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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 01-20-2004 Regular 1 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY HALL ANNEX Nie 1 11 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY January 20, 2004 7:00 PM MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 1 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Mayor Pro Tem Bob Hoog Council Member Jim Morgan Mayor Rocky Randels Council Member Richard Treverton Council Member Absent: ! C Council Member Steve Miller 1 Others Present: City Manager Bennett Boucher City Attorney Anthony Garganese City Clerk Susan Stills Public Works Director Ed Gardulski Building Official Todd Morley Recreation Director Nancy Hanson PRESENTATIONS: Recognition of Kim McIntire and Suzanne Sparling for the 2003 Reindeer Run 5K with Proceeds to the Brevard County United Way Mayor Randels introduced Mr. Craig Smith, Business and Cultural Development Board Member and a Race Sponsor, Kim McIntire, Race Coordinator and Suzanne Sparling, of the United Way. Ms. McIntire recognized Bertie Edwards, Business and Cultural Development Board Chairperson and Elizabeth Foy, Board members and City staff volunteers, the United Way, the Kiwanis Club, the Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Department and the Sheriff's Office Canaveral Precinct that assisted with the event. She C presented City keys to major sponsors. Mr. Jim Moms accepted for Tech Vest Inc. as the Three -Star Community Event Partner who presented a $1,500 donation to the event. Ms. McIntire recognized Porter World Trade a Corporate Signature Sponsor who provided complimentary awards for the event. Proceeding to the Major Sponsors, she presented 1 i r City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting January 20, 2004 Page 2 of 7 ' C Mr. Paul Malluccio of Blue Note Publications an award for complimentary printing. She presented an award to Julie Song of Clear Channel Outdoors for providing billboard space. Ms. McIntire recognized Waste Management for a $1,000 donation. She recognized Craig Smith of Coastal fuels for a $1,000 donation. Ms. McIntire also recognized Lite Rock Communications for complimentary radio promotion and event day emcees and the Ron Jon Cape Caribe Resort and Solana -by- the -River for their donation. i Ms. McIntire reported 241 runners and walkers in this year's event. She then presented a check to Suzanne Sparling and Mr. Rob Raines of the Brevard United Way in the amount of $7,816.79. Ms. Sparling presented Ms. McIntire with an acknowledgement from the f United Way. Mayor Randels presented a token of appreciation to both Ms. McIntire and Ms. Sparling on behalf of the City for their hard work. I Mayor's Award: Jim and Judy Hale Mayor Randels presented a Mayor's Award to Mr. And Mrs. Jim and Judy Hale for their efforts toward a cleaner community. Mayor Randels highlighted some of their civic accomplishments to include painting City Hall, the Reindeer Run, pepper busts, planting mangroves and citywide cleanups. He noted the most recent cleanup work that the Mr. and Mrs. Hale performed near Church Street Center on North Atlantic Avenue. Mayor Randels expressed his appreciation that the Hales live in Cape Canaveral. Mayor Randels introduced Mr. Larry Weber, Executive Director for Keep Brevard Beautiful. Mr. Weber highlighted the events in which the Hales participate through Keep Brevard Beautiful. He too expressed his sincere thanks for their efforts. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of January 6, 2004. 2. North Atlantic Avenue Easement Agreements. 3. Easement Agreement with Tech -Vest Inc. Mayor Randels asked if any Council Member, staff or interested party desired to remove an item from the Consent Agenda for discussion. No request was made to remove any items from the Consent Agenda for discussion. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mr. Treverton to Approve Consent Agenda Items No. 1 through 3. The motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For, Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting January 20, 2004 Page 3 of 7 CONSIDERATIONS: 4. Award Bid No. 03-06, Manatee Sanctuary Park Restroom/Pavilion Project Mayor Randels clarified that the bid cost totaled $267,000. Ms. Hanson clarified that the $150,000 Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program grant has several elements of which this project is just one part. Mayor Randels noted that Benko Construction as a developer contributed $30,000 toward this project. Ms. Hanson stated that additional funding from impact fees provided by new residents would also support the project. Mayor Randels stated the amount as $105,000 of Recreation Impact Fees. Ms. Hanson informed the Council that other entities spoke favorably of Mr. Lovett's work. Mr. Treverton expressed his favor with Mr. Lovett's credentials. Mr. Morgan stated that Ms. Hanson made a good choice. Ms. Hanson concluded that the Building Department verified the company's state licensing. A motion was made by Mr. Hoog and seconded by Mr. Morgan to Approve Awarding Bid No. 03-06 to L.A. Construction, Inc. in the Amount of $267,000. The motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For, Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. 5. Annual City Manager Evaluation. Mayor Randels reviewed the nine items that comprise the evaluation areas on the City i Manager's performance appraisal. Mayor Randels stated that of a 1 to 5 point ranking system from all City Council members, Mr. Boucher's totaled 3.99 points. Mayor Randels explained how the City's goals and objectives apply to Mr. Boucher's overall ranking. Mr. Morgan stated that out of a possible total of 155 points, Mr. Boucher achieved a total of 123 points. Mr. Morgan explained that the City Manger's salary should fall between his new rate with the 3 percent increase and the newly adopted salary range. Mr. Treverton stated that the Council should move the City Manager to the middle of the new range. He included that he would also like to see all of the department heads move to the middle of their respective ranges and asked Mr. Boucher to present a proposal on moving the department heads to the middle of their range. Mr. Hoog expressed that Mr. Boucher does a good job and reporting is done in a timely manner. He agreed that department heads salaries need to increase as well. He also expressed that Mr. Boucher's salary was low. Mayor Randels pointed out that Mr. Boucher's previous salary range was $4,000 below the minimum beginning range of any City Manager of like -size cities. Mr. Boucher informed that his salary range is now $76,691 after the 3 percent increase that result was $79,000. Mr. Boucher stated that the new salary range is $76,691 to 110,600. Mayor Randels pointed out that some larger cities however provide administration for additional divisions such as law enforcement. Mr. Morgan reminded that Mr. Boucher interfaces on behalf of the contract services. Mr. Hoog asked for the salary range and population for the City of North Palm Beach where Mr. Boucher was a prospective candidate for a City Manager's position. Mr. Boucher replied that the population was approximately 14 to 15,000 residing in a built -out community and the person who received the position started at $105,000 plus moving expenses. Mr. Morgan asked Mr. Boucher by i City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting January 20, 2004 Page 4 of 7 1 C how much he thought Cape Canaveral's population would grow by 2005. Mr. Boucher replied that some 1,300 residential units either under construction or review. Mr. Boucher stated further that he took pride in staffs effectiveness and their ability to multi -task. Mr. Morgan asked if the amount offered was satisfactory enough for Mr. Boucher to remain stationary. Mr. Boucher replied that he is glad to see things getting done in the community 1 and he is also glad to work for the City. Mr. Hoog expressed appreciation for Mr. Boucher's tenure with the City and stated that he would like to move Mr. Boucher's pay range halfway between Mr. Morgan and Mr. Treverton's recommendation and to come back at his next review with another proposal. Mr. Morgan considered an increase of up to $86,000. Mr. Treverton favored an increase of up to $93,000. Mr. Hoog agreed with a mid- range between Mr. Morgan and Mr. Treverton of $89,000. Mayor Randels stated that he favored an increase of $80,000. Mr. Morgan summarized that the average of the recommendations is $87,000. Mayor Randels replied to Mr. Nicholas that the total sum increase from last year's salary is $17,000. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog directed the City Manager to bring up his evaluation the next time its due. Mr. Boucher thanked the Council i for their feedback and constructive comments. The Council concluded to readdress department heads salaries. Mr. Gene Petre expressed that the evaluation should be performed the first of the year. Mayor Randels clarified that performance evaluations are due on the date of hire. I A motion was made by Mr. Treverton and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to Increase the City Manager's Salary to $87,000 Retroactive to September 19, 2003. b The motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For, Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. RESOLUTIONS: 6. Motion to Approve: Resolution No. 2004-07; Urging the Members of the Florida Legislature to Support Municipal Issues During the 2004 Legislative Session. Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 2004 -07 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA URGING MEMBERS OF THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO SUPPORT THE 1 FOLLOWING MUNICIPAL ISSUES DURING THE 2004 LEGISLATIVE SESSION. Mayor Randels explained that each City has addressed concerns to the State legislative body. The concept this year is to present three statewide concerns. Every elected official at the State level will receive this resolution containing the three priority concerns. Mayor Randels reviewed the three items: 1) a correction to the municipal revenue sharing bill 2) to preserve local government authority to determine water conservation measures and 3) an Annexation policy. The resolution summarizes the intent of cities statewide. C Mr. Hoog spoke on annexation in south end of our City and annexation in other cities. These are part of the issues that the League intends to help pass. He stated that he would like to see the items in the resolution approved. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting January 20, 2004 Page 5 of 7 C A motion was made by Mr. Treverton and seconded Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to Approve Resolution No. 2004-07 Urging the Members of the Florida Legislature to Support Municipal Issues during the 2004 Legislative Session. The motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For, Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog requested a draft resolution to appoint a Regular and Alternate Member to the Intergovernmental Coordination Committee. Mr. Boucher stated that a City Manager could also serve on the Committee. REPORTS: 1. City Manager • Mr. Boucher encouraged Council to review the Quarterly Reports. The Reports contain a quarterly picture of the City's status especially in the Building Department. The Police Department also had pertinent data. • Mr. Boucher reported on meeting with the Avon-by-the-Sea Annexation Committee. He also plans to set up a meeting with the Homeowner's Association. Mr. Boucher said that he would need to prepare a service evaluation report prior to Avon voters considering annexation by ballot. However, the City would bear the expenses of legal advertising and election fees. Mr. Boucher requested to mail a City newsletter to registered voters in the Avon-by-the-Sea area. • Mr. Boucher reported that the Building Official and the Public Works Director secured the easement agreement with the Yogi's property for a City entrance sign. The City Aftomey would prepare a Settlement Agreement for the next Council Agenda. • Mr. Boucher informed that he is working on bid documents for the garbage service. • Mr. Boucher also informed that the Bright House Network agreement is due to expire. He and the City Attorney will attend a seminar in March on regulatory matters. • Mr. Boucher reported that he received the updated survey on the Lincoln and Johnson Avenue alleyway. Notices will be sent to affected property owners and the issue will be placed on the next City Council agenda. • Mr. Boucher referred to a memo from the Recreation Director regarding the Patriots Day Parade. Ms. Hanson expressed that a community picnic at the Manatee Sanctuary Park might provide a new event to be held in the February or March timeframe. She replied to Mr. Hoog that the contractor has 100 days from securing permits for project completion. Mayor Randels informed that Susan Smiley-Height of the Space Coast Press expressed an interest for an Editor's day out and she would provide the media coverage. Mayor Randels summarized Council's agreement on an event when the Park project is complete. • Mr. Boucher announced a Code Review Workshop meeting on February 3r at 5:00 P.M. He requested to invite the Planning and Zoning Board members. • Mr. Boucher reported that he is working with the County Disaster Planning Committee to set countywide disaster management goals for the next five years. The goals have helped many cities and business to become more disaster resistant. 2. Staff Public Works Director • Mr. Gardulski stated that projects are back in progress. y , City of Cape Canaveral, Florida J City Council Regular Meeting 1 January 20, 2004 Page 6of7 } C • Mr. Gardulski replied to Mayor Randels inquiry that the boom truck is under repair and the holiday banners will be removed when the truck returns. • Mr. Gardulski replied to Mr. Hoog that Stott ler, Stagg is working on the engineering design for continuation of the reuse system. r Recreation Director J • No report. Building Official • Mr. Morley reported on the impact of jobs in the City due to the building development. City Clerk • Ms. Stills reported that a supplement to the City codebook is forthcoming. • Ms. Stills explained that the new sound system included a compact flash card voice recorder that produces the Council meetings on a small disk that allows for direct use with a computer. City Attorney • No report. • Officer Brenda Dean announced that she is the new Community Policing Officer replacing Jackie Hearon. AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD: Mr. Gene Petre inquired about the address assignment program, sidewalk construction and tum lane signals on North Atlantic Avenue. Mr. Boucher replied that he received a study that the Traffic Engineering group will update. He also replied that Florida Power and Light are performing their feeder line project in an effort to bury the power lines in that area and Towne Realty would construct the middle tum lane. Mr. Todd Morley, Building Official, replied that address assignments continued through the efforts of Jim Watson on a part-time basis. Mr. Boucher replied that a sidewalk is planned for the east side of N. Atlantic Avenue however due to the middle tum lane construction the sidewalk project will be done afterward. The other streets such as Orange Avenue and State Road AIA on the east side require project and assessment costs first. Mr. Trent Milliken stated that he found errors on the City Council Minutes of January 6 He submitted a list regarding his findings. Mayor Randels said that the City Manager would review the minutes with the City Clerk to resolve the issue. Mr. Boucher reminded that the minutes are not a verbatim transcript but a summation of the meeting. 3. City Council Mr. Morgan • No report. Mr. Treverton • No report. ( Mayor Pro Tem Hoog 3 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting January 20, 2004 Page 7 of 7 Coe • Mayor Pro Tem Hoog referred to Mr Lars Holfve Code Enforcement Board member o9 be r regarding his academic credentials. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog explained that two residents made allegations toward Mr. Holfve's degree. Mr. Holfve told the Council that he did have a degree. Mr. Holfve submitted documents however they were in Swedish. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog had Mr. Holfve's documents interpreted through the Swedish consulate and the credentials amounted to a [gymnasium] high school diploma, not a college degree. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog requested Mr. Holfve's dismissal from the Board based on 1) falsification of the City application, 2) when Mr. Holfve was asked to prove his academic credentials, he submitted documents that were in Swedish, and 3) Mr. Holfve misinformed the Council in saying he had a college degree. Mr. Boucher said that Mr. Holfve told him that the consulate was in error and he was told that official documents were still needed. Mr. Treverton requested to see the resolution as an agenda item with due notice. Mr. Hoog called for integrity especially from a quasi - judicial Board member. This item will be placed on the next City Council agenda. Mayor Randels requested that the City Manager inform Mr. Holfve to secure the documents from the Swedish consulate to verify that he has a Bachelor's Degree. Mayor Randels • Mayor Randels announced that a Shell 011 Station has replaced the Texaco Station and he is working with the new owners to remove a pole in the right of way and to maintain the hedges around the property. • Mayor Randels thanked Waste Management for their assistance in clearing the debris near Royal Mansions. Coi • Mayor Randels informed that he has been working with Brevard County in clearing unauthorized inhabitants in Cherie Down Park. • Mayor Randels reported that he met with the Wilson family at 402 Taylor Avenue regarding reclaimed water. He asked for an update on when the reclaimed water would be supplied or at some point the money retumed if the service is not forthcoming. • Mayor Randels announced that the City received the Tree City USA Award for the year 2003. • Mayor Randels mentioned that the City Manager is working on public facilities such as the Fire Station, a Police facility and the new Public Works building. • Mayor Randels informed that the County recovered a major study performed on the North Atlantic Avenue and Central Blvd. area. • Mayor Randels announced that he was appointed to the Environmentally Endangered Lands Committee. • Mayor Randels reported he and Jim Dudy of Florida Today participated in efforts at establishing a State soup. The Radisson Resort hosted a soup contest that was judged on originality, taste, texture and aroma. Mayor Randels requested authorization to pay for some of the plaques used in the event. ADJOU$N 4i. Th•being no further ss, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:38 P.M. b ytli SEAL . , s ° /J Rocky Randels, MAYOR 1 Sushn SO", .4116