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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 09-07-2004 Emergency Ce CITY COUNCIL EMERGENCY MEETING CITY HALL ANNEX 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY September 7, 2004 5:00 P.M. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Mayor Pro Tem Bob Hoog Mayor Rocky Randels Council Member Richard Treverton Council Members Absent: Council Member Steve Miller Council Member Jim Morgan Cof Others Present: City Manager Bennett Boucher City Clerk Susan Stills Public Works Director Ed Gardulski Building Official Todd Morley Recreation Director Nancy Hanson DISCUSSION: 1. Follow -up Reporting Due to Hurricane Frances. Mr. Boucher reported that overall the City endured the hurricane well and he commended staff for their response to the situation. Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Department Chief Sargeant reported that the damage assessment reporting was submitted to the Building Department for follow -up. He related that assessment began between the squalls. The fire station did not close during the hurricane. He reported on two injuries that involved falling trees. He also reported that CERT volunteers helped to distributed ice and water from the fire station transported there by Public Works employees. City of Cape Canaveral City Council Emergency Meeting September 7, 2004 Page 2 of 4 Chief Sargeant reported on a fire at the Sun Cruz building at Port Canaveral. Chief Sargeant also reported that FPL worked cooperatively with staff in an effort to restore power throughout the City. He also reported that he worked cooperatively with Coastal Fuels to provide fuel to the Police Station, Fire Station and Public Works. Mr. Boucher asked if the hospital was open. Chief Sargeant replied not at this time, however, the fire station assisted with minimal emergency treatment. He said that at this time only two traffic signals were reported inoperable. He informed that the State Law Enforcement was available. He reported that Publix supermarket in Cocoa Beach supplied food for CCVFD staff and law enforcement personnel. Chief Sargeant said that the Port Authority has also supplied fuel and there is an adequate supply of gasoline. Mayor Randels asked about the Shrimp Fleet. Chief Sargeant replied that the Port had major shoaling. He did not think that there would be movement before Friday. SHERIFF'S OFFICE CANAVERAL PRECINCT Sgt. Tom Young reported that evacuation of Precinct Personnel occurred on Saturday due to the anticipation of water exceeding the dune line. He related that he worked cooperatively with CCVFD on emergency responses. Sgt. Young replied to Mayor Randels that there was an adequate level of law enforcement coverage due to the extra number of personnel from other agencies. He stated that the curfew would remain in effect from midnight to dawn. Chief Sargeant replied to Mayor Randels that trees and gie debris were removed during the search and rescue efforts. Mr. Boucher reported that a tentative goal of Noon September 6th was set for completion of recovery operations. Sgt. Young replied that businesses might be waiting to determine Hurricane Ivan's path before removing plywood from their buildings. Chief Sargeant stated that staff would cover any issues that would help make any future situations equally if not more effective that the response to this emergency situation. BUILDING OFFICIAL Mr. Morley reported on damaged roofs. He stated that electrical problems would provide the most hazards. Mayor Randels asked if meters should be removed. Mr. Morley replied that the Fire Department turned off power if the site was found hazardous. He reported that he has written some temporary permits and identified some homes as unsafe. Mr. Morley restated that electrical hazards were the greater problem. He stated that roof damage exceeded structural damage. He replied to Mayor Randels that the City makes the cost estimate on damage funding from FEMA. Mr. Boucher said that individual residents would need to acquire a packet by contacting the FEMA office. Mr. Boucher asked for the authority to suspend roofing permit fees at this time. Mr. Morley pointed out that other industries might have ill feelings if only one industry is waived. Mr. Boucher replied that the intent of this action would provide safe habitation. Mr. Morley asked who is authorized to permit roofing work by those other than General Contractors. Mr. Boucher informed that the Governor would need to make that decision through Executive Order. � I 5 i i City of Cape Canaveral City Council Emergency Meeting September 7, 2004 Page3of4 , c A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog and seconded by Mr. Treverton to Y Y 9 Y suspend all roofing permit fees with the permit applied for within 30 days due to Hurricane Frances. The vote on the motion carried 3-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton. 1 1 PUBLIC WORKS r Mr. Gardulski reported on downed power lines. He stated that the plant operated from its emergency generator for four and he reported Lift Station 8 in need of repair. He also reported that Lift Station Two was working on emergency generator and Lift Station Nine would be on a by -pass pump. Mr. Gardulski informed that inmate crews and waste management staff would be available on Wednesday to begin citywide clean up. He reported on the success of the beach sand fences to accumulate much of displaced sand. Mr. Gardulski replied to Mayor Randels that he would check with the Florida Department i of Environmental Protection on permits before entering the dune area. Mayor Randels spoke in favor of the Sand Fence project. 1 CITY MANAGER Mr. Boucher reported that Brevard County has two contractors who will pick up green waste at $22.75 per cubic yard. He also reported that Waste Management was out : C removing debris with the clam truck and said that regular trash pick -up is set for Thursday. Mr. Boucher noted that private subdivisions are not subject to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Mayor Pro Tem Hoog asked if the City could execute an agreement with Waste Management for pick -up. Mr. Boucher replied that the City would pay if the debris were picked up in private subdivisions. Mayor Randels expressed the Council response that debris removal should be equitably applied. Mr. Boucher responded to Mayor Pro Tem Hoog that the City incurs a cost when Waste Management removes excessive green waste. • Mr. Boucher reported that as of 1:00 P.M. there were 150,000 residents in the County without power. He also reported that there is discussion between the County and the School Board to keep schools closed through the end of the week due to potential hazards. He said that the South County is under a boil water alert. • Mr. Boucher reported that 22 chickens tested positive for the West Nile virus. i • Mr. Boucher informed that the County ordered 9,000 tarps and 4,000 arrived at 1 the aid centers. Residents could obtain these supplies if they went to the station at Byrd Plaza in Cocoa; however pick up was needed for distribution on the ' beachside. • Mr. Boucher informed that residents and businesses should call 1- 800 -621- FEMA [3362] to receive an application number and an information packet for damage claims. 1 Nisi 4 i i I I City of Cape Canaveral City Council Emergency Meeting September 7, 2004 Page 4 of 4 • Mr. Boucher related that the Budget Hearing would be postponed and the School Board needed to determine another date in order to reestablish the Budget schedule. 1 • Mr. Boucher said that he would find out when Cape Canaveral Hospital would open during his next conference call at 7:00 P.M. • Mr. Boucher commended staff again for their exemplary efforts. • Mr. Boucher reported that City Hall sustained damage due to the air - conditioning t unit. He planned to use the Recreation Center as a temporary work site for City Hall staff. Mr. Boucher replied to Mayor Randels that the A/C hood was blown off f however the unit was still operable. • Mr. Boucher replied to Mayor Randels that the Code Enforcement Board Meeting scheduled for Thursday would be cancelled. • Mr. Boucher informed that the City Clerk, Assistant City Clerk and City Treasurer a' provided information in front of City Hall for inquiring residents throughout the l day. f ADJOURNMENT: There be' business, the Chair adjoumed the meeting at 6:05 P.M. 1 C ,.., C) .''' ,' t4 !,-,‘ ''',. ''.1 tr C-.10c)44. C.--,.,12_0.-(2,_ i Rocky Randel MAYOR Si, I r b � A 1 1 —. . � , 4g A f hD V a 1 aqp Y '' s . Susan ict► f I f { i t a I F a 1 t Cie, r y :. i