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Cape Canaveral VISION Statement
Administrative Services
Community Engagement – No Report
Community Development
Economic Development
Culture & Leisure Services
Public Works Services
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Canaveral Fire Rescue
5-17-2016
Cape Canaveral Vision Statement
We envision: A bikeable and walkable Cape Canaveral that retains and enhances its residential
feel, characterized by low-rise buildings. This residential and business friendly atmosphere is a
liveable, attractive, safe, inclusive and sustainable coastal community that embraces the seaside
and riverside as the main amenities, and supports local culture, commerce and education.
We envision: A1A as a “complete street” with a native-landscaped and tree-lined median with
traffic calming elements and dark-sky street lighting. “Complete street” amenities include bicycle
facilities, covered transit stops, and safe pedestrian crossings that invite pedestrians and bicyclists
to access the beach, river, local neighborhoods and adjacent communities. Our improved
“complete streets” will allow us to travel calmly to intimate waterfront destinations and a walk-
able uptown core. Multi-use paths lined with shade trees should be wide enough for bikes and
pedestrians and lighted so anyone can walk or bicycle safely anywhere in town, day or night.
We envision: Welcoming community entrance features that create a sense of arrival and unique
community identity. The “uptown” and other areas will contain an architecturally rich and unique
mix of uses, with wide tree shaded sidewalks and umbrella covered café tables at restaurants and
bistros where friends gather, interact, and enjoy drinks and dinner.
We envision: A community that; removes or transforms blighted and unfinished buildings into
attractive structures, offers city-wide green spaces, provides a pet-friendly park with ample shade,
and actively recruits and supports businesses that enhance economic viability and serve our
residents and visitors.
We envision: Open shorelines and rivers accessible to the public including amenities that take
advantage of the water, such as limited and quaint water-view establishments and intimate public
gathering and entertainment places that may include pavilions, gazebos, or a performance stage.
Administrative Services
Update for Week Ending March 17, 2017
The City Manager’s Office is responsible for the day to day administration of all City departments
in accordance with City Council’s established policies/direction, local ordinances, resolutions and
State/Federal laws/rules and regulations. Telephone conferences, meetings with citizens,
documents prepared/reviewed/approved and meetings/conferences held are numerous and may not
be included in the Weekly Updates. Highlights:
Met with Department Directors regarding various projects/issues/initiatives.
Met with Fire Chief regarding E.M. & Community Paramedic Program.
EA offered bid opportunity to a City business regarding Plantation Shutters for the New
City Hall, which resulted in a meeting with business owner and Economic Development
Director at construction site for window measurement purposes.
EA provided assistance to City Council Members and select Department Directors.
City Clerk’s Office Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various
telephone/walk-in requests from the Public/Staff and provided assistance to City Council.
Highlights:
Records Management – 4.5 cubic feet (3 boxes) of records sent for offsite scanning; 12
cubic feet (8 boxes) of records were destroyed; met with Business Tax Official at
Community Development Department regarding disposition of paper records that have
been digitally scanned and/or have met State of Florida retention requirements.
Council Meetings – finalized/distributed agenda/packet for 03-21-17 Regular Meeting;
continued preparing agenda/items 04-18-17 Regular Meeting.
Community Redevelopment Agency – scheduled Public Notice of the CRA Report in the
legal advertisement section of Florida Today 03-16-17.
Bid #2017-01 – Banana River & Manatee Sanctuary Parks Shoreline Protection Project:
responded to inquiries/requests; 18 Bid packets have been distributed; deadline to receive
sealed bids is 03-23-17, 2pm, at the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall.
Proclamation – prepared/processed Proclamation declaring 04-29-17 as Beta Sigma Phi
Day. (attached)
Met with City Manager and select Department Directors regarding various items/issues.
Met with Economic Development Director, Financial Services Director/Staff regarding
City Hall secure key/card systems and miscellaneous planning for upcoming move.
The City Hall marquee displays a frequently-updated rotation of messages regarding info
and events in and around the City. Here are a couple of examples:
Financial Services Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various
telephone/walk-in requests from the Public.
Met with Economic Development Director regarding access/security measures at New City
Hall.
Met with Human Resources Director regarding organizational/future training requirements
for City Staff.
Human Resources/Risk Management Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and
assisted various telephone/walk-in requests from the public. Highlights:
Healthcare Update
Republicans Announce Repeal and Replace Legislation
The Republican sponsored American Health Care Act (AHCA) confirms the core platform
Congressional Republicans seek to advance which focuses on Healthcare as a Responsibility vs.
the Affordable Care Act (ACA) premise that Healthcare as a Right.
Highlights of the AHCA are as follows.
o Eliminates the Individual and Employer (employers with more than 50 employees)
mandate penalties retroactive to January 1, 2016.
o Allows Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) to
be used for over the counter items and increases the limits individuals may defer into
these accounts.
o Increases premiums insurance companies can charge older individuals from 3 times to
5 times premium rates for younger individuals.
o Permits insurance companies to offer reduced premium plans with healthcare coverage
below 60% and/or greater deductibles and out of pocket co-pays.
o Reduces taxes paid by the nation’s top 1% wage earners by $600 billion. ACA uses the
tax on the wealthy for health insurance subsidies for the poor and disabled.
o Eliminates income based healthcare premium subsidies.
o Reduces Federal Medicaid funding, shifting the cost of providing healthcare for the
poor, disabled and low income elderly to States. Because Florida rejected Medicaid
expansion, its Federal share would be reduced from 57% to 50%. 30 States that
expanded Medicaid would receive a 76% Federal share with gradual Federal caps.
States would have the ability to adjust to lesser funding by reducing the numbers who
qualify for benefits and/or reducing benefits. Current Florida Medicaid eligibility is
restricted to low income children, persons with disabilities, low income pregnant
women and low income seniors in need of nursing home care.
o Defunds Federal dollars to Planned Parenthood, provider of low income women’s
health services. Federal funding represents 50% of the organization’s total funding.
o Establishes an age based annual tax credit of between $2,000 (younger citizens) and
$4,000 (older citizens) in order to assist individuals with premium payments.
o Eliminates tax paid by insurance companies that compensate executives more than
$500,000 per year. (Current rules limit an insurance company’s ability to deduct
salaries for executives earning more than half a million dollars annually.)
o Delays the excise tax on high-cost plans (aka Cadillac Tax) from a 40% excise tax on
the excess value of high cost coverage from 2020 to 2025;
o Retains ACA’s market reforms, such as the ban on pre-existing condition exclusions,
adult children (to age 26) coverage through parents, prohibition on lifetime and annual
limits and requirement that polices cover preventive care.
According to Congressional Budget Office (CBO) analysis, AHCA would reduce the
Federal Budget by $337 Billion over the next 10 years (6%). The number of uninsured
would increase by 24 million to a total of up to 52 million during that same period with 14
million more people uninsured the first year. If the AHCA Bill passes the House of
Representatives, it will go to the Senate as a Budget Reconciliation Bill and as such, only
requires a simple 51 vote majority. Republican Leaders are pushing a rapid turnaround on
the GOP health care plan, with House Speaker Paul Ryan saying he wants to “wrap up the
process” before the April recess.
Legal Updates
Failure to Accommodate Religious Belief Claim to Move Forward
Religious discrimination claims by a delivery driver for a catering company who was terminated
the day after being sent home for wearing a religious head covering survived summary judgment
due to the temporal proximity between the events. In EEOC v. Triangle Catering, LLC, the
Western District of North Carolina held that the employer telling the driver to remove his religious
head covering and his termination the following day created a reasonable inference that the driver’s
need for a religious accommodation was a motivating factor in his termination. The employer felt
blindsided by the worker because the driver, a Rastafarian male, did not wear his religious head
covering to his interview. On his second day of work, he wore the head covering and the co-owner
of the employer abruptly asked him to remove it. The driver advised the co-owner of its religious
purpose. Nevertheless, the co-owner sent the driver home. The following day, the employer
terminated the driver. The termination notice referred to the “hat situation.”
The employer contended that genuine issues regarding sincerity of the driver’s religious beliefs
may have existed, as he did not wear the head covering to the interview. Further, the termination
notice described “the confrontational and disrespectful way in which [the driver] handled the hat
situation,” but the co-owner testified nothing confrontational or disrespectful occurred. In
addition, the employer argued that accommodating the driver’s religious practice would be an
undue hardship because the head covering violated applicable health codes and regulations. In
presenting the argument, the employer failed to cite any health codes or regulations that would be
violated. Thus, the Court found the employer’s argument unavailing.
This case serves as a reminder that adverse action taken on the heels of protected activity is likely
to result in a meritorious retaliation claim. In addition, documentation should accurately reflect
the events as they occurred.
Future of DOL's White Collar Overtime Rule Remains Unclear
The uncertainty surrounding the Department of Labor's (DOL) White Collar Overtime Rule
continues, with the agency requesting more time to continue its appeal of an injunction halting
implementation of the rule. Last year, the agency published a final rule that established a salary
floor below which executive, administrative and professional employees must be paid overtime.
The result: an increase from $455 per week (or $23,660 annually) to $913 per week (or $47,476
annually), with automatic updates every three years. A coalition of 21 states challenged the rule,
which was set to take effect in December 2016. A district court judge granted a preliminary
injunction in November, holding that "Congress intended the exemption to depend on an
employee's duties rather than an employee's salary." The DOL appealed to the U.S. Court of
Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and sought an expedited review. But with the switch in administration,
the agency has now requested a second extension to file its reply brief, seeking until May 1 to
"allow incoming leadership personnel adequate time to consider the issues." While employers wait
to see what happens with the rule and what stance the new nominee for Labor Secretary Alexander
Acosta takes on the issue, a group of labor organizations filed a motion with the court to take over
the case if the DOL drops its defense.
"With the recent presidential election, and particularly as more information becomes
available regarding the incoming Administration's plans, policy and appointments, the
Texas AFL-CIL has grave concerns as to whether its interests in the Final Rule will be
represented by the DOL," the group argued.
Employer on Hook for Employee's Drunk Driving, $1M Verdict
According to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, an employee involved in a car
accident while under the influence did not exceed the scope of his permission to use the vehicle,
leaving the employer's insurer on the hook for approximately $1 million in damages. Brian Hensley
was permitted to drive a company car for both work and personal purposes. One night, after
consuming four beers, he drove home and was involved in an accident that seriously injured
Ulysses Anderson. Anderson sued Hensley's employer, which tendered the claim to Great
American Alliance Insurance Company. A jury found Hensley liable and awarded Anderson
roughly $1 million. The insurer then sought a declaratory judgment that Hensley had exceeded the
scope of vehicle use granted by the employer because he drove while intoxicated. Despite the
company's policy banning the consumption of alcoholic beverages on company property and
prohibiting employees under the influence from working, the court found Hensley remained within
the scope of the employer's permission. Even though he was intoxicated, Hensley was using the
vehicle for an approved purpose, the panel wrote, and he was therefore an insured under the terms
of the policy. Under the general permission that was granted, Hensley was allowed to drive the
vehicle to and from his father's lake house.
Hugs From Supervisor Can Form Basis of Suit
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit published a judgment in favor of a female
employee regarding “hugs” from her supervisor, the sheriff. County correctional officer Victoria
Zetwick sued her employer for creating a sexually hostile work environment in violation of Title
VII and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. Specifically, she said the county sheriff
greeted her with unwelcome hugs on more than 100 occasions over a 12-year period, along with
at least one kiss. The sheriff frequently hugged female staffers, but used a handshake with male
officers, Zetwick claimed. A district court granted summary judgment for the sheriff and the
county. But the Ninth Circuit reversed, holding that a reasonable juror could conclude that the
differences in hugging of men and women were not simply "genuine but innocuous differences in
the way men and women routinely interact with members of the same sex and opposite sex." The
panel remanded the case for consideration of the totality of the circumstances, particularly whether
a reasonable juror would find that hugs—in the kind, number, frequency and persistence alleged
by Zetwick—created a hostile work environment.
HR along with Public Works Services Director and Collections/Reclamation Field Systems
Supervisor conducted interviews of qualified candidates for Utilities Mechanics job vacancies.
HR met with vendor KBI, a manufacturer of flexible and porous paving material derived from
recycled tires in order to determine feasibility of using product for selected infrastructure
projects as well as erosion mitigation. http://kbius.com/kbi-products/kbi-flexi-pave/
Lightning Safety
There is little you can do to substantially reduce your risk of being struck by
lightning if you are outside in a thunderstorm. The only completely safe action
is to get inside a safe building or vehicle.
Coach of Outdoor Sports Team
Your little league team has an evening game at the local recreational park. The weather forecast
calls for partly cloudy skies, with a chance of thunderstorms by early evening. When you arrive
at the park, you notice the only safe buildings are the restrooms. Shortly after sunset, the sky gets
cloudy and you see bright flashes in the sky. What should you do? Get everyone into vehicles or
the restrooms. Do NOT stay in the dugouts; they are not safe during lightning activity. Once in a
safe place, wait 30 minutes after the last rumble of thunder before resuming play.
At the Beach or Lake
Your family plans to go to the beach today. The weather forecast calls for a nice morning followed
by a 30 percent chance of afternoon thunderstorms. When you get to the beach, you see that the
only nearby structures are open-sided picnic shelters. The parking lot is a 5 minute walk from the
beach. By early afternoon skies are darkening and hear distant thunder. What should you do? Go
to your car! Do NOT seek shelter under the beach picnic shelters. Wait 30 minutes until after the
last rumble of thunder before going back to the beach
Lightning Trivia
Cape Canaveral Air Force Station/Kennedy Space Center has documented lightning
traveling almost 90 miles outward in the thunderstorm anvil.
How far can you see lightning? According to Cape Canaveral/Kennedy Space Center, up
to 100-km flashes.
Lightning Causes Forest Fires. Can Forest Fires Cause Lightning? Yes, smoke and carbon micro-
particles, when introduced into the upper atmosphere, can become the initiators of static. Sufficient
atmospheric static can spark discharge as lightning. Reports of massive lightning storms in coastal
Brazil, Peru and Hawaii have been linked to burning of sugar cane fields. The late 90's Mexican
forest fires resulted in unusual lightning activity in the USA High Plains area (Lyons, et al.) So,
Camping, Climbing and Other Wilderness Activities
You're cooking dinner on the camp stove when you hear distant rumbles of thunder. Your tent and
a large open sided picnic shelter are nearby. Your vehicle is about quarter of a mile away parked
at the trail head. What should you do? Go to your vehicle! The tent and picnic shelter are NOT
safe places. Wait 30 minutes until after the last rumble of thunder before going back to the
campsite. For those who cannot get to a vehicle, here are tips from the National Outdoor Leadership
School on what to do in the back country, in a canoe, etc., as a last resort.
When a Safe Location is not Nearby
If you absolutely cannot get to safety, you can slightly lessen the threat of being struck with the
following tips, but don't kid yourself--you are NOT safe outside. Know the weather patterns of
the area you plan to visit. For example, in mountainous areas thunderstorms typically develop in
the early afternoon, so plan to hike early in the day and be down the mountain by noon. Listen to
the weather forecast for the outdoor area you plan to visit. The forecast may be very different from
the one near your home. If there is a high chance of thunderstorms, stay inside.
Avoid open fields, the top of a hill or a ridge top.
Stay away from tall, isolated trees or other tall objects. If you are in a forest, stay near a
lower stand of trees.
If you are in a group, spread out to avoid the current traveling between group members.
If you are camping in an open area, set up camp in a valley, ravine or other low area.
Remember, a tent offers NO protection from lighting.
Stay away from water, wet items, such as ropes, and metal objects, such as fences and poles. Water
and metal do not attract lightning but they are excellent conductors of Lightning Trivia.
too, can dust in an enclosed grain elevator create a static discharge. Recent reports (Orville, et al)
show the Houston TX petrochemical industry, discharging copious amounts of hydrocarbons into
the upper atmosphere, may be responsible for higher-than-normal lightning activity in that area.
(National Lightning Safety Institute)
Myth: If you’re caught outside during a thunderstorm, you should crouch down to reduce
your risk of being struck.
Fact: Crouching doesn’t make you any safer outdoors. Run to a substantial building or hard topped
vehicle. If you are too far to run to one of these options, you have no good alternative.
Myth: Lightning never strikes the same place twice.
Fact: Lightning often strikes the same place repeatedly, especially if it’s a tall, pointy, isolated
object. The Empire State Building is hit an average of 23 times a year.
Myth: If it’s not raining or there aren’t clouds overhead, you’re safe from lightning.
Fact: Lightning often strikes more than three miles from the center of the thunderstorm, far outside
the rain or thunderstorm cloud. “Bolts from the blue” can strike 10-15 miles from the thunderstorm.
Myth: Rubber tires on a car protect you from lightning by insulating you from the ground.
Fact: Most cars are safe from lightning, but it is the metal roof and metal sides that protect you,
NOT the rubber tires. Remember, convertibles, motorcycles, bicycles, open-shelled outdoor
recreational vehicles and cars with fiberglass shells offer no protection from lightning. When
lightning strikes a vehicle, it goes through the metal frame into the ground. Don't lean on doors
during a thunderstorm.
Myth: A lightning victim is electrified. If you touch them, you’ll be electrocuted.
Fact: The human body does not store electricity. It is perfectly safe to touch a lightning victim to
give them first aid. This is the most chilling of lightning Myths. Imagine if someone died because
people were afraid to give CPR!
Myth: If outside in a thunderstorm, you should seek shelter under a tree to stay dry.
Fact: Being underneath a tree is the second leading cause of lightning casualties. Better to get wet
than fried!
Myth: If you are in a house, you are 100% safe from lightning.
Fact: A house is a safe place to be during a thunderstorm as long as you avoid anything that
conducts electricity. This means staying off corded phones, electrical appliances, wires, TV cables,
computers, plumbing, metal doors and windows. Windows are hazardous for two reasons: wind
generated during a thunderstorm can blow objects into the window, breaking it and causing glass
to shatter and second, in older homes, in rare instances, lightning can come in cracks in the sides
of windows.
Myth: Structures with metal or metal on the body (jewelry, cell phones, Mp3 players,
watches, etc.), attract lightning.
Fact: Height, pointy shape, and isolation are the dominant factors controlling where a lightning
bolt will strike. The presence of metal makes absolutely no difference on where lightning strikes.
Mountains are made of stone, but get struck by lightning many times a year. When lightning
threatens, take proper protective action immediately by seeking a safe shelter. Don’t waste time
removing metal. While metal does not attract lightning, it does conduct it so stay away from metal
fences, railing, bleachers, etc.
Myth: If trapped outside and lightning is about to strike, I should lie flat on the ground.
Fact: Lying flat increases your chance of being affected by potentially deadly ground current. If
you are caught outside in a thunderstorm, you keep moving toward a safe shelter.
Myth: Lightning flashes are 3-4 km apart.
Fact: Old data said successive flashes were on the order of 3-4 km apart. New data shows half the
flashes are about 9 km apart. The National Severe Storms Laboratory report concludes: "It appears
the safety rules need to be modified to increase the distance from a previous flash which can be
considered to be relatively safe, to at least 10 to 13 km (6 to 8 miles). In the past, 3 to 5 km (2-3
miles) was as used in lightning safety education.
Myth: A High Percentage of Lightning Flashes Are Forked.
Fact: Many cloud-to-ground lightning flashes have forked or multiple attachment points to earth.
Tests carried out in the US and Japan verify this finding in at least half of negative flashes and
more than 70% of positive flashes. Many lightning detectors cannot acquire accurate information
about these multiple ground lightning attachments.
Myth: Lightning Can Spread Out Some 60 Feet After Striking Earth.
Fact: Radial horizontal arcing has been measured at least 20 m. from the point where lightning
hits ground. Depending on soils characteristics, safe conditions for people and equipment near
lightning termination points (ground rods) may need to be re-evaluated.
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WHEREAS, Beta Sigma Phi was founded in 1931 during the Great
Depression out of the need for an organization that could bring women together and
expose them to a social, cultural and educational climate unavailable in those
difficult times; and
WHEREAS, Beta Sigma Phi has evolved into an international organization
for women with 165,000 active members; and
WHEREAS, Beta Sigma Phi, unlike a college sorority, is known around the
world as "The Friendship Organization" and has members of all ages and
educational backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, Beta Sigma Phi members worldwide have raised more than $3
million for local charities and donate over 200,000 volunteer hours on average every
year; and
WHEREAS, Beta Sigma Phi's Orlando Area Council has this year adopted as
a service project, The Russell Home for Atypical Children and gives continuing
support to New Hope for Kids, in support of its mission to provide support to
children of families grieving the death of a loved one and granting wishes to children
with life-threatening illnesses in Central Florida.
NOW, THEREFORE, L Robert Hoog, Mayor of the City of Cape Canaveral,
Brevard County, Florida, do hereby proclaim April 29, 2017 as
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Community Development
Update for Week Ending March 17, 2017
Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests
from the public, including performing plan reviews, processing permits, conducting inspections,
performing site visits, issuing Notices and conducting research.
The Building Division conducted 54 inspections; processed 42 new building permit applications;
39 permits picked up/payments processed; processed 10 renewal (or new) Business Tax Receipts
Alarm and/or Fire payments.
Provided inspections for New City Hall to include rated wall drywall partial 2nd floor;
insulation exterior walls 2nd floor; insulation west offices and corridor and partial interior
walls 2nd floor.
Assisted 10 walk-in customers regarding miscellaneous items.
Responded to 24 emails, faxes and calls requesting permit, zoning and/or BTR information.
Responded to four (4) voicemails.
Responded to 72 phone calls.
Contacted two (2) contractors regarding scheduling final inspections for building permits
that are nearing expiration & permits recently expired.
Researched one (1) records request.
Processed two (2) Special Exception Application Request fees for RaceTrac.
Processed one (1) payment for Site Permit for Cumberland Farms.
Processed one (1) Right-of-Way Permit for Florida City Gas at Fillmore Avenue.
Processed three (3) new contractor’s information packets (Contractor Lic., Liability
Insurance and W/C Insurance) to allow them to pull permits in Cape Canaveral.
Provided customer assistance completing permit applications, as necessary.
Compiled February Month End County Report for Brevard County Property Appraiser’s
Office.
Inactivated 30 Business Tax Receipts (BTR’s).
Made 30 adjustments in Springbrook.
Started preparation to modify/correct business classifications for BTR’s.
Prepared documentation for filing Liens.
Finalized minutes of February 23rd Code Enforcement Board Meeting.
Code Enforcement performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests
from the Public and provided office coverage throughout the week. Highlights:
Received 10 new requests giving life-safety issues priority, followed closely by community
appearance and property maintenance.
Provided front counter coverage and assisted 46 citizens with building/code enforcement
requests.
Conducted 40 site inspections.
Removed 15 signs from right-of-way/telephone poles within the City.
Responded to 12 voicemails regarding complaints/inquiries.
Responded to 19 lien search requests.
Code Enforcement Officers continue to conduct daily community sweeps for visible
violations throughout the City.
Obtained compliance in the field for 15 Code violations.
Issued two (2) door tags for visible violations to be corrected.
Contacted one (1) property owner regarding removal of graffiti from private property.
Planning performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests from the
Public and provided office coverage throughout the week. Highlights:
Records Management – 669 pages of documents scanned/verified; prepared 4.4 cubic feet
records for MCCI scanning; and converted two (2) pdf. files to Laserfiche searchable
documents.
Coordinated March 22, 2017 Planning & Zoning Board Meeting and distributed Agenda
Packets. Agenda includes:
o Quasi-Judicial and/or Public Hearing: Consideration and Recommendation to City
Council Re: Ordinance No. 05-2017, amending the City of Cape Canaveral
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use element by establishing a policy to authorize
the City Council to issue vested rights certificates to projects that exceed the current
maximum residential densities – City of Cape Canaveral - Applicant.
o Quasi-Judicial and/or Public Hearing: Consideration and Recommendation to City
Council Re: Ordinance No. 06-2017, to implement City Comprehensive Future Land
Use Plan Policy LU-1.3.4; providing for an amendment to Chapter 115 of the City
Code to establish a procedure and terms and conditions to grant a vested rights
certificate vesting residential densities for completed condominium, townhouse or
other multi-family/apartment development projects legally existing on January 1,
2016 – City of Cape Canaveral - Applicant.
Met with investors regarding possible cruise parking facility. Reviewed City Code that
allows these facilities as either an accessory use to a hotel or as a component of a Port
of Call development.
In conjunction with the Mayor and Economic Development Director, met with area
hoteliers regarding build-out scenario for owned property in the Astronaut Boulevard
corridor. Discussions included timing of build-out, City approval processes and
infrastructure availability.
Economic Development
Update for Week Ending March 17, 2017
Performed day to day duties/responsibilities, conducted various meetings with business
stakeholders, potential investors, citizens, realtors and Staff. Performed site visits and
conducted research as necessary.
City Hall status:
o Exterior doors and archtops installed.
o Priming and painting of drywall on first floor is nearing completion.
o Drywall installation on 2nd floor is nearing completion.
o Reviewed Plaza Paver submittal.
o Met with Public Works Services Staff regarding upcoming landscaping and
irrigation work.
o Met with City Staff regarding key schedule/security issues. Will meet with door
hardware representative next week.
o Met with two subcontractors regarding interior window treatment products.
o Decorative corbels installation continues under exterior soffits.
Processed a Motion and Still Photography Production Permit for an upcoming
commercial filming project on the beach. Coordinated with representative from
Florida’s Space Coast Office of Tourism.
Worked with Commercial Realtor regarding proposed alternate vehicular access plan
for his commercial facilities in the M1/C2 district.
Along with Council Member McMillin, attended Propeller Club luncheon in Port
Canaveral. Interfaced with Port staff.
Met with two hotelier partners regarding upcoming proposals for additional 150-room
hotels adjacent to the Radisson. Discussed potential stormwater sharing with FDOT.
Culture and Leisure Services
Update for Week Ending March 17, 2017
Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests
from the public.
Director Meetings
City Manager
Administrative/Financial Services Director
Concrete Company Representative
Electrical Contractor
Athletic Leagues - After a long 18 week season, the advanced racquetball championship match
came down to the last set with a new player winning the season. Thursday night intermediate tennis
will complete the season with two very experienced players competing for the championship.
Wednesday night tennis continued regular season play with 3 weeks remaining in the season.
Thursday night coed softball achieved maximum capacity with 7 registered teams. The season is
slated to begin Thursday, March 23. Staff continues to register teams for Monday and Wednesday
night coed kickball. Cost per team is $175 which includes a 10 game regular season and a single
elimination playoff tournament.
Disc Golf – Everyone’s invited to Manatee Sanctuary Park TONIGHT for an evening of Disc
Golf. It should be a great night for this free, family friendly event.
Annual Founders Day Horseshoe Tournament – 10 spots remain available for this year’s
tournament. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a casual player, this is the day to participate in
friendly competition with your neighbors while earning a commemorative t-shirt.
Founders Day – Staff is in the final stages of preparation for this year’s event. To say that it will
be a jammed packed 3 hours of entertainment would be an understatement. There will be activities
for all ages and everyone is invited to attend. All members who volunteer for City Advisory Boards
will be recognized for their service.
Cape Canaveral Public Library – There’s nothing better than cozying up to a good book when
it’s cold outside. The Library has the newest titles available at the best possible price, free! Stop
by and enjoy one of their many great programs.
Public Works Services
Update for Week Ending March 17, 2017
Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests
from the public.
Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)/Sanitary Sewer System
Oxidation Ditch Rehabilitation Project. Contractor is installing underground piping and
valves for oxidation ditch bypass operations to be initiated the first week of April. The
existing oxidation ditch will be shut down for a 3-4 month period to install new equipment
and for cleaning/maintenance. The existing equalization tank will serve as a temporary
oxidation ditch for the 3-4 month period. The upgraded oxidation ditch is then scheduled
to be operational in February 2018. Dewatering Plan approved by St. Johns River Water
Management District. This is one of the projects funded through the City’s State Revolving
Fund (SRF) Loan.
Turbidity barrier in stormwater pond as part of Dewatering Plan - looking southwest.
Stormwater
Shoreline Restoration Project. Currently being publicly bid; sealed bids are due by March
23. Bid specs/engineering drawings on CD are available from the City Clerk’s Office.
Funding for the Project is from a 319 grant from FDEP and the City’s Stormwater Utility.
Draft Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP) Annual Report. Staff prepared and
submitted to Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) this Annual Report
which summarizes the City’s stormwater management activities in 2016.
Save Our Indian River Lagoon (IRL) Project Plan. Staff attended the second meeting
of the Citizen Oversight Committee of the Save Our IRL Project Plan. A detailed agenda
can be found at the following link: http://www.brevardfl.gov/docs/default-source/save-
our-lagoon-documents/march-2017-agenda.pdf?sfvrsn=4
Infrastructure Maintenance (IM)
North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape Project. Installation of solar-powered street lights
will be initiated the week of March 20. Staff is also preparing final Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) documents to close out the Project.
Miscellaneous
Grant Status. Attached.
PWS Project Status Report. Attached.
Current Grant-Funded
Projects Funding Agency Grant Amount Status
Canaveral City Park Project
Florida Department of
Environmental
Protection - EPA
319/State Legislature
$648,642 and
$589,000; Total =
$1,187,262 (plus
additional $50,380)
Construction activities complete; Staff to
monitor system for one year.
New ATV for PWS Surfing's Evolution and
Preservation Foundation $5,000 Funding provided for new ATV for beach
activities.
Canaveral City Park Master
Plan
Florida Department of
Economic Opportunity $12,000
Funding provided to prepare a Master
Plan for Canaveral City Park; project
ongoing.
Pedestrian and Cycling Plan
(Mobility Plan)
Florida Department of
Economic Opportunity $28,000
Funding provided to revise the Draft
Pedestrian and Cycling Plan; project
ongoing.
Shoreline Restoration
Florida Department of
Environmental
Protection - EPA 319
$98,400
Armoring of shoreline at Manatee
Sanctuary and Banana River Parks;
project currently advertised for bids.
Cocoa Palms LID Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY16/17 $2,816 Exfiltration system construction on trailer
park property.
Carver Cove Swale Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY16/17 $2,816 Swale construction on trailer park
property.
Holman Road Baffle Box Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY16/17 $6,248 Upgrade to 2nd generation baffle box.
Center Street Baffle Box Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY16/17 $26,136 Upgrade to 2nd generation baffle box.
International Drive Baffle Box Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY16/17 $38,984 Upgrade to 2nd generation baffle box.
Angel Isles Baffle Box Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY16/17 $11,528 Upgrade to 2nd generation baffle box.
Central Boulevard Baffle Box Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY16/17 $42,328 Upgrade to 2nd generation baffle box.
Cherie Down Park Swale Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY17/18 $2,376 Swale construction at Brevard County
park.
Cape Shores Swales Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY17/18 $2,728 Swale construction on residential
complex.
Justamere Road Swale Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY17/18 $528 Swale construction on trailer park
property.
Hitching Post Berm Brevard County IRL
Funds - FY17/18 $2,376 Berm construction on trailer park
property.
GRANT FUNDING/APPLICATION STATUS
Possible Grant-Funded
Projects Funding Agency Grant Amount
Request Status
Manatee Sanctuary Park
Improvements
Florida Recreation
Development Assistance
Program
$50,000
Funding request to establish a playground
at Manatee Sanctuary Park; grant
application submitted in August 2016.
Electric Auto Charging
Stations
Coastal Partnership
Initiative Grant $28,000
Funding request to install solar-powered
charging stations at Manatee Sanctuary
Park and Banana River Park denied by
CPI.
Major Projects (Design Phase)SRF ProjectConsultantQuote AmountCouncil Mtg DateDrawings/ Bid Specs StatusCity ContactCon-struction Start DateStatusSR A1A Streetscape ProjectFDOT/Kimley HornNA TBD Initiated Todd TBDSpace Coast Transportation Planning Organization (SCTPO) project approval recommendation submitted to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in October 2014. Additional resolution to FDOT approved by City Council in May 2015. Waiting on completion of engineering study and FDOT funding of project.IM Building ReplacementGLE $80k Jun '15 Completed Tim FY17/18Surveying, geotech work and engineering design work completed; project placed on hold.Oak Lane ImprovementsPekar $19k NA Completed Jeff TBDEngineering drawings for roadway corridor improvements complete.Estuary Restoration ProjectPekar $8k TBDPreliminary Tasks InitiatedJeff FY16/17USACOE Project at western end of Long Point Road; currently preparing preliminary documents. Holman Road Sewer Improvements (Phases II/ III)XTetraTech $43k TBD Initiated Jeff/June FY16/17Engineering drawings and bid specs currently being revised; project to be advertised for bids in mid-2017.Shoreline RestorationPekar $18k Apr '17 Completed Jeff/Josh FY16/17Restoration of shoreline at Manatee Sanctuary and Banana River Parks; project currently being advertised for bids.Cocoa Palms LIDPekar TBD Mar '17 Initiated Jeff FY16/17Stormwater improvement project as detailed in City's CIP. Currently in discussions with property owner.Carver Cove SwalePekar TBD Mar '17 Initiated Jeff FY16/17Stormwater improvement project as detailed in City's CIP. Currently in discussions with property owner.MAJOR PWS PROJECTS
Nutrient-Separating Baffle Box UpgradesNA TBD NA Initiated Jeff FY16/17Staff currently determining scope of work to upgrade each baffle box.WWTP Emergency Generator ReplacementNA TBD NA Initiated Ralph FY16/17Staff currently reviewing scope of work and cost estimate.BCSO Emergency Generator ReplacementNA TBD NA Initiated Ralph FY16/17Staff currently reviewing scope of work and cost estimate.New City Hall Emergency Generator Purchase/InstallationNA TBD NA Initiated Ralph FY16/17Staff currently reviewing scope of work and cost estimate.Major Projects (Construction/Re-port Phase)SRF ProjectContractorBid AmountEst. Council Mtg DateConstruc- tion/Study Start DateCity ContactEst. Con-struction/Report End DateStatusNorth Atlantic Avenue StreetscapeGibbs & Register$2.79 MillionOct '15 Feb '16 Jeff FY16/17Construction complete. Additional activities (solar lights, plantings, etc.) to be performed by Staff.Canaveral City Park Ex-filtration ProjectVillages Construction$1.8 MillionJun '16 Aug '16 Jeff FY16/17Construction activities completed; Staff to monitor system for two years.Cape Canaveral Pedestrian and Cycling Plan/Canaveral City Park Master PlanKimley-Horn $40,000 NA Nov '16Jeff/Joshua/GustavoFY16/17Deliverable Nos. 1 and 4 (preliminary surveys) submitted to DEO for review; draft master plans currently in preparation.De-grit System Replacement Ovivo $26,000 Nov '16 Jan '17 June FY16/17Replacement parts currently being manufactured.Oxidation Ditch RedesignXFlorida Design Contractors$2.4 MillionJul '16 Dec '16 Jeff/June FY17/18Specialty equipment ordered/in fabrication; contractor currently installing underground piping and valves.Note: SRF - State Revolving Fund.
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct
Update for Week Ending March 17, 2017
Page 1 of 9
Attached are samplings of the actions taken by Canaveral Deputies during this reporting period.
Patrol Division
Weekly Statistics
March 9 thru March 15, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Calls for Service/Self-Initiated Calls 988
Case Reports Written 62
Case Reports Closed 46
Individuals Arrested 23
Front Desk
Weekly Statistics
March 9 thru March 15, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Phone Calls Answered 87
Walk-ups Assisted 43
Fingerprint Cards Completed 7
Notary Assistance for Citizens 17
Citizen On Patrol
Weekly Statistics
March 9 thru March 15, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Patrol Hours Completed 32
Office/Training/Meeting Hours 0
Miles Driven 220
Total Volunteer Hours 32
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 2 of 9
Date: 3/9/2017 to 3/15/17
17-082872
Theft
Petit Theft
Washington Avenue Beach Access, Cape Canaveral
On today’s date from approximately 1645 hours to 1700 hours, A couple
placed 2 bags down on the beach and walked 1/2 mile down and back. Left
inside one of the bags was a black Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime smart phone
bearing an unknown s/n and valued at approximately $200.00. The phone was
in a lime green case. There are no known suspects or witnesses. This case is
closed and is referred to file pending further investigative leads.,
Deputy/Agent : Deputy Watson
17-082301
Stolen Vehicle
Stolen Vehicle
300 Block Harbor Dr. , Cape Canaveral
Victim advised that last night between the hours of 2100 and 0800 hours a
2013 Chrysler Town and Country van bearing Florida Tag 7937TW, was
stolen from the driveway. The vehicle had a wheelchair ramp installed on the
right side and contained a marriage license and about $40.00. The vehicle has
right rear bumper damage that can be used to identify., Deputy/Agent : Dep
Jenkins
17-082940
AOA
AOA (Recovered Stolen Vehicle)
S.R. 528/ S.R. 401, Cape Canaveral
Dep. Edwards and FTO Behringer responded to the area of S.R. 528 and S.R.
401 to assist FWC in recovering a stolen vehicle from 371 Harbor Drive, Cape
Canaveral. FWC made contact with a male juvenile who was next to the
vehicle after he observed the vehicle travel off of the roadway at a high rate of
speed and stop off the side of the highway next to some local fisherman. The
FWC officer did not see the juvenile behind the wheel, however, he was within
several feet of it and he told the FWC officer that he "can't" put him "behind
the wheel." The vehicles owner, was contacted who subsequently came to the
scene to recover the vehicle. The juvenile was released to a parent. Contact
was made with local fishermen about the incident, however, they advised they
could not see who was driving the vehicle. The vehicle suffered some minor
damage to the front and side. The vehicles keys were unable to be located. A
case report was documented and referred to the Canaveral Precinct's General
Crimes Unit for further investigation., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Edwards
17-082933
Stolen Vehicle
Stolen Vehicle
8330 Ridgewood Av, Cape Canaveral, Cherie Down Park
Sometime between 1600 and 1800 hours, an unknown suspect took the keys
to the victim's vehicle from a beach bag. The victim had gone on a walk and
left the bag sitting on the beach unattended. No suspect information. Case
forwarded to Canaveral GCU. , Deputy/Agent : Dep. Petsos
17-083086
Traffic Crash / Hit
and Run
Careless Driving Leaving Scene of Crash w/Damage
North Atlantic Ave / Harbor Drive, Cape Canaveral
Carlos Merced Jr, White, Male, 8/19/1976
FTO Vaughn responded to the area of North Atlantic Ave and Harbor Drive
in reference to a Hit and Run Traffic Crash. Upon arrival, contact was made
with the driver of the victim vehicle who provided a partial tag for the suspect
vehicle. FTO Vaughn conducted an investigation and identified the vehicle
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Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 3 of 9
and driver that fled the scene. Contact was made with the suspect driver, Mr.
Carlos Merced Jr, W/M, DOB 08/19/1976, at his home in Cocoa. Mr. Merced
Jr gave a complete confession in his involvement with the traffic crash. Mr.
Merced Jr was given a citation for careless driving and a Criminal Citation for
Leaving the Scene of an Accident W/O Providing Information and
W/Damage. Mr. Merced Jr was released with a court date. Long Form Crash
Report Completed. , Deputy/Agent : Deputy Vaughn
17-083870
Beach Patrol
Beach Patrol
8330 Ridgewood Ave., Cape Canaveral
Dep. Ruth conducted an ATV beach patrol from Cherie Down Park to the
Cocoa Beach Pier. No homeless persons or dogs were located on the beach at
this time. Several foot patrols were conducted throughout the shift by Bravo
Squad and no dogs were located on the beach, Deputy/Agent : Deputy Ruth
17-084295
Robbery
Robbery
7900 Block Orange Ave., Cape Canaveral
Deputies responded to the above location in reference to a fight in progress.
Upon arrival, all involved parties had left the area. Later in the night, the
victim contacted BCSO wishing to file a report. The victim stated he was
walking to the park when an unknown male began punching him, and took his
phone and necklace. The victim had minor injuries to the face; however,
declined medical assistance. The victim stated he did not know who the
suspect was; however, his friends provided the name of a possible suspect.
Canaveral GCU Agt. Haas was notified, and will assume the investigation.,
Deputy/Agent : Dep. Lakeman
17-084602
Trespassing
Trespass after Warning
8899 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Michael J. Moore, W/M, 5/11/1975
Dep. Lakeman responded to the above address in reference to a white male
who was sleeping on the side of the business. The male, identified as Mr.
Michael J. Moore, W/M, 05/11/1975, was asked by management several times
to leave the property, but he refused. Mr. Moore also refused commands by
Dep. Lakeman to leave the property. Mr. Moore was placed under arrest for
trespass after warning, and transported to jail without incident., Deputy/Agent
: Dep. Lakeman
17-084605
Traffic Stop
DUI, Refusal to Submit, DWLS as HTO
N. Atlantic Ave. / Gadsen Ave., Cocoa Beach
Craig Brown, B/M, 3/18/1974
Dep. Moore conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a stop sign violation and
an erratic driving pattern. The driver, identified as Mr. Craig Brown, B/M,
3/18/74, handed Dep. Moore a Florida ID card, and admitted to having a
suspended license. Mr. Brown exhibited obvious signs of impairment and was
subsequently arrested for DUI. Mr. Brown refused a breath test. A check of
DAVID revealed Mr. Brown has a prior refusal to submit and is a habitual
traffic offender. Mr. Brown was transported to jail without incident.,
Deputy/Agent : Dep. Moore
17-084471
Traffic Stop
DUI
7700 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 4 of 9
Gary C. Jeffries, W/M, 5/31/1964
FTO Howard conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a stop sign violation.
Upon making contact with the driver, Mr. Gary Jeffries, W/M, 05/31/64, FTO
Howard observed obvious signs of impairment. Mr. Jeffries was subsequently
arrested for DUI, and he refused a breath test. Mr. Jeffries was transported to
jail without incident., Deputy/Agent : FTO Howard
17-084494
Narcotics Arrest
DWLS w/Knowledge, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Cannabis,
Possession of Paraphernalia
7200 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral
Melvin C. Jones, B/M, 2/9/1969
Dep. Habart observed a vehicle fail to obey a traffic control device. Contact
was made with the driver, Mr. Melvin Jones, B/M, 2/9/69. Mr. Jones handed
Dep. Habart an Ohio driver's license which expired in 2013, and stated his
license is suspended. Mr. Jones was arrested for DWLS w/Knowledge. During
a search of Mr. Jones' person incident to arrest, a clear bag containing FTP
cocaine and a clear bag containing FTP marijuana were located inside of his
pocket. Mr. Jones was charged accordingly and transported to jail without
incident., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Habart
17-084528
Narcotics Arrest
Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Paraphernalia
7200 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral
Amelia Lightner, W/F, 1/28/1963, 510, 175
Dep. Habart observed a vehicle fail to obey a traffic control device. The driver
of the vehicle was arrested (CR #2017-00084494). During the investigation,
Dep. Habart observed a glass pipe in plain view inside of the backset
passenger's purse, Ms. Amelia Lightner, W/F, 1/28/63. Additionally, next to
the glass pipe, a hard white substance of FTP cocaine was located inside of a
wadded up dollar bill. Ms. Lightner admitted to possessing the items during a
post Miranda statement. Ms. Lightner was arrested and transported to jail
without incident., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Habart
17-084597
Traffic Stop
DUI
SR 528/SR 401, Cape Canaveral
Viviana Andrea DeFreitas, H/F, 10/27/1988
Cpl. Garrity conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for unlawful speed (61/45).
The driver, identified as Ms. Viviana A. DeFreitas, H/F, 10/27/88, exhibited
obvious signs of intoxication. Ms. DeFreitas was subsequently arrested for
DUI, and she refused a breath test. Ms. DeFreitas was transported to jail
without incident., Deputy/Agent : Cpl. Garrity
17-084709
17-065580
Assist Other
Agency
Assist Other Agency (CBPD)
300 Barlow Ave., Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Beach Police Department requested backup in the 300 block of Barlow
Ave., in reference to a vehicle burglary in progress where two of the suspects
fled upon sight of law enforcement. The third suspect was detained by CBPD
as he was trying to leave in a vehicle. Deputies responded to the area and a
perimeter was established. The two suspects were quickly caught. The vehicle
the third suspect was attempting to leave in was a vehicle that was entered into
FCIC/NCIC as stolen out of West Pct (CR #2017-00065580). Dep. Lakeman
completed the recovery and West GCU Agt. M. Fernez was notified. The
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 5 of 9
suspects remained in the custody of CBPD for the Barlow Avenue burglaries.,
Deputy/Agent : Dep. Lakeman
17-085437
Theft
Molestation of a Coin Operated Machine, Grand Theft
9035 Campground Cir., Cape Canaveral
Dep. Habart responded to Jetty Park regarding a theft of coins from the laundry
machines. At 1730 hrs, four juveniles were seen running from one of the
laundry facilities carrying away a large amount of change. Upon further
investigation, management discovered all the change inside the washer and
dryer machines at both laundry facilities in the park were missing. The owner
was contacted and confirmed the machines had not been emptied in some time.
The total amount of change stolen is estimated to be $1300.00. A search of the
area met with negative findings. Referred to Canaveral GCU for further
investigation., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Habart
17-085622
Traffic Stop
DUI, Resisting w/o Violence
N. Atlantic Ave. / Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Denis Lloyd Mann, W, M, 4/16/1959, 602, 228
Dep. Lakeman conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for an expired tag. The
driver, Mr. Dennis L. Mann, W/M, 4/16/59, exhibited obvious signs of
intoxication. A DUI investigation was conducted, and Mr. Mann was
subsequently arrested. Mr. Mann refused to allow Dep. Lakeman to handcuff
him and resisted by pulling away and twisting his body. Mr. Mann eventually
cooperated and was secured without further incident. Mr. Mann provided a
breath sample with the following results: .149 and .132. Mr. Mann was
transported to jail without incident., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Lakeman
17-085816
Narcotics Arrest
Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Controlled Substance w/o Rx
(Suboxone & Xanax), Possession of Cannabis less than 20 grams, Possession
of Paraphernalia
SR 528 / SR 401, Cape Canaveral
Anthony Giovanni Lopez, W/M, 10/4/1985
Genairo Kyle Lopez, W/M, 5/12/1983
Chelsea Nichole Lopez, W/F, 9/9/1987
Dep. Hannon conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a stop sign violation.
Upon approaching the vehicle, the distinct odor of burnt cannabis was
detected. The occupants were removed and a probable cause search was
conducted. The driver, Mr. Anthony G. Lopez, W/M, 10/4/85, was found to
be in possession of several Suboxone and Xanax pills, as well as a half gram
of FTP meth, and various items of paraphernalia. The back seat passenger, Mr.
Genairo K. Lopez, W/M, 5/12/83, was found to be in possession of several
Xanax pills, 4 grams of FTP meth, and various items of paraphernalia. The
front seat passenger, Ms. Chelsea N. Lopez, W/F, 9/9/87, was found to be in
possession of half smoked FTP marijuana cigarette. Anthony and Genairo
were unable to provide prescriptions for the medications. All three were
arrested and transported to jail without incident., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Hannon
17-085643
Traffic Stop
DUI
N. Atlantic Ave. / Holman Rd., Cape Canaveral
Fernando J. Falero, H/M, 3/13/1988
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 6 of 9
FTO Howard conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a stop sign violation.
Upon making contact with the driver, Mr. Fernando Falero, H/M, 03/13/88,
FTO Howard observed obvious signs of impairment. Mr. Falero was
subsequently arrested for DUI, and he submitted to a breath test with the
following results:.025/.028. Based on the fact the breath test was not consistent
with Mr. Falero's FSE'S, along with Mr. Falero having admitted to smoking
marijuana earlier in the evening, a urine sample was requested. Mr. Falero
provided a urine sample, and was transported to jail without incident.,
Deputy/Agent : FTO Howard
17-085807
Traffic Stop
Possession of Cocaine w/Intent to sell, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of
Cannabis less than 20 grams, Possession of Paraphernalia
8600 Block Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Anthony Flagg Jr., B/M, 3/8/1989
Dep. Habart observed a vehicle fail to obey a traffic control device. A traffic
stop was conducted and contact was made with the sole occupant driver, Mr.
Anthony Flagg, B/M, 3/8/89. Dep. Habart detected the strong odor of fresh
cannabis emitting from the vehicle. During a probable cause search of the
vehicle, a clear plastic bag containing FTP cocaine was located on the driver’s
seat. Additionally, during a search of Mr. Flagg’s person incident to arrest, 11
more individually wrapped baggies of FTP cocaine and approximately 2
grams of FTP marijuana were located inside of his underwear. Mr. Flagg was
transported to the jail without incident., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Habart
17-085895
Suspicious Vehicle
DUI
George King Blvd. / Shorewood Dr., Cape Canaveral
Dylan James Lawless, W/M, 2/5/1996
FTO Howard was stopped in the roadway speaking with a suspicious person
when a vehicle pulled up behind his patrol vehicle. FTO Howard told the
driver to go around his vehicle, but the driver remained in place. FTO Howard
approached the vehicle, made contact with the driver, and noticed obvious
signs of impairment. Mr. Dylan J. Lawless, W/M, 2/5/96, admitted to drinking
two beers on the Victory Casino ship, and also admitted to using cocaine and
MDMA earlier in the night. A DUI investigation was conducted and Mr.
Lawless was subsequently arrested for DUI. FTO Howard suspected Mr.
Lawless' intoxication level was caused by the drugs he admitted to consuming,
so he requested a urine sample. Mr. Lawless provided a urine sample, which
will be sent to FDLE for analysis. Mr. Lawless was transported to jail without
incident., Deputy/Agent : FTO Howard
17-085908
Suspicious Vehicle
On-Site Violation Of Probation
George King Blvd. / Shorewood Dr., Cape Canaveral
Jonathon Patrick Prete, W/M, 5/9/1990
Mr. Jonathon P. Prete, W/M, 5/9/90, was a passenger in Mr. Lawless' vehicle
(CR #2017-00085895). A FCIC/NCIC check revealed Mr. Prete is currently
on felony probation and has a special condition of no alcohol or drugs. Mr.
Prete was intoxicated to excess, and he admitted to consuming alcoholic
beverages and using cocaine earlier in the night. Mr. Prete was placed under
arrest for an on-site violation of his probation. Mr. Prete provided a urine
sample, which will be sent to FDLE for analysis. Mr. Prete was transported to
jail without incident., Deputy/Agent : FTO Howard
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 7 of 9
17-086007
Battery
Battery
9241 Charles M. Rowland Drive, Port Canaveral
Jeffrey Ray Scott, W, M, 6/23/1976, 507, 230
Deputy DiLiberto responded to a battery aboard the Carnival Liberty that
occurred in international waters. Mr. Jeffrey Scott was traveling with and
sharing a room with his female friend. On the early morning hours of March
11, 2017 (0400) Mr. Scott returned to his cabin intoxicated and became
involved in a verbal argument with his friend which escalated into a physical
altercation. The friend had injuries which were consistent with the account of
the incident. Mr. Scott was arrested and charged with battery. He was
transported to jail without incident. , Deputy/Agent : Dep. S. DiLiberto
17-086077
Warrant Arrest
Out of county warrant (Polk County) ref fraud.
9241 Charles M. Rowland Drive, Port Canaveral
Melissa Ellen Collins, W, F, 3/17/1966, 507
Deputy DiLiberto responded to CT-6 in reference to a wanted person. He
located Ms. Melissa Ellen Collins who had an outstanding warrant out of Polk
County reference Fraud. Polk County Authorities verified the warrant and
granted extradition. She was arrested and transported to jail without incident.
, Deputy/Agent : Dep. S. DiLiberto
17-086316
Theft
Petit Theft
6300 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach
Corporal Shields responded to the above address in reference to a theft. The
victim advised they left their scooter outside the store for approximately 30
minutes while at the business. When returning outside, the scooter was gone.
The scooter is described as a spray painted gold Pulse scooter with blue
wheels. The approximate value is $40. A canvass of the area was conducted
with negative results. There were no cameras at the business to record the
theft. This case is suspended pending any further leads and referred to records.
, Deputy/Agent : Cpl. K. Shields
17-086581
DUI
DUI, Possession of a Controlled Substance w/o Rx
Glen Cheek Dr. / Mullet Rd., Cape Canaveral
John K. Engel, W/M, 1/12/195
FTO Howard checked out with a suspicious vehicle. Upon making contact
with the driver, Mr. John Engel, W/M, 01/12/56, FTO Howard observed
obvious signs of impairment. Mr. Engel was subsequently arrested for DUI,
and he submitted to a breath test with the following results:.135/.134. A search
of the vehicle revealed several hydrocodone pills in the center console, for
which Mr. Engel could not provide a prescription. Mr. Engel was transported
to jail without incident., Deputy/Agent : FTO Howard
17-086877
Narcotics Arrest
Possession of Marijuana less than 20 grams, On-Site VOP
8780 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Chase Ray Fultz, W/M, 11/16/1996
Dep. Habart observed a vehicle operating with no tag lights. A traffic stop was
conducted and contact was made with the sole occupant driver, Mr. Chase
Fultz, W/M, 11/16/96. A FCIC/NCIC query revealed Mr. Fultz is on Felony
Probation for possession of marijuana, more than 20 grams. After discovering
that information, Dep. Habart gained Mr. Fultz' consent to search his vehicle.
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 8 of 9
During the search, a FTP marijuana joint, containing approximately 1.5 grams
of marijuana was located inside of his center console, along with multiple
items of paraphernalia. Mr. Fultz was placed under arrest and transported to
jail without incident., Deputy/Agent : Dep. Habart
17-087539
Grand Theft Auto
Grand Theft Auto
400 Block of Harding Avenue , Cape Canaveral
The victim advised the missing vehicle was parked in the gated parking lot at
approximately 1500 hours on Sunday March 12, 2017. The next day the
vehicle was missing. However, the victim is still in possession of the keys.
There are no suspects or witnesses at this time. Case referred to Cape
Canaveral GCU., Deputy/Agent : Deputy Spencer
17-087479
Fraud
Fraud
7200 North Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral, BP gas station
On 03/12/2017 from approximately 1930 hours to 1945 hours, the victim
received a phone call from 863-605-7350 regarding a Western Union System
update. The unknown female caller led the victim through steps to take the
store through the Western Union system. The victim followed her directions
and ended up transferring approximately $1,398.45 to a male individual. The
victim believed that he was being defrauded and immediately contacted his
boss. Western Union then called the store on 03/13/2017 to advise them of a
fraudulent transaction from their Western Union system. This case is pending
and is being referred to Canaveral GCU., Deputy/Agent : Deputy Watson
17-088176
DUI
DUI 2nd Offense
Monroe Avenue (Beach Access), Cape Canaveral.
Adam Lusk, W/M, 3/28/84
W/M, Adam Lusk, 3/28/84; was unresponsive in his vehicle with his keys in
the ignition. After attempting to wake him several times unsuccessfully, and
fearing he was injured or ill, he was vigorously shaken and he finally woke
up. His private area was exposed, and he had the distinct odor of an alcoholic
beverage emanating from his person. Field Sobriety Exercises were refused,
and he was placed under arrest for DUI. He refused a breath test, and Implied
Consent was read. He still refused. He was charged with D.U.I. 2nd Offense;
2nd Refusal to Submit to Breath Alcohol Test; and Violation of Court Ordered
Restriction (BPO). He was transported to BCJC, and turned over to jail
personnel for booking and processing, Deputy/Agent : Stewart
17-088620
Theft
Burglary/ Theft/ VOP
211 Caroline St M2, Cape Canaveral
2 juveniles arrested
2 male juveniles were seen in the area of Canaveral City Park at Monroe Ave
and Orange Ave and matched the description of two males who stole a white
and red bicycle just 40 minutes prior. Contact was made and the two were
positively identified as the individuals in the video. Both were arrested and
transported to JDC. Charges include burglary from occupied dwelling
unarmed, Grand theft >300 <5K, possession of burglary tools with intent to
use and VOP Juvenile on-site. The bicycle was returned to owner. ,
Deputy/Agent : Dep Jenkins
17-089260 DUI Possession of Marijuana <20 grams Possession Drug Paraphernalia
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Page 9 of 9
DUI
Narcotics Arrest
Washington Ave / Magnolia Ave, Cape Canaveral
Christopher James Smith, W/M, 2/26/1969
FTO Vaughn observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign at Ridgewood and
Washington. A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver.
The driver, now identified as Mr. Christopher J. Smith, W/M, DOB
02/26/1969, showed obvious signs of impairment. Mr. Smith initially agreed
to perform FSE's however, during the instruction portion of the walk and turn
he refused to continue. Also, Mr. Smith refused to provide a breath sample.
Additionally, during an inventory of Mr. Smith's vehicle approximately 1.8
grams of FTP marijuana and a glass smoking pipe were located. Mr. Smith
was charged accordingly and transported to BCJ. Bond $1500.00 ,
Deputy/Agent : FTO Vaughn
17-089211
Traffic Crash
Traffic Crash
Sunset Court, Cape Canaveral
Deputies responded to the area of Sunset Court in reference to a possible
vehicle crash. An individual attempted to put their vehicle in park; however,
the vehicle did not go into park and when stepping out of the vehicle, the
individual hit the gas pedal causing the vehicle to drive over them striking a
U.S. Post Office Mailbox. The individual, who suffered minor injuries, was
treated by BCFR on scene. The mail box also suffered minor damage. A Long
Form traffic crash was completed., Deputy/Agent : FTO Behringer / Deputy
Edwards
17-090188
VOP On-Site
GCU Arrest
601 S. Fiske Boulevard, Cocoa, F & T Grocery
Jones, Nevyn Antwone, W/M, 1/29/1999
BCSO was contacted in reference to Cocoa Police Department making contact
with recovered stolen vehicle, 17-087539, that had occupants inside. The
driver, Nevyn Jones, was known to be on probation and therefore was violated
with the new charge of driving without a license. The auto theft investigation
is still ongoing., Deputy/Agent : Agent Fletcher
17-089608
Beach Patrol
Beach Patrol
8330 Ridgewood Ave, Cape Canaveral, Cherie Down Park
Bravo Squad Deputies conducted a foot patrol of Cherie Down Park. Two
B/M's were located sleeping at the beach access. Both males were T54 T29P
and left the area without incident. Patrols of the beach access areas continued
throughout the shift. , Deputy/Agent : Bravo Squad
17-090696
Traffic Arrest
DUI
N. Atlantic Ave. / Harrison Ave., Cape Canaveral
Christopher Mackie, W, M, 6/10/1970
Dep. Moore conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a defective headlight and
expired registration. Contact was made with the driver, Mr. Christopher
Mackie, W/M, 6/10/70, who exhibited obvious signs of impairment. A DUI
investigation was conducted and Mr. Mackie was subsequently arrested. Mr.
Mackie refused a breath test and was transported to jail without incident.,
Deputy/Agent : Dep. Moore
Station #1: 190 Jackson Avenue •Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920 • (321) 783‐4777 • Fax: (321) 783‐5398
Station #2: 8970 Columbia Road •Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920 • (321) 783‐4424 • Fax: (321) 783‐4887
CANAVERAL FIRE RESCUE
Serving the city of Cape Canaveral & Canaveral Port Authority
Update for Week Ending March 17, 2017
1. Weekly meeting with CPA staff and BCSO.
2. Meeting with City Manager.
3. Port Engineering and DRC meeting.
4. Planning meeting with the FD’s IT Company.
5. Marine studies planning meeting with Rockledge High School and the Propeller Club.
6. Conference call with Shell Oil on Future LNG training.
7. Propeller Club meeting.
8. 403b meeting for personnel with FD’s financial planner.
9. Shift personnel Accountability training.
10. Three days of live fire training for Patrick Air Force Base Fire Department.
11. Prevention conducted 17 new, 7 follow up and 4 new construction inspections.
Additionally, they completed 4 new construction plans reviews and 3 public assists.