Commissioners' Workshop December 10
The Mayor and Commissioners met in a Workshop meeting on
All commissioners were present. Among other items, the Mayor and Commissioners discussed the following items:
Reassessment:
The Commissioners discussed proposals received in response to the request for proposals for services to reassess property in the City. Two proposals were received, from firms
The consensus was that both firms met the criteria, both have worked in
Commissioner Gossett noted that over five years, their costs are competitive, as
A presentation was made regarding a revised
In reaction to these concerns, he made the garden smaller, proposed using more native plants, removed the seat walls and terra cotta pots. After much discussion, the Commissioners agreed to continue to consider the design of the proposed garden.
There was some disagreement among the Commissioners regarding action taken at the Special Meeting on November 5, and next steps required by the vote at that meeting. Solicitor Glenn Mandalas will review the minutes and the audio tape for clarity.
Streets and Transportation Committee report
Scooter Parking
The Committee recommended scooter parking “corrals” with no delineated spaces (
There has been concern from citizens regarding speeding traffic on
The Committee examined the options of “speed cushions” and considered their installation along with a stop sign, but some residents opposed stop sign.
The Commission suggested the Streets and Transportation Committee draft a procedure to determine where traffic calming devices should be placed, and policy for adding them.
Communication Committee Report
Commissioner Mills reported in order to create awareness of issues before the Committee:
- Enhanced audio systems in Commissioners room
- Formatting template for documents, following a City policy adopted 2009
- Better utilization of “Ongoing Business” on website
- Promotion of the “e-news” service by the City
Commissioner Hunker asked if the City can we add a text alert to this system. Commissioner Mills said the Committee will look into this issue.
Other items:
Discussed adoption of 2012 versions of codes as written by the International Code Council to update some existing codes.
The recommendation from the Audit Committee to approve the audit as prepared will be reviewed at the next regular meeting.
Commissioner Mills proposed that the City join the
City Managers Report: The City is working with FEMA to apply for reimbursement for $21,000 for expenses related to Hurricane Sandy.
The next Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Commissioners is scheduled for
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