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CASSELBERRY CITY COMMISSION Minutes of May 13, 2013 — Regular Meeting Page 17 of 18 Commissioner Gene Fry — Seat No. 2: ® Stated he had also attended EarthFest and the event was well done. He commended all those responsible for putting the event together. Requested an update on the outcome of the Planning and Zoning Commission matter regarding Ding's Bikes. Ms. Smith briefly explained that the owner desired to have an outdoor display of merchandise which is not allowed by the City. She stated that Planning and Zoning Commission was willing to allow him to have an outdoor storage area which would have to be screened; however, the owner did not wish to do that and indicated he would be moving his business outside of the City when his lease expired. Reported that he and the City Manager had met with AG and others regarding the City Center property. He stated he had gotten some good information at the meeting but still had concerns about the wood frame construction and felt the Commission should revisit that issue at a future meeting. Commissioner Colleen Hufford — Seat No. 4: • Reported she attended a PBAS (Private Business Association of Seminole) meeting earlier this month where Senator Simmons and Representatives Clelland, Castor Dentel and Brodeur were present and gave summaries of recent legislative action. • Stated that EarthFest was a great event and commended those who worked on it. Added that the Food Truck events continue to be successful, as well. • Inquired what action would be taken on the report which was submitted by Mr. Bakalla, Mr. Newlon advised that the Association was requesting that some actions be taken and he would be referring the report to staff for review and a determination as to whether or not the City would be able to accommodate some or all of their requests. • Expressed concerns again about the clothing drop -off bins that have been placed in the City, and asked what steps are being taken to control the problem. Mr. Newlon explained that she should report specific locations to him and he would route the information to Code Enforcement staff. He added that if they are located on City property the City could remove them, as could FDOT if they were placed on FDOT property. He explained that on private property the City could not remove them and would have to work through the code enforcement process. • Expressed additional concerns about what she perceived to be excessive signage placed on the windows of, some of the City's businesses. Vice Mayor Sandra Solomon — Seat No. 3: • Shared that she had received positive comments about the Friday Food Truck events. • Inquired about the status of hiring an additional code enforcement officer. Ms. Smith advised the position had been advertised and they were reviewing applications at this time. • Suggested the idea of sponsoring a contest for architects to design a unique feature for the City Center. Discussion: A brief discussion ensued regarding possibilities for design of a special element which could be included in the City Center project; the guiding principles established by the Commission for the project; the pending developer's agreement for the project; design and construction standards desired by the Commission;