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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 12-17-1991 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 17, 1991 A Regular Meeting of the Cape Canaveral City Council was held on December 17, 1991, at the City Hall Annex, 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The meeting was called to order at 7: 31 P.M. by Mayor Pro Tem, John Porter. Pledge of allegiance was led by Mr. Porter. The roll was called by the City Clerk . Officials present were Mayor Pro Tem, John Porter; Council Members Andy Kedzierski , Rocky Randels and Ann Thurm. Also present were City Manager, Edward Spenik; City Attorney, Jim Woodman; and, City Clerk, Janet Leeser. Mayor Salamone was not in attendance because she was ill. Mr. Randels moved to approve the minutes of the Combined Workshop and Regular Meeting of December 3, 1991. Mr. Kedzierski seconded motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Kedzierski moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of December 5, 1991. Mrs . Thurm seconded motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Porter read a Proclamation regarding Living Memorial for Women in Military Service. City Manager, Edward Spenik, announced that the Special City Employee Award was being presented to Mr. Wes Fox, who was not able to be in attendance, for his service as an Operator Trainee. Mr. Spenik noted that Mr. Fox also provides Animal Control Services to the City on a contractual basis. Mr. Spenik explained that a resident of the City, Gladys Kendell, had recently presented the City with a hundred-dollar reward, for services rendered by Mr. Fox. Mrs. Kendell addressed the Council at this time. Mr. Porter presented the Volunteer of the Month Award to Mr. Fred DiStasio for his services on the Planning and Zoning Board and for organizing the June City-wide Clean Up Campaign. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Resolution No. 91-56 Designating Council Members Areas of Interest (Postponed 12-3-91) A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AREAS OF PRIMARY INTEREST OF INDIVIDUAL COUNCIL MEMBERS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Porter read the title of the Resolution. Mr. Randels moved for adoption, with no changes from last year. Mr. Kedzierski [10, seconded motion. Mr. Porter read the Resolution in its entirety. Vote on the motion was unanimous. Resolution No. 91-56 was adopted. 2. Motion Re : Christmas Bonuses for City Employees (Postponed 12-3-91) Mr. Randels moved to grant the Christmas Bonuses as presented. Mrs. Thurm seconded motion. Discussion followed. It was suggested that the amount of the Christmas Bonuses be addressed during the next budget cycle. Vote on the motion was unanimous. City Council Regular Meeting December 17, 1991 Page 1 of 5 3. Discussion Re : Proposed Ordinance Amending Zoning Regulations Landscaping Requirements Mr. Randels moved to approve the proposed changes. Mrs. Thurm seconded the motion. Mr. Woodman advised that the changes would have to be made by Ordinance. Mr. Randels moved to amend the motion to state that the proposed changes be placed on the next agenda for First Reading. Mr. Porter seconded motion. Vote on the amendment was unanimous. Discussion was held on whether or not the Planning and Zoning Board had approved the proposed changes. Mr. Randels noted that the Planning and Zoning Board approved the changes on March 27, ir 1991. Discussion continued. Vote on the main motion on the floor was unanimous. This item will be placed on the next agenda for First Reading. 4. Discussion Re : Easement Request by Eugene J. Jandreau Mr. Woodman gave a brief history of the easement problem along the canal and explained that Mr. Jandreau was requesting the return of an easement which was originally for the Banana River Extension. It was pointed out that the City had granted this request to other property owners in the area, but it would be necessary to retain an adequate easement to service the canal and sewer line. Mr. Woodman advised if the Council wished to honor Mr. Jandreau ' s request, it would be necessary to do so by Resolution. Discussion followed. It was noted that even though this area was surveyed in 1987, there was still some confusion as to where the City's easement was located. Discussion continued. Mr. Spenik will research the matter and report back to Council at the next meeting. 5. Discussion Re : Duval Building Mr. Porter announced that he would not participate in the discussion or any action on this item because he had a conflict of interest. Discussion was held on Mrs. Porter 's offer to lease the former Duval Federal Savings and Loan Building, located across the street from City Hall, to the City on a triple net lease. It was the consensus of the Council that although it was an attractive offer, the City was not in a position financially to take any action on the offer. They voiced their appreciation to Mrs. Porter for bringing the offer to the City. NEW BUSINESS 1. Discussion Re : Negotiations with Cevesco, Inc. Mr. Spenik advised that Cevesco had lowered their offer to $98, 000. 00 an acre ( $2. 25 a square foot ) . Discussion followed. It was the consensus of Council that since the City had not made a decision on the Sewer Plant Expansion, no commitment to purchase should be made at this time. Mr. Spenik was directed to reply to Mr. George Firkins, to keep the City's option open. 2. Discussion Re: Americans with Disabilities Act Mr. Spenik and Mr. Woodman reported on the Americans with Disabilities Act and the potential impact on the City. Discussion followed. Mr. Randels noted that the Space Coast City Council Regular Meeting December 17, 1991 Page 2 of 5 League of Cities was considering sponsoring a seminar on the issue. 3. Discussion Re: Recycling Grant Mr. Spenik advised that the City received $11, 645. 00 from the County for the Recycling Grant. Discussion followed. It was noted that the expenditure of the grant money was very restricted. Mr. Spenik will research options and report back to Council at a later date. 4. Discussion Re: Employees ' Request for Training Mrs. Thurm moved to approve the training requests presented by the following employees: Alison Brown, Kay McKee, Chris Kulac, and Walter Bandish. Mr. Kedzierski seconded motion. Mrs. Thurm spoke in favor of the motion. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Finance Director ' s Report Finance Director, Bennett Boucher, reviewed his quarterly financial report with the City Council. He also noted that he had given them information on Unreserved Fund Balance and Debt Management. Discussion was held on the Fire Protection Fund. Mr. Boucher noted that the staff was preparing some proposed changes that would be presented to the Council for consideration after the first of the year. Mr. Porter commended Mr. Boucher on his report. Discussion was held on the proposed budget transfers. This item will be placed on the next agenda for action. Mr. Porter introduced Mr. Tom Kirk, the City ' s new represen- tative with the accounting firm of Hoyman, Dobson & Company. 6. Council Training: Wetlands Regulations, March 12, Orlando; National Conference on Beach Preservation, February 12-14, St. Petersburg Mr. Spenik recommended that members of the Council and at least one staff member attend these two seminars. This item will be placed on the next agenda for action. 7. City Manager Annual Review (October 28, 1991) Mr. Porter advised that Mayor Salamone had requested this item be postponed until the Workshop Meeting of January 16, 1992. 8. Employee of the Quarter Mr. Spenik noted that the award had been made at the beginning of meeting. 9. Florida League of Cities ; Constitutional Amendment Mr. Spenik reviewed the information and noted that the proposed amendment would raise the ten mill cap on property tax increases. Discussion followed. It was the consensus of Council not to support the amendment. 10. The Law and the Gift Tax/City Attorney Mr. Woodman reviewed the booklet prepared by the Florida League of Cities and suggested that permission be sought to reprint portions of it and present to all Board Members. Council members concurred with Mr. Woodman ' s suggestion. City Council Regular Meeting December 17, 1991 Page 3 of 5 11. County Tax for Criminal Justice Mr. Spenik advised that he has provided the proposed ordinance for informational purposes. 12. Florida House of Representatives ; Local Bill Certification Form and Procedure Mr. Spenik and Mr. Randels reviewed the new procedures for introducing bills to the House of Representatives. 13. Bid No. 91-11 Trees ir Mr. Randels moved to award the bid to Ross Nursery in the amount of $1, 700.00. Mrs . Thurm seconded motion. Discussion followed. Vote on the motion was unanimous. DISCUSSION Mr. Woodman distributed a letter he had received from a citizen of the City, Susan Richardson, regarding a manhole which she contends is located on her property. Mr. Woodman advised that he was bringing the matter to the attention of the City Council, since it was not in his purview to address the issue. Mr. Spenik noted the City was in the process of locating all the sewer lines and manholes in that area. Mr. Woodman reported on the title search which was conducted on the 28 acres adjacent to the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He noted that there were ten pages of recorded encumbrances on the property and advised that if the City wished to further explore the acquisition of the property, it would be necessary to purchase title insurance, if it were available. Mr. Kedzierski noted that if the City would go through the condemnation procedure it would clear the title. Discussion followed. This item will be discussed further at the next meeting. In response to a question by Mrs. Thurm, Mr. Woodman advised that Randy Mays had paid the City a $500.00 fine for his illegal land clearing, which was the maximum amount allowed under the Ordinance that was on the books at the time. Mr. Spenik reported on the alleged injury on the Jefferson Avenue Dune Crossover and noted that the City was conducting an investigation into the matter. Mr. Spenik advised that Western Waste had not made a decision regarding how they were going to proceed with picking up green waste in the City. Mrs. Thurm inquired about her former request for an accounting of the monies spent defending the Bolanowski case. She suggested that the City seek retribution for these expenses. Discussion followed. Mr. Woodman will research the matter and report back to Council. Mrs. Thurm inquired whether or not the Council wished her to explore the possibility of purchasing and relocating the historical house located behind the post office. Council concurred that it should be explored. Mr. Porter suggested the City recognize Carl Newland with a plaque or certificate. Mr. Porter noted that Building Official, Jim Morgan, had requested Council to address the complaint filed by Marion Lippert. Mr. Spenik advised that it was his opinion no action was required by the Council on this matter. City Council Regular Meeting December 17, 1991 Page 4 of 5 There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9: 50 P.M. Approved this 7th day of January , 1992. 0- `--00(120.--rvl... ..0z_ of, 1,4aP( f` 4111, 2/ • ity Clerk'% 4 City Council Regular Meeting December 17, 1991 Page 5 of 5 CHRISTMAS BONUSES 1991 CHRISTMAS EMPLOYMENT DATE EMPLOYEE NAME BONUS Administration 08/20/81 Janet S. Leeser $ 162. 50 02/18/81 Bennett C. Boucher 175 00 05/23/89 Alison S. Brown 55. 00 05/13/85 Deborah E. Haggerty 115. 00 08/30/89 Janet J. Pilarczyk 55. 00 06/27/90 Debbie Morris 27. 50 590. 00 Building Department 04/09/87 James E. Morgan 85. 00 02/13/89 Thomas B. Kleving 55. 00 04/19/89 Susan L. Nelson 55. 00 02/11/85 Evelyn B. Hutcherson 115.00 04-29/86 William V. Huber (P/T) 87. 50 397. 50 Street Department 09/06/66 Carl R. Akery 400. 00 03/05/90 Anthony H. Martin 40. 00 08/28/90 Loren E. Clark 40. 00 03/31/86 Craig F. Staffileno 100. 00 03/19/90 Gregory S. Mullins 40. 00 05/13/91 Jamie L. Crowell 25. 00 10/03/91 Cathy D. Brainard 25. 00 670. 00 Beautification 05/28/91 Kay 0. McKee 25. 00 07/05/89 Chris T. Kulac 42. 50 06/13/90 Donald W. Evans 40. 00 10/06/87 Thomas D. Whalen 85. 00 192. 50 Wastewater Treatment Plant 06/25/84 Josephine Hughes (P/T) 117. 50 10/16/90 Karen D. Pappas 27. 50 04/08/91 David B. Fritz 25. 00 12/17/90 Walter M. Bandish 25. 00 03/13/89 Steven A. Vanlandingham 55. 00 12/06/82 Keith T. Jordan 145. 00 09/04/90 Glen T. Siler 40. 00 06/12/89 Raymond W. Fox 55. 00 11/08/89 Stephen R. Baker 55. 00 10/24/89 Carlito G. Cordero 55. 00 09/02/86 June A. Clark 100. 00 10/23/90 Kenneth L. Veenstra 40. 00 02/06/89 Paul E. Prince 55. 00 12/16/90 Barbara E. Chase 25. 00 08/19/91 Larry C. McCormack 25. 00 845.00 • { CHRISTMAS BONUSES 1991 PAGE 2 CHRISTMAS EMPLOYMENT DATE EMPLOYEE NAME BONUS School Crossing Guards 05/25/76 Wallace A. Homer 237. 50 02/10/78 John W. Osborne 207. 50 09/04/73 Alma Osborne 282. 50 11/10/80 Bessie M. Fry 177. 50 905.00 Parks and Recreation 06/21/78 Nancy L. Hanson 220. 00 03/21/83 Francoise Norman 132. 50 04/06/91 Sheree G. Gillard (P/T) 12. 50 02/08/91 Shahram Bozorg (P/T) 12. 50 01/10/86 Marcel A. Bonnenfant (P/T) 87. 50 07/30/86 Donna S. Welton (P/T) 87. 50 12/09/85 Cheryl L. Puleo (P/T) 87. 50 640. 00 RECAP OF CHRISTMAS BONUS EXPENSE General Fund $3, 202. 50 Sewer Fund 845. 00 Beautification Fund 192. 50 Total Expense All Funds 4, 240. 00 FICA 324. 36 $4, 564. 36 FORMULA Full-time Employees : $25. 00 first year 15. 00 each additional year Part-time Employees : $12. 50 first year 15. 00 each additional year