HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 09-25-2006 SpecialCITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
CITY HALL ANNEX
111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida
MONDAY
September 25, 2006
5:30 P.M.
MINUTES
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present:
Council Member
Mayor Pro Tern
Council Member
Mayor
Council Members Absent:
Council Member
Others Present:
City Manager
City Clerk
City Treasurer
Fire Chief
Commander
RESOLUTION:
Burt Bruns
Bob Hoog
Buzz Petsos
Rocky Randels
Leo Nicholas
Bennett Boucher
Susan Stills
Andrea Bowers
Dave Sargeant, Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Dept.
Doug Scragg, BCSO, Cape Canaveral Precinct
1. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2006 -36 Adopting the Final Millage for
Fiscal Year 2006/2007.
Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 2006 -36 by entirety.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY,
FLORIDA, ADOPTING A FINAL MILLAGE RATE FOR THE LEVY OF AD
VALOREM TAXES FOR FISCAL YEAR 200612007 ON ALL TAXABLE
PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD
COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Adopting the Final Millage and
Annual Budget for FY 2006/2007
September 25, 2006
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WHEREAS, the electors approved in the 1985 referendum election the
construction, maintenance and operation of a library by ad valorem taxes; and
WHEREAS, the electors approved in the 1986 referendum election the
imposition of ad valorem taxes for beautification projects; and
WHEREAS, the electors approved in the 1990, 1994 and 2001 referendum
elections the imposition of ad valorem taxes for Fire/Rescue Services; and
WHEREAS, the electors approved in the 1990, 1994 and 2002 referendum
elections the imposition of ad valorem taxes for Police Protection; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to impose said ad valorem taxes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Cape
Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, as follows:
Section 1. The total millage for all City operating purposes is 3.0000 mills on
the dollar of taxable value for the 2006 /2007 fiscal year for the City of Cape Canaveral,
Florida. This millage is a 34.19% increase from the rolled back rate of 2.2357
Section 2. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a millage rate of .3680 mill for the Beautification Dependent
Special District, as approved in the 1986 referendum election. This ad valorem tax
shall be levied upon the 2006 Tax Assessment Roll for ad valorem tax on all taxable
property located within the City of Cape Canaveral and is to be used for the City's fiscal
year beginning October 1, 2006 and ending September 30, 2007.
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Adopting the Final Millage and
Annual Budget for FY 2006/2007
September 25, 2006
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Section 3. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a millage rate of .0500 mill for the Library Dependent Special
District, as approved in the 1985 referendum election. This ad valorem tax shall be
levied upon the 2006 Tax Assessment Roll for ad valorem tax on all taxable property
located within the City of Cape Canaveral and is to be used for the City's fiscal year
beginning October 1, 2006 and ending September 30, 2007.
Section 4. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a millage rate of 1.0200 mills for Fire /Rescue Service General
Operating Millage, as approved in the 1990, 1994 and 2001 referendum elections.
This ad valorem tax shall be levied upon the 2006 Tax Assessment Roll for ad valorem
tax on all taxable property located within the City of Cape Canaveral and is to be used
for the City's fiscal year beginning October 1, 2006 and ending September 30, 2007.
Section 5. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a millage rate of 1.5620 mills for Police Protection General
Operating Millage, as approved in the 1990, 1994 and 2002 referendum elections.
This ad valorem tax shall be levied upon the 2006 Tax Assessment Roll for ad valorem
tax on all taxable property located within the City of Cape Canaveral and is to be used
for the City's fiscal year beginning October 1, 2006 and ending September 30, 2007.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
Mr. Petsos stated that he reviewed the idea of reducing the taxes; however, the
amount would not be of significant benefit. Mayor Randels explained for a
resident present in the audience that the transportation funding would address
street paving that has been set aside in previous years. Mayor Prom Tern Hoog
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commented on the $150,000 returned from the funds appropriated for the
Sheriffs Office. Commander Scragg affirmed that any remaining funds would be
returned to the budget.
A motion was made by Mr. Bruns and seconded by Mayor Pro Tom Hoog
to Approve Resolution No. 2006 -36 Adopting a Millage Rate for the Levy of
Ad Valorem Taxes for Fiscal Year 20061 2007. The vote on the motion
carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For; Mayor Pro Tom Hoog,
For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For.
2. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2006 -37; Authorizing an Addendum
to the Agreement for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical
Services.
Mayor Randels Resolution No. 2006 -37 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY,
FLORIDA; AUTHORIZING AN ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT FOR FIRE
PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY
OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA AND THE CAPE CANAVERAL VOLUNTEER
FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC.; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Randels stated the Agreement cost as $1,151,585 that included two
additional staff positions. Mr. Boucher informed that the capital funds of $28,500
would change; whereby the Department would make the purchases and invoice
the Port and the City. Ms. Bowers stated that $15,000 was added to the contract
for the training facility which was taken from Contingencies. Chief Sargeant
informed that he anticipated $36,000 in reimbursement from the County for
Emergency Services. Mayor Randels questioned the Fire Tax Penalties for
$1,100. Ms. Bowers affirmed it as a late tax penalty that could be found in the
.369 area of Revenues. Mayor Randels noted that the City's portion of the
training center was considerably smaller than the Port; however the City gained a
large benefit. Chief Sargeant informed that training benefits are experienced
nationwide. He concluded that he planned to include three additional positions,
between the Port and the City, to operate the ladder truck per shift for a total of
six new staff. Chief Sargeant informed that he was waiting to hear from citizens
on the Referendum as well as the architects on the new facilities design. Mr.
Boucher informed that the same architect is developing options for the City Hall
campus plan. Mr. Petsos requested to view only feasible options on the City Hall
plan.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tom Hoog and seconded by Mr. Petsos
to Approve Resolution No. 2006 -37 Authorizing an Addendum to the
Agreement for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services. The vote
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Annual Budget for FY 2006/2007
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on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For; Mayor Pro
Tom Hoog, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For.
3. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2006 -38; Authorizing an Addendum
to the Agreement for Law Enforcement Services.
Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 2006 -38 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY,
FLORIDA; AUTHORIZING AN ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT FOR
MUNICIPAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF CAPE
CANAVERAL, FLORIDA AND J.R. "JACK" PARKER, AS SHERIFF OF
BREVARD COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Randels stated the Agreement cost as $2,630,870 that included two new
deputy positions. This is the first renewal of the existing contract. Commander
Scragg informed that he anticipated two additional vehicles that would increase
the request from four to six vehicles. Mayor Randels asked about the 24 -hour
service. Commander Scragg noted that the staffing was reduced from five to
three positions for the requested 24 -hour desk. Lt. Jeff Ludwig stated that the
desk is staffed excluding the hours of 2:30 A.M. to 7:00 A.M.
Mr. Petsos reminded that the residents were requesting higher visibility from the
officers. Commander Scragg responded that the precinct is active and the
Council is forwarded police reports. He stated that he believed in Mr. Petsos's
philosophy of higher visibility and the precinct is committed to acting on it.
Commander Scragg affirmed to Mayor Pro Tern Hoog that the officers enter the
gated communities since the codes are available. He replied to Mayor Randels
that the Department is adequately staffed. Commander Scragg explained that
while there is no crime in being homeless, the intent to address the homeless
population is to offer alternative locations and to deter the potential for criminal
activity. He reported that the Department's perspective is zero - tolerance for
violators Driving Under the Influence. Commander Scragg explained that
resources are shared, such as Special Operations, among law enforcement
jurisdictions. Discussion followed on law enforcement in Avon -by- the -Sea and
the changing demographic.
Ms. Shannon Roberts, 703 Solana Shores Drive, #501, stated that from her
perception law enforcement was visible in the gated communities and also along
the North Atlantic Avenue artery.
A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Bruns to Approve
Resolution No. 2006 -38 Authorizing the Addendum to the Agreement for
Municipal Law Enforcement Services. The vote on the motion carried 4-0
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Annual Budget for FY 2006/2007
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with voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For; Mayor Pro Tom Hoog, For; Mr.
Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For.
ORDINANCE: Second Public Hearinsa:
4. Motion to Adopt: Ordinance No. 14 -2006: Adopting the Annual Budget for
Fiscal Year 200612007, at Second Reading.
Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 14 -2006 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY,
FLORIDA; ADOPTING THE ANNUAL GENERAL FUND, SEWER ENTERPRISE
FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, AND EXPENDABLE TRUST FUNDS
BUDGETS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2006, AND
ENDING SEPTEMBER 30,2007; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Pro Tern Hoog asked if there were any future plans for an underground lift station
at Treasure Island Condominiums. Mr. Boucher replied that this could be placed in the
Five -Year Capital Improvement Plan. Discussion clarified that the Public Works Director
desired to test the success of the new improvements first. Mayor Pro Tern Hoog
requested and Mr. Petsos agreed to budget this for an underground station in upcoming
years.
There was no public comment.
A motion was made by Mr. Bruns and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Approve
Ordinance No. 14 -2006 Adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2006/ 2007.
The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For; Mayor
Pro Tern Hoog, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being nb further business, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 6:23 P.M.
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Rocky Randels, MAYOR
Susan Sail k.1 , CITY CLERK
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