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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03-15-2005 RegularCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY MALL ANNEX III Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY March 15, 2005 ?.00 PM MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Mayor Pro Tern Bob Hoog Council Member Jim Morgan Council Member Buzz Petsos Mayor Rocky Randels Council Member Absent: Council Member Steve Miller Others Presen City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Public Works Director Building Official Bennett Boucher Anthony Garganese Susan Stills Ed Gardulski Todd Morley CONSENT AGENDA: 1. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of March 1, 2005. 2. Agreement with Brevard County for Lifeguard services. Mayor Randels asked if any member of Council, staff or interested party desired to remove any items from the Consent Agenda for discussion. No request was made to remove an item for discussion. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Approve Consent Agenda Items No. "I and 2. The vote on the motion carved 4-0 with voting City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page 2 of 11 as follows: Mayor Pro Tenn Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. CONSIDERATIONS: 3. Proposal from Stottler, Stagg and Associates to Provide Engineering Support Services for the Baffle Box Project in the Amount of $ Mayor Randels explained that this item is for baffle boxes at Holman road, center Street and West Central Blvd. Mayor Randels related that on March 1, 2004 the City received a grant for the baffle boxes in the amount of $263,402 and the City put the baffle box installation to bid. Mr. Jeff Ratliff, Stormwater Coordinator, explained that this contract is for contractor over site on the baffle box installation project. Mr. Andy Kirbach, Stottler, Stagg and Associates, reviewed the items in the proposal as: construction support, review of the contractor bid, preconstruction conference, construction observations, shop drawing review, approval of the contractor draws and certification of the project. Mr. Ratliff stated that the contractor, Gregori construction, Inc. would provide the as -built forms and Stottler, Stagg representatives would review the contractor's plans and verify their as- builts. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to Approve the Proposal from Stottler, Stagg and Associates to Provide Engineering Support Services for the Baffle Box Project in the Amount of $10 The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tern Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 4. Motion to Approve: Police service contract Amendment. Mayor Randels explained that this item is a request for an expenditure of the contract funds remaining from the previous year in an amount of $23,976. Lt. Alan Moros affirmed that a proposed Ford Taurus is for an Agent. Lt. !Toros explained that an Intoxilizer would allow for Breath Testing on -site at the Precinct without having to transport a suspect to Merritt Island or to the jail for testing. Lt. Moros affirmed to Mr. Petsos that the Intoxilizer is certified for use during court proceedings. Mr. Boucher related that if Federal Emergency Management Agency [FEMA) funding were available, the Crown Victoria would be purchased. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog inquired about the equipment in the retired vehicle. Lt. Moros responded that equipment is transferred from one vehicle to another. He stated that the outfitting cost includes hidden strobes and radio installation costs. Lt. Moros affirmed to Mr. Morgan the Intoxilizer is State regulated and its use is discontinued once it becomes outdated. A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Morgan to Approve the Amendment to the Police Service contract Increasing the 200412005 contract cost by $23,976 to $2,026,279 for the purchase of capital equipment. The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr, Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page 3 of 11 51 Motion to Approve: Proposal from Stottler, Stagg and Associates for Storrnwater Grant Preliminary Engineering Design for the Beach Alleyway Area Between Madison and Monroe Avenues in the Amount of $15,492. Mr. Gardulski explained a cost benefit analysis to secure a target grant was low and he requested to withdraw the item from consideration. 5. Motion to Approve: Proposal from Stottler, Stagg and Associates for ' Stormwater Grant Preliminary Engineering Design Improvements located at Orange and Buchanan Avenues in the Amount of $14,076. Mr. Jeff Ratliff stated that this project is targeted for FEMA funding and if selected FEMA would pay for 75 percent of the cost and 75 percent of the engineering fees. He stated that the project has been inserted in the 5 -bear Capital Plan up through the 2006/2007 budget year. Stottler, Stagg and Associates would supply engineering and survey drawings and preliminary activities. Mr. Ratliff: explained that the Hazardous Mitigation Grant takes a proactive approach to identified flooding problems. Mr. Petsos noted that the design detail would be essential even if the grant were not secured. Mayor Randels concluded that the item would remain a budgeted item. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tens Hoog and seconded by Mr. Morgan to Approve the Proposal from Stottler, Stagg and Associates for Storm water Grant Preliminary Engineering Design Improvements located at orange and Buchanan Avenues in the Amount of $14,076. The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: 'Mayor Pro Tern Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 7. Motion to Approve: Resolution No. 2005 -08, Appointing a Regular Member and Alternate Member to the Code Enforcement Board (C. Pestik and R. Viens). Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 2005 -08 by title. A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ONE REGULAR MEMBER AND ONE ALTERNATE !MEMBER TO THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE, Mr. Ray Viens was in the audience and stated that he was interested in serving as a Regular Member. A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Morgan to Approve Resolution No. 2005 --08 Appointing a Regular Member and Alternate Member to the Code Enforcement Board inserting the names of Mr. Viens As the Regular Member and Mr. Pestik as the Alternate Member. The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page 4 of 11 8. Motion to Approve: Bid Award No. 05-02; Landscaping and Mowing Contract to Nick's Lawn Service, Inc. in the Amount of $143,365., Mayor Randels stated that the Landscaping and Mowing Contract was bid on February 15 and duly noticed. Two bids were received for $194,245 and $143,355 respectively. Nick's Lawn Service was the low bidder. Mayor Randels informed that Nick's Lawn Service performed the previous Contract for the past ten years with the same pricing although City mowing locations have increased. For the record, Mayor Randels stated that the amount of the total Contract is for $143,365 and the bid is an open -end Contract. A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mayor Pro Tens Hoog to Approve Bid Award No. 05-02 for the Landscaping and Mowing Contract to Nick's Lawn Service, Inc. in the Amount of $'143,385. The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tern Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 3. 'Motion to Approve: Proposal from Wiring Technologies, Inc. for the Replacement of a sewer Force Main in the Amount of $375,995. Mayor Randels stated that this force main replacement is a budgeted item. He stated that the City bid the project and two bids were received. Mr. Walter Bandish, Assistant Public Works Director, stated that this company is working a reclaimed water project in the area at this time. Mayor Randels stated that the asbestos and cement pipe is 39- years -old and replacement was anticipated. Mr. Larry Maras, of Wiring Technologies, replied to Mayor Randels that he anticipated 90-days for Completion of the work, Mr. Bandish stated that service would not discontinue while the proposed replacement took place approximately four feet from the original pipe. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Approve the Proposal from Wiring Technologies, Inc. for the Replacement of a Sewer Force Main in the Amount of $375,995. The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tern Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 10. Motion to Approve: Proposal from Brown and Caldwell for Construction Support services for the Sanitary sewer Force Main Project in the Amount of $9,986. Mayor Randels reviewed the proposal to include: field visits, data Collection, engineering design, permitting and bidding and Construction management. Mr. Gardulski stated that he would obtain a permit from the Florida Department of Transportation and Brevard County and he would also find out if permitting were needed to Cross the Canaveral Canal. Mr. Larry Morns replied to Mayor Randels that the new terminology for piping is PVC. He City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page 5 of 11 replied to Mr. Morgan that 20 foot sections are the current fusing standard and 4O feet sections are the emerging standard. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Teen Hoog and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Approve the Proposal from Brown and Caldwell for Construction Support Services for the Sanitary Sewer Force Main Project in the Amount of $9,,986. The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 1. Motion to Approve; voluntary Annexation Request for the Properties Located at 432, 434, 438 438 & 440 Grant Avenue, Mr. Charles Hinkley of My Place Realty requested this voluntary annexation. Mayor Randels stated that the request was received on December 10, 2014, and first discussed on January 18, 2005 with subsequent research provided by the City Planner. Mayor Randels stated that the estimated cost of annexation is approximately $10,000. The City Manager did not recommend the annexation and Council members expressed their agreement with that recommendation. The Council directed the City Manger to notify Mr. Hinkley that there was no desire for this voluntary annexation since it would create a problematic situation for police and fire assistance and in essence a public safety concern. Mr. Hinkley's another was present in the audience and spoke on his behalf. No City Council action was taken on the Voluntary Annexation Request for the Properties on Grant Avenue. ORDINANCES: 12. Motion to Approve; Ordinance No. 03 -2005; Amending Chapter 110, Zoning; Amending the Procedure by 'which Site Plans are Reviewed and Approved; Granting the City Council Final Decision - Making Authority Regarding Site Plan Applications, at first reading. Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 03-2005 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 110 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ZONING, AMENDING THE PROCEDURE BY WHICH SITE PLANS ARE REVIEWED AND APPROVED; GRANTING THE CITY COUNCIL FINAL DECISION- MAKING AUTHORITY REGARDING SITE PLAN APPLICATIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF PRIOR INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS; INCORPORATION INTO THE CODE; SEVERABILITY; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. By way of history, Mayor Randels informed that a Council member presented this item on November 30, 2004 after which time City Council formally discussed the item on February 1, 2005. On March 1 City Council approved the item to proceed City of cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting ",arch 15, 2005 Page 6 of 11 to the Planning and zoning Board for review. The Board reviewed the item at its meeting on March 1 1 th and submitted recommendations into this meeting's packet. Mayor Randels expressed some of the Planning and zoning Board's concerns as: 1 ) the review might involve additional time, 2} the new process would involve an additional expense to the city in staff time and 3) the Council might not give the proper review to the site plan. The city Attorney expressed the concern that property rights have placed additional responsibilities on the city for site plan reviews. The council could enter into an agreement toward development that would afford 'benefits to both the city and the applicant. Mayor Pro Tern Hoog expressed his concem with delaying a builder's construction progress. He suggested that the council meet immediately following a Planning and zoning Board meeting to expedite plans review. Mr. Petsos replied that as Elected Officials, the Council should have the final decision. He also expressed that due to the provisions in the land clearing ordinance to amend the site plan footprint, he would want the Council to be able to provide input. council discussion concluded that a two week review process would not cause an undue hardship. Ms. Helen Filkins informed that the Building official, by authority of the Standard Building Code, was the only person with the qualifications to make site plan decisions. Mr. Morgan explained the Building official reviews the site plan for compliance, however the ordinances that affect the requirements are the decision of the City council. Attorney oarganese stated that the city Council can have final site plan authority and the Building Official has final permitting authority on building construction. He stated further that site plan approval deals with many issues that are not within Building code but city code requirements. Mr. Todd Morley stated that the Building official approves the development permits after review from the Board and the council. Attorney oarganese stated that site plans are quasi-judicial in nature and due process has a better opportunity in an open public meeting. Ms. Shannon Roberts thanked the Council for this additional step in the process. Mayor Randels read some of the provisions of the ordinance that embodied council's overall intent: 1 3 to hold themselves accountable to the cape Canaveral citizens for development projects and 2) to have the Planning and zoning Board continue to recommend approval, however, the Council would have final approval authority in an effort to assume responsibility to the citizens. Mr. Morley pointed out the logistics of transcribing the minutes and posting agendas in order for the Council to review site plans. Mr. Boucher pointed out that only the minutes to the specific item were needed. Mr. Donald Dunne reminded that holidays might also delay the process. Mr. Boucher recommended informing the applicant of the time constraints when the application is received. Attorney Garganese replied to Mayor Randels that any appeal regarding the council's decision would proceed to the circuit court. Mayor Randels noted that the City Clerk would provide written notice to the applicant of action taken by certified Mail which is currently done by the Board secretary. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page 7 of 11 A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Hoog to Approve ordinance No. 03 -2005 with the recommendations from the March 9, 2005 Planning and Zoning Board for Second Reading. The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For, Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 13. Motion to Approve: ordinance No. 04 -2005; Amending Chapter 110, Zoning; Providing a Limited Exemption for Vehicle Rental Facilities with Limited Outdoor Storage; Providing a limited Exemption for Rental Facilities Leasing Scooters and other Like Devices from Certain Vehicle Rental Facility Requirements, at first reading. Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 04 -2005 by title.. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 110, ZONING, OF THE CITY CODE; PROVIDING A LIMITED EXEMPTION FOR VEHICLE RENTAL FACILITIES WITH LIMITED OUTDOOR STORAGE; PROVIDING A LIMITED EXEMPTION FOR RENTAL FACILITIES LEASING SCOOTERS AND OTHER LASE DEVICES FROM CERTAIN VEHICLE RENTAL FACILITY REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF PRIOR INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS; INCORPORATION INTO THE CODE; SEVERABILITY; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Randels reviewed the ordinance history that on November S, 2004, the item came before the Board of Adjustment. The Planning and Zoning Board reviewed the item on January 12 and 26 and on February 9th and 23rd and subm tted a recommendation letter on February 25 For the record, Mayor Randels read some of the provisions in that the City Council desired to clarify its intent in Section 110-556 of the City Code to provide exceptions to the Code Section and it was not intended to restrict locations of scooter leasing. The City Council believes that promoting scooter leasing will promote tourism and economic well being and the City finds this ordinance to be in the City's best interest of its citizens. The core of Code Section 110-556 states that, "this definition shall not include those vehicle rental facilities which limit outdoor storage to five or less motorized scooters or Other similar devices as described in subsection (c) of this section." The ordinance faired at the First Reading for lack of a motion. RESOLUTIONS: 14, Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2005 -09; Extending the Land Clearing Moratorium for Thirty (30) Days Until May 2, 2005. Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 2005 -09 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, EXTENDING THE LAND CLEARING MORATORIUM FOR THIRTY (30) DAYS [UNTIL MAY 2, 2005; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF PRIOR City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page 8 of 11 INCONSISTENT RESOLU nONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERAB#LITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Leo Nicholas asked if the moratorium were in effect at this time and inquired about the activity in Treasure Isle development. Mr. Morley responded that Mr. Martin Greene had no site plan or permits; however, Mr. Greene requested to remove Brazilian pepper trees from his development site. Mr. Morley agreed in that pepper trees are a nuisance species. Mr. Morley affirmed to Mr. Nicholas that a tree survey was performed. Mr. Morley affirmed that more than pepper trees were removed and Mr_ Greene's action is currently under investigation with Code Enforcement. Mr. Morley replied to Mayor Pro Teen Hoog that Mr. Greene was reported to have removed 1 06-- Diameter Breast Height of protected species and he ordered him to cease any further landscape removal. Mr. Shawn Schaffner inquired about several palm trees on the Residence Inn development site. Mr. Morley replied that the developer lawfully obtained a land- clearing permit. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to Adopt Resolution No,, 2005 -09. The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows; Mayor Pro Tern Hoog, For; Mr. 'Morgan, For; Mr. Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. DISCUSSION* Residential Density. Mayor Randels prefaced that this is a discussion item on lowering density that came about at a recent joint Workshop Meeting between the Council and Punning and Zoning Board. The City Manager asked the City Planner to compile and submit a list of recent developments and their density requirements. Mayor Randels summarized that the overall average density within that past two years was 10.68 units per acre. Mr. Petsos said that this issue was relevant to redevelopment on the Presidential streets. Mayor Randels requested that that the Panning and Zoning Board get a copy of the list. Mr. Morgan expressed concern with creating a legally non-conforming situation. Ms. Helen Filkins stated that density could not be lowered under the Fourteenth Amendment, Equal Protection. In 1973, the City attempted to lower density by referendum. A case evolved entitled Helen Filkins versus Shuford Mills and Cevesco, Inc. and the case proceeded through the Courts up to Florida Supreme Court, however it lost. The Courts stated that a municipality could not lower density by referendum. However, she stated further that her legal counsel informed her that the United States Supreme Court had overruled the Ohio State Supreme Court in the case of Forest City Enterprises and allowed for lowered density. Ms. Filkins informed that the City of Cape Canaveral is the first to zone by referendum. For the record, Mayor Randels stated that this item was presented for discussion purposes only. Mr. Boucher related that Mr. Lamar Russell wrote a book that outlines the history of the Cit/s zoning and it is available at City Hall. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page g of 1 I REPORTS: 1. City Manager • Mr. Boucher announced that the City Clerk, Susan Stills, achieved Level one in the International Institute of Municipal Clerk 7 s Master Municipal Clerks Academy. * Mr. Boucher read a letter from our Si ster City in Portugal offeri a reciprocal visit to Vila do Bispo. The invitation is for ,dune 15�' - •-15 ". Mayor Randels expressed that he did not want to display a perception of frivolous travel. Mr. Boucher said that he would research the costs and discover their itinerary. • Mr. Boucher reported on the cart system conversion. He informed that one 96- gallon truck would perform the work. He stated that Waste Management would perform a direct mail -out to the residents to report on the conversion. Ili'Ir. Nicholas asked if the number of pick -up days would change. Mr. Boucher responded that he would invite a Waste Management representative to a Council meeting to answer questions. Mr. Petsos recommended that the City Manager contact the City of Lake Mary who is using the cart system. • Mr. Boucher reported that he received an invitation from the Brevard County School Board to participate in discussion on the qualifications for a new school principal at the Cocoa Beach Junior/ senior Nigh school the following morning. • Mr. Boucher informed that he received a letter from the County to notice an ordinance to increase Transportafion Impact Fees to request an Intedocal Agreement on the Library System. The County would Bold a series of public hearings. The first Public Hearing is on April 25"`, a Local Planning Agency meeting on March 21"' and their goal is to have the ordinance in place by May 15� The City would be asked to sign an Interlocal Agreement for Library Services. • Mr. Gardulski contacted the Florida Department of Transportation regarding a north left turn lane on State Road A 1 A and Central Blvd. The Department of Transportation responded if a study is unwarranted on existing conditions and not predicated on future conditions, no turn lane would be installed. • Mr. Boucher informed that he received a traffic access management report from Luke Transportation. He would plan for a meeting in April. • Mr. Boucher distributed a memo for status reports from staff on the City's 2004/ 2005 Goals and Objectives. 2. staff Public Works Director Mr. Gardulski announced a meeting with Solana on the River at the Club House on March 15 at 7 P.M. regarding Baffle Boxes. City Clerk * lolls. stills thanked Mr. Boucher for recognition of her achievement and stated that Mr. Boucher promotes continuous improvement for all of staff. • Ms. Stills reported that the City would have three available school Crossing Guards to assist with the Summer session. City Attorney • No report. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15, 2005 Page 10 of 11 Building official • Mr. Morley reported on a meeting with the Brevard County United Way and the Brevard Long Term Recovery Coalition. He said that the goal is to combine efforts that would incorporate volunteer and faith -based agencies toward recovery efforts. ■ He also reported on future meetings with the Brevard County Emergency Operations Center on countywide emergency teams that would address damage assessment. AUDIENCE To BE HEARD Mr. John Gonruff commended the Council on the Manatee Sanctuary Park. He commented however on a path that concludes at a dead end. He suggested that the City completes the semi- circular path in order for people to cross the ramp in front of the, boardwalk at the beginning of the path. Ms. Shannon Roberts asked about the land just north of Shorewood thrive for a park and the land on Central Blvd. for additional City parks. She stated that this is a suggestion in light of recent discussion on land decimation. Mr. Morgan commented on aquatic activity in the canal. Mr. Petsos asked about the recreation grant. Mr. Leo Nicholas replied that the project did not merit enough qualification points. Also, the owners in the area expressed concern about pedestrian traffic along the rear of their homes. Mr. Morgan said that he had a previous discussion with the City Manager and the Public Works Director on the possibilities of a beautification project in that area. Ms. Roberts also asked if there were a location for recognizing Cape Canaveral history. Mr. Morley responded that the facilities committee suggested incorporating this concept into the lobby area of a proposed City facilities plan. 3. City Council Mr. Petsos • Mr. Gardulski responded to Mr. Petsos that there would be a meeting in City Hall Annex on Thursday, March I r at 2 :00 P.M. on beach re- nourishment. * Mr. Petsos spoke on illegal sewage dumping from the gaming ships. He stated that correction is needed and asked the City Manager to contact Canaveral Port Authority on who could best address this issue. • Mr. Petsos inquired about the BellSouth line locations. Attomey Garganese forwarded a letter noticing they were in violation of their Franchise Agreement; however, there was no response at this time. • Mr. Petsos asked about the status of the school fencing project. Ms. Hanson will access a County ,point Use Agreement in order to draft one for the City. Mr. Boucher replied to Mayor Pro Tern Hoog that there would be no after -hours parking on the school grounds. • Mr. Petsos asked if Commissioner Pritchard would supply any County funding for the park playground equipment. Mayor Randels replied that a specific funding amount for the equipment may gain the County's support. Mr. Morgan • No report. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog • Mayor Pro Tens Hoog reported that he attended the Brevard County School Summit that provided a forum for Brevard County, the School Board, State Representatives Ralph Poppel and Bob Allen. He distributed notes for Council's review. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting March 15 2405 Page 11 of 11 • Mayor Pro Tern Hoog also reported that the Space Coast League of Cities has created a Gro wth Managernent Committee that would meet on Monday, in the Government Center Florida Room. • Mayor Pro Tern Hoog reported that the issues for the upcoming Legislative days will be annexation and controlled growth. ■ Mayor Pro Tem Hoag asked about the proposed landscaping on Thurm Blvd. and the drainage area in front of the Radisson Resort. Mr. Gardulski replied that Florida Department of Environmental Protection permits were still needed. Mayor Randels • Mayor Randels thanked Mayor Pro Tem Moog for serving on the Brevard County School Summit and for his excellent preparation of notes for Council on the items discussed. • Mayor Randels announced the Blood Drive for Ms. Marianne Huston at the Manatee Sanctuary Park on Friday, March 25th. • Mayor Randels stated that Ms. Judy Kersey was being inducted into the Women's Ha of Fame in Tallahassee this evening. ■ Mayor Randels reported that every Tuesday during the Legislative session at 8 :00 A.M. the League of Cities hosts a call -in teleconference on current legislation that will affect the cities. • Mayor Randels reported on a Wednesday Night Forum at Florida Today to discuss the future of NASA. • Mayor Randels announced that Cape Canaveral wi host the space Coast League of Cities dinner on Monday, April I I th . ■ Mayor Randels distributed pamphlets acquired from the Space Coast League of Cities on the Brevard County Teen Court. Mayor Randels informed that 1,100 teens have gone through the Teen Court. He stated that 42 percent of teens who proceed through courts are repeat offenders. However, those who proceed through the Teen Court found 1 percent or less as repeat offenses. Teen Court violators make personal restitution and also make a public apology to their parents. Mayor Randels stated that $3.40 from traffic citations was used for the program, however, that funding would be eliminated since Article V did not pass. Mr. Petsos encouraged the audience to contact their legislators. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 3:45 P.M. 7- r Susan Stills, CITY CLERIC At IF w � 1 (::;z vc� �� L?SO3-.-- Rocky Randels, MAYOR