Betty White- 2103 Blossom Court, Haines City, Florida- Ms. White inquired why the Public Comments was moved on the agenda. Ms. White inquired if Code Enforcement was at the Landmark event. Mayor Tyler stated that we would get the answer for her from staff. Ms. White inquired if any laws were broken.
Sameka Atkins- 1207 Dr. MLK Way, Haines City inquired about not being able to attend the last meeting due to the Public Comments being moved. Ms. Atkins stated that vendors were to be allowed to vend on their private property. Ms. Atkins stated communication was not done properly with regard to the Business Tax receipts. There was a lot of confusion from leadership that specific requirements were not discussed. Commissioner Huffman stated that due to health reasons she did not participate in the after party, however she participated in the parade. Mayor Tyler stated that going forward any issues can be discussed at the planning stage. At this time, Attorney Reilly gave some clarification to the events that occurred at the last Commission meeting that was scheduled on Tuesday. Attorney Reilly stated that due to numerous comments made on social media, City Manager Elensky put safety processes in place to maintain safety for the citizens. Commissioner Huffman asked attorney Reilly if he spoke with her regarding calling the state inspectors. Ms. Atkins inquired about elected officials using their personal Facebook page- Mayor Tyler stated that the City only has control over the City's social media pages. Individual Facebook pages belong to the individual. Vice-Mayor Arroyo stated that he felt that the event went well however he did not appreciate being accused of being racist as well as spreading lies throughout the community. Vendors should know what proper licensing at all events. Commissioner Morris West states that corrections need to be made on both sides. Racial slurs should not have been used. Commissioner West would not call the gathering a block party. Commissioner Huffman stated that an apology is needed to the City Manager from the Northeast Revitalization Group.
Erma Lovetta Cox- 801 N. 6th Street- was upset about a late payment fee that was assessed due to paying five (5) days late. Ms. Cox stated that when she came to pay, City Hall was closed. Ms. Cox stated that the late fee was removed and that a City Hall employee told her that she can never be late again. Bills are due by the 20th of the month before a late fee is assessed. Ms Cox also stated a four way stop needs to be installed at the Claude Homes intersection. Commissioner Huffman inquired about if this was the first time she was late on the bill. Ms. Cox did not realize that a late fee was being assessed.
Kitty Manual - inquired about public records request that she made. City Clerk Lauther explained that some donations might have been made verbally and that her department would be listening to the audio and respond to her with the findings.
Fred- 1792 Royal Palm Village- had questions on behalf on his development where he is the President of his Homeowners Association (HOA). A resolution is being asked to be drawn up in support. Attorney Reilly stated that the Commission shouldn't approve the document as submitted. If a change is needed in the law there is a State Statute 423 that speaks to his issue. The City attorney stated that he has not been authorized by the City Commission. The HOA should hire an independent attorney to write the resolution.