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Mayor’s Budget Message for Fiscal Year 2014-15

Mayor Ray Bagshaw

Fiscal Year 2014-2015

The City’s budget is the blueprint for fi-nancial and policy decisions implement-ed during each fiscal year. The budget is the single most important document we have for establishing control over the direction of operations and plans for the future. It lays the groundwork for what our community’s goals and accomplish-ments will be to ensure appropriate man-agement and future viability.

City Hall’s goals are to provide quality public services that meets the needs of our citizens, while also managing your tax dollars in a prudent manner. That’s why the budget process is so important. We review revenue and expenditures, obtain accurate forecasting of the city’s needs and plan for capital improvements such as street repaving and sidewalk repairs.

Prior to Budget Hearings, the city will begin Budget Workshops. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend all budget workshops and hearings. The schedule is as follows:

All workshops and Hearings will be held at: Edgewood City Hall Council Chambers

Budget Workshops

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

9:00 AM

Budget Hearings

Monday, August 18, 2014

6:30 PM

First Public Hearing

Special Council Meeting

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

6:30 PM

Second and Final Public

Hearing

Regular Council Meeting

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

6:30 PM

We hope you will be able to attend one of

our budget hearings.

Sincerely Your Mayor,

Mayor Bagshaw

From the Mayor’s Desk

Summer 2014 Issue

A word from the Chief

Below are a few suggestions when putting together a Family Emergency Plan: To friends, neighbors and businesses, It is hard to believe that we are already well into summer, and with summer comes hurricane season! Please take a few moments and check to ensure you and your family are prepared for a dis-aster, whether natural or man-made. The best way to protect your family against potential disasters and emergency situations is to be prepared. • Know the location & route to the closest shelter. • Compile a disaster supply kit. • Discuss with your family: • Where your "safe room" is. (basement or interior room) • Where you will meet if separated. • Who your out of town contact is. • Where your Disaster Supply Kit is located. • Take pictures or videos of your home contents for insurance purposes and store at an alter-

nate location. • Locate gas and water shut-off valves. • Get cash (without power, credit cards are unusable). • Fill up the gas tank in your vehicle. • Plan for your pets: • Contact emergency shelters to find out if they accept pets. • Make sure vaccinations are up-to-date with adequate documentation. • Listen to emergency announcements and follow directions.

What to Do After a Storm: If you have pets: Confine your pets during the clean-up period. Walk pets on a leash until they become re-oriented to their home. If pets cannot be found contact local animal control office.

• Call your out-of-town contact or other family members to let them know you are OK. • Listen to emergency announcements. • Wait for "all clear" to know it is safe to return home. • Check for damage in your home. • Contact your insurance provider to report any damages. • Clean up spilled medicines, bleaches, gasoline, and other flammable liquids

immediately. • Check on your neighbors, especially elderly or disabled persons. • Repair or block access to anything in your home that is damaged and could

cause injuries. • Stay away from downed power lines.

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Below are suggestions for your disaster supply kit:

Tools & Supplies: • Whistle • Crowbar • Paper and pencil • Needles and thread • Signal flares • Assorted nails and screws • Plastic storage containers • Cash or traveler’s checks • Various types of tape (duct, plumber & strap) • Patch kits for tires • Shut-off wrench to turn off household gas and water • Aluminum foil and plastic sheeting • Matches in waterproof container • Pliers, screwdrivers, and hammers • Rope • Non-electric can opener, utility knifes • Mess supplies (paper/plastic cups, plates and

utensils)

Essentials: • Battery-operated radio • Flashlight • Extra batteries • Do not include candles, which

may cause fires after a disaster than anything else

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stored in a food-grade, plastic container and additional water for sanitation

Prescription Drugs: Have at least a month’s supply of all prescription medication

Non-Prescription Drugs: • Vitamins • Laxatives • Anti-diarrhea medication • Antacids (for upset stomach • Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center) • Syrup of ipecac (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)

Food: • (Minimum three-day supply of

no perishable food that requires no refrigeration or preparation and little or no water)

• Dry cereal • Peanut butter • Canned fruits • Canned vegetables • Canned Juice • Ready-to-eat canned meats • Ready-to-eat soups (non con-

centrated) • Quick energy snacks

Miscellaneous: • Disinfectants • Soaps • Feminine supplies • Toilet papers • Paper towels • Plastic garbage bags • Household chlorine bleach • Personal hygiene items • Plastic bucket with lids • Sunglasses, hats, and work

gloves • Blankets and sleeping

bags • Insect repellant containers • Entertainment, such as

games and books

First Aid Kit: • Scissors • Assorted sizes of gauze pads (4-6 of each) • Assorted sizes of rolled band-

ages (3-6 rolls of each) • Triangular bandages • Sterile adhesive bandages in

assorted sizes • Thermometer • Petroleum jelly or other lubricants • Tweezers • Assorted sizes of safety pins • Sunscreen • Sterilizing liquids such as alcohol or hydrogen peroxide • Latex gloves (several sizes &

pairs) • Moistened towelettes

• Rain gear • Shoes/boots • Baby supplies • Family documents

stored in water tight storage

• Pet supplies (food and leashes)

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A word from the Chief (continued)

For additional information please visit our City website, Edgewood-fl.gov and you will find additional resources under the Police tab. Just as a reminder, we have had some residential burglaries during the past few months and would like for you to call in any suspicious individuals you see in your neighborhoods. In addition, remember to lock your vehicles be-cause we have experienced an increase in vehicle burglaries as well. Please dial 911 and let the operator know the location of the suspicious person along with a detailed description. If you SEE SOMETHING SAY SOME-THING! While school is out and you are vacationing, please always be aware of your surroundings. When shopping always lock your doors and keep packages out of plain sight. Don’t become a CRIME VICTIM! Please feel free to come by and visit your Police Department Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Your calls and questions are also welcomed as well, 407-851-2820. Be safe and have a great summer, Chief Chris Francisco

GOVERNOR SCOTT SIGNS BILL REQUIRING ELECTED OFFICIALS TO COMPLETE ETHICS TRAINING

By Bea L. Meeks, MMC

City Clerk

Governor Rick Scott signed SB 846 June 20, 2014. With the signing of this Bill, ethics training is required for

elected officials. The training requirements can be found in Florida Statute, Chapter 112 (112.3142 Ethics train-

ing for specified constitutional officers). Essentially, the Bill requires local officials to take four hours of ethics

training classes a year, and sign off on their financial disclosures that they have completed the training. The bill

would also let the Commission on Ethics initiate investigations of public officials who fail to file financial dis-

closures. Beginning January 1, 2015, all elected municipal officers must complete 4 hours of ethics training

each calendar year. The training should address, at a minimum, the public records and public meetings laws of

Florida. Elected officials can satisfy the requirements by completion of a continuing legal education class or oth-

er continuing professional education class, seminar, or presentation if the required subjects are covered. The

City of Edgewood’s election is March 10, 2015. What this means for the City of Edgewood’s elected officials is

that they will be required to have training on or before December 31, 2015. When they file their Financial Dis-

closure, on or before July 1, 2016, the Disclosure should reveal that they have satisfied the four hours of required

ethics training. If you have any questions regarding this legislation, please contact the City Clerk at

bmeeks@edgewood-fl.gov

Pictured above is one of the mother turtles that laid eggs at our lot adjacent to City Hall, we currently have two

turtle burrows at City Hall. Eggs were found approximately 07/12/2014, we are monitoring the area so the burrow

isn’t disturbed. The eggs should be hatching within the next few months.

Turtle Eggs laid at Edgewood— Edgewood District Park

Business Tax Receipt Renewal for Fiscal Year 2014-15

It is renewal time for our Edgewood Businesses, both commercial and home occupations are required to renew their Business Tax Receipt (BTR). You should have already received your renewal notice either by U.S. Mail or e-mail. If you have not received your renewal notice courtesy reminder please call or visit City Hall to renew your BTR. To avoid any late fees be sure to pay or have your renewal post-marked no later than Tuesday, September 30th. Contact staff should you have any questions, you may contact Roxanna Sigler or Cinnamon Wild at 407-851-2920.

FDOT considers leasing SunRail for Special Events Article provided courtesy of : WOFL FOX 35 ORLANDO

In a response to consumer demand for more night and weekend services, the Florida Department of Transporation

(FDOT) is considering how to allow rental of SunRail trains during nights and weekends. FDOT spokeswoman Jessica

Keane says at least one city has already asked about extra service. “Peak times are in the morning and the evening, but

we do have a special interest on special excursions trains. For example, the City of Longwood requested it for a special

event they are hosting.” The cost of the train is based on a flat fee for the conductors, maintenance, cleaning, and staff-

ing. For weeknight service, it would be a flat fee of $1,400.00. For the weekends, it rises to almost $2,800. Jessica

Keane says you also have to pay for fuel to the cost of just over $1,000 per round trip between DeBary and Sand Lake

Road. “The weekend service is a little bit more than the weekday service, but you can have that option to use it for both.

So it would probably be after hours on a weekday, but you have to pay that flat fee for the weekday or the weekend, and

then the cost of gas.”

Cities like Longwood, Winter Park and Orlando may consider using the service when they have large festivals in the cen-

ter of their downtown cores. Keane says if someone wants to get married on a train, or throw some kind of party, they

need to understand that all of the regular rules like no food, or drinks must have liks would still apply. Keane says the an-

swer isn’t necessarily no. “They are taking requests , and they will look at each individual request. So it could be some-

thing they would look at but it doesn’t mean we’ve said yes or no to anything just yet.” One other group that has contacted

the FDOT about extra service is the Orlando Magic. The team is considering wheather or not to pay for an extra train that

would run after home games since the last train in the current schedule leaves before Magic games typically end.

Picture provided courtesy: SunRail website

Responsible Pet Ownership

As a friendly reminder, please remember to be a responsible pet owner and clean up after them. We have received some concerns in this regard. Please refer to the portion of the code below that refers to animal waste and help keep your neighborhoods clean. We thank you for your assistance and as a courtesy to your neighbors.

Sec. 10-9.—Animal Waste.

The person having custody of any animal shall be responsible for the removal of any waste deposited by such ani-mal on any property other than the private property of the person having custody of the animal. Any person walk-ing an animal on public property must carry the appropriate equipment to remove and dispose of any waste de-posited by such animal. (Ord. No. 2009-05, § 1, 8-18-2009)

By: Cinnamon Wild, Administrative Assistant

Summer Edibles By: Keri Leymaster, Assistant Director at Leu Gardens Keri.leymaster@cityoforlando.net www.leugardens.org The extra hours of daylight can be a calling to many of us to spend a little more time outside, but the hot and humid weather can be difficult. If you are feeling the urge to spend time in your garden, take these tips to make your summer vegetable garden successful: Plant Selection: The saying “right plant, right place” is just as important in your veggie garden as it is in the landscape. Summer humidity is touch on plants, so only a few of our crops will be successful. I would recommend sticking with sweet potatoes, okra, southern peas, collards, and cherry tomatoes. Sounds like a traditional southern dinner! If there are any plants from earlier seasons still in the garden, consider removing them. As soon as a plant or crop is no longer productive, remove it from the garden and compost or dispose of it. Also keep up on regularly harvesting your vegetables so that they do not become over-ripe and attract in-sects.

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Give a hand and volunteer at the Orlando Rescue Mission

Summer Edibles, continued from page 7 You can also grow herbs during this season. Most herbs will do well and grow very vigorously and reward you with more flavor than you know what to do with. If you want cilantro, try growing cilantro instead. This plant is a little more difficult to find, but grows much better in the summer months with the same fresh flavor. Watering: Summer rains may seem significant, but keep an eye on your plants for signs they need additional water. Look for plants that are wilted in the morning (an afternoon “heat wilt” is the plants defense against the sun) or at dusk. If possible, water plants early in the day so that they are drying off as much as possible for the evening hours. Wet leaves serve as a conduit for some fungus and disease, so do your part to help keep them dry. Also consider micro-irrigation or drip watering that puts water right on the base of the plant and keeps the leaves from getting soaked. Take a break: The other option for this season is to take a break from gardening and harness the sun’s intense rays to sterilize your soil. Using a double layer of clear plastic cover the bare soil will heat the soil to kill nema-todes, weeds and diseases. After laying down the plastic, use soil or weights to seal down the edge and trap in the generated heat for four to six weeks. Not only will be able to relax, but your soil will be better than ever for your fall crops. This summer make sure you choose the right crops for your summer garden. You will be able to continue har-vesting your fresh vegetables and herbs throughout the season and keep garden productive year round.

Want to make a difference, but don’t know where to start? Volunteering at the Orlando Union Rescue Mission—one of Central Florida’s oldest and largest homeless service providers—is a great way for professionals, individuals, groups and families of all ages to help change the lives of homeless men, women and children in the Central Florida community! Here are some cur-rent opportunities: - Tutor adults preparing for their high school diploma - Teach a life skills course (i.e. parenting, financial) - Front desk reception (day and night opportunities available) - Thank-a-thon phone calls/administrative support - Meal service (breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily) For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit www.ourm.org or call 407-422-4855 ext. 1109. WWW.OURM.ORG | Like us on FaceBook

How much did Waste Management recycle in 2013?

With a strong focus on extracting more value from the waste stream, Waste Management’s recycling performance had a record year in 2013. Recycling in tons: • Paper: 8,959,973 • Mixed Organics: 2,480,146 • Glass: 863,192 • C&D/Wood: 828,192 • Metals: 724,610 • Plastics: 431,968 • Mixed Recyclables: 652,595 • E-waste/Lamptracker: 35,255 • Other: 26,797 Environmental Statistics In 2013, Waste Management recycled over 15 million tons of mate-rials. That’s enough to fill the Empire State Building (pictured) more than 21 times. When it came to different material types, like paper and aluminum, the company had some impressive statistics. Take paper, for example. When adding up all the different types of paper that were recycled—including cardboard—WM recycled nearly 9 million tons, enough to save more than 123 million trees. In 2007, Waste Management set a sustainability goal to recycle 20 million tons annually by the year 2020. Since then, the company has doubled the amount it recycles, and is now three-quarters towards fulfilling that objective.

ELECTION INFORMATION Bea L. Meeks, City Clerk

Edgewood Welcomes New Businesses By: Cinnamon Wild, Administrative Assistant

We would like to welcome the following new businesses, and encourage our resident’s to support both our new and current Edgewood Businesses.

• The GumTree, 111 Gatlin Ave • Ultimate Mobile Car Wash, Home Occupation • Total Onguard Protection, 4937 S. Orange Ave • Emergency Response Unit, 4915 S. Orange Ave • Trikaroo, Inc., 5525 Commerce Drive • Sydney’s Groom Room, LLC DBA Aunt B’s Pet Grooming, 4925 S. Orange Ave • The Garage Orlando, LLC, 5519 Commerce Dr • National Nurses Organizing Committee, 5025 S. Orange Ave, #102 • Cell City2, 4917 S. Orange Ave • Wire Worx, Inc., 4822 S. Orange Ave • Agency, The LLC, 5517 Hansel Ave • Tuliworld Services, Inc., 5536 Hansel Ave • A.T. Wonus Property Mgmt, LLC, Home Occupation • S.I.K. Performance and Fabrication, 5603 Commerce Dr • ProLogo Branding, LLC, 5528 Commerce Dr • Wood Bee Cabinetry, 5603 Commerce Dr • VanBerry’s Public House, 4120 S. Orange Ave • Prestiege Automotive Sales & Salvage, LLC

If you are considering opening a new business within the City of Edgewood, please contact City Hall prior to leasing space to find out additional information on permits required to operate your business within the City of Edgewood.

The advertisements appearing in this newsletter are paid ads,

and do not constitute an endorsement by the City.

For information and rates regarding advertising in the Edgewood

Exclusive, please contact City Hall at (407) 851-2920

or info@edgewood-fl.gov

E-mail sign-up is now available on the Edgewood’s website! You may sign up to receive the quarterly newsletter when it’s posted to the website, you will receive a copy of the newsletter e-mailed to your in box. We ask that you notify City Hall staff by e-mailing Info@edgewood-fl.gov and request to have your name and address removed off of our hard copy mailing listing. Doing so will help the City save in printing costs.

Signage for businesses

Prior to placing any and all signage for your business. Please refer to

the City Code of Ordinances to confirm your sign will be in compliance.

A permit may be required. If you have any questions feel free to contact

City Hall staff at 407-851-2920 or info@edgewood-fl.gov.

Article provided by City Engineer, Florida Engineering Group (FEG)

Nitrogen pollution comes from many sources, including from the fertilizers used on lawns and in land-scaping. This nitrate-rich water makes its way to surface waters as runoff during rainfall or over-irrigation, or it may drain slowly from the soil over time. Algal blooms in water bodies can be attributed to nitrogen pollution. Using fertilizers only when lawns show a particular nutrient deficiency and using chemicals responsibly can benefit our waterways. Practicing responsible fertilizing will not only make your lawn green and keep local lakes healthy, it is now the law! In October 2009, Orange County passed a lawn fertilizer ordinance. The law became effective March 1, 2010. Know the rules. Here is a summary of fertilizing rules in Orange County. 1. Equip broadcast spreaders with a deflector shield to keep fertilizer pellets away from impervious surfaces, water bodies and buffer areas. 2. Keep fertilizer off driveways and streets and out of storm drains, ditches and swales. 3. Do not apply fertilizer within 10 feet of a lake, pond, stream, watercourse, canal or wetland. 4. No fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus shall be applied to turf prior to severe thunderstorms. 5. Make sure your fertilizer's nitrogen contains at least 50% slow release formulations. 6. Don't apply fertilizer containing phosphorus to turf. • If your lawn has a phosphorus deficiency that has been demonstrated through testing, you can apply phos-

phorus at a rate no greater than ¼ pound per 1,000 square feet per application. • Do not exceed ½ pound per 1,000 square feet in a year's time. 7. If you have newly installed turf, you may apply phosphorus for 60 days following installation. Follow all

guidelines. Continued see next page

Algal Bloom

Continued from Page 15 8. Prior to obtaining or renewing an Orange County local business tax certificate for a business providing landscape services, each commercial applicator (as defined in Section 15-801), must provide proof of successful completion, within the past 3 years, of the Florida Green Industries Best Management Practices certification program. The program is provided by the University of Florida Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). Visit Florida-Friendly Landscaping for details of the training. 9. From June 1 through September 30 follow these rules:

• Don't apply fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus to turf. There are two exceptions to this rule:

• Commercial applicators certified under Section 15-809 may conduct these applica-tions.

• Homeowners who have completed the online educational program at the Orange County website (http://www.orangecountyfl.net/tabid/439/default.aspx) may conduct these applications.

10. Don't deposit grass clippings and/or vegetative material/debris into any public right of way, storm-water drain or other water conveyance.

For more information, read the Orange County fertilizer ordinance (http://www.orangecountyfl.net/Portals/0/Library/Environment/docs/FertilizerOrdinance.pdf)

Article provided by City Engineer, Florida Engineering Group (FEG)

Article provided by City Engineer, Florida Engineering Group (FEG)

An illicit discharge is a discharge into any storm sewer, stream, canal, lake, waterbody or the ground of any sewage, waste or unapproved sub-stance. As a result of an illicit discharge, contaminated wastewater enters into storm drains or directly into local waters before receiving treatment and causes harm to plants, animals, and people. Illicit discharge may be intentional or may be unknown. Illicit discharge detection and elimination programs are designed to prevent contamination of ground and surface water by monitoring, inspection and removal of illegal non-stormwater dis-charges. The City has placed markers that state "Do Not Dump - Drains to Lake" on all inlets and catch basins as a reminder that these substances do not just disappear "down the drain" - they end up in one of our lakes. Please be aware and remind your lawn care providers to help reduce the pollution leaving your property. Continued see next page

Article provided by City Engineer, Florida Engineering Group (FEG)

Continued from Page 16

Illicit discharges are not allowed and are also a violation of the City’s code. Please report any sus-pected illicit discharge immediately to the City Police Department at 407-851-2820, and help us keep our water bodies and lakes clean! The following is a list of substances allowed to discharge into the city's storm sewer system provided they are not identified as a source of pollutants to any receiving waterbody: Allowable Discharges:

discharges or flows from emergency fire fighting activities. reclaimed water line flushing authorized pursuant to a permit issued under authority of Rule

62-610, F.A.C. flows from uncontaminated roof drains.

All other non-storm substances discharged into the City's storm sewer system are considered illicit discharges that would pose a threat to the health, safety and welfare of the public and are prohibited by the City’s Code. Any unauthorized or illicit discharge is subject to enforcement as set forth in the City's Charter, Code of Ordinances or as otherwise specified by law. Illicit discharges include chlorinated swimming pool discharges, oil, gas, leaves or other debris.

In this issue: Hurricane Preparedness— Pg. 2 & 3 Governor Scott signs bill requiring elected officials to complete ethics training - Pg. 4 Summer Edibles - Pg. 7 Upcoming Special events — Pg. 7 Edgewood’s New Businesses — Pg. 10

Calendar of Events: • Every Thursday evening join us for

our weekly Farmer’s Market/Chefs on Wheels (Food Truck)

• Classic Car Show on Thursday, September 25th • Stay tuned for more information on

our Safe Trick or Treat this fall, it will be held at City Hall on Halloween night!

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