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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 08-01-2000 Regular i CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY HALL ANNEX 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida ` TUESDAY August 1, 2000 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Richard Treverton Larry Weber Mayor Pro Tem Buzz Petsos Mayor Rocky Randels Council Members Absent: Burt Bruns Others Present: Bennett Boucher, City Manager Susan Stills, Assistant City Clerk Mark McQuagge, Assistant City Attorney Andrea Bowers, City Treasurer Ed Gardulski, Public Works Director • Morris Reid, Building Official Mayor George McGee, Canaveral Precinct i PRESENTATION: 1 <Tape 1, 345> Tibby Parker, Project Director for 20/20 Workforce Mayor Randels provided a brief background on the 20/20 Workforce program and introduced Mayor Tibby Parker from Melbourne Village. Ms. Parker explained that the Melbourne Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce manages the program. She summarized that the program researches new methods for finding and keeping a quality labor pool. The program started in March 2000 and has exceeded its employment goal. The Economic Development Commission is helping to conduct surveys regarding Brevard County's work force. The program offers Academies of Learning that teach the mechanics of hiring and retaining a quality work force. Subsequent to the academy, roundtables focus on any obstacles to maintaining employment, for example, childcare. Ms. Parker related that businesses want upgraded training, skill assessment and more effective recruitment strategies. The Academies of Learning and Roundtables are venues for recruiting, hiring, training and retaining employees. She posed the question of why this program is critical to Brevard. She related that in June 2000, the County's unemployment rate was 3.4 percent and how that percentage is not inclusive of the non - traditional worker. Those workers include ex- offenders, seniors, and the newly 1 I 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 1, 2000 Page 2 graduated from school. The program is critical to County's economic strength. Ms. Parker encouraged the support of local businesses. Mr. Weber queried how the program is advertised. She responded that the program focuses primarily on employers and marketing to employers needs. Ms. Parker affirmed for Mr. Treverton that Brevard Community College was included in the program's scope. Mr. Treverton related his personal difficulty in finding skilled labor and questioned if it would help to import workers from outside of the County. Ms. Parker replied that the work force is at a plateau on a national level and that Brevard is reflective of that leveling out. Ms. Parker emphasized how employee retention is a critical matter in that tumover is costly to the employer. A Best Practices seminar is included in the Academy for businesses to share successful experiences. <Tape 1, 912> Mayor Randels introduced Ms. Linda Frank from USA Waste Management to address any Council concerns. Council thanked Ms. Frank for the company's work. Mr. Treverton related how courteously he was treated and that he was invited to tour the recycling plant. INTERVIEWS: <37> Randall Camomilli, Applicant to the Community Appearance Board IE Mayor Randels introduced Mr. Camomilli to the Council. Attorney McQuagge asked Mr. Camomilli if his work related to the Board. Mr. Camomilli responded that he works as a Contract Manager with Lockheed Martin. He has a Masters Degree and knowledge of Requests for Proposal, as well as a construction background that is applicable to the Board. Mr. Camomilli and his wife returned to their condominium in Cape Canaveral in May. Attorney McQuagge asked if the Community Appearance Board is his first choice. He affirmed and stated that he is also interested in the Beautification Board and the Business & Cultural Development. Attorney McQuagge asked if he had any foreseeable conflict of interest. Mr. Camomilli stated that he had no notable influences and that he would have no problem disclosing a conflict. Attorney McQuagge asked if he would like to see any changes in the City. Mr. Camomilli responded that over time the City has lost its less favorable qualities and he noticed the improved aesthetics. Mr. Treverton concurred with Mr. Camomilli in that the City has grown in aesthetic appeal. Mr. Camomilli affirmed for Mayor Pro Tem Petsos that he is now a permanent resident. Mayor explained to Mr. Camomilli that his appointment to the Board would be under consideration at the next Regular Council. CONSIDERATIONS: 1. <Tape 1, 1033> Motion to approve Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of June 6, 2000 and June 20, 2000. 1 1 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 1, 2000 i Page 3 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos and seconded by Mr. Weber To approve the Regular City Council Meeting Minute of June 6, 2000 and June 20, 2000. The motion passed 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For; Mr. Weber, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For. 2. Motion to approve the Cost Share Agreement with the St. Johns Water Management District. Mr. Gardulski explained that this is an applied for Storm Water grant. Mr. Gardulski stated that this grant project would treat the storm water runoff from the Public Works facility and be utilized as reuse water. Mr. Treverton related that the Reclaimed Water facility does not have adequate property for its existing retention areas and that this grant provides an opportunity to reallocate land use around the facility. A motion was made by Mr. Weber and seconded by Mr. Treverton to approve the Cost Share Agreement with the St. Johns Water Management District in the amount of $20,900. The motion passed 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For; Mr. Weber, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For 3. Motion to approve the Change Order to Carl Hankins, Inc. to Construct E Phase IV, Part 1 of the Reclaimed Water System in the amount of $302,247. M r. Gardulski stated that a larger pipe size is needed for the project that was not in the original bid. The City engineers reviewed these omitted portions and the cost is well under the estimates. Mr. Gardulski related on competition for materials due to seasonal construction and recommended proceeding with the change order to complete the overall project. He stated that looping the system would provide better control of water pressure. Mr. Gardulski stated that the additional mobilization costs is due to a different need from other phases, such as larger pipes, jack and bore and traffic control. Mr. Gardulski explained to Mr. Weber that this phase would extend to Atlantic Avenue and loop back to the reclamation plant. Mr. Treverton questioned Mr. Jim Minton, Vice President, General Manager, Carl Hankins, Inc. on the change order. Mr. Minton replied that the cost included the lot rental, material, additional maintenance and lodging for contractors. He explained that the pipe cost is locked in only until August 10 Mr. Treverton questioned what is included in the $62,000 cost. Mr. Minton responded that this primarily includes r excavating the pit, exploratory processes under the Al A roadway and carrier pipe. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos questioned the previous idea of open trenching. Mr. Gardulski responded that that was a considered alternative. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos queried the cost of second phase? Mr. Gardulski responded that Part 1 and Part II cost $533,000. Mr. Gardulski replied to Mayor Pro Tem Petsos that 90 days is the allotted time for completing each Part. Mr. Gardulski related how Reclaimed Water grant funding is diminishing. Ms. Bowers affirmed for Mayor Pro Tem Petsos that there were Impact City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 1, 2000 Page 4 Fee Funds. Mayor Randels clarified that the money is not fully available at present however it becomes available when construction fees are paid. Mayor Randels stated that this section of the project was planned for construction some time ago and that the system would provide increased pressure once completed. A motion was made by Mr. Weber and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to approve the Change Order to Carl Hankins, Inc. to Construct Phase IV, Part 1 of the Reclaimed Water System in the amount of $302,247.35. The motion passed 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For; Mr. Weber, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For. ORDINANCES: FIRST PUBLIC HEARING: 4. <Tape 1, 2100> Mayor Randels Read Ordinance No. 09 -2000 by title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78, UTILITIES, ARTICLE III, 78 -152, MONTHLY SEWER RATES, BY PROVIDING FOR THE ABILITY OF CITY COUNCIL TO ADOPT MONTHLY CHARGES, BY RESOLUTION, BASED UPON RATE STUDIES; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. There was no public comment. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos and seconded by Mr. Treverton to approve Ordinance No. 09 -2000 for second reading. The motion passed 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For; Mr. Weber, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; Mayor Randels, For. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos queried why this action is being done by a Resolution. Mr. Boucher explained that rate schedules are done primarily by resolution. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos related how the rate consultant explained that no annual resolution is needed for any future amendments. Mr. Boucher explained that the verbiage in the resolution would cover the required time and rate. Mayor Randels clarified that adopting the resolution would provide for an increase in time for the Condominium Associations annual meetings. Mr. Boucher stated that the resolution provides a certain flexibility that an ordinance does not. RESOLUTIONS: 5. <Tape 1, 2400> Mayor Randels read Resolution No 2000 -25 by title and in its entirety: 1 z City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 1, 2000 i Page 5 f A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL OF BREVARD FOR THE LEVY OF AD VALOREM TAXES FOR FISCALYEAR 2000/2001 ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Treverton and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to approve Resolution No. 2000 -25 adopting a Tentative Proposed Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2000 /2001. Ms. Bowers distributed an illustration of the average tax breakdown. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos queried about the health insurance increase. Ms. Bowers responded that the impact is predominately on Public Works and the General Fund. Ms. Bowers stated that the increase is $24,000 overall. She spoke to the League office and found that our City faired well by comparison to others cities that experienced up to 60 percent increases. Mr. Nicholas asked if the Beautification Board members could have a copy of the proposed budget. He also questioned the future project that would require Beautification funds. Mr. Boucher responded that the project is beautification of the A1A corridor. Mayor Randels related that Mr. Nicholas' request was mailed along with the Beautification Board packet. AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD: 1 • No comment 1 DISCUSSION: Mayor Randels stated that the City Manager would meet with the City Manager of Cocoa Beach on Tuesday, August 8 for Conflict Resolution. Mr. Boucher provided a draft of the City's Position Statement for Council's review that included some language changes. Mr. Weber questioned where the City Attorney made changes. Mr. Boucher referenced that a change made to Page Eight, Paragraph Three. Mayor Randels called for a five - minute recess at 8:26 P.M. in order for Council to review the draft Position Statement at length. The meeting resumed at 8:38 P.M. Mr. Boucher related Cocoa Beach's position in that during the next drought, the City of Cape Canaveral could provide 100 percent reuse to Cocoa Beach every other day. Mayor Randels expressed concern with that proposition. Mr. Boucher referenced "Operating Protocols" in the Position Statement in that if agreement is made, there is no provision for weather conditions. Mr. Treverton expressed his favor of using Position Statement and possibly initiating a definitive agreement. Mayor Randels stated 1 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 1, 2000 Page 6 that Cocoa Beach's allegations were not delineated. Attorney McQuagge explained that Cocoa Beach is not required make a written statement, however Cape Canaveral has outlined the perceived issues in it Position Statement. Mr. Boucher emphasized that the focus of the meeting is to discuss the issues in a productive manner. Attorney McQuagge pointed out that the Position Statement was not meant to incite ill will but to provide a guideline for discussion. Mayor Randels clarified that for resolution purposes a statement could read that a pressure - sustaining valve should be installed. Attorney McQuagge inquired if a valve already exists and recommended a change to the Mayor's proposed verbiage. Mr. Treverton queried a meter installation. Mr. Gardulski explained the laborious process of installing a meter. Mr. Boucher continued to outline other issues that would be discussed during the meeting. Council expressed support of the City Manager and the Position Statement. REPORTS: City Manager • Mr. Boucher recognized Morris Reid as the new Building Official. • Mr. Boucher announced that the Sheriffs Office is planning a National Night Out at the Cape Canaveral Library on August 15 from 4:30 to 7:30 PM • Mr. Boucher announced that the Al A corridor consultant held a kick -off meeting E and they would like to make a presentation to Council at its meeting on September 5 Ms. McNeely reported briefly on the scope of the study. • Mr. Boucher reported on content for the next Council Agenda and stated that he would like to have Mr. John Peker make a presentation on the Storm Water Management Plan. • Mr. Boucher reported that the Sheriffs Contract is also scheduled for the next agenda. Assistant City Clerk • No report City Attorney • No report Mr. Weber • Mr. Weber announced the Pepper Bust on August 26 at Cherie Down Park, beginning at 8 A.M. Mr. Treverton • Mr. Treverton reported on Jackie Coates' efforts to provide historic background on Cape Canaveral and her hope to compile a panoramic history for display at a City facility. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 1, 2000 Page 7 • Mr. Treverton related that he spoke to Mrs. Murcia owner of the property on Center Street and he provided thoughts on utilizing the land for a future P -2000 grant after returning it to a vegetative state, or other means for the City to acquire this property. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos I • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos questioned using the canal area for a future grant. Mr. Boucher responded that the canal area is part of the Storm Water Plan. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos related how City Hall and the Annex are in need of painting and proposed another painting beautification project. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos questioned the Baffle Box sampling on Central Blvd. Mr. Gardulski responded that he would provide results from the lab. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos referenced the CEVESCO, Inc. letter that requests Attorney's fees from the City subsequent to the road resurfacing on Commerce Street. Mr. Boucher responded that the letter was forwarded to the City's insurance providers. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos queried about the Mayor's meeting with Cape Canaveral hospital regarding creating a wetlands area. Mr. Boucher explained to Mayor Randels that Sunshine Law requires that the Council make a decision as a collective body. Mr. Boucher stated that perhaps the hospital could provide mitigation relative to the Storm Water plan. • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos stated that the mitigation is an issue for a joint meeting with Cocoa Beach and the Cape Canaveral hospital. Mayor Randels • Mayor Randels announced an available grant for $25,000 to $50,000 for beach clean -up. • Mayor Randels reported on the County sign ordinance on its August 22 agenda and encouraged interested parties to attend. • Mayor Randels announced the opening of Video Display, Inc. in the City that provides large scale display digital equipment. • Mayor Randels reported on the Community Appearance Board request to Wendy's Restaurant to deviate from its red brick model and construct a stucco rendition that would maintain the continuity of the Al corridor. • Mayor Randels queried the status of Communications Services. Mr. Boucher reported that he and Ms. Bowers attended a relative seminar. • Mayor Randels reported on the status of the bid process to eliminate the vehicles stored at Public Works. • Mayor Randels displayed the City's advertisement in the Qualities Cities magazine that acknowledges community participation in beautification efforts. I 1 1 i City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 1, 2000 Page 8 There`bei1 g " rtb further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:45 PM ^Y GK r j _ Rocky Randels, MAYOR ` Siishrt ,p4ills Clerk 1 E , , i t.