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Weekly Update
Week Ending July 17, 2015
Cape Canaveral VISION Statement
Administrative Services
Community Development
Economic Development
Leisure Services
Public Works Services
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Canaveral Fire Rescue
CAPE CANAVERAL VISION STATEMENT
WE ENVISION: A bike-able and walk-able Cape Canaveral that retains and enhances its residential
feel, characterized by low-rise buildings not more than 4 stories in height. This residential and business
friendly atmosphere is one of a live-able, attractive, safe, secure and sustainable coastal community that
embraces the beach and riverside as the main amenities, and supports local culture 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 calmly travel to intimate waterfront destinations and a walk-able downtown 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 “downtown” 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 July 17, 2015
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.
Participated in a virtual meeting session with representatives from Brad Smith & Associates, PWS
Director & Deputy Director, Community Development Director and Economic Development
Director regarding economic development and City transformation efforts.
Met with Council Member Petsos regarding Budget/agenda items.
Executive Assistant 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 and the City Manager’s Office.
Highlights:
555 pages of documents scanned/verified.
Council Meetings – distributed Agendas/Packets for Budget Workshop/Regular City Council
Meetings of 7/21/2015.
Election – Qualifying Period for this year’s General Election is scheduled from 12 Noon, August
7, 2015 through 12 Noon, August 21, 2015.
Bid #2015-09 – Mowing & Maintenance: responded to inquiries/requests; Mandatory Pre-Bid
Meeting was 7/7/15; sealed Bid deadline is 2 p.m., 7/30/15.
Bid #2015-06 (Re-bid) – North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape Improvements: responded to inquiries/
requests; Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting was 7/10/15; sealed Bid deadline is 2 p.m., 8/4/15.
Bid #2015-03 – Lift Station No. 2 Gravity Sewer Improvements Project Phase I: advertisement
published 7/8/15; responded to inquiries/requests; Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting was 7/13/15; sealed
Bid deadline is 2 p.m., 8/13/15.
Bid #2015-10 – Roadway/Parking Lot Striping Project: placed Notice of Bid advertisement to run
in newspaper 7/17/15; sealed Bid deadline is 2 p.m., 8/4/15.
Attended Brevard County City Clerks Association Meeting.
Provided support to Community Development related to Business Tax Receipt Renewals.
Financial Services Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-
in requests from the Public. Highlights:
Met with Community Development Director and Building Official to discuss upcoming conversion
of Building Permit and Inspection module from IMS to Springbrook.
Met with Public Works Services Director and Deputy Director regarding Asset Management.
Human Resources/Risk Management Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities. Highlights:
Sourcing, screening and interviewing candidates for the following vacancies:
o Wastewater Reclamation Inspector/Laboratory Technician
o Utilities Mechanic
Newly hired Utilities Mechanic completed orientation and reported for work July 13, 2015.
Candidate selected for Plant Operator Trainee completed post offer of employment screening.
Met with Community Development Director to discuss staffing levels/workflow.
Completed analysis of Health Insurance enrollments for 2012 and 2013 in order to qualify for a
Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) refund from the City’s previous provider as mandated by the Affordable
Care Act for the purpose of calculating the City’s Total Average Employees for any given year.
The Affordable Care Act requires health insurance issuers to submit data on the proportion of
premium revenues spent on clinical services and quality improvement, also known as the Medical
Loss Ratio (MLR). If an insurance company spends less than 80% of premium revenues on clinical
services and quality (or less than 85% in the large group market), it is required to provide a rebate
to customers.
Rebates must be paid by August 1 of each year and may take the form of a check in the mail, a lump-
sum reimbursement to a bank account (if the premium was paid by credit or debit card) or a direct
reduction in future premiums. For individuals with employer-sponsored insurance, the employer
may provide one of the above rebate methods or otherwise apply the rebate in a manner that benefits
the employee. The following is intended to demonstrate the significance of monies involved in these
rebates and why the City is pursing these monies.
2013 MLR Rebates by State were as follows:
Location Total Rebates Total Consumers Benefiting from
Rebates
Average Rebate per
Family
United States1 $332,152,474 6,816,423 $80
Alabama $990,323 10,342 $111
Alaska $3,062,042 11,431 $388
Arizona $11,370,182 347,772 $51
Arkansas $6,269,271 57,712 $183
California $11,902,850 490,052 $39
Colorado $2,721,701 52,277 $93
Connecticut $3,019,862 69,186 $72
Delaware $734,278 5,886 $174
District of Columbia $11,411,222 164,503 $149
Florida $41,679,928 981,273 $65
Georgia $11,141,472 304,940 $53
Hawaii $4,892,872 68,090 $133
Idaho $1,576,721 31,589 $92
Illinois $8,387,603 108,581 $120
Indiana $11,889,719 254,127 $84
Iowa $1,753,306 14,598 $206
Kansas $3,615,148 59,966 $89
Kentucky $6,298,456 209,476 $43
Location Total Rebates Total Consumers Benefiting from
Rebates
Average Rebate per
Family
Louisiana $4,947,832 119,720 $71
Maine $1,845,006 19,542 $149
Maryland $17,265,604 206,102 $140
Massachusetts $15,093,428 208,751 $133
Michigan $13,189,718 184,297 $118
Minnesota $523,254 1,915 $522
Mississippi $6,631,232 66,832 $139
Missouri $14,609,316 352,661 $66
Montana $2,719,595 14,170 $286
Nebraska $1,543,091 16,567 $108
Nevada $4,049,168 74,476 $85
New Hampshire $5,468,712 46,338 $161
New Jersey $3,434,390 42,300 $142
New Mexico $68,528 628 $158
New York $12,147,281 617,465 $37
North Carolina $8,488,477 182,517 $77
North Dakota $68,894 947 $139
Ohio $1,216,544 35,361 $69
Oklahoma $6,739,649 89,648 $128
Oregon $3,082,182 49,412 $101
Pennsylvania $5,198,874 90,485 $75
Rhode Island $48,696 710 $131
South Carolina $13,187,815 205,229 $92
South Dakota $2,582 867 $5
Tennessee $10,037,932 336,141 $53
Texas $13,690,983 189,005 $114
Utah $3,296,969 104,576 $81
Vermont $0 0 $0
Virginia $8,913,605 104,774 $148
Washington $792,846 9,605 $122
West Virginia $902,721 8,290 $177
Location Total Rebates Total Consumers Benefiting from
Rebates
Average Rebate per
Family
Wisconsin $2,584,967 69,396 $52
Wyoming $1,483,884 8,203 $268
American Samoa $0 0 $0
Guam $2,502,478 39,670 $107
Northern Mariana
Islands $113,595 1,796 $120
Puerto Rico $3,545,675 76,230 $99
Virgin Islands $0 0 $0
Location Total Consumers Benefiting from
Rebates
Florida 981,273
Source: The Center for Consumer Information & Oversight (CCIIO), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). "MLR
Refunds by State and Market for 2013"
Because the City funds the full premium for Employee Health benefits, any rebates will come directly to
the City based upon the City’s “large or small” group designation as calculated below.
Total Average Employees 2012
Employee
Status
Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Average
Full-Time 44 44 44 44 44 47 45 44 47 45 46 46 45
Part-Time 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 7 7 7 5.5
Seasonal 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 2.83
TOTAL 52 52 52 52 52 54 52 52 55 55 56 56 53.33
Total Average Employees 2013
Employee
Status
Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Averag
e
Full-Time 39.5 44 42.5 42.5 43 43 43 43 44 41.3 44.5 44 42.83
Part-Time 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 5 4.5 4.5 4.5 7 6.5 6.5 5.08
Seasonal 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 2.83
TOTAL 47 51.5 50 50 50.5 50 49.5 50.5 51.5 51.3 54 53.5 50.77
Community Development
Update for Week Ending July 17, 2015
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 41 inspections and issued 26 permits.
Code Enforcement performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted with various requests
from the Public and provided office coverage throughout the week. Highlights:
o Issued four (4) notices of violation.
o Received eight (8) new requests for Code Enforcement.
o Removed four (4) illegal signs from right-of-way.
o Conducted eight (8) site inspections.
o Posted two (2) notices for towing of untagged vehicles. Conducted site inspections; vehicles
have been removed.
o Resolved three (3) Code Enforcement issues in the field.
o Responded to ten (10) lien requests.
o Issued one (1) compliance letter.
o Posted one (1) notice for towing of untagged vehicles. Conducted site inspection and vehicle
has been removed.
o Conducted three (3) tree inspections with two (2) including City Arborist.
o Prepared and distributed July Code Enforcement Board agenda packet.
o Scanned two (2) case files and five (5) tree applications and supporting documents.
Scanned/verified 204 pages.
2585 permit applications/documents were prepared/boxed for outsource scanning.
3 boxes of plans were prepared for destruction.
Participated in phone conference with Kimley-Horn regarding proposed revisions to City Code
related to Special Exceptions and non-conforming uses.
Along with Economic Development Director met with property owner regarding possible uses of
his property which is located near the Port.
Met with Council member regarding proposed EOOD Overlay ordinance.
Met with property owner regarding a special exception for a parking lot and City standards for its
construction.
Participated in a virtual meeting session with representatives from Brad Smith & Associates, City
Manager, Economic Development Director and PWS Director & Deputy Director regarding
economic development and City transformation efforts.
Coordinated review comments for the July 22nd Development Review Committee meeting
regarding a site plan for the Port-of-Call building located at 8600 Astronaut Boulevard.
Economic Development
Update for Week Ending July 17, 2015
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.
Issued the following Business Tax Receipts:
o Impact Tutoring
o Sunshine Maintenance
o Custom Security Systems, Inc.
Branding status:
o Held teleconference with Prismatic towards developing the scope of the next step:
Branding Integration and maintaining creative continuity.
o Along with Public Works Services Director, held teleconference with art/creative
consultant regarding integration of the branding platform with the coming N. Atlantic
Avenue Streetscape Project and New City Hall Plaza area.
o Participated in a virtual meeting session with representatives from Brad Smith &
Associates, City Manager, Community Development Director and PWS Director &
Deputy Director regarding economic development and City transformation efforts.
o All of these integration elements will come together in the same general timeframe, as
well as the coming new official City website/social media profiles. It is important that
all are thematically reflective of a unified brand strategy. In this way, we will “put
ourselves on the map” as a destination and as a City which has a unique and rich history
as well as a clear vision of ‘who we are’.
City Hall status: Building Permit package is under formal review by the Building Department.
Any final comments will be ‘rolled into’ the 100% DRC comments. Revisions will be made
as appropriate and the project will be put out for bid.
Held teleconference with consultant Kimley-Horn and Community Development Director
regarding a coming ordinance which will revise each zoning district’s Special Exceptions
category. The goal is to remove all Special Exceptions by: 1) placing them in zoning districts
where they are appropriate and/or 2) developing performance standards for the use.
Along with Brevard County Planning & Development GIS Department, developed an
inventory and map of existing over-density residential development. This information will be
part of a coming ordinance which will guide and encourage the redevelopment of over-density
residential projects by requiring significant physical enhancements to preserve existing
densities. This will be an important tool toward removing blight in the Community
Redevelopment Agency (CRA) area.
Met with Community Development Director regarding the Non-conforming Residential
Densities Ordinance.
Attended EDC Ad Valorem Tax Abatement Council meeting where the Council unanimously
approved a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) for an abatement
of 80% over 8 years for Erchonia Corporation, a company planning to relocate to Brevard from
Texas. Erchonia is a manufacturer of low level laser therapy technology used in the Laser
Healthcare Industry. The approval requires Erchonia to invest $5.3M and create 39 new jobs
with an average wage of $62,000. The Council also unanimously approved a recommendation
to Brevard BOCC for an abatement of 80% over 8 years for Oakridge Global Energy Solutions,
a company planning to expand in Brevard which manufactures lithium batteries. Their
expansion plans include a goal of ramping up production to more than 1.2 million batteries by
2018. The agreement requires Oakridge to invest $270M, and create 1,000 jobs with an average
wage of $50,075. As with all abatement approvals, the companies must demonstrate
compliance to continue receiving the abatement.
Met with property owner and Community Development Director regarding development of his
property which is in the Economic Opportunity Overlay District (EOOD). This is one of
several properties that would benefit from the creation of a north-south Port Connector road.
Met with Councilmember and Community Development Director regarding the current EOOD
Ordinance. The Ordinance, revising the EOOD boundaries and clarifying development
provisions, is scheduled for 1st reading at the July City Council meeting. Discussion focused
on the proposed stepback and building frontage provisions for new construction.
Met with City Manager regarding the Florida City Gas roadway reimbursement proposal.
Attended Brevard County Budget Committee meeting. The volunteer citizen’s advisory board
makes budget recommendations to the BOCC. At the meeting, significant discussion was held
regarding the County’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) programs. Several
Brevard jurisdictions were represented, explaining the many benefits of their CRAs. Our Cape
Canaveral CRA, which covers 56% of the City, combats slum and blight by encouraging
redevelopment investment in many ways, including important infrastructure improvements and
grant programs. Our fledgling program, now entering its 3rd year, represents no additional tax
burden to the taxpayers.
Leisure Services
Update for Week Ending July 17, 2015
Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests from the
public.
Director Meetings
City Manager
Administrative/Financial Services Director
City Engineer
Athletic Leagues
Monday night kickball completed all make up games and playoffs will start next Monday. Monday night
advanced tennis league continued with its regular season. All Wednesday night leagues were cancelled due
to inclement weather. Thursday Night Softball began a new season with 9 registered teams.
Summer Camp
After the initial introduction of campers, counselors and the explanation of Camp rules, Monday morning
began with a challenging outside game of “Jump the River”. Using two jump ropes, campers must jump
over the middle area trying not to land in the swamp filled with alligators. If they don’t make the jump,
they are out and are encouraged to show good sportsmanship by cheering for the other campers still in the
game. The afternoon was enjoyed at the Shore Lanes Bowling Alley for another afternoon of competitive
fun. Tuesday morning kids watched the 2009 animated action film “Astro Boy” at the Cobb Theatre in
Merritt Island. In the afternoon, campers were treated to a yummy ice cream party with several toppings
and ice cream flavors to pick from. The weekly walk to the Cape Canaveral Library was held on Wednesday
to sing and dance with the infamous Banjo Billy. Thursday was water day filled with splashes at the Cocoa
Beach Aquatic Center. Friday was spent at the park playing on the playground followed by free time inside
the Youth Center. The week ended with reading and crafts at the Library where campers made their own
torpedoes and paper airplanes to take home and fly.
Special Events
“Street Eats on Taylor Ave.” – The first gourmet food truck event in the City was a great success. Taylor
Street filled with residents and visitors enjoying the fresh food and live entertainment.
Movie in the Park - Everyone is invited to Canaveral City Park tonight at 8 p.m. to enjoy Mr. Peabody
and Sherman. This PG rated movie will be shown on a giant 20-ft. screen. Concessions will be on sale
benefiting Brevard County Sheriff’s Canaveral PAL program. For any parent who would like more
information about this film, please visit http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0864835/?ref_=nv_sr_1
Farmers Market - Everyone is invited to enjoy the fresh produce, baked goods and handmade arts and
crafts made by local artists. See you Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in front of City Hall. Go to
www.brevardfarmersmarkets.com; for a virtual tour click: Cape Canaveral Farmers Market Promo.
Beach Vending
A site inspection of the surf school franchisee took place and was found to be in compliance with the terms
of the agreement. Outside of bags and coolers from students attending surf camp, everything was as
proposed in the original site plan of the franchisee.
Public Works Services
Update for Week Ending July 17, 2015
Staff performed day to day duties/responsibilities and assisted various telephone/walk-in requests from the
public.
Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)/Sanitary Sewer System
Lift Station Nos. 6 and 7 Improvements Project. City’s contractor (Atlantic Development of
Cocoa) initiated dewatering and excavations for the new water and sewer lines.
Sludge Belt Press Addition and New Reclaimed Water Tank. Initial work tasks including site
preparation and stormwater pond modifications continue. Focus is on stabilizing the tank foot print
area. This project includes two of the wastewater-related projects performed with funds from the
City’s State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan.
NOTE: Beginning June 18, increased truck traffic will be present on West Central Boulevard (west
of SR A1A) and Thurm Boulevard. This increased traffic is associated with the construction of the
new reclaimed water tank at the WWTP. The contractor will be working four, 10-hour days per
week (weather permitting) until project completion in early-2016.
Holman Road Sanitary Sewer Upgrades – Phase I. Staff performed the pre-bid meeting for this
Project on July 13; bids are due on August 13. This is one of the projects performed with funds
from the City’s SRF loan.
Draft Asset Management Plan. Staff reviewed the draft report with the representative with Florida
Rural Water Association. The final Asset Management Plan will be presented to the City Council
at a future meeting.
Stormwater
West Central Boulevard Pipe Rehabilitation. City’s contractor (IPR Southeast) continues
applying concrete material inside the stormwater pipe. Project to be completed in mid-July. This is
one of the stormwater-related projects performed with funds from the City’s SRF loan.
Infrastructure Maintenance (IM)
SR 528 Banana River Bridge Repairs. On June 22, a contractor for Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) initiated repairs to the SR 528 bridge over the Banana River. The work will
last approximately 142 days and will take place during weekdays. Lane closures will occur during
certain work tasks.
Mowing and Landscape Maintenance Contract. Staff performed the pre-bid meeting for this
annual contract on July 7; bids are due on July 30.
North Atlantic Avenue Streetscape Project. Staff performed the pre-bid meeting for this Project
on July 10; bids are due on August 4.
Florida Power & Light (FPL) Utility Pole Replacements. Between March 2 and December 31,
2015, FPL will be replacing over 70 utility poles at the locations listed below. This is part of FPL’s
infrastructure hardening program:
o West Central Boulevard between North Atlantic Avenue and SR A1A;
o Rosalind Avenue between Washington Avenue and Chandler Street;
o Washington Avenue between Ridgewood Avenue and North Atlantic Avenue;
o Ridgewood Avenue between East Central Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue;
o East Central Boulevard between North Atlantic Avenue and Ridgewood Avenue; and
o North Atlantic Avenue between George King Boulevard and East Central Boulevard.
Maintenance of traffic (MOT) will be arranged by FPL; temporary road closures will be in effect.
Pedestrians and vehicular traffic should avoid these areas during the construction activities.
Meetings Attended/Scheduled
City Manager
PWS Director
City Engineer
Contractors
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Cape Canaveral Precinct
Update for Week Ending July 17, 2015
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On July 13, 2015, the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office received multiple calls reference possible drug
overdoses in Cape Canaveral and Merritt Island. The overdose cases appeared to be related to heroin. Agents
from our Agency began to investigate and found that the individuals were actually ingesting Fentanyl instead
of heroin. On Tuesday, July 15, the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Agents arrested three individuals in these
cases. Check our website at www.BrevardSheriff.com and our page on Facebook for more information
relating to these incidents.
Patrol Division
Weekly Statistics
July 9 thru July 15, 2015
Type Weekly Total
Case Reports Written 48
Case Reports Closed 30
Arrests Made 18
Front Desk
Weekly Statistics
July 9 thru July 15, 2015
Type Weekly Total
Phone Calls Answered 64
Walk-ups Assisted 22
Fingerprint Cards Completed 2
Notary Assistance for Citizens 1
Case Reports Processed 48
Citizen On Patrol
Weekly Statistics
July 9 thru July 15, 2015
Type Weekly Total
Patrol Hours Completed 11
Special Detail & Meeting Hours 0
Training & Office Hours 4
Miles Driven 34
Total Volunteer Hours 15
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 July 17, 2015
1. Room and Content Structure Fire at Mango Manor.
2. Crews responded to numerous Overdose cases.
3. Space Coast Fire Chief’s meeting.
4. Payroll processed and transmitted.
5. Training on King Airways and National Fire Protection required annual drills.
6. Prevention conducted 24 annual, 15 follow up and 3 new construction inspections. They
completed 4 new construction plan reviews and 8 requests from the public.