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2019-04-02eF�or�` CITY OF OKEECHOBEE APRIL 2, 2019, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING o 55 SE3Ro AVENUECGUNCIL CHAMBERS BKEECH®BEE, FL 34974 - SUMMARY OF COUNCIL ACTION PAGE 1 OF 17 II AGENDA II COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE II CALL TO ORDER - Mayor April 2, 2019, City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00 P.M. OPENING CEREMONIES Invocation; Pledge of Allegiance to be led by Mayor Watford. III. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Council Member Wes Abney Council Member Monica M. Clark Council Member Bob Jarriel Council Member Bobby Keefe City Attorney John R. Cook City Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca City Clerk Lane Gamiotea Deputy City Clerk Bobbie Jenkins Fire Chief Herb Smith Police Chief Bob Peterson Public Works Director David Allen 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. Mayor Watford called the April 2, 2019, Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. The invocation was offered by Associate Pastor Dawson of the First United Methodist Church; the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Watford. City Clerk Gamiotea called the roll: Present Present Present Present Present Absent (with consent) Present Present Present Present (entered the Chambers at 6:31 P.M.) Captain Rodriguez was in attendance Present Present Finance Director Riedel's attendance was noted for the record Mayor Watford asked whether there were any requests for the addition, deferral, or withdrawal of items on today's agenda. Proclamations and Presentations Item V.D. was withdrawn; New Business Item VIII.I., Exhibit 8 was added; and additional pages to Exhibit 5 were distributed to include Mr. William Ward's citizen board application. Mayor Watford opened the floor for public comment on matters not on the agenda; there were none. 455 456 APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 2 OF 17 AGENDA V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS A. Present a Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Dallon Boyd for his service as a Trustee on the Police Officers' Pension Fund Board. D. Proclaim the week of April 7 through 13, 2019, as "Crime Victims' Rights Week.,' COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Mayor Watford presented Mr. Dallon Boyd with a Certificate of Appreciation 1. that read as follows: "The City of Okeech ,bee recognizes the Valuable Contribution of Community Involvement and Hereby Extends this Expression of Grateful Appreciation to Dallon Boyd for Faithful Service as a Dedicated Member Appointed to the Police Officers' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees February 21, 2013 to March 12, 2019." Mr. Boyd recently moved to another County; this appointment requires City residency. April 7 through 13, 2019, was proclaimed as Crime Victims' Rights Week; Mayor Watford presented the proclamation to Ms. Marie Figueroa, Victim Advocate for the State Attorney's Office. The Proclamation was read into the record as follows: "Whereas, in 1932, the President's Task Force on Victims of Crime envisioned a national commitment to a more equitable and supportive response to victims; and Whereas, this commemorative week celebrates the energy, perseverance and commitment that launched the victims' rights movement, inspired its progress, and continues to advance the cause of justice for crime victims; and Whereas, crime can leave a lasting impact on any person, regardless of age, national origin, race, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, immigration, or economic status; and Whereas, incorporating communities' existing experts and trusted sources of support into efforts to fully serve survivors will develop a criminal justice system response that is truly accessible and appropriate for all victims of crime; and Whereas, with the unwavering support of their communities and victim service providers behind them, survivors will be empowered to face their grief, loss, fear, anger, and hope without fear of judgment, and will feel understood, heard, and respected; and Whereas, serving victims and rebuilding their trust restores hope to victims and survivors, as well as supports thriving communities; and Whereas, engaging a broader array of healthcare providers, community leaders, faith organizations, educators and businesses can provide new links between victims and services that improve their safety, healing, and access to justice; and Whereas, honoring the rights of victims, including the rights to be heard and to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect, and working to meet their needs rebuilds their trust in the criminal justice and social service systems; and Whereas, National Crime Victims' Rights Week provides an opportunity to recommit to ensuring that all victims of crime - especially those who are challenging io reach or serve -. are offered culturally and linguistically accessible and appropriate services in the aftermath of crime; and Whereas, the City of Okeechobee is hereby dedicated to strengthening victims and survivors in the aftermath of crime, building resilience in our communities and our victim responders, and working for a Netter future for all victims and survivors. Now; Therefore, 1, Dowling R.. Watford, Jr., by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 7 through 13, 2019 as Crime Victims' Rights Week." APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 3 OF 17_ 457 AGENDA V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS CONTINUED C. Proclaim April 2, 2019, as "National Service Recognition Day." 0. Present Certificates of Outstanding Service for assisting Veterans in need. L, Recognize Fire Chief Herb Smith for placing First and Police Sergeant Aurelio Almazan for placing Second in the First Responders portion of the Demolition Derby a the Okeechobee County Fair. Present a ResoIU IOn 'io iviayor Dovding Watford from the Florida League of Cities for Thirty -Five years of service to the City of Okeechobee. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Mayor Watford proclaimed April 2, 2019, as National Service Recognition Day and presented a Proclamation to Ms. Jenna Taylor, Program Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and Mrs. Shirley, a program volunteer. The Proclamation was read into the record as follows: "Whereas, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our challenges; and Whereas, the nation's elected leaders are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective strategy to meet their needs; and Whereas, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants address the most pressing challenges facing our communities; they educate students for 21st century jobs, fight the opioid epidemic, respond to natural disasters, and support Veterans and military families; and Whereas, national service expands economic opportunity by creating more sustainable, resilient communities and providing education, career skills, and leadership abilities for those who serve; and Whereas, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants serve in more than 50,000 locations across the country, bolstering the civic, neighborhood, and faith -based organizations that are so vital to our economic and social well-being; and Whereas, national service participants increase the impact of the organizations they serve, both through their direct service and by managing millions of additional volunteers; and Whereas, national service represents a unique public -private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and Whereas, national service participants demonstrate commitment, dedication, and patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and Whereas, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with local leaders nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with the National League of Cities, the National Association of Counties, Cities of Service, and local leaders across the country for National Service Recognition Day on April 2, 2019. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved,1, Dowling R. Watford, Jr., by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 2, 2019 as `National Service Recognition Day'." This item was withdrawn from the agenda. The Mayor will present the certificates to Mr. Jim Espinosa, Mr. John Grant, Mr. Jim Fritchin, Mr. Michael Beauregard, Mr. Gilbert Solly, Mr. Roger Havens, and Mr. Larry Sanders personally. Mayor Watford recognized Fire Chief Smith for his Firs'L Place finish in the First Responders portion of the Okeechobee Count\, Fair Demolition Derby and presented him with a "derby style" matchbox car. Sergeant Almazan was not able to attend, but vas recognized for his Second Place Finish. ivir. Mark Sittig, representing the Florida League of Cities, Inc., who 'raveled from Tallahassee, expressed what a great honor it was io be able to present the Resolution to Mayor Watford for his years of service as a public servant, adding it is very rare to see an Individual serve in municipal government for 35 years. 458 = APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 4 OF 17 AGENDA V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS CONTINUED F. Present a Resolution to Mayor Dowling Watford from the Florida League of Cities for Thirty -Five years of service to the City of Okeechobee continued. VI. MINUTES - City Clerk A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the March 5, 2019, Regular meeting and the March 19, 2019, Town Hall meeting. VII. WARRANT REGISTER - City Administrator A. Motion to approve the February, 2019 Warrant Register: General Fund..........................................................................$502,330.9 i Public Facilities Improvement Fund ........................................$ 12,203.41. Law Enforcement Special Fund ..............................................$ 50.00 COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE He then presented Mayor Watford with the Resolution and read it into the record as follows: "A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES, INC., HONORING DOWLING R. WATFORD, JR. FOR THIRTY FIVE YEARS OF ELECTED SERVICE, AND PRESENTING HIM WITH THE JOHN LAND YEARS OF SERVICE AWARD IN RECOGNITION OF HIS UNSELFISH COMMITMENT TO MUNICIPAL LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE. Whereas, America's municipal governments have long relied upon the unselfish leadership of their citizens for local self-government, and Florida's municipal governments share the time-honored role as the level of government closest to the people; and Whereas, this reliance places extraordinary responsibilities upon citizen legislators — municipal elected officials — who make significant sacrifices of their time and energies on behalf of their citizenry, often for little to no compensation, making this commitment a true labor of love; and Whereas, municipal leaders strive for excellence in the governance of their city, town or village, and commit themselves to providing quality services, governing effectively and working to improve the quality of life; and Whereas, the League has named its Years of Service recognition in honor of John Land, the Mayor of Apopka between the years of 1949 and 2014; a leader whose dedication is unsurpassed at the national and state levels, and who modeled the way for decades of municipal leaders; and Whereas, several terms in office is a high compliment voters give to an official, and with these years of experience comes a strengthening of wisdom, discernment and strong leadership skills that brings tremendous value to the municipal governments of Florida; and Whereas, Dowling R. Watford, Jr, has held office in the City of Okeechobee for thirty five years and is recognized for this achievement. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Board of Directors of the Florida League of Cities, Inc.: That Dowling R. Watford, Jr. is commended for his dedication to the City of Okeechobee and is hereby recognized as an outstanding public servant in Florida. ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ASSEMBLED THIS 17r" DAY OF AUGUST 2018, IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA." Mayor Watford graciously accepted the Resolution while thanking the citizens of the City for their continued confidence in him. Council Member Jarriel moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the March 5, 2019, Regular meeting and the March 19, 2019, Town Hall meeting; seconded by Council Member Clark. There was no discussion on this item. VOTE: WATFORD - YEA ABNEY - YEA CLARK - YEA JARRIEL - YEA KEEFE - YEA MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Clark moved to approve the February, 2019 �iVarran Register in the amounts: General Fund, five hundred two thousand, three hundred thirty dollars and ninety-one cents ($502,330.91); Public Facilities Improvement Fund, twelve thousand, two hundred three dollars and forty-four cents ($12,203.4 ); and Law Enforcement Special Fund, fifty dollars and zero cents ($50.00); seconded by Council Member Jarriel. There was no discussion on this item. APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 5 OF 17 459 AGENDA VII. WARRANT REGISTER CONTINUED A. Motion to approve the February, 2019 Warrant Register continued. VIII. NEW BUSINESS A. Presentation of the City's new website - The Firefly Group, City Administrator, Finance Director (Exhibit 1). COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. At the November 14, 2017, meeting, the Council awarded the Request For Qualifications (RFQ) No. ADM-01-00-05-17 contract to Firefly Communications for, Website Design and Replacement and Enhance Communication. During this time, Firefly and City Staff have been working to create the new website. Administrator MontesDeOca and Finance Director Riedel introduced the representatives of Firefly, Ms. Stacy Ranieri, President and Chief Illuminator, and Ms. Melissa Zolla, Creative Director and Jartender. Director Riedel expressed her excitement on the completion and soft launch of the new website. She explained the goal was to have a vibrant, exciting website for citizens, Staff, and visitors to use. Administrator MontesDeOca added corrections will continue to be made until all grammatical and typographical errors are corrected. Some pages of the website currently do not have information listed, but that it is forthcoming. The photographs were taken by a professional photographer, and the Fire Ladder truck was used to obtain great views for some of these photos. The website is Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant and an ADA compliance notice is posted to each page of the website, as recommended by Public Risk Management (City liability insurance company), and is mobile friendly. The home page has an interactive calendar which will include all City business and community events, and there is a link to the City's live feed traffic camera for the North Park Street (State Road 70) and Parrott Avenue (US Highway 441) intersection. At the bottom of the home page are quick links to other pages. The link to Municode, the City's online Code of Ordinances, is posted to most every page. To ensure quick and easy navigability, each page has a related links box that acts as a recommendation tool. The City Council meeting agendas and exhibit items are now posted online. Administrator MontesDeOca elaborated this was one of the major concerns voiced at the Town Hall meeting. The Planning Board, Technical Review Committee, and Code Enforcement Magistrate agendas and exhibit items are currently a work in progress and are anticipated to be completed in the near future. Each Department has a page that provides general information to the public, as well as the contact information including email addresses that allow emailing directly from the website. A subject line of "website inquiry" has been generated to let the recipient know the email was generated from the website. The required public records verbiage is included at the bottom of each email. There is a volunteer opportunities page that lists all vacancies on the Citizen Boards. The public records page provides citizens to search records online. However, the weblink portal is still under construction. The forms page provides a link to each form used by the City. The option to pay for permits and services online is forthcoming and will be discussed during the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20 budgeting process. The City is currently soliciting through the qualifications to award an Information Technology Services contract in the next month. no APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 6 OF 17 AGENDA VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED A. Presentation of the City's new website continued. B.1.a) Motion to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only, and set April 16, 2019, as a Final Public Hearing date, revising the formal bidding procedures and proposal requirements, increasing authorized purchase amounts by the City Administrator and Department Heads - City Administrator (Exhibit 2). b) Vote on motion. c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only 2.a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1182. b) Public comments and discussion. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Mayor Watford confirmed the statutorily required Custodian of Public Records notice was posted on the site. He also inquired as to the location of the Council's contact information, and was shown the information is currently on the City Council page, under the government tab of the website. Mayor Watford asked whether there were any comments from the public. Mr. Gary Ritter expressed his excitement for this, adding the true test to a great website is how easy it is to navigate and find information. He used the site this evening and found the information in less than a minute. He suggested the City also provide free public Wi-Fi within its facilities. Ms. Zolla added her office will be issuing a press release to the local media about the new website. The Mayor and Council commended Staff and Firefly representatives for their excellent work on building the new website. No official action was required for this item. Council Member Keefe moved to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only, and set April 16, 2019, as a Final Public Hearing date, revising the formal bidding procedures and proposal requirements, increasing authorized purchase amounts by the City Administrator and Department Heads; seconded by Council Member Clark. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Watford read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES SUBPART A, GENERAL, CHAPTER 2-ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV -FINANCIAL MATTERS, DIVISION 3-MUNICIPAL PURCHASING, SECTIONS 2-284, 2-285, AND 2-286 THEREOF, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 584, SECTIONS IV(A), IV(A)(4), IV(A)(7), SECTION V(A), AND SECTION V1, INCREASING AUTHORIZED MUNICIPAL PURCHASES BY THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS; BYAMENDING REQUIREMENTS FOR FORMAL BIDDING AND PROPOSALS IN MUNICIPAL PURCHASES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Council Member Jarriel moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1182; seconded by Council Member Clark. Ordinance No. 584 was enacted on November 18, 1986, which set out the current limits the Administrator and Department Heads can spend without requiring prior Council approval. The cost of goods and services has increased a great deal since 1986 and the current limits on municipal purchasing are insufficient. APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 7 OF 17 461 AGENDA Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED 8.2.b) Public comments and -discussion. c) Vote on motion. C. Motion to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment - Mayor (Exhibit 3). COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE The amendment increases the amount of all purchases of supplies, equipment, and contractual services, except as allowed through emergency procedures of the City or other procedures dictated by state law when the estimated cost thereof exceeds from $7,500.00 to $15,000.00 by the City Administrator. Department Heads will be able to approve purchases not to exceed from $500.00 to $1,000.00. The Council instructed Administrator MontesDeOca to confer with Attorney Cook regarding the possible addition of local vendor preference language to include quotes; it was understood that currently this only applies to formal bidding procedures. Noted for correction on Exhibit 2, the adopted date needs to be changed from February 19, 2019, to April 16, 2019. A revised exhibit will be submitted for the April 16, 2019, meeting. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Abney moved to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment; seconded by Council Member Jarriel. Mayor Watford read proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 by title only as follows: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; ON THE RE-EVALUATION OF LAKE OKEECHOBEE OPERATIONS BY THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS PURSUANT TO THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE LAKE OKEECHOBEE SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Mayor Watford explained this Resolution is similar to that passed by the Okeechobee Board of County Commissioners, as well as Palm Beach County. To date, the 16 County Coalition had not formally adopted a Resolution. Upon reviewing the Exhibit, Council Member Abney noticed two typographical errors in the sixth "whereas" clause, noting Palm Beach County should be changed to Okeechobee County in the first sentence and the spelling needed to be corrected on the word "which" in the last sentence. He also noted a "whereas" clause from the County Resolution was not included. Motion and second by Council Members Keefe and Abney to amend proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 by adding the following eighth "whereas" paragraph: "WHEREAS, the Lake Okeechobee Regulation Schedule of 2008 (LORS08) was implemented as an interim measure to protect the public from the risk of catastrophic failure of the Herbert Hoover Dike; and" MIA APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 8 OF 17 AGENDA Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED C. Motion to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the r�-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment continued. D. Discussion pertaining to Florida Senate Bill 1758, Water Quality Improvements - Council Member Jarriel (Exhibit 4). E. Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board Appointments - City Clerk (Exhibit 5). COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED. Mayor Watford asked whether there were any comments from the public. Mr. Gary Ritter provided a brief summary of the organ izatbrm-at-suppFortertsimilar Resolutions and the-acti rrs ttrey are taking -to express their displeasure with the Lake Okeechobee water levels. WATFORD — YEA JARRIEL — YEA VOTE ON MOTION AS AMENDED: ABNEY — YEA KEEFE — YEA CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED As AMENDED. Council Member Jarriel requested the matter of Senate Bill 1758 (SB 1758) be placed on the agenda for information purposes. He requested Mr. Gary Ritter's attendance to provide knowledgeable information on the proposed Bill. Mr. Ritter explained the analysis portion of SB 1758 is over 20 pages. It is critical, as it is looking for local governments to generate plans to deal with onsite sewer disposal systems; create a septic tank inspection plan; includes potential mandates to convert from septic to sewer; includes wording to require local governments to adopt a model fertilizer ordinance; and defines time frames. Agriculture is required to make adjustments to improve water quality in the Lake Okeechobee Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP). Moratorium language is provided on buildings/developments if plans are not adequately in place by the time frames. Rural Areas of Opportunity, which Okeechobee is considered, are provided longer time frames to generate the required plans. Currently the Department of Health oversees the septic tank inspections and permitting. SB 1758 transfers this power to the Department of Environmental Protection. The Council thanked Mr. Ritter for his insight and briefly discussed the potential impacts to the City. Following a brief discussion, the Council instructed Administrator MontesDeOca to generate a letter addressed to the State Legislation to be signed by the Mayor in opposition of SB 1758 and any companion House Bills. As explained in the memorandum distributed with Exhibit No. 5, there are three current regular Board Members whose terms sunset on April 30, 2019. Mr. Doug McCoy and Mr. Phil Baughman have have requested to be considered for re -appointment for another three-year term. Their attendance record for the last term is as follows: there have been 22 meetings held from May 1, 2016, to March 31, 2019. During this time, Mr. McCoy has been absent with consent for three meetings, and Mr. Baughman has been absent with consent twice. APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 9 OF 17 463 II AGENDA II COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE II Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED E. Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board Appointments continued. 1. Consider a motion to re -appoint Regular Members Mr, Doug McCoy and Mr. Phil Baughman, terms beginning May 1, 2019, through April 30, 2022. Consider a motion to re -assign one Alternate Member to a Regular Member position, term beginning May 1, 2019, through April 30, 2022. Consider a motion to appoint an Alternate Member (term depending on action taken on previous motion). Council Member Clark moved to re -appoint Regular Members Mr. Doug McCoy and Mr. Phil Baughman, terms being May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022; seconded by Council Member Abney. The Council thanked them for their willingness to serve. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA .JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Elbert Batton has requested not to be considered for re -appointment at the end of his term. In the past, an Alternate Member has been moved to the open Regular Member position. When an Alternate is moved to a Regular Member position, the term of the Regular Member position is assumed. The Alternate Members are Mr. Rick Chartier and Mr. Felix Granados. Council Member Clark moved to to re -assign Alternate Member Rick Chartier to a Regular Member position, term being May 1, 2019, through April 30, 2022; seconded by Council Member Jarriel. There was no discussion on this item. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. With the re -assignment of Board Member Chartier, a vacancy has been created for an Alternate Member. After advertising in multiple sources, applications were received from Mr. Michael O'Connor, Mr. James Shaw, Ms. Roberta Ann Vu, and Mr. William Ward (whose application was added to the exhibit tonight). The Council offered the applicants in attendance the opportunity to give a brief background of themselves and why they were interested in the appointment. The applicants addressed the Council as the order they were presented in Exhibit No. 5. Mr. O'Connor stated his comments were the same given at the March 5, 2019, meeting. Mr, Shaw has been a property owner in Okeechobee County for nine years and a full-time resident for the past three years. He has been married to his wife Trisha for 37 years, has eight children, and 19 grandchildren. He has no experience with politics, but loves this community and has decided to get involved. Mr. Ward moved to Okeechobee in 1978. He has been an electrical contractor for 41 years and feels the City should be ever evolving as the construction industry is. Ms. Vu was not in attendance. n �I APRIL 2. 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 10 OF 17 AGENDA Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED E. 3. Consider a motion to appoint an Alternate Member to the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board continued. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear - Chief Smith (Exhibit 6). G. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $8,645.00 to Temple Display, Ltd. for the purchase of a 22-foot Christmas tree with a 6-foot star topper for use at City Hall Park during the holiday season - Public Works Director Allen (Exhibit 7). COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Mayor Watford thanked the applicants for their comments. Council Member Clark questioned a possible conflict with Mr. Ward's application, as he is currently a County Construction Industry licensing Board member. City Clerk Gamiotea explained she will need to research this with Attorney Cook. Filling the alternate position will be deferred to the April 16, 2019, regular meeting as unfinished business in order to allow Staff time to confirm Mr. Ward could serve on this Board for the City while continuing to serve on the County Licensing Board, or would have to resian from the County Board to be considered for this aaaointment. Council Member Clark moved to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of [Structural Firefighting Protective Equipment] firefighter bunker gear; seconded by Council Member Keefe. Fire Chief Smith confirmed the life expectancy of the bunker gear is up to 10 years per the National Fire Protection Association. This is an annual budgeted purchase; the equipment is on a replacement rotation cycle. VOTE: WATFORD - YEA ABNEY - YEA CLARK - YEA JARRIEL - YEA KEEFE - YEA MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Clark moved to approve an expenditure in the amount of $8,645.00 to Temple Display, Ltd. for the purchase of a 22-foot Christmas tree with a 6-foot star topper for use at City Hall Park during the holiday season; seconded by Council Member Abney. Public Works Director Allen explained the current tree, purchased over six years ago, has become worn, faded and several of the braches have broken off. Temporary repairs have been made over the past two years to make the tree useable. It was explained in Exhibit 7 that the tree from Temple Display is assembled from panels rather than a center pole; has a quarter -inch, powder coated steel frame; has a six season frame, garland, and electrical component warranty and a three -season warranty on lights with a sustainability of up to 60 miles per hour winds. Quotes were also obtained from Universal Concepts for $8,750.00 and Down Town Creations for $10,394.00. VOTE: WATFORD - YEA ABNEY - YEA CLARK - YEA JARRIEL - YEA KEEFE - YEA MOTION CARRIED. APRIL 2, 2019 a REGULAR MEETING a PAGE 11 of 17 465 II AGENDA II COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE II VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED W. Consider a motion to initiate a Charter Review - Council Member Keefe. Council Member Keefe referred to his comments made at a previous meeting that reviewing all of the City's governing documents is a great way to ensure the City is operating in current times, and he would like to start with the City Charter. A large number of City's have a built-in clause that triggers a Charter review, and an explanation of the process. He thanked Clerk Gamiotea for pointing out an article in the Quality Cities magazine. He read the first paragraph as follows: 'Just as governmental services evolve over time based on population charges, service deliver issues and other factors, a city charter needs periodic reviews so that it is truly a reflection of the population and government being served' [from the Quality Cities March/April 2019 Edition, Feature Article City Charter Review by Lynn Tipton]. Council Member Keefe moved to initiate a Charter Review; seconded by Council Member Jarriel for discussion. The Council inquired as to the last time the Charter was reviewed. Clerk Gamiotea explained the last review was completed in 2001 to 2002 to ensure there were no conflicts with current Statutes, and it was amended accordingly (this is the current Charter copy within the Code Book). The Charter was amended by the voters in the 1980s to change the form of government from a strong mayor to the current hybrid, which is a combination of a weak -mayor and council-manager type of government; the last full review was in 1962. Council Member Abney asked what type of review is being requested tonight. Mayor Watford provided insight, confirming Council Member Keefe would like a full review. He referred to the previously noted article when discussing the steps required to perform a Charter review, suggesting a consultant/firm/attorney well versed on the subject, be hired to guide a Review Committee (which will be required to appoint) on the legalities of the review. The Central Florida Regional Planning Council may have the expertise to provide this service. There will be costs associated with the review as this is not something City Staff can absorb. He recommended this item be considered in next year's budget preparations, adding City Staff will need to do some investigation on the types of consultants available and their fees. He also elaborated on the multiple steps the Council must take before appointing a Review Committee, Mayor Watford added, the Council has already been investigating planning and zoning issues that needed revisions as outlined by Mr. Brisson, including updating the Comprehensive Plan. He cautioned that trying to amend the Comprehensive Plan and perform a Charter review is overly ambitious and impossible for City Staff to perform both of these at the same time. Council Member Jarriel stated he believes there is a need for a Charter update, but would like to first attend the Institute for Elected Municipal Officials training in June to learn more about the process. He would prefer to see this as an option in the budget for next year. Council Member Keefe added the fact that the Council is questioning how to perform this and the process leads to the necessity of having at a minimum, a Charter amendment to provide periodic Charter reviews so incoming Council Members will know how and why the Charter review is performed. L We APRIL 2, 2019 a REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 12 OF 17 AGENDA VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED H. Consider a motion to initiate a Charter Review continued. ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA: I. Discuss Town Hall comments and responses - City Administrator (Exhibit 8). COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Due to the length of the discussion, prior to the vote Council Member Keefe clarified the motion to initiate a Charter review is giving Staff direction to do Fiscal Year 2019.20 budget preparation and be able to provide the necessary procedures. All were in agreement of this clarification. WATFORD — YEA JARRIEL — YEA VOTE: ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. In a memorandum included with Exhibit No. 8, Administrator MontesDeOca provided his responses to the comments received at the March 19, 2019, Town Hall Meeting. For easy reference, the comment card number as reflected in the official minutes of that meeting, have been added to the item numbers. Item 1 (comment card 2) - The subject of this comment was vehicles speeding on Southwest 5th Avenue between Southwest 18th and 21St Streets, and appreciation for the City funding two School Resource Officers. The City has begun a full-time traffic unit which incorporates a car, motor unit, as well as speed control signs. The Police Department is diligently mapping and gathering data on several roadways to ensure that the correct assets are placed at the proper time to reduce speeders. The two School Resource Officers will continue to train and work in their capacity to provide the highest level of service and security possible. Mayor Watford confirmed the traffic unit has been patrolling the area and that Chief Peterson has made contact with Mr. Clark. Item 2 (comment card 31 - The subject of this comment was drainage issues in the areas of Southwest 5th to 7th Avenues and 15th to 23rd Streets. The Public Works Department has begun checking and cleaning the roadway crossings and culverts in the area. However, a large portion of the drainage issue is rear lots not having draining easements or access to the easements for flows to the adjacent rights -of -way. The City will continue to work with residents to ensure the drainage issue is resolved as much as possible. - Item 3 (comment card 3A and written comment 2) — There are multiple subjects addressed, see each enumerated item: 1. Form of government and general policy. As discussed at previous Council meetings and now placed on the April 2, 2019, City Council Agenda the initialization of a Charter review will be up for discussion. This could address this item, and other issues which are typically attributed to aged and un-reviewed Charters. Currently in progress from the City Clerk's Office is the policy and procedures manual for Council. Upcoming potential tasks to be directed by Council could be to create a mission statement and strategic plan. Currently, the City strives to ensure the highest level of municipal service at the most efficient cost to all our citizens, businesses, and visitors. 2. Transparency. Administration has met with Department Heads and has not found "unwritten" policies that are followed. The City has discussed updating procedures and any perceived policy or notions to ensure transparency. APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - RAGE 13 OF 17 467 Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA: I. continued. AGENDA Discuss Town Hall comments and responses COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Item 3 continued - The website is currently in its "soft open" debut to the public and will debut at April 2, 2019, Council meeting. It has addressed the largest complaint received by the public, not having the ability to post agenda exhibits online, and is now able to. It has undergone the ADA compliance, but this is an ongoing item that will continue to be a concern. The City is working with Firefly Communications and will be coming back to Council with more details, photos, and other work orders. Potential upcoming work orders include items such as digital payments online for business tax receipts (BTR) and building permits. Positive feedback has been received during this time of soft opening from the public. To continue with the transparency request, the City will now be adding the draft minutes as exhibits to the agenda, with watermarks, to ensure the public has an opportunity to view the minutes prior to approval. Video access and recording of meetings have been reviewed and are costly with several concerns, such as the requirement for true ADA viewing; simply posting a live feed videos and/or recordings for archive is not sufficient to meet the current Federal requirements. The City is working with Public Risk Management to ensure compliance with current Regulations. Working with the Clerk's office, we currently have audio recordings and written minutes available for each meeting. 3. Aesthetics. This is a primary concern for the City as well. Over the past few years, the City has introduced landscaping into open areas. The Public Works Department has started to generate a list beginning with our main corridors (North Park Street and Parrott Avenue) for some additional median and overall appearance improvements. These include cleaning up and replacing median plants, mulching, and back of sidewalk trimming. The City does maintain the medians and spray for nuisance vegetation. Emphasis will be made to address the concerns of making the City more "presentable". The adoption of a landscape plan is currently being discussed and insuring we focus on placing oak trees in the Park, which until recently had not been replaced. The FLAGLER Parks and Centennial Park will incorporate larger oaks and trees as focal points, with additional plantings to follow. The mowing of City rights -of -way has increased and been more efficient. Inquiries and changes have been made to the street sweeping contract to ensure proper service. The Public Works Department has also begun a program to reinforce addressing any outstanding issues while completing new tasks; they have been working hard in all aspects of City aesthetics. Item 4 (comment card 4) - The subject addressed was double taxation, asking for clarification on why City residents pay property tax to the City and County. The services provided by the City include: Fire Department and first response for basic life support; Police Department safety and related Code Enforcement; Public Works for the City maintained areas and roadways; and Administrative services for building and records. These services, although basically stated, are key for the community and vital for residents. Item 5 (comment card 61 — Maintenance of existing infrastructure was the topic of this comment. Emphasis will be placed on maintenance of sidewalks in the FY 2019-20 budget. Each year sidewalks are constructed in areas that show the need. However, the need for sidewalks has diminished and the need for the repair has increased. The City plans to continue the projects to repair and replace sidewalks. Priority has been given to the sidewalks most utilized to the least. W APRIL 2.2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 14 OF 17 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA: I. continued. AGENDA Discuss Town Hall comments and responses COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Item 6 (comment card 9) - The topic of this comment was the implementation of a one cent tax to help fund the Police Department, Fire Department, and education services. A one cent sales tax requires action by the voterp; and would also be at the discretion of the Council to direct to propose this action. Currently the City is focusing on Fire and the Police Departments to streamline their budgets. With the forecasted increase in revenues, a reduction of millage rate is a possibility. Administrator MontesDeOca was instructed to forward this item to Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Kenworthy, as the comment mostly deals with school related matters. Item 7 (comment card 10) - The topic of this comment was taxation without representation for City property owners who reside in the County, the process of handling code enforcement repeat offenders, and providing exhibit items for Council meetings at the meeting for the public. Implementation of voting rights for City business owners is a complex issue. This concern will be deferred to the City Attorney. However, in reviewing Florida State Statutes, voting must be done by residents of the municipality and not specifically by the property owner. The ownership of property does not indicate voting rights per Florida State Statute, but alternatively refers to residency, insuring all those residences could have a voice in a municipality equally. We as a City will continue to make the City presentable and accommodating for businesses as much as possible through our Land Development Regulations, hoping businesses will continue to voice their concerns as community partners. Code Enforcement for repeat offenders will now be handled by the Code Enforcement Magistrate. The new code enforcement process will be highlighted in detail at the April 16, 2019, City Council meeting. As stated above, all meeting agendas and exhibit items will be posted online in advance. The new website is key in implementing this new change. Item 8 (comment card 111 - The topic of this comment was code enforcement issues and problems with the high volumes of traffic. The Administrator has toured the City and found several areas of debris piles. The pile on Northwest 4th Street, as well as others, has been removed. The City will continue to have discussions with Waste Management on improving collection for these areas. Currently the Police Department, as mentioned before, will be taking traffic data on the main thoroughfares of the City. Although traffic and trip data for the area of Northwest loth Avenue has not been taken, typically the traffic data is 1,500 to 2,500 trips per day on local roadways within the City; the acceptable levels are above 10,000 trips per day, Item 9 (comment Card 12) - The process of renewing BTRs, traffic, code enforcement, and repairs to North Park Street at Southeast 3rd Avenue were the topics of this comment. The City has modified the BTR process recently and renewals must consider any and all modifications for a business to ensure applicable City Codes have been met. As noted above, the future website modifications will provide online renewal of BTRs. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will continue to work with timing on the lights at the intersection of North Park Street and Parrott Avenue. However, it is important to know that the traffic light is secondary due to the amount of traffic at this intersection. The volumes experienced at this light are typical for intersections of compatible size and volumes around the State. The City will continue to support FDOT with their signal timing and other discussions at this location. The Code Enforcement process will be more expedient, direct, and smoother for all parties. APRIL 2, 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 15 OF 17 , 469 AGENDA VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA: I. Discuss Town Hall comments and responses continued. COUNCIL ACTION e DISCUSSION a VOTE Item 9 continued - Repairs to North Park Street have been forwarded to FDOT's maintenance operators again. Mayor Watford asked for confirmation, three notices are sent to renew BTRs before past due fees Are charged and that Public Works Director Allen notified FDOT again about the roadway maintenance issue at North Park Street and Southeast 3rd Avenue. Item 10 (comment card 13) - This comment was also regarding double taxation. See response in Item 7. Item 11 (Written comment 1) - The subjects addressed in the written comment were as follows: 1. Parking in the downtown vicinity of Southwest 2nd Avenue Parking in the area of Southwest 2nd Avenue between West South Park Street and Southwest 2nd Street has been full. Several businesses have voiced concerns. Unfortunately this is public parking and is limited. 2. Additional street lighting needed on side streets [off of South Park Street]. The Public Works Department has been made aware of the lighting issue and is in discussion with Florida Power and Light (FPL) for potential street lights in these areas. Council Member Abney questioned the status of this item. Administrator MontesDeOca responded that he is in discussion with Deputy County Administrator Johnson and FPL, to change all of the street lights over to high intensity LEDs in lieu of the sodium lights. 3. Problem of poor communication of what goes on in the parks. Communication for downtown events and parks has greatly improved over the past year with Okeechobee Main Street and the Chamber of Commerce. These organizations have had several events and partnerships to encourage business owners, citizens, and visitors alike to participate in. Although the attendance of the Speckled Perch Festival did seem less than normal, these organizations are hopeful that increased traffic on the City website will generate much needed community involvement. 4. Out of town food trucks as well as out-of-town vendors. Food trucks are not permitted to operate in the City limits although some special events do incorporate food trucks. The on -going concern is the food trucks are setting up in the County commercial lots on our main thoroughfares. Residential: maintaining and navigating the waterways/canals that run parallel to Southeast 8th Avenue. The Public Works Department has been made aware of the issues with the canals and there is a schedule followed for these areas. Inspections of these areas will increase to ensure the canals are treated for vegetation and navigable. The lowering of Lake Okeechobee water levels will affect these shallow canals navigability in the future. These concerns, among several others, were addressed during the meeting with Congressmen Steube. APRIL 2. 2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 16 OF 17 AGENDA VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA: I. Discuss Town Hall comments and responses continued. IX. COUNCIL COMMENTS A. Mayor Watford, B. Council Member Abney C. Council Member Clark. D. Council Member Jarriel. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE The memorandum was concluded by Administrator MontesDeOca explaining City Staff is working with residents and business oxAmers to continually make Okeechobee a better place to visit, work and live. He parsonally noted the comments were well received, and the general nature and tone of the event overall was positive. The City will strive to make improvements and be more proactive than reactive to all aspects of City operation. Mayor Watford commended Staff on their work responding to the concerns voiced at the Town Hall Meeting and believed the meeting was well received by the public. The Council agreed and suggested a Town Hall meeting be held twice per year; once in the morning/noon and once in the evening. Council Member Keefe added the Council should have more interactions with the citizens, and was pleased with the outcome of the meeting, and was surprised with the audience attendees that were there that did not speak. He interacted with the citizens after the meeting and some expressed their fear of going to the microphone to speak. He suggested a smaller setting with the idea of coffee with a Council Member versus a large Town Hall meeting. Council Member Jarriel would like to see more citizens attend the Council meetings; they have the opportunity to complete a comment card to have their matter considered. Council Member Keefe moved to hold bi-annual town hall meetings each year, with one being during the day and one in the evening; seconded by Council Member Abney. WATFORD — NO JARRIEL — YEA VOTE: ABNEY — YEA KEEFE — YEA Mayor Watford did not have any comments to offer at this time. CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Abney explained based on the comments at the Town Hall meeting, he had a meeting with Public Works Director Allen and Administrator MontesDeOca to review some ideas of what the City could do to help the aesthetics in the public rights -of -way. The meeting was very productive and implementation has already begun on the ideas discussed. He is looking forward to seeing the outcome. They will continue to meet every two weeks. He has a meeting set with Code Enforcement tomorrow, and will be suggesting they start at Parrott Avenue (US Highway 441) and Park Street (State Road 70) and work their way out. Council Member Clark did not have any comments to offer at this time. Council Member Jarriel expressed how pleased he has been with Council and Staff's cooperation and what has been accomplished in a short period of time. He sees a lot of good things happening this year. APRIL 2.2019 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 17 of 17 471 AGENDA IX. COUNCIL COMMENTS CONTINUED E. Council Member Keefe. X. 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 purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk. AT�ET:' , Lane Gamlotea, C, City Clerk COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Council Member Keefe revisited his thoughts on a City mission and vision statement, as this was deferred until after the Tolvn Hall meeting. He provided an example of his idea of a Mission Statement and read it as follows: "The City of Okeechobee will provide quality municipal services that enhance our residents' lives and businesses while being committed to maintaining a fiscally sound community." The suggested Vision Statement was read as follows: "Create and maintain a vibrant community built on our unique character and history and friendly small town feel," He would also like to move forward with creating a strategic plan. Lastly, he was recently contacted by a local college student inquiring about an Internship Program with the City; the individual is graduating in December with a Political Science Degree. He suggested volunteer opportunities on the website include the ability to come and volunteer with the Clerk's Office to assist with scanning documents into the records management system (Laserfiche). Council Member Clark added students applying for Bright Futures Scholarships need volunteer hours and this could provide hours for that. Clerk Gamiotea informed responded the City is an approved listed agency for volunteer hours with the High School for the past five years. There being no further discussion, nor items on the agenda, Mayor Watford adjourned the meeting at 8:04 P.M. The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting will be April 16, 2019. W Lake Okeechobee News 107 SW 17th Street, Suite D ANDEPENDENT Okeechobee, Florida 34974 863-763-3134 NEWSMEDIA INC. 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BE ADVISED that shoed you herd to shay ary doamerrt, pidare, video or Wrs t° the Card n support or of your mrm�nk a WP/ tie mart, pure, video, or tz = be Mvided to the ay Oerk for 8y M��or powfrg R. VMbrd, Jr. 37192gON W13/jL019 311q .. �oU +o M In �kE r ■ t .titan, 6 `� CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 SE 3RD AVENUE ♦ COUNCIL CHAMBERS ♦ OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 APRIL 2, 2019 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OFFICIAL AGENDA IV, CALL TO ORDER— Mayor: April 2, 2019, City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00 p.m. OPENING CEREMONIES: Invocation Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr, Council Member Wes Abney Council Member Monica Clark Council Member Bob Jarriel Council Member Bobby Keefe 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 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. PAGE 1 OF 3 April 2, 2019 PAGE 2 of 3 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS — Mayor A. Present a Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Dallon Boyd for his service as a Trustee on the Police Officers' Pension Fund Board. B. Proclaim the week of April 7 —13, 2019 as "Crime Victims' Rights Week." C. Proclaim April 2, 2019 as "National Service Recognition Day." D. Present Certificates of Outstanding Service for assisting Veterans in need. E. Recognize Fire Chief Herb Smith for placing First and Police Sgt. Aurelio Almazan for placing Second in the First Responders portion of the Demolition Derby at the Okeechobee County Fair. F. Present a Resolution to Mayor Dowling Watford from the Florida League of Cities for Thirty -Five years of service to the City of Okeechobee. VI. MINUTES — City Clerk A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the March 5, 2019 regular meeting and the March 19, 2019 Town Hall meeting. VII. WARRANT REGISTER — City Administrator A. Motion to approve the February 2019 Warrant Register. General Fund $502,330.91 Public Facilities Improvement Fund $12,203.44 Law Enforcement Special Fund $50.00 Vill. NEW BUSINESS A. Presentation of the City's new website — The Firefly Group, City Administrator, Finance Director (Exhibit 1) B.1.a) Motion to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only and set April 16, 2019 as a final public hearing date, revising the formal bidding procedures and proposal requirements, increasing authorized purchase amounts by the City Administrator and Department Heads — City Administrator (Exhibit 2) b) Vote on motion. c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only. 2.a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1182. b) Public comments and discussion. c) Vote on motion. April 2, 2019 PAGE 3 OF 3 Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED C. Motion to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the Re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment — Mayor (Exhibit 3) D. Discussion pertaining to Florida Senate Bill 1758, Water Quality Improvements — Council Member Jarriel (Exhibit 4) E. Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board Appointments — City Clerk (Exhibit 5) 1. Consider a motion to reappoint Regular Members Mr, Doug McCoy and Mr. Phil Baughman, terms beginning May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022. 2. Consider a motion to reassign one Alternate Member to a Regular Member position, term beginning May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022. 3. Consider a motion to appoint an Alternate Member (term depending on action taken on previous motion) F. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear — Chief Smith (Exhibit 6) G. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $8,645,00 to Temple Display, Ltd. for the purchase of a 22 foot Christmas tree with a 6 foot star topper for use at City Hall Park during the holiday season — Public Works Director Allen (Exhibit 7) H. Consider a motion to initiate a Charter Review — Council Member Keefe IX. COUNCIL COMMENTS — Mayor X. 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. Lane Gamiotea From: Robin Brock j `✓�I��j� � �Q Sent: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 1:16 PM CY1�11,�� To: Lane Gamiotea; Bobbie Jenkins �-� Subject: FLC Presenter of Mayor award E �F. For your information, Mark Sittig from the League will be the presenter tonight. O yYi.. Robin Brock Executive Assistant City of Okeechobee 55 SE Td Avenue Okeechobee, FL 34974 (863)763-3372 (863)763-9812 (direct) FAX: (863)763-1686 Email: rbrock(a)-citvofokeechobee.com Website: http://www.cityofokeechobee.com NOTICE: Due to Florida's broad public record laws, this email may be subject to public disclosure. Lane Gamiotea �212olgC�Qd� From: Robin Brock fy�U,u-4Q C( Sent: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 10:50 AM To: Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Cc: Lane Gamiotea; Bobbie Jenkins Subject: Agenda Information II. Invocation: Associate Pastor Jim Dawson, First United Methodist Church V. Proclamations and Presentations: B. Crime Victims' Rights Week — Recipient is State Attorney's Office Victim Advocate: Marie Figueroa (fyi, this is Cleveland Lamb's daughter) C. National Service Recognition Day —Jenna Taylor, Big Brothers Big Sisters Program Director E. Recognition — I was told this morning that Police Sgt. Aurelio Almazan will not be in attendance. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, Robin � w.y Robin Brock Executive Assistant City of Okeechobee 55 SE 3rd Avenue Okeechobee, FL 34974 (863)763-3372 (863)763-9812 (direct) FAX: (863)763-1686 Email: rbrock(aDcityofokeechobee. com Website: http://www.citVofokeechobee.com NOTICE: Due to Florida's broad public record laws, this email may be subject to public disclosure. i a V. A. City of Okeechobee, April 2, 2019 Meeting Minutes taken during the meeting by Lane Gamiotea CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Watford called the Regular City Council Meeting to order on April 2, 2019, at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers, Room 200 located at City Hall, 55 SE 3rd Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida 34974. OPENING CEREMONIES: The invocation given by Associate Pastor Jim Dawson, First United Methodist Church; the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Watford. MAYOR, COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Council Member Wes Abney Council Member Monica Clark Council Member Bob Jarriel Council Member Bobby Keefe City Attorney John R. Cook City Administrator Marcos MontesDeOca Police Chief Bob Peterson Fire Chief Herb Smith Public Works Director David Allen Finance Director Riedel City Clerk Lane Gamiotea Deputy City Clerk Bobbie Jenkins Pmsent Present Present Present Present Absent (w/consent-in Nepal) Present Present Present (entered Chambers at 6:31 PM) Captain Rodriguez in attendance Present Present Present Present AGENDA AND PUBLIC COMMENTS - Mayor 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. Withdraw Proclamations and Presentations Item V.D; add under New Business Item VIII.I., Exhibit 6; copies were distributed to add to Exhibit #5, Mr. William Ward's application. 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. Mayor Watford asked whether there were any comment cards presented for public comment. There were none. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS — Mayor Present a Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Dallon Boyd for his service as a Trustee on the Police Officers' Pension Fund Board. Mayor Watford presented Mr. Dallon Boyd with a Certificate of Appreciation that read as follows: "The City of Okeechobee recognizes the Valuable Contribution of Community Involvement and Hereby Extends this Expression of Grateful Appreciation to Dallon Boyd for Faithful Service as a Dedicated Member Appointed to the Police Officers' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees February 21, 2018 to March 12, 2019." Page 1 of 18 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS CONTINUED B. Proclaim the week of April 7 through 13, 2019 as "Crime Victims' Rights Week." April 7 through 13, 2019, was proclaimed as Crime Victims' Rights Week; Mayor Watford presented the proclamation to Ms. Marie Figueroa, State Attorney Office Victim Advocate. The proclamation was read into the record as follows: "Whereas, in 1982, the President's Task Force on Victims of Crime envisioned a national commitment to a more equitable and supportive response to victims; and Whereas, this commemorative week celebrates the energy, perseverance and commitment that launched the victims' rights movement, inspired its progress, and continues to advance the cause of justice for crime victims; and Whereas, crime r-�in leave a lasting impact on any person, regardless of age, national origin, grace, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, immigration, or economic status; and Whereas, incorporating communities' existing experts and trusted sources of support into efforts to fully serve survivors will develop a criminal justice system response that is truly accessible and appropriate for all victims of crime; and Whereas, with the unwavering support of their communities and victim service providers behind them, survivors will be empowered to face their grief, loss, fear, anger, and hope without fear of judgment, and will feel understood, heard, and respected; and Whereas, serving victims and rebuilding their trust restores hope to victims and survivors, as well as supports thriving communities; and Whereas, engaging a broader array of healthcare providers, community leaders, faith organizations, educators and businesses can provide new links between victims and services that improve their safety, healing, and access to justice; and Whereas, honoring the rights of victims, including the rights to be heard and to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect, and working to meet their needs rebuilds their trust in the criminal justice and social service systems; and Whereas, National Crime Victims' Rights Week provides an opportunity to recommit to ensuring that all victims of crime — especially those who are challenging to reach or serve — are offered culturally and linguistically accessible and appropriate services in the aftermath of crime; and Whereas, the City of Okeechobee is hereby dedicated to strengthening victims and survivors in the aftermath of crime, building resilience in our communities and our victim responders, and working for a better future for all victims and survivors. Now, Therefore, 1, Dowling R. Watford, Jr., by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 7 through 13, 2019, as Crime Victims' Rights Week." Figueroa — thank you. C. Proclaim April 2, 2019 as "National Service Recognition Day." Mayor Watford proclaimed April 2, 2019, as National Service Recognition Day. He presented a Proclamation to Ms. Jenna Taylor, Program Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters and ??? other lady teacher from South Elementary Ms. Shirley??? [Bobbie, contact Ms. Taylor and ask her who attended with her], which was read into the record as follows: "Whereas, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our challenges; and Whereas, the nation's elected leaders are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective strategy to meet their needs; and Whereas, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participats address the most pressing challenges facing our communities; they educate students for 21st century jobs, fight the opioid epidemic, respond to natural disasters, and support Veterans and military families; and Whereas, national service expands economic opportunity by creating more sustainable, resilient communities and providing education, career skills, and leadership abilities for those who serve; and Whereas, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants serve in more than 50,000 locations across the country, bolstering the civic, neighborhood, and faith -based organizations that are so vital to our economic and social well-being; and Whereas, national service participants increase the impact of the organizations they serve, both through their direct service and by managing millions of additional volunteers; and Whereas, national service represents a unique public -private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on Page 2 of 18 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS CONTINUED C. Proclaim April 2, 2019 as "National Service Recognition Day" continued. taxpayer dollars; and Whereas, national service participants demonstrate commitment, dedication, and patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and Whereas, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with local leaders nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with the National League of Cities, the National Association of Counties, Cities of Service, and local leaders across the country for National Service Recognition Day on April 2, 2019. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, I, Dowling R. Watford, Jr., by virtue of 11';e authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 2, 2019 as `National Service Recognition Day'." Ms. Taylor grateful to you for recognize. Ms. Shirley - teacher of south elementary who works with AmeriCorps. D. Present Certificates of Outstanding Service for assisting Veterans in need. ITEM WAS WITHDRAWN FROM AGENDA E. Recognize Fire Chief Herb Smith for placing First and Police Sgt. Aurelio Almazan for placing second in the First Responders portion of the Demolition Derby at the Okeechobee County Fair. Watford - Herb placed first and Sgt placed second in the demolition derby in the first responder, when Smith arrives we will make the presentation then. Present a Resolution to Mayor Dowling Watford from the Florida League of Cities for Thirty -Five years of service to the City of Okeechobee. Mayor Watford was presented with a Resolution for his thirty-five years of elected service by Mr. Mark Sittig representing the Florida League of Cities, Inc. The Resolution was read into the record as follows: "A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES, INC., HONORING DOWLING R. WATFORD, JR. FOR THIRTY FIVE YEARS OF ELECTED SERVICE, AND PRESENTING HIM WITH THE JOHN LAND YEARS OF SERVICE AWARD IN RECOGNITION OF HIS UNSELFISH COMMITMENT TO MUNICIPAL LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE. Whereas, America's municipal governments have long relied upon the unselfish leadership of their citizens for local self-government, and Florida's municipal governments share the time-honored role as the level of government closest to the people; and Whereas, this reliance places extraordinary responsibilities upon citizen legislators - municipal elected officials - who make significant sacrifices of their time and energies on behalf of their citizenry, often for little to no compensation, making this commitment a true labor of love; and Whereas, municipal leaders strive for excellence in the governance of their city, town or village, and commit themselves to providing quality services, governing effectively and working to improve the quality of life; and Whereas, the League has named its Years of Service recognition in honor of John Land, the Mayor of Apopka between the years of 1949 and 2014; a leader whose dedication is unsurpassed at the national and state levels, and who modeled the way for decades of municipal leaders; and Whereas, several terms in office is a high compliment voters give to an official, and with these years of experience comes a strengthening of wisdom, discernment and strong leadership skills that brings tremendous value to the municipal governments of Florida; and Whereas, Dowling R. Watford, Jr. has held office in the City of Okeechobee for thirty five years and is recognized for this achievement. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by Page 3 of 18 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS CONTINUED F. Present a Resolution to Mayor Dowling Watford from the Florida League of Cities for Thirty -Five years of service to the City of Okeechobee continued. the Board of Directors of the Florida League of Cities, Inc.: That Dowling R. Watford, Jr. is commended for his dedication to the City of Okeechobee and is hereby recognized as an outstanding public servant in Florida. ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ASSEMBLED THIS 17TH DAY OF AUGUST 2018, IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA." Watford — humbled over this presentation. Look at mayors here on 1`ie wall, each mayor has taught me something, worked with several of them. John Lynn was one of the presenters there, wont catch up with him and won't serve as long as mayor kirk. VI. MINUTES — City Clerk A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the March 5, 2019 regular meeting and the March 19, 2019 Town Hall meeting. Council Member Jarriel moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the March 5, 2019, Regular meeting and the March 19, 2019, Town Hall meeting; seconded by Council Member Clark. There was no discussion. VOTE: WATFORD - YEA ABNEY - YEA CLARK - YEA JARRIEL - YEA KEEFE - YEA VII. WARRANT REGISTER — City Administrator A. Motion to approve the February 2019 Warrant Register. General Fund $502,330.91 Public Facilities Improvement Fund $ 12,203.44 Law Enforcement Special Fund $ 50.00 MOTION CARRIED. Council Member Clark moved to approve the February 2019 Warrant Register in the amounts: General Fund, five hundred two thousand, three hundred thirty dollars and ninety-one cents ($502,330.91); Public Facilities Improvement Fund, twelve thousand, two hundred three dollars and forty-four cents ($12,203.44); and Law Enforcement Special Fund, fifty dollars and zero cents ($50.00); seconded by Council Member Jarriel. There was no discussion. WATFORD - YEA JARRIEL - YEA ABNEY - YEA KEEFE - YEA VOTE: CLARK - YEA MOTION CARRIED. Vill. NEW BUSINESS A. Presentation of the City's new website — The Firefly Group, City Administrator, Finance Director (Exhibit 1). At the June 20, 2017, Regular Council meeting, the Council approved contract negotiations for RFQ No. ADM-01- 00-05-17, Website Design and Replacement and Enhance Communication with Firefly Group. The Council approved a Contract with Firefly Communications at the November 14, 2017, Regular meeting. Page 4 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED A. Presentation of the City's new website continued. India — we are very excited to provide the new website, goal to have a vibrant exciting website for our citizens, staff, and visitors. Really excited to give this to you. We are making tweaks, and will continue. MDO — into two ladies from firefly introduced. We know it is not perfect but we are working on it. India — professional photographer, used ladder truck to get great views for the photos. Interactive calendar — anticipate to include community events, citizens can come here to see what is going on in the city. Home page — i,-iteractive at bottom. All do not think alike, navigate the website differently. Drop mown menu's, and then links to the right of the page. Municode is just about every page, as you know that's what we live by with the code of ordinances. Agenda page, MDO — heard a lot about at the town hall meeting, glad to have this with the agenda and the exhibits there to download, transparency to our citizens. We're working on TRC and planning board agenda and minutes. Working toward the code enforcement page. Community links was a big one for us. Want it there for citizens, visitors and engage them. Encourage you to look through each page, the photos are vibrant. India — show casing our mayor and council, services that you are appointed to. Department page has contact information for each one, direct email and/or phone. Interactive pages with the email links. Dept Heads will know this came from the website. Anyone who emails the city knows their email will become public record. Phone numbers are on each page, addresses, and suite numbers. MDO — 9812 is my direct number and will ring to my cell and Chief Peterson is the same with his. Actually rings to Robin. India — volunteer opportunities page — try to be interactive so if people do not know what it is called and we want to show them here is what you read if you want to volunteer. Local maps throughout the site. Links are listed over the right in the orange box. Everyone searches differently and we're trying to put it the way people look. Chief Smith entered chambers 6:31 PM. MDO — a lot of information has not been available at all to the public and we encourage you all to go through and see what you like and don't like. Clean user friendly manner. If you find errors, links that don't work correctly, please let us know. India — search by word. MDO — public records open portal with web link is a work in progress for people to do records searches. India — conference call tomorrow to get this up and running. We are so much better than we have been in the past. India — some forms are fillable, goal is to create all to be fillable. Stacy reminded me of an important part. We are and are ADA compliant within our website. This actually reads the website aloud for those who are disabled. It is a little tricky with older browsers. PRM insurance has advised us to put on our the website and ensure we are always making improvements and a phone number. MDO — traffic live camera for the main intersection. Stay relevant in the community. India — forms online. Monica — are we going to have building permits online. India — want to go to epay online. New epay system will be forthcoming. Will have to have a fee system with all of this. MDO — we're just now catching up with cities. We'll be presenting to add those additional software and contracts. Wes — not adding until next year? Mandatory IT meeting today, hope to have an IT person on staff before adding more items. Will be considered in next budget. India have to expand contract with firefly and add more software programs. India — building forms, more information, hearing dates, deadlines show people all the information, have each page with the correct person to contact for that information. DW — public records request. Clerk is the records custodian on the site. MDO — ADA will be a 3rd party person to take care of that service. Page 5 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED A. Presentation of the City's new website continued. India — shows Lane and Jeanna. Dowling — where to go to find Mayors contact info. India — shows council page, no cell phone numbers. DW — was on the old site. Wes who's in charge here? MDO right now India, then IT person will be. Wes — IT who? MDO we're putting that out with an RFQ right now. Wes — position or a contact? India :ve released an RFQ for services, in-house maintenance with min hours per week and public safety needs. MDO — firefly will also be involved. Wes — budget for this contact? How much? India - $15,000. Is in the budget. DW — thank you to firefly Bob — looks very good. DW — takes a lot more than the 30 minutes here, Team effort, really proud. Shows charm of the city and reset of the world to see. Mobile phones and ipads, reformats to make work on them. India — we're all mobile and want to have it available. Feel we're secure, and keep the up time. Watford — public? Gary Ritter, exciting for me, thank Jarriel for inviting me tonight, firefly girls and India, true test of a website ..... when Jarriel asked me to come tonight I had never other than the screen to see, less than 1 minute to find what I needed to find for tonight. A follow up would be public Wi-Fi. DW — do we have that? MDO — we will look into that. We only have secured. Firefly — will be releasing a press release to the local media about the new website. B.1.a) Motion to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only and set April 16, 2019 as a final public hearing date, revising the formal bidding procedures and proposal requirements, increasing authorized purchase amounts by the City Administrator and Department Heads — City Administrator (Exhibit 2). Council Member Keefe moved to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only and set April 16, 2019, as a Final Public Hearing date, revising the formal bidding procedures and proposal requirements, increasing authorized purchase amounts by the City Administrator and Department Heads; seconded by Council Member Clark. b) Vote on motion. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only. Mayor Watford read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES SUBPART A, GENERAL, CHAPTER 2- ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV -FINANCIAL MATTERS, DIVISION 3-MUNICIPAL PURCHASING, SECTIONS 2- 284, 2-285, AND 2-286 THEREOF, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 584, SECTIONS IV(A), IV(A)(4), IV(A)(7), SECTION V(A), AND SECTION VI; INCREASING AUTHORIZED MUNICIPAL PURCHASES BY THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS; BY AMENDING REQUIREMENTS FOR FORMAL BIDDING AND PROPOSALS IN MUNICIPAL PURCHASES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Page 6 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED B.2.a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1182. Council Member Jarriel moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1182; seconded by Council Member Clark. b) Public comments and discussion. Ordinance No. 584 was enacted on November 18, 1986, which set out the current limits. The cost of living, and goods and services has increased a great deal since 1986 and the current limits on municipal purchasing are insufficient. The amendment increases the amount of all purchases of supplies, equipment, and contractual services, except as allowed through emergency procedures of the city or other procedures dictated by state law when the estimated cost thereof exceeds from $7,500.00 to $15,000.00 shall be acquired by formal bid. Contracts which total from $7,500.00 to $15,000.00 or less shall be awarded by the city administrator; contracts above from $7,500.00 to $15,000.00 shall be awarded by the city council. The city council, for purchases over from $7 500.00 to $15,000.00, and the city administrator for purchases under from $7,500.00 to $15,000.00. As distinguished from formal bidding, proposals shall be acquired when the estimated cost of a purchase will be over from $500.00 to $1,000.00 but less than from $7,500 00 to $15,000.00. With the approval of the from Eity administrator to department head, field purchase orders may be used by using agencies for immediate purchases of supplies, materials and services not to exceed from $500.00 to 1 000.00. Watford — public comment town hall meeting comments — brief explanation to the public. There were none. MDO — purchasing a set of tires is what brought this up. Limits amounts only. Clark — I know says we use informal and proposals 2.285, use every effort to get at least 3 bids especially local and if we have a local bid for local vendors. If we could possible, give same to local preference as we do with formal bidding process. Small businesses cannot complete with Staples. Letter to contractors that perform those services, requesting bids by a certain date for whatever services. We contacted 11 personally within our area. India — we have a local vendor request forms and encourage contractors to complete the form and the dept heads look at them for the formal bids. Do have a vendor request forms for them to complete and submit to Dunham. Hendry, Glades, ??? now use Vendor Registry Group and you're contacted for every bid within a regional, if staff can look into using that. DW — MDO contact attorney make that change possible. BK — FINAL ADOPTION DATE FIX * DW — clerk got that? LG — yes. c) Vote on motion. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. C. Motion to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the Re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment — Mayor (Exhibit 3). Council Member Abney moved to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the Re- evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment; seconded by Council Member Jarriel. Page 7 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED C. Motion to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 continued. Mayor Watford read proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 by title only as follows: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; ON THE RE-EVALUATION OF LAKE OKEECHOBEE OPERATIONS BY THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS PURSUANT TO THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE LAKE OKEECHOBEE SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." DW — similar to what BOCC passed, added a few things, conversations with BOCC Owens, Turner form Hendry County and Palm Beach county passed a similar Resolution.. 16-county did they pass one? Gary Ritter — not officially. Wes — something missing .... In the 6th whereas, first sentence, change Palm Beach County to Okeechobee County and same paragraph, last sentience correct the spelling of the word "which". Discussion continued on a missing whereas. MDO — yes should be Palm Beach. LG — we understood it that the City did not receive the Notice referred to in this paragraph, Palm Beach County did and notified the City. Wes — the Okee County's resolution has there name. MDO — think all received it. LG — may have just been counties, not cities. Motion and second by Council Members Keefe and Abney to amend proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 by adding an eighth "whereas" paragraph to read as follows: "WHEREAS, the Lake Okeechobee Regulation Schedule of 2008 (LORS08) was implemented as an interim measure to protect the public from the risk of catastrophic failure of the Herbert Hoover Dike; and" VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED. Public - ? Gary Ritter, very important that you all are behind supporting this, Palm Beach soil district. The corp decision to drop to 11.7, 11.6 as much concern to some coastal municipals, ag nor and south of the lake, all the southern farm bureau office submitted letter to colonel and new director of the SFWMD expressing their displeasure in the lowering of the lake. Dry season. Getting very close to the water shortage ban. WATFORD — YEA JARRIEL — YEA VOTE ON MOTION AS AMENDED: ABNEY — YEA KEEFE — YEA CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED As AMENDED. D. Discussion pertaining to Florida Senate Bill 1758, Water Quality Improvements — Council Member Jarriel (Exhibit 4). Jarriel — just information to keep you all updated and would like Gary to give you this information as most knowledgeable on this bill. Gary over 21 pages on the analysis portion. Critical to the city and county, looking for you all to come up with plans to deal with onsite sewer disposal systems and .... Define time frames that will affect all of us, effect local govt model fertilizer ordinance. Don't know if we have 1 yet. NO WE DON'T. in this bill is the requirement to adopt one and ag to make adjustments to improve water quality for the basins listed that we sit in. city and county govt to come up with the plan. Most disturbing. Moratorium on building if plans aren't in place by the time frames. Rural area of opportunity, time concession in there longer time frames to come up with those plans. In a nut shell that's it Bob J — and takes away from health dept to DEP. Gary — DEP to develop reports and collaboration there, report to Legislation and DEP will be involved in septic tanks. Septic tanks inspections plan has to be created as well as a conversation to go from septic to OUA sewer. Page 8 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED D. Discussion pertaining to Florida Senate Bill 1758, Water Quality Improvements continued. Ag wording original stated, if you sign up with dept of Ag and develop a plan you wont have to do a water quality plan but if not then you do. DEP will be developing a water quality plan in there too. Wes by 2020 city to develop .... July 2020 next deadline. Watford — if we feel strongly that this isn't a good bill and we want to oppose this bill. Gary — there are a lot of requirements that will impact you all. Watford — draft letter by staff that we oppose this bill and send under the mayor's signature. MDO come up with some good paints. (MDO I'll call Gary) Keefe — read through this highlighted local govt in this bill packet, restrictions or requirements to be done. Hasn't' been passed yet. Be more pro=active things, where are we on that and be pro -active if letters and requests aren't' heard on the hill. Watford = towards the ends of session things change rapidly, once we get the final we need to move on it immediately. Watford — everyone agree to draft the letter and send? Yes. And any companion senate bill as well. Action — letter to be signed by Mayor and sent to legislators. E. Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board Appointments — City Clerk (Exhibit 5). [Mr. William Ward submitted an application yesterday to also be considered, copies were distributed before the meeting and added to Exhibit No. 5] There are three current regular Board Members whose terms sunset on April 30, 2019. Two of the three have requested to be considered for re -appointment for another three-year term. Their attendance record for the last term is as follows: there have been 22 meetings held between May 1, 2016 to March 31, 2019. During this time, Mr. McCoy has been absent with consent for three meetings, and Mr. Baughman has been absent with consent twice. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Council Member Clark moved to re -appoint Regular Members Mr. Doug McCoy and Mr. Phil Baughman, terms being May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022; seconded by Council Member Abney. DW — discussion none. Appreciation their willingness to serve. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Batton has requested not to be considered for re -appointment at the end of his term. This will create an opportunity for the Council to consider moving one of the two alternate members to a regular member position. Keep in mind that the new term for the alternate will not begin until May 1, 2019. If Council is so nclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Council Member Clark moved to re -assign Alternate Member Rick Chartier to a Regular Member position, term being May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022; seconded by Council Member Jarriel. _ VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Page 9 of 18 Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED E. Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board Appointments continued. 3. Should Council approve the previous motion, this will create a vacancy for an Alternate Member. Advertisements and notices have been published in the local newspaper and other media sources over the last three weeks. In addition to the two we already have on file, we have received sne two new application. All three four are attached for your review and consideration. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Applications submitted were Mr. Michael O'Connor, Mr. James Shaw, Ms. Roberta Ann Vu, and Mr. William Ward. DW — us.— the same procedure as last appointment. 3 of the applicants are present tonight. Allow them to have a chance to speak to make a comment to us. Going to go in the same order I have them stapled in my packet. O'Connor, Shaw, Ward. If you want to say something. Mike O'Connor — no sir same as before. Shaw — wife Trisha 37 yrs, children and grand children, advertisement in the okee news, heartbeat of community love this place, lived in buff, PA, you have a wonderful place here don't take it for granted, you have a nice set up here, burger, movies, shop in different places, keep it that way. Don't drink, smoke. Managed trucking companies. DW — property owner 9 yrs, lived here home last 3 year. Thank you for being will to jump in. Mr. William Ward. Been here since 1978, good town for me, good move, changes in Okeechobee, really like, not very good at speaking, I am a licensed contractor in Okeechobee, electrical, in trade for 41 years, seen a lot of constructions, code changes, think okee great place to live, like to see some changes, time to get away from the old style and get in the new, electrical trade is changing every day. DW — thank everyone for applying, makes me feel good about our citizens and being involved and willingness to serve. Ask if you're not one of those selected allow us to keep your application on file so with other openings go back. Clark — construction licenses board member, will that be a problem? LG — read that today, did not have time to research prior to the meeting and with Attorney Cook absent not comfortable with answering. Clark — can we wait since we have another meeting in April and get a determination by then? LG — agree best way to handle this. DW — no motion on the floor, okay to defer to the April 16 meeting or is a motion to postpone required? LG — appropriate to defer with consensus of the Council and direction from the Mayor since a motion is not on the floor. Filling the alternate position will be deferred to the April 16, 2019, regular meeting as unfinished business in order to allow staff time to confirm with Mr. Ward could serve on this board for the City while continuing to serve on the County Licensing Board, or would he have to resign from the County board to continue to be considered for the City board. F. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear — Chief Smith (Exhibit 6). Council Member Clark moved to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear; seconded by Council Member Keefe. ** PRESENTATION TO HERB DERBY. Herb, did beat the police officers. Herb — capital improvement budgeted item, annual replacements, rotate and get 10 years out of them, this is for 6 sets. Jarriel — it is a budgeted item? Yes. Page 10 of 18 Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED F. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear continued. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. G. Motion to approve an expenditure irthe amount of $8,645.00 to Temple Display, Ltd. for the purchase of a 22 foot Christmas tree with a 6 foot star topper for use at City Hall Park during the holiday season — Public Works Director Allen (Exhibit 7). Council Member Clark moved to approve an expenditure in the amount of $8,645.00 to Temple Display, Ltd. for the purchase of a 22-foot Christmas tree with a 6-foot star topper for use at City Hall Park during the holiday season; seconded by Council Member Abney. DW — any comments. David, other three 6 years old, branches falling apart, this type is more durable. Other fading to a blue. Old tree will not last another season. Star Anayia Silva. Wonderful celebration each year. Wes — how long? Warranty is 6 years. Don't know last ones warranty. Clark can you replace the garland and not the frame? Very likely yes. Is budgeted and under budget. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. H. Consider a motion to initiate a Charter Review — Council Member Keefe. Keefe — as I stated at previous council meeting it's a really great idea to start reviewing all of our govt documents, starting with the city charter. Thank you Lane for pointing out in the Quality Cities magazine, see the Mayor has one in front of him as well, great article on city charter review. Lot of city charters have it built in the charter what triggers a charter review whether it be on decade basis or every time there is a census, which is happening in 2020 and has explanation of how amendments to the charter will take place, just really wanting to do a charter review. I'll read the first paragraph of this city charter article, [from the QC Quality Cities March/April 2019 Edition, Feature Article City Charter Review by Lynn Tipton] "just as governmental services evolve over time based on population charges, service deliver issues and other factors, a city charter needs periodic reviews so that it is truly a reflection of the population and government being served." I don't know if anybody can tell me when the last time our charter was reviewed, it certainly doesn't have an article or section in there detailing when we should. Council Member Keefe moved to initiate a Charter Review; seconded by Council Member Jarriel for discussion. Wes — when was the last time it was reviewed? Clark — has it been reviewed? LG — the last review was completed in 2001 or 2002 to ensure it did not conflict with any statutes, and it was amended accordingly if there were (this is what's noted in the current charter copy of the code book). It was been amended by the voters, in the 1980's when Dr. Douglas ran for mayor, the voters of the city voted to change the form of government from a strong mayor to a hybrid that we currently have which is a combination of a weak -mayor and council-manager type of government, the last full review was in 1962. Wes — so what type of review are looking at, total, ..... we have certain types of reviews. Page 11 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED H. Consider a motion to initiate a Charter Review continued. DW — I think what he's looking at here is a total review, thing that's your intention Keefe — correct. DW — I would suggest to you and I'm sure you read the article, and staff correct me if I'm wrong but you would normally have a charter review committee, if you read the article if there's a section that doesn't need to be changed you move on, so you have a charger review committee. I would suggestion to you, in my opinion that we would need something like a consultant or someone who is well versed in chargers or an attorney that specializes in that or some other agency, not sure if the CFRPC has that expertise to do that we've used them for other things like that but you need someone that could guide the committee to give wisdom to say you can do that or not do that or legally advise them. Whatever you want to do to look at the recommendations, good ideas or not. So we'd need to do that so we'll have to have some type of consultant or agency to lead that have to appoint a charter review committee, have to decide if only city residents, not sure what the requirements are for the committee, going to have some expense, not going to be something that city staff can absorb. My suggestion would be we can certain say we want to initiate this, my suggestion is to have something in the budget, my opinion unless you want to amend the budget which I don't know if you want to do that, you have to have that in the next budget process. City staff do some investigation on types of consultants available, see if CFRPC can do it or someone else and costs associated with that. No just an easy thing to set a committee and go to work, you have several steps, and we'll have several decision's we'll need to make, how many on the members do we want, what should the make-up be, should there be members from certain segments of the population or business owners, general citizens, how you want the make-up of the committee, so you have several processes to go through. The other question I would have is, you can't do everything at one time and we've already spoken, and when Bill Brisson was here we asked him the question about our Comp Plan, think it would be overly ambitions and a huge burden on our staff to try to do both of those things, think it would be impossible to do both of those at the same time, so which do you think is more important to do? You need to prioritize, do you want to do a charter review first, or do you want to get the Comp Plan (and LDR amendments) first or do you want to do a charter review, I would definitely be against trying to do doing both at the same time. Jarriel — I think we need to do the charter review, and we have a class in June and I don't want to do it until I learn more about all of it and it needs to be a budgeted item and think if we put in the budget for next year we can do it, have the money, better ideas and put it together and then if there's some items that have to be voted on we have an election in 2020 that we can do it so I think it will all fall in place. DW — not sure it would be available to make the 2020 election. MDO — one of the reasons it obviously came up from council to put this on the agenda the idea was now to get a motion to initiate this just so you know staff's thoughts were the same thing as yours to go through and put it in the budget for next year, its more of a planning process for us to know if that's something we need to start looking more into detailed and gather that information for council. Basically more of a direction. DW — does everyone agree with that, we'll put in the budget to consider at that time? Keefe — just to add, just the fact that we're questioning how to do this and whats the process lends to the necessity of having a charter review amendment at least add charter review as an issue in the charter so those after us when time comes again they would know how to do it and why they need do it. DW — any other discussion, clear on where we are Keefe — so just to clarify, the motion to initiate a charter review is giving staff direction to do budget preparation and background procedures. DW — correct. Keefe — thank you. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Page 12 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA: I. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses — City Administrator (Exhibit No. 8). City Administrators responses to the comment made at the March 19, 2019, Town Hall Meeting (content from the exhibit is denoted in blue lettering). MDO — comments for your review, want everyone to know we are working on these items. Was adamant to get these to you by this meeting. Item 1 - As stated, the City of Okeechobee has begun with our full time traffic unit. This unit incorporates a car, motor unit, as well as speed control signs. The City Police Department is diligently mapping and gathering data on several roadways to ensure that the correct assets are placed at the proper time to reduce speeders. School Resource Officers will continue to train and work in their capacity to provide the highest level of service and security possible. DW — assume we are doing something. Bob — pre dates meeting, signs moved on Tues, at least 1 week. 1 in residential area and other between commercial and residential. Information collected is public record if anyone from the public wants to request that information. Between that and the motorcycle officer, traffic is one item we will never resolve. DW — would it be appropriate to respond to this person and let him know we are doing something. Bob- I've made contact everyone who spoke at that meeting on topics in my dept. Item 2 - The Public Works Department has begun checking and cleaning the roadway crossings and culverts in the area of SW 5th Avenue and SW 15th Street. A large portion of the drainage issue however is rear lots which have no access or drainage easements for flows to the adjacent Right of ways. We will continue to work with residents to ensure we can resolve the drainage issue as much as possible. Item 3 - Previously discussed at Council Comments and now placed on the April 2, 2019 City Council Agenda the initialization for a charter review will be up for discussion. This could address the basis of item 1, and other issues which are typically attributed to aged and un-reviewed charters. Currently in progress from the City Clerk's office is the policy and procedures manual for Council. Under administration, we have met with departments and have not found "unwritten" policies which are followed. We have discussed updating procedures and any perceived policy or notions to ensure transparency. The City website is current in its "soft open" debut to the public and will debut at April 2, 2019 Council meeting. The website has addressed the largest complaint received by the public by not having the ability to post agenda exhibits. The website now is able to work, as with other typical municipal agencies, to post agendas, exhibits, and other user-friendly documents. We have also undergone the ADA compliance for the website. This, is an ongoing item, but will continue to be a concern. For the website future, we are working with Firefly and will be coming back with more details, photos, and other work orders. The potential upcoming work orders include items such as digital payments online for business tax receipts and building permits. Positive feedback has been received during this time of soft opening as well from the public. As to continue with the transparency request, we will now be adding the draft minutes as exhibits to the agenda with watermarks to ensure the public has an opportunity to view the minutes as with other exhibits on city council agendas. Video access and recording of meetings were reviewed and are costly with several concerns, such as the requirement for true ADA viewing, as with other smaller communities. Simply posting a live feed and/or recording the video for archive is not sufficient to meet the current federal requirements. We are working with Public Risk Management (PRIM) to ensure we comply with the current regulations. Working with the Clerk's office, we currently have audio, which is available, as well as written minutes, for each meeting. Page 13 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED I. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses continued. Aesthetics are a primary concern for the city as well. Over the past few years we have made the introduction of landscaping into open areas a primary concern. In addition to these past landscaping items, public works has now started to incorporate a listing beginning with our main corridors (Highway 441 & Highway 70) some additional median and overall appearance improvements. These include cleaning up and replacing median plants, mulching, and back of sidewalk trimming. Currently the City does maintain and spray for nuisance vegetation, and maintain the medians. More of an emphasis will be taken to address these concerns and make the City more "presentable". Upcoming potential tasks to be directed by council could be to create a mission statement and strategic plan. Currently the City strives to ensure the highest level of municipal service at the most efficient cost to all our citizens, businesses, and visitors. The adoption of a landscape plan is currently being discussed and insuring we focus on placing our oak trees in the park, which until recently, had not been replaced. The Flagler parks and Centennial park will incorporate the backbone larger oaks and trees as focal points, with additional plantings to follow. This is in conjunction with working, replacing, and adding landscaping for all City -controlled areas. The City's past mowing of right-of-ways has increased and been more efficient. We have started and questioned the sweeping contract yet again to ensure proper service. Public Works has also begun a program recently to reinforce "noticing" any outstanding issues while completing other tasks. They have started fresh recently and have been working hard in all aspects of City aesthetics. Item 4 - The services provided by the City include; fire department and first response for basic life support, police department safety, and related code enforcement, public works for our city maintained areas and roadways, administrative services for building and records. These services, although basically stated, are key for our community and vital for its residents. The support services we provide are vital and if the City did not provide these services, additional costs to the county would be involved. Item 5 - The current budget and upcoming budget will propose a focus on capital expenditures for sidewalks are minimal and an emphasis placed for maintenance and for needed repairs. Each year, over the past several, the sidewalks were constructed in areas that showed the need for the city, however it was apparent that the need for sidewalks has diminished; the growing need for the repair was needed. We do plan to continue these projects to repair and replace sidewalks. The priority has begun on the most utilized sidewalks to the least. Item 6 - A one cent sales tax would require voting on by the citizens, and would be at the discretion of the council to direct to propose this action. Currently we are focusing on Fire and the Police Departments to streamline their budgets. The focus currently with the increased forecasted revenues is to reduce millage. The reduction of millage is a first step to lower taxes, and would be suggested we continue to encourage to lower taxes for our citizens, while being cognizant not to reduce any of the services we provide as a city, if at all possible. DW — could we give a courtesy email to the school board since that would fall under their responsibility. MDO to send to Ken. Item 7 - Implementation of voting rights for business owners to vote is a complex issue. As attorney Cook is out of town currently, I would refer to him. However, from some review of Florida State Statues, voting must be done by residents of the municipality and not specifically by the property owner. The ownership of property does not indicate voting rights per Florida State Statue, but alternatively refers to residency, insuring all those residences could have a voice in a city or municipality equally. The ownership of property does not indicate validity, nor criminal background, citizenship or eligibility. We as a City however will continue to make the City be presentable and accommodating for businesses as much as possible through our Land Development Regulations. We hope businesses will continue to voice their concerns as community partners. Page 14 of 18 Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED I. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses continued. Exhibits for City Council Agendas, beginning with the current meeting, are now posted for review by the public. It will be policy for staff to complete all items on the agenda within the City for posting if possible prior to the meeting for all to review. The new website is key in implementing this new change. Code Enforcement for repeat offenders will now be handled by the Code Enforcement Magistrate. The new code enforcement process will be highlighted in detail at the April 16, 2019 City Council meeting. Several changes and concerns have also been addressed with the upcoming changes. Item 8 - I have worked with Waste Management and driven the city and found several areas of debris piles. The stack mentioned as well as others have been removed. We will continue to have discussions with Waste Management on improving pickup for these areas. It was disturbing these areas were not remedied prior to our discussions by Waste Management. Currently the Police Department, as mentioned before, will be taking data on the main thoroughfares of the city. Although traffic and trip data for this street has not been taken, typically the traffic data is 1500-2500 trips per day on local roadways within the City of Okeechobee. Typically the acceptable levels are above 10,000 trips per day. Item 9 - We have modified the business tax receipt process in the past years; it is unclear what the concern was after his comments, unless change of location for additional services added. Specifically these BTR renewals must consider any and all modifications for a business to ensure they meet applicable City codes. As noted above with the future website modifications, the renewal of these BTRs are potentially to be completed online. FDOT will continue to work with timing on the Main Intersection; however it is important to know that the light is secondary due to the amount of traffic at this intersection. The intersection is merely at capacity currently. The volumes experienced at this light are typical for intersections of their size and volumes around the state. We will continue to support FDOT in their timing and other discussions at this location. Code enforcement again will be highlighted in upcoming meetings, with the proposed nuisances. Code enforcement proposed however will be more expedient, direct, and proposed to be smoother for all parties. Roadway repairs to SE 3rd Avenue have been noted for FDOT's maintenance operators. This item was noted to the department previously, however has been re -noticed to them last week. DW — process of BTRs. We have 3 notices provided to them. Not sure how they can miss all 3. The street out here with the dip (North Park/SR 70 E at SE 3rd Ave), has someone notified FDOT? Allen - yes they are aware of it and I will send them a notice again on it. DW — people need to understand that the City is not responsible for the maintenance of North Park Street and Parrott Avenue as those are the State FDOT responsibility. Item 10 - As previously noted, implementation of voting rights for business owners to vote is a complex issue. As attorney Cook is out of town currently, I would refer to him. However, from some review of the Florida State Statutes, voting must be done by residents of the municipality and not specifically by the property owner. The ownership of property does not indicate voting rights per Florida State Statute, but alternatively refers to residency, insuring all those residences could have a voice in a city or municipality equally. The ownership of property does not indicate validity, nor criminal background, citizenship or eligibility. We as a City however will continue to make the City be presentable and accommodating for businesses as much as possible through our Land Development Regulations. We hope businesses will continue to voice their concerns as community partners. Page 15 of 18 Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED I. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses continued. Item 11 - Parking in this area has been full. I have spoken to several businesses and voiced a concern, however as stated it is public parking. Parking is limited, however I travel this area several times a week and have not seen an area where more than a block separates the business from parking. Public Works has been made aware of the issue and is discussing this area with FPL for potential street lights. This m--iv be part of a larger project with the county and FPL changing our street lights to high output LED. Wes — side street lighting are you moving forward with this, where exactly are you with that? MDO - working with the new deputy county administrator and FPL, in discussions now to change all the lights over, so we're in discussions now currently. DW — the LED lights? MDO — yes to put the high intensity LEDs in lieu of the sodium lights. We met on that last week. Communication for downtown events and parks has greatly improved over the past years with Okeechobee Main Street and Okeechobee County Chamber of Commerce. These organizations have had several events and partnerships to encourage business owners, citizens, and visitors alike to participate in the events within the City. Although Speckled Perch Festival did seem less than normal in attendance, it is hopeful with these organizations and increased traffic on our City Website with upcoming event calendar will generate much needed community involvement. Out of town food trucks are not permitted in the city to operate as in the county. Currently special events do incorporate food trucks; the on -going concern is from the food trucks setup in the county commercial lots on our main thoroughfares. Public works has been made aware of the canals and there is a schedule typically followed for these areas. More inspections of these areas will take place to ensure the canals are treated for vegetation. It is another concern tied to the lowering of Lake Okeechobee water levels if these shallow canals will be navigable in future periods. We did address these among several items at our past meeting with Congressmen Steube. Conclusion - As city staff, we are working with our residents and business owners to continually make Okeechobee a better place to visit, work and live. I would personally note, as the comments were well received, the general nature and tone for the overall event was positive. This memo did exclude positive comments and notes. We will strive to make improvements and be more proactive than reactive to all aspects of city operation. I have reminded staff that we will continue to receive, note and check, even change as needed, to address concerns. DW — think went well, commend staff Wes — think it was a great turn out, think we should do it twice a year. Keefe — agree, think we should have more interactions with our citizens, pleasantly pleased with the outcome, surprised with the audience attendees that were there and did not speak, interacting with the afterwards some expressed they were scared to go up to the microphone, don't know what would make them feel more comfortable smaller setting, don't know, maybe coffee with a council member versus a large town hall meeting. None the less think same way to have twice a year, we should be more involved with them and hear what they have to say. Jarriel — think it went well, we need to get them in this room and they need to see that staff took their comments seriously, appreciate staff already working on solutions. Like to see our meetings with people in them here, have to figure out a way to get them in here and they can fill out a comment card to be on the agenda any time. Council Member Keefe moved to hold bi-annual town hall meetings each year; seconded by Council Member Abney. Page 16 of 18 VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED I. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses continued. Clark — can we do one a noon time so the elderly people who don't drive at night can come. Wes — have 1 at one time and 1 the other time? Clark — yes. DW — can we schedule them here? Clark — don't think we should have them here but just my opinion. DW — the 1 we just had counts as 1 for this year right? Multiple Yes. VOTE: WATrORD — NO ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. IX. COUNCIL COMMENTS A. Council Member Abney — based on the town hall comments, I had a meeting with PWD Allen and MDO, went over some ideas of what we could do to help the aesthetics that's in the public ROW, it was a very productive meeting, think they've already started to implement the ideas we discussed, looking forward to seeing this and I'm going to meet with them every 2 weeks and see what they can do and their ideas as well. Also out of the meeting as well, I'm going to meet with Code Enforcement starting tomorrow, same scenario. My idea is to start on 441 and 70 and work your way out. Public Works and Code, again this is all based on the town hall meeting comments, just wanted help with the issues raised and wanted everyone to know what I've done since the meeting. B. Council Member Clark — none. C. Council Member Jarriel — normally you open this with the Gary Ritter time. DW — oh man I do that every time and he's here tonight and I missed my chance. Gary — and that's why I stayed through the meeting this late. Wes — check the minutes, DW — yeah listen to the tape. BJ — I've been very pleased with council and staff, we're almost always in agreement, and what's been accomplished in short time. Good things happening this year, I'm happy. D. Council Member Keefe — start with, a couple meetings ago I talked about a city mission and vision statement, we deferred that till after the town hall meeting which we had. I went ahead and jotted down a copy of ideas such as Mission, the city of Okeechobee will provide quality municipal services that enhances our residents lives and businesses while being committed to maintaining a fiscally sound community. The visions could be, create and maintain a vibrate community built on our unique character and history and friendly small town feel. Simple statements there, but would like to refresh that idea of city vision and mission statements now that the town hall meeting is over. I didn't comment on it during MDO agenda item, but he wrote under Item 3 about a potential task be directed by council could be to create a mission statement; And a strategic plan, happens to be on my list of comments here. I'd like to say go for it with the strategic planning I think we should, and I know I'm adding a lot of work I know this and its just because the city is so far behind I feel so, I don't think we have a strategic plan in place, and I'll narrow my comments to just a couple more. I had a soon to be graduated, local person who is graduating in December in a political science degree and was interested in an internship program, if we have an internship program, wow you know don't know what that would entail, I've never interned myself, but think that would be great for us as well as this soon to be graduate to learn more about the local government and what her education has afforded her and what she's looking at doing. That brings up another comment, I think volunteer opportunities on that website should also include the ability to come and volunteer with the clerks office to scan documents to the laser fiche system to get us caught up, I'm being serious, I think it would be a great idea. For the very short time I lived in Wellington, I applied to be a volunteer at the Palm Beach County court house, did the background check and all that stuff but that's basically what it was, Page 17 of 18 IX. COUNCIL COMMENTS CONTINUED D. Council Member Keefe continued. records stuff, filing, anyways would love to see a volunteer program to help our clerks office, I know that part time position has not been filled yet, and I'll end with that. Clark — just a comment on the students applying for bright futures scholarships need volunteer hours and I thinks it's a great idea. LG — and the City has been on the list for 5 yrs of approved agencies the OHS students can volunteer with us, and we've gotten 1 person; Bobbie and I also have our own daughters/son who volunteer as much as we can get them to be up here for those volunteer hours. IX. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor There being no further items on the agenda, Mayor Watford adjourned the meeting at 8:04 P.M. Page 18 of 18 City of Okeechobee, April 2, 2019 Meeting Minutes taken during the meeting by Bobbie Jenkins I. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Watford called the Regular City Council Meeting to order on April 2, 2019, a.M. in the Council Chambers, Room 200 located at City Hall, 55 SE3rd Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida 34974. Iw II. OPENING CEREMONIES: The invocation given by Associate Pastor Jim Dawson, First United Methodist Church; the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Watford. III. MAYOR, COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayer Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Present Council Member Wes Abney Present Council Member Monica Clark Present Council Member Bob Jarriel Present Council Member Bobby Keefe Present City Attorney John R. Cook Absent (w/consent-in Nepal) City Administrator Marcos MontesDeOca Present City Clerk Lane Gamiotea Present Deputy City Clerk Bobbie Jenkins Present L Fire Chief Herb Smith*lak�reserrt— f;t Lu-Z Police Chief Bob Peterson Present Public Works Director David Allen Present Indfa Rled-el Firma Dlrecky Prektit 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. WRhc rioiw 6"u«,(ckumati ono, and kocn MoU.; G flflarn VVard's appflcafuon was. d stdb-- ad to lb(u onol�c�r. ci whi h Phew &.Asiness Rom VM.E., New Kern VMJ. was added. 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. Mayor Watford asked whether there were any comment cards presented for public comment. Uj� V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS — Mayor A. Present a Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Dallon Boyd for his service as a Trustee on the Police Officers' Pension Fund Board. Mayor Watford presented Mr. Dallon Boyd with a Certificate of Appreciation that read as follows: "The City of Okeechobee recognizes the Valuable Contribution of Community Involvement and Hereby Extends this Expression of Grateful Appreciation to Dallon Boyd for Faithful Service as a Dedicated Member Appointed to the Police Officers' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees February 21, 2018 to March 12, 2019." do )� sidaf Thao qou o �wWu bff al;vuj�-. W60,4 1� 40 1 /080. Page 1 of 16 B. Proclaim the week of April 7 —13, 2019 as "Crime Victims' Rights Week." April 7 through 13, 2019, was proclaimed as Crime Victims' Rights Week; Mayor Watford presented the proclamation to Ms. Marie Figueroa, Victim Advocate. The proclamation was read into the record as follows: "Whereas, in 198Z the President's Task Force on Victims of Crime envisioned a national commitment to a more equitable and supportive response to victims; and Whereas, this commemorative week celebrates the energy, perseverance and commitment that launched the victims' rights movement, inspired its progress, and continues to advance the cause of justice for crime victims; and Whereas, crime can leave a lasting impact on any person, regardless of age, national origin, race, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, immigration, or economic status; and Whereas, incorporating communities' existing experts and trusted sources of support into efforts to fully serve survivors will develop a criminal justice system response that is truly accessible and appropriate for all victim;: of crime; and Whereas, with the unwavering support of their communities an(; victim service providers behind them, survivors will be empowered to face their grief, loss, fear, anger, and hope without fear of judgment, and will feel understood, heard, and respected, and Whereas, serving victims and rebuilding their trust restores hope to victims and survivors, as well as supports thriving communities; and Whereas, engaging a broader array of healthcare providers, community leaders, faith organizations, educators and businesses can provide new links between victims and services that improve their safety, healing, and access to justice; and Whereas, honoring the rights of victims, including the rights to be heard and to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect, and working to meet their needs rebuilds their trust in the criminal justice and social service systems; and Whereas, National Crime Victims' Rights Week provides an opportunity to recommit to ensuring that all victims of crime — especially those who are challenging to reach or serve — are offered culturally and linguistically accessible and appropriate services in the aftermath of crime; and Whereas, the City of Okeechobee is hereby dedicated to strengthening victims and survivors in the aftermath of crime, building resilience in our communities and our victim responders, and working for a better future for all victims and survivors. Now, Therefore, 1, Dowling R. Watford, Jr., by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim Apri 7 through 13, 2019 as Crime Victims' Rights Week. C. Proclaim April 2, 2019 as "National Service Recognition Day." Mayor Watford proclaimed April 2, 2019, as National Service Recognition Day. He presented a Proclamation to Ms. Jenna Taylor, Program Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters, which was read into the record as follows: "Whereas, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our challenges; and Whereas, the nation's elected leaders are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective strategy to meet their needs; and Whereas, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants address the most pressing challenges facing our communities; they educate students for 21st century jobs, fight the opioid epidemic, respond to natural disasters, and support Veterans and military families; and Whereas, national service expands economic opportunity by creating more sustainable, resilient communities and providing education, career skills, and leadership abilities for those who serve; and Whereas, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants serve in more than 50,000 locations across the country, bolstering the civic, neighborhood, and faith -based organizations that are so vital to our economic and social well-being; and Whereas, national service participants increase the impact of the organizations they serve, both through their direct service and by managing millions of additional volunteers; and Whereas, national service represents a unique public -private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and Whereas, national service participants demonstrate commitment, dedication, and patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and Whereas, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with local leaders nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with the National League of Cities, the National Association of Counties, Cities of Service, and local leaders across the country for National Service Recognition Day on April 2, 2019. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, 1, Dowling R. Watford, Jr., by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 2, 2019 as `National Service Recognition Day'." Page 2 of 16 D. Present Certificates of Outstanding Service for assisting Veterans in need. ITEM WAS WITHDRAWN FROM AGENDA E. Recognize Fire Chief Herb Smith for placing First and Police Sgt. Aurelio Almazan for placing second in the First Responders portion of the Demolition Derby at the Okeechobee County Fair. lUa.�tur l,+ru'e �Dre�e� F. Present a Resolution to Mayor Dowling Watford from the Florida League of Cities for Thirty -Five years of service to the City of Okeechobee. Mayor Watford was presented with a Resolution for his thirty-five years of elected service by Mr. Mark Sittig representing the Florida League of Cities, Inc. The Resolution was read into the record as follows: "A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES, INC., HONORING DOWLING R. WATFORD, JR. FOR THIRTY FIVE YEARS OF ELECTED SERVICE, AND PRESENTING HIM WITH THE JOHN LAND YEARS OF SERVICE AWARD IN RECOGNITION OF HIS UNSELFISH COMMITMENT TO MUNICIPAL LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE. Whereas, America's municipal governments have long relied upon the unselfish leadership of their citizens for local self- government, and Florida's municipal governments share the time-honored role as the level of government closest to the people; and Whereas, this reliance places extraordinary responsibilities upon citizen legislators — municipal elected officials — who make significant sacrifices of their time and energies on behalf of their citizenry, often for little to no compensation, making this commitment a true labor of love; and Whereas, municipal leaders strive for excellence in the governance of their city, town or village, and commit themselves to providing quality services, governing effectively and working to improve the quality of life; and Whereas, the League has named its Years of Service recognition in honor of John Land, the Mayor of Apopka between the years of 1949 and 2014; a leader whose dedication is unsurpassed at the national and state levels, and who modeled the way for decades of municipal leaders; and Whereas, several terms in office is a high compliment voters give to an official, and with these years of experience comes a strengthening of wisdom, discernment and strong leadership skills that brings tremendous value to the municipal governments of Florida; and Whereas, Dowling R. Watford, Jr. has held office in the City of Okeechobee for thirty five years and is recognized for this achievement. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Board of Directors of the Florida League of Cities, Inc.: That Dowling R. Watford, Jr. is commended for his dedication to the City of Okeechobee and is hereby recognized as an outstanding public servant in Florida. ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ASSEMBLED THIS 17TH DAY OF AUGUST 2018, IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA." V,�r rare an und w&«.l Pal DW- hnd,(,ed b ham 1q60 G0& �-ft l_Mih"- "I'd /_� tZ h � 4�& a Page 3 of 16 VI. MINUTES — City Clerk A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the March meeting and the March 19, 2019 Town Hall meeting. Council Member 9 moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Counci ion 2019, Regular meeting and the March 19, 2019, Town Hall meeting; seconded by Council MembepT, VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK_— YEA__ JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA MOTION CARRIED. VII. WARRANT REGISTER — City Administrator A. Motion to approve the February 2019 Warrant Register. General Fund $502,330.91 Public Facilities Improvement Fund $ 12,203.44 Law Enforcement Special Fund $ 50.00 5, 2019 regular for the March 5, t dwj�&& Council Memberh, 'L." moved to approve the February 2019 Warrant Register in the amounts: General Fund, five hundred two thousand, three hundred thirty dollars and ninety-one cents ($502,330.91); Public Facilities Improvement Fund, twelve thousand, two hundred three dollars and forty-four s ($12,203.44); and Law Enforcement Special Fund, fifty dollars and zero cents ($50.00); seconded by Council Member,. No Otsatcosln WATFORD — YEA JARRIEL — YEA VOTE: ABNEY — YEA KEEFE — YEA CLARK - YEA MOTION CARRIED. Page 4 of 16 &Skdw D� WiAdeis4Otor,1rc ktc ds VIII. NEW BUSINESS ��11A. Presentation of the City w web�TfFire he fly Group,Finance Director (Exhibit 1). At the June 20, 2017, Regular Council meeting, the Council approved contract negotiations for RFQ No. ADM-01-00-05-17, Website Design and Replacement and Enhance Communication with Firefly Group. The Council approved a Contract with Firefly Communications at the November 14, 2017, Regular meeting. e �a�u O1r`Xkr so preuc� d 1/ara�f �e � lllaiUt G��°r.�? -, 27t d2 � AW Wa6d- Mho. rchfl"e. 1j SRC f �d.� 7' a/`rp � CON"" 6uvvs ses-. Ce ail aX61W. � NOW eps&l-�b zerosOAX- coon- I fA �� ce lk- �uw�f�//� 14SWz d � � A 0 fmct 4&0 rd� 4 :Perna ► s�cm I�t� �ccatc s.4MA#- ppfflQ,' . Fu-tu-�'e -n '�� �P�f M0 Q- cap'► S r�d a l7� Serf -� aft Page 5 of 16 B.1.a) Motion to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only and set April 16, 2019 as a final public hearing date, revising the formal bidding procedures and proposal requirements, increasing authorized purchase amounts by the City Administrator and Department Heads — City Administrator (Exhibit 2). Council Member moved to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only and set April 16, 2019, as a Final Public Hearing date, revising the formal bidding procedures and proposal requirements, increasing authorized purchase amounts by the City Administrator and Department Heads; seconded by Council Member fiL b) Vote on motion. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK YEA— JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA OTION CARRIED., c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only. Mayor Watford read proposed Ordinance No. 1182 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES SUBPART A, GENERAL, CHAPTER 2- ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV -FINANCIAL MATTERS, DIVISION 3-MUNICIPAL PURCHASING, SECTIONS 2-284, 2- 285, AND 2-286 THEREOF; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 584, SECTIONS IV(A), IV(A)(4), IV(A)(7), SECTION V(A), AND SECTION VI; INCREASING AUTHORIZED MUNICIPAL PURCHASES BY THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS; BY AMENDING REQUIREMENTS FOR FORMAL BIDDING AND PROPOSALS IN MUNICIPAL PURCHASES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." 2.a) Motion to rove the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1182. Council Member moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1182; seconded by Council Member b) Public comments and discussion. Ordinance No. 584 was enacted on November 18, 1986, which set out the current limits. The cost of living, and goods and services has increased a great deal since 1986 and the current limits on municipal purchasing are insufficient. The proposed amendments to Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart A -General Ordinances; Chapter 2-Administration; Article IV -Financial Matters; Division 3-Municipal Purchasing as follows: Section 2-284 Formal bidding procedures; when implemented; requirements. All purchases of supplies, equipment, and contractual services, except as allowed through emergency procedures of the city or other procedures dictated by state law when the estimated cost thereof exceeds $7,500.00 $15,000.00 shall be acquired by formal bid in the following manner: (4) Contracts which total $7,500.00 $15,000.00 or less shall be awarded by the city administrator; contracts above $7,500.00 $15,000.00 shall be awarded by the city council. (7) The city council, for purchases over $7,500.00 15 000.00, and the city administrator for purchases under $7,500.00 $15,000,00, reserve the right to waive formalities or technicalities in a bid, reject any or all bids, make awards to separate bidders, make awards to more than one bidder, and accept or reject parts of the bids when, in their judgement such action is in the best interests of the city. Section 2-285 Proposals; when required; procedures. As distinguished from formal bidding, proposals shall be acquired when the estimated cost of a purchase will be over $500.00 $1,000.00 but less than $7,500.08 $15,000.00 and in the following manner: Section 2-286 Open market purchases. With the approval of the dty--administrator department head, field purchase orders may be used by using agencies for immediate purchases of supplies, materials and services not to exceed $500.00 1 000.00. All such expenditures shall be properly receipted to, and documented upon the city records. Page 6 of 16 C) Vote on motion. VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK-_YEk-- — JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA DTION CARRI Page 7 of 16 C. Motion to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the Re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment — Mayor (Exhibit 3). Council Member _ moved to adopt proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 regarding the support of the Re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee Operations by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act Assessment; seconded by Council Member ,i� Mayor Watford read proposed Resolution No. 2019-02 by title only as follows: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; ON THE RE-EVALUATION 07 LAKE OKEECHOBEE OPERATIONS BY THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS PURSUANT TO THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE LAKE OKEECHOBEE SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." ow- soluh�n 80w9ahms wl ��ssianv (Y&S, Naa &-mr, #Mcjry Qa1m 1°i06H lIv �[ua� �aalct�en dravl2¢tb�uaP/� Od�ja�rd �h0.� G� iUhPY� monrm {a amend PsAbo b add luh¢,-�¢s l�k wA m6ho h amend knWd �jan� R�Acv- k AM kylle" &MYM 51OW-S q4w Qe34hms pp�Cfy�nlfW2ln'Cens IJichul SWiaulkdaouecl (ark dlutl� fo dryp Na/vul td� - �oYrLPr7t2 CQ4/e4a(, fhu�uU�/aG lus side ko 6ty Farm �' (z CAL F Fxo,�z srumo�j» 45s�� VOTEM I ( ('f11 ac, kf11QU1dad WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA ARR Page 8 of 16 D. Discussion pertaining to Florida Senate Bill 175$ Water Quality Improvements —Council Member Jarriel (Exhibit 4). �rpe�c- C�a_ 6�w ?�1 do f &all paw. ����; P an Catces�6yr�( �lrt��tan�J. �/ 6� �//-�'� 4Y�UY�c?�✓i� . Ep Gju � Dw- S{r I rtoi� o.�d bdl?a� o� ? ��Jo� le&r"51-nay ILK-RIPOW "',h�'�t�ea'ri S /Y C-) r - a ri '�r�siriti�rs� �ucrcts Page 9 of 16 E. Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board Appointments — City Clerk (Exhibit 5). [A REVISED EXHIBIT #5 WAS DISTRIBUTED -William Ward's Application] There are three current regular Board Members whose terms sunset on April 30, 2019. Two of the three have requested to be considered for re -appointment for another three-year term. Their attendance record for the last term is as follows: there have been 22 meetings held between May 1, 2016 to March 31, 2019. During this time, Mr. McCoy has been absent with consent for three meetings, and Mr. Baughman has been absent with consent twice. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Council Member DIC., moved to re -appoint Regular Members Mr. Doug McCoy and Mr. Phil Baughman, terms being May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022; seconded by Council Member. N0 chi scvss 16 VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE— YEA 2CME}TION�A�F ED. Mr. Batton has requested not to be considered for re -appointment at the end of his term. This will create an opportunity for the Council to consider moving one of the two alternate members to a regular member position. Keep in mind that the new term for the alternate will not begin until May 1, 2019. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Council Member K,_1 moved to to re -assign Alternate Member to a Regular Member position, term being May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022; seconded by Council Member. NO G� 9 cttl;s I VIM VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLLA�RK--YEEA_ JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA "J OIVI TION CARRIED. Should Council approve the previous motion, this will create a vacancy for an Alternate Member. Advertisements and notices have been published in the local newspaper and other media sources over the last three weeks. In addition to the two we already have on file, we have received e% two new application. All three four are attached for your review and consideration. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Applications submitted were Mr. Michael O'Connor, Mr. James Shaw, Ms. Roberta Ann Vu, and Mr. William Ward. Council Member moved to appoint as an Alternate Member (term depending on action taken on previous motion); seconded by Council Member 3 a rub" 4�ko- Sk,+n 2 f CCU'► be q S *d WATFORD — YEA JARRIEL — YEA VOTE: ABNEY—YEA KEEFE — YEA CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Page 10 of 16 F. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear — Chief Smith (Exhibit 6). Council Member moved to approve an expenditure in the amount of $17,997.96 o,I Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear; seconded by Council Member14, � mov VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CL RK—Y JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA 40TION CARRIED. G. Motion to approve an expenditure in the amount of $8,645.00 to Temple Display, Ltd. for the purchase of a 22 foot Christmas tree with a 6 foot star topper for use at City Hall Park during the holiday season — Public Works Director Allen (Exhibit 7). Council Member r moved to approve an expenditure in the amount of $8,645.00 to Temple Display, Ltd. for the purchase of a 22 foot Christmas tree with a 6 foot star topper for use at City Hall Park during the holiday season; seconded by Council Membe. � P t�U►�- Hvcv !rm 1vtU IJ Try Ys, lt9kts VOTE: WATFORD — YEA ABNEY — YEA CLARK — YEA JARRIEL — YEA KEEFE — YEA IG�O ON CARRIED. Page 11 of 16 H. Consider a motion to initiate a Charter Review — Council Memb1i"fe. � D �tuo � ��s r � lrlu�u�Jtl 7p- Fc�cl l9lea-l9t2rr MaAIW fa 1fyhiyld Nqr/V� ��u-�. revc���'�I�OC V din � y ne firms- M�u � ? DO hMI. IMPOSSIbIp. w, Omd elan, viol uho moo- PIN) pacf-I�sPYeOdtVJ� iifr�u�ur.� mn.�nher�-• Page 12 of 16 Ulan hbw qand rvurfin9-mead eveit�d vts. ��a+ Cadr �irFarce�ilcirs l�mav�aw /ar�i�q�i umd l�J — l�,l P �aw� s lu{ iu,� � farf avid c hend6�0#k issirm losIn S�a�k� � L.►d�as V'Qad �m am hcm' ��'-�� m �S Saar .f2etu�d• p�Qvtu,�c�tus �r WATFORD — YEA .IARRIEL — YEA Vhlss�a�i jvI s(tm sfln] X� Marn VOTE: ABNEY — YEA KEEFE — YEA CLARK — YEA MOTION CARRIED. Page 13 of 16 ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA: I. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses — City Administrator (Exhibit #8). City Administrators responses to the comment cards listed in order as reflected in the official minutes of the March 19, 2019, Town Hall Meeting. Item 1 - As stated, the City of Okeechobee has begun with our full time traffic unit. This unit incorporates a car, motor unit, as well as speed control signs. The City Police Department is diligently mapping and gathering data on several roadways to ensure that the correct assets are placed at the proper time to reduce speeders. School Resource Officers will continue to train and work in their capacity to provide the hh ghest level of service and security possible. i) J QSsaw W aku f Op of-6-*0-4 ? Yes BP- Sigr1s h)6wd an Itq&daq. Spe i q i8stusj times UO same. mno pui-dc�}a on uxbs�k. spond 9en�fema11?Yes Item 2 - The Public Works Department has begun checking and cleaning the roadway crossings and culverts in the area of SW 51h Avenue and SW 151h Street. A large portion of the drainage issue however is rear lots which have no access or drainage easements for flows to the adjacent Right of ways. We will continue to work with residents to ensure we can resolve the drainage issue as much as possible. Item 3 - Previously discussed at Council Comments and now placed on the April 2, 2019 City Council Agenda the initialization for a charter review will be up for discussion. This could address the basis of item 1, and other issues which are typically attributed to aged and un-reviewed charters. Currently in progress from the City Clerk's office is the policy and procedures manual for Council. Under administration, we have met with departments and have not found "unwritten" policies which are followed. We have discussed updating procedures and any perceived policy or notions to ensure transparency. The City website is current in its "soft open" debut to the public and will debut at April 2, 2019 Council meeting. The website has addressed the largest complaint received by the public by not having the ability to post agenda exhibits. The website now is able to work, as with other typical municipal agencies, to post agendas, exhibits, and other user-friendly documents. We have also undergone the ADA compliance for the website. This is an ongoing item, but will continue to be a concern. For the website future, we are working with Firefly and will be coming back with more details, photos, and other work orders. The potential upcoming work orders include items such as digital payments online for business tax receipts and building permits. Positive feedback has been received during this time of soft opening as well from the public. As to continue with the transparency request, we will now be adding the draft minutes as exhibits to the agenda with watermarks to ensure the public has an opportunity to view the minutes as with other exhibits on city council agendas. Video access and recording of meetings were reviewed and are costly with several concerns, such as the requirement for true ADA viewing, as with other smaller communities. Simply posting a live feed and/or recording the video for archive is not sufficient to meet the current federal requirements. We are working with Public Risk Management (PRM) to ensure we comply with the current regulations. Working with the Clerk's office, we currently have audio, which is available, as well as written minutes, for each meeting. Aesthetics are a primary concern for the city as well. Over the past few years we have made the introduction of landscaping into open areas a primary concern. In addition to these past landscaping items, public works has now started to incorporate a listing beginning with our main corridors (Highway 441 & Highway 70) some additional median and overall appearance improvements. These include cleaning up and replacing median plants, mulching, and back of sidewalk trimming. Currently the City does maintain and spray for nuisance vegetation, and maintain the medians. More of an emphasis will be taken to address these concerns and make the City more "presentable". Upcoming potential tasks to be directed by council could be to create a mission statement and strategic plan. Currently the City strives to ensure the highest level of municipal service at the most efficient cost to all our citizens, businesses, and visitors. The adoption of a landscape plan is currently being discussed and insuring we focus on placing our oak trees in the park, which until recently, had not been replaced. The Flagler parks and Centennial park will incorporate the backbone larger oaks and trees as focal points, with additional plantings to follow. This; is in conjunction with working, replacing, and adding landscaping for all City -controlled areas. The City's past mowing of right-of-ways has increased and been more efficient. We have started and questioned the sweeping contract yet again to ensure proper service. Public Works has also begun a program recently to reinforce "noticing" any outstanding issues while completing other tasks. They have started fresh recently and have been working hard in all aspects of City aesthetics. Item 4 - The services provided by the City include; fire department and first response for basic life support, police department safety, and related code enforcement, public works for our city maintained areas and roadways, administrative services for building and records. These services, although basically stated, are key for our community and vital for its residents. The support services we provide are vital and if the City did not provide these services, additional costs to the county would be involved. Page 14 of 16 Item 5 - The current budget and upcoming budget will propose a focus on capital expenditures for sidewalks are minimal and an emphasis placed for maintenance and for needed repairs. Each year, over the past several, the sidewalks were constructed in areas that showed the need for the city, however it was apparent that the need for sidewalks has diminished; the growing need for the repair was needed. We do plan to continue these projects to repair and replace sidewalks. The priority has begun on the most utilized sidewalks to the least. Item 6 - A one cent sales tax would require voting on by the citizens, and would be at the discretion of the council to direct to propose this action. Currently we are focusing on Fire and the Police Departments to streamline their budgets. The focus currently with the increased forecasted revenues is to reduce millage. The reduction of millage is a first step to lower taxes, and would be suggested we continue to encourage to lower taxes for our citizens, while being cognizant not to reduce any of the services we provido as a city, if at all possible. DUf - rear fa School I$wrd- coot6q P�' W ? being moo unl I Iffuut kin Item 7 - Implementation of voting rights for business owners to vote is a complex issue. As attorney Cook is out of town currently, I would refer to him. However, from some review of Florida State Statues, voting must be done by residents of the municipality and not specifically by the property owner. The ownership of property does not indicate voting rights per Florida State Statue, but alternatively refers to residency, insuring all those residences could have a voice in a city or municipality equally. The ownership of property does not indicate validity, nor criminal background, citizenship or eligibility. We as a City however will continue to make the City be presentable and accommodating for businesses as much as possible through our Land Development Regulations. We hope businesses will continue to voice their concerns as community partners. Exhibits for City Council Agendas, beginning with the current meeting, are now posted for review by the public. It will be policy for staff to complete all items on the agenda within the City for posting if possible prior to the meeting for all to review. The new website is key in implementing this new change. Code Enforcement for repeat offenders will now be handled by the Code Enforcement Magistrate. The new code enforcement process will be highlighted in detail at the April 16, 2019 City Council meeting. Several changes and concerns have also been addressed with the upcoming changes. Item 8 - I have worked with Waste Management and driven the city and found several areas of debris piles. The stack mentioned as well as others have been removed. We will continue to have discussions with Waste Management on improving pickup for these areas. It was disturbing these areas were not remedied prior to our discussions by Waste Management. Currently the Police Department, as mentioned before, will be taking data on the main thoroughfares of the city. Although traffic and trip data for this street has not been taken, typically the traffic data is 1500-2500 trips per day on local roadways within the City of Okeechobee. Typically the acceptable levels are above 10,000 trips per day. Item 9 - We have modified the business tax receipt process in the past years; it is unclear what the concern was after his comments, unless change of location for additional services added. Specifically these BTR renewals must consider any and all modifications for a business to ensure they meet applicable City codes. As noted bove wi the future website modifications, the renewal of these BTRs are potentially to be completed online. DUc- eMplali* on nohirc - -- © b huts ownik. 3n6lrcr& p, n. FDOT will continue to work with timing on the Main Intersection; however it is important to know that the light is secondary due to the amount of traffic at this intersection. The intersection is merely at capacity currently. The volumes experienced at this light are typical for intersections of their size and volumes around the state. We will continue to support FDOT in their timing and other discussions at this location. Code enforcement again will be highlighted in upcoming meetings, with the proposed nuisances. Code enforcement proposed however will be more expedient, direct, and proposed to be smoother for all parties. Roadway repairs to SE 3rd Avenue have been noted for FDOT's maintenance operators. This item was noted to the department previously, however has been re -noticed to them last week. PW-FOOT Rspons'41041 Dau►d anti nmhv FpOTola,n Item 10 - As previously noted, implementation of voting rights for business owners to vote is a complex issue. As attorney Cook is out of town currently, I would refer to him. However, from some review of the Florida State Statutes, voting must be done by residents of Page 15 of 16 the municipality and not specifically by the property owner. The ownership of property does not indicate voting rights per Florida State Statute, but alternatively refers to residency, insuring all those residences could have a voice in a city or municipality equally. The ownership of property does not indicate validity, nor criminal background, citizenship or eligibility. We as a City however will continue to make the City be presentable and accommodating for businesses as much as possible through our Land Development Regulations. We hope businesses will continue to voice their concerns as community partners. Item 11 - Parking in this area has been full. I have spoken to several businesses and voiced a concern, however as stated it is public parking. Parking is limited, however I travel this area several times a week and have not seen an area where more than a block separates the business from parking. Public Works has been made aware of the issue and is discussing this area with FPL for potential street lights. This may be part of a llaa Igor uoie cwith thecounty and FPL changing our street lights to high output LED. piR - IAswt au ( (m f Gus? Nl�o drscussrvty Communication for downtown events and parks has greatly improved over the past years with Okeechobee Main Street and Okeechobee County Chamber of Commerce. These organizations have had several events and partnerships to encourage business owners, citizens, and visitors alike to participate in the events within the City. Although Speckled Perch Festival did seem less than normal in attendance, it is hopeful with these organizations and increased traffic on our City Website with upcoming event calendar will generate much needed community involvement. Out of town food trucks are not permitted in the city to operate as in the county. Currently special events do incorporate food trucks; the on -going concern is from the food trucks setup in the county commercial lots on our main thoroughfares. Public works has been made aware of the canals and there is a schedule typically followed for these areas. More inspections of these areas will take place to ensure the canals are treated for vegetation. It is another concern tied to the lowering of Lake Okeechobee water levels if these shallow canals will be navigable in future periods. We did address these among several items at our past meeting with Congressmen Steube. Conclusion - As city staff, we are working with our residents and business owners to continually make Okeechobee a better place to visit, work and live. I would personally note, as the comments were well received, the general nature and tone for the overall event was positive. This memo did exclude positive comments and notes. We will strive to make improvements and be more proactive than reactive to all aspects of city operation. I have reminded staff that we will continue to receive, note and check, even change as needed, to address concerns. w Pac�em. q wall umxmd Sfaff f6r w6Yur� 0 `l tus �mku a Tar. r. , Sao Scard �1cr � rearAjUgd d- � fa dph�u w� ��tms i ak,2n I ll, pvaqd WA �t�urnal " pK mot�u�,A l�o'd b�-annur.A mc- noun �'ry Tbwtt H&.l inckad ORU a T1 Lear_ Tl�mf�s; I�tl� fecund. of of ni yh�. ILK" �-�'" MC— qrck IX. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor br There being no further items on the agenda, Mayor Watford adjourned the meeting at �® P.M. Page 16 of 16 I r ov sohJ7 ffv S-lb 129 vlooy 0) ip�g ua�PoNUU1 Sabi POM 5�)Vv d �m op (VS Isjh L� oqSI-A' 4P SIAII L -47SAIP .GuruaYW m�irswa� 3'7F"w Qf X/WASsaul �J 9b mob' w� rnS oybl --qll 109 YOW PIPIp- -Y/ V, • �� `smay Vyjo fo # zununuiw ° ��.cf u�v ,cv uncpsod t�- a�� ��rn Amw,�Vpw m Urn -brn 'Y 'l illl Vill. E. plc- CoinFG�r lu! (Josd�ti� nw L�n,�w �Aafid Aja m1itnw1w, Qw Affq &ot Jul- Ggao queonak. �oRr achm h 41w m��q � Irohi�mwVvd Wudgs-- e i�`:•,�II°+�Y. S�iii iiii,� `i'o'';.�i i ,�#` ," "✓/ R' AIF I I F. p�', t�tw � .- � • B A_ i._ ._ice 1 • t f'.4 IT, ;To," • /&,,/ P, 4f i L office of the Mallor okeec ogee Fforiba WHEREAS, in 1982, the Presidents Task Force on Victims of Crime envisioned a national commitment to a more equitable and supportive response to victims; and WHEREAT', this commemorative week celebrates the energy, perseverance and commitment that launched the victims' rights movement, inspired its progress, and continues to advance the cause of justice for crime victims; and WHEREAS, crime can leave a lasting impact on any person, regardless of age, national origin, race, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, immigration, or economic status; and IEREAS, incorporating communities' existing experts and trusted sources of support into efforts to fully serve survivors will develop a criminal justice system response that is truly accessible and appropriate for all victims of crime; and WHEREAS, with the unwavering support of their communities and victim service providers behind them, survivors will be empowered to face their grief, loss, fear, anger, and hope without fear of judgment, and will feel understood, heard, and respected; and WHEREAS, serving victims and rebuilding their trust restores hope to victims and survivors, as well as supports thriving communities; and WHEREAS, engaging a broader array of healthcare providers, community leaders, faith organizations, educators and businesses can provide new links between victims and services that improve their safety, healing, and access to justice, and WHEREAS, honoring the rights of victims, including the rights to be heard and to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect, and working to meet their needs rebuilds their trust in the criminal justice and social service systems; and WHEREAS, National Crime Victims' Rights Week provides an opportunity to recommit to ensuring that all victims of crime - especially those who are challenging to reach or serve - are offered culturally and linguistically accessible and appropriate services in the aftermath of crime; and WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee is hereby dedicated to strengthening victims and survivors in the aftermath of crime, building resilience in our communities and our victim responders, and workingfor a better futurefor all victims and survivors. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Dowling R. Watford, Jr., by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 7 -13, 2019 as Crime Victims' Rights Week. In witness whereof, on April 2, 2019, I have set my h d and caused this seal to be a ix�d Ir Dowling R( Watfor , Jr. w' Attest: t _. To ea, C, City Cler %. Okeechobee, Ffariba WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our challenges; and 14WEREAS, the nation's elected leaders are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost- effective strategy to meet their needs; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants address the most . pressing challenges facing our communities; they educate students for 215f century jobs, fight the opioid epidemic, respond to natural disasters, and support veterans and military families; and WHEREAS, national service expands economic opportunity by creating more sustainable, resilient communities and providing education, career skills, and leadership abilities for those who serve; and WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants serve in more than 50,000 locations across the country, bolstering the civic, neighborhood, and faith -based organizations that are so vital to our economic and social well-being; and WHEREAS, national service participants increase the impact of the organizations they serve, both through their direct service and by managing millions of additional volunteers; and WHEREAS, national service represents a unique public -private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and WHEREAS, national service participants demonstrate commitment, dedication, and patriotism by malting an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and WHEREAS, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with local leaders nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with the National League of Cities, the National Association of Counties, Cities of Service, and local leaders across the country for National Service Recognition Day on April 2, 2019. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, I, Dowling R. Watford, Jr., by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 2, 2019 as "National Service Recognition Day." In witness whereof, on April 2, 2019, I have set my hand and caused this seal to be affi�rd iotea, CMC, City Clerk A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES, INC., HONORING DOWLING R. WATFORD, JR. FOR THIRTY FIVE YEARS OF ELECTED SERVICE, AND PRESENTING HIM WITH THE JOHN LAND YEARS OF SERVICE AWARD IN RECOGNITION OF HIS UNSELFISH COMMITMENT TO MUNICIPAL LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE. WHEREAS, America's municipal governments have long relied upon the unselfish leadership of their citizens for local self-government, and Florida's municipal governments share the time-honored role as the level of government closest to the people; and WHEREAS, this reliance places extraordinary responsibilities upon citizen legislators — municipal elected officials — who make significant sacrifices of their time and energies on behalf of their citizenry, often for little to no compensation, making this commitment a true labor of love; and WHEREAS, municipal leaders strive for excellence in the governance of their city, town or village, and commit themselves to providing quality services, governing effectively and working to improve the quality of life; and WHEREAS, the League has named its Years of Service recognition in honor of John Land, the mayor of Apopka between the years of 1949 and 2014; a leader whose dedication is unsurpassed at the national and state levels, and who modeled the way for decades of municipal leaders; and WHEREAS, several terms in office is a high compliment voters give to an official, and with these years of experience comes a strengthening of wisdom, discernment and strong leadership skills that brings tremendous value to the municipal governments of Florida; and WHEREAS, Dowling R. Watford, Jr. has held office in the City of Okeechobee for thirty five years and is recognized for this achievement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES, INC.: That Dowling R. Watford, Jr. is commended for his dedication to the City of Okeechobee and is hereby recognized as an outstanding public servant in Florida. ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ASSEMBLED THIS 17TH DAY OF AUGUST 2018, IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA. Bobbie Jenkins From: Robin Brock Sent: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 1:16 PM To: Lane Gamiotea; Bobbie Jenkins Subject: FLC Presenter of Mayor award For your information, Mark Sittig from the League will be the presenter tonight. O O , Cs Robin Brock Executive Assistant City of Okeechobee 55 SE 3rd Avenue Okeechobee, FL 34974 (863)763-3372 (863)763-9812 (direct) FAX: (863)763-1686 Email: rbrockCa cityofokeecho bee. com Website: http://www.citVofokeechobee.com NOTICE: Due to Florida's broad public record laws, this email may be subject to public disclosure. Exhibit City of okeecho6ee I � :1-------------� .. .... -- I., City C'Yalpit7ii- --.......... ................................................... City Fornis ca ear Auld is field Ifirrcli. -Eat co"!Preliensive Plan out qftort -it -visitors atriflo r -rev COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -we fitre-e lofd-values Auld itery -visioiw 0" tfir 4tf" Silt uri4ly ill I"* w.': ADA COMPLIANCE NOTICE Our website Is currently under renovation .our locatioir rizakts okyeg-ryofiee tfie agitervily to South Tiorida -rcirry coirveirre"t disabled Individuals. If you encounter any E feature that is Inaccessible and would like assistance please contact Kim Barnes at Vail reant to 6e and gr1oily -tvitfi, trie ('12'am6er of ('mynnerce of Oreecrio6e: Cit Record.; Ctistodian Contact Liforniation Car Public.1feerhig Notices: ' r• Exhibit 2 April 2, 2019 ORDINANCE NO. 1182 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES SUBPART A, GENERAL, CHAPTER 2-ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE IV -FINANCIAL MATTERS, DIVISION 3-MUNICIPAL PURCHASING, SECTIONS 2-284, 2-285, AND 2-286 THEREOF; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 584, SECTIONS IV(A), IV(A)(4), IV(A)(7), SECTION V(A), AND SECTION VI; INCREASING AUTHORIZED MUNICIPAL PURCHASES BY THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS; BY AMENDING REQUIREMENTS FOR FORMAL BIDDING AND PROPOSALS IN MUNICIPAL PURCHASES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Code of Ordinances within the City of Okeechobee, Florida adopted in 1982 certain requirements for authorized purchases by the City Administrator and Department Heads, with direction requiring formal bidding for purchases, and requests for proposals; and WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee additionally enacted Ordinance No. 584 on November 18, 1986, which must be amended to conform to the amendments set out herein; and WHEREAS, it is recognized that in the ensuing thirty years subsequent to those Ordinances the cost of living, and goods and services has increased a great deal, and the current limits on municipal purchasing are insufficient; and WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee finds that it is in the best interests for the day-to-day operations and functioning of the City that the limits on municipal purchasing, methods of bidding and request for proposals be amended as well. NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida; presented at a duly advertised public meeting; and passed by majority vote of the City Council; and properly executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City: SECTION 1: That the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, Florida, amends herein Part II of the Code of Ordinances, Subpart A -General Ordinances; Chapter 2-Administration; Article IV -Financial Matters; Division 3-Municipal Purchasing; as follows: Section 2-284 Formal bidding procedures; when implemented; requirements. All purchases of supplies, equipment, and contractual services, except as allowed through emergency procedures of the city or other procedures dictated by state law when the estimated cost thereof exceeds $7,500.00 $15,000.00 shall be acquired by formal bid in the following manner: (1) A notice inviting bids shall be mailed to, or published in, one or more of the following sources at least once, and at least ten calendar days preceding the last day set for the receipt of bids: a. One legal newspaper having general distribution within the city and a substantial area surrounding the city. b. Trade or service publications related to the materials or services being purchased. c. Direct mail notices sent to firms dealing in the materials or services being purchased. (2) When deemed necessary, bid deposits shall be prescribed in the notice which deposits shall be returnable to unsuccessful bidders, such deposits shall be forfeited by a successful bidder who fails to execute a contract within ten calendar days after award or otherwise defaults. (3) Bids shall be submitted sealed to the city administrator's office, identified as sealed bids on the envelope, and shall be opened in public at the time and place designated in the notice. (4) Contracts which total $7,500.00 $15,000.00 or less shall be awarded by the city administrator; contracts above $7,500.00 $15,000.00 shall be awarded by the city council. (5) All awards will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, the determination of which shall consider the following factors: a. The character, integrity, reputation, judgement, experience and efficiency of the bidder. b. The ability, capability, financial stability, experience of staff and skill of the bidder to perform the contract. Ordinance No. 1182 - Page 1 of 3 Language to be added is underlined. Language to be deleted is GY-1, thm gh. ti c. The quality, availability, and adaptability of the supplies or contractual services to the particular use required. d. The ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service for the work as required by the contract. e. The quality of performance of previous contracts and whether the bidder can perform the contract within the time specified, without delay or interference. f. Contractors not presently in default on other projects. (6) A contractor or vendor may be required to provide a performance bond and a separate payment bond to guarantee the full and faithful performance of his contract obligations and the payment of labor and materials expended pursuant to the contract, whenever and in such amounts as is deemed necessary. The surety company must be licensed to conduct business in the state and whose company is on the current list of "Companies Holding Certificates of Authority as Acceptable Sureties on Federal Bonds and as Acceptable Reinsuring Companies," as published in Circular 570 (amended) by the Audit Staff Bureau of Accounts, U.S. Treasury Department. All bonds signed by an agent must be accompanied by a certified copy of the authority to act. (7) The city council, for purchases over $7,509:00 15 000.00, and the city administrator for purchases under $7,500.00 15 000.00, reserve the right to waive formalities or technicalities in a bid, reject any or all bids, make awards to separate bidders, make awards to more than one bidder, and accept or reject parts of the bids when, in their judgement such action is in the best interests of the city. Section 2-285 Proposals; when required; procedures. As distinguished from formal bidding, proposals shall be acquired when the estimated cost of a purchase will be over $500.00 $1,000.00 but less than $7,500.00 $15,000.00 and in the following manner: (1) The notice procedures for formal bidding may be used, at the discretion of the city administrator, depending upon the complexities of the expected purchase and the need for detailed explanations and specifications. (2) As an alternative, proposals may be invited by letter or telephone call to firms engaged in a business related to the contemplated purchase. (3) Proposals may be rendered in the form of an oral quotation, but should be confirmed in writing within five working days. (4) Every effort will be made to acquire at least three proposals for the item or group of items to be purchased. (5) The city administrator shall maintain appropriate records of all letters, telephone calls, and personal contacts made in connection with all invitations for proposals. Section 2-286 Open market purchases. With the approval of the water department head, field purchase orders may be used by using agencies for immediate purchases of supplies, materials and services not to exceed $500.00 1 000.00. All such expenditures shall be properly receipted to, and documented upon the city records. SECTION 2: That the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, Florida, amends Ordinance No. 584 as follows: Section IV: Formal Bidding Procedures; When Implemented; Requirements A. All purchases of supplies, equipment, and contractual services, except as allowed through emergency procedures of the city or other procedures dictated by state law when the estimated cost thereof exceeds $7,500.00 $15,000.00 shall be acquired by formal bid in the following manner: (4) Contracts which total $7,500.00 $15,000.00 or less shall be awarded by the city administrator; contracts above $7,500.00 $15,000.00 shall be awarded by the city council. (7) The city council, for purchases over $7,500.00 15 000.00, and the city administrator for purchases under $7,500.00 15 000.00, reserve the right to waive formalities or technicalities in a bid, reject any or all bids, make awards to separate bidders, make awards to more than one bidder, and accept or reject parts of the bids when, in their judgement such action is in the best interests of the city. Ordinance No. 1182 - Page 2 of 3 Language to be added is underlined. Language to be deleted is �. Section V: Proposals; When Required; Procedures A. As distinguished from formal bidding, proposals shall be acquired when the estimated cost of a purchase will be over $500.09 $1,000.00 but less than $7,500.00 $15,000.00 and in the following manner: Section VI: Open Market Purchases A. With the approval of the stty administrates department head, field purchase orders may be used by using agencies for immediate purchases of supplies, materials and services not to exceed $500.00 1 000.00. All such expenditures shall be properly receipted to, and documented upon the city records. SECTION 3: Conflict. All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. SECTION 4: Severability. If any provision or portion of this Ordinance is declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be void, unconstitutional, or unenforceable, then all remaining provisions and portions of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 5: Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage. INTRODUCED for First Reading and set for Final Public Hearing on this 2nd day of A ril, 2019. Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor ATTEST: Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second and Final Public Hearing this 19w day of February, 2019. Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor ATTEST: Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: John R. Cook, City Attorney Ordinance No. 1182 - Page 3 of 3 Language to be added is underlined. Language to be deleted is 64udNpwugh. Exhibit 3 RESOLUTION NO. 2019-02 April 2, 2019 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA; ON THE RE- EVALUATION OF LAKE OKEECHOBEE OPERATIONS BY THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS PURSUANT TO THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE LAKE OKEECHOBEE SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, Lake Okeechobee is the liquid heart of an integrated regional water management system and is essential and interconnected to communities, businesses, public water supply utilities and ecosystems throughout Okeechobee County; and WHEREAS, Lake Okeechobee is an integral component of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) and is critical to meeting the environmental restoration and water supply needs of South Florida; and WHEREAS, Lake Okeechobee is essential to protecting the region's water supply infrastructure from saltwater intrusion by providing a source of freshwater to prevent the migration of saltwater into coastal wellfields; and WHEREAS, Lake Okeechobee's authorized project purposes include flood control, water supply, recreation, navigation, environmental effects to fish and wildlife, and cultural and recreational sources; and WHEREAS, Section 1106 of the 2018 Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) directs the Secretary of the Army to expedite completion of the Lake Okeechobee regulation schedule to coincide with completion of the Herbert Hoover Dike project, and may include all relevant aspects of the CERP; and WHEREAS, in January 2019, Palm Beach County received notice from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) that, in accordance with Section 1106 of the 2018 WRDA, the Corps is beginning preparation of a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) assessment for the Lake Okeechobee System Operations Manual (LOSOM), which is to re-evaluate and define operations for the Lake Okeechobee regulation schedule that takes into account nearly complete additional infrastructure wheich will soon be operational components of the water management system; and t ,11 WHEREAS, rehabilitation activities on Lake Okeechobee's Herbert Hoover Dike by the Corps began in 2001 and are expected to be complete by 2022; and WHEREAS, the City of Okeechobee wishes to provide direction as to which measures that the City of Okeechobee supports and opposes in the Lake Okeechobee operations re-evaluation process and the resultant LOSOM. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved before the City Council for the City of Okeechobee, Florida; that the City presented at a duly advertised public meeting; and passed by majority vote of the City Council; and properly executed by the Mayor or designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City: SECTION 1. The City hereby supports the following as it relates to the re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee operations by the Corps: 1. A science -based evaluation that is transparent and acknowledges and balances all congressionally -authorized purposes of Lake Okeechobee operations; and 2. Performance measures that appropriately and accurately characterize impacts to all communities as it relates to water supply, the environment, and the economy; and 3. The incorporation of data and methods to ensure proposed operations improve lake ecology, protect water supplies and are robust and resilient to expected climatic variability; and RESOLUTION NO. 2019-02 PAGE 1 OF 2 4. The implementation of water storage and water quality treatment projects in Lake Okeechobee tributary basins north of the Lake; and 5. Lake Okeechobee operations that reduce flood risk and flood insurance premiums for residents and businesses in the Glades communities located southeast of Lake Okeechobee; and 6. Lake Okeechobee operations that assist in achieving restoration flows and other key ecosystem goals, including performance measure developed by CERP's Restoration Coordination and Verification (RECOVER) program; and 7. The avoidance and/or minimization of Lake Okeechobee discharges to the Lake Worth Lagoon, Loxahatchee River, Indian River Lagoon, St. Lucie Canal, and Caloosahatchee River; and 8. Reductions in water use restrictions and cutbacks on public water utilities and existing permitted users, as comparted to those which occur under LORS08. SECTION 2. That the City opposes the following as it relates to the re-evaluation of Lake Okeechobee operations by the Corps: 1. Drastically lowering Lake Okeechobee to levels not supported by sound science (e.g. 10.5 feet) which would induce drought conditions, impact the ability to deliver water to critical ecosystems, and result in significant environmental damage; and 2. Lake Okeechobee operations that result in increased risk of saltwater intrusion into coastal wellfields which would cause irreversible damage to freshwater supplies, affect the health and safety of residents, and result in the need for massive alternative water supply infrastructure investments; and 3. Lake Okeechobee operations that result in restrictions on recreational and commercial fishing, which would impact small businesses such as marinas, fishing guide services and the hospitality industry. SECTION 3. All Resolutions or parts of Resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Resolution, or application hereof, is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion or provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions or applications here. SECTION 5. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED in Regular Session this 2"d day of April, 2019. ATTEST: Lane Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: John R. Cook, City Attorney Dowling R. Watford, Jr., Mayor RESOLUTION NO. 2019-02 PAGE 2 OF 2 Au11Glu Din I l oo t4v i v; - I l it: rlonoa oer The Florida Senate Exhibit 4 April 2, 2019 CS/SB 1758: Water Quality Improvements GENERAL SILL by Environment and Natural Resources; Mayfield ; (CO -INTRODUCERS) Simmons; Harrell Water Quality Improvements; Citing this act as the "Clean Waterways Act"; requiring the Department of Environmental Protection, in coordination with the Department of Health, to develop a report to be submitted to the Legislature by a specified date on the impacts of trai?.sferring the onsite sewage program of the Department of Health to the Department of Environmental Protection by a type two transfer; revising the requirements for a basin management action plan for an Outstanding Florida Spring; establishing a wastewater grant program within the Department of Environmental Protection, etc. Effective Date: Except as otherwise expressly provided in Senate Committee References: this act, this act shall take effect July 1, 2019 Last Action: 3/21/2019 Senate - Pending reference review 1. Environment and Natural under Rule 4.7(2) - (Committee Substitute) Resources (EN) Bill Text: Web Page I PDF 2. Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government (AEG) 3. Appropriations (AP) Bill History Date Chambe Action 3/1/2019 Senate • Filed 3/8/2019 Senate • Referred to Environment and Natural Resources; Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government; Appropriations -SJ 222 3/13/2019 Senate • Introduced -SJ 222 3/15/2019 Senate • On Committee agenda-- Environment and Natural Resources, 03/20/19, 4:00 pm, 37 Senate Building 3/20/2019 Senate • CS by Environment and Natural Resources; YEAS 5 NAYS 0 -SJ 256 3/21/2019 Senate • Pending reference review under Rule 4.7(2) - (Committee Substitute) Related Bills B it Subject Filed By Relationship Last Action and Location Bills https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019101758 1/3 Bill Number Subject Filed By Relationship Last Action and Location Track Bills H 141 Water Quality Fine Compare Last Action: 3/15/2019 H Now in Agriculture (cl) Improvements and Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee -Hj 445 H 1395 Water Quality Raschein Compare Last Action: 3/8/2019 H Referred to Improvements Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee; Appropriations Committee; State Affairs Committee -Hj 379 S 216 Water Quality Gruters Compare Last Action: 3/14/2019 S CS by Environment (cl) Improvements and Natural Resources read 1st time -Sj 239 Bill Text Version I Posted Format S 1758 Filed 3/1/2019 4:27 PM Web Page I PDF S 1758 c1 3/21/201912:51 PM Web Page I PDF Committee Amendments S 1758 Filed 369274 - Amendment (Delete All) Environment and 3/19/2019 Replaced by Web Delete everything after the Natural Resources 4:05 PM Committee Page enacting clause and insert: (Mayfield) Substitute PDF 3/20/2019 Floor Amendments No Floor Amendments Available Bill Analyses [Type Analysis Author Posted Forma{ Bill S V58 Environment and Natural Resources (Pre- 3/19/2019 4:04 PM PDF Analysis Meeting) m Bill S 1758 Environment and Natural Resources (Post- 3/21/201912:46 PDF Analysis Meeting) PM Vote History - Committee Version Committee Date Result S 1758 Filed Environment and Natural Resources 3/20/2019 4:00 PM 5 Yeas - 0 Nays L7 https:/Iwww.fisenate.gov/Session/Billi2ol9/Ol758 2/3 Vote History - Floor No Vote History Available Citations - Statutes (9) 373.807 Protection of water quality in Outstanding Florida Springs. Page 4 (PDF) 373.811 Prohibited activities within a priority focus area. Page 10 (PDF) 403.031 Definitions. Page 1G (PDF) 403.0616 Page 11 (PDF) 403.067 Establishment and implementation of total maximum daily Page 11 (PDF) loads. 403.0673 Page 23 (PDF) 403.0771 Page 25 (PDF) 403.086 Sewage disposal facilities; advanced and secondary waste Page 26 (PDF) treatment. 403.9337 Model Ordinance for Florida -Friendly Fertilizer Use on Page 26 (PDF) Urban Landscapes. Citations - Constitution (0) No Constitutional citations. Citations - Chapter Law (0) No Chapter Law citations. Disclaimer: The information on this system is unverified. The journals or printed bills of the respective chambers should be consulted for official purposes. Copyright © 2000- 2019 State of Florida. https://www.fisenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/01758 313 Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 By the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources; and Senators Mayfield, Simmons, and Harrell 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 1 A bill to be entitled 2 An act relating to water quality improvements; 3 providing a short title; requiring the Department of 4 Environmental Protection, in coordination with the 5 Department of Health, to develop a report to be 6 submitted to the Legislature by a specified date on 7 the impacts of transferring the onsite sewage program 8 of the Department of Health to the Department of 9 Environmental Protection by a type two transfer; 10 providing an exception; amending s. 373.807, F.S.; 11 revising the requirements for a basin management 12 action plan for an Outstanding Florida Spring; 13 prohibiting a local government from approving building 14 permits within the plan area under certain 15 circumstances; providing penalties; requiring certain 16 agricultural operations that fail to adopt a basin 17 management action plan or alternative restoration plan 18 within a specified timeframe to sign a notice of 19 intent to implement certain practices, measures, or 20 monitoring; amending s. 373.811, F.S.; conforming a 21 cross-reference; amending s. 403.031, F.S.; defining 22 terms; creating s. 403.0616, F.S.; requiring the 23 department, subject to appropriation, to establish -a 24 real-time water quality monitoring program; 25 encouraging the formation of public -private 26 partnerships; amending s. 403.067, F.S.; requiring 27 certain agricultural operations that fail to adopt a 28 basin management action plan or alternative 29 restoration plan within a specified timeframe to sign I- J Page 1 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - ^.^.'_9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 30 a notice of intent to implement certain practices, 31 measures, or monitoring; revising requirements for a 32 basin management action plan; requiring each local 33 government to develop a wastewater treatment plan that 34 meets certain requirements; prohibiting a local 35 government that does not meet certain requirements 36 relating to wastewater treatment plant project plans 37 or onsite sewage treatment and disposal system 38 remediation plans from approving any building permits 39 within a specified timeframe; prohibiting the 40 Department of Health from approving any new onsite 41 sewage treatment and disposal system within such an 42 area for a specified timeframe; providing penalties; 43 defining the term "onsite sewage treatment and 44 disposal system"; requiring a local government, in 45 cooperation with specified entities, to develop an 46 onsite sewage treatment and disposal system 47 remediation plan as part of the basin management 48 action plan under certain circumstances; providing 49 requirements for such plan; providing requirements for 50 a restoration plan for certain water bodies; creating 51 s. 403.0673, F.S.; establishing a wastewater grant 52 program within the Department of Environmental 53 Protection; authorizing the department to distribute 54 appropriated funds for certain projects; providing 55 requirements for the distribution; requiring the 56 department to coordinate with each water management 57 district to identify grant recipients; requiring an 58 annual report to the Governor and the Legislature by a Page 2 of 28 CODING: Words strie,en are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 59 specified date; creating s. 403.0771, F.S.; requiring 60 a wastewater treatment plant to notify customers of 61 unlawful discharges of raw or partially treated sewage 62 into any waterway or aquifer within a specified 63 timeframe; prohibiting a local government that owns 64 such a plant from approving any building permits 65 within a specified timeframe; prohibiting the 66 Department of Health from approving any new onsite 67 sewage treatment and disposal system within such an 68 area for a specified timeframe; providing penalties; 69 requiring the department to maintain a publicly 70 accessible website that contains certain information 71 relating to wastewater treatment facilities; amending 72 s. 403.086, F.S.; prohibiting facilities for sanitary 73 sewage disposal from disposing of any waste in the 74 Indian River Lagoon without first providing advanced 75 waste treatment; amending s. 403.9337, F.S.; providing 76 penalties for a local government that fails to adopt, 77 enact, and implement a specified ordinance by a 78 specified date; requiring the Department of 79 Environmental Protection to revise the basin 80 management action plan for the Indian River Lagoon and 81 other specified basin management action plans by a 82 specified date; authorizing the department to grant an 83 extension to a local government upon a showing of good 84 cause; providing a declaration of important state 85 interest; providing effective dates. 86 87 Be It Enacted by the Legislature of the State of Florida: Page 3 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - ::'9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 88 89 Section 1. This act may be cited as the "Clean Waterways 90 Act." 91 Section 2. The Department of Environmental Protection, in 92 coordination with the Department of Health, shall develop a 93 report for presentation to the Legislature by July 1, 2020, 94 which addresses the impacts of a type two transfer of the 95 Department of Health's onsite sewage program to the Department 96 of Environmental Protection for the regulation of onsite sewage 97 treatment and disposal systems. The report must include 98 revisions to state law, including budgetary changes, which would 99 need to be addressed to complete the type two transfer. If the 100 Department of Environmental Protection is authorized to develop 101 a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Health 102 describing how the type two transfer would be implemented if the 103 Legislature authorized such a transfer, this report is not 104 required. 105 Section 3. Section 373.807, Florida Statutes, is amended to 106 read: 107 373.807 Protection of water quality in Outstanding Florida 108 Springs. —By July 1, 2016, the department shall initiate 109 assessment, pursuant to s. 403.067(3), of Outstanding Florida 110 Springs or spring systems for which an impairment determination 111 has not been made under the numeric nutrient standards in effect 112 for spring vents. Assessments must be completed by July 1, 2018. 113 (1)(a) Concurrent with the adoption of a nutrient total 114 maximum daily load for an Outstanding Florida Spring, the 115 department, or the department in conjunction with a water 116 management district, shall initiate development of a basin Page 4 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 201 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 117 management action plan, as specified in s. 403.067. For an 118 Outstanding Florida Spring with a nutrient total maximum daily 119 load adopted before July 1, 2016, the department, or the 120 department in conjunction with a water management district, 121 shall initiate development of a basin management action plan by 122 July 1, 2016. During the development of a basin management 123 action plan, if the department identifies onsite sewage 124 treatment and disposal systems as contributors of at least 20 125 percent of nonpoint source nutrient men pollution or if the 126 department determines remediation is necessary to achieve the 127 total maximum daily load, the basin management action plan shall 128 include an onsite sewage treatment and disposal system 129 remediation plan pursuant to s. 403.067 (7) (e) siabT«Tren(3) for 130 those systems identified as requiring remediation. 131 (b) A basin management action plan for an Outstanding 132 Florida Spring shall be adopted within 2 years after its 133 initiation and must include, at a minimum: 134 1. A list of all specific projects and programs identified 135 to implement a nutrient total maximum daily load; 136 2. A list of all specific projects identified in any 137 incorporated onsite sewage treatment and disposal system 138 remediation plan, if applicable; 139 .3. A priority rank for each listed project. The priority 140 ranking shall be based on the estimated reduction in nutrient 141 load per project, project readiness, cost effectiveness, overall 142 environmental benefit, location within the plan area, local 143 matching funds, and water savings or quantity improvements; 144 4. For each listed project, a planning level cost estimate, 145 a -ad the estimated date of completion, and a plan submitted by Page 5 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - --9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 146 each local government within the plan area and approved by the 147 department for each wastewater treatment plant project as 148 specified in s. 403.067(7)(d) and onsite sewage treatment and 149 disposal system remediation plan as specified in s. 150 403.067(7)(e). Each plan must include deadlines and is subject 151 to penalties required under s. 403.067; 152 5. The source and amount of financial assistance to be made 153 available by the department, a water management district, or 154 other entity for each listed project; 155 6. An estimate of each listed project's nutrient load 156 reduction; 157 7. Identification of each point source or category of 158 nonpoint sources, including, but not limited to, urban turf 159 fertilizer, sports turf fertilizer, agricultural fertilizer, 160 onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems, wastewater 161 treatment facilities, animal wastes, and stormwater facilities. 162 An estimated allocation of the pollutant load must be provided 163 for each point source or category of nonpoint sources; and 164 8. An implementation plan designed with a target to achieve 165 the nutrient total maximum daily load no more than 20 years 166 after the adoption of a basin management action plan. 167 168 The department shall develop a schedule establishing 5-year, 10- 169 year, and 15-year targets for achieving the nutrient total 170� maximum daily load. The schedule shall be used to provide 171 guidance for planning and funding purposes and is exempt from 172 chapter 120. 173 (c) For a basin management action plan adopted before July 174 1, 2016, which addresses an Outstanding Florida Spring, the Page 6 of 28 CODING: Words smen are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C; CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 175 department or the department in conjunction with a water 176 management district must revise the plan if necessary to comply 177 with this section by July 1, 2018. 178 (d) A local government may apply to the department for a 179 single extension of up to 5 years for any project in an adopted 180 basin management action plan. A local government in a rural area 181 of opportunity, as defined in s. 288.0656, may apply for a 182 single extension of up to 10 years for such a project. The 183 department may grant the extension if the local government 184 provides to the department sufficient evidence that an extension 185 is in the best interest of the public. 186 (2) By July 1, 2020 2017, each local government, as defined 187 in s. 373.802(2), that has not adopted an ordinance pursuant to 188 s. 403.9337, shall develop, enact, and implement an ordinance 189 pursuant to that section. It is the intent of the Legislature 190 that ordinances required to be adopted under this subsection 191 reflect the latest scientific information, advancements, and 192 technological improvements in the industry. A local government 193 that fails to adopt, enact, and implement this ordinance is 194 subject to a daily fine as provided in ss. 403.121, 403.141, and 195 403.161 and may not approve any building permit for new 196 construction within the plan area until such time as the 197 ordinance has been adopted, enacted, and implemented. In 198 implementing the ordinance, a local government shall conduct 199 educational campaigns, enforcement programs, and mandatory 200 notification of property owners subject to the ordinance, and 201 shall submit a report on its implementation efforts to the 202 department for publication on the department's website. 203 (3) If a basin management action plan or an alternative Page 7 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - ".."' 9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 204 restoration plan has not been adopted within 90 days after the 205 adoption of a nutrient total maximum daily load for an 206 Outstanding Florida Spring, agricultural operations located 207 within the associated Water Body Identification Number shall 208 sign a notice of intent to implement the applicable agricultural 209 best management practices or other measures adopted by the 210 Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services pursuant to s. 211 403.067(7)(c) or conduct water quality monitoring as prescribed 212 by the department or a water management district. Such 213 agricultural operations may be subject to enforcement action by 214 the department or a water management district based upon a 215 failure to comply with this subsection. 216 - ef a basin FRaneg-efaetaetien plan that ixeludes 217 an Outstanding Flerida Spring, the departRient, 218 Health, relevant leeal gevernRients, and -relevant ieealp blie 219 and private wastewater e's shall d evelep--cazr-e 3 is rci sewage 220 sir ;a system ed a f _ _ 1 _ r A'1 gE'R�c+srcrci-9�p�z�-�e.rif%--�-z 221 the department determines ensite sewage treatFaent an�'�esal 222 systems within erity feeus area eentribute a; least 20 223 pereent ef nenpei-nt seuree nitTegen pe3lutlen er if the 224 department dete�es remediatien- is neeessary=te-aehieve the 225 tetal maximum-dailylead. The pla., shall identify eet=efeeti e 226 and f; n -,-a e; a,, y feasible p red e ets-neeensarry te r e du ere 227 228 systems and- shall be eempleted- and a dep4=-part f the basin 229 ear- plan — later a n t- h e first 5-year fftilestene 230 reqiaired by subparagraph (1) ) 8'. The -dlegartffte r t is t h e lead- 231 232 the plan. The department shall! Page 8 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 20 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 233 234 the eft + � + t , , , � f � 'C2T ItiT-e'S-T„2'�C�L-LTYS , ZV-ZmlT����regen,—pTi 235 spr±ngs and springs syste,and 236 (b) Develep a pidblie—edueatien plan to pevi-de area 237 residents with reliable, 238 239 240 in -a d dire n t ethe requireFftents in s. 403.067, the plan s 241 inel d de eptiens fer repair, upgrade,epla ewe n t- , dr-a e-ld 242 medifleatien, additlen of effeeti-�,-e nitregen re uei J eati-ire=, 243 eenneetien te a eentral sewerage system, 244 245 within _ p r-erity feei-s area that eentrbitte at least20 pereent ; f the ,-per, tffte. } 4 6 ewe r =� = i�r-e�---�e-=-�=a�e��--e a��� 247 deterfRines—remediatieT is neeessary te aehieve a tat,, 248 daily lead. Fer these sysLeffisthe depa }ment shall ineliade=n 249 the plan ap-ierity ranking fer— ter gredja ef _.yst Fa 250 that reqdires remediatien and shall award funds te implement the 251 refaediaczen prej Bets eentiTigent e" an apprepriatien in t 252 General Apprepriatiens Aet, whieh may inelidde all or part ef the 253 eests neee s s r y f e p g r-adesepl aeement, d r-ainri ezd 254 FRedifieatien, additien ef effeetive nitregen redideing featdres, 255 initial eeTneetiezice—a eentral -sewerage syst-eFa, er ether 256 aetien. in awareling funds, 257 , size and seepe ef 258 prejeet, relative, of , f r , eentributien to the prejeet, 259 . 260 The department may w ==- matehing f:a 261 prepesed prejeets within an area designated as a riaral: area ef Page 9 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - `:=9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 262 eppertunity under s. 288.0656. 263 (4) The department shall provide notice to a local 264 government of all permit applicants under s. 403.814(12) in a 265 priority focus area of an Outstanding Florida Spring over which 266 the local government has full or partial jurisdiction. 267 Section 4. Subsection (2) of section 373-.811, Florida 268 Statutes, is amended to read: 269 373.811 Prohibited activities within a priority focus 270 area. —The following activities are prohibited within a priority 271 focus area in effect for an Outstanding Florida Spring: 272 (2) New onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems on 273 lots of less than 1 acre, if the addition of the specific 274 systems conflicts with an onsite treatment and disposal system 275 remediation plan incorporated into a basin management action 276 plan in accordance with s. 403.067 (7) (e) s. 373-80:7-(3). 277 Section 5. Subsections (22) and (23) are added to section 278 403.031, Florida Statutes, to read: 279 403.031 Definitions. —In construing this chapter, or rules 280 and regulations adopted pursuant hereto, the following words, 281 phrases, or terms, unless the context otherwise indicates, have 282 the following meanings: 283 (22) "Wastewater facilities" or "wastewater treatment 284 facilities" means any of the -following: the collection and 285 transmission system, the wastewater treatment plant, and the 286 reuse or disposal system. 287 (23) "Wastewater plant" or "wastewater treatment plant" 288 means any plant or other works used for the purpose of treating, 289 stabilizing, or holding wastewater. 290 Section 6. Section 403.0616, Florida Statutes, is created Page 10 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 291 to read: 292 403.0616 Real-time water quality monitoring program.- 293 (1) Subject to appropriation, the department shall 294 establish a real-time water quality monitoring program to assist 295 in the restoration, preservation, and enhancement of impaired 296 waterbodies and coastal resources. 297 (2) In order to expedite the creation and implementation of 298 the program, the department is encouraged to form public -private 299 partnerships with established scientific entities with existing, 300 proven real-time water quality monitoring equipment and 301 experience in deploying such equipment. 302 Section 7. Present paragraph (d) of subsection (7) of 303 section 403.067, Florida Statutes, is redesignated as paragraph 304 (f) , a new paragraph (d) and paragraphs (e) and (g) are added to 305 that subsection, paragraph (a) of that subsection is amended, 306 and paragraph (d) is added to subsection (3) of that section, to 307 read: 308 403.067 Establishment and implementation of total maximum 309 daily loads.- 310 (3) ASSESSMENT.- 311 (d) If a basin management action plan or an alternative 312 restoration plan has not been adopted within 90 days after the 313 adoption of a•.total maximum daily load for a water body or water 314 body segment, :agricultural operations located within the 315 associated Water Body Identification Number shall sign a notice 316 of intent to implement the applicable agricultural best 317 management practices or other measures adopted by the Department 318 of Agriculture and Consumer Services pursuant to s. 319 403.067(7)(c) or conduct water quality monitoring as prescribed Page 11 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - " 9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 320 by the department or a water management district. Such 321 agricultural operations may be subject to enforcement action by 322 the department or a water management district based upon a 323 failure to comply with this paragraph. 324 (7) DEVELOPMENT OF BASIN MANAGEMENT PLANS AND 325 IMPLEMENTATION OF TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOADS.- 326 (a) Basin management action plans.- 327 1. In developing and implementing the total maximum daily 328 load for a water body, the department, or the department in 329 conjunction with a water management district, may develop a 330 basin management action plan that addresses some or all of the 331 watersheds and basins tributary to the water body. Such plan 332 must integrate the appropriate management strategies available 333 to the state through existing water quality protection programs 334 to achieve the total maximum daily loads and may provide for 335 phased implementation of these management strategies to promote 336 timely, cost-effective actions as provided for in s. 403.151. 337 The plan must establish a schedule implementing the management 338 strategies, provide detailed information for improvement 339 projects including descriptions and timelines for completion, 340 establish a basis for evaluating the plan's effectiveness, and 341 identify feasible funding strategies for implementing the plan's 342 management strategies. The management strategies may include 343 regional treatment systems or other public works, where 344 appropriate, and voluntary trading of water quality credits to 345 achieve the needed pollutant load reductions. 346 2. A basin management action plan must equitably allocate, 347 pursuant to paragraph (6)(b), pollutant reductions to individual 348 basins, as a whole to all basins, or to each identified point Page 12 of 28 CODING: Words men are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 349 source or category of nonpoint sources, as appropriate. For 350 nonpoint sources for which best management practices have been 351 adopted, the initial requirement specified by the plan must be 352 those practices developed pursuant to paragraph (c). Where 353 appropriate, the plan may take into account the benefits of 354 pollutant load reduction achieved by point or nonpoint sources 355 that have implemented management strategies to reduce pollutant 356 loads, including best management practices, before the 357 development of the basin management action plan. The plan must 358 also identify the mechanisms that will address potential future 359 increases in pollutant loading. 360 3. The basin management action planning process is intended 361 to involve the broadest possible range of interested parties, 362 with the objective of encouraging the greatest amount of 363 cooperation and consensus possible. In developing a basin 364 management action plan, the department shall assure that key 365 stakeholders, including, but not limited to, applicable local 366 governments, water management districts, the Department of 367 Agriculture and Consumer Services, other appropriate state 368 agencies, local soil and water conservation districts, 369 environmental groups, regulated interests, and affected 370 pollution sources, are invited to participate in the process. 371 The department shall hold at least one public meeting in the 372 vicinity of the watershed or basin to discuss and receive 373 comments during the planning process and shall otherwise 374 encourage public participation to the greatest practicable 375 extent. Notice of the public meeting must be published in a 376 newspaper of general circulation in each county in which the 377 watershed or basin lies not less than 5 days nor more than 15 Page 13 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 378 days before the public meeting. A basin management action plan 379 does not supplant or otherwise alter any assessment made under 380 subsection (3) or subsection (4) or any calculation or initial 381 allocation. 382 4. Each new or revised basin management action plan shall 383 include: 384 a. The appropriate management strategies available through 385 existing water quality protection programs to achieve total 386 maximum daily loads, which may provide for phased implementation 387 to promote timely, cost-effective actions as provided for in s. 388 403.151; 389 b. A description of best management practices adopted by 390 rule; 391 c. A list of projects in priority ranking with a planning- 392 level cost estimate and estimated date of completion for each 393 listed project. The priority ranking shall be based on the 394 estimated reduction in nutrient load per project, project 395 readiness, cost effectiveness, overall environmental benefit, 396 location within the plan area, local matching funds, and water 397 savings or quantity improvements; 398 d. The source and amount of financial assistance to be made 399 available by the department, a water management district, or 400 other entity for each listed project, if applicable; and 401 e. A planning -level estimate of.each listed project's 402 expected load reduction, if applicable. 403 5. The department shall adopt all or any part of a basin 404 management action plan and any amendment to such plan by 405 secretarial order pursuant to chapter 120 to implement the 406 provisions of this section. Page 14 of 28 CODING: Words strieleen are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2 o- CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 407 6. The basin management action plan must include milestones 408 for implementation and water quality improvement, and an 409 associated water quality monitoring component sufficient to 410 evaluate whether reasonable progress in pollutant load 411 reductions is being achieved over time. An assessment of 412 progress toward these milestones shall be conducted every 5 413 years, and revisions to the plan shall be made as appropriate. 414 Revisions to the basin management action plan shall be made by 415 the department in cooperation with basin stakeholders. Revisions 416 to the management strategies required for nonpoint sources must 417 follow the procedures set forth in subparagraph (c)4. Revised 418 basin management action plans must be adopted pursuant to 419 subparagraph 5. 420 7. In accordance with procedures adopted by rule under 421 paragraph (9)(c), basin management action plans, and other 422 pollution control programs under local, state, or federal 423 authority as provided in subsection (4), may allow point or 424 nonpoint sources that will achieve greater pollutant reductions 425 than required by an adopted total maximum daily load or 426 wasteload allocation to generate, register, and trade water 427 quality credits for the excess reductions to enable other 428 sources to achieve their allocation; however, the generation of 429 water quality credits does not remove the obligation of a source 430 or activity to meet applicable technology requirements or 431 adopted best management practices. Such plans must allow trading 432 between NPDES permittees, and trading that may or may not 433 involve NPDES permittees, where the generation or use of the 434 credits involve an entity or activity not subject to department 435 water discharge permits whose owner voluntarily elects to obtain Page 15 of 28 CODING: Words men are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - ::=9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 436 department authorization for the generation and sale of credits. 437 8. The provisions of the department's rule relating to the 438 equitable abatement of pollutants into surface waters do not 439 apply to water bodies or water body segments for which a basin 440 management plan that takes into account future new or expanded 441 activities or discharges has been adopted under this section. 442 (d) Wastewater treatment p1an.- 443 1. As part of a basin management action plan, each local 444 government, in cooperation with the department, the relevant 445 water management district, and the relevant local public and 446 private wastewater utilities, shall develop a plan to implement 447 improvements that provide, at a minimum, advanced waste 448 treatment, as defined in s. 403.086(4). The plan must provide 449 for construction, expansion, or upgrades necessary to achieve a 450 total maximum daily load, consistent with an onsite sewage 451 treatment and disposal system remediation plan under paragraph 452 (e). A local government that does not have a wastewater 453 treatment plant in its jurisdiction is not required to develop a 454 wastewater treatment plan unless the department determines that 455 the creation of such a plant within the jurisdiction is 456 necessary to meet the total maximum daily load. If advanced 457 waste treatment standards are met or exceeded as part of a 458 broader waste treatment program implemented by the local public 459 or private wastewater treatment utility, such a program may be 460 deemed to comply with the requirements of this paragraph with 461 the approval of the department. Wastewater treatment plants that 462 are directly addressed in a basin management action plan and do 463 not meet or exceed advanced waste treatment standards but that 464 have been determined to meet the requirements for the total Page 16 of 28 CODING: Words men are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 201 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 465 maximum daily load before July 1, 2019, are grandfathered unless 466 and until the department determines that higher levels of 467 treatment are required to meet the total maximum daily load. 468 2. Each owner or operator of an existing wastewater 469 treatment plant shall provide certain information for each plant 470 that has a plan to implement upgrades that meet or exceed 471 advanced waste treatment, as defined in s. 403.086(4). This 472 information must include the following as it relates to existing 473 conditions and estimated conditions after upgrades are 474 implemented: 475 a. The permitted capacity of the plant, in gallons per day; 476 b. The average nutrient concentration; and 477 c. The estimated average nutrient load. 478 3.a. The local government shall submit to the department 479 for approval a detailed plan that includes: 480 (I) A timeline that specifies the dates by which the 481 construction of any improvements must commence, each stage of 482 construction must be completed, and operations must commence; 483 (II) A detailed planning and design report setting forth 484 the plan for construction of improvements and operations; and 485 (III) A certification that the local government, in 486 agreement with the owner or operator, has approved the method of 487 implementing upgrades and -.method of financing or funding 488 construction and operation.. 489 b. The department may amend the plan and shall approve a 490 final plan. The department shall provide technical support upon 491 request by a local government. An existing wastewater treatment 492 plant must also incorporate the plan into its next NPDES or 493 wastewater operating permit renewal. Page 17 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - ^.19 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 494 c. Each new wastewater treatment plant located within the 495 plan area shall comply with the requirements and approved dates 496 in the basin management action plan. Each existing wastewater 497 treatment plant located within the plan area must be in 498 compliance with the timeline set out in the basin management 499 action plan to receive a renewal of its NPDES or wastewater 500 operating permit. Upon a showing of good cause, the department 501 may grant an extension of time to the local government to comply 502 with the timeline. 503 d. If the deadlines for the initiation of construction of 504 improvements, completion of construction, and commencement of 505 operations which were approved pursuant to this subparagraph are 506 not satisfied, each local government with a wastewater treatment 507 plant that does not meet the requirements in this subparagraph 508 may not approve any building permits for new construction within 509 its jurisdiction, and the Department of Health may not approve 510 any new onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems within the 511 local government jurisdiction where the wastewater treatment 512 plant is located until such time as the plant is brought into 513 compliance. In addition, the department shall, unless good cause 514 is shown, assess penalties pursuant to ss. 403.121, 403.141, and 515 403.161 until such time as the plant is brought into compliance. 516 The department may reduce penalties based on expenditures for 517 improvements and upgrades to the wastewater.treatment facility. 518 (e) Onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems.- 519 1. For purposes of this paragraph, the term "onsite sewage 520 treatment and disposal system" has the same meaning as in s 521 381.0065. 522 2.a. As part of a basin management action plan, each local Page 18 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 523 government, in cooperation with the department, the Department 524 of Health, the relevant water management district, and relevant 525 local public and private wastewater utilities, shall develop an 526 onsite sewage treatment and disposal system remediation plan if 527 the department identifies onsite sewage treatment and disposal 528 systems as contributors of at least 20 percent of nonpoint 529 source nutrient pollution or if the department determines that 530 remediation is necessary to achieve a total maximum daily load. 531 In order to promote cost-effective remediation, the department 532 may identify one or more onsite sewage treatment and disposal 533 system priority focus areas. The department shall identify these 534 areas by considering soil conditions; groundwater or surface 535 water travel time; proximity to surface waters, including 536 predominantly marine waters as defined by department rule; 537 hydrogeology; onsite system density; nutrient load; and other 538 factors that may lead to water quality degradation. The 539 remediation plan must identify cost-effective and financially 540 feasible projects necessary to reduce the nutrient impacts from 541 onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems. The plan shall be 542 completed and adopted as part of the basin management action plan 543 no later than the first 5-year milestone assessment identified in 544 subparagraph (a)6., for basin management action plans generally, 545 or as required in s. 373.807(1)(b)8., for -Outstanding Florida 546 Springs. Before adopting the plan, the local government shall 547 hold one or more publicly noticed meetings to receive input on 548 the plan from the general public. The department is responsible 549 for timely approval and adoption of the plan. For basin 550 management action plans not governed by part VIII of chapter 551 373, an onsite sewage treatment and disposal system priority Page 19 of 28 CODING: Words men are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - - " 9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 552 focusarea means the area or areas of a basin where the 553 groundwater is generally most vulnerable to pollutant inputs 554 where there is a known connectivity between groundwater pathways 555 and an impaired water body, as determined by the department in 556 consultation with the appropriate water management districts and 557 delineated in a basin management action plan. 558 b.(I) Each local government within the plan area, or the 559 local government's designee, shall prepare a plan, by the first 560 5-year milestone assessment required under subparagraph (a)6., 561 for basin management action plans generally, or as required in 562 s. 373.807(1)(b)8. for Outstanding Florida Springs. Within its 563 jurisdiction, the local government plan must provide for either 564 connecting each onsite sewage treatment and disposal system to a 565 central wastewater treatment plant or replacing the current 566 system with a new system within the onsite sewage treatment and 567 disposal system priority focus area so that a nutrient load from 568 onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems meets or exceeds 569 applicable water quality standards. The plan must include water 570 quality monitoring provisions to ensure that waterbodies within 571 the plan area do not continue to be further degraded by onsite 572 sewage treatment and disposal systems. The local government 573 shall submit to the department for approval, a detailed plan, 574 which includes: 575 (A) A timeline that specifies the dates by which the 576 construction of any improvements must commence, each stage of 577 construction must be completed, and mandatory upgrades of onsite 578 sewage treatment disposal systems within the plan area must be 579 implemented or any ordinances that must be adopted to implement 580 the plan; Page 20 of 28 CODING: Wordsn are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 581 (B) A detailed planning and design report setting forth the 582 plan for construction of improvements to and implementation of 583 onsite sewage treatment and disposal system upgrades; 584 (C) A certification that the local government, in agreement 585 with the owner or operator, has approved the method of 586 remediation and method of financing or funding construction and 587 operation. 588 (II) The department may amend the plan and shall approve a 589 final plan. The department shall provide technical support upon 590 request by a local government. Upon a showing of good cause, the 591 department may grant an extension of time to reach compliance 592 with the schedule. 593 (III) If the deadlines in sub -sub -sub -subparagraph (I)(A) 594 are not satisfied, the local government may not approve any 595 building permits for new construction within the plan area, and 596 the Department of Health may not approve any new onsite sewage 597 treatment and disposal system within the plan area until the 598 actions in the remediation plan have been completed. In 599 addition, the department shall, unless good cause is shown, 600 assess penalties pursuant to ss. 403.121, 403.141, and 403.161 601 until the actions in the remediation plan have been completed. 602 The department may reduce penalties based on expenditures 603 designed to achieve compliance with the remediation plan. 604 c. In developing and adopting the plan, the department 605 shall: 606 (I) Collect and evaluate credible scientific information on 607 the effect of nutrients on surface waters and groundwater; 608 (II) Work with local stakeholders to develop a public 609 education plan to provide area residents with reliable, Page 21 of 28 CODING: Words men are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - ::'9 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 610 understandable information about onsite sewage treatment and 611 disposal systems and surface and groundwater pollution; 612 (III) In addition to sub -subparagraph 2.b., the department 613 may include in the plan, if appropriate, options for system 614 repair, upgrade, or replacement; drainfield modification; the 615 addition of effective nutrient -reducing features; or other 616 actions addressing onsite sewage treatment and disposal system 617 issues. The department shall include in the plan a priority 618 ranking for each onsite system, or group of systems, that 619 requires remediation. The priority ranking shall be used to 620 ensure the most effective, efficient use of the funding provided 621 for onsite system remediation. In awarding any such funds, the 622 department may consider expected nutrient reduction benefit per 623 unit cost, the size and scope of the project, local financial 624 contribution to the project relative to the overall cost, and the 625 financial impact on property owners and the community. For the 626 purpose of awarding funds, the department may, at its discretion, 627 totally or partially waive this consideration of the local 628 contribution for proposed projects within an area designated as a 629 rural area of opportunity under s. 288.0656; and 630 (IV) The installation, repair, modification, or upgrade of 631 onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems within the 632 boundaries of a basin management action plan with an onsite 633 sewage treatment and disposal system remediation plan must 634 conform to the requirements of the remediation plan. 635 (g) Alternative restoration plan. - 636 1. As part of its alternative restoration plan for a water 637 body, the local stakeholders proposing the plan must consider: 638 a. The implementation of agricultural best management Page 22 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 639 practices or monitoring for nonpoint.sources of pollution in 640 accordance with paragraph (c); 641 b. The implementation of an onsite sewage treatment and 642 disposal system remediation plan where such remediation is 643 necessary to restore the water body in accordance with paragraph 644 (e); and 645 c. The adoption of advanced waste treatment levels or 646 higher water quality effluent standards for wastewater treatment 647 plants. 648 2. In addition, the restoration plan must include any other 649 pollution control mechanisms that are being implemented to 650 demonstrate a reasonable assurance that existing or proposed 651 pollution control mechanisms or programs will effectively 652 address the impairment. Upon adoption of such a restoration 653 plan, the requirement that best management practices or 654 monitoring be conducted within the watershed impacting the water 655 body is enforceable pursuant to this section and ss. 403.121, 656 403.141, and 403.161. 657 Section 8. Section 403.0673, Florida Statutes, is created 658 to read: 659 403.0673 Wastewater grant program. —A wastewater grant 660 program is established within the Department of Environmental 661 Protection. 662 (1) Subject to appropriation, the department may provide 663 grants for projects that will individually or collectively 664 reduce excess nutrient pollution within a basin management 665 action plan or an alternative restoration plan adopted by final 666 order for all of the following: 667 (a) Projects to retrofit onsite sewage treatment and Page 23 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - -"19 CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758cl 668 disposal systems. 669 (b) Projects to construct, upgrade, or expand facilities to 670 provide advanced waste treatment, as defined in ss. 403.086(4). 67.1 (c) Projects to connect onsite sewage treatment and 672 disposal systems to central sewer facilities. 673 (2) In allocating such funds, priority must be given for 674 projects that subsidize the connection of onsite sewage 675 treatment and disposal systems to a wastewater treatment plant 676 or that subsidize inspections and assessments of onsite sewage 677 treatment and disposal systems. In determining priorities, the 678 department shall consider the estimated reduction in nutrient 679 load per project; project readiness; cost effectiveness of the 680 project; overall environmental benefit of a project; the 681 location of a project within the plan area; the availability of 682 local matching funds; and projected water savings or quantity 683 improvements associated with a project. 684 (3) Each grant for a project described in subsection (1) 685 must require a minimum of a 50 percent local match of funds. 686 However, the department may, at its discretion, waive, in whole 687 or in part, this consideration of the local contribution for 688 proposed projects within an area designated as a rural area of 689 opportunity under s. 288.0656. 690 (4) The department shall coordinate with each water 691 management district, as necessary, to identify grant recipients 692 in each district. 693 (5) Beginning January 1, 2020, and each January 1 694 thereafter, the department shall submit a report regarding the 695 projects funded pursuant to this section to the Governor, the 696 President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Page 24 of 28 CODING: Words stre;en are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 201S CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 697 Representatives. 698 Section 9. Section 403.0771, Florida Statutes, is created 699 to read: 700 403.0771 Sewage spill notification; moratorium.- 701 (1) In addition to the public notification requirements of 702 s. 403.077, a wastewater treatment facility that unlawfully 703 discharges raw or partially treated sewage into any waterway or 704 aquifer must, within 24 hours after discovering the discharge, 705 notify its customers that the discharge has occurred. 706 (2) If a wastewater treatment facility owned by a local 707 government unlawfully discharges raw or partially treated sewage 708 into any waterway or aquifer, the local government may not 709 approve any building permits for new construction and the 710 Department of Health may not approve any new onsite sewage 711 treatment and disposal system in the local government's 712 jurisdiction until any required maintenance, repair, or 713 improvement has been implemented to reduce or eliminate sanitary 714 sewage overflows, as determined by the department. In addition, 715 the department shall assess a daily penalty pursuant to ss. 716 403.121, 403.141, and 403.161 against a public or private 717 wastewater facility that unlawfully discharges raw or partially 718 treated sewage into any waterway or aquifer until the required 719 maintenance, repair, or improvement has been implemented. The 720 department may reduce a:penalty based on the wastewater 721 treatment facility's investment in assessment and maintenance 722 activities to identify and address conditions that may cause 723 sanitary sewage overflows. 724 (3) The department shall maintain a publicly accessible 725 website that includes any current consent orders applicable to a Page 25 of 28 CODING: Words men are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - ::'9 CS for SB 1758 726 727 728 729 730 731 732 733 734 735 736 737 738 739 j 740 741 742 743 744I, 745, 746I 7471 748' 749 750 751 752 753 754 592-03301A-19 20191758cl wastewater treatment facility entered into as a result of sanitary sewer overflows, as well as any reports filed by the facility in accordance with open consent orders. Section 10. Effective July 1, 2024, paragraph (c) of subsection (1) of section 403.086, Florida Statutes, is amended to read: 403.086 Sewage disposal facilities, advanced and secondary waste treatment.— (1) (c) Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter or chapter 373, facilities for sanitary sewage disposal may not dispose of any wastes into Old Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay, Hillsborough Bay, Boca Ciega Bay, St. Joseph Sound, Clearwater Bay, Sarasota Bay, Little Sarasota Bay, Roberts Bay, Lemon Bay, or Charlotte Harbor Bay, Indian River Lagoon, or into any river, stream, channel, canal, bay, bayou, sound, or other water tributary thereto, without providing advanced waste treatment, as defined in subsection (4), approved by the department. This paragraph shall not apply to facilities which were permitted by February 1, 1987, and which discharge secondary treated effluent, followed by water hyacinth treatment, to tributaries of tributaries of the named waters; or to facilities permitted to discharge to the nontidally influenced portions of the Peace River. Section 11. Present subsection (4) of section 403.9337, Florida Statutes, is redesignated as subsection (5), and a new subsection (4) is added to that section, to read: 403.9337 Model Ordinance for Florida -Friendly Fertilizer Use on Urban Landscapes. — Page 26 of 28 CODING: Wordstrieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2C CS for SB 1758 592-03301A-19 20191758c1 755 (4) A local government that fails to adopt, enact, and 756 implement an ordinance required by subsection (2) by January 1, 757 2020, is subject to a daily fine as provided in ss. 403.121, 758 403.141, and 403.161 and may not approve any building permits 759 for new construction until the ordinance has been adopted, 760 enacted; and implemented. In implementing the ordinance, -a local 761 government shall conduct educational campaigns, enforcement 762 programs, and mandatory notification of property owners subject 763 to the ordinance, and shall submit a report on its efforts to 764 the department for publication on the department's website. 765 Section 12. (1) The Department of Environmental Protection 766 shall revise the basin management action plans for the Indian 767 River Lagoon, basin management action plans for waterbodies with 768 a direct hydrological connection to the Indian River Lagoon, and 769 the basin management action plans that were adopted pursuant to 770 s. 373.807, Florida Statutes, and approved by the Secretary of 771 Environmental Protection or prepared by the department before 772 July 1, 2019, to conform existing plans to changes made by this 773 act. Revisions to such basin management action plans made 774 pursuant to this act must be completed by July 1, 2021. The 775 department may grant a 6-month extension, upon a showing of good 776 cause, to a local government on the deadlines for its wastewater 777 treatment project plan or onsite sewage treatment and disposal 778 system remediation plans submitted as part of a basin management 779 action plan. 780 (2) The department shall revise all basin management action 781 plans not included under subsection (1), but adopted pursuant to 782 s. 403.067(7), Florida Statutes, and approved by the Secretary 783 of Environmental Protection or prepared by the department before Page 27 of 28 CODING: Words strieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Florida Senate - 2__ CS for SB 1758 784 785 786 787 788 789 790 791 792 793 794 795 7961 592-03301A-19 20191758cl July 1, 2019, to conform existing plans to changes made by this act. Revisions to such basin management action plans made pursuant to this act must be completed by the next required 5- year milestone assessment for those revisions scheduled for on or after July 1, 2021. The department may grant a 6-month extension, upon a showing of good cause, to a local government on the deadlines for its wastewater treatment project plan or onsite sewage treatment and disposal system remediation plans submitted as part of a basin management action plan. Section 13. The Legislature determines and declares that this act fulfills an important state interest. Section 14. Except as otherwise expressly provided in this act, this act shall take effect July 1, 2019. Page 28 of 28 CODING: Words stEieken are deletions; words underlined are additions. WJ Exhibit 5 F•OApril 2, 2019 KFF �O r r TO: Mayor Watford & City Council DATE: March 25, 2019 FROM: City Clerk Gamiotea Current Members Chair Dawn Hoover Phil Baughman Les McCreary SUBJECT: Planning Board -Board of Adjustments -Design Review Board appointments Vice Chair Doug McCoy Karyne Brass Rick Chartier, Alternate Elbert Batton Mac Jonassaint Felix Granados, Alternate There are three current regular Board Members whose terms sunset on April 30, 2019. Two of the three have requested to be considered for re -appointment for another three-year term. Their attendance record for the last term is as follows: there have been 22 meetings held between May 1, 2016 to March 31, 2019. During this time, Mr. McCoy has been absent with consent for three meetings, and Mr. Baughman has been absent with consent twice. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Motion to re -appoint Mr. Doug McCoy and Mr. Phil Baughman as Regular Members to the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board, terms being from May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2022. Mr. Batton has requested not to be considered for re -appointment at the end of his term. This will create an opportunity for the Council to consider moving one of the two alternate members to a regular member position. Keep in mind that the new term for the alternate will not begin until May 1, 2019. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Motion to move (insert name) from Alternate to Regular member on the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board, term being from May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2022. Should Council approve the previous motion, this will create a vacancy for an Alternate Member. Advertisements and notices have been published in the local newspaper and other media sources over the last three weeks. In addition to the two we already have on file, we have received one new application. All three are attached for your review and consideration. If Council is so inclined, the following motion would be appropriate: Motion to appoint (insert name) as an Alternate Member to the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Design Review Board, term being from May 1, 2019 to April 30, (either 2020 or 2021). Should you have any questions or need additional information on this issue, please contact me. v U1/ ♦)UULIIGQJI J t_%VCIlUC ^ Ur%t:�t:UllUUttj R rwncaa W 64yl4 W APPLICATION FOR CITY CITIZEN BOARD/COMMITTEE i OF Ok[✓CH{OBEE ; _" 763.3372. NTMEN�II'� l n t~. T� �•1"� Please print or type all information. The information from this application will be usd+y- e "City Council in considering action on your appointment. The application MUST BE COMPLETED iN FULL. Answer "None" "Not Applicable" or "N/A" where appropriate. CHECK (0) THE BOARD(S) OF INTEREST TO YOU A COPY OF EACH BOARDS DUTIES, MEETING DATES, AND TIMES ARE ATTACHED Planning Board/Board of Adjustment & Appeals/Design Review Board ❑ Okeechobee Utility Authority Board of Directors (city Residents only) ❑ Police Officers Pension, Firefighters Pension, or General Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees (City Resident Trustee: OR Fifth Member Trustee: ❑ Other: APPLICANT'S FULL NAME: NAME COMMONLY USED: /�-� %�/�� Q iG RESIDENCE ADDRESS: 4-0,15r -40A / HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years:G, ( -/ is this in the City Limits? es ❑ No MAILING ADDRESS: 05i TELEPHONE/CELL: �3•.� r— & 2,1 ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? es ❑ No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? Yes County Registered in:Qli��zi_`(,p EF Co, ❑ No EDUCATION: ,(� r School Name $ Location / Year Graduated POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: College Namew edificatelDegree(s) Awarded Dates Attended MILITARY SERVICE: Branch(es) Dates of Service Discharge Date u jl'1 R r / h-1 ( 1P J glooN , CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: st14 (Jh/ C.j JOB TITLE/DESCRIPTION: (%Ia V'v� �C. (y s �`,j♦ WORK ADDRESS: I vs- 3t7 WORK TELEPHONE: 3 � ��v3� 6,j 21_7 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AS: ❑ General Contractor Business Person 0 Architect (CHECK ✓ ALL THAT APPLY) 0 Engineer ❑ Sub -Contractor 0 Realtor ❑ rney 0 Doctor 0 Surveyor Vk'Lay Person 0 Urban Planner 0 Landscape Architect Have you ever been appointeo, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any other agency or government? ❑ No Yes, and list: AG �q BOARD NAME POSITION DATE(S) < (� " Cady Jb rd C kAtrrnrr ftil /490� Are you now, or have you ever been, elected or appointed to any public office? ❑ No VYes,and list: LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTION TERM(S) G►• CodvCV j CC? 0&' .i/rnst+f f/Q93—/g�7 c U'�✓ rr �. C � p OiL� Ci15rf � d � Do you work with or have any association with a current member of the board/committee to which you are requesting appointment? >J(N0 ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBER(S) RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or elected officials? �(No ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF EMPLOYEE/ELECTED OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Have you ever been fo d to be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III, Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees? )No ❑ Yes, and list: DATE(S) NATURE OF VIOLATION Have you.ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or no contest, or end into an agreement setting forth the terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? dd Yes, and list: DATE(S) VIOLATION CITY AND STATE j OI&S FV l6 FAAA&Ll pr-'n C' 0'j• G*W*" �yc oS 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. VNo ❑ Yes, and list: JOB TITLE OR COVERED POSITION TITLE RELATIONSHIP r 002r �� $ her; �P ���►�: 5 c�..f�csc ��, r�� 3 �/ �� o{a-� y es u4 r-s,c.rm hrbw- Describe any skills, experiences, interests and/or background information about yourself that would be helpful to the Board you wish to serve on. Include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment. If more space is needed, please attach an additional page. 045 A Mi, +At rr- O -� h � s 1T�dm� : j -d Ci a 4-,CBG(G1 h4AvjfSf ice' 19ft_ l�`AJ'N�r �/i O raCJ •� � i J.;e- r-& t`ikiw, a" ej4--'kc `q9-0 - 'U �A hzd tk*s L kv VOL e'r kh w— C�d�, a . a �c�� - � kkv--#y'zA s eA0 1 4 g_3_jqg7 �'� j.. C9r C7'Nr✓%1 A4 ed e� r5.. t c u Lfr 7��-{-� --�' S k, Vznrc,5�o f0 .�_ C a . _ .4 o 0• a yrS. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS USED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, OR MARITAL STATUS. HOWEVER, THE FEDERAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS REQUIRE THE CITY TO PROVIDE STATISTICS ON THE NUMBER OF WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND DISABLED PERSONS THAT ARE APPOINTED TO BOARDS. INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR STATISTICAL PURPOSES ONLY AND HAVE NO BEARING ON YOUR APPOINTMENT: SEX: )(MALE ❑ FEMALE I ETHNIC GROUP: )!l;rCAUCASIAN 0 BLACK 0 SPANISH HERITAGE ❑ NATIVE AMERICAN ❑ ASIAN OR PACIFIC ISLANDER ❑ OTHER(specify): ./ALL THAT APPLY: XWARTIME PERIOD VETERAN ❑ DISABLED VETERAN VIETNAM VETERAN HANDICAPPED STATUS: 9NO 0 YES, AND LIST THE HANDICAP: STATEMENT OF APPLICANT: 1 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. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to a City of Okeechobee citizen board I am required to complete and file a State of Florida Financial Disclosure Form 1 upon my appointment, annually acid a Financial Disclosure Form 1-Final upon my resignation/sunset of term. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to a citizen board/committee 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. I hereby acknowledge that I have Pread - and understand each of the above statements. Signature of ApplicanC `GCS i� • G?K�ytG Date: 7 h�fVj C)d� 1. The City Code Book Sec. 70-151, 70-171, 70-19170-211 read: ....membership of the board, where possible, shall consist of any of the following: architect, engineer, surveyor, urban planner, landscape architect, general contractor, realtor, business person, and lay persons." 2. 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]. PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 CITY CLERKS OFFICE USE ONLY ' APPOINTEDTO: CITYCOUNCIL INITIAL TERM NOTIFICATION REAPPOINTED TERM RE -APPOINTMENT RESIGNEDITERM CERTIFICATE OF MEETING: DATES: SENT: DATES: NOTIFICATION SENT: SUNSET: APPRECIATION PRESENTED: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 Southeast 3` Avenue * Okeechobee * Florida * 34974 * (863) 763-3372 APPLICATION FOR CITY CITIZEN BOARD/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT Please print 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 "N/A" where appropriate. CHECK (0) THE BOARD(S) OF INTEREST TO YOU A COPY OF EACH BOARDS DUTIES, MEETING DATES, AND TIMES ARE ATTACHED X-PlanningBoard/Board of Adjustment & Appeals/Design Review Board Okeechobee Utility Authority Board of Directors(city Residents only) Ll Police Officers Pension, Firefighters Pension, or General Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees (City Resident Trustee: OR Fifth Member Trustee: } ❑ Other: APPLICANT'S FULL NAME: IjatlCe� NAME COMMONLY USED: _OlAe RESIDENCE ADDRESS: HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: Is this in the City Limits? ❑ Yes No MAIL!NG ADDRESS: -35 & rd +OL-eecWge TELEPHONE/CELL: 1-93 OAQS -egg com ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? Yes ❑ No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? )'C'Yes County Registered in: 111 No EDUCATION: High School Name & Location Year rGraduated 3 POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: Colle4e Names CertificateOdgree(s) Awarded Date(s) Attended MILITARY SERVICE: Branch Date or Service Q1 Discharge Date CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: M (PA (M C 0 M JOB TITLE/DESCRIPTION: E , WORK ADDRESS: 'j"' 0 e WORK TELEPHONE: q51-9362 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AS: Q General Contractor ❑ business Person O Architect (CHECK ✓ ALL THAT APPLY) ❑ Engineer ❑ Sub -Contractor ❑ Realtor Ci Attorney ❑ Doctor D Surveyor Q Lay Person 0 Urban Planner ❑ Landscape Architect Have you ever ben ppointed to, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any other agency or government? 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? 11210 ❑ Yes, and list: LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTIO TERM(S) Do you work withdQr ve any association with a current member of the board/committee to which you are requesting appointment? No ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBER(S) RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or elected officials? XNO ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF EMPLOYEE/ELECTED OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Have you ever been fou d to be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III, Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees? No ❑ Yes, and list: DATES NATURE OF VIOLATION I Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or nQ co est, or entered into an agreement setting forth the I terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? No ❑Yes, and list: I I DATES 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 pjjbA 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 Describe any skills, experiences, interests and/or background information about yourself that would be helpful to the Board you wish to serve on. Include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment. If more space is needed, please attach an additional page. ( � r 'P993_ o ,►v h9 fl -v inj '— + D — c € u - D e _ -4 Vea 1, r Pu rc h D-C, 1)r i . u S e �" .� vcap • w r— J, . ke / _ en? c7 I14 1 50 37 :ifs have, pe-o-pIt u i c Q J r1 All THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS USED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AG DISABILITY, OR MARITAL STATUS. HOWEVER, THE FEDERAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS REQUIRE THE CITY TO PROVIDE STATISTICS ON THE NUMBER OF WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND DISABLED PERSONS THAT ARE APPOINTED TO BOARDS. INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR STATISTICAL PURPOSES ONLY AND HAVE NO BEARING ON YOUR APPOINTMENT: SEX: MALE O FEMALE ETHNIC GROUP: CAUCASIAN C] BLACK LiSPANISH HERITAGE ❑ NATIVE AMERICAN ❑ ASIAN OR PACIFIC ISLANDER ❑ OTHER(specify).- ✓ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ WARTIME PERIOD VETERAN Q DISABLED VETERAN / C) VIETNAM VETERAN HANDICAPPED STATUS: XNO Cl YES, AND LIST THE HANDICAP: 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. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to a City of Okeechobee citizen board 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. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to a citizen board/committee 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. /A I hereby acknowledge that I hage read and undekl4nd each of the above statements. Signature of Applica Date: 1. The City Code Book Sec. 70-151, 70-171, 70-19170-211 read: "....membership of the board, where possible, shall consist of any of the following: architect, engineer, surveyor, urban planner, landscape architect, general contractor, realtor, business person, and lay persons." 2. 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 w' .ose 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]. ' PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RI AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 CITY CLERKS OFFICE USE ONLY APPOINTED TO: CITY COUNCIL MEETING: INITIAL TERM DATES: NOTIFICATION SENT: RE -APPOINTED TERM DATES: RE -APPOINTMENT NOTIFICATION SENT: RESIGNEDITERM SUNSET: CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION PRESENTED: r tf.�. a l i ; ' �....,. CIT,OF OKEECHOBEE �...` 55 Southeast 3r Avenue Okeechobee Florida 34974 r (86J'Q63-3372 �= A, a< i APPLICATION FOR CITY CITIZEN BOARD/COMMITTEE APPOI'N i'IV�E�Ir!"t, Please print 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 VIA "where appropriate. CHECK (✓) THE BOARD(S) OF INTEREST TO YOU A COPY OF EACH BOARDS DUTIES, MEETING DATES, AND TIMES ARE ATTACHED Q Planning Board/Board of Adjustment & Appeals/Design Review Board Code Enforcement Board (city Residents only) ❑ Okeechobee Utility Authority Board of Directors (city Residents only) ❑ Police Officers Pension, Firefighters Pension, or General Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees (City Resident Trustee: OR Fifth Member Trustee:_) ❑ Other: APPLICANT'S FULL NAME: Roberta Ann Vu NAME COMMONLY USED: Ann Vu RESIDENCE ADDRESS: 3870 SE 132nd Avenue HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: 1 yr 8 months Is this in the City Limits? Yes 0 No MAILING ADDRESS: 3870 SE 132nd Ave TELEPHONE/CELL: 585-752-9082 ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? 9Yes ® No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? VYes County Registered in: Okeechobee Q No EDUCATION: High School Name & Location Year Graduated Hazelwood West, MO 1984 POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: College Name(s) Certificate/Degree(s) Awarded Date(s) Attended Purdue Global/Kaplan University: Juris Doctorate: 2014: University of MO St. Louis: BA Chem 1992 MILITARY SERVICE: Branches) Dates of service Discharge Date NA CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: Zimmer Biomet JOB TITLE/DESCRIPTION: Vice President, Global Quality & Regulatory WORK ADDRESS: 4555 Riverside Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 WORK TELEPHONE: 561-308-2094 ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AS: OGeneral Contractor 9 jsusiness Person (]Architect (CHECK ✓ ALL THAT APPLY) DEngineer ❑Sub -Contractor El Realtor ElAttorney i]Doctor ❑Surveyor ❑Lay Person El Urban Planner ❑Landscape Architect Have you ever been appointed to, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any other agency or government? ©No Byes, and list: AGENCY BOARD NAME POSITION DATE(S) Town of Farmington. NY Zoning Board of Appeals Member 2010-2013 Town of Farmington, NY Zoning Board of Appeals Chair Person 2013-2016 Are you now, or have you ever been, elected or appointed to any public office? gNo F1Yes, and list: LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT OFFICE TITLE DATE OF ELECTION TERM(S) Do you work with oLpave an association with a current member of the board/committee to which you are requesting appointment? o Yes, and list: NAME OF BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBER(S) RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or elected officials? [DNo ®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"? ✓ONo ©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? gNo nYes, and list: DATES) 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 publi records disclosure under Florida Statute 119.071? Review list of other covered employees before responding. VNo �1fes, and list: JOB TITLE OR COVERED POSITION TITLE RELATIONSHIP Describe any skills, experiences, interests and/or background information about yourself that would be helpful to the Board you wish to serve on. Include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment. It more space is needed, please attach an additional page. In my role as member and chair of the Town of Farmington, NY Zoning Board of Appeals I was asked to review applications of fellow residents of the town, and make a determination about the minimum relief necessary for the applicant. This review often took into consideration the changing dynamics of the town, the current town code, as well aS prior decisions of the board on similar matters, with the view of preserving the character of the Town. In addition, as the chair, I provided key input during the town Comprehensive Review and update of Town Strategic Plan, including recommendations for revision to the Code in areas of multi -family developments, signage and side/setback restrictions. This experience directly prepares me for the Boards of Adjustment, Design and Planning Boards. In my professional roles, I have been responsible for the review and interpretation of regulations for more than 20 years. Progressing through the ranks from that of Quality Lab technician, to Quality Manager, Quality Auditor, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Director, and my current role, Vice President, I have demonstrated both leadership capabilities as well as the capacity to make decisions based on facts and circumstances. I work well under pressure, and can turn complex situations into those which are simple. My current responsibilities include management of the quality systems for the development and medical devices, where the consequences of performing a process incorrectly are dire. Results matter, and I strive for the best products manufactured in the best way possible in order to ensure that our customers are safe and achieving the best health outcomes possible. This constant consideration of the customer can directly be translated into decisions made based on principle. My law degree and studies further underscore my commitment to our government and communities. I firmly believe in the role of local government as a contributor to both economy as well as the communities in which we live. By making solid decisions with the interests of the community at heart, volunteers within our Town have chance to make a positive impact by always keeping residents front and center. Although I have only been a resident for a short time, I believe I am well equipped to contribute quickly to the goals of the Town. I look forward to your consideration of my application. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS USED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, OR MARITAL STATUS. HOWEVER, THE FEDERAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS REQUIRE THE CITY TO PROVIDE STATISTICS ON THE NUMBER OF WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND DISABLED PERSONS THAT ARE APPOINTED TO BOARDS. INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR STATISTICAL PURPOSES ONLY AND HAVE NO BEARING ON YOUR APPOINTMENT: SEX: 0 MALE FEMALE ETHNIC GROUP: dc—AUCASIAN 0 BLACK 0 SPANISH HERITAGE 0 NATIVE AMERICAN 0 ASIAN OR PACIFIC ISLANDER 0 OTHER(specify): ./ALL THAT APPLY: 0 WARTIME PERIOD VETERAN 0 DISABLED VETERAN ❑ VIETNAM VETERAN HANDICAPPED STATUS: S(NO 0 YES, AND LIST THE HANDICAP: 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. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to a City of Okeechobee citizen board 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. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to a citizen board/committee 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. I hereby acknowledge that I ha e read and understand each of the above statements. Signature of Applicant: Date: /lv X %/l t/ „7L9A ,The City Code Book Sec. 70-151, 70-171, 70-19170-211 read: membership of the board, where possible, shall consist of any of the following: architect, engineer, surveyor, urban planner, landscape architect, general contractor, realtor, business person, and lay persons." (2)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 1 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]. PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 CITY CLERKS OFFICE USE ONLY APPOINTED TO: CRY COUNCIL MEETING: INITIAL TERM DATES: NOTIFICATION SENT: RE -APPOINTED TERM DATES: RE -APPOINTMENT NOTIFICATION SENT: RESIGNEDITERM SUNSET: CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION PRESENTED: 55 Southeast 3` Avenue * Okeechobee * Florida * 34974 APPLICATION FOR CITY CITIZEN BOARD/COMMITTEE APP Addihm f o EMibt f .. _. OKEECHOBEE 3-3372 ° "^t l A Please print or type all information. The information from this application will be used4Wy4h-e"City Council in considering action on your appointment. The application MUST BE COMPLETED IN ^ FULL. Answer "None" "Not Applicable" or "N/A" where appropriate. CHECK (0) THE BOARD(S) OF INTEREST TO YOU A COPY OF EACH BOARDS DUTIES, MEETING DATES, AND TIMES ARE ATTACHED r Planning Board/Board of Adjustment & Appeals/Design Review Board ❑ Okeechobee Utility Authority Board of Directors (city Residents only) ❑ Police Officers Pension, Firefighters Pension, or General Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees (City Resident Trustee: OR Fifth Member Trustee: ) ❑ Other: APPLICANT'S FULL NAME: NAME COMMONLY USED: RESIDENCE ADDRESS: A—,901 HOW LONG AT ADDRESS: Years: Is this in the City Limits? ❑ Yes No MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE/CELL: fir/- d oZZ ARE YOU AN US CITIZEN? Or"�es ❑ No, explain: FLORIDA REGISTERED VOTER? a­�es County Registered in: ❑ No f 0 EDUCATION: High School Name & Location Year Graduated 9- A)111�1 / /b rIt e- . POST SECONDARY EDUCATION: College Name(s) Certifi to/Degree(s) Awarded ate(s) Attended 11,4 l f��ld let. MILITARY SERVICE: Branch(es) Dates of Service Discharge Date A) Q_ _ CURRENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER: JOB TITLE/DESCRIPTION: (0!1) fU Wrt r.Li! eC16 '111 rZ I1171 .ile-1 WORK ADDRESS: WORK TELEPHONE: ARE YOU CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AS: iXGeneral Contractor ❑ Business Person D Architect (CHECK ✓ ALL THAT APPLY) ❑ Engineer ❑ Sub -Contractor ❑ Realtor ❑ Attorney ❑ Doctor ❑ Surveyor ❑ Lay Person 0 Urban Planner ❑ Landscape Architect Have you ever been appointed, or do you currently serve on, a citizen or community board for any other agency or government? ❑ No Yes, and list: AGENCY BOARD NAME PO ITION DATE(S1 1'r ' T 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) Do you work with or ham any association with a current member of the board/committee to which you are requesting appointment? O'No ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF BOARDICOMMITTEE MEMBERIS) RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Are you related to, or employed by, any City of Okeechobee employees or elected officials? O'No ❑ Yes, and list: NAME OF EMPLOYEEIELECTED OFFICIAL RELATIONSHIP/ASSOCIATION Have you ever been fou be in violation of Florida Statutes Chapter 112, Part III, Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees? UFNo ❑ Yes, and list: DATE(S) NATURE OF VIOLATION Have you ever been convicted of a FELONY, plead guilty or no con , or entered into an agreement setting forth the terms leading to the reduction or dismissal of the charges? WNo ❑ 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 publi cords disclosure under Florida Statute 119.071? Review list of other covered employees before responding. WNo U Yes, and list: JOB TITLE OR COVERED POSITION TITLE RELATIONSHIP Describe any skills, experiences, interests and/or background information about yourself that would be helpful to the Board you wish to serve on. Include personal accomplishments that qualify you for the appointment. If more space is needed, please attach an additional page. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS USED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, OR MARITAL STATUS. HOWEVER, THE FEDERAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS REQUIRE THE CITY TO PROVIDE STATISTICS ON THE NUMBER OF WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND DISABLED PERSONS THAT ARE APPOINTED TO BOARDS. INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR STATISTICAL PURPOSES ONLY AND HAVE NO BEARING ON YOUR APPOINTMENT: SEX: 0 01�A�L 0 FEMALE, ETHNIC GROUP: l�'CAUCASIAN ❑ BLACK ❑ SPANISH HERITAGE ❑ NATIVE AMERICAN ❑ ASIAN OR PACIFIC ISLANDER ❑ OTHER(specify): /ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ WARTIME PERIOD VETERAN ❑ DISABLED VETERAN U VIETNAM VETERAN HANDICAPPED STATUS: a NO 0 YES, AND LIST THE HANDICAP: J- ' , 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. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORTING: I understand that should I be appointed to a City of Okeechobee citizen board 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. PUBLIC RECORDS/OPEN MEETINGS LAWS: I understand and agree that should I be appointed to a citizen board/committee 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. I hereby acknowledge that I ha e read and under to d each of the above statements. �7 Signature of Applicant: lr Date: 46� / 1. The City Code Book Sec. 70-151, 70-171, 70-19170-211 read: "....membership of the board, where possible, shall consist of any of the following: architect, engineer, surveyor, urban planner, landscape architect, general contractor, realtor, business person, and lay persons." 2. 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]. PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 55 SE 3RD AVENUE, ROOM 100 OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34974 Lane Gamiotea From: Bobbie Jenkins Sent: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 11:16 AM To: Council - Dowling Watford; Council - Wes Abney; Council - Monica Clark; Council - Bob Jarriel ; Council - Bobby Keefe Cc: Lane Gamiotea; Robin Brock; Marcos Montes De Oca Subject: Additional Planning Board Application Attachments: William Ward Citizen Board Application.pdf Importance: High Good morning! We received another Planning Board application yesterday; a hard copy will be at your chair tonight. We are emailing you a copy to give you a chance to read through it before the meeting. Bobbie J. Jenkins Deputy Clerk City of Okeechobee 55 SE 3rd Avenue Okeechobee, FL 34974 Phone: (863) 763-3372 ext. 9814 Direct: (863) 763-9814 Fax: (863) 763-1686 NOTICE: Florida has a very broad public records law. As a result, any written communication created or received by the City of Okeechobee officials and employees will be available to the public and media, upon request, unless otherwise exempt. Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this office. Instead, contact our office by phone or in writing. Exhibit 6 April 2, 2019 } 9� City of Okeechobee a Fire Department T 20 March 2019 Administrator Marcos Sole Source for Bunker Gear (Capital Purchase) Bunker gear can be purchased several ways including online websites as well as regional vendors such as we utilize. Although, the specific style or make of gear being worn by our department is not complicated to come across, the time and effort depleted by vendors (customer service) is extremely important when purchasing these costly items. The gear we purchase is customized (sizes, style, cuts, colors, equipment attachments, etc..) to our needs as it always has been in the past. The current vendor, Municipal Equipment Services, Inc. (MES) has been servicing our department for many years. This includes the time exhausted by the sales person coming to our station three different shifts where he sizes and prepares future orders for enhanced fitting of gear for our firefighters. This is not mandatory by the vendor in general, however, when you can find one that is prepared to do this and has a long track record as our representative has it seems to pay off in the long run regarding errors. We need to continue with uniformity between sets of gear since we are purchasing between years. Customer Service has always been excellent with this representative. The Sales Order reflects six (6) sets (Coat, pant, boot, etc.) of bunker gear that outfits six firefighters. The fire department request's that the city council approve the amount of $17,997.96 ($18,000 was budgeted/approved by council) for the six sets of bunker gear. Respectfully, Herb Smith Fire Chief Okeechobee Fire Department 55 S.E. 'Third Avenue * Okeechobee, Florida a 34974-2932 ® 863-467-1586 . Fax: 863-763-4489 r ES MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY SERVICES 3789 62nd Avenue North Pinellas Park, FL 33781 Biff To CITY OF OKEECHOBEE FIRE DEPT 55 SE THIRD AVENUE Okeechobee FL 34974 Sates Order Page i of 2 Date 0211212019 Order f€ S01246545 Terms Net 30 PO 9 Chief Herb Smith Safes Rep Schmidt, Samuel Shipping Method FedEx Ground Ship Complete No Customer CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Ff— Customer 9 C47850 Ship To CITY OF OKEECHOBEE FIRE DEPT 55 SE THIRD AVENUE Okeechobee FL 34974 VERIDIAN Custom VERIDIAN Velocity Coat OS: Armor AR Color: Gold. MB: CrossTech Black, TL: Glide Gold 2-Layer, i ( Closure: Hook & Loap(Lpper. Reflective Trim: { Reffexite Brilliance Diamond w/ Center Stripe. • I j Style: New York Style. Black Poly Coated Keviar f re(more...) 1 i ! 's "Oversize charges wiff apply for chest sizes greater than 2XL 56-58 inches add M%. 60-62 inches add 15%. i 64-66 incites add 20%. Over 68 inches add 25%. } I Gear for-, I Crum j Bryde-beil ; fAeGee I Rodriguez 4 f i ; °AJeeks } I i VERIDIAN ; Custom VERtDfAN j Vefcc4 Pants: OS: Armor AP, Color Gold. MB: i i CrossTach Black, TL: Glide Gold 2-Layer, ' Closure: Snap Hook & Dee/ Hook & Loop. } j Reflective Trim: Reflexite Briilance Diamond w/ i Center Stripe, Vertical Side Leg. Angled Cuff: Poly I I Coat(more...) j i Oversize charges will apply for waist sizes greater than 1 2XL 50-52 inches add 10%. 54-56 inches add 15%. } j 58-60 inches add 20%. I i Over 60 inches add 250%. USTMS-Black ; i Traditional styled fiberglass structural fire helmet with 4" i i faceshield & 5" brass eagle Black i i Firefighter Helmets USTMS-Red i Traditonaf styled fiberglass structural fire helmet vkth 4" i faceshield & 5" brass le Red �5 1 LT Crum Helmet I USTMS-White i i ' Traditional styled fiberglass structural fire helmet v✓ith 4- i i facashietd & 5- brass eagle White j Cpt Rodriguez Helmet i Custom Sewn I 1 � I } i 5" leather front v✓/ sefm or recessed fetters - ref MES Fronts 5in I i QUOTE 180164 Black Firefighter leather fronts Brydebeif ! McGee 6 i 1,101.64 6 1 861.01 4 1 231.75 i 1 231.75 1 231.75 4 ! ! weeks I j } ! i Sanders l BYB77513 Custom Sewn ' 5" leather front wl sewn or recessed fetters - ref MES i 1 Fronts 5in ? ` QUOTE 180164 I 43.14 43.141 } _ 6,609.ti4 5,166.06 927.00 231.75 231.75 172.56 43.14 V� I 'ice J MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY SERVICES �`E A � t feather tiont Sales Order Page 2 of 2 Date 02/12/2019 Order # S01246545 LT Crum Ii BYBf7514 Custom Sewn Fronts Sin ( ! 5' feather front w/ sewn or recessed fetters - ref MES QUOTE 180164 j ( White Captain leather front CAPT Rodriguez i SYST7515 MAJESTIC FIRE 100% NX PAC... 100% NX PAC If-DS Custom MAJESTIC FIRE j NOPAEX HOODS 1 PAC If-DS 100% NOMEX- WHI TE Alpha-X-Hybrid L ; ALPHA X Hybrid Certified NFPA 1971 Structural Glove i 1 Size: Large I XL ha-X-Hybrid- t ALPHA X Hybrid Certified NFPA 1971 Structural Glove Size: X-Large FDXL100-Black/ j FDXL100 Leather Boots Red-12-Regular LT Curt; FDXL100-Black/ j I FDXL100 Leather Boots i Red-9.5-Regular ( ' Brydebeil FDXL100-Black/ i 7 FDXL100 Leather Boots I Red-1I-Regular I McGee CAPT Rodriguez FDXLi00-Black/ i t FDXLi00 Leather Boots Red-12-Regular ;Sanders Weeks 90540 Survivor Alkaline Model - Orange RW-AAAX 1 6 5 1 1 1 2 2 6 Reveaf 36 FOJ Fast Frame Blue 6 ; Seek Reveal Thermal Imaging Camera I i ROD -AAA -PROM I Seek D4R1,ng Atla.chment for Retractable Lanyard i 61 i RT2-4412 t Small Fire Flashlight Retractor -HD Snap Clip Mount 1 6 i i 1 43.14 j 43.14 i 26.75 ! 160.50 1 l 59.741 298.70 i 59,741 59.74 284.81 284.81 ! I 284.81 284.81 284.81 i 569.62 284.81 i 569.62 51.59 309.54 320.00 1,920.00 0.061 0.00 19.231 115.38 Government Member ID: fA-5702443 �. MES 10: F10000002489 Subtotal 17,997A6 Shipping Cost (FedEx Ground) 0.00 'Cost per each set of gear (total 6): $2,999.66- Total $17,997.96 FREIGHT INCLUDED All returns must be processed within 30 days of receipt: and require a return authorization number and are subject to a restocking fee. Custom orders are Rot returnable. Effective tax rate will be applicable at the time of invoice. fl21111(III1II1 [Ill IIIIII S01246545 Exhibit 7 ' ' n April 2, 2019 To: Marcos Montes De Oca, City Administrator From: David Allen, Public Works Director Date: 3/20/2019 Re: Replacement Christmas Tree Purchase Request The ChristmasTree used in City Hall Park has become worn, faded and several of the branches have broken off and public works has had to make temporary repairs over they last tyro years to make thetree; usable. Funds to replace the tree were included in this yeas budget. Public Works is requesting •perm.-ission ;to ;purchase a anew 22' tree with a 6' star topper from Temple Displayslb. . The new tree.wial�haveseveral advantages over the oldtree:.. • Panel Construction. The tree is assembled from panels rather than a center pole with branches that extend from the center pole. • The steel frame is made from %" cold rolled, powder coated steel. • The tree has a six -season warrantee on the frame, garland:, and'electrical components, and three -season warrantee on the light bulbs. • The warrantee includes wind damage up to 60 mph winds. I Panel tree construction Price quotes were obtained fromn three different vendors: Vendor Price Temple Design $8,645.00 Universal Concepts $8,750.00 Down Town Decoration's 10,394.00 We have ,previously purdhased other iterris:f rom Temple:Vispilays and .have :been satisfied with the products that they have,:prvvided. TEMPLE display, ltd. SS 1 --2 / -.LED 22'Tree with I2 'Base, 995 C- % LED .damps Includes 6' Tree Topper Sale Price Per $ 7,99 All Hardware is included li EIGHT $ .5 0 Prices quoted are good E Thrii 411.5/19 TFMPT.F alspray, era, Temple Display, Ltd warrants to the origin, al, buyer that all decorations manuftictured by them will be, fj ee from defects and material workmanship under normal conditions of use and service, including damage caused by winds of uP to O mph. This protection is extended as, follows: 6 seasons e steel, frames, % " Fold Dolled Steel — Powdc>rcoated 111"hdte 6 seasons - ,�>(irlond 6.seasons - elecivical coi)y)onents (including wire, sockets, and p121g ) 3 seasons ` t'J ,b'`�,p 0�.a l' T ht"S ivay::6"C:wiy x s non -prorate TEMPLE display, ltd. Sold To: Okeechobee, City Of Kay Matchett 55 SE 3rd Ave. Okeechobee, FL 34974 Temple Display, Ltd. 114-C Kirkland Circle Oswego, IL 60543 Phone 630-851-3331 Fax 630-851-4144 Ship To: Okeechobee, City Of Kay Matchett 55 SE 3rd Ave. Okeechobee, FL 34974 Best Way / ASAP SALES ORDER Sales Order # TDLQ31420 Date 2/21 /2019 Sales Rep. Dawn Franz P.O.# Ship Via/Date: Terms: NET 30 Shipping: Prepay & Add Qty Part No. Description Unit Price Ext. Price 1 SSPT-22-L 22' LED Panel Trees, 18-4-2 Garland, $7,995.00 $7,995.00 ED Base, 995 LED Lamps Special Pricing Per Tyler - good thr 4/15/19 1 TTNS-6-LE FIFIgil ar, 70 C-7 LED Lamps - No Charge $0.00 $0.00 D e All Hardware is included SubTotal $7,995.00 Sales Tax $0.00 Estimated Shipping Charges $650.00 Total $8,645.00 Authorized Signature Kay Matchett Actual Shipping Charges will be Charged All Holiday Decorations are Copyrighted and cannot be duplicated. Claims must be made within 5 days of receipt of goods. This order subject to acceptance from home office. Sales tax where applicable. Interest charges applicable on overdue accounts. Cancellations subject to sellers consent. FOB Factory. 1 of 1 UNIVERSAL CONCEPTS +�' �c6ma'e www.christmasdecorandmose.com Wynn, sal P.O. SOX 56 CUA9 MNG, GA A30028 KAY MATCHETT KAY MATCHETT CITY OF OKEECHOBEE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 500 NW 11TH AVE OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34972 11384 02/25/201.9 SSPT-22 i 8,2%00 8,250.00 22 FT. SELF -STANDING. PANEL w/ 8' Star (28` Overall) -Frame has 14 pieces plus 2 cones for the top -24 panels with garland and lights pre -attached -3 wire harnesses to .plug everything in -Total draw will be 20 amps or less -1,1,00 LED C-7 .Lights (color pattern TBD) -Cone will tome with 4 cables for anchoring tree -Tree base diameter Is 1Z FREIGHT 1 500.00 500.00 SHIPPING/HANDLING (FREIGHT IS ESTIMATED. COST MAY BE HIGHER OR LOWER) -50% DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO CONFIRM ORDER TOTAL $8,750.00 -PLEASE SIGN AND SEND BACK QUOTE accepted By Accepted Date r am J~ --1 www.christmasdecoandmore.com 800.522.0718 FAX 770.844.9972 salesCauniversalconcepts.info 'WI' O=to= ocorations t n e o r p ore t e d '��� i� `�' �.,Rr c'b' Y�i7�rfi �'"��'� ,.: ss.G�• ��„�`� �C' :YW �t°�.3" sX^�' ran x., e, . >i 1 ✓;. ; _ P �3A`drys�l-"Yr.,, :� s :�'�... ��.�Y�''�.i r.�*,�R.F 1' �3ta'Sa. �1.i1�'ri6"^'y^tc � ✓. e � c,�� ri ''r ,h'c..:......- ., •� ma--�.v-�r.�r�+.T .4� a a. .. Company Address 6724 Joy Road Created Date 2/28/2019 East Syracuse, New York 13057 Quote Number 00000974 United States Expiration Date 0/2019 Rep Email jalexander@downtowndecorations.com Prepared For City of Okeechobee Customer Contact Kay Malchett Phone (863) 763-9791 Bill To Name City of Okeechobee Email kmatchelt@cilyofokeechobee.com Ship To Name City of Okeechobee Bill To 55 SE 3rd Avenue Ship To Okeechobee, Florida 34974 Okeechobee, Florida 34974 United States United States Quantity Product Product Description for this Quote, Safe - Price Total Price 1.00 CUSTOM -NI 22' Mountain Pine Panel Commercial Christmas Tree, 995 C7 LED Lights, 12' Base. $8,647.00 $8,647.00 4 00 C,Otli11°lsNatrvity Star Tree Topper 70 C,7. LED Lights $379 �0 °�,9 pb r 1.00 1 Shipping I Shipping & Handling Total Price $10,394.00 Grand Total $10,394.00 $1,368.001 $1.368.00 1. Shipping and handling are additional, FOB Shipping Point.'Unless otherwise noted. 2. Client is responsible For notifying Downtown Decorations. Tne. of any special shipping requirements, including but not limited to Litt Gate Delivery, Delivery Appointment, Call Ahead, Etc, 3. Estimates and quote~ prepared For customers based upon information provided by customer and are subject to change pending final review of order. 4. Customer is responsible for notifying Dwwnlown Decorations, inc. of any electrical code requirements, customization, or special requirements at iime order is placed. Cur-tomiza6on of product may be subject to additional cost. 5. Downtown Decorations, inc. is not responsible for product damage caused by improper handling, neglect, installation, extremes in weather conditions, va ndnlism or Acts ot'Cmd. 6. Quote is in US dollars and is exclusive of any applicable taxes or installation unless otherwise noted. 7. Quote is valid for 30 clays, unless otherwise noted. 8. Purchaser understands and agrees to payment tenns and further agrees to accept and pay tot any expenses incurred by Downtown Decorations. Tnc. to collect any past due amounts, including but not limited in the original debt, any assigned collection costs, attorney fees and any otherrelated expense. 9. Payment methods accepted are check. VisaTiasterCard, American Express and Bank Wire. Downtown Decorations, Inc. will impose a 3% surcharge on all credit card amounts of$3,000.00 or more. Bank Wire: KeyBankNA; ARA: 021300077; Acct: 320111001394, SWiFT: KEl'BUS33. Lane Gamiotea From: Robin Brock Sent: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 1:08 PM To: Council Member Abney; Council Member Clark; Council Member Jarriel; Council Member Keefe; Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Cc: Marcos Montes De Oca; Lane Gamiotea; Bobbie Jenkins Subject: Correction Attachments: Memo Agenda 04 02 19 Additional Item.pdf For your information, the additional agenda item will be listed as Item I, not Item H, as stated in the memo I previously sent you. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you, Robin Robin Brock Executive Assistant City of Okeechobee 55 SE 3rd Avenue Okeechobee, FL 34974 (863)763-3372 (863)763-9812 (direct) FAX: (863)763-1686 Email: rbrockC@-cityofokeechobee.com Website: http://www.cityofokeechobee.com NOTICE: Due to Florida's broad public record laws, this email may be subject to public disclosure. .► • 4 CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Okeechobee City Council 55 SE THIRD AVENUE Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Wes Abney OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 Monica Clark Phone: (863)763-3372 Bob Jarriel www.cityofokeechobee.com Bobby Keefe MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Watford and City Council FROM: Marcos Montes De Oca, P.E., City Administrator Re: April 2, 2019 Additional Agenda Item Town Hall Comments — City's Comment Responses DATE: April 2, 2019 Please add the following item to the April 2, 2019 City Council Regular Meeting: VIII. NEW BUSINESS I. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses — City Administrator (Exhibit 8) CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 SE THIRD AVENUE OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 Phone: (863)763-3372 www.cityofokeechobee.com MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Watford and City Council FROM: Marcos Montes De Oca, P.E., City Administratc Re: April 2, 2019 Additional Agenda Item Town Hall Comments — City's Comment Respo DATE: April 2, 2019 Okeechobee City Council Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Wes Abney Monica Clark Bob Jarriel Bobby Keefe Please add the following item to the April 2, 2019 City Council Regular Meeting: VIII. NEW BUSINESS H. Discuss Town Hall Comments and Responses — City Administrator (Exhibit 8) Lane Gamiotea From: Robin Brock Sent: Tuesday, April 02, 2019 10:11 AM To: Council Member Abney; Council Member Clark; Council Member Jarriel; Council Member Keefe; Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Cc: Lane Gamiotea; Bobbie Jenkins Subject: Additional City Council Agenda Item Attachments: Agenda 04 02 19 Additional Item.pdf Mayor and Council, Attached is a memo from Marcos, requesting to add his responses to the Town Hall comments to the agenda for tonight's meeting. The exhibit is attached to the memo. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, Robin Robin Brock Executive Assistant City of Okeechobee 55 SE 3d Avenue Okeechobee, FL 34974 (863)763-3372 (863)763-9812 (direct) FAX: (863)763-1686 Email: rbrock(a-),cityofokeechobee.com Website: http://www.citVofokeechobee.com NOTICE: Due to Florida's broad public record laws, this email may be subject to public disclosure. CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 SE THIRD AVENUE OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 Phone: (863)763-3372 www.cityofokeechobee.com MEMORANDUM DATE: March 29, 2019 Okeechobee City Council Mayor Dowling R. Watford, Jr. Wes Abney Monica Clark TO: Mayor Watford and City Council CC: City Clerk Gamiotea FROM: City Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca, P.E Re: Town Hall Comments — City's Comment Responses Bob Jarriel Bobby Keefe have taken and summarized the minutes, specifically the comments, to address what were truly deemed actionable or potentially actionable items. I wanted to generate a response to you as well as the citizenry as to the City's actions and current/future actions to these concerns. The comments are listed with our current responses and actions below each in bold. COMMENTS AND RESPONSES Item 1 Comment was submitted by Mr. Jim Clark, who voiced his concerns with vehicles speeding on Southwest 5th Avenue between Southwest 18th and 21st Streets, and did not believe installing speed bumps would solve the issue. He suggested utilizing the new police motorcycle unit to run radar. He also thanked the Council for their assistance with the School Resource Officer program; Officers Griesemer and Margerum have been a much -needed, tremendous help. As stated, the City of Okeechobee has begun with our full time traffic unit. This unit incorporates a car, motor unit, as well as speed control signs. The City Police Department is diligently mapping and gathering data on several roadways to ensure that the correct assets are placed at the proper time to reduce speeders. School Resource Officers will continue to train and work in their capacity to provide the highest level of service and security possible. Item 2 Comment was submitted by Mr. Jonathan Bean, who addressed the drainage issues in the Tedders Park and Oak Grove subdivisions, specifically in the areas of Southwest 5th to 7th Avenues and 15th to 23rd Streets. He explained some of this area has not been connected to sewer and the continued ground saturation causes septic tank issues. He asked that the ditches be cleaned out, the size of the drainage pipes be inspected, and consider replacing the pipes with larger ones to alleviate the drainage problems. The Public Works Department has begun checking and cleaning the roadway crossings and culverts in the area of SW 51h Avenue and SW 15th Street. A large portion of the drainage issue however is rear lots which have no access or drainage easements for flows to the adjacent Right of ways. We will continue to work with residents to ensure we can resolve the drainage issue as much as possible. Item 3 Jeff Sumner and Mrs. Jennifer Tewksbury submitted a letter on behalf of the Economic Council of Okeechobee. 1. Form of government and general policy: a. The city's legally -recognized form of government and internal policies and procedures should be clearly defined and reevaluated if necessary. We encourage you to consider: i. The adoption and implementation of an administrative form of government, or its equivalency, as is utilized by many Florida counties. ii. Any ordinance adoptions or charter revisions required for this implementation. iii. The implementation of an official City-wide policies and procedures manual, including the exposition of any unwritten policies governing the city. 2. Transparency: a. For the benefit of those residing in or conducting business with the City of Okeechobee, we ask you continue making open government a priority by: i. Finalizing the implementation of a modern city website. ii. Providing meeting materials and records to the public on this website well in advance of public meetings. iii. Pursuing measures necessary to provide video access to each and all of your public meetings. 3. Aesthetics: a. The first impressions our city leaves on visitors directly influences how long they choose to stay, whether they choose to return, and whether they will speak positively (or negatively) of our community to others. In an effort to prompt quality business opportunities for our community and to elevate property values, our quality of life, and general pride in the appearance of our city, we encourage: i. The development of a professionally organized and facilitated strategic plan for the city. ii. Investment in a professionally -designed landscaping plan for city property along Park Street, Flagler Park and all heavily -travelled thoroughfares to coincide with said strategic plan. iii. The consideration and adoption of fagade ordinances necessary to re-establish our rural and historic charm. iv. The implementation of a regular maintenance schedule and annual replacement of poor and/or dead landscaping in medians, especially those through the main thoroughfares. v. Adequate street striping, street sweeping, and general maintenance of city sidewalks, roads, signage and related infrastructure to make obvious to others the pride we have in our community. Previously discussed at Council Comments and now placed on the April 2, 2019 City Council Agenda the initialization for a charter review will be up for discussion. This could address the basis of item 1, and other issues which are typically attributed to aged and un-reviewed charters. Currently in progress from the City Clerk's office is the policy and procedures manual for Council. Under administration, we have met with departments and have not found "unwritten" policies which are followed. We have discussed updating procedures and any perceived policy or notions to ensure transparency. The City website is current in its "soft open" debut to the public and will debut at April 2, 2019 Council meeting. The website has addressed the largest complaint received by the public by not having the ability to post agenda exhibits. The website now is able to work, as with other typical municipal agencies, to post agendas, exhibits, and other user- friendly documents. We have also undergone the ADA compliance for the website. This is an ongoing item, but will continue to be a concern. For the website future, we are working with Firefly and will be coming back with more details, photos, and other work orders. The potential upcoming work orders include items such as digital payments online for business tax receipts and building permits. Positive feedback has been received during this time of soft opening as well from the public. As to continue with the transparency request, we will now be adding the draft minutes as exhibits to the agenda with watermarks to ensure the public has an opportunity to view the minutes as with other exhibits on city council agendas. Video access and recording of meetings were reviewed and are costly with several concerns, such as the requirement for true ADA viewing, as with other smaller communities. Simply posting a live feed and/or recording the video for archive is not sufficient to meet the current federal requirements. We are working with Public Risk Management (PRM) to ensure we comply with the current regulations. Working with the Clerk's office, we currently have audio, which is available, as well as written minutes, for each meeting. Aesthetics are a primary concern for the city as well. Over the past few years we have made the introduction of landscaping into open areas a primary concern. In addition to these past landscaping items, public works has now started to incorporate a listing beginning with our main corridors (Highway 441 & Highway 70) some additional median and overall appearance improvements. These include cleaning up and replacing median plants, mulching, and back of sidewalk trimming. Currently the City does maintain and spray for nuisance vegetation, and maintain the medians. More of an emphasis will be taken to address these concerns and make the City more "presentable". Upcoming potential tasks to be directed by council could be to create a mission statement and strategic plan. Currently the City strives to ensure the highest level of municipal service at the most efficient cost to all our citizens, businesses, and visitors. The adoption of a landscape plan is currently being discussed and insuring we focus on placing our oak trees in the park, which until recently, had not been replaced. The Flagler parks and Centennial park will incorporate the backbone larger oaks and trees as focal points, with additional plantings to follow. This is in conjunction with working, replacing, and adding landscaping for all City -controlled areas. The City's past mowing of right-of-ways has increased and been more efficient. We have started and questioned the sweeping contract yet again to ensure proper service. Public Works has also begun a program recently to reinforce "noticing" any outstanding issues while completing other tasks. They have started fresh recently and have been working hard in all aspects of City aesthetics. Item 4 Comment was submitted by Mrs. Sandra Pearce, who explained she lives on Southwest 15tn Street just before the boundary of the City limits and voiced her concerns with double taxation. She explained in years past she had spoken to former Okeechobee County Tax Collector Juanette Shirey asking for clarification on why City residents pay property tax to the City and County. The explanation given was "you use County roads." Mrs. Pearce would like the Council to provide her with more specific information on this subject. The services provided by the City include; fire department and first response for basic life support, police department safety, and related code enforcement, public works for our city maintained areas and roadways, administrative services for building and records. These services, although basically stated, are key for our community and vital for its residents. The support services we provide are vital and if the City did not provide these services, additional costs to the county would be involved. Item 5 Comment was submitted by Mr. Frank Irby, who spoke of his concerns regarding infrastructure, specifically street paving and striping, and the lack of sidewalk maintenance. Lastly he asked that the City review a more cost effective way of providing services. The current budget and upcoming budget will propose a focus on capital expenditures for sidewalks are minimal and an emphasis placed for maintenance and for needed repairs. Each year, over the past several, the sidewalks were constructed in areas that showed the need for the city, however it was apparent that the need for sidewalks has diminished; the growing need for the repair was needed. We do plan to continue these projects to repair and replace sidewalks. The priority has begun on the most utilized sidewalks to the least. Item 6 Comment was submitted by Mr. Bruce Jahner, who asked the City to consider implementing a one cent tax to help fund the police department, fire department, and education services. He explained school clubs are forced to fundraise to offset the lack of funding for after school sports and activities. He feels the additional one cent tax would help alleviate the lack of funding instead of having to rely on the same businesses for donations each year. A one cent sales tax would require voting on by the citizens, and would be at the discretion of the council to direct to propose this action. Currently we are focusing on Fire and the Police Departments to streamline their budgets. The focus currently with the increased forecasted revenues is to reduce millage. The reduction of millage is a first step to lower taxes, and would be suggested we continue to encourage to lower taxes for our citizens, while being cognizant not to reduce any of the services we provide as a city, if at all possible. Item 7 Comment was submitted by Mr. Gordon Mack "Hoot" Worley, who spoke on the topic of taxation without representation explaining he resides in the County but owns a business/property inside the City Limits. Since he is not a City resident he cannot vote for an individual who represents his interests. He asked that the exhibit items for Council meetings be provided at the meeting for the public to be able to follow along with the motions being made by the Council; currently the only thing provided is an agenda. Lastly, Mr. Worley voiced his disappointment in the way the City has handled code enforcement repeat offenders. One commercial property owner in particular has been in violation multiple times over the last 12 years and should be arrested each time the property is out of compliance as a violation of the court order. Implementation of voting rights for business owners to vote is a complex issue. As attorney Cook is out of town currently, I would refer to him. However, from some review of Florida State Statues, voting must be done by residents of the municipality and not specifically by the property owner. The ownership of property does not indicate voting rights per Florida State Statue, but alternatively refers to residency, insuring all those residences could have a voice in a city or municipality equally. The ownership of property does not indicate validity, nor criminal background, citizenship or eligibility. We as a City however will continue to make the City be presentable and accommodating for businesses as much as possible through our Land Development Regulations. We hope businesses will continue to voice their concerns as community partners. Exhibits for City Council Agendas, beginning with the current meeting, are now posted for review by the public. It will be policy for staff to complete all items on the agenda within the City for posting if possible prior to the meeting for all to review. The new website is key in implementing this new change. Code Enforcement for repeat offenders will now be handled by the Code Enforcement Magistrate. The new code enforcement process will be highlighted in detail at the April 16, 2019 City Council meeting. Several changes and concerns have also been addressed with the upcoming changes. Item 8 Comment was submitted by Ms. Paula Poskon, who explained she resides at 405 Northwest 101h Avenue. She was of the opinion that the Code Enforcement Officer should be able to find violations and not rely on residents to report them. She gave an example of household trash piled on property along Northwest 4'h Street for several months. Ms. Poskon also mentioned the high volume of traffic and vehicles speeding through her neighborhood. I have worked with Waste Management and driven the city and found several areas of debris piles. The stack mentioned as well as others have been removed. We will continue to have discussions with Waste Management on improving pickup for these areas. It was disturbing these areas were not remedied prior to our discussions by Waste Management. Currently the Police Department, as mentioned before, will be taking data on the main thoroughfares of the city. Although traffic and trip data for this street has not been taken, typically the traffic data is 1500-2500 trips per day on local roadways within the City of Okeechobee. Typically the acceptable levels are above 10,000 trips per day. Item 9 Comment was submitted by Mr. Bill Rose, who owns a business in the City. He asked that the process of renewing Business Tax Receipts be re-evaluated. He expressed his disappointment in the modification to the main intersection (Parrott Avenue and North Park Street) as it seems to be causing more traffic issues. He suggested code violations be handled more diplomatic. In closing, he asked that repairs be made to the roadway on North Park Street in front of Southwest 3rd Avenue (City Hall sign). We have modified the business tax receipt process in the past years; it is unclear what the concern was after his comments, unless change of location for additional services added. Specifically these BTR renewals must consider any and all modifications for a business to ensure they meet applicable City codes. As noted above with the future website modifications, the renewal of these BTRs are potentially to be completed online. FDOT will continue to work with timing on the Main Intersection; however it is important to know that the light is secondary due to the amount of traffic at this intersection. The intersection is merely at capacity currently. The volumes experienced at this light are typical for intersections of their size and volumes around the state. We will continue to support FDOT in their timing and other discussions at this location. Code enforcement again will be highlighted in upcoming meetings, with the proposed nuisances. Code enforcement proposed however will be more expedient, direct, and proposed to be smoother for all parties. Roadway repairs to SE 3rd Avenue have been noted for FDOT's maintenance operators. This item was noted to the department previously, however has been re -noticed to them last week. Item 10 Comment was submitted by Mr. Brad Goodbread, who owns property but does not reside in the City. He asked the Council to look at finding a way for all City property owners to vote in City elections. As previously noted, implementation of voting rights for business owners to vote is a complex issue. As attorney Cook is out of town currently, I would refer to him. However, from some review of the Florida State Statutes, voting must be done by residents of the municipality and not specifically by the property owner. The ownership of property does not indicate voting rights per Florida State Statute, but alternatively refers to residency, insuring all those residences could have a voice in a city or municipality equally. The ownership of property does not indicate validity, nor criminal background, citizenship or eligibility. We as a City however will continue to make the City be presentable and accommodating for businesses as much as possible through our Land Development Regulations. We hope businesses will continue to voice their concerns as community partners. Item 11 Comment received by Steve Nelson, Down Town Okeechobee: 1. Parking in the vicinity of Okeechobee Discount Drugs on the side street of Southwest 2nd Avenue is impossible. Palmdale employees' occupy the majority of parking spaces on both sides of the Street. I realize that no business owns the parking spots on the side streets, but it is not fair for one business to monopolize all of parking spaces. The three other businesses North of Palmdale are also affected by the lack of parking spots. 2. Additional street lighting is needed on the side streets i.e. Southwest 2nd Avenue (back end of the Street). 3. There still is a problem of poor communication of what goes on in the parks. It would greatly help the downtown businesses if a quarterly calendar of events was provided to us. Additionally it would be of great benefit if we could revitalize the downtown district. There are too many empty stores and it seems each year all of the events that are held are getting smaller and smaller i.e. Speckled Perch Festival. 4. Out of town food trucks as well as out-of-town vendors take away from the economy of Okeechobee. These out-of-town vendors are not held the same high standard of those of us who have businesses in Okeechobee. They are definitely not held the same health standards that we are and that is just not fair. Residential: It has been a constant problem of maintaining the waterways/canals that run parallel to Southeast 81h Avenue. It would help if spraying of the canal was on a permanent schedule and not on a schedule when people complain. The biggest problem that we have is that the canal is not navigable for boating. They are several, not many homeowners who live on the canal and have allowed vegetation from their property as well as trees from their property to protrude into the canal thus making navigation almost impossible. These homeowners should be held responsible for maintaining their property with respect of keeping the canal navigable. If the homeowners do not comply then the City should come in and clean up their property and place a lien on their property like other cities do. Several years ago Councilman Mike O'Connor, myself and one of my employees spent over a week cleaning out the vegetation. I personally spent several thousands of dollars to do so. Additionally the City of Okeechobee spent a sizable amount of money to have the canal dredged and all of the garbage thrown in there removed. Okeechobee is a boating/fishing community, let's get back on track, and make Okeechobee 'GREATT' Parking in this area has been full. I have spoken to several businesses and voiced a concern, however as stated it is public parking. Parking is limited, however I travel this area several times a week and have not seen an area where more than a block separates the business from parking. Public Works has been made aware of the issue and is discussing this area with FPL for potential street lights. This may be part of a larger project with the county and FPL changing our street lights to high output LED. Communication for downtown events and parks has greatly improved over the past years with Okeechobee Main Street and Okeechobee County Chamber of Commerce. These organizations have had several events and partnerships to encourage business owners, citizens, and visitors alike to participate in the events within the City. Although Speckled Perch Festival did seem less than normal in attendance, it is hopeful with these organizations and increased traffic on our City Website with upcoming event calendar will generate much needed community involvement. Out of town food trucks are not permitted in the city to operate as in the county. Currently special events do incorporate food trucks; the on -going concern is from the food trucks setup in the county commercial lots on our main thoroughfares. Public works has been made aware of the canals and there is a schedule typically followed for these areas. More inspections of these areas will take place to ensure the canals are treated for vegetation. It is another concern tied to the lowering of Lake Okeechobee water levels if these shallow canals will be navigable in future periods. We did address these among several items at our past meeting with Congressmen Steube. Conclusion As city staff, we are working with our residents and business owners to continually make Okeechobee a better place to visit, work and live. I would personally note, as the comments were well received, the general nature and tone for the overall event was positive. This memo did exclude positive comments and notes. We will strive to make improvements and be more proactive than reactive to all aspects of city operation. I have reminded staff that we will continue to receive, note and check, even change as needed, to address concerns. "�KEECHOBEE NEWS Vol. lto no. 41 Friday, April 5, 2019 500 plus tax IRSC named top eonlm Special to the take Okeechobee News TALLAHA.SSEE — On Tuesday, Indian River State College and Miami Dade College were both awarded the 2019 Aspen Prize for Com- munity College Excellence, which includes a $350,000 cash prize to e.ch college. This is the third time since the aANard's incepiion in 2011 that a Florida College System institution has earned the prestigious award and only the second time that two winners were selected for the top prize. "I am incredibly proud of the work taking place at Indian River State College and Miami Dade College, said Commissioner of Educa- tion Richard Corcoran. "To be awarded the 2019 Aspen prize is a tremendous accom- plishment, and one that should be celebrated. unity college I also commend Broward College for being named among the top 10 finalists. This well -deserved recognition is a testament of the dedication and hard work that's taking place in Florida colleges." "Indian River State College is honored to share the 2019 Aspen Prize with our See IRSC — Page 9 Town hall meetings planned twice a year By Cathy Womble Lake Okeechobee News The Okeechobee City Council has been hard at work ever since the town hall meet- ing going over the comments to see what, if anything, can be done to address the concerns brought up during the meeting, said City Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca at the council meeting on Apri12. Because the first one went so well, a decision was made to begin holding these meetings twice ayear. Councilwoman Monica Clark suggested that one of the meetings be during the day so older residents who are not comfortable driving at night might be more likely to attend, and Councilman Bobby Keefe suggested that a less formal "Coffee with a Councilman" format might be less intimidat- ing for those who are afraid to speak in a for- mal setting, and Councilwoman Clark agreed. It was determined that they would have one informal, daytime "Coffee with a Councilman" meeting and one more formal, evening town hall meeting each year from here on out Administrator Montes De Oca said some- one has reached out to every person who commented during the town hall meeting to try to address his or her concerns. One of the concerns mentioned during the town hall meeting was the city's website, its need for an update, and the lack of an ability to post agenda exhibits. At the council meet- ing, the new website was debuted and can now be accessed by the public; but, of course, it is still a work in progress. Finance Director India Riedel, who has been hard at work on the website.for months, explained that the website complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and every word on it can be read aloud to you if you Lake Okeechobee Naws/Cathy Womble Mayor Dowling Watford was presented a resolution by Mark Sittig of Florida League of Chies for 35 years of service to the City of Okeechobee. click on it. "Our goal is to have a vibrant, ex- citing, usable website for the staff and citizens of Okeechobee," she said. There is even a live camera so you can see what is happening at the intersection of U.S. 441 and State Road 70, In other business, Mayor Dowling Watford was presented a resolution by Mark Sittig of the Florida League of Cities for 35 years of ser- vice to the city of Okeechobee. Dallon Boyd was presented a certificate of appreciation for his service as a trustee on the police officers' pension fund board. Mayor Watford proclaimed the week of April 7-13 as Crime Victims' Rights Week; he See CITY— Page 9 Lake Levels 11.84 feet Last Year: 13.78 feet Spottisored By: sm.:. Pog�s Family Re-0auraW 1759 S. Parrott Ave. 763-7= Source: South Florida Water Management District. Depth given in feet above sea level See Page 4 for information about how to contact this newspaper. lakooliMbObBSROW CM Frey SteecA Itee AUx a ""16510"00024"" s • Proven Experience In Okeechobee • Immediate Appointments Available r.y •Fully Staffed Office on Parrott Ave. • Board Certified Civil trial Attorney ��� • over 34 years Experience .. n INJU rt: G= INJURYATIORNEY Autoacddentorslip&fall?Experiencing pain? Blurred vision? Call 35a'58p®I I�loskl.aw COiN ore�..oxo.�„"s„ April 5, 2019 Lake Okeechobee News 9 1 IRSC CITY Continued From Page 1 colleagues at Miami -Dade College, and we look forward to bringing the prestigious award back to our respective colleges and communities," said Dr. Edwin Massey, presi- dent of Indian River State College. "From our trustees to our business and community partners, from our state lawmakers to our employees and dedicated students, IRSC is enriched with incredible people supporting a critical mission. Today's honor is a reflection of their outstanding commitment, and once again demonstrates the great value and purpose of the Florida College System." The Aspen Prize is awarded every other year and honors colleges who stand out in four areas of student success: performance and improvements in learning, degree com- pletion, employment and earnings, and access and success for minority and low-income students. The $1 million Aspen Prize for Community Colle a Excellence is one of the nation's premier recognition promos of high achievement and perl6nnance among America's`community colleges. The Aspen Institute identified the top 10 community colleges in the nation based on exceptional levels of student success. Florida was one of only two states with multiple finalists. The other Florida College System institution in the top 10 this year was Broward College. . By focusing on student success and lifting up models that work, the Aspen Prize aims to further the national under- standing of community colleges that strive to increase stu- dent success, stimulate innovation, and create benchmarks for measuring progress. For more information on the Aspen Prize, please visit hitp;;/highemd.aspeninstitute.org/aspen-prize/. For more information on Florida's College System, please visit www.horidacollegesystem.com. Continued From Pttge 1 proclaimed April 2 as National Service Recognition Day; and Fire Chief Herb Smith was recognized for placing first in the first responders portion of the Demolition Derby. An expenditure in the amount of $17,998 was ap- proved for the purchase of six sets of firefighter bunker gear. This was a budgeted expense anti is a normal yearly replacement. This gear normally lasts 10 years and is replaced on a rotating schedule. An expenditure of $9,645 was approved for the purchase of a 22-fool Christmas tree with a 6-foot star topper. This was also a budgeted item. Finally, Councilman Keefe made a motion to begin a review of the city's charter, and after discussion in which it was determined that the last total review was done in 1962, it was decided this needed to be done and would be budgeted for next year. Staff will be directed to begin work on gathering information about what it will take to do this. He also brought up the need for vision and mission statements during the comments portion of the meeting and said he would like to start working on these. Lake Okeechobee News,Cathy'Nombo Lake Okeechobee News/Cathy Womble Fire Chief Herb Smith Herb Smith (left) was pre- Dallon Boyd (left) was presented a certificate of ap- tented with a miniature wrecked car by Mayor Dow- preciation for his service as a trustee on the police ling Watford for placing first in the First Respond - officers' pension fund board by Mayor Watford. ers portion of the Demolition Derby.. 1 Afal�� 5"' & 6`" April, HOME R R,' I ITFURNISHINGS ASSOCIATION s�. UP i�OTT T� All items sold as:sr Final, No exreptlons no returns, exchanges or refunds Badco6k&512 W/. North Park St. Okeechobee • 863.763.3823 �C Mon -Fri 9am-6pm • Sat 9am-5pmHOM E FU RN ITU R E 1, more. Linda Ballinger, Owner April B; 2019 Lake Okeechobee News - merger of Okeechobee News, Clewiston News, Glades County Democrat, and The Sun 3 City of Okeechobee launches new website Special to the Lake Okeechobee News OKEECHOBEE —City of Okeechobee City Administrator Marcos Monies lye Ova unveiled the new City of Okeechobee gov- emment website at the April 2 City Council meeting. Following art extensive, yearlong redesign process, the completely revamped cityofokeechobee.com, which is now live, provides visttors with easier navigation, a more modern and intuitive layout, art optimized search engine function that offers users a fast and simple way to access essential information, and is easily viewable across all desktop and mobile platforms. "Were excited about our ability to provide residents and visitors with easier access to uaforrnatim about the city that is important to them," said Okeechobee Mayor Dowling Watford, Jr. "Our goal was to increase citizen engagement and provide greater accessibility to the public and we believe the additional content and func- tionality of our new website achieves those objectives." The new website is also compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility requirements, includ- ing features to accommodate people with disabilities that affect their hearing, vision or physical capacities. "Flom easier access to government meetings and emergency services to per- mitting forms and how to do business with Accident kills one, injures two Special to the Lake Okeechobee News OKEECHOBEE — One man was killed and two were seriously injured after a traffic accident Monday aftemtwn, April 2, on State Road 710 at Southeast Sfsth Boulevard. According to Florida Highway Patrol, 56-year-old Chet Daniel Buchanon of Boyn- ton Beach was eastbound on State Road 710 when he reportedly lost control of his 2006 Dodge, possibly due to inclement weather. His vehicle rotated counler-clock- Change for Rabies fundraiser starts Speciai to the Lake Okeechobee News OKEECHOBEE — Okeechobee Healthy Star) Coalition will have a "Change for Ba- bies" campaign. The campaign will consist of local businesses and organizations who will have the "Change for Babies" con- tainers at their front counters. The change collected will be benefiting Okeechobee's pregnant women, infants and children up to three years old. The campaign began on Friday, March 29, and will run until May 31. Tin Fish, Zippy's Wmgs and Los Cocos Mexican Restaurant of Okeechobee have each kind- ly donated gift certificates to be awarded to the top three businesses and organizations who collect the most change, or individuals who donate to help facilitate the "Change for Babies` campaign in the community. Healthy Stan is a nonprofit organiza- tion, which was established to assist every mother have a healthy pregnancy and birth outcome — through care coordi- nation, psychosocial counseling, car seat programs, parenting classes, child birth education, a teen program and referrals to other agencies to assist with whatever needs they may have. If you are interested in joining the campaign to host a 'Change for Babies" container, please call Pam Due- nas at 863-4625877. wise and entered the westbound lane where it was struck by a 2004 GMC 3500 driven by Myear-old Okeechobee resident Cameron Jarett Maynard. Both vehicles traveled on to the north grass shoulder. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Mr. Buchanon's injuries were fatal. Mr. Bucharton and his 30-year-old passenger William Diaz-Helble are hospitalized in seri- ous condition according to the FHP report. Church Directory THE GATHERING A Church of Restoration Come As You Are Sunday 10:30 AM Children's Church & Nursery Provided GrotMh Groups Meet Throughout the Week 1735 SW 24th Ave • 357-4418 www.thegatheringchurch.us you are welrome to come visit an enjoy the traditional worship and _} music. n 4-W"Otple Came and share in the word of God Free will Baptist Char4, Sunday School 10:90 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Sunday Sibiu Study GOB Pm Wednesday Sibiu Study 6:00 pm Pastor: Thomas Dees 1849 NE 39th Blvd (Cemetery Rd) Okeechobee. Florida 34972 Telephone: B63-763-4962 Special to the Lake Okeechobee News Okeechobee County recently named Bryan Moore as the new road and bidge director. Mr. Moore has over 35 years of road and bridge experience. Mr. Moore came to Okeechobee County from Okaloosa County. He has extensive knowledge and expe- rience in spearheading complex municipal infrastructure projects; strong working knowledge of local, state and federal pro- grams and regulations with an emphasis on inspection, compliance and remedia- Fountain of Life Church 1302 SW 32nd St. Okeechobee (863) 763 - 8945 Invites You To A Special Event! Palm Sunday April 14, 2019 at 10:30 am The Last Supper � _ T This original musical drama portrays Jesus keeping Passover with his disciples. At the end of the drama, Jesus teaches how that night was different from all other nights. This drama is a presentation by HIS MAJESTY S MINISTRIES, a full time Christian performing arts ministry that travels the world presenting original dramas that tell the story of Jesus. www.hismm.com the city, the site is chock full of information that will be useful to our residents as well as businesses and visitors," added Adminis- trator Monies De Oca. The photographs throughout the web - site capture the authentic flavor of the city, its beautiful natural resources and quaint small-town charm. The homepage includes user-friendly menu tabs and quick links to city resources for residents, businesses and visitors as well as a robust search function that provides easy access to programs and services as well as county, community and state links. "We look forward to receiving feedback on the new City of Okeechobee website and to making continuous improvements and updates to it so that it remains a useful resource for the public," Mayor Watford added. Moore is new county Road and Bridge Director tion; and strong working experience in managing many accepts of person- ,. 9 net. Mr. Moore's quali- fications include: MOT Intermediate Certification, Stormwater Management Inspector, OSHA training, Bryan Moore Hazmat training, Nuclear Gauge SafetyTraining, ODOT Blue Print Reading, Caterpillar Paving, Compaction training and Flexible Pavements/ODOT Field Quality Control Supervisor certification. V Peace Lutheran Church 750 NW 23rd Lane, Okeechobee :,.,. .. .1 `L,til��.- April 14 :`-�•��)f\�' Palm Sunday Worship 8:00 and 10:30 AM April t8 \faun. Maundy Thursday 1•hursday Worship Holy Communion 7:00 PM April 19 Good Friday Worship ._ ..a,_ . - 7:30 PM i_ �i ' •..�� • April 21 Easter Sunrise Service - , 7:00 AM -• EASTER BREAKFAST After Sunrise Service EASTER CELEBRATION I0:30 AM Wombip