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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWeekly Update - 08-26-16 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 5-17-2016     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 August 26, 2016 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 Mayor Hoog regarding various City initiatives.  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 – 30 pages of documents scanned; continued preparing records for offsite scanning/disposition/destruction; received/responded to Public Records Requests regarding 6615 North Atlantic Avenue; Stormwater Fees; Bid #2016-03 – Oxidation Ditch Reconfiguration; and Board of Adjustment minutes/audio and other items presented at the 8-23-2016 Meeting.  Council Meetings – continued preparing for 9-6-2016 Special and 9-20-2016 Regular Meetings.  Election Recap: o Qualifying Period ended noon 8-26-2016. o City Council: 5 Packets released; 4 Qualified Candidates (see attached for details). o Campaign Treasurer Report, Report Code P7 – 2 collected as of noon 8-26-2016. o Go to http://www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/election for more information. o Go to www.votebrevard.com for information regarding State and Federal Elections.  Received Press Release from Space Coast League of Cities regarding a scholarship opportunity for applicants enrolled in a Florida college or university (public or private) and majoring in Public Administration among others (flyer attached).  Met with City Manager regarding various items/issues. Financial Services Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests from the Public. Highlights:  Met with City Manager/Department Directors regarding Master Plan for Canaveral City Park and planning/design for various City projects.  Met with HR Director regarding necessary actions related to FEMA’s request for information on past hurricane events. Human Resources/Risk Management Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities. Highlights:  Legal Update Department of Labor (DOL) Issues Zika Advisory DOL advises Employers to consider allowing flexibility in required travel for workers who are concerned about Zika virus exposure. Flexible travel and leave policies may help control the spread of Zika virus, including to workers who are concerned about reproductive effects potentially associated with Zika virus infection. EEOC Sues Wayne Farms for Disability Discrimination EEOC charged that Wayne Farms violated the rights of a class of workers with disabilities by maintaining an inflexible attendance policy. The policy capped the number of allowable employee absences in a manner that made little to no allowance for disability-related absences. Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates private employers provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities, absent undue hardship and prohibits employers from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities. One of the six national priorities identified by EEOC's Strategic Enforcement Plan (SEP) is addressing issues in equal employment law, including issues involving the ADA. State and Local Employment Law Trends The following areas of employment law are gaining increased momentum and scrutiny.  Equal Pay: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is finalizing an equal pay data rule that will likely require employers with more than 100 workers to provide pay data for up to 12 pay bands, broken down by sex, race and ethnicity in order to ensure employees are receiving equal pay without regard to sex, race or some other protected characteristic.  Expansion of LGBT Rights in the Workplace: EEOC has taken the position that federal law bars discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Therefore, expect to see an increase in EEOC charges and litigation involving claims of discrimination against LGBT workers.  Increased Limitations on the Hiring Process: The area of greatest legislative activity at the state and local level has been laws barring employers from inquiring into an applicant’s credit and/or criminal history during the hiring process as well as laws barring employers from inquiring about a candidate’s salary history. Class action cases under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, a federal law governing employer’s use of background checks, have reached an all-time high.  Medical Marijuana Legislation: The enactment in states of legislation permitting the use of medical marijuana has required the business community to re-consider longstanding policies and procedures regarding substance abuse. Employment-specific issues include whether accommodations are required for medical marijuana users and the right to terminate employees who test positive for marijuana. Although lawsuits by medical marijuana users questioning their employers’ practices have been limited thus far, that is sure to change over the next few years HR remains “ever vigilant” and committed to ensuring the City “leads by example” in compliance with employment law.  Addressed two public records requests as well as researched data in order to comply with a Social Security Administration request for income verification.  Provided assistance to Department Directors in preparation of Employee Performance Reviews.  Updated job descriptions for Public Works Services.  Negotiations continue with Florida Municipal Insurance Trust (FMIT), regarding the quote for the City’s FY2016/17 Property, General Liability, Automobile and Workers’ Compensation Risk Management insurance. HR is seeking better rates for the City’s Risk Management Insurance specifically in the category of General Liability coverage.  Met with Director of Investor Relations & Planned Giving with Brevard United Way in preparation of this year’s United Way fundraising drive.  HR continues to search for qualified Professional Engineers with Wastewater/Reclamation municipal plant leadership experience for the Public Works Services Director vacancy.  Participated in Brevard Emergency Operations Management county-wide conference intended to address resource updates as well as preparedness as we enter into the busiest time of year for hurricane activity. As employees once again review the Hurricane Preparedness and Response Plan, citizens are advised to: Always Know Your Risks, Build a Kit, Make a Plan and Stay Informed.  Know Your Risks: (http://www.brevardcounty.us/EmergencyManagement/Preparedness) (http://web.brevardcounty.us/SpecialNeeds/Registration.aspx).  Build a Kit: Consider these things: https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit.  Make a Plan: Create your personal disaster plan and don’t wait until an emergency is occurring. http://www.floridadisaster.org/family/.  Stay informed: Follow @BrevardEOC on Twitter, like “Brevard County Emergency Management” on Facebook, and/or sign up for text messages (Text Follow BrevardEOC to 40404). Visit the Brevard County Emergency Management website for updates on Tropical Event 99L.  ZIKA UPDATE: Zika virus is being actively transmitted by mosquitos in a section of Miami Beach, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported, warning pregnant women to avoid non-essential travel in the region and all people in Miami-Dade County to take measures to prevent mosquito bites. A new case of locally transmitted Zika virus has been confirmed in a new Florida county raising fears that domestic cases of the virus could be steadily spreading. On Tuesday, Florida’s Gov. Rick Scott announced that a locally transmitted case of the virus had been confirmed in Pinellas County, Fla. in the Tampa Bay area. The Gulf Coast states like Texas and Louisiana are the most susceptible to Zika outbreak, a National Institute of Health (NIH) official said. HIGHLIGHT OF ZIKA CASES Brevard …………………………………………….12 Broward…………………………………………… 90 Miami Date………………………………………. 157 Florida cases not involving pregnant women: ……508 Florida cases involving pregnant women: …………70 Updated 08/26/2016 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL 2016 MUNICIPAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 8, 2016 CANDIDATES FOR TWO (2) CITY COUNCIL SEATS John Bond 8931 Lake Drive #402 Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 (321) 298-1118 home@johnbond.net Mike Brown 562 Casa Bella Drive Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 (321) 302-3032 Trooper0625@gmail.com Buzz Petsos 618 Madison Avenue Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 (321) 799-1876 buzzpetsos@earthlink.net Rocky Randels 308 East Central Boulevard P.O. Box 308 Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 (321) 784-5694 RockyRandels1@gmail.com SPACE COAST LEAGUE OF CITIES, INC. A Florida Not-for Profit Corporation CAPE CANAVERAL INDIALANTIC MELBOURNE BEACH ROCKLEDGE COCOA INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH MELBOURNE VILLAGE SATELLITE BEACH COCOA BEACH MALABAR PALM BAY TITUSVILLE GRANT-VALKARIA MELBOURNE PALM SHORES WEST MELBOURNE “CITIES OF BREVARD WORKING TOGETHER” Space Coast League of Cities - 1600 Huntington Lane - Rockledge, Fl. 32955 - Phone (321) 421-7171 Email: execsec@scloc.org ** PRESS RELEASE** For Immediate Release, August 8, 2016 Brevard, Florida—Brevard County Residents may apply for a scholarship (up to $2500). Applicants must be enrolled in a Florida college or university (public or private) and must be majoring in Public Administration, Public Planning, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Urban Planning, Environmental Engineering/Science or Leisure Services. Students working toward completion of the Florida City and County Management Program (CFLGE) certificate offered through Florida State University may also apply. Applications are available at any Brevard County municipality or email Space Coast League of Cities at execsec@scloc.org. The application deadline is October 28, 2016. All applicants will be notified of the decision by November 18, 2016. Community Engagement Update for Week Ending August 19, 2016 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. Other highlights include: Conversations with residents/pedestrians/business owners in regard to:  Cape Canaveral Community Garden Project  Video recordings of City Council meetings  Public Art Program/Art Park  Website improvements/navigation  Hurricane preparedness  Zika, Zika, Zika!  Community Brainstorm Event  Sustainability Plan The Community Brainstorm Event will be held on Monday, August 29, 2016 from 6-7:30 PM at the Cape Canaveral Public Library. It will be a casual meeting of the minds to create positive ideas that inspire positive change in the City of Cape Canaveral. Staff asks attendees to bring some fun ideas to the table, and talk about what the future could hold for Cape Canaveral. Topics will include, but are not limited to:  Sustainability  Cape Canaveral Community Garden Project  Bikeable/walkable master plan Staff met with the President of Solar Hydrogen Inc. to discuss green energy alternatives and sustainability initiatives for the City of Cape Canaveral. Solar Hydrogen Inc. is based out of Golden, Colorado and is currently working with Florida Solar Energy Center and UCF to create new/better fuel cells and improve energy storage. More information on Solar Hydrogen Inc can be found at solarhydrogeninc.com. The Cape Canaveral Community Garden Project continues to close in on completion at Patriots Park! Staff was recently interviewed by Florida Today about the project. The Garden will house ten (10) raised bed garden boxes of various sizes, rain barrels, compost area and a work table/storage desk. Interested gardeners of all experience levels are encouraged to attend the Community Brainstorm Event on Monday, August 29, 2016 from 6-7:30 PM at the Cape Canaveral Public Library. For more information, please follow this link: cityofcapecanaveral.org/events The City has finalized the purchase for 600 feet of Mobi-Mat to be placed at the Monroe Ave., Polk Ave. and Buchanan Ave. ADA accessible beach crossovers. It was through research and recommendations that the City decided to use the Mobi-Mat brand for its beach access mats. The Mobi-Mat brand is supported by and partnered with the National Recreation & Park Association, Florida Recreation & Park Association and the Army Engineer Association. The Mobi-Mat is 100% recycled and recyclable polyester, reduces deforestation and contributes to the recycling of plastic waste! By definition a Mobi-Mat is a “nonslip roll-up Beach Access MatTM Pathway used to create a more ADA accessible walkway for people with disabilities, walkers, elderly visitors and parents with strollers.” Connect with the City of Cape Canaveral on social media! Facebook – cityofcapecanaveral, 3,334 page likes, +5 Instagram – cityofcapecanaveral, 360, +22 Recent post: Twitter – capecanaveralfl, 357, +5 Recent tweet: Pinterest – capecanaveralfl, 508 inspiring pins Periscope – capecanaveralfl, 447 hearts Snapchat – capecanaveralfl, 153 score, +2 points, 24 followers MailChimp – 214 subscribers, +4 subscribers Social media bests! Tag the City in photos, tweets and posts to be considered.     Community Development Update for Week Ending August 26, 2016 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 38 inspections; processed 28 new building permit applications; 27 permits picked up and payments processed; processed 77 renewal Business Tax Receipts (BTR’s) fire/alarm payments; processed 7 new BTR applications; made 84 updates in Springbrook, printed 77 BTR licenses for mail out.  Processed one (1) new contractor information packet (Contractor License, Liability Insurance and W/C Insurance) allowing them to pull permits in Cape Canaveral.  Provided assistance completing building permit applications as needed.  Processed one (1) payment for single-family residence permit and processed one (1) payment for Impact Fees at 161 E. Central Blvd.  One (1) call to contractor regarding scheduling final inspections for building permits that are nearing expiration & permits recently expired.  Responded to 23 voicemails.  Responded to two (2) emails, faxes and calls requesting permit information from realtors and home inspectors.  One (1) phone call to Department of Agriculture regarding gas stations in the City; one (1) call to DBPR regarding rental properties and four (4) calls to other cities regarding stormwater management.  Assisted customers regarding fictitious names.  Returned 23 checks due to incorrect payments.  One (1) email to customer/business regarding Social Security number or EIN number.  Scanned 33 pages of Certificates of Insurance.  Scanned/verified 539 pages of Building Department documents. Code Enforcement performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests from the Public and provided office coverage throughout the week. Highlights:  Issued one (1) notice of violation.  Issued one (1) compliance letter.  Responded to eight (8) lien search requests.  Issued one (1) door tag for visible violations to be corrected.  Received one (1) Tree Removal Application. Staff reviewed application and met with City Arborist regarding condition of tree, which is a specimen tree and will be submitted for consideration to City Council.  Obtained compliance for three (3) violations in the field.  Conducted 15 site inspections.      Responded to 35 voicemails.  Covered front counter and assisted 12 citizens with building and code enforcement requests.  Removed 40 signs from right-of-way/telephone poles within the City.  Resolved two (2) address assignment requests and prepared correspondence notifying property owner and other required agencies of new address.  Received eight (8) new requests giving life-safety issues priority, followed closely by community appearance and property maintenance.  Code Enforcement Officers continue to conduct daily community sweeps for visible violations throughout the City.  Continued to gather and compile required documentation for the 2016 Annual National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating System recertification packet due by October 1, 2016.  Completed and implemented new Business Tax Receipt (BTR) application.  Records Management – 1,372 pages of documents scanned/verified; continued preparing records for disposition/destruction and 1.5 cubic feet prepared for destruction.  Met with City Planning consultant to discuss status of several projects including update of department’s application fees, revision of the zoning permitted use matrix and outline process by which a neighborhood plan for presidential streets will be accomplished.  Received notification from University of Florida’s Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) stating the City’s preliminary estimate of permanent population as of April 1, 2016, is 10,171. This estimate is one factor used by the state for purposes of annual distribution of state revenue-sharing funds. For comparison, last year’s population was 10,084.  Received notification that the court has granted the City’s motion for summary judgement regarding its foreclosure action for property located at 7521 Magnolia Avenue. The City Attorney’s Office has filed the affidavits setting forth total amounts due and will request the judge to enter a final judgement and set a sale date.  Conducted August 23, 2016, Board of Adjustment meeting to include:  Variance No. 2016-02 to reduce side yard setback from 8 feet to 4 feet for a residential structure at 127 Oak Lane – Board unanimously approved.  Special Exception No. 2016-03 for construction of an automotive service station at 8000 Astronaut Boulevard (Cumberland Farms) – Board unanimously approved. Economic Development Update for Week Ending August 26, 2016 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 Steel columns and I-beams supporting the 2nd floor have been erected. o Workers are welding the second floor decking and bridging. o When complete, welded wire mesh and 4 inches of concrete will be placed on top of the decking to complete the structural elevated floor system. o One of the two stairwells will soon be fitted with the engineered steel & concrete stairs to allow workers safe access to the top side of the elevated floor.  Along with Community Engagement Director/Interim Public Works Services Director, met with reporter from Florida Today regarding the City’s kick-off of the Community Garden Project. This Project, a product of the City’s sustainability focus and community brainstorming, is currently being constructed at Patriots Park, off of Long Point Rd.  Continued negotiations with local Mobile Home Park owner/operator regarding City ownership of a sliver parcel on the opposite side of N. Atlantic Ave. from the Park. The City and owner have agreed to conceptual terms which will include the granting of a landscaping easement to the City. If owned, the City will create a scaled community amenity on this site immediately west of Villages of Seaport.  At the suggestion of the Human Resources Director, contacted “Everbridge”, a Mass Communication System, currently under contract with Brevard County and the State of Florida. Everbridge provides a community notification platform which competes with our current community notification system, Blackboard Connect. Similar to the recently evaluated “Regroup” product, “Everbridge” offers competitive pricing, additional outreach mechanisms, including social media, emergency and/or non- emergency user opt-ins as well as an opt-in portal targeted to visitors who do not live here, but are interested in only receiving news related to specified topics. Will attend an online demonstration with Community Engagement Director/Interim Public Works Services Director next week.  Attended Ribbon-Cutting event at the new Fairvilla Boutique at 6103 N. Atlantic Ave.  Along with Community Development Director, held teleconference with representative of the Port of Call Development Agreement Project. The developer has proposed revisions to incorporate additional properties immediately across the street at the Radisson property where the hotel component of the Agreement will be developed as part of the proposed revisions. 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Cost: $95; no charge for companies in the Strategic Research or CEO Roundtable Program. In partnership with: MANUFACTURERS BUSINESS GROWTH PROGRAM Find our more at www.GrowFL.com/floridamakes Culture and Leisure Services Update for Week Ending August 26, 2016 Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests from the public. Director Meetings  City Manager  Community Development Director  Community Engagement Director  Human Resources Director  Administrative/Financial Services Director  Canaveral City Park Basketball Court Contractor Athletic Leagues - Monday night advanced tennis has a new player leading in first place over last season’s champion. Monday morning mixed doubles has one week left in the season before a new one begins on September 12. Wednesday night intermediate racquetball has a new leader with a flawless 5-0 record. Wednesday night intermediate tennis has two players tied for the lead with undefeated records. Thursday night intermediate tennis continues very competitive play with the youngest player leading the pack with a perfect record. Banana River Park Phase III – Contractor completed the bocce ball courts. Staff prepared the area for the shade shelter located between the putting green and bocce courts and contractor will pour the pad early next week. Shelter was ordered weeks ago and Staff will erect it once received. Shade structure for playground was ordered. Canaveral City Park – Thanks to NRPA’s Out of School Program Grant, the City was able to purchase new basketball goals for Canaveral City Park. Contractor removed old goals and will complete installation early next week. The courts will also get fresh lines giving the facility a very fresh look. 2016 Beach & Kite Fest – Get ready for a super fun event at Cherie Down Park. If you enjoyed the 2015 event, this year’s will blow it out of the water! Public Works Services Update for Week Ending August 26, 2016 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. At its August meeting, City Council approved Staff’s Contractor recommendation. Pre-construction meeting currently being scheduled; initial State Revolving Fund (SRF) documentation submitted. This is one of the projects funded through the City’s SRF Loan. Stormwater  Canaveral City Park Ex-filtration Project. Construction for the Project was initiated on August 3. Both the softball and Little League fields will be closed until Project completion in approximately six months; work is also being performed in the adjacent City streets. Sandpiper Park (playground), the Youth Center and the basketball courts will remain open. Sanitary sewer line beneath the Park was monitored by remote TV to document current conditions. Project is being funded with two grants from (1) Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and (2) State Legislature funds as well as funds from the City. Excavation along eastern side of Park – looking north.  Stormwater Annual Report. Staff submitted a response to Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) comments to the City’s Annual Report. Minor changes requested by FDEP are being implemented by Staff. The next Annual Report and Notice of Intent (NOI) for Program Cycle IV are due by July 31, 2017.  Brevard IRL Coalition Strategic Partners Meeting. Staff attended this meeting at the Brevard Zoo on August 24. Key topics of discussion included: o This is a registered Political Action Committee (PAC) consisting of non-profits, private firms, governmental agencies and Brevard County residents. o The main purpose is to support the Brevard County ½ cent sales tax referendum for Indian River Lagoon restoration. o Social media, direct mailings and advertising will be used to inform the public about the Brevard County Referendum on the November 8 ballot. o Donations are accepted at www.citizensforthelagoon.org. Infrastructure Maintenance (IM)  North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape Project. Pedway construction on western side of the street continues along North Atlantic Avenue. Contractor currently performing directional drill borings for irrigation system along the entire North Atlantic Avenue corridor. Landscaping and paving overbuild activities to begin week of August 29, as well as installation of traffic signs. Maintenance of traffic (MOT) includes closure of one lane on North Atlantic Avenue during working hours; flagmen are utilized to direct traffic. All roads will be open after working hours. Estimated project completion – late October 2016. NOTE: All businesses in the North Atlantic Avenue corridor will remain open during construction activities. New landscape islands near Shorewood Drive – looking south. Miscellaneous  Oak Lane Improvement Project. Engineering design continues on this Project; 90% engineering drawings completed. Staff met with the adjacent property owner to expand the existing sewer easement to provide adequate area for construction of a stormwater pipe to the Central Ditch.  Tropical Storm Preparations. Staff performed preparations for the approach of a tropical storm over the weekend. City equipment and supplies were secured, lift station wet wells pumped down, stormwater inlets cleaned of debris, etc. Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Cape Canaveral Precinct Update for Week Ending August 26, 2016 Page 1 of 1 Patrol Division Weekly Statistics August 18 thru August 24, 2016 Type Weekly Total Case Reports Written 35 Case Reports Closed 27 Arrests Made 13 Front Desk Weekly Statistics August 18 thru August 24, 2016 Type Weekly Total Phone Calls Answered 42 Walk-ups Assisted 26 Fingerprint Cards Completed 4 Notary Assistance for Citizens 1 Citizen On Patrol Weekly Statistics August 18 thru August 24, 2016 Type Weekly Total Patrol Hours Completed 19 Office/Training/Meeting Hours 1 Miles Driven 36 Total Volunteer Hours 20   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 August 26, 2016 1. Weekly meeting with CPA staff and BCSO. 2. Port Commission meeting. 3. Payroll processed and transmitted. 4. In service Medical training with Dr. Mac. 5. Training with First flight medical Helicopter. 6. Relocated all specialty firefighting equipment to a permanent building on Southside of the Port. 7. Prevention conducted 8 new and 23 follow ups. They reviewed 4 new construction plans and 5 reviews for permits.