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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 05-07-2002 Regular CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY HALL ANNEX 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY May 7, 2002 7:00 PM MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Jim Morgan Mayor Rocky Randels Mayor Pro Tem Buzz Petsos Richard Treverton Council Members Absent: Larry Weber Others Present: Bennett Boucher, City Manager Mark McQuagge, City Attorney Susan Stills, City Clerk Morris Reid, Building Official Ed Gardulski, Public Works Director John Pekar, City Engineer CONSENT AGENDA: Mayor Randels asked if any Council member, staff or interested party desired to remove any item from the Consent Agenda for discussion. 1. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of April 16, 2002. 2. Letter of Support for the Distribution of Federal Anti -Drug Abuse Act Funds for the 2002/ 2003 Fiscal Year. 3. Transportation Impact Fee Trust Fund Disbursement Agreement with Brevard County, for the Funding of a Pedestrian Bridge and Related Sidewalks along the West Side of SR A1A. No request was made to remove an item for discussion A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos and seconded by Mr. Treverton approve Consent Agenda Items No. 1, 2 and 3. The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 2 follows: Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. ORDINANCE: First Public Hearing: 4. Motion to Adopt: Ordinance No. 09 -2002 Amending Code Section; 110 -137, Procedures for Amendments and Rezoning, for second reading. Mayor Randels read the title of Ordinance No. 09 -2002. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CODE SECTION; 110 -137, PROCEDURES FOR AMENDMENTS AND REZONING, BY AMENDING THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS TO PROVIDE FOR WRITTEN NOTIFICATION TO ALL AFFECTED PROPERTY OWNERS WITHIN A RADIUS OF 500 FEET; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mr. Treverton to approve Ordinance No. 09 -2002 for second reading. Mr. Treverton asked who would supply the list of the names of the affected property owners. He said that the ordinance implies that the applicant would supply the names. Mr. Treverton stated that someone needed to double -check the listed owners. Mr. Morgan replied that generally in other cities or the County, they would provide you a map showing the owners and it's the applicant's responsibility to notify them. The applicant can pay the County for the research to provide the names of who to notify without burdening City staff. Attomey McQuagge related the procedure from the Planning and Zoning Board to use the list from the County Property Appraiser's office and for staff to cross check that list of owners within a 500 -foot radius. Mr. Treverton pointed out that on page 41 of subsection (g) the language reads that the notice shall be mailed to affected property owners. Mayor Randels clarified that the previous language stated that a courtesy "may" be mailed to the affected property owner and the new language states, "shall" be mailed. Mr. Tom Quinn, a local developer, stated that with a legal description and for the cost of $20 the Property Appraiser's office would generate a list of the names of all the property owners within that 500 -foot radius of that property. This list is alphabetical, by parcel number and also includes mailing list labels. Mayor Randels referred to Item G and questioned who would mail the notices. He suggested including the language "by the City Clerk's office using certified mail." Mayor Randels read the paragraph using his intended language as, "for proposed zoning changes a notice shall be mailed to the affected property owners as defined in sub - paragraph 6 of paragraph "c" of this section as immediately above by the City Clerk's office using Certified Mail." Mayor Randels suggested an amended motion to that effect. Mr. Reid noted that a certified letter requires 99 q an additional mailing charge perhaps to be incurred by the developer. Mr. Nicholas replied Cof that re- zoning requests were few. ti City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 3 Lie An amendment to the main motion a made by Mayor Randels and seconded by Mr. Morgan to change the language in Section G, Page 41 to add, "by the City Clerk's Office using Certified Mail." Attorney McQuagge also suggested within that same provision to change in the language to read paragraph "c" and not e as printed within that same paragraph. The vote on the main motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. RESOLUTIONS: 5. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2002 -13; Final Plat Approval of Adams Villas — Phase II. Mayor Randels read the title of Resolution No. 2002 -13. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF "ADAMS VILLAS — PHASE II "; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY THE PLAT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE { DATE. } i3 Mayor Randels stated that these are numbers 107 and 109 Adams Avenue. Mr. Morgan inquired about the easement across the front of the property. Mr. Quinn responded that the City ordinance required this easement. Mr. Morgan stated that he believed the ordinance called for an easement on the sides and the rear. Mr. Quinn stated that he did have an easement for drainage and water. Mr. Quinn stated that the easement is for a water line. Mr. Treverton questioned why Council was approving the re -plat subsequent to construction on the property. Mayor Randels explained that the approval is on the as -built plat and the previous plat is a preliminary plat. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos and seconded by Mr. Morgan. The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. 6. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2002 -14; Final Plat Approval of Jefferson Villas. Mayor Randels read the title of Resolution No. 2002 -14. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF "JEFFERSON VILLAS "; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY THE PLAT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Randels stated that these are numbers 112 and 114 Jefferson Avenue. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to approve Resolution City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 4 No. 2002 -14. The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. 7. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2002 -15; Supporting Inclusion of A Bicycle and Pedestrian Lane in the Redesign of State Road 528 Indian River Bridge. Mayor Randels read the title of Resolution No. 2002 -15. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; SUPPORTING INCLUSION OF A BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN LANE IN THE REDESIGN OF STATE ROAD 528 INDIAN RIVER BRIDGE. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to approve Resolution No. 2002 -15 for discussion. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos said that he favored installing bicycle and pedestrian lanes wherever possible but contended that State Road 528 is a limited access highway. Mr. Morgan replied that it is a good idea but expensive to implement. Mr. Mr. Gene Petre asked how the Master Plan for the Brevard County Bicycle path tied in to this concept. He stated that there is a meeting on May 20 and this concept may be relative. Mayor Randels summarized that the Council could not support this Resolution with the limited knowledge available. A motion was made by Mr. Treverton and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to table Resolution No. 2002 -15. The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. y 1 8. Motion to Adopt: Resolution No. 2002 -16; Final Plat of Tyler Gardens. Mayor Randels read the title of Resolution No. 2002 -16. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF "TYLER GARDENS "; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY THE PLAT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to approve Resolution No. 2002 -16. Mayor Randels stated that these are the four Lots Numbers 8455, 8465, 8475 and 8585 on Rosalind Avenue The vote on the motion carried 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Morgan, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For and Mr. Treverton, For. DISCUSSION: C ro 9. Controlling Non -Point Source Runoff Pollution from Roads. 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 5 Mr. Morgan referred to the agenda packet and noted the information on non -point pollution prevention and control. He stated that he also derived from the Comprehensive Plan under the natural groundwater aquifer recharging and placed a copy in Council member's packets. Mr. Morgan stated that he would like to see any City owned property take advantage of using it in part for water retention. He stated further that before giving away any right -of -way property, while still in the City control, he would like to see an outfall such as that in Harbor Heights percolated back in. Mayor Randels replied that this is good information prior to the City Manager's forthcoming meeting with the Ocean Woods and Ocean Oaks Homeowners' Association. Mr. Treverton inquired about the mentioned outfall in the Harbor Heights area. Mr. Boucher replied that there is a culvert at the south end of the cul -de -sac. Mayor Randels clarified that this is a catch basin. Mr. Treverton expressed that this concept would assist in other projects by using semi - pervious materials to create a swale. Mr. Morgan explained how he would require a cut in construction projects to create somewhat of a swale and use a pervious material. Mayor Randels replied that grant funding might be available for this concept. Mr. Treverton clarified that he meant "pervious" materials when explaining his concept. Council directed the City Manager to work with the Homeowners' Associations to create a stormwater retention area. Mayor Randels expressed two points for clarity that this would be a dry retention pond and that the City would provide maintenance. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos stated that the future aspect of implementing this concept is a lessened storm water fee requirement. 10. City Code of Ordinances, Review of Chapter 22. Attorney McQuagge stated that what he is essentially recommending is an additional administrative appeal step prior to allowing an aggrieved individual on decision by the Community to proceed to the Circuit Court. This would allow Council's review of an aggrieved individual from the Community Appearance Board. Attorney McQuagge also referred to the one member who is on a leave of absence in that he had previously asked the Council for an inactive period. However, after looking at the make up of the Board, that the remaining number of members is appropriate. However, Attorney McQuagge did recommend the language for the Appellate procedure. Mayor Randels read the intended language that reads, "any person aggrieved by the final decision rendered by the Community Appearance Board may seek review of such final decision by a quorum of the City Council following said review a person or the City may seek appropriate relief in a manner provided by general law." Council directed the City Attorney to provide a draft ordinance to amend the procedure for the next City Council meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos also recommended an amendment to the language in Section 22 -28 on page 84 referencing the number of members on the Business and Cultural Development Board as five members and four alternates and in Section 22 -37 on page 86 reads, five members and two alternates. Mayor Randels clarified that the alternates City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 6 C could enter into the discussion, although they could not vote. However, an alternate would be prepared to act in the absence of a regular member. 11. Sanitary Sewer Cost Sharing. Ed Gardulski, Public Works Director, referred to the completion of the sanitary sewer line construction on Oak Lane and posed the question of who should bear the cost. He stated that the Code provides for the property owner to construct a sewer line to their property. Mr. Gardulski explained that with the replacement of Lift Station No. 4 and the Force Main, the chosen route was through Harbor Heights with a gravity line through Oak Lane. Therefore the decision for the Council's review is who would pay for this cost. Mr. Gardulski proposed one of two options the first option, that each property owner bears the cost for their linear footage at $32.65 per linear foot. Mr. Gardulski replied to Mr. Morgan that an 8 -inch line was installed. The second option included analysis of the impact fee to install the line charged to the property owner. Mr. Gardulski said that if the Council decided that the property owner pay for the line, they would also need to pay for the impact fees. Mr. Morgan expressed that paying both fees would be difficult on the property owner. Mayor Randels replied that no impact fees were charged P 9 when previous homes were assessed with sewer line service. Mayor Randels clarified Mr. Gardulski's two options in that the first proposal allows the owner to pay for their sewer line according to the amount of frontage on the property. The second option is more complex and takes into account the future economic development and potential value of the impact fees and increased ad valorem benefits, such as commercial development. Mayor Randels stated that the cost of $32.65 would be applied to the frontage area of the property. Mr. Morgan stated that paying for both fees was not previously the City's policy. Mr. Gardulski said that the owner has 365 days to connect to service. Mr. Morgan expressed that the fairest manner is the $32.65 per linear foot charge. Mr. Treverton also concurred with this charge. Council agreed by a majority that the existing homes would not be charged the impact fee. Mr. Nicholas questioned if the Jamieson property were to be charged. Mr. Gardulski replied that the Jamieson property has an existing sewer line. Mayor Randels stated the consensus of the Council as, since there was no impact fee in the year that the existing homes were built then the City would assess those property owners for the front footage on the length of their lots only. Mr. Morgan expressed that a front foot assessments could also be paid on undeveloped lots. He explained that if the lots were sold to a developer or another owner, then an impact fee would be paid. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos stated that this would make sewer available at the property and that would be a selling point. Mayor Randels noted that currently the developer pays for the sewer line to the property if there is no existing line and subsequently charges the owner. Mr. Gardulski restated Council's desire to assess existing property for the front footage only with no impact fee payment. Mr. Morgan clarified that if existing property owner has already paid this front foot assessment if they build a house, then they have already paid. However, if they sell that property then it changes title. Mr. Gardulski 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 7 reminded that commercial property could also be built in this area. Mr. John Pekar pointed out that a cost would be incurred to remove the septic system on the three existing homes. Mayor Randels summarized that on Oak Lane the existing three homes would pay the front foot assessment fee, all other owners would pay impact fees on new construction. Mr. Morgan stated that the ordinance provides for a letter that tells the property when sewer is purchased for them that they have a certain time period to { connect. REPORTS: 1. City Manager • Mr. Boucher related that Mr. Gardulski would need additional funds for the parking lot area at the Manatee Sanctuary Park. The State has provided verbal approval and a site plan is pending from Stott ler, Stagg and Associates. Recreation impact fees could be used to pay for this improvement. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos asked for a cost difference between the shell surface and a pervious parking area. Mr. Boucher stated that a base is needed. Mr. Reid replied to Mr. Morgan that at a 6 -inch base, there is a 2,000- pound capacity. Mr. Boucher replied that changes could be made after the pavilion and additional construction. Mr. Gardulski stated that due to the grant funding agreement, approval is required before any changes were made. Mr. Nicholas asked if there were any possibility of reverse water flow from beneath the pervious surface. Mr. Morgan replied that with enough pressure a hydraulic effect would, but it would also float asphalt and coquina if they were present. Mayor Randels summarized that a revision to the grant fund is needed to use a pervious material instead of coquina. Mr. Morgan suggested turf blocks that allows percolation and turf growth. Mr. Reid clarified that a base was needed regardless of what material is chosen to pave the parking area. Mayor Randels stated that no paving would occur until staff provides a parking lot plan for the base material. • Mr. Boucher deferred to Mr. Gardulski who outlined the construction problems experienced at the Sewer Lift Station No. 4 project. Mr. Garsulski stated that de- 1 watering is the primary concern. He listed the removal of an electrical line, re- routing the lift station force main, constraints on installing the sheeting and fitting the lift station in place as designed as other concerns. He stated that the equipment is constructed for the lift station and waiting for delivery. Mr. Gardulski stated that once the hole is dried, rock is added to deter sinking prior to installing the equipment. Mr. John Pekar, City Engineer, responded to the noise concerns due to the de- watering and said that 82 decibels were detected near the site that is the level of a normal conversation, and 50 decibels detected as you move away from the site. Mr. Pekar restated that all seven pieces of equipment for the lift station are fabricated and waiting for delivery and once delivered and set in place, the hole and the sheet piling could be removed fairly quick. Mr. Gardulski distributed the new work schedules to the Council. Mr. Dacks Rodriguez, Santa Cruz Construction, addressed the Council. He explained that extreme situations were experienced during the installation phase that would not be { anticipated in the closing process. Mr. Rodriguez emphasized that a dry base is necessary. He would like to expedite the project, however if they lose the de- watering process it would make the job more difficult. Mayor Randels reminded that Cape Canaveral is not the only City on a barrier island with a lift station and expressed that this was not a unique experience. Mayor Randels expressed the need for a definitive date on City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting { May 7, 2002 Page 8 the project's completion. Mr. Rodriguez stated that alternate installation options have been attempted. He stated that the schedule is contingent on the configuration of the pieces of equipment with the hole. He replied to Mr. Morgan that it has been a continuous, slow - moving effort due to space constraints. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos asked if the company is working with an engineer on the de- watering. Mr. Rodriguez affirmed that he was working with the City's engineer and Well Point Professional. Mr. Pekar explained that another header pipe would help with the process. Mayor Randels summarized that June 18 is the approximate date of completion. Mayor Randels requested that Mr. Rodriguez return before the Council on the project's progress at the next City Council meeting in two weeks. Mayor Randels reminded that a Performance Bond was issued on this project. • Mr. Boucher reported that the employee Wellness Testing was successful. A follow -up feedback session is due in the coming week. • Mr. Boucher stated that he requested status reports from staff in order to provide more information on current activities. • Mr. Boucher reported that the City engineer is anticipating permits from Florida Department of Transportation on the SR A1A west side Pedway Bridge. • Mr. Boucher also reported that the City engineer is working with RKT Construction on the city sign location. Booring is scheduled and Mr. Pekar will complete the proposal for the site work. Once the site work is complete, Mr. Pekar will submit a design /build for the sign. • Mr. Boucher referred to a letter from the Fire Chief regarding a peacock causing an accident involving a child. Mr. Boucher stated that under the City's code Cape Canaveral is a bird sanctuary. However, under the State's definition these birds are non - native and not protected. Council recommended thinning the birds based on a life safety issues. Mr. Boucher asked if there were any preferred methodology. Staff would perform research on a method to decrease the peacock population in the City. • Mr. Boucher announced a call from a developer regarding Center Street as an R -3 development location. Mr. Morgan noted that one lesson learned is a good buffer between the river and the beginning of any building line. • Mr. Boucher reported on a construction accident at Puerto Del Rio where a worker fell five- stories down an elevator shaft. The worker sustained injuries but he survived the fall. 2. Staff Mr. Gardulski • Mayor Randels inquired about the tree planting. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos also inquired about trees being installed in the location of potential sidewalks. Mr. Gardulski replied that the side of the road was marked in order to measure tree placement. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos also inquired about installation on vacant properties and asked if installation would be done on existing home fronts. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos suggested placing a notice on the web site about trees available for existing homes. Mr. Reid • Mr. Reid reported with a construction update stating that the foundation has been installed on Cape Caribe, there is a building application for a five -story unit between Jackson Avenue and the ocean. • Mr. Reid announced a direct hot line for building inspections that allows for message calls from developers and contractors. Staff will still be available to answer questions and r provide information on the regular City Hall lines. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 9 cif City Clerk • Mrs. Stills announced the City Board Appreciation Dinner, Saturday, May 18 and encouraged those who had not yet responded to do so. • Mr. Stills announced that the Cape View Third Grade Class would re -visit City Hall and the Sheriffs precinct on Friday, May 17 An E -mail letter was forwarded to Council and staff. Each of the three classes would visit each of the three building for 30- minute intervals. All members of the Council are encouraged to attend. • Mr. Stills reported that she received a call from Mr. Frank Hagy of the Florida League of Cities. He requested to do a two -page spotlight on the City in the Quality Cities magazine focusing on Cape Canaveral's technology innovations such as the Council's use of laptop computers, our use of the E -Better Place Civic Tracker and the City's web page. Mr. Mike Taylor also of the League office has requested that the City's web master speak at a conference on the topic of developing a web site for small cities. City Attorney • No report. AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD: 3 I • Mr. Leo Nicholas spoke on peacocks and nuisance abatement. He was glad to see that the Council was taking action on the matter. • Mr. Leo Nicholas related that he inherited several large flags from the local car dealerships and he needs a proper method of disposal. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos suggested contacting the Boy Scouts to perform a ceremony as a project. Mayor Randels replied that all the hospitals have an incinerator for their hazardous waste materials. Mr. Morgan questioned if the County might also have a large incinerator on Adamson Road. • Mrs. Ivy Bolanowski, resident on the corner of Ridgewood and Lincoln Avenue, spoke on a fence permit that she acquired from the Building Department in that the person who installed the fence was told to stop working during installation. Mr. Boucher replied that the Bolanowski's submitted a claim and the Florida League of Cities claims adjustor denied the claim. Mr. Boucher stated that the Bolanowski 's applied for a fence permit, however the fence was built within the City right -of -way and therefore the installation was stopped. Mrs. Bolanowski stated that the fence was within the property. Mr. John Bolanowski stated that the City previously gave him permission to install a fence and his intention was to increase the height of that existing fence that the City gave him permission to install. Mayor Randels clarified that the existing wall might have been permitted at the time of installation, however they are not allowed to add to non - conformity. Mrs. Bolanowski said that the Florida League of Cities asked why a survey was not performed however the permit was based on the map that she provided. Mr. Morgan stated that he is a neighbor of the Bolanowski's and he reported on his research of the matter and that he followed it up to the decision from the League, unfortunately as a lawmaker could not solve the problem. He said that it becomes a civil issue in his opinion at this point and a Small Claim might provide remedy. Mrs. Bolanowski stated that her legal counsel encouraged her to seek the City Council. Mr. Morgan replied that she has tried all the remedies at the City 4 level. Attorney McQuagge responded that the Florida League of Cities and their attorney would cover this matter. He stated that the Council did not have the authority to provide City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 10 Cr remedy. Mr. Reid stated that the site plan on file was done previously represents resents their P property, however the fence was installed in the road right -of -way. { • Mr. Gene Petre asked if there were any plans to remove a large tree trunk on the beach in the Harbor Heights area prior to hurricane season. Mr. Boucher replied that this is difficult due to turtle season but could be done subsequently. • Mr. Petre also inquired about a young man in the Ocean Woods and Harbor Heights who is creating a large mound of sand. Mr. Boucher replied that he would be told to contact the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. • Mr. Petre asked the City Clerk for a copy of Resolution No. 2002 -15. 2. City Council , Mr. Morgan • Mr. Morgan inquired about the letter from Mr. Saurenmann and a potential lawsuit and he asked what fence was in question. Mr. Boucher replied that it is the 50 -foot right -of -way from Harbor Heights to North Ridgewood Avenue. • Mr. Morgan expressed that he made an improper decision regarding the gentlemen and the removal of poinsettias from a City median in that the gentlemen thought he was acting with permission. Mr. Treverton suggested a letter of apology. Mayor Randels stated that the gentleman is his neighbor and he was told that he could have the plants after removal from the median. Mr. Boucher replied that the gentleman called the City Manager's office and he was told not to remove the plants from the median. Mr. Morgan felt that a letter of understanding should be written to the gentleman. Mr. Boucher stated that a letter would be forwarded stating the Council's policy on citizens removing landscaping from City medians. • Mr. Morgan inquired about the Fairvilla sign status. Attorney McQuagge met with Attomey Beals and a discussion item will be placed on the first City Council agenda for June. Mr. Treverton • Mr. Treverton reported on his visit to the Brevard Community College Computer Lab open house and he related the paperless agenda packets that our City uses. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos asked if there were any interest in the Senior Homestead Exemption that would provide an additional exemption for citizens over 65 years -of -age. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos also inquired about the letter from the League of Cities requesting that the City forward a letter to the Governor on the Presumption Bill. This would greatly increase the disability payments due to Fire and Police staff that incur cancer on the job and not from smoking. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos expressed that he opposed the bill as well as other members of the Council. Staff will forward a letter in opposition to the Bill. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos inquired about the boat and now the truck for sale on the Fairvilla lot. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos asked if the City could solicit the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to install a painted divided median. Staff will forward a letter to FDOT. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos inquired about the repair of the leak in the Council chambers. ce , Mr. Gardulski replied that he is seeking assistance from the original contractor. ( City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting May 7, 2002 Page 11 c • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos expressed concern with the Sheriffs report of vehicle break -ins that included missing badges from Kennedy Space Center and the potential problems. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos requested a brief daily status report of department activities for all Council members. Mayor Randels • Mayor Randels expressed thanks for the City Attorney's and the Public Works reports. • Mayor Randels reported on increased patronage on the new trolley. He also announced the colored coated, wallet -sized map. He related the City Manager's idea of a monthly pass or 12 -rides for one fee. Mayor Randels also reported that the Center for Urban Transportation performed an analysis of cost for 18 separate bus lines in the County and found that $2.70 per resident, per capita is the cost for our bus line. This cost is comparatively lower than other counties. • Mayor Randels announced the Spring Edition of Beach -Val -U Directory, that published a letter of congratulations from our Mayor. • Mayor Randels reported that Cape Canaveral was awarded Second Place in the Orange Juice Squeeze -Off. • Mayor Randels announced that the City received good press in the Brevard Business News. Cape Canaveral reached a plateau of between $10,000 and $19,000 for United Way. • Mayor Randels also reported that the Brevard Community College Computer Lab is open. Our City will be the first to enroll employees in the available courses. L e • Mayor Randels announced the need to re- schedule for the Editor's Day Out with Susan Smiley- Height of the Space -Coast Press Tribune at the Manatee Sanctuary Park due to paving issues. • Mayor Randels expressed that he has been in contact with one of the gentleman bidding on the Cocoa Beach wall project. • Mayor Randels reported that the St. John's Water Management's health a' insurance has increased by 9.7 percent and that this would be a consideration during our budget process. • Mayor Randels announced the Dare Graduation on the following Wednesday, May 8 at the Cape View Elementary School. Specialty vehicles will be displayed. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Mr. Morgan and seconded by Mayor Randels to adjoum the meetinikalUrAlotion carried unanimously. C:::,----ot.,..,■ctua__ ' 0 , ,, Rocky Randels, AYOR k ' 4 SAO> S 1� , , ITYA c , q6-0*,- o f , ...,-:--:-- , ‘k.,,-,-........---.-