CITY OF LYNN HAVEN
CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
APRIL 10, 2007 - 4:00 P.M.
The City Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 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
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:
Mayor Kelley reported that the Relay for Life will be held at the Lynn Haven Recreation Center on April 27-28, 2007. He encouraged everyone to come out and support the program.
Item #4. Commissioner's Report:
Commissioner Barnes reminded everyone that there is a new traffic signal at Hwy 390 and Transmitter Road and encouraged everyone to be careful in that area.
Commissioner Wittkopf reported that her granddaughter participated in the Lynn Haven Easter Egg Hunt on April 7, 2007 and it was great fun and the employees did a great job. Ms. Wittkopf encouraged everyone to vote in the upcoming City election on April 17, 2007.
Commissioner Hughes stated that his tenure as City Commissioner was coming to an end and he wanted to thank the Commission, staff and citizens for their support. Mr. Hughes stated that it has been a privilege and honor to serve the City the past three years.
Commissioner Schad encouraged everyone to vote during the election on April 17, 2007.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To present Commissioner Hughes a resolution at the next meeting for his service to the City as a Commissioner.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
Item #5. City Manager's Report:
A. Employee of the Month - Feb. 2007: Ms. Linda Williams, Police Department Dispatcher, was presented the Employee of the Month award for February 2007 for her hard work and dedication to the City.
B. Employee of the Month - March 2007:
Ms. Katie Taylor, Building Department, was awarded the Employee of the Month award for March 2007 for her hard work and dedication to the City.
Item #6. City Attorney's Report:
No report.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Item #7. Minutes:
3/27/2007 - Regular Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve the minutes as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #8. Award of Bid for 4th of July Fireworks to Pyro Shows:
Staff recommends approval to award bid in the amount of $18,000.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To approve bid 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. Discussion and possible action regarding approval of a speed hump policy:
This policy was presented to the Commission at an earlier meeting.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve the policy as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
NEW BUSINESS:
Item #10. Discussion and possible action regarding a contract modification for the FEMA Flood Mitigation Grant Agreement:
Staff recommends approval of grant contract modification for the elevation of 116 Carolina Avenue and 201 Missouri Avenue; and authorize the Mayor to sign all grant documents. Further authorize waiving the 25% portion of the management fee that would be paid to the City by the homeowner.
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
Item #11. Discussion and possible action regarding the contract approval for the Evaluation Appraisal Report Services with Wendy Grey Land Use Planning:
Staff recommends approval of contract in the amount of $49,695.
Motion by Commissioner Barnes: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #12. Discussion and possible action regarding approval to submit a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant application for the purchase of a new fire truck:
Staff recommends approval to submit grant. It is anticipated that a fully equipped truck will cost $290,000; the grant will reimburse the City $275,000 upon delivery and the City would be responsible for a $14,000 cash match.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #13. Resolution 2007-04-422, continuing to support construction of sidewalks on Hwy 77 with Transportation Enhancement Funding:
Staff recommends approval to reiterate Commission support of the Hwy 77 sidewalk project as a Transportation Enhancement Project. City Manager Lynch read this resolution by title only.
Motion by Commissioner Wittkopf: To support Resolution 2007-04-422 as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Schad.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #14. Resolution 2007-04-423, authorizing a maintenance memorandum of agreement for portions of Hwy 77 and Hwy 390:
Staff recommends approval of a maintenance contract with FDOT; this contract allows the City to maintain portions of right-of-ways along Hwy 77 and Hwy 390. The City shall receive quarterly payments of $9,176.36 for the sum of $36,705.36 per year. City Manager Lynch read this resolution by title only.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve Resolution 2007-04-423 as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #15. Discussion and possible action regarding approval of a Certificate of Concurrency and Development Order for Java Jo'z:
The property owner wishes to place a 208 square foot modular building on the approx. 9.39 Winn Dixie Shopping Center site to be used as a coffee house.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
City Attorney Jackson stated that he has received a reciprocal easement across a parcel where a water line was to be run. Mr. Jackson stated that he has not had time to review it completely however, at first glance everything appears to be in order.
Commissioner Wittkopf withdrew her second to the motion.
Commissioner Schad amended his motion to be contingent upon the Attorney's review.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Wittkopf.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #16. First reading of Ordinance 874, Annexation, Tractor & Equipment Company, 3305 Hwy 77:
The property is approx. 5.3 acres and is located at 3305 Hwy 77. The property is contiguous to the City and water and sewer are available. City Manager Lynch read this Ordinance by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
Item #17. First reading of Ordinance 875, Small Scale Plan Amendment SSA-07-1, Tractor & Equipment Company:
City Manager Lynch read this Ordinance by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
Item #18. Resolution 2007-04-424, Stormwater Impact Fee:
City Manager Lynch read Resolution 2007-04-424 by title only.
Motion by Commissioner Schad: To approve as presented.
Second to the motion: Commissioner Barnes.
On Vote:
Schad: aye
Barnes: aye
Wittkopf: aye
Hughes: aye
Kelley: aye Motion passed: 5-0
Item #19. First reading of Ordinance 876, Stormwater Utility Fee:
City Manager Lynch read this ordinance by title only. This was the first reading and no action was required.
Item #20. Public Commentary:
No audience participation.
Mayor Kelley and the City Commission presented Mr. Jimmy Hughes, Commissioner, with a plaque for his dedication and service to the City during his time as City Commissioner.
There was no further business to discuss and the meeting was adjourned at 4:25 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 24th DAY OF APRIL 2007.
Walter T. Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
John B. Lynch, City Manager
Prepared by Laurie Baker
