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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
CITY HALL ANNEX
111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida
MONDAY
September 20, 2004
5:30 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
Mayor Pro Tem Bob Hoog
Council Member Steve Miller
Council Member Jim Morgan
Mayor Rocky Randels
Council Member Richard Treverton
Others Present:
City Manager Bennett Boucher
City Clerk Susan Stills
City Treasurer Andrea Bowers
} Public Works Director Ed Gardulski
Recreation Director Nancy Hanson
Building Official Todd Morley
Canaveral Precinct Commander George McGee
Canaveral Precinct Lt. Tom Young
RESOLUTION:
1. Resolution No 2004 -29; Adopting the Tentative Millage for Fiscal Year
2004/2005.
Mayor Randels read the Resolution in its entirety.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL OF BREVARD COUNTY,
FLORIDA, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE FOR THE LEVY OF AD
VALOREM TAXES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2004/2005 ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY
LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY,
FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the electors approved in the 1985 referendum election the
construction, maintenance and operation of a library by ad valorem taxes; and
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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:
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Section 1. The total millage for all City operating purposes is 3.3740 mills
on the dollar of taxable value for the 2004 /2005 fiscal year for the City of Cape
Canaveral, Florida. This millage is a 12.09% increase from the rolled back rate of
3.0101.
Section 2. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a proposed millage rate of .3680 mill for the Beautification
Dependent Special District, as approved in the 1986 referendum election. This
proposed ad valorem tax shall be levied upon the 2004 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, 2004 and ending September 30,
2005.
Section 3. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a proposed millage rate of .0500 mill for the Library Dependent
Special_District, as approved in the 1985 referendum election. This proposed ad
valorem tax shall be levied upon the 2004 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, 2004 and ending September 30, 2005.
Section 4. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a proposed millage rate of 1.2060 mills for Fire /Rescue Service
General_Operating Millage, as approved in the 1990, 1994 and 2001 referendum
elections. This proposed ad valorem tax shall be levied upon the 2004 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, 2004 and ending
September 30, 2005.
Section 5. The City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard County, Florida, hereby
adopts and imposes a proposed millage rate of 1.7500 mills for Police Protection
General Operating Millage, as approved in the 1990, 1994 and 2002 referendum
elections. This proposed ad valorem tax shall be levied upon the 2004 Tax Assessment
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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, 2004 and ending
September 30, 2005.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
Mayor Randels stated that City Council Budget Workshops were held on 7/8, 7/15, 7/20
and 7/27 to review each departments proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2004/2005. The
Tentative Proposed Millage was set on August 3, 2004.
There was no additional comment.
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A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to Adopt
Resolution No. 2004-29 Adopting the Tentative Millage for Fiscal Year 2004/2005.
1 The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Hoog,
For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For
ORDINANCE: First Public Hearing: 1
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2. Ordinance No 19 -2004: Adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year
, C 2004/2005.
1 Ms. Bowers explained to the Council that the Budget presented included any amendments
since the Proposed Budget.
Mayor Randels read the Ordinance in its entirety.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA;
ADOPTING THE ANNUAL GENERAL FUND, SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND, STORMWATER
ENTERPRISE FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, AND EXPENDABLE TRUST FUNDS
1 BUDGETS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2004, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER
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30, 2005; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard
County, Florida, as follows:
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Section 1. The Annual General Fund, Sewer Enterprise Fund, Stormwater
Enterprise Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Expendable Trust Funds Budgets which
are attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof, of the City of Cape Canaveral,
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Florida for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2004, and ending September 30, 2005, are
hereby approved and adopted.
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Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Mayor Randels stated that the Beautification fund taxes were reduced by 3 percent or
$3,200. He also noted addition funds for Capital Expansion. Mayor Randels inquired about
the reduced $14,000 under the Local Option Gas Tax. Ms. Bowers replied that the amount
is computed from revenues and population. Mayor Randels also inquired about the
$10,500 reduction in Fire Equipment. Ms. Bowers replied that the line item was moved
from Capital to Contingency.
Mayor Randels noted a reduction in the Contingency Fund. Ms. Bowers replied that Law
Enforcement's Contingency Fund was reduced, however Expenses were increased. Mr.
Boucher informed that Canaveral Port Authority budget for a 5 percent increase and the
money could fund one -half of the Lieutenant's salary and 4 percent was added to this
year's Operating Expenses from the City. Commander McGee expressed the need for a
bomb dog due to increased Homeland Security measures. He pointed out that in -kind
mutual aid is extended among entities in the County.
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Mayor Randels clarified that overall there was a 5 percent increase. Discussion clarified
that the School Crossing Guards budget is included in Public Safety. Ms. Bowers clarified
that the Council was not approving the Law Enforcement contract at this time, but outlining
. funds for their budget. Mr. Boucher stated that the Council if they desired could approve
the $83,000 in funds now or at the close of budget on September 30, 2004. Discussion
clarified that the book closing adjustment language would be added to the Law
: C Enforcement contract. Mayor Randels remarked that the recent hurricane identified the
I need for a washer, dryer and ice machine in the Precinct. Mr. Gardulski replied to Mayor
Randels that there was reduction in reuse funding due to a built -out system. He replied to
Mayor Pro Tem Hoog that he is waiting for landscape plants for the City South entrance
sign due to unavailability caused by the recent hurricanes.
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Ms. Shannon Roberts asked about the population base that was used for the budget.
Mayor Randels replied that the budget is based on the ad valorem taxes assessed by the
Property Appraiser's Office. Ms. Bowers stated that much of the Budget increase is in
grants and other revenue sources. Ms. Roberts pointed out that there seems to be an
increasing concem in the level of service from the Sheriff's office. She commented that the
Sheriffs Office does not appear to have the resources available to respond to requests
such as that of fireworks or loitering.
Commander Mc Gee stated that supervision could not be factored into the equation of
need versus staff. He pointed out that the City is influenced by a flux in population. Mr.
Boucher said that Ms. Roberts' concem might be one of active patrols in her area. Ms.
Roberts said that there does not appear to be adequate resources for the aquatic
equipment. She stated that patrol on the water as well as the land might provide a greater
level of coverage. Commander McGee offered to meet with Ms. Roberts to further discuss
Law Enforcement operations and staffing. He informed the Council that Law Enforcement
does not address issues outside of a 100 -mile ocean radius. Commander McGee also
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pointed out that the City's demographic is changing along with the type of service
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requests. Ms. Roberts replied that a level of law enforcement staff support is the core of
her concern.
A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hoog to
Approve Ordinance No 19 -2004; Adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year
2004/2005. The vote on the motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mayor Pro
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Tem Hoog, For; Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For
ADJOURNMENT:
There be r, business, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 6:40 P.M.
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