Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 06-27-2006 ‎(regular)‎ — reading text

illegally and is a benefit to the towing operator. The Mayor called for the vote on the amendment and it failed by a vote of 1 to 5 with Minich in favor and Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, and Hartwell opposed ( Holmes abstained). The Mayor advised that the only amendment to the ordinance to be voted on is to omit the 7, 500 square foot yard. The Mayor called for the vote on the motion to adopt Ord. 1671, as amended, and it carried by a vote of 5 to 1 with Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, and Hartwell in favor and Minich opposed (Holmes abstained).  Regular Meeting 06/ 13/ 06 32 REGULAR AGENDA-GENERAL PUBLIC Lee McDonald, 10 Ru de Ie Roi, discussed the issue of the increase in green fees at the Golf Club, and his concern that the golf club is losing members. Chris Gibson, 249 Brooks Street, was advised that there has not been an overabundance of loss of membership at the golf club. Ted Corcoran of the Chamber of Commerce presented a Resolution to the City recognizing their valiant efforts to protect the City from Billy Bowlegs and his band of the recent pirates during Billy Bowlegs festival. Steve Pardue, owner of Fort Walton Beach Yacht Service at 248 Eglin Parkway, requested Council's assistance in retaining his yacht service business as a conditional use. He explained that the main business at the location, Fort Walton Beach Yacht Sales, closed their business leaving the yacht service in violation of the City code, meaning the business must vacate the site by August 9. Extensive discussion was held regarding 0 ptions available tot he yacht service, including the property owner requesting reassignment of the conditional use and reinstate the yacht service business by August 9, or for the yacht service business to relocate. PRESENTA TION-OKALOOSA COUNTRY TRANSIT Presentation by Okaloosa County Transit Coordinator regarding new summer bus routes. Christy Johnson, Transit Coordinator for Okaloosa County, discussed the new summer routes beginning July 5. Ms. Johnson advised the new routes will include access to City Hall and will meet the transportation goals of the Comprehensive Plan, and the objectives of the CRA Plan and the Beal Neighborhood Action Plan. There was no action required by Council. POLICIES REGARDING FAIRGROUND RENTALS Consideration of a request by Northwest Florida Fair Association to discuss policies regarding Fairground Rentals. The City Manager advised a letter was received from Bull Rigdon, Director of the Northwest Florida Fair Association, regarding policies implemented by the City for special event at the permitting Fairgrounds, and that Mr. Rigdon was present to discuss his concerns. Bull Rigdon, 9 Bay Drive, advised the 45-day written policy to have events at the fairgrounds presents a burden in the operations of the fairgrounds as each request not on the original plan has to go before Council for approval. He stated he would like to go back to the original lease whereby an operation plan is made for the entire year and City approval is not required for added events, as long as they are licensed and are not a deterrent to the City. The City Manager advised that previously, the fair was governed by the U. S. Forestry Service who did not have much oversight over the events that took place there. However, since the City has taken possession of the property, the City' s regulations for businesses licensing must be adhered to, and she has spoken with Mr. Rigdon about his concerns and will try to work something out with him. She informed she has been working under the Council's direction that they be informed about all activities taking place at the fairgrounds to ensure it is conducted in the proper way, and that the issue of fire permitting is one of the most important issue to ensure adequate fire protection. Regular Meeting 06/13/ 06 233 FAIRGROUND POLICIES ( CONTI The City Manager noted that the property has only recently been annexed into the City, and that is when the City's policies took effect. Council stated protecting the interest of the City is their major concern and that everything that occurs at the fairgrounds is legal and that the City has liabifity. Mr. Rigdon advised that the fairgrounds furnish insurance policies and that anyone who uses the property must have insurance as well. He questioned the difference between organizations such as Billy Bowlegs and various churches that use vendors but do not have to pay for permits. The City Manager explained that the fairgrounds generate revenue from their events for fair operations, while non- profit organizations use revenue received for other purposes. The City Attorney advised that Fair Associations are governed by a separate section of the Statute, Section 616. 11, which authorizes fair associations to enter into agreements with a municipality for use of the property in that municipality. The City Manager advised she will meet with Mr. Rigdon to discuss his concerns and report back to Council what occurs. PURCHASE OF VANDEGRIFF PARK Consideration of a request authorizing the purchase of the property located at 146 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, more commonly known as Vandegriff Park, at an amount not to exceed $ 45, 000. Further, direct the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate the agreement and for the Mayor and other parties to execute the agreement. Missy McKim, CDS Director, advised this purchase is desired to maintain the walkway between the Indian Temple Mound and the Fort Walton Landing. She informed the property owner wishes to sell the property, that it has been budgeted for and an agreement has been reached on the sale price. Council was advised the closing costs and attorney fees would be approximately $ 1, 250 above the 45, 000 sale price. Glenda Glover, 115 Waynel Circle, was advised an appraisal was done on the property. Mr. Tucker moved to purchase the property located at 146 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, more commonly known as Vandegriff Park, at an amount not to exceed $45, 000, and that the City would pay all closing costs except for any tax proration amount. Further, direct the City Manager and City Attorney to negotiate the contract, execute any additional documents and close on the purchase. Mr. Patterson seconded motion and it carried unanimously with Holmes, Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Hartwell, and Minich in favor. RECESS The meeting recessed at 8: 57 p. m. RECONVENE The meeting reconvened at 9: 00 p. m. RES. 06- 10, PROCEDURES FOR HEARING OFFICER PROCEEDINGS The Mayor read the resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR HEARING OFFICER PROCEEDINGS, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  Regular Meeting 06/ 13/ 06 34 RES. 10 ( 06.. CONTI The City Attorney advised the resolution establishes hearing officer proceedings. Council was advised the policies have not yet been worked out, but that the hearing officer will be a member of the police department. Mr. Holmes announced he will abstain from the vote as he works for a wrecker company. Mr. Campbell moved to adopt Res. 0 6- 10. Mr. Minich seconded motion and it carried unanimously with Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Hartwell, and Minich in favor (Holmes abstained). RES. 06- 11, PROCEDURES FOR ROTATION WRECKER PROGRAM The Mayor read the resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES FOR THE ROTATION WRECKER PROGRAM OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The City Attorney explained this resolution sets out the violations. Mr. Holmes announced he will abstain from the vote as he works for a wrecker company. Mr. Minich moved to adopt Res. 06- 11. Mr. Campbell seconded motion and it carried unanimously with Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Hartwell, and Minich in favor (Holmes abstained). RES. 06- 12, MAXIMUM FEES FOR WRECKERS/ SERVICES The Mayor read the resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING MAXIMUM FEES TO BE CHARGED BY WRECKERS AND WRECKER SERVICES IN THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DA TE. The City Attorney requested that a motion include an amendment to delete paragraph B in Section II, Lines 21- 23, as it is not necessary in the resolution. Judith Fiasco, 228 Alconese, was advised that Council is required to review the maximum fees on or before December 31 of each year. The City Manager requested an amendment to make the fees a part of the City' s Comprehensive Fee Schedule to ensure they are reviewed each year in October. The City Attorney suggested a phrase in Section III that reads " the adopted fees will be included in the City's comprehensive fee schedule." Mr. Holmes announced he will abstain from the vote as he works for a wrecker company. Mr. Minich moved to adopt Res. 06- 12, as amended, deleting Section II, Paragraph B, and adding the sentence " the adopted fees will be included in the City' s Comprehensive Fee Schedule" to Section III. Dr. Pullen seconded motion. Regular Meeting 06/13/ 06 235 RES. 06- 12 { CONTI Mr. Holmes expressed concern that the deletion of Paragraph B could force fees