HomeMy WebLinkAboutcocc_council_mtg_minutes_20230221_6p_regularCAPE CANAVERAL CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
100 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida 32920
Hybrid Meeting via GoToWebinar
Tuesday
February 21, 2023
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
Council Member
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
Council Member
Kim Davis
Mickie Kellum
Wes Morrison
Angela Raymond (via Webinar)
Don Willis
Others Present:
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Administrative/Financial Services Director
Capital Projects Director
Capital Projects Deputy Director
Community and Economic Development (C+ED) Director
C+ED Deputy Director/Sustainability Manager
C+ED Senior Planner
Parks, Recreation & Community Affairs (PRCA) Director
PRCA Deputy Director/Projects and Parks
Public Works Services Director
Executive Assistant to the City Manager/Office Manager
Brevard County Sheriff's Office Commander
Brevard County Sheriff's Office Lieutenant
Todd Morley
Anthony Garganese
Mia Goforth
John DeLeo
Jeff Ratliff
Tim Carlisle
Dave Dickey
Zachary Eichholz
Kyle Harris
Molly Thomas
John Mayberry
June Clark
Lisa Day
Byron Keck
Scott Molyneaux
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AS WRITTEN OR WITH AMENDMENTS: A motion was made by
Council Member Willis, seconded by Council Member Davis, to approve the Agenda as written.
The motion carried 5-0.
PRESENTATIONS/INTERVIEWS:
Presentation of Proclamation declaring March 2023 as "Irish -American Heritage Month" in the
City of Cape Canaveral to Keith Reynolds, representing The Ancient Order of the Hibernians:
City Manager Morley read the Proclamation while Mayor Morrison presented it to Keith Reynolds,
President, Brevard County Division 2, of the Ancient Order. Mr. Reynolds thanked Council,
discussed the history of the Organization, and encouraged all to attend the St. Patrick's Day
Parade in the City of Melbourne on Saturday, March 18, 2023.
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Presentation by Beep, Inc. representative Brandon Corsentino to review autonomous vehicle
technologies, collaborative efforts, and implementation opportunities within Brevard County:
C+ED Deputy Director/Sustainability Manager Eichholz explained the Item and introduced Mr.
Corsentino. Mr. Corsentino made the presentation and provided answers to Council including that
his company has not approached Port Canaveral yet and there will be a park-n-ride feature
available. Council thanked Mr. Corsentino. Mr. Corsentino extended an invitation to the City
Council to visit Beep offices in Lake Nona, Florida.
Annual Audited Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report for the Fiscal Year ended
September 30, 2022 — Presentation by Michael Messano, James Moore & Co.: Mr. Messano
made the presentation, and thanked the Financial Services Department for their hard work.
Administrative/Financial Services Director DeLeo discussed Staff dedication and thanked the Auditors.
Interview Jason Steele for consideration as the City of Cape Canaveral's Legislative
Representative: Mr. Steele addressed Council, discussed his professional background and
experience, relationship with Mayor Morrison, and how State legislative bills could impact the City
this session. Discussion ensued and included the importance of defending Home Rule, Mr. Steele's
positive relationships and connections to elected officials throughout the area, importance of
meeting with the City Council before Florida's Legislative Action Days in April to discuss strategy
and items of business important to Council, Mr. Steele's assurance that he does not get involved
in the political side of issues, Mr. Steele's time commitment to Council, and the discounted
monthly fee of $1,500 versus $2,500 the City will be receiving.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Shannon Roberts, resident, discussed concerns regarding Florida
Senate Bill 4, related to certain condominium homeowner associations, and management of beach
dunes. Scott Watson, resident, discussed concerns regarding desires to expand pickleball in the
City. Mayor Pro Tem Raymond discussed competitive tennis and court schedules in the City.
CONSENT AGENDA: Mayor Pro Tem Raymond removed Item 4.
1. Approve the Minutes of the City Council January 17, 2023 Regular Meeting.
2. Resolution No. 2023-02; 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.
3. Accept the Annual Audited Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report for the
Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2022.
4. Accept the Kimley-Horn & Associates Inc. (KHA) Traffic Study (Study) regarding the
operation of golf carts on specifically designated City roadways, and direct Staff to draft a
resolution incorporating the recommendations of the Study.
5. Approve ranking of civil engineers/firms by the City's Selection Committee for the position
of City Engineer.
6. Authorize the City Manager to execute Letter of Agreement with Jason Steele to serve as
the City of Cape Canaveral's Legislative Representative.
A motion was made by Council Member Willis, seconded by Council Member Kellum, to
approve the Consent Agenda Items 1,2,3,5 & 6. The motion carried 5-0.
#4 Discussion ensued regarding concerns over the current and future safety and security of
the City related to golf carts including crossing State Road A1A in the dark, users not wearing
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seatbelts, small children in golf carts, the City's priority should be for the overall public not just a
small majority of people, community support for and against the issue, enforcement burdens on
Staff and law enforcement, Harbor Heights area issues regarding speeding and minors using golf
carts, electric bike issues, golf carts now being driven on the streets, adoption of the
recommendations gives the City control over safety regulation, the ability to restrict certain areas
from golf carts such as grassy areas of City parks, the City's relationship with Port Canaveral,
revenues, and bringing a resolution back to Council to adopt the recommendations of the Study.
A motion was made by Council Member Davis, seconded by Council Member Willis, to
approve Item 4, as written. The motion carried 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
7. Ordinance No. 02-2023; amending the Solid Waste Agreement between the City and
Waste Pro of Florida, Inc., pursuant to Section 2.12 of the City Charter, to adopt a new residential
and commercial rate and extend the term of the franchise until September 30, 2027; providing
for the repeal of prior inconsistent ordinances and resolutions, incorporation into the Code,
severability and an effective date, second reading: City Attorney Garganese read the title into the
record and explained the Item. The Public Hearing was opened. There being no comment, the
Public Hearing was closed. Discussion ensued and included the twenty (20) cubic yard Construction
and Demolition Debris Dumpster Roll -Off Exclusion and impacts were it to be removed. A motion
was made by Council Member Davis, seconded by Council Member Willis, to adopt
Ordinance No. 02-2023 as written, at second reading. The motion carried 5-0.
8. Ordinance No. 03-2023; amending Chapter 22 — Community Development to modify
the duties of the Business and Economic Development Board to include serving in the role of
the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board; providing for
the purpose and duties of the City of Cape Canaveral Community Redevelopment Advisory
Board; providing for the repeal of prior inconsistent ordinances and resolutions, incorporation
into the Code, severability and an effective date, second reading: City Attorney Garganese read
the title into the record and explained the Item. The Public Hearing was opened. Shannon
Roberts, resident, expressed support for the Board. The Public Hearing was closed. Discussion
ensued and included duties and business of the Board including updating the Economic Action
Plan, Community Redevelopment Area training to be provided, scheduling the next Board
Meeting for April 2023 after the Strategic Planning Retreat on March 29, 2023, and inviting the
Board Members to attend the Retreat. A motion was made by Council Member Kellum,
seconded by Council Member Willis, to adopt Ordinance No. 03-2023, at second reading.
The motion carried 5-0.
ITEMS FOR ACTION:
9. Approve Proposal from Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (KHA) in the amount of
$98,600 to prepare the Civic Hub Master Plan and authorize City Manager to execute same:
City Manager Morley explained the Item. Discussion ensued and included funding coming out
of the 1.2M Loan, design evolvement with input from the public, concern regarding cost,
exfiltration and trees, area of eligibility and preliminary draft is not set in stone, possibility of
holding off on making a decision by bringing the Item to the Strategic Planning Retreat for
ranking, importance of maximizing stormwater storage wherever possible, coordination of the
Plan with the Presidential Streets Master Plan, support for moving forward, debate over
approving the Item now versus postponing until after the Strategic Planning Retreat,
postponement could push the Plan schedule back two months, residents' excitement over the
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Civic Hub, and concern over price increases should Council wait. A motion was made by Mayor
Pro Tem Raymond, seconded by Council Member Davis, to approve the Proposal from
Kimley-Horn in the amount of $98,600 to prepare the Civic Hub Master Plan and authorize
the City Manager to execute same. Shannon Roberts, resident, discussed favor for the Item
and encouraged the Council to support it now. The motion carried 3-2, with Mayor Morrison
and Council Member Kellum voting against.
10. Review, revise as needed, and adopt the updated Community Vision Statement: City
Manager Morley explained the Item, read the proposed Statement aloud, discussed how the
Statement is used including when Staff brings items to the Council, and the importance of using
the content as a guide to connect most everything the City does to its Community Vision
Statement. Discussion ensued regarding Council Members support for the Statement and
recognition/thanks to Staff for their efforts. A motion was made by Council Member Willis,
seconded by Council Member Davis, to adopt the Community Vision Statement. The motion
carried 5-0.
ITEM FOR DISCUSSION:
11. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (Submitted by Council Member Willis): Council Member
Willis explained the Item and requested Staff provide an update. C+ED Deputy Director Eichholz
discussed the contract status between the City and Rivian for electric vehicle (EV) charging station
replacement no longer available due to the economic setbacks experienced by the company, how
the City should continue exploring other EV charging options for sustainability and resiliency
reasons, how EV transportation markets continue to grow quickly, and explained the options Staff
is exploring with Florida Power and Light for both fleet and public EV charging stations. Discussion
ensued and included support for replacing the City's free EV charging stations with pay options,
Council interest in receiving different programs from Staff to choose from, the City's success and
leadership in providing EV charging stations to the public, other cities observing the efforts of the
City, grants and federal funds available through the Inflation Reduction Act and the American
Rescue Plan Act. Council reached consensus to move forward with EV charging stations.
REPORTS: City Manager Morley discussed takeaways from the Port Canaveral Mayors' Breakfast
with Mayor Morrison, including the Cove Redevelopment District will not be returning and the
reason behind why the Port does not open the locks for tidal flushing in order to help the Indian
River Lagoon is due to a high investment in the channel depth — having them open brings
sediment into the channel. Council Member Kellum discussed the success of the Sea Oats planting
and thanked Staff. Council Member Willis discussed plans to have a Space Coast Transportation
and Planning Organization table at the March 3, 2023 Friday Fest to promote bike safety and
e-bike laws, and a plan to coordinate an e-bike rodeo with the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.
Council Member Davis praised the Sea Oats Planting and Staff. Mayor Pro Tem Raymond
discussed attending the Space Coast League of Cities meeting where accessible housing was
decided to be the top priority, and her appointment to the Advocacy Team.
ADJOURNMENT:,The Meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
(Signature)
Mia Goforth, City Clerk
(Signature)
Wes Morrison, Mayor
SEAL OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA
From: Wes Morrison
To: Mia Goforth; Daniel LeFever
Subject: Fwd: HB 1395
Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023 1:05:01 PM
Hi Mia/Daniel,
I plan on reading this short email into the record during our Discussion Item this evening and I
will provide printed copies if needed.
Wes Morrison
Mayor
City Hall Office
100 Polk Avenue
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
www.CityOfCapeCanaveral.org
Begin forwarded message:
From: Michael Hartman <mm1370@aol.com>
Date: March 21, 2023 at 12:42:38 PM EDT
To: Tyler.Sirois@myfloridahouse.gov, randyfine@hotmail.com,
mayfield.debbie.web@flsenate.gov
Cc: Don Willis <d.willis@cityofcapecanaveral.org>, Wes Morrison
<W.Morrison@cityofcapecanaveral.org>, michaelnerlinger@gmail.com,
gsdog129@gmail.com, bcogswe112@cfl.rr.com, jillybean50322@gmail.com
Subject: HB 1395
Reply -To: Michael Hartman <mm1370@aol.com>
Please amend HB 1395 to repeal SB 4D. The 172 condo owners at Puerto Del Rio
Condominiums in Cape Canaveral are already struggling with inflation and rising
insurance rates. Our insurance increased this year from $205,000 to $728,000.
Our other operating expenses increased by approximately another $80,000. We
are responsible condo owners and include preventative maintenance and capital
expenditures in our budget to keep our property and buildings in first-class shape.
The mandates created under SB 4D are another example of government dictating
how people have to live their lives.
Republicans are supposed to be the party of personal responsibility and small
government. Republicans need to prove that by repealing SB 4D and allowing
condominium associations the right to govern themselves free of costly and
unnecessary government regulations.
Sincerely,
Michael Hartman
President
Puerto Del Rio HOA
8914 Puerto Del Rio Drive #303
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
321-223-8650