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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
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 livable, 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
walkable 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 November 3, 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 & Community members regarding various projects, issues, and
initiatives.
Executive Assistant (EA) provided assistance to City Manager/Department Directors.
EA assisted CCO/Directors with proofing/reviewing/revising of 11-3-17 Weekly Update.
EA received and responded to several Community calls/emails.
EA is working on details for the 2017 United Way Campaign Kick-off.
EA met with Staff on coordinating interior details/telephone system for the new City Hall.
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 coverage/assistance to the City
Manager’s Office and City Council.
Highlights:
Records Management – continued to prepare boxes/drawers of records for disposition and/or
offsite scanning in preparation for move to new City Hall.
Public Records Requests – continued coordinating with Community Development and Economic
Development in response to requests for construction/building specification records; in
coordination with Building Division Staff, completed request for code enforcement records.
Council Meetings – continued preparing/reviewing agenda/items for 11-21-17 Regular Meeting.
City Election – Election Day is next Tuesday, November 7 - from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; received
five (5) Campaign Treasurer’s Reports, Code 2017 G6; Campaign Treasurer’s Reports, Code
2017 G7, due close of business Friday, November 3, 2017; for more information on the
Candidates for City Council, please go to: http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/election or visit
www.votebrevard.com; continued preparing/reviewing orientation material for anticipated new
Council Members after the election.
Assisted Building Department - Planning Staff in relocating to City Clerk’s Office due to storm
damage at current Community Development Department building.
Met with Economic Development Director and IT Contractor regarding audio/video recording
software and computers at new City Hall Council Chambers.
Met with City Manager regarding various items/issues.
Met with select Department Directors regarding various items/issues.
Financial Services
Financial Services Staff performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities and assisted various
telephone/walk-in requests from the Public.
Highlights:
Finance Staff welcomed our new Accounting Technician, who will
help solidify and strengthen our Financial Services Team.
Deputy Finance Director and new Accounting Technician attended
training in the City of Deland regarding the Fixed Asset Module,
which will increase our efficiency and reporting with the City’s
Fixed Assets.
City Staff’s FEMA Team attended the “Recovery Scoping Meeting”
meeting with FEMA to review the Damage Inventory reported by
the City for Hurricane Irma.
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.
HealthCare.gov
If you’re uncertain about the status of
“Obamacare”, please be advised that the Affordable
Care Act is currently the “law of the land” and as of
November 1, 2017 is open for new enrollments and
renewals for those who currently have health
coverage through HealthCare.gov.
While funding for customer service representatives
and public outreach to consumers in need of
enrollment assistance has been greatly reduced,
enrolling in a healthcare plan can be accomplished.
Here’s what you need to know:
2018 Open Enrollment runs from November 1, 2017 through December 15, 2017.
o Plans sold during Open Enrollment start January 1, 2018.
o After December 15, 2017 you can enroll in 2018 health insurance only if you qualify for a
Special Enrollment Period. (Examples include: you lost your insurance through your employer,
you turned age 26 and can no longer be covered on your parent’s plan, etc.)
If you don't have health insurance through a job, Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's Health
Insurance Program (CHIP) or another source that provides qualifying health coverage, the
Marketplace can help you get covered.
o If you have job-based insurance: You can buy a plan through the Marketplace, but you'll pay
full price unless your employer's insurance doesn't meet certain standards. Most job-based plans
do meet the standards.
o If you have Medicare: You can't switch to Marketplace insurance, supplement your coverage
with a Marketplace plan or buy a Marketplace dental plan.
o What you pay for insurance depends on your income.
Your premium depends on your expected household income for the year and the “Premium
Estimator” tool the HealthCare.gov website can tell you what you will pay.
The plans are offered by private insurance companies with a range of prices and features.
HealthFirst and Florida Blue are the providers for Brevard County.
Vacancy Update
HR is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following vacancies:
Licensed A, B or C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Infrastructure Maintenance Worker
Candidates interested in exploring opportunities with the City of Cape Canaveral are invited to visit
the City’s website: http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org.
Select: TOP 5, CITY EMPLOYMENT and review the full details of the job posting. Then follow
the instructions for submitting the completed City Employment Application.
FOUR WAYS TO ENROLL
Pick the method that works best for you.
Online: https://www.healthcare.gov/create-account
By Phone: 1-800-318-2596 (TTY: 1-855-889-4325)
Available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week (except holidays)
Personal Assisters: https://localhelp.healthcare.gov
(There are over 300 persons in the Cape Canaveral area qualified
to provide personal assistance with enrollment.)
Paper Application: Available at: https://marketplace.cms.gov
DON’T MISS THE DECEMBER 15, 2017 DEADLINE!
FEMA
HR/Risk Management, Administrative
Financial Services Department Staff, Public
Works Services and Culture & Leisure
Services Directors participated in the FEMA
Recovery Scoping Meeting intended to
provide instruction on the revised FEMA
claims submittal process. Hurricane IRMA
(DR-4337-FL) has been designated an
incident with a start date of September 4,
Karen Kuhns
Please welcome Karen Kuhns, Accounting Technician assigned to the
Administrative/Financial Services Department. Karen was awarded
Associates Degrees in Marketing and Accounting from University of
Akron, and has eleven years of Municipal Accounting experience. We
are confident Karen will contribute nicely to an already “top notch”
team.
Aaron Leyte
Please welcome Aaron Leyte, Recreation Coordinator assigned to the
Culture & Leisure Services Department. Aaron was awarded a
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Exercise Science and Health from
Colorado State University. With five (5) years of experience
managing before and after school programs, fitness facilities
management and a successful internship in cardiopulmonary
rehabilitation, we are confident Aaron will make significant program
contributions. Aaron is also serving in the United States Air Force
National Guard and we thank him for his service.
2017 and an end date of October 18, 2017. The expanded date includes additional flooding losses
sustained as a result of heavy rainfall events which occurred immediately following the named
Hurricane. While the specifics pertaining to the cost share between State and Local Government
has not yet been determined, the City can expect to receive:
o 90% reimbursement for Debris Removal.
o 100% reimbursement for Emergency Protective Measures.
o 75% reimbursement for completion of Permanent Work on Projects $3,100 and above.
As in all things, the devil is in the details, and Staff will adjust to the new system of reporting and
documenting loss details.
Look for COCC United Way Campaign…
Coming in Mid-November!
Community Engagement
Update for Week Ending November 3, 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 and local organizations regarding:
Little Free Libraries and Little Free Pantries
Activities, classes and events in Cape Canaveral
Resident concerns about Irma debris
National Bat Week Scavenger Hunt on Social Media
Community Garden
Tech Talks
Trunk or Treat
Beach Wrack
Re-installation of the three (3) ADA Beach Access Mats (Mobi-mats) at Monroe, Polk
and Buchanan Avenues
Communication throughout the week with Staff from multiple Departments/Agencies regarding:
Affordable Care Act (ACA) Open Enrollment
Phone call with the Trademark Lawyer regarding the Trademark of: Sun, Space & Sea
and Sun, Space and Sea
Bat House Sign Installation
Reviewed FDOT/A1A Priorities Agenda Item
Purchase/installation/liability of throw able life rings at beach crossovers
2018 Mobility Festival
2018 Health First Mayor’s Fitness Challenge
Community Garden expansion, plans and supplies
Preparing for Trunk or Treat
Two (2) Brevard County EOC meetings to discuss a Hurricane Irma after action report
Phone call with Visit Space Coast and Zagster regarding the Space Coast Bike Share –
now slated to kick-off in January 2018 due to the active Hurricane Season.
Worked with all Departments to address City Manager’s Office responsibilities/tasks
Trunk or Treat 2017
Staff from multiple Departments had a “spooktacular” time handing out candy to the Fairies,
Superheroes, Werewolves, Sharks, Trolls, Jellyfish and Zombies of Cape Canaveral last Friday,
October 27, 2017. The turnout was HUGE! Thanks to all the residents, local businesses and
organizations who came out and decorated their trunks. They looked amazing!
A special thank you to the American Legion
Challenger 7 Post 348 who weren’t able to make
the event, but still sent a Halloween-themed box
filled with candy (the good stuff, too!)
Photo Booth Pictures
Available Online
The Community Engagement Staff broke out their
photo booth at Trunk or Treat to take pictures of
everyone in their awesome costumes. If you want a
digital copy of your photos, you can find them
online in the City’s Google Photo account.
We don’t know about you, but
we can’t wait for Trunk or
Treat next year!
CHS Health Fair
On Friday, October 27, 2017 Staff attended the Community Health Services (CHS) Health Fair
held at the Radisson, where they shared information about City sports leagues, fitness classes,
community events and more with CHS employees. Thanks to CHS for the invite. We had a great
time meeting everyone!
National Bat Week 2017
Staff celebrated National Bat Week by
promoting bat awareness and
education with a bat house scavenger
hunt. The City of Cape Canaveral has
five (5) bat houses in various parks
and recently installed signs with
artwork from the Community’s
children and fun facts about bats. Over
the course of a week, Staff posted
visual clues and hints about the
location of bat houses and signs on
Twitter (@CapeCanaveralFL) and on
Instagram (@CityofCapeCanaveral).
The prizes for Bat Houses #2 and #4 are still up for grabs!
All you have to do is be first to take a pic of each sign and tag the City, so take your kids out and
go batty! (One prize per person.)
Introducing Our Newest Little Free Library Stewards
Staff is THRILLED to welcome
Noreen and Larry Holmes as the
Stewards of the Little Free Library
(LFL) on the City’s Polk Avenue
Beach Crossover. Noreen and Larry
have jumped right in with their duties
and decorated their LFL for
Halloween!
If you’re interested in becoming the
Steward of a LFL in the future or have
ideas as to where the next LFL should
go, email Community Engagement
Consultant Rebekah McLain at:
r.mclain@cityofcapecanaveral.org.
Help with Affordable Care Act (ACA)/
Health Care Marketplace - Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment for health insurance coverage through the Health Care Marketplace runs
from November 1, 2017 to December 15, 2017 this year.
FYI: Health Care Marketplace coverage, ACA coverage, Affordable Care Act coverage and
"Obamacare" coverage are all the same thing.
If you have questions about Open Enrollment, there are Navigators stationed throughout Brevard
County to make the application process easier for you. You can find their contact information and
the dates they’ll be at public locations on the City’s website.
Beach Wrack
Staff has noticed an increase in comments on
social media regarding the naturally occurring
seaweed/beach wrack.
The questions ask:
“Why the City of Cape Canaveral has not
cleaned up the seaweed?”
To inform residences/visitors Staff has posted a
Q/A on the City NEWS webpage regarding the
reasons for it, the process of cleaning/removing
it and several resource links. Staff also uploaded
a resident submitted poster about “The Wrack
Community”.
To view this beach wrack information on the
City NEWS webpage please visit:
http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/news
Holiday Photo Booth
Backdrop
Staff procured a Holiday-themed
backdrop for our popular City event photo
booth. The new backdrop is green and
features the newly acquired City
trademarks, as well as two new members
of the Community Engagement team —
Banana and Ocean the reindeer! Look
for the backdrop at the upcoming Cape
Canaveral Reindeer Run 5k and other
Holiday events in the City.
2018 Health First Mayor’s Fitness Challenge
Staff met with coordinators from United Way and Health First, along with fellow Brevard County
challengers to discuss the regulations and details for the upcoming 2018 Health First Mayor’s
Fitness Challenge. The City of Cape Canaveral will defend its title of “Most Fit City” during the
12-week challenge that runs from February to April 2018.
Registration opens December 15, 2017, so ask Santa for a fitness tracker and get ready to move!
For a list of ways you can #getactive in Cape Canaveral visit the “City Get Active” webpage linked
here: http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/getactive
Community Garden Expansion
The Community Garden expansion is currently underway, and Staff can’t wait for Season 3
gardeners to see the changes made based on their suggestions! Soon there will be bigger plots,
structures made from sustainable materials, a star shaped spiral herb garden and more! A big
THANK YOU to the Public Works Services team for their hard work.
Residents who would like to participate in Season 3 of the Community Garden can email
Community Engagement Consultant - Rebekah McLain at: r.mclain@cityofcapecanaveral.org.
New gardeners will be admitted on a first come/first serve basis and spaces are limited.
Recent Social Media Buzz:
Facebook — cityofcapecanaveral, 4,464page likes, +11 page likes
Instagram — @cityofcapecanaveral, 866 followers, +9 followers
Twitter — @capecanaveralfl, 1,416 followers, +17 followers
Community Development
Update for Week Ending November 3, 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 100 inspections; processed 41 new Building Permit
Applications; 49 permits picked-up/payments processed; processed 71 renewals (or new) Business
Tax Receipts Alarm and/or Fire notices/payments. $1,959.25 permit fees have been waived for
Hurricane Irma related damage.
Highlights:
Reviewed proposed scope of work provided by the Architect for Ocean Parks Building
A to determine classification level for repairs caused by Hurricane Irma.
Provided (as needed) inspections for the new City Hall.
Responded to 158 e-mails, faxes and/or calls requesting permit, zoning and/or BTR
information. Responded to 14 voicemails.
Researched two (2) record requests for 166 Center St. and Puerto Del Rio Dr.
Processed one (1) payment for Tree Bank Contribution of $1000 for 257 Tyler Ave.
Processed five (5) new contractor’s information packets (Contractor Lic., Liability
Insurance and W/C Insurance) to allow them to pull permits in Cape Canaveral.
Contacted one (1) contractor regarding scheduling final inspections for building permits
that are nearing expiration or recently expired.
Provided assistance in completing Building Permit Applications as needed.
Provided inspection results for twelve (12) building permits.
Assisted 41 walk-in customers regarding miscellaneous items.
Arranged and attended Florida Association of Business Tax Officials (FABTO) Seminar.
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 18 new requests giving life-safety issues priority, followed closely by community
appearance and property maintenance.
Provided front counter coverage and assisted 16 Citizens with Building/Code Enforcement
requests.
Conducted 25 site inspections.
Removed eight (8) signs from right-of-way/telephone poles within the City.
Responded to 40 voicemails regarding complaints/inquiries.
Responded to two (2) lien search requests.
Code Enforcement Officers continue to conduct daily Community sweeps for visible
violations throughout the City.
Issued three (3) door tags for visible violations to be corrected.
Posted one (1) property with Stop Work Order.
Please contact the Building Department prior to conducting any interior demolition.
Planning
Planning performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests from the
Public and provided office coverage throughout the week.
Highlights:
Continued preparation of documents for Non-Conforming Properties Catalog.
Assisted Building Department with Building Permit Application entries.
Assisted Building Department with Public Records Request.
Coordinated conference including Asst. City Attorney and PWS Staff regarding sanitary
easement associated with the RaceTrac redevelopment project at 8899 Astronaut
Boulevard. Also addressed proposed signage easement for City welcome/directory
purposes.
Met with Building Official and City Attorney regarding code enforcement action for
property located at 305 Surf Drive.
Met with several tenants at 7000 N. Atlantic regarding possible exterior improvements.
Prepared and distributed November 1, 2017, Community Appearance Board agenda that
includes:
o Swearing in of two (2) new members – Gail Sweet and Elana Whitehead.
o Consideration of request by Sunbelt Development Group for a dual branded hotel
located at 9004 Astronaut Boulevard.
Economic Development
Update for Week Ending November 3, 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
Site work continues with additional sidewalks and bench slabs.
Pre-cast column details are
being installed.
Followed by paver bricks.
Holes are ready to receive the large
Sylvester palm trees.
Compass Rose formed and poured.
Flagpole concrete bases poured with concrete.
This creates a sleeve for a proper flagpole installation.
Elevator cleaned and fully serviceable.
All doors have been re-keyed to secure the building prior to occupancy.
Door and wall touchups continue.
Mail/workroom furnishings installed.
Council Chambers casework and room
dividers complete.
Council Chambers
and Community Artifacts Room
lobby signage.
City of Cape Canaveral – Vision Statement
displayed in new City Hall lobby.
Fiber optic converters and backup battery system installed and tested.
Installation of Wireless Access Points (WAPs) complete and tested.
Highlights:
Attended SR A1A Improvements Project Agency Coordination Meeting for the segment from
south of International Drive to north of Long Point Road in Brevard County. The proposed
improvements include the reconstruction of State Road (SR) A1A to an urban, four-lane,
divided typical section with the installation of curb and gutter, an eight-foot sidewalk on the
northbound side, a six-foot sidewalk on the southbound side and a seven-foot buffered bicycle.
The proposed project also includes intersection improvements, median modifications, drainage
improvements, landscaping, utility coordination/relocation, and transit coordination. The
design phase for this project is anticipated to be completed by August 2019. The construction
of the proposed improvements is currently not funded.
Key Design Activities:
o November 3, 2017 - Agency Coordination Meeting May 2018 - Phase I
o November 2018 - Phase II
o December 2018 - Public Meeting
o June 2019 - Phase III
o August 2019 - 100% Plans Complete
Culture & Leisure Services
Update for Week Ending November 3, 2017
Staff performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests
from the public.
Director Meetings
City Manager
Human Resources Director
FEMA Recovery Scoping Meeting
Cocoa Beach High School student mentoring session
Provided new employee orientation
Jazzercise
Jazzercise is back in Cape Canaveral! The first class took place today and it was a blast. Classes
will be held every Tuesday and Thursday at the Nancy Hanson Recreation Complex from 9:30 –
10:30 a.m. from now through April 2018. For only $35 per month, you cannot get a better low
impact workout.
Friday Fest
Fall is in the air and the weather will be superb! Brevard County’s most popular band Hot Pink
will be the headliner at tonight’s Friday Fest. This will be a must attend event for anyone who
enjoys great music, food and being outside.
See You There!
Athletic Leagues
Wednesday night Intermediate Tennis has two (2) more weeks of regular season play before
playoffs begin. Wednesday night Advanced Racquetball started a new league with 16 players ready
for another competitive season. Wednesday Co-Ed Kickball completed week four (4) of the season
with new teams and players enjoying the fun. Thursday night Co-Ed Softball has three (3) more
weeks of regular season play before playoffs begin. Thursday night Intermediate Tennis continued
their ongoing season. Cape Canaveral Spacettes lost against the Suntree Swingers by three (3)
points in the Monday morning Space Coast 50 & over women’s league. Cape Canaveral Island
Girlz remain on top of the Space Coast Tennis League by eight (8) points. Staff continues to
register new players for a Beginner/Intermediate Racquetball League. The 2017 Cape Canaveral
Racquetball Classic will take place next Saturday and Sunday, November 11 and 12, 2017. If
you’d like to compete against some of the areas racquetball aficionados, contact:
Kyle_Betar@yahoo.com to register, or to inquire about tournament info.
Street Eats on Taylor Ave.
Next Saturday, November 11, 2017, the food trucks will once
again descend onto Cape Canaveral. Gourmet food trucks will
line Taylor Avenue for your enjoyment. The event will take place
from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. with Bavarian style tables dotting the
street. Get your appetite ready!
Cape View Veteran’s Day Pancake Breakfast
After a great night of fun at Friday Fest, there will be nothing better on Saturday morning than
going to Cape View Elementary for a delicious Pancake Breakfast. This yearly tradition not only
celebrates our Nation’s Heroes but helps raise some well needed funds for the school.
Public Works Services
Update for Week Ending November 3, 2017
Staff performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests
from the public.
Wastewater Treatment Plant / Sanitary Sewer System
Oxidation Ditch Rehabilitation Project. Initial bypass operations of the oxidation ditch
are complete. Current focus is on completion of all underground piping installation and
improvements to the aeration system in the anoxic basin. Substantial completion date is
now May 10, 2018. Current project construction completion: 70%.
Continued underground piping installation adjacent to anoxic basin – looking north.
Aeration system improvements to anoxic basin – looking south.
Public Library Sewer Hook-up. City Staff and contractors excavated and repaired a
clogged sanitary sewer line to the Public Library along Taylor Avenue. Extensive
excavation and sewer pipe replacement were required.
Load Control Management. Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) has been
experiencing high demand due to high temperatures and humidity throughout Florida.
Therefore, they are exercising their load control program with commercial and industrial
customers to ensure reliable service. Load control operations were performed at the WWTP
for a one-hour period on November 1, 2017. The City’s new generator performed as
designed during the operations.
Stormwater
Stormwater Improvement Projects. As part of the Indian River Lagoon (IRL)
Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP) revision, the IRL National
Estuary Program (IRLNEP) is gathering information on projects that are underway or
planned that are consistent with the IRLNEP 2008 CCMP. The focus is on gathering
potential projects that fall into the following categories: (1) stormwater, (2) groundwater,
(3) muck removal, (4) habitat restoration, (5) education and outreach, and (6) monitoring
and research. Staff is currently preparing information packages for anticipated IRL
restoration projects in the City over the next 10 years.
Save Our Indian River Lagoon (SOIRL) Projects. Staff is currently preparing a list of
proposed stormwater improvement projects for submittal to Brevard County as part of the
SOIRL Program. The City is seeking funding assistance for a number of projects to be
completed in 2018; proposed projects are due to Brevard County by December 18, 2017.
Marine Resources Council (MRC) Study. MRC and Applied Ecology are doing a study
for Brevard County (funded by the State) that will help clarify the extent that groundwater
is contributing wastewater-related pollution to the IRL. Brevard County files do not include
sanitary sewer or reclaimed water information for municipalities. Therefore, Staff is
collecting information for the Study to include:
o Maps showing sanitary sewer service areas.
o Maps showing reclaimed water lines and service areas.
o Addresses of properties serviced by sanitary sewer and reclaimed water in Excel
formats.
Results of the Study will be shared with municipalities and should provide valuable
information on sewer-related pollution to the IRL.
Recent Flood Events. Staff continues to investigate flooding incidents which occurred
throughout the City in September and October and meet with residents concerning drainage
issues. The City’s Inmate Crew is inspecting manholes and outfalls to remove debris.
However, no major obstructions have been encountered. Continued street flooding is
resulting from a number of factors including:
o High groundwater table.
o Near record high water level of the Banana River – also high water level in Central
Ditch.
o High water levels in area stormwater ponds (see attached photo of stormwater pond
at the WWTP – near capacity).
o Standing water in stormwater lines.
Harbor Heights Stormwater Pipe Replacement. The metal stormwater pipe beneath the
eastern end of Coral Drive was excavated and replaced. The pipe and roadway collapsed
after recent heavy rains; the metal pipe was replaced with concrete pipe. Several other
municipalities on the barrier island experienced similar metal pipe failures.
Stormwater pipe replacement on Coral Drive in Harbor Heights – looking north.
Infrastructure Maintenance
SR A1A Improvement Projects. Staff attended an Agency Coordination Meeting with
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to discuss improvements to the SR A1A/
North Atlantic Avenue intersection. Main topics included design updates, potential issues
of concern and project schedules. The Project includes the reorientation of International
Drive to align with North Atlantic Avenue, and drainage and sidewalk improvements. The
Project is still in the design phase (completion in August 2019). The construction of the
proposed improvements is currently not funded.
Community Garden Addition. Staff worked with the Community Engagement
Department to construct and add 16 feet to the Community Garden. The addition will allow
more Garden boxes to be installed and an array of fun, unique places to plant herbs and
flowers. Work to be completed on this Project by November 10, 2017.
Steve and Tom working on the new Garden boxes made from recycled metal roofing.
Miscellaneous
State Road (SR) A1A Road Repairs. Single lane closures continue on State Road A1A
at George King Boulevard near Port Canaveral. Closures are expected to stay in place for
about 1 – 2 more weeks for repairs to the bridge approaches. The construction is part of the
FDOT resurfacing project on SR A1A from George King Boulevard to the beginning of
SR 528 at SR 401. Check www.CFLroads.com for updates. For construction-related
questions, please contact Public Information Coordinator Lisa Mark at:
lisa.mark@dot.state.fl.us or (321) 634-6111. Motorists are urged to use caution and drive
with care throughout the construction corridor.
Steve Dayhoff and Tom
DiEulio
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct
Update for Week Ending November 3, 2017
Attached are samplings of the actions taken by Canaveral Deputies during this reporting period.
Patrol Division
Weekly Statistics
October 26 thru November 1, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Calls for Service/Self-Initiated Calls 1,556
Case Reports Written 50
Case Reports Closed 35
Arrests Made 21
Front Desk
Weekly Statistics
October 26 thru November 1, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Phone Calls Answered 92
Walk-ups Assisted 42
Fingerprint Cards Completed 2
Notary Assistance for Citizens 8
Citizen on Patrol
Weekly Statistics
October 26 thru November 1, 2017
Type Weekly Total
Patrol Hours Completed 17
Office/Training/Meeting Hours 7
Miles Driven 144
Total Volunteer Hours 21
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
Date 10/26/2017 to 11/1/2017
17-373363 Warrant Arrest
Warrant Arrest 9245 Charles M. Rowland Drive, Cape Canaveral
Shermon Lee Polk, B/M, 4/22/76
Shermon Lee Polk was arrested on a Fugitive Warrant out of Ohio and transported to the
Brevard County Jail. Deputy/Agent: Deputy M. Skinner
17-373741 Exploitation of the Elderly
Fraud 100 Block Grant Ave., Cocoa Beach
Deputy Skinner conducted an investigation involving suspect, who is allegedly stealing
funds from disabled mother's bank account. The case was referred to the Economic
Crimes Unit for further investigation. Deputy/Agent: Deputy M. Skinner
17-374380 Disorderly Intoxication
Suspicious Person State Road 528 @ George King Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Rexford Elliot, W/M, 5/12/1982
Mr. Rexford Elliot was highly intoxicated and stumbling in and out of the roadway in the
area of State Road 528 and George King Blvd. While deputies attempted to evaluate him
at Cape Canaveral Hospital, Mr. Elliot became belligerent and was arrested and
transported to the Brevard County Jail. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Habart
17-374331 Driving while License Suspended (Habitual Traffic Offender), Driving an Unregistered
Motor Vehicle
Traffic Arrest State Road 528 @ George King Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Nicholas A. Carson, W/M, 11/26/1987
Mr. Nicholas Carson was arrested for Driving while License Suspended (Habitual Traffic
Offender) and driving an Unregistered Motor Vehicle. Mr. Carson was transported to the
Brevard County Jail. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Howard
17-374341 Warrant Ref: VOP Domestic Violence
Warrant Arrest State Road 528 @ George King Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Nicholas A. Carson, W/M, 11/26/1977
Mr. Nicholas Carson was arrested for a Violation of Probation Warrant reference Battery
Domestic Violence. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Howard
17-374154 DUI 3rd Offense, Driving while License Suspended (Habitual Traffic Offender) and Refusal
to Submit.
Traffic Arrest 8000 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Cumberland Farms
Thomas J. Gerwig, W/M, 5/8/1957
Mr. Thomas Gerwig was arrested for DUI 3rd offense more than 10 years, DWLS HTO,
and Refusal to Submit. He was transported to the jail complex. Deputy/Agent: Deputy
Howard
17-374826 Warrant Felony Failure to Appear
Warrant Arrest 9035 Campground Circle, Cape Canaveral, Jetty Park
Amanda Bradley, W/F, 03/27/84
Amanda Bradley was found to have a Felony FTA Warrant and was transported to Brevard
County Jail. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Jenkins
17-375036 Found Property
Found Property Caroline Street, Cape Canaveral
A found men's bicycle was located and transported to the precinct. Deputy/Agent: PSA
McNeal
17-375529 Retail Theft
Retail Theft 8000 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Cumberland Farms
Suspect was observed on camera placing a pack of Twizzlers candy in their pocket and
leaving the store without paying. Case pending further investigation. Deputy/Agent:
Deputy Bratsch
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
17-375493 Retail Theft
Retail Theft 8000 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Cumberland Farms
Suspect was observed on camera placing several grocery items in their backpack and
leaving the store without paying. Case pending further investigation. Deputy/Agent:
Deputy Pena
17-375846 Felony Warrant Fraudulent Checks
Warrant Arrest 9240 Charles M. Rowland Drive, Cape Canaveral
Sandra Moreno, W/F, 6/13/1974
Ms. Sandra Moreno was arrested for an active felony arrest warrant reference Fraudulent
Checks; no bond. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Scott Stewart
17-376287 Possession Marijuana Less than 20 Grams
Narcotics Arrest Caroline St. / Canaveral Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Brandon Wilson, B/M, 11/24/1982
Mr. Brandon Wilson was arrested for Possession of Marijuana less than 20 Grams. Mr.
Wilson was issued a Notice to Appear and released on his own recognizance.
Deputy/Agent: Deputy Scott Stewart
17-376386 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Narcotics Arrest 8000 Ridgewood Ave., Cape Canaveral
Marcus Stringfield, W/M, 5/25/1990
Mr. Marcus Stringfield was arrested for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Mr. Stringfield
was issued a Notice to Appear and released on his own recognizance. Deputy/Agent:
Deputy Scott Stewart
17-376457 Possession of Marijuana Less than 20 Grams, Trespass after Warning
Narcotics Arrest 8000 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Cumberland Farms
Robert Woody, W/M, 2/10/1976
Mr. Robert Woody was arrested for Trespass after Warning and Possession of Marijuana
Less than 20 Grams. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Pena
17-377148 Drug Arrest x 2
Narcotics Arrest 5720 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral
Amy Morris, W/F, 8/16/1975
Jesse Morris, W/M, 7/23/1968
A traffic stop was conducted in reference to Mr. Morris' license showing not valid. Deputy
Stewart responded as back-up and K9 Jake alerted to the presence of marijuana. Both
parties admitted to ownership of separate marijuana and paraphernalia. Both were
provided with a Notice to Appear and released on their own recognizance. Deputy/Agent:
Genova
17-378225 Possession of LSD, MDMA, Psilocybin Mushrooms, Less than 20 Grams Marijuana and
Drug Paraphernalia.
Narcotics Arrest 9050 Discovery Rd., Cape Canaveral
Ruben Allen Del Rio, H/M, 12/28/1992
Ruben Del Rio was exiting from the Majesty of the Seas when he was taken by Customs
and Border Protection for a secondary screening. A search of his luggage revealed him to
be in possession of LSD, MDMA, Psilocybin Mushrooms, Less than 20 Grams Marijuana,
and Drug Paraphernalia. Del Rio was arrested for the above-listed charges. Deputy/Agent:
Stephens
17-378589 Counterfeit Bill
Fraud 8699 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Subway
Deputy Soto responded to Subway and made contact with the storeowner who advised
an unknown male paid with a counterfeit $100 bill. Store video captured the male
attempting to use a bankcard, after declining, used the counterfeit bill to pay for his food,
and received change. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Soto
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued)
17-379149 Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Narcotics Arrest 8701 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Radisson Resort
Levi J. Collins, W/M, 4/19/1979
Mr. Levi Collins was located in Room 303 of the Radisson Resort, during a wanted person
investigation. After extradition to Orange County was confirmed, a search of Mr. Collins
reveled 1.0 Gram of Heroin. Mr. Collins was transported to the jail without incident.
Deputy/Agent: Deputy Howard
17-379267 Beach Patrol
Beach Patrol 9035 Campground Circle, Cape Canaveral
Sgt. Smith and Deputy Ruth conducted ATV beach patrol, from Jetty Park to the Cocoa
Beach Pier. No homeless subjects or dogs were observed on the beach. Deputy/Agent:
Deputy Ruth (B-Squad)
17-379635 Warrant Arrest
Warrant Arrest 9050 Discovery Road, Cape Canaveral
Loren Parker, B/M, 12/18/1962
Loren Parker was arrested in reference to an out of County warrant (Jefferson County).
Deputy/Agent: Deputy Skinner
17-380209 Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Narcotics Arrest 8000 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Cumberland Farms
Jacquelyn M. Darnell, W/F, 12/11/1982
Ms. Jacquelyn Darnell was arrested for Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drug
Paraphernalia. She was transported to the jail without incident. Deputy/Agent: Deputy
Hannon
17-380494 Warrant ref: Fraudulent use of a Credit Card, Dealing in Stolen Property, Providing False
Information to Pawn Broker and Grand Theft
Warrant Arrest Poinsetta Avenue @ Taylor Ave., Cape Canaveral
Logan F. Arnold, W/M, 4/22/1989
Mr. Logan Arnold was arrested on a County Circuit Court Warrant reference fraudulent
use of a credit card, dealing in stolen property, providing false information to a
pawnbroker and grand theft. He was transported to the jail with a $40,000 bond.
Deputy/Agent: Deputy Butler
17-380680 Burglary / Grand Theft
Theft 8000 Block Magnolia Ave., Cape Canaveral
Victim advised a mountain bike was stolen about 0656 hours this morning. An unknown
subject removed the bike from the garage. Deputy/Agent: Dep Jenkins
17-381674 Possession of Marijuana Less than 20 Grams and Possession of Paraphernalia
Narcotics Arrest 5645 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral
Annette Hunt, W/F, 7/1/1991
Ms. Annette Hunt was arrested for the above charges. Deputy/Agent: Deputy Reites
17-381730 Possession of Marijuana Less than 20 Grams and Possession of Paraphernalia
Narcotics Arrest Astronaut Blvd. / Imperial Blvd., Cape Canaveral
Christopher Blake Bovaird, W/M, 7/16/1990
Mr. Christopher B. Bovaird was arrested for the above charges. Deputy/Agent: Deputy
Ouellette
Station #1: 190 Jackson Avenue •Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920 • (321) 783-4777 • Fax: (321) 783-5398
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CANAVERAL FIRE RESCUE
Serving the City of Cape Canaveral & Canaveral Port Authority
Update for Week Ending November 3, 2017
1. Weekly Meeting with CPA Staff and BCSO.
2. Coordination Meeting with BCSO on Holiday Activities.
3. Meeting with Port Building Official.
4. Meeting with CPA Staff on current storage practices and infrastructure.
5. Planning Meeting for the new CT 3.
6. Attended Space Coast Fire Chief’s Meeting.
7. After Action Review at Brevard EOC on Irma Damage Assessment.
8. After Action Review for Municipalities on Hurricane Irma.
9. Make-up Benefits Renewal Meetings for employees.
10. Port Special Events Meeting.
11. Walk-through for shifts at Rising Tide.
12. Training on newly installed electronics on the Fireboat.
13. Remodel work continues at Station 52. This Station will remain open. Administration
offices have been moved back in.
14. Participated in 911 Ceremony at the Exploration Tower.
15. Payroll processed and transmitted.
16. Prevention conducted 12 new, 21 follow-up, and 3 new construction inspections.
Additionally, they completed 2 new construction plan reviews.