AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

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1 MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 19, 2013 REGULAR SESSION GREEN COVE SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL Call to Order The regular session of the Green Cove Springs City Council was called to order Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 321 Walnut Street, Green Cove Springs, Florida. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag The invocation was performed by Council Member Hampshire followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Roll Call COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: D. Ray Braly C. Felecia Hampshire Robert C. Page Roy M. Timberlake, Jr., Vice Mayor Pamela J. Lewis, Mayor STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: L. J. Arnold, III, City Attorney Lee Bentley, City Clerk Janis Fleet, Development Services Director Sue Heath, Asst. City Manager/Finance Director Cynthia Hunter, Human Resources Director Danielle J. Judd, City Manager Robert Musco, Chief of Police & Interim Electric Utility Director Mike Null, Public Works Director Kim Thomas, Interim PHA Director AWARDS AND RECOGNITION A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HAMPSHIRE TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. R RECOGNIZING EAGLE SCOUT JARED P. ROBEY, RECOGNIZING THE AUGUSTA SAVAGE ARTS & COMMUNITY CENTER, AND PROCLAIMING MARCH 2, 2013 AS RAILROAD AND HISTORY FESTIVAL DAY. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BRALY. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE. Recognition Gregg R. Griffin, Director of Electric Utility Mayor Lewis and the City Council made a presentation of a Lineman s Statue and read a letter acknowledging Gregg Griffin, former Electric Utility Director, and his service to the City. Mr. Griffin thanked the Council. Resolution No. R Eagle Scout Jared P. Robey Mayor Lewis presented Resolution No. R in recognition of Eagle Scout Jared P. Robey (see attachment marked Exhibit A ). Mr. Robey thanked the Council. Proclamation Augusta Savage Arts & Community Center Mayor Lewis presented a Proclamation recognizing the accomplishments of the Augusta Savage Arts & Community Center to Henrietta Francis, Doris Jordan, and Mary Tuggles (see attachment marked Exhibit B ). Ms. Francis thanked the Council for their recognition of the efforts of the Board of Directors.

2 Page 2 of 10 Proclamation Railroad and History Festival Day Mayor Lewis presented a Proclamation proclaiming March 2, 2013 as Railroad and History Festival Day (see attachment marked Exhibit C ). Marilyn Haddock, President of the Clay County Historical Society, Amy Dunn and Lee Bentley, thanked the Council for their recognition. Mayor to call on members of the audience wishing to address the Council on matters not on the Agenda. Mayor Lewis recognized John Miller, 411 St. Johns Avenue, Green Cove Springs, who addressed the Council concerning the availability of natural gas for the operation of businesses in the City. He noted TECO would provide a line when a goal of 2 million therms usage per year was reached. He was requesting the City s support and to meet to plan for the future. Mayor Lewis recognized Bill Garrison, the new Director of Economic Development for the Clay County Chamber of Commerce, 1734 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park. Mr. Garrison echoed his support of Mr. Miller s comments. A list of potential customers interested in the availability of natural gas was requested from the Council. Mr. Miller noted Humic Growth Solutions was currently located in St. Johns County but was looking to expand just south of the City limits. Mayor Lewis recognized Van Royal, 3688 La Costa Court, Green Cove Springs. Mr. Royal stated he was responsible for their current site location and explained how the natural gas lines now traveled and served local restaurants in Orange Park. Council Member Page recalled how TECO had stated they would provide a connection in the future. Mr. Bentley acknowledged this information advising that a connection to serve Green Cove Springs in the future could be from a proposed connection point located near the former Saratoga Springs DRI. The current line was owned by Jacksonville Electric Authority and dedicated to the Greenland Substation. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. O , an Ordinance amending City Code Section 98-5(e) and adding Section to allow the height of accessory structures to increase over 12 feet by Special Exception. The City Attorney read the title of Ordinance No. O into the record as follows (see attachment marked Exhibit D ): AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FLORIDA, RELATING TO ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 98, DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, AND CHAPTER 102, LAND USE REGULATIONS; TO ALLOW THE HEIGHT OF ACCESSORY STRUCTURES TO INCREASE OVER 12 FEET BY A SPECIAL EXCEPTION; PROVIDING FOR CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR REPEALER, SEVERABILITY, AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Lewis opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, the Public Hearing was closed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER PAGE TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. O THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE.

3 Page 3 of Second and Final Reading of Ordinance No. O , an Ordinance adding City Code Sections , , , and relating to the Residential Riverfront FLUM Category. The City Attorney read the title of Ordinance No. O into the record as follows (see attachment marked Exhibit E ): AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FLORIDA, RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL RIVERFRONT FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY, AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE CITY CODE CHAPTER 102, LAND USE REGULATIONS; TO PROVIDE PERMITTED USES, MINIMUM ACREAGE, MAXIMUM DENSITY AND REQUIRING A PUD, PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, REZONING FOR DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING FOR CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR REPEALER, SEVERABILITY, AND SETTING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Lewis opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, the Public Hearing was closed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. O THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER PAGE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE. CONSENT AGENDA 1. City Council approval of the minutes of the Regular Sessions on January 8, January 22, and February 5, 2013 and Special Sessions on January 8 and January 16, City Council approval to declare items listed on Exhibit A (Police Dept.) as surplus and to dispose of accordingly. 3. City Council approval to purchase 300 ¾-inch water meters from Sunstate Meters in the amount of $66, City Council approval to accept and authorize City Officials signatures of a Settlement Agreement between Green Cove Springs Industrial Properties, LLC, William A. Gause and Jeff R. Short, for breach of a Redevelopment Agreement dated May 4, City Council authorization to purchase Audio Visual Improvements in the City Council Chambers from iterion inovationeering LLC utilizing Capital Improvement funding General Services Account No not to exceed $25, City Council approval of the lower rate of $4,250 per month per camera as offered by and per the terms of the Agreement between the City of Green Cove Springs and American Traffic Solutions. Item Nos. 4 and 5 were pulled for discussion by Vice Mayor Timberlake. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HAMPSHIRE TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS 1, 2, 3, AND 6 AS LISTED ABOVE. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE.

4 Page 4 of 10 Item No. 4 In response to Vice Mayor Timberlake s questions, Mr. Arnold provided comments regarding the proposed settlement agreement. He had spoken to Mr. Gause on this date and he and Mr. Short had agreed with and consented to signing Settlement Agreement. The Suit had been filed and would be placed in the court file until such time as the payment was made in full. A Notice of Dismissal with Prejudice would be filed when the balance was paid in full. A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NO. 4. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HAMPSHIRE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE. Item No. 5 In response to Vice Mayor Timberlake s questions, Mr. Bentley advised it would be the decision of the Council as to whether or not to postpone the approved purchase of the audio visual equipment. If postponed, prices would increase for the equipment if purchased after February. A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER PAGE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Update Green Cove Springs Public Housing Agency (PHA) Transfer. Judd Ms. Judd reported that Staff had met with Clay, Baker and Flagler Counties and the Northeast Florida Community Action Agency. The goal was to complete the transfer by April 1. She reviewed the outlined items in her Staff Report. She was confident that Flagler County could manage the Program well and was appreciative of Staff s efforts. Ms. Judd introduced Mike Boyd, Executive Director of the Flagler County Housing Authority (FCHA), and Chris Beyrer, Section 8 Program Administrator. Ms. Beyrer assured the Council that the takeover by the FCHA would create no interruption of services for the landlords or clients. FCHA was working with Holly Parrish at Clay County to have a local office. They would also be providing an 800 number and notices would be sent out to the clients. A proposed location for a satellite office was on C.R. 315 just north of the City. A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE TO RECEIVE THE PROGRESS REPORT DIRECT THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO COMPLETE THE ACTION STEPS OUTLINED IN THE COMMUNICATION TO TRANSFER THE SECTION 8 PROGRAM EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BRALY. Ms. Judd noted that the exit audit would be paid with PHA funds. In addition, a retainer would stay with the City regarding Ms. Thomas accumulated leave balances. The PHA vehicle and furniture would be transferred. A meeting was to be scheduled to introduce all the landlords to the FCHA. A recording would also be utilized to forward all calls. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE.

5 Page 5 of Review and related action regarding providing notice to Republic Services, Inc. prior to March 31, 2013 of the City s intent to provide commercial solid waste collection services on a non-exclusive basis effective October 1, Null / Judd Ms. Judd provided an overview of the item which she noted had been discussed at the Budget Workshops last year. Notice to not renew the contract with Republic Services was required by March 31 st. She had operated under this type of system in Alachua and noted the following reasons why she was recommending transferring from an exclusive to a non-exclusive agreement: Explained that a transition to exclusive from non-exclusive contract would allow other contractors to participate; The City would collect a franchise fee the City now has a 10% administrative fee because the City does the billing; A non-exclusive contract does not allow for competition in rates; The market would set the rates allowing the customer to determine who provides the best service at the best price; Council is responsible for rate adjustments, tipping fees, fueling, etc. in an exclusive agreement; Very little administrative processing involved in non-exclusive franchise agreements; Eliminate the City from the responsibility of billing commercial customers; Allows existing Staff to address construction and demolition debris collection fees that would produce a revenue stream; Spoke with Gainesville about their approach; current agreement provided some in-kind services; There are about 66 existing commercial hand pick-up accounts that cannot have large dumpsters; this could be re-analyzed in the future; The City Manager responded to the letter sent by Republic Services, i.e.: Consider a roll back rate; Contract administration; Never levied franchise fee; Clay County has several haulers and charge 14%; City should charge at least 10%; Cost savings not correctly stated in letter from Republic; If City stayed with existing contract, there would be no increase in revenue; Discussed forms to be used; Republic can be one of the haulers; The City would be prevented from tapping into a major revenue source from providing Construction and Debris services if it stayed with this type of agreement, and An Ordinance would need to be drafted by the City Attorney. Discussion from the Council included the following: Exparte Communications were disclosed by all Council Members regarding conversations held with Lee Catherine Hicks, Republic Services; Non-exclusive haulers will go through an evaluation process to show they have the staff and equipment to meet the needs; performance bond; the hauler provides the contract for the franchise to review; Staff accepts or denies the request and the hauler can appeal a rejected application to the City Council; The ratepayers could make their own decisions in determining the type of service they needed; The City acts like a filter between the customer and provider; taking the City out of that situation is better for the City as it eliminated the monopoly effect that the customer faced;

6 Page 6 of 10 If the City were to provide Notice to Republic Services prior to March 31 instead of waiting until March 31, it would prevent the City from addressing any additional information should that information come to light after the Notice was sent; and The City will be able to use Staff in more productive ways and generate revenue. Mayor Lewis recognized Dale Garlinghouse, 103 S. Magnolia Avenue, Green Cove Springs, who recalled his experience with solid waste issues. He believed the less than reputable companies would be weeded out. He also urged the City to have a contact available for questions and concerns. Ms. Judd stated there would still be a complaint process addressed in an Ordinance so the City would be able to enforce it. Mayor Lewis recognized Janie Coleman, Waste Management, 6501 Greenland Road, Jacksonville, who urged the Council to not extend the agreement with Republic. She cited reasons that many cities were operating with non-exclusive agreements, operating under a nonexclusive agreement generated a revenue income stream, and the hauler would be responsible for negotiating their costs. It would also allow the City to remove a hauler if they were not performing to the standards set in the agreement. Mayor Lewis recognized Lee Catherine Hicks, Republic Services, 8619 Western Way, Jacksonville, who, although agreed that the current administration of the contract was not the most effective, urged the Council to consider a two (2) year extension of the current contract. Ms. Hicks assured the Council that the services provided by Republic were at a very good rate and cited the unpredictability of rates in an open market situation. She believed Republic had showed a willingness to negotiate for an extension. She stated Republic would like to be able to negotiate beyond March 31 if the City would be willing to do so. She then stated she just learned this item would be on the Agenda on Thursday, February 14. A price increase would hold rates flat for a two (2) year period. Ms. Judd stated Republic had known the City had been working through this process for well over a year and had had at least two (2) separate meetings. As a courtesy, she had called them to let them know about this Agenda item. Ms. Hicks confirmed that she had known about the issue but was referring to the fact that they had not had the opportunity to come forth with a formal proposal. Ms. Judd also indicated that she was uncomfortable giving an extended verbal notice as an amendment would have to be made to the current contract which would take more time to make the transition. A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE TO PROVIDE NOTICE TO REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. PRIOR TO MARCH 31 OF THE CITY S INTENT TO PROVIDE COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES ON A NON-EXCLUSIVE BASIS EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2013 AND INITIATE THE STEPS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THAT DIRECTIVE ON A TIMELY BASIS. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER PAGE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE. 3. Review and related action regarding the Building Function within the corporate limits of Green Cove Springs. Fleet / Judd Ms. Fleet reviewed the five (5) options from the Staff Report. She had spoken with and advised the County was not interested in the current option as they believed they were not receiving enough revenue. In addition, the City did not have control of the Inspectors performing the inspections or control of plans review. The extended turnaround time the County took for review of plans was a concern of the applicants. She noted the 2 nd option was for the County to take over the entire Building Permitting process. However, businesses would still have to come to the City and follow the Site Development Plan review process. She believed the City would lose total control of the process. Ms. Fleet reported that revenues had increased and there were a couple

7 Page 7 of 10 of large projects coming up, i.e. a Family Medical Office and the City s Police Station. The 3 rd option was to revise the current hybrid system to which Ms. Fleet advised the County would want 75%-80% of the City s building permit revenue. She did not believe the City Building Department would be able to sustain itself with 20%-25% of the revenues due to the staffing that would be required. The 4 th option was establishing a satellite office of the County Building Department but the County was not interested in this option. The 5 th option was for the City to retain all Building functions. This would include designating one person as a Building Official who would be licensed by the Department of Professional Regulation and could do review plans and inspections. This would provide One Stop permitting and allow the City to retain control of the process. Funding would come from a special revenue fund only. The County would work with the City and provide back-up services if the City s Official was out sick or on leave. An investment to upgrade the Building Department software would also be needed. She further explained that the City had no access to the County s software which made it that much more difficult and caused more delays. No additional staff would have to be hired but Inspectors could be hired on a contractual basis. Mayor Lewis recognized Joe Sobotta, 212 North Street, Green Cove Springs, who suggested more tasks could be accomplished in-house with City Staff such as fence installations instead of requiring the County s involvement. Mayor Lewis recognized Van Royal, 3688 LaCosta Court, Green Cove Springs, who stated as a developer he was very familiar with the entire process and believed the current hybrid system did not work. He expressed his concerns regarding the funding of the process and the possibility of increasing fees for payment of the expenses to operate the program. Ms. Judd explained that State Statute prohibited the City from using the Building function for a profit-making venture. This was not what she was recommending. Whatever was spent on the building permit function had to stay in that fund. She was only recommending contractual inspections. Mr. Royal conveyed his concerns regarding the proposed Stormwater fees to which Ms. Judd stated she disagreed with moving funds and Staff around. She believed she had been very transparent in her service over the past two (2) years. Council Member Page inquired if Mr. Royal was in favor of the City having low permitting fees for the building industry and having those subsidized by the General Fund? Mr. Royal stated he would like to see what was fair and the whole picture be analyzed. Council Member Braly stated he had faith in the City Manager s ability and how he would like to see the regulations simplified to streamline the process for business growth and increase revenues. He believed it was better that the City should have more control over the process. Council Member Page recalled the City acting like a filter as in the Solid Waste issue. He reiterated his belief that all these services should be brought back in-house and the City should provide the best customer service. He believed that City Staff would do the same outstanding job they have always done. Not many cities operated like Green Cove Springs to maximize the taxpayers money. Mayor Lewis was in favor of a one-stop shopping process for the City. This was a huge complaint area for the citizens and she believed it was better for the City to be in control of its own destiny.

8 Page 8 of 10 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HAMPSHIRE TO APPROVE REVISIONS TO THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS TO HAVE THE CITY PROVIDE ALL BUILDING PERMIT-RELATED FUNCTIONS AND TO DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A TIMELINE FOR IMPLEMENTATION. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE. 4. Approval of Payments for settlement of the Tillinghast Condemnation Suit. Arnold Mr. Arnold reviewed the information on this item as stated in his Staff Report. He recommended approval of the payments to settle the condemnation suit as he believed the costs could go higher if the case proceeded any further. A MOTION WAS MADE BY VICE MAYOR TIMBERLAKE TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF AN ADDITIONAL $19, FOR THE CONDEMNATION/PURCHASE OF THE SUBJECT PARCEL AND APPRAISAL FEE OF $6, AND AUTHORIZE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE SUCH TRANSACTION. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER PAGE. THERE BEING NO FURTHER DISCUSSION, THE MOTION WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES COUNCIL MEMBERS D. RAY BRALY, C. FELECIA HAMPSHIRE, ROBERT C. PAGE, ROY M. TIMBERLAKE, JR., AND MAYOR PAMELA J. LEWIS. NAYS NONE. 5. City Manager and City Attorney Reports and/or Correspondence. The City Manager acknowledged the following reports provided to the City Council for information: a. Executive Summary Development Services January b. Executive Summary Electric January c. Executive Summary Police January d. Executive Summary Public Works January 2013 e. Executive Summary Public Housing Agency January City Manager Judd s comments: NEFLC Dinner Cruise on Feb. 21; Has prepared edits and comments for Today In America production not been able to make contact but would continue attempts; Good participation in Science Fair on Feb. 12; Will attend quarterly Chamber Economic Development luncheon; Railroad and History Day Festival on March 2; TPO conducting round-robin meetings on bicycling/pedestrian master plan to be held in Orange Park, Jacksonville Beach and St. Johns County; Actively recruiting for the Electric Utility Director position; have received 44 resumes and 21 complete applications; and Power outages in Magnolia Point due to cold weather; Staff worked very hard to correct the problems; she would make recommendations on transformers in the future.

9 Page 9 of 10 City Attorney Arnold s comments: Relay for Life Golf Tournament will be held at River Bend Golf Course on March 23; Marilyn Haddock will be the Trophy Presenter; the Purple Toilet will be used to hit a golf shot while sitting on it. 6. City Council Reports and/or Correspondence. Council Member Hampshire s comments: Thanked ASA&CC for efforts on Black History Month Program; Took a tour of the new Senior Center; She was upset that a $4,800 Fire Suppression fee that was the County s responsibility was all that was keeping them from moving in; She was going to request donations, however, Ms. Judd stated she had spoken to Dr. Rizer and they would pay the fee; and Thanked Police Dept. for quick response to an emergency situation earlier this date regarding a small child who had stopped breathing. Council Member Braly s comments: Comments on meeting at FMPA regarding interest rates. Council Member Page s comments: Comments concerning the revocation of the Trauma Certification for Orange Park Medical Center (OPMC); Enjoyed trip with the Chamber to Tallahassee; good experience on Red Light Camera issue; First Coast Outer Beltway Rep. Cummings and Senator Bradley were keeping things on board for the future; and Commended children s presentation on Black History Month Program. Suggested new business cards be printed with new phone numbers and the scan design that allowed smart phone users to scan into their contacts. Vice Mayor Timberlake s comments: Asked for an update on pictorial representation of Cost of Living for Green Cove Springs vs. Clay County from the City Manager, City Clerk and Development Services Director; Expressed his disappointment in the decision by OPMC of not notifying the City of the revocation of the Trauma Center certification prior to receiving the Proclamation at the Deb. 5 Council meeting; he understood they had known about the decision a few days prior to receiving the Proclamation; and Appreciated the Black History Month presentation. Mayor Lewis comments: Requested Police response time be added to update requested by Vice Mayor Timberlake; believed ambulance response time was also important; Legislative trip was a very rich experience; Concerned with one of the speakers at the Black History Month presentation who she believed should be neutral in regard to political issues since ASA&CC was a 501(c)(3); Thanked all involved for making the Valentine s Day wedding ceremony in Spring Park a success; Commended great job by Staff for farewell luncheon for Gregg Griffin;

10 Page 10 of 10 Enjoyed the Science Fair with over 500 participants; Advised her meeting with the Lt. Governor Jennifer Carroll went well; she had provided economic development incentive packets for her and the Governor; Concert for the Library was great; Commended great job by Public Works Staff on landscaping of the medians; and Thanked Staff for their efforts on review of the Commercial Solid Waste Disposal issue. Mayor Lewis recognized Marilyn Haddock, 452 Green Street, Green Cove Springs, who reminded the Council of the Black History Presentation on February 25 at 7:00 p.m. in the Historic Clay County Courthouse. Council Member Hampshire would be the guest speaker. Mayor Lewis recognized Mr. Bentley who provided an update on the upcoming events and dates with the City Election process. 7. Adjournment. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:56 p.m. CITY OF GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FLORIDA Pamela J. Lewis, Mayor Attest: F. Lee Bentley, City Clerk