Winter Park City Talk

City Commission meeting

There will be a City Commission meeting at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, July 9, in City Hall Commission Chambers located at 401 S. Park Ave. Below are a few topics of interest:

Non-action items

• Update on the Art on the green 2012 sculpture exhibition, including sculpture selections and sponsors

• Financial Report – May 2012

• Budget presentation

• Constitutional Amendment No. 4 discussion

Consent Agenda

• Approve the minutes of 6/25/2012.

• Approve the following bids and change order:

o Award categories 1, 2, 3 and 5 printing and mailing services to Designers’ Press Inc. and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract.

o Award category 4 printing & mailing services to International Press and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract.

o Change Order No. 1 Fairbanks Avenue Roadway & Wastewater Systems Improvements Project to Masci General Contractor Inc.

• Approve the Budget Adjustment for Contribution to Habitat for Humanity for the purchase of a building lot at 626 W. Comstock Ave.

Action items requiring discussion

• 90-day plan

City Commission Reports

• Commissioner Leary

• Commissioner Sprinkel

• Commissioner Cooper

• Commissioner McMacken

• Mayor Bradley

You can find the City Commission’s full agenda at cityofwinterpark.org and by clicking on Government > City Commission > Packets.

125th Anniversary countdown continues

Every day since June 9, the city has been posting historical facts on its Facebook and Twitter accounts reminding the community about its rich and interesting history. In addition, the city launched a special 125th anniversary button on the home page of its official website, cityofwinterpark.org highlighting all of the celebrations and events, providing historical resources and pertinent information associated with this milestone. To keep up to date on all of the city’s 125th anniversary celebrations, please click the 125th anniversary button on the home page of the city’s official website at cityofwinterpark.org follow us on Facebook and Twitter, or call 407-599-3428.

CoffeeTalk with City Manager

Please join me for a cup of coffee from 8 to 9 a.m. on Thursday, July 19, at the Winter Park Welcome Center located at 151 W. Lyman Ave. for my annual CoffeeTalk gathering. This is the city’s seventh year in holding these annual CoffeeTalk sessions for residents that have “a latte on their minds” or “some beans to grind.”

This is your opportunity to talk with me in an informal environment, and ask me any questions related to city business. A special thanks to Palmano’s Café, Coffee & Wine Bar for donating the coffee. Hope to see you there!

Ballroom dance classes

Regardless if you step on your own toes or already know how to waltz, the Keep Winter Park Beautiful Ballroom Dance Classes may be perfect for you. These eight-week beginner and intermediate classes began July 3 and will be held each Tuesday evening. Classes are held at the Winter Park Farmers Market located at 200 W. New England Ave. Please call 407-599-3364 or visit kwpb.org for more information.

Popcorn Flicks in Central Park

The city of Winter Park and Enzian Theater will present “The Great Muppet Caper” from 8 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 12, in Central Park in downtown Winter Park. Bring your blanket or chair to enjoy the free movie under the stars in Central Park. There’s free popcorn for everyone. Rain date will be July 26. For more information, please call 407-629-0054 or visit enzian.org

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