HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-02-1999 Regular Meeting1
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY HALL ANNEX
111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida
TUESDAY
February 2, 1999
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL:
Council Members Present
Richard Treverton
UYt Brans
Mayer. Pro Tem Buzz Petsos
Mayor Rocky Raa e1
City Mana,gA r, `Bpnn.tt B.
City Attorney, Kohn. B nett
City Clerk, Sandra Si
City Treasurer, .Aridr a dowers
MINUTES
Others Present
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CONSIDERATIONS:
Council Members Absent
Tony Hernandez
Public Wctks Director, Edward Gardulski
Building Official, Dennis Franklin
Code Enforcement Officer, Greg Mullins
Planning & Zoning Technician, SteveBapp
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1. <Tape 1, 123> A moti n was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Treverton to
approve the Coun e Emergency Services Mutual Assistance Agreement.
Fire Chief, David S = geant explained that there is already countywide mutual aid, this
agreement simply ..akes it formal. The countywide agreement also does net conflict
with the statewide mutual agreement.
The motion passed 4 -0 with voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Treverton, For;
Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For.
RESOLUTIONS:
2. <Tape 1, 352> Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 99- 02 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING
DEEP -WELL INJECTION OF POTABLE WATER BY- PRODUCT.
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Mayor Randels explained that the City of Melbourne requested members of the Space
Coast League of Cities to support their efforts by sending a resolution to the St. Johns
River Water Management District. The resolution supports their objective to employ
deep -water injection of treated wastewater. Council Member, Burt Bruns queried,
why would we support this?
Public Works Director, Ed Gardulski made a presentation of the impact deep -well
injection has on the aquifer. He demonstrated that deep -well injection could in some
circumstances promote salt intrusion into the aquifer.
Mayor Pro Tem Petsos related that the resolution is being presented as a courtesy to
the City of Melbourne for their efforts to make their discharge more environmentally
safe. Further, as a lobbying member of the Space Coast League of Cities, we are not
required to delve into the technical methods.
The resolution was approved 3 -1 with voting as follows: The motion passed 4 -0 with
voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Treverton, Against; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos,
For; and Mayor Randels, For.
DISCUSSION:
3. <Tape 1, 953> Sign Ordinance
Mayor Randels explained that this sign ordinance is the original proposed by the
previous building official for the purpose of clarifying and defining elements that have
caused confusion. This ordinance does not address sign size; a separate ordinance will
incorporate those related issues. Council concurred that this ordinance will help staff
while waiting for size and height change considerations.
Mr. Bill Mays, Call One, representing the 237 person Cape Canaveral Business
Committee related that a consensus of 18 conversations were in favor of the ordinance
and new definitions. He related that there were questions remaining on animated
flashing signs and electronic message boards. He stated that the respondents liked the
Collier County ordinance.
Council concurred that the City Attorney should clarify the animated flashing sign
portion and the multi -tenant definition for future review.
4. <Tape 2, 2661> C -2 Zoning District
Lamar Russell, Planning and Zoning Board Member explained that the C -2 district
allows existing business owners to continue and provides for additional commercial
uses. Mr. Russell stated that a more generous business environment should be
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developed. He further suggested that the City administratively rezone the proposed area
rather than having each property make the request because it could create spot zoning.
Mr. Bruns queried, if the City rezones the proposed district, does it preclude an owner
coming to the City for uses currently allowed?
City Attorney, Kohn Bennett responded that:
• C -1 uses that will not carry forward into C -2 are hotels and motels; and commercial
recreation facilities.
• Current M -1 uses that will not carry forward into C -2 are warehouses; paint and
body shops; vehicle repair shops; and adult entertainment.
Mr. Bennett advised that adult entertainment should be included in C -2 because it is
in the Comprehensive Plan.
5. <Tape 2, 1000> Tentative Agreement with the Canaveral Port Authority for
Reclaimed Water.
Council concurred to place the Tentative Agreement on the next agenda for approval.
REPORTS:
6. <Tape 2, 1555> City Manager — Bennett Boucher
• Mr. Boucher reported that the Florida Department of Transportation is working with
staff to prepare a beautification plan for A1A. Steve Bapp, Planning and Zoning
Technician is doing the GIS work.
• Mr. Boucher reported that staff has submitted evaluations of the City Engineers,
Stottler Starmer & Associates performance for the past year and will be distributed.
• Mr. Boucher reported that the City will conduct Human Resources seminars
during April and May through the Institute of Government.
AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD:
None.
REPORTS CONTINUED:
City Clerk — Sandra Sims
No report.
City Attorney — Kohn Bennett
No report.
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Council Member — Richard Treverton
• Mr. Treverton reported that two oceanfront properties are for sale that could
be ideal parks for the City to pursue P2000 grants. The property north of
Cherie Down Park is currently under contract for $849,000 and the
Buchanan/Pierce property is set at $2.4 million.
Council Member — Burt Bruns
No report.
Mayor Pro Tem — Buzz Petsos
• Mr. Petsos reminded Council of the Monday night Space Coast League of Cities
meeting in Rockledge.
Mayor — Rocky Randels
• Mayor Randels reminded Council that there are no grants in the works now.
• Mayor Randels reported that the USS Porter will be commissioned at Port Canaveral
on March 20, 1999.
• Mayor Randels reminded Council that the next volunteer project is scheduled for
February 20, 1999 in front of the former Rich's Restaurant.
• Mayor Randels reported that Community Policing will target June to eliminate
vagrants from the City.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
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Rocky Randels, MAYOR