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CASSELBERRY CITY COMMISSION Minutes of February 10, 2014 — Regular Meeting Page S of 12 the City Attorney would be making revisions to the ordinance language relating to exempt signs as it pertains to flags. She advised that the majority of the text providing for exemptions had now been eliminated with the exception of the language relating to works of art not being considered signs and therefore being exempt. In response to questions from the Commission, Ms. Smith clarified that feather flags are not actually flags but are in fact attention getting devices which would be allowed on a limited basis for grand opening events. Budget Impact: There is no impact to the City Budget. Recommendation: The City Manager and the Community Development Director recommended adoption of Ordinance 14-1404 on second and final reading. Public Hearing: Mayor Glancy opened the public hearing relative to Ordinance 14-1404. The following individual came forward: Mr. James Fraleigh, 23 Teresa Court, spoke in opposition to Ordinance 14-1404 citing his belief that it was a violation of free speech to limit how people and businesses can speak and advertise their businesses. No one else came forward. Mayor Glancy closed the public hearing relative to Ordinance 14-1404. MOTION: Vice Mayor Hufford moved to adopt Ordinance 14-1404 on second and final reading, as presented. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Solomon. Motioned carried unanimously by voice vote 5-0. 12. OTHER ITEMS No items were scheduled on this agenda. 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. Mr. James Fraleigh, 23 Teresa Court, voiced concerns about various issues, including back pay for City employees; possible Fire Department consolidation; his perception that the Police Department was not doing a good job; his perception that some of the planned development in the City and the two flyovers were a waste of taxpayers' money; and his perception that the City's regulations on signage, and the Commission's interruption of speakers during audience participation at meetings were violations of the Constitutional right to freedom of speech. During Mr. Fraleigh's comments, Mayor Glancy cautioned him about his tone of voice, at which time