CITY OF LYNN HAVEN
CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
AUGUST 8, 2006 - 4:00 P.M.
The City Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 8, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room at City Hall.
Present:
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
Antonius G. Barnes, Mayor Pro Tem/Commissioner
Jimmy H. Hughes, Commissioner
Roger P. Schad, Commissioner
Frances Wittkopf, Commissioner
Charlene V. Messer, Asst. City Manager/Clerk
Robert C. Jackson, City Attorney
Dennis Kiah, Assistant Chief of Police
Absent:
John B. Lynch, City Manager
Mayor Kelley called the meeting to order and gave the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance followed.
Item #3. Mayor's Report:
A. Certificate of Appreciation:
Mayor Kelley presented Mr. Chris Lewis, Knology, the Honorary Fire Chief Certificate of Appreciation, for his efforts during a recent traffic incident that involved a woman who became unconscious due to a medical condition.
B. July 2006 Employee of the Month:
Mr. Shawn Tootill, Utility Service Worker, was presented the Employee of the Month - July 2006 award for his hard work and dedication to the City.
Item #4. Commissioner's Report:
Schad: Commissioner Schad stated that he had received a phone call and a letter from Mr. & Mrs. Richard Walker that expressed concern with his ability to call "point of order" during a meeting. Mr. Schad stated that he checked with the City Attorney and was within his rights to call "point of order". He further stated that the City does not follow "Roberts Rules of Order", however, they do follow a modified version. Mr. Schad stated that the Walker's addressed a personal issue regarding the Mayor. They also were concerned with taxes on the 950 acres.
Hughes: No report.
Wittkopf: Commissioner Wittkopf reported that speed humps on Colorado Avenue should be installed on August 9, 2006.
Barnes: Commissioner Barnes reported that the Historical Society Committee has met and will brief the Commission at the next commission meeting.
Item #5. City Manager's Report:
No report.
Item #6. City Attorney's Report:
City Attorney Jackson presented to the Commission a reimbursement agreement for consideration between Express Lane and the City. This agreement states that Express Lane will construct an oversized 8" water line approx. 1,600 feet along the west side of Hwy 389 from Aberdeen Pkwy; Express Lane will pay to construct this line and the City will reimburse Express Lane $11,811.40 upon completion of the project and shall reimburse for any remaining project costs from available impact and tap fees as future developments tap into the projects water line.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve the agreement as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Schad: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
PUBLIC HEARING OPENED: 4:14 P.M.
Item #7. Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program Application - Cain-Griffin Park:
The annual Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) funding cycle has been announced to applicants. The maximum grant amount this year is $200,000. Staff requests approval to submit a FRDAP application to develop Phase III of Cain Griffin Park. The following elements will be included in the proposed application: park benches (to be placed around the walking path, at entrances and in the playground area), a picnic shelter (with BBQ grills and picnic tables), a swing area for the children and an entrance way at the northwest corner of the park. The approximate costs is $80,000 with a 25% match from the City in the FY 07/08 budget cycle.
After audience participation the Public Hearing was closed at 4:24 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING OPENED: 4:24 P.M.
Item #8. Water Oak Plantation - Preliminary plat approval:
The applicant/owner has requested the approval of the preliminary plat for Water Oak Plantation. Water Oak Plantation will be located east of Delaware Avenue and south of 9th Street and will consist of 27 single family homes on approx. 8.09 acres. The owner has met all of the requirements of the City Code pertaining to this subdivision and the development is consistent with and compatible to the existing surrounding land use.
After audience participation the Public Hearing was closed at 4:27 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item #9. Minutes:
7/25/06 - Regular Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve the minutes as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Schad: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
NEW BUSINESS:
Item #10. Discussion and possible action regarding approving the submittal of the City's FRDAP application to develop Phase III of Cain-Griffin Park:
Staff recommends approval to authorize the Mayor to execute the application and to execute any contract documents should the grant be awarded.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Schad: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #11. Discussion and possible action regarding approving the preliminary plat for Water Oak Plantation:
Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat for Water Oak Plantation. This preliminary plat will consist of 27 single family home lots on 8.09 acres and will include sidewalks and open recreation space.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Schad: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #12. Discussion and possible action regarding approving the Development Order and Certificate of Concurrency for Express Lane:
Staff recommends approval of the DO/CO for Express Lane. The property owner wishes to construct a 3,272 square foot gas station and 1,091 square foot car wash on approx. 3.14 acres located at the northwest corner of CR389 and CR390.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Schad: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #13. Discussion and possible action regarding approving the Development Order and Certificate of Concurrency for the Storage Inn expansion:
Staff recommends approval of the DO/CO for the Storage Inn expansion. The property owner wishes to construct 10 storage buildings consisting of 169,500 square feet on approximately 8.03 acres located at 3000 Hwy 77 S.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Schad: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #14. First reading of Ordinance 855, voluntary annexation, Jimmy C. Woodson, Jr., 1801 Hwy 77:
Mr. Woodson, property owner, has requested voluntary annexation into the City of Lynn Haven. This parcel is approx. 1.19+/- acres and is contiguous to the city limits on the northern, southern and western boundaries. City Attorney Jackson read Ordinance 855 by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
Item #15. First reading of Ordinance 856, providing standards for maximum occupancy of residential dwelling units:
City Attorney Jackson read Ordinance 856 by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
Item #16. Public Commentary:
Mr. Sammy Day commented on "point of order". He stated that you can talk about anything under public commentary.
Ms. Barbara Day wanted to know if the road was closed at LHES during certain hours.
The Commission stated that this is a work in progress between the school and staff.
Ms. Barbara Day commented on water/sewer in Grants Mill. She stated that there needs to be sidewalks on Hilltop Lane.
Ms. Anna Vera Yingling commented on water/sewer in Grants Mill. She suggested that Northridge needs sewer. Ms. Yingling stated that the residential areas of the City needs sidewalks.
There was no further business to discuss and the meeting was adjourned at 4:47 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 22nd DAY OF AUGUST 2006.
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
John B. Lynch, City Manager
Prepared by Laurie Baker
