City Commission Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingLake Wales, FL · June 19, 2018
Minutes
City Commission Meeting Minutes
June 19, 2018
(APPROVED)
6/19/2018 - Minutes
1. INVOCATION
Dr. Jim Moyer gave the invocation.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. after the invocation and pledge of
allegiance.
4. ROLL CALL
Commission Members Present: Eugene Fultz - Mayor, Curtis Gibson, Flora "Tonya" Stewart, Terrye
Howell, Robin Gibson - Deputy Mayor
Staff Present: Kenneth Fields, City Manager; Albert C. Galloway, Jr., City Attorney; Jennifer Nanek, City
Clerk
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
5.I. Proclamation For Charles Skipper
Mayor Fultz proclaimed June 19, 2018 as Charles Skipper Recognition Day. Charles Skipper accepted
the proclamation.
5.II. PolK Pride Proclamation
Deputy Mayor, Robin Gibson, proclaimed June 17-23, 2018 as Polk Pride week in Lake Wales. A
representative from Polk Pride accepted the proclamation.
6. PRESENTATION/REPORT
6.I. PRESENTATION - Main Street
Karen Thompson, Director, Lake Wales MainStreet said they have come a long way in a short amount
of time. They have reorganized and approved a budget. They have raised $50,000 through fundraising
efforts. The board meets every month and a committee is working on updating the bylaws. MainStreet
has 4 committees. The first is the Organization committee that deals with fundraising including a
benefactor program. She distributed samples of the packets given to possible Benefactors.
There is an Economic Restructuring Committee. They have compiled an inventory of vacancies and
what is available. They are meeting with potential restauranteurs and brewers to come to Lake Wales.
They are working on incentive packages for new businesses. She listed some new and incoming
businesses.
The Promotions Committee works on special events like Make it Magical and the Farmers Market. Ms.
Thompson announced that there is the Car Show and Food Truck Rally on Saturday. This committee
also works on the branding for Main Street.
The Design Committee works on the appearance of downtown. Ms. Thompson thanked James Slaton
for being responsive to any concerns.
MainStreet is looking to hire a design firm to help design a new plan for downtown. Main Street is
also works on the branding for Main Street.
The Design Committee works on the appearance of downtown. Ms. Thompson thanked James Slaton
for being responsive to any concerns.
MainStreet is looking to hire a design firm to help design a new plan for downtown. Main Street is
paying for this. Hopefully the firm will be on board by August. There will be many opportunities for public
input.
Ms. Thompson said that they have a downtown resident decal that lets them park in the lot on Stuart
Avenue overnight.
The MainStreet board took a tour of the St. Petersburg Pier to learn from what they are doing.
She said she is working on forming partnerships with other organizations such as the Arts Council.
Ms. Thompson announced that Lake Wales Main Street is now an accredited Main Street Program.
She showed two videos done by Paul O'Neill one about the Farmers Market and one Main Street.
Ms. Thompson introduced Rusty Ingley, President of Lake Wales MainStreet, to answer any questions.
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson asked who was on the selection committee choosing the design firm. Mr.
Ingley said it includes 2 board members, himself, Ronni Wood with the State Main Street, David Price
from Bok Tower Gardens, and John Scott who is a commercial realtor. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson
said that the new restaurant in downtown is doing well and we need more places to be open late.
Commissioner Curtis Gibson said that the Main Street organization is doing a good job.
Kenneth Fields, City Manager, reported on the Grand Hotel that staff met with Ray Brown. In 21 days
he will come back with a timeline and scope of work and some building plans and he can get a permit.
The stop work order has been removed.
Mr. Fields also reported that Ms. Thompson has reached out to leaders of various groups in the
Northwest area to get them involved in building a consensus on how to revitalize that area and tie it to
downtown.
7. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Howell made a motion to accept the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Curtis Gibson
seconded the motion.
By Voice Vote:
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
8.I. Minutes Of June 5, 2018
8.II. Force Main Cleaning
Motion passed 5-0.
8.I. Minutes Of June 5, 2018
8.II. Force Main Cleaning
[Begin Agenda Memo]
SYNOPSIS:
The commission will consider entering into annual contract agreement utilizing the piggyback
process and authorize the expenditure of funds in the amount of $70,000.00 for the force main cleaning
services for the area of Lake Mable Loop to Highway 27 and Lake Ashton to the Sam P Robinson
Waste Water Treatment Plant from Professional Piping Services based on pricing from the City of
Ormond Beach annual contract.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission consider taking the following action:
1. Approve entering into a piggyback agreement with Professional Piping utilizing the City of Ormond
Beach annual contract pricing.
2. Approve the expenditure of $70,000.00 to Professional Piping Services for the Force Main Cleaning
on Highway 27 N.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the appropriate documents on the City’s behalf.
BACKGROUND
The Eagle Ridge Mall Force main requires annual cleaning due to the distance the solids in this line
must travel to reach the wastewater treatment plant processing. The low flow conditions that exist are
due to the lack of development in this area. The line that will be cleaned is the portion of the force main
which includes Lake Mable down Chalet Suzanne Rd to Highway 27 and from Lake Ashton to Highway
27. Both lines will come together at this junction. The cleaning will continue on Highway 27 until it
reaches the end of the line at the Sam P Robinson Waste Water Treatment Plant. Sediment such as
sand, plastics and paper tend to settle to the bottom of the pipe due to the low velocities of the liquid
pushing the sediment. The method proposed for the cleaning of these sections of force main is called
the progressive poly pig procedure.
Staff recommends the commission take the following action, authorize the approval to enter into a
piggyback agreement with Professional Piping, Inc. utilizing the City of Ormond Beach’s annual
contract pricing for services, authorize the expenditure of $70,000.00 for the cleaning of the force main
to Professional Piping Inc, and authorize the City Manager to execute all documents
pertaining to this matter.
FISCAL IMPACT
$70,000 was budgeted in the Wastewater Division’s FY17’-18’ M&R Lines and Mains operating
budget for this purpose.
OTHER OPTIONS
None. Without this required annual cleaning, the force main would become plugged
and become inoperable. This in turn would cut off the sewer service for the subdivisions being serviced
by this forcemain.
[End Agenda Memo]
8.III. Pre-Televising For Sliplining
[Begin Agenda Memo]
[End Agenda Memo]
8.III. Pre-Televising For Sliplining
[Begin Agenda Memo]
SYNOPSIS:
Staff requests commission approval to expend funds in the amount of $57,600.00 to pre-televising
several gravity sewer lines to determine the extent to which repair is needed.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission consider taking the following action:
1. Authorize the expenditure of funds in the amount of $57,600.00 to VacVision Environmental, LLC for
pre-televising services performed on various gravity sewer lines within the city’s waste water collection
system.
BACKGROUND
The City, as part of its collection system, owns, operates, and maintains 121 Miles of 8 to 16 inch
Gravity Sewer Lines. Due to the corrosive nature of raw sewage gases, it becomes necessary to
perform periodic pre-televising of these lines to determine the condition of the current sewer
infrastructure. Staff entered into a piggyback agreement to perform such maintenance services with
VacVision Environmental, LLC that was approved by the commission at its April 3, 2018 City
Commission meeting.
Staff has noticed that there are several areas within the City’s utility service area where there are
pronounced depressions in the road. The only way to determine the cause of these depressions are to
have the gravity sewer line under the road televised. Once the lines have been televised, staff can then
form the basis for repair. Staff recommends the commission take the following action, approve the
expenditure of funds with VacVision, LLC in the amount of $57,600.00 for the pre-televising of various
gravity sewer lines.
OTHER OPTIONS
None. Maintenance of these wastewater system components becomes necessary from time to time to
maintain the integrity of the system.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Wastewater Department has placed $300,000.00 for sliplining repair in the 5-yr Capital
Improvements Plan. The pre-televising is the first step in determining where and what repairs for the
gravity sewer system will be required.
[End Agenda Memo]
8.IV. Award Of Bid For The Lift Station 16 Area C Street Sewer Replacement Phase 3
[Begin Agenda Memo]
SYNOPSIS:
Approve the award of bid to Harris McBurney Company for the Lift Station 16 Area C Street Sewer
Replacement Phase 3
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission consider taking the following action:
Approve the award of bid to Harris McBurney Company for the Lift Station 16 Area C Street Sewer
Replacement Phase 3
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission consider taking the following action:
1. Award the bid to Harris McBurney Company for the Lift Station 16 Area C Street
Sewer Replacement Phase 3 in the amount of $1,597,346.25
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the appropriate documents on the City’s behalf.
As a result of sewer system back-ups and historical operation and maintenance difficulties experienced
by City staff, the City of Lake Wales commissioned an engineering study conducted by Pennoni
(Formerly known as Envisors) in 2010. The study evaluated the suspected substandard sanitary sewer
system contributing to Lift Station No. 16, which is located near the center of the City’s utility service
area. EVI’s engineering study determined that the sewer system for this defined area was substandard
due to substandard pipe slopes, pipe materials, and pipe cover. It was also suspected that a significant
amount of inflow and infiltration (I/I) was also occurring throughout the system due to the substandard
pipe materials and deteriorating manholes.
In August 2010, the City Commission approved contract with Pennoni was executed to design and
permit the project area in order to come into compliance with existing directives. In December 2010, the
commission approved the preparation of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application,
which was subsequently awarded, to start work on the project. The CDBG phase comprised
approximately 15% of the total project area. Phase 1 began construction in August 2013, and was
completed in the first half of 2015.
Staff obtained a Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) State Revolving Fund (SRF)
loan to fund phase 2 of the project area, which began construction in late 2015. The phase 2 portion of
the project completed construction in August of 2017.
A request for bid for Phase 3 was posted with a bid open date of May 17, 2018. There were three
responsive bidders. Of the three bidders, Harris McBurney Company is recommended as the lowest
responsible bidder for the amount of $1,597,346.25. Staff obtained funding for Phase 3 from Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) State
Revolving Fund (SRF) loan. Staff recommends commission take the following action, approve the
award of bid and authorize the City Manager to execute all appropriate documents with Harris
McBurney Company in the amount of
$1,597,346.25.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds have been awarded through the State Revolving Fund Loan program in the amount of
$1,597,346.25.
OTHER OPTIONS
Chose not to complete these much needed repairs at this time and experience further deterioration of
the infrastructure currently serving the delineated phase 3 of the project area.
[End Agenda Memo]
9. OLD BUSINESS
10. NEW BUSINESS
10.I. Resolution 2018-10 Resolution To Utilize The Uniform Method Of Collecting Non-Ad Valorem
Assessments For Code Enforcement Service Liens
[Begin Agenda Memo]
10.I. Resolution 2018-10 Resolution To Utilize The Uniform Method Of Collecting Non-Ad Valorem
Assessments For Code Enforcement Service Liens
[Begin Agenda Memo]
SYNOPSIS:
Resolution 2018-10 declares the City’s intent to utilize the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem
assessments and adopts the assessment roll for 2018.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 2018-10 after public hearing as required by Florida Statutes.
Public notice requirements have been met.
BACKGROUND:
In February 2013, City commission adopted Ordinance 2013-04 – Abatement and Violation
Assessment (Chapter 17.5), providing for the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special
assessment for service liens. The City’s intent is to collect service liens that are the result from
services provided by the City to clean properties, repair or demolish buildings and the like, such
services being a special benefit to the property owner. This does not include fines or administrative
liens.
Ordinance 2013-04 established the City of Lake Wales in its entirety, as its city boundaries exist on
the date of enactment and as they may be expanded or contracted from time to time as the special
assessment district for the purposes of abatement and violation correction.
The resolution has been noticed per Florida Statute at least twenty (20) days in advance of the public
hearing.
Staff published a potential list of properties in the notice and provided by first class mail a letter to every
property owner that may be affected by this action. As a result we have had some property owners
come forward and pay their outstanding liens.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This will provide for reimbursement of funds expended in the course of abating and correcting violations
of the municipal code.
[End Agenda Memo]
Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, read RESOLUTION 2018-10 by title only.
Brian Nadeau, Lead Code Compliance Officer, reviewed this item.
Mayor Fultz asked what actions will be taken if this is not paid. Mr.Nadeau said it will stay on the tax
bill until it is paid.
Commissioner Howell made a motion to approve RESOLUTION 2018-10. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson
seconded this motion.
By Roll Call Vote:
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
10.II. Polk Regional Water Cooperative Guarantee Agreement For SRF Loan
[Begin Agenda Memo]
SYNOPSIS
The Department of Environmental Protection (“DEP”) has requested that each City participating in the
State Revolving Fund (“SRF”) loan to the Polk Regional Water Cooperative (“PRWC”) individually
guarantee its portion of the loan.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission authorize the City to sign the guarantee agreement for its
portion of the SRF Loan to the PRWC.
BACKGROUND
Phase One of the development of Alternative Water Supplies for Polk County through the PRWC will
require $11.5 Million in local funding over the next five years, to be matched by a similar amount from
the Southwest Florida Water Management District (“SWFWMD”). This local funding is apportioned
among the participating members of the PRWC according to their projected water needs under a
formula in the PRWC governing documents. The City of Lake Wales local share is $467,520.00.
Some jurisdictions have chosen to fund their share of the local funding requirement by making a direct
contribution to the PRWC. The remaining jurisdictions will fund their contribution by participating in a
SRF loan to the PRWC and making annual payments over the five year span of Phase One of the AWS
projects. The City’s payment will be included in the FY 2019 Utilities budget.
Due to the newness of the PRWC, DEP has requested that in addition to its guaranteeing of the SRF
loan repayment, each participating municipality also guarantee its share of the loan. No municipality
shall be responsible for the repayment of any other municipality’s share of the loan under the PRWC
rules. The guarantee agreement is consistent with the language of the City’s direct guarantee
agreements for its own SRF project loans.
OTHER OPTIONS
If the City chooses not to participate in the SRF loan to the PRWC, it would have to make a direct
contribution of its total required local share next year.
FISCAL IMPACT
The exact dollar contribution will be determined based on the terms of the SRF loan but the estimated
payment can be included in future Utility Fund budgets without any impact on rates or other planned
expenditures.
[End Agenda Memo]
Kenneth Fields, City Manager, reviewed this item.
Commissioner Howell asked so essentially we have to do this and pay $11.5 million? Mayor Fultz said
[End Agenda Memo]
Kenneth Fields, City Manager, reviewed this item.
Commissioner Howell asked so essentially we have to do this and pay $11.5 million? Mayor Fultz said
that our share is around $467,000. Commissioner Howell asked if we have to pay $467,000 a year.
Mayor Fultz explained that we can pay that over 5 years which is better than paying it all at once.
Commissioner Howell made a motion to approve the Polk Regional Water Cooperative Guarantee
Agreement for SRF Loan. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson seconded that motion.
By Voice Vote:
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
Mr. Fields updated the City Commission on the Polk Regional Water Co-op's lawsuit concerning the
Peace River and explained that there might be legal costs involved with that. The lawsuit was
discussed.
10.III. Appointments – Board Of Adjustments And Appeals; Airport Authority; CRA Citizen Advisory
Committee; Planning Board
[Begin Agenda Memo]
SYNOPSIS:
Appointments to fill vacancies due to expiration of terms. Most terms expire on July 1st of each year
and must be renewed.
RECOMMENDATION
The Mayor makes appointments to various citizen advisory and regulatory boards, commissions,
committees authorities with the advice and consent of the City Commission (City Charter, Sec.
3.06).Staff recommends that the Mayor and Commission to make the appointments as deemed
appropriate.
BACKGROUND
As of July 1, 2018 many terms will expire on many of our boards. These are those applying for
reappointment or appointment to new terms.
Airport Authority (City Code Sec. 2-41) – The board consists of seven (7) voting members and one (1)
on-voting member who is a City Commissioner. At least four (4) voting members must be qualified
electors of the City. The remaining members chosen may be persons owning property located within
the City of Lake Wales or persons having a business tax receipt issued by the City of Lake Wales, or
are airports tenants, with general aviation experience. (3-year term)
The non-voting City Commission member serves for the duration of his or her term as City
Commissioner, unless such Commissioner desires to serve a shorter period of time. In such event, the
Lake Wales City Commission shall appoint another city commissioner to serve in the same manner.
the City of Lake Wales or persons having a business tax receipt issued by the City of Lake Wales, or
are airports tenants, with general aviation experience. (3-year term)
The non-voting City Commission member serves for the duration of his or her term as City
Commissioner, unless such Commissioner desires to serve a shorter period of time. In such event, the
Lake Wales City Commission shall appoint another city commissioner to serve in the same manner.
There is no interview process requirement for applicants applying for appointment to this board.
- Members are not required to file an annual Form 1, Statement of Financial Interests
- Current Vacancies: 2 Vacancies
Current Members: John Lodge, non-resident 10/03/12--07/01/18, P
Katherine Rogers, resident, chair 09/18/12--07/01/18, 2
Clarke Gerard, non-resident 06/05/18--07/01/19, P
Charles N. Clegg, resident 07/19/16--07/01/19, 1
Eric Farewell, resident 08/18/15--07/01/18, 1
Robert Ohlinger, non-resident 07/05/17--07/01/20, 1 Barbara Pelisek, non-resident
12/20/16--07/01/20, P+1
Commissioner Curtis Gibson, non-voting member 05/02/17 - 05/07/19, 1
Applying for Appointment/Re-appointment: Herb Gillis, non-resident (Lake Wales) and John Lodge, non-
resident (Babson Park) Only one non-resident can be appointed.
Katherine Rogers, resident Term expiring on 7/1/2021.
CRA Citizen Advisory Committee (City Code Sec. 2-73) – The CRA citizen advisory committee will
consist of five (5) members appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the city
commission.Any person may be appointed to serve if he or she resides or is engaged in business,
which means owning a business, practicing a profession or performing a service for compensation, or
serving as an officer or director of a corporation or other business entity so engaged, within the area of
operation of the agency, which shall be coterminous with the area of operation of the City.
One (1) qualified person appointed shall reside or be engaged in business within voting District 19, one
(1) qualified person appointed shall reside or be engaged in business within voting District 122, one (1)
qualified person appointed shall reside or be engaged in business in voting District 27, one (1) qualified
person appointed shall reside or be engaged in business in voting
District 28, and one (1) qualified person shall be appointed at-large and shall reside or be engaged in
business in any of the four voting districts of the City stated above. (2 year term)
- There is no interview process requirement for applicants applying for appointment to this board.
- Members are not required to file an annual Form 1, Statement of Financial Interests
- Current Vacancies: 3 vacancies (Seat 4, District 27)
Current Members: Charlene Bennett (Seat 1 – At Large) 11/01/16 - 07/01/18, 1
Mark Bennett, chair (Seat 2 – District 19) 04/21/15 – 07/01/18, 2
Jennifer Anderson-Leeks (Seat 3–District 122) 07/05/17 – 07/01/19, 1
Murray Zacharia (Seat 4 – District 27) 3/07/17 – 07/01/19, P+1
Christopher Lutton (Seat 5 – District 28) 05/03/16 - 07/01/18, 1
Applying for Re-Appointment:
Charlene Bennett, resident, for a term to expire on 07/01/20 (Seat 1, At-large)
Mark Bennett, resident, for a term to expire on 7/1/20 (Seat 2 – District 19)
There is no interview process requirement for applicants applying for appointment to this board.
Meetings (City Code Sec. 2-73) - The CRA Citizen Advisory Committee shall meet at the call of the
chair of the CRA board or upon the request of city staff but shall meet no less than once each year.
There is no interview process requirement for applicants applying for appointment to this board.
Meetings (City Code Sec. 2-73) - The CRA Citizen Advisory Committee shall meet at the call of the
chair of the CRA board or upon the request of city staff but shall meet no less than once each year.
Current Meeting Schedule: 2nd Thursday or 3rd Thursday @ 5:00 PM; Commission Chamber
Duties (City Code Sec. 2-73) – The CRA Citizen Advisory Committee shall provide advice and
recommendations as needed to implement the CRA plan adopted by the City Commission. The
Committee
assist the CRA board in implementing redevelopment activities within the redevelopment area and to
provide advice and recommendations to the CRA board on redevelopment matters as necessary.
Code Enforcement Board (City Code Sec. 2-56) – The board consists of seven (7) members. Whenever
possible, membership shall include an architect, a business person, an engineer, a general
contractor, a subcontractor, and a realtor. Members must be residents. (3-year term)
• An interview process is necessary for new applicants only.
• Members are required to file an annual Form 1, Statement of Financial Interests
• Current Vacancies: 2 vacancies, resident
Current Members: Melissa Konkol, resident 01/19/10 – 07/01/18, 3
Wilena Vreeland, resident 10/04/11 – 07/01/18, P+2
Murray Zacharia, resident 06/18/13 – 07/01/19, 2 Ralph E. Marino, 11/01/16 – 07/01/19, P
Angela Knapstein, 03/07/17 – 07/01/19
Ron Wheat, resident 12/05/17 – 07/01/18, P
***Vacant***, resident – 07/01/18
Applying for Appointment: Ronald Wheat, resident, for a term expiring 7/1/2021
Wilena Vreeland, resident, for a term expiring 7/1/2021
An interview process is necessary for new applicants.
Current Meeting Schedule: 2nd Monday @ 5:00 PM; Commission Chamber
Powers (City Code Sec. 2-57) - The Code Enforcement Board imposes administrative fines and other
noncriminal penalties to enforce city health and sanitation, local business tax receipt, fire, building,
zoning and sign ordinances when it finds that a pending or repeated violation continues to exist.
In accordance with F.S. 162.08, The Code Enforcement Board has the power to:
1. Adopt rules for the conduct of its hearings.
2. Subpoena alleged violators and witnesses to its hearings. Subpoenas may be served by the sheriff
of the county or police department of the municipality.
3. Subpoena evidence to its hearings.
4. Take testimony under oath.
5. Issue orders having the force of law to command whatever steps are necessary to bring a violation
into compliance.
Housing Authority (F.S. 421.04) – The board consists of five (5) members. Members must reside in the
City, own property in the City, or hold a valid occupational license issued by the City. One (1) member
must be a resident of the housing project who is current in rent payment or a person of low income who
is receiving a rent subsidy through a program administered by the Authority. No member may be an
officer or employee of the City. (4-year term)
An interview process is necessary for new applicants only.
Members are required to file an annual Form 1, Statement of Financial Interests Current Vacancies:
1 vacancy
Primary Duties: Manage and control the city’s low-rent housing units.
An interview process is necessary for new applicants only.
Members are required to file an annual Form 1, Statement of Financial Interests Current Vacancies:
1 vacancy
Primary Duties: Manage and control the city’s low-rent housing units.
Current Meeting Schedule: 3rd Wednesday @ 6:00 PM; Housing Authority
Current Members: Janice Snell, resident 04/17/12 – 07/01/18, 2
Eddye Rivers, resident Chair 07/01/08 – 07/01/20, 3-F
Wanda Lawson, resident 06/18/13 – 07/01/17, 1
Mellissa Montgomery, resident of housing project 06/21/11 – 07/01/17, 2
Helen Walters, resident 11/04/14 – 07/01/18, 1
Albert Kirkland, Jr., Ex-officio n/a
Commissioner Terrye Howell, City Liaison 05/02/17 – 05/05/20
Applying for Re-appointment: Helen Walters for a term to expire 07/012022
OPTIONS
Do not appoint those that have applied.
FISCAL IMPACT
None. These are volunteer boards.
[End Agenda Memo]
Commissioner Curtis Gibson suggested expanding the Airport Authority Board to 9 members to
accommodate the board applications from non-residents. Mr. Fields explained that this would require
an ordinance change. Mayor Fultz said that we need to be sure that the Airport Authority is on board
with this. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said that this recommendation should come from the Airport
Authority but he proffered that there be no residency requirements.
Commissioner Howell asked if we could vote for all of these all at one time. Commissioner Curtis
Gibson said that there is one we need to pick between two. Mayor Fultz said it won't take long for us to
go through these.
Airport Authority
Commissioner Curtis Gibson reported that the Airport Authority recommends that John Lodge be
reappointed to his seat.
Mayor Fultz made a motion to appoint John Lodge to the Airport Authority for term ending 7/1/2021.
Commissioner Howell seconded this motion.
By Voice Vote:
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
Commissioner Curtis Gibson made a motion to reappoint Katherine Rogers to the Airport Authority for a
term ending 7/1/2021. Commissioner Howell seconded this motion.
By Voice Vote:
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
CRA Citizens Advisory Committee
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson moved to reappoint Charlene Bennett, resident, for a term to expire on
07/01/20 (Seat 1, At-large) and Mark Bennett, resident, for a term to expire on 7/1/20 (Seat 2 – District
19). Commissioner Howell seconded the motion.
By Voice Vote:
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
Code Enforcement Board
Commissioner Howell moved to reappoint Ronald Wheat, resident and Wilena Vreeland, resident for a
term to expire on 7/1/2021. Commissioner Stewart seconded the motion.
By Voice Vote:
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
Housing Authority
Commissioner Howell made a motion to reappoint Helen Walters, resident for a term ending 7/1/2022.
Commissioner Stewart seconded the motion.
By Voice Vote:
Commissioner Howell "YES"
Commissioner Stewart "YES"
Commissioner Curtis Gibson "YES"
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson "YES"
Mayor Fultz "YES"
Motion passed 5-0.
11. CITY MANAGER
Ken Fields, City Manager reported on the contract with the YMCA and said that 300 families or 1000 people
were using the pool on a regular basis. The City is looking to expand recreational use at the "Y" in the
future. Commissioner Howell asked what were the times for public swimming at the Y. Jennifer Nanek, City
Clerk, said the swimming times were Tuesday & Thursday 4PM-7PM , Saturday 10AM-4PM and Sunday
12PM-4PM.
Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, announced that the food trucks will continue to come to Lake Wailes Park once
a month. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said he went down there and it looked like everyone was having a
good time. Commissioner Curtis Gibson asked about the lights because it was dark as people were leaving.
Ms. Nanek said the tower lights were being painted.
11.I. Tracking Report
11.II. Social Media Tracking Report
11.III. Commission Meeting Schedule
11.IV. Other Meetings & Events Calendar
12. CITY COMMISSION COMMENTS
Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson reported that Mr. Lab who came to the Commission previously about a pole in
his yard called him and said that the pole in his yard has been removed.
Commissioner Howell said that she was glad to hear of new restaurants and breweries coming to Down
Town but she hopes they will stay open until after 5PM.
Commissioner Curtis Gibson asked about lighting on Burns Ave and Spook Hill. Mr. Fields answered that
they are looking into this.
Commissioner Stewart said that the City needs to work on more recreation opportunities for the kids in the
Commissioner Howell said that she was glad to hear of new restaurants and breweries coming to Down
Town but she hopes they will stay open until after 5PM.
Commissioner Curtis Gibson asked about lighting on Burns Ave and Spook Hill. Mr. Fields answered that
they are looking into this.
Commissioner Stewart said that the City needs to work on more recreation opportunities for the kids in the
summer time.
Commissioner Curtis Gibson mentioned a gentleman named Eddie that helps pick up trash throughout our
City and neighboring cities. Mayor Fultz said he knows this gentleman and suggested presenting a
proclamation to him from the City. Commissioner Curtis Gibson agreed.
13. MAYOR COMMENTS
Mayor Fultz reported on his recent Chat and Chew with the Mayor and said there will be more in the future.
Mayor Fultz reported on a meeting today with other Mayors and City Managers along the Ridge. This group
is looking to work together on issues of mutual concern.
14. ADJOURNMENT
The Commission Meeting was adjourned at 7:20 PM.
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