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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWeekly Update - 11-04-16 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 November 4, 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 Council Member McMillin 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:  Oak Lane – new Board of Adjustment Meeting regarding Variance No. 16-02 is scheduled Tuesday, November 22nd at 6pm; scheduled second newspaper advertisement to run 11-10-2016 (see attached); continued building “Oak Lane” Public Records Request (PRR) file in the City’s Public Records Portal in Laserfiche online www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/public_records for various PRRs fulfillment.  Council Meetings – continued preparing for 11-15-2016 Regular Meeting.  Met with HR Director and Finance Director to discuss FEMA paperwork.  Met with City Manager and select Department Directors regarding various items/issues.  Election – Campaign Treasurers Report Code G7 from City Council candidates is due today, Friday, November 4th; Early Voting ends tomorrow, Saturday, November 5th; Election Day is Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Visit www.VoteBrevard.com for more info. Financial Services Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests from the Public. Highlights:  Met with City Manager and HR Director to discuss organizational issues.  Attended Public Assistance Pre-Briefing at Brevard County Emergency Operations Center regarding Hurricane Matthew.  Met with Directors to complete Hurricane forms for expenses related to FEMA reimbursement for Hurricane Matthew. Human Resources/Risk Management Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities. Highlights: IRS Announces 2017 Retirement Plan Dollar Limits The IRS recently announced cost-of-living adjustments for 2017 in Notice 2016-62. The key dollar limits, along with last year’s limits, are noted below. Maximum Qualified Retirement Plan Dollar Limits 2016 2017 Limit on Section 401(k) deferrals (Section 402(g)) $18,000 $18,000 Dollar limitation for catch-up contributions (Section 414(v)(2)(B)(i)) $6,000 $6,000 Limit on deferrals for government and tax-exempt organization deferred compensation plans (Section 457(e)(15)) $18,000 $18,000 Annual benefit limitation for a defined benefit plan (Section 415(b)(1)(A)) $210,000 $215,000 Limitation on annual contributions to a defined contribution plan (Section 415(c)(1)(A)) $53,000 $54,000 Limitation on compensation that may be considered by qualified retirement plans (Section 401(a)(17)) $265,000 $270,000 Dollar amount for the definition of highly compensated employee (Section 414(q)(1)(B)) $120,000 $120,000 Dollar amount for the definition of a key employee in a top-heavy plan (Section 416(i)(1)(A)(i)) $170,000 $175,000 Dollar amount for determining the maximum account balance in an ESOP subject to a five-year distribution period (Section 409(o)(1)(C)(ii)) $1,070,000 $1,080,000 SIMPLE retirement account limitation (Section 408(p)(2)(E)) $12,500 $12,500 Social Security Taxable Wage Base $118,500 $127,500 December 1st is the Effective Date for The New Overtime Rules – Are You Ready? The new rules become effective December 1, 2016. Employers should now be consulting with their labor and employment counsel to determine how to prepare/verify they are in compliance with the new rules. The rule changes focus primarily on the compensation amount needed for a worker to qualify as exempt (i.e., not subject to the overtime requirements). While an employee must still meet the “duties test” to qualify as exempt, the updated rules change the salary amount from $455/week (the equivalent of $23,660/year) to $913/week (the equivalent of $47,476/year) — essentially doubling the amount an employee must earn before satisfying the salary basis test to qualify as exempt. In addition, the final rules also set the total annual compensation requirement for highly compensated employees at $134,000 and establish a mechanism for automatically updating the salary and compensation levels every three years. Previous adjustments to the City’s Pay Plan have minimized any budget impact of this rules change on personnel costs.  Staff is currently seeking qualified candidates for the vacancies of Wastewater Plant Operator and Utilities Mechanic (2). An offer was extended and accepted by a qualified candidate for the Code Enforcement Officer vacancy with post offer of employment administrative processing underway. A November 14, 2016 start date is anticipated. Interviews of qualified candidates were conducted for Plant Operator and Utilities Mechanic vacancies.  Open Enrollment Staff successfully concluded Employee Open Enrollment for Benefits effective December 1, 2016. Enrollments were individually confirmed and forwarded to the City’s insurance broker for provider processing. Staff is working with Financial Services to ensure enrollments/ deductions are accurately updated. Many thanks to all for accommodating a compressed Open Enrollment period necessitated by Hurricane Matthew. Once again, Staff “got the job done” with ease and a positive attitude.  Florida Municipal Insurance Trust continues to review the City’s claim in order to make a final determination on an eligible payout. Staff is working closely with the Administrative/Financial Services in the lengthy and complex process of establishing the City’s eligibility for FEMA Public Assistance as follows: o Work closely with Department Directors in determining additional damages to Public Property and assets to include follow-up on repairs and invoices needed for FEMA reimbursement. o Attended the Brevard Emergency Operations Management’s sponsored “Pre-Applicant Briefing” along with other Brevard County municipalities and agencies intended to provide assistance in the process. o The “Applicant Briefing” conducted by FEMA claims representatives is scheduled for Monday, November 7th at 2:00PM at the EOC Rockledge Facilities. o Staff continued to provide updates pertaining to Individual Assistance claimants. Residents and small businesses may obtain the most up to date information by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofcapecanaveral.org.  The City’s United Way Pledge Drive concluded with a total of $4,993.00. Many thanks to all who have elected to invest in our community. CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL Notice of Public Hearing The Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of considering a Variance application filed by John Dismore, Applicant, to allow for a four (4) foot setback from the subject property’s eastern most lot line rather than the eight (8) foot set back required by Section 110-297(a)(2), Cape Canaveral City Code. The subject property is owned by Sheropa, LLC and has a street address of 127 Oak Lane (Parcel ID#24 371428 A.25). The public hearing will be held at the Cape Canaveral Public Library, 201 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 6:00 pm, or soon thereafter. Interested parties are invited to attend this meeting and be heard. If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board of Adjustment with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he/she may need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact the Community Development Department, 48 hours in advance of the meeting at (321)868-1222. For more information, please contact the Community Development Department at (321)868-1222. Community Engagement Update for Week Ending November 4, 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:  Election / City Council  Veterans Community / Victory Garden  Bat boxes / volunteers  Technology / computer events Staff participated in the Community Trunk or Treat / Monster Mash event on Friday, October 28, 2016. Community Engagement and Public Works Services Staff collaborated on vehicle design and Halloween decorations. The Community Engagement table featured pumpkin The Space Between coloring sheets, candy (of course ) and City branded wristbands. Staff would like to thank Melissa and Tim Bass for volunteering their time and PWS employees Wayne Gauler, Tim Carlisle, Casey Bosse and Mary Finneran for helping make the decorations/event a success.   To view more images visit the Google Album by following this link: https://goo.gl/photos/pScwmVbVBUoVd5vJ6 It’s time to vote Cape Canaveral! Here are some Election Day tips from votebrevard.com  The polls are open from 7 AM to 7 PM on Election Day. In general, the peak voting times are 7 AM to 8 AM, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and 5 PM to 7 PM. If possible, voters are encouraged to vote at a time other than these peak voting periods. All eligible voters in line at their polls at 7 PM will be allowed to vote, regardless of the length of the line  Per Florida Statute 101.045, you must vote in the precinct of your legal residence.  To be allowed to vote, you must show a valid form of identification, which must contain the voter's name and photograph and must not be expired.  If you are voting at Cape View Elementary, you should avoid voting at the arrival/ dismissal time for the school.  While in the polls voting, voters may wear t-shirts, buttons, hats, etc., which express their political preferences as long as they are not actively campaigning.  If you need assistance in voting due to blindness, disability or inability to read or write, you may have someone of your choice (or two poll workers) assist you in voting. You may not have your employer, an agent of your employer, or an officer or agent of your union assist you in voting [Section 101.051(1), Florida Statutes]. In addition, accessible touchscreen voting machines are available at each polling location.  If you do not vote for any candidates or vote for more candidates than are allowed in a contest, only that contest will be affected; any other contests in which the allowed number of candidates are selected will be counted.  If you make a mistake in voting, tell the clerk in charge of the polling location, give him or her your spoiled ballot, and you will be issued a replacement ballot. Your spoiled ballot will be sealed and no one will be allowed to see it. You may not receive more than two replacement ballots per election.  If you have requested/received an absentee ballot, but then decide to vote at your polling location instead, take the absentee ballot with you, give it to the poll workers and you will be allowed to vote. If you requested an absentee ballot but lost it or never received it, you will be allowed to vote a regular ballot if the poll workers can contact the elections office and verify that you have not already voted; otherwise you will have to vote by provisional ballot. More tips can be viewed by following this link http://www.votebrevard.com/Election- Information/Election-Day-Tips City of Cape Canaveral polling location are listed below:  Cape View Elementary 8440 Rosalind Ave. Cape Canaveral, FL 32920  Cape Canaveral Public Library 201 Polk Ave. Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 Staff attended the 2016 City Council Candidate Meet & Greet on Saturday, October 29, 2016 held at the Canaveral Public Library. The four (4) City Council candidates had 5 minutes each to speak about concerns, policies and plans to a crowd of approximately 20. Staff used the live stream app Periscope to broadcast/archive the event, and it can be viewed by following this link https://twitter.com/CapeCanaveralFL/status/792382168081190912 35 Live Viewers and 46 Replay Viewers The City was recently visited by a company called Genovation, a company with the long-term goal to be the premier provider of green automobiles in the U.S. The company was in town to attempt to break the 200 mph world record on the Kennedy Space Center runway with their GXE electric Corvette. The company had forgotten its electric charger in Maryland, and using the Plugshare App found our first City free to the public charging station. The Genovation crew plugged in the GXE and checked out the Trunk or Treat event on their way to a local restaurant. Hurricane Matthew disaster relief cleanup has ended in Cape Canaveral. From Monday, October 10, 2016 to Monday, October 31, 2016 Waste Pro removed 777.69 tons of waste! (505.68 tons of yard waste and 272.01) tons of solid waste. Condominiums, apartments, HOA, commercial properties, private roads and mobile home parks can apply for FEMA assistance by following this link http://floridapa.org/ Staff will be attending Friday Fest with bat box/house decorations for attendees to help decorate/paint. The wooden decorations will be attached to the bat box/houses once assembled. Children and adults will be encouraged to participate in the community activity. Look for the Community Engagement table at this week’s Friday Fest. Bat boxes are small wooden ‘houses’ that provide a safe home for bats to live, rest and raise pups. Bats are known to eat upwards of 1,000 mosquitoes every hour during the night, and are a successful natural alternative to control mosquitos that may carry the ZIKA virus. The boxes/houses will be hung throughout the City by PWS Staff. There will be a City Brainstorm Event on November 9, 2016 from 6-8 PM at the Nancy Hanson Recreation Complex. It is a casual meeting of the minds to create positive ideas that inspire positive change in the City of Cape Canaveral. Theme - Cape Canaveral: Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'! Connect with the City of Cape Canaveral on social media! Facebook – cityofcapecanaveral, 3,579 page likes, +32 Recent posts: Instagram – cityofcapecanaveral, 461 followers, +8 followers Recent posts:   Twitter – capecanaveralfl, 801 followers Recent Tweets: Pinterest – capecanaveralfl, 604 inspiring pins Periscope – capecanaveralfl, 647 hearts (live stream likes), +142 hearts, 33 followers, +5 followers Snapchat – capecanaveralfl, 210 point score, +4 points, 25 followers MailChimp – 282 subscribers, +3 subscribers Social media bests! Tag the City in photos, tweets and posts to be considered. Community Development Update for Week Ending November 4, 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 67 inspections; processed 29 new building permit applications; 35 permits picked up and payments processed; processed six (6) new Business Tax Receipts (BTR’s); processed seven (7) renewal Business Tax Receipts, alarm and/or fire payments; printed/updated/scanned 87 Fire Alarm permits.  Provided inspections for New City Hall to include completion of one (1) pre-pour tie beam partial second floor, completed one (1) cell fill for stairwell top out.  Processed three (3) new contractor information packets (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) records request for 8700 Ridgewood Avenue.  Processed three (3) payments for after the fact permits (work performed prior to obtaining a required building permit).  Processed one (1) payment for an expired permit.  Responded to seven (7) emails, faxes and calls requesting permit information from realtors and home inspectors.  Responded to six (6) voicemails.  Responded to 56 incoming phone calls.  Contacted one (1) contractor regarding scheduling final inspections for building permits that are nearing expiration & permits recently expired.  Scanned nine (9) pages of Certificates of Insurance.  Phone calls to State of Florida, Daytona Beach and Osceola County for HOA information.  Three (3) hours website research regarding HOA’s.  Assisted 14 walk-in customers. Code Enforcement performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests from the Public and provided office coverage throughout the week. Highlights:  Received 10 new requests giving life-safety issues priority, followed closely by community appearance and property maintenance.  Conducted five (5) site inspections.  Removed 37 signs from right-of-way/telephone poles within the City.  Responded to five (5) lien search requests.  Provided counter coverage and assisted 10 citizens with building and code enforcement requests.  Responded to 38 voicemails regarding complaints and inquiries.  Code Enforcement Officer continues to conduct daily community sweeps for visible violations throughout the City.  Obtained compliance in the field for six (6) Code violations.  Issued two (2) door tags for visible violations to be corrected.  Responded to three (3) work without permit complaints due to hurricane damage.  Issued two (2) Notice of Violation letters.  Issued one (1) compliance letter. Planning performed day-to-day duties/responsibilities, assisted with various requests from the Public and provided office coverage throughout the week. Highlights:  Records Management – 1,731 pages of documents scanned/verified.  Coordinated/Attended and prepared minutes for DRC meeting on November 2, 2016.  Assisted Infrastructure Maintenance to complete 2016 Arbor Day Foundation Tree City USA Application.  Prepared Department of Homeland Security FEMA Force Account Labor Summary Records.  The November 15, 2016 Community Redevelopment Agency meeting has been cancelled, as there is no business for it to consider. The next meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2017.  Following discussions with City Attorney and Jim Beadle, Esq., decision was made to cancel Appeal Hearing related to Variance No. 16-02 (127 Oak Lane) scheduled for October 24, 2016. This decision was made in an abundance of caution to ensure that the City’s public notice process meets the letter and intent of the law; which is to ensure that the public has the opportunity to participate in the process. It was determined that the list of property owners provided to the City, which was used to mail notices regarding the original Board of Adjustment meeting, did not include the most up-to-date property ownership. The variance request will be reconsidered by the Board of Adjustment on November 22, 2016 at 6:00 pm at the Cape Canaveral Public Library at 201 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, FL.  The Judicial Sale related to 7521 Magnolia Drive was cancelled due to property owner filing a bankruptcy case. City Attorney’s Office will work to get relief from the automatic stay provision so the foreclosure sale can be completed.  Met with several property owners regarding hurricane damaged signs and how they can be repaired to be consistent with the City’s sign regulations that recently went into effect.  Coordinated conference call between City Attorney’s Office and BCSO Cape Canaveral Precinct Commander regarding the City’s homeless and how best to address loitering in public parks (beaches) and beach crossovers. The City’s current Code provides for a number of enforcement measures; however, these measures are not geared towards dealing with a homeless individual. The City Attorney’s Office will research/recommend revisions to the Code to allow for more effective enforcement.  Conducted November 2nd Development Review Committee meeting where the following items were discussed:  Proposed Holiday Inn hotel on property located at south end of Columbia Road; 125 room project with conference facilities and roof-top lounge.  Proposed 54,000 square foot storage building located in north end of the City south of George King Boulevard. Property is accessed by Challenger Road and is zoned M-1 (Industrial). Economic Development Update for Week Ending November 4, 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 Tradework continues on the first floor (metal stud wall framing, electrical conduits, wiring, sanitary plumbing pipes, internal stormwater pipes, A/C ductwork and fire sprinkler lines). o Masonry/structural concrete work on the second floor is nearing completion. o Roof framing will begin next.  Project Zeus status update: o The Brevard County Property Appraiser Office (BCPAO) has provided the Report required by FL Statutes Section 196.1995(9) which details the Ad Valorem tax abatement amount. o The second and final Reading of Ordinance No. 05-2016 has been prepared for the November 15th City Council meeting. An economic development agreement will accompany the ordinance.  Along with Mayor Hoog, Cultural and Leisure Services Director, met with Brevard Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent and staff to discuss City ownership/operation of Cherie Down Park. Cherie Down Park is a 6.99 acre facility located on Ridgewood Ave. It is currently owned by Brevard County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and the Brevard County School Board. Brevard County BOCC has a lease from the School Board to use the property as a park and beach access until 2080. Amenities include a bathroom, small pavilion, lifeguard shack, outdoor shower and boardwalk. Restrictions will remain in place regarding usage as a public park and Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) staging/conservation area. In its current condition, much of the facility is dated, dilapidated and unusable. The County has indicated a willingness to deed the property to the City. BPS is considering the item. Future of Park if City-owned: o The facility will remain available to Cape View students/staff, BPS and the general public. o The City is supportive of a Reverter Clause benefitting BPS/BOCC should the facility ever fall out of City-ownership or into disrepair. o The Park will become a flagship beachfront facility for the City as a resident/tourist, family-centric attraction and destination, further enhancing community-offered amenities. o We envision building a 2,000 – 3,000 s.f. facility on site that would be a highly interactive Resource Center focusing on environmental education elements including Eco-Friendly/Sustainability Initiatives, Local History and Nature, geared to K-6. Significant BPS interaction would be anticipated with Cape View Elementary Students, but certainly not limited to just one school. o Community programs are envisioned as well (oyster mat making, mussel mats, sea oat planting, marine education, etc.). o Permanent signage would be installed at the Park recognizing the Brevard Public Schools for their donation. o The first step would be a community wide master planning process at a cost of approximately $50,000. The master planning outcome would include construction documents and project phasing. o Capital Improvement/Expansion projects would be phased in as funds become available. o New revenue opportunities would be explored to offset upgrading, operating and maintenance costs, including Pavilion Rentals and a Concessionaire. o The City would hire one weekend part-time employee to maintain the facility who would also assist with maintenance of other City facilities. The weekday upkeep would be absorbed by existing Staff. o The Park would become a community-engaging facility showcasing public art; highlighting the City of Cape Canaveral’s brand of “The Space Between”.  Attended Space Coast Public Information Officers (PIO) Meeting.  Attended Development Review Committee Meeting. Items discussed: o Proposed Holiday Inn hotel on property located at south end of Columbia Drive; 125 room project with conference facilities and roof-top lounge. o Proposed 54,000 square foot storage building located in north end of the City south of George King Boulevard. Property is accessed by Challenger Road and is zoned M-1 (Industrial).  Attended Port Master Plan meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to solicit public input. Staff continued to stress the importance of future uses of CPA property located in the City’s Economic Opportunity Overlay District and the connector roads. One potential conceptual sketch is shown below:  Please see attached News Release from Craig Technologies. :: number five :: Innovating From Within = Expanding Your Business - Carol Craig in Florida Forward Craig Technologies founder and CEO Carol Craig was featured in Florida Forward on the importance of investing in innovation for your small business. "New businesses seeking to survive in today's marketplace must come up with innovative ideas, products, and/or services regularly to thrive" said Craig. "This is no different in the government contracting realm... having the right processes in place is critical to not only getting new business, but keeping it." After using several cheap and ineffective business development products, Craig decided to hire her own in-house software developer to create custom solutions that met Craig Technologies business model. The fruit of this investment is ProDash™ an easy to use web interface that automatically funnels and sorts contracting opportunities based on the users custom preferences. Read the full article and learn how ProDash™ can increase your business development efficiency. :: number four :: October is National Women's Small Business Month The Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), which was founded in 1997, is the largest and most relied upon third-party certifier of women-owned businesses. WBENC's goal is to be the most valued women-owned and operated certification. October is National Women's Small Business Month - the October 2016 WBENC President's Report covers this and many more highlights of the remarkable women in business. Founded by Carol Craig in 1999, Craig Technologies is a women-owned small business and is WBENC certified. WBENC certified businesses like Craig Technologies rank better statistically than the majority of women-owned businesses nationally. While only 4.2% of the estimated 11 million plus women- owned businesses nationwide have revenues over 1 million dollars, 60% of WBENC enterprises have reached this mark. Data used from the October 2016 WBENC President's Report Craig Technologies also falls within the 10th percentile of WBENC businesses with between 100 and 499 employees. Visit the WBENC website to find out what makes WBENC certified businesses superior. :: number three :: The Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) Celebrates 40 Years Founded in 1976, the Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS), a joint venture between NASA and the FAA, allows the aviation and railroad industries to confidentially report safety violations and incidents. The data collected by these reports plays a crucial role in addressing deficiencies and issues that lead to corrective measures and policies. As a subcontractor to Booz Allen Hamilton, Craig Technologies was awarded a five year follow on contract in May 2016 to support NASA Ames Research Center under the ASRS and related systems. Craig Technologies' employees provide expert analysis in railroad incident reporting, system operations and maintenance, as well as graphic design, website administration and data quality assurance for the ASRS mission. The ASRS recently celebrated 40 years of safety reporting. Read the article and watch the video commemorating the occasion. The ASRS Celebrates 40 Years - Featured in "This Week @ NASA - 4:07" :: number two :: Craig Technologies Hosts Open House for KISS IV at the Kennedy Space Center Craig Technologies is excited to team with Chenega to pursue the Kennedy Space Center Institutional Support Services (KISS IV) contract onsite at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. On Wednesday, October 19th, Craig Technologies hosted a successful open house at their Cape Canaveral Headquarters facility. The open house targeted people interested in the Kennedy Space Center's Institutional Support Services (KISS) IV contract. Craig had Human Resources and recruiting staff available to answer questions about benefits and help with applying for positions. If you are interested in learning about any of the positions and Craig Technologies, visit our website. :: number one :: Craig Technologies Awarded Subcontract with KBRwyle Craig Technologies was awarded a subcontract from KBRwyle to support the Naval Air Technical Data and Engineering Service Center (NATEC). Craig will be providing contractor field services to support corrosion control on various systems and equipment. Craig will be informing, instructing, and training Navy and Marine Corps military and civilian personnel to be proficient in the prevention, inspection and treatment of corrosion on a variety of aircraft types and weapon systems at different locations throughout the United States. This is an essential service to develop the technical skills and abilities of Navy and Marine Corps military and civilian personnel who are responsible for the operation and maintenance of their assigned aviation platform and weapon system/program. Founded in 1999 by CEO Carol Craig, Craig Technologies has been supporting the U.S. Navy and war-fighter by providing IT, Engineering, and Technical Services for over 16 years. To find out more about our core capabilities visit our website or email BusDev@craigtechinc.com B ECAUSE I T'S ALL ABOUT THE M ISSION® Culture and Leisure Services Update for Week Ending November 4, 2016 Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests from the public. Director Meetings  City Manager  Economic Development Director / Mayor / Brevard County School Superintendent  Administrative Services Director  Development Review Committee  City Engineer  Cocoa Beach High School Student – Take Stock in Children Mentorship Program  Canaveral City Park Master Plan Design Firm Athletic Leagues - Monday morning mixed doubles continued with one week of play remaining before the start of a new league on November 14. Wednesday night advanced racquetball completed the championship with an upset match as the top player went down in straight sets. The new racquetball champion was very happy with his match stating he has been trying to beat his opponent for the past two years. Wednesday night intermediate tennis is now halfway through the season with this week’s leaders all winning in two sets. A new Wednesday night advanced racquetball league will begin on November 9. Farmers Market – Everyone is invited to enjoy the fresh produce, baked goods and artisanal products offered at the new and improved Farmers Market. See you Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Xeriscape Park on Taylor Avenue across the street from the Nancy Hanson Recreation Complex. Friday Fest – Consider yourself invited to the best street party in Brevard County. Beer and wine sales will be hosted by the City and vended by City volunteers to include residents, employees and advisory board members. A big thank you goes out to all who stepped forward to make the event happen. The festivities start at 6:00 p.m. and will feature The Umbrella Thieves on stage. For a glimpse of all the fun, please visit: http://theumbrellathieves.com/index.html Youth Tennis Group Lessons – Two spots remain available for youth tennis! We will continue to register children for this awesome new program until the class is full. 13 children ranging in age from six to twelve started their journey with the sport of Tennis. The program takes place Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the Nancy Hanson Recreation Complex. Lessons are free for Cape Canaveral Residents and $5.00 per class for Non-Residents. Equipment is available for use at no additional cost. Pre-registration is required. Fast Feed Tennis Clinics- Fast feed tennis clinics are designed to provide a fun aerobic tennis workout. Participants run through doubles and/or singles “live-ball” drills simulating actual match play situations. Clinics are open to players of all skill levels, ages 18 and up. Cost is $5 per player, per session. Pre-registration is not required. Public Works Services Update for Week Ending November 4, 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. Pre-construction meeting held on October 20; numerous valves, piping, aerators, etc., and other materials already ordered/in fabrication. Mobilization of heavy equipment scheduled for the first week of January 2017. This is one of the projects funded through the City’s State Revolving Fund (SRF) Loan.  Annual Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) WWTP Inspection. FDEP staff performed this annual inspection on November 3. Results of the inspection will be forthcoming in a letter report.  Reclaimed Water Improvements. Staff and the Inmate Crew performed minor repairs and painting of the reclaimed water pumps at the WWTP. Reclaimed water pumps at the WWTP – looking southwest. Infrastructure Maintenance (IM)  North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape Project. Contractor continues installing landscaping and performing several corrective actions. The original landscaping plan was completely revised due to the presence of numerous unmarked underground utilities. Paving of roadway continues the week of November 7. Maintenance of traffic (MOT) includes closure of one lane on North Atlantic Avenue during working hours; flagmen are utilized to direct traffic. Estimated project completion – November 2016. NOTE: All businesses in the North Atlantic Avenue corridor will remain open during construction activities. Stormwater  Canaveral City Park Ex-filtration Project. Contractor continuing with installation of underground stormwater chambers; corrective actions to the sanitary sewer line located beneath the softball infield completed. Excavation of Little League field initiated. Both the softball and Little League fields will be closed until Project completion in late 2016 or early 2017. Sandpiper Park (playground), Youth Center and basketball courts will remain open. Project is being funded with two grants from (1) FDEP and (2) State Legislature funds as well as funds from the City. The City also received an additional $50,380 in grant funds from FDEP for this Project. Installation of underground stormwater chambers - looking south. Miscellaneous  Reclaimed Water Line Repair. A significant leak in the reclaimed water line along the western side of SR A1A near Hidden Harbor Condominiums was repaired.  “Save Our Lagoon” Sign Waving on Election Day. The Brevard Indian River Lagoon (IRL) Coalition is seeking volunteers to wave signs at key locations throughout the County in support of the upcoming ½ cent sales tax referendum on November 8. Please contact the Coalition at meilang76@gmail.com if you would like to volunteer. Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Cape Canaveral Precinct Update for Week Ending November 4, 2016 Page 1 of 2 Patrol Division Monthly Statistics October, 2016 Type Monthly Total Case Reports Written 155 Case Reports Closed 113 Arrests Made 61 Front Desk Monthly Statistics October, 2016 Type Monthly Total Phone Calls Answered 393 Walk-ups Assisted 112 Fingerprint Cards Completed 15 Notary Assistance for Citizens 11 Citizen On Patrol Monthly Statistics October, 2016 Type Monthly Total Patrol Hours Completed 21 Office/Training/Meeting Hours 8 Miles Driven 200 Total Volunteer Hours 29 Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Cape Canaveral Precinct Weekly Update (continued) Patrol Division Weekly Statistics October 27 thru November 2, 2016 Type Weekly Total Case Reports Written 30 Case Reports Closed 21 Arrests Made 12 Front Desk Weekly Statistics October 27 thru November 2, 2016 Type Weekly Total Phone Calls Answered 47 Walk-ups Assisted 29 Fingerprint Cards Completed 7 Notary Assistance for Citizens 2 Citizen On Patrol Weekly Statistics October 27 thru November 2, 2016 Type Weekly Total Patrol Hours Completed 7.5 Office/Training/Meeting Hours 3 Miles Driven 58 Total Volunteer Hours 10.5   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 November 4, 2016 1. Weekly meeting with CPA staff and BCSO. 2. Brevard County Emergency Management meeting. 3. City DRC meeting. 4. Trunk or Treat with BCSO and City Staff. 5. Employee Benefits renewal meetings. 6. Payroll processed and transmitted. 7. Interviews with prospective Volunteers. 8. Training on Power DMS software. 9. Assisted Cocoa FD with Lieutenants testing.