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HomeMy WebLinkAboutcocc_p&z_agenda_pkt_20221012 CAPE CANAVERAL PLANNING & ZONINGBOARD/LOCALPLANNING AGENCY City Hall Council Chambers 100 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920 October 12, 2022 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Member of the public may provide comments to the Planning & Zoning Board/Local Planning Agency (PZB) regarding matters not on the agenda provided that the comments are relevant to the legal responsibilities delegated to the PZB by the City Code and law, and not related to pending quasi-judicial matters which will be heard at a subsequent PZB meeting. Public comments related to public hearing Agenda Items will occur during the public hearing. The PZB is not required to take public comments on emergency or ministerial items (e.g. approval of agenda, minutes, informational items). Members of the public will limit their comments to three (3) minutes. The PZB will not take any action under the “Public Participation” section of the agenda. However, if appropriate at the discretion of the PZB, the PZB may schedule matters commented upon during public participation at a future PZB meeting. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Board Matters: Approval of Meeting Minutes – August , 2022 Quasi-Judicial/Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Legislative – Public Hearings): Presidential Streets Master Plan Update REPORTS AND OPEN DISCUSSION 3.Discussion item regarding parking requirements for restaurants and bars. ADJOURNMENT: Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, the City hereby advises the public that: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the PZB with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, that person will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the City for the introduction or admission into evidence of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act: all interested parties may attend this Public Meeting. The facility is accessible to the physically handicapped. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate in the proceedings should contact the City Clerk’s office \[(321) 868-1220 x207 or x206\] 48 hours in advance of the meeting. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD City Hall Council Chambers 100 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920 Wednesday August 3, 2022 6:00 p.m. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: A meeting of the Planning & Zoning Board took place on August 3, 2022, at City Hall Council Chambers, 100 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. Chairman Russell called the meeting to order at 6:02 pm. The Board Secretary called the roll. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Lamar Russell Chairman John Price Vice Chairman Nancy Gentilquore Board Member Susan Denny Board Member Steven Stroud Board Member Michael Miller Board Member Eugene Thorpe Board Member Kathy Stokes Ex-officio Board Member Others Present: David Dickey Director, Community & Economic Development Anthony Garganese City Attorney Patti Roth Board Secretary None OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS A.Board Matters: 1.Approval of Meeting Minutes: June 22, 2022 – Motion to accept the minutes, making the correction showing Dr. Miller was present for the June 22, 2022 meeting, made by Board Member Gentilquore and seconded by Vice Chairman Price. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. B.Quasi-Judicial/Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Legislative – Public Hearings): Due to public attendance related to the DiChristopher Lot Split application (Item# 5), a motion was made by Board Member Denny and seconded by Board Member Dr. Miller to move Item #5 to Item #2. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. 5.Consideration and Recommendation Re: Lot Split for property located at E. Central Boulevard and Ridgewood Avenue (Parcel Nos. 24-37-14-51-9-21.01 and 24-37-14-51-9-21.02), Section 98-66, Mike DiChristopher, Applicant. Dave Dickey, the Community and Economic Development (CED) Director reviewed the agenda cover with the Board. The property is zoned R-1 which only allows single-family homes. Parcel 1 (northern parcel) is .21 acres and Parcel 2 (southern parcel) is .18 acres. Mike DiChristopher is the current owner and he purchased the property in July 2018. Subsequent to the purchase, Mr. DiChristopher approached the City regarding building on the two parcels. Staff determined that the parcels had not been created consistent with City subdivision requirements. In this case, as the parcel had been divided into two parcels, a lot split application was required. Mr. Dickey explained to the board that a property owner can record a survey, indicating a subdivision of a parent tract, with the Brevard Clerk of Courts without the City’s knowledge or consent. Neither the Clerk of Court, Tax Collector or Property Appraiser verify whether a subdivision of land (except for a plat) has been approved by the City or County before the deed is recorded and the parcels are redefined for their respective purposes. Some property owners in Cape Canaveral, prior to 2010, apparently subdivided their land by recording deeds with the Clerk of Court without notifying the City and following the requirements. Staff has not been able to find any records indicating the creation of the subject parcels were authorized by the City. For this reason, Staff is processing this request as an “after-the-fact” lot split application to review the recorded parcels against City subdivision and zoning requirements, and to formally recognize the parcels for City development permit purposes. Staff recommended the Planning & Zoning Board approve the Lot Split application and forward a favorable recommend to the Council. There were 6 citizens from the public and all opposed the request. Mr. DiChristopher was present with his attorney, Kevin Markey. Both answered questions from the public as well as the board. Discussion ensued. A motion was made by Vice Chairman Price and seconded by Board Member Stroud to approve the Lot Split application. The motion carried unanimously. 2 2.Ordinance No. XX-2022; An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cape Canaveral, Florida, amending of the City’s Sign Code related to feather signs; providing for the repeal of prior inconsistent Ordinances and Resolutions, incorporation into the Code, severability and an effective date. Mr. Dickey reviewed the Board discussion related to feather signs at its January 26, 2022 Meeting. The Board considered a draft ordinance to permit feather signs. The Board directed Staff to revise the draft ordinance to reflect their discussion at the meeting. The City Attorney prepared three draft ordinances, each one providing a distinct regulatory approach to feather signs: 1.Option 1 – this option allows feather flags similar to all other signs. 2.Option 2 - this option allows feather flags as a temporary on premise sign. 3.Option 3 – this option places feather flags in a prohibited sign list. Discussion ensued and a motion was made by Vice Chairman Price and seconded by Board Member Miller to approve Option 2. Vote on the motion was approved 6-1, with Board Member Thorpe, voting against. 3.Consideration and Recommendation to the City Council Re: Preliminary/Final Plat Approval for three (3) residential lots (Poinsetta Place) located on Jefferson Avenue on Parcel #24-37-23-CG-13-4 per City Code of Ordinances, Sec. 98-61 – Bryan Stumpf, Applicant. Mr. Dickey explained to the Board, the applicant, Brian Stumpf, is requesting Preliminary and Final Plat approval for the Poinsetta Place Subdivision located on the 100 block of Jefferson Avenue. The request proposes to plat the parcel into three (3) lots. Usually these approvals are processed separately, since the subdivision only includes three (3) lots, is under common ownership, and there are no public improvements, Preliminary and Final Plat approval has been combined to simplify the process. Mr. Stumpf was present for the hearing. After a short discussion amongst the board, a motion was made by Board Member Miller and seconded by Board Member Stroud to approve the Preliminary and Final Plat for Poinsetta Place. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. 4.Consideration and Recommendation Re: Site Plan Approval for the Hyatt Place Hotel Project located at 9009 Astronaut Boulevard on Parcel #24-37-15-00-252 per City Code of Ordinances, Sec. 110-223 – Allen Engineering, Applicant. 3 Mr. Dickey gave a brief overview of the Site Plan for the proposed Hyatt Place Hotel located at 9009 Astronaut Boulevard. The Site Plan consists of a 6-story structure that includes a 154 room Country Inn and Suites hotel. The proposed structure is 65 feet in height, with a footprint of 15,252 square feet. The project meets all of the dimensional requirements outlined in City Code. Discussion ensued regarding infrastructure, when will construction begin, and if the City has any experience with this developer. Mike Allen of Allen Engineering was present at the meeting. Mr. Allen told the Board the owner would like to start the project as soon as possible and it’s the same developer that built Country Inn & Suites. He also stated that the Community Appearance Board at their January 2022 meeting, approved a Level II review for the proposed hotel as well as approved a request to construct to a height not to exceed 65 feet. A motion was made by Vice Chairman Price and seconded by Board Member Stroud to recommend approval of the Site Plan for the Hyatt Place Hotel. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. 6.Ordinance No. XX-2022; An Ordinance of the City of Cape Canaveral, Florida, amending Chapter 102 – Tree Protection; providing for amendments to comply with State law preemptions; providing for the repeal of prior inconsistent Ordinances and Resolutions, incorporation into the Code, severability and an effective date. City Attorney Garganese explained the Ordinance to amend Chapter 102 related to tree protection to recognize state law preemptions. Mr. Garganese told the Board the proposed ordinance exempts City permitting for the clearing of vegetation away from power lines by electric utilities consistent with Florida Statute. Furthermore, that removal of trees on defined residential property with proper certification from an arborist certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or a Florida-licensed landscape architect is also exempt. After a short discussion a motion was made by Board Member Denny and seconded by Board Member Gentilquore to approve Ordinance No. XX-2022, related to tree protection. Vote on the motion carried unanimously. REPORTS AND OPEN DISCUSSION: Discussion item regarding adding a mixed-use land use category in the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Dickey distributed a hand out regarding the allowance for mixed use in the City. This item will be on the August 24, 2022 Board Agenda. Board Member Denny raised the issue of the Short Term Rental ordinance, specifically the software and if the rules are strict enough. Board Member Miller agreed. Mr. Dickey explained this topic will be a discussion item at the August 19, 2022 City Council meeting and a presentation will be given by ProChamps at an upcoming Council Meeting. 4 ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 8:13 PM. Approved on this ___________________________________ day of _________________________________, 2022 _____________________________________________________ Lamar Russell, Chairman _____________________________________________________ Patti Roth, Board Secretary 5 CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL PLANNING AND ZONING (P&Z) BOARD October 12, 2022REGULAR MEETING · ITEM # Subject: Presidential Streets Master Plan Update Summary:At the March 2021 Strategic Planning Retreat, City Council endorsed the Staff proposed Presidential Streets Master Plan (Plan), which calls for the systematic redevelopment of each Presidential Street via a design process involving heavy community member input, updated environmental, demographic and traffic analysisand incorporating the latest in future-ready infrastructure. In Summer 2021, the City engaged the planning and design firm Kimley-Horn to develop, research and draft the desired Plan. This item is an update based on input received at the August 24, 2022 Planning & Zoning Board meeting. Background: The Study Area of the Plan is approximately 256 acres, including approximately 13.16 miles of roadway extending from SR A1A eastward to the dune line and from Washington Avenue southward to Johnson Avenue. The Study Area has a population of 2,836, which is approximately 28% of the City’s total population. It also includes 1,674 households with an average household size of 1.69 and a median age of 54.3 years old. The majority of housing in the Study Area is rental (58.7%) versus owned (41.3%). The vision for the Plan is to ultimately create a Study Area-specific destination that includes the concept of Complete Streets, improved stormwater management, safer pedestrian access, more efficient traffic management, and enhanced resilience against weather and climate-related hazards such as extreme flooding and heat waves. The key elements of the Plan supporting this vision include the following: o Strong sense of place o Equitable, environmentally sustainable community o Connected, efficient multi-modal transportation This Plan builds upon local momentum to implement several initiatives and projects between now and 2035 that involve improving the overall sustainability and resilience of the City’s existing infrastructure codified by past City documents such as the 2021 Resiliency Action Plan, 2019 Vulnerability Assessment, 2017 Pedestrian and Bicycle Mobility Master Plan, and the 2012 Community Redevelopment Plan. The project’s intent is to create a framework that identifies planning recommendations that can be implemented and constructed as funds become available for capital improvements and as opportunities arise within the market for investment and redevelopment. This Plan is also intended to create a design concept framework for future above ground improvements in the Presidential Streets such as rain gardens, bicycle-related infrastructure, solar-powered street lighting, etc.; and also addresses underground improvements to stormwater and utilities systems in conjunction with the streetscape improvements. Community Engagement: Throughout the research and planning phase of the project, there was significant community member and stakeholder engagement that informed the formation of the City of Cape Canaveral P&Z Board Regular Meeting · October 12, 2022 Agenda Item # Page 2 of 4 recommendations and strategies outlined in the Plan. The engagement process included two community workshops and an online MetroQuest survey. In addition, a subsequent SurveyMonkey survey was virtually distributed allowing interested community members to provide additional feedback following the second community workshop. The MetroQuest survey was open from January 3, 2022 to March 11, 2022, allowing seven and a half weeks before the first community workshop and two and half weeks after the first community workshop (a total of 10 weeks) for community members to participate and provide valuable input. The MetroQuest survey had well over 600 responses from area residents.The first community workshop was held on February 23, 2022 at the Cape Canaveral Public Library. The second community workshop was held on May 10, 2022 at Cape Canaveral City Hall. The SurveyMonkey survey was open for one week between May 23, 2022 and May 31, 2022. Overall, respondents prioritized flooding/stormwater and safety and the two biggest concerns within the Study Area. Recommendations:Recommendations are centered on addressing the three key elements of the Plan mentioned above: o Strong sense of place Great Streets Great, Connected Public Spaces Great Places to Live o Equitable, environmentally sustainable community Create an Economically and Environmentally Sustainable Model Update Built Environment for Resiliency Update Stormwater Management Facilities to Reduce Flooding Create an Accessible Environment for All Users o Connected, efficient multi-modal transportation Create a Safe, Convenient Place for all Modes of Transportation A Framework Plan Toolkit is provided that includes specific improvements that can be utilized to accomplish the three Plan goals, including: 1. Pedestrian/Bicycle Improvements 2. Roadway Improvements 3. Intersection and Crossing Improvements 4. Placemaking Design Improvements 5. Traffic Calming Tools 6. Beach Ends 7. Stormwater Improvements 8. Resiliency Improvements The document concludes with a series of appendices, including: City of Cape Canaveral P&Z Board Regular Meeting · October 12, 2022 Agenda Item # Page 3 of 4 A-Community Engagement B - Stormwater Analysis C - Recommended Landscaping Guide D - Resiliency Assessment E – Grants Per the Board’s direction at the August 24, 2022 meeting, additional language has been added (page 4) that provides an overview of a stormwater analysis conducted of the Presidential Streets area via the separate Center Street Basin Study highlighting areas of particular concern relating to the amount of impervious surfaces within specific stormwater basins. Impervious surfaces do not allow rainwater to adequately percolate into the ground and can lead to urban flooding. Additionally, maps relating to the areas various flood zones and storm surge potential can be found in Appendix D – Resiliency Assessment. Per the Board’s direction at the August 24 meeting, several “opportunities and challenges” lists have also been produced showcasing the differences between utilizing two-way streets and one-way streets (specific to Fillmore Ave. as an example in the document on pages 62 - 66); being careful to note the improved ability of one-way streets to better capture and infiltrate stormwater runoff based on the amount of space made available for capture and treatment. Discussion of the potential advantages associated with modifying certain existing two-way streets to one-way streets has garnered significant public interest. As a result, the next phase of this project will be to perform a study specifically aimed at identifying which streets in the Study Area might benefit from being converted to one-way. This Phase II study will examine the impact of one-way streets on stormwater management in addition to changes in traffic mobility that would result from such modifications. A Phase II study would be initiated and completed in FY 22-23. After Council approval of the Phase II study’s recommendations, street design would begin in FY 23-24. Street design would include public outreach and participation. Staff has developed a brief outline internally as to how outreach will be conducted to the community to begin the process of redoing each Presidential Street once the Plan begins its implementation phase. This outreach would be conducted as follows: Step 1: A specific Presidential Street is identified based on recommendations provided by the Plan, onsite assessments, flood potential, resident feedback from past outreach events, and infrastructure repair needs. Step 2: A public outreach session is hosted by the City and any partnering project consultants and/or design firms for residents of the specific street the City is intending to redevelop. During this “kickoff” outreach session, Staff will showcase recommendations set forth in the Plan to provide a framework for residents to learn about and pick and choose from, offering community buy-in and better understanding of any coming upgrades. Step 3: Using resident input and considerations from the first public outreach session, City Staff and any involved partner project consultants and/or design firms will begin to formulate three high-level design concepts relating to the specific street’s redevelopment that utilizes recommendations set forth in the Plan and Staff infrastructure knowledge. City of Cape Canaveral P&Z Board Regular Meeting · October 12, 2022 Agenda Item # Page 4 of 4 Step 4: After three high-level concepts are finished, a second public outreach session will be held for residents where each one will be clearly viewed and discussed in detail by City Staff and any involved partner project consultants and/or design firms. The strengths, opportunities, challenges, and drawbacks of each of the three designs will be highlighted. Residents will be allowed to choose which concept they feel is best for their street. The most positively viewed concept will be selected as the design to move forward. Step 5: Formal design and construction work will begin on the specific street public outreach initiatives were centered around as outlined in the previous steps. The final street design will be the one most positively viewed by street-specific residents, and one that incorporates engineering strategies and solutions that are shown to improve known issues such as urban flooding and pedestrian safety. Attachment: Presidential Streets Master Plan Community and Economic DevelopmentStaff recommend theBoard take the following action: Review the Plan and provide Staff with direction. Approved by Director: David Dickey Date: DRAFT 2022 City of Cape Canaveral Todd Morley | City Manager David Dickey | Community and Economic Development Director Brenda Defoe-Surprenant* | Senior Planner Zachary Eichholz | Deputy Community/Economic Development Director & Sustainability Manager Alexis “Lexi” Miller, P.E. | Resilience Engineering Services Manager Capital Project Director Tim Carlisle | Capital Projects Deputy Director John A. Pekar, P.E. | City of Cape Canaveral Consulting Engineer Jim Moore | Public Works Director June A. Clark | Deputy Public Works Director Kyle Harris | Senior Planner *Formerly with the City Kimley-Horn and Associates Kelley Klepper, AICP Brian Ashby, P.E. Colleen McGue, AICP Macy Falcon, AICP Mike Vaudo, AICP Lindsay Slautterback, AICP Monet MooreCharlie Johnson, PLA Chad DavisSteve Romano, P.E. Alyssa FlandermeyerTrevor Poole Alexa Sikoryak THANK YOU from your Kimley-Horn Team! The City of Cape Canaveral Presidential Streets Master Plan is the direct result of a collaborative process and guided the development of this Plan. Everyone’s time, input, and energy are greatly appreciated. pg. i TABLE OF Contents ............................................................................................................................................................2 Community Engagement ....................................................................................................................................20 ...............................................................................................................................................38 ..........................................................................................................................................................72 ............................................................................................................................................................81 ..................................................................................................................................................................82 Tables .....................................................................................................................................73 ...........................................................................75 .........................................................76 .........................................................77 .........................................................................79 Figures ............................................................................................................10 ...........................................................................................................10 ........................................................................................................11 .......................................................................................................12 ......................................................13 ...........................................................................21 ................................................22 ...................................................................................... .......59 ................................................................................61 .............................................................................................62 .....................................................................................................63 .................................................................................................. .............................................................................................65 ..................................................................................................66 ..................................................................................................66 ..........................................................67 Maps ................................................................................3 ..............................................................15 .................................................................................58 .....................................................................................80 pg. ii Section 1 Introduction Section 1 Introduction Introduction The vision for the Presidential Streets Master Plan (the “Plan”) is to create a destination that includes Strong Sense of Place • Creation of great streets throughout the Presidential Streets area, including shade trees and • • Improve and expand pedestrian and bicycle facilities in the area, connecting residents and visitors • transportation Equitable, Environmentally Sustainable Community • equitable use • • • This Presidential Streets Master Plan builds upon local momentum to implement several initiatives recommendations that can be implemented and constructed as funds become available for capital improvements and opportunities arise in the market for investment and redevelopment. This Plan is pg. 2 Background The Presidential Streets are the “core” of the City of Cape Canaveral, connecting the primary transportation residential area and include access to the beach and community points of interest. The purpose of pg. 3 Map 1 Hall, Cape Canaveral Library, Veteran’s Memorial Park, the City of Cape Canaveral Community Center • • • • • • • • • • locations • • discharge • included in this Report. pg. 4 are eight categories of Action Items the City is recommended to take to improve resiliency, each of • Green and Resilient Economy• Built Environment • • Equity and Quality of Life • Transportation• • Energy• Storm Readiness and Sea Level Rise pg. 5 critical need of redevelopment so that a prioritization plan can be formulated. Several upgrades to the • Increase speed enforcement presence• Install speed humps • • • • • • Vulnerability Analysis – economic, and functional vulnerabilities facing • Public Engagement – engage and educate the public on identifying and mitigating the study area’s vulnerabilities and discussing future development opportunities and strategies • Strategy and Policy Development – develop strategies for the City based on public input and best practices for integration strategies into the formulation of comprehensive plan policies for • Economic Impact Analysis – prioritization criteria include implementing green infrastructure such as promoting shared parking and reducing minimum number of parking spaces requirements, developing, and implementing a program to make their property more resilient and sustainable, and updating its Comprehensive Plan to include • • • • • • safety • means to residents The Envision Cape Canaveral process, the Finding of conditions and assignment (delegation) of certain County items, the City established a community redevelopment area for the purposes of reinvesting tax generated funds into a targeted portion of the City. The Community a series of goals and initiatives. The CRP turns those goals managed by the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to support local businesses and promote redevelopment. recommended in the CRP for public improvements correlate • • • • • access point to the east from an overall “movement” of corridor, and options near the beach ending point. Key a shared use path, pedestrian plaza, and an option to recommendations for this Plan. pg. 8 What Makes this Plan Unique? This Presidential Streets Master Plan builds upon local momentum to implement several initiatives recommendations that can be implemented and constructed as funds become available for capital improvements, and opportunities arise in the market for investment and redevelopment. This Plan is management, and resiliency. 5. 2. Beach Ends 3. Intersection and Crossing Improvements 4. Placemaking Design Improvements8. Resiliency Improvements According to the University of Florida Bureau or Economic and Business Research (BEBR), the estimate Business Analyst Esri data and the U.S. Census Bureau data for the Presidential Streets Study Area demographics of the Presidential Streets area. 2,836 54.3 1,674 $37,152 POPULATIONMEDIAN AGEHOUSEHOLDS MEDIAN DISPOSABLE INCOME WHITE COLLAR 55% BLUE COLLAR 23% $43,347 SERVICES 2.3% MEDIAN UNEMPLOYMENT HOUSEHOLD 23% RATE INCOME >18 8% 65% 27% 65+ 21.6% MILLENNIAL 22.3% GENERATION X M X 9.4% GREATEST GEN 9.4% GENERATION Z Z 35% BABY BOOMER 2.2% ALPHA B A Housing 41.3% OWN 58.7% RENT Mortgage Indicators $7,239 24.1% SPENT ON MORTGAGE INCOME SPENT AND BASICSON MORTGAGE to provide incremental changes and improvements based on this and other Plans. The predominate Map 2 CITY HALL AND CAPE CENTER on by private property (including but not limited to mailboxes and landscaping), inconsistency in stop these site visits demonstrating some of these constraints. Desktop Audit longitudinal and transverse cracking than pavement outside of intersections. conditions combine to create an inconvenient and, at times, hazardous environment for pedestrians. surface. The City has installed area, including at the beach and functional accent to the streetscape and create a sense of place. From a streetscape and placemaking street, so implementation infrastructure has been challenging and inconsistent. Additionally, there is a general lack of street trees, as landscaping. Section Section 1 Introduction Community Engagement Community Workshop #1 community (provided in • Understand the community’s visions and values, • Identify community priorities, and • Inform recommendations and design alternatives. This activity captured existing sentiments and future hopes for the priorities. thoughtful and concise, describing the Presidential “irregular”, “shabby”, and more. Participants described “beautiful”, “revitalized”, and “safe”. participants to the study area and provided visual representation of the community. received the greatest “concentration” of dots (i.e., comments). Miscellaneous 3.6% Flooding Shade Trees 14.8% 24.8% Point of Interest 17.2% Safety Concern Project Idea 30.5% 9.1% of responses to the map exercise documents a safety concern. Followed by indicating a desire for shade trees. improvements. During the Money Madness exercise, participants improvement categories. The categories included bicycle facilities, and parking. “Cape Canaveral cash” and could spend • Bicycle Facilities •Streetscape Improvements • Safer Intersections • • 150 • • Parking 100 • Beach Access The participants prioritized Flooding Improvements and 50 0 • ssss ggee s kec n nnp li ii e a o ta a ic ik d cp l t rc io ws S c a ct A o e e l n aPe ds h F iFe e • r c r Ss p e e ta s l t O Se ce n r IB y & cd r i s d e B k f A • r a a S P • of the participants ranked • "Address Flooding" as the #1 • priority. Followed by • participants who ranked "Safer • Intersections" as the #1 priority. pg. 22 pg. 23 . 30% Related to Safety 640 25%Related to Shade Trees Comments 45% pg. 24 Community Workshop #2 for this Plan. to the community to gather feedback. The locations of existing conditions, the cause for concern, and a LocationConcern Flooding and poor pedestrian facilities Pedestrian Safety Magnolia Avenue and Tyler Avenue Fillmore Avenue management Poinsetta Avenue connectivity report provided similar information on the existing conditions of the Study Area. evaluation (program). pg. 25 pg. 28 a. Raised intersection on notecards and summarized after the b. c. d. Raised intersection5 e. Pedestrian Lighting3 f. Shade trees 2 g. h. Pedestrian lighting Shade trees on the above survey questions. The themes of the responses both virtually and verbally during the systems, and creating additional parking near the beach ends. Additionally, some of the improvements pg. 32 pg. 33 pg. 34 pg. 35 Section Section 1 Introduction Recommendations Canaveral’s Presidential Streets Master Plan. This chapter, the Recommendations, focuses on the constructed as funds become available for capital improvements and opportunities arise for investment and redevelopment. Based on the existing conditions, the site visits, and feedback from the community path to success is provided. that achieve the community oriented goals community Improvements pg. 38 variety of potential strategies and actions to achieve the vision. These Statement Goals are to create a strong sense of place, an equitable and environmentally sustainable community, and one that is Creating a strong sense of place typically involves three key components – creating great streets, great connected public spaces, and great places to live. Each of these items are related and can be achieved through implementing the various strategies outlined in the • Great Streets generally meet the needs of multiple users, are safe, and include high quality streetside • Great, Connected Public Spaces promote social interaction, are accessible and inviting, and provide connection to key destinations. • Great Places to Live are memorable, have high quality infrastructure, are safe, and are vibrant community destinations. Create Great Streets • • Intersection and Crossing Improvements – • Improve safety for all users and the convenience of the pedestrian and Create Great, Connected Public Spaces • tourists to the beach access point on the east end of the corridor. Additional information regarding Create a Great Place to Live • Intersection and Crossing Improvements – • Placemaking Design Improvements – and Tyler Avenue can also create a sense of place if community members are part of the design process. There are four important components to creating an equitable, environmentally sustainable Create an Economically and Environmentally Sustainable Model • Beach Ends – Beach parking is limited at some access points. Creating additional beach parking improvements is on Fillmore Avenue. The proposed improvements for Fillmore Avenue can be used as a template for future improvements to other beach ends. • Update Built Environment for Resiliency • Update Stormwater Management Facilities to Reduce Flooding • Create an Accessible Environment for All Users • Pedestrian/Bicycle Improvements – • Intersection and Crossing Improvements – creating an accessible environment for all users. The Magnolia Avenue and Tyler Avenue intersection presents an opportunity to accomplish this. for all modes of transportation to travel. Create a Safe, Convenient Place for all Modes of Transportation • Pedestrian/Bicycle Improvements – Avenue and Tyler Avenue is an ideal test case due to its currently limited features. • Intersection & Crossing Improvements – • Raised intersections can be applicable to multiple improvement categories but due to the excessive speeding that occurs near Magnolia Avenue and Tyler Avenue, this area on pg. 54) and “pinch” points (description on pg. 54) can be placed along Poinsetta Avenue to create a safer, convenient place. pg. 42 pg. 43 the area, and solve other raised issues. Many neighborhood concerns could be addressed by multiple successful Plan also relies on community engagement and support. Pedestrian Improvements5. Placemaking Design Improvements 2. Beach Ends 3. Intersection & Crossing Improvements 4. 8. Resiliency Improvements In order to create great streets, improvements are needed to provide safer and more convenient pedestrian design can vary based on context (e.g. urban versus suburban), activity, create a more comfortable pedestrian environment. environments for pedestrians and motorists. pg. 44 Having the appropriate speed limit on a street improves safety for all users of the street, including drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. In business or residence districts, the maximum posted speed limit must especially if there is a high degree of pedestrian or bicycle activity on the street. on intersections of minor roads. pg. 45 Shared lane markings alert drivers to the potential presence of bicyclists bicycle travel. They are sometimes protected by a curb in order to designated by striping, signage, and pavement markings for the preferential or exclusive use of bicyclists. Unlike cycle tracks, bicycle lanes do not have a physical barrier separating the cyclist from motorized the other direction, and this change can have a negative impact on impact. Great streets must also be safe and convenient to cross and accessible for all users. Improvements that makes it extremely clear to all users of the intersection – including cars, buses, pedestrians, and bicyclists – that there are designated clearer and more noticeable to oncoming vehicles, thus creating a safer available space for street furniture and plantings. locations. parking, speed humps and speed tables. pg. 48 of public space available on a corridor that can be used for seating, bike racks, landscaping, and other amenities. Minimizing the size of a corner radius improves safety for pedestrians reducing the crossing distance of the intersection. Raised intersections, similar to speed humps and speed tables, reinforce intersections are best suited for minor intersections and also provide an opportunity for intersection murals. speeds at minor intersections and are ideal for uncontrolled intersections. detect the speed of an approaching vehicle and relay vehicle speed information to drivers. support retail businesses. than speed humps. Speed tables may be used on streets that range from 25 to 45 mph. and green infrastructure. and bicycling. Street furniture can improve the comfort and appearance of the Street furniture includes elements such as benches, pedestrian scale and planter boxes. motorists to pedestrian activity. Green infrastructure can be installed throughout a community to provide protect biodiversity, and beautify the community. Some examples of green infrastructure include rain gardens, native Florida landscaping, also adding shade and aesthetic improvements to the built environment. A proposed planting list and photos of these plants are provided on the . pg. 52 native plants for the Presidential Streets as these are appropriate and tend to be readily available in the Bursera simaruba (Gumbo Limbo)* Ilex cassine (Dahoon holly) Sabal palmetto (Cabbage Palm) Chrysobalanus icaco (Coco Plum) Hamelia patens (Firebush)* Myrcianthes fragrans (Simpson’s Stopper) Zamia integrifolia (Coontie) pg. 53 Eragrostis elliottii (Elliott’s Lovegrass) Muhlenbergia capillaris (Muhly Grass)* Mimosa strigillosa (Sunshine Mimosa) Salvia coccinea (Scarlet Sage) Spartina patens (Cordgrass) points that are not experienced in other areas of the Study Area, accessibility and resiliency surfaced as There is a suggested need for additional parking at the beach ends as any construction. There are also options to construct additional parking near existing park areas and beach ends. pg. 54 electric scooters, electric bicycles, and automated vehicles creates better connectivity to the beach ends. This tool compliments the parking tool if located in close proximity to one another. Creating additional parking for bicycles also creates better connectivity to the Beach Ends. Bicycle racks or stations can also be forms of art that need to be protected in order for the area to become more resilient. This can be accomplished through fencing certain areas, providing pg. 55 beach ends. • A portion of Canaveral Basin • International Basin • Center Street Basin • • • Construction plans and drainage report for Canaveral City Park Please see • • • • • coordinate resource distribution and services before, during, or after a natural hazard event. D basis. This Assessment is considered a foundational aspect for implementing solutions that mitigate . Elevating and Undergrounding Critical Facilities 2. 3. Promoting Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity 4. 5. Identifying Appropriate Green Infrastructure that can be implemented and constructed as funds become available for capital improvements and opportunities arise in the market for investment and redevelopment. Based on the existing conditions, Map 3 may be replicated in other portions of the Presidential Streets. pg. 58 Concern: Flooding and poor pedestrian facilities Workshop/Survey Feedback: vehicles and utility poles. • Raised intersection• • • Shade trees • • • • Solar lighting intersection art. Concern: Pedestrian safety Workshop/Survey Feedback: and the crossings are unsafe. This location is prone to speeding vehicles. • • Solar lighting for bus shelter • • Pedestrian lighting • Green infrastructure• • Shade trees and other landscaping Concern: management Workshop/Survey Feedback: increase pedestrian safety. See for an example of bulb outs and pedestrian art integrated • Raised intersection • permeability • • Pedestrian lighting • • Bulb outs Concern: Workshop/Survey Feedback: lighting, speeding vehicles, and the need for more shade trees. 13 and 14 (see 16 and 17 providing additional vehicle parking using permeable pavement and adding benches, bicycle parking, also be recommended for implementation at the same time. • • Shade trees, rain garden bulb outs, pervious curbs at key locations • • • intersections • beach OpportunitiesChallenges Maintain increased safety and Limited “space” for multiple modes of travel accessibility, for all users Maintain Reduced Vehicle Miles Traveled Limited “space” for street trees and other (VMT) treatments could be implemented at other locations throughout the Presidential Streets. OPTION 1: potential for bulbouts at key locations. OPTION 1-A: • • beach • • Shade trees, rain garden bulb outs, pervious • curb along the entire street each direction) • • OpportunitiesChallenges Higher vehicle speeds improvements Additional “space” for multiple modes of Decreased safety for pedestrians and travel, street trees, and plantingsbicyclists Increased Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) crossing OPTION 2-A: OPTION 2-B: gardens along entire corridor. • • Additional bicycle parking, benches, and shade trees at beach access Concern: Workshop/Survey Feedback: Avenue, Fillmore Avenue, Harrison Avenue, and Pierce Avenue. Flooding is a concern at the Avenue. • Chicanes and “pinch” points• Raised intersections • • placement of stop signs • • local economic conditions and overall quality of life. It also provides solutions to existing and future potential implementation and redevelopment strategies to build upon prior successes and establish from the City’s Community Redevelopment Area Master Plan to further bolster not only the strategy but 1. Construct and improve public facilities and infrastructure. 2. 3. 4. 5. Continue to provide and improve recreation facilities and public spaces through partnerships 6. Incorporate housing revitalization through housing maintenance programs and rehabilitation services. a. 7. Establish a unique identity to promote the Vision of the Presidential Streets through branding and marketing programs. a. Streets. b. promotional campaigns. c. Support festivals, exhibits, performances, and other special events designed to attract residents and visitors to the Presidential Streets. d. Encourage consistent architectural and site design themes to promote a style or quality the Presidential Streets. e. can safely navigate Presidential Streets. • Flexible Zoning and Land Development Regulations • • Public Parking Facilities • • • • • accommodate additional landscaping. Section Section 1 Introduction Action Plan sources. Vision and Political Will implementation. Persistence And good fortune often rules the day given the lengthy time horizons for implementing a plan of this magnitude. Changing market forces and trends in community development can occur multiple times in Improvement TypeFramework Actions/RecommendationsTiming Intersection and CrossingRaised intersection Intersection and Crossing Intersection and Crossing Shade trees Solar lighting Intersection and Crossing Pedestrian lighting Intersection and Crossing Bicycle parking Install park benches Beach EndsAdditional beach parking (striping only) Beach Ends turnarounds Chicanes “Pinch” points Stop sign evaluation Beach Ends Seek funding opportunitiesContinuous ResiliencyGreen infrastructureContinuous Capital Improvements Work Program similar intersections and along similar corridors throughout the Presidential Streets. Some of these are larger in scale and may require additional design and permitting in order to apply for grant funding improvements and or items discovered during the detailed engineering and design phase. Notes Inexpensive and can be implemented quickly but temporary and gutter and potential drainage impactsirrigationIncludes storm inlets, pipe, connect to existing Inexpensive and quick to implement, but temporary Inexpensive and can be implemented quickly but temporaryirrigationand gutter and potential drainage impacts per poleInexpensive and can be implemented quickly but temporary Includes storm inlets, pipe, connect to existingand gutter and potential drainage impacts Per pole Implementation Typical Cost for $ (<10k), $$ (10k-25k), $$$ (25k-75k), $$$$ (>75k) Recommendation Raised Intersectionand irrigation irrigationirrigationLighting (solar)Raised intersectionirrigationand irrigation Solar lighting for bus shelterPedestrian lightingRaised Intersectionand irrigation Permeable paversPedestrian lighting Ave Tyler Ave Ave at Tyler North Atlantic Project location Fillmore Ave at Magnolia Ave at Notes Inexpensive and can be implemented quickly, but temporary irrigationgutter and potential drainage impactsIncludes storm inlets, pipe, connect to existing Striping and bicycle markingsirrigationgu tter and potential drainage impacts Inexpensive and quick to implement, but temporary Implementation Typical Cost for $ (<10k), $$ (10k-25k), $$$ (25k-75k), $$$$ (>75k) Recommendation Chicanes and "pinch" pointsRoad resurfacingRaised intersectionsStop sign evaluationLighting (solar)irrigationirrigationand irrigation Underground utilities (FPL)Cycle track (no separated curb)irrigationand irrigation Raised intersectionLighting (solar) Ave Project location One-Way Poinsetta Fillmore Ave, Notes Inexpensive and quick to implement, but temporary irrigationgutter and potential drainage impacts Implementation Typical Cost for $ (<10k), $$ (10k-25k), $$$ (25k-75k), $$$$ (>75k) Recommendation Road resurfacingirrigationRaised intersectionLighting (solar)Additional beach parkingRoad resurfacingPermeable paversVacuum truckBicycle parking, decorativeBenches, decorativeShade structure, decorativeirrigationirrigationand irrigation Pavement for turnaround, permeableLighting (solar) Project location Beach End Fillmore Ave, Fillmore Ave, • Crash data• • • for this area. The remaining priority areas to address based on the initial analysis are located in the southeast section of the study area. General observations on the analysis include the limited number LocationFramework Actions/RecommendationsPriority Raised Intersection 2 Raised Intersection 3Fillmore Ave 4Lincoln Ave 5 Raised Intersection Harrison Ave and Magnolia Ave Raised Intersection Poinsetta Ave and Pierce Ave 8Tier 2 Tier 2 Tier 2 Ave and Monroe Ave Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 3 Tier 3 Tier 3 “Hammer head” turnarounds Tier 3 “Hammer head” turnarounds Conclusion In conclusion, the Presidential Streets have the potential to be a destination that includes complete Canaveral. The action plan outlines the proposed investments needed to accomplish the overall vision Grants crossover improvements, paving fund, and corner improvements for ADA accessibility and inlet. In There are a variety of grant and funding opportunities available to leverage the funding that the City has listing is not intended to be exhaustive as there may be additional funding opportunities that can further state, and national levels. • • Streetscape • Education• Land Acquisition • • Economic Development • Design• • Planning• • • • . pg. 82 Appendix A Community Engagement City of Cape Canaveral Presidential Streets Master Plan Building A Better Community Workshop Community Together The City of Cape Canaveral is seeking Where your input for the Presidential Streets Cape Canaveral Master Plan to design a path forward Public Library for implementing street improvements for 201 Polk Ave the community! Cape Canaveral, FL When Community Engagement February 23, 2022 The goal of the Presidential Streets Master 6:00 p.m. to Plan 8:00 p.m. Interactive Survey In addition to the community workshop, make sure to take the fun and interactive Survey to further inform the recommendations and design evaluation process for the Presidential Streets network: Per CDC guidelines: everyone 2 years or older who is not fully vaccinated www.cityofcapecanaveral.org/projects should wear a mask in indoor public place. If you are fully vaccinated, to maximize protection and prevent possibly spreading COVID-19 to others, wear a mask indoors in public if you are in an area of substantial or high transmission. Appendix B Stormwater Analysis Presidential Streets Existing Stormwater Collection System Review Prepared for City of Cape Canaveral, FL Presidential Streets Existing Stormwater Collection System Review City of Cape Canaveral, FL Prepared by: Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. Orlando, Florida 148192004 January 20, 2022 © Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. 2022 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets 4 ¡«¤ ®¥ #®­³¤­³² 1. Summary ............................................................................................................................3 2. Documents Provided by City of Cape Canaveral.............................................................4 3. Ridgewood Avenue Improvements (SJRWMD Permit #122353-1)..................................4 4. City Park Stormwater Retrofit (SJRWMD Permit #140486-1) ..........................................6 5. Cape Canaveral Multi-Gen Facility (SJRWMD Permit #140486-2)...................................6 6. Cape Canaveral Multi-Gen Facility (SJRWMD Permit #140486-3)...................................6 Exhibit A: Base Map..................................................................................................................7 Exhibit B: Stormwater Map of Cape Canaveral.......................................................................8 Exhibit C: Project Site and Infrastructure Map .......................................................................9 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets 1. SUMMARY outlines the findings and the information that will required to further analyze the existing stormwater collection system. Kimley-Horn has reviewed documents provided by the City of Cape Canaveral and historical documents permitted through St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) for projects within the overall study area. The overall study area ranges from Chandler Street (North) to Johnson Ave (South) and from the beach (east) to A1A (west). This area lies within the following drainage basins which all ultimately discharge to Banana River: -A portion of Canaveral Basin -International Basin -Center Basin The focus area ranges from Harrison Ave (north) to Pierce Ave (South) and from the beach (east) to A1A (west). This area lies within the following drainage basins which all ultimately discharge to Banana River: -A portion of International Basin -A portion of Center Basin Exhibit A Base Map Exhibit B Stormwater depicts. From the SJRWMD permit research the two most relevant projects to this drainage analysis were the Ridgewood Avenue Improvements project (SJRWMD Permit #122353-1) (Section 3, this document) and the Cape Canaveral Multi-Generational Facility projects (SJRWMD Permits: #140486-1, #140486-2, #140486-3) (Sections 4 thru 6 this document). Information gathered to be used for further stormwater analysis: As-built information of the exfiltration system within City Park (Section 4.3) Construction plans and drainage report for Ridgewood Ave Improvements (Section 3) Construction plans and drainage report for Canaveral City Park (Section 4) To further analyze the existing stormwater collection system, Kimley-Horn will require the following information to provide a recommendation to the City. Surveyed as-built information of the exfiltration systems constructed along Ridgewood Ave. Surveyed as-built information for the stormwater collection systems within the subject basins. Survey to include rim elevation, pipe sizes, inverts, and slopes. A drainage model of the existing conditions will need to be created with the as-built information. This will be used as a basis to show how the system is currently performing and how potential changes will impact the system. Geotechnical exploration to be required as needed where new systems are to be proposed. Topographic survey or LIDAR to analyze and establish drainage basins and flow patterns. 3 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets 2. DOCUMENTS PROVIDED BY CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL 1. cocc_stormwater_map information: a. Basin Area and delineation (no topo provided to support) i. Sub-basin area delineations are not provided b. Location of existing stormwater inlets c. Location of existing inlets that are in the process of being improved d. Does not include structure information e.g. pipes, inverts, direction of flow, structure top elevations, etc. 2. CoCC MGF_Conformed_CIVIL 2020-10-16 southern ball field to propose a future skate park and future playground expansion. This project also proposes to demo the basketball hoops and soccer field to the north and replaces them with a multi-generational facility. a. Project lies between Monroe Ave (North) and Harrison Ave (South) and between Magnolia Ave (East) and Orange Ave (West). b. Project proposes on-site stormwater management system with a retention area. c. These plans do not show the as-built exfiltration system permitted by Geosyntec on plans dated January 2015 submitted to SJRWMD (permit #140486-1). Need to confirm if exfiltration system was modified. 3. Stormwater Map of Cape Canaveral a. depicts basins, outfalls, inlets, pipes, and flow path (no topo to support). 4. Photos of the existing conditions 3. RIDGEWOOD AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS (SJRWMD PERMIT #122353-1) This permit proposed to retrofit (17) existing stormwater inlets with exfiltration boxes along Ridgewood Ave. The project consists of ±6,600 LF beginning at Grant Ave and ending at Central Blvd, which occupies more than 16 blocks of residential neighborhoods. Available Documents: 1. Drainage Report by Stottler Stagg & Associates dated September 25, 2009. This report provides the design conditions of the stormwater exfiltration system and details the Ridgewood Avenue construction phasing. a. Results for storm scenarios were not included as part of this report. b. Pre/Post Basin delineation exhibits i. Basin delineations are a standard offset from the centerline of the roadway and do not model the overall existing conditions. ii. Design inlet information (inverts, pipes sizes, rim elevation) are provided as part of these exhibits 4 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets 1. Stormwater model can be recreated using the design information, but it would analyze the design condition and not the as-built condition. c. Pre/Post Basin calculations for CN d. TC calculations not provided for pre/post basins e. Exfiltration system information i. Typical section, Standard detail, and total storage volume per unit. 2. Drainage Report by Stottler Stagg & Associates dated October 16, 2009. This report provides updated exfiltration system information. a. This revision upsized the total cumulative volume of the exfiltration systems from 477CF to 642CF. 3. Subsurface Soil Exploration and Geotechnical Engineering Evaluation report by Ardaman & Associates dated September 25, 2009. Study was done to evaluate the existing pavement profile and soil stratigraphy beneath the pavement and proposed pedway to provide recommendations for site preparation of the proposed pedway. a. Estimated SHWT provided b. Existing pavement depth information 4. Phase I Construction plans by Stottler Stagg & Associates dated July 2009. These plans propose to reduce the existing driveway width from 29.5 FT to 22 FT and proposes an 8 FT wide pedway construction plan. Aerial imagery confirms this phase has been completed. 5. Phase II Construction plans by Stottler Stagg & Associates dated January 21, 2010. Plans propose the milling and resurfacing of the existing asphalt roadway. 6. Phase III and Phase IV Construction plans were no Per the drainage report, these phases propose hardscape and landscape improvements, and demolition of the remaining structures which are behind the ROW. 7. 60% Construction plans by Geosyntec dated September 30, 2014. These plans are the 60% version of the construction plans permitted under SJRMWMD permit #140486-1 for the proposed exfiltration systems under the City Park ball fields (see Section 4). a. At this time is not clear why these construction plans were uploaded as part of this permit as it does not show any work along Ridgewood Ave. Further investigation is needed to determine if Ridgewood Ave. stormwater collection system is collected within the exfiltration system permitted under SJRWMD Permit #140486-1 (see Section 4). b. Stormwater Map of Cape Canaveral 8. Project Site and Infrastructure Map Geosyntec dated March 2014. This map shows the location of the proposed exfiltration systems (SJRWMD Permit #122353-1) in relation to the See Exhibit C. a. At this time, it is not clear why this plan was uploaded as part of this permit and not SJRWMD Permit #140486-1 (see Section 4) 5 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets 4. CITY PARK STORMWATER RETROFIT (SJRWMD PERMIT #140486-1) Submittal by Geosyntec which proposes two large exfiltration systems underneath the ball parks. Available Documents: 1. Drainage Report by Geosyntec dated October 2014 2. Permit Set Construction Plans by Geosyntec dated January 2015 3. Surveyed As-builts by Donoghue Construction Layout dated January 2017. Info provided for: a. AB Curb b. AB Irrigation Improvements c. 4. Geotech Report by Ardaman & Associates dated August 15, 2013 5. CAPE CANAVERAL MULTI-GEN FACILITY (SJRWMD PERMIT #140486-2) This permit modifies SJRWMD Permit #140486-1. The existing condition discharges the on-site irrigation runoff directly to Banana River Lagoon. This permit modifies the site to capture and treat on-site irrigation runoff within the exfiltration system, reducing the TN and TP pollutant loads. From needed basis based on the operational needs of the WRF. The automated control valve will be connected to telemetry that will allow the City to open and closed the valve remotely. A control panel will be constructed above ground to power the Available Documents: 1. Construction Plans by Geosyntec dated August 2018 2. Drainage Report by Geosyntec dated August 2018 3. Surveyed As-builts by Donoghue Construction Layout dated January 2017. Info provided for: a. AB Reclaim Water b. AB Electrical 6. CAPE CANAVERAL MULTI-GEN FACILITY (SJRWMD PERMIT #140486-3) Change of engineer from Geosyntec to Allen Engineering. This permit reflects the design proposed in the CoCC MGF_Conformed_CIVIL 2020-10-16 to demo the southern ball field to propose a future skate park and future playground expansion. This project also proposes to demo the basketball hoops and soccer field to the north and replaces them with a multi-generational facility. Available Documents: 1. Construction Plans by Allen Engineering dated February 2019. Please see plans provided by the City (See Section 2.2) for latest available. a. Latest plans revise the swale geometry and stormwater collection system 2. Drainage Report by Allen Engineering dated January 2019. 6 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets Exhibit A: Base Map 7 StudyArea Focus Area ve A s am d A e v A on rs ffe Je ve A on ks ac J e v A n a n a h c u B e v A ln o c in L Miles 0 0.05 0.1 0.2 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets Exhibit B: Stormwater Map of Cape Canaveral 8 Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City of Cape Canaveral Î Presidential Streets Exhibit C: Project Site and Infrastructure Map 9 D R G N I T S I X E V A D O O W E G D I R OR S LA NI A D V VA D NILASOR VA AILONGAM VA EGNARO VA ATTESNIOP C I T N A L T A N VA CITNALTA N VA C ITNALTA T C N Y L E V E XE ITSI R GN D Appendix C Recommended Landscaping Guid Planting List This plant list is not comprehensive in nature but should be used as a guide in selecting suitable native plants for the Presidential Streets, as part of the East Central Florida Region. Canopy Trees Acer rubrum (Red Maple) Bursera simaruba (Gumbo Limbo) Magnolia grandiflora (Southern Magnolia) Quercus virginiana (Live Oak) Simarouba glauca (Paradise Tree) Taxodium distichum (Bald Cypress) Ulmus americana (Florida Elm) Understory/Ornamental Trees Conocarpus erectus var. sericeus (Silver Buttonwood) Cornus foemina (Swamp Dogwood) Ilex cassine (Dahoon holly) Ilex vomitoria (Yaupon Holly) Myrica cerifera (Wax Myrtle) Palms Acoelorrhaphe wrightii (Paurotis Palm) Sabal palmetto (Cabbage Palm) Shrubs Cephalanthus occidentalis (Buttonbush) Chrysobalanus icaco (Coco Plum) Coccoloba uvifera (Seagrape) Ernodea littoralis (Golden Creeper) Hamelia patens (Firebush) Myrcianthes fragrans Psychotria nervosa (Wild Coffee) Sabal minor (Dwarf Palmetto) Serenoa repens (Saw Palmetto) Viburnum obovatum Zamia integrifolia (Coontie) pg. 1 Ornamental Grasses Aristida stricta (Wiregrass) Eragrostis elliottii (Elliott's Lovegrass) Muhlenbergia capillaris (Muhly Grass) Tripsacum dactyloides (Eastern Gama Grass) Tripsacum floridanum (Dwarf Fakahatchee Grass) Perennials and Groundcovers Helianthus debilis (East Coast Dune Sunflower) Mimosa strigillosa (Sunshine Mimosa) Rudbeckia hirta (Black-eyed Susan) Salvia coccinea (Scarlet Sage) Stachytarpheta jamaicensis (Blue Porterweed) Yucca filamentosa Rain Garden Plantings Canna flaccida (Yellow Canna) Crinum americanum (Swamp Lily) Hibiscus coccineus (Scarlet Hibiscus) Pontederia cordata (Pickerelweed) Spartina patens (Cordgrass) pg. 2 Image Credit: Florida Association of Native Nurseries, Florida Native Plant Society, Florida Wildflower Foundation, Google Str https://www.fnps.org/plants?searchtype=filter&zip=&county%5B%5D=brevard&sortview =form pg. 3 Appendix D Resiliency Assessment Presidential Streets Master Plan Resiliency Assessment Executive Summary The coastal City of Cape Canaveral is no stranger to the potential impacts and threat of climate change. With a recently completed Resiliency Action Plan, local leaders and staff have a clear picture of the potential threats they face that could critically impact the wellbeing and way of life in this area; some of these threats include sea level rise, storm surge, coastal flooding, and day to day reoccurring flooding.The City has identified these threats and opportunities to mitigate the risk for all citizens. Building community resilience can impact nearly every aspect of civic life, including the implementation of sound public policy and good governance. As part of the Presidential Streets Master Plan, a Resiliency Assessment was completed for the core area within Cape Canaveral, known as thePresidential Streets. Within Presidential Streets, this assessment highlights a Focus Area made up of a grid network, with six (6) east-west corridors (Pierce Avenue, Fillmore Avenue, Taylor Avenue, Polk Avenue, Tyler Avenue, and Harrison Avenue) and five (5) north-south corridors (Atlantic Avenue, Poinsetta Avenue, Orange Avenue, Magnolia Avenue, and Ridgewood Avenue). This area is generally known to have the greatest civic and governmental uses within the City and is primarilyresidential. As part of this assessment, an existing conditions review was completed to identify specific focus areas and outline high-level resiliency solutions that can be implemented in conjunction with or as part of other initiatives being completed by the City of Cape Canaveral. As noted, the City of Cape Canaveral has been extremely proactive in addressing and mitigating climate change risks, and this resiliency assessment is another opportunity to continue this effort on a micro scale. These initiatives are important for ensuring the longevity of the City and prioritizing the safety, security and well- being of residentswhile also continuing to prioritize the important status as a socioeconomic, multimodal hub for tourism within the Space Coast industry. pg. 1 Existing Conditions Assessment In order to identify resiliency solutions that fit the character and need of the Presidential Streets, an existing conditions assessment was conducted for a variety of resiliency related factors, also known as shocks and stressors,to get an idea of the overall risk facing this specific area of the City of Cape Canaveral.This was done through a mapping analysis to identify where these factors are located within the Presidential Streets, and where local populations and physical infrastructure are most at risk. The four (4)major themes that were evaluated in this assessment include the following: Critical Facilities The project team evaluated critical facilities located in Presidential Streets that are important for building resiliency and mitigating impacts when disasters do occur. These facilities include fire service and law enforcement buildings, transportation operation facilities, gas stations, grocery stores, educational facilities, waste facilities, government-owned buildings, public utility stations, and HazMat facilities. Flood Hazards& Storm Surge Risk Due to the coastal nature of Cape Canaveral and specifically the Presidential Streets, the area is susceptible to flood risk and sea level rise. Flood hazard mapping was completed to help identify areas that are most at risk and develop specific recommendations. Transportation Characteristics and Facilities Several factors related to transportation were evaluated as part of this resiliency assessment. These characteristics include evacuation routes, crash data, average annual daily traffic counts (AADT) and the location of specific transportation facilities. These elements all play a role in the resiliency of a community in that the facilities must be easily accessible and properly located. Social Vulnerability A social vulnerability analysis was also completed to understand the general need and the vulnerability of the population in the Presidential Streets when facing potential natural disasters or other risks. This analysis evaluated data including socioeconomic status, household composition & disability, minority status & language, among other factors. A breakdown of the specific data sources used for each of the themes is available in Figure 1. The analysis allowed the project team to identify specific areaswhere conditions are resilient and where there are vulnerabilities.This section will review the data evaluated in the existing conditions assessment.Based on this assessment, solutions and recommendations for focus areas were outlined, which will be discussed in more detail in thefollowing sections. pg. 2 Data AnalyzedSource Major Themes Fire Stations, Gas Stations, Government Buildings, Police City of Cape Canaveral, Critical Facilities 2022 Stations, Public Libraries, and Schools Florida Department of Transportation Transportation (FDOT), Evacuation Routes Facilities 2022 Federal Emergency Management Federal Emergency Flood Hazards & Management Agency Agency (FEMA) 1% Annual Chance Storm Surge (FEMA), 2021 Flood Event East Central Florida Sea, Lake, and Overland Surges for Regional Planning Flood Hazards & Hurricanes (SLOSH) Category 3 Council (ECFRPC), Storm Surge Storm Surge 2021 Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Transportation Space Coast Transit, Characteristics and Roadways, Sidewalks, Bus Routes City of Cape Canaveral, Facilities Various Years Transportation City of Cape Canaveral, Characteristics and Street Criticality 2022 Facilities Transportation Vehicular, Pedestrian, and Bicycle Signal Four Analytics, Characteristics and 2022 Crashes Facilities Florida Department of Transportation Annual Average Daily Traffic Transportation (FDOT), Characteristics and (AADT) 2022Facilities Persons Below Poverty Unemployed Population Median Income per Capita Population 17 Years Old and United States Census, Social Vulnerability 2018 Younger Population 65 Years Old and Older Population with Disabilities Household with No Vehicle pg. 3 Critical Facilities Critical facilities provide an important and invaluable role in the resiliencyof a specific area. The appropriate location of these critical facilities and residents’abilities to access them during emergencies or disasters can reduce disruption, limit risk, and provide critical and needed resources.Critical facilities include locations suchas hospitals,fire stations, gas stations, government buildings, police stations, public libraries, and schools.These facilities are typically functional to some degree shortly after emergencies to offer any needed services or goods. In the Presidential Streets, critical facilities are located heavily on the western edge of the Study Area. No facilities are currently located east of Orange Avenue outside of Cape View Elementary School, and this is likely due to the area’s proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), critical facilities should not be located in floodplains and should be provided a higher level of protection. As shown in Map 1, critical facilities in the Presidential Streets are concentrated near N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) which serves as the area’s sole evacuation route. This location allows for better access to these facilities, and from the facilities to evacuation if needed. Critical facilities found within the Presidential Streets include: City of Cape Canaveral City Hall Brevard County Sherriff’s Office – Cape Canaveral Precinct Cape Canaveral Culture and Leisure Services Department Cape Canaveral Public Library Canaveral Fire Rescue Station 53 Cape View Elementary School Gas Station - BP Gas Station – Circle K City of Cape Canaveral Community Center (C5) While many of these locations are identified as critical facilities for the purposes of this assessment, it is important to note that not all of these facilities may be functioning during an emergency.Many of thecritical facilitiesoutlined in this resiliency assessment were also identified in the Resilient Cape Canaveral Action Planas part of a larger network of facilities in the City of Cape Canaveral. pg. 4 pg. 5 Flood HazardsandStorm Surge Risk Floodsas a result of natural disasters and inundations arehazardous as theycan cause significant property and infrastructure damage while also be life threatening. While all areas in the US are prone to flooding to some degree, in the state of Florida, many communities are located within flood zones that carry significant risk due to their proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.The Presidential Streets Study Areais extremely susceptible to storm surge and flooding due to its coastal location. However, there is variation in the level of risk experienced based on location within the Study Area. For this assessment,FEMA National Flood Hazard information was used to identify the flood risk in the Study Area. Based on this information, coastal Presidential Streets are located in an area at risk for a 1% Annual Chance Flood Event. A 1% Annual Chance Flood Event, also known as the 100-year flood, is defined as an area that has a 1% chance or higher of flooding in any given year. As shown in Map 2, the eastern edge of the Study Area and coastline, including most of Ridgewood Avenue, are located in this area, indicating a significant flood hazard. In addition to evaluating flood hazards, storm surge riskwas evaluatedusing the Sea, Lake, and Overland Surges from Hurricanes Model, also referred to as the SLOSH model. The SLOSH model was developed by the National Weather Services (NWS) and is used to estimate storm surge height. The categories displayed on the SLOSH model are the same categories used on the Saffir- Simpson Hurricane Wind scale. For example, any area within a Category 3 storm surge areawould be potentially impacted by a Category 3 hurricane, based on the projected atmospheric pressure, size,forward speed, and track of that storm. Based on this data, much of the Presidential Streets is located within an area of potential Category 3 storm surge, with some coastal areas located in a Category 2. The western edge of the Study Area, where the majority of the Presidential Street’s critical facilities are located, also has some small and isolated areas that are located in a Category 4 Storm Surge, indicating an area that is slightly more elevated. The Storm Surge map is shown in Map 3. pg. 6 pg. 7 pg. 8 TransportationCharacteristics andFacilities As previously mentioned, the Presidential Streets Focus Area is made up of six (6)east- west corridors and five (5)north-southcorridors. The area hassome multimodal opportunities including bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities, but lacks overall connectivityfor thesemodes.As noted throughout the Master Plan document, several improvements are needed to create a well-connected roadway network that provide and promote multimodal connectivity. For the purposes of the existing conditions assessment, these facilities were evaluated on a very high level in conjunction with transportation data including crash information and AADT. This evaluation determined that the network is characterized by the following: Lack of multimodal (sidewalk and bicycle facilities) connectivity within the Presidential Streets. Transit facilities and routes are concentrated along N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A), the area's sole evacuation route and a main artery for Cape Canaveral. The majorityof roadsin the area are low-speed, low-volume corridors that are mostly residential. This excludes N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A), which is a major corridor with high volumes and speeds. Crashes with bicyclists and pedestrians are concentrated at major intersections, mainly onN. Atlantic Avenue (A1A). The location of existing roadways, sidewalks, and transit facilities in and surrounding the Presidential Streets is shown in Map4. This analysis also looked at the criticality of the roadway facilities in the Study Area. Criticality is a measurement developed bytheCity of Canaveral staffto prioritize pavement and street repairs based on the needs of the facility. Factors used to determine criticality include the following: Volume of Traffic Presence or Absenceof Four-Way Stops Presence or Absence of Traffic Lights ZoningDesignation Redevelopment Potential As shown in Map 5,the majority of the streets that run east-west(Tyler Avenue, Polk Avenue, and Fillmore Avenue)in the Study Areaare categorized as low to medium criticality, while all of the streets that run north-south(Poinsetta Avenue, Orange Avenue, Magnolia Avenue, and Ridgewood Avenue)have a high criticality. Streets with a high criticalitylikely haveissues related to significant cracking due toaging roadways,cracked intersections, and weakeningbase materials. pg. 9 pg. 10 pg. 11 For this analysis, crash data was also evaluated.These crashes were analyzed using the University of Florida GeoPlan Center Signal Four Analytics. This crash analysis tool is developed and maintained by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and provides the details of every crash in Florida. For this analysis, crashes that occurred during a five-year range between 2016 and 2021 were mapped, as shown in Map6. These crashes include both vehicular crashes, and those that involved a bicyclist or pedestrian. Areas on the map highlighted in green have fewer vehicular crashes, while the areas with yellow and red highlight areas with a larger number of vehicular crashes. In the Study Area, the majority of these high-density crash areas are located along N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A), which is the most utilized roadway by vehicles in the area. Additionally, this map displays the . specific locations of bicycle and pedestrian crashes. Five (5) crashes involved a bicyclist and twelve (12) involved a pedestrian between 2016 and 2021. These crashes involve vulnerable users and can be more severe than vehicle-only crashes.This data paints an important picture of which intersections in the Presidential Streets are most dangerous for multimodalusers.These unsafe intersections include: Harrison Avenue and N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) Tyler Avenue and N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) Taylor Avenue and N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) Fillmore Avenue and N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) Pierce Avenue and N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) Taylor Avenue and Ridgewood Avenue Finally, Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) data for the Study Areas roads was also mapped in Map 7 to understand traffic volumes within the Study Area. Currently, FDOT does not collect AADT for local roads, and makes an assumption based on the FDOT Quality Level of Service Handbook that the AADT for these local roads is under 5,000. It can be inferred that these roads have a relatively low traffic volume, making these corridors generally safer for multimodal users without significant facilities. N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) and Ridgewood Avenue are the only corridors in the Study Area with recorded AADT. TheAADT of these corridors are33,500 and 2,700 respectively.N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) has by far the highest AADT in the Study Area. The main importance of analyzing AADT from a resiliency perspective is determining the needs for maintenance and improvements based on the usage of these roads. The more a road is used, the more likely it is to need repairs in the short-term due to the constant toll that comes from the vehicles utilizing it. pg. 12 pg. 13 pg. 14 Social Vulnerability Social vulnerability of the Presidential Streets area was also evaluatedas part of the Resiliency assessment. The Center forDisease Controland Prevention(CDC) has created the Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) to measure the potential for negative impacts on at-risk communities. The themes used in the index are shown in Figure 2 and include socioeconomic status, household composition and disability, minor status and language, and housing type and transportation. For the purposes of this study, the specific factors that were analyzed include age, poverty level, income, transportation access, disability, and employment status. Figure 3 below shows how the Study Area, which is entirely contained within Census Tract 685.02, compares to Brevard County overall in each of these vulnerability themes identified in the SVI. The area included in Census Tract 685.02 encompasses more than the Presidential StreetsStudy Area. However, since this tract includes the Study Area population it isthe most accurate and representative source of data available for the purpose of this assessment. Study Area (Census Vulnerability Theme Brevard County Tract 685.02) Socioeconomic Status 0.1970.2929 Household Composition and 0.2273 0.2892 Disability Minority Status and Language 0.3939 0.1114 Housing Type and Transportation 0.1061 0.4651 Overall Vulnerability 0.1212 0.241 pg. 15 In the Census vulnerability data, thehigher the value indicated for each theme the more vulnerable the community is. The Presidential Streets neighborhoodismore vulnerable than the overall Countywith regards to socioeconomic status, demographicsand disabilities,andhousing type and transportation. Notably, the value for housing type and transportation is at 0.4651 in the Study Area, compared to just 0.1061 in the county, indicating a major gap and potential for an at-risk community. The first of these vulnerability factorsanalyzedin thisassessment is the percentage of the population of the Study Area below poverty, which is shown on Map 8. As shown on the map, the percentage of the population in poverty in the Presidential Streets area is higher than that of the neighboring census tracts.This indicates a high level of vulnerability for the Presidential Streets neighborhood in terms of socioeconomic status. The percentage of unemployed people in the Study Area is shown in Map 9. 3.2% of the population in the Study Area is unemployed, compared to 2.5% in Brevard County, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, yielding a slightly higher rate than that of the County. Map 10 displays the medium income per capita of the Study Area. This map shows that residents of the Study Area take in significantly less income than those in neighboring census tracts. The median income per capita for the Study Area is $31,862, while the median income for the surrounding census tracts ranges between $35,000 and $65,000. Maps 11and 12 show the minor and senior populations that live in the Study Area. As the maps display, there is a higher minor population (17 and younger) and a lower senior population (65 and older). This implies that there are more families and fewer retirement aged people than the nearby census tracts. Additionally, according to Map 13, the Study Area also has a slightly lower percentage of the people with disabilities than the surrounding census tracts. This is likely due to the fact that the Study Area has fewer senior residents than its neighboring census tracts. The final social vulnerability map, Map 14 shows the percentage of households in the Study Area with no personal vehicle, which is 15.7%. This is higher than that of neighboring census tracts, which likely stems from the lower income in the Study Area. As noted, the social vulnerability for the Presidential Streets neighborhood is higher than that of Brevard County and higher, in most cases, than the neighboring census tracts within the City limits of Cape Canaveral. The neighborhood is representative of a younger population bringing in less income than other parts of the City, some of whom are considered in poverty. That said, this population is employed at a similar rate to the rest of the County, so their lower income could be related to lower education level or the industries in which they are working. These are unique socioeconomic characteristics for a Florida coastal community, and are unlike similar geographically located communities that have more wealth, higher incomes, and an older population. The socioeconomic vulnerability for the Presidential Streets translates into a neighborhood that may be at- risk for negative impacts, and should be addressed through resilience policies. pg. 16 pg. 17 pg. 18 pg. 19 pg. 20 pg. 21 pg. 22 pg. 23 CurrentResiliencyPlanningInitiatives The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, and the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council are highly coordinated in the planning and implementation of resiliency initiatives to ensure that the City of Cape Canaveral is “Future-Ready.” This ensures that Cape Canaveral remains a strong and sustainable municipality that is able to address and mitigate challenges that could potentially arise. Several plans have been written, adopted, and are in various stages of implementation in the region, which provide a strong foundation for the resiliency solutions outlined in this assessment. These plans include: Brevard County Local Mitigation Strategy (2020) Resilient Cape Canaveral Action Plan (2021) ECFR2C Strategic Resiliency Action Plan (2021) Through these specific plans the City of Cape Canaveral intends to implement resiliency solutions that will positively impact the community far into the future and improve its overall resiliency, especially in vulnerable areas such as the Presidential Streets. The following solutions are currently underway as part of each of these monumental and important plans and are generally reflective of the resiliency solutions that will be presented later in this assessment. This list of plans and assessments discussed in this section is not exhaustive, and the project team recognizes that there are several other vulnerability assessments and guiding documents that are part of the larger resiliency strategy. Brevard County Local Mitigation Strategy Brevard County is required to complete a Local Mitigation Strategy, or LMS, every 5 years to ensure that sustained actions are taken to help reduce and mitigate any future disasters or emergencies that may occur. This can help ensure resiliency within communities throughout Brevard County. This document consists of a vulnerability assessment and hazard profile for each of the municipalities located in Brevard County. The City of Cape Canaveral was extremely participative and will continue to remain involved as the LMS is updated. This level of analysis is extremely important and allows municipalities the opportunity to gain a deeper level of understanding of the risk they face and the strategies that may implement for mitigation purposes. The LMS accounts for pre and post disaster resilience and establishes committees to take preparative actions. Resilient Cape Canaveral Action Plan The City of Cape Canaveral completed a Resiliency Action Plan in 2021 that includes dozens of actions to create a resilient and sustainable future. This plan was preceded by the Resilient Cape Canaveral 2019 Vulnerability Assessment. This Action Plan was unanimously adopted by pg. 24 the City Councilin June 2021and is representative of thecommitment to ensuring a resilient and futurethrough the implementation of actionable items, or Preparedness Targets.The resiliency solutions presented in this assessmentare consistent with the below recommendations from the Resilient Cape Canaveral Action Plan. Plant native and Florida-friendly trees and plants (Preparedness Target 10) Use Low Impact Development (LID) or Xeriscape practices on roadways (Preparedness Target 14) Cover all bus stops and illuminate via solar powered lighting (Preparedness Target 23) Introduce Complete Street design and install ADA compliant sidewalks (Preparedness Target 24) Convert 100% of City’s streetlights to solar by 2050 (Preparedness Target 29) Capture stormwater for reuse through stormwater chambers, rain barrels, or green roofs (Preparedness Target 36) At least 25% of new City roads, parking, and sidewalks should be permeable (Preparedness Target 37) ECFR2C Strategic Resiliency Action Plan This plan was completed by the East Central FloridaRegionalResilience Collaborative, or R2C, and the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council. This plan represents a collaborative effort by many different stakeholder groups to not only identify vulnerability and risk in the region, but also identify goals for a larger resiliency strategy. Many of the goals align with those of Cape Canaveral, which is identified as a formal partner in the plan. Some goals from this plan that are in line with some of the resiliency concerns in Cape Canaveral, and more specifically, the Presidential Streets, include the following: Implement infrastructure projects to reduce heat island effect (Infrastructure Goal 1) Increase the implementation of regionally (cross-jurisdiction significant resilient infrastructure projects.(Infrastructure Goal 7) Decrease flood impacts across the region.(Infrastructure Goal8) Developanintegratedregionalscaleriskandhazardassessmentaccountingfor socialvulnerabilities,climatesensitivities,andfutureconditionsbasedonscientific data.(socialvulnerabilities+riskanalysis+historicalhazardoccurrence/future conditions)*mustsatisfymultiplefederallevelriskassessmentrequirementsand couldincludenaturalandhumanmade.(RegionalRisk&VulnerabilityGoal1) Goal:Developaregionallistofmitigationprojectsemphasizingalignment, interactions,andstrategies.(RegionalRisk&VulnerabilityGoal2) pg. 25 Local Resiliency Projects In addition to planning initiatives, there are several notable projects going on that promote green infrastructure and resiliency in Cape Canaveral and the larger region. The following two projects highlight examples of improvements that may be incorporated into the Presidential Streets area. Installing Flood Barriers to Increase Resiliency at Critical Facilities in Cape Canaveral As part of its resiliency initiative, the City of Cape Canaveral installed flood barriers in 2020 at two critical facilities: the Water Reclamation Facility and the Public Works Services Administration Building. While the City has likely installed more of these in other locations, this is an excellent example of making resilient-minded upgrades to address 1 flooding concerns that will result from sea level rise and hurricanes in the future. Minutemen Stormwater and Streetscape Improvements in Cocoa Beach Cocoa Beach offers an example for using green infrastructure techniques to address resiliency and conservation issues faced bya community. This project installed urban planters, rain gardens, tree wells, exfiltration vaults and permeable pavers to allow stormwater runoff to mimic the natural water cycle, remove nutrients from the water, and return it back to the Banana River Lagoon. This provides an excellent local example of opportunities for treating stormwater and incorporating it back into the natural ecosystem 2 without causing adverse impacts. 1 Eichholz, Z. (2021, May 26). City of Cape Canaveral Installs New Flood Barriers to Increase Resilience at Critical Facilities. Preferred Governmental Insurance Trust. (https://pgit.org/city-of-cape-canaveral- installs-new-flood-barriers-to-increase-resilience-at-critical-facilities/) 2 Florida Department of Environmental Protection (2017, August 2). DEP Celebrates Completion of Minutemen Stormwater and Streetscape Improvement Project in Cocoa Beach. Press Release. (https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/FLDEP/bulletins/1ac80ed) pg. 26 Resiliency Solutions Based on the existing conditions and current initiatives taking place in the Study Area and in the larger City of Cape Canaveral, several broad resiliency solutions were identified that fit into the overall resiliency strategy but are specific to the Presidential Streets. These solutions are intended to provide a general framework for initiatives that can be incorporated into future and planned projects as part of a larger resilience strategy already in place. These solutions are generalsuggestions and should be incorporated on a case- by-case basis where and when appropriate, but should be heavily focused on the following five (5) focus areas that were identified within the Presidential Streets based on the desktop analysis and community feedback via the surveys and workshops: • Focus Area 1: Fillmore Avenue • Focus Area 2: Poinsettia Avenue • Focus Area 3: Magnolia Avenue and Tyler Avenue Intersection • Focus Area 4: N. Atlantic Avenue (A1A) and Tyler Avenue Intersection • Focus Area 5: Fillmore Avenue and Ridgewood Avenue Intersection These resiliency solutions include a short description, the solution’s priority for implementation, the identified responsible agency, and the general cost range to implement the identified objectives. Figure 4 below can be considered a key and identifies the different ranges that may be encountered on the following solution pages. PriorityPriorities may be low, medium, or high Focus Areas for Implementation 1, 2, 3, 4 and/or 5 Any identified local agency that may be applicable. This typically will include the municipality and/or Responsibility county as primarily responsible. Other partners may be identified in the future. These estimates are planning level cost estimates and are not associated with any other plan. They are intended to be general ranges solely for the purposes of this assessment: Cost $ - $0 to $50,000 $$ - $50,000 to $250,000 $$$ - $250,000 to $500,000 $$$$ - $500,000+ pg. 27 Solution 1: Elevating and Undergrounding Critical Facilities& Utilities Priority:Low Focus Areas for Implementation: All Responsibility:City of Cape Canaveral,Florida Power and Light (FPL), Brevard County Cost:$$$$ Inorder to ensure that critical facilities and utilities are offline for the shortest time possible and able to provide critical needs and services to the public, the City of Cape Canaveral should explore opportunities for elevating these critical buildingsand burying utilities where appropriate. The City may be able to implement these resiliency solutions when roadways and other transportation facilities need to be updated in the future, or in locations where right-of-way permits. Elevating critical facilities and undergrounding utilities can make the area less vulnerable to severe weather and other externalities that can damage these facilitiesand cause mass power outages. Additionally, when elevating critical facilities, gas stations and grocery stores should be included to reduce the impacts of flooding and increase the ability of residents to access them in times of need. . OBJECTIVES FOR IMPLEMENTATIONOF SOLUTION 1 Objective1.1:Elevatethe following critical facilities in the Presidential Streets area. These facilities may be elevated and upgraded based on their uses in times of disaster or in emergencies as identified by the City of Cape Canaveral. • Cape Canaveral City Hall • Brevard County Sherriff’s Office – Cape Canaveral Precinct • Cape Canaveral Culture and Leisure Services Department • Cape Canaveral Public Library Objective 1.2: Work with business owners of critical facilities that include grocery stores and gas station owners and identify solutions for safeguarding these locations in case of future disasters or emergencies by elevating them above flooding levels. Objective 1.3: Identify opportunities for undergrounding utilities in the Presidential Streets area. Action 1.3.1: Identify areas with robust right-of-way. Action 1.3.2: Develop general cost estimates for undergrounding utilities in the Study Area. Action 1.3.3: Develop a planning level document to prioritize undergrounding needs within the Study Area. pg. 28 Solution 2:Identifying Opportunities to UpdateRoadway Amenities Priority:Medium Focus Areas for Implementation: All Responsibility:City of Cape Canaveral,FPL, FDOT, Space Coast Area Transit Cost:$$ Roadway amenities include streetlights, signage, and seating such as benches along a corridor. Increasing the amount of street lighting and signage can improve safety conditions along corridors and improves travelers’ abilities to find destinations in times of emergency. These roadway amenities should also be selected and upgraded to accommodate the flood hazard and storm surge risk and should be designed to withstand the Category 3 risk and 100-yearflood zone issues identified previously in this assessment. OBJECTIVES FOR IMPLEMENTATIONOF SOLUTION 2 Objective 2.1: Inventory and identify existing roadway amenities within Presidential Streets. Objective 2.2: Using the completed inventory, identify opportunities to replace lighting structures with solar powered, resilient lighting optionsthat can withstand flooding and storm surge. Objective 2.3:Create a signage and wayfinding package for the Presidential Streets area that includes emergency response signage that identifies critical facilities and evacuation routes. pg. 29 Solution 3: Promoting Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Priority: Medium Focus Areas for Implementation: All Responsibility:City of Cape Canaveral, FDOT Cost:$$ Increasing the connectivity of bicycle and pedestrian facilities can provide opportunities for alternative transportation for both recreation and travel, which can indirectly impact the resiliency of a community. The Presidential Streets area has several opportunities for promoting connectivity of sidewalks and bicycle facilities through the construction of new sidewalks and bicycle amenities, improvement of existing facilities, and signage and wayfinding opportunities. OBJECTIVES FOR IMPLEMENTATIONOF SOLUTION 3 Objective 3.1:Complete a bicycle and pedestrian master plan for the City of Cape Canaveral to identify the existing network and make recommendations for network connectivity. This plan should be heavily focused on the aspects of bicycle-pedestrian travel that can increase resiliency and mitigate vulnerability in the City of Cape Canaveral, and specifically, the Presidential Streets. Objective 3.2: Identify opportunities for encouraging alternative transportation within the community. Objective 3.3: Provide opportunities for bicycling within the community through micromobility programs like bicycling sharing initiatives that will encourage more use of alternative transportation. pg. 30 Solution 4: Implementation ofRoadway Improvements Priority:Medium Focus Areas for Implementation: All Responsibility:City of Cape Canaveral, FDOT Cost:$$ to $$$ Roadway improvementscan be a usefultechnique to create complete streets, which can positively contribute to resiliency by providing multimodal and reliable corridors. Roadway improvements appropriate for the Presidential Streets area include one-way street conversion, narrowing the pavement to achieve traffic calming, identifying additional traffic calming solutions,and adding greenery and green infrastructure treatments for stormwater infiltration. These improvements can improve safety, quality, and resiliency of the roads and contribute to a more multimodal friendly atmosphere in the Presidential Streets. Many of these improvements were discussed in detail in the main Master Plan underthe “Roadway Improvements” section. OBJECTIVES FOR IMPLEMENTATIONOF SOLUTION 4 Objective 4.1: Identify specific areas in thePresidential Streets that have a need for roadway improvements that would contribute to the resilience of the area. Objective 4.2: Include specific projects identified in local plans for future feasibility studies, design phases, construction, or implementation. pg. 31 Solution 5: Identifying Policy Solutions Priority:High Focus Areas for Implementation: All Responsibility:City of Cape Canaveral Cost: $ Policychangescan be a great way to implement resiliency solutions at the local level. Below are a few policy-related methods that can be used to reduce the vulnerability of local infrastructure: Provide courses and educational materials to residents explaining when and how to evacuate from severe weather conditions; Prepare available resources for citizens post disaster such as food, water, blankets, and generators; Incorporate community Resilience Hubsthat can serve as central location that providescitizens a variety of resources when disruption occurs and supports initiatives for recovery and ongoingcommunication; Prepare a transit strategy in order to maintain public transportation options directly before and after a disaster; Promote green infrastructure through a variety of local initiatives that are in part funded by the community or grants. OBJECTIVES FOR IMPLEMENTATIONOF SOLUTION 5 Objective 5.1:Developa Communications and Marketing Plan to identify strategies for enhancing disaster preparedness and to share and promote larger initiatives identified in the Resilient Cape Canaveral Action Plan. Objective 5.2: Identify any gaps in the current resilience strategy that may be exploited during an emergency or natural disaster. Objective 5.3:Determine opportunities for funding a small grants program to encourage property owners and local residents to implement resilient technology and green infrastructure on their own property. Objective 5.4:Identify a location within the Presidential Streets area to serve as a Resilience Hub, and determineany outstanding resource or facility needs for properly equipping that location. pg. 32 Green Infrastructure Opportunities Green infrastructure provides an excellent option for integrating resilience strategies into the Presidential Streets area. The following green infrastructure initiativesoffer opportunities to incorporate green infrastructure and strengthen resiliency, and should be explored for integration with any projects in any of the 5 focus areas identified: Permeable Pavers Permeable pavers should be explored and implemented where appropriate and feasible. These typesof pavers allow water to permeate the surface and can assist communities in reducing stormwater runoff while also allowing the water to reach soils and thus, nearby plants and flowers. Flooding issues and the pooling of water can also be limited through the implementation of permeable pavers, which contributes to overall resilience of the community. These can be creatively incorporated into sidewalk and multi-use path design or crosswalks depending on the implementing agency. Bioswales Bioswales, like permeable pavers, offer the community an additional resource for handling stormwater runoff that can contribute to flooding and the pooling of water. According to the National Association of City Transportation Officials, or NACTO, these vegetated, shallow, landscaped depressions can be integrated into medians, cul-de-sacs, bulb outs and other traffic calming strategies (NACTO, 2022). This provides an excellent opportunity for Cape Canaveral and the Presidential Streets area as it provides elements that address both the transportation system and its overall resilience. Infiltration Infiltration is another option for collecting stormwater and redistributing it for other uses. Opportunities exist to create stormwater drains and other infrastructure to create an infiltration system that is highly dependable and reduces strain on other water providing systems in the community. Both bioswales andpermeable pavers are examples of infiltration systems. Reclaimed Irrigation The reuse of highly treated wastewater for non-potable use is an option for limiting use of treated water and conserving it for other uses. Non-potable uses include wateringplants and landscaping, which is something many communities in Florida are currently doing. Street Trees and Landscaping Street trees and landscaping are considered part of green infrastructure due to their ability to enhance a sense of place while increasing the general green space. It is important for local communities to plant the right kind of vegetation (local, non-invasive) in the right places where they will thrive. Street trees can provide shade and improve overall quality of life for local communities. pg. 33 Encourage and Support the Local Community While the City of Cape Canaveral has the opportunity to implement resiliency solutions on a City-widescale, the ability of individual property owners and general members of the public to implement resiliency strategies on their own cannot be understated. Local members of the public can make changes to their properties or participate in local programs that can have a significant impact on the resiliency of the community. These programs include Adopt-A-Tree programs and the implementation of rain gardens or other infiltration systems in their own backyards. This type of green infrastructure on a more grassroots level can be encouraging for individuals, and opportunities for partial funding for undertaking these initiatives should be explored. General Costs for Green Infrastructure Figure 5belowindicatesthe general costrangesfor each of the identified green infrastructure solutions. These costs are planning level cost estimates and are not intended to give a cost for any specific project the City may be interested in undertaking. It is recommended that the City of Cape Canaveral complete a Green Infrastructure Implementation Plan to identify more specifictreatments, their locations, and their costs if the City is interested in pursuing this option as part of its ongoing resiliency strategy. Green Infrastructure OpportunityPlanning Level Cost $50,000 to $75,000+; this cost depends on the Permeable Pavers number of pavers needed and the specific type of project being implemented. Rain Gardens, Bioswales$20,000 to $25,000 per 100 linear feet. These costs are highly variable depending on Infiltration System size of system and area, and the complexityof the desired system. These costs are highly variable depending on Reclaimed Irrigation System size of system and area, and the complexityof the desired system. $20,000 to $55,000 per 100 linear feet; costs Street Trees and Landscaping highly depend on location with right-of-way or outside of it, and type of landscaping and plants There is no specific cost associated with this; the Grants Program to Support Local City of Cape Canaveral may determine the funds Grassroots initiatives based on type of projects they are interested in supporting. pg. 34 Plan Alignment The previously outlined resiliency solutions as part of the Presidential Streets Master Plan are consistent with localplans and have a level of overlap for integration into planned and upcoming projects.Cohesive and well-aligned plans can help improve the likelihood of integrating resiliency solutions into local projects and processes, and ensures the long- term success of the community in this effort. The following matrix shown in Figure 6 shows existing relevant plans and how they align with solutions outlined in this document. Solution 1: Solution 2:Solution 3: Solution 5:Green Solution 4: Critical Roadway Bicycle-Policy Infrastruc- Road Diets FacilitiesAmenitiesPedestrianSolutionsture Existing Plans Cape Canaveral Capital X X X X X Improvement Plan (CIP) Brevard County Local Hazard X Mitigation Strategy Brevard County Stormwater X X Management Plan Cape Canaveral Stormwater X X Management Plan City of Cape Canaveral X X X X X Comprehensive Plan Strategic Resilience X X X X X Action Plan (SRAP) Resilient Cape X X X X X X Canaveral (2019) Resilient Cape Canaveral X X X X X X Action Plan (2021) pg. 35 Relevant CIP Projects The following projects were identified in the Cape Canaveral Capital Improvements Plan and provide examples of upcoming projects that have elements that fall within the solutions outlined in this assessment and are in the Presidential Streets area. These projects offer upcoming opportunities to reassess and incorporate any solutions that have been outlined in this document that may fit into the project to amplify the resiliency of the initiative. • CIP # CR-2 –City Promenade • CIP # CR-3 –Sidewalk Construction throughout CRA area • CIP # CR-4 –Polk Avenue Streetscape • CIP # CR-5 – Corner Improvements in the Presidential Streets Area • CIP # IM-4 – Paving Fund • CIP # IM-5 – Mobility Plan • CIP # IM-7 – City Hall Maintenance • CIP # IM-9 – Solar Light Replacement • CIP # IM-10 – BCSO Office Solar Array • CIP # IM-11 – EV Charging Station Upgrade • CIP # WW-2 – Reclaimed Water Pump/Motor Replacement pg. 36 FundingOpportunities Grant opportunities for resiliency, conservation, and restoration are widely available, and can positively impact the City’s overall resilience through strategies both large and small. The City of Cape Canaveral has the opportunity to apply for a number of different grants depending on the identified project’s purpose and the intent. Figure 7below provides a general list of these grantsthat could be used to fund resiliency solutions identified throughoutthis assessment document. These grants may also be useful in the implementation of larger scale projects that contribute to resiliency, conservation, or restoration. Funding AgencyGrant Name National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) – Traditional AmeriCorps Disaster Response, FEMA Corps Bikes Belong Coalition Community Grants Program Community-Based Coastal and Marine Habitat Restoration NOAA Fisheries Grants Department of Commerce– Economic Planning and Localities Technical Assistance Program Development Administration (EDA) Department of Economic Opportunity Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation Department of Energy Energy Management Program Federal Highway Administration •Bicycle & Pedestrian Program (FHWA) •National Transportation Enhancements Clearinghouse • Beach Erosion Control Program • Brownfield Redevelopment Program • Coastal Partnership Initiative • Florida Communities Trust – Parks and Open Space Florida Department of Environmental • Florida Forever Program Protection (FDEP) • Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) Grant • Total Maximum Water Quality Restoration Grant • Nonpoint Source Management Program • State Water-Quality Assistance Grant Florida Department of Transportation Beautification Grant (FDOT) Florida Inland Navigation District Waterways and Cooperative Assistance Program United States Department of Managing Community Forests Grant Agriculture (USDA) Wetland Reserve Program (WRP) Easements United States Fish and Wildlife Service National Coastal Wetlands (State Governments) (USFWS) National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Resilient Communities Grant (NFWF) PIG Difference The PIG Difference Grant Program Environmental Protection Agency Wetlands Program Development Grants (EPA) pg. 37 Appendix E Grants Funding AgencyEducationInfrastructure/CapitalDesignPlanningStreetscapeLand AcquisitionEconomic DevelopmentGreen Energy/Electric Vehicles American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Community Challenge nonoyesnonoyesnonononononono Grant nononononononoyesyesnononono American Hiking Society nonoyesnononononononononono American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) yesnononononoyesnononononono AmeriCorps's National Civilian Community Corps yesnonoyesyesnoyesyesnonononono Bikes Belong Coalition Community-Based Restoration Program Coastal and Marine Habitat yesnononononononononononono Restoration Grant no nononononononoyesnononono Conservation Fund - 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Summary:At its August 16, 2022Regular Meeting, the City Council heard from a significant number of residents regarding the repeal of commercial parking restrictions for a business located on the 100 block of Jackson Avenue due to an on-going code enforcement action. As a result, the Council placed a stay on all code enforcement actions dealing with the City’s parking regulations (see attached Council Minutes). At the same meeting, the Council approved a subsequent motion to send this item to Planning and Zoning Board for a recommendation on revising parking requirements. The Council limited the scope of their request to restaurants and bars. Background.Withrespect to establishments operating with a full-service alcohol license (4COP), whether it be a bar or restaurant, State licensure requirements include the capacity to serve meals to at least 150 persons at one time, and have a minimum of 2,500 square feet of floor area. Since parking is a function of total seats, a 150-seat establishment must provide 50 parking spaces. City Code requires that any establishment which allows consumption of alcohol on the premises, with the exception of restaurants and hotels, must first secure a Special Exception approval. Note that a criteria for approval of a Special Exception for alcohol sales is the location cannot be within 2,000 feet of another licensed establishment. This is the reason that many establishments that provide full-service alcohol are tied to a restaurant. City Code requires that a restaurant derive a minimum of 51 percent of the gross income from the sale on non-alcoholic items. The City’s current parking strategy is a traditional approach and one that has utilized since its incorporation. However, in the intervening years, trends in car ownership, alternatives such as bicycles, and simply lessons learned have changed parking demands and needs. With adoption of the A1A Economic Opportunity Overlay District (EOOD) in 2012, the Council signaled its desire to “…promote the pedestrian environment of the District.” Furthermore, the EOOD requirements “have the overall goal of encouraging compact, pedestrian-oriented developments and attractive public outdoor spaces.” Due to the City’s small land area, continued overreliance on automobiles, and associated parking, is not sustainable and discourages progress towards the EOOD’s pedestrian-oriented vision. Even though the scope of the Council’s request is limited to bars and restaurants, there are a significant number of these establishments in the City limits. Any change to how and what amount of parking is required for these uses could have a major impact on the community. To properly inform a future recommendation to the Council, it is proposed that the Planning and Zoning Board request that the Council fund the completion of a technical memorandum to be completed by a firm with expertise in traffic engineering and parking standards for commercial uses. Ideally, the memorandum will review other similarly situated municipalities for commercial parking best practices that can be easily incorporated into the City’s parking requirements for bars and restaurants. City of Cape Canaveral P&Z Board Regular Meeting · October 12, 2022 Agenda Item # Page 2 of 2 Attachments: #1 –City Council August 16, 2022 DRAFT Minutes Community and Economic DevelopmentStaff recommend the Board take the following action: Request the City Council authorize funding of a technical memorandum for parking related to bars and restaurants. Approved by Director:David Dickey Date: DRAFT CAPE CANAVERAL CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING City Hall Council Chambers 100 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920 Hybrid Meeting via GoToWebinar Tuesday August 16, 2022 6:00 p.m. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: The Chair called the Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Council Member Davis led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Council Member Kim Davis Mayor Pro Tem Mickie Kellum Mayor Wes Morrison Council Member Angela Raymond Council Member Don Willis Others Present: City Manager Todd Morley City Attorney Anthony Garganese City Clerk Mia Goforth Administrative/Financial Services Director John DeLeo Capital Projects Director Jeff Ratliff Community and Economic Development Director Dave Dickey Deputy City Clerk Daniel LeFever Executive Assistant to the City Manager/Office Manager Lisa Day Leisure Services/Community Affairs Director Molly Thomas Public Works Services Director Jim Moore Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Commander Byron Keck Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Scott Molyneaux Mayor Morrison requested Council make a motion to place Agenda Item 17, Resolution No. 2022-16 after Presentations/Interviews. A motion was made by Council Member Willis, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kellum, to move Item 17, Resolution No. 2022-16, after Presentations/Interviews. The motion carried 5-0. Mayor Morrison advised all audience members interested would be given a chance to comment. Council reached consensus to reschedule Agenda Item 2 for the September 21, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: The following City residents, business and property owners discussed opposition to the Florida Department of Transportation Modern Roundabout Project: Gwendolyn Hagar, John Dillon, Jim Udischas, Brad Pervell, Thomas Clary, Bruce Robertson, Bill Hodge, Sarah Hodge, William Hanson, Bill Pritchett, Dennis Fertig and Shannon Roberts. Rhonda Breininger discussed zero growth in the City’s population, City debt and opposition to spending. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida DRAFT City Council Regular Meeting · August 16, 2022 Minutes · Page 2 of 9 Brad Pervell discussed good customer service provided by Leisure Services Staff when renting the Pavilion. The following City residents, business and property owners discussed or waved their hands in support of repealing commercial parking restrictions on behalf of Peg S. Schaller, owner of Ellie Mae’s Tiki Bar: Jennifer Brand, Peg S. Schaller, Kiera Stolts, Eric LeBlanc, Carol Haley, Dino Martin, Tom Shoriak, Jeff Raymon, Mark Hamberger, Jamie Lantz, Marianne Pluchino, Kimberly Bertuzzi, Christine Campbell, Stefinie Lengen, Janet Bernard, Derek Bernard, Robert Wray, Dave Cronenberg, Michelle Gouge, Daniel Palamountain, Will Davidson, Rick Sprole, Patty Bendrick, Sylvia Ludwig, Gretchen Whitney, Kira Stoip, Geoff Bramlett, Emily Blanton, Joan Giles, Eric Pluchino, Lu Hemond, William Cottons, Kristin Williams, Chelsea Williams-Gividen, Vanessa Van Dongen, Shay Seitz, Bill Davidson, Shirley Elliot, Mark Elliot, Heather McIntosh, Brittany Adamson, Melissa Cole, Mary Hooper, Bob Zittel, Chris Passio, Patti Lowery, Jason Pace, Tracy McIntosh, Brenda VanWinkle, Andrew Menyhart, Elena Alvarez and Dana McMullan. Mayor Morrison requested Council make a motion to place Agenda Item 18 regarding parking regulation before Item 17, after Presentations/Interviews. A motion was made by Council Member Willis, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kellum, to move Item 18 to the top of the list just after Presentations/Interviews. The motion carried 5-0. PRESENTATIONS/INTERVIEWS: Presentation of Proclamation declaring August 2022 as “Florida Water Professionals Month” to City Public Works Services Staff, representing the Florida Water & Pollution Control Operators Association: Mayor Morrison presented the Proclamation to Public Works Services Director Moore. Presentation of Institute for Elected Municipal Officials Certificate of Completion to Council Member Don Willis: Mayor Morrison presented the Certificate to Council Member Willis. Mayor Morrison recessed the meeting at 7:39 p.m. The meeting resumed at 7:50 p.m. 18. Parking regulations to help small businesses in our City/Parking Minimums in the Commercial District (Submitted by Mayor Pro Tem Kellum and Mayor Morrison): Mayor Morrison explained the Item. City Manager Morley requested discussion be limited to restaurants and bars. Discussion ensued and included striking the minimum parking language in the City Code, following the Fire Code, creating ordinances that are business-friendly, how the City is small and not able to attract large franchise restaurants, City Code Sec. 110-491(1) requirements, a suggestion to implement a variance for special cases such as Ellie Mae's Tiki Bar, pros and cons of striking an entire Code Section, and a suggestion to conduct a parking analysis to look at best practices for all small businesses. City Manager Morley confirmed understanding of Council’s desires, explained the City Code requirement for any land development regulation must come by recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board and suggested a motion to send the Item to the Board for consideration of all Council-discussed suggestions, and suggested Council place a stay on Code Enforcement actions related to City Code Section 110-491(1) for all existing restaurants and bars, including Ellie Mae’s Tiki Bar. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Kellum, seconded by Council Member Raymond, for a stay for all existing businesses under Code Sec. 110-491(1). The motion carried 5-0. Discussion ensued regarding when the item should be scheduled for the Planning and Zoning Board Meeting and how there will be no negative Code Enforcement impacts due to the stay approved by Council. A motion was made City of Cape Canaveral, Florida DRAFT City Council Regular Meeting · August 16, 2022 Minutes · Page 3 of 9 by Council Member Willis, seconded by Council Member Raymond, to send the Item to the Planning and Zoning Board. City Manager Morley clarified that City Council has no authority over the Florida Fire Code. City Attorney Garganese advised Council on the reason not to seek waiving occupancy requirements. The motion carried 5-0. 17. Resolution No. 2022-16; modifying and updating the City's list of State Road A1A Improvement Priorities; requesting the Florida Department of Transportation provide an updated traffic study for the portion of State Road A1A located within the City of Cape Canaveral; providing for the repeal of prior inconsistent resolutions, severability and an effective date: Mayor Morrison reviewed the Item and called for a compromise with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) without support for the Roundabout. Discussion ensued and included individual Mayor and Council discussions with FDOT District Five Director of Transportation Development Charles “Jack” Adkins, an alternative to improve State Road (SR) A1A, opposition to the Roundabout Project, Council Member Willis’ efforts as the City’s representative member on the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization Governing Board to avert other municipalities trying move ahead on the list of the FDOT projects, encouragement of groups to meet with FDOT to view what can be achieved, the City’s long history of advocating for SR A1A safety and improvements, the need to reach common ground, and clarification on FDOT SR A1A prioritization of the Roundabout versus other improvement projects on SR A1A in the City. City Attorney Garganese advised Council how to proceed with approving Resolution No. 2022-16. A motion was made by Mayor Morrison, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kellum, to approve Resolution No. 2022-16, with “opposes” the proposed Roundabout. Discussion ensued and included City Manager Morley’s request for clarification of Mayor Morrison’s conversation with FDOT Director Adkins about what the City will get, even if it opposes the Roundabout, including the 35mph speed limit and the raised median/landscaping, which FDOT previously indicated would not be included in the Project. Mayor Morrison discussed how Director Adkins made no guarantees but said yes to looking at other options with the pursuit of the 35mph speed limit, and that FDOT maintains their position but are willing to look at alternatives other than the two submitted. Discussion continued on whether the City will be getting all of the Public Safety Priority Items contained in Exhibit “A” with the passage of the Resolution, and the element of risk Council is willing to take with no guarantee from FDOT. The motion carried 5-0. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Rising Rents. (Submitted by Council Member Raymond): Council Member Raymond discussed concerns regarding the long waiting lists for senior citizen apartments, some rents increasing $500 to $1,000 more per month, her passion for people and affordable housing, and the Certificate of Recognition she received on behalf of the Society of St. Vincent DePaul, Our Saviour’s Conference from the Governor’s Faith and Community Based Initiative for front line service to the vulnerable populations of Florida. Discussion ensued and included a need for renovating properties for affordability like other cities are doing, the importance of workforce housing, reviewing the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Plan to add affordable housing, the increasing population of Florida, the challenge of affordable housing construction, tiny homes and 3-D printed houses. 2.Consideration and final action on the Code Enforcement Special Magistrate’s Report and Recommendation regarding a request for a lien reduction for violations at 321 Johnson Avenue: Item rescheduled at the request of property owner by Consensus of Council to September 21, 2022.