ 4:30 PM To be removed: June 29, 2018 @ 4:30 PM s CMT`t OF OKEEC-Ic; BEE, Exhibit 4 Me o Aug 7, 2018 To: Marcos Montes De Oca, City Administrator From: David Allen, Public Works Director "'?__ Date: 7/24/2018 Re: Police Department roof replacement contract extension Per the attached. memo, there has been a change in the specification for the Police Department roof replacement. The change in the specification its due to the contractor determining that the deck of the PD roof is metal rather than plywood as anticipated. The change -in the specification is very minor with slight changes in fastener size, felt, and granulate. There. is. no change to the. price. for the. project. The contractor has requested a 21-day extension as the new specification needs to be approved by the manufacturer to assure that the 15-year warranty is valid. Given the possible potential for a rain delay,. Public Works is requesting that the contract completion, date be extended by 60 days to account for any other possible delays. The contractor will: only be notified that the requested 21-:day has been.granted. The new contract end date will be October 26, 2018 "`74 -( a '`,r 2 d G� W611.(6 �� 3 — P6 7/17/18 Mr. David Allen Public Works Director The City of Okeechobee, Florida Mr. Allen as to our conversation Tuesday morning about the changes of the re -roofing scope for ITB # PW 01- 00-04-18 The City of Okeechobee, Fl. Description of changes to be made to improve the scope of roofing materials to meet manufactures(GAF) specifications to qualify for the required 15 year warranty as stated in the bid document. 41 No changes #2 Changing of roof fasteners or deck screws from a #12 to #14 gauge #3 Increasing the type# 4 felt to a type #6 fiberglass felt. #4 Instead of using a modified bitumen white granulate, SCI will use modified bitumen white granulate (Fire Insulated). SCI is asking for a 3 week extension period for completion of the project. The original completion date was August 27th 2018. This extension is for changing the permit process period and having the GAF representative to look at and approve the changes in scope to give a 15 year manufacture warranty. SCI is increasing the quality of the Police Department roofing surface at NO extra charge to the City of Okeechobee. I am attaching the original scope so you can compare the new changes to be made for ITB # P W 01-00-04-18 Thanks for you cooperation in this matter. We look forward to developing a quality relationship with the City of Okeechobee. �Mark ICI in Account Director BID UNIT PRICE SCHEDULE PW 01-00-04-18 OKEECHOBEE POLICE DEPARTMENT ROOF REPLACEMENT SEGMENT UNIT NO DESCRIPTION MEASURE- EST, QTY. UNIT PRICE AMOUNT _ RE -ROOF EXISTING OKEECHOBEE POLICE DEPARTMENT ROOFfINCLU0ING: F` REMOVAL OF EXISTING DRIP EDGE FROM PERIMETER AND PREPARATION FOR NEW ROOF. INSTALL A A" INSULATED TAPERED SYSTEM ON ENTIRE ROOF, FASTENERS 912 DECK SCREWS AND 3" STRESS PLATES. 1 Q USING HOT ASPHALT APPLY ON LAYER OF EACH' 1 $ 97,777.00 744 BASE SHEET ALONG WITH TWO PLY'S OF TYPE IV FIBERGLASS FELT. V ALSO USING HOT ASPHALT PROPERLY INSTALL ONE LAYER OF MODIFIED BITUMEN, COLOR: WHITE GRANULATED WARRANTY: FIFTEEN (15) YEARS 5. INSTALL PROPER DRIP EDGE AROUND PERIMETER AND PAINTTO MATCH SQFT TBD 2 REPLACE ROTTED ROOF SHEATHING AS RFOUIRED WITH $ 4.50 TBD 3 REPLACE ROTTED FACIA AS REQUIRED LF TBD $ 15.00 TBD 4 REPLACE 2" PRESSURE TREATED DRIP EDGE AS - REQUIRED EF TBD $ 12.00 TBD — TOTAL BID AMOUNT (Based on Bid Unit Prices & Estimated Quantities) $ 97,777,00 Bidders Company Name Southern Coatings, Inc. NOTE: This Bid is on a unit price basis. The total estimated amount is for Bid comparison purposes only, The Contractor should field verify the actual site conditions prior to time of bidding and before submitting the Bid proposal. The Contractor should read the special conditions and the requirements for insurance before submitting a Bid proposal. The Contractor should verify the quantities to be included in the construction contract. The Contractor shall furnish the City of Okeechobee with a Payment and Performance Bond in 100 percent (100%) of the total estimated amount of the contract. The Payment and Performance Bond shall continue in effect for one (1) year after completion and acceptance of the work as guarantee against construction defects. The Contractor in his Bid shall include the cost of said bond. Density testing shall be at the expense of the City of Okeechobee, except for failing tests, which shall be charged to the Contractor. I have attached the required 5 percent (5%) Bid Security to this Bid. City of Okeechobee Project No, PW 01-00-04-18 Public Works Department 6 Exhibit 5 Aug 7, 2018 CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, PUBLIC WORKS '"- MEMO To: Marcos Montes De Oca, City Administrator From: David Allen, Public Works Director Subject: City Hall Door Replacement Project Date: July 24, 2018 The Public Works Department recommends awarding the contract for the City Hall Door Replacement Project to Boromei Construction in the amount of $35,865.00. This amount is $865.00 more than was budgeted for the project. Considerable effort was taken to secure bids for this project. Although several firms attended the pre -bid meeting for the first bid for the project, only one firm, Meticulous Construction, bid on the project. The bid amount was for $79,000.00. To reduce the price for the project, the project was re -advertised with an expansion to a larger market area and re -bid. There were two bids for the re -bid; Meticulous Construction resubmitted their original bid without changes along with the bid from Boromei Construction. I have checked the references provided by Boromei Construction and have received favorable results and recommend approval of this contract. BID TABULATION OKEECHOBEE CITY HALL DOOR REPLACEMENT PW 02-00-05-18-RB Meticulous Construction Boromei Construction ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT MEASURE EST. QTY. UNIT PRICE AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT Replace five (5) existing exterior doors with new impact rated doors, Oldcastle FG-5000 1 series including necessary hardware, including new locks. Four (4) doors will be keyed alike, one (1) will be keyed separate. Bronze frame finish, reflective tinting equivalent to EACH 5 $11,000.00 $55,000.00 $5,000.00 $25,000.00 that on existing doors. Replace one (1) double exterior door with sidelights and transom with new impact rated, Oldcastle FG-5000 series flush glazed aluminum wall system including necessary 2 hardware, including new lock, keyed to match the 4 locks in Item 1. Bronze frame finish, EACH 1 $24,000.00 $24,000.00 $10,865.00 $10,865.00 glass in transom and side lights to be same impact rated glass as doors with reflective tinting equivalent to that on existing doors. TOTAL BID AMOUNT (Based on Bid Unit Prices & Estimated Quantities)j $79,000.00 $35,865.00 Posted: July 19, 2018 @ 1:00 PM To be removed: July 30, 2018 @ 1:00 PM CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, PUBLIC WORKS Exhibit 6 okekhobee Memo Aug 7, zoo s FLORIDA • ',:;:;.led 1915 To: Marcos Montes De Oca, City Administrator From. David Allen, Public Works Director Date: 7/27/2018 Re: Gas Pump Replacement The -Public Works -Department is requesting permission for the purchase and installation of a new gas pump at the Public Works Facility in the amount of $15,775.00. The existing pump has provided may years of good service but has become unreliable and' has required' multiple repairs over the. last few years. Pictures of the existing pump are included below. Several, vendors were contacted, and, two qualified. responses were received.. The quotes obtained.were as follows: Quoted Price Glasgow Equipment Service Inc. $15,775.00 Sothern Tank & Pump Co (Affiliated with Gilbert 1-7,318.00 Oil) The amount of this purchase is $5,775.00 over what was budgeted :but the excess amount is less than the amount reduction .in other li.ne.items.in the Public Works Capitol Budget. Existing Public Works Unleaded Gas Pump QUOTATION # C1098 QUOTATION & CONTRACT DATE: 24JULY2018 For Installation or Service PAGE-1-OF-3 GLASGOW EQUIPMENT SERVICE, INC. P.O. BOX 10087 RIVIERA BEACH, FLORIDA 33419-0087 PHONE (56I) 842-7236 * FAX (561) 842-7402 CITY OF OKEECHOBEE RE: DISPENSER REPLACEMENT AND 55 SE 3RD AVENUE NEW DISPENSER CONTAINMENT OKEECHOBEE, FL. 34974 ATTN: DAVID ALLEN IN RESPONSE TO YOUR INQUIRY WE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING QUOTATION• • MOBILIZE TO SITE, IDENTIFY WORK PLACE HAZARDS, AND REVIEW SAFETY PLAN WITH CREW. • LOCK OUT/TAG OUT ELECTRIC TO THE DISPENSER. SAFETY OFF AREA OF WORK. • DRAIN THE EXISTING UNLEADED LINE. DISCONNECT THE ELECTRIC TO THE GASBOY KEY CONTROL, DISPENSER AND PRODUCT PIPING TO REMOVE THE EXISTING BENNETT DISPENSER. • REMOVE PIPING FROM THE EXISTING PUMP STAND. DISPOSE OF OLD STAND AND DISPENSER OR LEAVE FOR THE CITY. • FURNISH AND INSTALL (1) NEW OPW PUMP PORCH CONTAINMENT BOX WITH INTERNAL DISPENSER PAN. LAG DOWN TO THE CONCRETE. DRILL AND INSTALL NEW ENTRY BOOTS FOR THE PRODUCT AND ELECTRICAL CONNNECTIONS. PIPE IN PRODUCT AND ELECTRIC. • FURNISH AND INSTALL (1) NEW SINGLE SIDED SINGLE PRODUCT GASBOY SUCTION DISPENSER MODEL 9153K F WITH STAINLESS STEEL DOORS FOR UNLEADED GAS. • SET NEW DISPENSER AND TIE IN THE EXISTING PRODUCT LINE AND ELECTRIC CONDUIT'S AS REQUIERD. • REINSTALL THE GASBOY KEY CONTROL ON THE SIDE OF THE DISPENSER AS DONE BEFORE. • REINSTALL EXISTING HANGING HARDWARE ON THE NEW DISPENSER. • START UP DISPENSER, PURGE AND CHECK SYSTEM FOR PROPER OPERATION. CLEAN UP WORK AREA. TOTAL BID $15,775.00 PAYMENT TERMS- 50% DUE UPON CONTRACT AGREEMENT, BALANCE DUE UPON COMPLETEION. EXCLUSIONS AND CLARIFICATIONS • NO ENGINEERING AND PERMITTING INCLUDED. WORK DONE AS A REPAIR. • NO ADDITIONAL ELECTRIC INCLUDED OUTSIDE OF DISPENSER REPLACEMENT. • NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PRE EXIXTING CONDITIONS. • NO LINE TESTING INCLUDED. • NO ENVIROMENTAL TESTING INCLUDED IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT ME. THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE OF SERVICE. SINCERELY, MARTY PARISH, SALES DEPARTMENT GLASGOW EQUIPMENT SERVICE, INC. 561-379-9873 QUOTATION & CONTRACT DATE: 24 JULY 2018 For Installation or Service PAGE_2_OF_3_ GLASGOW EQUIPMENT SERVICE, INC. TERMS AND CONDITIONS PRICES — Prices quoted are for acceptance within 30 days and, unless otherwise specified, are subject to change without notice after that date. RATES — All labor charges are based upon working during normal hours. Unless otherwise stated, requirements of the customer, (or other conditions over which Glasgow has no control) which make it necessary to pay Glasgow's employees or sub -contractors at overtime rates will result in additional charges. Delays caused by circumstances out of Glasgow's control which make overtime work necessary in order to complete on schedule will also result in additional charges to cover overtime rates. DELIVERY — Glasgow will inform customer when equipment is ready for delivery to job site but will not deliver it until requested to do so by the customer. It is the customer's responsibility to make sure that job site is accessible for delivery, that space is available to unload and store the equipment, and that authorized personnel are present at job site to take delivery of equipment on arrival. Any wasted journeys or wasted time caused by conditions which delay or prevent delivery will be charged for. TITLE — Title to equipment passes to customer on delivery and Glasgow is not responsible for loss or damage to equipment after delivery. However, Glasgow retains title (for security purposes only) to all equipment until paid in full, and Glasgow may at its option repossess the same, upon customer's default in payment as provided hereunder, and charge customer with any deficiency. Delays or extra costs caused by equipment or parts found to be missing when required for installation are not included and will be charged for. TERMS OF PAYMENT — Payment for equipment is due no later than 30 days after it is delivered to customer, regardless of whether or not installation has commenced. Payment for work, including installation or service work, is due on completion unless the work takes more than one month to complete, in which case monthly bills for percentage of work completed will be presented, and will be due on presentation. If the quotation specifies an advanced payment, this will be paid before work commences. Glasgow may refuse to start or to continue work if payments are not made as provided. LIEN RIGHTS — To protect all parties, a mechanic lien will be automatically filed where payment is not received according to the terms stated above. WARRANTY — Materials supplied by Glasgow are guaranteed for 90 days from the date of installation or delivery, ordinary use, wear and tear, or damage from abuse or accident excepted. It is understood that products and parts not manufactured and work not performed by Glasgow are warranted only to the extent and in manner that the same are warranted to Glasgow by Glasgow's vendors and then only to the extent that Glasgow is able to enforce such warranty. In enforcing such warranty it is understood that Glasgow shall have no obligation to initiate litigation unless the customer undertakes to pay all costs and expenses therefore, including but not limited to attorney's fees, and indemnifies Glasgow against any liabilities to Glasgow's vendors arising out of such litigation. This warranty is in lieu of any other liability for defects. Glasgow makes no warranty of merchantability and no warranties which extend beyond the description in this contract, nor are there any other warranties, express or implied, by operation of law or otherwise. The equipment should be periodically inspected, lubricated, and adjusted by competent personnel. This warranty is not intended to supplant normal maintenance service and shall not be construed to mean that Glasgow will provide fee service for periodic examination, lubrication or adjustment due to normal use, nor will Glasgow correct, without charge, breakage, maladjustments or other trouble arising from abuse, misuse, improper or inadequate maintenance, or any other causes beyond Glasgow's control. In the event of a claim, customer must give Glasgow prompt written notice, and provided all payments due under the terms of this contract have been made in full, Glasgow will, at Glasgow's own expense, correct any proved defect by repair or replacement. Glasgow will not, under this warranty, reimburse customer for cost of work done by others, nor shall Glasgow be responsible for the performances of equipment to which any revisions of alterations have been made by others. EXCAVATION — Excavation quotations are based on normal soil conditions. In the event any underground structures, cables, conduit, debris, rock, water or running sand are encountered, destroyed or damaged during the performing of the contract, Glasgow shall not be held responsible. If this situation arises, Glasgow will immediately stop the work and shall notify the customer of the additional expenses to be incurred by the excavation. If customer does not approve the additional expenses within 24 hours after being notified by Glasgow, Glasgow wil I proceed to do the work, and the cost shall be home by customer. Finished grades are to be established and verified by customer before commencement of work. Glasgow's performance of this contract is contingent upon customer furnishing Glasgow with any necessary permission or priority required under the terms and conditions or government regulations affecting the acceptance of this order or the manufacture, delivery or installation of the equipment. It is agreed that Glasgow's workmen shall be given a safe place in which to work and Glasgow reserves the right to discontinue work on the site whenever, in Glasgow's opinion, this provision is being violated. Glasgow shall not be responsible in any way for the acts of others or for pro -rated expenses of any nature incurred by others in or about the project. Certificates of Workmen's Compensation, Bodily injury and Property Damage Liability insurance coverage will be furnished upon request. The premium for any bonds or insurance beyond Glasgow's standard coverage and limits will be an addition the QUOTATION & CONTRACT DATE: 24 JULY 2018 For Installation or Service PAGE- 3-OF-3- In consideration of Glasgow's performance of the work herein described, at the price stated, customer agrees to indemnify, defend and hold Glasgow harmless from all damages, claims, suits, expenses and payments resulting from loss, damage or injury including death, to person or property on account of or resulting from performance of this contract or from operation of the equipment whether before of after final acceptance, except as directly due to those acts or omissions of Glasgow's employees or those of Glasgow's sub -contractors. Glasgow shall not be liable for any loss, damage or delay caused by acts of Government, strikes, lockouts, fire, explosions, theft, floods, riot, civil commotions, war, malicious mischief, or acts of God, or any cause beyond Glasgow's reasonable control, and in no event shall Glasgow be liable for consequential damages. Should loss of or damage to Glasgow's material, tools or work occur at the erection site, customer shall compensate Glasgow therefore, unless such loss or damage results from Glasgow's own acts or omissions. If any drawings, illustrations or descriptive matter are furnished with this proposal, they are approximate and are submitted only to show the general style and arrangement of equipment offered. In the event of any default by customer in any payment, or of any other provision of this contract, the unpaid balance of the purchase price, less the cost of completing the work, as estimated by Glasgow, shall immediately become due and payable irrespective of the acceptance by Glasgow of notes from Glasgow or extension of time for payment. The customer will insure the building and work which is situated on this premises in joint names, at the option of Glasgow, and the interest of the customer and Glasgow against loss or damage by fire of other loss. Customer shall procure and maintain insurance as full public liability insurance protecting both customer and Glasgow as co-insured. Such sums of insurance for the work which is being constructed will cover the cost of the work and materials used in and around the premises, and any policies issued pursuant hereto are to name customer and Glasgow, as their interest may appear. Copies of all insurance policies required to be issued hereunder shall be tendered to Glasgow, including any necessary endorsements. Any conditions in the customer's form of contract which conflicts with Glasgow's conditions state herein shall be void to the extent that it so conflicts. In the event of any litigation arising as a result of this contract, the prevailing party will be entitled to recover a reasonable attorney's fee, and costs, together with reasonable attorney's fee and costs on appeal. Authorized Name & Title Of signer_ Date Glasgow Equipment Service, Inc. Authorized Name & Title Of signer QUOTATION AND CONTRACF mrm1)ER a a.. = 1 NU4EWi &tJ1W Pollutant toza-, Sy5terns necialty C cin-ractor PCCOL�ci %=i i TO: City of Okeechobee 55 Southeast 3rd Avenue Okeechobee, FL34974 Attention: David Allen/ Public Works Director �ISLMD Page 1 OF 2 4&4 3903) Date: 07-26 2018 34s3 P.O. Box North fort Myers, FL 33918 Fax: (239) 995.3404 Quote #: 07262018-2RL Reference: Fuel pump Gasboy Electrical Keytrol replacement Revised Quote We are pleased to subrnit this quotation based or: our interpretation of your requirements, as follows: 1) Remove and dispose of one (1) existing suction pump (keytro/ unit will be mounted on the new dispenser). 2) Furnish and install one (1) Model#DP-1 Aboveground Dispenser pan complete with entry fittings and stablizer bar bracket. 3) Furnish and install one (1) Model#3111 SNS-66 Bennett Single Hose Mechanical Suction pump with solenoid valve, 10:1 pulser, Junction box, painted lower doors, 314"X 14ft Hose, swivel, breakaway valve, whip hose, and automatic shut-off nozzle(The new pump will be mounted on the existing dispenser pan). 4) Bid price includes labor, material and equipment listed above to complete the installation. Bid Price $ 17, 318.00 terms: 35% upon acceptance, balance on completion. Notes... 1) This bid is based on using the existing Keytrol Unit., fuel line, electrical conduits and wiring. 2) Necessary fuel to purge and calibrate the new fuel pump will be furnished by the customer. 3) The new Bennett Pump comes with a 1 Year parts and labor warranty. 4) This bid does not include any repairs or replacements for customer supplied equipment. 5) This bid does not include any other equipment, material or labor not listed above. ACCEPTANCE: This proposal, when accepted by the Purchaser and upon final approval of our Official Officer will constitute a bona fide contract between us, subject to all the terms and conditions contained herein. It is expressly agreed that there are no promises, agreements, or understandings, oral or written, not specified in this proposal. Company Narne Rene Latigo Sales Representative ST&P Acceptance Signature Signature Print name and title I Title Date Sales Manager QUOTATION AND CONTRACT Page Of 2 PRICES - Prices quoted are good for acceptance within 30 days, and unless otherwise specified are subject to change without notice after that date. TERMS - Unless otherwise specified, terms are net on completion of all service work. On all installation contracts, a deposit will be required, and payments will be made on a percentage of completion less retainage. Terms on equipment, unless otherwise specified are net 30 days from the date of delivery in total. Delivery to our plant for purposes of convenience or coordination shall be considered "Delivery" for billing purposes. The Seller reserves the right to charge the Purchaser 1'X,% per month on past due balances. This represents an annual rate of 18%. Purchaser agrees to pay Seller reasonable attorney's fees and Court Cost if his account is placed in the hands of an Attorney for collection. CLAIMS - For defects or defective parts shall be no defense for non-payment of any sums due under this contract, but all such sums shall become due and payable in accordance with this agreement and shall be immediately paid when due. Claims for defects or defective parts will be handled under warranty. DELIVERY - Delivery promises are contingent upon fire, strikes, accidents or other causes beyond our control. We will endeavor to maintain schedules, but cannot guarantee to do so. Delivery, unless otherwise stated does not include unloading. The Purchaser shall make a storage area available to the Seller. Any necessary relocation of installation materials from this designated area will be at the Purchaser's expense DELAYS - Due to the ever increasing cost of labor and materials, any delay of progress, not under Seller's direct control, will constitute an additional charge to Purchaser. WARRANTY - Materials supplied by the Seller are guaranteed for 90 days from date of installation or delivery. Ordinary use, wear and tear or damage from abuse or accident excepted, It is specially understood products and parts not manufactured and work performed directly by Seller are warranted only to the extent and in the manner that the same are warranted to the Seller by Seller's vendors and then only to the extent Seller is able to enforce such warranty. In enforcing such warranty it is understood Seller shall have no obligation to initiate litigation unless Purchaser undertakes to pay all costs and expense therefore, including but not limited to Attorney's fees, and indemnities Seller against any liabilities to Seller's vendors arising out of such litigation. EXCAVATING - Excavation quotations are based on normal soil conditions. In the event any underground structures, cable conduit, debris, rock water, or running sand are encountered, destroyed or damaged during the performance of the contract, the Seller shall not be held responsible. Additional costs resulting shall be borne by the Purchaser but shall in no case exceed existing rate scales for labor and materials had the quotation originally been based on time and materials. Mechanical compaction- is not -included In the proposal unless specified. Finished grades are to be established,and-.verified byjthe Purehasee, Purchaser will be responsible for filling all underground storage tanks with -liquid for b'allast,.immediately upon setting tanks in excavations. The Seller shall notify the Purchaser wheh-produbt will be needed. TheiSeiler_shall not be responsible for the contamination or loss of the product used for ballast. In the event ar1Y tanks should float, the Seller shall be held blameless. All expense for equipment labor and materials to"reinstall"tanks shall be borne by the Purchaser. RELATED WORK - Labor, materials and outside services electrical, concrete, blacktop, water and sewer work, are not Included in proposal unless specified. If concrete slab placed and finished under this proposal, Seller not responsible for slab it not protected from traffic by Purchaser for 30 days. Anchors and Foundations not included in this contract unless specified. LABOR - While Seller recognizes the right of its employees to engage in protected concerted activities or to refrain from engaging in such activities within the meaning of the National Labor Relations Act, Seller is currently a totally Merit Shop contractor and has no collective bargaining relationship with any labor organization. Seller opposes unionization of its employees with all proper and legal means. Seller fully expects, through fair treatment and recognition of its employees, to continue to operate on a totally Merit Shop basis on each job site at which Seller performs and works, It is with these precepts in mind, that our Quotation/Contract is entered into. TAXES - Prices quoted on equipment and repair parts are subject to Federal, State, or Municipal Taxes which may be in effect or which may be imposed prior to the actual shipment of materials and equipment. LIEN RIGHTS - To protect all parties, a mechanics lien will be automatically filed where payment is not received according to the terms stated above. TITLE AND RISK OF LOSS - Full risk of loss (including transportation delays and losses) shall pass to the Purchaser upon delivery of products/equipment to the F.O.B. point. However, Seller retains title, for security purposes only, to all products/equipment until paid for in full in cash; and Seller may, at. Seller's option, repossess the same, upon Purchaser's default in payment hereunder, and charge Purchaser with any deficiency. RETURNED GOODS - All claims for shortages, corrections in prices and errors must be made within five (5) days of receipt of goods. In no instance is merchandise to be returned without Seller's approval or the issuance of a Credit Memo. All material returned that is a non -stocking item will be subject to a thirty-five (35%) percent handling charge. All stocking items will be subject to a twenty-five (25%) percent restocking charge. It is understood that no goods can be returned for credit without adhering to above conditions. _`�lRN TANK'R WIMP 73y,99yy990 Statutes & Constitution :View utes : Online Sunshine Page 1 of 3 a el 78 7 Select Year: 2018 v Go The 2o18 Florida Statutes Title XVII Chapter 252 View Entire Chapter MILITARY AFFAIRS AND RELATED MATTERS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 252.38 Emergency management powers of political subdivisions. —Safeguarding the life and property of its citizens is an innate responsibility of the governing body of each political subdivision of the state. (1) COUNTIES. — (a) In order to provide effective and orderly governmental control and coordination of emergency operations in emergencies within the scope of ss. 252.31-252.90, each county within this state shall be within the jurisdiction of, and served by, the division. Except as otherwise provided in ss. 252.31-252.90, each local emergency management agency shall have jurisdiction over and serve an entire county. Unless part of an interjurisdictional emergency management agreement entered into pursuant to paragraph (3)(b) which is recognized by the Governor by executive order or rule, each county must establish and maintain such an emergency management agency and shall develop a county emergency management plan and program that is coordinated and consistent with the state comprehensive emergency management plan and program. Counties that are part of an interjurisdictional emergency management agreement entered into pursuant to paragraph (3)(b) which is recognized by the Governor by executive order or rule shall cooperatively develop an emergency management plan and program that is coordinated and consistent with the state comprehensive emergency management plan and program. (b) Each county emergency management agency created and established pursuant to ss. 252.31-252.90 shall have a director. The director must meet the minimum training and education qualifications established in a job description approved by the county. The director shall be appointed by the board of county commissioners or the chief administrative officer of the county, as described in chapter 125 or the county charter, if applicable, to serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority, in conformance with applicable resolutions, ordinances, and laws. A county constitutional officer, or an employee of a county constitutional officer, may be appointed as director following prior notification to the division. Each board of county commissioners shall promptly inform the division of the appointment of the director and other personnel. Each director has direct responsibility for the organization, administration, and operation of the county emergency management agency. The director shall coordinate emergency management activities, services, and programs within the county and shall serve as liaison to the division and other local emergency management agencies and organizations. (c) Each county emergency management agency shall perform emergency management functions within the territorial limits of the county within which it is organized and, in addition, shall conduct such activities outside its territorial limits as are required pursuant to ss. 252.31-252.90 and in accordance with state and county emergency management plans and mutual aid agreements. Counties shall serve as liaison for and coordinator of municipalities' requests for state and federal assistance during postdisaster emergency operations. http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display Statute&Search String=... 8/2/2018 Statutes & Constitution :Viev-4;ktutes : Online Sunshine Page 2 of 3 (d) During a declared state or local emergency and upon the request of the director of a local emergency management agency, the district school board or school boards in the affected area shall participate in emergency management by providing facilities and necessary personnel to staff such facilities. Each school board providing transportation assistance in an emergency evacuation shall coordinate the use of its vehicles and personnel with the local emergency management agency. (e) County emergency management agencies may charge and collect fees for the review of emergency management plans on behalf of external agencies and institutions. Fees must be reasonable and may not exceed the cost of providing a review of emergency management plans in accordance with fee schedules established by the division. (2) MUNICIPALITIES. —Legally constituted municipalities are authorized and encouraged to create municipal emergency management programs. Municipal emergency management programs shall coordinate their activities with those of the county emergency management agency. Municipalities without emergency management programs shall be served by their respective county agencies. If a municipality elects to establish an emergency management program, it must comply with all laws, rules, and requirements applicable to county emergency management agencies. Each municipal emergency management plan must be consistent with and subject to the applicable county emergency management plan. In addition, each municipality must coordinate requests for state or federal emergency response assistance with its county. This requirement does not apply to requests for reimbursement under federal public disaster assistance programs. (3) EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT POWERS; POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS. — (a) In carrying out the provisions of ss. 252.31-252.90, each political subdivision shall have the power and authority: 1. To appropriate and expend funds; make contracts; obtain and distribute equipment, materials, and supplies for emergency management purposes; provide for the health and safety of persons and property, including emergency assistance to the victims of any emergency; and direct and coordinate the development of emergency management plans and programs in accordance with the policies and plans set by the federal and state emergency management agencies. 2. To appoint, employ, remove, or provide, with or without compensation, coordinators, rescue teams, fire and police personnel, and other emergency management workers. 3. To establish, as necessary, a primary and one or more secondary emergency operating centers to provide continuity of government and direction and control of emergency operations. 4. To assign and make available for duty the offices and agencies of the political subdivision, including the employees, property, or equipment thereof relating to firefighting, engineering, rescue, health, medical and related services, police, transportation, construction, and similar items or services for emergency operation purposes, as the primary emergency management forces of the political subdivision for employment within or outside the political limits o-f—the subdivision.5. To request state assistance or invoke emergency -relate and utual- aid assistance by declaring a state of local emergency in the event of an emergency affecting only one political su sion. The duration of each state of emergency declared locally is limited to 7 days; it may be extended, as necessary, in 7-day increments. Further, the political subdivision has the power and authorit�to waive the procedures and formalities otherwise required of the political subdivision by law pertaining to: a. Performance of public work and taking whatever prudent action is necessary to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the community. b. Entering into contracts. c. Incurring obligations. http://www.leg. state. fl.us/statutes/index. cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute& Search —String=... 8/2/2018 Statutes & Constitution :View =utes : Online Sunshine Page 1 of 2 Firp tv cq PUY O Vs Select Year: 2018 v Go The 2018 Florida Statutes Title XVII Chapter 252 View Entire Chapter MILITARY AFFAIRS AND RELATED MATTERS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 252.34 Definitions. —As used in this part, the term: (1) "Activate" means the execution and implementation of the necessary plans and activities required to mitigate, respond to, or recover from an emergency or disaster pursuant to this chapter and the state comprehensive emergency management plan. (2) "Disaster" means any natural, technological, or civil emergency that causes damage of sufficient severity and magnitude to result in a declaration of a state of emergency by a county, the Governor, or the President of the United States. Disasters shall be identified by the severity of resulting damage, as follows: (a) "Catastrophic disaster" means a disaster that will require massive state and federal assistance, including immediate military involvement. (b) "Major disaster" means a disaster that will likely exceed local capabilities and require a broad range of state and federal assistance. (c) "Minor disaster" means a disaster that is likely to be within the response capabilities of local government and to result in only a minimal need for state or federal assistance. (3) "Division" means the Division of Emergency Management within the Executive Office of the Governor, or the successor to that division. (4) "Emergency" means any occurrence, or threat thereof, whether natural, technological, or manmade, in war or in peace, which results or may result in substantial injury or harm to the population or substantial damage to or loss of property. (5) "Emergency management" means the preparation for, the mitigation of, the response to, and the recovery from emergencies and disasters. Specific emergency management responsibilities include, but are not limited to: (a) Reduction of vulnerability of people and communities of this state to damage, injury, and loss of life and property resulting from natural, technological, or manmade emergencies or hostile military or paramilitary action. (b) Preparation for prompt and efficient response and recovery to protect lives and property affected by emergencies. (c) Response to emergencies using all systems, plans, and resources necessary to preserve adequately the health, safety, and welfare of persons or property affected by the emergency. (d) Recovery from emergencies by providing for the rapid and orderly start of restoration and rehabilitation of persons and property affected by emergencies. (e) Provision of an emergency management system embodying all aspects of preemergency preparedness and postemergency response, recovery, and mitigation. http://www.leg. state. fl.us/statutes/index. cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=... 8/2/2018 Statutes & Constitution Mev—W-itutes : Online Sunshine Page 2 of 2 (f) Assistance in anticipation, recognition, appraisal, prevention, and mitigation of emergencies which may be caused or aggravated by inadequate planning for, and regulation of, public and private facilities and land use. (6) "Local emergency management agency" means an organization created in accordance with the provisions of ss. 252.31-252.90 to discharge the emergency management responsibilities and functions of a political subdivision. (7) "Manmade emergency" means an emergency caused by an action against persons or society, including, but not limited to, enemy attack, sabotage, terrorism, civil unrest, or other action impairing the orderly administration of government. (8) "Natural emergency" means an emergency caused by a natural event, including, but not limited to, a hurricane, a storm, a flood, severe wave action, a drought, or an earthquake. (9) "Political subdivision" means any county or municipality created pursuant to law. (10) "Technological emergency" means an emergency caused by a technological failure or accident, including, but not limited to, an explosion, transportation accident, radiological accident, or chemical or other hazardous material incident. History.—s. 1, ch. 74-285; s. 19, ch. 81-169; s. 22, ch. 83-55; s. 16, ch. 83-334; s. 7, ch. 84-241; s. 10, ch. 93-211; s. 31, ch. 2001-61; s. 98, ch. 2011-142;.s. 1, ch. 2016-198. Copyright © 1995-2018 The Florida Legislature • Privacy Statement • Contact Us http://www.leg. state. fl.us/statutes/index. cfm?App_mode=D isp lay_Statute&Search_String=... 8/2/2018 0 CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, PUBLIC WORKS Exhibit 7 Okeechobee Memo Aug 7, 201 s FLORIDA • F.,:.:jo! 19IS To: Marcos Montes De Oca, City Administrator From: David Allen, Public Works Director Date: 7/26/2018 Re: Request for disposal of obsolete and surplus equipment The Public Works Department is requesting permission to dispose of obsolete and surplus equipment that is no longer needed by the City. The items to be disposed of vary in condition from. items that will probably be sold for scrap to functioning items that may be of use to another organization. Items to be sold tinclude obsolete or broken equipment, surplus furniture, obsolete computers, and other office equipment. A "listing of the items proposed for disposal .is attached. Disposal of the items wifi be made by placing the items on the Govedeals.com auction web site. Minimum bid values will be set for items as necessary. All items will be sold as is and it will be the purchasers responsibility to pick-up and remove the. items purchased from the Public. Works: facility. City of Okeechobee Public Works GOV.DEALS LIST ASSET # DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER VIN NUMBER ACQUIRED (17) SAMSUNG DESK COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS (2) 4 DRAWER LATERAL FILING CABINETS (PAL) (3) 4 DRAWER FILING CABINET (PAL) (4) 4 DRAWER FILING CABINET (PAL) ALUMINUM TRAFFIC SIGNAL BOX 59X40X29 850015336/222304 ALUMINUM TRAFFIC SIGNAL BOX 41X24X19 350 ANDERSON TRAILER 8X24 TAG #69282 4YNTE2426VC276770 6/4/2004 BEZZECCHI FERTILIZER SPREADER 184 BUSH HOG M90 GRADER BACK BLADE #5114 CITY #01738 12-00614 10/1/1999 CHAIRS (4) MAROON LAZBOY 92094 CHAIRS (5) GRAY CHAIRS W/2 ACCESSORY TABLES COLEMAN POWERMATE PRO COMPRESSOR C45L250P1B100 T1300657 CROWN VICTORIA DESK GREY METAL DESK GREY WOOD W/2 LATERIAL FILE CABINET DESK RIGHT RETURN W/CREDENSA (BROWN) 607 DIAGNOSTIC SCANNER - MENTOR SCAN TOOL MENTOR -PRO RSM49178612 6/30/2012 FORD ESCAPE 1FMCUODG7AKC42276 FUEL TANK 10' x 4'3" 12011 741 JOHN DEERE 410K ATT - 60" BUCKET CITY #3032 60" DITCH BUCKET J000045443-1 12/31/2013 200 LIQUID ASPHALT DISTRIBUTOR (1987) TAG #69227 CITY #01308 2M9DA12164W004005 10/24/1990 186 MITTS & MORRILL CHIPPER CITY #69334 6520993 8/11/1986 201 NEWSTRIPE PAINTER CITY #5101 1001009 10/1/1990 OLD TV, ETC ON PALLETT POLICE CAR CAGES (3) RED LIGHT POLES (4) FOOTERS 23' (4) ARMS 60' RHINO CUTTER TW72 32311 SAMURAI VIDEO 8 KX-77 W/CHARGER 204 TRACTOR - FORD 260C NEW HOLLAND 4630/260C BD90302 10/1/1995 k O m ,;�x tit;- w� < w �ƒ i§. y« - a 39 «. . y I: � .j �'� }'��' ��� z� .r: } ,, � s-ae�- �::+rw c, 1' ;�y;, - �� �,IT,.�'�3 ..,+.� a� �< 1 r a-.� s �dA:n I �Y '� 't . 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''L • c'S t H `Z'� /�- M `'. g t CUTTER �' , d' id � ; ... � lykY t >r•' l ��?���YR S. .ht� �� k�t ` 1 � �i" p�, a r31i .aA IY ` I •',4; GN} y t)' r . ; r •�Tr-'';A 7 �t.j. 7v `\`� x ' a���'�rA A" C rl C��.}. .-��'yj{ice, .rAl:�4E� "�i• '�` Fi s r„ +� � r. .q�yy ka�4 7P� ?. s �,�. a �k Tra'�.. v, • +�: ..�,3'•„".ai�{1iY.�`y,�F' ,r*'"� . 3 �,y`r t L a. .KfT� BOO r� u �...s t Statutes & Constitution :View utes : Online Sunshine Page 1 of 3 ,_V, z'8 7 Select Year: 2018 v Go The 2o18 Florida Statutes Title XVII Chapter 252 View Entire Chapter MILITARY AFFAIRS AND RELATED MATTERS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 252.38 Emergency management powers of political subdivisions. —Safeguarding the life and property of its citizens is an innate responsibility of the governing body of each political subdivision of the state. (1) COUNTIES. — (a) In order to provide effective and orderly governmental control and coordination of emergency operations in emergencies within the scope of ss. 252.31-252.90, each county within this state shall be within the jurisdiction of, and served by, the division. Except as otherwise provided in ss. 252.31-252.90, each local emergency management agency shall have jurisdiction over and serve an entire county. Unless part of an interjurisdictional emergency management agreement entered into pursuant to paragraph (3)(b) which is recognized by the Governor by executive order or rule, each county must establish and maintain such an emergency management agency and shall develop a county emergency management plan and program that is coordinated and consistent with the state comprehensive emergency management plan and program. Counties that are part of an interjurisdictional emergency management agreement entered into pursuant to paragraph (3)(b) which is recognized by the Governor by executive order or rule shall cooperatively develop an emergency management plan and program that is coordinated and consistent with the state comprehensive emergency management plan and program. (b) Each county emergency management agency created and established pursuant to ss. 252.31-252.90 shall have a director. The director must meet the minimum training and education qualifications established in a job description approved by the county. The director shall be appointed by the board of county commissioners or the chief administrative officer of the county, as described in chapter 125 or the county charter, if applicable, to serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority, in conformance with applicable resolutions, ordinances, and laws. A county constitutional officer, or an employee of a county constitutional officer, may be appointed as director following prior notification to the division. Each board of county commissioners shall promptly inform the division of the appointment of the director and other personnel. Each -director has direct responsibility for the organization, administration, and operation of the county emergency management agency. The director shall coordinate emergency management activities, services, and programs within the county and shall serve as liaison to the division and other local emergency management agencies and organizations. (c) Each county emergency management agency shall perform emergency management functions within the territorial limits of the county within which it is organized and, in addition, shall conduct such activities outside its territorial limits as are required pursuant to ss. 252.31-252.90 and in accordance with state and county emergency management plans and mutual aid agreements. Counties shall serve as liaison for and coordinator of municipalities' requests for state and federal assistance during postdisaster emergency operations. http://www.leg. state. fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=... 8/2/2018 Statutes & Constitution Niem_1`tutes : Online Sunshine Page 2 of 3 (d) During a declared state or local emergency and upon the request of the director of a local emergency management agency, the district school board or school boards in the affected area shall participate in emergency management by providing facilities and necessary personnel to staff such facilities. Each school board providing transportation assistance in an emergency evacuation shall coordinate the use of its vehicles and personnel with the local emergency management agency. (e) County emergency management agencies may charge and collect fees for the review of emergency management plans on behalf of external agencies and institutions. Fees must be reasonable and may not exceed the cost of providing a review of emergency management plans in accordance with fee schedules established by the division. (2) MUNICIPALITIES. —Legally constituted municipalities are authorized and encouraged to create municipal emergency management programs. Municipal emergency management programs shall coordinate their activities with those of the county emergency management agency. Municipalities without emergency management programs shall be served by their respective county agencies. If a municipality elects to establish an emergency management program, it must comply with all laws, rules, and requirements applicable to county emergency management agencies. Each municipal emergency management plan must be consistent with and subject to the applicable county emergency management plan. In addition, each municipality must coordinate requests for state or federal emergency response assistance with its county. This requirement does not apply to requests for reimbursement under federal public disaster assistance programs. (3) EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT POWERS; POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS. — (a) In carrying out the provisions of ss. 252.31-252.90, each political subdivision shall have the power and authority: 1. To appropriate and expend funds; make contracts; obtain and distribute equipment, materials, and supplies for emergency management purposes; provide for the health and safety of persons and property, including emergency assistance to the victims of any emergency; and direct and coordinate the development of emergency management plans and programs in accordance with the policies and plans set by the federal and state emergency management agencies. 2. To appoint, employ, remove, or provide, with or without compensation, coordinators, rescue teams, fire and police personnel, and other emergency management workers. 3. To establish, as necessary, a primary and one or more secondary emergency operating centers to provide continuity of government and direction and control of emergency operations. 4. To assign and make available for duty the offices and agencies of the political subdivision, including the employees, property, or equipment thereof relating to firefighting, engineering, rescue, health, medical and related services, police, transportation, construction, and similar items or services for emergency operation purposes, as the primary emergency management forces of the political subdivision for employment within or outside the political limitsofthe subdivision. 5. To request state assistance or invoke emergency -relate and utual-aid assistance by declaring a state of local emergency in the event of an emergency affecting only one political su71, ivision. The duration of each state of emergency declared locally is limited to 7 days; it may be extended, as necessary, in 7-day increments. Further, the political subdivision has the power and authorit�to waive the procedures and formalities otherwise required of the political subdivision by law pertaining to: a. Performance of public work and taking whatever prudent action is necessary to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the community. b. Entering into contracts. c. Incurring obligations. http://www.leg. state. fl. us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute& Search —String=... 8/2/2018 Statutes & Constitution :View _utes : Online Sunshine Firs twu 31 Select Year: 2018 v Go The 2018 Florida Statutes Title XVII Chapter 252 View Entire Chapter MILITARY AFFAIRS AND RELATED MATTERS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 252.34 Definitions. —As used in this part, the term: (1) "Activate" means the execution and implementation of the necessary plans and activities required to mitigate, respond to, or recover from an emergency or disaster pursuant to this chapter and the state comprehensive emergency management plan. (2) "Disaster" means any natural, technological, or civil emergency that causes damage of sufficient severity and magnitude to result in a declaration of a state of emergency by a county, the Governor, or the President of the United States. Disasters shall be identified by the severity of resulting damage, as follows: (a) "Catastrophic disaster" means a disaster that will require massive state and federal assistance, including immediate military involvement. (b) "Major disaster" means a disaster that will likely exceed local capabilities and require a broad range of state and federal assistance. (c) "Minor disaster" means a disaster that is likely to be within the response capabilities of local government and to result in only a minimal need for state or federal assistance. (3) "Division" means the Division of Emergency Management within the Executive Office of the Governor, or the successor to that division. (4) "Emergency" means any occurrence, or threat thereof, whether natural, technological, or manmade, in war or in peace, which results or may result in substantial injury or harm to the population or substantial damage to or loss of property. (5) "Emergency management" means the preparation for, the mitigation of, the response to, and the recovery from emergencies and disasters. Specific emergency management responsibilities include, but are not limited to: (a) Reduction of vulnerability of people and communities of this state to damage, injury, and loss of life and property resulting from natural, technological, or manmade emergencies or hostile military or paramilitary action. (b) Preparation for prompt and efficient response and recovery to protect lives and property affected by emergencies. (c) Response to emergencies using all systems, plans, and resources necessary to preserve adequately the health, safety, and welfare of persons or property affected by the emergency. (d) Recovery from emergencies by providing for the rapid and orderly start of restoration and rehabilitation of persons and property affected by emergencies. (e) Provision of an emergency management system embodying all aspects of preemergency preparedness and postemergency response, recovery, and mitigation. http://www.leg.state.fl.uslstatuteslindex.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=... 8/2/2018 Statutes & Constitution :View- ;ktutes : Online Sunshine Page 2 of 2 (f) Assistance in anticipation, recognition, appraisal, prevention, and mitigation of emergencies which may be caused or aggravated by inadequate planning for, and regulation of, public and private facilities and land use. (6) "Local emergency management agency" means an organization created in accordance with the provisions of ss. 252.31-252.90 to discharge the emergency management responsibilities and functions of a political subdivision. (7) "Manmade emergency" means an emergency caused by an action against persons or society, including, but not limited to, enemy attack, sabotage, terrorism, civil unrest, or other action impairing the orderly administration of government. (8) "Natural emergency" means an emergency caused by a natural event, including, but not limited to, a hurricane, a storm, a flood, severe wave action, a drought, or an earthquake. (9) "Political subdivision" means any county or municipality created pursuant to law. (10) "Technological emergency" means an emergency caused by a technological failure or accident, including, but not limited to, an explosion, transportation accident, radiological accident, or chemical or other hazardous material incident. History.—s. 1, ch. 74.285; s. 19, ch. 81-169; s. 22, ch. 83-55; s. 16, ch. 83-334; s. 7, ch. 84-241; s. 10, ch. 93-211; s. 31, ch. 2001-61; s. 98, ch. 2011-142;.s. 1, ch. 2016-198. Copyright © 1995-2018 The Florida Legislature • Privacy Statement • Contact Us http://www.leg. state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=... 8/2/2018 chibit 8 k Aug 7, 2018 City of Okeechobee . Fire Department Memorandum Date: 26 July 2018 To: City Council Members & Administrator From: Fire Chief Smith Subject: Request to be placed on Agenda/Approval of quote to rebuild motor on Ladder truck Requirement: Repairs need to be made by Detroit Diesel certified technicians. The department contacted local branches of Florida Detroit Diesel. Only one branch responded with a quote (see below). Ten-8 Fire Equipment out of Bradenton and Hall -Mark out of Ocala both submitted quotes (see below). All locations were sent "specifications sheet" and a request to submit a quote. Hall-Mark's quote was for a motor "replacement" while the other two were for "inline frame" rebuilds. Based on the submittals, the fire department recommends awarding Ten-8 Fire Equipment for $31,574.97. Quote Tabulations In -line Frame motor Rebuild Ten-8 Fire Equipment $31,574.97 In -line Frame motor Rebuild Florida Detroit Diesel $48,870.00 Replace with remanufactured Hall -Mark $90,145.00 55 S.E. Third Avenue . Okeechobee, Florida . 34974-2932 . 863-467-1586 . Fax: 863-763-4489 Exhibit 9 Aug 7, 2018 MEMORANDUM To: Mayor and City Council Members From: Marcos Montes De Oca, Administrator,;' Subject: Vacant City Council Applications Date: July 30, 2018 Attached are the applications submitted for the vacant City Council position for your review. They are as follows: 1. John Wesley Abney, Jr. 2. Ted Denisuk 3. Robert John Jarriel, Sr. 4. Robert Michael Keefe, Jr. 5. Georganna Kirk CITY OF OKEECHOBEE ,5 a .. 3"" AVENUE 3 OKEECHOBEE- ' FLORl-DA 34974 = 863,763.337'2 ., OITYOFO"C 013EF—C-OXI � t CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT APPLICATION`: FILLING VACANCY THRU JANUARY 4, 2021 DEADLINE TO FILE APPLICATION - WHERE TO FILE: WHO CAN APPLY: JULY 20, 2018 BY 4:30 PM OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, AND MUST BE A REGISTERED VOTER OF THE CITY AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION Print CLEARLY or type all information. The information from this application will be used by the City Council in considering action on your appointment. The application MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL. Answer "none,' `not applicable, "or "NIA "where appropriate. Per Code Book Section 2-39, should any vacancy occur at any time in any elective office of the City of Okeechobee, whether by death, resignation, forfeiture, removal, or otherwise, said elective office shall be promptly filled by the appointment of a person who qualifies for a City Office, by a majority vote of the City Council. Said appointee shall hold the office for that period of time remaining in the office to which they are appointed, and until they are then elected in a general election, or their successor in office is duly elected and qualified. The City Council shall fill the vacancy, by majority vote at a duly advertised City Council meeting within i 60 days of the notice being published. APPLICANT'S FULL NAME: AST: FIRST: M.IDOLC: ABNEY, JR JOHN WESLEY EMAIL ADDRESS: WESABNEYI@GMAIL.COM RESIDENCE ADDRESS: 1414 SE 8TH DRIVE, OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: 4 YEARS MAILING ADDRESS: 1414 SE 8TH DRIVE, OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 TELEPHONE/CELL PHONE: 863-532-9074 ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? XI Yes Q No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? 11 Yes COUnty Registered in: ❑ No EDUCATION: High Schoo! name & Location: Year Graduated: OKEECHOBEE HIGH SCHOOL 1990 POST- SECONDARY EDUCATION: College Name(s): Certificate/Dearee(s) Awarded: Date(s)Attended: INDIAN RIVER A.S. BUILDING 1991-1993 COMMUNITY COLLEGE CONSTRUCTION TECH. MILITARY SERVICE: ( Eranch(es): Dates of Service: Discharge Date: 1 NIA CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: ABNEY BUILDING & CONSULTING, INC JOB TITLE/DESCRIPTION: I OWNER ! PRESIDENT EMPLOYER ADDRESS: 207 NE 2ND STREET, OKEECHOBEE, FL 34972 EMPLOYER TELEPHONE: 863-623-4459 Page 1 of 4 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED OR N General Contractor 011 Business Person 0 Architect EVER BEEN EMPLOYED AS: ❑ Engineer ❑ Sub -Contractor ❑ Realtor (CHECK ✓ ALL THAT APPLY) ❑ Attorney ❑ Doctor ❑ Surveyor ❑ Lay Person O Urban Planner ❑ Landscape Architect Other: Have you ever been appointed to, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any agency or government? ❑ No 00 Yes, and list: AGENCY BOARD NAME POSITION DATE(S) OKEECHOBEE COUNTY CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY BOARD MENBER %���_LyY^��,�,� U t Are you now, or have you ever been, elected or appointed to any public office? M No ❑ Yes, and list: LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTION TERM(S) Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or current elected officials? A No ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF EMPLOYEE/ELECTED OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Have you ever been found to be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III "Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees"? 10 No ❑ Yes, and list: DATES) NATURE OF VIOLATION Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or no contest, or entered into an agreement setting forth the terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? 13 No ❑ Yes, and list: DATE(S) VIOLATION CITY AND STATE ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC RECORD. Information for certain individuals with a specific public records exemption can be withheld. In order to claim the exemption complete the following: Are you a current or former, the spouse of a current or former, or the child of a current or former swom or civilian law enforcement personnel, certified firefighter, EMT, paramedic, code enforcement officer, or other covered employee" who is exempt from public records disclosure under Florida Statute 119.071? Review list of other covered employees before responding. ® No ❑ Yes, and list: JOB TITLE OR COVERED POSITION TITLE RELATIONSHIP rage 1 oT 4 Describe any skills, experiences, interests, and/or background information about yourself. Include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment. If more space is needed, please attach an additional page. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED RESUME STATEMENT OF APPLICANT: I certify that the answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I hereby release all companies, schools, or persons from all liability for any damage for issuing this information. I understand that the City may request a copy of my driver's license. I have the right to request that the City completely and accurately disclose to me the contents of any investigation or reports upon request to the Office of the City Clerk. I further understand all information provided becomes a matter of public record. CERTIFICATION: I understand that falsification, omission, misleading statements, or misrepresentation is cause for rejection of this application. I understand that this application is a Public Record and is subject to the provisions of Florida Statutes Chapter 119. Page 3 of 4 FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: i understand that should I be appointee( to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I am required to complete and file a State of Florida Financial Disclosure Form 1 upon my appointment, annually, and a Financial Disclosure Form 1-Final upon my resignation/sunset of term. I further understand that I will be required to attend at least four hours of training in Ethics Law, Open Public Meetings/Sunshine Law, and Public Records Law training annually. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, 1 will comply with all State Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and State Constitution regarding public records, records retention, public record requests, and the open public meeting requirements (Sunshine Law). I hereby acknowledge that I have read and unde a nd each of the above statements. Signature of Applicant: Date: 7120/18 x copy of Voter Registration Card attached OO Other covered jobs include current or former, their spouse, and children: correctional and correctional probation officers; juvenile probation officers, supervisors; detention superintendents and assistants; Department of Juvenile Justice: detention officers I and il, detention office supervisors, residential officers, residential officer supervisors I and II, counselors and supervisors, human services counselor administrators, senior human services counselor administrators, rehabilitation therapists, and social services counselors; certain personnel of: the Department of Children and Families; the Department of Health; the Department of Financial Services; and the Department of Revenue or local governments whose responsibilities include revenue collection and enforcement or child support enforcement; investigators or inspectors of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; the Office of the Inspector General or internal audit department; iustices of the Supreme Court; judges of the district court of appeals, circuit court, and county court; general and special magistrates, judges of compensation claims, administrative law judges of the Divisions of Administrative Hearings, and child support enforcement hearing officers; state attorneys and assistants, statewide prosecutors and assistants; public defenders and assistants, criminal conflict and civil regional counsel and assistants; guardians ad litem; human resource, labor relations, or employee relations directors and assistants, managers or assistant managers of any local government agency or water management district whose duties include hiring and firing employees, labor contract negotiations, administration, or other personnel -related duties; tax collectors; certain impaired practitioners and consultants; [see §119.071, Florida Statues]. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION BY JULY 20, 2018, TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 Page; 4 of 4 SKILLS: JOHN `WES' ABNEY, JR. (863) 532-9074 1414 SE 8`f Drive Okeechobee, Florida 34974 wesabneyI@mmail.com • Office and Project Management. • Develops and implements programs in compliance with State and/or Federal guidelines. • Knowledgeable in navigating and utilizing multiple software and computer platforms. • Team Leader in writing, organizing, and delivering professional presentations. • Oversee/Manage day to day needs of a construction business. WORK HISTORY: (2011-Current) Abney Building & Consulting, Inc. Job Title: Owner / General Manager • Business management, Initial point of professional contact and public relations, Construction estimating, Production of bid documents and proposals. • Generates Proposals and estimations for construction. • Develops contracts, sub -contracts, and material lists • Prepares and submits building permit applications, while working closely with local and state building authorities. (1994-2009) Abney and Abney Construction Inc. Job Title: Office Manager/Estimator/Project Manager • Office management, Construction estimating, Production of bid documents and proposals. • Designs construction plans utilizing CAD software. • Generates Proposals and estimations for construction. • Develops sub -contracts, and budgets. • Prepares and submits building permit applications. • Maintain hardware, media, and telecommunications systems. • Oversee day to day operations with subcontractors, suppliers and others related to each project. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: Florida State Certified Building Contractor Lic#CBC058152 Residential Wind Load Design Technician CI - RWT # 05RWT0131 Private Pilot — Airplane Single Engine Land U.S.C.G. Captain — Master (50 Tons) EDUCATION: (1991-1993) Indian Community College, Ft. Pierce, Fl Associate in Science: Building Construction Technology (1987-1990) Okeechobee High School, Okeechobee, Fl High School Diploma REFERENCE: Available upon request • Dear Voter, UAGG61lu"ev LU4lllr 7UlGl" 11I1Ultl10llUll l al (hir! "or identification 3t the p0j"S" 5(AK 3?'!r. '•:.i1flEu:f!:CF n„"IiRESS• This mail out includes ywi,- new V'pfer Inforinatlon Card. 0. replaces all previous iloter earls and is for inforfnation111 purposes only. Please take a moment now to review it, and contact our Oj.fIce if you fnd an error. Remember, photo and signature identification are required when you go to vote. This card is not required. Please visit our tvehsite wim Vote0keechobee.com for more election related infimmation. Tfyou have questions or if'tve can he of :service to you, please do not hesitate to call us at. (863) 763-4014 or entail rite at dianekvoteokeecliobee.com .Respectfully, Supervisor of l� nsv Diane Yfagan Supervisor of Elections LEI l o=" 304 NW 2nd St, Rm 144 Okeechobee, FL 34972 Return Service Requested OFFICIAL "TER INFORMATION CARD I(EECNOBEE COUNTY, FLORID! JOHN W ABNEY JR 1414 SE 8TH DR ;'ruiva foiE.w: OKEECHOBEE FL34974 mEa:mw. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ROC 06 OY1 9,sI l 5T11,61YRTiMOME V.T'i FLORIDA VOi ER RECI i RATION IA.IHCER C7HG m ,� SidTE $ Nc6Si : uu' •.9 '2 C , df 17 26 55 3 4 Oke Cty SEE SACK OF CARD PGR Il+.;-('2T;1NT ^1FCF.MA'tCN gIOR TC E i.'ON L: * OFFICI.AL * *ELECTION MAIL. *rHu» vo` bytlw U.S. Postal selvice Q R K' JOHN W ABNEY JR 210 NE 3RIO AVE OKEECHOBEE FL 34972 MARK YOUR BALLOT COR.RECTL. COMPLETELY X LL IN THE OVACHOCE. ET TO I YOUR _ _ -vote for ONE tj.S. .PRESIDENT i YOUR CHOICE NOT Your Choice MAKE IT COUNT 1 .ro CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 SE 3RD AVENUE • OKEECHOBEE FLORIDA 34974 363.763.333'' ' ('I- `0FOKEECHOBEE.COM CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT APPLICATION FILLING VACANCY THRU JANUARY 4, 2021, vf'4 , DEADLINE TO FILE APPLICATION: WHERE TO FILE: WHO CAN APPLY: JULY 2TI, 2018 BY 4:3C? R'RPJ OFFICE OF THE (CITY CLEIM' F `,ESIDENIF HD CIF `THIS C I Y 0 REGISTERED VOTEill OF THE !(y',�IY,,J;. .AT TIME OF FILI'N() AP PLIQ4�11u 1j',d Print CLEARLY or type all information. The information from this application will be used by the City Council in considering action on your appointment_ The application MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL. Answer "none, " `not applicable, "or "NIA ° where appropriate. Per Code Book Section 2-39, should any vacancy occur at any time in any elective office of the City of Okeechobee, whether by death, resignation, forfeiture, removal, or otherwise, said elective office shall be promptly filled by the appointment of a person who qualifies for a City Office, by a majority vote of the City Council. Said appointee shall hold the office for that period of time remaining in the office to which they are appointed, and until they are then elected in a general election, or their successor in office is duly elected and qualified. The City Council shall fill the vacancy, by majority vote at a dully advertised City Council meeting within 60 days of the notice being published. ! APPLICANT'S PULL NAME: A4T. FIR$�j. O i� ,14 I • t j K EMAIL ADDRESS: M41 v i RESIDENCE ADDRESS: �l d l �� tl, A✓ 0 e.ee%o e c y HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: MAILING ADDRESS: 5Hyn TELEPHONE/CELL PHONE: q-•13 -760 ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? U Yes Q No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? 0-Yes County Registered in: Q No kc>eC4 ozw 9- EDUCATION: High School Name 8: Location: Year Graduated: jil(i7ijlL?kif>f') F=I- 05S M;e ,>FLcyS • 4l c140 1c.c.. POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: college Name(s): Certificate/ earee(s) Awarded: Date(s) Attended: MILITARY SERVICE: Branch(es): Dates of Service: Discharae Daie: CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: JOB TITLE/DESCRIPTION: 5 igLe5 EMPLOYER ADDRESS: ! 7 t) I'l, PAQ Kb It 44✓R EMPLOYER TELEPHONE: 8 (am. q 6 H -- '4? r) Page I of 4 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED OR G General Contracto; 8r1usiness Person ❑ Architect EVER BEEN EMPLOYED AS: O Engineer ❑ Sub -Contractor Cl Realtor (CHECK / ALL THAT APPLY) Cl Attorney O Doctor ❑ Surveyor ❑ Lay Person 0 Urban Planner ❑ Landscape Architect Other: Have you ever been appointed to, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any agency or government? ❑ No Cf Yes, and list: AGENCY BOARD NAME POSITION DATE(S) 1�1<e(>C k,, G Are you now, or have you ever been, elected or appointed to any public office? �I-Ho U Yes, and list: l LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTION TERM(S1 Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or current elected officials? t fV® I� Yes and list: NAME OF EMPLOYE EIELECTED OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Have you ever been found to be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III "Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees"? UNO ❑ Yes, and list: DATE(S) NATURE OF VIOLATION Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or no conb4st,' or entered into an agreement setting forth the terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? allo, a Yes, and list: DATE(S) VIOLATION CITY AND STATE ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC RECORD. Information for certain individuals with a specific public records exemption can be withheld. In order to claim the exemption complete the following: Are you a current or former, the spouse of a current or former, or the child of a current or former sworn Or civilian law enforcement personnel, certified firefighter, EMT, paramedic, code enforcement officer, or other covered erlployeeo who is exempt frorn public records disclosure under Florida Statute 119.071? Review list of other covered employees before responding. ail No a Yes, and list: JOB TITLE OR � COVERFO POSITION TITLE RELATIONSHIP Page 2 of 4 Describe any skills, experiences, interests, and/or background information about yourself. Include accomplishments that ClUallfy YOU for the appointment. ifmora space is needed, please attach an additional page. personal B<< r o t.JuR.14 ►q t,vA,�5 W i`Nw otAck. s w ,-tA -r he 98, 61 t`ll 7-0 C0A1 PR am15e Fog I -Ad Re.HeR dF 4/e PkQ6RAW. W,L.L,Y, v L.I c-teXl Qeyltt n7 Ak iHi 14 A,C ram, o cJ AN v N�4�I , SJPPoQT g7+he2 5 w%en NlrEp en Acso To epaUT L ge A t G /BAR tlt$ NJr,oA-. o r, ,vs �t'eaQ -rAe,c Y C aki W im-kn oy Qew7t5 V L/<']�,d&S i I i I I I i I STATEMENT OF APPLICANT: I certify that the answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I hereby release all companies, schools, or persons from all liability for any damage for issuing this information. I understand that the City may request a copy of my driver's license. i have the right to request that the City completely and accurately disclose to me the contents of any investigation or reports upon request to the Office of the City Clerk. I further understand all information provided becomes a matter of public record. CERTIFICATION: I understand that falsification, omission, misleading statements, or misrepresentation is cause for rejection of this application. i understand that this application is a Public Record and is subject to the provisions of Florida Statutes Chapter 119. Page 3 of 4 FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I am required to complete and file a State of Florida Financial Disclosure Form 1 upon my appointment, annually, and a Financial Disclosure Form 1-Final upon my resignation/sunset of term. I further understand that i will be required to attend at least four hours of training in Ethics Law, Open Public Meetings/Sunshine Law, and Public Records Law training annually. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should 1 be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, 1 will comply with all State Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and State Constitution regarding public records, records retention, public record requests, and the open public meeting requirements (Sunshine Law). I hereby acknowledge that I have feaq and understand each of the above statements. Signature of Applicant: r,, • (�I�r,/t' Date: /7 copy of Voter Registration Card attached OO Other covered jobs include current or former, their spouse, and children.: correctional and correctional probation officers; juvenile probation officers, supervisors, detention superintendents and assistants; Department of Juvenile Justice: detention officers I and 11, detention office supervisors, residential officers, residential officer supervisors I and 11, counselors and supervisors, human services counselor administrators, senior human services counselor administrators, rehabilitation therapists, and social services counselors; certain personnel of: the Department of Children and Families; the Department of Health; the Department of Financial Services; and the Department of Revenue or local governments whose responsibilities include revenue collection and enforcement or child support enforcement; investigators or inspectors of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; the Office of the Inspector General or internal audit department; justices of the Supreme Court; judges of the district court of appeals, circuit court, and county court; general and special magistrates, judges of compensation claims, administrative law judges of the Divisions of Administrative Hearings, and child support enforcement hearing officers; state attorneys and assistants, statewide prosecutors and assistants; public defenders and assistants, criminal conflict and civil regional counsel and assistants; guardians ad litem; human resource, labor relations, or employee relations directors and assistants, managers or assistant managers of any local government agency or water management district whose duties include hiring and firing employees, labor contract negotiations, administration, or other personnel -related duties; tax collectors; certain impaired practitioners and consultants; [see §119.071, Florida Statues]. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION BY JULY 20, 2018, TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 Page 4 of 4 Dear Voter, This mail out includes your new Voter Inform ation Card It replaces all previous voter cards and isfir informational purposes only. Please take a moment now to review it, and contact our office if you f nd an error. Remember, photo and signature identification are required when you go to vote. This card is not required. Please visit our website www. VoteOkeechobee.com for more election related information. If you have questions or if we can be of service to you, please do not hesitate to call its at (863) 763-4014 or email me at diane a,voteokeechobee.com Respectfully, Supervisor of Elections OF OKJ F' O(Diane Yfagan Supervisor of Elections t; 304 NW 2nd St, Rm 144 '`soRorti�E` Okeechobee, FL 34972 Return Service Requested OFFICIAL VOTER INFORMATION CARD KEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA vast E UKPQCIIOD6B Ljr/JIII� bgl'.rj (Plot for identification at the polls) YOUR NAME AND RESIDENCE ADDRESS: THEODORE J DENISUK 1101 SE 8TH AVE OKEECHOBEE FL 34974 YOU YNLL VOTE AT: PRECINCT NO. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ROC 06 310 SW 5TH AVE DATE OF BIRTH REGISTRATION DATE PARTY FLORIDA VOTER REGISTRATION NUMBER Dec/25/1958 Dec/26/2001 REP 106125568 17 26 55 3 4 Oke Cty SEE BACK OF CARD FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION PRIOR TO ELECTION DAY THIS IS YOUR NEW OKEECHOBEE COUNTY VOTER CARD. PLEASE VERIFY ALL INFORMATION AND NOTE YOUR PRECINCT LOCATION. * *ELECTIMN MAIL Authorized by the.US. Postal Service THEODORE J DENISUK 1101 SE 8TH AVE OKEECHOBEE FL 34974 MAP,K YOUR BALLOT CORRECTL COMPLETELY FLU IN TO Ta4E AV�►�1�®ICE• 'YOUR _ U.S. PRESIDENT Vote for ONE - ® YOUR CHOICE NOT Your Choice MAKF,IT COUNT _ CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 E ;a'�F AVENUE • OKEECHOBEE • FLORIDA • 34974.863.763.3372 • CITY@*EECHOBEE.COM CITY COUNCIL. APPOINTMENT APPLICATK3N FILLING VACANCY THRU JANUARY 4121 ,2 DEADLINE TO FILE APPLICATION: WHERE TO FILE: WHO CAN APPLY: JULY 20, 2018 BY 4:30 PM OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, AND MUST BE A REGISTERED VOTER OF THE CITY AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION Print CLEARLY or type all information. The information from this application vvili be used by the City Council if, considering action on your appointment.. The application MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL. Answer "none, " 'nvt applicable, "or `NIA "where appropriate. Per Code Book Section 2-39, should any vacancy occur at any time in any elective office of the City of Okeechobee, whether by death, resignation, forfeiture, removal, or otherwise, said elective office shall be promptly filled by the appointment of a person who qualifies for a City Office, by a majority vote of the City Council. Said appointee shall hold the office for that period of time remaining in the office to which they are appointed, and until they are then elected in a general election, or their successor in office is duly elected and qualified. The City Council shall ill the vacancy, by majority vote at a duly advertised City Council meeting within 50 days of the notice being published. APPLICANT'S FEJLI_ NAME: LAST: FIRST: M1"IDDIE: Ar�t'i� `- I ' EMAIL ADDRESS: Vic'/%�F ? L4(_S' ct'�it. ✓G a i RESIDENCE ADDRESS: HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: MAILING ADDRESS: _S A jrTt TELEPHONE/CELL PHONE: 6 J 3 - q ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? Yes ❑ No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? Yes County Registered in: `^ U No EDUCATION: High School Name & Location; YearGraduated: Let'e( J Hit L [f:1.u`-161. 9 % C, POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: CollegeName(s): Certificate/Degree(s)Awafded: Dates Attended: P f ..JJ� �GE4CC,� MILITARY SERVICE: Branch(es): Dates of Service: Discharge Date: 1.0 ( i>_. , .P� — . GR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: r ^C. Y� , . i ' il.Z5 r Ir v � : r J id (Y T L x.. L t: i A, f; lr Y dO S TITLE/DESCRIPTION:5 EMPLOYER ADDRESS: EMPLOYER TELEPHONE: Pagel of 4 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED OR . General Contractor U Business Person ❑ Architect EVER BEEN EMPLOYED AS: U Engineer U Sub -Contractor ❑ Realtor (CHECK ✓ ALL THAT APPLY) ❑ Attorney ❑ Doctor U Surveyor U Lay Person ❑ Urban Planner U Landscape Architect Other: FLll S r.!J'i 6 C Cr;'i 11=ico j3�LOti Cc,,7;,1.4C7c.2 Have you ever been appointed to, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any agency or government? 1' No ❑ Yes, and list: AGENCY BOARD NAME POSITION DATE(S) Are you now, or have you ever been, elected or appointed to any public office? )'No ❑ Yes, and list: LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTION TERM(S) Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or current elected officials? O No ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF EMPLOYEEIELECTED OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIPIASSOCIATION Have you ever been found to be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III "Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees"? �dNo ❑ Yes, and list: DATE(S) NATURE OF VIOLATION Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or no contest, or entered into an agreement setting forth the terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? ]di No ❑ Yes, and list: DATE(S) VIOLATION CITY AND STATE ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC RECORD. Information for certain individuals with a specific public records exemption can be withheld. In order to claim the exemption complete the following: Are you a current or former, the spouse of a current or former, or the child of a current or former sworn or civilian law enforcement personnel, certified firefighter, EMT, paramedic, code enforcement officer, or other covered employee J who is exempt from public records disclosure under Florida Statute 119.071? Review list of other covered employees before responding. Id No ❑ Yes, and list: JOB TITLE OR COVERED POSITION TITLE RELATIONSHIP Page 2 of 4 Describe any skills, experiences, interests; and/or background information about yourself. include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment r more space is needed, please attach an additional page. E E A STATEMENT OF APPLICANT: I certify that the answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I hereby release all companies, schools, or persons from all liability for any damage for issuing this information. I understand that the City may request a copy of my driver's license. I have the right to request that the City completely and accurately disclose to me the contents of any investigation or reports upon request to the Office of the City Clerk. I further understand all information provided becomes a matter of public record. CERTIFICATION: I understand that falsification, omission, misleading statements, or misrepresentation is cause for rejection of this application. I understand that this application is a Public Record and is subject to the provisions of Florida Statutes Chapter 119. Page 3 of 4 FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I am required to complete and file a State of Florida Financial Disclosure Form 1 upon my appointment, annually, and a Financial Disclosure Form 1-Final upon my resignation/sunset of term. I further understand that I will be required to attend at least four hours of training in Ethics Law, Open Public Meetings/Sunshine Law, and Public Records Law training annually. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I will comply with all State Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and State Constitution regarding public records, records retention, public record requests, and the open public meeting requirements (Sunshine Law). I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understand each of the above statements. Signature of Applicant: Date: copy of Voter Registration Card attached (I)Other covered jobs include current or former, their spouse, and children: correctional and correctional probation officers; juvenile probation officers, supervisors, detention superintendents and assistants; Department of Juvenile Justice: detention officers I and II, detention office supervisors, residential officers, residential officer supervisors I and II, counselors and supervisors, human services counselor administrators, senior human services counselor administrators, rehabilitation therapists, and social services counselors; certain personnel of: the Department of Children and Families; the Department of Health; the Department of Financial Services; and the Department of Revenue or local governments whose responsibilities include revenue collection and enforcement or child support enforcement; investigators or inspectors of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; the Office of the Inspector General or internal audit department; justices of the Supreme Court; judges of the district court of appeals, circuit court, and county court; general and special magistrates, judges of compensation claims, administrative law judges of the Divisions of Administrative Hearings, and child support enforcement hearing officers; state attorneys and assistants, statewide prosecutors and assistants; public defenders and assistants, criminal conflict and civil regional counsel and assistants; guardians ad litem; human resource, labor relations, or employee relations directors and assistants, managers or assistant managers of any local government agency or water management district whose duties include hiring and firing employees, labor contract negotiations, administration, or other personnel -related duties; tax collectors; certain impaired practitioners and consultants; [see §119.071, Florida Statues]. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION BY JULY 20, 2018, TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 Page 4 of 4 'rT D,'reFcho6Ee ?^`i,:?T Ygi F' lr r�f l?q$fi7 P F, (Not for ident cation at the polls) YOUR NAME AND RESIDENCE ADDRESS: ROBERT J JARRIEL 1903 SW 7TH AVE YOUWIUVOTEAT: OKEECHOBEE FL 349.74 PRECMCT NO, FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ROC 06 310 SW 5TH AVE DATEOFRIRTR. REGISTRATIONOATE. PARTY FLORIDA VOTER REGISTRATION NUMBER Jun/22/1943 Se /25/1964 REP 112104703 NOW ,. �I",_ , t? N 17 26 55 4 1 Oke Cty SEE BACIi OF CARD FOP. IA'PORTANT INFORMATION PRIOR, TO ELECTION DAY. Bob Jarriel 1903 SW 7th Ave Okeechobee, FL 34974 561-719-3147 bobja@bellsoutl-,.net We purchased a home in Okeechobee County in 2004 and after retirement moved to Okeechobee full time. My wife, Rose, and I fell in love with the town and the people. In 2016 we decided to buy a home in the city and I wanted to be more involved with serving my community. I have been involved in many youth programs for over 50 years. I would like to see Okeechobee remain a friendly and rural city. I believe in transparency and honesty. With my many years on the South Florida Fair (SFF) Finance Committee, I'll strive to make sure that our city continues to be financially responsible, but also maintains and improve the services of our city residents. I believe that it's important to remain compliant with our ordinances on our state and federal mandates. In my past experiences on the SFF Fair Board I have worked closely with elected officials and have traveled to Tallahassee to lobby on their behalf. If I'm given the opportunity to serve on the city council my decisions will be based on what's best for all of the residents, not just an elite group. I want all residents of Okeechobee to feel safe; whether it's the students in our schools or my wife at the movies. 7r; a i;tiA Honest Conservative Integrity Christian Good Listener Agriculturalist Experience Okeechobee Planning and Zoning Committee --ember 2018- Present South Florida Fair Board - Pas;' i;hai,-ima, • Started as Trustee and moved up to Chairman + Finance Committee- Over $12 million budget. (presently on) • distinguished Trustee • Voted to Wall of Fame Sunshine Aluminum - Ovi ner:. Operator 1980 - 2 CU., + Managed 100 Employees CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 SE 3`�D AVENUE •OKEECHOBEE • FLORIDA 34974 a 863,763.3372 ® CITYOFOKEECHOBEE.COM CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT APPLICATION: FILLING VACANCY( THRU JANUAR'Y 4, 2021 DEADLINE TO FILE APPLICATION: WHERE TO FILE: WHO CAN APPLY: JULY 20, 2018 BY 4:30 PM OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, AND MUST BE A REGISTERED VOTER OF THE CITY "T '"t Ic 9LIN'`� NPPLICA" Print CLEARLY or type all infonnation. The information from this application will be used by the City Council in considering action on your appointment. The application MUST BE COMPLETED 1N FULL. Answer "none, " `not applicable, "or INIA "where appropriate. Per Code Book Section 2-39, should any vacancy occur at any time in any elective office of the City of Okeechobee, whether by death, resignation, forfeiture, removal, or otherwise, said elective office shall be promptly filled by the appointment of a person who qualifies for a City Office, by a majority vote of the City Council. Said appointee shall hold the office for that period of time remaining in the office to which they are appointed, and until they are then elected in a general elections, or their successor in office is duly elected and qualified. The City Council shall fill the vacancy, by majority vote at a duly advertised City Council meeting within 60 days of the notice being published. APPLICANT'S FULL NAME: �:L.+ "g- .� (? �'C•};;.�,,;_ { Fr `, :-�L-�_. EMAIL ADDRESS: RESIDENCE ADDRESS:' HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: ;IV MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE/CELL PHONE: ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? 'W:Yes ❑ No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? '; Yes County Registered in: EDUCATION: Nigh School Name & Location: Year Graduated: POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: Colleoe Name(s) : Certificate/Dearee(s) Awarded: Dates) Attended: MILITARY SERVICE: te: Bran s: Dates of Se d-cm% DischMeDaA. CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: V`ijb`1L +. K',,) JOB TITLE/(DESCRIPTION: EMPLOYER ADDRESS: � ' � Ar (;`fr_t r; ; 'p` y "j' j ;`t�•J^ � ) 3 %( EMPLOYER. TELEPHONE:-,�- Page 1 of 4 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED OR J General Contractor )2TBusiness Person J Architect EVER BEEN EMPLOYED AS: u Engineer a Sub -Contractor a Realtor (CHECK ✓ ALL THAT APPLY) J Attorney J Doctor l] Surveyor J Lay Person ❑ Urban Planner a Landscape Architect Other: Have you ever been appointed to or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any agency or government? ❑ No Yes, and list: A AGENCY BOARD NAME POSITION DATE(S1 �1-I :�:t�r `'. ♦ � U•lt�ir�l-C= �,�-i.� 1��4C (t'.=,(1'ir��T _ �t: .1.�"=(�E r Are you now, or have you ever been, elected or appointed to any public office? �iNo a Yes, and list: LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTION TERMS) S � r Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or current elected officials? )H�No ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF EMPLOYEE/ELECT D OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION �lZZZ A�L71 71 I Have you ever been found to be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III "Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees'? °k1(yo ❑ Yes, and list: DATF S NATURE OF V101-ATION Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or no contest, or entered into an agreement setting forth the terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? ❑ Yes, and list: DATE(S) VIOLATION CITY AND STATE ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC RECORD. Information for certain individuals with a specific public records exemption can be withheld. In order to claim the exemption complete the following: Are you a current or former, the spouse of a current or former, or the child of a current or former sworn or civilian law enforcement personnel, certified firefighter, EMT, paramedic, code enforcement officer, or other covered employee° who is exempt from public records disclosure under Florida Statute 119.071? Review list of other covered employees before responding. W-No ❑ Yes, and list: JOB TITLE OR COVER_D POSITION TITLE RELATIONSHIP �t Page 2 of 4 Describe any skills, experiences, interests, and/or background information about yourself. Include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment. If more space is needed, please attach an additional page. I am an Okeechobee native, and love my hometown! since returning home after 12 years in the Marine Corps. I have imntersed myself iu connnunite service and crying to be an involved citizen. One ofmy accomplishments since returning home has been part or my community service and desire to give back In 2015 1 created The WarrinrCCnter, Inc., a local non-profit dedicated to the advocacy and support of onr local Warriors - Law Enforcement, Firefighters, and Military. Skills I've acquired during my military service as well as business ownership include effective leadership, critical thinking, communication, people engagement, and more. Examples orexperiences in my life which support my qualification for this position include combat situations where tough decisions had to be made which eould have potentially impacted the lives of my Marines, millions of dollars worth of vehicles and equipment, and the success of the mission; Board membership on various Hoards of Directors has given me the experience of %vorking with fellow board members, analyzing Organizational budgets and operations, and recommending organizational changes and improvements based on my observations and insights. Some of iffy interests include Community Revitalization, smart economic growth, affordable housing, creating a greater scose of community pride, and the historical integrity and survival of any remaining physical sites or cultural presence from our city's past STATEMENT OF APPLICANT: I certify that the answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I hereby release all companies, schools, or persons from all liability for any damage for issuing this information. I understand that the City may request a copy of my driver's license. I have the right to request that the City completely and accurately disclose to me the contents of any investigation or reports upon request to the Office of the City Clerk, I further understand all information provided becomes a matter of public record. CERTIFICATION: I understand that falsification, omission, misleading statements, or misrepresentation is cause for rejection of this application. I understand that this application is a Public Record and is subject to the provisions of Florida Statutes Chapter 119. Page 3 of 4 FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I am required to complete and file a State of Florida Financial Disclosure Form 1 upon my appointment, annually, and a Financial Disclosure Form 1-Final upon my resignation/sunset of term. I further understand that I will be required to attend at least four hours of training in Ethics Law, Open Public Meetings/Sunshine Law, and Public Records Law training annually. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I will comply with all State Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and State Constitution regarding public records, records retention, public record requests, and the open public meeting requirements (Sunshine Law). I hereby acknowledge that I have rea d-' nderstand each of the above statements. Signature of Applicant:'" %�%l Date: copy of Voter Registrati6ri Card attached OOther covered jobs include current or former, their spouse, and children: correctional and correctional probation officers; juvenile probation officers, supervisors, detention superintendents and assistants; Department of Juvenile Justice: detention officers I and II, detention office supervisors, residential officers, residential officer supervisors I and II, counselors and supervisors, human services counselor administrators, senior human services counselor administrators, rehabilitation therapists, and social services counselors; certain personnel of: the Department of Children and Families; the Department of Health; the Department of Financial Services; and the Department of Revenue or local governments whose responsibilities include revenue collection and enforcement or child support enforcement; investigators or inspectors of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; the Office of the Inspector General or internal audit department; justices of the Supreme Court; judges of the district court of appeals, circuit court, and county court; general and special magistrates, judges of compensation claims, administrative law judges of the Divisions of Administrative Hearings, and child support enforcement hearing officers; state attorneys and assistants, statewide prosecutors and assistants; public defenders and assistants, criminal conflict and civil regional counsel and assistants; guardians ad litem; human resource, labor relations, or employee relations directors and assistants, managers or assistant managers of any local government agency or water management district whose duties include hiring and firing employees, labor contract negotiations, administration, or other personnel -related duties; tax collectors; certain impaired practitioners and consultants-, [see §119.071, Florida Statues]. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION BY JULY 20, 2018, TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 Page 4 of 4 Witit, Okeech off ��unt� G'aterIF 91grftiac Car a or r entt catron at Je po s RESIDENCE ADDRESS ROBERT M KEEFE 902 SW 4TH AVE rQU WLL VOTE AT., OKEECHOBEE FL 34974 PRECINCT NO. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ROC 06 ..10 _SV.�I .STH ' F Y AT,iJI. Rr.-f PARTYFLORIDA VOTER REGtSTRAr;ON NUMBER Oct/09/1978 Feb/09/2004 REP 106128949 N 17 26 55 2 3 Oke Cty 0 4 � --_ - - CITY OF OKEECHOBEE ti 3' LD AvEENUr_ OKEEC,-iOBE: o FILORIDA 3, o 9 �I 34974 86�,7�3.33:fi.�n cITYrJF®tcEECllOst;v.Ct01M� :•9� ai; CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT APPLICATI�O.N n , FILLING VACANCY THRU JANUARY 4, 20' � - /61 q�-y DEADLINE TO FILE APPLICATION: WHERE TO FILE: WHO CAN APPLY: DULY 20, 2018 BY 4:30 PM OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOB;EE, .AND MUST RE A REGISTERED VOTER OF THE CITY AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION Print CLEARLY or type all information. The information from this application will be used by the City Council in considering action or, your appointment. The application MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL. Answer AriI Anot applicable,@ or AN/A@ where appropriate. Per Code Book Section 2-39, should any vacancy occur at any time in any elective office of the City of Okeechobee, whether by death, resignation, forfeiture, removal, or otherwise, said elective office shall be promptly filled by the appointment of a person who qualifies for a City Office, by a majority vote of the City Council. Said appointee shall hold the office for that period of time remaining in the office to which they are appointed, and until they are then elected in a general election, or their successor in office is duly elected and qualified. The City Council shall ill +hn vmn mov 4,l, �( , A h, �n,rcctirru� rIf,, inn , ,;bhi„ ha'nn APPLICANT=S FULL NAME: LAST: Kirk FIRST Georganna MIDDLE: EMAIL ADDRESS: georganna_kirk@yaroo.com RESIDENCE ADDRESS: '1901 SW 71h Ave Okeechobee FI 34974 HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: 26 MAILING ADDRESS: 1901 SW 71h Ave Okeechobee FI 34974 TELEPHONE/CELL PHONE: 863-634-1179 ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? I �FLORIDA FYIYes -i No, explain: REGISTERED VOTER? Cx7Yes County Registered in: Okeechobee i No EDUCATION: High school Name & Location. Okee. High Year 1979 Graduated: POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: !ON: I Colleae Name(s): Certificate/Degree(s)Awarded: Date(s)Aitended: Indian River Associates of Arts Cormunity College MILITARY SERVICE: Eranch(es): Dates of Service: DischaraeDate: i None CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. JOB TITLE/DESCRIPTION: Chief Administrative Officer/Vice President of Administrative Operations EMPLOYER ADDRESS: 5827 Corporate Way, West Palnn Beach, FL 33407 EMPLOYER TELEP! ;ONE: 561-844.-9443 Page 1 o, 4 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED OR General Contractor FxlBusiness Person Architect EVER BEEN EMPLOYED AS: Engineer ,:.I Sub -Contractor Realtor (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) a Attorney �I Doctor Surveyor Lay Person Urban Planner Landscape Architect Other: Have you ever been appointed to, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any agency or government? ❑ No ElYes, and list: AGENCY BOARD NAME POSITION DAMS) Healthy Start, Okeechobee Board Member 2004-2006 Central Florida Medical DffsasterCoalitffien2018 current Are you now, or have you ever been, elected or appointed to any public office? ONo Yes, and list: LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTION TERM(S) NIA Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or current elected officials? EINo Yes, and list: NAME OF EMPLOYEE/ELECTED OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION N/A Have you ever been found to be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III ACode of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees@? E]No Yes, and list: DATE(S) NATURE OF VIOLATION N/A Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or no contest, or entered into an agreement setting forth the terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? E]No Yes, and list: DATE(S) VIOLATION CITY AND STATE N/A ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC RECORD. Information for certain individuals with a specific public records exemption can be withheld. In order to claim the exemption complete the following: Are you a current or former, the spouse of a current or former, or the child of a current or former sworn or civilian law enforcement personnel, certified firefighter, EMT, paramedic, code enforcement officer, or other covered employee' who is exempt from public records disclosure under Florida Statute 119.071? Review list of other covered employees before responding. 1ENo Yes, and list: JOB TITLE OR COVERED POSITION TITLE None RELATIONSHIP Page 2 of 4 Describe any skills, experiences, interests, and/or background information about yourself. Include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment. If more space is needed, please attach an additional page. I aye wore wit F on a Community Heat Centers, Inc or over 26 years, as t e organization grew rom 4 centers to 12 Medical (2 in Okeechobee) and 2 administrative facilities, 450 employees and a budget of over $39 million. I am responsible For the administrative operations which includes many skills that I feel would benefit the City Council Those skills include grant Writing, data review and adherence with funding requirements, development of personnel policies and procedures, review of Financial statements/reports, review and approval of personnel corrective actions, facility acquisition and development, working With a Boardo hectors, representing t e organization at t e oca , tate an Federal eve s of Government, in addition to working with other organizations in the communities served by Florida Community Health Centers. I have dedicated my career to the assurance that no person in our communities is denied medical care for any reason especially due to an inability to pay. STATEMENT OF APPLICANT: I certify that the answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I hereby release all companies, schools, or persons from all liability for any damage for issuing this information. I understand that the City may request a copy of my driver's license. I have the right to request that the City completely and accurately disclose to me the contents of any investigation or reports upon request to the Office of the City Clerk. I further understand all information provided becomes a matter of public record. CERTIFICATION: I understand that falsification, omission, misleading statements, or misrepresentation is cause for rejection of this application. I understand that this application is a Public Record and is subject to the provisions of Florida Statutes Chapter 119. Page 3 of 4 FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I am required to complete and file a State of Florida Financial Disclosure Form 1 upon my appointment, annually, and a Financial Disclosure Form 1-Final upon my resignation/sunset of term. I further understand that I will be required to attend at least four hours of training in Ethics Law, Open Public Meetings/Sunshine Law, and Public Records Law training annually. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, I will comply with all State Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and State Constitution regarding public records, records retention, public record requests, and the open public meeting requirements (Sunshine Law). I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understand each of the above statements. Signature of Applicant: Date:'rG� IV --copy of Voter Registration Card attached ❑Other covered jobs include current or former, their spouse, and children: correctional and correctional probation officers; juvenile probation officers, supervisors, detention superintendents and assistants; Department of Juvenile Justice: detention officers I and il, detention office supervisors, residential officers, residential officer supervisors I and II, counselors and supervisors, human services counselor administrators, senior human services counselor administrators, rehabilitation therapists, and social services counselors; certain personnel of: the Department of Children and Families; the Department of Health; the Department of Financial Services; and the Department of Revenue or local governments whose responsibilities include revenue collection and enforcement or child support enforcement; investigators or inspectors of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; the Office of the Inspector General or internal audit department; justices of the Supreme Court; judges of the district court of appeals, circuit court, and county court; general and special magistrates, judges of compensation claims, administrative law judges of the Divisions of Administrative Hearings, and child support enforcement hearing officers; state attorneys and assistants, statewide prosecutors and assistants; public defenders and assistants, criminal conflict and civil regional counsel and assistants; guardians ad litem; human resource, labor relations, or employee relations directors and assistants, managers or assistant managers of any local government agency or water management district whose duties include hiring and firing employees, labor contract negotiations, administration, or other personnel -related duties; tax collectors; certain impaired practitioners and consultants; [see ' 119.071, Florida Statues]. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION BY JULY 20, 2018, TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 Page 4 of 4 �w (Not for identification at the polls) YOUR NAME AND RESIDENCE ADDRESS: GEORGANNA K KIRK 1901 SW 7TH AVE YOUWILLVOTEAT: OKEECHOBEE FL 34974 PRECINCT NO. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ROC 06 310 SW 5TH AVE DATE OF BIRTH REGISTRATION DATE PARTY FLORIDA VOTER REGISTRATION NUMBER 1f ec/0 /1.961-Nov/ /1-99n2 J� _� N 17 26 55 4 1 Oke Cty SEE BACK OF CARD FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION PRIOR TO ELECTION DAY. cMEMORANDUM To: Mayor and City Council Members From: Marcos Montes De Oca, Administrator Subject: Vacant City Council Applications Date: July 30, 2018 Attached are the applications submitted for the vacant City Council position for your review. They are as follows: 1. John Wesley Abney, Jr. 2. Ted Denisuk 3. Robert John Jarriel, Sr. Z 4. Robert Michael Keefe, Jr. 5. Geq anna iKirk IX) �L �-- Ip � � /MEMORANDUM Dui To: Mayor and City Council Members From: Marcos Montes De Oca, Administrator Subject: Vacant City Council Applications Date: July 30, 2018 Attached are the applications submitted for the vacant City Council position for your review. They are as follows: 1. John Wesley Abney, Jr. 2. Ted Denisuk 3. Robert John Jarriel, Sr. 4. Robert Michael Keefe, Jr. 5. Georganna Kirk 1. vvVV V-10 > l C 2 Ja4ky 1)04 T. tlr�p�'o �JrJ4 5,?v'�✓''G�' �� � � r �S-I- � U�c ,� �f by K�,cF- jf4 Pottn� I,'�c�t<<�� FAI I qbw\da ti���� ��� =h� ound 1 #►PicK #a pick #3AcX %f" -2 irk- -1 a - _ Abnol-q fob - I Kirk-2- r1r -1- pg*ics TO: Mayor Watford MEMORANDUM DATE: Exh1h1f#9 �,Sfrbuhcd 7'0 a arat�oieeflr� f�u�usF 7� ZalB August 7, 2018 FROM:. City Clerk Gamiotea'� SUBJECT: Content required for 8/7/18 Agenda, Item Item K The motion for the appointment of the City Council Member needs to address: Appointment to begin August 21, 2018, upon taking the Oath of Office of Council Member, to serve until January 4, 2021, or until their successor is elected and qualified. Thank you. Exhibit 10 Aug 7, 2018 MEMORANDUM To: Marcos Montes De Oca, Administrator From: Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor Subject: August 7, 2018 City Council Additional Agenda Item Date: August 6, 2018 Please add the following item to the August 7, 2018 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda: NEW BUSINESS B.1. Discuss the Okeechobee County Economic Strategic Plan — William Fruth (Exhibit 10). CITY OF OIZEECHOBEE (863) 763-3372- FAX (863) 763-1686 AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM PLEASE SUBMIT COMPLETED FORM TO: CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE 55 SE 3RD AVENUE OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 NAME: 14, 1F R u T H ADDRESS: 'POL,1 C O M C6tzp0 a r4T10 A) 140 Sou t MRT1N 90was Bzv if'275 P14LM% C r r� 349q O TELEPHONE: 71 gPl - ,5's FAX: MEETING: REGULAR SPECIAL ❑ WORKSHOP ❑ DATE: _Q' 7--1 PLEASE STATE THE ITEM YOU WISH TO HAVE PLACED ON THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: --AtScussron� _ 2Le� AAD1Nct 7-00. AcOu *%t c PLE ASE STA TE W HA T D EPA RTM ENT (S) YO U H AVE WO RKE D W ITH: PLEASE STATE DESIRED ACTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL: --- ---fin o�------- ---- --- PLEASE SUMMARIZE PERTINENT INFORMATION CONCERNING YOUR REQUEST AND ATTACH APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS: ----------------I 7rJ*cj BD- ___-c api ter_ SIGNED BY: DATE: 8 / ^ I POLICOM CORPORATION Economic Analysis Everyone Understands www.policom.com Summary Economic Analysis August 1, 2018 Okeechobee County, FL Also known as the Okeechobee Micropolitan Statistical Area The following is a brief summary of the condition of the Okeechobee County, FL economy. The summary is not intended to represent a comprehensive analysis of the area, but to only provide a general review of key components. POLICOM analyzes a local economy from the perspective of how the economy influences the "economic quality of life" of the people who live and work in the area. The major components of the economy are presented visually in this review. After reviewing the charts and graphs, you may draw your own conclusions regarding the condition of the economy. For questions regarding this summary, please contact POLICOM Corporation. Sincerely, 1410 #F�- William H. Fruth President 2740 SW Martin Downs Blvd. #279, Palm City, FL 34990 - fruth@policom.com-772-781-5559 Comparative Rankings Annually POLICOM Corporation ranks all Metropolitan and Micropolitan areas for "economic strength" which is the long-term tendency for an area to consistently grow in size and quality.' Okeechobee County, FL is also known as the Okeechobee Micropolitan Statistical Area. The following chart provides the rankings for the Okeechobee Micropolitan Statistical Area for the last ten years. Economic Strength Rankings Okeechobee, FL (McrSA) 550 Micropolitan Areas 2018 449 2017 436 2016 367 2015 345 2014 383 2013 442 2012 397 2011 393 2010 423 2009 436 The average annual percentage increase was calculated for three time periods, the "Last 5 Years" (2011-2016), the "Last 10 Years" (2007 to 2016), and the "Previous Ten Years" (1997 to 2006). The actual data for 2016 and 2006 is also determined and ranked. The following chart shows how Okeechobee County, FL ranked for each issue among the 550 Micropolitan Areas . Okeechobee County, FL Last Last Previous Growth Ranking 5 Years 10 Years 10 Years 550 Micropolitan Areas 2011-2016 2007-2016 1997-2006 Population 112 246 38 Employment 88 188 67 Earnings 69 240 107 Annual Wages 92 327 228 Number of NF Proprietors 244 377 64 Per Capita Personal Income 250 453 332 Per Capita Government Transfers 442 184 548 Actual Amount 550 Micropolitan Areas 2016 Rank 2006 Rank Population 40,314 307 39,668 308 Annual Wages 39,736 401 33,291 393 Per Capita Personal Income 29,106 531 23,193 515 Per Capita Government Transfers 9.694 268 5,860 306 Per Capita Medicare 3,019 39 1,889 56 Per Capita Retire Trans 8,697 276 5,251 296 Per Capita Welfare - Actual 967 164 556 254 Per Capita Medicaid 1,421 394 805 424 For the methodology and the rankings for all areas, go to: www.policom.com 2740 SW Martin Downs Blvd. #279, Palm City, FL 34990 - fruth@policom.com-772-781-5559 Primary Industries Local economies grow and expand, contract and decline in direct proportion to the amount of money being imported to the area. Money is imported to an area typically by way of the "primary" industries, those which sell their goods or services outside of the area. Additionally, government entitlements which are in excess of taxes extracted are net contributors of money to an area. Typically strong economies have multiple primary industries. The following graph is an estimate of the sources of money entering Okeechobee County, FL. Employment The following shows the total employment for the ten largest industrial sectors from 2001 through 2016.2 z All employment and earnings data: Regional Economic Information System, Bureau of Economic Analysis. 2016 is the most recent year available. 2740 SW Martin Downs Blvd. #279, Palm City, FL 34990 -fruth@policom.com -772-781-5559 Growth in Size and Quality There are several means to measure the growth in the size of a local economy. One of these is employment. The average annual increase in Total Employment was calculated and "factored" and is compared to the annual growth rates of the ten strongest and ten weakest Micropolitan Areas.3 The principal cause for the growth in employment over the last thirty years has been population growth, principally retirement age individuals. When individuals stopped moving to the county beginning in 2008, job growth stalled. The county lost population for five of the past seven years. The following chart compares the relative growth in Population of Okeechobee County to the ten strongest and ten weakest Micropolitan Areas. e For a list of the ten strongest and weakest areas, go to www.policom.com. 2740 SW Martin Downs Blvd. #279, Palm City, FL 34990 -fruth@policom.com -772-781-5559 The amount of money earned each year determines the "economic quality of life" for individuals and households. There are several means to measure the growth in the quality of a local economy. One of these is to compare the average annual earnings (wages) of an area to the average for the nation. Since the cost of living varies greatly among communities throughout the United States, it is not necessary for an area to be at or above the national average. If the line goes up, it is good, if the line goes down, not so much. Another indicator of the condition of a local economy is the percentage Government Transfers (entitlements) are of Total Personal Income. Government Transfers include Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and various social welfare programs. It is a characteristic of strong economies to have little dependence on Government Transfers while weak economies have become dependent upon them. The graph compares the percentage Government Transfers are of the Total Personal Income for Okeechobee County, FL compared to the average of the ten strongest and ten weakest Micropolitan areas. 2740 SW Martin Downs Blvd. #279, Palm City, FL 34990 - fruth@policom.com-772-781-5559 Commuting A contained economy is one in which a preponderance of the people live and work, earn and spend. Commuting patterns between and among counties define the geography of a local economy. For the most part if 75% of the people who live in a county work in the county and if 75% of the people who work in a county live in the county, then the county has a relatively "contained" economy. Counties with commuting greater than these percentages are joined economically to the counties from which workers are coming from or going to. The following graphs provide the "worker flow" for Okeechobee County, FL as provided by the Bureau of Census based upon data collected by the American Community Survey, circa 2014. Live In Okeechobee County, FL Work In 5% r4% 4% 2% 799,,461% i Okeechobee County Palm Beach County i Martin County St. Lucie County .I Highlands County Orange County Residential Building Permits Work In Okeechobee County, FL live In r... - r5% 4% 2% 1% 1% i Okeechobee County Glades County i St. Lucie County Highlands County M Palm Beach County Martin County Beginning in late 2003 an anomalous residential construction boom occurred in the United States which was caused by providing mortgage financing to individuals incapable of repayment. The entire marketplace began to collapse in late 2006. The following graph shows the reported residential building permits (US Bureau of Census) issued in Okeechobee County, FL from 1990 through 2017. 2740 SW Martin Downs Blvd. #279, Palm City, FL 34990 -fruth@policom.com -772-781-5559 EECHOBEE NEWS Vol. 109 No. 95 Friday, August 10, 2018 500 plus tax Back to school bus safety tips ... Page 2 Arrest report ... Page 7 IRSC hosts coding camp for students ... Page 9 Okeechobee County Commission candidates meet in forum ... Page 12 Lake Levels 14.45 feet Last Year:13.03 feet ,Vo ored By: Pogeu's FaWlyRestaurant 59 S. Parrott Ave. 763-7222 Source. South Florida Water Management District. Depth given' in feet above sea level See page 4 for information about how to contact this newspaper. okeechoheenews.net Fne Spence FreeAAs e'"16510-"00024"" s from left to right, Marion Heddesheimer, Angle Griffin, Brldgette Waldau and Jonathan Holt. Florida Main Street Awards honor Okeechobee Special to the Okeechobee News Secretary of State Ken Detzner an- nounced the winners of the 2018 Florida Main Street Awards. This annual awards program showcases the innovative practices and projects that make each historic com- munity successful. 'Rvo award categories were presented, including the Honor Awards, which high- light the very "best of the best" Main Street communities, and the Merit Awards, which recognize outstanding examples of redevel- opment and leadership. "1 am proud to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the Main Street or- ganizations, team members, local govern- ments and associates that help make the Florida Main Street program so effective," said Secretary Detzner. "Their dedication to Main Street programs across the state is essential to the historic preservation and economic revitalization of Florida's down- towns." See AWARDS — Page 5 Blue-green algae back on upswing Bloom expands after shrinking, in about 30 percent of lake now By Katrina Elsken Okeechobee News Satellite images show cyanobacteria in about 30 percent of Lake Okeechobee. Images acquired on Monday, Aug. 6, are partly obscured by clouds on the eastern side of the lake, according to Dr. Sachi Misfits of the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, with the National Oceanic and At- mospheric Administration. "Blooms are clearly visible in the lake center. Wherever the satellite can see through the clear sky, we estimate the bloom to be covering 165 square miles, or about 30 percent of the lake sur- face area," Dr. Mishra explained. The imagery is not a photo of the lake as the human eye would see it. The satellite uses wave- lengths of light the human eye cannot detect, and a computer collates the data collected to generate the imagery showing concentrations of cyanobac- See ALGAE — Page 5 Engagement at City Council meeting By Matteo IVII10 Okeechobee News The Okeechobee City Council's regular meet- ing Tuesday, Aug.'7, became somewhat irregular m a fashion that will not soon be replicated or forgotten. Members of the council, the five who had applied to be appointed to a council vacancy, personnel from the Okeechobee Police and Fire departments, City Hall staff, close friends and fam- ily members witnessed an engagement proposal by Okeechobee City Administrator Marcos Man- tes De Oca to Patty Orozco. Mayor Dowling R. Watford Jr. addressed the audience, saying, "This will certainly be a historic meeting," before the invocation was read by Pas- tor Cary McKee and the Pledge of Allegiance was See SHE SAID YES — Page 5 e When it comes to major NOT M� 'Board Certified • Over 36Years Experience Steve accidents in Okeechobee, this is m { HoskLaw.com Located on 3rd Street Hoskins ''°R�`"� 357-5800 FIRST RODEO■ across from the courthouse Civil Trial INJURYATTORNEY August 10, 2018 4;9keechobee News 5 A i rt ence could have been du lems with Cyanobacteria, commonly called "blue- IilJU the satellite imaging system, which can be green algae," is not technically algae. While `{ Continued From 1 muted by wind and clouds. see an both cyanobacteria and algae derive their Page y algal energy through photosynthesis, cyanobacte- bloom on the surface does not mean it is not ria lack a nucleus. 7. teria in the water column. there, Dr. Havens noted. Since June, NOAA.images have shown Cyanobacterla can rise and fall in the About the Images P " the cyanobacteria increasing to 90 percent water column, but otherwise it is moved by The NOAA imagery uses data from Senti• of Lake. Okeechobee's area, then dropping wind action and the flow of water. nel-3a, part of the European Union's Coper- n. to 10 percent, then spreading again to 40 According to NOAA, the satellite imagery nicus program, built by the European Space a percent, before dropping back to 17 percent cannot determine what kind of cyanobacte Agency (ESA) and operated by EUMETSAT and now expanding to about 30 percent. ria is present. It does not show whether tox- CEU Meteorological Satellite office). It was Without more testing, scientists can't be ins are present. launched in 20116; data became available in 4 sure what is happening, according to Dr. There are thousands of species of cyano- 2017. A matching satellite Sentinel-3b was ` Karl Havens of Florida Sea Grant. It is pos bacteria, and about a dozen have been doc- launched in April, and should start providing sible, Dr. Havens explained, that the original umented in Lake Okeechobee. Some cyano- routine data in 2019. Microtystis aeruginosa bloom might have bacteria can produce toxins; some do noL The satellite looks at the amount of light consumed all of the available nitrogen in the Even cyanobacteria capable of producing in man wavelengths,k To detect anobac- lake water, and then died off, illustrated by toxins do not always do so. ycY pecial to the keechobee News the decrease from 90 percent in the July 2 Florida Department of Environmental teria, they use several wavelengths of red The Aug. 6 NOAA image shows the image to 10 percent in the July 22 image. Protection has sampled cyanobacteriainthe and near -infrared light (this infrared detects algae bloom is in about 30 percent of Another type of cyanobacteria — one lake this summer, responding to reports of brightness, not temperature). For water, Lake Okeechobee. that can "fix" nitrogen from the atmosphere, blooms. The sampling process is sporadic, only the light from the upper 1-3 feet is mea- might be reproducing now, illustrated by the as a bloom may move or disappear before sured. The differences between these bands increase in the cyanobacteria in the images the researchers can get there to sample it. detect pigments that are characteristic to cy < s taken on July 25, July 26 and July 29. The most recent samples were taken July anobacteria. 10 10 10 While Microcystis cannot "fix" nitrogen 23. Red means high concentration, followed Cyanobacteria Abundance (cellsml) from the atmosphere, other cyanobacteria So far this summer, Microcystis aerugi- by orange, yellow, green, then blue. Black is ers the area of a football stadium. known to be present in Lake Okeechobee, nosa has been dominate in the blooms that "not detectable," concentrations too low to The cyanobacterla in Lake Okeechobee such as Anabaena, can use nitrogen from had a dominant taxon. Some are listed as see or be a risk. tends to float up in early day, and sink in the air, and thus are not limited by the nitro- "mixed algae with no dominant taxon." All The satellite can see details the human late day. If winds are light or calm, it may gen available in the water. of the tests on Lake Okeechobee this sum- eye cannot see, so it can see high concen- The Aug. 2 image appeared to show that mer either had no toxins, or microcystin lev- trations even when there is not a scum on form a scum. As wind picks up, it prevents second bloom - whether it was a resur- els below 10 micrograms per liter, the level the surface. scum formation, and strong winds can mix gene of the original bloom or a different the World Health Organization deems safe From a boat, a person can only see about the bloom down into the water, so it is less one — was decreasing. However, the differ- for recreational contact. 20 yards around, while a satellite pixel cov- visible. SHE SAID YES Onlookers then watched as the two em- braced one another in a loving, cherishing Continued From Page 1 manner, before Administrator Monies De Oca got to his feel and said, "I got ayes, for the record!" recited. Mayor Watford addressed everyone Administrator Monies De Oca stated to shortly after Ms. Orozco's accepting. "1 the crowd: "1'm going to go ahead and Tess would like to say, Mayor (James) Kirk has up and let everyone know, 1 did not get an always said this was a city family. Marcos, I award. I'm not that cool." A ripple of laugh- hope you know how much we appreciate ter spread through the council chamber. what you have done for the city. In that spirit, "To everyone that did participate in my little the chair will entertain a motion to say con - ruse, I'm sorry, but what I want to do.." he gratulation to Administrator Monies De Oca said, before stepping from behind his seat and Patty Orozco on their engagement and to approach Ms. Orozco, then got down on best wishes for a happily -ever -after life! Do 1 one knee and presented to her a diamond have a mollon?!" ring in hopes of her accepting his engage- The motion was quickly made, second- ment proposal. ed and, with no discussion whatsoever, ap- (Mr. Monies De Oca had formulated a proved by all members of the council when plan to receive a fake award and was able they said "Aye!" in unison. Mayor Watford to keep the engagement proposal a secret then said, "That is absolutely the best mo- with the cooperation of his co-workers and tion I've ever heard in a City Council meeting friends.) in my years up here!" AWARDS Continued From Page 1 7Wenty honor and merit awards were presented on Tuesday, Aug. 1, at the Flon da Main Street Annual Conference in Vero Beach. Okeechobee Main Street won a top Honor Award for Outstanding Florida Main Street Image Campaign for its image re - branding. Arts & Culture Alliance Director Bridgette Waldau redesigned Okeechobee Main Street's 13 year -old logo and created a look that is fresher and cleaner. The logo elements are used in all Main Street events' logo, so the new branding is represented in all they do. Okeechobee Main Street also won two merit awards for Public/Private Partnership with the City of Okeechobee for beautifying Park Street mediums and Sign/Display Proj- ect for their new downtown street banners. Bridgette Waldau represented Okeechobee Main Street during the confer- ence as a speaker on "Using the Arts to Build Better Communities," alongside Florida Di- vision of Cultural Affairs Director Hillary Crawford and Arts Council of Martin County Director Nancy Turrell. Executive Director Jonathan Holt attend- ed the three-day conference; President Angie Griffin, Ms. Waldau and Vice President Mar- ion Heddesheimer were also in attendance at Tuesday's sessions and the awards dinner. Mayor Watford then extended his con- gratulations to Miss Orozco, asked whether she wished to speak and then took notice of the ring Administrator Monies De Oca had presented to her. He couldn't resist a little humor, saying: "Oh,1 can see that ring from here —wowl Boy, do we pay him that much?I" Administrator Monies De Oca said in re- sponse, "The joke has been that it's called 'My boat'! 1 really do appreciate all of you showing up tonight." After taking care of several business items following the happy occasion, the council's final action was the appointment of John Wesley Abney Jr. as anew council member. Mayor Watford stated to all the hopefuls: "This was an extremely difficult decision for us to make. I hope it isn't taken too person- ally if you were not selected." The individ- uals who applied but were not chosen are Ted Denisuk, Robert John Jarriel Sr., Robert Michael Keefe Jr. and Georganna Kirk. Mr. Abney replaces former Councilman Michael O'Connor, who resigned his seat on June 1 for personal reason. Special to the Okeechobee News City Executive Assistant Robin Brock was able to catch this photo of Patty Oroz- co's reaction to City Administrator Marcos Monies De Oca's marriage proposal at the onset of Tuesday's unusual City Council meeting. I T� Vol. 109 No. 96 Sunday, August 12, 20IS 7510 pins tax Reflections from f Company presents economic snapshot to city the Pulpit l ... Page 4 Lewd act leads to extortion ... Page 5 Meet OPD clerk Jeanna Kovac ... Page 10 Livestock Market Report ... Page 11 Glades gets new hotel and ... Page 16 Lake Levels 14,45 feet Last Year: 13.50 feet Sponsored By: ` Pogefi sF—VRestainurrt 59 S. Parrott Ave. 763-7222 Source: South Florida Water Management &-id. Depth,giuen in feet abode sea level See page 4 for information about how to contact this newspaper. ®�ifr;���®� �B6a�NniSAOt By Matteo TuMo Okeechobee News A highlight of the Okeechobee City Council's regular meeting Tuesday, besides the marriage proposal that ended in the city administra- tor's engagement, was a discussion about the Okeechobee County Economic Strategic Plan. Tine council talked about the county's Eco- nomic Strategic Plan with William Fruth of POL- ICOM Corp., who presented a summary of the condition of Okeechobee County's economy on behalf of the Palm City company. POLICOM analyzes a local economy from the perspective of how the economy influences the "economic quality of life" of the people wino live and work there. Annually, POLIOOM Corp. ranks all met- ropolitan and inicropolitan areas for "economic strength," which is the long-term tendency for an area to consistently grow in size and quality. A chart depicting the "Economic Strength Rankings" of the past 10 years was provided in the packet. According to POLICObt's meth- odology and rankings, of the 550 micropolitan areas in the United States, the highest rank Okeechobee County achieved was in 2015 at 345/550, or just outside the bottom thud. In fact, over the last 10 years the average rank has been at 407/550. The packet given the council stated that the principal cause for the growth in employment over the past 30 years has been population growth, principally retirement -age individuals. When people stopped moving to the county be- ginning in 2008, job growth stalled. The coun- ty has lost population in five of the past seven years. The amount of money earned each year de- termines the "economic quality of life" — men- tioned earlier— for individuals and households. Random act shows community kindness Sheriff Noel E. Stephen presents David Daniel with an Okeechobee County Sher- lff's Office Just -Us Citation Random Acts of Kindness Award. This award recognizes youth within our community who demon- strate an act of bravery, 391flessness or notable deed for the betterment of another. On May 30, 2019, 16-year old David and his mother. Paula, were fishing on lake Okeechobee in the Moonshine Say area when they saw two Sea -Dons. The area where they were was somewhere you normally wouldn't see people riding Sea- Doos. There were four people on the wa- tercraft, who told David that they were lost, and one of the Sea -coos had a hole in it and was taking on water. David knew he had to help these people. He assisted two occupants In boarding his boat and told the other two on the Sea-Doo to follow him to Harney Pond, to get fuel and make ar- rangements for the sinking Sea-Doo. On the way In, a typical summer thunder- Special to cue Okeechobee News storm came upon them and made the navigation back to the ramp very difficult for both vessels. David managed to stay calm and get everyone back to the boat ramp safely. David was nominated for this award by Captain Shannon Peterson, who stated, "Due to David's calm and rational behavior at his age, we want to recognize and nominate him for the Just -Us Citation Award." There are several means to measure the growth in the quality of a local economy. One is to com- pare the average annual earnings (wages) of an area to the average for the cation. Since the cost of living varies greatly among communities throughout the U.S., it is not necessary for an area to be at or above the national average. In the graph, if the One goes up, it's good; if the line goes down, not so much. POLICOM's line graph shows that not only has Okeechobee County been on a steady decline since 1990 and cur- rently drastically lower than the national average for a strong miaopolitan economy, but it is just slightly above, almost on par with, a weak mic- ropolitan area's economy in the realm of wages. Another indicator of local economic condi- tion is the percentage that 'government trans - See CITY —Page 3 Runaway growth is threateMng water supply By Katrina Elsken > Okeechobee News Urban develop- ment north of Lake Okeechobee increas- es runoff and nutrient kads into the water- ways that flow into the lake. Left unchecked, that problem could increase dramatically in the future, accord- ing to a study by the University of Florida's Geoplan Center, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and 1000 Friends of Florida. 'If we continue to develop land the way we do now, more than a third of the state will be paved over by 2070,"said Ryan Smart, president of 1000 Friends of Florida. The OF Geoplan Center, the Florida De- partment of Agriculture and Consumer Ser- vices and 1000 Friends of Florida partnered See WATER — Page 3 Savannuh se,.," -aannv-sfonasnasbnon -e,PkarLrroXk.Yb.04.1onahlr' _ neanmo coder a camiortamo �r [�� 467-_ for nnariv as 4naP3 i545 - - .. - rCaocr,>1rrrW -,-• 1xwn:0ua:ityACo!cea.con � [IUGANIiRO August 12, 2018 Okeechobee News 3 • The council was first presented with an CITY updated status regarding the Hurricane Irma FEMA Transition Recovery Emergency Mea- CDntinued From Page 1 sures Project by lefferson Mason. City Ad- ministrator Montes De Oca said that the city is fers" (entitlements; Social Security Medicare, currently "awaiting distribution from FEMA " Medicaid, etc) are of total personal income. It • The council approved an addendum is a characteristic of strbug economies to have to the contract for medical services with little dependence on government transfers Treasure Coast Medical Association Inc The while weak economies have become depen- addendum allows for a tens of coverage to dent upon them. As the line graph depicted, begin Oct. 1, 2018, and terminate on Sept. 30, Okeechobee County's figure (approximately 2020. 34 percent) aligns with that of govemment • The council approved atemporarystreet transfers for a weak micrepolitan economy closing application that was submitted by (about 38 percent) compared to a strong mic- Okeechobee Main Street for the 2018 labor ropolitan economy (around 15 percent). Day Festival. The closed areas will be the 200, City Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca 300 and 400 blocks of Southwest Park Street said, "POLICOM made several specific points between Southwest Second, Third and Fourth to the economic development state we are Avenues between North and South Park in, and I am hopeful that we can grow as a Streets; also, the 200 and 300 blocks of South - community utilizing some of this upcoming west Park Street will be closed on Friday, Aug. board's strategies.- 31, at 5 p.m., continuing through Monday, In business actions at Tuesday's meeting: Sept. 3, at midnight. The labor Day Parade WATER Continued From Page i on developing a series of Geographic Infor- mation System -based state and regional maps to find out what will happen if current growth and development trends continue. What will Florida look like in 2070? The states population, estimated at 18.8 million in 2010, is expected to grow to 33.7 million by 2070. Demand for water will double. Already there are existing water supply shortfalls in some areas of the state Promot- ing more compact development and signifi- cantly increasing water conservation efforts is essential if Florida is to accommodate 15 million more residents, maintain agricultural productivity and protect natural systems in 2070," the report on the study states. The study offers an alternative to the cur- rent runaway growth palters. It promotes more compact development patterns, with more land preserved as agricultural using conservation easements, and more protected natural lards. "if we promote more compact develop- ment patters and increase protected natural lands, we will save 1.8 million aces of land from development and conserve an addition- al 5.8 million[ acres of natural and agricultural land. Protecting natural lands identified on current Florida Forever and Greenways Pri- orities I and 2 lists will result in the perma- nent protection of dose to half of the states land. By protecting these lands and promot- ing more compact development, close to a quarter of the state's lands will remain in ag- ricultural production. With either 2070 devel- opment scenario, lands used for timber and mining will be most significantly impacted," the report states. Strategies proposed in the alternative growth plan are: Protect vital conservation, agricultural and other working lands like those on the Florida Forever and Florida Greenways lists; • Support funding for greernvays and cor- ridors that protect wildlife habitat and provide recreational opportunities; " Establish incentives and increase funding to help landowners conserve important agri- cultural lands and other working landscapes; • Work to significantly lessen the impact of new development on Florida's lands and waters; • Support infill and redevelopment in a manner that is sensitive to existing commu- nities; • When new areas are developed, give pri- ority to those areas near existing communities and infrastructure; • Promote a mature of homes, shops, schools and offices within close proximity; • Include a range of housing choices to ensure affordability; • Design communities for multiple trans- portation options, including walling, bicy- cling and public transportation; and " Protect significant historic and nattul resources within communities. Waterconservation is key to preventing fu- ture water shortages, the report explains. "The single most effective strategy to re- duce water demand in Florida is for hdkvid- uals to significantly reduce the amount of water used for landscape irrigation. Not only does this conserve water, but it also will result in savings to homeowners through reduced water bills. Additionally, if enough people conserve water, community infrastructure costs associated with supplying water and addressing sewage and stormwater can be significantly reduced, resulting in tax savings. Increasing public and personal conservation efforts is essential," it slates. About the project partners Established in 1984, Geoplan is a mub tidisciplinnary GIS laboratory located in the University of Florida's School of Landscape Architecture and Planning, College of Design, Construction and Planning. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services supports and promotes Florida agriculture, protects the environment and safeguards consumers. The group 1000 Friends of Florida is a not -for -profit smart growth advocacy orga- nization. Is mission: "We promote vibrant, sustainable, walkable, livable communities which provide residents with affordable hous- ing choices and transportation alternatives. We work to protect natural lands that cleanse and store fresh water needed for residents, agriculture and the environment, provide ref- uge for wildlife, and support abundant recre- ational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. Above all, we strive to give citizens a meaningful role in shaping the futures of their communities and state." will be Saturday. All proceeds from this event will go to the operations and continuing ef- forts of Okeechobee Main Street to enhance the downtown area as the heartbeat of the community, " The council also approved amending the contract awarded to Painting and Pressure Cleaning by Big Lake LLC,for the project of pressure washing and painting City Hall, the Fire Department and the Records Retention Building. The contract amendmentwaives the performance bond requirement in addition to amending and clarifying the workers com- pensation and liability requirement to specify that Big Lake may operate under the Florida workers compensation exemption law, or outside workers must be hired through an agency with workers compensation. • The council additionally granted a re- quest for a 21-day extension for the Police Department roof replacement project. A memorandum from Public Works Director David Allen to City Administrator Montes De Oca said there has been a change in the spec- ifications because the contractor determined that the deck of the roof is metal rather than plywood as anticipated. Slight changes are needed for fastener size, felt and granulate, he said. The contractor requested the extension because the new specifications need to be approved by the manufacturer to assure that the 15-year warranty is valid. Given the poten- tial for rain delays, Mr. Allen's department re- quested that the contract completion date be extended by 60 days to account for any other possible delays, with a contract ending date of OcL 26. • A contract for $35,865 was granted to bidder Boromei Construction for a project to replace doors in City Hall. • Purchase and installation of a new gas f.� Denise Ricketts MD pump was approved for the public works facility. The new pump was purchased from Glasgow Equipment Service Inc for $15,775. • The council also approved a motion to dispose of obsolete and surplus equipment deemed to no longer be needed by city staff. Items to be sold include obsolete or broken equipment, surplus furniture, computers and other office equipment. Disposal of the items will be made by placing the items on the Go- vdeals.com auction website. All items will be sold as is and will be the purchaser's re- sponsibility to pick up from the public works facility. • A contract was awarded to bidder Ten-8 Fire Fmlinmeni to mhuild the motor on the Fire Department's ladder truck for $31,574.9J:j' Roofing with the name you tr ff ROOFING _` REIRS Residential P Commercial � t ii— d ard 4uumd St Lc 00004a 39 Don't make a Mistake! 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