CITY OF LYNN HAVEN
CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
AUGUST 12, 2003 - 4:00 P.M.
The City Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on
Tuesday, August 12, 2003 at 4:00 p.m. in the Commission
Meeting Room at City Hall.
Present:
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
Frances Wittkopf, Mayor Pro Tem/Commissioner
Antonius G. Barnes, Commissioner
Harold Haynes, Commissioner
Roger P. Schad, Commissioner
John B. Lynch, City Manager
Robert C. Jackson, City Attorney
Dennis Kiah, Assistant Police Chief
Mayor Kelley called the meeting to order and Commissioner
Barnes gave the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance
followed.
Agenda Addition: 11A. Discussion & possible action
regarding Methodist Church property.
Item #3. Mayor's Report:
A. Service Award
Presentation:
Mayor Kelley presented the Distinguished Service Medal to Lt.
Darrell Hernandez for his life saving efforts on July 28,
2003.
Mayor Kelley reported that the American Cancer Society will
kick off their inaugural Lynn Haven Rally on August 19, 2003.
Mayor Kelley stated that it has been brought to his attention
that children are having to cross HWY 77 to go to Mowat
Middle School; this is a busy intersection and the City has
asked FDOT twice to consider a traffic signal at the
intersection of HWY 77 & 17th Street.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To contact FDOT and
asked them for consideration to install a
traffic signal at HWY 77 & 17th Street.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
Mr. Richard Gutknecht, 1519 Pennsylvania Avenue, stated that
he brought this issue to the Mayor's attention and is
concerned with the safety involved with children crossing HWY
77. Mr. Gutknecht stated that he has drafted a letter to the
Governor requesting a walk-over, traffic signal or something
that will aid in pedestrian safety.
Mr. Dale Robitaille suggested that the police department help
in the interim.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #4. Commissioner's Report:
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Wittkopf:
- Commissioner Wittkopf reported that she will be
attending the Florida League of Cities Conference in
Orlando August 13-17, 2003.
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Schad:
- Commissioner Schad clarified areas of concerns
that have been brought up at previous meetings;
1)
parking on right of ways is permissible;
2) bidding process
is being done correctly;
3) city-wide tree inspection being
done by Mr. William Kornman is being done correctly
and Commissioner Schad suggested that a copy of the
inventory be placed at the library for the public.
Mr. Schad
stated that he would like to see all completed
studies placed in the library when they are
complete and an executive summary placed on the Internet so
that it will help keep the public informed.
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Barnes:
- No report.
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Haynes:
- Commissioner Haynes reported that he will also be
attending the FLC Conference.
Item #5. City Manager's Report:
A. Monthly
Department Reports: provided.
B. Employee of the Month - July: Lt. John
Delonjay, Fire Department, was presented the
Employee of the Month award for July 2003.
C. Employee Appreciation Certificate: Ms. Kelly
Sperandeo was presented a Certificate of
Appreciation for her work during the 4th of July
festivities.
City Attorney's Report:
City Attorney Jackson reported that
Mr. Davis has signed his deed to expand the right of way in
Mowat Highlands at the corner of Thurso Road and Dundee
Avenue.
Motion by Commissioner Haynes: To accept the deed
as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
City Attorney Jackson stated that Mr. Marvin McCain has not
signed his deed yet, however, Mr. Jackson recommends
Commission approval for the Mayor to accept the deed once Mr.
McCain has executed it.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To accept the
recommendation of staff as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Haynes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item #6. Minutes:
7/22/2003 - Regular Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To accept the minutes
as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
OLD BUSINESS:
Item #7.
Discussion and possible action regarding appointments to Beautification Board:
Staff recommends
approval to appoint Mr. William Kornman & Ms. Jeannette Yount
as members to the Beautification Board. There are presently
two vacancies.
Motion by Commissioner Haynes: To accept the
recommendation of staff as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
On Vote:
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #8. Discussion and possible action authorizing City
Manager to begin negotiations with Burton & Associates for a
revenue sufficiency analysis. (Tabled 7/22/03):
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To authorize City
Manager Lynch to begin negotiations as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
Commissioner Haynes asked how much this would cost.
City Manager Lynch reported that the last study cost $20,000
and he does not expect this study to exceed that amount.
Mr. Sammy Day wanted to know if water and sewer rates would
go up.
Commissioner Schad stated that this is a study to allow
options for the City.
Mr. Larry Wells stated that he did not have a problem with
the doing the study, however, he suggested it be done in
2004.
Ms. Shirley Rowe wanted to know if other companies had
applied to do the study.
City Manager Lynch reported that the City had done an RFQ and
three companies had responded.
Mr. Dale Robitaille commented on the study and the 5-year
plan.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: no
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-1
Commissioner Wittkopf stated that she didn't have a problem
with doing the study, however, she would like to see it done
at a later date.
NEW BUSINESS:
Item #9. Resolution 2003-08-334, supporting Urban &
Community Forestry Grant application for FY 04/05:
Grant
proposals are now being accepted by the State of Florida,
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for the 2003
Urban & Community Forestry Grant area. Staff proposes the
purchase of approximately 102 trees to be planted in the
North Ride area. The grant proposal also addresses continued
tree pruning and hazardous tree removal throughout the City.
The City's required match will be in man hours, equipment
usage, and a cash match of $5,000.
City Manager Lynch read
this resolution in its entirety.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve Resolution
2003-08-334 as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #10.
Discussion and possible action regarding truck traffic on Maine Avenue:
City Manager Lynch stated that there
have been complaints made regarding truck traffic on Maine
Avenue.
Staff recommends approval to authorize the City
Manager to enter into an arrangement with a traffic engineer
to do a proper traffic study to determine if there are
alternative ways to get traffic in and out of the industrial
park.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To accept the
recommendation of staff as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Haynes.
Commissioner Haynes wanted to know the cost.
City Manager Lynch stated that he would bring a contract to
the Commission for approval.
Mayor Kelley reported that the Commission recognizes that
there is a problem and believes this is the best course of
action.
Ms. Shirley Rowe wanted to know when this would begin.
Mayor Kelley stated that negotiations would begin with
authorization tonight.
Mr. Dale Robitaille commented on traffic on Maine Avenue. He
suggested that a 4-way stop sign be placed at Maine Avenue &
17th Street to slow traffic down.
City Manager Lynch stated that it is against Florida Law to
use stop signs to slow traffic down.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #11. Discussion and possible
action regarding Northwest Florida Water Management District projects:
Staff recommends
approval to enter into a Cooperative Agreement for shoreline
restoration and stormwater treatment at 5th Street Park with
Northwest Florida Water Management District, Resource
Management Division.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To accept the
recommendation of staff as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #11A.
Discussion and possible action regarding Methodist Church property:
Staff recommends authorization to
begin negotiations with Lynn Haven Methodist Church for
purchase of the Main Church, Coe-DeVane Building and the
white house in the amount of $868,000.
Motion by Commissioner Haynes: To accept the
recommendation of staff as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
Mr. Sammy Day wanted Commissioner's Barnes, Haynes & Schad to
declare that they are members of the Church.
Mr. Larry Wells wanted to know costs associated with
renovations to the buildings.
City Manager Lynch reported that some renovations will be
required for the sanctuary of the main Church, however, the
white house and the Coe De-Vane building can be used as is.
On Vote:
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Commissioner's Barnes, Haynes & Schad declared that they are
members of Lynn Haven Methodist Church.
Item #12. Public Commentary:
Ms. Shirley Rowe stated that she is concerned with the amount
of rain we have been receiving and what is being done about
mosquito control. Ms. Rowe is concerned with drainage and
standing water.
Mayor Kelley stated that the City would contact mosquito
control and ask about increased spraying.
Mr. Larry Wells thanked Commissioner Schad for his
enlightenment of the bidding process. Mr. Wells also asked
about removing damaged trees from his property.
City Manager Lynch suggested that Mr. Wells contact Public
Works regarding removal of trees.
Mr. Dale Robitaille suggested a score board be placed in
front of City Hall listing all projects. Mr. Robitaille also
commented about parking on right of ways. Mr. Robitaille
commented on the boat ramp at Porter Park. He would like to
see it repaired.
Mr. Sammy Day stated that he would like to see everyone go
through the metal detector.
Mr. Richard Gutknecht asked for increase police patrol in the
1500 block of Pennsylvania because of excessive speeding.
Mr. Gutknecht asked that the registration fees for animals be
reviewed to see if there is a better way of notifying the
public that fees are due.
There was no further business to discuss and the meeting was
adjourned at 5:10 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 26th DAY
OFAugust 2003
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
John B. Lynch, City Manager-Clerk
Prepared by Laurie Baker
