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Cape Canaveral VISION Statement
Administrative Services
Community Engagement
Community Development
Economic Development
Culture & Leisure Services
Public Works Services
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Canaveral Fire Rescue – No Report
5-16-2017
Cape Canaveral Vision Statement
We envision: A bikeable and walkable Cape Canaveral that retains and enhances its welcoming
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 oceanside and riverside as the main amenities, and supports and promotes local
tourism, culture, recreation, commerce, municipal civic interests and education.
We envision: A City network of “complete streets” 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 as The Space Between. 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: An engaged and compassionate 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, acts progressively but deliberately and actively recruits and supports businesses that enhance economic viability and serve our residents and visitors with
goodwill.
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 July 28, 2017
City Manager’s Office
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.
Executive Assistant (EA) provided assistance to select Department Directors.
EA assisted CCO/Directors with proofing/reviewing/revising of 07-28-17 Weekly Update.
EA received and responded to several Community/Customer Service calls.
EA met with Directors/Staff from the City Clerk’s Office, Community Engagement,
Financial Services and BCSO for additional new employee training/orientation.
City Clerk’s Office
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 – met with Public Works Services Staff to discuss classification of
records; continuing to prepare boxes/drawers of records for disposition and/or offsite
scanning in preparation for move to New City Hall. Records management/public records
policy manual in process of being reviewed/finalized.
Public Records – assisted requester in accessing Land Use/Zoning ordinances through
City’s online public records portal.
Council Meetings – continued preparing/reviewing agenda/items for 08-15-17 (6:00 pm)
Regular Meeting.
Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board – continued preparations for 08-15-17
(5:00 pm) Meeting.
City Election – Official Qualifying Period for two (2) open Council Member seats is
(12:00) Noon, Friday, August 11th to (12:00) Noon, Friday, August 25th. Second notice
scheduled to run 08-03-17. For individuals planning to run, or have been announcing
their intention to do so, it would be prudent to visit the City Clerk’s Office ASAP. As of
07-27-17, four (4) Candidate Packets have been distributed; one (1) has been returned.
For more information please go to http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/election or
www.votebrevard.com.
Continued assisting with orientation/training with Executive Assistant to the City Manager.
Met with City Manager and select Department Directors regarding various items/issues.
The City Hall marquee has been temporarily deactivated due to construction of New City
Hall; anticipated reactivation 08-17-17.
Financial Services
Financial Services Staff performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities and assisted various
telephone/walk-in requests from the Public.
Highlights:
Met with Human Resource Director to discuss organizational changes and future
realignment.
Met with the Community Engagement/Deputy Public Works Director to discuss work
flow/Purchase order processes for the Springbrook Software Program.
Human Resources/Risk Management
Human Resources/Risk Management Staff performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities and assisted
various telephone/walk-in requests from the public. Highlights:
Florida Employment Rates
The Florida Department of Economic
Opportunity released disappointing monthly
jobless figures for the state. The unemployment
rate in June came in at 4.3 percent, up from the
May figure of 4 percent before seasonal
adjustments. The June numbers are a reversal of
positive unemployment figures that had been
trending for months. Gov. Rick Scott focused on the Jacksonville-area unemployment rate that, while
increasing for the month, came in lower than the June 2016 jobless rate of 5 percent.
Capitol Hill Healthcare Update
While Senate Republicans voted to “open debate” on healthcare, the strategy and actual content of the
multiple bills expected to be put forth remains unclear. Best guess is Majority Leader McConnell will
be presenting multiple bills, some old and some new in hopes of getting enough votes to pass
“something”. President Trump has indicated that he expects a “win” and will sign any bill that comes
to his desk.
Thus far the Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA) which included the Ted Cruz amendment granting
insurance companies permission to offer minimal coverage low priced policies was the first bill to be
defeated with only 43 Republican “YES” votes. Passage required 60 votes because the Senate rushed
the vote before the Congressional Budget Office “scored” the economic ramification of the bill to the
budget. We can assume the Senate was “going through the motions” as it was well known 60 “Yes”
votes weren’t there.
Senate Majority Leader McConnell later put forth an ACA “repeal only” bill approved by both houses
in 2015, but vetoed by President Obama. This bill also failed 45/55 with little enthusiasm for a repeal
only bill which, if it had passed, was estimated to take health benefits away from 32 million Americans.
Driven to pass “something”, the “skinny repeal” option to remove some provisions contained within
the ACA, was dramatically defeated late Thursday night. No further plan to repeal the ACA appears
to exist at this time. Senator John McCain has passionately called for a return to bi-partisan cooperation
where both parties work together to arrive at a lasting solution to the healthcare challenges facing
Americans.
Job Vacancy Update
The City is currently seeking a PT Recreation Leader to provide
oversite of the Youth Center for on average ten hours per week.
FEMA - HR/Risk Management continued to
provide documentation and follow-up to the
FEMA assigned Project Manager. While Public
Assistance Grant Manager with the Florida
Division of Emergency Management has
indicated City claims funds are now available pending a request that we “upload” once again, a
comprehensive collection of documents. Risk Management is seeking confirmation from the
FEMA Project Manager that our project underwriting has been completed before “signing off” on
the City’s reimbursement payout.
HEAT WARNINGS - While July
is almost over, August promises to
be one of the hottest on record.
Please exercise great caution and
take Heat Warnings seriously.
Congratulations to Casey Bosse, Environmental
Analyst assigned to the Public Works Services
Department and her husband Christian on the arrival
of their new son, Rowan G. Bosse, last weekend.
Mom and baby are doing great.
Congratulations to first time Papa John DeLeo, who
finally got to welcome Wyatt Joseph DeLeo into the
family. Everyone is home and doing well.
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S !
Community Engagement
Update for Week Ending July 28, 2017
Community Engagement is primarily responsible for implementation/evaluation of public
programs, community meetings, public gatherings and more. Staff attended various meetings,
performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, website maintenance/improvements and performed
content sourcing throughout the City for various digital/social media platforms.
Highlights:
Community engagement with residents regarding NIXLE, IRS scam, Tech Talk,
Community Garden, North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape planters/banners and upcoming
City projects.
Meetings throughout the week with Staff from multiple departments regarding:
o Emergency Management
o Community Garden
o Little Free Library
o Space Coast TDC
Emergency Management Coordinators' Meeting
Staff attended the Emergency Management Coordinators Meeting held at the Brevard County EOC
on Thursday, July 18, 2017. The quarterly Emergency Management Coordinators Meeting covered
Hurricane Matthew lessons learned; included a briefing by a representative from the National
Weather Service; covered successes and lessons learned from the 2017 Hurricane Drills, and
provided updates on Emergency Management program initiatives. Brevard County is stressing that
all residents make a plan BEFORE a major storm event occurs. For more information, please visit:
http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/hurricane.
Public Information Network (PIN) Meeting
Staff attended the PIN meeting held at the Brevard County EOC on Friday, July 21, 2017. We
were given a presentation titled “Lessons Learned on Hurricane Matthew” and received an
introduction to the Florida Public Relations Association. The purpose of the PIN group/meetings
is to ENSURE that all Brevard County PIO/PR staffers share the SAME/CORRECT
messages/information before/during/after a major storm event. For more information, please visit
http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/hurricane.
FDEM, FDEP, FEMA, and FWC – Hurricane Matthew Visit
Staff attended the Brevard County EOC meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, that hosted the Florida
Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection (FDEP) and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
representatives to discuss the Hurricane Matthew recovery process. Representatives from FEMA
were also there to discuss the reimbursement process and lessons learned.
Habitat for Humanity
Staff met with representatives from the Brevard
Habitat for Humanity office to discuss a partnership
with Cape Canaveral. Staff will explore ways for the
City to get involved with the organization.
Brevard County Sheriff's Office Issues IRS SCAM ALERT / NIXLE
Staff from multiple departments worked with the BCSO to alert residents to IRS scam hitting the
area. Staff used NIXLE, social media and the City website to disseminate the information.
“Individuals impersonating Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employees are making
unsolicited threatening telephone calls to taxpayers. The perpetrators demand
that the victims send money via pre-paid cards, money orders or wire transfers.
Please see the attached flier to learn more and find out what to do if you receive
one of these fraudulent calls.”
To sign-up for NIXLE (you really should…) please visit:
cityofcapecanaveral.org/NIXLE.
Space Coast TPO
The City received a shout-out in the July 26, 2017 SCTPO En Route News e-Newlestter! For more
information about being active in the MOST FIT CITY 2017! / Cape Canaveral, please visit
http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/getactive.
Current City TPO/FDOT Projects
Staff is working with the TPO/FDOT on two (2) projects:
International Dr. Realignment
o Feasibility study has been completed.
o Funding for the engineered design work has been approved for fiscal year 2018.
o Right of way acquisition is being considered.
International Dr. Realignment Concept
International Dr. Realignment Concept
Upgrade Traffic Signals and Mast Arms
o SR A1A/Astronaut Blvd. from McKinley/Holman to Atlantic Ave.
o Work is slated to take place Summer 2018.
City of Stars Concept
Staff is exploring a public art project using precast concrete stars. The stars would be painted by
local artists, volunteers/residents and lots of children before being installed throughout the entire
City. Similar “themed public art” projects exist in many Cities throughout the World.
Tech Talk
Staff is working with a HOA to hold a Tech Talk in their pool house. The HOA contacted Staff
about holding a tech class for their residents. If the meeting goes well, Staff will explore more site
specific Tech Talk classes in the future.
WFTV9 - #SaveTheTurtles
Staff from multiple departments worked together to successfully land a sea turtle story/interview
on WFTV 9. Racquel Asa contacted several staff members on Friday, July 21, 2017 about the
#SaveTheTurtle social media posts. Staff has been posting about lost turtles that are being reported
on the disorientation reports from the FWC/County. Racquel met Chris Robinson, Code
Enforcement Officer, at the Jefferson Avenue beach to discuss lights out, show a turtle nest and
showcase our natural/gorgeous beach. Racquel streamed a Facebook Live broadcast and continued
to talk about turtles on the 4pm news show. Thank you WFTV9 for spreading the word!
NIXLE
The City changed to a new notification system (NIXLE). You will need to (re)register your phone
number and/or email address. See instructions below. You may choose Emergency-only
notifications alone, but the City is excited to announce expanded phone-notification services!
The City has been reaching the Community with emergency notifications (robo-calls & emails)
since 2011. Now, we can also send brief Non-Emergency notifications of choice straight to your
text-enabled mobile phone/smartphone! You can start and stop the service anytime you like. Best
of all – it’s free!
Choose from:
HERE’S HOW TO REGISTER:
• Emergency-only notifications:
o Text enabled cell phone: Text “32920” to 888777.
o Landline: Go to https://local.nixle.com/register and fill-out the on-line form.
o Email: Go to https://local.nixle.com/register and fill-out the on-line form.
• Non-Emergency notifications:
o From your text-enabled phone, send a text message with the Keyword(s) you
are interested in to 888777. (See Keyword table above.) You will receive a
confirmation via text. Text “stop” at any time to cancel.
That’s it! If you have questions, please call (321) 868-1220 x 330 or (321) 243-8750.
More information is available at http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/NIXLE.
*NOTICE* Standard text messaging rates may apply based on the subscriber’s plan with their
mobile phone carrier.
Recent Posts:
Facebook – cityofcapecanaveral, 4,164 page likes, +41 page likes
Instagram – cityofcapecanaveral, 759 followers, +7 followers
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Recent Tweets:
Recent Social Media Buzz
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Snapchat – capecanaveralfl, 239-point score
MailChimp – 316 subscribers
Community Development
Update for Week Ending July 28, 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.
Building Division
The Building Division conducted 89 inspections; provided as needed inspections for City Hall to
include one (1) pre-pour for walkways; processed 27 new building permit applications; 28 permits
picked up/payments processed; processed 218 renewal (or new) Business Tax Receipts Alarm
and/or Fire notices/payments.
Attended Florida Community Rating System users group meeting.
Assisted 17 walk-in customers regarding miscellaneous items.
Responded to 88 emails, faxes and/or calls requesting permit, zoning and/or BTR
information and one (1) voicemail.
Contacted two (2) contractor’s regarding scheduling final inspection for building permit
that is nearing expiration or permit recently expired.
Processed one (1) payment for Community Appearance Application review fee for Port
Hospitality Group.
Processed one (1) payment for re-inspection fees.
Contacted two (2) contractor’s regarding scheduling final inspections for building permits
that are nearing expiration & permits recently expired.
Processed one (1) new contractor’s information packet (Contractor Lic., Liability
Insurance and W/C Insurance) to allow them to pull permits in Cape Canaveral.
Scanned/verified 210 pages of building documents.
Processed one (1) payment for re-inspection or expired permit fees.
Performed one (1) Notary service.
Assisted 10 walk-in customers regarding miscellaneous items.
Provided 23 inspection results for permits.
Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests
from the Public and provided office coverage throughout the week.
Highlights:
Received seven (7) new requests giving life-safety issues priority, followed closely by
community appearance and property maintenance.
Provided front counter coverage and assisted 15 citizens with building/code enforcement
requests.
Conducted 27 site inspections.
Removed three (3) signs from right-of-way/telephone poles within the City.
Responded to 24 voicemails regarding complaints/inquiries.
Responded to 16 lien search requests.
Code Enforcement Officers continue to conduct daily community sweeps for visible
violations throughout the City.
Posted two (2) Stop Work Orders.
Issued four (4) door tag for visible violations to be corrected.
Posted four (4) abandoned vehicles to be towed.
Planning
Planning performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests from the
Public and provided office coverage throughout the week.
Highlights:
Records Management – 53 pages of documents scanned/verified; one (1) pdf file converted
to Laserfiche searchable document and 0.8 cubic feet MCCI documents verified and
categorized in Laserfiche.
Conducted July 26th Planning and Zoning Board meeting at which the Board recommended
approval of the proposed Site Plan for the RaceTrac petroleum project located at 8899
Astronaut Boulevard. The project includes the demolition of the existing improvements and
the construction of a 5,411 square foot, retail convenience store that includes ten fueling
islands (20 fueling pumps) under a detached canopy. An outdoor seating area is proposed
adjacent to the north side of the building. Customer parking is located north and southeast
of the building. Access to the site is provided by two cuts on Astronaut Boulevard. In
addition, the site has been designed to accommodate future connections with the properties
to the north and south by way of a frontage driveway.
Prepared/distributed Agenda Packets for the August 2, 2017 Planning and Zoning Board
Meeting, to include: request for Concept Planned Development Approval for a mixed-use
project consisting of a single 5-story structure containing 7,500 square feet of retail on the
1st floor and 31 apartment units; 26 apartment units are proposed on floors 2-5. In addition,
there are 5 “live/work” units proposed that will have living facilities on the 2nd floor with
direct access to the work portion of the unit on the 1st floor. The proposed project is located
on the east side of N. Atlantic Avenue, north of Church Lane.
Participated in final site inspection for the Twistee-Treat project located at 8200 Astronaut
Boulevard. Upon completion of several “punch-list” items, the store will open.
Participated in updating the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency webpage to ensure
consistency with Florida Statute requirements.
In conjunction with Leisure Services Department, met with representatives of Florida Beer
regarding proposed recurring outdoor events and how best to facilitate City permit
requirements.
Continued collection of documentation pertaining to Non-Conforming Condominiums.
Economic Development
Update for Week Ending July 28, 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 Much of the site sidewalks and curbing concrete has been poured. More to follow next
week.
o Site excavation work continues with the installation of the water line. Additional utility
lines to follow.
o Site Engineer is working with appropriate utilities personnel regarding a sewer
line/storm line conflict. A north-south main sewer line near SR A1A exists at an
underground elevation where a new east-west stormwater line needs to cross to connect
to the A1A stormwater drainage system.
o Site electrical conduits and irrigation lines are scheduled for next week. Irrigation chase
pipes have been installed.
o Corridor and office lighting connections continue. Energy-saving occupancy sensors
are installed to automatically turn lighting on and off.
o Lobby detail trim work is underway.
o City Council Chamber Dais has been delivered.
o Excavation/trenching is underway for the civic plaza’s seat wall. This work begins at
the southern end of the old City Hall site and extends to and the front door of the new
City Hall. The area will encompass the Space Shuttle replica, the City marquee sign,
new flagpoles, benches, planters and other amenities. The entire area will be brick-
pavers and feature a large compass rose.
o Stabilizing base materials are being spread throughout the north parking lot area.
Met with City Manager, Community Development
Director, Community Engagement Director,
Culture & Leisure Services Director and Financial
Services Director to review the Tourism
Development Council’s (TDC) new proposal
regarding paid parking at County-owned beachfront parks facilities. The TDC proposes a
uniform rate structure throughout. Cape Canaveral has long expressed interest in
owning/operating Cherie Down Park, the only County-owned Park located in the City of
Cape Canaveral. Staff is currently in negotiations with the County regarding ownership of
the park and paid parking. With an annual pass for City residents, parking revenues would
be derived largely from non-residents. The goal is a self-sustaining operations &
maintenance revenue stream for our park properties funded by beach tourism.
Spoke with TDC Director regarding the status of support of three Capital projects:
o Cherie Down Park (upon City-ownership/control) - the creation of a branded
beachfront facility that will become a welcoming, family-centric destination point for
residents and tourists alike. Supporting local culture, commerce and education, the
amenities envisioned for this property include interactive elements that focus on art,
environmental education and local history, as well as a small concession area offering
goods and services relevant to the location.
o CAPE Center – Will be a repurposing of the old City Hall building as an accredited
institution of Cultural Enrichment, with a focus on Public Engagement in all aspects of
the Arts as well as the Promotion and Preservation of Cape Canaveral history.
o Multi-Generational Center – Will be located at Canaveral City Park. The facility will
feature an indoor basketball/volleyball court, fitness area, youth/teen area,
banquet/gathering area, and an indoor walking path. The facility would be utilized by
all demographics and would serve as the host site for the City’s Youth Center, summer
camp program, PAL program, youth basketball program and will be the only
public/private indoor fitness facility open to the general public. The Director indicates
there will be Staff support of these projects.
Attended phone conference with City Attorney’s Office, Community Development
Director and Building Official, regarding the City’s foreclosure proceedings at 7521
Magnolia Ave. Staff is scheduled to attend a Continuance Hearing in Orlando in August.
Community Development Director and Community Engagement Director, met with City
Clerk’s Office to update the City’s website with current/new Community Redevelopment
Agency (CRA) standards.
Culture & Leisure Services
Update for Week Ending July 28, 2017
Staff performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests
from the public.
Director Meetings
City Manager
Culture & Leisure Services Advisory Board
Financial/Administrative Services Director
Economic Development Director
Playground Manufacturer Representative
Florida Beer Company Representative
2017 Brevard Cultural Alliance Summit
This Tuesday, the City’s Cultural Programs Manager attended the 2nd annual Brevard Cultural
Alliance Summit held at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Attendees were invited to
take part in three professional skill-building seminars that focused on audience engagement,
community outreach and STEAM trends in arts education. The Summit attracted artists, musicians,
writers, arts administrators and art educators from all over Brevard, as well as some from Orange
and Marion counties. Participants networked with one another and took part in discussions with
Staff from the Brevard Cultural Alliance and the National Arts Advocacy Group, Americans for
the Arts. Speakers at this conference included Representative Thad Altman, the Chief Operating
Officer for the KSC Visitor Complex, Therrin Protze and Savanah College of Art and Design
President/Founder Paula Wallace. This local learning opportunity is just one example of the
amazing services that Brevard Cultural Alliance provide to the arts professionals in our
community.
Economic Study Reveals How Cultural Tourism Fuels Brevard’s Economy
The local non-profit arts organization, Brevard Cultural Alliance (BCA), has released the findings
of its 2017 Economic Contribution of Arts & Culture to the Space Coast study. With tourism being
such a substantial component of our local economy, it is important to know what appeals to our
guests beyond warm weather and beautiful beaches. It is no secret that local arts and cultural
institutions attract visitors by hosting events, exhibitions and offering special programs. To
measure the impact these organizations have on our bottom line, the Brevard Cultural Alliance
conducts this study in conjunction with the Americans for the Arts’ Nationwide Arts & Economic
Prosperity Study. Their most recent findings, released this week, reveals some staggering numbers.
According to the BCA, event related spending by arts and cultural audiences in Central Florida
exceeds $200 million dollars annually, not including admission costs. In Brevard County
specifically, their study reports that residents spend an average of $23 per person to attend a
cultural event and attendees visiting from other areas spent $51 per person. Once again, this does
not include the money they spend to enter the event. This is the money spent within the surrounding
community on lodging, transportation, souvenirs, meals and drinks. The direct, indirect and
induced financial impact that arts have on our county accounts for $128 million in total sales, adds
$71.3 million to our gross domestic product and supports more than 1,464 local jobs (2017
Economic Contribution of Arts & Culture to the Space Coast). These numbers are too big to be
ignored. Pair this with all the other positive impacts the arts have to offer and you have a self-
sustaining catalyst for improving the local economy and the quality of life for your residents. To
read their full report or find out more about what the Brevard Cultural Alliance has to offer, visit
www.artsbrevard.org.
Summer Camp
Monday morning campers played a new style of tag called “tunnel tag” at Sandpiper Park. In the
afternoon they headed to the bowling alley for the last round of bowling for the summer. Some
campers reached triple digits with their scores and were jumping with excitement. Tuesday’s
weekly movie theater trip had the kids super thrilled to see Alvin and The Chipmunks Road
Chip. This adventurous movie was filled with comedy and tunes enjoyed by all. Wednesday,
campers enjoyed the weekly walk to the Cape Canaveral Library for a karate demonstration
performed by The Cocoa Beach Karate School. Thursday morning, the kids participated in a
scavenger hunt throughout the Youth Center and Sandpiper Park. Camp counselors prepared a list
of defining items and clues for teams to figure out. Thursday afternoon was enjoyed at the Cocoa
Beach Aquatic Center. Camp ended the week with free time, gaga ball and dodgeball, before
heading to the library for a lesson & craft about Asia. The ultimate award, “Camper of the Week”
was awarded Friday afternoon to the camper who demonstrated exceptional skills in the areas of
exceptional behavior and leadership throughout the week. This is the most prestigious award given
to only one camper each week and is definitely an award that all campers work for as their personal
goal.
Athletic Leagues
The new Tuesday night Beginner/Intermediate Racquetball League started this week with a full
roster of 8 players; everyone had a great time getting some exercise and meeting new people.
Wednesday Advanced Racquetball League also began a new season this week with very
competitive matches. Wednesday Intermediate Tennis is doing Makeups and will begin playoffs
in two weeks. Thursday Intermediate Tennis will see its final match of the season which should
be a close and exciting game. After two weeks of rainouts, playoffs for Wednesday Night Kickball
took place. Both GTR and Graham’s Smokehouse Smokers had byes for being the first and second
ranked teams in the league. Unfortunately, Alron Destruction had to forfeit due to not having
enough players, automatically advancing WS to the next round. Beachside Bombers won a close
game against the Megalodons, 7-4, advancing them to the semifinal tournament next week. Two
games will be played by the remaining 4 teams next week to decide who will play in the
championship to be held that night at 8:15 pm. Staff will once again be broadcasting the games
live on social media for the World to enjoy, don’t miss it.
Manatee Sanctuary Park Trail Demarcation
Per request from park users, staff clearly defined that pedestrians are to have the right of way while
enjoying the pedway. Attendance at Manatee Sanctuary Park continues to grow as more residents
and visitors discover this wonderful facility.
2017 Back to School Jamboree
The supplies have been purchased for this wonderful event. If your child attends Cape View
Elementary, make sure you’re there in the morning to receive your free backpack filled with school
supplies. On behalf of the City and all its residents, we also want to send a huge
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Keane and her staff for transforming Cape View Elementary
from a grade C school to an A! Go Cape View Team!
Public Works Services
Update for Week Ending July 28, 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. Bypass operations of the oxidation ditch
continue. The anoxic basin serves as a temporary oxidation ditch for the next several
months. Current focus continues to be on the installation of underground piping from the
oxidation ditch to the anoxic basin. The main roadway to the Maintenance Building is now
closed; roadway to the west around the Reject Water Tank is open. Construction
completion date: May 2018. Current project construction completion: 56%.
Underground pipe installation adjacent to oxidation ditch – looking east.
Stand-by generator being installed adjacent to Motor Control Building – looking east.
State Revolving Fund (SRF) Seminar. Staff attended this group discussion with a
consultant for Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). The purpose of
the seminar was to solicit ideas from local governments for improving the SRF Loan
Program. Minutes from the discussion, with participant recommendations, will be issued
in the next few weeks.
Main Generator Replacement. The City’s contractor will begin replacing the main
generator at the WWTP the week of July 31. A stand-by generator will be in-place during
the installation activities. This is a budgeted item for FY2016-2017. Work should be
completed in two weeks.
De-Grit System Replacement. The City’s contractor initiated replacement of the de-grit
system at the WWTP – a budgeted item for FY2016-2017. The purpose of the system is to
remove sand, silt and grit from the wastewater stream prior to entering the main treatment
portion of the WWTP. Grit and other solid materials can clog treatment systems, reduce
plant efficiencies and cause abrasion damage/wear that lead to increased cleaning,
maintenance and repair. Work should be completed in two weeks.
WWTP de-grit system currently being replaced - looking south.
Stormwater
Annual Stormwater Report and Notice of Intent (NOI). Staff submitted the following
stormwater permit-related documents to FDEP:
o Annual Report for the period February 1, 2016 through January 31, 2017; and
o NOI with changes for Cycle 4 (next five years).
Inlet Replacements. The City’s contractor replaced five inlets with Type “C” inlets in the
Presidential Streets area at the following locations:
o NW and NE corner of Madison/Orange Avenues
o SW corner of Jefferson/Orange Avenues
o 404 and 411 Madison Avenue
This is part of the City’s long-term program to replace older stormwater inlets with Type
“C” inlets which trap vegetation and debris prior to entering the City’s stormwater system.
French Drain Installation. The City’s contractor installed a French drain in the paved
section of Aurora Court to limit the amount of stormwater which flows onto adjacent
properties.
Infrastructure Maintenance (IM)
Tree Trimming. IM Staff continues to conduct extensive tree trimming throughout the
City at the request of Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Department.
New City Hall. Staff met with the General Contractor onsite to discuss the project timeline
for the irrigation system to be installed by IM Staff.
North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape. The following improvements are scheduled for the
North Atlantic Avenue corridor for completion in July/August:
o Solar lights (12) for the southern portion of the corridor will be installed by a City
contractor
o Additional decorative banners will be placed on selected solar light poles
o Colorful planters will be placed at selected locations along the corridor
New planters along western side of North Atlantic Avenue –
looking southwest.
Utilities Maintenance (UM)
Crane Truck. UM Staff conducted preventative maintenance/crane truck training on
several lift stations.
Miscellaneous
City of Cocoa Water Rates. Staff attended the quarterly Utilities Advisory Board meeting
in Cocoa on July 26. The main topic of discussion was proposed water rates for the next
five years. To determine appropriate rates, the City of Cocoa conducted a Utility Revenue
Sufficiency Analysis (Study). It was anticipated that a 5% increase in revenues would be
needed each of the next five years to fund all of the operating and capital requirements
while maintaining adequate debt service coverage. However, the Study concluded that a
4% increase in each of the next five years would adequately cover such costs. Therefore,
the recommendation to the Cocoa City Council will be to increase water rates only 4% in
each of the next five years beginning October 1, 2017.
(Note: The national average for sewer rate increases over the past five years is 5.0%; the
national average over the past 10 years is 5.6%.)
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct
Update for Week Ending July 28, 2017
Page 1 of 4
Attached are samplings of the actions taken by Canaveral Deputies during this reporting period.
Patrol Division
Weekly Statistics
July 20 thru 26, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Calls for Service/Self-Initiated Calls 987
Case Reports Written 28
Case Reports Closed 21
Arrests Made 10
Front Desk
Weekly Statistics
July 20 thru 26, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Phone Calls Answered 101
Walk-ups Assisted 38
Fingerprint Cards Completed 4
Notary Assistance for Citizens 2
Citizen On Patrol
Weekly Statistics
July 20 thru 26, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Patrol Hours Completed 32
Office/Training/Meeting Hours 1
Miles Driven 380
Total Volunteer Hours 33
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
7/20/2017 thru 7/26/2017
17-248067
Burglary/Grand
Theft
Burglary/Grand Theft
404 Imperial Boulevard, Cape Canaveral, AAAA Storage
Deputy Ruth responded to the above address in reference to a theft of a boat motor. Case
forwarded to GCU for further investigation. Deputy/Agent: Deputy J. Ruth (B-Squad)
17-248106
Beach Patrol
Beach Patrols
Washington Beach Access, Cape Canaveral
Bravo Squad patrolled various beach access areas throughout the shift. No homeless
persons or suspicious incidents observed. Deputy/Agent: Sgt. Gregory Smith (B-Squad)
17-248512
Narcotics Arrest
Possession of Marijuana less than 20 grams, Possession of Paraphernalia
200 Block Jackson Ave., Cape Canaveral
Tamer Elsakka, B/M, 8/25/1973
Pursuant to a traffic stop, Mr. Tamer Elsakka, B/M, 8/25/73, was found to be in possession
of marijuana and multiple items of paraphernalia. He was issued a NTA and released from
the scene on his own recognizance. Deputy/Agent: Dep. Habart
17-248569
Disturbance
Disorderly Intox, Resisting w/Violence
116 Jackson Ave., Cape Canaveral, Dotty's Bar
Thomas Matthews, W/M, 1/21/1947
Deputies responded to Dotty's Bar in reference to a disturbance. Mr. Thomas Matthews,
W/M, 1/21/47, was subsequently placed under arrest for Disorderly Intoxication and
Resisting with Violence. Deputy/Agent: Dep. Hannon
17-000000
Beach Patrol
Beach Patrol
Cape Canaveral Beaches, Cape Canaveral
FTO Howard and Dep. Habart conducted patrols of the Cape Canaveral beaches. No
homeless persons or suspicious incidents observed. Deputy/Agent: FTO Howard / Dep.
Habart
17-215721
Information
Stolen Tag (Recovered)
111 Polk Ave, Cape Canaveral
FL Tag 4380QD and Decal 14199449 were recovered. The items were removed from
FCIC/NCIC by ID# 651. The victim had already received a replacement tag and decal. The
recovered tag and decal were turned in to the DMV. Deputy/Agent: Erik Botsford
17-244425
***Case Update***
Petit Theft
Capias Request - Petit Theft
101 Justamere Rd, Cape Canaveral
On July 17, a bicycle was stolen from outside of the fence at 101 Justamere Rd. A witness
observed a male walking north on North Atlantic with the bicycle. The male described by the
witness was the same male from previous suspicious person’s encounters with BCSO in
Canaveral on July 16. The male was identified and a Capias Request submitted to SAO. It
should be noted that the suspect also has an active VOP warrant from Volusia County.
Deputy/Agent: Haas
17-250170
Resisting
Battery LEO, Resisting with Violence, Disorderly Conduct
104 Cleveland Av, Cape Canaveral, Lido's
Alatutui Solomona Sene, W/M, 04/12/1993
Deputies were conducting a business patrol of Lido's when it was noticed that the bouncer
was in a verbal altercation with Mr. Alatutui Solomon Sene, W/M, 4/12/93. Mr. Sene was
asked to leave the premises and refused by yelling at the deputies and disobeying lawful
orders. The bouncer and Mr. Morales entered into a physical fight. Deputies broke up the
fight and while taking Mr. Solomon into custody, the suspect punched a deputy in the head
and refused to let the deputies remove his arms from under him. He was ultimately arrested
and transported to the Brevard County Jail. Deputy/Agent: Dep. Petsos
17-249994
Resisting
Disturbance, Resisting w/o Violence
6850 N Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral
Kejal Patel, W/M, 12/22/1988
While investigating a verbal disturbance Mr. Kejal Patel (arrestee) refused to obey Lt. Green
and Deputy Vaughn's lawful commands. Mr. Patel took a bladed stance and became
confrontational before attempting to flee. Mr. Patel was arrested and charged with Resisting
an Officer without Violence. Transported to BCJ, Bond $500.00. Deputy/Agent: Deputy
Vaughn, Lt. Green
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
17-250170 Resisting Without Violence
Resisting 104 Cleveland Ave, Cape Canaveral, Lidos Cabaret
Corteney Figgs, B/F, 4/30/1991
Ms. Figgs was outside of Lidos Cabaret, and being disruptive. She was asked to vacate the
premises numerous times by security but failed to do so. She was then asked to leave
multiple times by Deputy Petsos, however, Ms. Figgs refused. Subsequently, Ms. Figgs was
arrested for resisting without violence. Deputy/Agent: A.Pena
17-226280
17-226805;17-
227765
***UPDATE***
Burglary
Armed Burglary Conveyance, Burglary Conveyance (3 Counts), Grand Theft, Petit Theft (3
Counts)
Shorewood Drive, Cape Canaveral
The third juvenile suspect returned from Texas and wished to speak with me regarding
numerous vehicle burglaries. The juvenile confirmed he was with the other two juvenile
suspects on July 03, 2017, and did commit numerous vehicle burglaries, including one in
which ammunition and numerous knives were taken. The juvenile was arrested and was
transported to the jail for prints/photos and he was taken to JDC for intake. Deputy/Agent:
Agent D. Genova
17-252173
Traffic Arrest
Traffic Arrest - DWLS
George King / North Atlantic, Cape Canaveral
Demetric A. Swinton, B/M, 5/19/1986
Mr. Swinton was observed committing a traffic violation at George King and N. Atlantic was
DWLS w/ Knowledge. Arrested and transported to BCJC. Deputy/Agent: Sgt. Helms
17-252383
Retail theft
Retail Theft
8000 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Cumberland Farms
Deputies responded to Cumberland Farms in reference to a retail theft. The clerk advised
an unknown W/M and W/F in their twenties removed two frozen packs of hot pockets from
the freezer. Both suspects passed all points of sale with the merchandise and fled on
bicycles. Deputy Aleprete is waiting on management to provide surveillance video on the
incident. Deputy/Agent: J. Aleprete
17-252925
Beach Patrol
Beach Patrol
Ridgewood Ave & Washington Ave, Cape Canaveral
Deputy Soto and Sgt. Smith conducted ATV patrol on the beach. No homeless subjects or
dogs were observed. Deputy/Agent: Deputy A. Soto (B-Squad)
17-254045
Traffic Arrest
DUI and Refusal to Submit
104 Cleveland Avenue, Cocoa Beach, Lido's
Billy Brooks, B/M, 4/17/1961
Contact was made with Mr. Billy Brooks, who was placed under arrest for DUI and refusal to
submit. He was transported to jail. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Hannon
17-254135
Beach Patrol
Beach Patrol
Ridgewood Avenue @ Harding Avenue, Cape Canaveral
An ATV patrol of the beach was conducted. No homeless subjects or dogs were observed.
Deputy/Agent: FTO Howard and Deputy Lakeman
17-255438
Patrol Area
Beach Patrol
Harding Avenue @ Ridgewood Avenue, Cape Canaveral
An ATV patrol of the beach was conducted. No homeless subjects or dogs were observed.
Deputy/Agent: FTO Howard and Deputy Lakeman
17-255643
Fraud
Identity theft
East Central Blvd., Cape Canaveral
P.S.A McNeal made contact with victim who advised that an unknown person(s) contacted
him via phone on numerous occasions and told him to purchase ITunes gift cards totaling
$600. There aren't any known suspect(s) at this time, this case will be forwarded to GCU for
further investigation. Deputy/Agent: P.S.A. McNeal
17-256189
Hit & Run Crash
with Property
Damage
Hit & Run Crash with Property Damage
N. Atlantic Ave. & Buchanan, Cape Canaveral
Suspect rear-ended another vehicle and fled the scene. The suspect vehicle is a 4-door and
should have a crumpled hood/moderate front end damage. Deputy/Agent: Ricchuito
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
17-256570 DWLS, Onsite VOP (Misd)
Traffic Arrest Astronaut Blvd @ Central Blvd, Cape Canaveral
Street, Marcus E., W/M, 4/7/1976
Mr. Marcus Street was arrested for DWLS w/knowledge and onsite VOP subsequent to a
traffic stop. His license was suspended refuse to submit. He was transported to the Brevard
County Jail Complex without incident. Deputy/Agent: FTO Bratsch
17-256724 DUI
Traffic Arrest 8400 N. Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral, Seven-Eleven
Shelby Macdonell, W/M, 11/16/1991
Mr. Shelby Macdonell W/M DOB 11/16/91 was passed out behind the wheel of his vehicle
parked in the parking lot of 7-Eleven. Deputy Aleprete conducted FSEs on Mr. Macdonell
and he did not perform them to standard. Mr. Macdonell was arrested for DUI and
subsequently refused to provide a breath sample. Transported to BCJ. Deputy/Agent: J.
Aleprete