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SEBASTIAN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
and
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016 - 6:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
1. Mayor McPartlan called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Pastor Dave Newhart from St. Elizabeth's Episcopal Church gave the invocation.
3. Council Member Gillmor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. ROLL CALL
Council Present:
Mayor Bob McPartlan
Council Member Andrea Coy
Council Member Richard Gillmor
Excused Absence:
Vice Mayor Jerome Adams
Council Member Jim Hill
Citv Staff Present:
City Manager Joe Griffin
City Attorney Robert A. Ginsburg
City Clerk Jeanette Williams
Deputy Police Chief Greg Witt
Administrative Services Director Ken Killgore
Asst. Administrative Services Director Cynthia Watson
Community Development Director Marissa Moore
Planner Dorri Bosworth
Airport Director Scott Baker
Purchasing Agent Jim Romanek
Golf Course Director Greg Gardner
5. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
Modifications and additions require unanimous vote of City Council members
It was the consensus of City Council to move item #13 public input after new business to
accommodate a resident who would be arriving later.
6. PROCLAMATIONS. AWARDS/ BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Presentations of proclamations, certificates and awards, and brief timely announcements by Council and Staff.
No public input or action under this heading.
A. Introduce Purchasing Agent/Contracts Administrator Jim Romanek
The City Manager introduced Jim Romanek who brings a lot of experience in contract
administration and purchasing. Mr. Romanek thanked everyone for the opportunity to be
here.
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B. Brief Announcements — none
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7. Recess Citv Council Meeting and Convene as Communitv Redevelopment Aaencv
A. Call to Order and Roll Call
CRA Members Present:
Chairman Bob McPartlan
Council Member Andrea Coy
Council Member Richard Gillmor
Excused CRA Members:
Vice Mayor Jerome Adams
Council Member Jim Hill
B. ADDroval of March 23. 2016 CRA Minutes
MOTION by Ms. Coy and SECOND by Mr. Gillmor to approve the March 23, 2016
minutes.
Roll call: Ayes: Coy, Gillmor, McPartlan Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill)
Motion carried.
C. ADDrove Amendina the FY15/16 CRA Budaet to ADDrooriate Proiect Funds from
Shoreline Stabilization to Landscaoe Enhancement of the CavCoro and Overflow
Parkina (Transmittal. Plan)
The City Manager requested the funds be moved to enhance the landscape at
Riverview Park. The Community Development Director stated the improvements will
be low maintenance and a good addition to the aesthetics of the park.
Council Member Gillmor asked that in the future, the City look for a living shoreline
rather than a seawall along the riverfront.
MOTION by Mr. Gillmor and SECOND by Ms. Coy to approve the transfer of funds
for the landscape enhancement.
Roll call: Ayes: Coy, Gillmor, McPartlan Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion
carried.
D. Approve Facade. Sian and Landscaoe Grant Award to Dawn Biehl for Office Buildina
at 709 Washinaton Street (Transmittal. Summaries, Aoolication)
The Planner described the location, stating as the new owner of the office building,
Ms. Biehl would like to replace the sign. She confirmed the sign would look like the
sign on page 20 with the base shown on page 19.
MOTION by Ms. Coy and SECOND by Chairman McPartlan to approve the grant
award to Dawn Biehl.
Roll call: Ayes: Gillmor, McPartlan, Coy Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion
carried.
8. Adiourn Communitv Redevelopment Aqencv Meetina and Reconvene as Citv Council
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CONSENT AGENDA
All items on the consent agenda are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of consent agenda items unless a member City Council so requests; in which event, the
item will be removed and acted upon separately. If a member of the public wishes to provide input on a consent
agenda item, he/she should request a Council Member to remove the item for discussion prior to start of the
meeting or by raising his/her hand to be recognized.
A. Approval of Minutes — June 8, 2016 Regular Meeting
16.106 B. Prior Authorization for Council Travel to Florida League of Cities Annual Conference,
August 18-20, 2016, Diplomat Resort, Hollywood, Florida
16.105 C. Amend the FY15/16 CRA Budget to Appropriate Project Funds from Shoreline
Stabilization to Landscape Enhancement of the CavCorp and Overflow Parking (See
Item #7C)
16.107 D. Resolution No. R-16-13 - Requesting FDEP and SJRWMD to Reduce Permit
Application Fees (Transmittal, F.S.218.075, Financial Info, R-16-13)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
REQUESTING ST. JOHN'S RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT AND FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TO REDUCE PERMIT APPLICATION
FEES IN ACCORDANCE WITH FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 218.075; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
16.108 E. Approve the Installation of an All -Way Stop at Rosebush Terrace and Persian
Avenue (Transmittal, Petition, Analysis)
16.109 F. Deny Private Golf Cart Usage at Sebastian Municipal Golf Course (Transmittal,
Letter)
16.110 G. Authorize the Purchase of One 2016 Chevrolet Equinox from Alan Jay Fleet Sales
Under Florida Sherriff's Association Contract #15-23-0904 in the Amount of
$27,973.25 for Airport Administration (Transmittal, Quote, Bid Award)
16.111 H. Approve Street Closures for Crossroads Christian Fellowship 5K Run/Walk on July 9,
2016 from 7:00 am to 9:00 am (Transmittal, Applications, Receipts)
16.112 I. Approve Alcoholic Beverages for Hamilton Event at Yacht Club on August 16, 2016
from Noon for 4:00 pm (Transmittal, Application, Receipt)
16.113 J. Approve Street Closures for Christmas in July - Shop with a Cop on July 23, 2016
from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Ms. Coy requested to pull Item H.
MOTION by Mr. Gillmor and SECOND by Mayor McPartlan to approve consent agenda
items A -G and I -J.
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Ms. Coy asked that as a conditional approval, the event organizers meet with the
Community Development Director to go over where the water stations will be, how first aid
would be administered. The Community Development Director said they will be meeting
with the applicant next week.
MOTION by Ms. Coy and SECOND by Mr. Gillmor to approve the event pending approval
by the parks division.
Mayor McPartlan asked if this should have been requested earlier. The City Manager said
staff tries to accommodate the applicants as much as we can.
Ms. Coy said in the future there should be further discussion about 5K runs because the City
is paying staff overtime to assist with the fundraising event; streets and the boat ramp are
being closed which are needed. She offered there might be another location to hold 5K
fundraisers.
Roll call: Ayes: McPartlan, Coy, Gillmor Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion carried.
10. COMMITTEE REPORTS & APPOINTMENTS — None
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS — Moved to later part of the meeting.
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
16.114 A. Consider Options to Rename Wave Street and Direct Staff Accordinaly (Transmittal,
Mao)
The City Manager said in response to Mr. Ingui's request at the last meeting, he tasked the
Planner to investigate what would be needed with the emergency service organizations
knowing that his street change as airport director instigated a delayed response to an
emergency at the airport.
The Planner reported that IRC 911 Database Coordinator Paula Cantlon, said the county
does not approve alias street names anymore; for example, Wave Street also known as Dr.
McAdams Way.
She explained a resolution, application, fee and a database search (to make sure no one
else had the same name) would be needed for Council approval. Upon approval, letters to
19 other agencies would be sent out. She noted the City did request that future access to
the undeveloped property line up with Wave Street. She said staff is recommending that the
traffic loop be named after Dr. McAdams.
Bill Ingui, 626 Layport Drive, reported that Deputy Chief Witt did not have an issue with a
name change as long as everyone would know about it. He also reported the Barber Street
Fire Rescue crew said people always identify the name of the business when they have an
emergency. He was not sure if the Board of the Sebastian Charter Junior High would
support naming the loop since only half supported the naming of a building. He suggested
that Council might send a letter to the Board offering all of the options. Ms. Coy offered to
call the Board members.
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Mr. Gillmor said since it was reported that there wouldn't be a problem with the first
responders, he would be in favor of the name change.
MOTION by Mr. Gillmor and SECOND by Ms. Coy to rename Wave Street to Martha
McAdams Way pending approval by a majority of the Sebastian Charter Junior High Board.
Mr. Hocker asked how he could change the name of his street to Benny Lane or Main Street
to Council Member Lane noting there could be street changes coming from all over and he
didn't think the change was the way to go to honor someone.
Mayor McPartlan said not to downplay Dr. McAdams' role but he would think the Board
would come to Council. He was not in agreement with changing the name. He noted the
driverless Google car was recently mapping the City and not knowing when that would
happen again, Google wouldn't have the change.
The Planner noted if the request was approved, the formal application could require
approval by the Board. Mr. Gillmor AMENDED his motion to include approval by a majority
of the Board members.
Mr. Ingui noted the petition included two board member signatures. Ms. Coy SECONDED
the AMENDMENT to have the Board support the application.
Mayor McPartlan offered to write a strongly worded letter to the Board requesting they name
the loop, the school or one of the buildings after Dr. McAdams. He noted accidents might
not happen right at the school but they could happen at any portion of Wave Street.
Roll call: Ayes: Gillmor Nays: Coy, Gillmor (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion failed.
16.115 B. Award Barber Street Reconstruction Contract to Tim Rose Contractinq in the Amount
of $478.118.50 (Transmittal. Bid Tab. Contract)
6:37 pm
The City Manager explained that Tim Rose was the sole bidder and exceeded the project
budget causing staff to renegotiate reducing some of the roadway. He recommended
approval.
Ms. Coy asked why two inches of asphalt on Barber Street cost $88.50 but $91.60 on
Salem. The City Engineer said there are a variety of reasons but it could be because of
number of driveways, cross streets or some bidders just round it up.
MOTION by Ms. Coy and SECOND by Mayor McPartlan to approve the Barber Street
reconstruction contract to Tim Rose Contracting.
Linda Kinchen, 190 Delmar Street, asked why the 1,000 ft. of sod wasn't reduced with the
reduction of the roadway. She also noted the MOT was high on the second street since the
contractor doesn't have to move the equipment.
In response to Russ Owen, the City Manager said the notice to proceed will be delivered
upon Council approval, work will be done in stages, and notices will be given.
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Ms. Coy said she was concerned that things might get backed up because the contractor
has a number of agreements with the City. The City Manager agreed; it will be up to staff to
keep the projects running. He said he has been satisfied with Tim Rose's past projects. Mr.
Gillmor noted the nice job that the Mr. Rose did on Fleming and Main Street.
Mayor McPartlan asked if the contractor will blade the grass on both sides of the road,
noting Benedictine is lower than the grass. The Engineer said he would love to raise the
road but then it would be higher than the driveways that would provide for additional
expenses. The City Manager said he would have the Public Works Director look at
Benedictine but he does plan to blade the grass on Barber Street.
Roll call: Ayes: Coy, Gillmor, McPartlan Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion carried.
14. NEW BUSINESS
16.095 A. Award Workina Waterfront Drainage Improvements Contract to Tim Rose
Contractina in the Amount of $77.335.60 (Transmittal. Bid Tab. Contract)
6:52 pm
The City Manager said Tim Rose Contracting was the low bidder and recommended
approval.
MOTION by Mr. Gillmor and SECOND by Ms. Coy to approve the Working Waterfront
Drainage Improvements to Tim Rose Contracting.
Ben Hocker said there was a swale that runs the perimeter of the CavCorp parking lot, a
sewer line and a bulkhead was planned; he asked why funding was being taken from
shrubbery for this drainage.
The City Engineer explained this is a stand-alone project funded by grants from the Dept. of
Environmental Protection and SJRWMD. This contract is for the installation of a treatment
train.
Roll call: Ayes: Gillmor, McPartlan, Coy Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion carried.
16.116 B. Resolution No. R-16-14 FDOT Joint Participation Aareement for Taxiwav Improvements
(Transmittal. Summary. R-16-14, JPA)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION JOINT
PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH THE FDOT TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF TAXIWAYS C, D, & E AT THE SEBASTIAN
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE
DATE.
The City Manager said the City has long been petitioning the inadequacy of the Airport as a
non -towered airport. This will provide for the design and engineering of Taxiways C, D, and
E thereby enhancing safety on the ground. He said the Airport Director anticipates receiving
the FAA portion of this design commitment and he recommended approval.
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MOTION by Ms. Coy and SECOND by Mayor McPartlan to approve Resolution No. R-16-14
FDOT Joint Participation Agreement.
Roll call: Ayes: McPartlan, Coy, Gillmor Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion carried.
16.117 C. Consider Local Preference Bid Status (Transmittal, 0-06-01, 0-09-13)
7:00 pm
Ms. Coy said she would like to narrow the focus to Indian River County. Mr. Gillmor agreed
noting it could be an economic development tool to attract relocating businesses; and by
giving local business a crack at contracts then we are protecting the City and keeping the
money local.
The City Manager said this might help attract more bidders and confirmed the local vendor
area would be Indian River County and bids would be matched within 5%.
Mayor McPartlan noted if Brevard County does this they might not take Sebastian
businesses. Ms. Coy suggested using a mile radius. The City Attorney said the revision
could include all of Indian River County and maybe 30 miles from City Hall. Ms. Coy said it
might bring businesses to town. Mr. Gillmor said this will show we are looking out for the
local businesses.
MOTION by Mr. Gillmor and SECOND by Ms. Coy to reduce the vendor preference location
to Indian River County and for bid evaluation and comparison purposes, reduce the bid
amount by 5%.
Roll call: Ayes: McPartlan, Coy, Gillmor Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion passed.
16.030 D. First Readina of Ordinance No. 0-16-03 — Charter Amendment — Amend Section
2.03 & 4.12 — Set Public Hearino for July 13. 2016 (Transmittal. 0-16-03)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
SCHEDULING AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016, FOR THE
PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN THE
QUESTION OF WHETHER TO AMEND SECTION 2.03, AND SECTION 4.12(a) OF THE
CITY CHARTER BY CONDUCTING ELECTIONS IN EVEN NUMBERED YEARS AND
PROVIDING FOUR-YEAR TERMS FOR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS; PROVIDING BALLOT
LANGUAGE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the title of Ordinance No. 0-16-03.
MOTION by Ms. Coy and SECOND by Mayor McPartlan to pass Ordinance No. 0-16-03 on
first reading.
Ben Hocker noted this was rejected by the public at a prior election; the referenced savings
of $35,000 is peanuts. He asked if there could be a two term limit added otherwise (not
given the present board) there will be people making this a life time career. He said what
the City has now is working, he disagreed with a four year term unless a two term limit is
added.
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Without term limits, Mr. Gillmor said he had reservations and couldn't support this. Mayor
McPartlan noted every time there's an election the citizens vote you in or vote you out. He
noted the Committee met for several months and felt strongly about putting this on the
ballot.
Roll call: Ayes: Coy, McPartlan Nays: Gillmor (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion failed.
Confirmed by the City Attorney, Ms. Coy explained the Ordinance will be back at the next
meeting because in accordance with the Charter, there must be three affirmative votes for
any action of the Council to be binding.
16.030 E. First Readina of Ordinance No. 0-16-04 — Charter Amendment — Amend Section
2.05 — Set Public Hearina for July 13, 2016 (0-16-04)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
SCHEDULING AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016, FOR THE
PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN THE
QUESTION OF WHETHER TO AMEND SECTION 2.05 OF THE CITY CHARTER BY
INCREASING THE COMPENSATION FOR THE MAYOR, VICE -MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCILMEMBERS AND BY REQUIRING THAT ANY PAYMENTS FOR EXPENSES BE
LIMITED TO REIMBURSEMENT OF ACTUAL EXPENSES INCURRED; PROVIDING
BALLOT LANGUAGE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the title of Ordinance No. 0-16-04.
MOTION Ms. Coy and SECOND by Mr. Gillmor to pass Ordinance No. 0-16-04
Ben Hocker said the reimbursement of any expenses incurred could be unlimited. Mayor
McPartlan asked if there was a limit of how much the expense could be for example a limit
of $7.00 for breakfast, $12.50 for lunch and $20.00—there wouldn't be $100 meals. The City
Manager said there were limits and all of the receipts could be viewed by the public.
Ms. Coy said she could see where there would be some abuse but there are checks and
balances. Mayor McPartlan asked if he could get mileage reimbursement for going to the
MPO meeting provided he turned in a log. Mr. Gillmor said he would assume that they
would get reimbursed for mileage.
Roll call: Ayes: Coy, Gillmor, McPartlan Nays: None (Absent: Adams, Hill) Motion carried
The City Attorney announced the second reading would July 13, 2016.
16.106 F. Aoorove Florida Leaaue of Cities Items (Transmittal, FLC Info)
i. Council Delegate to FLC Annual Conference Business Meetina
Ms. Coy and Mr. Gillmor nominated Council Member Hill.
ii. Resolutions to be Submitted to FLC
Ms. Coy would like to discourage the state from tying the City's hands regarding
vacation rentals. Mr. Gillmor cited page 225 that the resolutions should be more
commemorative, constitutional or related to federal issues. Mayor McPartlan asked
if requesting home -rule could be considered constitutional. Mr. Gillmor said it could.
Ms. Coy would like the League to encourage the federal and state government to
look at gun control.
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Ms. Coy requested that Council consider what the County has done regarding the
vacation rentals at the next meeting. She noted homesteaded property cannot be
rented out. The City Attorney advised if the property owner is occupying the home
as of January 1s` they could claim homestead exemption.
Just as Council asked for the 2016 Legislative Session, Mayor McPartlan asked that
every item considered by the Legislature be marked if it will impact home -rule or if it
is an unfunded mandate.
iii. Travel Reimbursement for Members Serving on Leoislative Committees
Not addressed at this time.
13. PUBLIC INPUT
Russ Owen, Sebastian, thanked Council members for participating in Storm Grove's
Moonshot Moment. He said left hand turns are still occurring at Cumberland Farms on
CR512 and something should be done before someone gets hurt. Mayor McPartlan
suggested pylons should be installed to prevent the left turn.
Mr. Owen said over the years, dirt and grass has collected in his driveway culvert and he
doesn't have the power to clean it out. He said he would appreciate it being vacuumed out.
He also noted since the hurricanes, there is still a 20 ft. piece of aluminum in the tree by
Gore's office.
Graham Cox, 1213 George Street, requested permission to resume conversations with Mr.
Wade Pharis with Applied Aquatics to obtain information on alternative ways to treat the
canal. He would like to study this during July and August and make a report back to Council
in October.
Mayor McPartlan explained there was an issue of a possible lawsuit and it would be up to
Mr. Pharis if he wished to talk since his expert opinion would be cited. Ms. Coy noted there
were other people also making requests and threatening lawsuits and she would prefer that
he talk to the City Manager. Mr. Cox said he needed Mr. Pharis' data.
Mayor McPartlan said his request would be beyond the contract with the City and it would
be up to Mr. Pharis if he wanted to accommodate Mr. Cox. The City Manager said he would
send Mr. Pharis an e-mail that he can talk to Mr. Cox if he wants to.
Ben Hocker, Sebastian, commented on:
-public input procedures
-requested that the proposed ordinance regarding solicitation include
solicitation at the parks
-noted about three weeks he saw a volunteer on the police boat and
asked if the volunteer was CPR certified
-noted motorized bicycles are running on the sidewalks
-there are many vehicles parked in the City's swales
-confirmed there are left turn hands occurring at Cumberland Farms.
Mayor McPartlan asked him to call the hotline or the police when he sees people parking in
the swales; or, if he feels intimidated by the individuals in Riverview Park.
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15. CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS - None
16. CITY MANAGER MATTERS
The City Manager noted the tree pruning and removal will begin at Riverview Park on
Monday, June 27`h and asked the public to take note.
17. CITY CLERK MATTERS - None
18. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS
16.118 A. Charter Officer Evaluations in Accordance with Resolution No. R-12-08 (Transmittal)
Mayor McPartlan encouraged the other Members to get their evaluations in
B. Council Member Richard Gillmor
Mr. Gillmor said the Indian River Lagoon Summit was held at FIT where it was presented
that natural shorelines do much better during the hurricanes and is better for the Lagoon so
he would like to see that used instead of seawalls in the future.
He also said cities and counties should lead by example in following the fertilizer ordinance
as he recently witnessed phosphorus being applied to something other than palm trees at
the Golf Course. He suggested staff contact the contractor to discontinue the use of
phosphorus.
C. Vice Mayor Jerome Adams - absent
D. Council Member Andrea Cov
Ms. Coy said a local business on Indian River Drive was having their restaurant equipment
pressure washed and degreased into the stormwater drain with unidentified chemicals. She
said the worst part of this was that the responding police officer and code enforcement did
not realize this was a code violation. She noted City staff is aware of this now; there should
be an attempt to let the businesses know; citizens are watching; she thanked the individual
that alerted her to this incident. She said the restaurant paid to have the baffle box screens
cleaned out.
Ms. Coy said at the last Council meeting she was dismayed at some comments made and
she has people asking her what they mean. She cited the following comments made by Mr.
Gillmor: "Shame on the City of Sebastian," "I did nothing wrong," and "I didn't direct any
member of staff." She asked Mr. Gillmor what shame the City of Sebastian should have.
Mr. Gillmor said the Charter Review Committee thought it was important to include language
to prevent having three council members decide that they want to change mayors in
midyear without charges --without any specific charge ever; and talking to staff—directing
staff yet never having a direct item on this date .... He stated he spends a lot of time in
City Hall investigating the items they vote on and he doesn't have a problem with that; but to
have a Council say it is wrong to spend 20-30 hours in City Hall is not Council's place.
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Ms. Coy said that was never stated. Mr. Gillmor called for a point of order and continued to
say that he made some comments and he thinks there are some issues here and he is
concerned about the City. He said when this is allowed to go on, his comments that every
meeting could have a reorganization, not that it's going to happen, but the possibility that
three Council members could change the mayor every other month it makes the City look
small. He said they voted to leave the wording in the Charter that allows this to happen and
he will continue to say that he did nothing wrong and never directed staff.
Ms. Coy said she has had conversations with five staff members who he has directed or
overheard him directing people and three of them have written letters that are on file, that's
not true. She said she has talked to these staff members and noted he wasn't let go on a
whim; while she couldn't speak for the other Council members but she voted him out
because he overstepped his bounds time and time again. She was trying to protect staff
members and thought they were doing the right thing but the public doesn't know; the only
shame is that he was protected because staffs complaints weren't brought to the public.
She said there are complaints.
Mr. Gillmor said he has seen her talking to a police officer trying to him to arrest people. Ms.
Coy said he should file a complaint. He said he talks to staff and requests things from staff.
He said he is very proud of what he has done for the City that she isn't aware of. For
example, he was playing golf with someone who described blind spots on Main Street who
suggested a solution which he took to the City Engineer. The City Engineer said it was an
easy solution and offered to do it during the repaving project. He said that was asking staff
about the solution, not directing staff.
Ms. Coy cited an instance where he yelled at a volunteer because she didn't recognize who
he was. He said he didn't do that.
Ms. Coy asked him if he directed staff to complete his water sample tests right away or
heads will roll. He said he went to his personal expense of drawing the samples himself.
The samples had to be tested within 48 hours and they weren't. He was upset and talked to
the individual but didn't direct her. He left the meeting at 8:20 p.m.
Ms. Coy said people are asking her and they have a right to know that Council didn't
randomly decide that he shouldn't be the mayor anymore. There were lots of events that led
up to this, his behavior and actions—some that was just experienced are it. She said she
had personal experience with him at the Art Club workshop where he used loud voices and
threw what he thought was the Art Club paperwork at her but it was the Senior Center lease.
She said it was up to the other two Council Members if they want to share their reasons.
She said the complaints are on file.
She asked the City Manager if anyone has complained to him about being directed. The
City Manager responded yes. She will not allow someone continue to say he didn't direct
staff when he just gave some examples and it is in writing. He also gave an example on the
radio station. She said the only shame is they didn't discuss this earlier because some
employees thought they were going to get fired; Council can only fire the Charter officers.
She didn't take the reorganization lightly and if it is done again it will be a good reason. She
said she would talk to anybody about this and had permission to share the stories. She said
it was a slap in the employee's face each time he said he didn't direct staff.
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E. Council Member Jim Hill — absent
F. Mavor Bob McPartlan
Mayor McPartlan said this was a boundaries issue and knowing the chain of command
which he has always tried to live by. He directs all his questions through the City Manager,
City Attorney, and City Clerk. He has a lot of questions and it is disparaging to think three
Council members got together in a back room which didn't happen. The only time it was
discussed was on the dais.
19. Being no further business, Mayor McPartlan adjourned the regular meeting at 8:25 p.m.
Approved
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