SNEADS TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL/ PUBLIC MEETING SEPTEMBER 15,2022  The Town Council ofthe Town of Sneads, Florida, met in a special/ public session at the Sneads Town  Hall on' Thursday, September 15, 2022, at 5:01 p.m.  Mike Weeks called the meeting to order with the following present: Mike Weeks, Donovan Weeks, George Alexander, Angela Locke and. Anthony Money; Council Members  Daniel Cox, Attorney Lee Garner, Town Manager Mike Miller, Police Chief Sherri Griffin, City Clerk Danielle Guy, Deputy Clerk And the following were absent: All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. seconded. All voted aye.  None  Donovan Weeks made a motion to approve the August minutes as presented. George Alexander  Sherri Griffin, City Clerk presented Financial Statements and Budget Review Summary. (See Attached) George Alexander made a motion to accept them as presented. Tony Money seconded. All voted aye. Donovan Weeks made a motion to pay approved bills. Tony Money seconded.. All voted aye.  Resolution #22-06 entitled:  ARESOLUTION OFTHE TOWN COUNCIL OFTHE TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA; ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE LEVYING OF AD VALOREM TAXES (2.5883) FOR THE TOWN OF SNEADS FOR FISCALYEAR 2022-2023; AND PROVIDING AND  EFFECTIVE DATE.  was read and presented by Attorney, Dan Cox for the first reading. Tony Money made ai motion to accept Resolution #22-06 as presented. George Alexander seconded. All voted aye.  Resolution #22-07 entitled:  A RESOLUTION OFTHE TOWN COUNCIL OFTHE TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA; ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE BUDGET ($3,332,997) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-  2023; AND PROVIDINGAN EFFECTIVE DATE.  was read and presented by Attorney, Dan Cox for the first reading. Donovan Weeks made a motion to  accept Resolution #22-07 as presented. George Alexander seconded. All voted aye.    Special/Public Meeting September 15, 2022 Page 2  Mr Garner reminded Council that the next public meeting would be September 28th at 5:01pm.  Council reconvened in regular session at 5:09pm.  Mr Garner informed Council about thel Municipal Law Enforcement Agency Budget Appeal Process. (See. Attached) This law states that ifa any municipal agency decreases the law enforcement budget, then Mr Garner informed Council that he was appointed as a member of the Municipal Administration Mr Garner stated that he received the Waste Pro CPI adjustment in the amount of7.03%. (See Attached) He stated he had put an increase of6% ini the budget, and that we should be able to get through the year without an increase. However, he wanted to reserve the ability to look at it again mid-  the State can defund them.  Committee with the Florida League of Cities. (See Attached)  year.  Ordinance #2022-02 entitled;  AN ORDINANCE OFTHE TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER4, CODE OF ORDINANCES AND ORDINANCE 2015-01,TO PERMIT CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BYTHE DRINK. AT DULYLICENSED BUSINESSES DURING THE TIMES AND UNDERTHE CONDITIONS SPECIFIED, PROVIDING  AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  was presented and read for the final reading. Donovan Weeks made a motion to approve Ordinance # No one from Recreation was available to attend tonight. Mr Garner informed Council that Allen Sports donated sports equipment to the Town since they were going out ofbusiness. He does not know what  2022-02, as read for final reading. George Alexander seconded. All voted aye.  all it is but will have the recreation crew going through it. Mr Garner presented his Managers Report. (See attached)  Mr Garner stated that the Fire Dept had recently responded to a fire that involved solar panels, which could have ended very badly. With more citizens getting solar panels, fire depts are needing more training and firefighter safety involving solar panels and our fire dept would be Mr Garner stated that he would be attending a workshop in Crestview September 30th on Opioid  getting the proper training needed.  /Drug Training.  There will be a Revival September 19th-23"d at Sneads Park. There are three amendments on the November ballot (See Attached)  Senator Rubio isi introducing new legislation to make the grant process easier for small local Whittington Property= Mr Cox stated that it needed to a have topographic and al boundary survey. Mr Cox stated that he thought we could get both done for $7500 or less. After discussion, George Alexander made ai motion to go ahead and have the surveys done, not  governments.  exceeding $7500. Tony Money seconded. All voted aye.    Special/Public Meeting September 15, 2022 Page: 3  Mr Garner informed Council that outgoing Commissioner Hill, stated the County had ARPA Funds left over for this district that needed to be spent on equipment/ vehicles. Mr Cox informed Council we would have to form a 501ci in order to have them release the funds to the Fire Dept. Mr Alexander asked ifany oft these vehicles included a boat, because he did not think itwas something that the town needed or could keep up. He stated that before any decisions on the items being purchased were made that a special meeting be held SO that Council and the Homecoming Parade- Friday, September 231d lineup is lpm and start time is 2:15pm Deputy Clerk going to Clerks Conference in Orlando October gth-14th.  public could be included.  Halloween- Monday, October 31St 5-8pm  Survey men going door to door collecting information for Town in order for to apply for more  grants. We ask citizens to respond to the questions. George Alexander made a motion to adjourn at 5:43 pm.  Respectfully Submitted,  Danielle Guy, Deputy  DiuGuy  APPROVED:  MIKE WEEKS, COUNCIL PRESIDENT    Regular Meeting SEPTEMBER - 15,2 2022  Budget Summary  GENERAL FUND the amount of $445,509.00.  AUGUST-Revenues are slightly over budgeted amount. ARPA Funds received this month in  Expenditures are 23.70% below budgeted amount.  GASTAX  AUGUST- Gas Tax County is 6.97% above budgeted amount. Local Option Gas Tax is  is1 11.93% below budgeted amount. Expenditures are 24.83 below budgeted amount.  SOLIDWASTE  AUGUST-Garbage revenues are 9.67% above budgeted amount. Expenditures are 10.33% below budgeted amount.  WATER & SEWER  AUGUST-Sewer Special is 25.33% below budgeted amount. ACI Sewer is 9.43% below budgeted amount. Water Sales and Sewer Sales are in line with budgeted amount.  Expenditures are above budgeted amount.  RECREATION FUND  JULY- Signup fees are above budgeted amount. No expenditures for this month. AUGUST-Waiting on bank statement to post signup fees. No expenditures.    RESOLUTION NO. 22-06  A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA; ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE LEVYING OF AD VALOREM? TAXES FOR THE TOWN OF SNEADS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Sneads of Jackson County, Florida, on September 15, 2022, adopted Fiscal Year Tentative Millage Rate following aj public hearing as  required by $ 200.065, FLA. STAT. (2019); and  WHEREAS, the Town Council oft the Town of Sneads of Jackson County, Florida, held a WHEREAS, the gross taxable value for operating purposes not exempt from taxation within Jackson County has been certified by the County Property Appraiser to the Town of  public hearing as required by $ 200.065, FLA. STAT. (2019); and  Sneads as $39,368,967.  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE SECTION 1. The FY 2022-2023 tentative operating millage rate is 2.5883 mills, which is greater than the rolled-back rate of2.5883 mills. Percent change over rolled back rate is 5.19%. SECTION2." This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Town Council oft the Town of Sneads, Florida, this  TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA as follows:  adoption.  day of September  2022,  APPROVED:  MIKE WEEKS President, Town Council  ATTEST:  SHERRI GRIFFIN Town Clerk  Page 1 of1    RESOLUTION NO.22-07  A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA; ADOPTING THE TENTATIVE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Town Council oft the Town of Sneads of Jackson County, Florida, helda a WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Sneads of Jackson County, Florida, set forth the appropriations and revenue estimate for the Budget Fiscal year 2022-2023 in the  public hearing as required by $ 200.065, FLA. STAT. (2019); and  amount ofs $3,332,997.00;  NOW, THEREFORE, BE: IT RESOLVED BYTHE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE SECTION 1. The Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 is adopted.  TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA as follows:  SECTION 2. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and  adoption.  PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Town Council oft the Town of Sneads, Florida, this  day of  2022.  APPROVED:  MIKE WEEKS, President, Town Council  ATTEST:  SHERRI GRIFFIN Town Clerk  Page 1of1    OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR OFFICE OF POLICY AND: BUDGET THE CAPITOL, ROOM 1802 TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA32399-0001 850/717-9513 MEMORANDUM  TO: FROM:  Jeannie Garner, Executive Director Florida League of Cities Chris Spencer, Secretary CM5 Administration Commission  SUBJECT: Municipal Law Enforcement Agency Budget Appeal Process  DATE:  August 15,2022  Consistent with provisions of Section 166.241, Florida Statutes, the Administration Commission adopted Rule Chapter 28-42, FAC, to create a system by which ai municipal law enforcement agency may take an appeal from a municipal budget process which results in an alleged reduction to1 the operating budget of the agency. The rules in Chapter 28-42, FAC, provide the manner in which appeals are to be filed; forms required; thei internal review, analysis, and processing of appeals; budget hearings; and final consideration by the Administration Commission. As noted in thei rules, appeals should be submitted to the Secretary of the Administration Commission at: AC.Clerk AI LASPBSSTATEFLUS. To assist you in providing the rule materials to interested municipalities, attached is a copy of Rule Chapter 28-42, FAC, Municipal Law NOTE: With regard to completing any required forms related to the appeal process, the forms currently inl Rule 28-42, FAC, will need to be electronically revised by a party or filer to update the fiscal year headings to reflect the appropriate fiscal year references when inputting pertinent data. Ify you have any questions, please contact Barbara Leighty at (850)717-9513.  Enforcement Agency Budget Appeal Process.  Attachment    CHAPTER. 28-42  MUNICIPAL, LAW: ENFORCEMENT AGENCY BUDGET APPEAL PROCESS  28-42.001 28-42.002 28-42.003 28-42.004 28-42.005 28-42.006 28-42.007 28-42.008 28-42.009  Scope and Applicability of Chapter Time Periods Filing Documents Initiation ofa an Appeal Withdrawal of Appeals Budget Analysis Budget Hearing  Executive Office oft the Governor Procedures Upon Receipt of an Appeal  Administration Commission Hearing and Final Order  28-42.001 Scope and Applicability of Chapter. appeals under Section 166.241F.S. 28-42.002 Time Periods. 106.103.F.A.C.  The rules in this Chapter 28-42, F.A.C., shall govern the receipt and disposition of all municipal law enforcement agency budget  Rulemaking Authority 74.202, 166.241/4)-(5) FS. Law Implemented 66.241/4)-45). FS. History-New 8-8-21:  In computing any period of time prescribed or allowed by these rules the time period shall be calculated in accordance with Rule 28-  Rulemaking. Authority 14.202, 166.24114)-15). FS.. Law Implemented 166.241(4)-45). FS. History-New 8-8-21.  28-42.003 Filing Documents.  All documents. including the initial petition, shall be filed electronically,  Rulemaking Authority 14.202, 166.241(4)-(5). FS. Law Implemented 166.24114)-9) FS. History-New. 8-8-21:  28-42.004 Initiation of an Appeal.  (1)E Parties. The Petitioner: shall be either the state attorney for thej judicial circuiti in which the municipality is located or a member oft the governing body of the municipality who objects to the funding reduction. The Respondent shall be the governing body of the (2) Filing the Petition. When a Petitioner files an appeal, he or she shall do so by completing Form AC-MLEBA 001, Petition Packet, and filing electronically with the Administration Commission. Form AC-MLEBA 001 is hereby incorporated by reference, and available at aty/wwwfinules.or: Gatewa/Prelcereneas,7NGERCLI.44. Copies of the form are available by contacting the Clerk of the Administration Commission at Office of the Goveror, Room 1802, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0001. The effective date oft the form is 09/2021.7 The Petitioner shall direct the petition tot the Secretary ofthe Administration' Commission within the Executive Office of the Governor and shall serve a copy of the petition on the governing body of the municipality or the clerk of (3) Filing al Response. The Respondent may file a response electronically within five working days after service. The response must set forth the budget requested by the municipal law enforcement: agency, ifa request was submitted, and the budget approved by the governing body, and must list the specific reductions the governing body made to the law enforcement agency's operating budget. The response must also fully address the reasons or grounds for the appeal stated byt the Petitioner. Thel Respondent should direct the (4) The Secretary of the Administration Commission and his or her staff may request additional budgetary information from the current fiscal year and the two previous fiscal years including draft budgets, budget amendments, or budget meeting minutes.  municipality.  the circuit court of the county in which the municipality is located.  response to the Secretary of the Administration Commission within the Executive Office of the Governor. Rulemaking duthoriry 14.202, 166.241(4)-(5) FS. Law Implemented. 166.241(4)-(5) FS. History-New 8-8-21. 28-42.005 Executive Office of the Governor Procedures Upon Receipt of an Appeal.    (I) Receipt. Upon receipt of an appeal, the case will be assigned to staff in the Executive Office oft the Governor. (2) Transmittal of Appeal Petition tol Respondent. After serving the petition on the Respondent, the Petitioner shall submit Form AC-MLEBA 002. Certificate of Service, to the Secretary of the Administration Commission. Form AC-MLEBA 002 is hereby incorporated by reference, and available at tp.lnlesor.GaewATREEnes, ?No-Ref-13347, Copies of the form are available by contacting the Clerk oft the Administration Commission at Office oft the Governor, Room 1802, The Capitol, Tallabassee, (3) Upon receipt ofa response or when the time for filing a response has expired, the Secretary oft the Administration Commission shalls send tot the! Petitioner and Respondent ane electronic acknowledgment ofreceipt oft the appeal ands shall provide contact information  Florida 32399-000L, The effective date oft this form is 09/2021.  for the assigned staff.  Rulemaking Authority 14.202. 166.241/4)-(5) FS. Law Implemented 166.24114)-15). FS. Bistory-New 8-8-21,  28-42.006 Withdrawal of Appeals.  After an appeal has been filed with the Commission, Petitioner has the right to withdraw the appeal any time before the hearing with the Administration Commission. Withdrawal shall be requested through an electronic filing signed by the Petitioner. After receiving  the request for withdrawal, the Secretary shall enter an order dismissing the appeal, Rulemaking Authurity 14.202, 166.241(4)-(5) FS. Law Implemented 166.241(4)-45). FS. History-New 8-8-21.  28-42.007 Budget Analysis.  (1) Scope of Analysis. Analyses shall be limited to the issues of the appeal, but shall include: (a) a comparison oft the municipal law enforcement agency's data ands staffing for they year in question compared to previous years; and (b)ac comparison oft the municipal (2) Comparison to Other Fiscal Years. The assigned staff shall determine whether the governing body of the municipality reduced the operating budget of the municipal law enforçement agency, The staff shall compare law enforcement data and staffing fort the two (3) Comparison with Other Entities" Budgets. The assigned staff shall determine whether the governing body of the municipality disproportionately reduced the budget of the municipal law enforcement agency as compared to other entities included in the municipal budget. The staff shall compare budget data from two previous years as well as the year being appealed and compare this data to data (4) Factual Disputes. Factual disputes that arise during the appeal process will be resolved by the Administration Commission..  law enforcement agency's budget to other entities' budgets within the municipality.  previous years and shall compare this data to the year at issue.  from other entities within the municipality.  Rulemaking Authority 14.202, 166. 241(4)-(5) FS. Law mplemented 166.24114)-5) FS. History New 8-8-21.  28-42.008 Budget Hearing.  (I)N Notice. After receiving all oft the required information from the parties, the assigned staffs shall prepare a Memorandum for the Petitioner and Respondent which includes: (a) the date and location oft the budget hearing; and (b) as summary of the individual issues under appeal. Additionally, the staff will notice the hearing in the Florida Administrative Register atl least seven days prior tot the date (2) Panel. The budget hearing panel shall consist oft three: staffmembers from the Executive Office of the Governor. Additionally, (3) Format. Each party shall have an opportunity toj present its case and an opportunity for rebuttal. There shall alsot be at time for (4) Reports. After the hearing, the Secretary of the Administration Commission shall compile a report with the panel's findings (5) Waiver of Hearing. The parties may waive the budget hearing by each signing and filing electronically with the Secretary of the Administration Commission Form AC-MLEBA 003, Waiver of Budget Hearing. Form AC-MLEBA 003 is hereby incorporated by reference, and available at wAnISsotCaEVA FETecAENe-KdAD. Copies of the form are available by contacting the Clerk oft the Administration Commission at Office oft the Governor, Room 1802, The Capitol, and" Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0001.The effective date oft this form is 09/2021. The parties must agree to waive the hearing. Ifthe parties waive the hearing, the budget hearing panel shall base its findings and recommendations on the pleadings. The Secretary of the Administration  oft the hearing.  each of the Cabinet offices may send ar representative to: sit on the panel.  the panel to ask questions.  and recommendations ands submit itt to the members of the Administration Commission.    Commission shall compile a report and submit it to the members of the Administration Commission. Rulemaking. Authority 14.202. 166.241(4)-(5) FS. Law Implemented. 166.2414)-3) FS. History New 8-8-21.  28-42.009 Administration Commission Hearing and Final Order.  (1) Notice. After the budget hearing, the assigned staff shall request a date from the Clerk of the Administration Commission for the appeal to be placed on the Administration Commission agenda within 30 days of the Commission receiving the budget panel hearing report from the Secretary. The staff shall send electronically a letter to the Petitioner and Respondent outlining the panel's recommendations, the date, time, and location of the meeting oft the Administration Commission, and the format for the meeting. The (2)Format. Each party shall have an opportunity to present its case: and an opportunity for rebuttal. There shall also be a time for (3) Disposition and Final Order. Before the close of the hearing, the Administration Commission shall decide the appeal in accordance with Section 166.41(5,FS.Afer: the hearing, the Secretary ofthe Administration Commission shall preparea final order which incorporates the disposition of the Commission. The Secretary shall send the final order to the Clerk of the Administration  staff shall submit tot the Clerk of the Administration Commission an agenda item summary.  the Commission to ask questions.  Commission for final rendering and shall serve a copy of the order on the parties. Rulemaking Authority 14.202, 166.241(4)-(5) FS. Law Implemented 166.241(4)-(5) FS. Hsior-New8-8-21,    FLC  FLORIDA LEAGUE OFCITIES August 22, 2022 Lee Garner Town Manager, Town ofS Sneads 2028 Third Ave Sneads, FL32460-2717 Dear Lee:  Itisr my pleasure to appoint you: as a member oft the 2022-2023 Municipal Administration Committee. Your responsibility will be to work with the other committee members to discuss the many issues facing our cities that will come before the Legislature during the 2023 Session and decide upon a policy direction for the Florida League ofCities' legislative efforts. Based upon this past legislative session, we certainly have The ultimate success of these efforts is proportional to the level of involvement of the membership in presenting and lobbying the League's priorities to the Legislature. The officers and Board of Directors of the League appreciate your willingness to serve, and we ask that you commit your time and energies to this  a great deal ofwork ahead.  endeavor.  2022-2023 Legislative Policy Committee Meeting Dates  September 16, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Lake Buena Vista South, October 7,2022, from 10:00a.m.to2:00) p.m. at the Embassy Suites Lake Buena Vista South, 4955 Kyngs Heath Road, Kissimmee, FL3 34746. The hotel room block cut-off date is September 15. December 1, 2022, during the FLCLegislative Conference: at the Embassy Suites Lake Buena Vista South, 4955 Kyngs Heath Road, Kissimmee, FL34746. The League will provide hotel room block Should you have any questions regarding your appointment, the policy development process or hotel accommodations, please contact Mary Edenfield at the League office 850.701.3624 or edenne.@neliescom, Again, thank you foryour commitment to thel League. Ilook forward to working  4955 Kyngs Heath Road, Kissimmee, FL34746. The hotel room block is full.  information at a later date.  with you. Sincerely,  in Caraballo- Jolien Caraballo, President Vice Mayor, City of Port St. Lucie  LOCAL VOICES MAKING LOCAL CHOICES  3015 Bronougns Streas Suise300 Talighasses. Flaride32301 PO,Boxil 1757 Tollahasses, Florida 32302-1757  Rhena: 8503 222.9084 Fax 550.222 3806  fisisasen        ORDINANCE NO. 2022-02  AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF SNEADS, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 4, CODE OF ORDINANCES and ORDINANCE 2015-01, TO PERMIT CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BY THE DRINK AT DULY LICENSED BUSINESSES DURING THE TIMES AND UNDER  THE CONDITIONS SPECIFIED, PROVIDING AND EFECTIVE DATE  ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARTICLE 1. IN GENERAL  Section 1-[ Definitions or more alcohol by volume.  "Alcoholic Beverages" means distilled spirits and all beverages containing one-half ofip percent "Wine" means all beverages made from fresh fruits, berries, or grapes, either by natural fermentation or by natural fermentation with brandy added, in the manner required by the laws and regulations of the United States, and includes all sparking wines, champagnes, combination of the aforesaid beverages, sake, vermouths, and like projects. Sugar, flavors, and may be added to wine to make it conform to the consumer's taste, except that the ultimate flavor or the color of the product may not be altered to imitate a beverage other than wine or "Fortified Wine" means all wines containing more than 17.259 percent of alcohol by volume.  to change the character of the wine.  ARTICLE H. REGULATIONS  Section 2 - Hours of sale of alcoholic beverages  Alcoholic beverages (which includes beer and wine) may be sold within the town limits of the Town of Sneads seven days a week (Sunday through Saturday) except between the hours of Section 3 - Hours of sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages by the drink  1:00 AM and 7:00 AM.  Alcoholic beverages may be sold for consumption in a place of business, holding a license under the State Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco seven days a week (Sunday through Saturday) except between the hours of 1:AM  and 7:00 AM. Section 4.  Its shall be unlawful for any person to drink any alcoholic beverage upon the Streets or in any public place, or at any place where the public is invited or may frequent during the hours    mentioned in Sec. 2 hereof during which the sale of alcoholic beverages mentioned in Sec. 1  hereof are prohibited. Section 5.  Its shall be unlawful for any person, firm, ori in the case of a corporation, the officers, agents, and employees thereof, to sell, give, serve, or permit to be served, alcoholic beverages, to person  under twenty-one (21) years of age, with the Town of Sneads, Florida.  Section 6.  Its shall be unlawful for any person to misrepresent or misstate his or her age or the age of any other person for the purpose ofi inducing any licensee, his agent's, or employees, to serve, sell, give, or deliver any alcoholic beverages to any person under twenty-one (21) years of age. Itshall be unlawful int the Town of Sneads, Florida, for any person, firm or corporation in an establishment licensed under the Beverage Laws oft the State of Florida to sell alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises, as authorized by F.S. 562.45(2)(b), to make, cause, or allow the making of any live or recorded, amplified or non-amplified music which is plainly audible from a distance of thirty (30) or more when measured from the exterior walls of such  Section 7. Prohibition  establishment.  Section 8 - Distance of licensed business from Churches and Schools  No business licensed by the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco to sell packaged alcoholic beverages for consumption byt the drink shall be allowed to conduct business in a location that is less than five-hundred (500) feet from an established church or school, which distance public thoroughfare from the main entrance of the place of business to the main entrance of the church and, in the case of a school, to the nearest point of the school grounds in use as part of the school facilities, within the town limits of the Town of Sneads.  Section 9 - Current distances Grandfathered in  Any business holding a license as stated above at the time of adoption of this ordinance that may bei five hundred (500) feet or less from an established church or school shall be grandfathered in and all rules and regulations other than distance shall apply.  Section 10 - Future placement of Churches and Schools  No church or school may request placement that will infringe upon the five hundred (500) feet distance of an already established place of business licensed to sell and/or serve alcoholic  beverages of any type.    This ordinance was read for the first reading on August 9, 2022. This ordinance was read for the second and final reading on Passed and adopted by a vote of Yea and Nea this become effective on het first of the month following adoption.  September 2022 Day of September 2022 to  SO ORDAINED THIS  DAYOFS SEPTEMBER 2022.  SHERRI GRIFFIN, TOWN CLERK  MIKE WEEKS, COUNCIL PRESIDENT    Town of Sneads PO Drawer 159 Sneads, Florida 32460  PH (850)593-6636 Fax (850)593-5079 Email: Sneadsmgr@sneadsl.com  IDS  September 14, 20922  MEMOTO: Council President and Council Members  SUBJECT: Town Manager's Report to Council - September 2022  1. The first thing on the agenda for Thursday, September 15th, will be approval oft first reading of resolutions approving the budget for FY2022-2023.A copy ofthe budget recap is attached. After 2. The first action/discussion item on the regular agenda will be discussion of the newly adopted municipal law enforcement agency budget appeal process, recently adopted by the State of Florida, when ai municipality attempts to reduce the operating budget ofa a municipal police 3. Ihave been re-appointed to the Municipal Administration Policy Committee of Florida League of 4. Announce CPI increase from Waste Management for Garbage Collection as authorized under our agreement of7.03%. Iincluded 6.0% in our budget, and we will look at the end of six (6) months ifv we need to increase our garbage fees to ensure we have adequate funds to cover this for next 5. Next on the agenda will be second and final reading of Ordinance # 2022-02-1 Alçoholic 6. Inv view of the dangerous situation that occurred a couple of weeks ago with a fire around solar panels in Marianna, and the possibility ofelectrocution, Ihave searched the entire southeast for training programs regarding responding to fires at solar farms. After doing a little research, Ihave found that this is a bigger problem nationwide and the Florida Fire Chiefs Association is addressing this, but in the meantime, we will have some local training with other fire departments regarding some ofthe dangers involved in this recent technology. We want to do everything we 7. With all the incidents of opioid and drug problems in the State, the City of Crestview is conducting as seminar on September 30th regarding this subject as part of our NWFLC training, and Ihave 8. The East Jackson County Ministerial Association will conduct a fall revival all next week at Sneads Park, with various ministers speaking each night. All are invited to attend. It starts at 6 PM  this action we will go into regular council meeting.  department (defund the police). Correspondence attached. Cities. A copy of the appointment letter is attached.  budget year expenses. Beverages  can to ensure the safety of our first responders.  signed up to attend.  nightly.    9. Ihave provided you with some educational material regarding amendments that will be on the ballot in November and have a attached a guide furnished by the. James Madison Institute. 10.Ihave attached an email from Senator Rubio and others requesting legislation be approved to make the grant process for smaller units of government to be made easier. As I am sure, all of you know, the grant process is a monster ini most cases and anything that would make it more user friendly and helpful for small local governments would certainly be welcome. 11.Iam attaching articles that have come across my desk that I think you might like to look at for 12. Since I was unable to take my vacation last Christmas to Denver due to COVID, I have made  information.  travel arrangements for the week ofOctober 17h to be on vacation.  ELMON LEE-GARNER B TOWN MANAGER  Cc: Town Clerk, Deputy Clerk, Town Attorney    2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT  GUIDE  VOTED oD  TAJAMES MADISON INSTITUTE TaawivpraRur Fina    CONTENTS Oudine of Florida's Constitutional Amendments Introduction Table of Amendments Amendment I Amendment 2 Amendment 3  2 3 4 5 7 9    OUTLINE OF FLORIDA'S CONSTITUTUTIONAL AMENDMENTS (2022)  lorida's constitutional history is unique. In less than two centuries, Florida has had six different constitutions. Our current constitution, ratified in 1968, has been amended 144 Florida also boasts the greatest number of ways to amend its constitution out of any other state. 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As always, the mission of The James Madison Institute is toi inform citizens SO that, together, we may chart the course of making Florida an even: more prosperous state. Itisi in that  times-most recently in 2020.  Budget Reform Commission.  context that we offer this analysis.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 12    NTRODUCTION  ulminating on election day, November 8, 2022, more than 10 million Floridians will cast their votes. In addition to electing a governor; a lieutenant governor, 28 members of Congress, 120 members of the State House and 40 of the 40-member Florida Senate, the ballot tasks Floridians with voting on three proposed constitutional amendments. Constitutional initiatives play a pivotal role in the governance of the State, and thus warrant careful For this election, the three proposed constitutional amendments on the November ballot all originate from one source: the Florida Legislature. Regardless of how a measure makes it to the ballot, all amendments require a 60 percent voting majority to pass. Additionally, each source establishes different hurdles before an amendment can reach the ballot. Foral legislatively referred proposed amendment, 60 percent of both the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate must agree to put the proposed amendment on the As voters and engaged citizens of Florida, it is our civic duty to responsibly educate ourselves on important changes to the Florida Constitution. On the pages that follow, readers can  consideration.  ballot. This is called a joint resolution.  find an analysis of each ballotinitiative.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 13    TYPE Referred  TITLE  SUBJECT DESCRIPTION  Legislatively- Amendmentl Taxes  Prohibits flood resistance improvements toa home from being considered when determining the property's sassessed value for property taxes Abolishing the Commission: Providing additional Homestead Property Tax exemption for certain public service workers  Legislatively- Amendment2 Direct  Referred  Democracy Constitution, Revision  Legislatively- Amendment3 Taxes  Referred  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE I 4    AMENDMENT 7  Limitation on the Assessment of Real Property Used for Residential  Purposes  Ballot Language: Proposing an amendment to the State Constitution, effective January 1, 2023, to authorize the Legislature, by general law, to prohibit the consideration of any change or improvement made to real property used for residential purposes to improve the property's resistance to food damage in determining the assessed value of such property fora ad valorem taxation purposes." . How the Amendment Reached the Ballot:  Florida State Legislature What Your Vote Means:  OAYES vote on this amendment: Authorizes the Florida State Legislature to pass laws prohibiting flood resistance improvements to residential property from being considered when determining that residential property's assessed value for property taxes. ANO vote on this amendment: Permits flood resistance improvements tor residential property to continue to be considered when determining that residential property's assessed value for property taxes. Pros: Florida is uniquely at risk of flooding and sea level rise. Supporters of this amendment argue that it will not only prolect homeowners who take proactive measures to protect their property from flooding, but it will also reward and incentivize them to do SO. This bipartisan amendment received 98.33% approval in the Florida House of Representatives and Cons: Opponents would argue that prohibiting these improvements from being considered in the assessed value for property taxes would ultimately reduce the amount of ad valorem taxes that could be collected to fund services by local governments. This reduction is minimal but  100% approval in the Florida State Senate in 2021.  should be noted.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 15    Constitutional Merit: This measure is not a reform that can be addressed by the State Legislature and thus requires a constitutional In Sum: While the passage of this amendment would incentivize homeowners to protect their property against flood damage by giving them a tax break, it would also minimally reduce the amount of ad valorem taxes available to fund local governments. A YES vote would authorize the Florida Legislature to enact laws prohibiting flood resistance improvements to residential property from being considered when determining the assessed value for property taxes. Al NO vote would continue to allow flood resistance improvements to residential property to be considered when determining the assessed value for  ballot initiative in order to be implemented.  property taxes.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 16    AMENDMENT 2  Abolishing the Constitution Revision Commission  Ballot Language: Proposing an amendment to the State Constitution to abolish the Constitution Revision Commission, which meets at 20-year intervals and is scheduled to next convene in 2037, as ar method of submitting proposed amendments or revisions to the State Constitution to electors of the state for approval. This amendment does not affect the ability to revise or amend the State Constitution through citizen initiative, constitutional convention, the Taxation and Budget How the Amendment Reached the Ballot: Florida State  Reform Commission, or legislative joint resolution."  Legislature  What Your Vote Means:  OAYES vote on this amendment: Supports abolishing the Florida Constitution Revision Commission (CRC). The CRC meets every 20 years to propose changes to the state's constitution and refer them to the statewide ballot for voter approval or rejection. PANO vote on this amendment: Opposes abolishing the Florida Constitution Revision Commission (CRC). Pros: The CRC isa3 37-member commission provided for in the Florida constitution that sets its own rules and procedures. Florida is thc only state with a commission that can refer constitutional amendments to the ballot for voter approval or denial. In 2018, seven out of eight amendments referred to the ballot by the CRC were the subject of lawsuits alleging that the amendments were unconstitutionally composed of multiple subjects or contained mnaccurate or misleading language. Supporters of this amendment contend that abolishing the CRC: is necessary toj protect Florida voters from multiple subject or vague amendments proposed by ill-experienced members. Cons: Opponents of this amendment argue that lawmakers should improve the CRC by tightening its procedures and required qualifications for its members instead of abolishing the commission entirely.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 17    They believe that the commission provides an important vehicle for Constitutional Merit: This measure is not a reform that can be addressed by the State Legislature and thus requires a constitutional In Sum: While thej passage of this amendment may protect Florida voters from multiple subject or vague amendments, it would also remove one of five ways to amend the Florida constitution. A YES vote would abolish the CRC, while a NO vote would keep the CRC and its authority  constituents' voices to be heard.  ballot initiative in order to be implemented.  in place.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 18    AMENDMENT 3  Additional Homestead Property Tax Exemption for Specified Critical Public Services Workforce  Ballot Language: Proposing an amendment to the State Constitution to authorize the Legislature, by general law, to grant an additional homestead tax exemption forr non-school levies of up to $50,000 of thc assessed value of homestead property owned by classroom teachers, law enforcement officers, correctional officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, child welfare services professionals, active duty members of the United States Armed Forces, and Florida National Guard members. This amendment shall take effect How the Amendment Reached the Ballot: Florida State  January 1, 2023." Legislature  What Your Vote Means:  GAYES vote on this amendment: Authorizes the Florida Legislature to provide an additional homestead property tax exemption of $50,000 of assessed value on property owned by certain public service workers, including teachers, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, active duty members of the military and Florida National PANO vote on this amendment: Opposes authorizing the Florida Legislature to provide an additional homestead tax exemption on $50,000 of assessed value on property owned by certain public service Pros: Every primary residence in Florida is eligible for a homestead tax exemption of $25,000. An additional homestead tax exemption of $25,000 is available on the property'svalue between $50,000 and $75,000, bringing the total possible homestead tax exemption forall primary residences in Florida to $50,000. This amendment would authorize an additional homestead property tax exemption of $50,000  Guard, and child welfare service employees.  workers.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 19    on the property's value between $100,000 and $150,000 only for primary residences owned by qualifying public service workers. Supporters of this measure contend that, given the increased home values and property taxes, critical public service workers deserve a tax break. They argue that because these specific categories of public service workers sacrifice much to protect our state, we should help ensure they can afford to keep their homes. This amendment is consistent with the Cons: The Revenue Estimating Conference estimated that approval of the amendment would reduce local property tax revenue (except school district tax revenue) by $85.9 million beginning in Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Therefore, opponents of this measure argue that the exemption would greatlyjeopardize the funds available for local government services, while not guaranteeing that public service workers can even purchase homes, much less afford to keep them. In addition, some would contend that this amendment would be a case of creating tax policy that favors specific groups over others. Rather than provide an additional exemption to select public service workers, Florida should look to lower property tax constitutional Merit: This measure is not a reform that can be addressed by the State Legislature and thus requires a constitutional In Sum: While this amendment would give an additional homestead tax exemption to much-deserving, qualified public service workers, it would also greatly reduce the local property tax revenue available to fund local governments. A YES vote would authorize the Florida Legislature to implement this tax exemption. A NO vote would keep the homestead tax  House's commitment to affordable housing  rates for all homestead property.  ballot initiative in order to be implemented.  exemptions the same.  2022 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE I TO    2020 FLORIDA AMENDMENT GUIDE 111