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111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida
TUESDAY
arch 5, 2002
7:00 P
INUTES
CALL TO • RDE :
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Council Members Present:
Jim Morgan
Mayor Rocky Randels
Mayor Pro Tem Buzz Petsos
Richard Treverton
Larry Weber
Others Present:
Bennett Boucher, City Manager
Mark McQuagge, City Attorney
Susan Stills, City Clerk
Morris Reid, Building * icial
Ed Gardulski, Public Works Director
Nancy Hanson, Recreation Director
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James Hale, Code Enforcement oard tplicant
Attorney McQuagge asked Mr. Hale about his experience that qualifies him to sit on this
Board and why he desires to serve. Mr. Hale related that in his experiences of cleaning
the City's streets he confronts situations that Code Enforcement would handle and he
would like to participate in that. Mr. Hale related his knowledge of the Board's process
and expressed it would be an honor for him to serve on the Board. Attorney McQuagge
asked Mr. Hale if it would cause him any reservations to sit in judgment over other
citizens? Mr. Hale replied that it would not. Attorney McQuagge then asked Mr. Hale if he
believed that he could accomplish the duties of the Board such as levying a fine or
accomplishing other tasks? Mr. Hale affirmed that he could. Attorney McQuagge stated
that the Code Enforcement Board did recommend the applicant. Mr. Morgan responded
that from what he had seen and heard, he would be very much in favor and approval.
Mr. Weber related that Mr. Hale had spent much time participating in City projects and
City of Cape Canaveral, Florida
City Council Regular Meeting
March 5, 2002
Page 9
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CODE SECTION; 6-51 STREETS, ALLEYS, SIDEWALKS, AND PARKING.
ACCESS BY ADDING AN EXCEPTION TO THE PROHIBITION ON CONSUMPTION AND
POSSESSION OF AN OPEN CONTAINER OF AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE WITHIN AN
AREA OPEN TO THE PUBLIC; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion was made by Mr. Treverton and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to Adopt
Ordinance No. 06-2002. The vote carried on the motion 5-0 with voting as follows: Mr.
Morgan, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For; Mr. Treverton, For and
Mr. Weber, For.
RESOLUTIONS:
15. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2002-09; Supporting the Town of Malabar's
Right to Home Rule.
Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 2002-09 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA,
SUPPORTING THE TOWN OF MALABAR'S RIGHT TO HOME RULE; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos however the motion died for lack of a
second.
16. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2002-10; Designating a Public Park Area as
an Off -Leash Dog Park.
Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 2002-10 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA;
DESIGNATING A PUBLIC PARK AREA AS AN OFF -LEASH DOG PARK; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion was made by Mayor Randels and seconded by Mr. Morgan to adopt
Resolution No. 2002-10. Mayor Randels stated that this resolution would give the City
Manager authorization to designate a dog park area. Mr. Weber requested input from the
Recreation Board, Ms. Hanson related that the Board was still gathering input from
interested parties. Mayor Randels expressed the disappointment of the dog owners that
formerly used the property near the Manatee Park and now No Dogs Allowed signs are
posted. Mr. Gene Petry asked for the meaning of an "Off -Leash Dog Park." Mayor
Randels explained that there is currently no place that allows dogs to exercise without a
leash. Mr. Petry related his experiences as a resident with dog owners who allow their
pets to defecate on property and annoy others. Ms. Mary Minneke related that those who
plan to use the dog park would police others toward cleanliness. Mr. Hale related that
City of Cape Canaveral, Florida
City Council Regular Meeting
March 5, 2002
Page 10
Law enforcement could issue citations. Mr. Boucher informed that a deputy could write a
citation however the perpetrator must be caught in the act, or complete an affidavit and
submit it to the Brevard County Anirnal Control Office for investigation.
A motion was made by Mr. Weber and seconded by Mr. Morgan to table Resolution No.
2002-10 until further information is submitted to the Council from the Recreation Board.
DISCUSSION:,
17. Welcome to the City Sign Concept.
Mr. Boucher reported on this joint effort by the Beautification and the Business and
Cultural Development Boards. Mr. Nicholas, Chairperson of the Beautification Board,
explained that the depiction is an elevated sign set on a berm. He pointed out that there
are three layers of ponds for flowing water and illumination with floodlights. Mr. Weber
inquired about the direction of the lighting. Mr. Nicholas explained that illumination is
placed at a 45-degree angle and would not reflect back onto the oncoming traffic. Mr.
Nicholas also noted the use of palm trees in the rear of the sign. Mayor Randels
summarized that the consensus of the Council is to proceed with the project. Mr.
Boucher said that he would proceed with a design/build proposal with Stottler, Stagg and
Associates. Mr. Morgan related that simulated stone might separate from the structure
over the course of time and the committee might want to consider a more perpetual
product.
18. Demonstration of Community Analysis Software Program.
Mayor Randels provided background on how the City came to use the interactive
software and introduced Todd Peetz for the presentation. Mr. Peetz then introduced his
partner, Tom Myers. Mr. Peetz explained that in the course of working with the City
Comprehensive Plan and making references to City's Code Book, his partner
developed a software product to suit this referencing need. Mr. Peetz related that
references and applicable words could be found throughout both books. Mr. Myers used
a multimedia presentation to explain the product's functionality. Mr. Myers informed that
an additional product could be purchased that uses hyperlink features from the Planning
and Zoning Boards Agendas to zoning maps and photos within the agenda packet.
Mayor Randels questioned the product's actual use. Mr. Myers related that the Building
Department staff extensively uses the product as well as the previous applicant, Ms.
Lawandales who used the product to compile her application. Mr. Myers informed that
he found his software is faster by reason of its indexing than the Municipal Code
Corporation Internet product which uses occurrences of the word.
Mr. Reid related that he directs telephone requests to use the product from the Internet.
Mayor Pro Tem Petsos asked if staff could perform some of the interactive processes.
Mr. Myers explained that extensive changes would require his firm's services, however
City staff could apply minimal hyperlinks. Mr. Weber inquired about the cost for changes
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From: <Gopetve@moLoon>
To: <parknn*o@oartNinkoat>
Sent- Sunday, September 21, 2803 11:01 AM
Subject: Meeting
Nancy Hanson: I will be out of town on business during the week of September 22,2003. After much thought over
the dog park issue, | can not support such adog park at the Manatee Sanctuary Park. Our only passive
recreational park should be kept at just that for famlies to enjoy. I would not want to picnic there or have a function
at the pavilion and have dogs running around and barking, Perhaps some commercial area at the Port might be a
consideration or donation of property away from residential areas. The residential development around Manatee
Park furthers the need for passive recreation i.e. no n0000r fieNs, hzctbeU. etc. Let the whole nomnnonih/ enjoy this
area and not let it serve special interest groups, If the condos and apartments allow dogs, let them provide an
area for dogs to run. | have had dogs for many years. They were kept and oared for on my property.
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Accounts Payable
From: "Bennett Boucher" <boucher-cape@cflsr.com>
To: "Nancy Hanson" <parknrec@earthlink.net>
Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2004 2:06 PM
Subject: FW: New Request for Animal Complaint
Bennett Boucher
City Manager
City of Cape Canaveral, Fl,
Phone 321.868.1230
Fax 32L868.1224
e-mail boucher-cape/011 rr com
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Original Message -----
From: Kim McIntire [mailto:mcintire-cape@cffrr.com]
Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2004 9:24 AM
To: Bennett C. Boucher (E-mail)
Subject: FW: New Request for Animal Complaint
Original Message -----
From: haas-cape@cfl .rr.com [mailto:haas-cape@cfl.mcom]
Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 2004 7:49 PM
To: mcirrtire-capegcfl rr COM
Subject: New Request for Animal Complaint
A new request has been submitted for "Animal Complaint", Below is a summary
of the request:
Request Id: 287106
Source: Web/Internet
Address: 108 Garden Beach Ln,
Cape CanaveralFL 32920-0326
Province:
Country: UNITED STATES
Description:
My dog Lucy wishes to voice her complaint that we have no off leash dog park
in our city. I am a member of BARC and wish to voice my complaint and plee
for our city and our pets. Every weekend I get up and drive my dog 30
minutes to the Satellite Beach dog park, the closest one in our county.
Behind the Radisson is the beautiful new Manatee Park. This park resides in
a great location but seeing the huge waste of space that would not only
house a wonderful dog park,and still secure plenty of space for park goers
and activities, makes me sad. Where are my county commisioners or city
council members who will help us with this dilemma? Who do I need to talk to
or write to see if this is an option? If not that location than somewhere
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else. This is long overdue for our small but dog owning citizens. It is
time we became a more pet friendly city as other cities are.
To see this request go to
fittp.//www ebetterpace corn/MGS/servlet/eCivic'ErackerAdmn/RequestAdminjsp?
setRequestId=287 1 06&ownerId=51&citizenId=74565&windowType=noSpawn
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From: "Bennett Boucher" <buuoher+oape@ofl.ncoom»
To: "Nancy Hanson" °parknrec@eadhUnknet»
Sent: Thursday, November 18.2OO42:OSPK8
Subject: FVV:Off-Leash Dog Park Update
Bennett Boucher
City manager
City ofCape Canaveral, Fi
Phone321.808.1230
Fmz321.888.1224
e'mailhmuchar-ompe@oOzr.comn
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From: City ofCape Canaveral [naiko:ccapecanaveno|@xcf|.nccom]
Sent: Thursday, November 18,IOO49:]3AM
To: Ekmnnett[ Boucher (E-mail); Rocky KanUels (E-mail)
Subject: FW: Off -Leash Dog Park Update
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Fromm: Dave Severn [nmaiho:U_smvern@eorth|inh.net]
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Subject: FVV: Off -Leash Dog Park Update
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Sn—. it would appear nearly every other City in Brevard County will have an off -leash Dog Park before Cape
tmknow that myhard work, along with many others, towards getting the Cape Canaveral Parks &
Recreation board members along with the City Council members to consider an off -leash dog park for this City
was oCOMPLETE WASTE OFTIME.
So much for this City "growing for the future".
ReomnJn.
Dave Severn
411 Polk Avenue
Cape Canaveral, F|
321-784-9505
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Sent:i1/17/2OO41:O7:3DPM
�Subject: Off -Leash Dog Park Update
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Hello BARCMembers:
We hope that all of you are recovering from the hurricanes and getting ready to celebrate the upcoming
holidays. Don't forget that BARC is offering T-shirts and customized photo tote bags for the dog lovers
onyour gift list. Donations are tax deductible and the proceeds will help pay for amenities in the
proposed dog parks. Please check our home onthe Web for details:
h1UPj/JouInmks,aCJ.corn/bmrconna�yBARIC. Also, don't forget tosubmit e]pgphoto ufyour dog for
consideration inthe Dog ofthe Month Contest! The winner receives nfree BARCl-mhirt.
| have some (3`,REA1' [�JE�NS regarding the off -leash dog parks in our county!
1. The o���hdog omm�V@c�amPa�m�be�m������Oe�m�r
1! Thiawill hadog park number two inthe county and will bothe first county- operated dog park. The
parks supervisor is going to notify me when a firm date has been set and I will let everyone know. A
grand opening celebration is not planned but I hope that we can arrange a BARC general meeting and
get-together atthe park before the end ofthe year. I'll keep you posted.
2. - The Cocoa Beach City Commission unanimously voted to
provide the funds todevelop mnoff-leash dog park mtLori Wilson Park and then turn the park over to
the county for maintenance, since Lod Wilson Park ismcounty park. The city forwarded aproposal to
the county and itieawaiting their response. VVeare very happy tnreport that Commissioner (and
Chairperson) Ron Pritchard has indicated that he is in support mfthis project.
You can help bywriting hmyour county commissioner bzlet them know that you would like odog park to
babuilt atLori Wilson Park. Here kselink tothe commissioner's addresses:
Contact |nk) bsbeLinks
3. -Agmund breaking ceremony took place atthe Palm Bay Regional
Park nnSaturday, November O. Adiagram ofthe pork's layout isonour webaitm. The dog park is dark
green and iolocated inthe North end ofthe park. |tinexpected that the park will becompleted within
18mnontha.
|fyou have any questions, please contact me. I'll let you know assoon ao|have anything new tn
report!
Fran Gorecki
Secretary
Brevmnd/\nimma| Recreation C|ub(BARC)
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