PUBLIC HEARINGS

Planning Director Ben Rangel stated that Resolution 9455 annexes East Ridge Phase 2, a 7 lot single-family residential subdivision along segments of 13th Avenue South and 43rd and 45th Streets South. Ordinance 2899 assigns a zoning classification of "A" Residence Use, "A" Area District, to East Ridge Phase 2.

On April 13, 2004, the Planning Board held a public hearing and at its conclusion passed a motion recommending the governing bodies approve the final plat of East Ridge Addition, Phase 2, subject to the applicant fulfilling the following conditions: applicant sign an annexation agreement; pay all fees; any errors or omissions be corrected; and final engineering documents approved.

Mayor Gray declared the public hearing open. No one appeared to speak in support of or opposition to Resolution 9455 or Ordinance 2899. Mayor Gray declared the public hearing closed.

Commissioner Beecher moved, seconded by Commissioner Hinz, that the City Commission adopt Resolution 9455 and approve the Final Plat and Annexation Agreement all related to East Ridge Phase 2.

Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Hinz moved, seconded by Commissioners Jovick-Kuntz and Rosenbaum, that the City Commission adopt Ordinance 2899.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

NEW BUSINESS

Planning Director Ben Rangel reported that Ordinance 2903 rezones Lot 1, Block 1, Jewel Addition, from 1st Industrial, "D" Area District, to "PUD" Planned Unit Development District. Lot 1 is 90 acres in area and is presently occupied by the Emerald Greens Golf Course.

On June 10, 2003, the Planning Board conducted a public hearing and at its conclusion passed a motion recommending the City Commission approve the amended plat, subject to the following conditions: dedication or deed to the City for sufficient right-of-way for American Avenue between 6th and 14th Streets Southwest, the City be provided or be included in an easement for the right-of-way corridor; correcting any errors or omissions; preparation of a certificate of title by a title company to be filed with the Amended Plat; and entering into an improvements agreement.

Commissioner Beecher moved, seconded by Commissioner Rosenbaum, that the City Commission accept Ordinance 2903 on first reading and set a public hearing for April 5, 2005, to consider adoption of Ordinance 2903.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

Planning Director Ben Rangel reported that upon annexation Ordinance 2904 assigns a zoning classification of "C" Residence Use, "C" Area District, to Beebe Tracts 11-1 and 11-2. The property is located along the north side of Central Avenue between 44th and 46th Streets. The owner/developer intends to construct seven duplex condominium structures (14 total residential units) on the western portion of the property and a 12-plex apartment building on the eastern portion.

On October 26, 2004, the Planning Board conducted a public hearing and at its conclusion recommended the City Commission annex the property subject to the applicant fulfilling the following conditions: pay all fees; final engineering approved by the Public Works Department; and the applicant sign an annexation agreement.

Commissioner Hinz moved, seconded by Commissioner Beecher, that the City Commission accept Ordinance 2904 on first reading and set a public hearing for April 5, 2005, to consider adoption of Ordinance 2904.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

Fire Chief Randy McCamley reported that by state law, municipalities must adopt local fire codes that meet the minimum standard adopted by the state. The City is allowed to adopt stricter requirements at a local level, but they cannot be more lenient. Currently, the State adopted the 2003 edition of NFPA 1 Uniform Fire Code.

Commissioner Jovick-Kuntz moved, seconded by Commissioner Beecher, that the City Commission accept Ordinance 2905 on first reading and set the public hearing for April 5, 2005.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

Fiscal Services Director Coleen Balzarini reported that the projected June 30, 2005, SID Revolving Fund balance would be $250,440. This was $210,690 above the minimum balance required by State Statute, and $167,450 below the minimum amount allowed by IRS Arbitrage Standards related to maximum debt service reserves. Staff stated that this balance provided adequate reserves within the SID Revolving Fund. Existing SID policies, along with retained SID debt service and revolving fund balances, would continue to provide security for the City's SID bonded debt.

Commissioner Rosenbaum moved, seconded by Commissioner Hinz, that the City Commission adopt Resolution 9459.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

CONSENT AGENDA

Commissioner Hinz moved, seconded by Commissioner Rosenbaum, that the City Commission accept the Consent Agenda as printed.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

BOARDS & COMMISSIONS.

Following are the original appointment dates for the members recommended for reappointment. All were eligible for and interested in reappointment.

Commissioner Hinz moved, seconded by Commissioner Rosenbaum, that the City Commission reappoint Ella Mae Howard, Sara Hopkins Schoenenberger, Bill Wilson, and Marilyn Swenson to the Advisory Commission on International Relationships for three-year terms ending March 31, 2008.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

Frederick "Rick" Walsh was appointed on April 6, 2004, to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2007. Mr. Walsh was moving to Ohio. Therefore, it was necessary to appoint one new member to fill his position.

Commissioner Beecher moved, seconded by Commissioner Jovick-Kuntz, that the City Commission appoint Joseph P. Boyle to the Business Improvement District for the remainder of a four-year term, through June 30, 2007.

Motion carried 5-0.
 

PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION.

ADJOURNMENT