CITY OF LYNN HAVEN
CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 18, 2003 - 7:00 P.M.
The City Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at 7:00 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 gave the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance followed.
Agenda Change: 14A. Kimley/Horne Traffic Study
Item #3. Mayor's Report:
A. Proclamation: Bible Week - Nov. 23-30
City Manager Lynch read this proclamation in its entirety.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Mayor Kelley reported that he attended the Legislative Conference in Orlando on Nov. 15-17, 2003. Many items were covered; water is going to be a big issue during this process.
Item #4. Commissioner's Report:
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Wittkopf:
- Commissioner Wittkopf stated it was nice to see an audience out on such a bad weather night; she thanked everyone for coming.
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Schad:
- Commissioner Schad complimented the City and its employee’s for the good job done during the co-hosting of the Florida League of Cities dinner.
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Barnes:
- Commissioner Barnes reported that he attended the CRA workshop and thought it went well. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
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Haynes:
- Commissioner Haynes wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
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Item #5. City Manager's Report:
A. Monthly Department Reports: provided in packet.
City Manager Lynch stated that he attended the CRA workshop and thought Mr. Kurt Easton did a very good job presenting the CRA; approximately 40 people were in attendance and some very good comments were made.
B. Employee of the Month - October 2003: Mr. J.E. White, Patrol Officer, Police Department, was presented the Employee of the Month award for October 2003.
Item #6. City Attorney's Report:
No report.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item #7. Minutes:
10/28/2003 - Regular Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve 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 #8. First reading of Ordinance 756, Establishing a Utility Service District:
City Manager Lynch read Ordinance 756 by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
City Manager Lynch stated that Ms. Suzanne Brownless, Attorney, was on the phone if the Commission had any questions; they did not.
Mayor Kelley reported that the County Manager provided a letter to be placed in the official records.
Item #9. Notice to Proceed - Re-Use Infrastructure:
City Manager Lynch stated that this notice will allow the City to expend $2.2 million dollars to go through Phases I-IV of our task orders. This is a design build; a continuation to our re-use system pumping water down Hwy 77 to Mosley and all the places in between by July.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
Ms. Barbara Day commented on re-use.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #10. First reading of Ordinance 757, Annexation, 9th Street East of Delaware Avenue:
City Manager Lynch read Ordinance 757 by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
Item #11. Discussion and possible action regarding
purchase of open-air picnic pavilion kit for Kinsaul Park:
Staff recommends approval of an open-air picnic pavilion from RCP Shelters, Inc. in the amount of $13,710.
Motion by Commissioner Haynes: To approve as presented.br />
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #12. Discussion and possible action regarding
Mutual Aid Agreement with the City (Lynn Haven Fire/Emergency Services) and Panama City-Bay County Airport & Industrial District:
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve 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 #13. Christmas Bonuses for employees - Recommend approval:
Staff recommends a bonus of $50 per employee which will come to $7,500; this is in the budget.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #14. Discussion and possible action regarding
the Old Country Store - 9th & Florida Avenue:
City Manager Lynch reported that this issue was brought up at the CRA workshop. Citizens believe the building is in a state of disrepair and should be preserved for the historical benefit of the City.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To authorize the City Manager to research avenues of funding to repair the building, work with the Odd Fellows and bring his findings back to the Commission for approval.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
Mr. Earnest Greer stated that he is a trustee of the Odd Fellows and they would appreciate any help they could get.
Ms. Janet Walker stated that she is very interested in restoring this old building. She stated that there is numerous information available at the downtown Library on this building.
Ms. Barbara Day suggested the City take the funds to restore the building out of the General Fund.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #14A. Kimley/Horne Traffic Study:
City Manager Lynch reported that after several complaints relative to Sallie Mae and the Industrial Park it was suggested that a traffic study be done to assess the problems.
Staff recommends a Notice to Proceed be issued to Kimley/Horne to do a traffic study in this area. The cost will be $9,200-$9,500.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
Ms. Barbara Day commented on the traffic study.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Haynes: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #15. Public Commentary:
Several citizens were in attendance to speak about the proposed water tank relocation. There were several concerns voiced regarding size and impact on the present neighborhood.
County Manager Pam Brangaccio commented on Ordinance 756; she stated that the County has just been made aware of this proposed ordinance and the County has major concerns. Ms. Brangaccio stated that she would like to meet with City staff to review these concerns.
Mr. Gene Little suggested cans be placed in area businesses asking for private donations to help the Old Country Store renovations.
Ms. Barbara Day suggested the City take the money from the General Fund to restore the Old Country Store. She commented on Ordinance 756. Ms. Day commented on the City Manager’s evaluation.
There was no further business to discuss and the meeting was adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 9th DAY OF DECEMBER 2003.
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
John B. Lynch, City Manager-Clerk
Prepared by Laurie Baker
