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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06-21-1988CAPE CANAVERAL CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 21, 1988 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Cape Canaveral, Florida, was held on June 21, 1988, at the City Hall Annex, 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Patrick Lee. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lee. The Roll was called by the City Clerk. Officials present were Mayor Patrick Lee, Mayor Pro Tem Robert Hoag, Council Members Jeff Kidd, Steve Miller and Rocky Randels. Also present were City Manager, Leo Nicholas; City Attorney, Jim Theriac; and City Clerk, Jan Lesser. Mr. Hoag moved to forego the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 7, 1988 and approve them as written. Mr. Kidd seconded motion. Motion carried unanimously. At this time the "Volunteerof the Month" award was presented to Robert Hoag, Jr. for his service in the Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Department. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Ordinance No. 8-88 Amendino Sian Code (First Reading and Public Near na; Postponed June 7th) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 653, SIGN CODE, OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, BY AMENDING SECTION 653.04, THE DEFINITION OF "OFF -PREMISE SIGN"; BY AMENDING THE SUB -SECTION TITLE OF SECTION 653.05; BY AMENDING THE SUB -SECTION TITLE OF SECTION 653.06(G); BY AMENDING SECTION 653.20, OFF -PREMISE SIGNS AND SIGNS ON VACANT LAND; RENUMBERING SECTION 653.22; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Lee read the title of the Ordinance. Mr. Kidd moved to approve first reading. Mr. Miller seconded motion. Mr. Theriac advised that the proposed ordinance had been revised and did not allow off -premise signs for private medical clinics. He further noted there were no substance changes in the proposed ordinance. Discussion followed. Mr. Nasapour, owner of Builder's Supply, addressed the Council regarding his off -premise sign. He explained that it had fallen into disrepair and when he repaired it, he was cited for violation of the sign code. Mr. Theriac advised that this case was currently in front of the Code Enforcement Board, with a complaince hearing scheduled for June 23rd, and that the Council should not discuss the merits of the case. Ms. Norma Townsend, an employee of Builder's Supply, inquired if Mr. Nasapour had any avenue of relief. Mr. Theriac advised his only ' relief would be if council amended the sign code to allow off -premise signs. Discussion continued. Mr. Hoag contended there was no need to amend the sign code since the amendments were strictly cosmetic in nature. Mr. Miller moved to table Ordinance No. 8-88. Mr. Hoag seconded motion. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS 1. Motion Re: Authorization to Bid for Brush Chipper for Street Department Mr. Randels so moved. Mr. Hoag seconded motion. Motion carried unanimously. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 21, 1988 PAGE 1 OF 3 2. Discussion Re: Pro osed Letter to Brevard Count regarding Pr vatizat on of Ambulance Service Mayor Lee noted that the County was proposing this major change without giving the City the reasons behind the change. Furthermore, it would be an added expense to the City for additional training, equipment and insurance. Chief Dave Sergeant of the Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Department noted that it was his understanding that the County Commissioners could approve the new system at their meeting on July 12th, with implementation scheduled for October 1. He explained that would not be enough time for the Fire Department to establish an Advanced Life Support system, which would be necessary to supplement the ambulance service. Discussion followed. Mr. Nicholas was directed to write a strong letter to the County Commissioners voicing the Council's concerns. ADD-ON ITEM Mayor Lee requested an add-on item regarding selling half -interest in the aerial fire apparatus to the Canaveral Port Authority. Mr. Kidd moved to add the following item to the agenda. Mr. Hong seconded motion. Motion carried unanimously. Motion to offer to sell Half -interest in the Aerial Fire Truck to t o CanaveralPort Aut or tyi s ar nc T t1. 01 the Tru - Mr. Kidd so moved. Mr. Randels seconded motion. Mayor Lee explained that the City could not afford the aerial truck and had unsucessfully sought bids for sale of the equipment. He further noted that he thought the Canaveral Port Authority may be interested in purchasing half -interest in the truck for $150,000.00, payable at $50,000.00 a year for three years, interest free. Discussion followed. Mr. Theriac advised there should be a written agreement stating if either the Port or City form their own Fire Department the other entity may purchase their half of the truck. Discussion continued on the effect this would have on the Fire Impact Fees. Mr. Theriac noted the impact fees could be collected until the City recouperates their deficient. It was noted the truck would continue to be housed at the Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Department and available to other departments through mutual aid. Vote on the motion was unanimous. Mayor Lee will present the proposal to the Canaveral Port Authority at their next meeting. DISCUSSION Mr. William Gleckner, a member of the Plaza Condominium Board of Directors, addressed Council regarding the proposed Columbia Drive resurfacing; specifically, the plan to eliminate on -street parking. He requested an independent review of the parking situation by the City Engineers and further noted the Association had engaged an attorney to represent them in this ' matter. Mayor Lee advised that if there were possible litigation involved the Council should not discuss the matter. Mr. Nicholas distributed a memorandum on street improvements and asked Council to review it and be ready to make a recommendation at the next meeting. He explained that since the repairs would be made with revenue received from the Local option Gas Tax, the contracts had to be signed and a draw made on them by the end of the fiscal year. Mayor Lee reported on the meeting he and Mr. Nicholas had with the Port Authority regarding a possible three -party contract with the Sheriff Department. He noted that the Port Authority was satisfied with their contract as it was written and did not wish to enter into a three -party contract at this time. He advised that the City should seek a longer-term contract. CITY COUNCIL HD3HAR MEETING JUNE 21, 1988 PAGE 2 OF 3 Mr. introduced r. P B. ho is doing thesconstruction work onithefsewer linetand tliftCstationwon Center Street. 'there being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M. Approved this 5th day of July , 1988. 0 Mayon y Clerc CITY COUNCIL FGMINi MEETING JUNE 21, 1988 PAGE 3 OF 3