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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04201999 City of Sebastian Charter Review Committee April 20, 1999 5:30 PM Minutes City Attorney Rich Stringer called the meeting to order The City Attorney went right to Chairman nominations: A voice Roll Call was not done, however the following members were present: Nathan McCollum, Inez Fielding, Sandra McCann, Harry Thomas, James Hill, Water Barnes, Louise Cartwright, Larry Paul arrived at 6PM, Thomas Connelly, Sal Neglia, Joseph Generazio, Adrina Davis, Absem excused, Norma Damp, Larry Napier, Steven Munchak, resigned. Staff members present were Linda Kinchen, Recording Secretary, Rich Stringer, City Attorney Nominations for Chairman: Thomas Cormelly nominated Mr. McCollum, Second by Joe Generazio No other nominations were made - Mr. McCollum was unanimously appointed. Secretary turns the meeting over to Chairman. Chairman asks for nominations for vice-chairman. Mr. Napier was nominated by Mrs. Cartwright second by Thomas Connelly. Mr. Neglia nominated Walter Barnes, second by Joe Generazio. The secretary advises the chairman that a voice vote would be required. The vote was taken and was a 6-6 tie. The attorney advised that this matter could be deferred until Mr. Paul arrived and then revisited. A motion to defer this item was made by Mrs. Cartwright, second by Mrs. Fielding The motion to defer passed 11-1 with Mr. Cormelly voting against. Prior to setting meeting dates and times Chairman stated that the City Council was present and asked them if they wanted to direct the committee. Mayor Wirminger spoke to the committee and stated that she had spoken to the City Attorney regarding Council direction and she stated that this committee serves the citizens of the community and not the City Council and therefore, she felt the Council should not be giving them any direction at this time. Mr. Neuberger welcomed the committee and stated they were the Blue Ribbon Committee and wished them good luck in their endeavor. Mr. Thomas commented that the next meeting needs to address the charter sections that the members would like to see revised. He also suggested that the meetings be held at 7PM. The Chairman asks the secretary what nights are available. Secretary advises that last Monday of the month is available. Chairman stated that the committee needs to meet more often then once a month. Wednesday night was brought up, but some committee members were unable to attend that night. Tuesday night seemed to be agreeable to all members. Secretary advised that the Board of Adjustment met on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM. The City Attorney stated that those meetings usually only last one half hour and they only meet if there is a case to discuss. It was decided that the committee would meet every other Tuesday at 7:30 PM starting May 4th, 1999. However, a meeting was scheduled for Monday, April 26th, 1999 at 7:30 PM. The following is a list of meeting dates set for the next two months: May 4th, 1999, May 18th, 1999, June 1sI, 1999, June 15th, 1999, and June 29th, 1999. Mr. Thomas asked if there will be public input. Mr. Paul arrived at 6 PM. Secretary asked what topic of next meeting will be for the agenda. Chairman stated he would like the mission statement, the actual charter amendment and Sections 1 and 2 of the Charter. Mr. Thomas stated there may be other things to add to the charter that are not addressed. The Chairman stated that after the committee reviews the existing charter, they will address any additions or items which are not a part of the charter but should be. The Chairman opened nominations for Vice-Chairman again. Mrs. Cartwright nominated Mr. Napier, second by Mr. Paul. Mr. Neglia nominated Mr. Barnes, second by Mr. Generazio. Motion to close nominations was made by Mr. Cormelly. A voice vote was taken and Mr. Napier was appointed vice-chairman by 7-6. The City Attorney speaks under Public Input advising the committee about Sunshine violations. Mayor Wiuninger states that she asked the City Clerk to get the committee a book called Model Cities Charter. Mr. Generazio stated that he hopes the City Council will continue to attend the meetings so that the committee can ask them questions from time to time. A motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Barnes second Mr. Neglia - passed unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 6:30 PM. Approved as amended at the April 26, 1999 meeting. City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET U SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 IELEPHONF (561)589-5490 [1 FAX (561] 589-6209 AGENDA CITY OF SEBASTIAN CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE APRIL 20. 1999 5:30 PM 1) ~Will Call Meeting to Order 2) Pledge of Allegiance 3) Roll Call 4) Approval of Minutes - None 5) Old Business None 6) New Business Nominations for Chairman (Secretary turns meeting over to Chairman) Nominations for Vice-Chairman Set time and frequency of meetings 7) Input from Public 8) Member comrflents 9) Staff Comments 10) Adjourn ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE WiTH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING (OR HEARING) WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD iNCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD, (286.0105 F.S.) IN COMPLIANCE WITH TIlE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT 589-5330 A-r LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THIS MEETING.