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CASSELBERRY CITY COMIIIISSION Minutes of May 11, 2015 —Regular Meeting Page 11 of 14 Ms. Regan explained that the City had received a total of 23 applications, 20 of which had met the eligibility requirements, and that within those applications there were 37 different types of projects, including paint; roof repair/replacement; garage door, fi•ont door, window and siding replacements; and tree planting. She advised that the total award amount was $46,693.46, with a total private investment from the applicants of approximately $52,000, which could be in either cash or in-kind services. She stated that if the Commission approved the award of the grants, the applicants would then be notified and would sign an agreement with the City; they would have up to one year to complete the work, with monthly progress reports being required; and once the work had been completed and proof given to the City of completion, the applicants would be reimbursed the matching amount from the City. She called the Commission's attention to a diagram showing the locations of the properties being improved, noting that they were spread fairly well throughout the City, and that permits had also been pulled in several occasions for additional work outside of that being done under the grants. She added that she felt the grants had acted as an incentive for additional improvements which was a good thing. Vice Mayor Solomon commented that she was happy to see the distribution of the improvements throughout the City and thanked Ms. Regan and staff for administering the program. Budget Impact: Total cost of the approved applications is $49,663.46. Funds are available in the Planning Division account #001-210-515.82-00. Recommendation: The City Manager and the Community Development Director recommended approval of the Neighborhood Grant Improvement applications for FY 14-15. Audience Participation: No one came forward to address this item. MOTION: Vice Mayor Solomon moved to approve the grant awards for the City of Casselberry Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2014- 2015 in the total amount of $49,663.46 to the 20 eligible applicants recommended by the Review Committee. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Hufford. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote 5-0. Mayor Glancypassed the gavel to Vice Mayor Solomon and left the City Commission Chambers at 5:22 p.m. Mayor Glancy returned to the City Commission Chambers at 5:24 p.m. 13. CITIZENS' COMMENTS Mayor Glancy announced persons that wished to make comment or make inquiry on any matter not on the agenda, may request to be recognized during Citizens' Comments. Mayor Glancy announced the rules of decorum. The following individuals came forward: Mr. James Fraleigh, 23 Teresa Court, voiced concerns about the maintenance of the City's water towers and water system; what he perceived to be a waste of taxpayers' money by purchasing the property across from City Hall; and the adverse effects he felt the construction of the flyovers had on the local businesses.