CITY OF LYNN HAVEN
CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 14, 2006 - 5:01 P.M.
The City Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 5:01 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room at City Hall.
Present:
Antonius G. Barnes, Mayor Pro Tem/Commissioner
Jimmy H. Hughes, Commissioner
Roger P. Schad, Commissioner
Frances Wittkopf, Commissioner
John B. Lynch, City Manager
Robert C. Jackson, City Attorney
Matt Riemer, Police Captain
Mayor Pro Tem Barnes called the meeting to order and gave the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance followed.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To allow Mayor Kelley to participate in the meeting via telephone.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Hughes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye Motion passed: 4-0
Item #3. Mayor's Report:
A. Proclamation: 11/09/06 The Trane Co. Day: 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
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Mayor Kelley reported that this proclamation will hang on the wall at the Trane facility.
Item #4. Commissioner's Report:
Wittkopf: Commissioner Wittkopf reported that she attend an economic symposium hosted by Gulf Power in Destin, Florida on November 13-14, 2006.
Schad: No report.
Hughes: No report.
Barnes: No report.
Item #5. City Manager's Report:
A. Employee of the Month - Oct. 2006: City Manager Lynch reported that this item be tabled until the next meeting as the individual is in school.
Item #6. City Attorney's Report:
No report.
Item #7: PUBLIC HEARING OPENED:
5:07 P.M..
Unified Land Development Code: Staff recommends approval of the proposed Unified Land Development Code (ULDC). The proposed amendment is needed to implement a one map approach and a Traditional Neighborhood Future Land Use Map designation.
1911 Plat Overlay District Options
Option A. The City Attorney worked on clarifying the options for the 1911 plat. Staff has discussed the options and believes the new language would be substantive enough to require a new first reading if adopted. Option "A" was recommended by the Planning Commission and closely mirrors our current requirements. If the Commission opts to adopt Option "A" staff would bring the 1911 options back to the Commission in January as a separate ordinance. This allows the entire ULDC to be adopted now and the item with the least consensus to be reviewed again as a stand alone item.
1911 Historic Plat Boundary Options
Option B which does not include the Ireland property or the Country Club had consensus at workshop.
Appeals Options
Option B, for decisions to be appealed to the City Commission had consensus at workshop.
Ms. Gail Easley provided the City Commission an overview of the proposed ULDC.
There was numerous concerns about lot size.
After audience participation the Public Hearing was closed at 5:45 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item #8. Minutes:
10/24/06 - Regular Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve the minutes as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
OLD BUSINESS:
Item #9. Second and final reading of Ordinance 857, repealing sections of the City Code and adopting a new Unified Land Development Code:
City Manager Lynch read Ordinance 857 by title only. This was the second and final reading.
City Attorney Jackson suggested that Ordinance 857 be voted on through multiple motions - Appendix A, which is the Code that is being presented, Errata Sheet that the Planning Commission made changes to, and 3 Options - 1) involve plat options regarding lot size...2) 1911 Plat Boundary...and 3) how to handle appeals.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve Appendix A as proposed.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Hughes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: no
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-1
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve the Errata Sheet, with exception of the options, as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Kelley.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: no
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-1
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve Option A as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Hughes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve Option B, excluding the Ireland property and the Country Club, as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve Option B for appeals as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #10. Second and final reading of Ordinance 864, Impact Fees:
City Manager Lynch read Ordinance 864 by title only. This was the second and final reading.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Wittkopf
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
NEW BUSINESS:
Item #11. Discussion and possible action approving the submittal of a 2006-2007 Justice Assistance Grant to purchase computers and software for the Police Department:
Staff recommends to approve submittal of a 2006-2007 Justice Assistance Grant to purchase computers and software for the Police Department and authorize the Mayor to sign all required application and grant award agreements. FDLE has allocated $2,729 to the Lynn Haven Police Department and no match is required.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Hughes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #12. Resolution 2006 - 414, supporting a Historical Resources Grant-In-Aid Application for the old McMullin Library:
The State of Florida, Division of Historical Resources is now accepting applications for their Historical Resources Grants-In-Aid program. Staff is currently working on an application to be submitted for the rehabilitation of the Old McMullin Library that is currently located in Sharon Sheffield Park. It is estimated that it will cost $34,980 to make necessary repairs and make the building handicap accessible. This grant will require a 50% match ($17490) to be budgeted during FY07/08.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
Ms. Lynn Hindsman, Chairman of the Lynn Haven Heritage Committee, requested approval to invite Mr. Bob Jones, Division Leader for the National Trust & Historic Sites, to look at the Old Library before any improvements are made. There is a possibility that a historical marker may be placed by the State of Florida on this property. There is no cost for Mr. Jones to come here. Mr. Jones is aware that this library is not in its original location. Ms. Hindsman stated that Mr. Jones will also look at the cemetery location and the Odd Fellows building for consideration of a marker.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To authorize commission approval to allow Mr. Bob Jones to visit the old library and other sites as discussed.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #13. Resolution 2006-11-415, amending budgets for FY2005/2006:
City Manager Lynch read Resolution 2006-11-415 by title only.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Mayor Kelley.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #14. Resolution 2006-11-416, implementing impact fees:
City Manager Lynch read Resolution 2006-11-416 by title only.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Hughes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #15. First reading of Ordinance 865, SSA-06-9, Clemmons, 2800 Hwy 77 north, from Recreation/Open Space and Low Density Residential to Commercial:
This is a 1.8+/- acre parcel of land located at 2800 Hwy 77 North. The property designation is Recreation/Open Space and Low Density Residential and the owners are proposing to change the land use designation to Commercial. City Manager Lynch read Ordinance 865 by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
Item #16. Discussion and possible action accepting the resignation of Pat McCormick from the Planning Commission:
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To accept the resignation with regrets and ask the City Manager to prepare a plaque for Ms. McCormick's services to the City.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #17. Discussion and possible action regarding canceling the City Commission Meeting for 11/28/2006 due to the Thanksgiving holiday:
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve canceling the 11/28/2006 meeting as discussed.
Second to the motion: Mayor Kelley.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #18. Public Commentary:
Mr. Raymond Jones, Ferol Lane, wanted to know if a pier had been permitted for the 950 acres by FDEP. Mr. Jones stated that he was concerned with high rise condominiums and height requirements.
City Manager Lynch stated that the owners of the 950 acres were working with FDEP and had briefed the City however, he would check into it and let him know.
Ms. Janet Walker wanted to know if there would be recycling sites available in Lynn Haven.
City Manager Lynch stated that the site on Hwy 77 was a temp site for the County. The County has stated that they are reviewing sites, on county property, that would be accessible to the City.
Ms. Lynn Hindsman stated that the Lynn Haven Heritage meeting held its 5th meeting last night and membership participation has been wonderful. Ms. Hindsman asked for commission approval to place historical signs at the old McMullin library, the cemetery and city hall. Cost per sign is approx. $93.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve Ordinance 857 as presented in its entirety.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Kelley.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: no
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 4-1
There was no further business to discuss and the meeting was adjourned at 6:21 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 12th DAY OF DECEMBER 2006.
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
John B. Lynch, City Manager
Prepared by Laurie Baker
