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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 05-02-2006 RegularCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING -'� CITY HALL ANNEX I 'I'I Polk Avenue, cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY May 2, 2006 7:00 PM MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: The chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Mayor Pro Tern Bob Hoog Council Member Jinn Morgan Council Member Leo Nicholas Council Member Buzz Petsos Mayor Rocky Randels �-- Others Present: City Manager City Attorney City Clerk City Treasurer Building Official City Planner PRESENTATION: Bennett Boucher Anthony Garganese Susan Stills Andrea Bowers Todd Morley Todd Peetz Ridgewood Avenue Streetscape — Brad Smith Assoc., Inc. Mayor Randels introduced Mr. Brad Smith of Brad Smith Associates, Inc. and Mr. Don Soderblom of Greenblades of central Florida, Inc. He stated that the firm received the design contract as of February 7 The firm is presenting a conceptual design. Mr. Smith informed that two public involvement sessions are planned for May 10 at the Public Library from 3:00 to 4:30 P.M. and again from 0:30 to 8:00 P.M. During the presentation: • Mr. Smith pointed out the damage to the existing curb inlets. ■ Mr. Smith noted that some underground improvements would occur. • He stated that bicycle and pedestrian access are included in the project. • He informed that milling and resurfacing would occur specifically at crosswalks. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 2, 2006 Page 2 of g • Mr. Smith noted the possible lighting fixtures and plant materials. • He also pointed out the traffic problems in having a median in the middle of the road. Mr. Smith referred to the storyboards to point out the intended bike route on the west side of the road and also how planting would occur in an alternating fashion on the roadway. Mr. Smith stated that the Public Meetings would review the Power Point presentation and the storyboards. The public could provide comments with post -it notes on sections of the storyboard. Mr. Smith informed that the Power Point presentation would also be available in storyboard fashion for the public to make their vote with colored stickers on the slides of choice. He informed that the Florida Department of Transportation design criteria required a non - mountable, or type "F" curb. However, the Council did not need to adhere to FDOT standards. The firm adhered to the local code and fine of sight. Mr. Smith noted that some parking now occurs within the existing right-of-way. He stated that the firm would work with staff on any identified issues. Mayor Randels commented on a median that would deter entrance to a residence. Mr. Morgan expressed concern with fire protection and requested the Fire Chiefs input. Mr. Petsos expressed favor with the meandering landscape. Council concurred with the bicycle path on the west side and the pedestrian walkway on the east side. Mr. Morgan noted that the items presented in the workshop were favorably applied. Mayor Pro Tern �- Hoog questioned parking capabilities if people are no longer able to park in certain areas. Mr. Boucher replied that staff and the firm would work with those impacted for reasonable project application. Discussion brought out that tree growth is a concern in light of the utility poles. Mayor Randels pointed out a footprint for bike trails. Mr. Morgan stated that there are no existing curbs except at the intersections. Mr. Smith stated that mountable curbs exist. Mr. Smith informed that after the Public Hearing process, Stottler, Stagg and Associates, City Engineers will review the City infrastructure relative to the project as Phase Il of the project. Mr. Smith informed that substantial curbs were needed to withstand impact from heavy vehicles. Mr. Petsos questioned the Florida Department of Transportation standards. Mr. Smith replied that his firm would comply with the more stringent standards if the Council desired. He would also comply with the full two -lane traffic. Mayor Randels announced that two meetings would be held on May 18 at 3:00 P.M. and at 6:30 P.M. Mayor Randels reported that funding was available through mitigation from a developer and also funds from the County for asphalt. He informed that the project results would be ready by July 18 Mr. Morgan asked if there were a price differential on the stamped asphalt. Mr. Smith replied that the firm would return with probable construction costs on July 18 A resident informed the Council that stamped asphalt in Merritt Park place requires more maintenance. Mr. Soderblom explained that once per year a thorough cleaning would �.._ occur and preventative coating applied. Mr. Nicholas asked for the start and completion time line. Mr. Soderblom replied that after presenting the results on July 18 the following City of cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 2, 2006 Page 3of9 steps will be to obtain a detailed road survey and the engineering review. He approximated that work should begin in the spring of 2007. Mr. Boucher replied to Mr. Nicholas that he is working with Harriet Raymond for an I nterlocal Agreement. Mr. Nicholas informed that the State transferred Ridgewood Avenue, North Atlantic Avenue and Central Blvd. to the County for repair and maintenance. The City has since petitioned the County to regain control of the roads; however, contingent upon the county performing some needed road repairs. Mr. Smith closed his presentation and distributed handouts to the Council. CONSENT AGENDA I . city council Regular Meeting Minutes of April 18, 20080 2. Proclamation for Municipal clerks Week. 3. Proclamation for National Public Works Week. Mayor Randels asked if Council, staff or any interested party desired to remove any of the items for discussion. No request was made to remove any of the items for discussion. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Hoog and seconded by Mr. Morgan to Approve Consent Agenda Items No. I through 3. The vote on the motion carried 5 -0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tern Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Nicholas, For, Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. CONSIDERATIONS: 4. Motion to Approve: Quarterly Treasurer's Report and Budget Transfers for the Period Ending March 31, 2005. Ms. Bowers stated that adjustments were made to construction related revenues and Investigative Fees decreased considerably. She explained that no changes went against Reserve Funds; however, funds were used for street lighting installation at the Recreation Complex that was a previous year appropriation. Any new Operating Expenditures were used from Contingency and the adjustment that was made in the revenues was from a Contingency Fund established for the Police Department property purchase. Mayor Randels explained that when the State Attorney prosecutes for City code violations, violators were fined $246.00; however, if the fine is paid the city receives $1 5.00 and the State Attorney receives $100.00 for prosecution. Ms. Bowers also reminded of the Law Enforcement costs. Mr. Petsos asked if the City could opt into the County's open container law and to let them prosecute the offense. Ms. Bowers said that the violations were strictly city laws. Attorney Garganese explained that if the law were adopted as a r countywide ordinance then State Attorney could prosecute it as such. Ms. Bowers replied City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 2, 2006 Page 4 of 9 to Mayor Randels question that animal control violations are prosecuted under General Government Ad Valorem taxes. fills. Bowers informed that a new line item was established for the Manatee Sanctuary Park Drainage Improvement Project. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Approve the Quarterly Treasurer's Report and Budget Transfers for the Period Ending March 31, 2006. The vote on the motion carried 5-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Nicholas, For, Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. S. Motion to Approve: Request for State and Federal Transportation Project Funding. Mayor Randels explained that each year Council comprises a. list of items related to road improvements. He read the (7) items as follows: 1 ] SR AlA and International Drive, reconfigure alignment of the intersection, 2] SR Al A and Columbia Drive, construct a pedestrian overpass, 3] SR Al A and Columbia Drive, help to make this intersection safe for vehicles and pedestrians, 4) Install overhead boom /mast arm signals at (4) locations, 5) improve the street lighting on SR AIA, 6] Synchronize the traffic lights and 7) Design and construct an urban roadway profile for SR A1A. Mr. Nicholas suggested reprioritizing the traffic light synchronization in order to improve traffic flow. Mr. Petsos reminded that costs --- were relative to item priority. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog asked if the MPG could address the traffic light at SR Al A and Central Blvd. Mr. Boucher informed that the City offered to pay for the light; however was rejected. The State Office responded that it would address imposing traffic problems. He replied to Mr. Petsos that he would bring this issue of the shared seat between Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach to the next Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting. Mayor Randels concluded that the City would submit the list as presented. Ms. Shannon Roberts asked if the Business and Cultural Development Board surrey would influence the list. She also asked if bus shelters would be included. Mayor Randels replied that funding was available from Space coast Area Transit for six covered bus shelters. A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to Approve a Request for State and Federal Transportation Project Funding to the Brevard Metropolitan Planning organization. The vote on the motion carried 5.0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Nicholas, For, Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 6. Motion to Approve: Authorization to Advertise Request for Proposals (RFP) for Architectural Services — city Hall/Police campus Design. Mr. Boucher informed that the City was unsuccessful in securing the property on North Atlantic Avenue for a police facility. He informed that the Fire Chief attended a Public Safety facilities seminar and shared information to draft a Request for Proposal. Council members replied to Mayor Randels that no further discussion was needed on the Stottler, City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May Z, 2005 Page 5of9 Stagg building. Mr. Boucher replied to Mr. Nicholas that an outside firm and not the city Engineers would draft the Request for Proposal. A motion was made by Mr. Nicholas and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Approve the Authorization to Advertise Request for Proposals (RFP) for Architectural Services. The vote on the motion carried 5-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Nicholas, For, Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. SITE PLAN: 7. Motion to Approve: Atlantic Animal clinic, Allen Engineering, Applicant. Mr. Todd Peetz informed the current clinic is located on the corner between Polk and Tyler Avenues. He noted inconsistencies to the code on two 30 -inch oak trees that were in question for removal and the potential loss of one parking space. He stated that only the City Council could approve the special waiver. Mr. John Allen of Allen Engineering informed that subsequent to a survey he noted a change in one tree measurement from 24- inches to 19- inches in diameter. Mayor Randels explained that the new building is for vacant land between Tyler and Harrison Avenues. Mayor Randels explained that meandering through the property provided for tree preservation. Mr. Morgan and Mr. Petsos concurred in favor of the project. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog asked if the stormwater question was answered. Mayor Randels referenced an update on April 4 h . There was no audience input. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to Approve the Atlantic Animal clinic site Plan. The vote on the motion carried 5-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr, Morgan, For; Mr. Nicholas, For, Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. DISCUSSION: 8. city council Seat Vacancy. Mayor Randels announced that Council Member Jim Morgan submitted his resignation effective May 30, 2000. He read the City Code requirements to appoint a successor within (30) days from the existing vacancy to complete the term until the next General Election at which time a one -year appointment would complete the remainder of the original term. Mayor Randels informed that the City would publish a notice and if any person were interested in serving on the council they would submit a resume. Attorney Garganese explained that city council could not fill the seat until the vacancy became effective. Council agreed to accept applications for the vacant city council seat until June 1' for review at the next scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 5th. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 2, 2006 Page 0 of 9 9. Cape Canaveral Community Survey 2006. Dr. James Wright of the University of Central Florida [UCF] addressed Council and explained that a signed agreement between the City and University of Central Florida Student Government. The University Board agreed to the methodology. The two concerns are: 1 ] who would be the respondents and 2] what questions would be asked. Mr. Boucher informed that part of the survey is a web- based. version and Dr. Wright's students would receive a formalized script for the telephone survey. Dr. Wright replied to Mr. Morgan that the survey would focus on residents in light of what businesses they would desire to see or not see in the area. He preferred to have registered voters respond. Mr. Petsos replied that the Pharmacy community preferred to have the general populace response. Mayor Pro Tern Hoog agreed with a general public response and he did not see the need for rent versus home ownership or income questions. Dr. Wright stated that any questions removed might create the need for additional questions. Mr. Nicholas asked about the statistical basis for the number of respondents. Dr. Wright replied that to be with the nearest plus or minus 5 percentage points was closest to a precise answer from the sample size of 400. Council requested to remove the ethnicity question. Discussion followed on the types of questions to include. Mr. Russell informed that Census data is most near accurate. Dr. Wright replied that the 2000 census results might have changed some data aspects. Mr. Craig smith stated that this is a �- quality of life survey. Ms. Shannon Roberts noted that a survey during this time of year is not inclusive of the City's seasonal population. Mr. Smith informed that the web site could collect any missed respondents. Dr. Wright expressed his thanks to the Council and the Business and Cultural Development Board for the opportunity. REPORTS- City Manager • Mr. Boucher informed that the City received one bid for continuing Concrete Services at a price of $797,000. He would review this with the City Treasurer for available funding. Council questioned the high bid cost. Mr. Boucher informed of the expense of directional drilling under a State road. Mr. Boucher reported that the grant paperwork for the north central drainage canal project is in progress. He anticipates funding for the south canal next year. • Mr. Boucher reported that the Cart system went online as of May 1. He noted some of the problem areas and stated that Waste Management was working diligently to address any problems. Mr. Boucher reported that he has a meeting with the County on May 10th on the intersection improvements for North Atlantic Avenue and Vilest central Blvd. He informed that the mast arms would be painted black. Mr. Boucher reported that he has an upcoming Brevard Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting for north turn lane project. • Mr. Boucher reported on the successful Customer service Training for staff. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 2, 2006 Page 7of9 2. staff Building official • Mr. Morley suggested an article for the Hometown News to report that the City is sponsoring the survey. • Mr. Morley announced that Country Inns and Suites will have their lights out inspection in the coming week. They are seeking a steak house for their out parcel. Stormwater Administrator • No report. City Treasurer • No report. City Clerk • Ms. Stills informed of the time to prepare for a half -day Visioning session with the Council and staff. The Clerk's office would contact Council members to schedule the day and time. City Attorney • No report. AUDIENCE To BE HEARD: • Mr. Glen Petit addressed the Council on behalf of the Treasure Island Club. He referred to the last above ground lift station. He explained that this created an attractive nuisance for young children. Mr. Petit explained that the Public Works Department secured the area; however, the problem is ongoing. He requested to have this item placed on the next agenda for further discussion with the intent of installing an underground unit. Mr. Boucher replied that the Lift Station was budgeted to become a submersible system. • Mr. Petit stated that to the property south of the Treasure Island Club is City owned and is used as a dumping site. The property is infiltrated with Brazilian pepper trees and he asked if the City would clean up this property. Mr. Boucher responded that this could be done. • Mr. Craig Stewart pointed out that a survey question should ask what type of businesses residents would like to see less of in the City. Mayor Randels clarified for the audience that the Lido Cabaret and the two Fireworks Retail stores are not in Cape Canaveral. Mr. Petsos informed that there is such a question on Page One. Mr. Ed Ciecirski asked how someone would know which properties are within the City limits. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 2, 2006 Page 8of9 3, city council Council Member Nicholas ■ Mr. Nicholas commended Fire chief Dave Sargeant for his foresight in purchasing the ladder truck in light of a recent fire in cocoa Beach. He noted that Cape Canaveral was also one of the first City's to attain the Advanced Life Support system. Council Member Petsos ■ Mr. Petsos asked if any letter was forwarded regarding the software to track County fiscal accountability. City Manager will draft a letter. Mr. Boucher informed that the County planned to include the Emergency Management Services assessment into its General Fund. ■ Mr. Petsos expressed his appreciation for the City Recreation Director's letter to the County's Parks and Recreation Director for $30,000 for the playground. ■ Mr. Petsos reported that the Planning Board and the Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the Cocoa Beach High School Performing Arts center. The plan would proceed to the city commission for a full five -vote approval. ■ Mr. Petsos asked for discussion for a definition of diseased trees. Council Member Morgan ■ No report. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog • Mayor Pro Tem Hoag asked about the turning lane light for North Atlantic Avenue. ■ Mayor Pro Tem Hoog asked about the sidewalk in front of the Radisson Resort. Mr. Morley replied that the Florida Department of Transportation did not approve the elevation. ■ Mayor Pro Tem Hoog brought out the issue of affordable housing. He suggested that the Planning and Zoning Board create an area for affordable housing. Ms. Cathy Reakes related that in order to gain affordable housing on the beachside she was told that density would need to increase. Mr. Morgan replied that a density increase required a referendum. Ms. Judy Lau replied that Brevard Workforce Development is presenting a report on affordable housing however the definition of affordable housing is 30 percent of one's income limit. She explained that the income level of the retail workforce was not able to sustain housing in the City. Ms. Bea McNeely informed that there was a report on high hazard coastal areas and the findings were to lower the density along the coast. She also informed that the Florida Department of Community Affairs directed to place affordable housing in the Comprehensive Plan. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 2, 2666 Page 9of9 Mayor Randels ■ Mayor Randels reported on the success of the Arbor Day ceremony. • Mayor Randels reported that the Disney Cruise Line adopted the shoreline along Cherie Down Lane to Jetty Park for litter control. ■ Mayor Randels informed that the city presented Ms. Anna Kelly with a Key to the City that she displays along with a family photograph. ■ Mayor Randels announced that he invited Attorney General Charlie Crist to speak on the Sexual Predator ordinance. ■ Mayor Randels announced that Brevard county recognized the City for its participation with the Brevard Commission on Aging. ■ Mayor Randels reported that he would return to another session on the Cocoa Beach community center. He reported from a news article that the Cape Canaveral City Council was not interested in using City funds to support a center in Cocoa Beach. ADJOURNMENT: There being ,further business, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:50 Q.M. jet --- - Rocky Ran ls, MAYOR el 8 'us- t9, r TY CLER