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City recognizes sign-enforcement work and marks passing of former engineer Chris Rader

City Commission of the City of Altamonte Springs · March 17, 2026
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Summary

City Manager Frank Martz recognized Building and Fire Safety staff for snipe sign enforcement after weekend field reviews found no posted signs, and announced the passing of former City engineer Chris Rader, noting his public service and attendance at his service.

City Manager Frank Martz acknowledged the Building and Fire Safety Department’s recent work on snipe sign enforcement, praising Director Tony Apfelbeck and staff for their efforts. Martz said Mr. Apfelbeck and Fire Marshal Jesse Weed conducted weekend field reviews and “did not observe any posted signs,” a point he noted as reflecting the department’s enforcement work.

Martz also expressed sadness at the passing of former City engineer Chris Rader. He noted Rader’s U.S. Navy service, his tenure with the City, later private practice and public service as a councilman for the Town of Edgewood, and the community’s support and attendance at Rader’s service. The meeting record also notes recognition of Emma Barden, who attended the meeting with her father, City Engineer Lenny Barden.

The minutes record the acknowledgements but do not include further operational details about enforcement procedures, citations issued, or services for Mr. Rader.