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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-16-1993 Workshop and RegularI CITY COUNCIL COMBINED WORKSHOP & REGULAR MEETING December 16, 1993 A Combined Workshop and Regular Meeting of the Cape Canaveral City Council was held on December 16, 1993, at the City Hall Annex, 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Pro Tem Porter. ROLL CALL: Mayor Joy Salamone Absent Mayor Pro Tem John Porter Present Councilmember Arthur Berger Present Councilmember Leo Nicholas Present Councilmember Rocky Randels Present City Manager Bennett Boucher Present Assistant City Attorney Kevin Markey Present City Clerk Faith Miller Present ADOPTION OF MINUTES: 1. Regular Meeting of December 7, 1993. Motion by Mr. Randels, seconded by Mr. Berger to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 7, 1993 as presented. Motion carried with members voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Porter, For; Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Randels, For. PRESENTATION: 1. Mayor Pro Tem Porter advised that Mr. Richard Fernandez, Quentin L. Hampton Associates, Inc., and Chuck Billias, City of Cocoa Beach Director of Utilities, were present to make a brief presentation to Council regarding the possibility of installing a water reuse line from the City's wastewater plant to the Cocoa Beach City limits where it would be utilized for reuse within Cocoa Beach. Mr. Billias explained that Cocoa Beach had a 6.0mgd wastewater plant with two storage tanks (1.5 million gallons each) to store reclaimed water which was distributed throughout the City. He stated that the reuse system would be expanded to encompass the entire City by 1995; two additional storage tanks were being built at the treatment plant and one storage tank at the north end of Cocoa Beach behind the Winn Dixie shopping plaza (six million gallon storage tank plus pumping station). The current reuse program included 1,600 on -line customers with a pumping pressure of 90psi. Mr. Richard Fernandez stated that Cocoa Beach was committed to serving all of its citizens with a reclaimed water program. He stated that the central portion of the City has been served with reclaimed water, the area south of Minuteman Causeway would be starting construction within the next 30 days, and reclaimed water would be extended into Patrick Air Force Base to irrigate its golf course. He commented that the per capita consumption of the existing customer base was 1,200 - 1,400 gpd and that if the City provided reclaimed water service throughout the City, • 1 • City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Combined Workshop & Regular Meeting December 16, 1993 Page 2 there would be periods when there would be an inadequate amount of reclaimed water to meet irrigation demands of Cocoa Beach's customer base. Mr. Fernandez summarized the economic benefits of the reuse proposal to both communities. He stated that preliminary cost estimates of extending a pipeline from Cape Canaveral's treatment plant to the north Cocoa Beach City limits would be approximately $750,000 with another $100,000 cost sharing for up- sizing the main through the north end of Cocoa Beach to the new storage tank. He stated that one million gallons per day from Cape Canaveral could be accommodated in the Cocoa Beach reuse system. Mr. Fernandez perceived that the State permitting agencies would be very supportive of Cape Canaveral being in the reclaimed water business rather than in the wetlands business. He stated that his firm would be starting final design on the north pipeline segment within the next 90 days. He remarked that Cocoa Beach's reuse distribution system would be in place by the Indian River Lagoon Act deadline, funding was available, and that the City Commission had authorized use of the funds for the distribution system. Council addressed questions to Mr. Fernandez and further discussion ensued regarding the reuse concept. Mr. Fernandez advised that Cocoa Beach would possibly want a minimum guarantee of half a million gallons per day. Councilmembers expressed their support for the proposal and were favorable to authorizing City staff to further research the details of the proposal. Mr. Boucher suggested proceeding with a cost benefit analysis in conjunction with Cocoa Beach, and asking the City's engineers to determine what additional plant modifications would be required if the wetlands concept was eliminated and replaced with the reuse program. Council concurred with Mr. Boucher's suggestion. 1. Canaveral Port Authority Commissioner Malcolm McLouth, Re: Status of Sand Transfer Project. Port Commissioner Malcolm McLouth explained that the Port had received funds of $4.5 million in FY 93/94 and $3.0 million in FY 94/95 from the federal government for the construction of extending the jetty and the sand bypass system. He stated that the jetty would be extended out and sand would be taken from the northern area and spread along Cape Canaveral beaches. The Army Corps of Engineers were proposing to place approximately 1/2 million yards of sand along the beach which would add approximately 50' of shoreline to Cape Canaveral beaches. The Corps expected to repeat the process every three to five years. He explained that the schedule date for bids on the project was February 15, 1994, with construction to begin on lengthening the jetty in mid -April through October (includes covering the jetty and constructing a fishing pier) and dumping the sand on beaches to begin in October - November, 1994. Mr. McLouth advised that the Port Commission had approved transporting 100,000 cubic yards of sand to Cape Canaveral beaches and had authorized immediate advertisement for bids. He stated that all of the necessary permits for trucking the sand to the beaches had been obtained except for one easement and the Port would be proceeding with the project as soon as the bid was awarded. The additional 100,000 cubic yards of sand would add approximately 15' of sand to Cape Canaveral's beaches. 1 • City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Combined Workshop & Regular Meeting December 16, 1993 Page 3 Councilmembers expressed their appreciation to Mr. McLouth and the Port for its support in pursuing the transfer of sand to City beaches. Discussion was held regarding future beach renourishment projects. Mr. McLouth stated that the Port Authority had made a proposal to the Army Corps for research of 100% recycling of the sand dredged from the Port's channels. He explained that the Port would be working with its dredging contractors to pursue more long range solutions. Extensive discussion followed regarding 100% sand recycling. Mr. McLouth asked that the City support the Port's efforts for 100% recycling and that the City consider monitoring the beach situation itself and writing to the Corps and State legislators to encourage their support for 100% recycling and beach renourishment. Mr. Nicholas questioned if any effort had been made toward a coalition of the various Ports throughout the State and country to lobby Congress for long range solutions to beach erosion caused by Port activities. Mr. McLouth stated that the American Association of Port Authorities was working on formulating a National Dredging Policy. He also stated that there was a harbor maintenance tax which would be placed on goods and services imported into the United States, and he had made a proposal to the Association that a portion of the tax be used for mitigation of the inlet dredging. Mayor Pro Tem Porter explained that the Port did not have a legal responsibility to dump sand on the City's beaches, but the Port had chosen to help. He maintained that the Port had a moral responsibility to renourish the City's beaches. He expressed his appreciation to the Port for its efforts for beach renourishment. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Discussion Re: Cablevision Franchise Agreement. Mr. Boucher explained that he had distributed literature to Council relative to Cable TV franchise. He stated that the City's current franchise agreement with Cablevision of Central Florida would expire in September, 1994. He asked for direction from Council within the next month regarding whether or not the City should hire a consultant to evaluate the cable system and assist with franchise agreement negotiations and whether or not the City wanted to negotiate solely with Cablevision of Central Florida or bid out Cable TV services. Mr. Boucher recommended hiring a consultant who specialized in this type of negotiation. 2. Discussion Re: Water Conservation Plan. Mr. Boucher stated that the City was required by St. John's River Water Management District as a secondary user to the City of Cocoa system to develop a Water Conservation Plan that would augment the City of Cocoa's plan. He asked Council to review the plan and schedule it for discussion at the next regular Council meeting on January 4, 1994. I City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Combined Workshop & Regular City Council Meeting December 16, 1993 Page 4 3. Discussion & Motion Re: Resolution No. 93 -49, Reappointing a member to the Construction Board of Adjustment & Appeals. Mayor Pro Tem Porter read the title of the Resolution. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; REAPPOINTING A MEMBER TO THE CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND APPEALS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Mr. Nicholas, seconded by Mr. Berger to adopt Resolution No. 93 -49 appointing Walter Bowman as a member of the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals. Motion carried with members voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Porter, For; Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Randels, For. 4. Discussion & Motion Re: Resolution No. 93 -50. Authorizing a site plan extension to Tobin Townhomes. Mayor Pro Tem Porter read the title of the Resolution. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO THE EXPIRATION DATE OF THE S1'1'E PLAN FOR TOBIN TOWNHOMES, MAKING FINDINGS OF JUSTIFIABLE CAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Mr. Nicholas, seconded by Mr. Berger to adopt Resolution No. 93 -50. Mr. Markey explained the site plan extension request and recommended approval of the Resolution. Motion carried with members voting as follows: Mayor Pro Tem Porter, For; Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Randels, For. 5. Monthly Activity Reports. Mr. Nicholas commented that there were lots that needed to be mowed on Magnolia and Adams Avenues on the east side; Mr. Boucher would check on same. 6. City Manager's Report. Mr. Boucher commended the Cape Canaveral Volunteer Fire Department for having an excellent staff including 21 EMT's and nine (9) paramedics. Mr. Boucher stated that Brevard County Commissioner Karen Andreas would be conducting a Town Forum on January 5, 1994, at 7:00 P.M. at the City's Council Chambers. I 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Combined Workshop & Regular City Council Meeting December 16, 1993 Page 5 DISCUSSION: 1. Mr. Randels questioned whether or not a motion was needed to authorize the City Manager to expend funds to research the City of Cocoa Beach's proposal for reuse. Mr. Boucher stated that he wanted City staff and the City's engineers to fully evaluate the options. It was the consensus of the City Council to move forward and fully investigate the Cocoa Beach reuse option. 2. Mr. Randels announced that Tree City U.S.A. had offered the City a truck load of palm trees at $8.00 per tree. 3. Mr. Nicholas stated that on Thanksgiving Eve City Hall had been closed at 3:00 P.M. He questioned if the City employees who did not receive the two hours off would get reimbursed. Mr. Boucher answered that those employees who did not receive the two hours off would receive it during the upcoming holiday. 4. Mr. Nicholas stated that on November 19, 1993, a helicopter had landed east of the library and voiced his concern that the City had no provisions for helicopter landings. Mr. Boucher stated that he would investigate the landing and report back to Council. 5. Mr. Nicholas questioned if the City had ever investigated implementing electronic fund transfers for paying City utility bills. 6. Mr. Nicholas questioned the status of the street light project on N. Atlantic Avenue. Mr. Boucher reported that two proposals had been received and he had signed a contract to increase the wattage of the bulbs. He added that the City would purchase 15 additional street lights for the Avon by the Sea subdivision area. 7. Mr. Nicholas reported that an overgrown hedge in a median located on Canaveral Boulevard was creating an obstruction of visibility. 8. Mr. Porter suggested that an elected official from Cape Canaveral, Port Canaveral and Cocoa Beach meet once per month to update each other and discuss things happening within their City. Agenda for discussion at next workshop meeting. 9. Mr. Porter updated Council on the tree planting program. He reported that the Public Works department along with the Beautification Board members were working on the project. He advised that an intern from UCF was hired to assist in the writing of the National Small Business Tree Planting Grant. ---.,1/4,4\ 1 , City of Cape Canaveral, Florida 00 Combined Workshop & Regular City Council Meeting December 16, 1993 Page 6 ADJOURNMENT: t' There beiftgA6 further biiside,,s, the meeting adjourned at 8:32 P.M. u Appraved this 4• h dak.o.fl;January , 1994. /.1_4' 0--Sa4122221,4_, . Joy . S' amone, MAYOR ATTES" '` . E F* 4t invirso",,Faith G. Miller, CITY CLERK r, t 013 I i Y i' I , €z€� i t i 1 t. 1 01 I.