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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-18-1995 Regular Meetingr CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING April 18, 1995 A Regular Meeting of the Cape Canaveral City Council was held on April 18, 1995, at the City Hall Annex, 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida. The meeting was called to order at 7 :00 P.M. by Mayor Porter. ROLL CALL: Mayor John Porter Present Mayor Pro Tem Rocky Randels Present Councilmember Arthur Berger Present Councilmember Leo Nicholas Present Councilmember Buzz Petsos Present City Manager Bennett Boucher Present City Attorney Kohn Bennett Present City Clerk Sandra Sims Present City Treasurer Deborah Haggerty Present PROCLAMATIONS: 1. Oncology Nursing Day - April 26. 1995 . Mayor pro tem Randels read and presented the proclamation to Ms. Diana Moriarity, representative of the Florida Space Coast Chapter of the Oncology Nursing Society. The City Council commended oncology nurses who work with cancer patients and their families. ADOPTION OF MINUTES: 1. Workshop and Regular City Council Meeting of April 4, 1995. Motion was made by Mr. Randels, and seconded by Mr. Berger to approve the minutes of the Workshop and Regular City Council Meetings of April 4, 1995, as presented. Motion carried with members voting as follows: Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; Mayor Pro Tem Randels, For;. Mayor Porter commended Acting Deputy Clerk, Susan Stills for the thorough transcription of discussions during the workshop meetings. He suggested that Council Members retain copies for reference during budget discussions. r NEW BUSINESS: 1. Ordinance No. 08 -95. for first reading. Mayor Porter read the ordinance by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78, UTILITIES, ARTICLE IV,RECLAIMED WATER; OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL CODE OF ORDINANCES BY PROVIDING A DEFINITION SECTION; RENUMBERING THE PRESENT SECTION; ESTABLISHING A CROSS - CONNECTION CONTROL SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR UNAUTHORIZED USE; AND PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF CHAPTER 62 -610, OF THE FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion was made by Councilmember Nicholas, seconded by Councilmember Randels and carried to approve Ordinance No. 08 -95 at first reading with voting as follows: Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; Councilmember Randels, For. 2. Resolution No. 95 -13. "Tentative" Award of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project to the Low Bidder. Wharton - Smith, Inc.. Mayor Porter read the Resolution by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING OF THE 'TENTATIVE BID AWARD FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO WHARTON- SMITH, INC. PURSUANT TO THE FLORIDA REVOLVING LOAN FUND PROGRAM, SUBJECT TO REGULATORY APPROVAL, AND PROVIDING FOR SUBSEQUENT EXECUTION OF THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS BY THE MAYOR; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion was made by Councilmember Randels and seconded by Councilmember Nicholas for "tentative" approval of Resolution No. 95 -13. City Attorney, Kohn Bennett explained that an amendment must be made on the second line from the bottom of the first page changing "by" to "upon" for clarification that the award is "tentative" until the listed conditions are satisfied. Motion was made by Councilmember Randels, seconded by Councilmember Berger and carried to include the amendment of changing "by" to "upon" with voting as follows: Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; and Councilmember Randels, For. Motion carried on the main motion with members voting as follows: Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; and Councilmember Randels, For. r City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting April 18, 1995 Page 3 3. Resolution No. 95 -14, Brevard County Library Expansion Mayor Porter read the Resolution by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; SUPPORTING THE BREVARD COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM EXPANSION PROJECTS IN BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA. Motion by Councilmember Randels, seconded by Councilmember Nicholas and carried to adopt Resolution No. 95 -14. Following discussion, motion was made by Councilmember Nicholas, seconded by Councilmember Petsos to table the resolution until May 23, 1995, with voting as follows: Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; and Councilmember Randels, For. 4. Rescission of SBA Tree Planting Award - Singh's Turf and Transport Motion by Councilmember Berger, seconded by Councilmember Petsos and carried to rescind the SBA Tree Planting Award from Singh's Turf and Transport for lack of response, with voting as follows: Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; and Councilmember Randels, For. 5. SBA Tree Planting Project - Procurement and Planting Award Motion by Councilmember Petsos, seconded by Councilmember Nicholas and carried to award the procurement and planting portions of the SBA Tree Planting Project to B -G Irrigation and Landscape Design of Melbourne for 36,535 trees, with voting as follows: Councilperson Berger, For; Councilperson Nicholas, For; Councilperson Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; and Councilperson Randels, For. 6. Quarterly Treasurer's Report and Budget Transfers Motion by Councilmember Randels, seconded by Councilmember Petsos and carried to approve the Quarterly Treasurer's Report and Budget Transfers as presented. i City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting April 18, 1995 Page 4 7. Audit Services, Request for Proposals. Following extensive discussion regarding the complete satisfaction of the current auditors' performance versus the issue that it has been numerous years since other firms have been considered, motion was made by Councilmember Nicholas, seconded by Councilmember Berger and carried to submit a Request for Proposal for Audit Services for fiscal year 1994 -1995, with a renewal option for two subsequent years; the City Council will serve as the Audit Committee to interview and select; with voting as follows: Councilmember Berger, For; Councilmember Nicholas, For; Councilmember Petsos, For; Mayor Porter, For; and Councilmember Randels, For. 8. March Activity Reports Mayor Porter stated that he enjoyed Lt. Salvo's write up. Councilmember Nicholas commented that the Building Department's activity report was not submitted. City Manager's Report. 1. Mr. Boucher reported that Time Warner will be increasing cable rates next month. 2. Mr. Boucher reported that the Sheriffs Department is proposing to charge the City $5.87 per 911 call dispatched. Port Canaveral, West Melbourne and Melbourne Village are also proposed to pay these fees. There was extensive discussion regarding whether the proposed charge is being considered and offset by the amount we are already paying; is the charged passed to everyone with Sheriff's department contracts; and the legal basis of the proposed charge. Council consensus is in opposition of the proposed charge. Audience to be Heard Dennis Thompson, East Merritt Island Mr. Thompson presented an overview of health care in municipalities. He related that it is an extremely competitive time in the insurance industry which is an advantage to the market place. Current industry focus is on reducing the cost of health insurance coverage while delivering optimum health care benefits. He further related that the County saved 1.5 million dollars through their latest insurance decision. Therefore, the City is likely to receive good news upon choosing the insurance award among the recently received bids. r City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting April 18, 1995 Page 5 City Clerk Ms. Sims related that in keeping with the Clerk's office commitment to being customer - friendly and service oriented, the office furniture has been rearranged to promote approachability. City Attorney No report. Councilperson Randels 1. Mr. Randels reported that 33 people turned out in the rain to support the Trash Bash on Saturday, April 1, 1995 to pick up trash on Cape Canaveral's streets 2. Mr. Randels reported that he attended the Windjammer Condo Association meeting and had to deliver the unfortunate news that they are not getting the sand which was anticipated. The Mayor interjected that we should be assertive in trying to obtain sand next year. 3. Mr. Randels reported that he will attend and environmental conference sponsored by the FDOT at no expense to the City. The agenda includes workshops on scenic highways, roadside management, traffic needs for environmental studies, planning studies affecting the project development highway design. These are issues which will be very important in the upcoming A1A project. The Mayor suggested Mr. Randels share his literature and information obtained with the City Engineer. 4. Mr. Randels reported that the he represented the City at the Mayor's request at the Cocoa Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau meeting. He related that membership in this organization is $150 annually and that he believes it is worthwhile to participate. Council consensus was to approve membership. 5. Mr. Randels reported that he attended a George Washington University televideo program on "Reinventing Government a Year Later." He related that Florida Power paid the $30 required for any official wishing to attend. He distributed an article on government which works better and costs less. 6. Mr. Randels reported that he went to Tallahassee representing the County Library Board. He related that the Secretary of State has requested 28 million dollars of State funds to be allocated to the County Library systems. After speaking to each legislator, it appears that Brevard County will receive $1,020,106 of that. r City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting April 18, 1995 Page 6 7. Mr. Randels reported that all City Board and Committee Members used to receive thank you and notices of status changes. 8. Mr. Randels reminded Council that agenda item backup materials are to be retained from Thursday workshop meetings for use at the Tuesday Regular Meeting. 9. Mr. Randels reported that he had information available for the Tourist Development Grant. City Manager Boucher related that the documents have already been received. Councilperson Petsos No report. Councilperson Nicholas No report. Councilperson Berger 1. Mr. Berger queried about the status of seating rates in restaurants, specifically in response to the owner of Giselle's. City Manager Boucher related that a study quote is being obtained and will take some time. Mr. Berger responded that a rate comparison is sufficient, not a full- fledged study. A comparison of this type restaurant as it is handled in other cities would be effective, possibly based on anticipated water usage. Mr. Nicholas suggested that there is an option of financing the impact fee. Mr. Berger further clarified that the dilemma is determining the appropriate seating capacity in order to commit to a square footage in her lease. Staff is to report back with the comparison of what constitutes a restaurant, analyzed by seating capacity and anticipated water consumption. 2. Mr. Berger queried about burglar alarm system annual fees ($15) justification. What is the impact when we charge for false -alarm calls. City Treasurer Haggerty explained that the fee is an administrative charge for registering all alarm systems. Discussion ensued that fire alarm calls are not the same as burglar alarm calls. Mr. Berger further queried about the purpose of maintaining those records. Staff will report back on the issue. Council recognized Ms. Jean Porter, the Mayor's mother and Ms. Connie Mclellan, a family friend from Boston who were present. I I City of Cape Canaveral, Florida City Council Regular Meeting April 18, 1995 Page 7 Mayor Porter 1. Mayor Porter reported that the City /Cape Canaveral Volunteer Corps will be painting the dugouts and buildings at the City's ball park on Saturday, urging everyone to come participate. 2. Mayor Porter reported that thanks to Buzz Petsos and Sigfried Christman, the YMCA will be offering after school programs for kids and will be working with school principals and Nancy. This is a tremendous positive step in addressing youth issues. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:23 P.M. Approved this 2nd day of May, 1995. ATTEST: Sandr rms, CITY: CLERK