City Commission Workshop Meeting

City Commission Agenda Work Session Meeting Minutes October 14, 2020 (APPROVED) This meeting was conducted partially via teleconference Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20 -69, issued by the Office of Governor Ron Desantis on March 20, 2020, extended via Executive order no. 20-112, and further extended by Exectutive Orders 20-114, 20-150 and 20-179, municipalities may conduct meetings of their governing boards without having a quorum of its members present physically or at any specific location, and utilizing communications media technology such as telephonic or video conferencing, as provided by Section 120.54 (5)(b)2, Florida Statutes. The City of Lake Wales held this hybrid virtual public meeting using the GoToMeeting Web/Teleconference service. 10/14/2020 - Minutes 1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Terrye Howell, Curtis Gibson, Al Goldstein, Robin Gibson Mayor Fultz was absent. Staff Present: James Slaton, Interim City Manager; Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Deputy Mayor Robin read a statement: Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, issued by the Office of Governor Ron DeSantis on March 20, 2020, extended by Executive Order 20-112, and further extended by Executive Order No 20-114, 20-150, 20-179, and 20-246 municipalities may conduct meetings of their governing boards without having a quorum of its members present physically or at any specific location, and utilizing communications media technology such as telephonic or video conferencing, as provided by Section 120.54(5)(b)2, Florida Statutes. Procedures for public participation will be explained by the City Attorney shortly. Albert Galloway, Jr., City Attorney, read a statement on Procedures for this partial virtual Public Meeting. Mr. Galloway asked the Commissioners, "are you comfortable with all the notice provisions set forth and these uniform rules of procedures we have established for this Virtual meeting? The Commissioners answered affirmatively. 2. City Manager Comments James Slaton, Interim City Manager, said that the City Manager Search item will be on the agenda Tuesday. Mr. Slaton said we are at our 30 day mark to review the mask mandate. We are at a 5.87% 14 day average positive rate in Polk County. The Governor has issued an executive order barring Cities from collecting fines in relation to masks. Commissioner Goldstein said we are the last City to have a mandate. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said we should just go back to our resolution and get rid of the mandate. Commissioner Howell said she is glad cases are going down. She is fine with going back to the Resolution if our decline continues. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said he is glad rates are going down. He recommends waiting until the number is under 5% as the CDC recommends. Our Citizens want to open up safely. He said he is  Mr. Slaton said we are at our 30 day mark to review the mask mandate. We are at a 5.87% 14 day average positive rate in Polk County. The Governor has issued an executive order barring Cities from collecting fines in relation to masks. Commissioner Goldstein said we are the last City to have a mandate. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said we should just go back to our resolution and get rid of the mandate. Commissioner Howell said she is glad cases are going down. She is fine with going back to the Resolution if our decline continues. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said he is glad rates are going down. He recommends waiting until the number is under 5% as the CDC recommends. Our Citizens want to open up safely. He said he is proud of the stand we have taken. He shared stories of those he knows that has suffered from Covid-19. Commissioner Goldstein said the World Health Organization and CDC say that masks are not that effective. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said there are many experts but we should stick with CDC guidelines. Commissioner Howell said that she will continue to remain at home following CDC guidelines. 3. Charter Review Committee Presentation Chevon Baccus, Chair of Charter Review Committee, reviewed their recent meetings. They have 9 items that they recommend be added to the April 2021 ballot. They made a good effort to advertise these topics to the public. She introduced her committee and reviewed their process. 3.I. Ordinance 2020-18: Charter Amendment, Mission Statement - First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-18 will put a Charter Amendment on the ballot regarding the addition of a Mission Statement to the Lake Wales Charter. RECOMMENDATION The Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-18 after first reading. Staff has no recommendation. This is a Commission Decision. BACKGROUND This idea of adding a mission statement to the Charter was brought up to the Charter Review Commission by Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson. Ordinance 2020-18 will put on the April 2021 ballot the option for voters to add a mission statement to the City Charter. The committee is recommending that the City Charter be amended to include this official city Mission Statement: The mission of the City of Lake Wales is to serve and unify its citizens, to foster economic growth while building on our City’s existing small town values, and to promote the Bok ethic that we make our City a “bit better and more beautiful” for our being here. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-18. The Commission may choose to modify the proposed mission statement or Ordinance. [End Agenda Memo] Jim Weaver, member of the Charter Review Committee, reviewed this proposed change. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said that this version has been modified from his draft but is fine with the revision. 3.II. Ordinance 2020-19: Charter Amendment, Candidate Residency - First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-19 will put an amendment on the April 2021 Ballot changing the residency requirement for candidates running for City Commission from 1 year to 3 years.  [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-19 will put an amendment on the April 2021 Ballot changing the residency requirement for candidates running for City Commission from 1 year to 3 years. RECOMMENDATION The Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-19 after first reading. Staff has no recommendation. This is a Commission decision. BACKGROUND Currently a candidate for City Commission or Mayor must have resided in Lake Wales for 1 year. This Ordinance will place on the April 2021 ballot an amendment to change the residency requirement from 1 year to 3 years for candidates for Commission or Mayor. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-19. The Commission can modify Ordinance 2020-19. FISCAL IMPACT None ATTACHMENTS Ordinance 2020-19 [End Agenda Memo] Andy Oguntola, Charter Review Committee, reviewed this item. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson asked if this would apply to someone who has lived just outside of the City and moves into the city. Mr. Oguntola said yes. 3.III. Ordinance 2020-20 District Residency First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-20 District Residency will put on the April 2021 ballot an amendment changing the charter declaring a Commission vacancy if a Commissioner moves out of their district. RECOMMENDATION The Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-20 after first reading. Staff has no recommendation. This is a Commission decision. BACKGROUND Currently if a Commission member moves out of their district but within City Limits they can retain their seat. This change, if approved by voters, would require Commissioners to reside within their district for the duration of their term. If a Commission member moves out of their district with more than a year left of their term the seat becomes vacant automatically. OTHER OPTIONS  Currently if a Commission member moves out of their district but within City Limits they can retain their seat. This change, if approved by voters, would require Commissioners to reside within their district for the duration of their term. If a Commission member moves out of their district with more than a year left of their term the seat becomes vacant automatically. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-20 [End Agenda Memo] Andy Oguntola, Charter Review Committee, reviewed this item. 3.IV. Ordinance 2020-21 - Charter Amendment, Filling Vacancies - First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-21 will put an amendment on the April 2021 ballot changing how vacancies are filled. RECOMMENDATION The Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-21. Staff has no recommendation. This is a Commission decision. BACKGROUND Currently if there is a vacancy on the commission an appointee will serve the remainder of the full three year term. If the charter amendment is approved the appointee will serve until the next regular election in April. The newly elected Commissioner will serve the rest of the three year term. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-21. The Commission can choose to modify Ordinance 2020-21 FISCAL IMPACT There is no Fiscal Impact [End Agenda Memo] Chevon Baccus, Charter Review Committee, reviewed this item. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said that this will still keep our elections on schedule so that we don't have three seats up for election at one time. 3.V. Ordinance 2020-23: Charter Amendment, City Manager Appointment - First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: ORDINANCE 2020-24 puts an amendment on the ballot in April 2021 removing dollar amounts from the City Manager’s Purchase Authorization. This change refers to the Ordinance instead. RECOMMENDATION Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-24 after first reading. Staff also recommends approval. BACKGROUND  RECOMMENDATION Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-24 after first reading. Staff also recommends approval. BACKGROUND Currently the City Manager must approve all purchases of any amount. In March of 2020 the City Commission adopted Ordinance 2020-05 modifying the purchasing thresholds for department heads and City Manager. This change to the charter would allow future changes regarding purchasing amounts and procedures to be done by Ordinance rather than by Charter Amendment. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-24. The Commission may choose to modify Ordinance 2020-24 FISCAL IMPACT None [End Agenda Memo] Keith Wadsworth, Charter Review Committee, reviewed this item. He said they left the definition of the greater Lake Wales area up to the Commission. There was extensive discussion on this point. Commissioner Goldstein said building a home can take more than 6 months. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson asked how this will be enforced. Mr. Wadsworth said this should be part of hiring process. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said the 6 months may not be necessary. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said maybe the greater Lake Wales area should be more defined. Mr. Wadsworth said the committee struggled with this and ultimately decided to leave it up to the Commission. Chevon Baccus said this allows flexibility for each Commission. James Slaton, Interim City Manager, asked if the Commission wants any changes for the Commission meeting. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said that other details should be put in the contract. 3.VI. ORDINANCE 2020-24 Charter Amendment, City Manager Purchasing – First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: ORDINANCE 2020-24 puts an amendment on the ballot in April 2021 removing dollar amounts from the City Manager’s Purchase Authorization. This change refers to the Ordinance instead. RECOMMENDATION Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-24 after first reading. Staff also recommends approval. BACKGROUND Currently the City Manager must approve all purchases of any amount. In March of 2020 the City Commission adopted Ordinance 2020-05 modifying the purchasing thresholds for department heads and City Manager. This change to the charter would allow future changes regarding purchasing amounts and procedures to be done by Ordinance rather than by Charter Amendment. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-24. The Commission may choose to modify Ordinance 2020-24  amounts and procedures to be done by Ordinance rather than by Charter Amendment. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-24. The Commission may choose to modify Ordinance 2020-24 FISCAL IMPACT None [End Agenda Memo] Chevon Baccus, Charter Review Committee Chair, reviewed this item. 3.VII. Ordinance 2020-25 Charter Amendment, Duties Of Commissioners – First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-25 puts on the ballot in April 2021 the option to add a list of duties for the Commission to the Charter RECOMMENDATION Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-25. Staff has no recommendation. This is a Commission decision. BACKGROUND Ordinance 2020-25 will put a Charter Amendment on the next ballot to add a list of duties of the City Commission to the Charter. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-25. The Commission may choose to modify Ordinance 2020-25. FISCAL IMPACT None [End Agenda Memo] Chevon Baccus, Charter Review Committee Chair, reviewed this item. Commissioner Curtis Gibson asked if evaluating the City Attorney should be on the list. Ms. Baccus explained that should be left up to the Commission to decide. James Slaton, Interim City Manager, suggested modifying item M concerning salary ranges as the Commission recently voted to change voting on salary ranges. Mr. Slaton recommended letting experts run the government. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said they recently decided that this an administrative side responsibility. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson recommended taking out the one about the Commission serving as the CRA. He explains that this might change someday. The current situation has caused problems here and elsewhere. Commissioner Howell asked if other citizens should watch over the CRA money. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said Budget decisions are still under the city Commission. Commissioner Goldstein asked why the Commission is the CRA board now. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson reviewed the history of the board.  and elsewhere. Commissioner Howell asked if other citizens should watch over the CRA money. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said Budget decisions are still under the city Commission. Commissioner Goldstein asked why the Commission is the CRA board now. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson reviewed the history of the board. Commissioner Goldstein said he asked for this as a guide for new commissioners. All of this going into the Charter may lock us in. Lets leave this up to the Commission. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said he agrees with taking out the item about the CRA. He is in favor of leaving in M so that a City Manager must be responsive to the Commission about changes that go over budget. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said that the duties might be determined more legislatively than the charter. Andy Oguntola, Charter Review Committee, said new Commissioners need an orientation process. The duties might not need to be in the Charter but they should be somewhere. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said they attend a training put on by the Florida League of Cities. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said that is a good training and he is in support of the League of Cities and the events they put on. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said let's do this but not in the Charter. Commissioner Howell said should this be an Ordinance instead. Commissioner Goldstein agreed. Chevon Baccus said they will withdraw this recommendation. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said an orientation is needed for new Commissioners. Mr. Slaton agreed. 3.VIII. Ordinance 2020-26 Charter Amendment Capital Program – 1st Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-26 places on the next ballot changes to the approval of the Capital Program in the Charter RECOMMENDATION Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-26 Charter Amendment Capital Program after 1st Reading. Staff also recommends approval. BACKGROUND Currently in the City Charter the Capital Program is to be submitted to the Commission three months before the final draft budget. For many years these have been submitted to the Commission at the same time. Ordinance 2020-26 places on the next ballot in April 2021 a Charter Amendment changing the procedure so they can be distributed to the Commission at the same time. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-26. The Commission can choose to modify Ordinance 2020-26. FISCAL IMPACT  Do not approve Ordinance 2020-26. The Commission can choose to modify Ordinance 2020-26. FISCAL IMPACT None. [End Agenda Memo] Keith Wadsworth, Charter Review Committee, reviewed this item. 3.IX. Ordinance 2020-28 Charter Amendment, Duties Of The Mayor – First Reading [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Ordinance 2020-28 places on the ballot a Charter amendment modifying duties of the Mayor concerning board appointments. RECOMMENDATION The Charter Review Committee recommends approval of Ordinance 2020-28 Charter Amendment, Duties of the Mayor after First Reading. Staff has no recommendation. BACKGROUND Currently in the City Charter the Mayor appoints members to our citizen boards which are approved by the Commission. The Charter Review Committee in response to discussions about board appointments at recent meetings recommends putting an amendment on the next ballot modifying the duties of Mayor to allow the Commission a greater role in recruiting and selecting members of various City Boards and Committees. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve Ordinance 2020-28. The Commission can choose to modify Ordinance 2020-28 FISCAL IMPACT None [End Agenda Memo] Jim Weaver, Charter Review Committee, reviewed this item. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson said the Commission may do better with appointments if there is more collaboration. There might be better results. Chevon Baccus said this flexibility will allow each Commission to decide how best to handle appointments. Ms. Baccus said that 8 amendments will go forward for a vote at the next Commission meeting. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson commended the Charter Review Committee for their hard work. 4. Resolution 2020-37 Park Water Company Acquisition [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: As part of receiving State Revolving Loan Funds (SRF) a resolution has to be adopted by the city stating is  [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: As part of receiving State Revolving Loan Funds (SRF) a resolution has to be adopted by the city stating is financial position to apply for these funds prior to any disbursements. STAFF RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Commission consider taking the following action: 1. Adopt Resolution 2020-37 Park Water Company Acquisition. BACKGROUND The City staff has been working diligently to finalize the purchase of Park Water Company with the use of State Revolving Loan Funds. A request for inclusion was submitted, with all the accompanying documentation, so the City could be placed on the SRF funding list to be announced on November 18, 2020. The next step in the process is to submit the application, an adopted resolution, and a letter stating the City’s intent to request the funds upfront for this purchase. Normally the city would have had to pay the contractor invoices or bill of sale up front and request disbursement once a canceled check is received. Due to this being a purchase contract, SRF allows for the request of funds up front to make this purchase, doing away with the need for the City to do any type of bridge funding. The resolution states, the Florida Administrative Code rules require authorization to apply for loans, to establish pledged revenues, to designate an authorized representative; to provide assurances of compliance with loan program requirements; and to enter into a loan agreement. Staff is recommending the City Commission adopt Resolution 2020-37 Park Water Company Acquisition. OPTIONS None. Without the adoption of Resolution 2020-37 the City would not be eligible to apply or receive SRF funds for this purchase. FISCAL IMPACT None at this time. Once a contract has been proposed it will be brought back before this Commission for approval. [End Agenda Memo] James Slaton, Interim City Manager, and Sarah Kirkland, Utilities Director, reviewed this item. Commissioner Curtis Gibson said he toured this facility recently and seeing it in person is better than the pictures. He said this is a good deal. 5. Ordinance 2020-27 Zoning Amendment – Chapter 23 Zoning, Land Use And Development [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS The proposed regulations will create the Planned Development Mixed Use zoning district and Master Development Plan process to enable the recently-adopted Mixed Use Master Development Plan Policy (2.18) of the Lake Wales Comprehensive Plan. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 2020-27 at second reading, following a public hearing. Public notice requirements have been met.  RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 2020-27 at second reading, following a public hearing. Public notice requirements have been met. BACKGROUND At a regular meeting on May 26, 2020, the Planning and Zoning Board made a recommendation of approval to the City Commission to adopt the new Land Development Regulations. Commission approved the amendments at first reading on October 6, 2020. Proposed Changes include the following: Table 23-211 will be amended to include the Master Development Plan requiring Administrative – recommendation, Planning Board – recommendation with public hearing, and City Commission – adoption with public hearing. Section 23-242. Establishment of review fees. Section 23-222.4.a.3 Master Development Plans (MDP) proposed language in attachment A on page 15. Section 23-228 Master Development (MDP) Review Process – this is a brand new section of code to provide the framework for review and approval. Table 23-421 Permitted and special exception uses allowed in zoning districts is amended to include the new district. The majority of the new regulations are the establishment of Division 5. Master Development Plan Regulations and subsequent Sections. The proposed regulations were drafted in collaboration with Diane Chadwick and Katie LaBarr of Stantec, consultants for representing the Winter Haven Corporation. FISCAL IMPACT This action has no direct fiscal impact. OTHER OPTIONS Commission may choose not to approve the ordinance. [End Agenda Memo] Mark Bennett, Development Services Director, reviewed this item. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson confirmed that there are no changes with this. Mr. Bennett said everything is the same. 6. Ordinance D2020-02 – CPA/Zoning – 1st Reading – Public Hearing Mckibben Powersports Property – .51 Acres East Of US Hwy 27 [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS This Ordinance will amend land use designations on the Future Land Use Map (Comprehensive Plan) and the Zoning Map for property owned by MCK Properties of Lake Wales, LLC, East of US Highway 27 and abutting the existing Mckibben Powersports site. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the request.  This Ordinance will amend land use designations on the Future Land Use Map (Comprehensive Plan) and the Zoning Map for property owned by MCK Properties of Lake Wales, LLC, East of US Highway 27 and abutting the existing Mckibben Powersports site. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the request. BACKGROUND The subject property comprises .51 acres, and is identified by Polk County Property Appraiser Parcel Number Parcel 27-29-34-875000-006100. The property is legally described as Lots 10 and 11, Block 6 of Everett’s Subdivision per Plat Book 30 Page 45 of Polk County Public Records, and comprises .51 acres. The annexation of this property occurred via Ordinance 2020-10, at the request of the property owner. At a regular meeting on June 23, 2020, the Planning & Zoning Board recommended IND Industrial future land use and I-2 Industrial Infill zoning designations. These designations are consistent with those already assigned to the existing developed site. This request came before the Commission on July 7, 2020, for first reading; however, staff postponed the adoption hearing until our Comprehensive Plan was in compliance. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan was transmitted to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) at the October 6, 2020 City Commission meeting, and therefore adoption of D2020-02 can now take place. FISCAL IMPACT Assigning land use and zoning designations enables future improvements of the property and a potential increase in the property value. OTHER OPTIONS Not approve the Ordinance. [End Agenda Memo] Mark Bennett, Development Services Director, reviewed this item. 7. Grant Application: Florida Humanities Community Project [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: A grant application to the Florida Humanities Council for $5000. The grant would require a 1:1 matching city contribution of $5,000 in FY 2020-2021. The Museum will cover the cost of the match from monies raised by additional proposed contributed gifts from Duke Energy, Mountain Lake Community Service, and Citizen Bank & Trust. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 1. Approve a grant application to the Florida Humanities for funding that will be allocated to the creation of the new Lake Wales African American Archive in 2021. 2. Authorize approval of grant contract by the Interim City Manager, if awarded. BACKGROUND: The Florida Humanities Council sponsors community based projects, facilitates important conversations among Floridians, and shines a spotlight on Florida’s history, art, and culture. Established in 1973, FHC is an independent, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. For over forty years we have developed and funded public programs that tell the stories of both Florida and those unique individuals that call this state their home. FHC is funded by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs. If our application is approved, the grant money will be used to create a new African American Archive that includes to research the history, conduct oral histories, establish relationships,  culture. Established in 1973, FHC is an independent, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. For over forty years we have developed and funded public programs that tell the stories of both Florida and those unique individuals that call this state their home. FHC is funded by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs. If our application is approved, the grant money will be used to create a new African American Archive that includes to research the history, conduct oral histories, establish relationships, and create a permanent home for the history and stories of the African-American community and its people in Lake Wales. The grant program is a renewable award with an approved application. Any grant funds received from this application would be applicable from December 1, 2020 – December 1, 2021. The grant requires a minimum 1:1 match of funds. The Museum will cover the cost of the match from monies raised by additional proposed contributed gifts from Duke Energy, Mountain Lake Community Service, and Citizen Bank & Trust. Grant requests have already been submitted these organizations. OTHER OPTIONS: Do not apply for this grant. No appropriations needed. FISCAL IMPACT: $5000 in matching funds in FY 2020-2021. See attached fiscal impact statement. James Slaton, Interim City Manager, reviewed this item. Deputy Mayor Robin Gibson confirmed that the match is not coming from general revenue. Mr. Slaton confirmed this. 8. Appointments – Board Of Adjustments And Appeals, Library Board [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Appointments to fill vacancies on the Board of Adjustments and Appeals and Library Board. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Mayor and Commission to make the following appointments as deemed appropriate. 1. Re-appoint Warren Turner to a term on the Board of Adjustments and Appeals for a term expiring July 1, 2023. 2. Appoint Imelda Tice to a new term on the Library Board for a term expiring July 1, 2023 BACKGROUND As of July 1, 2020 terms will have expired on many of our boards. These are those applying for appointment or re-appointments to new terms. Some vacancies are from resignations. The Mayor makes appointments to various citizen advisory and regulatory boards, commissions, committees, and authorities with the advice and consent of the City Commission (City Charter, Sec. 3.06). Board of Zoning Adjustment and Appeals (BOA) (City Code Sec. 23-206.1) The board consists of five (5) members. 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: 4 vacancies (5) members. 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: 4 vacancies Current Members: James Boterf, resident 07/01/20 – 07/01/20, 4 Deborah Solow, resident 02/19/20 – 07/01/20, P Sue Marino, resident 07/01/19 – 07/01/22, P+2 Eberhard, Ralph, resident 08/02/16 - 07/01/19 Turner, Warren 07/05/17 - 07/01/20, 1 Applying for Re-Appointment: Warren Turner for a term expiring on 7/1/2023 Library Board (City Code Sec. 2-26,(b)) – The board consists of five (5) members. Four members must reside in the City, own property in the City or hold a valid business tax receipt issued from by the City. One member shall be a resident of the unincorporated Greater Lake Wales area having a Lake Wales address or a resident of the City of Lake Wales if the Lake Wales Public Library is a member of the Polk County Cooperative and receives operating funds from Polk County Board of County Commissioners (Ordinance 2008-07; 02/19/08). (5-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: 2 vacancies, resident, due to resignations Current Meeting Schedule: 1st Wednesday @ 4:00 p.m.; Lake Wales Library Primary Duties: Operate the public library; control expenditures of all monies collected or donated to the Library Fund; appoint the library staff and establish rules and regulations for operation and use of the Library subject to the supervision and control of the City Commission. Current Members: Jolene Lake, outside 08/02/16 -07/1/21, 1 Paula Alford, resident 08/15/17 – 07/01/22, 1 Michalkiewicz, Brystal, resident 08/04/15 - 07/01/21, P+1 Deborah Solow, resident 09/19/18 - 07/01/23, 1 Allison Kapphan, resident 07/01/19 - 07/01/24, P+1 Applying for Appointment: Imelda Tice for a term expiring on 7/1/2023 OPTIONS Do not appoint those that have applied. FISCAL IMPACT None. These are volunteer boards. [End Agenda Memo]  FISCAL IMPACT None. These are volunteer boards. [End Agenda Memo] James Slaton, Interim City Manager, reviewed this item. 9. CITY COMMISSION AND MAYOR COMMENTS Commissioner Curtis Gibson said that he has heard concerns from business owners about panhandling. Is there something we can do. James Slaton, Interim City Manager, said he will discuss this with our Police Chief. 10. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 4:37 p.m. _________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _________________________ City Clerk