Regular City Commission Meeting

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SARASOTA CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF JULY 1, 2002, AT 6:00 P.M.

PRESENT: Mayor Carolyn J. Mason, Vice Mayor Lou Ann R. Palmer, Commissioners Richard F. Martin, Mary J. Quillin, and Mary Anne Servian, City Manager Michael A. McNees, City Auditor and Clerk Billy E. Robinson, and City Attorney Richard J. Taylor

ABSENT: None

PRESIDING: Mayor Mason

The meeting was called to order in accordance with Article III, Section 9(a) of the City of Sarasota Charter at 6:01 p.m.

City Auditor and Clerk Robinson gave the Invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

1. PRESENTATION RE: MAYOR'S CITATION TO BILLY ROBINSON, CITY AUDITOR AND CLERK, FOR EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE TO THE CITY AND THE COMMUNITY

Mayor Mason requested that City Auditor and Clerk Robinson join her and the Commission at the Commission table for the presentation.

Mayor Mason read in its entirety the Mayor's Citation indicating that Mr. Robinson was born in Fort Myers, Florida, graduated from Charlotte High School in Punta Gorda, Florida, and received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the School of Business at Florida State University; that Mr. Robinson joined the City on June 20, 1979, and served as Auditor, Auditor/Administrative Assistant, Senior Auditor/Administrative Assistant, Assistant City Auditor and Clerk, and Deputy City Auditor and Clerk and was appointed Acting City Auditor and Clerk on July 1, 1989, and City Auditor and Clerk on January 1, 1990; that Mr. Robinson serves as the Parliamentarian for the City Commission and provides invaluable advice and guidance to the City's elected officials in the performance of their official duties; that Mr. Robinson acts as the "glue" which keeps the City Commission moving forward in a positive direction and is always available to assist the Commissioners in meeting the needs of the citizens of the community and advancing the goals and objectives of the

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Commission; that Mr. Robinson is a focal point of contact for the Commissioners, City Staff, the citizens of our community, members of the business community, and others who do business with the City; expressed appreciation to Mr. Robinson for outstanding service to the City Government and for helping make Sarasota a great place to live and work; and presented the Mayor's Citation to City Auditor and Clerk Robinson.

Mayor Mason continued that keeping the recognition a surprise was difficult; that City Auditor and Clerk Robinson is the keeper of the records and prepares the Agenda; that the assistance from Karen McGowan, Deputy City Auditor and Clerk, Pamela Christian, Assistant City Auditor and Clerk, Administrative Operations, and colleagues in planning the recognition is appreciated.

City Auditor and Clerk Robinson thanked the Commission for the recognition; and stated that the recognition is a surprise; that working for the City is a pleasure; that City Staff and the citizens of the City are friends and very supportive.

2. PRESENTATION RE: EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH FOR JUNE 2002, TERRY RUTHRUFF, MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST AND PAUL SHUMWAY, UTILITY SPECIALIST, POLICE DEPARTMENT

Mayor Mason requested that City Manager McNees, Edward Whitehead, Acting Chief of Police, Sarasota Police Department (SPD), and Terry Ruthruff, and Paul Shumway, Maintenance Specialists, SPD, and Employees of the Month for June 2002, join her and the Commission at the Commission table for the presentation.

Acting Chief Whitehead stated that Mr. Ruthruff and Mr. Shumway are very dedicated and conscientious in their duties; that they painted the entire interior of the police station, including the exterior trim and doors through dedicated teamwork and a concerted effort; that the painting was completed two months ahead of schedule in addition to their daily tasks which enabled the early implementation of another SPD project; that they voluntarily changed their schedules to paint the interior of the SPD and worked together to minimize the inconvenience to other SPD employees.

Acting Chief Whitehead continued that both employees can handle any emergency encountered, are constantly requested to handle a variety of tasks, and vigilant for required maintenance at the six offsite SPD locations; that all tasks are completed with a positive attitude and without complaint; that they are highly

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motivated, require little supervision, take the initiative, and address problems themselves; that both serve the SPD and the City with excellence and pride.

Mayor Mason read the Employee of the Month plaques in their entirety, presented Terry Ruthruff and Paul Shumway with City-logo watches, and certificates as the June 2002 Employees of the Month in appreciation of their unique performance with the City; and congratulated them for their efforts.

City Manager McNees recognized the families of Mr. Ruthruff and Mr. Shumway for support on their behalf; stated that the ability to work as a team is appreciated; and thanked Mr. Ruthruff and Mr. Shumway for their efforts.

3. PRESENTATION RE: CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO WWSB CHANNEL 40 AND SARASOTA FORD FOR JOINING THE CITY IN SPONSORING AND FUNDING THIS YEAR'S JULY 4TH FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT THE BAYFRONT

Mayor Mason requested that Dan Clarke, Special Services/Community Relations, Sarasota Ford, and J. Manuel Calvo, President and General Manager, WWSB-TV Channel 40, join her and the Commission at the Commission table for the presentation.

Mayor Mason read in its entirety the Certificate of Appreciation indicating that WWSB-TV Channel 40 and Sarasota Ford are joining the City in sponsoring and funding the July 4, 2002, fireworks display at Bayfront Park; that pride is taken in the fireworks display; that the sponsorship of $10,000 each allows continuation of the City's fireworks tradition at a time funding appeared no longer available; that both WWSB-TV Channel 40 and Sarasota Ford have demonstrated their commitment to the community by coming forward so residents and visitors can enjoy the fireworks as the Country celebrates its Independence Day; and presented each with the Certificate of Appreciation.

Mr. Clarke thanked the Commission for the recognition and stated that the people of the City and taxpayers have also made the fireworks display possible; that contributions to the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the Country have caused a decline in contributions to local charities; that Sarasota Ford and WWSB-TV Channel 40 assisted with the financial burden of the fireworks display this year; that citizens are

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encouraged to make any financial contributions previously given to support the fireworks to local charities.

Mr. Calvo stated that WWSB-TV Channel 40 is thrilled to be a part of the partnership with the City and Sarasota Ford; that a fabulous fireworks display is anticipated; that the fireworks display is organized by Garden State Fireworks and will be accompanied by music from Oldies 108; that July 4, 2002, will be a time to remember the victims of September 11, 2001, and to celebrate the Country's independence.

4. CHANGE TO THE ORDERS OF THE DAY - APPROVED

City Auditor and Clerk Robinson presented the following Change to the Orders of the Day:

A. Remove under Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing, Item No. IV-B-1, proposed Ordinance No. 02-4390; pertaining to Rezone Application 02-RE-08 and Site Plan Application 02-SP-19 (and related Rezone Ordinance Amendment 02-ROA-04) pertaining to a proposed office building to be located at the northwest corner of Prospect Street and South Tamiami Trail with a street address of 1250 South Tamiami Trail per the request of the Administration.

City Auditor and Clerk Robinson stated that proposed Ordinance No. 02-4390 will be rescheduled; that another review by the Planning Board/Local Planning Agency (PBLP) may be required.

MOTION: Approve the Change to the Orders of the Day OUTCOME: Passed VOTE: Ayes 5 / Nays 0 / Absent 0 / Abstain 0 AYES: Martin, Palmer, Quillin, Servian, Mason

The Commission recessed at 6:15 p.m. into a Special meeting of the Community Redevelopment Agency and reconvened at 6:32 p.m.

5. APPROVAL RE: MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SARASOTA CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF APRIL 29, 2002, AND THE REGULAR SARASOTA CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF JUNE 17, 2002, - APPROVED (AGENDA ITEM I-1, -2)

Mayor Mason asked if the Commission had any changes to the minutes? Mayor Mason stated that hearing no changes, the minutes of the Special Sarasota City Commission meeting of

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April 29, 2002, and the Regular Sarasota City Commission meeting of June 17, 2002, are approved by unanimous consent.