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Home My WebLink About02-16-1999 Regular Meeting1 1 1 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY HALL ANNEX 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY February 16, 1999 7:00 P.M. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present Burt Bruns Tony Hernandez Richard Treverton Mayor Pro Tem Buzz Petsos Mayor Rocky Randels Others Present City Manager, Bennett Boucher City Attorney, Kohn Bennett City Clerk, Sandra Sims Public Works Director, Edward Gardulski Building Official, Dennis Franklin PROCLAMATIONS: <Tape 1, > Mayor Randels chose to defer presenting the proclamations on National Child Abuse Prevention and Fair Housing until the next scheduled City Council meeting. INTERVIEW: Craig Smith, Commercial Development Board Candidate Leo Nicholas, Beautification Board Candidate John Porter, Beautification Board Candidate CONSIDERATIONS: 1. <Tape 1, 678 > A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Bruns to approve the Reclaimed Water Agreement between the City of Cape Canaveral and the Canaveral Port Authority. Mr. Bruns clarified that the rate is the only outstanding issue and cannot be determined until the rate study by Burton & Associates is complete. The motion passed 5-0, with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 1 Cape Canaveral City Council Minutes February 16, 1999 Page 2 2. <Tape 1, 830 > Mayor Randels explained that the grant for an alternative fuel vehicle could not be for a replacement vehicle. Council concurred that more research should be done before pursuing the vehicle and fueling station. The Alternative Fuel Grant Application failed for lack of a motion. 3. <Tape 1,1643 > A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Petsos to approve the Mowing Contract Renewal with Lawns by Scott, Inc., in the amount of $10,260.80. Public Works Director, Ed Gardulski reported that the cost is a very good value for the quality service Lawns by Scott has provided. Council concurred that the landscaping contract with Nick's should be extended to coincide with this contract to facilitate a comprehensive landscaping bid. The motion passed 5-0, with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For Mr. Bruns, For Mr. Hernandez, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For, and Mayor Randels, For. RESOLUTIONS: 4. <Tape 1, 2035 > Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 99 -03 by title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; APPOINTING TWO REGULAR MEMBERS TO THE BEAUTIFICATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Bruns to appoint John Porter and Leo Nicholas as regular members to the Beautification Board with terms to expire on November 1, 2001. The motion passed unanimously 5-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For Mr. Hernandez, For Mr. Treverton, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 5. <Tape 1, 2085 > Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 99 -04 by title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA; APPOINTING ONE ALTERNATE MEMBER TO THE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Bruns to appoint Craig Smith as an alternate member to the Commercial Development Board with a term to expire on June 1, 2001. The motion passed unanimously 5-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Hernandez, For Mr. Treverton, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 1 Cape Canaveral City Council Minutes February 16, 1999 Page 3 DISCUSSION: 6. <Tape 1, 2126 > Department of Community Affairs (DCA) comments on the Comprehensive Plan and response options. City Planner, Todd Peetz explained the DCA's questions on describing density and intensity. He reported that the DCA recommended a floor to area ratio without having to go to the City's code. He opined that the City could state, not to exceed a two to five ratio, with further definition in the City's Zoning Code. Mr. Peetz stated that he has prepared a letter for the Mayor's signature if Council concurs with his response. Council concurred to send the letter as prepared by Mr. Peetz. REPORTS: 7. <Tape 1, 2648 > City Manager — Bennett Boucher • Mr. Boucher reported that the Preservation 2000 grant cycle is due April 1, 1999, with $2.5 million eligible. Council concurred that the City pursue purchasing the oceanfront properties located north of Cherie Down Park and at Buchanan and Pierce. Leo Nicholas suggested that the City consider creating a greenway along the ditch, commonly called Canaveral Creek. John Porter suggested that the City pursue grants for greenways and parks beyond the Preservation 2000. He related that in five years, grant opportunities would likely be unavailable. • Mr. Boucher reported that the City Attorney would help him draft a letter to the property owners along Holman Road regarding the deed of record. • Mr. Boucher reported that Planning and Zoning Technician, Steve Bapp has prepared the C -2 pamphlets for distribution and can be reviewed before they are dispensed. Audience No report. City Clerk — Sandra Sims No report. Cape Canaveral City Council Minutes February 16, 1999 Page 4 City Attorney — Kohn Bennett • Mr. Bennett reported that the City's liability attorney, Scott Pendley, would likely call a closed session to consider a settlement offer with Fairvilla. Council Member — Richard Treverton No report. Council Member — Burt Bruns No report. Council Member — Tony Hernandez • Mr. Hemandez requested that the engineer's design details of the proposed City BallPark renovations are placed on the next agenda for consideration. • Mr. Hernandez reminded staff and Council not to lose sight of obtaining Investigative Fees due the City from the Sheriffs Department. • Mr. Hemandez suggested that the City consider a landscaping project on Rosalind along the school. Mayor Pro Tem — Buzz Petsos • Mr. Petsos queried about the sand fence permit status. Mr. Gardulski reported that he does not have a time frame thus far. • Mr. Petsos stated that the City should display on the City's marquee that the Bike Helmet Law was passed and is in effect. Mayor — Rocky Randels • Mayor Randels reported that the Charleston, South Carolina Mayor would be speaking at the Cocoa Village Playhouse on Wednesday, February 24, 1999 regarding methods of establishing an Arts Council. • Mayor Randels reported that he met with Florida Department of Transportation representative, Nancy Houston regarding the intersection of North Atlantic and Astronaut Boulevard. The Department will do an analysis. • Mayor Randels reported that Mayor Pro Tem Petsos has been appointed to the Florida Defense Alliance, Base Realignment Committee. He will be addressing the benefits of the military in Florida. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m. Sandra;Rdzar Sims, CITY CLERK Co Rocky Randels, MAYOR