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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
MAY 18,2004 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SUMMARY OF COUNCIL ACTION
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor:
May 18, 2004, Regular City Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
Ill. OPENING CEREMONIES:
Invocation given by Pastor Duane Eatman, Treasure Island Baptist 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
Secretary Kim Barnes
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - Mayor.
A. Recognize Phil Conroy for 10 years of service with the City
B. Recognize Keith Tomey for 25 years of service with the City
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Mayor Kirk called the May 18, 2004 Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Duane Eatman of Treasure Island Baptist Church;
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Kirk.
City Clerk Gamiotea called the roll:
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Mr. Phil Conroy was presented with a jacket and Certificate of Longevity in honor of his 10 years of service.
Fire Chief Tomey was presented with a $500.00 Service Award and Plaque for his dedicated 25 years of service.
Chief Tomey will be retiring May 20, 2004. Mayor Kirk will be presenting him with his retirement plaque on May 22,
2004. He introduced his wife Kathy, otherfamily members present and thanked the Council for the opportunity to work
for the City.
Chief Tomey then presented incoming Fire Chief, Herb Smith, with his official name plate and requested he take his
place at the Department Head table.
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AGENDA
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS CONTINUED.
C. Proclaim the week of May 22 through 28, 2004 as "Safe Boating
Week."
D. Proclaim May 29, 2004 as "Poppy Day."
V. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of
Council Action for the May 4, 2004 Regular Meeting.
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Mayor Kirk proclaimed the week of May 22 through 28, 2004 as "Safe Boating Week" and read the following
proclamation in it's entirety as follows: 'WHEREAS, recreational boating is fun and enjoyable. We are fortunate
thatwe have sufficient resources to accommodate thewidevarletyof pleasure boating demands. While being
a marvelous source of recreation, boating to the unprepared can be a risky sport. Not knowing or obeying
the Navigation Rules, drinking alcohol or taking drugs while operating a boat or choosing not to wear a life
jacket are all examples of lack of properjudgment. One particular behavlorthat can reduce, by approximately
80%, the number of boaters who lose their lives by drowning each year, is the wearing of a life jacket; and
WHEREAS, a significant number of boaters who lose their lives by drowning each year would be alive today
had they wom their life jackets; and WHEREAS, modem life jackets are more comfortable, more attractive and
more wearable than styles of years past and deserve a fresh look by today's boating public. NOW
THEREFORE, 1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee,
Florida, do hereby support the goals of the North American Safe Boating Campaign and proclaim May 22
through 28, 2004 as "National Safe Boating Week" and the start of the year-round effort to promote safe
boating. I urge all of those who boat to "Boat Smart from the Start" by wearing a life jacket and practicing safe
boating habits. The proclamation was accepted by Fred Sterling and members of the Auxiliary Coast Guard. Mr.
Sterling thanked the Mayorforthe proclamation and invited everyoneto a boating coursescheduled forThursday, May
20, 2004 and an open house at their new facility at Okee Tanie.
Mayor Kirk proclaimed May 29, 2004 as "Poppy Day" and read the following proclamation in it's entirety as follows:
"WHEREAS, America is the land of freedom, preserved and protected willingly and freely by citizen soldiers;
and WHEREAS, millions who have answered the call to arms have died on the field of battle; and WHEREAS,
a nation at peace must be reminded of the price of war and the debt owed to those who have died in war; and
WHEREAS, the red poppy has been designated as a symbol of sacrifice of lives in all wars; and WHEREAS,
the American Legion Auxiliary has pledged to remind America annually of this debt through the distribution
of the memorial flower. NOW THEREFORE, 1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor
of the City of Okeechobee, do hereby proclaim the 29th day of May 2004 as "Poppy Day" and ask that all
citizens pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom by wearing the
Memorial Poppy on this day." Leah Fennell from American Legion Post 64 Auxiliary was present and accepted the
proclamation.
Council Member Chandler moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the
May 4, 2004 Regular Meeting; seconded by Council Member Williams. There was no discussion on this item.
AGENDA
V. MINUTES CONTINUED,
A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of
Council Action for the May 4, 2004 Regular Meeting continued.
VI. WARRANT REGISTER - City Administrator.
A. Motion to approve the April 2004 Warrant Register:
General Fund ............................ $1,370,583.03
1 Industrial Development Fund ...... * .......... $101,343,35
Public Facility Improvement Fund ............... $10,234.46
VII. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's
agenda. 1�
IVill. OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor.
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VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Council Member Watford moved to approve the April 2004 Warrant Register in the amounts: General Fund, one
million, three hundred seventy thousand, five hundred eighty-three dollars and three cents ($1,370,583.03); Industrial
Development Fund, one hundred nine thousand, three hundred forty-three dollars and thirty-five cents ($109,343.35);
Public Facility Improvement Fund, ten thousand, two hundred thirty-four and forty-six cents ($10,234.46); 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.
Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on the agenda.
There were none.
MAYOR KIRK OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION AT 6:17 P.M.
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AGENDA
Vill. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
A. 1. a) Motion to read by title only 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
Attorney (Exhibit 1).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 856 by title only.
2. a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 856 (Planning Board
recommends approval).
b) Public comments and discussion.
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Council Member Watford moved to read by title only 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.
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 TRACTOFLAND MOREPARTICULARLYDESCPJBED HEREIN, FROMHOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICT
TO HEA VYCOMMERCIAL (CHV) ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING THEZONING MAPACCORDINGL Y, PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITYAND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.."
Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 856; seconded by Council Member Chandler.
Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any comments or questions from the public. There were none.
The proposed 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 designation
on an unplatted parcel of land, from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
The vacant property is a seven -acre 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-q u after of the Southeast -quarter lying North of State Road 70
(Ft. Pierce Road), in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, less the following: Beginning at the Southwest
corner of the East -half of the Southwest-q u after of the Southeast -quarter of said Section 15, run North 594 feet,
AGENDA
Vill. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
IA. 2. b) Public comments and discussion continued.
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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.
The 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.
Plannina Staff ReDort Analvsls: (1) If the Future Land Use Map Amendment (No. 04-002-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. 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 Planning Board meeting. Clerk Gamiotea reported by memorandum in Exhibit
One that all the fee's have been paid, the appropriate advertisements were published and posted, surrounding
property owners were notified with no response to date.
Council Member Watford noted that this was discussed at length at the first reading and agreed this was an
appropriate location for a commercial type 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. 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 Attorney (Exhibit
2).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 857 by title only
2. a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 857 (Planning Board
recommends approval).
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
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. 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 TRACTOFLAND MOREPARTICULARL YDESCPJBED HEREIN, FROMHOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICT
TO HEA VYCOMMERCIAL (CH10 ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING THEZONING MAPACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING
FOR CONFUCTS, SEVERABILITYAND AN EFFECTIVE DATE."
Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 857; seconded by Council Member Chandler.
AGENDA
Vill. 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.
The proposed Ordinance, No. 857, pertains to Rezoning Application No. 04-002-R submitted by D.R. Willson Land
Company on behalf of the property owners, James Crow and Charles Farmer. The request is to change the zoning
district designation on platted and unplatted contiguous parcels of land, from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
The 3.46 acre property is made of three parcels (identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 0-0000, 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, of Block
4, Price Addition to Okeechobee City, according to the plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 17, public records
of Okeechobee County, Flodda. The alleyway running East to West in Block 4. The now abandoned street known as
Northeast 2nd Street between Northeast 12" and 13 1h Avenues. Commence at the Northeast corner of the Southwest -
Quarter of the Southeast -Quarter of Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East; thence run South 00* 18'26" East
along the Easterly line thereof, 668.71 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue South 00* 18'26 East, 276.28
feet to the Northeast corner of Price Addition, thence run South 89*50'34 West, along the Northwest line thereof,
336.76 feet to the Northwest corner of said Price Addition; thence run North 00* 17'46 West along the West line of the
East -half of the Southwest-Qu after of the Southeast -Quarter of said Section 15, a distance of 273.38 feet; thence run
North 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.
Plannina Staff Analysis: (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 under 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) 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) 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.
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AGENDA
VIII. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
B. 2. b) Public comments and discussion continued.
c) Vote on motion.
C. 1. a) Motion to read by title only 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 Attorney (Exhibit 3).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
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 Planning Board meeting. Clerk Gamiotea reported by memorandum in Exhibit
Two that all the fee's have been paid, the appropriate advertisements were published and posted, surrounding
property owners were notified with no response to date.
Council briefly discussed the research provided by Clerk Gamiotea in regards to two dedicated roads on each side
of Block 4. Those roads are Northwest 12" Avenue, which is a 25-foot wide roadway. The other is Northeast 13t'
Avenue, which is the City Limits. Mr. Willson advised he was aware of those dedicated streets and understood he
would have to address those during site planning with the Technical Review Committee.
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. 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.
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Vill. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
C. 1. c) City Attorney to read proposed ordinance by title only.
2. a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 858 (Planning Board
recommends approval).
b) Public Comments and Discussion.
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Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITYOF 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 (CH10 ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITYANDAN EFFECTIVE DATE."
Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 858; seconded by Council Member Chandler.
Mayor Kirk asked whether there were any questions or comments from the public. There were none.
The proposed Ordinance, No. 858, pertains to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by D.R. Willson Land
Company on behalf of the property owners, Charles and Myrna Farmer. The request is to change the zoning district
designation on an unplatted parcel of land, from Holding to Heavy Commercial. The vacant property is a 5.06
(Identification No. 2-15-37-35-OAOO-000 11 -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: All that part of the North 668.71 feet of the
East -half of the East -half of the Southwest-Quarterof the Southeast -Quarter of Section 15, Township 37 South, Range
35 East, less and except the North 50 feet thereof.
Plannin Staff Analvsls: (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.
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AGENDA
Vill. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
C. 2. b) Public Comments and Discussion continued.
c) Vote on motion.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING - Mayor.
IX NEW BUSINESS.
A. Consider award of contract related to the construction of a lift
station in the Commerce Center - Gene Schriner (Exhibit 4).
CORRECTION: Bid Award amount was one hundred
thirty-six thousand, nine hundred fifty-two dollars
and zero cents ($136,952.00).
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
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. Clerk Gamiotea reported by memorandum in Exhibit Three that all the fee's have been paid,
the appropriate advertisements were published and posted, surrounding property owners were notified with no
response to date.
Council Member Watford stated his concern was creating an access problem and questioned whether all of the parcels
were going under one ownership.? Mr. Wilson was in attendance and responded that he planned on it, he was aware
that he would be working closely with the Department of Transportation. There are several curb -cuts to various parcel
and DOT was going t be looking at the project in its entirety before they would grant appropriate entrances and exists
of the property onto State Road 70 East (North Park Street).
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
MAYOR KIRK CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:31 P.M.
Council MemberWilliams moved to award the Commerce Center Lift Station Bid No. PW-06-10-04-04to Crews.
Construction in the amount of one hundred thirtv-five thousand, nine hundred fifty-two dollars ($135,952.00);
seconded by Council Member Markharn. Mr. Gene Schriner of Craig A. Smith and Associates, the engineering firm
overseeing the project, addressed the Council stating that the initial bid which included the lift station, came in very
high, therefore they rebid it separately. The low bidder was Crews Construction, he noted that CAS had never worked
with this company, but they had submitted a complete bid, and their bid bond had been executed properly.
AGENDA
IX. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
A. Consider award of contract related to the construction of a lift
I station in the Commerce Center continued.
B. Motion to approve a request for a Temporary Use Permit
Application lee Waiver, submitted by Regions Bank - Melanie
Anderson, VP, Banking Center Manager (Exhibit 5).
C. Consider preliminary plat approval of Morgan Manor - Mark
Troendle, Applicant (Exhibit 6).
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Mr. Schriner also reported that the bridge contractor will be able to build with 18-inch pilings and the $140,000.00
savings that was needed, will in fact happen. The project is proceeding well.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Council Member Chandler moved to approve a requestfor a Temporary Use Permit Application Fee Waiver, submitted
by Regions Bank to hold a Community Celebration at 305 East North Park Street on May 22, 2004 from 11:00 a.m.
to 2:00 p.m.; seconded by Council Member Williams.
Council discussed the request to waive the $175.00 fee noting that waivers in the past have been approved for
churches, clubs, or other social organizations, not businesses. Waiving the fee for a for -profit business to hold a
community carnival trying to attract business would set a precedence the Council did not want to set. There was a
reason the fee was put in place for this type of permit, it serves its purpose and the Council could not find justification
to waive it. They also noted that they did not object to the event, however, the fee would have to be paid
VOTE
KIRK - NAY
CHANDLER - NAY
MARKHAM - NAY
WATFORD - NAY
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION DENIED.
Presented in Exhibit Six were the necessary application and documents required to present a preliminary plat for
Council approval. The project is an eight -acre parcel located in the Southeast section between the 800 block of
Southeast 91h Avenue and the City Limits, North of Blue Heron Golf and Country Club. Mr. Lorris Asmussen, the Project
Engineer was present to address questions.
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AGENDA
IX NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
C. Consider preliminary plat approval of Morgan Manor continued.
D. Consider a request made by Okeechobee Jaycees, Inc. to
contribute $1,000.00 for this year's 4t' of July fireworks display -
Margaret Bowers, President (Exhibit 7).
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
It was noted that the project presented, "Morgan Manor," could change ownership, and would be renamed "Brentwood
Estates." The development will consist of fifteen lots, ranging in size from .35 ace to .65 acre. The only road that is
proposed is an extension of Southeast 1 01h Street, and will dead-end at a cul-de-sac. The project calls for a home
owners association with deed restrictions and will be a gated community.
The Technical Review Committee discussed the pre -application at their April 7, 2004 meeting, and noted the
necessary changes in their motion. These changes were the basis for approval of the project. (1) Road be aligned with
existing 10" Street. (2) A fire hydrant needs to be installed at the entrance to the development and half way along 10`
Street. These hydrants need to be identified on the site plan. (3) Sidewalks at least on one side of the street. (4) Re -
size Lots 1 and 7 to meet minimum lot size requirements for a Residential Single Family-1 Zoning District. (5) Water
and Wastewater system needs to be shown on site plan. Attorney Cook needs to determine responsibility of
wastewater pumps for each property. (6) Cul-de-sac needs to be 100 feet in diameter and entire footage paved. (7)
Culvert pipes need to be metal and at least 15 feet by 20 feet in size.
Council Member Watford moved to aDDrove a vellminary Diat for Moroan Manor: seconded bv Council
Member Markham.
The next step in the platting process will be for the developer to finalize all documents, data and construction plans
and submit them for a final plat approval, to be considered at a final public hearing before the City Council.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
The Jaycee's requested two thousand dollars from the City for the 4 1h of July Fireworks Festival. Mr. Bo Bowers, oi
the Okeechobee Jaycees was present to answer any questions that the Council had. Mayor Kirk questioned whethef
money was available in the budget to meet the request? Administrator Veach answered, yes. However, thE
Administrator noted, the City Council has only $1,000.00 actually budgeted for such requests. The Jaycee's havE
been the only organization to request any funds to date.
AGENDA
IX NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
D. Consider a request made by Okeechobee Jaycees, Inc. to
contribute $1,000.00 for this year's 4" of July fireworks display
continued.
E. Discussion related to participation with the County and Okeechobee
Utility Authority in hiring a lull time grant writer,
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COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Council Member Williams moved to aDDrove a reauest made by Okeechobee Jaycees. Inc. to contribute
$1.000.00 for this vear's Forth of July Fireworks Festival: seconded by Council Member Chandler.
VOTE
KIRK - YEA
CHANDLER - YEA
MARKHAM - YEA
WATFORD - YEA
WILLIAMS - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
Discussion regarding the City's participation with the County and Okeechobee Utility Authority (OUA) to hire a full-time
grant writer began with Council Member Watford stating he thought the workshop held with the OUA and County on
May 13 was very productive. He expressed his concerns that should the other two entities want to hire a grant writer,
the City would not receive an equal share of the benefit since we currently have a grant writer, nor does the City have
the amount of projects that would require the grant writer to do as much for them. He wanted to continue in the
direction of better utilizing the consultants that we have. We, the three entities have what it takes to accomplish what
needs to be done. The problem is, we all have a good idea what needs to be done, but no solid data to support it. We
know we are going to have to request some assistance from the State Legislature, and other governmental agencies.
They will want documented data. He stated that while he was not speaking against hiring a grant writer, and he
understood why the OUA and County felt they need that type of position. However, considering we all use the same
consultants, and if we all went to them and said this is what we want you to work on, they (the consultants) know our
situation and we could get there (to the solution) quicker.
Council Member Watford continued, we, the City, are but one of the three, should the other two want to go through
with hiring the grant writer, the City will have to work with them, Whatever it will take to accomplish the goal, the
quickest is the way we need to go. The City does not have a real need to pay one-third of a grant writers salary. He
noted he would not support that because the City would not get one-third of the employees'time nor one-third of the
grants. There is also the argument that the City needs wastewater capacity to be able to grow, The only project we
have is the commerce center, and we have that project proceeding well. If we all push together, in the direction to steer
the existing consultants, who just happen to work for all three entities, to have them focus on obtaining grants or
funding to compensate the expansion of a wastewater treatment plant, it would work.
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AGENDA
IX NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
E. Discussion related to participation with the County and Okeechobee
Utility Authority in hiring a full time grant writer continued.
F. Recess from the regular meeting to enter into an Executive Session
for discussion of a pending litigation - Mayor.
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Council Member Markham added that he agreed with Council Member Watford. If the three would come to an
agreement, and instruct them to work on a main project, they would know what to work on. Administrator Veach added
that Attorney Cook had recently researched the Florida Statutes for requirements of sharing an employee, and that
it could be for two years only. The employee would have to become sole employee of one entity at the end of that time
period.
Mayor Kirk's comments were that should at grant writer be hired, we will reach a point that one entity will have to be
the boss of that person. That is one concern. The City has built a good relationship with the County and a pretty good
one with the OUA and we do not want to jeopardize that. We need a plan that tells us how we are going to fix it, what
it is going to cost, and how we are going to handle it in the future to keep this from happening again. Should the
decision be to hire a grant writer, it will put the City in an uncomfortable situation.
Final comments were added by Council Member Chandler expressing his agreement with Council Members Watford
and Markham. We have two grant writers, get their opinion what needs to be done and how to do it, everyone knows
them, State and Federal legislatures. Council Member Williams added that he would like to see the OUA take the lead
on this since this is their "business." We need a united front of all three entities when we go to DEP, SFWMD, State
and Federal representatives so that we are all saying the same thing in order to get this money. If we do not get the
money, we are going to have a lot of people upset and will want answers. We may not like the way we have to do it
to get it done, but we may have to go along with them and give them all the support we can.
Discussion ensued with Council, County Commissioner Hazellief and Economic Director Joey Hoover. Council
instructed Administrator Veach to stay in close touch with County Administrator Long and whatever is necessary to
make this a priority they will do, call special meetings, workshops, etc. Solving the problem, moving to obtain grants
to assist with expanding the Wastewater Treatment Plant is very important and time is a big issue. Commissioner
Hazellief thanked the Council for their comments, and that it may be possible that hiring a grant writer might not be
the way to handle this problem at this time. Everyone was in agreement that once the entities get through this initial
emergency state for the capacity, that a three, five and/or ten year master plan with documented statistics to back up
that plan, with a list of priorities to keep this from happening again, needs to be done and maintained.
At 7:54 p.m. the Mayor called the regular meeting to recess. Those only to remain in the room are Mayor Kirk, Council
Members Chandler, Markham, Watford and Williams, Administrator Veach, Attorney Cook and a Court Reporter. ThE
discussion will be confined to settlement negotiations or strategies relating to litigation expenditures concerning thE
pending lawsuit with Grit Insurance.
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AGENDA
IX. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
G. Motion to close Executive Session and reconvene Open Session -
Mayor.
X. 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 solee purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk
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MAY 18, 2004 - REGULAR MEETING - PAGE 15 OF 15
COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
The court reporter's transcript will be made part of the public record upon conclusion of the litigation. All transcripts
are filed in the Office of the City Clerk. Mayor Kirk closed the Executive Session and reconvened the open regular
session at 8:23 p.m.
There being no further items on the agenda, Mayor Kirk adjourned the May 18, 2004 regular meeting at 8:24 p.m. The
next regularly scheduled meeting is June 1, 2004. A joint City, County and OUA workshop has been scheduled for
May 27, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. in the County Health Department Annex Building located on Northwest V Avenue.
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE - MAY 18,2004.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - HANDWRITTEN MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor: Kirk. Mav 18, 2004, Citv Council Reaular Meetina, 6:00 D.m.
11. OPENING CEREMONIES: Invocation aiven bv Pastor Duane Eatman. Treasure Island Bar)tist
Church; Pledae of Alleaiance led bv Mavor Kirk
Ill. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk.
Present Absent
Mayor James E. Kirk
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
Secretary Kim Barnes
X
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - Mayor.
A. Recognize Phil Conroy for 10 years of service with the City.
Received jacket and certificate.
B. Recognize Keith Tomey for 25 years of service with the City.
Received $500.00 and plaque.
Passing of the name plate holder to next chief, herb smith who took his place with the department head
seating.
C. Proclaim the week of May 22 through 28, 2004 as "Safe Boating Week." (1)
Mayor Kirk proclaimed the week of May 22 through 28, 2004as "Safe Boating Week" and read the following
proclamation in it's entirety as follows: WHEREAS, recreational boating is fun and enjoyable. We are
fortunate that we have sufficient resources to accommodate the wide variety of pleasure boating demands.
While being a marvelous source of recreation, boating to the unprepared can be a risky sport. Not knowing
or obeying the Navigation Rules, drinking alcohol or taking drugs while operating a boat, or choosing not to
wear a life jacket are all examples of lack of proper judgment. One particular behavior that can reduce, by
approximately 80%, the number of boaters who lose their lives by drowning each year, is the wearing of a life
jacket; and WHEREAS, a significant number of boaters who lose their lives by drowning each year would be
alive today had they worn their life jackets; and WHEREAS, modern life jackets are more comfortable, more
attractive and more wearable than styles of years past and deserve a fresh look by today's boating public.
NOW THEREFORE, 1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of
Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby support the goals of the North American Safe Boating Campaign and proclaim
May 22 through 28, 2004 as "National Safe Boating Week" and the start of the year-round effort to promote
safe boating. I urge all of those who boat to "Boat Smart from the Start" by wearing a life jacket and practicing
safe boating habits. Accepted by Fred Sterling and the Auxiliary Coast Guard members. Mention well have
boating course this thrusday, open house at new facility at okee tanie. Thanks for the proclamation.
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D. Proclaim May 29, 2004 as "Poppy Day. " (2)
Mayor Kirk proclaimed May 29, 2004as "Poppy Day" and read the following proclamation in it's entirety as
follows: WHEREAS, America is the land of freedom, preserved and protected willingly and freely by citizen
soldiers; and WHEREAS, millions who have answered the call to arms have died on the field of battle; and
WHEREAS, a nation at peace must be reminded of the price of war and the debt owed to those who have died
in war; and WHEREAS, the red poppy has been designated as a symbol of sacrifice of lives in all wars; and
WHEREAS, the American Legion Auxiliary has pledged to remind America annually of this debt through the
distribution of the memorial flower. NOW THEREFORE, 1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in
me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, do hereby proclaim the 29th day of May 2004 as "Poppy Day" and
ask that all citizens pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom by
wearing the Memorial Poppy on this day.
Accepted by Lea Fennell of the American Legion Post 64 Auxiliary.
V. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Council Member NC moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action
for the May 4, 2004 Regular Meeting; seconded by Council Member CW.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK
x
CHANDLER
x
MARKHAM
x
WATFORD
x
WILLIAMS
x
MOTION: CARRIED.
VI. WARRANT REGISTER - City Administrator.
A. Council Member Watford moved to approve the April 2004 Warrant Register in the amounts: General
Fund one million, three hundred seventy thousand, five hundred eighty-three dollars and three cents
($1,370,583.03); Industrial Development Fund one hundred nine thousand, three hundred forty-three
dollars and thirty-five cents ($109,343.35); Public Facility Improvement Fund ten thousand, two
hundred thirty-four and forty-six cents ($10,234.46); seconded by Council Member Markham.
DW - gen fund, a CD rolled over, reason for large amount, PFIF, to Okee County, street paving split. CAS -
include some of th eaddtional we'd approved, collective payments owed, industrial devel, extra out of General
Fund.
VOTE
KIRK
CHANDLER
MARKHAM
WA FORD X
WILLIAMS X
MOTION: CARRIED
YEA
X
X
X
NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
VI. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda, None.
VII. OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor 6:17 PM
A. 1. a) Council Member Watford moved to read by title only 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
Attorney (Exhibit 1); seconded by Council Member Williams.
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT,
KIRK X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM X
WATFORD X
WILLIAMS X
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MOTION: CARRIED.
c) Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 856 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITYOFOKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OFOKEECHOBEE
BYREZONINGACERTAINTRACTOFLANDMOREPARTICULARLYDESCPJBEDHEREIN, FROM
HOLDING (H) ZONINGDISTRJCTTOHEAVYCOMMERCIAL (CHIOZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING
THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING FOR CONFUCTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. ty
2.a) Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 856 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
b) Public comments and discussion. None.
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 corner fo the East -half of the Southwest quarterof 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.
Plannina Staff ReDort Anallnis: (1) If the Future Land Use Map Amendment (No. 04-002-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. 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.
DW - discussed at length last meeting, good location, no public response.
C) Vote on motion.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK X
CHANDLER X
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MARKHAM X
WATFORD X
WILLIAMS X
MOTION:
CARRIED — DENIED
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B.1.a) Council Member Watford moved to read by title only 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 Attorney (Exhibit 2); seconded by Council Member Williams.
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM X
WATFORD X
WILLIAMS X
MOTION: CARRIED.
C) Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 857 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITYOF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE
BYREZONINGA CERTAIN TRACTOFLANDMOREPARTICULARLYDESCRIBEDHEREIN, FROM
HOLDING (H) ZONINGDISTRICTTO HEAVYCOMMERCIAL (CH10 ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING
THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE."
2.a) Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 857 (PlanningBoard
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
b) Public comments and discussion. None.
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
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 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 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue S 00* 1826 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* 1 T46 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.
Mr. LaRue, briefly addressed the Council, Planning Staff Report reflects that this parcel already has a Future
Land Use designation of Commercial. Plannina Staff Analysis: (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
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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) 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) 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.
Markham - 12 and 13 Avenue issue
tonight is zoning issue, development issues, streets and rights of ways will be handled through TRC, came
back before us it would be in form of a plat issue
Markham - just wnat them to be aware of them and they will come into play, last meeting we brought it up and
clerk responded, thought they should be issued.
Even though existing - they will have to be brought up to current code when they are addressed by developer.
Dw - that was my concern, will have to add some dedication to existing easement.
Markham -
Watford - looks like it includes that right of way and we need to clarify that it is not a parcel of land, but an
existing right of way.
Kirk - staff will address as appropriate
Rob Willson - one street, west 25'will most likely come back before you, there's 9 curb cuts to the properties,
DOT will not allow, city/county street will continue that street, we are aware there will a lot of issues we will all
have to work together on. The physical location of 12 1h will not work as it is now. As we go forward, we think
it will be something you all will like, working closely with Mr. Veach. Well aware of it.
C) Vote on motion.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM X
WATFORD X
WILLIAMS X
MOTION: CARRIED.
C.I.a) Council Member Watford moved to read by title only 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
Attorney (Exhibit 3); seconded by Council Member Williams.
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM X
WATFORD X
WILLIAMS X
MOTION: CARRIED.
C) Attorney Cook read proposed ordinance by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY
REZONINGA CERTAIN TRACTOFLAND MORE PARTICULARLYDESCRIBED HEREIN, FROM
HOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICTTOHEAVYCOMMERCIAL (Ch%9 ZONINGDISTRICT, AMENDING
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THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN
EFFECTIVEDATE."
2.a) Council Member Markham moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 858 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
b) Public Comments and Discussion. None.
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-000 11 -0000) located on the North side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), across from the
United States Post Office.
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. Planninq 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 forthis 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.
Watford, same road, all parcels going under one ownership, Rob - we plan for it. Watford, if not, it will create
an access problem. Markham east of 13 1h Avenue all the way to 51h street when they do look at that, may be
something to continue, permanent road (13t' Avenue), might be good to make sure road in before approving
building plans. Kirk, developer is aware of it. As long as we've talked about it they are aware of it.
C) Vote on motion.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM X
WATFORD X
WILLIAMS X
MOTION: CARRIED — DENIED
MAYOR KIRK CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:31 P.M.
Vill. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Council Member Williams moved to award the Commerce Center Lift Station Bid PW-06-10-04-04
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Crews Construction in the amount of $135,952.00 - Gene Schriner (Exhibit 4); seconded by Council
Member Markham.
Gene Shriner, bid lift station with commerce center, lift station in very high, let on separate bid, low bidder was
crews construction, recommend the bid be awarded bid complete, don't know them
working with bridge contractor, can do 18inch pling, coming back with change order, we're getting there.
We have not worked with them. Don't know anything about them, but they submitted a complete bid and are
the low bidder. Bid bond
Kirk, don't think we have any concerns at this time.
VOTE
YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK
X x
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM
X
WATFORD
X
WILLIAMS
X
MOTION: CARRIED.
B. Council Member Chandler to approve a request for a Temporary Use Permit Application Fee Waiver,
submitted by Regions Bank - Melanie Anderson, VP, Banking Center Manager (Exhibit 5); seconded
by Council Member Williams.
Markham, the waivers have mostly been churches, clubs, social organizations, not businesses, only problem
I have with it. They are using their own property. But LDR's says to use even your own property you need a
temp use permit which has a $175.00 use permit that they have applied for.
Watford - if they were going to do this inside their building there would be no permit required. Reason we had
to go to this to stop some things that were occurring, unfortunate that we have to go to this, but we have,
seems to me that we should stick with it, unless we just abandon all of the fee's. Agree with Markham, support
business, but they are a business trying to attract business, they is a for -profit organization, think it would
defeat purpose of permit.
Kirk, in mind no problem with bank, but do in so much as what it will do for future applicants, hate to tell them
no but we put that on there for very good reasons.
Watford, not telling them they can't have the event, its just a business expense to have the event. Certainly
appreciate all the businesss and what they do, but it is in fairness to other businesses.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK x
CHANDLER x
MARKHAM x
WATFORD x
WILLIAMS x
MOTION: DENIED.
C. Consider preliminary plat approval of Morgan Manor - Mark Troendle, Applicant (Exhibit 6).
Typo on covenants, paragraph 5.
What is the procedure.
Lorris Asmussen, Project Engineer
DW - 100 ft diameter cul de sac - yes that is our
no curb and gutter, just roadside swales per SFWMD
Williams, 6inch water line to hydrant 4 inch thereafter - fire chief spoke on this, line had to be connected in the
future. Herb - no indication any improvement need thereafter.
Where city limits? East property line of development, Lots 8 and 9.
Kirk, something we can require if we want to. Cook - not sure city can require larger than required by OUA says
can go in there.
Williams, using it as deadend now, can create bottleneck, city is full of them as it is.
Markham - clean out at end of water line value.
Cook - development cannot be approved unless all TRC members are on board, inluding OUA
Williams - TRC needs to think about this for future developments.
Watford, OUA could request it, and pay the difference.
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Watford motion to approve prelimianry plat of Morgan Manor; seconded by Council Member Markham.
Final has to come back.
VOTE
YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK
X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM
X
WATFORD
X
WILLIAMS
X
MOTION: CARRIED.
D. Council Member Williams Liberty Day Celebration to approved a request made by Okeechobee
Jaycees, Inc. to contribute $1,000.00 for this year's 4" of July fireworks display - Margaret Bowers,
President (Exhibit 7); seconded by Council Member Chandler.
Bo Bowers, Okeechobee Jaycees, Tim Meckling, Treasurer of Jaycee's this year. Contribution for
fireworks display, July 4 at Okee Tanie.
Kirk, $1000 in budget?
Who ever came first?
Last year? $1000.00
To be expended at the City Council's discretion.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK X
CHANDLER X
MARKHAM X
WATFORD X
WILLIAMS X
MOTION: CARRIED.
E. Discussion related to participation with the County and Okeechobee Utility Authority in hiring a full time
grant writer.
Williams - meeting on this Thursday morning?
David, yes sir, called special.
Watford, thought productive workshop with OUA and County, somewhat concerned how that may or what
might have been accomplished, very pleased, very productive, still feel, know it wont be well received by OUA
and County, still feel with consultants tha twe have, we have what it takes to accomplish what needs to be
done, problem is we all have a good idea what needs to be done but no solid data to support that, go to State
Legislature, other governmental agencies will want documented data, not speaking against for grant writer,
they feel they need that, we all use the same consultants, and if we all went to them and said this is what we
want you do work on, they know our situation, think we could get there quicker, that's how I think we need to
proceed, we are 1 of the 3, other 2 say this is the way to go, we will have to work with them, whatever will
accomplish that, the quickest is the way we need to go, concern if we say we need the high dollar position,
we're the little dog here from the city standpoint and I just don't know we have that need. If it comes out that
we have to pay 1/3 1 would not support that because we would not get 1/3 out of time, grants, county could,
arguement would be city needs wastewater capacity and need it to be able to grow, only project we have it
commerce center, think we are pretty good on all of it, if we all push together in that direction think it would
work.
Markham, agree with Watford, with agreement with County and OUA, instruct him to work on the project, he
would know work on it, with all 3 telling him to work on it would do good, someone being paid, work harder if
your going to get paid by getting something than salary for
Veach, attorney supplied, appeared by FS, share employee, would have to be 2 years only, they would have
to become sole employee of I entity at the end of that period of time.
Kirk, reach point that we do have grant writer, one will have to be the boss of that person, can't have 3 bosses,
that's one of my concerns, we've built up a good realationship with county and pretty good with OUA, if we end
up going down that road, 1 of the entities will have to be the boss, not all 3. Listening to the meeting the other
night, I think we need a plan, how are we going to fix it, what is it going to cost, how are we going to handle
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it in the future to keep this from happening again, 3, 5 10 year planning, City andCounty want to see these
plans, not bashing OUA, we all 3 are goin gto get into this, as Watford said at that workshop, we thought we
were out of that business, but we aren't, we need to know things, we need answers to the questions I stated,
I feel like, we have the 2 managers talking, both other entities decision grant writer is way to go, I think it will
put us in uncomfortable situation being 1 man out, agree with what Watford said, not start with top dollar
person out, as in DeSoto County, they didn't start out at top dollar, walked away from workshop knowing there
is a problem, but walked away without answers, sounds like moratorium will happen, position where were going
to have to do as much as we can, we don't vote on things up here with out supporting data, we're talking about
something without that data, no one has shown us this is the problem, this is the solution, this is how much
it is going to cost, and this is what we're going to do to prevent it. Can't afford to be the odd man out if they
want it.
Chandler, like Watford and Markham, we have 2 grant writers, get their opinion what needs to be done and
how todo it, everyone knows them, state and federal legislatures, salary is just salary, think it will come back
to bite all of us.
Kirk, one thing that concerns me, enlarging capacity, may not be only problem associated with this to be able
to bring this thing online, don't know, had the 3 of us together and had our person as facilitator, to see where
we're going.
Chandler, enlarging capacity, got to have increase capacity
Williams, OUA is going to have to take lead on this, that's there busienss, 4 months before solid figures,
greatest thing I see, show united front with all 3 city, county, oua, when we go to DEP, SFWMD, State and Fed
reps, say same thing in order to get this money, if we don't get the money, going to have a lot of people up
here screaming, going to have to go along with them and given them all the support we can, united front not
seen it will all be for naught.
(Williams Left chambers at 7:26 p.m.)
Watford, correct, all agree on that, but we've got to have a master plan, is what we use to call it, surprised,
thought we were out of it, getting thrust back in it, my concern is, don't want to critize but OUA has admitted
we can't solve this admitted, need some help. Met before on impact fee's, going to get that, wasnt' a big
priority, not far along, grant writer or whatever, advertise, hire person, unless you hire someone who already
has connection then they have to create those relationships. The ones we have on stay already have that. Feel
we are in crisis here, its already going to take us to the morotuem, we might be forced water pretty, sewer plant
can be expanded, almost forced into, we've got to do this and take care of this before we can put the master
plan together and may not do things the way we would have done, had we had the master plan at the
beginning, going to have to use best guess at this time, use current consultants to at least put out th efire, get
us out of crisis. Advertisement, hiring, just puts us that much behind,
Markham, grant writer has to have plan, new person would not even know.
Watford, well have to tell them, we want you to get us sewer capacity now and whatever it is to get us at
capacity right now that is what we've got to do, then once we get that going, now we need money, still going
to need money, still not going to have it, then do master plan, that's how big a crisis I think we are in, don't
think we have luxury of time.
Kirk, answer may be to go with that person, other 2 entities feel less strong, may have to support that,
understand what you are saying, to much at steak to be odd man out, concerned that new person will have
to perform real quick, 3 of us going to have to sit down again.
David Hazellief - don't disagree with anything said tonight, lot of good points mentions, elected officials will
probably have to take the lead, don't disagree with needing to do something fast, recently as this afternoon,
Veach and Long met with lobbist and, Dale thinks highly probably 8 million of the 10 million, past OUA always
preferred free money instead of match, may have to look at match funds, all in this together, all our concerns
do whatever necessary, little premature to spend $75,000 on grant writer, quick study 60-90-120 days what
needs to be done and then long range planning. Think we can work this out, don't want to see progress stop,
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industry is comin gin and we need to keep momentum goin g. Already started talking with SFWMD. Understand
Long and Veach are meeting with DEP, don't want this put on back burner, as soon as we get report/data back
need to meet again and go from there.
Kirk, appreciate your comments, all working together.
Joey Hoover, too long piece mealing these things, OUA looking at study with housing, implementing tool for
stragetic plan, if we decide we need help, consultant problems, to back away from partnership, 33% drop in
bucket what this potential of this growth, city may be smallest dog but you've got the biggest bite, city has
biggest risk since most of customers in city, agree on puttin gout what fires that need to be put out, long term
planning agree, got to be in place, encourage you to stay with it even if other 2 want to hire grant writer now.
Kirk, Bill keep us up to date, call meeting if need be.
Watford, appreciate comments, David, instruct Bill to stay in close touch with Long and whatever we need to
do, call special meetings, workshops, whatever is needed, we'll have to support, realize this is a priority. All
fee like we need to put out th efire first.
Yes.
Kirk, reason other comments made, if master plan keep us from gettin gin this again.
Markham, when OUA comes up with plan, assume we'll have chance to may comments, people from outside
can give better perspectives, than those that look at it every day, may be other areas, or one system, may be
other system to take online to help.
Kirk, people we have now, he may be able to find solution, at this point going to have to let everyone have their
meetings, Dales spoke with Bill, see where leads, going to be part of it.
Watford learned our theory was wrong, we are not out of the business, and we are not going to be, learned
we need to keep, like county has regularly scheduled meetings/workshops, maybe we can be included in that
part. Anytime I got compliants, I tell people to call oua that is what they do. Need to be more in tune.
Markham small scarifice to get something done in a hurry.
Kirk, David can relay we have not backed off, will be here to help fight the fight. Grant writer may or may not
be something we need, address it if need is there.
7:43 p.m.
F. Recess from the regular meeting to enter into an Executive Session for discussion of a pending
litigation - Mayor.
At 7 45 p.m. the Mayor called the regular meeting to recess and begin the closed executive session as
requested by Attorney Cook. Those only to remain in the room are Mayor Kirk, Council Members chandler,
Markham, Watford and Williams, Administrator Veach, Attorney Cook and a Court Reporter, Deborah Dew of
Atlantic Reporting.
The discussion was confined to settlement negotiations or strategies relating to litigation expenditures
concerning the pending lawsuit with Grit Insurance. The court reporter's transcript will be made part of the
public record upon conclusion of the litigation. All transcripts are filed in the Office of the City Clerk.
G. Motion to close Executive Session and reconvene Open Session - Mayor 8:23 p.m.
8:24 p.m. mayor adjourned the meeting
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE - MAY 18,2004 -
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - HANDWRITTEN MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor: i� t ( Y�- Mav 18. 2004, Citv Council Reaular Meetina. 6:00 o.m.
Ill. OPENING CEREMONIES: Invocation aiven bv Pastor Duane Eatman. Treasure Island Bar)tist
Church: Pledae of Alleaiance led bv Mavor
III. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk.
Present Absent
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
V/
City Administrator Bill L. Veach
City Clerk Lane Gamiotea
Secretary Kim Barnes
IV. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - Mayor.
A. Recognize Phil Conroy for 10 years of service with the City.
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B. Recognize Keith Tomey for 25 years of service with the City.
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C. Proclaim the week of May 22 through 28, 2004 as "Safe Boating Week."
Mayor Kirk proclaimed the week of May 22 through 28, 2004as "Safe Boating Week" and read the following
proclamation in it's entirety as follows: WHEREAS, recreational boating is fun and enjoyable. We are
fortunate that we have sufficient resources to accommodate the wide variety of pleasure boating demands.
While being a marvelous source of recreation, boating to the unprepared can be a risky sport. Not knowing
or obeying the Navigation Rules, drinking alcohol or taking drugs while operating a boat, or choosing not to
wear a life jacket are all examples of lack of proper judgment. One particular behavior that can reduce, by
approximately 80%, the number of boaters who lose their lives by drowning each year, is the wearing of a life
jacket; and WHEREAS, a significant number of boaters who lose their lives by drowning each year would be
alive today had they worn their life jackets; and WHEREAS, modern life jackets are more comfortable, more
attractive and more wearable than styles of years past and deserve a fresh look by today's boating public.
NOW THEREFORE, 1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of
Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby support the goals of the North American Safe BoatingCampaign and proclaim
May 22 through 28, 2004 as "National Safe Boating Week" and the start of the year-round effort to promote
safe boating. I urge all of those who boat to "Boat Smart from the Start" by wearing a life jacket and practicing
safe boating habits. ckc ctvu
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D. Proclaim May 29, 2004 as "Poppy Day."
Mayor Kirk proclaimed May 29, 2004as "Poppy Day" and read the following proclamation in it's entirety as
follows: WHEREAS, America is the land of freedom, preserved and protected willingly and freely by citizen
soldiers; and WHEREAS, millions who have answered the call to arms have died on the field of battle; and
WHEREAS, a nation at peace must be reminded of the price of war and the debt owed to those who have died
in war; and WHEREAS, the red poppy has been designated as a symbol of sacrifice of lives in all wars; and
WHEREAS, the American Legion Auxiliary has pledged to remind America annually of this debt through the
distribution of the memorial flower. NOW THEREFORE, 1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in
me as Mayor of the City of Okeechobee, do hereby proclaim the 29th day of May 2004 as "Poppy Day" and
ask that all citizens pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom by
wearing the Memorial Poppy on this day. LeaFmn e-11 =- a�) �7' 6 a -k6y-
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V. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Council Member M C� moved to dispense with the reading and approve the Su mmary of
Council Action for the May 4, 2004 Regular Meeting; seconded by Council Member 6�_
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK
CHANDLER
MARKHAM
WATFORD
WILLIAMS
MOTION: CARRIED — DENIED
VI. WARRANT REGISTER - City Administrator.
A. Council Member DO moved to approve the April 2004 Warrant Register in the amounts:
General Fund one million, three hundred seventy thousand, five hundred eighty-three dollars and
three cents ($1,370,583.03); Industrial Development Fund one hundred nine thousand, three hundred
forty-three dollars and thirty-five cents ($109,343,35); Public Facility Improvement Fund ten thousand,
two hundred thirty-four and forty-six cents ($10,234.46); seconded by Council Member
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WATFORD
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MOTIO ��IE)D — DENIED
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V1. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda.
Vil. OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor 6. - 11 PM
A. 1. a) Council Member r,>W moved to read by title only 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
Attorney (Exhibit 1); seconded by Council Member CL6,
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b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK
CHANDLER
MARKHAM
WATFORD
WILLIAMS J
MOTION: (CARRIED - DENIED
C) Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 856 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITYOF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OFOKEECHOSEE
BYREZONINGA CERTAIN TRACTOFLANDMOREPARTICULARLYDESCPJBEDHEREIN, FROM
HOLDING (H) ZONING DISTRICTTOHEAVYCOMMERCIAL (CH110 ZONINGDISTR!CT, AMENDING
THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN
EFFECTIVE DA TE. n
2.a) Council Member UQ> Uyl moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 856 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member b C,
b) Public comments and discussion.
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 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.
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.
Plannina Staff ReDortAnallnis: (1) If the Future Land Use Map Amendment (No. 04-002-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. 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.
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C) Vote on motion.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT,
KIRK
CHANDLER
MARKHAM
WATFORD
WILLIAMS
MOTION: RRIED DENIED
B.1.a) Council Member zu7— moved to read by title only 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 Attorney (Exhibit 2); seconded by Council Member
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK
CHANDLER
MARKHAM
WATFORD
WILLIAMS
MOTION: CARRIED — DENIED
C) Attorney Cook read proposed Ordinance No. 857 by title only as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITYOFOKEECHOBEE, FLORIDAAMENDING THEOFFICIAL ZONINGMAP OFOKEECHOBEE
BYREZONINGA CERTAIN TRACTOFLANDMOREPARTICULARLYDESCRIBEDHEREIN, FROM
HOLDING (H)ZONINGDISTRICTTOHEAVYCOMMERCIAL (CH10 ZONING DISTRICT, AMENDING
THE ZONING MAP A CCORDINGL Y, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.."
2.a) Council Member LO�' moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 857 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member r'�C—
b) Public comments and discussion.
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
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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 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 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 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* 1746 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.
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) 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) 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 applicalion was considqred at the April 27, 2004 meeting.
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VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT
KIRK
CHANDLER
MARKHAM
WATFORD
WILLIAMS
MOTION: ECARRDIED DENIED
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CA.a) Council Member VW moved to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 858 pertaining
to Rezoning Application No. 04-003-R submitted by Rob Willson on behalf of Charles and Myrna
Farmer for u n platted land located North of North East Park Streetfrom Holding to Heavy Commercial -
City Attorney (Exhibit 3); seconded by Council Member CAAY
b)
Vote on motion to read by title only.
VOTE YEA NAY ABSTAIN ABSENT,
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F%IMI%
CHANDLER
MARKHAM
wAT=non
WILLIAMS
MOTION: RRIE — DENIED
c) Attorney Cook re oposed ordinance by title only as follows: "ANORDINANCEOFTHECITYOF
OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF OKEECHOBEE BY
REZONINGA CERTAIN TRACT OFLAND MORE PARTICULARLYDESCRIBED HEREIN, FROM
HOLDING (H)ZONINGDISTPJCT TO HEA VYCOMMERCIAL (CH10 ZONINGDISTRfCT, AMENDING
THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. if
2.a) Council Member -Lffi moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 858 (Planning Board
recommends approval); seconded by Council Member -0f, -
b) Public Comments and Discussion.
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-000 11 -0000) located on the North side of North East Park Street (State Road 70 East), across from the
United States Post Office,
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. Planninci Staff Analysis: (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.
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VIII. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Council Member _0_- LL) moved to award the Commerce Center Lift Station Bid PW-06-10-04-
04 to fAkL06 in the amount of $ qS—a, - Gene Schriner
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B. Council Member moved to approve a request for a Temporary Use Permit Application Fee
Waiver, submitted by Regions Bank - Melanie Anderson, VP, Banking Center Manager (Exhibit 5);
seconded by Council Member 3 UY' .
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C. Consider preliminary plat approval of Morgan Manor - Mark Troendle, Applicant (Exhibit 6).
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D. Council Me CW moved to approved a request made by Okeechobee Jaycees, Inc. to
contribute $X. tlRolr this year's 4 1h of July fireworks display - Margaret Bowers, President (Exhibit
7); seconded by Council Member f ),,`
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E. Discussion related to participation with the Countyand Okeechobee Utility Authority in hiring afull time
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F. Recess from the regular meeting to enter into an Executive Session for discussion of a pending
litigation - Mayor.
At p.m. the Mayor called the regular meeting to recess and begin the closed executive
session as requested by Attorney Cook. Those only to remain in the room are Mayor Kirk, Council Members
chandler, Markham, Watford and Williams, Administrator Veach, Attorney Cook and a Court Reporter,
The discussion was confined to settlement negotiations or strategies relating to litigation expenditures
concerning the pending lawsuit with Grit Insurance. The court reporter's transcript will be made part of the
public record upon conclusion of the litigation. All transcripts are filed in the Office of the City Clerk.
G. Motion to close Executive Session and reconvene Open Session - Mayor P.M.
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OPENING CEREMONIES:
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
May 18,2004 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OFFICIAL AGENDA
May 18, 2004 City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00 p.m.
Invocation given by Pastor Duane Eatman, Treasure Island Baptist Church.
Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor.
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. Recognize Phil Conroy for 10 years of service with the City.
B. Recognize Keith Tomey for 25 years of service with the City.
C. Proclaim the week of May 22 through 28, 2004 as "Safe Boating Week."
D. Proclaim May 29, 2004 as "Poppy Day."
V. MINUTES - City Clerk.
A. Motion to dispense with the reading and approve the Summary of Council Action for the May 4, 2004 Regular Meeting,
PAGE 1 OF 4
MAY 18,2004 - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PAGE 2 OF 4
VI. WARRANT REGISTER - City Administrator.
A. Motion to Approve the April Warrant Register.
General Fund $1,370,583.03
Industrial Development Fund 109,343.35
Public Facility Improvement Fund 10,234.46
0 VII. AGENDA - Mayor.
A. Requests for the addition, deferral or withdrawal of items on today's agenda.
Vill. OPEN PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION - Mayor.
A.1.a) Motion to read by tifle only 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 Attorney (Exhibit 1).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 856 by title only.
2.a) Motion to adopt proposed Ordinance No, 856 (Planning Board recommends approval).
b) Public comments and discussion.
c) Vote on motion.
B.I.a) Motion to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 857 pertaining to Rezoning 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 2).
b) Vote on motion to read by title only.
MAY 18,2004 - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA - PAGE 3 OF 4
VIII. PUBLIC HEARING FOR ORDINANCE ADOPTION CONTINUED.
B.I.c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 857 by title only.
2.a) Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 857 (Planning Board recommends approval).
b) Public comments and discussion.
0 c) Vote on motion.
CA.a) Motion to read by title only proposed Ordinance No. 858 pertaining to Rezonng 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 3), �
b) Vote on motion to read by title only,
c) City Attorney to read proposed Ordinance No. 858 by title only.
2.a) Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 858 (Planning Board recommends approval).
b) Public comments and discussion,
c) Vote on motion.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING.
IX. NEW BUSINESS.
A. Consider award of contract related to the construction of a lift station in the Commerce Center - Gene Schriner (Exhibit 4).
B. Motion to approve a request for a Temporary Use Permit Application Fee Waiver, submitted by Regions Bank - Melanie Anderson, VP, Banking Center
Manager (Exhibit 5).
MAY 18,2004 - Crry COUNCIL AGENDA - PAGE 4 OF 4
IX NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED.
C. Consider preliminary plat approval of Morgan Manor - Mark Troendle, Applicant (Exhibit 6).
D. Consider a request made by Okeechobee Jaycees, Inc. to contribute $2,000.00 for this year's 0 of July fireworks display - Margaret Bowers, President
(Exhibit 7).
is E. Discussion related to participation with the County and Okeechobee Utility Authority in hiring a full time grant writer.
F. Recess from the regular meeting to enter into an Executive Session for discussion of a pending litigation - Mayor.
G. Motion to close Executive Session and reconvene Open Session - Mayor.
X. ADJOURN MEETING - Mayor.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE ADVISED that if any person desires to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this proceeding, such interested person
will need a record of the proceeding, and for such 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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9AS, America is the I&nJof freedom, preserved and protected willingly and -'-
citizen soldiers; and
[EREAS, millions who have answered the call to arms have died on the field of hat e','
[EREAS, a nation at peace must he reminded of the price of war and the debt owed to t e
who have died in war; and
WHEREAS, the red poppy has been designated as a symbol of sacrifice of lives in all wars; and
WHEREAS, the American Legion Auxiliary has pledged to remind America annually of this
debt through the distribution of the memorial flower.
NOW THEREFORE, 1, JamesE. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor
of the Cityof Okeechobee, do hereby proclaim the 29th day of May 2004 as "Poppr Dar
and ask that all citizens pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the
name of freedom by wearing the Memorial Poppy on this day.
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hand and caused this seal to he a0i�eji.
James E. Kirk, M
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S, recreational boating is fun and enjoyable. We are fortunate that we have sn"
date the wide variety of pleasure boating demands. While b,
resources to accommo
marvelous source of recreation, boating to the unprepared can he a risky sport. oil
knowing or obeying the Navigation Rules, drinking alcohol or taking drugs while operal0k; m:
A boat, or choosing not to wear a life jacket are all examples of lack Of proper judgment-.�,.`.�'
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One particular behavior that can reduce, by approximately 80%, the number of boate
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who lose their lives by drowning each year, is the wearing of a life jacket; and
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WHEREAS, asignificant number of boaters who lose their lives by drowning each year would
be alive today had they worn their life jackets; and
WHEREAS, modern life jackets are more comfortable, more attractive and more wearable than
styles of years past and deserve a fresh look by today's boating public.
NOW THEREFORE, 1, James E. Kirk, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor
of the City of Okeechobee, Florida, do hereby support the goals of the North American
Safe Boating Campaign and proclaim May 22 through 28, 2004 as "National S&Ae
Boating. Wenk " and the start of the year-round effort to promote safe boating. I urge all
of those who boat to "Boat Smart from the Start" by wearing a life jacket and practicing
safe boating habits.
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ORDINANCE NO. 856
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MAY 18,2004 AGENDA
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. 04-001-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 thatthis request be removed fromthe
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 (SEI/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 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 4�h 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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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Council
From: Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
Subject: Ordinance No. 856/Rezoning No. 04-001-R
Date: May 12, 2004
This is the final public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 856 to consider approving Rezoning Application
No. 04-001-R. 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 zoning on an unplatted parcel located North of North East Park Street, from
Holding to Heavy Commercial.
0 All fee's have been paid.
0 The ordinance was advertised in the Okeechobee News on May 7.
0 The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval (April 27, 2004 Meeting).
0 Planning Staff is recommending approval
0 The General Services Department mailed fifteen courtesy notices to the surrounding property owners
with no responses to date.
0 The property was posted with a sign advertising the request of the rezoning, dates,and times of both
the Planning Board and City Council public hearings.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information regarding this
application.
Thank you.
City of Okeechobee Date: -;AI, 04 PetitionNo oLA- om-(Z
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Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218 Publication Dates:
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I hereby certify that the infomiation 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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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 land use change
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Hold to CHV. The property is identified as follows:
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State Of Florida, County of Okeechobee
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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 zonin g 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:
42 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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Parcel ID: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-OOOC
Owner & Property Info
Owner's Name
DIXON BENJAMIN
Site Address
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Mailing
BOX 154
Address
OKEECHOBEE, FL
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UNPLATTED LANDS OF
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Tax
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Market
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Property & Assessment Values
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$17,500.00
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Email: larue-planning(a-),att.net
Staff Report
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Rezoning Request
Preparedfor:
Applicant
Owner:
From:
Pe�fion No.
7he City of Okeechobee
D. R Wilson Land Co.
Mary Frances Dbcon
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
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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 (W 1 /2) of the East half (El/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 a joint application to change the Future Land Use
from Single Family.
Adjacent Future Land Use Map Classifications and Zoning Districts:
North: Future Land Use Map Classification: I Single Family
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
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Rezoning Request
East:
South:
West:
Future Land Use Map Classification
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
Applicant: D. R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-001-R
Single Family & Commercial
Holding
Vacant
Single Family & Commercial
Holding & Heavy Commercial
Vacant
Single Family & Commercial
Holding, Residential Mobile
Home & Heavy Commercial
Existing Land Use: Vacant
Summary:
Future Land Use Map Classification:
Zoning District:
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.
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 tra c congestion, flooding or drainage problems,
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or otherwise affectpublic 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.
I 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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MAY 18,2004 AGENDA
ORDINANCE NO. 867
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 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 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 I 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
Book 2, Page 17); thence run S 89*50'34 W along the Northwest line
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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 0 of May, 2004.
ATTEST:
Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk
James E. Kirk, Mayor
PASSED AND ADOPTED after Second and Final Public Hearing this 18' 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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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Council
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From: Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk W
Subject: Ordinance No. 857/Rezoning No. 04-002-R
Date: May 12, 2004
This is the final public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 857 to consider approving Rezoning Application
No. 04-002-R. The application was submitted by D.R. Wilson Land Company on behalf of the property
owners, James Crowe and Charles Farmer.
The request is to change the zoning on an unplatted parcel located North of North East Park Street, from
Holding to Heavy Commercial.
0 All fee's have been paid.
0 The ordinance was advertised in the Okeechobee News on May 7.
0 The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval (April 27, 2004 Meeting).
0 Planning Staff is recommending approval
0 The General Services Department mailed thirteen courtesy notices to the surrounding property
owners with no responses to date.
0 The property was posted with a sign advertising the request of the rezoning, dates.and times of both
the Planning Board and City Council public hearings.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information regarding this
application.
Thank you.
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City of Okeechobee
General Services Department
55 S.E. 3"' Avenue, Room 101
Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218
Date: q aci � nq Petition No. Oq -a) a - Q
Fee Paid: F5�.00 Jurisdiction.
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Publication Dates:
Fax: (863) 763-1686 1 Notices Mailed.
Uniform Land Use Application
Rezone - Special Exception - Variance
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A Owner mailing address:
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I Applicant mailing address: LjIC) !gC /yVj�
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V Property address / directions to property, fj. �aF- #T- CZI�3 Ly.%T.F,
Indicate current use of property: F Y%^
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Approximate' number of acres: is' property in a platted subdivision? Ph4-r"LLIJ
Is there a current or recent use of the property that is/was a violation of county ordinance? If so, describe:
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Actions Requested. Q() Rezone Special Exception (__) Variance
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16/ 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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March 18, 2004
City of Okeechobee Planning Department:
1, Charles Fanner and 1, 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 2.13 acres, vacant, Commercial Land Use
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0040 0.74 acres, vacant, Commercial Land Use
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0010 0.60 acres, Older SF Home, Commercial Land Use
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By Chlarles A e an� JAVENS Crowe who are personally know to me.
Niry i t my'�jn��bion EXpires
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March 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
Checklist for Rezoning and/or Land Use
Owner: Farmer/Crowe
Property Tax IID #s: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00010-0000
3-25-37-35-0210-00010-0040
3-25-37-35-0210-00010-0010
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:
#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. 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.
D.R.WiHson Land Company
COMNERCIAL "-UXY SERVICES & DEVELOPMENT
APPRAISAL, BROKERAGE, CONSULTING
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT
APPRAISAL LAND USE &
ACQUISITION ZONING CHANGES
DISPOSITION
CONSULTING SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS
LEASING DEVELOPMENT
March 29, 2004
TO: City of Okeechobee
PLEASE REPLY TO
410 SE Second Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34974
(863) 763-0999 Fax # (863) 763-1945
RE: Zoning Change Application
+/- 3.5 acres
ID#'s 2-15-37-35-OAOO-00010-0000
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0040
3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0010
Owner: Farmer and Crowe
D. ROBERT WILLSON. MAI
ST.CERT.GEN.REA 0001521
LIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER
www.florida-landco.com
E-mail Address:
Sold@florida-landco.com
We have been requested by the owners to apply for a land use and zoning change on the
above referenced property located within the Okeechobee City limits. The property is
under contract for purchase.
Enclosed are the applications. We believe the application packets to be complete. If
anything is missing, please let us know. We thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely;
ff
D. Robert Willson
Lic. RE Broker
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Owner & Property Info
Owner's Name
CROWE JAMES &
FARMER CHARLES
Site Address
0, Okeechobee
Mailing
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE
Address
APT C2
FT PIERCE, FL
UNPLATTED LANDS OF
THE CITY COM AT THE
Brief Legal
SW 1/4 OF SE 1/4
OF SEC 15 RUN S 0
DEG 18 MIN
Use Desc.
VACANT (000000)
(code)
Neighborhood
310600.00
Tax
50
District
�UD Codes
0100
Market
31
Area
Total Land
Area
2.130 ACRES
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Sales History
ISale Date Book/Page Inst. Type Sale Vimp Sale Qual I Sale RCode I Sale Price
5/1/1993 344/1568 WD V U 03 $0.00
ll/l/1987 292 PB V U 03 $0.001
Building Characteristics
Bldg Item I Bldg Desc I Year Bit Heated S.F. I Actual S.F. I Bldg Value
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Code I Desc I Year Bit Value I Units I Dims Condition (% Good)
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Lnd Code Desc Units Adjustments Eff Rate Lnd Value
009900 1 AC NON -AG (MK7) 2.130 AC 1 1.00/1.00/.50/1.00 $5,000.00 $10,650.00
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W C "Bill" Sherman, CFA - Okeechobee, Florida - 863-763-4422
PARCEL: 2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 0-0000 -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 MINI
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
FT PIERCE, FL Assd $10,650.00
Sales 511/1993 $000 V/U Exmpt $0.00
Info 11/111987 $0 00 V / U Taxable $10,650.00
This information, Last 1,1pdated: 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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Owner & Propei
Owner's Name
Site Address
Mailing
Address
Brief Legal
ty Info
CROWE JAMES &
FARMER CHARLES
0, Okeechobee
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE
APT C2
FT PIERCE, FL
PRICE ADDITION LOTS
1 2 3 & N 1/2 OF ALLEY
LYING ADJACENT TO
SAID LOT
Use Desc. SINGLE FAM (000100)
(code)
Neighborhood 518635.00 Tax so
District
UD Codes 70ET Market 57
Area
Total Land 0.597 ACRES
Area I I
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Property & Assessment Values
Mkt Land Value 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
Assessed
XFOB Value cnt: (3)
$1,257 00
Value
$10,085.00
Total
Exempt Value
$0.00
Appraised
$10,085.00
Total Taxable
Value
Value
$10,085.00
Sales History
I Sale Date BooklPage
Inst. Type Sale VImp Sale Qual Sale RCode
Sale Price
15/1/1993 344/1568
WD
U 03
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$0.00
1
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P13
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$0001
Building Characteristics
Bldg Item Bldg Desc I Year Bit Heated S.F. Actual S.F. Bldg Value
1 1 CNVERTD MH (000220) 1 1960 1462 1696 $3,
Extra Features & Out Buildings
Code Desc Year Bit Value Units Dims Condition (% Good)
ACR W4 AL CC R/FG 1975 $10900 110.000 11 X 10 X 0 PD (10.00)
UTIL C SEPTIC RES 1993 $1,020.00 1.000 0 X 0 X 0 PD (100.00)
OCA OPN CC AL 1978 $128.00 330-000 30 x 11 x 0 PD (10.00)
Land Breakdown
Lnd Code I Desc Units I Adjustments Eff Rate Lnd Value
001002 1 COMM 0% (MKT) 1 143.000 FF - (.597AC) 11 00/1.00/ 50/1.00 1 $39.99 1 $5 1
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PARCEL: 3-15-37-35-0210-00010-0010 -SINGLE FAM(000100)
PRICE ADDITION LOTS 1 2 3 & N 1/2 OF ALLEY, LYING ADJACENT TO SAID LOT
Name CROWE JAMES & FARMER CHARLES LandVal $5,718.00
Site- 0, Okeechobee BldgVal $3,11000
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE ApprVal $10,085.00
Mail: APT C2 $10,08500
11/1/1987 WOO 1 / U
FT PIERCE, FL Assd $10,08500
Sales 5/1/1993 $000 I/U Exmpt $000
Info Taxable $10,085 . 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 Appraiser's 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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Owner's Name
Site Address
Mailing
Address
Brief Legal
ty Info
CROWE JAMES &
FARMER CHARLES
0, Okeechobee
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE
APT C2
FT PIERCE, FL
PRICE ADDITION LOTS
4 TO 7 INC & N 1/2 OF
ALLEY LYING
ADJACENT TO LOTS
Use Desc.
VACANT (000000)
(code)
Neighborhood
518635.00 Tax so
District
UD Codes
70ET Market 57
Area
Total Land
Area
0.735 ACRES
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cnt: (0) $0.00
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Appraised
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Total Taxable
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Sales History
Sale Date Book/Page Inst. Type Sale VImp Sale Qual I Sale RCode I Sale Price
5/1/1993 344/1568 WD V U 03 $0.00
ll/l/1987 292 PB V U 03 $0.00
Building Characteristics
Bldg Item I Bldg Desc I Year Bit Heated S.F. Actual S.F. I Bldg Value
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LandVal $26,53300
Name. CROWE JAMES & FARMER CHARLES
Site. 0, Okeechobee BIdgVaI $000
1771 GULFSTREAM AVE ApprVal $26,533.00
Mail: APT C2 JustVal $26,533.00
FT PIERCE, FL Assd $26,533.00
Sales 5/1/1993 $0.00 V / U Exmpt $000
Info 11/1/1987 $0.00 V / U Taxable $26,533.001
This information, Last ppdated: 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 warrandes, 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
valorem assessment purposes.
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Warrmty Deed
7Ws tndenture, Made this L� day of May, 19 9 3 A.D.,
Between
JOSEPH C. ELLIS, JR., a single man,
of Lae comty Of "d. ?4-� , st.,..f California
grantor, a.4
JAMS CROWE and CHARLES FARMER, co -tenants in common with
a
(50%/50%) respective interest,
,,w..dd.icPost Office Box 1782, Okeechobee, Florida 34973
at the co" of Okeechobee I sta..( Florida , grantees.
VAtUUWth thm the ORANMR. for &W in comWershm 00he mm 0( — — — — — — — — — — — — — —
- - - - - - - - - TEN & N01100($10.00) - - - - - - - - - - DOLLARS.
sed otber Vwd sad valuabk consideration to GRANrOR Le haM PaW by OFt I Mrmi. the rectipt whmd W h4mbY ft-b-WW8*d- h"
pmeed. b&WAwd &a mid m a* eaM ORANnM5 &ftd GRAHrEES bdo &W amuSa kffsvr, tbe 1colowWs deaurted k" sit"te,
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PARCEL 1: All of Lots I through 10, 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.
PARCEL 2: Commence at the Northeast corner of the Southwest
Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 15, Township 37
South, Range 3S Hast; thence run S 00018,26" R along the
Rasterly line thereof, 668.71 feet to the POIZZTT OF 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*SO,34* W along the Northerly line thereof,
336.76 fact to the Northwest corner of said PRICE ADDITION,
thence run N 00*17,46* W along the Went 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" E 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.
subject to restrictions, reservations and easements of record,
if any, which are not reimposed hereby, and taxes subsequent to
DecezLber 31st, 1992.
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'This lVarranty Deed v.d,. he d_ "f may 8 9 h y
JAMES MINEHAN, JR.. a married man
hereinafter called the grafifor to
JAMES CROWE and CHARLES FARM[ER , as tenants in common
Josjffit�e address is Post Office Box 1872, Okeechobee, Fl 34973-1872
called the (J'ant".
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t,alual)[v considprattons. rr�reipf wh erpol ;s h_1.hV /,,.rcbv b,,Maj,,j, sells. all"$. re.
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Lots 11 and 12 of Block 4, Price Addition to the City of
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.
Toydw .111, all the lonernonis. konrallWnents and appurf"ances thereto helonging at In any-
wise appterfaining.
To Naut and to Hold, the so-* In fee simple fole-el
Rnd jk# Gromia, he -by cooqna�nls -ilk sold grantee that the q,.nto, 1. lawfullY svi%,d ct told land
In fee ilenpla; that the grantor has good right and lawful ojilhority, to moll and convey said (Rnal: (&a, the
grant., hereby jully warrant. the 1116 to said land ri4 .41 d.fp,.d A, --, �0-l the i..Iut daims of
all person, wAomsoevg,� and that paid Lnd Is fre. �[ .11 "curnbronees. ,c,pl taxes act,ruing tuhSectusni
to l)—ornh- 11, 10
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STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE I UEREBY (:ERIIFN -h-t '- I" d- �"Gre M',
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JAMES MINERAN, JR., a married man
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My Commissi6n-ExjrL1r?aVV-- NOTARY PUBLIC
1375 Jacksatreet, Suite 206
Fort Myers, Florida 33901-2845
Phone: 239-334-3366 Fax: 239-334-6384
Email: larue-planning(a-),att.net
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
I�rqparedfor.- City of Okeechobee
Applicant D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Owner: James Crowe & Charles
Farmer
From: Holding to Heavy Commercial
Pefifion No. 04-002-R
Staff Report Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Rezoning Request Petition No. 04-002-R
lGeneral 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" 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 3.46
Access Hwy 70/NE 12t' Avenue
Location: North of SR 70 at City Limits
Commercial
Heavy Commercial
Commercial Development
93M
Legal Description: All of lots I 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 2 nd Street as it runs east from Northeast 12 Ih Avenue to
Northeast 12th 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 3 7 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, 3' )6.76 feet to the Northwest comer of said Price
Addition; thence run N OO'l 7'46 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.
OLdjacent Future Land Use Map Glassitications ancl 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
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
West: Future Land Use Map Classification
Zoning District:
Existing Land Use:
Commercial
Heavy Commercial
Commercial Land & SR 70
Single Family & Commercial
Heavy Commercial
Vacant
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.
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.
{PAGE )
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-002-R
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 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 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 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.
9. The proposed change will not constitute a grant of special privilege to an individual
owner as contrasted with the public we4fare.
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 permitting the applicant to place commercial development on this property.
Submitted by:
James G. LaRue, AICP
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Rezoning Request
Planning Consultant
April 20, 2004
Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-002-R
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EXHIBIT 3 —
MAY 18,2004 AGENDA
ORDINANCE NO. 858
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. 04-003-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, 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 that part of the North 668.71 feet of the EY2of E% of SW% of SE%
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 r 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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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Council
From: Lane Gamiotea, City Clerk bqo
Subject: Ordinance No. 858/Rezoning No. 04-003-R
Date: May 12, 2004
This is the final public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 858 to consider approving Rezoning Application
No. 04-003-R. 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 zoning on an unplatted parcel, located North of North East Park Street,and
Block 4 of Price Addition, from Holding to Heavy Commercial.
* All fee's have been paid.
0 The ordinance was advertised in the Okeechobee News on May 7.
0 The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval (April 27, 2004 Meeting).
0 Planning Staff is recommending approval
0 The General Services Department mailed sixteen courtesy notices to the surrounding property
owners with no responses to date.
0 The property was posted with a sign advertising the request of the rezoning, dates, and times of both
the Planning Board and City Council public hearings. Ih
9 At the previous meeting, Council had questions regarding Northeast 12 Avenue. Please note that
Northeast 12 Ih Avenue is an open, dedicated, platted right-of-way which is 25 feet wide�by 309.00 feet
and runs along the West side of Lots 7 and 6 of Block 4 (See map attached).
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information regarding this
application.
Thank you.
I - Northeast le Avenue is a 25 foot wide dedicated, open, unimproved right-of-way (previously
bnown as Mobley Street).
2 - Northeast 2nd Street is a 40 foot wide CLOSED/ABANDONED right-of-way lying directly North of
Lots I - 6 of Bloch 4, Price Addition and between IP and le Avenues (previously bnown as Center
Street).
The East to West Alleyway in Block 4 is also CLOSED.
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Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903 1
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218 Publication Dates: L4 IQ CYd 411 q 1 ZcC4
Fax: (863) 763-1686 Notices Mailed,
Uniform Land Use Application
Rezone - Special Exception - Variance
V I Name of property owner(s): C RM_L%�--S + (Y) \1 Y� 0 A- FA&M 1,VZ
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AName of contact person (state relationship): lZoawVr WcLtgV..J
TN Contact person daytime phone(s)- —?,C) Cr C� ^? Fax: )9 1(�—
W, Property address / directions to property:
Indicate current use of property: IiW::� A4V vu�N i�VL q- 1+0 ^1 C-
Describe improvements on property, including number/type of dwellinas and whether occupied (if none, so state):
Approximate number of acres: Is property in a platted subdivision?
P Is there a current or recent use of the property that is/was a violation of county ordinance? If so, describe:
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0 Have there been any land use applications concerning all or part of this property in the last year? If so, indicate date,
P nature and applicant's name: .�i
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Describe adjoining land uses / improvements to the North:
South: East: West: VA-<
Existing zoning: Future Land Use classification:
Actions Requested: L-!!J`kezone Special Exception Variance
Parcel Identification Number: '), —) — !� �_— ofto Dr)o ) I — () (2 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
S500.00 and imprisonment of up to 30 days and may result in the summary denial of this application.
Signature Printed Name Date
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Current zoning classification. Vk Q\-6 Requested zoning classification
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Is a Special Exception necessary for your intended use? Variance?
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N conducted outside of a building:
Describe Variance sought.
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March 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
Checklist for Rezoning and/or Land Use
Owner: Fanner
Property Tax ID 9: 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:
I, 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:
2-15-37-35-OAOO-0001 1-0000 +1-5.00 acres, old frame home
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Owner's Name
FARMER CHARLES &
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OKEECHOBEE, FL
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Phone: 239-334-3366 Fax: 239-334-6384
Email: larue-planning(a-),att.net
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
f �-eparedfor-- City of Okeechobee
Applicant: DA Wilson Land Co.
Owner: Charles & AtTw Farmer
From: Holding to Heavy Commercial
Petition No. 04-003-R
Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-003-R
I General Information I
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 180 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 EI/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: I
North: I 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: Vacant
South: Future Land Use Map Classification: Commercial
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Commercial Land
West: I Future Land Use Map Classification: i Single Family
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Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Zoning District: Holding
Existing Land Use: Vacant
Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
Petition No. 04-003-R
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.
I 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 bufferedftom surrounding uses, so as to reduce the
impact of any nuisance or hazard to the neighborhood
Commercial uses contemplated for this site can be properly buffered if needed.
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Staff Report
Rezoning Request
Applicant: D.R. Wilson Land Co.
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 traffic congestion, flooding or drainage problems,
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 we�fare.
The request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and will not grant a special
privilege to the applicant.
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 further 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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MAV 18,2004 AGENDA
Bid Tabulation Sheet
City of Okeechobee Commerce Center
Lift Station Bid Opening
Bid No. PW-06-10-04-04
Bid Opening: May 12, 2004 at 2: 00 p.m.
Coinvany Name Cost
Sunshine I.and Design $ 248,433.63
Crews Construction $ 136,952.00
US Environmental Systems $ 223,611.00
TI.0 Diversified, Inc. $ 148,395.00
KDI, Underground, Inc. $ 159,886.00
Posted on May 12, 2004 at 3:00 p.m.
'Fo be Removed on May 16, 2004 at 3:00 p.m.
EXHIBIT 5
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE TE RECEIYED: DAOSSUED: MAY 18,2004 AGENDA
General Services Department alaKIN
55 SE 3 d Avenue, Room 101 APPLICATION No: DATE(S) OF EVENT:
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Phone. 863-763-3372 ext. 217 ___D4 -C)Oi� 51-a9104
Fax: 863-763-1686 FEE: $175.00 DATE PAID:
TEMPORARY USE PERMIT APPLICATION
OFF -PREMISES SALES, YARD SALES, TENT SALES AND OUTDOOR AUCTIONS (LDR SEc 681 -6)
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Name of Property Owner(s). Reeions Bank
Address* 305 E. North Park Street Okeechobee. FL 34979
Telephone Numbers, Home, Work. 763-553.5 Mobile/Cell: Pager -
Name of Applicant: Regions Bank
Address. 305 E. North Park Strept 0kPPchnhPa_ FT. UQ7?
Telephone Numbers: Home Work. 76-1-99-49 Mobile/Cell. Pager:
Future Land Use Map Designation (Current Zoning Designation: C,HV
Legal Description of Property, Lots-1,2,3,1u,ff,and 12 of Block 152, Okeechobee according
to the Dlat thereof reenrdpd in PR)S_ Pcy 1;
Address of Property: 305 E. North Park Street Okeechob a. FT, 34972
Please Explain Type of Use: Financial InstitiLtion
Briefly describe use of adjoining property -
North �i- , ii�H 9cLA s Ro ra I OeSwn East:
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P,ttach the following documents*
1 Notarized letter of permission from property owner, if applicant is not the property owner
2 Structure will not be erect for more than fifteen (15) days a year
3 Removal of all debris within 48 hours of expiration of the permit.
4. Proof of liability insurance for length of permit in the amount of $1 Million per occurrence.
Temporary off premises sales, tent sales, outdoor auctions and certain fundraising events may be permitted in commercial
and industrial districts, subject tot he following regulations; such applicant shall have hand written permission of the property
owner Not erect the structure for more than fifteen days a year Meet all required setbacks and off-street parking regulations
of the district in which the structure is located, and all required sign regulations. Remove all debris within 48 hours of expiration
of the permit. Submit proof of liability insurance paid in full covering the period for which the permit is issued, in the minimum
amount of $1,000,000 00 per occurrence Events designed for purposes of fundraising by a religious, veterans, civic or
charitable organization, or school district, such as but not limited to carwashes, candy or bake sales, or the like, which typically
do not erect or use a temporary structure, shall not be subject to the requirements of the sections (a-e) herein; however, the
City reserves the right to inspect and or direct the manner of such event so as to protect pedestrian and motor vehicle flow and
traffic in the immediate vicinity All fundraisina activities where it is contemolated that the Darticiluants would be within
a street riciht-of-wav or intersection, to conduct a "boot drive" or similar activity where monev is collected from
Dassina motorists shall not be permitted. Please note that if you intend to use any portion of a City street or sidewalk a
separate permit will have to be granted by the City Council
I hereby certify that the information on 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 thirty days and may result in the summary denial of this application
Signature of Applicant
City Staff (Please review the application, attach comments or special conditions),
Occupational,dnd/?f S eYcense Verifyation —
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April 28, 2004
City of Okeechobee
ATTN: Bill Veach, City Administrator
55 SE Third Street
Okeechobee, FL 34974-2903
Dear Mr. Veach:
On Saturday May 22, 2004, Regions Bank will be hosting a Community Celebration with
a barbeque in our north parking lot. The event will be open to everyone. The hours of
the event will be from I 1:00am to 2:00pm. WOKC radio remote will be on site from
11:30arn to 1:30pm. Regions will be faxing a copy of the liability insurance directly to
Katrina Vinson,
We plan to have a Spacewalk for the children, along with popcorn, cotton candy and
snow cones. The food will consist of chicken and/or pork, rice & beans, coleslaw, hot
dogs, dessert, sodas and rolls. There will be tables and chairs available for those who
prefer to sit down to eat. A table will be set up to register for prizes.
Parking will be available on the street and the vacant lot west of the building, which I am
obtaining a letter of permission from Okeechobee Acquisitions, Inc. for this purpose.
There will be staff on hand to monitor the event.
We are asking the City's consideration in waiving the $175.00 permit fee for this event.
This event is not a fund raiser or for profit, but to celebrate our continued commitment
and involvement in the community.
Sincerely,
Melanie F. Anderson
VP, Banking Center Manager
305 E North Park Street Okeechobee, Florida 34972 Telephone 863 763-5535 Fax 863 763-6533
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(863) 763-3372 FAX (863) 763-1686
AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM
Please mail or bring completed form to:
City of Okeechobee
City Administratorl's Office
55 SE 3"' Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34974
NAME: 1,41clanie- knderson
ADDRESS: -3o5 �-� - t�oyib Par V-'si
IDY-eemobee- FL -3-�Q-7a
TELEPHONE: --1Lo3-t)535 FAX: '-Ro3-Lo533
MEETING: REGULAR A SPECIAL 0 WORKSHOP C3 DATE: 5IIS)04
PLEASE STATE THE ITEM YOU WISH TO HAVE PLACED ON THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA:
Ws'� Pe-vcn4 (\pphcaton F-P-t- vqniverk f-oy- ()t
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e-ainna vinson c-ienLwo conraitio--to, ,:)t-Lnrnt-Htd
the —iPrntxjy-omj Ver-mil- 6pplica-hor).
PLEASE STATE DESIRED ACTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
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PLEASE SUMMARIZE PERTINENT INFORMATION CONCERNING YOUR REQUEST AND
ATTACH APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS:
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IF PRESENTATION IS TO BE MADE, PLEASE STATE HOW MVCH TIME YOU ARE REQUESTING:
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To: City Council Members & Administrator Veach
From: Katrina Vinson, General Services Coordinator
Date: May 18, 2004
Subject: Updated Property Tax Verification
I have attached a receipt showing that the 2003 property taxes for the proposed
subdivision, Morgan Manor, have been paid in full.
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Phone: (863) 763-3372 ext. 218
Fax: (863) 763-1686
EXHIBIT 6 —
MAY 18.) 2004 AGENDA
Date Pewhod: Fee Paid
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Date Diebbuted to City Staff and TRC: TIZJ� ffl-Vq 4
Ropedy Taxes Paid Vedftcatim: 3ee IpA�ad-Lcd ryumc
Date of City Council Review. 104
Counc4l Acfion:
APPLICATION FOR PRELIMINARY PLATTING OR SUBDIVIDING PROPERTY
NAMEOFPROJECT: Morpn Ma-noy-
NAME OF PROPERTY OWNER(S): Oa_�Yc(ak "Dff In r,
OWNER(S) NWLWG ADDRESS: 'P 0, 'BcDy, J,� 9 9 ) o K E F c IFL -3149-73
OWNERS PHONE: 8 6 3 - 6 9 "7 - 9 5 � 9 FAX:
NAM OF APPLICANT: CLy- TY-0 e Y--'a � em-
APPLICANT MAIUNG ADDRESS: 0 SW z �� e e
APPLICANTS PHONE: 963- 634- 1W FAX:
CONTACT PERSON: N mv� cauk � �
CONTACT PERSONS PHONE: k I S C_�Ove' FAX:
ENGINEER, Lov-%,s
ADDRESS: 4�0 NE_
SURVEYOR: J CL M e- S
ADDRM: 07 3 &.�3
PHONE: W63-7(,3-?54(,
FAX:
PHONE: ��3 -4Lol S7oo
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DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT INCLUDING ALL PROPOSED USES: 9.?CLr- 5�6 �_'Ots
NumsERtmwRIPTION OF PHASES: &r��e ?\�Gse'
LOCATION OFIDIRECTIONSTO THE PROJECT: e&Sj c� V�& '?� S E
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EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS ON PROPERTY: SVJ4 V-es k A WU
13 PROPOSED USE DIFFERENT FROM EXISTING OR PRIOR USE? YES (NO) N/A
TOTAL LAND AREA IN SQUARE FEET' 3 9 5 9 ORACRES:
EXISTING 1IMPERVIOUS SURFACE: 0 C; SQUARE FEET
ADDITIONAL IMPERVIOUS SURFACE: I a +3 SQUARE FEET
PROPOSED TOTAL IMPERVIOUS SURFACE: I �� � 0/0
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CURRENT ZONING: CURRENT FUTURE LAND USE: F(f'y"dQr)+Cd
CONFIRMATION OF INFORMATION ACCURACY
I hweby cerWy MM ft k*M&00n /" " 4PPADOWn Is cw*d T7W koh"edw kwkj*d In this sppkabm Is for un by &W City of Okeechobee In plocessiV rw 10WOW Fill"
or n93ba0v kMxm&6w noy be purd3hablv by a &W of up to $5W.00 and kqprbotww* of up to 30 days and may m&* In Me amnMNY d*RW Of this APP&01,0".
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Date
Signature of Applicant Printed Name
Parcel ID Number: 2-22-37-000-00049-A000
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Prepared by: SUSIE BURK
Return to:
Okce-Tantic Title Company, Inc.
105 Nw 6th Street
Okeechobee, Florida 34972
FILE NO. 22698
Warranty Deed
This Indenture, Executed this September 25, 2003 A.D. Between
FIL-E HUM 3c?c?805
OR BK 00514 PG 0063
SHARON ROBERTSONP CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT
OKEECHOBEE COUNTYP FL
RECORDED 10/17/2003 0:05:46 AM
RECORDING FEES 10.50
DEED DOC IP022.00
RECORDED BY 6 Mewbourn
NOAH R� WILCOX, A/K/A RUCKER WILCOX, A SINGLE MAN
whose address is POST OFFICE BOX 482, OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA 34973, hereinafter called the grantor, to
DAYBREAK DEVELOPMENT INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION
whose post office address is: 3050 BISCAYNE BLVD., SUITE 600, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137, hereinafter called the grantee:
(Whenever used herein the tcrm"gnmtor"and'grantcc* include all the parties to this instrument and the heirs, legal representatives and assigns of
individuals, and the successors and assigns of corporations)
Witnessethv that the grantor, for and in consideration of the sum of Ten Dollars, ($10.00) and other valuable
considerations, receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged, hereby grants, bargains, sells, aliens, rentises, releases, conveys and coatirms
unto the grantee, all that certain land situate in Okeechobee County, Florida, viz:
Legal Description as Exhibit "A"
Parcel ID Number- 2-22-37-35-OAOO-00049-AOOO
Subject to covenants, restrictions, casements ofrecord and taxes for the current year
Together with all the tenements, hercditaments and appurtenances thereto belonging or in anywise appertaining.
To Have and to Hold, the same in fee simple forever.
Amd the grantor hereby covenants with said grantee that the grantor is lawfully seized of said land in fee simple; that the
grantor has good right and lawful authority to sell and convey said laud; that the grantor hereby fully warrants the title to said land and
will defend the same against the lawful claims of all persons wbomsoevcri and that said land is free of all encumbrances except taxes
accruing subsequent to December 31, 2003.
In Witness Whereof, the said grantor has signed and scaled these presents the day and year first above written.
Signed, sealed and reuddin urpresence:
(Seat)
---Sylvia E. Burk NOAH R. WILCOX
Witness P led Name Address: POST OFFICE BOX 482, OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
34973
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State of Florida
County of Okeechobee
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this September 25, 2003, by NOAH R. WILCJPX AXA"WCKER WILCOX,
A SINGLE MAN, who is/are personally known to me or wh goduced a drivers license as i . Ion.
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City of Okeechobee
55 SE 3rd Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
To whom it may concern:
Daybreak Development, Inc, A Florida Corporation is the property owner of the proposed
subdivision Morgan Manor. Daybreak Development is owned by myself, Jonas Morgan.
1, Jonas Morgan, authorize Mark Troendle to act as agent, and sign on behalf of me, in all
regards to the Morgan Manor Subdivision/Platting Process.
Jonas Morgan
Daybreak Development, Inc.
State of Florida
County of Okeechobee
The foregiding instrument was acknowledged before me this 5th day of May 2004 by Jonas
Morgan-'/�Who is personally known to me.
Sea[: KATRINA VINSON
fbhature of Notary MY COMMISSION # DD 228546
EXPIRES: July 1. 2W7
Boroad Ttwu Notary Public Underwriters
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GENERAL SUBDIVISION INFORMATION;
This site, roughly 9-acres in size, is presently undeveloped except for one existing single-
family residence (wood frame), which is presently unoccupied. Surrounding
development consists entirely of residential uses, except for the Blue Heron Golf &
Country Club located south of this site. The site consists of deep sands that support a
vegetative community consisting primarily of oaks and palmetto. Prior to recent
vegetation clearing activities, a monoculture of air -potato (exotic vegetation) covered the
site.
The property is located within the Taylor Creek Drainage Basin, which is served by the
South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) Pump Station. The SFWMD Pump
Station serves to control water elevations within the basin at elevation 13.5' NGVD
(pump off elevation). This site, which can be considered flat for all practical purposes,
has an average elevation of 22.5' NGVD. A topographic map of the site was submitted
to the city prior to the pre -application meeting with the Technical Review Committee.
The combination of soils (deep sands) and the established control elevation for the basin
(13.5' NGVD) prevents the generation of surface water runoff, except under the most
extreme conditions. Storm water percolates into the deep sands and is conveyed to the
receiving system through groundwater flow.
Proposed are 15-lots (roughly 0.5-acres in size), as shown on the preliminary plat and site
plan, that will be served by a single access road and cul-de-sac (linear extension of SE
I 01h Street). Lot swales and roadside swales will serve to contain storm water on -site, for
water quality treatment and attenuation, for events up to and including the 25-year event.
The primary mode of discharge from the site, as described above, is through percolation.
Extreme storm events, in excess of the 25-year event, will overflow to the roadside
drainage system along the west boundary of the property, as presently occurs. The
project qualifies for a No Notice General Permit from the SFWMD in conjunction with
40E-400, F.A.C. There are no existing wetlands or Other Surface Waters located within
the boundaries of this property. Utilities proposed for the project will consist of city
water and gravity sewer. City water is available and is located adjacent to the property.
In addition, an existing manhole (gravity sewer) is located directly adjacent to the site.
Proposed is the utilization of individual can -pump waste treatment systems that convey
flow to a force main, which will direct flows to the existing gravity system located along
SE 9th Avenue.
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PRELIMINARY PLAT AGREEMENT
THIS Agreement, made and entered into this day of
1 2004, by and between , (hereinafter
referred to as "OWNER"), and THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, a political subdivision of
the State of Florida (hereinafter referred to as "CITY").
RECITALS
A. OWNER is the fee simple owner of a certain tract of land located with in The City
Of Okeechobee consisting of approximately 8.5 acres; the said property
hereinafter being referred to as "PROPERTY" and being more particularly
described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. OWNER is the
holder of all legal and equitable ownership rights in the PROPERTY.
B. The OWNER represents that it is the fee simple owner of the PROPERTY and
that the rights granted herein and the obligations created hereby shall in no way be
affected by the property right of any other entity at the time of the execution of
this Agreement; upon sale or assignment of the property or development to any
other person or entity; or at any time between the execution of this Agreement and
the recording of this Agreement in the Public Records of Okeechobee County,
Florida.
C The OWNER desires to develop the PROPERTY as a subdivision consisting of
fifteen (15) developed lots, with improvements, tentatively to be named
BRENTWOOD ESTATES at this time. The current land use plan is therefore
reasonable and appropriate for application to the PROPERTY upon fulfillment of
the OWNER'S obligations under this preapplication Agreement. It is the purpose
of this Agreement to provide necessary information for final plat approval, and a
mechanism to mitigate potential adverse roadway, drainage, parking and traffic
circulation impacts created by the Development of the PROPERTY and to ensure
that adequate public services may be provided to the PROPERTY and to the
balance of the residents of the CITY.
D. The OWNER agrees to construct certain roadways, landscaping, pedestrian, and
transportation improvements as set for-th in this Agreement, in conjunction with
Development of residential lots, which improvements will mitigate the potential
adverse impacts of the proposed Development.
E This Agreement is authorized by Florida Statutes (2000), and the CITY OF
OKEECHOBEE Unified Land Development Code Ordinance No. 716, as
amended, and Chapter 86 thereof, and the provisions of those laws as they exist as
of the date of this Agreement are incorporated herein by reference and shall
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govern the relationship of the parties under the terms of this Agreement. Any
matters required by existing state statute of CITY Ordinance(s) which are not a
part of this Agreement shall, nevertheless, be complied with by the parties. The
OWNER and its successors or assigns in interest shall be responsible for every
obligation set forth under the terms of this Agreement. The PROJECT as set forth
herein is consistent with the CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Comprehensive Land Use
Plan and CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Unified Land Development Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein
made and agreed to be kept, the parties hereto agree as follows:
The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by
reference.
2. The OWNER understands this Agreement is for the purpose of conditional
approval of preliminary plat and construction plans, prepatory to final plat
approval. This Agreement will be valid for a time period of up to twenty-
four (24) months from the date that it is executed by all parties; if final
plat approval is not obtained within twelve (12) months after approval of
the preliminary plat, and the CITY is of the opinion that circumstances
surrounding the project are sufficiently changed, the CITY reserves the
right to render this Agreement null and void, and require OWNER to
commence the platting process anew. This Agreement may be extended by
mutual consent of the CITY and OWNER, subject to a public hearing and
participation. Further, this Agreement may be canceled only by the mutual
consent of the parties or their successors in interest. The execution of this
Agreement and conditional approval of preliminary plat shall confer no
legal rights to OWNER to construct the proposed development unless and
until OWNER complies fully,%krith all applicable requirements, -statutes,
codes and ordinances, regardless whether set forth herein, and obtains
final plat approval from the CITY.
3. The OWNER represents that nothing herein is barred or prohibited by any
other contractual agreement to which it is a party or to which any of its
agents or representatives are a party, by any existing statute or rule, by an
existing governmental agency, by any third party, or by the rights of any
other party with a direct or contingent interest in the PROPERTY, whether
legal or equitable.
4. All Development rights created hereunder will be subject to compliance
with all CITY ordinances, and including but not limited to zoning
approval, Ordinance No. 814, and site plan approvals, and platting
requirements, including Ch. 86 Land Development regulations, each of
which shall be in compliance with all Development permits and applicable
regulations of CITY, Regional, District, State and Federal Agencies. The
failure of this Agreement to address a particular permit, condition, term, or
restriction shall not relieve the OWNER of the necessity of complying
with the existing law governing said permitting requirements, conditions,
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terms or restrictions and any matter or thing required to be done under
existing ordinances of the CITY or regulations of any other government
agency or other entity having legal authority over the PROPERTY. No
such ordinance, law or regulation with otherwise be amended, modified or
waived unless conduct constituting such modification, amendment or
waiver is provided for herein and all necessary procedural steps are taken
relative to the granting of such modification, amendment or waiver in
accordance with terms of applicable CITY ordinances and State Statutes.
All applicable impact fees, Development review fees, building permit fees,
and all other fees of any type shall be paid in accordance with their terms
and in such amounts applicable as they become due and payable except as
is otherwise specifically provided herein.
5. The parties agree that the CITY'S willingness to enter into this
Agreement, the staff approval or recommendation relative to the proposed
Development, land use plan designations, the passage of ordinances
attempting to modify the land use designations, submittals to or before the
City of Okeechobee City Council or the Florida Department of
Community Affairs, and any other act in furtherance of this Agreement by
the CITY, including the negotiations leading up to the execution of this
Agreement, will not be used by the OWNER or its successors in interest in
any way whatsoever as committing the CITY legally through theory of
equitable estoppels, vesting of rights, obligation of authorship, or any
other legal theory to the approval of such proposed Development in the
event that this Agreement is terminated, does not proceed to final plat
approval, or for any other reason does not take effect in all material
respects. The parties further agree that any and all action by the OWNER
or its representatives in negotiation of this Agreement and including all
efforts in the implementation of the Agreement or submittals to other
governmental bodies shall in no way be deemed to be an action in reliance
giving rise to an equitable estoppels, or a vesting of right, and in the event
that it is not possible to implement this Agreement fully, the par -ties' legal
positions will be identical to the legal position that they would have
maintained, of any, and all matters regarding the proposed Development
of the PROPERTY had never been discussed between them, and the CITY
held harmless by OWNER.
6. Notwithstanding the current land use plan designations, the maximum
intensity which may be built on the PROPERTY shall not be greater than
fifteen (15) residential lots; with roadway, drainage and such
improvements as designated on preliminary plat of BRENTWOOD
ESTATES prepared by Loris Assmussen, P.E., on behalf of OWNER.
a. In accord with the Project's preliminary plat, any subsequent
phases, expansions, additions, new structures, and/or
modifications will require new site plans subject to CITY'S
ordinances and review and approval process, particularly but not
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limit ed to all roadway construction and storm water drainage
requirements.
b. When the public health, safety and welfare would be adversely
affected by such Development all such matters will be addressed
during the permitting process and nothing herein shall limit the
legislative discretion of the CITY in the permitting process to
ensure and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public.
However, such limitations shall not act to reduce the maximum
allowable Development provided for herein above.
c. All government approvals and permit will be obtained by
OWNER at OWNER'S sole cost, including if applicable, water
and wastewater availability fees and connection fees from the
Okeechobee Utility Authority. In the event that any Development
permissions are not received, no further Development of the
PROPERTY will be allowed until such time as the City Council
has reviewed the Development and determined whether or not to
modify it in a manner consistent with the public interest. Under
these conditions, action and reliance on these expenditures in
pursuance of its terms and of any right accruing the OWNER
hereunder, shall not vest any Development rights in OWNER nor
shall it constitute partial performance entitling OWNER to a
continuation of this Agreement.
7. The final plat shall substantially conform to the preliminary plat as
approved by the CITY, and the OWNER shall provide to the city the
following, prior to final plat approval -
a. Proof of compliance with all provisions applicable in ch. 86 land
Development regulations, including but not limited to Sections
86-71, through 86-74
b. A description of the work to be done, and the time specified
therefore by OWNER.
c. That no exceptions to requirements or standards shall be granted
to OWNER unless same are duly approved by the technical
review committee or the city council.
d. A written separate agreement, as to any participation by CITY in
the project.
e. A written, separate agreement, if any, as to the lien imposed
upon the lands of OW'NER for any work to be performed by the
CITY.
f Proof of compliance with all conditions precedent to the issuance
of building permits to be issued by the CITY.
g. Proper documents conveying by OWNER to CITY of all water,
wastewater, and ston-n lines installed within dedicated public
rights -of -way.
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h. A written, separate agreement of OWNER to maintain and repair
all streets, rights of way, curbing and drainage facilities in the
subdivision for a period of one (1) year prior to acceptance of
same by CITY.
i. Provide a certificate executed by the city administrator showing
approval of the city council that OWNER has complied with
either (1) that the Development will proceed without bond, or (2)
that a surety bond has been procured guaranteeing that the work
will be completed in accord with the final plat and all conditions
attached thereto
j A certified drawing from OWNERS engineer of all Landscaped
areas as may be indicated and approved on the site plan of
OWNER for this project and
k. Street/median landscaping, irrigation and continued
maintenance;
1. Adequate and safe pedestrian crossings for street parking based
on a plan approved by the City Engineer;
m. Road improvements to meet CITY parking and curbing standards
as per CITY land Development Regulations and fire safety
codes.
n. Storm water drainage facilities based upon a plan approved by
the City Engineer, which design shall provide access from public
rights of way for maintenance of such facilities.
o. A final developer's agreement, required prior to final plat
approval by the CITY and recording of same in the public
records, containing all of the above information and requirements
executed pursuant to Sec. 86-73(e)(f) of the land development
regulations.
8. The Development of the PROPERTY shall be in accordance with the
preliminary plat as approved by the city council, or as thereafter amended,
shall be completed with all designated improvements and requirements of
CITY; and shall meet the requirements of all existing CITY ordinances
except as is otherwise specifically waived or modified herein. The CITY
and the OWNER shall coordinate the scheduling of construction
obligations herein with the Development schedule of the MINER so that
infrastructure improvements provided for herein will be completed in a
timely fashion so as to provide services to the proposed Development in
an orderly manner.
9. Any notice or request required or authorized to be given by the terms of
this Agreement or under any applicable law by either party shall be in
writing, hand -delivered, or sent by certified or registered mail, postage
prepaid, return receipt requested. Such written notice shall be addressed as
follows:
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AS TO THE OWNER
AS TO THE CITY
The City Administrator
55 S.E. 3 Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Either party may, by subsequent written notice, designate a different
address or party for receiving notice.
a. This Agreement shall constitute a covenant running with the land for
the duration hereof and shall be binding upon the OWNER, their heirs
successors in interest or assigns, and upon all persons deriving title by,
through or under said OWNER and upon its assigns and successors in
title. The Agreements contained herein shall benefit and limit all
present and future owners of the PROPERTY and the CITY for the
term hereof
b. This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement and understanding
between the parties and no modification hereof shall be made except
by written Agreement executed with the same formality of the
Agreement. Te parties acknowledge that there are no outstanding
agreements of any kind between the parties other than as reflected
herein, Except as is otherwise specifically provided herein the
PROPERTY shall be subject to the laws, ordinances and regulations of
the City of Okeechobee, Florida, as they exist as of the date of this
Agreement.
c. Any reference in this Agreement to the OWNER contemplates the
undersigned or its successors in interest. Assignment of any rights or
interest or obligations under this Agreement shall not relieve the
OWNER hereunder except upon a release being executed by the
parties hereto and recorded in the Public Records of Okeechobee
County, Florida, upon such terms that are mutually satisfactory to the
parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereto set their hands and seals the
day and year first above written.
Signed, sealed and delivered
In the presence of
koa-nd-q
Witnessb-
NamePrinted: Randy Milner
Witness
Name printed: sabrina Wilde
OWNER A C SO
OWNER
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Signed, sealed and delivered
In the presence of
THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
A political subdivision of the State
Of Florida
Witness
Name Printed: By:
Mayor
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
BEFORE ME, personally appeared
to me well known/produced a driver's license and known to me to be the person(s)
described in and who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged to and before
me that he/she/they executed said instrument for the purpose therein expressed.
WITNESS my hand and official seal this day of
,2004.
Notary Public
My Commission Expires
Commission Number:
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
BEFORE ME, personally appeared
Mayor of the CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, to me well known/produced a driver's license
and know to me to be the person described in and who executed the foregoing instrument,
and acknowledged to and before me that he executed said instrument for the purposes
therein expressed.
WITNESS my hand and official seal this day of
,2004.
Notary Public
My Commission Expires:
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DECLARATION OF PROTECTIVE COVENANTS
In order to preserve the values of Brentwood Estates, the following provisions shall be
enforced to the Property:
1. SINGLE FAMILY. Each lot or unit shall be used as a residence for a single-
family occupancy only and for no other purpose.
2 All construction plans must be approved by the developer or Homeowner's
Association.
3. BUSINESS No business shall be conducted in any residence unless it is
considered to be a Home Occupation as defined by the Okeechobee County
Ordinance and has the written approval of the Association.
4. FENCES. Fences and Walls. No fence or privacy wall may be constructed on
a lot without the prior approval of the Homeowner's Assoc. or developer. If
any owner desires to construct a fence or privacy wall on his lot, the owner
shall submit a plan to the HOA showing the proposed location of the fence or
privacy wall upon the lot.
5 POST LIGHT. Each residential unit shall have and maintain a post -style front
yard light of the type and appearance approved by the HOA or the developer.
The light shall be photocell -controlled for duck to dawn operation with light
bulbs of a type and wattage approved by the HOA or developer being
promptly replaced where necessary. Electrical power shall be available to the
post light at all times.
6 SIGNS. No signs may be displayed on a lot in the subdivision with out prior
written approval of the HOA or developer.
7. GARBAGE. No garbage, trash, refuse or rubbish shall be deposited, dumped
or kept upon any part of the property except in closed containers or other
garbage collection facilities deemed suitable by the HOA or developer, or
appropriate governmental authority for curb side pickup and shall not be
placed at the curb no sooner than 5:00p.m. on the day before the scheduled
pickup. All containers and other garbage collection facilities shall be screened
from view from outside the lot upon which they are located and kept in a
clean condition with no noxious or offensive odors emanating from them.
8 RADIO EQUTPMENT. No ham radios or radio transmission equipment shall
be operated or permitted to be operated in the property, if the same would
interfere with TV, radio, or other electronic uses by others.
9. TEMPORARY BULDINGS. No tents, trailers, shacks or other temporary
buildings or structures shall be constructed or otherwise placed within
Brentwood except in connection with construction, development or sales
activities permitted under this Declaration or with the prior written consent of
the HOA or developer.
10 DETACHED BUILDINGS. No detached buildings shall be pen-nitted on any
lot in the subdivision without the prior consent and approval of the HOA or
developer
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11. REPAIRS. Each owner shall, at his own expense, repair his residence,
keeping the same in a condition comparable to its original condition, normal
wear and tear excepted.
12. OUTSIDE STORAGE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY. All personal property
of Brentwood residents shall be kept inside the dwelling units or a fenced or a
walled -in yard, except for patio furniture and accessories, and other personal
property commonly kept outside, which must be kept in the rear of the lot and
must be neat appearing, maintained in good condition, and screened from any
road.
13. AESTHETIC COMPATIBILITY. Subject to the exemptions afforded the
developer, below, all new construction or exterior remodeling shall be
reviewed by the developer prior to commencement of construction. No
changes shall be made to the exterior physical appearance of a structure,
including color changes, without the prior consent of the HOA or developer.
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MEMO
To: City Council Members & Administrator Veach
From: Katrina Vinson, General Services Coordinator Mv
Date: May 4, 2004
Subject: Property Tax Verification
I called to verify the property taxes on the proposed subdivision, parcel identification
number 2-22-37-35-OAOO-00049-AOOO. The property taxes for 2003 have not been paid,
the balance owed is $1,892.25. The taxes are due at the Tax Collectors Office by May 20,
2004.
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES
April 7, 2004
11 AGENDA
1. Call to Order - Chairperson.
Technical Review Committee Meeting - Joe Boyd, Chairperson.
lei. Chairperson and Staff Attendance - Chairperson Boyd.
Voting Members: Joe Boyd, City Building Official
Bill Veach, City Administrator
Denny Davis, Police Chief
Donnie Robertson, Public Works Director
Kelly Hill, LaRue Planning and Management Services
Keith Torrey, Fire Chief
Oscar Bermudez, City Engineer
Katrina Vinson, General Services Coordinator
Non -Voting Ex-Officio Members:
Eddie Trent, Okeechobee County Health Department
John Cook, City Attorney
L.0 Fortner, Okeechobee Utility Authority Executive Director
Ill. New Business.
A. Pre -application for a new subdivision located directly East of S.E. 91h Avenue, and North
of Blue Heron Golf and Country Club The proposed subdivision, Morgan Manor, is
owned by Day Break Development, Inc., Jonas Morgan is the applicant. Mr. Morgan is
proposing a single family development consisting of 14 lots.
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
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Chairperson Boyd called the April 7, 2004 Technical Review Committee meeting to order at 10:03 a.m.
Each member stated their name and organization they are representing for the record,
Present
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Absent
Present - Battalion Chief Smith sat in as voting member
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Chairperson Boyd reviewed the memo submitted by Kelly Hill of LaRue Planning and Management. The
memo stated: This memo is concerning your request for review of the Preliminary Plat for Morgan Manor
The following items should be addressed. (1) Lot I appears not to be deep enough at +/- 80'for a building
site. The lot has a 25'front setback and 1 0'rear setback, which will only allow for a +/- 45'long single family
home. (2) The street should be redesigned to connect with the existing SE 10' Street. (3) The Land
Development Regulations for the City requires sidewalks for a new neighborhood, per section 76-36(a)(2)
We would defer this issue to the City Engineer to determine if sidewalks are needed in a neighborhood of
this size. (4) The road width and circle turn -around should be determined by City Fire and Emergency
Personnel so adequate turnaround of emergency vehicles is provided (5) The proposed lift station needs
labeling on the Site Plan. (6) Lot7 is too narrow at7l.85' All widths shall not be less than 75' per section
90-105(a)(1). All other aspects of the Plat seem to meet the requirements for the Residential Single -Family
One (RSF-1) Zoning District.
AGENDA
New Business, continued.
A. Pre -application for Morgan Manor, continued.
APRIL 7,2004- TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE - PAGE 2 OF 3
ACTION - DISCUSSION -VOTE il
City Engineer Bermudez reiterated the importance of 10' Street being lined up with the existing 10" Street.
He also requested that the water and sewer system, as well as the lift station, be shown on the drawings.
Mr Bermudez explained that sidewalks are at the option of the developer, as well as the movement of
property lines will address the narrowness of Lot 7 LC Fortner, Okeechobee Utility Authority, explained that
water and sewer were available, and are to be installed by the developer City Administrator Veach
explained that the City requires a 4 inch force main in the City right-of-way. Eddie Trent, Okeechobee
County Health Department, had no comments. Battalion Chief Smith addressed the concerns of the Fire
Department. He explained that the cul-de-sac needed to have 100 foot of paved radius. Mr. Smith also
requested that a fire hydrant be placed at the entrance of the subdivision, as well as one be placed halfway
down the street. Police Chief Davis had no comments. Public Works Director Robertson questioned the
water retention. Mr. Robertson also requested that all culverts be 15 x 20 in size, and made with metal. City
Administrator Veach had no additional comments,
Lorris Asmussen, Project Engineer, explained that lining 10"' Street up with the existing 10" Street would not
be feasible for the project, this would cause Lot 1 to be removed. Mr Asmussen explained that each
individual lot would have a small pump station, this would then pump the sewer to the force main in the City
right-of-way Once in the force main the sewer would have a gravity flow to the OUA hookup. Mr Fortner,
Okeechobee Utility Authority, explained that the pumps would be the responsibility of the individual property
owners, Okeechobee Utility Authority would pick up at the property line. City Administrator Veach expressed
concern about the individual pumps, he questioned if the pumps would be the responsibility of the property
owner or the City to maintain. Chairperson Boyd instructed Katrina Vinson, General Services Coordinator,
to speak with the Attorney about the individual pumps.
Mr Asmussen also explained that there is a possibility of an ownership change, in turn the development
name may change. Mr. Asmussen explained that there is very little water run off, all water will be removed
with swails and roadside runoff.
There was no further discussion from the Committee, and no public comments.
Oscar Bermudez motioned to approve the pre -application for Morgan Manor subdivision, based on the
following comments being addressed:
I Correct the size of lot one. The lot does not appear to be deep enough, as stated in the
memo from Kelly Hill,
2. Street needs to be redesigned to connect with the existing SE 10t, Street.
3. Correct the size of lot seven. The lot is too narrow at 71.85 feet, as stated in the memo from
Kelly Hill.
AGENDA
Ill. New Business, continued.
A. Pre -application for Morgan Manor, continued.
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101 IV. Adjournment - Chairperson.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE ADVISED that if any person desires to appeal any decision made by the Technical Review
Committee with respectto any matter considered at this proceeding, such interested person will need a record of the proceedings,
and for such purpose may need to ensure a verbatim record ofthe 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.
Joe Boyd, Chairperson
ATTEST
Katrina Vinson, General Services Coordinator
APRIL 7,2004 - TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE - PAGE 3 OF 3
ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE
Show water and sewer system on the Site Plan. This needs to be shown once it is decided
whether to use one individual lift station, or a small pump on each individual lot pumping the
sewer into the main line and gravity flow the sewer to the CIUA line. When installing the
force main, the City requires a four inch force main to be used within the City right-of-way
Cul-de-sac needs to be 100 feet of diameter, the entire 100 feet needs to be paved.
A fire hydrant needs to be placed at the entrance of the development, and one needs to be
placed at/near the halfway mark of SE 10t' Street in the development.
Need to use metal 15 x 20 culvert pipes.
Determination by the City Attorney regarding individual pumps on each property, will they
be the responsibility of the City or the property owners.
The motion was seconded by Herb Smith, Battalion Chief.
VOTE
BERMUDEZ - YEA
BOYD - YEA
DAVIS - YEA
ROBERTSON - YEA
SMITH - YEA
VEACH - YEA
MOTION CARRIED.
There being no further items on the agenda, Chairperson Boyd adjourned the meeting at 10:25 a.m.
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DESCRIPTION
A PARCEL OF LAND LVIING IN THE SOUT11EAST 1/4 OF SEICTION 22,
TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH R94CE 35 EAST, OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, nDMDA6
AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
DEDICATION
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS THAT DAYBIREAK DEVE1,01MWENT, W.' A
FLORIDA CORPORATION, OWNER OF THE LANDS SHOWN HERZON. OEM IN
SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 37 SCRjrrK RANGE 35 EAST, OKEECHOBEE COUNTY.
FLORIDA, SHOWN HEREON AS COLINTRy HILLS RANCHES, PAS CAUSED THE SAME TO BE
SURVEYED AND PLATtED AS SHOWN MERDDN AND DOES NOtOY DEDICATE AS
1. THE DRAINAGE EASMIIENTS, AS SHOW HEREON. ARE HEREBY DEDICATED IN
PERPETUITY FOR DRAINAGE PURPOSES. THE MAINTENANCE OF ALL DRAINAGE
FACILM LOCATED THEREIN SHALL BE IME PERPETUAL MAINTENANCE
OBLMIION OF THE OWNERS OF THE LOTS PLATTED HEREIN. WITHOUT
RECOURSE TO OKMO400M COUNTY.
NOT PLATTED
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
1339.83'
NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE M �/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECMOBEE
BEFORE ME THE UNDERSIGNED NOTARY PUBLIC. PERSONALLY APPEARED
IS =NT
.a=Y
Tb OF
DAYBREAK DEVELOPMENT, INC.. A NE PEMS.'
KNOWN AND KNOWN BY ME TO BE THE INDIVIDUAL DESCRIBED IN
AND WHO EXECUTED THE FOREGOING DEDICATION AND HE ACKNOWLEDGED
BUM ME THAT HE EXECUTED THE SAME.
WTHIESS W HAND AND O"MN. SEAL AT OKEECHOBEE COUIM, FLORIDA THIS
DAY OF - 2004.
NOTARY PUBLIC. STATE OF FLORIDA AT LARGE
PRINTED NAME OF NOTARY PUOU`C
COMMISSION N EXPIRES
SURVEYORS CERTIFICATE
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
1. THE UNDEIRSIONED PROFESSIONAL SURVEYOR AND MAPPER, HEREBY CER!TIFIES THAT
THE PLAT MMON WAS PREPARED LINDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT IT
WPM WITH ALL THE SURVEY REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPM M, PART 1, OF THE
STATUTES Or THE STATE OF FLORIDA.
TITLE CERTIFICATION
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
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R : 48.00'
L 75.35'
LOT 8
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1, -, MORNEY-AT-Lfiffif, AUTHORIZED TO PRACITICE IN THE STATE OF
5�DO MEMW CERTIFY THAT I HAVE EXAMINED THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
COUNTY. FUOMDk AND FIND THAT THE TITLE TO THE LANDS DESCRIBED
AS FOLLOWS:
A PARCEI. OF LAND LYING IN THE SOLTINWAST 1/4 OF SECTION 22,
TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH RANGE 35 CDUNITY, FLORM0.
BELONS
AND M304 MORE PARTICULARLY AMINUOF
5 VESTED IN THE NAME OF DAYBREAK DEVELOPMENT. INC.. A FLORIDA CORPORATION * AND THAT
THERE IS No MORTGAGE, AND THE TAXES FOR THE CURRENT TAX YEAR 14AVE NOT
BEEN PXD, AND ARE NOT YET OUL
JOHN D. CASSELS, AITORNEY-AT-LAW DATE
SURVEYORS NOTES
i. THE BEARINGS HEREON AM BASED UPON AN ASSUMED SEARM OF S WIV29' W. ALOW
THE WEST LINE OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 37 5"' RANGE 35 EAST.
2. UTILITY EASEMEN11S SHOWN HEREON SMALL ALSO BE FOR THE CoNSTWUGM MAINREMANICE
AND OPERATION OF gjAr IDED HOWEVER. NO SLXCM
INST 1'0��
ope�
O� PROV
CONSTRUCTION, CAKE TELEVISION 3EFtVICES SMALL
INTERFEME WITH THE FAMM NO SERVICES OF ELECTRIC. TELEPHONE, BAB OR OTHER
PUBLIC UTILITY. #4 THE EVENT A CABLE TELEVISION COMPANY DAMAGES THE FAMM
OF A PUBLIC VrLITY IT 94ALL BE SQUELY RESPONSVILE FOR THE CAMAGM
ACCEPTANCE BY OKEECHOBEE CITY COMMISSION
STATE OF FILDRIDA
COLWrr OF OKEECHOBEE
rr 6 HEREBY COMO THAT TIRS PLAT HAS BEEN OFFICIALLY APPROVED FOR RECORD
BY THE OKEECHOBEE CITY COMMISSION FOR THE CRY OF OKEECHOBEE.
=THS - DAY OF 2DO4.
of THIS PLAT FOR RECORDING DOES NOT CON91TTUTE ACCEPTANCE
MANITEMANICE OF THE STREETS. ROAM)% EASEWDITS OR 07HO FEATURES
DEPICTED ON THE PLAT REGARDIJESS OF THEIR DEDIC710N. NO DEVELOPMENT MGM
ARE GRANTED SDUMY By THE EXMCUTTION AND RECORDING OF THIS PLAT. ALL
PURCHASERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ONTAINING ANY NECESSARY STATE OR LOCAL
PERMITS AND UCENSES PRIOR TO DEVELOPMENT.
APPROVED'.
CHAR". CITY COMMISSONERS DATE
CERTIFICATE OF RECORDING
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
STATE OF FLORIDA
I, SHARON ROBERTSON. CLM OF CIRCUIT COURr DO HUM CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAT
WAS FLED FOR RECORD ON THE - DAY OF 2004, IN FIAT
BOOK _. PAGE
2. THE UTILITY EASEMENTIS AS SHOWN HEREON ARE HMW DEDKATED IN
PERPETUITY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION ' MAINTENANCE AND OPMTION OF PUBUC
UTILITIES. unury Eismom smAu Afm- BE FOR THE commucTioN.
MNNTEM04CE OF CABLE TELEVISION SERVICE34 PROVIDED
HOWEVER. NO =4W=M=CnON. INISTALLAIM AM OPERATION OF CAKE JAM R. ALMOND, PSM
TELEVISION SENIVICES SMALL INIUSERE WITH THE FACKM AM SUMCIES OF PROFESSIONAL SURVEYOR AND MAPPER MAIMER 2081
CERTIFICATE OF REVIEW
SKARON ROBERTSON
CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT
Afly
EUECMC. TEUEMHOW- GAS ON OTHER PUBUIC UTIUTTY THE EVENT A CABLE 2973 SW 3RD TERRACE OKEECHOBEE. FLORIDA 34974
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 177.051 FLORIDA STATUTES, TM RAT WAS
REVIEM FOR CONFORMANCE WITH CHAPTER 177. PART 1. FLORIDA STATUTM.
TELEVISION COMPANY DAMAGES THE FACILITIES OF A PUIN.IC UTILITY, IT SMALL
"OLE RANDOM CHECKS OF GEOMETRIC DATA SHOWN HEREON WERE PERFORMED.
BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DAVAGES.
NO REPRESENTATION HAS BEEN MADE TO THE VERIFICATION OF THE DATA
PIR1
SHOWN HEREON.
.1.1MIN
IN WITNESS WHEIW THE SAID CORPORATION HAS CAUSED THESE PRESENTS TO
BE SIGNED BY ITS PRESIDENT AND ITS CORPORATE SFAL TO
REVIEWED BY. P"NT NAME
THIS DOCUMENT W063 PRCPARM IN THE OFMCES OF
BE A"tKED HUM AND WITH 7HIE AUTHORITY OF SAID CORPORATION.
THIS - MAY Of 2004.
JAMES R. ALMOND, PSM
AnTST-.
um sm"m Nm*m COMLTmff
WITNESS PRESIDENT
2073 SLIN. M TWUMCIC
FLORIDA LICENSE NO.
FLOINDA 34074-28"
PhZ=1"M7-5700 I= (063) 467-6121
EXHIBIT 7 —
MAY 18,2004 AGENDA
Okeechobee Jaycees, Inc.
P.O. Box 1476
Okeechobee, F1 34973-1476
April 29, 2004
City of Okeechobee
55 SE 3d Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Dear City Council,
The Okeechobee Jaycees are once more hard at work preparing for the 0 of July fireworks
display. Without your generous contributions along with other businesses and citizens of
Okeechobee, we would be unable to fund this traditional display of patriotism each year.
The Okeechobee Jaycees are requesting $2,000.00 for this year's fireworks display, and we
hope that you will again consider us -
We thank you very much for your continued support.
Respectfully Yours,
Margaret Bowers
President
Okeechobee Jaycees
"WE BELIEVE THAT SERVICE TO HUMANITY IS THE BEST WORK OF LIFE"
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
DATE:
May 13,2004
SUBJECT:
Status Report
FROM:
Bill L. Veach, City Administrator
Below is a brief summary of past and upcoming events.
ADMINISTRATION GRIT — John Cook will present to the City Council during Executive Session
AND GENERAL (following our regularly scheduled meeting) on May 18, a proposed settlement related
SERVICES to the GRIT bankruptcy issue.
Industrial Park — Bids for the construction of the lift station were opened on May 12.
CAS had estimated the cost at $150,000. The lowest bid came in at approximately
$137,000. This will come before the City Council for consideration on May 18.
Officials from the City, CAS and the OUA met onsite with representatives from Ranger
Construction on Monday, May 10 to discuss issues related to the commencement of
construction. Its anticipated work will begin by Friday, May 14.
We have received a signed contract and down payment from Federal Cast Stone for the
purchase of approximately 20 acres in the industrial park. John Cook has prepared
documents for the optional (first right of refusal) 10 acres. This contract will come
before the City Council on May 18.
Downtown Streetscape Project — Construction on the downtown project began on
May 12. Donnie Robertson and Oscar Bermudez will be working closely with 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.
OUA — On May 11, the OUA Board approved the Developer's Agreement with the
City related to the industrial park. They tabled the issue of the odor treatment facility in
the Southeast part of town, until their staff could propose a design that will work in the
existing easement.
PUBLIC WORKS
CODE
ENFORCEMENT
FINANCE
POLICE
DEPARTMENT
FIRE DEPARTMENT
CITY COUNCIL
Donnie Robertson's staff continues with their efforts related to modification of the 4'h
Street boat ramp. A pre -construction meeting related to this year's street projects has
been conducted with the contractor. It is planned that the Notice to Proceed will be
issued early next week.
The Code Enforcement Board has recommended that the City Council pursue civil
judgments against Marvin Brantley and the Dasher heirs. Attorney Cook will be
bringing this to the City Council on June 1.
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. City staff has made inquiries to the pension fund administrators as
to why this is an annual problem and what possible solutions might be.
The Police Department is keeping busy with routine items. Their change to 12-hour
shifts seems to have been well received by staff and is reportedly working out quite
favorably.
Chief Tomey is preparing to vacate his position. A retirement party is planned for May
22. Battalion Chief Smith has moved significantly through the transition faze toward
assuming the role of Fire Chief He 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.
Council Member Watford will be recognized on June 26, 2004 in Orlando at the Florida
Cities of Excellence Awards Banquet. This is a new program sponsored by the Florida
League of Cities. He is being recognized for being an elected municipal official for 20
or more years.
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CITY CLERK
CITY ATTORNEY
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Candidate packets are available to pre -file. There are two candidates to date.
Qualifying week is Noon, August 16 through Noon, August 20, 2004.
The Clerk will be out of the office June 14 — 16 attending the Annual City Clerk's
Conference. Adriana and Kim will be covering the City Council meeting in her absence.
After receiving "official"population counts from the Bureau of Census, the City is now
at 5,452; the County is 31,784 for a total of 37,236.
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. Recommendations related to reversionary action in alley closings, etc.
4. Hamrick Trust — John is in discussion with the County Attorney on this matter.
5. Research annexation issues.
6. LDR issues, such as conversion of former residential structures to commercial
and CBD site regulations.
7. Marvin Brantley's continuing situation.
8. Revisions to Appointed Board Member selection and retention criteria.
9. Ordinance related to the commencement of sitework and clearing.
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TheiVeechobee News
P.O. Box 6W, Okeechobee, Florida 34973
(863) 763-3134
Published Daily
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE
Before the undersigned authority personally appeared
Judy Kasten, who on oath says she is Publisher of the Okeechobee
News, a DAILY Newspaper published at Okeechobee, in
Okeechobee County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertise- NOTICE OF CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION
t I BY THE CITY COUNCIL ` :
ment, being a ;,'CITY. OF,VKEECHOBEE,,.FLOFUOA�
NOTICE 18 HEREBY GIVEN that the Okeechobee'City
Council Will meet in Closed Executive Session to'dis-
cusS'Pending administrabye, proceedings concerning
GRIT nisarance Co�pan
Y.
The proposed Executive Session will be held on
in the matter of Tuesday, May 18, 2004 immediately following the
regulow meeting which begins at 6:00 p.m.,or as sban
—t�r,u C�i v S(410 ers OPT,
tc therofflAr.aS,I)OS - Cq Council Chamb- - R
Hall;
206' obkebl, at,"City, Zkfi�Sduthqgsl
VqV.A C', Okdd0hobfiejI4Id . a.
The, I proposed discussion shall . be confined't�seftle.
�ment ftegotiation or strategies relating to litigation Ox-
pendittiii concerning pending litigation WM GRIT In.
in the 19th Judicial District of the Circuit Court of Okeechobee surance;Gompany.,
County, Florida, was published in said newspaper in the issues
of Notice Is hereby given that thdfollowing wlil be in at-'
tendance: Mayor James E. Kirk, Council Members Noel
Chandler, Lowry Markham, Dowling R. Watford, Jr. and
Clayton, Williams, City Attorney John Coo,k., and City
Administrator Bill Veach.
A court reporter will be, resent to record the session
and the transcript shall ge made part of thEt public
Affiant further says that the said Okeechobee News is rFcord upon conclusion of the' litigation.
a newspaper published at Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee 'AYJAM" E. KIRK, MAYOR —
County, Florida, and that said newspaper has heretofore been L E GAMIOTEA, CITY CLERK
published continuously in said Okeechobee County, Florida 469511 ON 5/14/04
each week and has been entered as second class mail matter at
the post office in Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee County,
Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first
publication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant
further says that she has neither paid nor promised any person,
Finn or corporation any discount, rebate, commission or refund
for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in RECEIVEO
the said newspaper.
CAIA 120
AIA Y 1 7 2004
Sworn to �.d bscribe�efore me this 1A
day of CL A.D. 20 C-�A 6) C5
tl-� /Z ) (�5
R. Brown
Notary &blic, State of Flori a at La 118
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