MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SARASOTA CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF APRIL 30, 1996, AT 4:00 P.M. PRESENT: Mayor Mollie Cardamone, Vice Mayor Gene Pillot, Commissioners Jerome Dupree, David Merrill, and Nora Patterson, City Manager David Sollenberger, Deputy City Auditor and Clerk Karen McGowan, and City Attorney Richard Taylor ABSENT: None PRESIDING: Mayor Mollie Cardamone The special meeting was called to order in accordance with Article III, Section 10 of the Charter of the City of Sarasota at 4:01 p.m. Deputy City Auditor and Clerk McGowan gave the Invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. CHANGE TO THE ORDERS OF THE DAY = APPROVED #1 (0043) through (0054) Deputy City Auditor and Clerk McGowan presented the following Change to the Orders of the Day: A. Add as Agenda Request, Item No. II., Approval Re: Advance Report from the Planning Board/Local Planning Agency (PBLP) to the City Commission concerning the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County, Inc. Newtown Unit (Petition No. 96-PSD-G and 96-SE-03) to be placed on the Regular City Commission Meeting of May 6, 1996. Mayor Cardamone asked if the Commission had any objections to the Change to the Orders of the Day. Mayor Cardamone stated that hearing no objections, the Change to the Orders of the Day is approved by unanimous consent. Commissioner Dupree asked that the request from the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County, Inc. Newtown Unit be addressed as the first item. Mayor Cardamone asked how much time will be required? Commissioner Dupree stated that only a few minutes are needed. Mayor Cardamone stated that agendaed items are not normally taken out of sequence in deference to those scheduled at a specific time on the agenda. Commissioner Pillot stated that the change in the agenda order is supported. BOOK 39 Page 13096 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. BOOK 39 Page 13097 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. Mayor Cardamone stated that, hearing no objections, there is a consensus of the Commission to hear the item first on the agenda. 2. APPROVAL RE: ADVANCE REPORT FROM THE PLANNING BOARD/LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY (PBLP) TO THE CITY COMMISSION CONCERNING THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF SARASOTA COUNTY, INC. = NEWTOWN UNIT (PETITION NOS. 96-PSD-G AND 96-SE-03) TO BE PLACED ON THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 6, 1996 = APPROVED TO RECEIVE AN ADVANCE PLANNING BOARD REPORT (AGENDA ITEM I) #1 (0067) through (0123) Commissioner Dupree stated that construction commitments have been made for early May; that the project is being financed partly with donations contributed the previous year; that the request is being made now by Mr. Roy Haggard, an architect and member of the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County, Inc. = Newtown Unit, to expedite the review process as quickly as possible; that the Zoning Code of the City of Sarasota requires that the City Commission review the Planning Board/Local Planning (PBLP) Agency report no earlier than 30 days after the date of the PBLP meeting scheduled for May 1, 1996; that the requirement can be waived by an affirmative vote of at least three Commissioners upon a finding that a waiver is necessary. On motion of Commissioner Dupree and second of Commissioner Merrill, it was moved to waive the requirement that the City Commission receive the PBLP report no earlier than 30 days after the date of the PBLP meeting and receive an advance report of the PBLP at the May 6, 1996, Commission Meeting to review the request for special exception to permit the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County, Inc. to construct a recreational facility in a G (Governmental) Zone District on a portion of real property owned by the Housing Authority of the City of Sarasota. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0) Cardamone, yes; Dupree, yes; Merrill, yes; Patterson, yes; Pillot, yes. 3. PRESENTATION RE: REQUEST BY THE JOHN RINGLING CENTRE FOUNDATION, INC. FOR: (1) RELEASE BY THE CITY OF THE DEMOLITION PROVISIONS AND ITS RIGHTS CONTAINED IN PARAGRAPH 5 OF THE THREE PARTY AGREEMENT; (2) SATISFACTION OF THE SECURITY AGREEMENT DATED JUNE 30, 1995; AND (3) LETTER FROM THE CITY TO THE STATE THROUGH THE CITY MANAGER STATING THAT THE CITY HAS RELEASED ITS RIGHT TO REQUIRE DEMOLITION OF THE HISTORIC STRUCTURES UNDER THE THREE PARTY AGREEMENT AS AMENDED AND THE SECURITY AGREEMENT APPROVED RELEASE, DISCHARGE AND TERMINATION DOCUMENT, 1 SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT WITH PROVISO THAT THE CITY ATTORNEY MAKE CERTAIN REFINEMENTS WITH ATTORNEY MERRILL FOR PURPOSES OF CLARIFICATION. AND TERMINATION OF THE DEMOLITION AGREEMENT; APPROVED TO EXPRESS APPRECIATION TO EVERYONE INVOLVED, BY NAME, FOR THE TREMENDOUS EFFORTS IN BRINGING THE JOHN RINGLING CENTRE RENOVATION TO FRUITION (AGENDA ITEM II) #1 (0129) through (1734) City Manager Sollenberger stated that the John Ringling Centre (JRC) Foundation requests termination of the Demolition Agreement and modification of the Subordination Agreement; that additional information was sought upon receipt of the request; that the additional information was reviewed and analyzed; that the recommendations and responses were furnished to the Commission at the start of the meeting; that the City Attorney will address the issue proceeding the presentation by the JRC Foundation; that the City Attorney is in possession of the proposed Termination of the Demolition Agreement as well as the revised Subordination Agreement; that the Administration's recommendation is to act favorably on the two requests. Deputy City Auditor and Clerk McGowan distributed copies of a memorandum from the City Attorney dated April 29, 1996; and stated that copies of the proposed Subordination Agreement and the Release, Discharge and Termination are attached. city Attorney Taylor stated that the material is being distributed at this time because it was not available at the time the regular agenda package was assembled; that the new material includes the Release, Discharge and Termination document provided by the attorney for the JRC Foundation and the proposed Subordination Agreement; that the new material will be reviewed following the presentation. Don Smally, President of the JRC Foundation, came before the Commission and stated that all the paperwork and plans are in order as promised at a previous meeting; that the Vernona Partners will explain how the project will unfold; that a public/private joint venture has been formed between Vernona Partners and the JRC Foundation. Clyde Harris, Regional Vice President of Development, Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts, came before the Commission and stated that Richard Ferrell, President, Forbes Hamilton Management, Inc., called in October 1994 about a great project in Sarasota; that the decision was made to develop a Crowne Plaza Hotel at the John Ringling Centre after visiting Sarasota and analyzing the details of the development project and the potential of the local marketplace; that Crowne Plaza Hotels, the upscale brand of Holiday Inns, Inc., undertook an extensive due diligence process; that a year's time was expended to assemble the team; that Lindsay Roach, President, Equifirst Companies, will be associated with both the Sarasota project and another Crowne Plaza outside of Atlanta, Georgia; that Mr. Ferrell owns and operates four other Holiday Inns and is in very good standing within the company structure; that BOOK 39 Page 13098 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. BOOK 39 Page 13099 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. William Henry, Ph.D., President, Reliable Group, Inc., was the architect of record for the Crowne Plaza of Sabal Park in Tampa; that the team is outstanding and possesses excellent credentials. Mr. Harris continued that the partners' due diligence process included an overview of the marketplace and the impact this project would exercise over the other four Holiday Inns in the marketplace; that although the new hotel is a Crowne Plaza while the other company hotels are Holiday Inns, the same reservation system and support system is shared; that an assurance was reached that the new hotel would not harm the already existing ones; that the project was presented to the Senior Management of Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts on March 21, 1996, and approved with the full endorsement of the companyi that Crowne Plaza is only now creating a major presence within the United States although it is one of the largest hotel brands in the world. Mr. Harris gave a slide presentation and explained the following facts related to Worldwide Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts: 104 open hotels exist in the Hotel Division. 32 hotels are presently under license in the development stage, with the John Ringling Centre project being one. Nine resorts are open in the Resort Division and three are in development. 113 hotels are open with another 35 hotels in development. Holiday Inn was purchased by Bass, PLC, a United Kingdom company in 1990 for $2.5 billion. Bass, PLC, is 20 years old, employs 100,000 people, with excellent revenues and profits to which Holiday Inn is a major contributor. The worldwide distribution has approximately 15,000 rooms in the U.S., 5,000 in Canada with more in Europe, the Middle East and Africa and the Asia Pacific. The Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts brand began with major strength in Europe and Asia and in the last couple of years moved into the United States. The distribution in the United States is growing at approximately 19% per year making the Crowne Plaza the most upscale hotel brand in the world. The Crowne Plaza average hotel is 312 rooms with 15,000 square feet of meeting space, occupancy of 80% and an average room rate of $89. Holidex is the most powerful reservation system in the world, contributing 21.5% of the business at the average Crowne Plaza Hotel. The customer is an upscale business traveler, with extensive international travel experience. Mr. Harris continued that one exciting fact is the intensity of the commercial business during the week in Sarasota; that the historical nature of the hotel is expected to attract the leisure traveler during the weekend; that the company's goal is to open 200 hotels by the year 2000; that a converted Sheraton Hotel in Redondo Beach is now a Crowne Plaza; that the Crowne Plaza on 122nd Street in Miami Beach is doing very well; that a pre-existing Crowne Plaza in Miami will soon be joined by two others under negotiation, one in Miami Beach and one at the Miami Airport; that a Crowne Plaza was converted from a Marriot in Hilton Head, South Carolina; that the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Resort brand is upscale in nature and design. Dr. Henry, came before the Commission and stated that Vernona Partners is named after the wife of the original developer and owner; that Crowne Plaza assembled the development team; that Equifirst Companies provided the financing through the efforts of Lindsay Roach; that Forbes Hamilton Management, Inc.'s involvement in the operations will be directed by Mr. Ferrell; that Reliable Group, Inc., which has responsibility for the design, construction and oversight functions has secured representation from a local architectural firm; that Reliable Group, Inc., is inclined to work with local suppliers and contractors and embraces minority participation; that a public/private partnership is structured between Vernona Partners and the JRC Foundation. Commissioner Patterson left the Commission Chambers at 4:12 p.m. Dr. Henry continued that Reliable Group, Inc., is a general partner whose area of expertise is design and development; that Reliable Group, Inc., sustains an ongoing relationship with Crowne Plaza and various other facilities developed in the State and in collaboration with Forbes Hamilton Management, Inc.; that the Company's president was involved in designing the Atlanta Peachtree Plaza, Detroit's Renaissance Center and New York City's Marriot Marquee; that William Henry Associates is the architectural affiliate which also designed the Crowne Plaza near Tampa. Commissioner Patterson returned to the Commission Chambers at 4:15 p.m. BOOK 39 Page 13100 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. BOOK 39 Page 13101 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. Dr. Henry further stated that the role of Reliable Group, Inc., is to program and design improvements with the architects, negotiate the contracts with the contractor, oversee all capital improvements, monitor the funding and the budget, provide quality assurance and adhere to the historic preservation guidelines; that the guidelines require compliance to qualify the project for inclusion in the Federal Register and for the tax credits which are associated with the project; that Forbes Hamilton Management, Inc., is both an operator and developer of hotels and a franchisee of several Holiday Inn facilities; that Forbes Hamilton Management, Inc., owns and operates Holiday Inns in Florida and locations in other states; that a Crowne Plaza is under development near Gainesville; that Mr. Ferrell's experience in projects such as the Lakeside Inn in Mount Dora, an historic structure listed on the National Register, is critical to the project; that Forbes Hamilton Management, Inc.'s role is to offer advice pertinent to design construction for historic preservation, manage hotel operations, advertizing and promotions, operate the food and beverage areas, schedule public meetings in historic rooms and prepare the annual capital budgets essential to insuring the long-term maintenance of historical edifices. Dr. Henry stated that Equifirst Companies, a full-service real- estate investment company, is represented by Lindsay Roach, an asset manager for 1,100 investors; that Equifirst Companies was approved by Crowne Plaza and is currently working with Crowne Plaza on an Atlanta development; that Equifirst Companies coordinates funding from institutional lenders, solicits private investors, pursues regulatory compliance to qualify for tax credits and coordinates asset management. Dr. Henry continued that the JRC Foundation is crucial to the success of the project and has contributed the use of the property and the restoration work already completed; that the JRC Foundation has achieved progress by renewing the exterior of the building and stopping leakages; that capital has been raised through pledges and contributions; that the JRC Foundation will monitor the restoration of the historic public areas and the exterior, working closely with both the Vernona Partners and the contracted professionals; that the JRC Foundation will serve as an educational liaison for the hotel and the community on a permanent basis. Dr. Henry further stated that the financial commitment is very strong; that the debt-to-equity ratio is extremely strong; that the $9.3 million project costs include exterior site upgrade and historical public area restorations, both ground and upper floors; that the upper floor guest rooms will be upgraded; that all suites will face the exterior; that historic criteria guidelines will be adhered to. Dr. Henry stated that the sources of funds are as follows: $7.45 million will be contributed by the Vernona Partners from both their own sources and institutional lenders. $1.3 million will be contributed by the JRC Foundation in pledges and historical grants. $478,000 will be awarded by the State of Florida as an historical grant, subject to release of the demolition order. Dr. Henry Eurther stated that the economic impact capsulization is: > $7 million of outside investment into the City. 125 new downtown jobs at various skill levels which equates to approximately $2.5 million yearly. $25,000 to $200,000 increase in property taxes, with the gradient increasing sharply after the first years of operation. $45,000 in yearly tourist taxes and $125,000 yearly from taxes on food and beverage sales. $60,000 yearly for outside contract services. - A ten-year economic impact in constant dollars of $36 million. Dr. Henry referred to diagrams exhibited on a display board and stated that the visual depiction of improvements illustrates the effect of an $800,000 Intermodel Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) grant which has been received and will be used to dramatically improve rights-of-way in the locale of the hotel by softening the edge of the route and providing a pleasant walkway; that $200,000 of the grant will be spent to improve hardscaping and to improve the retaining wall along U.S. 41; that the building will be painted in colors selected in compliance with historic guidelines; that the tile roof will be replaced, partly with the original tile, partly with new, improved tile; that the final result will instill pride and generate positive economic results; that the site plan displays U.S. 41 to the East, the waterfront to the West and First Street to the South; that most of the parking will be towards the West and the North; that the parking will be more than ample to handle functions and meet the needs of guests occupying the 104 private roomsi that the parking lot will provide sufficient stacking space; that the absence of a median cut or cut in the curb on U.S. 41 will limit conflict with other automobiles; that the entrance is towards the West; that the kitchen will be altered to accommodate the entry; that First Street will be the only entrance from U.S. 41; that the improved landscape will BOOK 39 Page 13102 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. BOOK 39 Page 13103 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. incorporate the preservation of the Bickel gardens in a natural and organic manner; that the pool area will be located in the vicinity of the gardens; that the former lobby area will be a pre-function space featuring a lobby bar in the Northeast quadrant of the building. Mr. Ferrell came before the Commission and stated that guests will enter the lobby from the West side of the building; that the formal dining area will be accessed from the two-storied lobby space; that outside dining will be offered from the Bickel Terrace Cafe; that a cocktail lounge will be named The Moto Room, as it was originally, in honor of a Ringling Circus gorilla; that the first floor historical rooms will maintain their original roles; that an upgrade will add grandeur to the lobby entrance; that parking on the North side will provide alternate ways for people to come into the lounge; that the Bickel Gardens will be accessed directly from the parking lot; that the interior walls on the upper floors will be demolished; that what was originally built as a double-loaded corridor will be altered into a U-shaped hallway created around an interior core; that the guests ascending in the elevator will look down into the courtyard and the glass-ceilinged dining room; that guest rooms are designed as two-room suites in which the guest will first encounter a sitting parlor/wet bar before proceeding into the bathroom and bedroom; that the modern, spacious design creates an atmosphere conducive to doing business; that the remaining rooms which will be designed solely as bedrooms will be larger than those originally built; that the first floor will be meticulously restored to retain its historic significance, while the upper floors will furnish a modern hotel experience for the guests. Mr. Roach came before the Commission and stated that Equifirst Realty is a real-estate investment firm from Atlanta; that Mr. Harris introduced the opportunity to invest when records of the Holiday Inn business in Sarasota were produced, establishing an interest in the Crowne Plaza project; that the economic viability of creating a 100-plus-room hotel is extremely convincing; that Equifirst Companies will invest in a project only if it makes economic sense; that the agreement with the JRC Foundation is positive in the accomplishment of both public and private objectives; that the JRC Foundation restores a valuable asset to the community and Equifirst earns an adequate return on the investment. Mr. Smally stated that the JRC Foundation has assembled a great group of partners; that the purpose of the meeting is to ask the Commission to release the Demolition Agreement which is blocking the State grant; that the City Attorney has discussed the legal particulars with William Merrill, Legal Counsel to the JRC Foundation. Commissioner Dupree asked if the proposed off-street parking will be sufficient for the hotel's needs? Mr. Smally stated that the original site plan approved in 1995 offers 200 spaces, which is more than sufficient. City Attorney Taylor stated that the JRC Foundation has prepared a single-page form called a Release, Discharge and Termination; that the three-party Demolition Agreement attests to the various responsibilities of the JRC Foundation and the corresponding contractual right of the City to demolish the historic structure if certain milestones are not achieved; that the Demolition Agreement obstructs the State of Florida from releasing the escrowee grant funding; that the Release, Discharge and Termination abrogates the Demolition Agreement and all of the amendments; that the City entered into a Security Agreement on June 30, 1995, which provides the City with a potential lien against the property in the event of demolition for up to $250,000, the estimated cost of demolition and removal of debris; that the lien links the rignt-to-demolish clause written into the three-party agreement and the City's first-in-line lienholder position in the event necessary to demolish the structure; that the City's building codes grant identical power irrespective of any contractual obligation or right-to-demolish in the event that the rehabilitation goal is not achieved; that the Subordination Agreement leaves the Security Agreement in effect as it relates to the public health, safety and welfare right-to- demolish, but places the City's lien subordinate to the first-in- line position of the new loan; that the amount of the new loan is approximately $10 million; that Commissioner Patterson exited during the presentation to ask him what the new loan will actually accomplish in realizing the City's goal to rehabilitate the structures since the document does not address specifics pertinent to the new loan; that members of the development team determined that a new loan will be created solely for construction of the project presented; that realization of the project is a requisite for justifying the economic feasibility of the new loan; that the Commission can assert that additional refinement of the loan specifics are a condition of approval; that such refinement will eliminate any questions of when and to what the Subordination Agreement applies. Vice Mayor Pillot asked if the relinquishing of certain rights are relevant only in the event of demolition? City Attorney Taylor stated yes. Vice Mayor Pillot asked if the $10 million loan will only come into play with the understanding that the project will be carried to fruition in which case demolition is moot? City Attorney Taylor stated yes. BOOK 39 Page 13104 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. BOOK 39 Page 13105 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. Vice Mayor Pillot stated that, therefore, the City is risking nothing by granting the requests. City Attorney Taylor stated that the loan is only specific up. to $10 million; that the issue is whether a possibility exists that the City's position could be subordinated but the entire project would not be completed; however, this possibility is not very likely. Vice Mayor Pillot asked if the modifications discussed will become part of the agreement and if the risk then becomes zero? City Attorney Taylor stated yes. City Manager Sollenberger stated that the Administration's recommendation is to approve the Release, Discharge and Termination document, terminate the Demolition Agreement and approve the Subordination Agreement with the proviso that the City Attorney make certain refinements with Attorney Merrill for purposes of clarification. Commissioner Patterson asked if First Sunset retains any interest in the project? City Attorney Taylor stated that First Sunset's interest is linked with the City's interest; that the deed reverter rights claimed by First Sunset are contingent only if the City exercises its demolition rights. Commissioner Patterson asked if the JRC Foundation must conclude any arrangements with First Sunset? City Attorney Taylor stated that the prior arrangement no longer exists. On motion of Vice Mayor Pillot and second of Commissioner Dupree, it was moved to accept the City Manager's recommendation to approve the Release, Discharge and Termination document, terminate the Demolition Agreement and approve the Subordination Agreement with the proviso that the City Attorney make certain refinements with Attorney Merrill for purposes of clarification. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0): Cardamone, yes; Dupree, yes; Merrill, yes; Patterson, yes; Pillot, yes. Commissioner Pillot stated that the Mayor's signature is required on the documents; that although the current Mayor has been a life- long resident of the City and a strong supporter of the John Ringling Centre renovation, the fact that her name will be on the document in perpetuity gives rise to slight jealousy. Mayor Cardamone stated that the opportunity to sign the document is greatly appreciated. Vice Mayor Pillot stated that the Mayor recently represented the City at a conference of Mayors in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, Sarasota's Sister City in Canada, at which Prince Charles of Great Britain was present; that the Mayor had the opportunity to have a conversation with the Prince and shake his hand; therefore, the documents will be signed by a hand which shook the hand of a prince. Mayor Cardamone stated that many citizens in Hamilton have visited Sarasota, love Sarasota and are extremely interested in further cultural exchange with the City. Vice Mayor Pillot stated that appreciation should be extended to Don Smally, former Senator Robert Johnson and all of the many people who have worked over the last several years to bring the rehabilitation of John Ringling Centre to fruition; that those individuals to whom appreciation is extended should be recognized by name; that appreciation should be expressed for the superb report delivered at this Special Commission meeting. Commissioner Merrill stated that Deborah Dart was very supportive of the renovation and is owned much gratitude. Mr. Smally expressed appreciation to the Commissioners and to the other participants on the Board. Vice Mayor Pillot stated that it is essential to include specific names, such as Mrs. Dart's, in the permanent chronicle. On motion of Vice Mayor Pillot and second of Commissioner Merrill, it was moved to express appreciation to former Senator Robert Johnson, Don Smally and everyone else who has been involved, by name, for their tremendous efforts in bringing the John Ringling Centre renovation to fruition. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0): Cardamone, yes; Dupree, yes; Merrill, yes; Patterson, yes; Pillot, yes. Vice Mayor Pillot asked that Mr. Smally obtain the names of the people who have contributed to the success of the John Ringling Centre Project so that the names could be read into the record. Mr. Smally stated that appreciation should be extended to the following: PRESENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS - Jay Berman, Ted Bogusz, Richard Capes, Don Chapell, Jimmy Dean, Bobbi Hicks, Kate Korp, Jeff LaHurd, Bill Merrill, John Nicholas, Tom Nunan, Ruth Richmond, Sandy Slaminko, Don Smally, Fred Starling, Wilson Stiles, Kathleen Toale, Barry Todd, Joyce Waterbury, JoAnn Wolverton, Kathy Zianro BOOK 39 Page 13106 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. BOOK 39 Page 13107 04/30/96 4:00 P.M. FORMER BOARD MEMBERS - Kathy. Barfield, Jim Brown, Beda Calhoun, James Clark, Deborah Dart, Judy Graham, Dr. Kay Glasser, Tom Jackson, Robert Johnson, Stephen Kunk, Rod Macon, Ron Royal, Steward Stearns, Tish West. HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS Lillian Burns and Hariett Burns Stieff PRESENT AND FORMER STAFF - Jennifer Graviano, Rachael Martin, Sheri Mattola, Bill Preissner FIRST SUNSET DEVELOPMENT Susan Hanson and George Dietz Mr. Smally stated that appreciation should also be extended to all the hardworking volunteers and contributors. 4. CITIZENS I INPUT CONCERNING CITY TOPICS (AGENDA ITEM III) #1 (1735) through (1766) Edward Harding, 1959 South Beneva Road (34232), came before the Commission and requested that an independent study be authorized to ascertain if combining the functions of the City and the County of Sarasota would create a more effective government; that the study would determine whether or not taxpayer dollars can be saved; that the outside consultants will agree to accept a fee only if a merger between the City and County can be proven to produce savings and the City and County Commissioners vote to merge the two entities; that the consultants will be paid a fee based upon three per cent of the savings realized from the consolidation paid over a period of five years. 5. OTHER MATTERS /ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (AGENDA ITEM IV) #1 (1770) through (1787) MAYOR CARDAMONE: A. distributed the sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary) pin of Sarasota's Sister City, Hamilton, Ontario, to the Commissioners and Administration members at the table. 16. ADJOURN: (AGENDA ITEM V) #1 (1791) There being no further business, Mayor Cardamone adjourned the special meeting of April 30, 1996, at 4:54 p.m. ete CCowe MOLLIE C. CARDAMONE, MAYOR ATTEST: 3itl Nr Robursoi BILLY E.COBINSON, CITY AUDITOR AND CLERK BOOK 39 Page 13108 04/30/96 4:00 P.M.