CITY OF LYNN HAVEN
CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 10, 2004 - 4:00 P.M.
The City Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2004 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
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.
Item #3. Mayor's Report:
A. Proclamation - Library Appreciation Month- February 2004:
City Manager Lynch read the proclamation in its entirety.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To excuse Commissioner Haynes from the meeting.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Motion by Commissioner Wittkopf: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
On Vote:
Wittkopf: aye
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #4. Commissioner's Report:
No report.
Item #5. City Manager's Report:
A. Monthly Department Reports: provided.
City Manager Lynch reported that the Fire Department has, for the second time in a couple of months, successfully revived someone using AED’s. A presentation for the Fire Department employees involved is scheduled for the next commission meeting.
City Manager Lynch requested a workshop meeting on March 22, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. to discuss the City’s ground water storage tank options.
City Manager Lynch reported that the City was notified that they will receive a LLEBG grant in the amount of $10,000.
Item #6. City Attorney's Report:
No report.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item #7. Minutes:
1/27/2004 - Regular Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
NEW BUSINESS:
Item #8. Approval of deductive change order reducing reuse contract price by $185,585.13:
City Manager Lynch reported that Edgar Ingliss, Tax Research, reviewed the reuse contract and found that a change order to the contract price in the amount of $185,585.13 was in order. This represents a tax savings of $10,000 which Mr. Ingliss will receive 30%.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
Mr. Sammy Day commented on the change order.
Ms. Barbara Day suggested that the City review old contracts as well.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #9. Discussion and possible action regarding authority to begin refunding of 96A Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds (potential savings $173,461.50):
City Manager Lynch stated that the City has an outstanding 96A bond that has about 14 years to maturity. Mr. Lynch stated that this would be a refunding issue that could be a potential savings to the City of
+-$175,000 depending on market fluctuations. The cost of issuance would be approximately $60,000; no length of time would be added to the life of the bond. Staff recommends approval.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To authorize the City Manager to proceed with refunding of the 96A Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
Commissioner Schad reported that the costs mentioned were approximate and final figures will be brought back to the Commission. Staff, at this time, does not have exact figures.
Mr. Virgil Duffell stated that he believed this to be a win-win option for the City.
Ms. Barbara Day commented on the bond.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #10. Discussion and possible action regarding Operational Assistance Mutual Aid Agreement with the Panama City Police Department and the Lynn Haven Police Department:
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve the Mutual Aid Agreement as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Barnes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #11. Discussion and possible action regarding Developer’s Sewer Agreement for Margaret Gaines, 312 East 18th Street:
City Manager Lynch stated that Ms. Gaines paid for the pipe and installation of the pipe - $3581.25. This was for a 2" line that the City upgraded to a 4" line to anticipate future growth; there have been three homes that have tied onto the line. Staff recommends refunding Ms. Gaines money now that other homes have paid impact fees.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To approve a refund for Margaret Gaines in the amount of $2685.60.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
Mr. Sammy Day commented on the payment of the line.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #12. Discussion and possible action regarding appointment to Leisure Advisory Board:
Staff recommends approval to appoint Ms. Barbara Harding to the Leisure Advisory Board. Ms. Harding will fill a vacancy left by Mr. Rick Dye’s resignation.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To accept the recommendation of staff as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #13. Discussion and possible action regarding appointment to Beautification Board:
Staff recommends approval to create a vacancy; the seat held by William Ribbing and appoint Ms. Cynthia Cain to fulfill the remaining term of this appointment.
Motion by Commissioner Wittkopf: To accept the recommendation of staff as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
On Vote:
Wittkopf: aye
Barnes: aye
Schad: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #14. Public Commentary:
Mr. Sammy Day commented on senior garbage discounts.
Ms. Barbara Day commented on lighting on Hwy 389. Ms. Day asked about money in the bank.
Ms. Janet Walker commented on the newsletter.
There was no further business to discuss and the meeting was adjourned at 4:37 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 24th DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004.
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
John B. Lynch, City Manager
Prepared by Laurie Baker
