2004-05-04 Regular762
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
MAY 4,2004 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SUMMARY OF COUNCIL ACTION
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor:
May 4, 2004, Regular City Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
11. OPENING CEREMONIES:
Invocation given by Pastor Sally Bull of the Okeechobee Presbyterian Church
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor.
Ill. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk.
Mayor James E. Kirk
Council Member Noel A. Chandler
Council Member Lowry Markham
Council Member Dowling R. Watford, Jr.
Council Member D. Clayton Williams, Jr.
City Attorney John R. Cook
City Administrator Bill L. Veach
City Clerk Lane Gamiotea
Deputy Clerk Adriana Berry
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - Mayor.
A. Proclaim the month of May 2004 as "Civility Month."
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COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Mayor Kirk called the May 4, 2004 Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Sally Bull of the Okeechobee Presbyterian Church;
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Kirk.
City Clerk Gamiotea called the roll:
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Mayor Kirk proclaimed the month of May 2004 as "Civility Month"and read the proclamation in its entirety as follows:
"WHEREAS, the open exchange of public discourse is essential to the democratic system of government;
and WHEREAS, as a cornerstone of democracyAmericans have observed certain rules ofbehavior generally
known as civility, and WHEREAS, civility, derived from the Latin words "civitas" meaning city and "civis "
meaning citizen, is behavior worthy of citizens living in a community or in common with others; and
WHEREAS, displays of anger, rudeness, ridicule, impatience, and a iack of respect and personal attacks
detract from the open exchange of ideas, prevent fair discussion of the issues, and can discourage
individuals from participation in government, and WHEREAS, civility can assist in reaching consensus on
diverse issues and allow formutually respectful ongoing relationships; and WHEREAS, civility can uplift our
daily life and make it more pleasant to live in an organized society, and WHEREAS, the City, County and
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AGENDA
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS CONTINUED.
IA- Proclaim the month of May 2004 as "Civility Month" continued
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V. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of
Council Action for the April 20, 2004 Regular Meeting.
VI. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's
agenda. There were none.
VII. OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor.
A. 1. a) Motion to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 854 pertaining
to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment No, 04-
002-SSA, submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Mary Francis
Dixon for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street,
from Single Family to Commercial - City Attorney (Exhibit 1).
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COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Local Government Law Section of The Florida Bar urges the adoption of a pledge of civility by all citizens in
the State of Florida. NOW THEREFORE, I James E. Wrk, by vittue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of
the City of Okeechobee, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2004 as "CIWUTY MONTH,"and can upon an
citizens to exercise civility toward each other'� No one was present to receive the proclamation, therefore it will
be forwarded to the appropriate party by the Clerk's Office.
Council Member Chandler moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the
April 20, 2004 Regular Meeting; seconded by Council Member Williams. There was no discussion on this item.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any requests for additions, deferrals or withdrawals of items on today's agenda.
There were none.
MAYOR KIRK OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION AT 6:06 P.M.
Council Member Watford moved to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 854 pertaining to Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-002-SSA, submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for
unplatted land located North of North East Park Street, from Single Family to Commercial; seconded by Council
Member Markham.
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AGENDA
Vill. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
A. 1. b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 854 by title only
2. a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 854 (Land Planning
Agency recommends approval).
b) Public comments and discussion.
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 854 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDAAMENDING THECITYOFOKEECHOBEECOMPREHENSIVEPLAN, ORDINANCENO.
635ASAMENDED, BYREVISING THEFUTURELAND USEMAP; PROVIDING FORINCLUSION OFORDINANCE
AND REVISED FUTURE LAND USE MAP IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
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Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 854 (Land Planning Agency recommends
approval); seconded by Council Member Williams.
Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any comments or questions from the public, there were none.
Ordinance No. 854 pertains to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Small Scale Map Amendment No. 04-002-SSA
submitted by D.R. Willson Land Company on behalf of the property owner, Mary Francis Dixon. The request is to
change the future land use designation from Single Family to Commercial. A rezoning application is also in process
for this property, changing the zoning district from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
The vacant property is a seven -acre unplatted parcel (Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000) located on the
North side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), across from the United States Post Office. Legal
Description being: the West -half of the East -half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter lying North of State
Road 70 (Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, less the following: Beginning at the
Southwest corner fo the East -half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of said Section 15, run North 594
feet, East 186.3 feet, South 594 feet, West 186.3 feet to the point of beginning. Also less the North 50 feet which is
reserved for road purposes.
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VII. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
IA. 2. b) Public comments and discussion continued.
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Mr. Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant addressed the Council. Planning Staff has indicated through the written staff
report that the intent of the applicant is to develop a large area of developed land as a unified commercial center or
village prototype that at first the change seems inconsistent with the current Future Land Use Map. However, this
acreage is one of the few remaining areas that have not been platted into Single Family lots and still containing
Southern access to an arterial. The location of the new City Commerce Center to the North assures that there will be
some North/South roadway access points into this region. The City's inventory of vacant commercial land is presently
extremely limited. If this request is combined with other contiguous areas, it would be appropriate to consider the
change to Commercial. It is also important that transportation impacts be shown on the proposed areas. Preferably
combined rather than separate reports.
Plannina Staff ReDort COMDrehensive Plan Analvsls: (A) The applicant's request is consistent with currently
adopted Future Land Use Element policies and the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan. (B) Regarding the
concurrency of adequate public facilities, there is public water available near this property. The sewer is not currently
available at this site. Some streets are not existing in this area. (C) The requested Plan Amendment can be consistent
with adjacent and nearby land uses if they are also changed to Commercial on the Future Land Use Map. All
surrounding areas are vacant. The Future Land Use to the North is Single Family, the South, East and West are Single
Family and Commercial. The Zoning in all surrounding areas is Holding, with some Heavy Commercial to the South
and West and Residential Mobile Home (River Run) also to the West. (D) In meeting compliance with specific
standards fo the Plan, if infrastructure improvements are made and the development is approved in a centralized
manner, the applicants' request would be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Based on the above information, Planning Staff recommends approval. The Land Planning Agency considered the
application at their April 27, 2004 meeting and recommended approval. They also agreed with Planning Consultant's
LaRue's recommendation that a combined Traffic Impact Study should be presented.
Council Member Watford stated his main concerns were the streets, and they were addressed in Mr. LaRue's overview
of the application. The developer will be tying the parcels together as needed for the development. All these items will
have to be properly addressed in the developer agreement and/or plan. The City has had past developments come
in and once they develop and dedicate the streets they were incorrect. He cautioned City Staff to make sure this does
not happen. Mr. LaRue addressed Council Member Watford's questions regarding the maximum amount of land that
could be submitted annually under the small scale amendments. He advised that it was 80 percent for the year. With
these applications, the City is at 25 to 30 percent. Council Member Watford also noted this was a good area for
commercial development.
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AGENDA
Vill. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
A. 2. c) Vote on motion.
B. 1. a) Motion to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 855 pertaining
to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-
003-SSA, submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles and Myrna
Farmer for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street,
from Single Family to Commercial - City Attorney (Exhibit 2).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 855 by title only
2. a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 855 (Land Planning
Agency recommends approval).
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Clerk Gamiotea reported that all fees have been paid. All advertisements published. Since this was a small scale
amendment, notices were not sent to surrounding property owners, nor was a sign posted on the property.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Council Member Watford moved to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 855 pertaining to Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-003-SSA, submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles and Myrna Farmer
for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street, from Single Family to Commercial; seconded by Council
Member Williams
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 855 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDAAMENDING THECITYOFOKEECHOBEECOMPREHENSIVEPLAN, ORDINANCENO.
635ASAMENDED, BYREVISING THEFUTURELAND USEMAP; PROVIDING FORINCLUSIONOFORDINANCE
AND REVISED FUTURE LAND USE MAP IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.19
Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 855 (Land Planning Agency recommends
approval); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
AGENDA
VII. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
IB. 2. b) Public comments and discussion.
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Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any questions or comments from the public. There were none.
Ordinance No. 855 pertains to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Small Scale Map Amendment No. 04-003-SSA
submitted by D.R. Willson Land Company on behalf of the property owners, Charles and Myrna Farmer. The request
is to change the future land use designation from Single Family to Commercial on an unplatted parcel of land. A
rezoning application is also in process for this property, changing the zoning district from Holding to Heavy
Commercial.
The vacant property is a 5.06 unplatted parcel (Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1 -0000) located on the North
side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), across from the United States Post Office. This parcel is located
directly East of the application discussed in Item VI I. A. Legal Description being: All that part of the North 668.71 feet
of the East half of the East half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 15, Township 37 South,
Range 35 East, less and except the North 50 feet thereof.
Mr. LaRue reviewed the application briefly with Council. Planning Staff Report indicates that the intent of the applicant
is to develop a large area of developed land as a unified commercial center or village prototype that at first the change
seems inconsistent with the current Future Land Use Map. However, this acreage is one of the few remaining areas
have not been platted into Single Family lots and still containing Southern access to an arterial. The location of the
new City Commerce Center to the North assures that there will be some North/South roadway access points into this
region. The City's inventory of vacant commercial land is presently extremely limited. If this request is combined with
other contiguous areas, it would be appropriate to consider the change to Commercial. It is also important that
transportation impacts be shown these proposed areas. Preferably combined rather than separate reports.
Plannina Staff ReDort ComDrehonsive Plan Anallvsls: (A) The applicant's request is consistent with currently
adopted Future Land Use Element policies and the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan. (B) Regarding the
concurrency of adequate public facilities, there is public water available near this property. The sewer is not currently
available at this site. Some streets are not existing in this area. (C) The requested Plan Amendment can be consistent
with adjacent and nearby land uses if they are also changed to Commercial on the Future Land Use Map. Most of the
surrounding area is vacant. The Future Land Use to the North and West are Single Family. The South is Commercial.
The Zoning in for the North, South and West is Holding. The property directly East is in the County. (D) In meeting
compliance with specific standards fo the Plan, if infrastructure improvements are made and the development is
approved in a centralized manner, the applicants' request would be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
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AGENDA
Vill. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
B. 2. b) Public comments and discussion continued.
c) Vote on Motion.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING - Mayor.
Vill. NEW BUSINESS.
A. 1. a) Motion to read by title only and set May 18, 2004 as a public
hearing date for proposed Ordinance No. 856 pertaining to
Rezoning Application No. 04-001-R submitted by Rob Willson on
behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for unplatted land located North of
North East Park Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial - City
Planning Consultant (Exhibit 3).
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Based on the above information, Planning Staff recommends approval. The Land Planning Agency considered the
application at their April 27, 2004 meeting and recommended approval. They also agreed with Planning Consultant
LaRue's recommendation that a combined Traffic Impact Study be submitted to the City.
Clerk Gamiotea reported that all fees have been paid. All advertisements published. Since this was a small scale
amendment, notices were not sent to surrounding property owners, nor was a sign posted on the property.
Council Member Watford stated he would reiterate his same comments from the previous item and that again, this
seems to be an appropriate area for a commercial development. Council Member Markham questioned whether there
is a City road along the parcel, it appears to be Northeast 12 1h Avenue and is only 30-feet wide. City Staff is to research
whether there is an easement or a dedicated right-of-way.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
MAYOR KIRK CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:19PM.
Council Member Watford moved to read by title only and set May 18, 2004 as a public hearing date for proposed
Ordinance No. 856 pertaining to Rezoning Application No. 04-001-R submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Mary
Francis Dixon for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial; seconded
by Council Member Williams.
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VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
A. 1. b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date
c) City Attorney to read proposed ordinance No. 856 by title only
2. a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 856
(Planning Board recommends approval).
b) Discussion.
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COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance No. 856 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY REZONING A
CERTAIN TRACTOFLANDMOREPARIICULARLYDESCPJBEDHEREIN, FROMHOLDING(H)ZONINGDISTPJCT
TOHEAVYCOMMERCIAL (CH10 ZONING DISTRJCT, AMENDING THEZONINGMAPACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITYAND AN EFFECTIVE DA TE. "
Council Member Markham moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 856 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Williams.
Ordinance No. 856 pertains to Rezoning Application No. 04-001 -R submitted by D.R. Willson Land Company on behalf
of the property owner, Mary Francis Dixon. The request is to change the zoning district from Holding to Heavy
Commercial.
The vacant property is a seven -acre unplatted parcel (Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000) located on the
North side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), across from the United States Post Office. Legal
Description being: the West -half of the East -half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter lying North of State
Road 70 (Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, less the following: Beginning at the
Southwest comer fo the East -half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of said Section 15, run North 594
feet, East 186.3 feet, South 594 feet, West 186.3 feet to the point of beginning. Also less the North 50 feet which is
reserved for road purposes.
Mr. LaRue, reviewed briefly, Planning Staff Report reflects that this parcel is part of a unified effort to change a large
area of vacant land to Commercial. If development is unified and infrastructure improvements are made, the zoning
change would be appropriate.
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AGENDA
Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
A. 2. b) Discussion continued.
c) Vote on motion.
COUNCL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Plannina Staff R000rt Analwis: (1) If the Future Land Use Map Amendment (No. 04-002-SSA) is approv�d the
zoning would then be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. (2) Heavy Commercial zoning allows a vanei of
permitted uses as well as special exception uses. The applicant has indicated that a restaurant is being proposed,
which is a permitted use. (3) In addressing the adverse effect on the public interest, if surrounding property changes,
as proposed in separate applications, the impact on the public appears to be minimal. (4) The rezoning request seems
to be reasonably compatible with adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use patterns.
(5) Information obtained to date indicates that it would not adversely affect property values or living conditions or be
a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property. (6) If necessary, proposed uses can be suitably
buffered from surrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood. This would
be addressed by the Technical Review Committee during site plan review, (7) This application is not applicable for
density patterns that would overburden public facilities. However, Infrastructure improvements will have to be made.
(8) The applicant will have to address whether the rezoning would create traffic congestion, flooding or drainage
problems. A traffic impact study has been requested by the Planning Staff and Land Planning Agency when the same
property was discussed for a future land use map amendment. Again, some of these areas will also be addressed
during site plan review by the Technical Review Committee. (9) No special privileges will be granted if the rezoning
is approved.
Based on the above information, Planning Staff and the Planning Board find the application to be consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and Commercial Future Land Uses, and therefore are recommending approval. The application
was considered at the April 27, 2004 meeting.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
AGENDA
Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
B. 1. a) Motion to read by title only and set May 18, 2004 as a public
hearing date for proposed Ordinance No. 857 pertaining to
Rezonng Application No. 04-002-R submitted by Rob Willson on
behalf of Charles Farmer and James Crowe for Block 4, Price
Addition and an unplatted parcel located North of North East Park
Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial - City Planning
Consultant (Exhibit 4).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
Ic) City Attorney to read proposed ordinance No. 857 by title only.
2. a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 857
(Planning Board recommends 6pproval).
b) Discussion.
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Council Member Watford moved to read by title only and set May 18, 2004 as a public hearing date for proposed
Ordinance No. 857 pertaining to Rezonng Application No. 04-002-R submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles
Farmer and James Crowe for Block 4, Price Addition and an unplatted parcel located North of North East Park Street
from Holding to Heavy Commercial; seconded by Council Member Williams.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance No. 857 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY REZONING A
CERTAIN TRACTOFLANDMOREPARTICULARLYDESCRfBED HEREIN, FROMHOLDING(H) ZONINGDISTPJCT
TOHEAVYCOMMERCIAL (Ch%9ZONINGDISTRICT, AMENDING THEZONING MAPACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITYAND AN EFFECTIVE DA TE. "
Council Member Markham moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 857 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
Ordinance No. 857 pertains to Rezoning Application No. 04-002-R submitted by D.R. Willson Land Company on behalf
of the property owner, James Crow and Charles Farmer. The request is to change the zoning district from Holding to
Heavy Commercial.
The 3.46 acre property is made of three unplatted parcels (Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00010-0000, 3-25-37-
35-0210-00010-0040, and 3-25-37-35-0210-00010-0010) located on the North side of North East Park Street (State
Road 70 East), across from the United States Post Office. Legal Description being: All of lots 1 through 12, inclusive
lying North of North Park Street (formerly known as Fort Pierce Road) as now constructed, Block 4, in Price Addition
to Okeechobee City, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 17, public records of Okeechobee
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AGEMA
Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
B. 2. b) Discussion continued.
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
County, Florida; And The alley in Block 4, Price addition to Okeechobee City, as recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 17,1
Public Records, Okeechobee County, Florida, between Lots 1-6 and 7-12; And, the street known as Northeast 2nd
Street as it runs east from Northeast 12th Avenue to Northeast 13th Avenue, particularly located North of Block 4,
Price addition to Okeechobee City, according to Plat Book2, Page 17, Public Records, Okeechobee County, Florida.
Commence at the Northeast corner of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 15, Township 37
South, Range 35 East; thence run S 00*18'26" E along the Easterly line thereof, 668.71 feetto the Pointof Beginning;
thence continue S 00* 18'26 E 276.28 feet to the Northeast corner of Price Addition to Okeechobee City, (Plat Book
2, Page 17); thence run S 89*50'34 W along the Northwest line thereof, 336.76 feet to the Northwest corner of said
Price Addition; thence run N 00*17'46 W along the West line of the East half of the Southwest Quarter of the
Southeast Quarterof said Section 15, a distance of 273.38 feet; thence run N 89*20'47" and parallel with the Northerly
line of previously mentioned Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, a distance of 336.71 feet to the Point of
Beginning.
Mr. LaRue, briefly addressed the Council, Planning Staff Report reflects that this parcel already has a Future Land
Use designation of Commercial. Plannina Staff Analvsis: (1) Heavy Commercial is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan Policies and the Future Land Use map designation for this property. (2) Commercial develop
is authorized un the Heavy Commercial Zoning District and allows a variety of permitted uses as well as special
exception uses. (3) Commercial use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest. (4) The rezoning request
seems to be reasonably compatible with adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use
patterns. (5) Information obtained to date indicates that it would not adversely affect property values or living
conditions or be a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property. (6)lf necessary, proposed uses
can be suitably buffered from surrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact of any nuisance or hazard to the
neighborhood. This would be addressed by the Technical Review Committee during site plan review. (7) Traffic
impacts can be accommodated under this rezoning. This will occur prior to or in conjunction with development. (8)
The application is not applicable regarding the proposed use being inordinately burdened by unnecessary restriction.
(9) No special privileges will be granted if the rezoning is approved.
Based on the above information, Planning Staff and the Planning Board find the application to be consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and Commercial Future Land Uses, and therefore are recommending approval. The application
was considered at the April 27, 2004 meeting.
AGENDA
Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
IB. 2. c) Vote on motion.
C. 1. a) Motion to read by title only and set May 18, 2004 as a public
hearing date for proposed Ordinance No. 858 pertaining to
Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by Rob Willson on
behalf of Charles and Myrna Farmer for unplatted land located
North of North East Park Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial -
I City Planning Consultant 'ExI111111 5).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date
c) City Attorney to read proposed ordinance by title only.
2. a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 858
(Planning Board recommends approval).
b) Discussion.
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VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Council Member Watford moved to read by title only and set May 18, 2004 as a public hearing date for proposed
Ordinance No. 858 pertaining to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles
and Myrna Farmer for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial;
seconded by Council Member Williams.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITYOFOKEECHOBEE,
FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY REZONING A CERTAIN TRACT OF
LAND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN, FROM HOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICT TO HEAVY
COMMERCIAL (CH10 ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITYAND AN EFFECTIVE DA TE. "
Council Member Markham moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 858 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Williams.
Ordinance No. 858 pertains to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by D. R. Willson Land Company on behalf
of the property owner, Charles and Myrna Farmer. The request is to change the zoning district from Holding to Heavy
Commercial. The vacant property is a 5.06 unplatted parcel (Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1 -0000) located
on the North side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), across from the United States Post Office.
774
MAY 4,2004 - REouLAR MEETING - PAGE 13 OF 18
AGENDA
VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
C. 2. b) Discussion continued.
c) Vote on motion.
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Legal Description: All that part of the North 668.71 feet of the East half of the East half of the Southwest quarter of the
Southeast quarter of Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, less and except the North 50 feet thereof.
Mr. LaRue briefly summarized the Planning Staff Report. The report reflects that this parcel is part of a unified effort
to change a large area of vacant land to Commercial. If development is unified and infrastructure improvements are
made, the zoning change would be appropriate. Plannina Staff Analvsis: (1) If the Future Land Use Map
Amendment (No. 04-003-SSA) is approved, the zoning would then be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. (2)
Heavy Commercial zoning allows a variety of permitted uses as well as special exception uses. (3) In addressing the
adverse effect on the public interest, if Site Plan review is performed adequately. (4) The rezoning request seems to
be reasonably compatible with adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use patterns.
However, if lands to the South remain residential there would be some compatibility issues. (5) Information obtained
to date indicates that it would not adversely affect property values or living conditions or be a deterrent to the
improvement or development of adjacent property. (6) If necessary, proposed uses can be suitably buffered from
surrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood. This would be addressed
by the Technical Review Committee during site plan review. (7) Density is not an issue for this application. Utility
accommodations need to be addressed, especially the sewer. Right-of-way and road construction commitment by
applicants need to be made. (8) Traffic impacts should be accounted for by a traffic impact study with some
accommodation made for future streets. Again, some of these areas will also be addressed during site plan review
by the Technical Review Committee. (9) No special privileges will be granted if the rezoning is approved.
Based on the above information, Planning Staff and the Planning Board at their April 27, 2004 meeting found the
application to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Commercial Future Land Uses, and therefore are
recommending approval.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
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Vill. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
D. Consider approval of an acquisition of Lot 1, Block K, Central Park
Subdivision by Okeechobee Utility Authority - City Attorney (Exhibit
6).
E. Consider approval of the Vacant Land Contract between Robert
Meyer and the City of Okeechobee - City Attorney (Exhibit 7).
MAY 4,2004 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 14 OF 18
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
A motion and second were made and immediately withdrawn by Council Members Watford and Williams to authorize
the sale of Lot 1 of Block K, Central Park Subdivision to the Okeechobee Utility Authority (OUA). Council Member
Markham noted that the alleyway which runs directly South of Lot 1 was closed and is also part of the property. The
legal description in the proposed quit claim deed does not include the adjoining alleyway.
Council Member Watford moved to authorize the sale of Lot I and the Dortion of a vacated alleyway runninq
South of and adloinina Lot I all in Block K. Central Park Subdivision in the amount of seventv-seven thousand.
one hundred elahtv dollars ($77.180.00): seconded by Council Member Williams.
There was a brief discussion between the Council and OUA Executive Director, L.C. Fortner. Mr. Fortner advised that
he would take the offer to the OUA Board of Directors. It will be their decision to accept or reject the offer. Should they
reject the offer, he could redesign the lift station expansion within the existing easement.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
A motion and second were made, then withdrawn by Council Members Watford and Markham to approve the Vacant
Land Contract between the City and Federal Cast Stone, Inc. Mr. Meyer proposed amendments to the contract.
Page 3 of 7, paragraph 3. Add language to the last sentence: " No extension of time will be granted to this schedule
except delay's due to acts of God; or delays that the buyer can demonstrate are absolutely beyond its control; or be
written agreement of the parties or anv delays bv a oovernina authoritv." Mr. Meyer explained he could not control
the time frames of permits to be issued by governing agencies. Attorney Cook agreed with the amendment. Discussion
ensued.
Council Member Wafford moved to aDDrove the Vacant Land Contract. as amended dudnq discussion,
between the City and Federal Cast Stone. Inc. (Robert Mover): seconded by Council Member Markham.
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MAY 4, 2004 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 15 OF 18
AGENDA
VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
E. Consider approval of the Vacant Land Contract between Robert
Meyer and the City of Okeechobee continued.
F. Motion to approve Deed Restrictions for the Commerce Center -
City Attorney (Exhibit 8).
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
VOTE
KJIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
A motion and second were made and withdrawn to approve the Deed Restriction, by Council Members Watford and
Markham.
Attorney Cook advised of the following changes: (1) Page 12 of 20, Paragraph K, fifth paragraph, "All building and
structures shall be kept properly painted or color -coated bv manufacturer and protected from deterioration and shall
not be permitted to become dilapidated." (2) Page 14 of 20, T. Supplemental Development Regulations, paragraph
1, second sentence, "Exterior walls of each building shall be finished with pgLint or color -coated steel ....... He further
advised that these deed restrictions, which pertain and govern only the City Commerce Center are more extensive
than the existing Land Development Regulations (LDR's). There is language within this document that explains that
these extensive regulations only apply to the commerce center area and that all other industrial zoning districts have
to comply with what is in the LDR's. These restrictions are subject to amendments in the future.
Council Member Wafford made a motion to aporove Deed Restrictions, as amended duriina discussion for the
City Commerce Center: seconded bv Council Member Markham.
Administrator Veach took a moment to thank Attorney Cook for his hard work on this project, stating "he gave 110
percent on what we have needed him to do recently, and we really appreciate him."
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
AGENDA
VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
G. Motion to award the Commerce Center Bridge Construction
Contract to Drawdy Construction in the amount of $787,250.25 -
Craig A. Smith & Associates (Exhibit 9).
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MAY 4,2004 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 16 OF 18
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Mr. Gene Schriner of Craig A. Smith and Associates addressed the Council by explaining that the City received six
bids for the project. Staff is recommending the low bidder, Drawdy Construction. The low bidder is still over the budget
estimate, (which was $600,000.00). They will now perform value engineering to lower the cost of the project as much
as possible. Drawdy has already been working with staff, once their contract is awarded, they are willing to perform
a bearing capacity test, at no additional charge to find out whether or not we can use 18-inch piling rather than the 24-
inch the plans called for. We have eliminated part of the guardrail. We are also proposing to shrink the shoulders from
six feet to three feet on each side, but leave the travel lanes as the 12-feet width. Staff is requesting that you go ahead
and award the contract at the bid price and as we are able to do value engineering, deductive -change orders will be
issued.
Council discussed the shoulder width with Mr. Schriner and asked that he see whether he could stretch them to four -
feet on each side or one side larger than the other. Their main concern was the pedestrian and bike traffic that will be
on this bridge due to the proximity of the residential area.
Council Member Watford moved to award the Commerce Center Bridge Construction Contract 2A (Bid No. PW-05-1 0-
03-04) to Drawdy Construction of West Palm Beach, in the amount of seven hundred eighty-seven thousand, two
hundred fifty dollars and twenty-five cents ($787,250.25); seconded by Council Member Markham.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Other bidders for this project were: Cone and Graham, Inc. $837,354.31. Murphy Construction Co. $837,439.00;
Sheltra and Son Construction $840,160.17; Zep Construction, Inc. $1,026,674.95; and Lucas Marine Construction
$1,088,708.00
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MAY 4, 2004 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 17 OF 18
AGENDA
VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
H. Motion to approve the IRCC Crime Lab Contract - Chief Davis
(Exhibit 10).
1. Motion to approve the Affiliated Computer Services (ACS) Contract
- City Administrator (Exhibit 11).
J. Presentation related to the topic, "The Value of Tourism" - Kathy
Scott, Okeechobee County Tourist Development Coordinator.
COUNCIL ACTION -DISCUSSION -VOTE
Council Member Watford moved to approve the interlocal agreement for the Crime Lab, deleting paragraph 6;
seconded by Council Member Markham. There was a brief discussion on this item.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Council Member Watford moved to approve a contract with Affiliated Computer Services (ACS) of Sarasota, Florida,
in the amount of seven thousand, sixty-seven dollars and ninety-two cents ($7,067.92); seconded by Council Member
Markham.
This is the annual expenditure for the license agreement and upgrades that is used to do the garbage collection
through the tax collector's office.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Kathy Scott, Coordinator for the Okeechobee County Tourist Development Board, gave a presentation to the
Council regarding tourism, how it affects the State, County and City. She advised that it was her job, although be il
a large one, to obtain more tourist tax dollars for Okeechobee County, and change the mind set of the local residents
to embrace the tourists, and to compete harder with surrounding areas to bring more tourist in. The age-old view thai
tourist once had is to visit the beaches, and theme parks. Today's tourist is looking for peaceful getaways and countr�
areas. In order to make a difference we need to work together to learn and understand how important these tourists
are.
MAY 4, 2004 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 18 OF 18
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AGENDA
VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
J. Presentation related to the topic, "The Value of Tourism" continued
IX. ADJOURN MEETING - Mayor.
Please take notice and be advised that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with
respect to any matter considered at this meeting, helshe 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 tapes are for the sole purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk.
ATTL�r
'Lane Garnioted, City Clerk
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James E. Kirk, Mayor
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Ms. Scott stated, "give me your ideas, your input and invite your friends and family to Okeechobee." Council thanked
her for the presentation.
There being no further items on the agenda, Mayor Kirk adjourned the May 4, 2004 meeting at 7:54 p.m. The next
regularly scheduled meeting is May 18, 2004. There is a joint City, County and OUA workshop scheduled for May 13,
2004.
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CITM OKEECHOI3EE---MAY 4, MU.-P
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - HANDWRITTEN MINUTES
1. CALLTOORDE 4W6r. Yjrk. Mav 4.2004. CItV Council Reautar Meetina. 6,01Y a.m.
111. dPWNGdtkWdkft: Invocation niven bv'-Pastor Sallv Bull. OkeechobEiiiAreibvt6rian Church:
Pledge of Allegianaled by M=r Kirk.
11111. INAV^ COUNCL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - Cky ClIwk.
Mayor James E. Xirk
X
Council Member Noel A. Chandler
X
Council Member Lowry Markham
X
Council Member Dowling R. Watford, Jr.
X
Council Member Clayton Williams
X
City Attorney John R. Cook
X
City Administrator Bill L. Veach
X
City Clerk Lane Gamiotea
X
Deputy Clerk Adriana Berry
X
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCILAMATIONS - Mayor.
A. Wayar X1rk proclaitned'the,month of May2004 as, %iv#fty Month.'and read the -pvvlamajon in its
entire��y as follows: 'OMEREAS, the open exchange of public discoum Is ossandal to the
deni o craft sysist'n' Wig oi eirn i -on 61 eti�k:idzA S1,4—s- a
ocraw
have observed cwtin ndos of beWorgenerally Amomm as clWft, MO)Wj��& WIftyl.
dartved from the Latin words melvilies" meaning city and "civis 'I meaning cilizen, Is behavior
weiftef, Anns living In a contmunlly-4v In common with offidirs; andAVEAM dhpbp
of anger, rudeness, ridicule, Impatience, and a lack of respect and personal attacks detract
1=149)wiolj�, il��l-banp-offtas,-p"wtf*,&cussknofftbsuwad-nffdwmmp�
Individuals ftm parftWon In government and WHEREAA civility c&n mist In reaching
6wohausin d1v=9 issues iififf affo-*V ffifteily respeeftl Wft 101110fth"; and
j,.chj1fty can u
plift our *Iyjffo ;nd make It more pl"nt to /in In an organized
society; and WHEREAS, the City, County and Local Government Low Section �Me'Albilds
Bar uqu Me -adoption. of apledge. of chft,,by all citizens.. In the, ftte - of Florida,, NOW
THEREFORE, I James E Kirk, by virtue of the auffi&* vested In me a Abyw of the City of
%F1101"m hanbre "i do hereby precisim Me, nwnffi-of Afay2W.as mCMUTY-MONT14 11-andcallupon
alicifteftid exercise civility fowvrdeach other'. No one was present to receive the proclamation,
therefore ft Will be forwarded to the"appropriate party by the Clerk's Office.
V. *11NUTES - City Clerk.
A. Council Member Chandler moved to dispense with,the reading and approve the Summary of Co * uncil
Action for the April 20, 2004 Regular Meeting; seconded by Council Member Williams. There was no
discussion.
YEA NAY , ABSTAIN ABMNT
KIRk X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM. X
WATFORD X
wiLLIAMS X MOT"- -CARRIED.
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A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda. There were none.
VII. 'MAYOR VJRK OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION AT 6:06 PM
-k-l' . AYCOUMIrMembei Watfuid inuml-"ad-by-Wou ui4y piupuovd Oidiiiama 14T134 Vwlc,;i,;iqj tv
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-002-8SA, submitted by Rob Willson
on behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street, from Single
Voteon rnotion4oread by title only -------
YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
CHIANDLER X
WATFORD X
CARRIED.-
c) Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 854 by title only as follows: 1ANORDiNANCE OF THE
CITYGFOPSM.1-01364.7 FLORIDA AAWMM WE G-MKO-FOKEEMBUCOURREHENSM
PLAN, ORNNAM* NO. 635 AS' AMENDEA BY REWNG THE FUTURE JAND USE AfAP,-
movms Pm Nausmor-00MMEAND REWYM FUTURE LUD USE MAP IN ME—
COMPREHENSIVE PLAAP, PROWDING FORAN EFFECTIVE DATE."
-Cmdi--M-e-m-�e�Ma-rkh-an-m-ove—d tLq adODt DroDOsed Ordinance No-._ 854 (Land P.Ia ipD engy
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recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Williams.
b) Public comments and discussion.
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Ordihance No. 854 pertains to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Small Scale Map Amendment No. 04-
0 P n mpany
0 SSA�i6VH&d by D.R. Willson Ei---d-Co-r----'-----on-tenaltottne prope-ftff*-her, mary t-rancls D[xo-n.Th-e---
st is to chanae the future land use desiqRatioqf�q!RS Lnqld Family to ornmercial. A rezoning application
is al io in process for this property, changing the zoning district from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
The �alcant property is a seven -acre unplatted parcel (Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000) located
, 161.11 *;JeVfNoltI1 East Falk . . — . U-1.1 C%4-8
---o" IV Road 70 East), acioss fi-oni Ithe (JIMMU Q Otes Post Offlee—.-
Witt !'Legal Description being: the West -half of the East -half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter
ryikiji'North of Stikelldad70 (Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township J1 boutn, kange;3b-East, iessthe
--- --- folkohg�ftnni ga the Southwest comer fo the East -half of the Southwest qya er of the Southeast quarter
of s#id Section 15, run North 594 feet, East 186.3 fee, South 594 feet, West 186.3 feet to the point of
--begli�n%.---Atro-les&4ho-No&-50-feet-W:kb-is-Teserved-for- road purposes-
*4m-LaRw, - -Plarinil-19- Cons�� aJJ,o*.,,-,fft-C-ounci.-Poa,ie,'.ig StG901 1100 IndtiWIM'd 40-11ro-gh the
wri 'n staff report that the intent of the applicant is to develop a large area of developed land as a u�'nified
I
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cot, ercli-166-ntbr o I I' age , prototype that at first the cnange seems inconsistentwith me current Future Lana'
U-se.-M-ap..H-gw-ev-er,-th:is-ap;�e-wq�iLs-pne of the few remaininq areas have not been platted into Single Family
lots and still containing Southern access to an arterial. The location of the new City Commerce Center to the
h1e. hq -s—res that fih-a-ras %A4 1.1 b- -a ifttto-ftregi=-TheAC4�sin��--
of v;dant commercial land is presently extremely limited. If this request is combined with other contiguous
I .
dielb it wuulJ Lft app�i uvi;atv lu w, *;Jorthe-change-b-Co, nine, cisl. it is -also Impoftet"M 4. ---- o
U. ., -.,-,.-rtat*en - - -- - - - -- -
impacts be show for these proposed areas. Preferably combined rather than separate reports.
-40r Pla 'in Staff R000rt Cornomhonsive Plan Anewsis:(A) The applicant's request is consistent with
u tj y a
ri
is not currently available at this site. Some street are not existing in this area. (C) The requested Plan
cu ptly adopted Future Land Use Element policies and the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan--. fB—)-
-the cancurrency-of-adeq�public facifities,-therels-public water-avai1able nearth�i�-pWwerlty.--,
Se e s n
-Arnitidnien ,a,, Lm w, *;a6, it"th Gadjacentand nearby !and use94 they are alsodianged*Wornmerc4on-
vv'
the �-':uture Land Use Map. All surrounding areas are vacant. The Future Land Use to the North is Single
Fa rr- "ye-`S6u-th , EasFafid- Wdsl are 8 1 n g le Fam Tiy—a nd'Coff fmamllal. -The Zu 16 19 1 n -att zw , i u u i id I I 19 d 10 a* I a
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Hodnq, with some Heavy Commwtial to thaSouth and West and P"A"al Mobile.�Iome (River Run�also,
to tho West. (0) In meeting compliance with specific standards fo the Plan, if infrastructure improvements are
madp�and the JQ 0d;VVI is approved in a centalized-marme0wvipplfcants' request-woWd* consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan.
@?sod on the above information, Flkq_ping Staff recommends apprqv�l- The Land Planning Agency considered
the application at their April 27, 2004 meeting and recommended approval. They also agreed with Planning
ConWitant's LaRue's- thata-combined Traffic ImpactStudy be�itted toba C*.priorto
the Council's decision.
Watford - main concern, the streets - you've pretty much address. Assume the developer will be tying parcels
t696thdF,-dd-V#l6p6r wiff'hav-e-t6affow Within'1119-dOdlapdr agT6eM0rVPtWa# that"Is'necessaq,1ndadingthe
str"I traffic impacts, etc. Worry ��cause we've had some other developments in the past, that once the put
0
their:streets in and dedicated them, they have come back to haunt us, Sfia-ff- `6eed's t6`make 'sure (hat does no t
happen. Also,.this iaasmaft sGale because it is under 10 acres� don't we.have a.percentage manmumfor the
year? LaRue - yes its 80%, with these we're at 25% - 30%. Watford - Think this area is appropriate area for
commercial. LaRue -4 wentbeelt-tDtompplan-wAthis wasone-area-listeder rem
going to handle these areas. Watford - some residential areas, River Run to the West, assume any commercial
wM W buff e-red? Yes. TRC7*1TMffdM-.
Pub0c ? None.
Waq6rd, small scale, only one reading of ordinance? Right.
c) ' Vote on motion.
VOTE
YFA Va -ABST*M ASSM'
KIRK
x
CHANDLER
X
MAO"
X
WATFORD
X
IN
UAMS
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- X MOTM:
B. 11.� a) Council Member Watford moved to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 855 pertaining to
-C-omprdh6nsiV6'P1an Future Land Us 6V—a0-Aff6ndMeht`No. 04--DMSSA,'8UbMM0dby'R0b Wfftson
on behalf of Charles and Myrna Farmer for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street,
from Single Family to Commercial - City Attom�y (16h'116141); seconded by Council Memti�r Williams.
b) � Vote on motion to read by title only.
YM YEA NO, ABSTAM ABSENT- -
KIRK x
CIONIKER X
MA4KHAM X
WAtFdkD X
WIlLMS X MOTION; CARRIED.
c) A" Cwk-read,pmposedor&w."-ko�=,by-tt6only-as4oHows: -
CffYOFOKEECHOSEA FLONDAAMENDING THECffYOFOKEECHOBEECOMPREHENSIVE
-PLAN,-001 NCE�WO. -035 AS AMENDM, -BY REWSiNG �THE FUTURE LAND, USE *V,,
PROWDJNG FOR INCLUSfON OF ORDINANCEAND REWSED FUTURE LAND USEMAP IN THE
CUme t%L-it&m*o 0= eLAK,
2. ai council member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 855 (Land Planning Agency
. , recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
b) �!- Public comments and -dismsion. None.
Ordinance No. 855 p6itailfft to Corritprehensive Ptah Future
Con
The
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, The request is to change the future land 'use designation from Single Family to Commercial. A
r1ercial.
acdnt prbperty Is a 5.06 unplatted parcel (Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOMOO 11 -0000) located on
Drth side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), acFoisi-from the United States Post Office. This
1 is-located�&ect�-Eag-otftjd*ve-appkafio-n-Kift.LegaI DeSCriDtion beina: All that Dart of the North
1 feet of the East half of the East half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 15,
s*37 South, Range art, less and except the-No#h,%%9tAhemof,
Cuu, it,;;, Flaiw;iiq 361-1 R-e-portindicates that the it ite, it of the `Spp-H1`UanTt1-5-_10 --- - --
dew lop a large area of developed land as a unified commercial center or village prototype that at first the
--6-hii ji see_ffisin&nsistent with the cunren-t Future Land use map. However, this acreage is one oi the iew
_rem� ljijingAr%a_s_ have not been *ftd into sftlq amily lots and still containing Southern access to an
arte 'al. The location of the new City Commerce Center to the North assures that there will be some
iftintoftregion
12n, 1th ro2dw of vacant commercial land is presently
ext ely limited. If this request is combined with other contiguous areas it would be appropriate to consider
IM IdFIYU LU �.M1111101v;al. ld"lau;mvouilaiiithat hanspor1c,1;,A,;.,,pa-,t*-be show fot these piociposed areas. ---
Pre rably combined rather than separate reports.
Pla in_g Staff R
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_�e Nplicant's request is consistent with currently
ed Future Land Use Element policies and the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan. (13) Regarding
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curr 'fintly available at this site. Some street are not existing in this area. (C) The requested Plan Amendment
J nearby land i ises N they — also -"-ged to Commercial on the Fuhn- -
cot isi to, eL ";(I. al A
Lan Use Map. Most of the surrounding area is vacant. The Future Land Use to the North and West are Single
F v -for the Nortn,"Sdo-uffi-ah-dw6st is Holaing. ine—
iay Yte South is Commercial. The z6hkingiin propefVdirftlry
Eastl in the County. (0) In rig qqm a ce with sVe f ndard§ fo the Plan, if infrastructure
impi overnents are made and the development is approved in a centralized manner, the applicants' request
thc obvvc;i iftimiatiui i, Fla, ining Staff reconinnen -approval. The Land Planning Ageneyeensidered
the' pplication at their Apdl 27, 2004 meeting and recommended approval. They also agreed with Planning
__C6n u t aat -La-Rue'�-fecommend5iUon-lhat7dcwom h Tramcimp 6tudy be submiwd1o1heX11y-M0M-
the ouncil's decision.
-same- comments nQ before, againnMd.2rp-a fnrxznimerciaL
V%Ao
YEA MAY AMAIN ABSENT
X__
DLER X
HAM X
__X
W V IAM
NAI S X MOTION: CARRIED.
KIRK CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:11912M.
Vill. NEW BUSINESS.
u- h Ci I - Mbnibe r W atto rd m o v ed t-c re -a- -a n d -s-el M a y 18, 2OC4 -a-9-Vp u-Mc -heMW9 4M
8 Rezoning A 04-001 -R submitted by Rob
Qspd, Ordinance No. 56pertainin to fflication No.
Willson on behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street
�_---from_ Holding -to- Heavy Commercial �Z4 Planning Consultant (Exhibit 3Y seconded -by Council
Member Williams.
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
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ABSTAIN
X
flu
X
-WX
INIL�IAMS --X" --MOTION: CARRIED.
I, I—— -- - --
Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance No. 856 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CffYOFOKEECHOBEE; FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFRCIAL ZONING MAP OFOM:CHOBEE
AYREZOAVWACER MACTOFLANDWOREPARMALM YNSOMHERES FROM
IUCTTOHEAVYCOAWERCL4L(CHIOZOIWNGDISTRfCTAAfENDING
-HOLDING( 7=11INGDIST
71W11E ZQMNG MIAP A
pROWMG FOR CONFUCM SEMUM aY AND AN
EFFECTIVEDATE."
2. 4 Council Member Markham moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 856
(Planning Board recomme6ddi seconded by C6-uncil Member Wifflam�.
b) Discussion.
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(�iryance No. 856 pertains to Rezoning Application No. 04-001-R submitted by D.R. Willson Land Company
Ul I go -Mary a,,g..;*D;Av, The request Is -to
Wl K-oftl io ji, upw ty-owner, cl ange th t zoning district ftomHolding
to H��vy Commercial.
T agant is a seven -acre unp
hel� ---pW* --- -Igftd parpql (identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-00001 tqcated
4 on t e North side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), across from the United States Post Office.
.L ,
e9a
DeSGOption being: the Wgs���Emt-halfof the Anuthwastquarterof the Southeastiquarter
lyin North of State Road 70 (Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, less the
b the East --half oft' te Soud twest quartet of the Southeast quarter -
of s�id Section 15, run North 594 feet, East 186.3 fee, South 594 feet, West 186.3 feet to the point of
in-- -- W -W -f ---W -is fd- d tor road pup6s-e—s.
begr6h6 g. k1jolesst 6 oiI�50 6etw i6h serve
Jim Rue, reviewed briefly, Planning Staff Report reflects that this parcel is part of a unified effort to change
m
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on
--ad
to
will
and1l.
(9)
,ve,ima-4-vacant-tandio-commemiaL tdeveWpment-is i inified a -d 'nkastn icti ire i
the zoning change would be appropriate. Anolysis: J11) If the Future Land Use Map Amendment (No,
Q--S�Wis appiumd, theLut ... t�j�iv-u-ld-ten-be-coits*steitwiditlie%Co-Ompre'll,-Utl,71v Paen.--(2)-+4eemy------------------
percial zoning allows a variety of permitted uses as well as special exception uses. Applicant has
ited ftfia r6st6dr-aWntis-being proposed, which is a perm"iUe-duse-.- j3) in aadress'in-g-tKe-adverse eifect
o-publi�cjaterest surr9undinq prop@rty changes, as being ions, the impact
,C _proposed in separate applicati
e public appears to be minimal. (4) The rezoning request seems to be reasonably compatible with
lent land uses,and4smtcontrary or dotdixient 21 tourbanizing land use pattems (5)Infomationobtabed--
�e indicates that it would not adversely affect property values or living conditions or be a deterrent to the
I A
lvtllloletu.j,ovclupi,iv,-Iltofe4aceiitpiup"-.--(%ff-necessary,-pioposeuus can besu*tably buffered -------
5,urrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood. This would
id4is-6d--Ey-tTie--T6-6KWi-c�-al-'Re-e-v-i-e'-'-'w---C-o---m--m-tlf(e--e---dunng site plan review. -(i) inis app1inT16rFIS-1V----
�ab[e - _p
jor4ens�ty p@ftqrn_$-th t would overbuNep ic facilities. However, Infrastructure improvements
_k _qb1_
ave to be made. (8) The applicant will have to address whether the rezoning would create traffic
Wion-,flooding-or -drainage problem A traffic impact -stu� has been requested -by- Planning
and Planning Agency when the same property was discussed for a future land use map amendment.
i,some-oMesecitc.abvvriictlzvLmoddressedbAng-siteplanfevL-wby-b*
D special privileges will be granted if the rezoning is approved.
Bas 0-on the.Ab inf rm iqp and the Plannin Board find the application to be consistent
-qyq_: _q__At_ _,Plan
h the Comprehensive Plan and Commercial Future Land Uses, and therefore are recommending approval.
c) Vote on motion.
film-WIM - -ABSTAIN- A13SENT------
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WATOORD X
VVILLIOAMS X
MOTIONt,-CARRIED;
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B. 1A) Council Member W911brd moved'lo read by title only and set May 18, 2004 as a pubiliThearing date
for proposed Ordinance No. 857 pertaining to Rezonng Application No. 04-002-R submitted by Rob
Willson on behalf Wdliides'Farmer and James Crowe fo . r Block 4, PH 66 Addition i6a"a'n u�plift6d
parcel located North of North East Park Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial - City Planning
Consultant (Exhibit 4); seconded by Council Member Williams.
b) � Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
V0 "I YEA JW - AfttAN " ABSW
X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM
X
WOOOk!)
X
VEJAMS
X MOTION.- CARRED.
Aftomeyto-readp.oFosedordirtanceNo.857bytitleo*esfoRm. 1ANGR1XNANCEOF-Tl4MTY_
OF OKEECHONA FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFF1CIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE By
REZONINGRCERMN I OF LW mum - I -A 1—tTICUL M Y MCMW MEWN, FROM
HpWkqMZOJWNGDIMCTTOHE4VYCOAWRCIAL(CHV7ZOIWNGDFSTMCTAMENMG
THE !dWNd *0 X660ROW, PkdWD—iAfd'MR-06-OUffg,-SL-'Yck'AdU7YAMIY'AN
EFFEC77VEDA7EN
2.#� Council Member Markham -Moved to aWoveAheLfff$t reading.of proposed OniinanceNo.857
(Planning Board recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
b) Discussion.
Ordioance,No. 857 pertains to Rozortin-0-pplica on No. 04-002-R submitted by D.R. Willson Land Company
on behalf of the property owner, James Crow and Charles Farmer. The request is to change the zoning district
from ft1ding to Heavy Commercial.
The'8.46 acre property is made of three unplaftect-parcels-(Lldentfficafion-No. 2-15-37�35-OAOO-OWtO-OW,
3-25-37-35-0210-00010-0040, and 3-25-37-35-0210-00010-0010) located on the North side of North East Park
Strek (State'koid 70 East), across frohm the United StategPo-st Offibe. W1th'lJdgaI'Descd0fi6n being: All of
lots through-J2, irjcj_usiye lying- North North, Park Street (formedy kpqWn as Fort pierce Road) as now
constructed, Block 4, in Price Addition to Okeechobee City, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book
2, Page 17, public remds. of Okeeclwbee-County, Flork* And The alley in, Block 4, Price addition to
Okeechobee City, as recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 17, Public Records, Okeechobee County, Florida, between
Lots'l -6 and 7-12; And-Thastreet know as Northeast 2nd Streethasit run east from Northeast 12th avent*
to Northeast 12th Avenue, particularly located North of BIock4, Price addition to Okeechobee City, according
to Plat gook2, Page 11,' Public R Hs, Okd6chobeeC6u'nty, Florida. Commence at the NbitheAst comer of
the Southwest Quarter of the Southe ' ast Quarter of Section 15, Township P7 South, Range 35 East; thence
run $ 00*18'26" E along the Easterly line thereof, 668.71 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue S
00010'26E 276-28 feetto ttwNortheast comer of Price Addition to Okeechobee CitI4 (PlatBook-2, Page 1Z),
then 01'e run S 89*50'34 W along the Northwest line thereof, 336.76 feet to the Northwest comer of said Price
Addition; thence run N 00*17'46 W along the West'line of the East half,of the Southwest Quarter of the
Southeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 273.38 feet; thence run N 89020'47" and parallel with the
No6erij line -of previously mentioned Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, a distance of 336.71 feet
to the Point of Beginning.
.4m LaRue, briekaddressed the Council, Planning Staff Report reflects that,this parcel already has a Future
Land'Use designation of Commercial. Analysis: (A) Heavy Commercial is consistent with the Comprehensive
Pian�'Policiies and the Future Land Use map designation for this property. (2y Commercial develop is
authorized un the Heavy Commercial Zoning District and allows a variety of permitted uses as well as special
exc6ption uses. (3) Commercial use Wil'i-not'havO an adverse effect Oh the'public Interest. (4) The rezoning
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request seem to be reasonablT compatible. with. adjacent land uses,. and is not.contrary or detrimental to,
urbanizing land usd'paftems. (5) Information obtained to date indicates that it would not adversely affect
property vatues-orliving condifionmb"&ftmeritto u 1r, h i iptuvurriumorUj-U,V,C-'K-;-Pr—r7-U-M'of-ad*eopmpefty.
(6) ff necessary, proposed uses can be suitably buffered from surrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact
of a fty� n u I s -a n 6e o h a- za rdto-&6 h ei g-h 56 rtio dd. Th is Wo u M -a cTfts 90 Y th 6 TkWh ld�ar R606 Wt6 rift ffifte
during site plqn_re view. (7JTrkfflq impacts can be accommodated under this rezoning. This will occur prior to
or in'conjunction with development. (8) The application Is not applicable regarding the proposed use being
inordinately burdened,by unnecessaryrestriction. (9). Ro-special privileges wifllrbe.gmted If Ihmzoning..is
approved.
Based on the above information, Planning Staff and the Planning Board find the application io�be consistent
with'the Compmh4mrive Ptah and CWWWO191 FiuturetgMUges; and1herefore coe 1k:�W111111V1J1qj;0Ppr0VaI.
NE !'�' Avenue - research.
c) Vote on motion.
Y0
YEA, MAY
KIRK
x
CMNMER
X
MARKHAM
X
WAIF - RD
X
WILLIAMS X MOTION: CARRIED.
C.'L A.), Councfl Member Watford movedto read by title only,and set May- 1,8,1004ma public, heanng.d-ate
for proposed Ordinance No. 858 pertaining to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by Rob
Willson on behalf of Chafles--and- Myma Faaw for unpla#ed WW-locaW *Mh. of Nor* -East. Park
Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial - City Planning Consultant (ExhIbIt 5); seconded by Council
Member Williams.
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
YZA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT.
KIRK x
CHANDI ER - X
MARKHAM X
UWA4 P%P%
"AlIFORD X
IMWAMS X MOTION: CARRIED.
C) Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance by title only as follows: 'ANORDWANCEOFTHEWYOF
O&WHOBEA AON& ANENM0"TW-0FA=.iovnvu **to ul- axwcHom'Br
-REZOtVNGA.CARTAINTBACTQFkAMOA(oRgWMUL4RLYDESCPjaEDWWN
1pog
HOLDING(h7MNINGDISTMCTTDHFAVYCONNSWAL(CHtgZOMNOrDISTRICT,MMONG
THEZONING X01P CCORD,
XGLY PAOWDING FO&CONFUCTS,
ER:ECTNEDA7EN
2. Council Member Markham moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 858
(Planhing[Board �-econded by Cou'nelt Mernber'Wtffams.
b) Discussion.
Ordinance No. 858 pertains to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by D.R. Willson Land Company
eftbeheW the pFoperty owne , CAarles and-Myma Farmer. The request is to change the4oning, district from
Holding to Heavy Commercial.
The vacant property is a 5.06 unplatted parcel (identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000) located on
the North side of Nort08ast Park Street (Stat6 - Road 70 East), acrossfr6m the United Stites Post Office. This
parciel is located directly East of the above applica ' tion. With Legal Description being: All that part of the North
668.71 feet of the East half of the East half of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 15,
Township 37 Soutk, Range �35 Eami 4"-ar4except the North 50 fe��t — ,
---4w 40we, PInnning-Staft Report, reflects that this parcel is Dart of a, inified effort t-changa-anJarge-area-of
vacE At land to Commercial. If development is unified and infrastructure improvements are made, the zoning
M (bin ()A
chef ioe would be Analysisv--,W If the utu-1-19 Land Use Map Amendme.... -7-010-3-SW-is-
appi �ved, the zoning would then be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. (2) Heavy Cb m'mercial zoning
0 -----Va-nety I oT perminea uses as -USK.-O) In addressIng the advi�iw #06%Auili
N% s a well as speciai excepbb-n
the )pblic Interest, If Site Plan review is performed adequately. (4) The rezoning request seems to be
reasonably compatible with adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use
patfiWns-Homaverif lands -to -the -South. remain msidenW--there-woukLbe,.sme-.conWtib[li-�Lis� ".51
Information obtained to date indicates that it would not adversely affect property values or living conditions or
--be-a deteFFent te the impfeyemen! or development of adjawnt propeFty-,--("AeG9"aFy, PFOposed um can
be uitably buffered from surrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact of any nuisance or hazard to the
T
n boirhDW-.Tl ils wuuld W dJJ,u-6bk-,J by tiod , k-.ul t. iLdl Roviott Cumtmt6o Ju%;),�j t-46 pla-11 Oovlv��o-
Dje�n ity is not an issue for this application. Utility accommodations need to be addressed, especially sewer.
-,Ig
Rig t�'Of-way and road construction commitment by apoli6ints need to be made. (8) Tra c impk( s u
--be.i =mnted-fdrb"-Wdficjmpwtsh*At some ammmodation made for future street. Aqiajn-, somQ-
of ft 6se areas will also be addressed during site plan review by the Technical Review Committee. (9) No
9"leges UUXAIIW�A It %1-� 1-2C
Ba d on-tht d6uvL- 1,46widGuit, Fldiii(ui� Staff and the Fidwi;oj Swid find-tht aWtk;adOn-to-6d,,u1 ia;*Ient-
with the Comprehensive Plan and Commercial Future'Land Uses, and therefore are recommending approval.
r.�4, Vote -on
VVFt; YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
CHMIXER X
---W PORD-- X
X MU I IV14: k,��Cu.
sition of Lot 1,, Block K,-Central Park Sub-d--iv-i-s-io-n---b-'y-Tkeo—em6h—ol5ii-Otil'iq---
sale -1 of B'eek K Central -Park-W-OUA seGonded by
48 6-moved4o authorize the . e of Lot
--willillms.
I -
Ma am - adjacent alley should be included in legal description on the deed, its not, need to amend deed.
motion to authofte the sale of Lot I and the adloining-
all to the South In Block K of Centmi Park. In the amount of S77-1180.00: seconded by V01111ams.
OU r'�11"Exe, Dir, LC Fortner - we're looking to build an expansion to lift station, eliminate problems. Wasn't
ex Pting such al(q;ii PIILV ful plupet ly, ill 6U uf 1116 pulUldbld, �;dl i VV4:, U61d;. , dd4;1*,j. tal ow�1,1611 -� to expand
to th, canal?. Markham - I'm not in favor of it , we may want to make a park out of that area one day. LC - even
sou, I! to just the canal, not the creek? Markham - you've already got an easement for that area. LC - ok, Twi
--takc I your offe to.1he-OUA-Boardoift sm1h-e-m-arcepting-it since the lots across the street are seliN
$5,( 00.00, but its their decision. Markham - don't know of any lots selling for $5,000.00. LC - estimated costs
not- �tuai sale -Ua*ham --you -know can't base anything
'I yuu 14autplenty-of ruotntherawtmrelhe-otdplant�.� L-C;- yes, but as-CounckmMarkham-
Wat' d - (Jul I
just rtated, the City has indicated they didn't want us to go into that - 2 acre area.
7 ty
9--above-taxable value. Its also the same amount the Ci iust autho zed to pay
2-year water and wastewater capital connection fee's.
th*e
I'll take it to the Board and we'll see what their decision is.
YEA NAY AMAIN ABSENT
X
0
X
KA"M X
WATFORD- X
ML41AMS X
MOTION: CARPED.
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tonsider appqyo of the Vacant Land Contract between Robert Meyer and the City of Okeechobee
City Attorney (Exhl . Wt - 7 . ).
Watford - moved to approved the vacant land contract between Federal Cast Stone, Inc. and the City;
seeoMed by Council Member Ma*Mm.
-Robdrt-- #4 subsM *awess with potablewaterandsotidw as service connections available - - ."
with �!Bill/Gene Shriner - can't do that, they will run power to you, as business, but they will not run it for the
C they wil see YO
ity.� "lli what kind6f usage you 46 a6d46rk with' ' u. BiU - wd'64idd x amount of l5dwer'l6run
through this park and then not haveanything to prqve it. Gene, lift station
aw ftbed 3 of 7, item 3, ormy-delays bygoveming autivrity, not in control of permits to belssued, can!t be
held' responsible for their delays. Cook, no problem adding that language.
Watford - so now we need to amend it, there may be more. Motion and second withdrawn.
Waqqrd - 2 of 7,
_condition of the prpporty, imprQyqpQqnLs,Au41qct to we saying we arp
_jq�ng to develop the
park'according to those plans, what happens if we don't. Cook - Meyers entitled to get his money back.
Watford - 6 of 7 scares me, failure to bring developments,
Cook'!- ff we don4t have improvements,buitt her canl�bufld, but, incurred costs on ptans, planning,,he4beout
that money.
CW tie this to, in some way, I don't know that we should tie'hirn to an August 1' deadfine,'he's g6t to start
doin-things now, don't know if we're going to be finJshed__0y then. -
Bill -, Mr. Meyer can obtain access to his property with existing infrastructure. Grants money being release are
fied to Ns vertical constructions, and he has to obtain perrrilfting.
Wa#Ord - that's kind of my concern, if we encourage him to start, and then something on our part happens,
thenve have more fiability-there, than if we waft until -we're readyto go.
Cook - theoretical possibility, his time frame of construction 9-12 months, when he finishes his pmject in
I summ. er 2005, we'll haveour pift done by''be"n.
Bw 7before then, ours is set to commence next week, ran er constructions $2million contract,
Robert - awarded the contract for main construction, bridge awarded tonight, any doubt with time line being
dons?
Bill - only if failure on contractors part.
Robed - What is time fine'?
Gene - think its Dec.
Robert - Don't see anyway III be done by end of March 05. Only thino would b0tidge-in OU60on. If the bridge
isn't complete, I can still operate, will I be given a CO by the City, it would be less trucks than during
construction.
Mayor - we'd have to do that.
Bill - right.
Robed - as long'as fm issued -a 00, i'libetappy, know� I'm dependent ory you -and you oft -me.
W06rd - 2 of 7, item 2, assume long as substifiTall, doesn't have to be 6x6ttly?
Gen - right, substantially com lete accordi to plans. Those areas not going to be complete have been
.P p 11 P_g
explained to Robert, road to water plant might not be done fight away, for example.
Watford - Appreciate every bodies work they have done on this project. This is basically what we started at.
Mayor- this- reflects what weve been discussing aH along -
Bill - goal throughout all this has been to keep all parties informed as much as possible and has helped move
this'61ong as quickly as it hat.
Mayor - open communication has been a vital key to keep this going and brought us to where we are so
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PAGE -10.
' VV=10 I red to woro" the'Veciiiint Lend Conti-ect behmn GKv and Falere' CAM Sbvwrlw--�w-
it Iffirw 191%OW
amended durinq discmi6n: seconded bv Council Member Markham.
t for additional lots,, will be addressed in, a separate agreernent, separate
docoment to consider later.
VO YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
SC LER X
am A in CARA_
W' IFORD X
177 ---- --- ---- --
__F_,�, -Council Member Watford moVed tO aDDrOVe DP e0detionsJor-1he Cammerce._Center_n_C4.____
Attorney (Exhibit 8); seconded by Council Member Markham.
Co penciled in changes, didn't make it to your copy, 12 of 20 all buildings have to be painted orcolor-coated
by anutacturer. inausmai zoning not inis extensive, nas ianguage that this only applies to city cut i i, i od, w
cen r area all other industrial zoninq districts have to comply with what's in the LDR's. This is of coarse,
I e
sub t to amendments in the future. Changes on pages 12 and 14 to make wording consistent"painting and
---- Wat!'bra - motkoffWaf-we--app®rove- "ee restric�ons as amencied -dudn"16uub��iui i, bew, i4td-by-Cmmil-
__.Me�§qr Markham.
-------YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT--------
x
M ___ X
D X
5_ MOTION: -CARRIED.
-.enter Rddge Constaiction Contract to
ounGil Member Watford moved to 2w2rd the Commerce C -
Craig A. Smith & Associates (Exhibit 9);
Drawdy Construction in the amount of $787,250.25
--seounded-by-Council-Menibe, Markharn.------- - - -----
ssecdft6iii before moti-o-n-1)(6-se—nte-d.
_w_ePJD_u_UQ_bA.6bids_r 0. low bid$ value enaineer the project down, the enq�eeqdeZsiqner, 18-inch
they will do a test piling, we won't go with 18 unless it meets bearing capacity. Guard rail, some
bono contract. Track switch in, get the, width of road 2-12 ft lanes and 3 ft shoulders, Wide enough for trucks,
hciv�l Low, w;J[h UIC *01111d, ahuuldc, lo allialler Watford, pedestdans on-*eet�-be-irt-thaO ft area,
conducive to do that, wouldn't encourage pedestrian traffic, bike traffic more, all space on one side, not sure
IF—ovdt --g--olt6-h-e�Vd-d-6ttdi-O-dm—ount of buff er-9r—ea-,-N-S--P-ft-n11VW0*-
you in m on eac s e pU
vou can stretch to 4 ft on each side. To match at least sidewalk width. its tiq�tRrqj
�e�t. Now there is
soff 0 more room in that one finger, I feel comfortable with the numbers, went through them again today, with
)1000 out, is 2 -for Tall -spur, -my- numbers doalmatch- to -Nancy%_ Lift _Rtation.-should come-ift-under
$15):,000.00 when its rebid as a separate item. They agreed on their own dime to do the test pile. Then we'll
woc *or-24-._'DF1dUV Design Engin stickler and-he-woW-t-let-anyhN slip by, 9
hav6b go with 24, wont get the 140 savings.
7TF
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VQ# YEA .. XAY ABSUM, ABSENT
KIRK X
-C+IiN1DLER X
MARKHAM X
Wmruv w- X
WILLIAMS X MOTION: CARRIED.
H. Cook - indemnity Won, comern that contract di
tq their insurance,
_p
delete all together so no entity has cost fashion against each other. If we approve this we need -'to do
it delefing- parag;aph 6
Davis - crime'tab has been turned overfrom tRCC-to St Lucie -County Sheriffs*partment, the way we submit
our cases, billing and costs has stayed the same, billed based on cases and population. Budget amount each
' ' - i -
yeat',1hey give profectid costs each ye4. IRCC ra6 wilth-6ut-kagfeem6nit. If we don't enter into contract, can
sti# pend cas
es, just wont have a voice in how its all run.
Mayor - we'll we want to send someone that will sit as rep on this Council. Want"him to have a voice in this.
Council Member Watford moved to approve the interlocal agreement for the Crime Lab deleting paragraph 6, -
f
Chi6f �Davis (Exhfl*IM; seconded by Councit Member Mal KI
Markham - Rep will be appointed by you or major'for someone from City police department?
Qa�is, - yes. Personnel is still the same i still located at cam . IRCC been great providing these services,
pqs
don,lt, understand this.
Mayor - looks ke a.power struggle.
Willi a'ms - could be in case someone suddenly decided to do own crime lab, like, as St. Lucie continues to get
biggpr, they could -put! out, Ju, , F;i iv expenses on whoeveris left.,
Mayor - and that might very well be what is on someone's mind, its all we can do now.
ME YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT,
KIRK X
X
X
X
WIL IAMS X MOTION: CARRIED.
Council Member Wafford moved to approve a contract with Affiliated Computer Services (ACS) of
Sarasota, �lorida, in" & amount of $7,067.*92- City Adminis'trat6ir (txhf fi); seconded by Council
Member Markharn. .
Watford, what all does this give us? Computer hardware, software, total package to do garbage on tax roll with
Tafk�&eftbrg ofte. Buying-Hoonse every year, re'newing'software, get affthe upgrades and'service, main
cosili,s license, right to use this software. Serve entities throughout Florida and Georgia. They already use this
company, have problem, fix it. We're 's'pendirig'P6,000 for 9-o-meone else to do this and not catching all the
looAholes-
YEA WAY. -ABFMW
KIRK X
CFt*0LER X
MAKHAM X
WATFORD X
VALLIAMS X MOTION: CARRIED.
J. Presentationja4ited to the topic, "The Value.of Tourism" --Kathy ScotL Okeechobee County Tourist
Development Coordinator.
Kathy Scott, national tourism week, enlighten everyone about the biggest,
Ilow are worth rnow 75-1/2-m6llion visitors outnumbe -ava 5 - 7 nights stay spent mone
51 billion taxable sales 20% total taxable sales, 2 twice annual income of walt disney 12 billion logging, 1/3
--stayed with Mmily- & Me, ids, 22millio, , ii i resturants, 6 billion venue ad i i ,every dollar by
circulates throughout state, multiplier effect example, 885 thousand work in tourist area, 16 billion payroll to
payth6M, relativey staDie ana growing, every percentage point creates (LPiu new Jobs, not just min wage
(10, 1 4.Ayg)__Mn businesses 60% small properties, respected in their community, industry without smoke
stak0s and does have environmental impact, pays for itself, we have no state sales income tax mainly because
taxbadeA next time yot 1 see an out of town visitor might savaladtobaveyoubere-
--Oke eehobee Cou. ity - fte for us to get more of the toudsm tax dollars, ftest eempewen eme, age old
beates, and theme parks, today's tourist looking for peaceful getaways, country areas, in order to make a
diffqrence neea to worK togetnerto ieam and understand now important these tourist are. ciive me your meas,
jqpO!_aRq Mil , beauty of the area, t.rue
_Lnyifte your friends and farn to okeechobee, project the real okeechobee
- - —t!"
attraction starts witl�peoiple in okeechobee, wonderful real people, work real hard to change the slow area,
o bas events need to let us know so we can have all the events- Thank you,
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Cff-tOF
REduLAR CITY couNaL mEETm - HANDWRITTEN MINUTES
1. 'CALL TO ORDER - MAVtW.- VNrl May 4:2004.-ttv-CouncWR=ftVee#na. 16:00 D.M.
11. OPENING-CLVRI!MQNWjj*_lnyqgatip aiven by Pastor Sally Bull. Okeechobee Presbyterian Church.
Pledoe of Alleqiance led by Mayor Lf 0(-
Ill. MAYOR COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Cie&
Present Absent
Mayor James E. Kirk
Council Member Noel A. Chandler V
Council Member Lowry Markham
Counciff Member Dowring'R. Waftd, Jr.
Councill Member Clayton VViffiams
City Attorney JoM R. Cook
City AdministratGr- EWf L. Veach
City Clerk Lane Gamiatea
Deputy Clerk Adriana Berry
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - Mayor.
A. Mayor Kirk proclaimed the month of May 2004 as "Civility Month." and read the proclamation in its
entirety as follows:- WFEMS, ihe open exchangi-if 04blic dridburse - WessendaTb the
dopmr#Ucsn*noFgovtrpment;Aa-CWHERWas�ecomerstonsofgpnocrqc ALpericans
have observed certain ruin of behavior generally known as chrility; and WHEREAS, civility,
dertued from, =40*V r4.�Wd "zhft"-j3"&nIn0 rCitha" beftViof
worthy of cdon living In a community or in common with others; and WHEREAS, displays
of anger, rudermaj '111.01WIUM&W, MKI-9 Ink 111WW1MV%=ff
from the open exthangs of Ideas, prevent fair discussion of the Isom, and can discourage
individuals frm- pin UdWofflln -UwMwimit�vnd, VMERSkS, clMll'Ity-can anist-Irrmching
consensus on diverse issues and allow for mutually respectful ongoing relationships; and
WHEREAS, clifty can uplift"our diffj'We ifid' 1466ii or ht ib'M In- an o*filiied'
socl*., and WHERCAS.Aho C1,ty,.C9qn,1ly overnme Secti
nt Law on of The Florida
IntiW' "Flo iii- -- "i
Bar urges the adoption of a pledge of civility by all of rids. NOW
THEREFORE, 1Jwass-LXWby-v1rftwof1h&auth vastedinme-uMayoroftheiCity,of
Okeechobee, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2004 as "CPALITY MONTH," and call upon
allcotizen to-oterelse-elv'" twordeach-etheri- -
or
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A.-- Council Member- - ir4ved- to dispense with the reading and appFoye the SummaFy 4----
Council Action for the April 20, 2004 Regular Meeting; seconded by Council Member
V YP NAY ABSTAJN ABSENT
C DLER
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MOTION: DENIED
AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda.
J
VU. UFOLN FOUtWU HhMft� rUlt UIKUINAN(�c AUUe i WN - mayor Lo -u - VIM
A i CouncilMember D
A ij W moved to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 854 pertaining to
_-ComprehensivePlan Future I -and Use Map Amendment No 04=0024,13A. guhmitted by Rnh W61kon
on behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street, from Single
__JL - Fam",Cv$1111101�.Aa� - %'.",ity Attorney (Exhlb"It 1), seconded by Council Member
le-
_b) _-Vo-16 o n- mofiWtd_ i66d_b`y_ 06_60�.-_
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MAI
WIL JAMS
--DENIED
MOTIONs kt!T!5W
proposed Ordinance No. 854 bytte only as tollows: *Ariumut OF THE
OKEECHOBEE
FLORIDA AMENDING THE CITYOF OKEECHOBEE COMPREHENSIVE
RE S MAP -
PLAN, ORDINUCE NO. 635 AS AMENDED, BY REWSING THE RIM LAND U E
PROVINM WRLUM USIONOFORDIMANCE AND REIUM RITM LAND L1SEA1AP1N17W____
COMPREHENSW PLAN; FROWDING FORAN EFFEC77VE DATE.
2.1a) Council Member L moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 854 (Land Planning Agency
recommends apoio My, seconaed by L;ouncii member 0 vJ
b) 1 Public commenT aV discus
sion
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C) Vote on motion.
Yl�� MAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
VJRK,
CHA " ER
MAIWJM
WA10M
WIL4AMS
MOTION: DENIED
PA-GLE
---BA�--Colinc'lMember---PYq----=md-to-mad-by!tL-�-proposed-OdnmmNia.-M5-petWnbg---
to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-003-SSA, submitted by Rob Willson
_on behalf of GhaAesimd4Ayn�a Farmer fe unplatted land leeate&North of NoFth East Park- Street,
fr i Single Family to Commercial - City Attorney (Exhibit 2); seconded by Council Member
on motion to read by title only.
YEA NAY _MUAIN ABSENT
Ki
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c) Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 855 by title only as follows: "AN ORDNANCE OF THE
CITIMFOKEECMM& FLORIDA AMENDING THECITYoEOKEECHOSEECOMPREHENSIVE
PLAN, ORDINANCE NO. 635 AS AMENDED, BY REWSING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP,'
PROWONG FOR #XLUSM OF GROMA"AND RE14= FLqUffi L40 USE MA P IN -THE —
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROWDING FORAN EFFECTIVE DATE"
2.&) Council Member moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 855 (Land Planning
Agenc - y - recommends approval);- se-c—on-d-ei—d6y-Council Member
b) Public comments and discussion.
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MAYOR KIM Cl OSED THEPUBILM WAR= AT U � I q - PAL
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A.I.#) CounclMembdit-t 0- moved to read bytile-Oftly anidsytMay 18, 2004 asa,pubtic hearing,date
for prql;p�ed Ordinance No. 856 pertaining to Rezoning Application No. 04-001-R submitted by Rob
Willson on behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for unplafted land located orth of North ast ark treet
from Holdin -to Heavy Commercial-nCity PlanniMConsugant
Member � �J-
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
y= --YEA- �- *AY -A89TAJN ABBE
CF"DLER
MA$"
WATFO R D
WILUAMS
MOTION: C&NUED DENIED
c) Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance No. 856 by title only as follows: 'AN ORI)INANCE OF THE
Cl I Y up UA=LW1U1%M FL UMUA ANOTI, UUMING 71 7nri U OFFRR C 14 L ZONM MA otmeff"a
BYPJMONNGA CERTAIN TRACTOFLANDMOREPAIMCUL-ARL YDESCRUIEDHERM, FROM
WL&W (F02Wft D187H0MflEAVVU*A&ktAAtL I GHV) 4-ukiftsi*�i I idi� o, AiftALMW
TnE. wNimG mp -AcomjN0LXyR0WpjNG FOR COMUPTS, SEWRABfUTY AND AM
EFFECTA(E DATE.
2-s) Council Member moved to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 856
1 . (Planning Board-recon appm*-, seconded- by -Councff-Member - 6�j . - - � I
b) Discussion.
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j2LE Ye� NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT.
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WAVORD
-MOTRKI DENIED
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CAAJ Com)cU-Member Pk\l moved -to read by title o*_wd-set May 18,2004 as a pubtic'hemtV
date for proposed Ordinance No. 8�8 pertaining to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by
Rob W#Ism on b6h�alf loUftdries and-Myrne Famwfor unplatted iand 4ocated North of+lorth-East
Park Street from Holdin
,q to Heavy Commercial - City Planning Consultant (Exhibit 5); seconded by
Coundi[Member rW
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
VOTE YEA__MAY. ABSTAIM_AHSEMT
IURK
CHANDLER
MAORW
WWOORD
WLLIAMS
MOTIOM. DENIED
c) Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CffYOF
OKEECHOBEE ME OFRC&4LZONW XV OF, BY
REZONNG A CERTAIN TRACT OFLAND MORE PAR77CULARLYDESCPJBED HEREIN, FROM
"^I MA"^ "M -W1ft1KWAfi^ VW% L11"A 1 091111 W1161 118MM. 1-4 Z"W W _00—iffiNG
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THE ZOMWG MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROWDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVEWILITY AND AN
... crrcwPvcijATE."
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2.a) Council Member moved to approve the first reading of propoiid Ordinance No. 858
CA/i
(Planning Board recommends approval); seconded by Council Member
b) — Discussiom
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c) Vote on motion.
MM _YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
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INIL�,IAMS
cc DENIED
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E. Consider approvai of theVacant Land Contract behmeen RobPAMeyer and the C4 of Okeechobee
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to Nct,(,L)a � C6a",CkW ' 'in the amount of --] 3-7 Craig A.
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L CouAd -Member moved to approve the.Affiliated.Compuler Services,4ACS),Contract.-
City Administrator (Exhlbk 11); seconded by Council Member
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YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
CHAOXER V
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MOTION: CARRIED DENIED
AFFIDAVIT OF PAISHER
OKEECHOBEE TIMES
106 S.E. 5th St., Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 763-7283
Published Weekly
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE:
Before the undersigned authority personally appeared JW
Owens who on oath says that lie is publisher of the Okeechobee Times,
a newspaper published weekly at Okeechobee in Okeechobee, Florida-,
that the attached copy of advertisement,
being a 21 IRI IC W011CF Pr):u 1')Al r,
in the matter of CITY COLJNCjLMFFT1N(-, NnTICF
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
55 SE THIRD AVENUE
OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974-2932
941-763-3372
In the Court,
was published in said newspaper in [lie issues of 04/29/2004
Affiant further says that the said Okeechobee Times is a newspaper
pub(ished at Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee County, Florida, and
that said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in
said Okeechobee, Florida as a daily, weekly, or bi-weekly and has been
entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Okeechobee,
in said Okeechobee County, Florida, for a period of one year next
preceding the first publication of [lie attached copy of advertisement;
and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor promised any
person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, commission or refund
for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in (lie
said newspaper.
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J. W. Owens, (Pilis.,
Sworn to and subscribed before me
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
May 4,2004 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OFFICIAL AGENDA
PAGE 1 OF 4
1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor: May 4, 2004 City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
ii. OPENING CEREMONIES: Invocation given by Pastor Sally Bull, Okeechobee Presbyterian Church.
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor.
111. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk.
Mayor James E. Kirk
Council Member Noel A. Chandler
Council Member Lowry Markham
Council Member Dowling R. Watford, Jr.
Council Member Clayton Williams
City Attorney John R. Cook
City Administrator Bill L. Veach
City Clerk Lane Gamiotea
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - Mayor.
A. Proclaim the month of May 2004 as "Civility Month."
V. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the April 20, 2004 Regular Meeting.
VI. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda.
MAY 4,2004 - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PAGE 2 OF 4
VII. OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor.
A.1.a) Motion to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 854 pertaining to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-002-SSA, submitted
by Rob Willson on behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street, from Single Family to Commercial - City Attorney
(Exhibit 1).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 854.
2.a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 854 (Land Planning Agency recommends approval).
b) Public comments and discussion.
c) Vote on motion.
B.1.a) Motion to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 855 pertaining to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-003-SSA, submitted
by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles and Myrna Farmer for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street, from Single Family to Commercial - City
Attorney (Exhibit 2).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 855.
2.a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 855 (Land Planning Agency recommends approval).
b) Public comments and discussion.
c) Vote on motion.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING.
MAY 4,2004 - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PAGE 3 OF 4
Vill. NEW BUSINESS.
A.1.a) Motion to read by title only and set May 18,2004 as a public hearing date for proposed Ordinance No. 856 pertaining to Rezoning Application No. 04-001 -R
submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Mary Francis Dixon for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial -
City Planning Consultant (Exhibit 3).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
0 c) City Attorney to read proposed ordinance by title only.
2.a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 856 (Planning Board recommends approval).
b) Discussion,
c) Vote on motion.
B.1.a) Motion to read by title only and set May 18,2004 as a public hearing date for proposed Ordinance No. 857 pertaining to Rezonng Application No. 04-002-R
submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles Farmer and James Crowe for Block 4, Price Addition and an unplatted parcel located North of North East
Park Street from Holding to Heavy Commercial - City Planning Consultant (Exhibit 4).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
0 c) City Attorney to read proposed ordinance by title only.
2.a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 857 (Planning Board recommends approval).
b) Discussion.
c) Vote on motion.
CA.a) Motion to read by title only and set May 18,2004 as a public hearing date for proposed Ordinance No. 858 pertaining to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R
submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles and Myrna Farmer for unplatted land located North of North East Park Street from Holding to Heavy
Commercial - City Planning Consultant (Exhibit 5).
MAY 4,2004 - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PAGE 4 OF 4
VIII. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
C.11.1b) Vote on motion to read by title only and set public hearing date.
c) City Attorney to read proposed ordinance by title only,
2.a) Motion to approve the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 858 (Planning Board recommends approval),
b) Discussion.
c) Vote on motion.
D. Consider approval of an acquisition of Lot 1, Block K, Central Park Subdivision by Okeechobee Utility Authority - City Attorney (Exhibit 6).
E. Consider approval of the Vacant Land Contract between Robert Meyer and the City of Okeechobee - City Attorney (Exhibit 7).
F. Motion to approve Deed Restrictions for the Commerce Center - City Attorney (Exhibit 8).
G. Motion to award the Commerce Center Bridge Construction Contract - Craig A. Smith & Associates (Exhibit 9).
H. Motion to approve the IRCC Crime Lab Contract - Chief Davis (Exhibit 10).
0 1. Motion to approve the Affiliated Computer Services (ACS) Contract - City Administrator (Exhibit 11).
J. Presentation related to the topic, "The Value of Tourism" - Kathy Scott, Okeechobee County Tourist Development Coordinator.
IX. 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 purposed 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 tapes are for the sole purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk.
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EXHIBIT I —
MAY 4,2004 AGENDA
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Council
From: Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk'
Subject: Ordinance No. 854/Future Land Use Map Amendment No 04-002-SSA
Date: April 28, 2004
This is the final public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 854 to consider approving Comp Plan Small
Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No. 04-002-SSA. The application was submitted
by D.R. Wilson Land Company on behalf of the property owner, Mary Francis Dixon.
The request is to change the land use on an unplatted parcel located North of North Park Street, East
from Single Family to Commercial.
0 All fee's have been paid.
e The ordinance was advertised in the Okeechobee News on April 23
0 The Land Planning Agency voted unanimously to recommend approval (April 27, 2004 Meeting).
0 There is a Rezoning application in process for the property (No 04-001 -R)
0 Due to this being a small scale (less than 10 acres) amendment, it is not necessary to mail notices
to the surrounding property owners, nor post a sign on the property.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information regarding this
application.
Thank you.
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ORDINANCE NO. 854
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING
THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ORDINANCE NO.
635 AS AMENDED, BY REVISING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION OF ORDINANCE AND REVISED FUTURE
LAND USE MAP IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee recognizes the need to plan for
orderly growth and development; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 163, Florida Statues, and Rule 9J5, Florida Administrative Code
provide for amendment to Adopted Comprehensive Plans; and
WHEREAS, the City has received and reviewed certain application(s) for a small-scale
amendmentto the Future Land Use Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan, and
said application(s) being reviewed by the City's Land Planning Agency at a duly
advertised meeting, and submitted by staff report, which determined such
applicant(s) to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and appropriate to the
future land uses within the City; and
WHEREAS, the City has agreed with the recommendations of the Land Planning Agency
that the proposed application(s) complies with the requirements of Florida Statutes
163, Part 11, and that the proposed applications are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and appropriate to the future land uses within the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is ordained before the City Council for 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. SHORT TITLE.
THIS ORDINANCE shall be known as the "City of Okeechobee Small Scale
Development Activities Comprehensive Plan Amendment," pursuant to F.S.
163.3187, and shall be effective within the City limits of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida.
SECTION 2. AUTHORITY.
This City of Okeechobee Small Scale Development Activities Comprehensive Plan
Amendment is adopted pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 163.3187, Part 11,
Florida Statutes.
SECTION 3. REVISIONS TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP.
The following described land consisting of approximately 7.0 acre(s) is
hereby redesignated for purposes of the Future Land Use Map of the City
of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan:
a. Application No. 04-002-SSA, from Single Family to Commercial. The
Legal Description of Subject Property is as follows:
The West half (W1/2) of the East half (El/2) of the Southwest quarter
(SW1/4) of the Southeast quarter (SE1/4) lying North of State Road
No. 70. (Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range
35 East, less the following:
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Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East half (El/2) of the
Southwest quarter (SW1/4) of the Southeast quarter (SE1/4) of said
Section 15, run North 594 feet, East 186.3 feet, South 594 feet, West
186.3 feet to the point of beginning.
Also less the North 50 feet which is reserved for road purposes.
SECTION4. INCLUSION OF ORDINANCEAND REVISED FUTURE LAND
USE MAP IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida and it is
hereby provided, that the provision of the Ordinance, and the revisions to the
Future Land Use Map more particularly described as "Future Land Use: 2000 City
of Okeechobee, March 19, 1991, as amended December 6, 1994", which is
incorporated herein by reference, shall become and be made a part of the City of
Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan (City of Okeechobee Ordinance No. 635, as
amended).
SECTION 5. 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 6. EFFECTIVE DATE.
The effective date for the enactment of Ordinance No.854 shall be thirty-one (31)
days after the adoption of this ordinance.
INTRODUCED for first reading and public hearing on the 4 1h day of _May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
Adopted after first reading on the 4 th day of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
James E. Kirk, Mayor
James E. Kirk, Mayor
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City of Okeechobee
General Services Department
55 S.E. V Avenue, Room 101
Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218
Fax: (863) 763-1686
Date: ',NR�04 Petition No. C)L�- oo
Fee Paid: Jurisdiction. L f
I st Hearing:
a�� �n4 2nd Hearing: 51441 0 L4 Ce,
Publication Dates: L4 C1 Iti iq to 4
Notices Mailed:
Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment Application
Please Check One:
lz<mall Scale Amendment (Under 10 Acres) Large Scale Amendment (Over 10 Acres)
Name of property owner(s): M C
A Owner mailing address: C21 C
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I Applicant mailing address: LjjQ C-- 9-v��
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Contact person daytime phone(s): 0 01 Fax: 17C S -)"i Lj,��j
Property address / directions to property:
Parcel Identification Number: L-1 K7- �3 X)
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Size of the Property (in acres):
Current Zoning Designation:
Current Future Land Use Designation:
Existing Use of the Property: Vf- ( A-k�T--
Proposed Future Land Use Designation: 6 c> M v-A �,--fLC r /) j__
Proposed Use of the Property: (--,, -vvLL:7- 1 Q—i v'*1 �-Vt- D,� '--) izv'-
Description of Surrounding Properties: V - Vac C VY-1 V%*'k
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Legal Description of the Property (Lengthy Description May be Attached):
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V I Required Attachments
-`-Survey of Property (11 " x 14", 20" Scale)
Letter Outlining Request
Notarized Letter of Owner's Authorization
��/11, pplication Fee (non-refundable)
City Location Map
V I Confirmation of Information Accuracy
I hereby certify that the infon-nation in this application is correct. The information included in
this application is for use by the City of Okeechobee in processing my request. False or
misleading information may be punishable by a fine of up to $506.00 and imprisorunent of up to
30 days and may result in the summary denial of this application.
L/
Signature
Printed Name
Date
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March 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
Checklist for Rezoning and/or Land Use
Owner: Dixon
Property Tax ID #: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000
Size: +/- 7 Acres
Enclosed is an application for a land use change and a zoning change. This letter is to
address items #2, #10 and #11 of the rezoning application, and item #2 of the land use
change application.
Zoning Change Application Comments:
#2 The applicant is a local real estate broker assisting the owner with a zoning
change application. The property is under contract for purchase.
#10 The application is a request to change the zoning from Hold to CHV, subject to a
land use change from TISF to Commercial which is being simultaneously applied
for. The reason for the zoning change request is to help provide the necessary
land available for upscale commercial development. At this time, within the City
limits there is only minimal commercial land available for development. Of the
land available, assemblage opportunities are limited, and if available, cost
prohibitive. This change is requested to allow the City the opportunity to attract
good quality commercial development that will be needed as Okeechobee grows.
#11 At this time, the intend use will vary. The intent is to start the process of
obtaining the necessary infrastructure associated with requirements of an upscale
commercial development.
Land Use Change Application Comment:
92 This application has been presented to apply for a land use change from
Residential Single Family to Commercial. The intent of this change request has
been addressed above.
March 18, 2004
City of Okeechobee Planning, Department:
1, Mrs. Mary Frances Dixon hereby give permission for D. Robert Willson of D.R.
Willson Land Company permission to represent my interest in seeking a !and use change
on my property from Single Family to Commercial, as well as a zoning change from
Hold to CHV. The property is identified as follows:
2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000 +/-7.00 acres, vacant
Dat�� �nces Dixon
Mary F
State Of Florida, County of Okeechobee
Sworn to and subscribed before me this
byMary Frances Dixon Personally Know
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Add-.: 1801 Hn,y 441 SE. Ok-h.b- TL 34974
MORTGAGE
FUTURE ADVANCES
MAXIMUM LIEN. The total amount of Indebtedness sticuied by this Mortlingl' may decrease or Increase from
time to time. but the maximum amount of principal ind.btedness which may he outstanding at any one time
,hall not exceed $45,228.36. plus Interest, and amounts oxpendod of advanced by Lander for the payment of
taxes. levies or Insurance on the Property. and interest on such amounts.
THIS MORTGAGE dated February 19. 2002, Is made and executed between CHARLES FARMER and MYRNA
FARMER. his wit*, whose address Js 1818 SW 28TH AVE. OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 (raferred to below as
�ararvtor") and Big Lake National Bank. whose address Is 1409 S. Parrott Avenue. Okeechobee, FL 34974
Ireferred to below as 'Lander").
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g..rh-i am "Mo., (the "Real property') located in OKEECHOBEE county. State of Florida:
All that part of the North 6GS.71 feet of the East 112 of East 112 of Southwest 114 of Southeast 1/4 of
Section 15, Township 37 South. Range 35 Erixt. Okeechobee County. Florida. LESS AND EXCEPT the
North 50 feet thereof.
The Real Property or Its address is commonly know., as NE 3RD ST, OKEECHOBEE. FL 34972.
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BOX 154
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Staff Report - Small S.le
Comprehensive Plan
Amendment
Preparedfor.-
Applicant
Owner:
From:
Pefifion No.
Ae City of Okeechobee
D.R Wilson Land Co.
Mary Frances Dbcon.
Single Family to Commercial
04-002-SSA
Staff Report
Small -Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
I General Information
Applicant:
Applicant Address
Applicant Phone Number:
Owner:
Owner Address:
Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-002-SSA
D.R. Wilson Land Co.
410 SE 2 n" Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
863-763-0999
Mary Frances Dixon
P.O. Box 154
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Future Land Use Map Single Family Commercial
Classification
Zoning District Holding & Heavy Heavy Commercial
Commercial
Use of Property Vacant Commercial Development
Acreage 7.0 � 7.0
Location: North Side SR 70, across from Post Office.
Legal Description: The West half (WI/2) of the East half (El/2) of the Southwest
quarter (SWI/4) of the Southeast quarter (SE1/4) lying north of State Road No. 70,
(Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, less the
following:
Beginning at the Southwest comer of the East half (E 1 /2) of the Southwest quarter
(SWI/4) of the Southeast quarter (SEI/4) of said Section 15, run North 594 feet, East
186.3 feet, South 594 feet, West 186.3 feet to the point of beginning.
Also less the North 50 feet which is reserved for road purposes.
I Request:
The intent of this application is to amend the Future Land Use Map for a 7.0 acre parcel
from Single Family land Use to Commercial. The intent of the applicant is to develop a
large area of undeveloped land as a unified commercial center or village prototype.
North: Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
East: Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family & Commercial
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
[PAGE )
Staff Report Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Small -Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment Petition No. 04-002-SSA
South: Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family & Commercial
Zoning District: Holding & Heavy Commercial
Existing Land Use: Vacant
West: Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family & Commercial
Zoning District: Holding, Residential Mobile
Home & Heavy Commercial
Existing Land Use: Vacant
The applicant's request, to change unplatted acreage from Single Family to
Commercial Future Land Use, seems at first to be inconsistent with the current
FLUM. However this acreage is one of the few remaining areas having not been
platted into Single Family lots and still containing Southern access to an arterial. The
location of the Industrial Park to the north assures that there will be some north/south
roadway access points into this region. The City's inventory of vacant commercial
land is presently extremely limited. If this request is combined with other contiguous
areas it would be appropriate to reconsider the Future Land Use map change to
Commercial. It is also important that transportation impacts be shown for these
proposed areas, preferably combined rather than separate reports.
I Comprehensive Plan Analysis I
A. Consistency with the Land Use Categories and Plan Policies.
The applicant's request is consistent with currently adopted Future Land Use Element
policies and the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan.
B. Concurrency of Adequate Public Facilities
There is public water available near this property. Sewer is not currently available at
this site. Some streets are not existing in this area.
C. Compatibility with Adjacent and Nearby Land Uses
The requested Plan Amendment can be consistent with nearby properties if they are
also changed to Commercial Future Land Use.
(PAGE )
Staff Report
Small -Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-002-SSA
D. Compliance with Specific Standards of the Plan.
See Below.
I Analysis and Conclusions
If infrastructure improvements are made and development is approved in a
centralized manner, the applicant's request is consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan.
Maps or Diagrams
Submitted by:
James G. LaRue, AICP
April 20, 2004
(PAGE I
AGENDA
IV. New Business.
A. Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No 04-002-
SSA. Consider a recommendation to the City Council, to change the land use
designation from Single Family to Commercial. The subject property is located
on the North side of State Road 70 East, across from the United States Post
Office, parcel identification number being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000. The
property owner is Mary Francis Dixon, D. Robert Willson is acting as agent on
behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 1.
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April 27,2004 - Land Planning Agency - Page 2 of 6
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE 11
Summary of Application: D Robert Willson filed a Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
Amendment Application on behalf of the property owner, Mary Francis Dixon. This property,
combined with several contiguous properties, is requesting a change in the land use category, as
well as the zoning district. If approved, this will create a large parcel of land that could be used
for future commercial development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Staff Report to the Agency
members.
Planning Staff Report Summary: The applicant's request, to change unplatted acreage from
Single Family to Commercial Future Land Use, seems at first to be inconsistent with the current
FLUM. However this acreage is one of the few remaining areas having not been platted into Single
Family lots and still containing Southern access to an arterial. The location of the Industrial Park
to the north assures that there will be some north/south roadway access points into this region. The
City's inventory of vacant commercial land is presently extremely limited. If this request is
combined with other contiguous areas it would be appropriate to reconsider the Future Land Use
Map change to Commercial. It is also important that transportation impacts be shown for these
proposed areas, preferably combined rather than separate reports.
Planning Staff Report Analysis: (A) Consistency with the Land Use Categories and Plan Policies.
The applicant's request is consistent with currently adopted Future Land Use Element policies and
the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan. (B) Concurrency of Adequate Public Facilities.
There is public water available near this property Sewer is not currently available at this site.
Some streets are not existing in this area. (C) Compatibility with Adjacent and Nearby Land Uses.
The requested Plan Amendment can be consistent with nearby properties if they are also changed
to Commercial Future Land Use. (D) Compliance with Specific Standards of the Plan. See Below.
Planning Staff Report Recommendation: If infrastructure improvements are made and
development is approved in a centralized manner, the applicant's request is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
Mr LaRue requested that a traffic impact study be submitted to the City, prior to the application
going to City Council, for all properties. He recommended that this be done as one study, not as
individual studies for each parcel. He also distributed a copy of the Okeechobee Utility Authority
sewer map for that area.
AGENDA
IV. New Business, continued.
A. Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No 04-002-
SSA, continued.
B. Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No. 04-003-
SSA. Consider a recommendation to the City Council, to change the land use
designation from Single Family to Commercial. The subject property is located
on the North side of State Road 70 East, across from the Urated States Post
Office, parcel identification number being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000. The
property owners are Charles and Myma Farmer, D. Robert Willson is acting as
agent on behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 2.
April 27,2004 - Land Planning Agency - Page 3 of 6
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Mr Willson briefly described the petition and the proposed use of the property. He explained that
the several contiguous properties will be combined to create a commercial development. Sewer
is available in that area, however he is concerned with the available capacity There is a small
drainage canal running along the north property line. Mr Willson feels that this will be a good
buffer between the residential Future Land Use category to the North, and the proposed
Commercial Use.
Agency Member Ledferd questioned Attorney Cook whether the traffic impact study needed to be
a stipulation in the motion. Attorney Cook answered that it was not necessary to include that
stipulation in the motion, it would be addressed at a later time.
There were further no comments from the Agency, and no public comments.
Agency Member Ledferd motioned to recommend to the City Council to approve Comprehensive
Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No. 04-002-SSA; seconded by Agency
Member Keller
VOTE
HOOVER - YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDIFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED
Summary of Application: D. Robert Willson filed a Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
Amendment Application on behalf of the property owners, Charles and Mvma Farmer. This
property, combined with several contiguous proper -ties, is requesting a charge in the land use
category, as well as the zoning district. If approved, this will create a large parcel of land that could
be used for future commercial development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Staff Report to the Agency
members,.
ExHiBIT 2 —
MAY 4,2004 AGENDA
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Council
From: Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk)'
Subject: Ordinance No. 855/Future Land Use Map Amendment No. 04-003-SSA
Date: April 28, 2004
This is the final public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 855 to consider approving Comp Plan Small
Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No. 04-003-SSA. The application was submitted
by D.R. Wilson Land Company on behalf of the property owners, Charles and Myrna Farmer.
The request is to change the land use on an unplatted parcel located North of North Park Street, East
from Single Family to Commercial.
0 All fee's have been paid.
0 The ordinance was advertised in the Okeechobee News on April 23.
0 The Land Planning Agency voted unanimously to recommend approval (April 27, 2004 Meeting).
0 There is a Rezoning application in process for the property (No. 04-003-R).
0 Due to this being a small scale (less than 10 acres) amendment, it is not necessary to mail notices
to the surrounding property owners, nor post a sign on the property.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information regarding this
application.
Thank you.
0
ORDINANCE NO. 855
0
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING
THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ORDINANCE NO.
635 AS AMENDED, BY REVISING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION OF ORDINANCE AND REVISED FUTURE
LAND USE MAP IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee recognizes the need to plan for
orderly growth and development; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 163, Florida Statues, and Rule 9J5, Florida Administrative Code
provide for amendment to Adopted Comprehensive Plans; and
WHEREAS, the City has received and reviewed certain application(s) for a small-scale
amendment to the Future Land Use Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan, and
said application(s) being reviewed by the City's Land Planning Agency at a duly
advertised meeting, and submitted by staff report, which determined such
applicant(s) to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and appropriate to the
future land uses within the City; and
WHEREAS, the City has agreed with the recommendations of the Land Planning Agency
that the proposed application(s) complies with the requirements of Florida Statutes
163, Part 11, and that the proposed applications are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and appropriate to the future land uses within the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is ordained before the City Council for 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. SHORT TITLE.
THIS ORDINANCE shall be known as the "City of Okeechobee Small Scale
Development Activities Comprehensive Plan Amendment," pursuant to F.S.
163.3187, and shall be effective within the City Limits of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida.
SECTION 2. AUTHORITY.
This City of Okeechobee Small Scale Development Activities Comprehensive Plan
Amendment is adopted pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 163.3187, Part 11,
Florida Statutes.
SECTION 3. REVISIONS TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP.
The following described land consisting of approximately 5.06 acre(s) is
hereby redesignated for purposes of the Future Land Use Map of the City
of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan:
a. Application No. 04-003-SSA, from Single Family to Commercial. The
Legal Description of Subject Property is as follows:
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All that part of the North 668.71 feet of the EY2of E1/2 of SWI/4 of
SE% of section 15, Township 37 South, range 35, East, less and
except the North 50 feet thereof.
SECTION 4. INCLUSION OF ORDINANCE AND REVISED FUTURE
LAND USE MAP IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
It is the intention of the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida and it is
hereby provided, that the provision of the Ordinance, and the revisions to the
Future Land Use Map more particularly described as "Future Land Use: 2000
City of Okeechobee, March 19, 1991, as amended December 6, 1994", which is
incorporated herein by reference, shall become and be made a part of the City
of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan (City of Okeechobee Ordinance No. 635,
as amended).
SECTION 5. 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 6. EFFECTIVE DATE.
The effective date for the enactment of Ordinance No. 855 shall be thirty-one
(31) days after the adoption of this ordinance.
INTRODUCED for first reading and public hearing on the Wh day of _May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
ADOPTED after first reading on the 4' day of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
James E. Kirk, Mayor
James E. Kirk, Mayor
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Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218
Fax: (863) 763-1686
Date: -3Vacl k)q Petition No. 04-oO3-ss
Fee Paid: 5Dn cy) Jurisdiction. LPA 1'0o,
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I hereby certify that the information in this application is correct. The information included in
this application is for use by the City of Okeechobee in processing my request. False or
misleading information may be punishable by a fine of up to $500.00 and imprisonment of up to
30 days and may result in the summary denial of this application.
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City of Okeechobee Planning Department:
1, Charles Farmer hereby give permission for D. Robert Willson of D.R. Willson Land
Company permission to represent my interest in seeking a land use change on my
property from Single Family to Commercial, as well as a zoning change from Hold to
CHV. The property is identified as follows:
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March 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
Checklist for Rezoning and/or Land Use
Owner: Farmer
Property Tax ID #: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-000 I 1 -0000
Size: +/- 5 Acres
Enclosed is an application for a land use change and a zoning change. This letter is to
address items #2, #10 and #11 of the rezoning application, and item #2 of the land use
change application.
Zoning Change Application Comments:
#2 The applicant is a local real estate broker assisting the owner with a zoning
change application, The property is under contract for purchase.
#10 The application is a request to chan e the zoning from Hold to CHV, subject to a
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land use change from KIV to Conu-nercial which is being simultaneously applied
for. The reason for the zoning change request is to help provide the necessary
land available for upscale commercial development. At this time, within the City
limits there is only minimal commercial land available for development. Of the
land available, assemblage opportunities are limited, and if available, cost
prohibitive. This change is requested to allow the City the opportunity to attract
good quality commercial development that will be needed as Okeechobee grows.
#11 At this time, the intend use will vary. The intent is to start the process of
obtaining the necessary infrastructure associated with requirements of ail upscale
commercial development.
Land Use Change Application Comment:
#2 This application has been presented to apply for a land use change from
Residential Single Family to Commercial. The intent of this change request has
been addressed above.
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Subject to eassonnents and nistrictions of record.
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Staff Report -Small S.le
Comprehensive Plan
Amendment
Preparedfor: Ae Qv of0keechobee
Applicant D. R Wilson Land Co.
Owner: Charles & Allyma Farmer
From: Single Family to Commercial
Pefifion No. 04-003-SSA
Staff Report
Small -Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Applicant:
Applicant Address:
Applicant Phone Number:
Owner:
Owner Address:
Future Land Use Map
Classification
Zoning District
Use of Property
I Acreage
Applicant: Charles & Myrna Farmer
Petition No. 04-003-SSA
D.R. Wilson Land Co.
410 SE 2"' Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
863-763-0999
Charles & Myrna Farmer
1818 SW 18"' Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Single Family
Holding
Vacant with old Single
Family frame home
5.06
Commercial
Heavy Commercial
Commercial Development
5.06
Legal Description: All that part of the North 668.71 feet of the EI/2of EY2 of SW'/4
of SEI/4of section 15, Township 37 South, range 35, East, less and except the North
50 feet thereof.
Request:
The intent of this application is to amend the Future Land Use Map for a 5.06 acre parcel
from Single Family Land Use to Commercial. The intent of the applicant is to develop a
large area of developed land as a unified commercial center or village prototype. This
parcel is a part of this unified concept.
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North: Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
East: Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
South: Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
West: Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
Single Family
Holding
Vacant
Unincorporated
Unincorporated
Vacant
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Holding
Commercial Land
Single Family
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Staff Report 0 Applican%harles & Myrna Farmer
Small -Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment Petition No. 04-003-SSA
The applicant's request, to change unplatted acreage from Single Family to
Commercial Future Land Use, seems at first to be inconsistent with the current
FLUM. However, this acreage is one of the few remaining areas having not been
platted into Single Family lots and still containing Southern access to an arterial. The
location of the Industrial Park to the north assures that there will be some north/south
roadway access points into this region. The City's inventory of vacant commercial
land is presently extremely limited. If this request is combined with other contiguous
areas it would be appropriate to reconsider the Future Land Use map change to
Commercial. It is also important that transportation impacts be shown for these
proposed areas, preferably combined rather than separate reports.
I Comprehensive Plan Analysis
A. Consistency with the Land Use Categories and Plan Policies.
The applicant's request is consistent with currently adopted Future Land Use Element
policies and the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan.
B. Concurrency of Adequate Public Facilities
There is public water available near this property. Sewer is not currently available at
this site. Some streets are not existing in this area.
C. Compatibility with Adjacent and Nearby Land Uses
The requested Plan Amendment can be consistent with nearby properties if they are
also changed to Commercial Future Land Use.
D. Compliance with Specific Standards of the Plan.
See Below.
If infrastructure improvements are made and development is approved in a
centralized manner, the applicant's request is consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan.
Maps or Diagrams
Submitted by:
James G. LaRue, AICP
April 20, 2004
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A. Comprehensive Plan, Future LandUse Map Amendment Application No. 04-002-
SSA, continued.
B. Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No 04-003-
SSA. Consider a recommendation to the City Council, to change the land use
designation from Single Family to Commercial. The subject property is located
on the North side of State Road 70 East, across from the United States Post
Office, parcel identification number being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000. The
property owners are Charles and Myrna Farmer, D Robert Willson is acting as
agent on behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 2.
April 27,2004 - Land Planning Agency - Page 3 of 6
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Mr Willson briefly described the petition and the proposed use of the property. He explained that
the several contiguous properties will be combined to create a commercial development. Sewer
is available in that area, however he is concerned with the available capacity. There is a small
drainage canal running along the north property line. Mr Willson feels that this will be a good
buffer between the residential Future Land Use category to the North, and the proposed
Commercial Use.
Agency Member Ledferd questioned Attorney Cook whether the traffic impact study needed to be
a stipulation in the motion. Attorney Cook answered that it was not necessary to include that
stipulation in the motion, it would be addressed at a later time.
There were further no comments from the Agency, and no public comments.
Agency Member Ledferd motioned to recommend to the City Council to approve Comprehensive
Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No 04-002-SSA; seconded by Agency
Member Keller.
VOTE
HOOVER - YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDIFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Summary of Application: D Robert Willson filed a Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
Amendment Application on behalf of the property owners, Charles and Myrna Farmer. This
property, combined with several contiguous properties, is requesting a change in the land use
category, as well as the zoning district. If approved, this will create a large parcel of land that could
be used for future commercial development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Staff Report to the Agency
members�.
AGENDA
IV. New Business, continued.
B. Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No. 04-003-
SSA, continued.
April 27,2004 - Land Planning Agency - Page 4 of 6
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Planning Staff Report Summary: The applicant's request, to change unplatted acreage from
Single Family to Commercial Future Land Use, seems at first to be inconsistent with the current
FLUM. However this acreage is one of the few remaining areas having not been platted into Single
Family lots and still containing Southern access to an arterial. The location of the Industrial Park
to the north assures that there will be some north/south roadway access points into this region. The
City's inventory of vacant commercial land is presently extremely limited. If this request is
combined with other contiguous areas it would be appropriate to reconsider the Future Land Use
Map change to Commercial. It is also important that transportation impacts be shown for these
proposed areas, preferably combined rather than separate reports.
Planning Staff Report Analysis: (A) Consistency with the Land Use Categories and Plan Policies.
The applicant's request is consistent with currently adopted Future Land Use Element policies and
the use categories of the Comprehensive Plan. (B) Concurrency of Adequate Public Facilities.
There is public water available near this property Sewer is not currently available at this site.
Some streets are not existing in this area. (C) Compatibility with Adjacent and Nearby Land Uses.
The requested Plan Amendment can be consistent with nearby properties if they are also changed
to Commercial Future Land Use. (D) Compliance with Specific Standards of the Plan. See Belo-w
Planning Staff Report Recommendation: If infrastructure improvements are made and
development is approved in a centralized manner, the applicant's request is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
There were no comments from the Agency, and no public comments.
Agency Member Ledferd motioned to recommend to the City Council to approve Comprehensive
Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No 04-003-SSA, seconded by Agency
Member Hoover.
IV. New Business, continued.
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AGENDA
B. Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Map Amendment Application No 04-003-
SSA, continued.
C. LDR Amendment. Consider a recommendation to the City Council to amend
Chapter 90 of the Land Development Regulations specifically regarding Central
Business District zoning regulations, Section 90-311 - Exhibit 3
April 27, 2004 - Land Planning Agency - Page 5 of 6
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
VOTE
HOOVER -YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Attorney Cook briefly described that the purpose of Commercial Central Business District (CBD)
is primarily for the downtown area; storefronts built on the property line, on street parking, no
drainage, etc. Attorney Cook explained that the intent of the LDR Amendment is to set more
specific guidelines regarding the criteria and requirements that property owners would have to meet
when building a new structure or enlarging an existing structure within the CBD district. The
proposed Amendment would require that property owners comply with the City's parking.
drainage, impervious and pervious surface requirements to the greatest extent possible when
creating, changing, or enlarging a building within the CBD zoning district.
There were no comments from the Agency, and no public comments.
Agency Member Ledferd motioned to recommend to the City Council to approve the Land
Development Regulation Amendment of Chapter 90, Section 90-311, seconded by Agency
Member Keller.
VOTE
HOOVER -YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDIFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
EXHIBIT 3 —
MAY 4,2004 AGENDA
ORDINANCE NO. 856
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING
THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY REZONING A
CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN,
FROM HOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICT TO HEAVY COMMERCIAL (CHV)
ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY9
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida has adopted Ordinance
Number: 402 in which a revised Official Zoning Map was adopted for said City; and
WHEREAS, the owner of the property more particularly described hereafter, has
heretofore filed a petition (Petition No. 04-001-R) pursuant to the Land
Development Regulations of the City of Okeechobee for the purpose of rezoning
a certain tract of land consisting of 7.0 acre(s) from Holding (H) Zoning District to
Heavy Commercial (CHV) Zoning District and that this request be removed from the
boundaries of the above mentioned zone to allow for the processing of the rezoning
application; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds such rezoning consistent with the City's Comprehensive
Plan and deems it in the best interest of the inhabitants of said City to amend
aforesaid revised Zoning Map as hereinafter set forth:
NOW THEREFORE, it is ordained before the City Council for 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. LEGAL DESCRIPTION.
The following described land, located in the City of Okeechobee, to -wit:
The West half (W1/2) of the East half (El/2) of the Southwest quarter
(SW1/4) of the Southeast quarter (SE1/4) lying north of State Road
No. 70. (Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range
35 East, less the following:
Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East half (El/2) of the
Southwest quarter (SW1/4) of the Southeast quarter (SE1/4) of said
Section 15, run North 594 feet, East 186.3 feet, South 594 feet, West
186.3 feet to the point of beginning.
Also less the North 50 feet which is reserved for road purposes.
SECTION 2. ZONING MAP AMENDMENT.
That the aforesaid Revised Zoning Map of the City of Okeechobee be amended to
reflect the subject property zoning classification to be changed from Holding (H)
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Zoning District to Heavy Commercial (CHV) Zoning District.
SECTION I 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 fh of May, 2004.
James E. Kirk, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second and Final Public Hearing this 18th day of May,
2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
James E. Kirk, Mayor
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Phone: 239-334-3366 Fax: 239-334-6384
Email: larue-planning(&att.net
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Preparedfor.-
Applicant
Owner:
From:
Pefifion No.
The City of Okeechobee
D. R. Wilson Land Co.
Mary Frances Dixon
Holding to Heavy Commercial
04-001-R
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
General Information
Applicant:
Applicant Address:
Applicant Phone Number:
Owner:
Owner Address:
Future Land Use Map
Classification
Zoning District
Applicant: D. R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-001-R
D.R. Wilson Land Co.
410 SE 2" Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
863-763-0999
Mary Frances Dixon
P.O. Box 154
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Single Family
Holding & Heavy
Commercial
Commercial
Heavy Commercial
Use of Property Vacant Commercial Development
Acreage 7.0 7.0
Access
Location: North Side of SR 70, across from Post Office.
Legal Description: The West half (WI/2) of the East half (EI/2) of the Southwest
quarter (SW 1/4) of the Southeast quarter (SE 1/4) lying north of State Road No. 70.
(Fort Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, less the
following:
Beginning at the Southwest comer of the East half (E 1 /2) of the Southwest quarter
(SWI/4) of the Southeast quarter (SEI/4) of said Section 15, run North 594 feet, East
186.3 feet, South 594 feet, West 186.3 feet to the point of beginning.
Also less the North 50 feet which is reserved for road purposes
I Request: I
The applicant requests a change of zoning from the City's "Holding" classification
district to Heavy Commercial. There is ajoint application to change the Future Land Use
Z:I
from Single Family.
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Adjacent Future Land Use Map Classifications and Zoning Districts:
North: Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
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Staff Report
Rezoning Request
East:
South:
West:
Applicant: D. R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-001-R
Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family & Commercial
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
Single Family & Commercial
Holding & Heavy Commercial
Vacant
Single Family & Commercial
Holding, Residential Mobile
Home & Heavy Commercial
I hxisting Lana use: Vacant
Summary:
This particular parcel is a part of a unified effort to change a large area of vacant land
to Commercial. If development is unified and infrastructure improvements are made,
the zoning change would be appropriate.
Analysis
Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
1. The proposed use is not contrary to Comprehensive Plan requirements.
If the Future Land Use is changed to Commercial the zoning is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
2. The proposed use being appliedfor is specifically authorized under the zoning district
in the Land Development Regulations.
This zoning District allows a variety of uses, including restaurants.
3. The proposed use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest.
If surrounding property changes or is included as Commercial the impact on the
public is minimal.
4. The zoning is appropriate for the location proposed, is reasonably compatible with
adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use
patterns.
The zoning is reasonably compatible.
5. The proposed use will not adversely affect property values or living conditions, or be
a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property.
The zoning will not adversely affect property values.
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Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Applicant: D. R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-001-R
6. The proposed zoning can be suitably bufferedftom surrounding uses, so as to reduce
the impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood
If necessary, uses for this zoning can be buffered.
7. The proposed zoning will not create a density pattern that would overburden public
facilities such as schools, streets, and utility services.
Non applicable for density. Infrastructure improvements will have to be made.
8. The proposed use will not create traffic congestion, flooding or drainage problems,
or otherwise affect public safety.
This will have to be addressed.
9. The proposed change will not constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual
owner as contrasted with the public we�fare.
No special privilege will be granted.
I Summary and Conclusions Prior to Certification
The proposed zoning, consistent with the above comments, is consistent with
Commercial Future Land Use.
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the request to allow rezoning from Holding to Heavy
Commercial.
Submitted by:
James G. LaRue, AICP
Planning Consultant
April 20, 2004
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AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Rezoning Petition No 04-001-R. Consider a recommendation to the City
Council to rezone the property located on the North side of State Road 70 East,
across from the United States Post Office from Holding (H) to Heavy Commer-
cial (CHV), parcel identification number being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000.
Mary Francis Dixon is the property owner, D Robert Willson is acting as agent
on behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 1.
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April 27,2004 - Planning Board - Page 2 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Summary of Application: D. Robert Willson filed a Rezoning Application on behalf of the
property owner, Mary Francis Dixon. This property, combined with several contiguous properties,
is requesting a change in the zoning district, as well as the Future Land Use Category. If approved.
this will create a large parcel of land that could be used for future commercial development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Report to the Board
Members.
Planning Staff Report Summary: This particular parcel is a part of a unified effort to change a
large area of vacant land to Commercial. If development is unified and infrastructure improve-
ments are made, the zoning change would be appropriate.
Planning Staff Report Analysis: (1) The proposed use is not contrary to Comprehensive Plan
Requirements. If the Future Land Use is changed to Commercial the zoning is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan. (2) The proposed use being applied for is specifically authorized under the
zoning district in the Land Development Regulations. This zoning District allows a variety ofuses.
including restaurants. (3) If surrounding property changes or is included as Commercial the impact
on the public is minimal. (4) The zoning is appropriate for the location proposed, is reasonably
compatible with adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use
patterns. The zoning is reasonably compatible. (5) The proposed use will not adversely affect
property values or living conditions, or be a deterrent to the improvement or development of
adjacent property. The zoning will not adversely affect the property values. (6) The proposed
zoning can be suitably buffered from surrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact of any nuisance
or hazard to the neighborhood. If necessary, uses for this zoning can be buffered. (7) The proposed
zoning will not create a density patter that would overburden public facilities such as schools..
streets, and utility services. Non applicable for density. Infrastructure improvements will have to
be made. (8) The propose use will not create traffic congestion, flooding or drainage problems, or
otherwise affect public safety This will have to be addressed. (9) The proposed change will not
constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual owner as contrasted with the public welfare.
No special privilege will be granted.
Planning Staff Report Summary and Conclusion Prior to Certification: The proposed zoning.
consistent with the above comments, is consistent with Commercial Future Land Use.
AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS, CONTINUED.
A. Rezoning Petition No. 04-001 -R. continued.
B. Rezoning Petition No 04-002-R. Consider a recommendation to the City
Council to rezone the property located on the North side of State Road 70 East,
across from the United States Post Office, from Holding (H) to Heavy Commer-
cial (CHV), parcel identification numbers being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00010-0000,
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0040, and 3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0010. JamesCrowe
and Charles Farmer are the property owners, D. Robert Willson is acting as agent
on behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 2.
April 27,2004 -Planning Board -Page 3 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE 11
Planning Staff Report Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the request to allow
.-ezoning from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
rhere was no public comment. There was no discussion from the Board.
Board Member Ledferd made a motion to recommend to City Council to approve Rezoning
Petition No. 04-001 -R, based on Planning Staff s recommendations; seconded by Board Member
Hoover.
VOTE
HOOVER -YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Summary of Application: D. Robert Willson filed a Rezoning Application on behalf of the
property owners, James Crowe and Charles Farmer. This property is requesting a change in the
zoning district, it is combined with several contiguous properties that are requesting Future Land
Use Map Amendments and rezonings. If approved, this will create a large parcel of land that could
be used for future commercial development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Report to the Board
Members.
Planning Staff Report Summary: The application is a request to change the zoning from Holding
to Heavy Commercial. The subject already has a Future Land Use designation of Commercia�.
This request is consistent with the current Future Land Use designation of Commercial for this
property.
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March 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
Checklist for Rezoning and/or Land Use
Owner: Dixon
Property Tax ID 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00009-0000
Size: +/- 7 Acres
Enclosed is an application for a land use change and a zoning change. This letter is to
address items #2, #10 and #I I of the rezoning application, and item #2 of the land use
change application.
Zoning Change Application Comments:
92 The applicant is a local real estate broker assisting the owner with a zoning
change application. The property is under contract for purchase.
#10 The application is a request to change the zoning from Hold to CHV, subject to a
land use change from Hold to Commercial which is being simultaneously applied
for. The reason for the zoning change request is to help provide the necessary
land available for upscale commercial development. At this time, within the City
limits there is only minimal commercial land available for development. Of the
land available, assemblage opportunities are limited, and if available, cost
prohibitive. This change is requested to allow the City the opportunity to attract
good quality commercial development that will be needed as Okeechobee grows.
#11 At this time, the intend use will vary. The intent is to start the process of
obtaining the necessary infrastructure associated with requirements of an upscale
commercial development.
Land Use Change Application Comment:
#2 This application has been presented to apply for a land use change from
Residential Single Family to Commercial. The intent of this change request has
been addressed above.
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and/or his/her agent.
Not r;d wil:�ut the signature and the original raised
sool pf a Florida licensed surveyor and mapper.
The surmyor did not interri adjoining ;OM owners for
'*wunrecorded deeds or easements.
Elevations shown. if ony. are based upon assumed datum.
Lands shown hereon are located in Flood Zons C, according
to FIRM panel no. 120177 02008, dated 2-4--81.
SURVEYORS CERTIFICATE
I hereby certify that the attached sketch of survey of the hereon
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is 0 hl correct t
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Almond. PSM
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Florida Registration No. LWSI
LAST FIELD SURVEY DATE. V.ARCH 26. 2004
PREPARED (FORS
BIEWARM DOXCH
JAMES R. ALMOND,.Esm
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2973 W 3RD TERRACE
OKEECHOWL FLORIDA 34974-2634
oz- TEL. 467-5700 FAX: (863) 467-6121
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SCALE l' . 80' Refer to St.rrot file
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EXHIBIT 4 —
MAv 4,2004 AGENDA
ORDINANCE NO. 857
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING
THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY REZONING A
CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN,
FROM HOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICT TO HEAVY COMMERCIAL (CHV)
ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY,
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida has adopted Ordinance
Number: 402 in which a revised Official Zoning Map was adopted for said City; and
WHEREAS, the owner of the property more particularly described hereafter, has
heretofore filed a petition (Petition No. 04-002-R) pursuant to the Land
Development Regulations of the City of Okeechobee for the purpose of rezoning
a certain tract of land consisting of 3.46 acre(s) from Holding (H) Zoning District to
Heavy Commercial (CHV) Zoning District and that this request be removed from the
boundaries of the above mentioned zone to allowforthe processing of the rezoning
application; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds such rezoning consistent with the City's Comprehensive
Plan and deems it in the best interest of the inhabitants of said City to amend
aforesaid revised Zoning Map as hereinafter set forth:
NOW THEREFORE, it is ordained before the City Council for the City of Okeechobee,
Florida; presented at 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. LEGAL DESCRIPTION.
The following described land, located in the City of Okeechobee, to -wit:
All of lots 1 through 12, inclusive lying North of North Park Street
(formerly known as Fort pierce Road) as now constructed, Block 4, in
Price Addition to Okeechobee City, according to the plat thereof
recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 17, public records of Okeechobee
County, Florida; And
The alley in Block 4, Price addition to Okeechobee City, as recorded
in Plat Book 2, Page 17, Public Records, Okeechobee County,
Florida, between Lots 1-6 and 7-12; And
The street known as Northeast 2nd Street as it run east from
Northeast 12th avenue to Northeast 12th Avenue, particularly located
North of Block4, Price addition to Okeechobee City, according to Plat
Book2, Page 17, Public Records, Okeechobee County, Florida.
Commence at the Northeast corner of the Southwest Quarter of the
Southeast Quarter of Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East;
thence run S 00* 18'26" E along the Easterly line thereof, 668.71 feet
to the Point of Beginning; thence continue S 00*18'26 E 276.28 feet
to the Northeast corner of Price Addition to Okeechobee City, (Plat
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Book 2, Page 17); thence run S 89*50'34 W along the Northwest line
thereof, 336.76 feet to the Northwest corner of said Price Addition;
thence run N 00*17'46 W along the West line of the East half of the
Southwest Quarter of the
Southeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 273.38 feet;
thence run N 89*20'47" and parallel with the Northerly line of
previously mentioned Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter,
a distance of 336.71 feet to the Point of Beginning.
SECTION 2. ZONING MAP AMENDMENT.
That the aforesaid Revised Zoning Map of the City of Okeechobee be amended to
reflect the subject property zoning classification to be changed from Holding (H)
Zoning District to Heavy Commercial (CHV) Zoning District.
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 &I of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
James E. Kirk, Mayor
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second and Final Public Hearing this 18 1h day of May,
2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
James E. Kirk, Mayor
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General Services Department
55 S.E. 3" Avenue, Room 101
Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218
Date: 31 aci �04 Petition No. Oq - M a- Q
Fee Paid: Jurisdiction.
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Fax: (863) 763-1686 1 Notices Mailed:
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Describe improvements on property, including number/type of dwellings and whether occupied (if none, so state):
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Is a sale subject to this application being granted?
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Actions Requested. Rezone Special Exception (__j Variance
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Parcel Identification Number: 2- %1; - 17 -3r- 07.10 - coo i a - 6a v 0
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61" Confirmation of Information Accuracy
I hereby certify that the information in this application is correct. The information included in this application is for use by
the City of Okeechobee in processing my request. False or misleading information may be punishable by a fine of up to
$500.00 and imprisonment of up to 30 days and may result in the summary denial of this application.
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City of Okeechobee Planning Department:
I, Charles Farmer and I, James Crowe hereby give permission for D. Robert Willson of
D.R. Willson Land Company permission to represent our interest in seeking a zoning
change to on our property from Hold to CHV. This change is consistent with the current
land use classification of Commercial. The property is identified as follows:
2-15-37-35-OAOO-00010-0000
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0040
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0010
Total Land Area
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2.13 acres, vacant, Commercial Land Use
0.74 acres, vacant, Commercial Land Use
0.60 acres. Older SF Home, Commercial Land Use
3.47 acres
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Teresa C. SaUette
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State Of Flori Coun t y '0 Okeechobee
Sworn to anq—,sn- cribed,z efore me this 18th day of MArcht2004
By Ch:arles A n Crowe who are personally know to me.
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March 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
Checklist for Rezoning and/or Land Use
Owner: Farmer/Crowe
Property Tax ED 4s: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 0-0000
3-25-37-35-0210-00010-0040
3-25-37-35-02 10-00010-0010
Size: +/- 3.5 Acres
Enclosed is an application for a zoning change. This letter is to address items #2, #10
and #11 of the rezoning application.
Zoning Change Application Comments:
42 The applicant is a local real estate broker assisting the owner with a zoning
change application. The property is under contract for purchase.
#10 The application is a request to change the zoning from Hold to CHV. The subject
already has a land use of commercial. The reason for the zoning change request is
to help provide the necessary land available for upscale commercial development.
At this time, within the City limits there is only minimal commercial land
available for development. Of the land available, assemblage opportunities are
limited, and if available, cost prohibitive. This change is requested to allow the
City the opportunity to attract good quality commercial development that will be
needed as Okeechobee grows.
#11 At this time, the intend use will vary. The intent is to start the process of
obtaining the necessary infrastructure associated with requirements of an upscale
commercial development.
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CROWE JAMES &
FARMER CHARLES
Site Address
0, Okeechobee
Mailing
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE
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Property & Assessment Values
Mkt Land Value
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$0.00
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cnt: (0)
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XFOB Value
cnt: (0)
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$10,650.00
Total
Exempt Value
$0.00
Appraised
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Value
Value
$10,650.00
Sales History
Date
Book/Page
Inst. Type
Sale VImp
Sale Qual
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Lnd Code Desc Units Adjustments Eff Rate Lnd Value
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PARCEL: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00010-0000 -VACANT (000000)
UNPLATTED LANDS OF THE CITY COM AT THE SW 1/4 OF SE 1/4, OF SEC 15 RUN S 0 DEG 18 MIN
Name: CROWE JAMES & FARMER CHARLES LandVal $10,650.00
Site: 0, Okeechobee
BldgVal $0.00
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE ApprVal $10,650.00
Mail: APT C2 JustVal $10,650.00
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Info 11/1/1987 $0.00 V / U Taxable $10,650.00
This information, Last Updated: 02/09/2004, was derived from data which was compiled by the Okeechobee County Property Appraiser's
Office solely for tl�ie governmental purpose of property assessment. This information should not be relied upon by anyone as a
determination of the ownership of property or market value. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the accuracy of the data
herein, it's use, or it's interpretation. Although it is periodically updated, this information may not reflect the data currently on file in the
Property Appraiser's office. . The assessed values are NOT certified values and therefore are subject to change before being finalized for ad
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CROWE JAMES &
FARMER CHARLES
0, Okeechobee
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE�
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District
UD Codes 70ET Market 57
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cnt: (1) $5,718.00
Just Value
$10,085.00
Ag Land Value
cnt: (0) $0.00
Class Value
$0.00
Building Value
cnt: (1) $3,110,00
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$10,085.00
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Date
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Sale Qual
Sale RCode
Sale Price
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5/1/1993
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This information, Last Vpdated: 02/09/2004, was derived from data which was compiled by the Okeechobee County Property Appraiser's
Office solely for the governmental purpose of property assessment. This information should not be relied upon by anyone as a
determination of the ownership of property or market value. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the accuracy of the data
herein, it's use, or it's interpretation. Although it is periodically updated, this information may not reflect the data currently on Me in the
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C R 'E JAMES &
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FARMER CHARLES
0, Okeechobee
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE
APT C2
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PRICE ADDITION LOTS
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ADJACENT TO LOTS
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Mkt Land Value
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$26,533.00
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cnt: (0) $0.00
Class Value
$0.00
Building Value
cnt: (0) $0.00
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$26,533.00
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cnt: (0) $0.00
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Exempt Value
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Appraised
$26,533.00
Total Taxable
$26,533.00
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Sales History
ISale Date Book/Page Inst. Type Sale VImp Sale Qua[ Sale RCode Sale Price
5/1/1993 344/1568 WD V U 03 $0.00
11/1/1987 1 292/1338 1 PB V U 03 $0.00
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001002 COMM % (MKT) 48.000 FF - (.138AC) 1.00/1.00/.45/1.00 $433.65 $20,815.00
001002 1COMM%(MKT)1143.000FF-(.597AC) 11.00/1-00/.50/1.00 $39.99 $5,718.00
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PARCEL: 3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0040 -VACANT (OOOoOO)
PRICE ADDITION LOTS 4 TO 7 INC & N 1/2 OF, ALLEY LYING ADJACENT TO LOTS S
$26,533.00
Name: CROWE JAMES & FARMER CHARLES LandVal
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1771 GULFSTREAM AVE ApprVal $26,533.00
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FT PIERCE, FL Assd $26,533-00
Sales 511/1993 $0.00 V / U Exmpt $0.00
Info 11/1/1987 $0.00 V / U Taxable $26,533.001
This information, Last Updated. 02/09/2004, was derived from data which was compiled by the Okeechobee County Property Appraiser's
Office solely for the governmental purpose of property assessment, This information should not be relied upon by anyone as a
determination of the ownership of property or market value. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the accuracy of the data
herein, it's use, or it's interpretation. Although it is periodically updated, this information may not reflect the data currently on file in the
Property Appraisers office. The assessed values are NOT certified values and therefore are subject to change before being finalized for ad
valorem assessment purposes.
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according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 17,
polic records of Okeechobee County� Florida*
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Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 15, Township 37
South, Range 35 East; thence run S 00*181260 9 along the
Easterly line thereof, 668.71 feet to the PCII�TT OF BEGINNING;
thence continue S 00*18126" 9, 276.28 feet to the Northeast
corner of PRICE ADDITION TO OKEECHOBEE CITY (plat Book 2, Page
17); thence run S 89*50134" W along the Northerly line thereof,
336.76 feet to the Northwest dorner of said PRICE ADDITION;
thence run N 00*17�46" W along the West line of the East Half of
the East Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter
of said Section 15, a distance of 273.38 feet; thence run N
89020,47* 1 and parallel with the Northerly line of previously
menticned Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, a distance
of 336.71 feet to the Point of Beginning.
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Okeechobee, Florida, according to the plat thereof recorded
in Plat Book 2, page 17, public records of Okeechobee
County, Florida, less and except the south 7 feet of said
lots.
SUBJECT TO reservations, restrictions and easement of record,
if any.
SUBJECT PROPERTY is not the homestead of Grantor.
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grantor hereby f,.Ily warrant. the title to said land and will defer,d Ae some niquinst the iawful claims of
all persons wkom.ortArg and that said Lnd is free of all encumbrances. except taxes accruing subseqiArnf
to December "51 10
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DESCRIPTION
All of lots 1 North Park Street (formerly known as
Fort Pierce R=011.1 'I PRICE ADDITION TO
OKEECHOBEE CITY, according to the lot there f recorded In Plot Book 2. Page 17,
publiQ records of Oks*cmobse Countyr Florida. 0
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The ailey in Block 4. PRICE ADDITION TO OKEEC140SE CITY, as recorded in Plat
Book 2. Page 17, Public Records. Okeechobee County, Florida, between Lots 1-6 and 7-
12.
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-The street -kno"-W Ndrlheod-2md'� �ft�lt -run sce from -Northeast 12th'Avenue 16--
Northeast 13th Avenue. Portimlariy locom North of Block 4. PRICE ADDITION TO
OKEECHOBEE CITY. according to Plat Book 2, Page 17. Public Records. Okeechobee
County. Florida.
AND
Commence at the Northeast comer of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of
Section 15, Township 37 South. Range 35 East; thence run S W18'26' E *ion? the
East* t to the POINT OF BEC4NNING; then" continue
.1,761iine thereof. 86871 fee
. E. 276.28 Isat to the Northeast comer of PRICE ADDITION TO
OKEECHOBEE CITY, (Plat Book 2. Page 17); thence run S 89*50'34' W alon the
North" line thereof. 336-78 test to the Northwest comer of said PRICE ZOMN;
thenc run N 00`17'46' W along the West roe of the East Halt of the East Half of the
Souvww Quarter of Me Southeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 273.38 feet:
thence run N 89*20'47' E and parallel with the Northerly line of previously mentioned
Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter. a distance of 336.71 feet to the Point of
BeginnIng.
SURVEYORS NOTES
Subject to easements and restrictions of record.
Lands described hereon mot abstci�tidb� this office,
Underground utilities and foundations, if any. are not shown.
The description Shown hefoon WOS Provided by the client
and/or his/her agent.
Not valid without the sionature, and the original raised
seal of a Florida -licensed surveyor -and -mapper
The surveyor did not interview adjoining land owners for
unrecorded desda or eamerments.
Elevation* shown, If any, are based upon assumed datum.
Lands shown hereon are located in Flood Zone C, according
to FIRM panel mo. 120177 02008, dated 2-4-81.
Property address:
SURVEYORS CERTIFICATE
I hereby certify that the attached sketch Of survey Of the hereon
deac, property is true and coffoct to the best of my knowledge,
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be I ao surveyed in the field under at supervision.
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Florida Registration No. LS5091
LAST FIELD SURVEY DATE.- MARCH 26. 2004 PREPARED FOR:
JAMES CROWE & CHARLES FARMER
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OKEECHOBEL FLORIDA 34274-2634
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Phone: 239-334-3366 Fax: 239-334-6384
Email: larue-planning(alatt.net
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Preparedfor: City of Okeechobee
Applicant: D. R Wilson Land Co.
Owner: James Crowe & Charles
Fanner
From.- Holding to Heavy Commercial
Pefition No. 04-002-R
Staff Report App nt: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Rezoning Request Petition No. 04-002-R
IGeneral information
Applicant:
Applicant Address:
Applicant Phone Number:
Owner:
Owner Address:
Future Land Use Map
Classification
Zoning District
Use of Property
D.R. Wilson Land Co.
410 SE 2 na Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
863-763-0999
James Crowe & Charles Farmer
1771 Gulfstream Avenue, Apt C2
Fort Pierce, FL
Commercial
Holding
Single Family Mobile
Home
Acreage 13.46
Access I Hwy 70/NE 12" Avenue
Location: North of SR 70 at City Limits
Commercial
Heavy Commercial
Commercial Development
3.46
Legal Description: All of lots 1 through 12, inclusive lying North of North Park Street
(formerly known as Fort Pierce Road) as now constructed, Block 4, in Price Addition to
Okeechobee City, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 17, public records
of Okeechobee County, Florida.
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The alley in Block 4, Price addition to Okeechobee City, as recorded in Plat Book 2, Page
17, Public Records, Okeechobee County, Florida, between Lots 1-6 and 7-12,
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The street known as Northeast 2 nd Street as it runs east from Northeast 12th Avenue to
Northeast 12 th Avenue, particularly located North of Block 4, Price addition to Okeechobee City,
according to Plat Book 2, Page 17, Public Records, Okeechobee County, Florida.
Commence at the Northeast comer of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of
Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East; thence run S 00*18'26" E along the Easterly line
thereof, 668.71 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue S 00* 18'26 E 276.28 feet to the
Northeast comer'of Price Addition to Okeechobee City, (Plat Book 2, Page 17); thence run S
89*50'34 W along the Northwest line thereof, 336.76 feet to the Northwest comer of said Price
Addition; thence run N 00* 17'46 W along the West line of the East half of the Southwest Quarter
of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 273.38 feet; thence run N 89*20'47"
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Staff Report Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Rezoning Request Petition No. 04-002-R
and parallel with the Northerly line of previously mentioned Southwest Quarter of the Southeast
Quarter, a distance of 336.71 feet to the Point of Beginning.
Request:
Applicant requests a zoning change from the Holding Zoning District to Heavy
Commercial for lots 1-6 of Block 4 and for the 2.12 acres located directly North of Block 4.
Lkajacent 1-UtUre Land use Map uassitications and Zoning DistrictE
North: Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
East: Future Land Use Map Classification: Unincorporated
Zoning District: Unincorporated
Existing Land Use: Residential & Vacant
South: Future Land Use Map Classification: Commercial
Zoning District: Heavy Commercial
Existing Land Use: Commercial Land & SR 70
West: Future Land Use Map Classification: Single Family & Commercial
Zoning District: Heavy Commercial
Existing Land Use: Vacant
,Summary:
The application is a request to change the zoning from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
The subject already has a Future Land Use designation of Commercial. This request is consistent
with the current Future Land Use designation of Commercial for this property.
Analysis
1. The proposed use is not contrary to Comprehensive Plan requirements.
Heavy Commercial is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Policies and the Future
Land Use map designation for this property.
2. The proposed use being appliedfor is specifically authorized under the zoning district
in the Land Development Regulations.
Commercial development is authorized under the Heavy Commercial Zoning District.
The proposed use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest.
Commercial use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest.
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Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Appl' nt: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-002-R
4. The use is a
,ppropriate for the location proposed, is reasonably compatible with
adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use
patterns. i
Commercial Heavy use and zoning are appropriate for this location.
5. The proposed zoning will not adversely affect property values or living conditions, or
be a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property.
The proposed use and zoning will not be a deterrent to the improvement or
development of adjacent properties.
6. The proposed use can be suitably bufferedftom surrounding uses, so as to reduce the
impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood
If necessary, site plan requirements can be used to reduce any impacts upon the
neighborhood.
7. The proposed use will not create traffic congestion, flooding or drainage problems,
or otherwise affectpublic safety
Traffic impacts can be accommodated under this rezoning. This will occur prior to or
in conjunction with development.
8. The proposed use has not been inordinately burdened by unnecessary restrictions.
N/A.
9. The proposed change will not constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual
owner as contrasted with the public we�fare.
The rezoning will not be a special privilege, nor will it be detrimental to the public.
,Summary and Conclusions Prior to Certification
In conclusion, the zoning as proposed is consistent with the Future Land Use for this
property.
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the request to allow rezoning from Holding to Heavy
Commercial pennitting the applicant to place commercial development on this property.
Submitted by: '
James G. LaRue, AICP
Planning Consultant
April 20, 2004
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AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS, CONTINUED.
A. Rezoning Petition No. 04-001 -R, continued.
B. Rezoning Petition No 04-002-R. Consider a recommendation to the City
Council to rezone the property located on the North side of State Road 70 East,
across from the United States Post Office, from Holding (H) to Heavy Commer-
cial (CHV), parcel identification numbers being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-000 10-0000,
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0040, and 3-15-37-35-02 10-00010-0010. JamesCrowe
is and Charles Farmer are the property owners, D. Robert Willson is acting as agent
on behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 2.
April 27, 2004 - Planning Board - Page 3 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Planning Staff Report Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the request to allow
rezoning from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
There was no public comment. There was no discussion from the Board.
Board Member Ledferd made a motion to recommend to City Council to approve Rezoning
Petition No 04-001 -R, based on Planning Staff s recommendations; seconded by Board Member
Hoover.
VOTE
HOOVER - YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDIFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOV-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Summary of Application: D. Robert Willson filed a Rezoning Application on behalf of the
property owners, James Crowe and Charles Farmer This property is requesting a change in the
zoning district, it is combined with several contiguous properties that are requesting Future Land
Use Map Amendments and rezonings. If approved, this will create a large parcel of land that could
be used for ftiture commercial development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Report to the Board
Members.
Planning Staff Report Summary: The application is a request to change the zoning from Holding
to Heavy Commercial. The subject already has a Future Land Use designation of Commercial.
This request is consistent with the current Future Land Use designation of Commercial for this
property
AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS, CONTINUED.
B. Rezoning Petition No. 04-002-R, continued.
April 27, 2004 - Planning Board - Pa2e 4 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Planning Staff Report Analysis: (1) The proposed use is not contrary to Comprehensive Plan
requirements. Heavy Commercial is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Policies and the
Future Land Use map designation for this property (2) The proposed use being applied for is
specifically authorized under the zoning district in the Land Development Regulations.
Commercial development is authorized under the Heavy Commercial Zoning District. (3) The
proposed use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest. Commercial use will not have
an adverse effect on the public interest. (4) The use is appropriate for the location proposed, is
reasonably compatible with adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land
use patterns. Commercial Heavy use and zoning are appropriate for this location. (5) The
proposed zoning will not adversely affect property values or living conditions, or be a deterrent to
the improvement or development of adjacent property The proposed use and zoning will not be
a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent properties. (6) The proposed use can
be suitably buffered from surrounding uses, so as to reduce the impact of any nuisance or hazard
to the neighborhood. If necessary, site plan requirements can be used to reduce any impact upon
the neighborhood. (7) The proposed use will not create traffic congestion, flooding or drainage
problems, or other -wise affect public safety Traffic impacts can be accommodated under this
rezoning. This will occur prior to or in conjunction with development. (8) The proposed use has
not been inordinately burdened by unnecessary restrictions. Not Applicable (9) The proposed
change will not constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual owner as contrasted with the
public welfare. The rezoning will not be a special privilege, nor will it be detrimental to the public.
Summary and Conclusions Prior to Certification: In conclusion, the zoning as proposed is
consistent with the Future Land Use for this property.
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the requires to allow rezoning from Holding to
Heavy Commercail permitting the applicant to place commercial development on this property.
There was no public comment. There was no discussion from the Board.
Board Member Ledferd made a motion to recommend to City Council to approve Rezoning
Petition No. 04-002-R, based on Planning Staff s recommendations; seconded by Board Member
Keller
AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS, CONTINUED.
B. Rezoning Petition No. 04-002-R, continued.
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C. Rezoning Petition No. 04-003-R. Consider a recommendation to the City
Council to rezone the property located on the North side of State Road 70 East,
across from the United States Post Office, from Holding (H) to Heavy Commer-
cial (CHV), parcel identification number being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000.
Charles and Myrna Farmer are the property owners, D. Robert Willson is acting
as agent on behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 3.
Is
April 27, 2004 - Planning Board - Page 5 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
VOTE
HoOVER-YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Summary of Application: D Robert Willson filed a Rezoning Application on behalf of the
property owners, Charles and Myma Farmer. This property, combined with several contiguous
properties, is requesting a change in the zoning district, as well as the land use category. If
approved, this will create a large parcel of land that could be used for future commercial
development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Report to the Board
Members.
Planning Staff Report Summary: The application is a request to change the zoning from Holding
to Heavy Commercial, subject to a Future Land Use change from Single Family to Commercial.
Planning Staff Report Analysis: (1) The proposed use is not contrary to Comprehensive Plan
requirements. The proposed zoning is compatible and consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
if the FLUM map is changed to Commercial. (2) The proposed use being applied for is apecifically
authorized under the zoning district in the Land Development Regulations. Commercial
development is authorized under Heavy Commercial zoning. There are different types of uses that
would be allowed. (3) The proposed use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest. This
rezoning will not have an adverse effect on the public interest if Site Plan review is performed
adequately (4) The use is appropriate for the location proposed, is reasonably compatible with
adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use patterns. The proposed
zoning is compatible with proposed adjacent uses. However, if lands to the South remain
residential there would be some compatibility issues. (5) The proposed zoning will not adversely
affect property values or living conditions, or be a deterrent to the improvement or development
of adjacent property Uses under this zoning will not adversely affect property values of adjacent
ExHiBIT 5 —
MAv 4,2004 AGENDA
ORDINANCE NO. 858
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITYOF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDAAMENDING
THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY REZONING A
CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN,
FROM HOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICT TO HEAVY COMMERCIAL (CHV)
ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY,
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida has adopted Ordinance
Number: 402 in which a revised Official Zoning Map was adopted for said City; and
WHEREAS, the owner of the property more particularly described hereafter, has
heretofore filed a petition (Petition No. 04-003-R) pursuant to the Land
Development Regulations of the City of Okeechobee for the purpose of rezoning
a certain tract of land consisting of 5.06 acre(s) from Holding (H) Zoning District to
Heavy Commercial (CHV) Zoning District and that this request be removed from the
boundaries of the above mentioned zone to allow for the processing of the rezoning
application; and
WHEREAS,theCity Council finds such rezoning consistent with the City's Comprehensive
Plan and deems it in the best interest of the inhabitants of said City to amend
aforesaid revised Zoning Map as hereinafter set forth:
NOW THEREFORE, it is ordained before the City Council for the City of Okeechobee,
Florida; presented at 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. LEGAL DESCRIPTION.
The following described land, located in the City of Okeechobee, to -wit:
All that part of the North 668.71 feet of the E1/2of E1/2of SWY4of SEY4
of section 15, Township 37 South, range 35, East, less and except
the North 50 feet thereof.
SECTION 2. ZONING MAP AMENDMENT.
That the aforesaid Revised Zoning Map of the City of Okeechobee be amended to
reflect the subject property zoning classification to be changed from Holding (H)
Zoning District to Heavy Commercial (CHV) Zoning District.
SECTION 3. CONFLICT.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
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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 4 1h of May, 2004.
James E. Kirk, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second and Final Public Hearing this 181h day of May,
2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
REVIEWED FOR LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
James E. Kirk, Mayor
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City of Okeechobee Date: aalok4 Petition No. 04 - 0(6=R_
General Services Department Fee Paid: Jurisdiction: P6 � 0 t
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55 S.E. 3 Avenue, Room 101 1 st Hearing: L+� 2nd Hearing: rLnak P--u 5-ls- G4 oe-
Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903 Publication Dates: q
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218 1 q Do'd 41IR hcly-1
Fax: (863) 763-1686 Notices Mailed:
Uniform Land Use Application
Rezone - Special Exception - Variance
V Name of property owner(s): C �j /VL L %25 (y) I VZ. X) pr F 1�&M Vy�
A Owner mailing address: /?v C-, D) L. r-- L 9 It 0/-;Y- 1-1
PP Name of applicant(s) if other than owner (state relationship). 'I) jL WCVLC_61,-J L4,An,
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CName of contact person (state relationship). -1-Z[,QLV WC�
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Indicate current use of property: 1W V\ 'zz& ).�o
Describe improvements on property, including number/type of dwellings and whether occupied (if none, so state):
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Approximate number of acres: Is property in a platted subdivision?
P Is there a cur -rent or recent use of the property that is/was a violation of county ordinance? If so, describe-
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Describe adjoining land uses / improvements to the North: VA-c C,4,,,,NA
South: CUIIAIJ- LA� I), East: V A<_ West: VA—C,
Existing zoning: Future Land Use classification:
Actions Requested: L--J`kezone Special Exception (__) Variance
Parcel Identification Number: 2 -1,;7- R7- *9�-- 0 A-00 -- DOW I - 0 V 0 0
Confirmation of Information Accuracy
I hereby certify that the information in this application is correct. The information included in this application is for use by
the City of Okeechobee in processing my request. False or misleading information may be punishable by a fine of up to
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$500.00 and imprisonment of up to 30 days and may result in the summary denial of this application.
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What is the ininu-nurn variance necessary?
Uniforni Land Use Application (rc%, 1/03) Page 2 of 2
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March 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
Checklist for Rezoning and/or Land Use
Owner: Farmer
Property Tax DD #: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000
Size: +/- 5 Acres
Enclosed is an application for a land use change and a zoning change. This letter is to
address items #2, # 10 and #11 of the rezoning application, and item #2 of the land use
change application.
Zoning Change Application Comments:
#2 The applicant is a local real estate broker assisting the owner with a zoning
change application. The property is under contract for purchase.
#10 The application is a request to change the zoning from Hold to CHV, subject to a
land use change from Hold to Commercial which is being simultaneously applied
for. The reason for the zoning change request is to help provide the necessary
land available for upscale commercial development. At this time, within the City
limits there is only minimal commercial land available for development. Of the
land available, assemblage opportunities are limited, and if available, cost
prohibitive. This change is requested to allow the City the opportunity to attract
good quality commercial development that will be needed as Okeechobee grows.
#11 At this time, the intend use will vary. The intent is to start the process of
obtaining the necessary infrastructure associated with requirements of an upscale
commercial development.
Land Use Change Application Comment:
#2 This application has been presented to apply for a land use change from
Residential Single Family to Commercial. The intent of this change request has
been addressed above.
March 18, 2004
City of Okeechobee Planning Department:
1, Charles Farmer hereby give permission for D. Robert Willson of DR. Willson Land
Company permission to represent my interest in seeking a land use change on my
property from Single Family to Commercial, as well as a zoning change from Hold to
CHV. The property is identified as follows:
2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000 +/-5.00 acres, old frame home
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State Of Florida, County Of Okeechobee
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Owner & Property Info
Owner's Name
FARMER CHARLES &
MYRNA
Site Address
0, Okeechobee
1818 SOUTHWEST
Mailing
28TH AVENUE
Address
OKEECHOBEE, FL
349745582
UNPLATTED LANDS OF
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PART OF N 668.71 FT
OF E 1/2 OF E 1/2 OF
SW 1/4
Use Desc. SINGLE
FAM (000100)
(code)
Neighborhood 310600.00
Tax 50
District
Market
UD Codes 0100
31
Area
Total Land
5.060
ACRES
Property & Assessment Values
1-0000
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Land Value
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$5,750.00
$29,095.00
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This information, Last Updated: 02/09/2004, was derived from data which was compiled by the Okeechobee County Property Appraiser's
Office solely for the governmental purpose of property assessment. This information should not be relied upon by anyone as a
determination of the ownership of property or market value. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the accuracy of the data
herein, it's use, or it's interpretation. Although it is periodically updated, this information may not reflect the data currently on file in the
Property Appraiser's office. The assessed values are NOT certified values and therefore are subject to change before being finalized for ad
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This Mortgage prepared by'
Name! TAM I. Ron.,. Loan finsit.I..
Party: 04 Late National Bank
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Addr .. : 1101 Hwy 441 SE. Oke.chobts, FL 34974
MORTGAGE
FUTURE ADVANCES
MAXIMUM LIEN. The total amount of Indebtstiness etcutild by this Mortgrigo may decrease or Increase from
time to time. but the maximum amount of principal Indebtedness which may be outstanding at any onss lime
shelf no t exceed $ 45,228.36. plus Interest, and amounts expended or advanced by Lander for the payment of
taxes, ]*visa or Insurance an The Property, and Interest on such amounts.
THIS MORTGAGE dated February 19. 2002. Is made and executed between CHARLES FARMER and MYRNA
FARMER, his wife, whose address Is 1018 SW 28TH AVE, OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 (referred to below as
"Grantor") and Big Lake National Bank. whose address Is 1409 S. Parrott Avenue. Okeechobee, FL 34974
(referred to below as "Lendat").
GRANT OF MORTGAGE. For r.suebl. Giant,, mortgage. to Lamar all of Grantor'. tight, title. am Interest in and to the
f.hgwir,p it ... ibM -I plocialIV, together -ilh .11 ..islinfr or ..b."uArtly .,acted it, .11,..d buildings. Irror--tif And fistulas; ON
*element,. right* of way. AM appiu,tanancas; .0 water rights. watercourses AM ditch rights (Including stock in utilities With ditch
0, kill; Ilim AGMAJ: And As other right.. Am Profit. I 'w' to he "'1 95 1" Including without limitation on minerals. oil. got.
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geothermal and similar matter.. (the "Real Property") located In OKEEC OBEE County. State of Florida:
All that part of The North 608.71 feet of The East 1/2, of East 112 of Southwest 1/4 of Southeast 1/4 of
Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County. Florida. LESS AND EXCEPT the
North 50 feet thereof.
The Real Property or fit address Is commonly known as NE 3RD ST, OKEECHOBEE. FL 34972.
Grantor p%tly assigns to Lamar all of Dean- a right. tills. and in-orit ;, AM in all am future lease. of In. P"porly ..it a"
R=:.4im, I Proverty. in Addition. Gil- Or-, to Land., A Uniform Commercial Code sac fly interest in tl� Personal Property am
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FUTURE ADVANCES. Specifically. without fimil,tion. in,, in dd,t.cn 1. the Amount. rucifi.d in the Not., .11 l.t-.
,.*-I. Land., In it, distill- may !... to 8-ow., Within twenty (201 year, .1 the data of this MortgAg.. together With .11 Int .... I
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THIS MORTGAGE. INCLUDING THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS AND THE SECURITY INTFRFST IN THIF RENTS AND PERSONAL PROPERTY.
18 GIVEN TO SECU III (A) PAYMENT OF THE INDEET:DNESS AND 181 PERFORMANCE OF ANY AND ALL OBLIGATIONS UNDEn THE
NOTE IN THE ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $22, 14.18, THE RELATED DOCUMENTS. AND THIS MORTGAGE. THIS MORTGAG I
IS GIVEN AND ACCEPTED ON THE FOLLOWINO TERMS:
GRANTOR'S WAIVERS. Gtc, . .0 right, or defenses s6ning by reason of any 'one Action' or 's,Ii-dt,ficI,ncy* law. or any other
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entitled to A claim for deficiency. before .1 all., L.ndisn'. corn-an,ent or completion .1 any I.r.O..". e,th,r judicially or by
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GRANTO 'S REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES. G101 -A-nt, that: W this fAA,g, is cul,d At R--s, a ,que,l and
not4"I'lial,enus'po' Lamdef; thl Grantor has the [up power. right. am Authority to nt*, into this MartirAge AM to hypothecate the
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made no A in.tint, to Gianicto about Fk),,oW*, I-nclud,hp m1houl 161hilon the Creditworthiness of atutowril.
PAYMENT AND PER FORMAN C E. E.cern As othA,.N. n-id.d In hi. Motigep., hall ply 1. Land., .11 Ind.1d.dri ... ...... d hy
IN, Mortgage A. It it-. ..it Borrow., and G,#,Io, shelf Wieth, perform .11 And Grant.,'. cbl;g.li... -do, this
Mortgage.
PO S SESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE PROPERTY Itin-.1 am Grantor aps- that flor,owe, A and Grantor's possession am use of
the property hall be a.-,..d by the loNo-..o r-ion.:
P ...... I— and Us.. Until 'he _I-- .1 an Ff I D.1-It. G,., may (1) f-in in rin-s,,on And .n,i,,l nf In, P,nM,fv;
121 .,,. or AnAge the Ptortariv. AM 13, crunci the n,nl� from the frrolut,iy
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TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 35 EAST, 'ESS AND EXCEPT
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SURVEYORS NOTES
Subject to easements and restrictions of scord.
Lands described hereon not abstact6d by this office.
Underground utilities and foundations, if arty. are not shown.
The description shown herson was provided by the Client
and/or hislher agent.
Not -lid Without the signature and the Original raised
sea, of a Flarida licensed survey" and mapps,.
The surveyor did not intr"ow adjoining Wnd own,ers for
unrecorded deeds or sassments.
Elavations-shown'-!f any, am tweed uL= _qssumsd datum.
Lands shown hereon an leaded in Flood Zone C, according
to FIRM panel no. 120177 a2OO8. dated 2-4-81
SURVEYORS CERTIFICATE
I hereby certify that the attached sketch of Survey of the hereon
described property is true and correct to the best of my knowledge
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Florida Registration No. LS508i
LAST FIELD SURM DATE- MMCH 26, 2004 PREPARED FOR:
CHARLES & MYRNA FARMER
JAMES R. ALMOND,, �SM
2973 SW 3RD TERRACE
OKEECHOBEE. FLORIDA 34074-26134
TEL- �ML3� 467-5700 FAX: (863) 467-6121
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1375 Jackson Street, Suite 206
Fort Myers, Florida 33901-2845
Phone: 239-334-3366 Fax: 239-334-6384
Email: larue-planningpatt.net
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Preparedfor.- City of Okeechobee
Applicant DA Wilson Land Co.
01wner.- Charles & Myma Farmer
From: Holding to Heavy Commercial
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Pefifion No. 04-003-R
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Appl* nt: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-003-R
General Information
Applicant:
Applicant Address:
Applicant Phone Number:
Owner:
Owner Address:
Future Land Use Map
Classification
Zoning District
Use of Property
Acreage
D.R. Wilson Land Co.
4 10 SE 2" Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
863-763-0999
Charles & Myrna Farmer
1818 SW 101 Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Single Family
Holding
Vacant with old Single
Family frame home
5.06
Commercial
Heavy Commercial
Commercial Development
5.06
Legal Description: All that part of the North 668.71 feet of the E1/2of 0/2 of SW/4
of SE1/4of section 15, Township 37 South, range 35, East, less and except the North
50 feet thereof.
Request:
The applicant is requesting a zoning change for a 5 acre parcel from the Holding
Zoning District to the Heavy Commercial Zoning District. There is a companion
request for this property to change the Future Land Use from Single Family to
Commercial.
Adjacent Future Land Use Map Classifications and Zoning Districts:
North:
East:
South:
I West:
Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
Future Land Use Map Classification
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
'Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
Single Family
Holding
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Staff Report Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Rezoning Request Petition No. 04-003-R
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
The application is a request to change the zoning from Holding to Heavy
Commercial, subject to a Future Land Use change from Single Family to
Commercial.
Analysis I
1. The proposed use is not contrary to Comprehensive Plan requirements.
The proposed zoning is compatible and consistent with the Comprehensive Plan if the
FLUM map is changed to Commercial.
2. The proposed use being appliedfor is specifically authorized under the zoning district
in the Land Development Regulations.
Commercial development is authorized under Heavy Commercial zoning. There are
different types of uses that would be allowed.
3. The proposed use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest.
This rezoning will not have an adverse effect on the public interest if Site Plan review
is performed adequately.
4. The zoning is appropriate for the location proposed, is reasonably compatible with
adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use
patterns.
The proposed zoning is compatible with proposed adjacent uses. However, if lands to
the South remain residential there would be some compatibility issues.
5. The proposed use will not adversely affect property values or living conditions, or be
a deterrent to the improvement or development of adjacent property.
Uses under this zoning will not adversely affect property values of adjacent property.
6. The proposed use can be suitably bufferedjrom surrounding uses, so as to reduce the
impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood
Con�mercial uses contemplated for this site can be properly buffered if needed.
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Staff Report App" nt: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Rezoning Request Petition No. 04-003-R
7. The proposed use will not create a density pattern that would overburden public
facilities such as schools, streets, and utility services.
Density is not an issue. Utility accommodations, especially in the sewer area, need to
be addressed. Right-of-way and road construction commitment by applicants need to
be made.
8. The proposed use will not create tra c congestion, flooding or drainage problems,
Iff,
or otherwise affectpublic safety.
Traffic impacts should be accounted for by a traffic impact study with some
accommodation made for future streets.
9. The proposed change will not constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual
owner as contrasted with the public welfare.
The request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and will not grant a special
privilege to the applicant.
7--Summary and Conclusions Prior to Certification
At this time the property does not have sewer access. OUA has no plans to run sewer
any further east along Highway 70, and no fixther South then the new Industrial
Commerce Center which will be north of the railroad. All septic issues need to be
addressed by the Health Department to determine if there is adequate pervious area to
accommodate heavy commercial uses (i.e. restaurant, etc.). Otherwise plans to tie in
to the sewer should be made.
I Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the request to allow rezoning from Holding to Heavy
Commercial conditioned upon the above issues being addressed.
Submitted by:
James G. LaRue, AICP
Planning Consultant
April 20, 2004
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AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS, CONTINUED.
B. Rezoning Petition No. 04-002-R, continued.
C. Rezoning Petition No, 04-003-R. Consider a recommendation to the City
Council to rezone the property located on the North side of State Road 70 East,
across from the United States Post Office, from Holding (H) to Heavy Commer-
cial (CHV), parcel identification number being 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000.
Charles and Myrna Fanner are the property owners, D Robert Willson is acting
as agent on behalf of the property owner - Exhibit 3.
Avril 27, 2004 - Planning Board - Page 5 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
VOTE
HOOVER - YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Summary of Application: D. Robert Willson filed a Rezoning Application on behalf of the
property owners, Charles and Myrna Fanner This property, combined with several contiguous
properties, is requesting a change in the zoning district, as well as the land use category. If
approved, this will create a large parcel of land that could be used for future commercial
development.
Jim LaRue, City Planning Consultant, briefly explained the Planning Report to the Board
Members.
Planning Staff Report Summary: The application is a request to change the zoning from Holding
to Heavy Commercial, subject to a Future Land Use change from Single Family to Commercial.
Planning Staff Report Analysis: (1) The proposed use is not contrary to Comprehensive Plan
requirements. The proposed zoning is compatible and consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
if the FLUM map is changed to Commercial. (2) The proposed use being applied for is apecifically
authorized under the zoning district in the Land Development Regulations. Commercial
development is authorized under Heavy Commercial zoning. There are different types of uses that
would be allowed. (3) The proposed use will not have an adverse effect on the public interest. This
rezoning will not have an adverse effect on the public interest if Site Plan review is performed
adequately. (4) The use is appropriate for the location proposed, is reasonably compatible with
adjacent land uses, and is not contrary or detrimental to urbanizing land use patterns. The proposed
zoning is compatible with proposed adjacent uses. However, if lands to the South remain
residential there would be some compatibility issues. (5) The proposed zoning will not adversely
affect property values or living conditions, or be a deterrent to the improvement or development
of adjacent property Uses under this zoning will not adversely affect property values of adjacent
AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS, CONTINUED.
C. Rezoning Petition No. 04-003 -R, continued.
April 27,2004 -Planning Board -Page 6 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
property (6) The proposed use can be suitably buffered from surrounding uses, so as to reduce thc
impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood. Commercial uses contemplated for this site
can be properly buffered if needed. (7) The proposed use will not create traffic congestion,
flooding or drainage problems, or otherwise affect public safety Density is not an issue. Utility
accommodations, especially in the sewer area, need to be addressed. Right-of-way and roa�
construction commitment by applicants need to be made. (8) The proposed use has not been
inordinately burdened by unnecessary restrictions. Traffic impacts should be accounted for by a
traffic impact study with some accommodation made for future streets. (9) The proposed change
will not constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual owner as contrasted with the public
welfare. The request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and will not grant a special
privilege to the applicant.
Planning Staff Summary and Conclusions Prior to Certification: At this time the property does
not have sewer access. OUA has no plans to install sewer any further east along Highway 70, and
no further South than the new Industrial Commerce Center which will be north of the railroad. All
septic issues need to be addressed by the Health Department to determine if there is adequate
pervious area to accommodate heavy commercial uses (i.e. restaurant, etc.) Otherwise plans to tie
in to the sewer should be made.
Planning Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the request to allow rezoning
from Holding to Heavy Commercial conditioned upon the above issues being addressed,
There was no public comment. There was no discussion from the Board.
Board Member Ledferd made a motion to recommend to City Council to approve Rezoning
Petition No 04-003-R, based on Planning Staff s recommendations; seconded by Board Member
Keller
AGENDA
IV. NEW BUSINESS, CONTINUED.
C. Rezoning Petition No 04-003-R, continued.
V. ADJOURNMENT -Chairman
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE ADVISED that ifany person desires to appeal any decision made by the Planning Board with
respectto any matter considered at this proceeding, such interested person will need a record ofthe proceedings, and forsuch purpose
may need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which
the appeal is to be based General Services tapes are for the sole purpose of backup for official records of the Department.
Jerry Walker, Chairman
ATTEST
Katrina Vinson, Secretary
April 27, 2004 - Planning Board - Page 7 of 7
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
VOTE
HOOVER -YEA
JONES - YEA
KELLER - YEA
LEDFERD - YEA
MAVROIDES - YEA
MCCOY-YEA
WALKER - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
There being no further items on the agenda, Chairperson Walker adjourned the meeting at 7.45
p.m.
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MAY 4,2004 AGENDA
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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor Kirk and City Council
From: John Cook, City Attorney
Subject: Sale of Lot 1 to OUA
Date: May 4, 2004
This agenda item is the request of OUA to place or expand a lift station onto Lot 1, Block K, which
the City has owned for many years. It is located at the intersection of SE 7' Street and SE 6'
Avenue; while OUA initially requested only easement access to the lot with a use agreement for the
H station, it appears the entire lot will be subject to the use, and an outright sale of the lot is
recommended by staff.
The tax assessor has listed the lot value at $67,060.00; however, tax appraisals are not admissible in
court as evidence of true value, and its highest and best use appraisal value would well exceed that
amount. The City, of course, has the obligation to the taxpayers to make the best use or investment
of all City assets. It is not believed to be a necessity for our purposes to incur the appraisal expense,
so it is further the recommendation of staffthat the Council approve this sale at a price of $77,180.00.
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PREPARED BY &
RETURN TO
John R. Cook
55 S.E. 3' Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
PARCEL I.D. NO. 3-22-37-35-0030-OOOKO-0010 04
QUIT CLAIM DEED
THIS WARRANTY DEED, made this day of .2004, by CITY
OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA, a municipal corporation existing under the laws of the State
of Florida, hereinafter called the grantor(s) to:
OKEECHOBEE UTILITY AUTHORITY, a public entity organized and authorized
under the laws of the State of Florida, grantee(s);
WITNESSETH: That the grantor, for and in consideration of the sum of Ten Dollars ($10.00),
and othervaluable considerations, the receipt ofwhich is hereby acknowledged, hereby grants,
bargains, sells, aliens, remises, releases, conveys and confirms unto the grantee all that certain
land situate in Okeechobee County, State of Florida, vis:
Lot 1, Block K, CENTRAL PARK SUBDIVISION, per warranty deed dated February
28, 1978 and recorded at OR Book 213, Page 317, Public Records, Okeechobee County,
Florida, consisting of .198 acres more or less;
SUBJECT to restrictions and easements of record, which grantee(s) assume.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD, the same in fee simple forever.
AND the grantor(s) hereby covenant with the said grantee(s) that the grantor(s) are lawfully
seized of the said land in fee simple; that the grantor(s) have good right and lawful authority
to sell and convey said land, and hereby warrant the title to said land, and will defend the same
against the lawful claims of all persons whomsoever; and that said land is free of an
encumbrances, except taxes accruing subsequent to December 31, 2003.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said grantor(s) have signed and sealed these presents
the day and year first above written.
Signed, sealed and delivered
in the presence of -
(Signature)
By:
(Print Name)
(Signature)
(Print Name)
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
JAMES E. KIRK, MAYOR
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STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on this day, before me, an officer duly authorized to take/
administer oaths and take acknowledgments, personally appeared JAMES E. KIRK, Mayor,
City of Okeechobee, Florida, who is personally known to me, or who produced
as identification; known to me to be the person described in
and who executed the foregoing instrument, who acknowledged before me that he executed
same, and an oath (was) (was not) taken.
WITNESS my hand and official seal in the County and State last aforesaid this day
of 2004.
NOTARY PUBLIC
My Commission Expires:
Printed Notary Name
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
John Cook, City Attorney
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MAY 4,2004 AGENDA
VACANT LAND CONTRACT
I. PARTIES & DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
1. Sale and Purchase: The City of Okeechobee, Florida (hereinafter seller) and
Federal Cast Stone, Inc., a Florida corporation (hereinafter buyer), agree to sell and buy
on the terms and conditions specified below on the property described as:
2. Location: Okeechobee Commerce Center, N.E. 9' Avenue Okeechobee, Florida
3. Legal DescriDtion: Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, Okeechobee Commerce Center per
plat thereof, filed in the public records, at plat book page , public records, Clerk
of the Circuit Court, in and for Okeechobee County, Florida, consisting of 3.8 acres; 3.2
acres; 3.1 acres; 2.9 acres; 3.5 acres, and 3.5 acres, respectively, for a total of 20 acres,
more or less, with an option to purchase Lots 6, 13 and 14, which is set forth by separate
agreement.
4. Including all imvrovernents thereon: none, other than finished street access with
potable water and solid waste/wastewater service connections available at the city right of
way immediately adjacent to the sub ect parcel(s) as more particularly set forth hereafter.
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11. PRICING AND FINANCING:
1. Purchase Price: $5,000-00 per acre, total price: $100,000.00 payable in
U.S. fimds as follows:
2. $ 10,000.00 deposit received (checks subject to clearance) by:
(name) on behalf of buyer who will act as escrow agent.
3. Total financing: None
4. $90,000.00 balance to close (not including buyers closing costs, prepaid items,
and prorations). All funds paid at closing must be paid by locally drawn cashier's check,
official check or wired fimds.
111. CLOSING DATE/OCCUPANCY:
1. This contract will be closed and the deed and possession delivered on or before the
I" day of June, 2004, unless extended by other provisions of this contract.
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2. Closing Procedures/Costs: Closing will take place in the county where the property
is located and may be conducted by electronic means. In addition to other expenses provided
in this contract, seller and buyer will pay the costs indicated below:
(a) Sellers costs: Seller will pay doc stamps on the deed and recording
expenses for documents needed to cure title; certified, confirmed and ratified
special assessment liens; title evidence; and other if applicable:
(b) Buyers costs: Buyer will pay doc stamps, intangible tax and recording fees
on notes and mortgages and recording fees on the deed and financing
statements; loan expenses; pending special assessment liens; lenders title
policy at the simultaneous issue rate; inspections; survey and sketch; property
i n s u r a n c e a n d o t h e r i f
applicable:
(c) Evidence of title: Seller will provide to buyer owners title insurance
commitment as title evidence no later than ten (10) days prior to closing; seller
to select title insurance provider; each party to pay their own attorneys fees
in the closing.
(d) Prorations: none
(e) Tax withholding: Buyer and seller will comply with Foreign Investment in
Real Property Tax Act, which may require seller to provide additional cash at
closing if seller is a foreign person as defined by Federal law.
IV. PROPERTY CONDITION:
1. Land Use: Seller will deliver property to buyer at closing at the time agreed in its
present unimproved condition, but it is not sold "as is"; Seller and buyer recognize that the
property consists of platted lots in a proposed industrial park owned by seller, with
improvements subject to the terms of this sale, and to existing state or federal grant funding.
The use of the property is to construct a commercial business within an industrial zoned park,
and such use(s) shall be subject to compliance by buyer with all local, state and federal land
use and grant requirements, and with deed restrictions yet to be recorded with the clerk of the
circuit court; which may be subject to flirther revision by seller upon notice to buyer, and
which restrictions are incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof as exhibit "A".
2. Condition of Property: Seller covenants herein that prior and subsequent to the
closing contemplated herein, that it will continue to make improvements to the subject
Okeechobee Commerce Center as called for in its construction and engineer drawings with
Craig A. Smith & Associates of Royal Palm. Beach, Florida and the state of Florida CDBG
and transportation grant funding, and the EDA (Economic Development Administration )
grant through the federal government, such requirements being in place as obtained by seller
through grant administrator Nancy Phillips & Associates; (terms and conditions of
construction and engineering plans and documents, and all state and federal grant funding
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requirements are not attached hereto, but are known to buyer and incorporated herein by
reference and made a part hereof) to deliver to buyer upon completion thereof the following
improvements which will permit buyer to commence construction of its commercial business:
... an access bridge across Taylor Creek at the Eastern terminus of N.E. 9' Avenue;
finished paved roadways from the Taylor Creek bridge, which road will for the time being
terminate at the southern boundaries of lots 7 & 12 as set out in the plat; potable water, and
solid waste/wastewater fines to the lots purchased with suitable connections located in the
public rights of way immediately adjacent to the lots purchased by buyer; payment of utility
service availability charges to Okeechobee Utility Authority, excluding connection fees or
charges; and, subject to funding, finished paved streets through the Commerce Center to join
Douglas Brown Park residential district at the eastern boundary of the Center. Buyer
understands that the utility service availability charges paid by seller only permit a twenty-four
month time period of guarantee of service, commencing on or about June 1, 2004, and that
buyer must be operational within said time period. Further, the buyer acknowledges that the
construction plans call for a railroad spur into the Commerce Center, but that (a) the railroad
company has presently indicated it will not deliver to the Commerce Center until additional
owners or tenants are in place; (b) buyer is able to commence business operations without the
railway spur; and (c) such railway spur will be constructed by the city but the time and date
of its completion is not known at the time of this contract. The parties understand and agree
that time period for completing the improvements and the funding available for such
improvements are subject to state and federal grant funding conditions and requirements.
Seller does warrant that at the time buyer seeks a certificate of occupancy for its initial
commercial structure, the necessary improvements will be in place to permit commencement
of business from seller's selected location. The agreements of seller in this regard shall
continue and survive the closing and this contract and be enforceable covenants for the benefit
of buyer.
3. Buyers Obligations: Buyer understands that the grant funding requirements of the
seller to commence funding for construction of the commerce center are subject to vertical
construction commencing at the Commerce Center on a strict timeline. Therefore, buyer
agrees and covenants that it will immediately commence necessary engineering, planning,
funding, and other required acts preliminary to construction of its commercial building(s)
upon the date ofthe closing set forth; will present preliminary engineered drawings and plans
for review, comment and approval to the Technical Advisory Committee for the seller no later
than the first week of July 2004; and will thereupon commence actual construction on its
selected lots no later than August 1, 2004. No extensions of time will be granted to this
schedule excepting delay due to act of God; or delays that buyer can demonstrate are
absolutely beyond its control; or by written agreement of the parties.
4. No Feasibility Study: Buyer is satisfied that the property is suitable for buyers
purposes, including being satisfied that public solid waste and water are available to the
property or that such will be approved and in place as provided by this contract; and that
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existing zoning, land use, or other pertinent regulations and restrictions, such as subdivision
or deed restrictions, concurrency, growth management and environmental conditions are
acceptable to buyer. This contract is not contingent on buyer performing any finther or
additional inspections of the property. Further, buyer understands it gains or possesses no
vested interest in the time and manner of completion of the remainder of the industrial park
by seller or its agents, or the addition of other owners, tenants or lessees, and is limited at the
time of closing contemplated herein to the covenants of seller to make the improvements
described herein necessary to permit buyer to have access and construct its business ; to
obtain a certificate of occupancy; and open for business to the public.
V. TITLE:
1. Seller will convey marketable title to the property by statutory warranty deed as
appropriate to sellers status.
2. Title Evidence: Title evidence will show legal access to the property, and
marketable title of record in seller in accordance with current title standards, adopted
by the Florida Bar, subject only to the following title exceptions, none of which
prevent buyers intended use ofthe property as a commercial business in an industrially
zoned commerce center: covenants, easements and restrictions of record; matters of
plat; existing zoning and governmental regulations; off, gas and
mineral rights of record if there is no right of entry; current taxes; mortgages that
buyer will assume; and encumbrances that seller will discharge at or before closing.
Seller will, prior to closing, deliver to buyer the sellers choice of on the following type
of title evidence which must be generally accepted in the county where the property
is located: a title insurance commitment issued by a Florida licensed title insurer in the
amount of the purchase price and subject only to title exceptions set forth in this
contract. Buyer will examine the title evidence and deliver written notice to seller
within 5 days from receipt of such title evidence but no later than closing, any defects
which make title unmarketable. Seller will have 30 days from receipt of buyers notice
of defects (curative period) to cure the defects at sellers expense. If seller cures the
defects within the curative period, seller will deliver written notice to buyer and the
parties will close the transaction on the closing date or within 10 days from buyers
receipt of sellers notice if closing date has passed. If seller is unable to cure the defects
within the curative period, seller will deliver written notice to buyer and buyer will,
within 10 days from receipt of sellers notice, will accept title with existing defects and
close the transaction, or cancel this contract. Buyer may fijrther, prior to closing date,
and at buyers expense, have the property surveyed and deliver written notice to sell
within 5 days from receipt of survey but no later than closing, of any encroachments
on the property or claims of others. Any such encroachment or claim shall be treated
in the same manner as a title defect herein, and buyer and sellers obligations will be
determined in accordance with the language above written.
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VI. MISCELLANEOUS:
1. The effective date of this contract is the date on which the last of the partes initials
or signs the latest offer. Time is of the essence for all provisions of this contract. All
time periods expressed as days will be computed in business days, which is every
calendar day except Saturday, Sunday, and legal holidays. If any
deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, performance will be due on the
next business day. All time periods will end at 5:00 p.rrL local time ofthe appropriate
day.
2. All notices will be in writing and made to the parties by mail, personal delivery or
electronic media.
VII. COMPLETE AGREEMENT:
This contract is the entire agreement between buyer and seller. Modifications of this
contract will not be binding unless in writing, signed and delivered by the party to be bound.
Handwritten or typewritten terms inserted in or attached to this contract will prevail over preprinted
terms. If any portion of this contract is determined to be unenforceable, the remainder will remain in
full force and effect.
VIII. ASSIGNABILITY:
This contract shall not be assigned by buyer without sellers written consent, which
shall not be unreasonably withheld by seller. This contract is binding on the heirs, administrators,
executors, personal representatives or successors in interest of buyer and seller.
IX DEFAULT AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION:
1. Seller: If for any reason other than failure of seller to make sellers title marketable
after diligent effort, seller fails, refuses or neglects to perform this contract, buyer may choose to
receive a return of buyers deposit without waiving the right to seek damages or to seek specific
performance of the contract.
2. Buyer: If buyer fails to perform this contract within the time specified including the
timely payment of all deposits, seller may choose to retain and collect all deposits paid and agreed to
be paid as partial liquidated damages, or to seek specific performance of the contract.
3. Additional Liquidated Damages/Enforcement: Due to the nature of this contract
as it pertains to the requirements of section IV herein, which require seller to complete and provide
certain improvements to buyer subsequent to closing; and of buyers obligations to perform timely in
construction ofhis improvements to the real property, and the difficulty in determining exact damages
for failure of such covenants, the parties agree to assess liquidated and agreed damages and remedies
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for such default, as follows:
(a) In the event seller should fail to provide the improvements to the commerce center
as promised and in accordance with grant funding requirements and existing engineered construction
plans within the timetable set under the grant funding guidelines, buyer shall notify seller thereof in
writing of such breach, provide a time to cure of 90 days, and upon failure to cure, buyer is then
entitled to bring suit against seller for all damages as buyer may prove have been incurred as a result
of the failure or delay of seller to so perform. The seller expressly states that any remedy claimed or
sought against seller shall not in any way be permitted or construed to be a waiver of sovereign
immunity granted to the city of Okeechobee under the laws of the State of Florida, which buyer
understands and accepts.
(b) In the event buyer should f" to perform its covenants by not commencing
construction of its commercial building(s) by August 1, 2004, unless extended, and fails to so
commence within 30 days of written demand of the seller, seller will impose a liquidated damages
penalty of $500.00 per day for each day buyer fails to so perform; if such failure to commence
construction continues after such written demand of seller for a total period of 90 days or more,
which includes the 30 day notice period, then buyer covenants and agrees that it shall deed the
property back to seller, with all monies paid or advanced by buyer being refimded to buyer for the
purchase price, excepting accrued liquidated damages, and such other damages that seller can
demonstrate have been incurred by seller as a result of buyer's breach.
(c) For any dispute that arises under the terms and conditions of this contract and
subsequent issues concerning sellers and buyers obligations hereunder, the aggrieved party shall
provide the other 30 days written notice of the dispute, and unless otherwise resolved by the parties,
shall be submitted to non -binding mediation prior to initiation of litigation. The mediator cannot alter
the terms of this agreement or recommend award of any remedy not provided for in this contract.
The parties shall equally divide all costs of mediation. Prior to mediation, the parties shall have the
right to seek information or documents from the other in order to prepare under the maimcr permitted
in Florida Rules of Civil Procedure, excepting oral depositions of a party or witness.
(d) In the event litigation does ensue between the parties, the venue for such action
is agreed to be the Circuit Court in Okeechobee County, Florida. The party determined by the
presiding judge to be the prevailing party in such action shall be additionally entitled to recover all
court costs, and attorneys fees that are deemed to be reasonable and customary within Okeechobee
County, Florida. There shall be no rule of construction implied or permitted that the contract terms
should be construed against seller as drafting entity.
X. BINDING AGREEMENT.
This contract is intended to be a legally binding contract. If not fully understood, seek
the advise of an attorney prior to signing. Buyer acknowledges receipt of a copy of this contract, and
all exhibits, restrictions, plans and documents incorporated herein.
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XI. OFFER AND ACCEPTANCE.
This contract or counteroffers thereto shall be finally accepted by all parties on or
before June 1, 2004, at 4:00 p.m., or the offer shall expire.
BUYER offers to purchase the described property subject to all tenns and conditions stated
herein.
Date: BUYER: FEDERAL CAST STONE, INC., a Florida Corporation
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Sandra Myer, President
661 N.W. Sunset Drive
Stuart, Florida 34994
SELLER agrees to sell the described property subject to all tenns and conditions stated
herein.
Date: SELLER: CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
LIZA
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
Legal Form Approved:
John R. Cook, City Attorney
James E. Kirk, Mayor
55 S.E. 3' Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34974
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ExHIBIT 8 —
MAY 4,2004 AGENDA
DECLARATION
of
Protective Covenants, Restrictions, Reservations,
Servitudes and Easements
Affecting
COMMERCE CENTER
THIS DECLARATION is made by City Council City of Okeechobee, Florida, (hereinafter referred
to as "Declarant").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Declarant is the owner of certain real property located at OKEECHOBEE
COMMERCE CENTER in the City of Okeechobee, State of Florida, and
WHEREAS, the real property is more particularly described by the plat thereof; (see attached exhibit
44A99)
WHEREAS, Declarant is desirous of subjecting certain real property to the protective covenants,
restrictions, reservations, servitudes, and easements hereinafter set forth, each and all of which is and are for
the benefit of said property and of each present and future tenants thereof, or any part thereof.
WHEREAS, the purpose of these Covenants and Restrictions is to establish uniform standards of
development quality for Light Industrial, Commercial, Research, and Office Park known as OKEECHOBEE
COMMERCE CENTER.
NOW THEREFORE, Declarant does declare that certain real property be subject to the covenants,
restrictions, reservations, servitudes and easements hereinafter set forth as follows:
PARAGRAPHI.
Definitions, Property Rights, Covenants for Maintaining Assessments,
Maintenance and Repairs, Architectural Control, and
Application of Environmental Protection
DEFINITIONS
The following words, when used in this Declaration shall have the following meaning:
A. Industrial Park shall mean the "OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER". Industrial Park
shall initially consist of those lots as indicated on the plat attached as exhibit "A"; which
Industrial Park may be expanded by the addition of one or more similar tracts of lands
("Additions") which may be developed by the Okeechobee City Council, as more particularly
provided in this section.
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Each Addition shall be contiguous to either the initial platted parcels, or a prior
Addition to Industrial Park. As used herein, the term "contiguous" shall be used to
describe two properties which have a common boundary line or which are separated
by one or a combination of streets, roads, highways, sidewalks, paths, alleyways or
other thoroughfares, together with medians and other dividers.
2. Each Addition shall have a name which includes the name "OKEECHOBEE
COMMERCE CENTER", and additional words which distinguish the Addition to
Industrial Park from the initial platted park and the other Additions to Industrial Park
such as "First Addition ... Second Addition", etc..
The Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with respect to the Addition shall be
in substance substantially the same as the Declaration with respect to the Initial
platted park, unless approved by the Okeechobee City Council. As used in this
Declaration the terms "Plat" and "Declaration" shall include not only the original of
a Plat or Declaration, but also any and all amendments thereto.
B, Common Area shall mean and refer to all real and/or personal property which the City
Council City of Okeechobee, Florida own and will for the common use and enjoyment of the
grantees, tenants, or lessees of OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER, and all real and/or
personal property within or in the vicinity of the Initial platted park in which the City of
Okeechobee has an interest for the common use and enjoyment of the grantees, tenants, or
lessees of OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER, including without limitation, a right of
use (such as, but not limited to, easements for surface water collection and retention). The use
of the Common Area shall be restricted to park landscape, entry features, directional graphic
system, drainage, landscape medians, security, safety, pedestrian/bicycle paths, roads, project
lighting and recreational purposes or any other use to which a majority of the grantees,
tenants, or lessees ofthe OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER may accede, but shall not
include any lots owned by the city of Okeechobee that remain unsold or not leased to any
grantee, tenant or lessee.
C Lot shall mean and refer to any parcel of the Property in the Initial platted park, together with
any and all improvements thereon, and identified as such on the Plat, on which and industrial,
office or other structure according to the terms of this Declaration could be constructed
whether or not one has been constructed, and shall include any "combination lot" described
herein.
D. Initialplattedpark or Property shall mean and refer to all properties which are subject to this
Declaration, more specifically described in Exhibit"A7.
11. PROPERTY RIGHTS
Every grantee, tenant, or lessee shall be subject to these restrictions, as well as each assignee
or successor in interest of such grantee, tenant, or lessee. Every grantee, tenant or lessee shall have a
right and easement of enjoyment in and to the Common Area which shall be appurtenant to and shall
pass with the title of portions of the Property, subject to the following:
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A. Rules and regulations governing use and enjoyment of the Common Area adopted by the City;
and which may be amended from time to time upon reasonable notice to each owner or lessee.
and
B. Restrictions contained on any and all plats of all or any part of the Common Area or filed
separately with respect to all or any part of parts of the Property.
C in the event the owner of a parcel(s) within the industrial park designated as such on the
records of the clerk of court Okeechobee County, Florida elects or should sell or transfer the
parcel(s) by deed to another person or entity, including all improvements thereon, said owner
shall, prior to consummating such sale or transfer, first notify the city of Okeechobee of its
intent to so sell or transfer the property, and the city of Okeechobee is herein granted right of
first refusal to purchase the parcel and all improvements thereon. The owner shall produce a
contract for sale and purchase which it has negotiated with a buyer in good faith and in which
the total purchase price is set forth for the land and all improvements thereon, and any other
particulars of the proposed sale. The city reserves the right to inquire into the validity and
arms -length dealing in the contract for sale, and shall notify owner within thirty (30) days as
to whether it intends to enter into a written agreement with owner to exercise its right of first
refusal and purchase the property. If such right is not exercised by the city, the owner is free
to proceed with the sale to its proposed buyer, said sale subject to these deed restrictions and
other applicable local, state or federal regulations.
D. Regardless of the city's right of first refusal to purchase, the sale, assignment or lease of a
parcel, or a parcel and business located thereon in the industrial park is further first subject
to review and approval by the city of Okeechobee, to determine the nature of the business
proposed at the site. Such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld and its purpose is to
assure compliance with these deed restrictions, and to ensure the creation oflobs, promote the
economic vitality of the city, and to comply with all applicable state or federal grant funding
requirements. Every owner, tenant or lessee of a parcel in the industrial park shall notify the
city of Okeechobee in writing at least sixty (60) days prior to a proposed sale, lease, or
assignment of a parcel or a parcel and business located thereon for investigation under this
part and approval by the city. The city reserves the right under this section to compel
assurances of compliance with these restrictions herein by existing or proposed owners,
tenants or lessees.
E. No owner, tenant, employee, agent of an owner or tenant within the industrial park shall
conduct the business or enterprise thereon in a manner to discriminate against any person or
entity on account of race, religion, national origin or ethnicity.
Ill. COVENANTS FOR MAINTAINING ASSESSMENTS
A. Creation ofthe Lien andPersonal Obligation ofAssessments. Each tenant, grantee, or lessee
of any portion of the Property from time to time constituting a Lot, as said term is hereinabove
defiried (by acceptance of a lease for such portion of the Property, whether or not it shall be
so expressed in any lease or other conveyance) including any purchaser at a judicial sale or
other successor in interest, shall be deemed to covenant and agree to pay to the city any annual
assessments or other charges, and any special assessments to be fixed, established, and
collected from time to time as hereinafter provided. All such assessments, together with
interest thereon from the due date at the maximum rate allowable by law and costs of
collection thereof (including reasonable attorney's fees), shall be a charge on the Lot and shall
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be a continuing lien upon the Lot(s) against which each such assessment is made, and shall
also be the personal obligation of the tenant, grantee, or lessee. No tenant, grantee, or lessee
may waive or otherwise escape liability for the assessment provided for herein by non-use of
the Common Area or by abandonment. No portion of any Property which does not constitute
a Lot as that term is defined herein will be liable for any annual or special assessment under
this section.
B. Purpose ofAssessments. The annual and special assessments levied by the city shall be used
exclusively for the purpose of promoting the health, safety, security, and welfare of the
tenants, grantees, or lessees ofLots included in the OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER
(the Initial platted park and Additions) and in particular for the improvements and
maintenance of the Common Areas of the OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER and of
any easement in favor of the city, including, but not limited to, the cost of , labor, materials,
maintenance, and supervision thereof, for the purpose of maintaining or improving the
entrance -way and signage of the OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER, for planting trees
and shrubbery and the care thereof within a public right-of-way, for improving and
maintaining the entrance sign and landscaping, for routine maintenance of the drainage/swale
system, for regular maintenancelmowing of vacant property and rights of way, maintaining
lighting, as well as for such other purposes as are permissible activities of, and undertaken
by, the city of Okeechobee; excluding however such maintenance as would be considered a
capital improvement or major repair.
C SpecialAssessmentsfor Capital Improvements andMajor Repairs. In addition to any annual
assessments, the city of Okeechobee may levy in any assessment year a special assessment,
applicable to that year only, for the purpose of defraying in whole or in part, the cost of any
construction, reconstruction, unexpected repair or replacement of a capital improvement as
approved by the City Council City of Okeechobee, Florida, including the necessary fixtures
and personal property related thereto, so long as such assessment(s) are a benefit to the lot
owner, tenant or lessee, and further provided that any such assessment shall have the assent
of two-thirds (2/3) of the tenants, grantees, or lessees. Capital improvements and major
repairs shall include but may not be limited to paving or re -surfacing the streets and rights of
way; extension or repair of wastewater lines; extension or repair of the, railway spur into the
park; repair or replacement of the bridge entering the park across Taylor Creek; creating or
improvement of drainage swales, ponds or ditches.
D. Duties ofthe Okeechobee City Council. The City Council City of Okeechobee, Florida shall
fix the date of commencement, and the amount ofthe assessment against each tenant, grantee,
or lessee for each assessment period at least thirty (30) days in advance of such date or period
and shall, at that time,, prepare a roster of the Lots and assessments applicable thereto which
shall be kept in the office of the Clerk of Court and shall be open to inspection by any tenant,
grantee, or lessee. Written notice of the assessment shall be sent to every tenant, grantee, or
lessee subject thereto not later than seven (7) days after fixing the date of commencement
thereof.
The amount(s) assessed for routine maintenance and repair, or for capital improvements or
major repairs, shall be the pro-rata expense ofthe total cost of such installation, maintenance
or repair, divided by the total acreage owned or occupied by a particular owner, tenant or
lessee; i.e. if the entire acreage available for occupancy is 66 acres, and if the cost of the
assessment is $500.00, and 6.4 acres is owned or occupied, the obligation of an owner,
tenant or lessee shall be that sum divided by the total available acreage, and that sum
multiplied by the 6.4 acres owned or occupied, then the owner, tenant or lessee would in this
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example be assessed $7.57 per acre times 6.4 acres, equaling an assessment of $48.45. Any
acreage, excluding the common areas, owned by the city, shall be included in the computation
so as to require the city to remain responsible for the amount of the assessment assigned to
its own acreage.
The City shall, upon demand at any time, furnish to any tenant, grantee, or lessee liable for
said assessment, a certificate in writing signed by the Chairperson of the Okeechobee City
Council, or their designee, setting forth whether said assessment has been paid.
E. Exempt Property. The Okeechobee City Council shall have the right to exempt any property
subject to this Declaration from the assessments, charge, or lien created herein provided that
such part of the Property exempted is used (and as long as it is used) for any of the following
purposes:
As an easement or other interest therein dedicated and accepted by the Okeechobee
City Council and devoted to public use;
2. As Common Area as defined herein;
3. As Property exempted from ad valorem taxation by the laws of the State of Florida,
to the extent permitted by the tax assessor for Okeechobee County, Florida.
IV. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
A. Tenant, grantee, or lessee will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of the
premises and shall keep the premises, including the fencing, landscaping, gutters, downspouts,
exterior building surfaces, yard maintenance, and painting in good order and repair. The
landscaping shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the Architectural Planning
Criteria, a copy of which can be obtained from the office of the Okeechobee City Clerk. The
city retains the right to enforce such maintenance and repairs by any lawful means, including
code enforcement under ch. 162 Florida Statute; abatement of nuisance; injunction, or other
remedy as permitted by law.
V. ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
A. Necessity ofArchitectural Review andApproval. No improvement or structure of any kind,
including without limitation, any building, fence, wall, sign, site paving, grading, parking and
building additions, alteration, screen enclosures, sewer, drain, disposal system, decorative
building, landscaping, landscape device or object, or other improvement shall be commenced,
erected, placed or maintained upon any Lot or the Property, nor shall any addition, change or
alteration therein or thereof be made, nor any initial platted park platting or replatting of any
Lot or Lots, or the Property be made unless and until the plans, specifications, and location
of the same shall have been submitted to and approved in writing by, the technical review
committee which represents the interests ofthe Okeechobee City Council in such architectural
control. All plans and specifications shall be evaluated as to harmony of external design and
location in relation to surrounding structures and topography and as to conformance with the
Architectural Planning Criteria of OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER, a copy ofwhich
may be obtained at the office of the City Clerk.
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B. ArchitecturaiReviewBoard. The architectural review and control functions ofthe Association
shall be administered and performed by the technical review committee for the City of
Okeechobee. At any time the Okeechobee City Council has the right to appoint members of
the Architectural Review Board. The Okeechobee City Council shall appoint at least one (1)
Architect or Building Contractor to the Architectural Review Board.
C. Powers andDuties ofthe Architectural Review Board. The Architectural Review Board shall
have the following powers and duties.
To recommend from time to time, to the Okeechobee City Council modifications
and/or amendments to the Architectural Planning Criteria. Any modification or
amendment to the Architectural Planning Criteria shall be consistent with the
provisions of this Declaration, and shall not be effective until adopted by a majority
of the members of the Okeechobee City Council at a meeting duly called and noticed
and at which a quorum is present and voting and are present and voting. Notice of
any modification or amendment to the Architectural Planning Criteria, including a
verbatim copy of such change or modification, shall be delivered to each member of
the Association; provided that, the delivery to each member of the Association of
notice and a copy of any modification or amendment to the Architectural Planing
Criteria shall not constitute a condition precedent to the effectiveness or validity of
such change or modification.
2. To require submission to the Architectural Review Board of one (1) complete set of
all plans and specifications for any improvement or structure of any kind, including,
without limitation, any building, fence, wall, sign, site paving, grading, parking and
building additions, alteration, screen enclosure, sewer, drain, disposal system,
decorative building, landscaping, landscape device or object, or other improvement,
the construction or placement of which is proposed upon any Lot or Property in
Initial platted park, together with a copy of any required governmental permits.
3. To approve or disapprove any improvement or structure of any kind, including,
without limitation, any building, fence, wall, sign, site paving, grading, parking and
building additions, alterations, screen enclosure, sewer, drain, disposal system,
decorative building, landscaping, landscape device or object, or other improvement
of change or modification thereto, the construction, erection, performance, or
placement of which is proposed upon any Lot or the Property in the industrial park,
and to approve or disapprove any exterior additions, changes, modifications, or
alterations therein or thereon.
V1. APPLICATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
In the recorded plat, there are identified wetlands, designated as enhanced wetland 2; enhanced wetland
3; created wetland 3; enhanced wetland 4; and preserved wetland 5. It is the intent of the Declarant to provide
stringent protection of these sites in perpetuity, as recognized through a conservation deed executed in favor
of South Florida Water Management District, or as hereafter modified by the District or other state or federal
agency. As such, development within this industrial park, including the entire acreage, with the exception of
the wetlands area shall be strictly regulated to Commercial uses. Special emphasis shall be placed on a campus
design with office and appropriate business facilities with a setback of seventy-five (75) feet from identified
wetlands to protect wetlands integrity. Furthermore, the seventy-five (75) foot setback shall serve as a buffer
and be maintained in perpetuity as a conservation easement, This conservation easement shall not be disturbed
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or developed as part of the OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE CENTER, unless subsequently modified between
the City and the appropriate state or federal agency exercising jurisdiction over the park.
In addition, the plat designates the size and location of lots numbered 6, 13, & 14 at the initial Northern
boundary of the park as set forth on the plat, which lots are within the protected zone for wellheads as described
in the city land development regulations, and which wells are owned by the Okeechobee Utility Authority.
While the wells are presently capped, and further use is not anticipated, any development on these described
lots shall not permit or use environmentally hazardous substances that may leach into groundwater, and all
development on these lots shall be strictly regulated in the permitting process by the city of Okeechobee, and
as set forth in sections 82-1 to 82-90, code of ordinances, and as hereafter amended, whose determination of
environmental hazards shall be final, if not otherwise in conflict with state and federal regulatory agencies.
PARAGRAPHH.
Construction Uses Permitted and Probibited
1. PLANNED INDUSTRIAL, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
A. Purpose ofRestrictions. The Planned Industrial, Research and Development in the industrial
park is intended to provide lands for the purpose of business and industry which support the
economic base of the City and contribute to its economic growth and self-sufficiency.
Permitted uses are intended to include those businesses and industries primarily involved in
the distribution of goods and services outside of the vicinity of Okeechobee County. The
nature of uses shall include research, development, and manufacture of products making use
of processes of manufacturing not likely to be objectionable to neighboring properties. The
development standards of this district are intended to result in an open, uncrowded and
attractive appearance through various site design standards. To the extent that these
restrictions conflict with, or are more stringent than, city zoning and land use regulations,
these deed restrictions shall take precedence over such ordinance, but only in the area set out
in exhibit "A", and as hereafter amended or enlarged by addition.
B. Uses permitted. No building or structure, or part thereof, shall be erected, altered, occupied
or used, or land or water area occupied or used, in whole or in part, for other than one (1) or
more of the following general uses. Unless otherwise specified, all uses shall be conducted
entirely within an enclosed building. (The listing of specific uses under the generalized use
categories are intended to be illustrative rather than all inclusive.)
Manufacture of products such as:
0 Computer components;
0 Robotics;
0 Food processing and packaging, including aquiculture product processing;
0 Apparel related products;
0 Manufacture of finish wood products;
0 Manufacture of concrete/masonary products;
0 Fiberglass/resin/injection molding processes;
0 Furniture, fixtures;
0 Assembled paper products;
0 Formulation and packaging of drugs, cosmetics, soap;
0 Fabricated metal products;
0 Light manufacturing or machinery;
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0 Electrical equipment and components;
0 Transportation parts and small equipment;
0 Electronic systems, components and peripherals;
0 Optics;
0 Aerospace composites;
0 Integrated circuits;
0 Ceramics;
Consumer electronics;
0 Manufacturing technology;
0 Semi -conductor equipment;
0 Image recognition;
0 Medical devices.
2. Educational, scientific, industrial, and manufacturing research and development such
as:
Computer software development;
Artificial intelligence;
Medical technology;
Research and testing laboratory.
3. Warehouse and storage buildings, excluding hazardous or flammable substances
unless permitted by special exception in industrial zoning category;
4. Corporate or business offices which serve or represent other specifically permitted
industrially related uses.
5. Sales, rental, and display of the following:
0 Construction equipment;
0 Machinery;
0 Monuments;
0 Restaurant, hotel and store supplies, fixtures and equipment;
0 Swimming pool supplies;
0 Welding equipment and supplies;
0 Electronic supplies;
0 Medical and dental equipment and supplies;
0 Photographic equipment and supplies;
0 Tires and batteries;
Sign painting;
Glass and mirrors.
6. The following services and trade establishments provided that they do not offer retail
services on the same premises. Conditional Approval may be obtained for retail
services per Section C.
Bookbinding;
0 Bakery;
0 Cutting or blending of liquor;
0 Cheese making;
a Carpet and rug cleaning;
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Diaper service;
0 Drapery and blind fabrication and service;
0 Egg storage, handling, or processing;
0 Food catering;
0 Glass and mirror shop;
0 Hydroponic garden;
0 Laundry;
0 Linen supply;
0 Machinery repair;
0 Magazine wholesale agency;
0 Motion picture studio;
Pattern making;
Printing, publishing, lithography, and engraving;
0 Tool, die, and gauge shop including the use of automatic screw machines;
0 Communication - information/data processing;
0 Telecommunication;
0 Exterminating;
0 Janitorial;
& Boat building and repair;
0 Plumbing or electrical shop;
Manufacture of powder blends, potting compounds and plastisols;
Telephone exchange.
7. The following repair and shop uses:
0 Awning and canvas;
0 Carpenter and cabinet;
0 Contractor shop;
0 Locksmith;
0 Sharpening and grinding;
& Electronic equipment repair;
0 Taxidermist;
0 Home appliance repair;
0 Upholstering shop;
0 Lawn mower and motorcycle repair;
0 Furniture repair.
8. Blacksmith and welding.
9. Accessory uses and structures; including temporary living quarters not exceeding
eight hundred (800) square feet in area and two bedrooms, by special exception, as
an accessory to a permitted use.
10. The storage of motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats, trucks and trailers.
a. Storage of motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats, trucks and trailers
subject to the following conditions.
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(1) New or used motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats, trucks, and
trailers, placed for storage shall occupy not more than one-half (/2)
of the lot on which the business is located.
(2) Any business which permits the storage of motor vehicles, trucks,
and trailers, recreational vehicles, and boats bearing signs, painted
or otherwise affixed to the vehicles which signs advertise a
franchiser or company name shall store such vehicle within a
completely enclosed building or shall provide a vehicle storage area
as set forth below. All motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats,
trucks, or trailers bearing such signs must be stored within this
vehicle storage area or in the enclosed building.
(3) Vehicular storage areas must be screened on all sides providing for
necessary ingress and egress by a solid eight (8) foot high masonry
wall. The landscape area outside the wall shall consist of a two (2)
foot high continuous hedge at the time of planting and a tree every
twenty (20) feet with a minimum height of twelve (12) feet and a
spread of six (6) feet at planting.
(4) All maintenance, washing, and repair must be within the enclosed
area.
11. Crating, packing, distribution, shipping, and soft drink bottling, including warehouse
storaize,
12. Auto towing subject to the following conditions:
a. Vehicular storage areas must be screened on all sides providing for necessary
ingress and egress by a solid eight (8) foot high masonry wall. The landscape
area outside the wall shall consist of a two (2) foot high continuous hedge at
the time of planting and a tree every twenty (20) feet with a minimum height
of twelve (12) feet and a spread of six (6) feet at planting.
13. Commercial transportation business including taxi dispatch, and bus and tram depot.
C Conditional uses. The following uses shall only be conditionally permitted in the industrial
park subject to the procedures and requirements provided elsewhere in this Declaration and
subject to the availability of sufficient flexibility for commercial uses as permitted by the
Comprehensive Plan.
All uses listed under Paragraph 11, B.(6) which are open to the general public and
offer retail services.
2. Health club and physical fitness facilities.
3. Stores which sell or rent new or used merchandise within an enclosed building,
whether or not sold or rented to the general public.
4. Hotels and motels.
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D. Uses prohibited. Except as specifically permitted in this division, the following uses are
expressly prohibited as either principal or accessory uses:
I . Foundry.
2. Drop forging.
3. Paint or varnish manufacture.
4. Oil compounding or barreling.
5. Die casting.
6. Livery stable, riding academy, or dude ranch.
7. Meat, poultry, fish, or slaughtering of same
8. Manufacture of asphalt, acids, carbon, disinfectants, poison, insecticides, and
batteries.
9. No open air storage of bulk materials is allowed. This prohibition does not apply to
storage of these materials in a warehouse, or fully enclosed within a masonry wall at
least six (6) feet in height. Stockpiles cannot be visible.
10. Institution for the housing, care, or treatment of sick, indigent, aged, or minor
persons.
11. Any other residential use other than a permitted accessory use or use permitted by
special exception.
12. Brewery.
13. Manufacturing or any storage of explosives.
14. Any business which is obnoxious because of dust, dirt, smoke, fumes, odors, noises,
vibrations, or radioactive wastes.
15. Motor freight terminals.
16. Storage of motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats, trucks, trailers, farm
equipment and parts thereof that would fit the definition of a "junkyard" as set forth
in chapter 30, code of ordinances for the city of Okeechobee.
E. Height. No building or structure shall be erected or altered to a height exceeding forth -five
(45) feet.
F. Setbacks.
I No building or roofed structure shall be located less than fifty (50) feet from any
street line nor less than twenty-five (25) feet from any plot line other than a street
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line.
2. No more than one-half (1/2) of the depth of any required setback area measured from
a street line or plot line may be used for parking and such parking shall be located on
the half of the required setback furthest from the street or front or plot line. The
balance of the setback area shall be landscaped and used for no other purpose.
3. All required setback areas, except where used for permitted parking, shall be
landscaped. A required landscaped area shall not be crossed by more than the
minimum of walkways and driveways necessary for access to the building.
4. Signs, light standards, and fences shall be permitted in required setback areas as
hereinafter specified.
G. Fences and walls. All fences and walls shall be constructed of concrete, masonry, or metal.
Metal fences shall be of the open -weave, chain -link type. Fences and walls shall not exceed
ten (10) feet in height. Fences and walls shall not be located within any setback area on a
street with the exception that a double frontage plot shall be perinitted to contain fences and
walls in the rear or secondary required setback area when provided with a twenty-five (25)
planting area adjacent to the street landscaped in conformance with this Declaration.
Notwithstanding the above, no fences or walls shall be located closer than fifty (5 0) feet to any
right-of-way of eighty (80) feet or greater in width.
H. Lighting. All necessary exterior lighting on the plot shall be so installed or shielded as not to
cause any nuisance to adjoining residential areas.
1. Vinimum landscaped open space. Each plot shall provide not less than twenty percent (20%)
of its area in landscaped open space.
Storage. There shall be no open outside storage of materials, supplies, products, equipment,
implements, motor vehicles, or machinery, unless area used for such outside storage is
effectively screened from direct view at ground level from any street or from adjacent property
as set forth herein.
K. Developmental standards. All developed property shall be landscaped, improved and
maintained in full conformity with all applicable requirements of the land development code.
All improved land shall be well -graded and free from underbrush and objectionable plant
growth. The fifty (50) feet closest to any public right-of-way shall be mowed periodically as
necessary to control natural grass growth. The balance of the site shall be kept free of debris
and shall not be used for storage or disposal of any objects or materials.
All property shall be kept clean and free from rubbish or debris.
All planted and landscaped areas shall be maintained in a neat, orderly, healthy, growing and
properly trimmed condition.
All buildings and structures shall be kept properly painted and protected from deterioration
and shall not be permitted to become dilapidated.
All driveways, walkways, parking areas, storage, and loading areas of developed property
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shall be well -graded and surfaced with asphaltic concrete or other equivalent hard, dustless
materials.
All electrical, telephone, gas, or other utility connections, or extensions or re -location thereof
shall be installed underground.
L. Performance standards.
No building or structure, or part thereof, shall be erected, in whole or in part, that is
obnoxious, objectionable, a nuisance or a hazard to adjoining properties, as they
relate to sound, vibrations, odors, glare, radioactive materials, smoke and particulate
matters.
2. Building facades facing roadways shall be designed to appear to be the fronts of
buildings. This provision shall apply to comer and double frontage lots.
M Noise. Every use shall be so operated as to comply with the maximum performance standards
governing noise described below. Objectionable noises due to intermittence, beat frequency
or shrillness shall be muffled or eliminated so as not to become a nuisance to adjacent uses.
Sound levels shall be measured with a sound level meter and associated octave band filter
manufactured according to standards prescribed by the American Standards Association.
Along property line abutting a
Along property line abutting an
Octave in bands
residential district between 8:00
Industrial or Commercial district
in cycles per
A.M. and 6:00 P.M.* Maximum
Maximum permitted sound level
second.
permitted sound level in decibels.
in decibels.
0-75
72
79
75- 150
67
74
150-300
59
66
300-600
52
59
600- 1200
46
53
1200-2400
40
47
2400-4800
34
41
Over - 4800
32
39
Permissible sound level between 6:00 P.M. and 8:00 A.M. shall be decreased by 3 decibels
for each of the Octave bands.
N. Vibration. Every use shall be so operated that ground vibration inherently and recurrently
generated is not perceptible, without instruments, at any point on the property line of the
property on which the use is located.
0. Smoke. Every use shall be so operated, as to prevent the emission of smoke, from any source
whatever, to a density greater than described as Number I on the Ringlemann Chart, provided
however, that smoke equal to, but not in excess of, that shade of appearance described as
Number 2 on the Ringlemann Chart may be emitted for a period or periods totaling four (4)
minutes in any thirty (30) minutes. For the purpose of grading the density of smoke, the
Ringlemann Chart as published and used by the United States Bureau of Mines, and which
is hereby made, by reference, a part of this Declaration, shall be the standard. All
measurements shall be at the point of emission.
P. Fumes, gases, vapors, dusts and acids. No person shall cause or allow the escape into the
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open air of such quantities of fumes, gases, vapors, dusts, and acids, in such place or manner
as to cause injury, detriment, or nuisance to the public, or to endanger the peace, comfort,
health or safety of the public, or in such manner as to cause or have a tendency to cause injury
or damage to business or property.
Tests required. Tests may be required by the Building Department for the purpose
of the abatement of fumes, gases, vapors, dusts, odors, etc., or any other nuisance
which may be present and which may come under the jurisdiction of the Building
Department. Such tests shall be made by the owner or his authorized agent, and they
shall be made in accordance with such procedures as may be accepted by a reputable
and recognized authority such as; American Society of Testing Materials, U. S.
Bureau of Mines, U. S. Public Health Service, the National Board of Fire
Underwriters, or others. The choice of such authority shall rest entirely with the
building department.
Nothing in these rules and regulations regarding tests conducted by and paid for by
the owner or his authorized agents shall be deemed to abridge the rights of the
Building Department to conduct tests of these installations on behalf of the County.
Industrial sewage and waste. The use of septic tank systems for discharge of effluent of
every nature shall not be permitted within the industrial park. Every use shall be so operated
as to prevent the discharge into any stream, lake, or the ground of any liquid, effluent, or
waste which shall be dangerous or discomforting to persons or animals or which will damage
plants or crops beyond the lot lines of the property on which the use is located, or which by
its nature would be not permitted by the Okeechobee Utility Authority or its successor in
interest into the solid waste/wastewater/sewerage system.
R. Odors. The emission into the outdoor air of any fume, gas, dust, mist, odor, smoke, or vapor,
or any combination thereof, of a character and in a quantity as to be detectable by a
considerable number of persons or the public, at any point beyond the property limits of the
premises occupied or used by the person or persons responsible for the source thereof so as
to interfere with health, repose or safety, or cause severe annoyance or discomfort, or produce
irritation of the upper regulations.
S. No person shall maintain or conduct or cause to be maintained or conducted, any parking lot
or use any real property for a private roadway unless such real property is covered or treated
with a surface or substance or otherwise maintained in such a manner as to minimize
atmospheric pollution.
T. Supplemental Development Regulations.
In addition to architectural control requirements as adopted from time to time by the City of
Okeechobee, the following additional standards shall apply:
Buildings. Buildings constructed on any Lot included in the initial platted park shall
be a modern design and constructed of modem materials. Exterior walls of each
building shall be finished with color -coated steel panels, built-up concrete, or
equivalent material such as concrete block with plaster or stucco finish, or brick. All
exterior walls fronting on any street shall be aesthetically pleasing, and if concrete
block, shall be given a veneer of either stucco, plaster, wood, or similar covering. The
gross area of any buildings located upon any lot shall be consistent with this PID
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District within each phase. When the construction of any building, is once begun,
work thereon must be prosecuted diligently and completed within a reasonable time.
If for any reason work is discontinued, and there is not substantial progress towards
completions for a continuous three (3) month period, the Developer, or its heirs and
successors, shall have the right to notify the Okeechobee City Council of its intention
herein, enter the premises and take such steps as might be required to correct an
undesirable appearance.
2. Loading, storage, and outside storage. Each parcel of the land devoted to site
development shall provide sufficient on -site loading facilities to accommodate site
activities, and all loading movement, including turn-arounds, shall be made off of the
public right-of-way. Loading docks shall be located and screened so as to minimize
their visibility from any street or other right-of-way. Screening of service areas,
loading docks and so forth may consist of any approved combination of earth
mounding, landscaping, walls and/or fencing. No materials, supplies or equipment
shall be permitted to remain outside of any building, unless approved by the
Architectural Review Board, in writing, in advance. However, tanks, motors, and
special industrial equipment will be permitted to remain outside of any building as
long as they are screened from the street and surrounding property, or in designated
areas approved by the Architectural Review Board. Rubbish and garbage facilities
shall be screened so as not to be visible from any street or right-of-way. The
maneuvering of trucks and trailers shall be confined to the extent practicable, to the
lot included in the Initial platted park where the trucks and trailers have business. To
the extent possible, all loading and unloading of trucks and trailers shall be done on
the premises of the lot and not within the streets, and regular loading areas and
facilities shall be located other than on the street side of the buildings and not be
visible from the street to the extent practicable. Bulk storage of liquids, including
gasoline, fuel oil, other petroleum products and other liquids, shall be stored inside
buildings or in underground containers located at a depth and area approved by the
Building Department. All storage shall be in compliance with applicable
governmental laws and regulations.
Sitefurniture. Site furniture and mechanical equipment visible from a street shall be
considered as landscape elements, and all site furniture, including exterior lighting
fixtures, shall be subject to the approval of the Architectural Review Board as
elsewhere herein provided.
4. Curb cuts. It is intended that curb cuts on boundary streets be minimized. Curb cuts
on boundary streets shall be at least one hundred (100) feet apart (center spacing), at
least fifty (50) feet from any street intersection, and a maximum of twenty-four (24)
feet in width, unless approved by the Architectural Review Board in writing, in
advance. Joint curb cuts may be developed to serve abutting parcels and are
favorably encouraged.
5. Building/mechanical equipment. All mechanical equipment, servicing buildings,
including roof mounted equipment, shall be enclosed or screened so as to be an
integral part of the architectural design.
6. Site grading. Site grading shall be subject to the approval of the Architectural
Planning Criteria.
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7. Parking. Parking on the streets in the initial platted park, or on additions thereto, is
strictly prohibited. All parking within the initial platted park or additions thereto shall
only be in designated and paved parking areas, according to design standards in
effect in the city.
8. Streets. All streets and roads shall be dedicated to the public.
9. Signs andgraphics. Signs and sign location within OKEECHOBEE COMMERCE
CENTER shall be subject to the review of the Architectural Review Board.,and shall
conform to the Architectural Planning Criteria and applicable Land Development
Regulations and City Codes. To minimize any detractive effects upon building
appearance and landscaping which may result from the erection of signs within the
initial platted park, signs shall be located flush on building exterior walls not
perpendicular to the wall surface; lettering may not be larger than four (4) feet high;
flashing signs, scrolling message signs, banners, or other sign not permanently affixed
of any kind are not permitted; and all signs shall conform to the applicable sign
regulations of Okeechobee County, Florida as the same now exists or as the same has
been or may hereafter be amended.
10. Exterior lighting. Exterior lighting is subject to the review of the Architectural
Review Board.,and should be in conformance with the Architectural Planning Criteria
and applicable city land development regulations and codes.
11. Landscaping. All landscaping is subject to the review of the Architectural Review
Board, and should conform to the Architectural Planning Criteria, and applicable city
land development regulations and codes.
12. Utilities. All electrical and telecommunication transmission lines within the initial
platted park other dian those existing on the date of this Declaration and those
hereafter installed by the Developer shall be installed and maintained underground.
The availability of water and wastewater service to the industrial park is subject to
the regulations and requirements ofthe Okeechobee Utility Authority, or its successor
in interest.
13. Rail Spur: The industrial park may be served by a rail spur adjacent to the railroad
right of way designated as Seaboard Railway on the plat of the park; said spur is
located at the Southwestern portion of the park. Its availability, use and extension
throughout the industrial park are uncertain, and no right or representation is made
as to its use by owners or tenants of the park. For those lots that may acquire use of
the spur, such use is subject to the codes and regulations of the City of Okeechobee,
and the railway company then operating the adjacent track leading to the spur. The
City reserves the right to extend or permit extension to the rail spur throughout the
park, and any cost assessments therefore shall be limited to those lot owners, tenants
or lessees who directly benefit from the spur by actual use of railway transportation
for goods and services in the conduct of their business within the park.
14. Maintenance. Buildings, landscaping, and other improvements shall be continuously
maintained so as to preserve as well kept appearance especially along the perimeters
of any Lot or other property. The Association shall from time to time inspect site and
landscape maintenance, and if not satisfied with the level of maintenance on a site,
shall notify the owner in writing. If within fifteen (15) days from notification,
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maintenance has not been brought to acceptable standards in conformance with the
following maintenance standards, the Association may order the work done at the
tenant's, grantee's, or lessee's expense and may treat the charges as an assessment.
The maintenance standards are as follows:
Trash. All trash and garbage shall be placed in designated containers, or
within the tenant's, grantee's, or lessee's contained service area and all trash
areas shall be screened and properly landscaped. The size of containers shall
reflect the capacity of the local agencies for trash removal. Yards and
landscape areas will be kept free of trash, leaves, and dead landscaping
materials.
2. Landscaping. All landscaping areas including sodded areas, shall be
regularly irrigated as required and shall receive regular maintenance
including trimming, minimum fertilization to protect wetlands, mowing and
replacement of diseased plant materials, as required. All irrigation systems
shall be underground, automatic, kept in good repair, and shall not discolor
any wall, sign surface or other structure. Perimeter landscaping shall be
maintained so as to avoid blight and preserve the beauty, quality, and value
of the initial platted park, and to maintain a uniform and sightly appearance.
The area between the building and the street shall be used for open
landscaping and green areas to the greatest extent possible, taking into
account necessary parking. All landscaping shall be completed within ninety
(90) days of the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy with respect to the
building constructed or erected on any lot and shall be subject to the
approval of the Building Department.
Parking lot and sidewalk. All parking lot, sidewalks, and other hard surface
areas shall be swept and cleaned regularly and cracks and damaged areas of
sidewalks shall be repaired or replaced as required. Damaged or eroding
areas of the asphalt parking surface shall be replaced as required and an
overall resurfacing of the parking area will be done as necessary. Broken
bumper stops and/or curbing shall be replaced as required and drainage
inlets, storm sewers and any surface drainage facilities shall be maintained
in good repair and shall remain clear of debris so as to enable the proper flow
of water. Each tenant, grantee, or lessee shall provide adequate off-street
motor vehicle and trailer storage for the tenant's, grantee's, or lessee's needs,
but, in any event, no less than that required by governmental regulations and
requirements. All driveways and parking areas shall be constructed or
asphalt or concrete product.
4. Lighting. Levels of light intensity in the parking areas of all exterior
walkways shall be maintained at safe levels and bulbs shall be replaced
expeditiously as failure occurs. Light standards shall be maintained in good
repair and shall be kept functional at all times.
5. Insurance.
1. Casualty insurance: All buildings and insurable improvements erected in
the park shall be insured for fire and extended coverage perils, excluding
foundation and excavation costs, at their maximum insurable replacement
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value, and all personal property located therein, including garage or bailee
coverage.
2. Public liability insurance: The owner or tenant shall obtain public liability
and property damage insurance covering the property and all improvements
thereon in such sums as may be set by ordinance or resolution of the City of
Okeechobee.
3. Worlanans Compensation: The owner or tenant shall obtain workmans
compensation coverage for its activities as provided by law and ch. 440
Florida Statutes and as amended.
4. Flood Insurance: The owner or tenant is subject to obtaining flood
insurance in the event the industrial park is or becomes designated by FEMA
or other federal agency as being within a recognized flood zone.
PARAGRAPH H1.
Easements, Reservations, Rights -of -Way and Additional Restrictions
I Easements, reservations and rights -of -way may be reserved by Declarant on or over said property or
any portion thereof in any contract or deed hereafter made.
2. Declarant may include in any contract or deed hereafter made, additional protective covenants and
restrictions not inconsistent with those contained here.
3. No other structure permitted by this Declaration shall be built, erected, or maintained upon any such
easements, reservations or rights -of -way, and said easements, reservations or rights -of -way shall, at
all times, be open and accessible to utility corporations who have obtained the written permission of
Declarant, who shall have the right of ingress and egress thereto and therefrom, and the right and
privilege of doing whatever may be necessary in, under, or upon said locations for the carrying out of
any of the purposes for which said easements, reservations, and rights -of -way are reserved or may
hereafter be reserved.
PARAGRAPH IV.
Scope of Covenants, Restrictions, Reservations, Servitudes, and Easements
All of the covenants, restrictions, reservations, servitudes and easements set forth in this Declaration
are imposed upon said property for the direct benefit thereof and of the City of Okeechobee, Florida thereof
as a part of the general plan of the development, improvements, and maintenance of said property. Each
grantee, lessee, tenant, assignee or successor in interest accepts the same subject to the covenants, restrictions,
reservations, servitudes and easements set forth in this Declaration, and agrees to be bound by each such
covenant, restriction, reservation, servitude and easements.
PARAGRAPH V.
Violations of Covenants, Restrictions, Reservations, Servitudes and Easements
A breach or violations of any of the covenants, restrictions, reservations, servitudes and easements
shall give to the Declarant the right to immediate entry upon the Property upon with said violation exists, and
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summarily to abate and remove, at the expense of the owner thereof, any erection, structure, building, thing
or condition that may be or exist thereon contrary to this Declaration, and to the true intent and meaning of the
provisions hereof, and the Declarant shall not thereby be deemed guilty of any manner of trespass for such
entry, abatement, or removal, nor shall the Declarant be liable for any violation of any covenant, restriction,
reservation, servitude and easement hereof, whether such covenant, restriction, reservation, servitude and
easement is violated in whole or in part, is hereby declared to be and to constitute a nuisance, and every remedy
allowed by law or equity against a nuisance, either public or private, shall be applicable against any such owner
or any parcel, and many be prohibited and enjoined by an injunction. Such remedy shall be deemed cumulative
and not exclusive.
Where an action, suit or otherjudicial proceedings is instituted or brought for the enforcement ofthese
covenants, restrictions, reservations, servitudes and easements, the losing party in such litigation shall pay all
expenses, including a reasonable attorney's fee, incurred by the other party in such legal proceeding.
PARAGRAPH VI.
Right to Enforce
The provisions contained in this Declaration shall bind and inure to the benefit of and be enforceable
by the Declarant or their legal representative, to enforce any of such covenants, restrictions, reservations,
servitudes and easements herein contained shall, in no event, be deemed a waiver of the right to do so thereafter,
unless otherwise herein provided.
PARAGRAPH VIEL
Assignment of Powers
Any and all rights and powers and reservations of the Declarant herein contained may be deeded,
conveyed or assigned to another corporation, co -partnership, or individual and upon such corporation, co-
partnership, or individual evidencing its consent in writing to accept such assignment and to assume such duties
and powers, providing always that shall operate the industrial park for a primarily public and not private
purpose; and it shall, to the extent of such deed, conveyance or assignment, have the same rights and powers,
and be subject to the same obligations and duties as are given to and assumed by Declarant herein and
thereupon Declarant shall be relieved of the performance of any further duty or obligation hereunder to the
extent of such deed, conveyance or assignment.
PARAGRAPH VM
Marginal Notes and Headings of Paragraphs
The marginal notes and headings as to the contents of particular paragraphs are inserted only as a
matter of convenience and for reference, and in no way are, or are they intended to be, a part of this
Declaration, or in any way define, limit, and describe the scope of intent of that particular section or paragraph
to which they refer.
PARAGRAPH IX.
The Various Parts of This Declaration are Severable
In the event any clause, initial platted park, term, provision or part of this Declaration shall be
adjudicated by Final Judgement of any Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, the
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remainder of this Declaration, and each and all of its terms and provisions not so adjudicated to be invalid or
unenforceable, shall remain in full force and effect, and each an all of the paragraphs, initial platted parks,
terms, provisions, or parts of this Declaration are hereby declared to be severable and independent of each
other.
PARAGRAPH X.
Amendment to Protective Covenants, Restrictions,
Reservations, Servitudes, and Easements
Declarant shall have the right to amend this Declaration so long as such amendment is not inconsistent
with or delude the overall plan or protection.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Declarant has signed and sealed this Declaration on the day
Of 2004.
OKEECHOBEE Crry CouNciL FOR
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
James E. Kirk, Mayor
City of Okeechobee
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
John R. Cook, City Attorney
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EXHIBIT 9
MAY 4,2004 AGENDA
April22,2004
Bill Veach, City Administrator
City of Okeechobee
55 SE Third Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
VIA FACSIMILE 863-763-1686
RE: City of Okeechobee
Commerce Park — Bridge
CAS Project No: 004)986
Dear Mr. Veach-
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CRAIG A SMITH & ASSOCIATES
CONSULTING ENGINEMS - PLANNERS - SURVEYORS - GRANT SPECIALISTS
On Wednesday, April 21, 2004 at 2 p.m. six (6) responsive bids were opened at City
Hall regarding the above referenced project. All bids were received prior to 2 p,m., as
reqWred for bidding the project. The following is the bid summary:
BIODER
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Drawdy Construction
2
Cone & Graham, Inc.
3
Murphy Construction Co.
14
Sheltra & Son Construction
5
Zep Construction, Inc.
6
Lucas Marine Construction
BID AMOUNT
$787,250.25
$837,364�31
$837,439.00
$840,160.17
$1,026,674.95
$1,088,708,00
Craig A. Smith & Associates (CAS) reviewed the bids and determined that Drawdy
Construction submitted the lowest responsive bid for this project in the amount of
$757.25025- Therefore, CAS recommends that Drawdy Construction, a firm
knowledgeable with this type of construction, be awarded the contract for this project.
Please advise CAS of the City's decision to award this project Upon receipt of the
City's decision to award this project, we will schedule a pre -construction meeting and
execute the Contract Documents and issue the Notice to Proceed.
242 Royal Palm Beach Boulevard, Royal Palm Beach, Florida 33411
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Commerce Park — Bridge
CAS Projed No 00-0986
April 22, 2004
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please call if we can be of further service. Thank you for your assistance and support
with this project.
Sincerely,
Craig A. Smith & Associates
Jay a
Director of construction Servims
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Nancy Phillips & Associates
James R, Orth, P.E., CAS
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MAv 4,2004 AGENDA
Indian River Crime Laboratory
at IRCC
2502 S. 35" Street, Building I
Fort Pierce, Florida 34981
Phone- (772) 462-3600
Fax: (772) 462-3642
FAX TRANSMISSION COVER SHEET
Date:
April 29, 2004
ro:
Robin Brock, Executive Secretary
Office of the City Administrator
Fax:
(863) 763-1686
Subject.
Interlocal Agreement
Sender:
Laurie Priva!eer
YOU SHOULD RECEIVE 12 PAGE(S), INCLUDING THIS COVER SHEET IFYOUDO
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Per our conversation, please note that Item #6, the Indemnity clause, is being deleted from the
Interlocal Agreement. An amendment to the agreement will be coming through at a later time.
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INTERLOCAL ArPEEMENT
THIS INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT made this_ day of
12003,
between the INDIAN RIVER COUNTY SHERIFF; the MARTIN COUNTY SHERIFF; the
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY SHERIFF; the ST. LUCIE COUNTY SHERIFF; the CITY OF
FELLSMERE, a Florida municipal corporation, the CITY OF FORT PIERCE, a Florida municipal
corporation; the TOWN OF INDIAN RIVER SHORES, a Florida municipal corporation; the
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, a Florida municipal corporation; the CITY OF PORT ST. LUCIE,
a Florida municipal corporation; the CITY OF SEBASTIAN, a Florida municipal corporation;
the TOWN OF SEWALUS POINT, a Florida municipal corporation: the CITY OF STUART,
a Florida municipal corporation; and the CITY OF VERO BEACH, a Florida municipal
corporation.
WHEREAS, Section 163.01, Florida Statutes, provides that local government units and
independent constitutional officers may cooperate by agreement to provide necessary and
essential public services, and
WHEREAS, the Indian River Crime Laboratory, hereinafter called "Crime Lab"
provides assistance to law enforcement agencies operating within the circuit; and,
WHEREAS, for a number of years the parties have coordinated the funding,
administration and management of the Crime Lab; and,
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WHEREAS, the parties desire to formally create the Indian River Crime Laboratory
Advisory Counci I (fhe"Crime Lab Counci I") and establish its responsibilities with regard to the
Crime Lcb:
WHEREAS, the parties further desire to transfer the responsibility for
administration and management of the Crime Lab to the St. Lucie County Sherif f, who agrees
to assume those responsibilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION of their mutual covenants ond promises,
the parties agree as follows:
This Agreement is entered into pursuant to Section 163.01, Florida Statutes,
Florida Interlocal Cooperation Act.
2. CREATION OF COUNCIL
Pursuant to Section 163.01, Florida Statutes, the parties hereby create and
establish the Indian River Crime Laboratory Advisory Council (the "Crime Lab Council")
composed of the following agencies authorized to vote on matters relating to *e operation
of the Crime Lab:
St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office
Indian River County Sheriff's Office
Martin County Sheriff's Off ice
Okeechobee County Sheriff's Off ice
Vero Becch Police Department
Fort Pierce Police Department
Sebastian Police Department
Sewall's Point Police Department
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Port St. Lucie Police Department
Indian River Shores Public Safety Department
Okeechobee Police Department.
Stuart Police Department
Fellsmere Police Department
It is the parties' express intent that the Crime Lab Council shall have sovereign immunity
pursuant to the provisions of Section 768.28, Florida Statutes.
3. COUNCIL RESPONSIBILMES
The Crime Lab Council and contributions from the State of Florida shall fund the
Crime Lab. The Council members will make contributions to the Crime Lab based on the
population of the member agency's jurisdiction and number of submissions. The formula used
will be determined by asimple majority vote of thecontributing Council members. The Crime
Lab Council will meet semi-annually. The first meeting will be to review and approve the
proposed budget. A second meeting will be held to review the activities of the Crime Lab and
receive a briefing by the St. Lucie County Sheriff about the budget status and other
pertinent issues facing the Crime Lab and/or its personnel.
The Crime Lab Council will have total discretion over expenditures. Upon
approval of these budget expenditures, it will be the responsibility of the St. Lucie County
Sheriff to manage these funds and make them available to the Crime Lab for operational and
capital expenses.
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4. ST. LUCIE COUNTY SHERIFF PESPONSIBILITIES
The parties ccknowledge that the St. Lucie County Sherif f shall administer and
manage the day to day operations of the Crime Lab. The St. Lucie County Sheriff shall also
manage the f fnances of the Crime Lab which shall include the preparation of a draft budget
f or submiss ion to the f unding agencies each f iscal year. The St. Lucie County Sherif f shall
arrange for an independent audit of the Crime Lab, During the term of this Agreement, all
employees of the Crime Lab shall be deemed to be employees of the St. Lucie County Sherif f.
5. TERM
The term of this agreement shall begin on the date first above written and
shall continue until terminated as set forth in Paragraph 7.
6. INDEMNITY
Subject to the provisions of Section 768,28, Florida Statutes, each of the
parties individually cgrees to indemnify and hold the 5t Lucie County Sherif f harmless f rom
and against any actions at low to recover damages in tort for money damages for injury or
loss of property, personal injury, or death arising out of this Agreement and caused by the
negligent or wrongf ul act or omission of any of their respective employees while acting within
the scope of his off ice or employment under circumstances in which the party, if a private
person, would be liable to the claimant, in accordance with the general laws of the State of
Florida.
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Subject to the provisions of Section 768.28, Florida Statute$, the St. Lucie
County Sherif f agrees to indemnify and hold the other parties harmless f rom and against any
actions at law to recover damages in tort for money damages for injury or loss of property,
personal injury, or death arising out of this Agreement and caused by the negligent or
wrongful act or omission of the St. Lucie County Sheriff or any employee of the St. Lucie
CountySheriff while acting within the scope of his off iceor employment under circumstances
in which the St. Lucie County Sheriff, if a private person, would be liable to the claimant, in
accordance with the general laws of the State of Florida.
7. TERMINATION
Any of the parties may terminate its participation in the Council and
responsibilities under this Agreement upon written notice to the other parties on or before
June V". Such termination shol I be ef f ective on October V" of the year in which the notice
is given. All responsibilities and obligations of the party under this Agreement shall
terminate at that time.
S. WHOLE AGREEMEN
This Agreement embodies the whole understanding of the parties. There are
no promises, terms, conditions or obligations other than those contained herein; and this
Agreement shall supersede all previous communications, representations, or c!qreements,
either verbal or written, between the parties hereto.
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9. AMENOMENTS
The Agreement may only be amended by a wrif ten document signed by all
parties and filed with the Clerks of the Circuit Court of Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee,
and St. Lucie Counties, Florida.
10. NOTICES
All notices or other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be
deemed duly given if delivered in person or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested,
and addressed ins follows:
If to St. Lucie County Sheriff:
St Lucie County Sheriff
4700 West Midway Road
Fort Pierce, Florida 34950-5652
If to Martin County Shcrif f -
Martin County Sheriff
800 SE Monterey Road
Stuart, Florida 34994
If to City of Fellsmere:
City Manager
21 S. Cypress Street
Fellsmere, Florida 32948
If to Town of Indian River Shores:
Town Manager
6001 N. A-1-A
Indian River Shores, Florida 32963
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If to Indian River County Sheriff -
Indian River County Sheriff
4055 41" Avenue
Vero Beach, Florida 32960-1808
If to Okeechobee County Sherifft
Okeechobee County Sheriff
504 NW Fourth Street
Okeechobee, Florida 34972
If to City of Fort Pierce:
City Manager
P.O. Box 1480
Fort Pierce, Florida 34954
If to City of Okeechobee:
City Manager
55 SE 3 d Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34974
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If to City of Port St. Lucie: If to Town of Sewell's Point:
City Manager
121 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, Fiorida 34984
If to City of Sebastian.'
City Manager
P.O. Box 780127
Sebastian, Florida 32978
If to City of Vero Beach:
City Manager
P.O. Box 1389
Vero Beach, Florida 32961
11. FILING
Town Manager
15, Sewall's Point Road
Sewall's Point, Florida 34996
If to City of Stuart:
City Manager
121 SW Flagler Avenue
Stuart, Florida 34994
This Agreement shall be filed with the Clerks of the Circuit Court of Indian
River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie Counties, Florida, prior to its ef f ectiveness.
IN WITNESS WHEP.EOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement an the
dates below written.
WITNESSES:
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ST. LUCIE COUNTY SHERIFF
BY :
Date,
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WITNESSES:
WITNESSES,
WITNESSES.
ATTEST:
Clerk
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INDIAN RIVER COUNTY SHERIFF
By:
Date:
MARTIN COUNTY SHERIFF
By:
Date;
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY SHERIFF
By -
Date:
TOWN OF FELLSMERE
By .
Mayor
Date:
Approved as to Form and Correctness:
By:
Town Attorney
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ATTEST -
Clerk
ATTEST,
Clerk
ATTEST:
Clerk
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CITY OF FORT PIERCE
By:
Mayor
Date:
Approved as to Form and Correctness -
By:
City Attorney
TOWN OF INDIAN RIVER SHORES
By:
Mayor
bate:
Approved as to Form and Correctness:
By:
Town Attorney
CITY OF OKEECHOBBEE
By:
Mayor
bate:
Approved as to Form and Correctness:
By:
City Attorney
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Clerk
ATTEST:
Clerk
ATTEST:
Clerk
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CITY OF PORT ST. LUCIE
By .
Mayor
bate:
Approved as to Form and Correctness:
By .
City Attorney
TOWN OF SEWALUS POINT
By:
Mayor
bate:
Approved as to Form and Correctness.
By:
Town Attorney
CITY OF SEBASTIAN
By;
Mayor
bate:
Approved as to Form and Correctness:
By;
City Attorney
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ATTEST: CITY OF STUART
Clerk
ATTEST.
Clerk
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By.
Mayor
Date:
Approved as to Form and Correctness:
By:
City Attorney
CITY OF VERO BEACH
By:
Mayor
Date:
Approved as to Form and Correctness'.
By:
City Attorney
ExHIBIT 1
MAV 4,2004 AGENDA
AFFILIATED COMPUTER SERVICES
SOFTWAREMARDWARE CONTRACT
1431 Tallevast Road, Sarasota, FL 34243 - (800) 800-0056
Date: Ai)ril 21, 2004
C CITY OF OKEECHOBEE FLORIDA
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Same as Client
L ATTN: ADMINISTRATOR
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1 55 S. E. 3 RD Ave.
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E Okeechobee, FL 34974
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N Contact: Mr. Bill Veach, Administrator
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Telephone:
T P.O. Number:
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Sales Rep: Royce Lain
Software App(ication
I
Purchase Price
Training
Training
Annual
Days
Price
SSA Price
CASA-SPECIAL ASSESSMENT SYSTEM
LICENSE Et SUPPORT AGREEMENT
Hardware Description
PerLe Controller S/N M31-9514-2
Software TOTAL 6667.92
Hardware TOTAL 400.00
Services Total
Commencement Date: 10/1/2004
Special Instructions:
Signed Client:
Purchase Price
Model/Feature Qty
3 PORT M31
555.66/MO
6667.92/YR
Total Total Annual
Amount HAS Price
33.33/MO
400-OO/YR
Totil �70bj_92
TraininR Discount
Total Grand Total S7067.92
Termination Date: 9/30/2005
ACS:
Date: Date:
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
SUBJECT: Status Report
DATE: April 28, 2004
FROM: Bill L. Veach, City Administrator
Below is a brief summary of past and upcoming events.
ADMINISTRATION GRIT — John Cook, Steve Robbins, Larry Brown and I will discuss GRIT's proposed
AND GENERAL settlement during a conference call tentatively scheduled for May I 01h.
SERVICES
Industrial Park — Bids for the construction of the bridge across Taylor Creek were
opened last week. The low bid of $787,250.95 is considerably higher than CAS's
$600,000.00 (approx) estimate. Gene Schriner indicates he is working with his staffto
discuss ways of reducing the total cost of the existing bridge proposal in order to meet
our budget needs. He will then determine whether or not to recommend awarding this
bid or re -bidding the bridge. This will be an item for the City Council's May 4th
meeting. We must reduce the cost ofthis item in order to have enough funding to build
the rail spur.
On another related note, Jim Orth will be leaving the company within the next 30 days.
Gene Schriner assures that he has a top-level replacement in mind. Jim has been the
lead engineer on this project since its inception.
Notice to Proceed will be issued to Ranger Construction for the road/sewer/water
portion of the project on April 291h. Work should begin within days thereafter.
John Cook is preparing documents for the sale of land to Robert Meyer. This will
come before the City Council on May 4th.
Downtown Streetscape Project — This project is moving forward, on schedule and a
Notice to Proceed has been issued to the contractor.
Impact Fees — There is currently nothing new to report on the issue of impact fees.
George Long reports he is still receiving information from surrounding counties who
have already implemented impact fees. When he is comfortable with the background
materials, we will proceed with developing an RFP.
ADMINISTRATION
OUA — OUA is planning a proposed new odor control facility near the old water
AND GENERAL
treatment facility on SE 6h Avenue. In order to construct the facility, they would need
SERVICES
to acquire a lot (Lot I on the comer of SE 7h Street and SE 6 th Avenue) from the City.
CONTINUED
John Cook is preparing a proposal for the City Council's consideration on May 40'.
Additionally, at last week's OUA/ County meeting, the new water treatment facility,
sewer capacity, water & sewer extensions and fimding of growth related infrastructure
were discussed. Officials fi7om. both OUA and the County asked that the City, County
and OUA meet jointly in workshop prior to the proposed six body
(DEP/DOT/OUA/SFWMD/County/City) meeting that Kim Shugar (DEP) is putting
together. A suggested date, time and place for the OUA/County/City workshop would
be Thursday, May 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Health Department.
PUBLIC WORKS
Donnie Robertson has begun modifications to the 4h Street boat ramp. The paving of
SW 15 1h Street, approved in early April by the City Council, has been completed. Upon
receipt of executed contracts from APAC, a pre -construction meeting and Notice to
Proceed will be given in regard to this year's street projects.
CODE
The Code Enforcement Board has found Marvin Brantley in violation of 7 sections of
ENFORCEMENT
Chapter 30 of the City's Code of Ordinances. The offenses range from illegally moored
boats in Taylor Creek to fencing issues, setbacks and accessibility requirements at his
junkyard -
FINANCE
Lola Parker continues working with the auditors in finalizing this year's audit. The
major missing component is the financial reports related to pensions, which must be
provided by OUA. This is an unfortunate annual occurrence that delays the completion
of our audit by several months.
POLICE
The Police Department is seeing a gradual return to normal with regard to traffic
DEPARTMENT
volume and incidents. They seem to be keeping quite busy with investigations on a
number of matters. They are taking part in a national program to distribute free gun
locks.
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FHZE
DEPARTMENT
C1TY ATTORNEY
Nopsisi.
Chief Tomey is finalizing details that will permit the installation of a new repeater
system for the department's radio transmissions. This should enhance communication
capabilities and improve safety for our on scene safety personnel.
The final numbers are in on the costs associated with the fire station renovations. The
total City Council approved budget for the project, including construction and
reftirbishing, was $468,000.00. The total of all fire station related expenditures was
$467,989.50. We had a little flexibility in the fact that some of the charges for electrical
work (such as new underground wiring and a new switchgear) were split between City
Hall and the Fire Station, as these were improvements to both facilities.
The following are included in the items I have asked Attorney Cook to address.
I . GRIT issues.
2. Legal issues related to the development and sale of land within the City's
Industrial Park.
3. Deed Restrictions for the Industrial Park.
4. Prepare documents related to OUA's acquisition of needed lot from City.
5. Recommendations related to reversionary action in alley closings, etc.
6. Hamrick Trust — John is in discussion with the County Attorney on this matter.
7. Research annexation issues.
8. LDR issues, such as conversion of former residential structures to commercial.
9. Marvin Brantley's continuing situation.
10. Revisions to Appointed Board Member selection and retention criteria.
11. Ordinance related to the commencement of sitework and clearing.
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