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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-03-1998 Regular Meeting1 1 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY HALL ANNEX 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY March 3, 1998 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: PRESENTATION: MINUTES Council Members Present Mayor Rocky Randels Mayor Pro Tem Buzz Petsos Burt Bruns Tony Hernandez Joy Salamone Others Present City Manager, Bennett Boucher City Attorney, Kohn Bennett Deputy City Clerk, Susan Stills Public Works Director, Edward Gardulski (Tape 1, 80) Mayor Randels read a letter of appreciation to Harry Ernst, resigning Library Board member, for his dedicated service on the Board. INTERVIEW: (Tape 1, 104) Mayor Randels stated that Ms. Lynn McBriant would not be interviewed at this meeting. City Attorney, Kohn Bennett, interviewed Ms. Beverly Walden, Commercial Development Board applicant. Ms. Walden responded to the City Attorney's questions. Ms. Walden resides at 555 Fillmove Avenue and has been a resident for more than twelve months. City Attorney Bennett and Council members expressed favor with her qualifications for the Board. Council Member Petsos queried her reason for City volunteer involvement. Ms. Walden explained she now had time for civic pursuits. Mr. Hernandez asked for clarification on how she heard about the vacancy. Ms. Walden said that she read about it on the City Hall bulletin board. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 2 CONSIDERATIONS: 1. (Tape 1, 352) A motion was made by Ms. Salamone and seconded by Mr. Bruns to approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of February 3,1998 as presented. The motion passed 5-0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For, Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Hernandez, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 2. (lapel, 400) A motion was made by Mr. Bruns and seconded by Mr. Hernandez to approve the Lifeguard Service Agreement with Brevard County in the amount of $7,680. Mr. Randels reported that funds have been budgeted for lifeguard services. Mr. John Gonroff, a resident, asked where the city planned to post lifeguards. Mr. Randels stated that lifeguards would be posted at Tyler Avenue, Cherie Down Park and farther north, near Jetty Parr with one roving lifeguard to patrol the beach. Mr. Petsos queried if there were two roving lifeguards last year. He recommended that staff research the number of roving lifeguards used last year. 3. (rape 1, 534) A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Bruns to approve Bid No. 97 -06, Mowing Service for the Water Reclamation Facility and Lift Stations in the amount of $7,489 including ten-lift station in the amount of $2,200. Mr. Hernandez expressed concern that the Lawns by Scott bid was significantly lower than the other bids submitted. Mr. Scott Montagna, of Lawns by Scott, stated that he bid competitively low to acquire the job. Mr. Randels noted that no cost breakdown was submitted by Nick's Lawn Service or Roy Kleen and transportation may have not been computed in their cost. The motion passed 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 4. (Tape 1, 792) A motion was made by Mr. Bruns and seconded by Mr. Hernandez to approve the Construction Trailer Permit Extension for AJT, 8910 Astronaut Boulevard. The motion passed 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Hernandez, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 5. (Tape 1, 835) A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Bruns to appoint an Alternate Member to the Planning & Zoning Board inserting the name Andrea Shea - King. The motion passed 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 6. (Tape 1, 879) A motion was made by Mr. Bruns and seconded by Mr. Petsos to appoint Two Members to the Community Appearance Board, with terms expiring May 1, 2001 and May 1, 2002 inserting the names Walter Bowman and Cynthia Griffin. Attorney Bennett advised Council that Mr. Bowman had not submitted his resignation at the time of this meeting. Because the Community Appearance Board is quasi-judicial in nature, his name should be omitted from nomination until he resigns from the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals. Mr. Bruns reworded his motion to insert the name of Cynthia Griffin only as a Community Appearance Board member with a term to expire May 1, 2001. The motion passed 5 -0, with 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 3 voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. ORDINANCES — SECOND READING: 7. (Tapei,1024) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 03 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE II, BUILDING CODE, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Bruns to Adopt Ordinance No. 03 -98 at second reading. There was no public comment. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Hernandez, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For, and Mayor Randels, For. 8. (Tape 1, 1180) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 04 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE VI, PLUMBING CODE, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY AMENDING SEC. 82- 148, AMENDMENTS; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Hernandez to Adopt Ordinance No. 04 -98, at second reading. Mayor Randels queried the section outlining the Deputy Building Official qualifications. Mr. Moran explained that this was not in the City Code and the City Code should follow what is required by the State. Mayor Randels also queried why certain portions of the Building Official's qualifications were omitted. Attorney Bennett explained that the City was less restrictive and that the language was moving toward more definitive terms. There was no public comment. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 9. (Tapel,1306) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 05 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE VII, GAS CODE, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE STANDARD GAS CODE WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 4 A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Bruns to Adopt Ordinance No. 05 -98, at second reading. There was no public comment. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 10. (Tape 1, 1372) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 06 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE VII, MECHANICAL CODE, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Bruns to Adopt Ordinance No. 06 -98, at second reading. There was no public comment. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 11. (Tape 1,1409) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 07 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE IX, SOLAR ENERGY STANDARDS, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY AMENDING SECTION 82 -223, COMPLIANCE WITH BUILDING CODE; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Adopt Ordinance No. 07 -98, at second reading. There was no public comment. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 12. (rape 1, 1447) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 08 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE X, SWIMMING POOL CODE, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE STANDARD SWIMMING POOL CODE; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Petsos to adopt Ordinance No. 08 -98, at second reading. There was no public comment. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 13. (Tape 1, 1570) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 09 -98 by title. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 5 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE XI, HOUSING CODE, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE STANDARD HOUSING CODE; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN FYH CT1VE DATE. A motion by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Petsos to Adopt Ordinance No. 09 -98, at second reading. There was no public comment. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For, Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 14. (Tape 1, 1615) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 10 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 82, ARTICLE XIII, THRESHOLD BUILDINGS, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY ADOPTING CHAPTER 553, FLORIDA STATUTES. BY REFERENCE AND DELETING SECTION 82 -322 THROUGH 83 -346; REPEALING ALL PORTIONS OF THE CODE IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion by Mr. Petsos and seconded by Mr. Bruns to Adopt Ordinance No. 10-98, at second reading. Mayor Randels queried the Building Official if there were any pertinent information on this Ordinance. Mr. Moran explained that adopting these statutes removes duplication from the City Code of Ordinances. Mr. GonrofTasked for a definition of threshold buildings. Mr. Moran stated that a threshold building is a building that requires a special building inspector, it is greater than three stories or 50 -feet in height, it has an assembly occupancy classification of over 5, 000 square feet in area and an occupancy content of over 500 people. Mr. Moran explained further that a threshold building for structural inspection, in addition to a Building Department inspection, has on on-site inspection from an architect or engineer. The ordinance was adopted 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING: 15. (Tape1, 1689) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 02 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 78, ARTICLE IV, RECLAIMED WATER, BY AMENDING SECTION 78 -176, DEFINITIONS, AND SECTION 78 -177, CONNECTION TO THE SYSTEM AND ADDING SECTION 78 -181, RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE, OF THE CODE OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 6 A motion was made by Mayor Randels and seconded by Mr. Petsos to approve Ordinance No. 02 -98 for second reading. Mayor Randels asked Mr. Boucher to clarify the ordinance's intent. Mr. Boucher explained that staffs intent was to define language in the ordinance that would not require mandatory reclaimed water service connection within 100 feet of a water main. Mr. Boucher noted two additional definitions that include Hose Bibs and Service Lines. A service line is defined as a conduit to convey reclaimed water to the applicant's property line. Mr. Petsos asked if a Hose Bib is a special connection. Mr. Gardulski displayed a sample Hose Bib and said that it can be connected to a garden hose through an underground box. Attorney Bennett stated at this time that Ordinance No. 02 -98 was tabled at a previous meeting and that the ordinance in discussion was a new ordinance. He recommended that the City Clerk assign the next sequential number to the ordinance in discussion at this meeting. There was no public comment. For the record, a motion was made by Mayor Randels and seconded by Mr. Petsos to approve Ordinance No. 15 -98, or the assigned number, for second reading. There was no public comment. The motion passed 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For, Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Hernandez, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For, and Mayor Randels, For. 16. (Tape 1, 2214) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 13 -98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CODE DEFINITIONS, AT BREAST HEHEIGHT (DBH); PROVIDING NFOR SEVERABILITY; DEFINITION FOR DIAMETER FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Bruns and seconded by Mr. Petsos to approve Ordinance No. 13- 98, for second reading. Mayor Randels stated that the Planning and Zoning Board recommended that the definition for tree measurements in new development be changed to four and one -half feet above natural and finished grade. Mayor Randels asked Mr. Moran to explain development or finished grade. Mr. Moran distributed a list of definitions and stated that development grade is not a defined term. He stated that staff referred to the Standard Excavation Code published by Standard Building Code Congress International for relative definitions. Mr. Moran explained that tree measurements would begin from the sod or fill area at completion of planting. There was no public comment. The motion passed 5 -0, with voting as follows: Ms. Salamone, For; Mr. Bruns, For; Mr. Hernandez, For; Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For. 17. (Tape 1, 2394) Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 14-98 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 110, SECTION 110- 567(b), BY AMENDING THE RELATIVE TREE POINT VALUES FOR LANDSCAPING PURPOSES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 7 A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr: Petsos to approve Ordinance No. 14 -98, for second reading. Mayor Randels explained that the Planning and Zoning Board als recommended this ordinance to increase tree point value from two inches to three inches. also Mayor Randels noted that the Planning and Zoning Board and Beautification Board recommended that non - native trees not be given point credit toward the total value due to their lack of longevity. Mayor Randels stated that he serves on the State of Florida Urban Forestry that is planning a tree grading system. Since the City did not institute this, he would like to include a proponent for grading in the ordinance. d A motion was made by Mayor Randels and seconded by Mr. Hernandez to amend Ordinan No. 14 -98 to include a Paragraph (c) under Section One, to read "All trees selected shall be ce choice or better quality." Mr. Petsos queried if choice or better is determinable by the Bui dg in f Department. Attomey Bennett stated that if the ordinance makes a reference; there must definition. Attorney Bennett recommended to Council to be a until staff could provide the needed definitions. p stpone discussion on the ordinance A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Bruns to postpone Ordinance No. 14-98 for first reading until the next scheduled City Council meeting. DISCUSSION: 18. (Tape 1, 2831) Mayor Randels explained that this item, proposed by City meeting with the Canaveral Port Authority. �' Manager Boucher, is a is willing to meet. Mr. Petsos was concerned with issues that need queried if the to be addressed b he Po Commission, such as the Sewer Franchise agreement and day labor hires. Ms. Salamone rt recommended that staff outline issues to be addressed at a meeting with the Port Commission instead of receiving a project status report from the Port staff. Mayor Randels instructed that Council provides the City Manager an outline of issues before he meets with the Port director. 19. (Tape 1, 3241) Mr. Tim Fadul, General Council with a services proposal. Mr. Fadul ewwed Waste from the draft addressed including number of customers serviced, dumpsters, dumpsters without enclosures and enclosures the without gates. Mr. Fadul stated that some consideration should be given to a standard enclosure size. Mayor Randels explained to the audience that this review came about due to the visible portion on the currently used three -sided enclosures. Mr. Bruns queried if a minimum enclosure size was necessary. Mr. Fadul affirmed and stated the standard as 12-feet wide, 6 -feet high, and depending on the size of the dumpsters, 8 or 10 -feet in depth, preferably Mr. Petsos stated that the intent ofpast City Council was to provide a three-sided y enclosure, but these were not built to accommodate various size dumpsters. stated that the Beautification Board proposed the three - sided enclosure to remedy aesthetics around the dumpsters used at the time of that proposal. Mr. Bruns questioned if the proposed enclosure could acconunodate any container in the City. Mr. Fadul affirmed, excluding roll - off containers. g Ms. Salamone queried if building enclosures would apply to existing dumpsters. Mayor Randels responded that this would apply to new enclosures. Ms. Salamone questioned if USA City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 8 Waste would replace an existing enclosure with a larger one if it were damaged. Mr. Fadul expressed that liability would rest with USA Waste and said that the company would also assist customers if that customer built an enclosure too small. Mr. Bruns queried the number of necessary enclosures. The number totaled sixty -two needed enclosures, fifteeen rebuilt and forty-seven new enclosures. Mr. Boucher stated that $2.25 is the per pick-up rate for each dumpster that totals to $234 per year. Mr. Petsos referenced the Planning and Zoning minutes of February 1 1th that said USA Waste would not charge customers for this added service. Mr. Fadul responded that at prior Council meetings the service was discussed as an added service to current customers, however, if a larger number of customers were included at a later time then the service would incur a charge. Mayor Randels queried if there were a charge when the gate is opened by condominium maintenance and if condominiums not visible to the street needed enclosures. Mr. Fadul responded that condominiums that were not visible were not factored into the proposal statistics. Mr. Fadul distributed a sample of a service pick-up rate from Brevard County. Mr. Fadul explained that the service pick-up cost is based on the opening and closing enclosure gates. Mr. Nicholas expressed that businesses without enclosures would not pay due to the service rate charge for opening and closing the gates. He stated that the cost for opening and closing the gates should be added to the base cost for all residents since aesthetics affects all of Cape Canaveral. Mr. Petsos stated that this is a commercial not residential issue. Discussion followed on the service rate for opening and closing the enclosure gates. Mayor Randels read from the proposal that USA Waste would assist customers with an amortized financial payment plan. Mr. Boucher stated that if a standard would be adopted then gates were needed immediately for enclosures without gates. He also stated that the major factors are time and cost for building complete enclosures. Mayor Randels requested a definitive cost from Mr. Fadul to build the enclosures. 20. (rape 2,1124) Mayor Randels addressed the item of proposed amendments to the Sign ordinance. Mr. Hernandez clarified that the codes under consideration were for housekeeping purposes. Mr. Moran explained that the City has a current sign ordinance, however it is vague. He stated that the proposed amendments are for clarification. He noted only two changes to the ordinance: 1) removing the allowance for a roof sign, and 2) roof signs that withstand 110 mile per hour winds. Mr. Moran stated that he also proposed further changes such as building art, accent lighting such as neon and neon signs and window signs. Ms. Salamone commented that she was unaware that Council would be discussing the Sign ordinance at this meeting. Mr. Petsos noted that the proposed changes would need further discussion. By consensus, council decided to Workshop discussion on the Sign ordinance on Thursday, March 12th at 5 P.M. REPORTS: City Manager — Bennett Boucher • Little League Grand Opening, Saturday, March 7Ih at 10 A.M. at Jackson and Orange Avenue. City Council is invited. • Mr. Boucher commended Mr. Gardulski on $100,000 in Reuse Grant Funds. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 9 • Mr. Boucher reported he would meet with Department of Transporation on the A1A sidewalk issue. • Mr. Boucher reported that the City Gas survey was distributed. • Mr. Boucher reported that Ed Gardulski submitted the estimated cost for the Oak Lane Project as a little over $10,000 and that Mayor Randels found La Cantina restaurant interested in the project. • Mr. Boucher commended Mr. Moran and staff on resolution of the Applegate situation. • Mr. Boucher asked for feedback on the E-mail system. Mr. Bruns noted his needs to convert to higher software version for compatibility. • Mr. Boucher reported that the contractor for the Sand Project met with Public Works staff on the ingress and egress to the beach. Mr. Gardulski said that a letter was drafted granting permission to use the City's access. • Mr. Boucher reported that the roofmg job has begun. AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD: Leo Nicholas • Mr. Nicholas commented that monthly Public Meeting Schedules were not available in the Annex. • Mr. Nicholas queried if tickets dispensed by the Sheriff's Office when not within City limits was tracked in order for the City to receive funds. • Mr. Nicholas questioned the status of towing and storing abandoned vehicles. By consensus, Council agreed to find a secure area to store abandoned vehicles. • Mr. Nicholas presented Mayor Randels with a plaque for his participation in judging the Annual Patriotic Essay contest. City Clerk — Sandra Sims • Deputy City Clerk, Susan Stills, reminded City Council of the Annual Board Member Appreciation Banquet to be held on Saturday, March 14t. • Ms. Stills announced the Space Coast League of Cities dinner on Monday, March 9a`. City Attorney — Kohn Bennett • City Attorney Bennett reported an unfunded mandate regarding "Municipal Stormwater Systems Act" proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency. This mandate is for all cities within less than 100,000 in population located within an urbanized area of at least 50,000. The mandate will direct the City to pass a new Stormwater Management Program. Mayor Pro Tem — Buzz Petsos • Mr. Petsos queried if the sewer line from the Port to Cocoa Beach would be backfilled along streets in Cape Canaveral. • Mr. Petsos commented that the company constructing the sewer line was using City lots for parking. Mr. Boucher responded that restoration would be completed before the job was signed off. Staff would address the company regarding truck parking. City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 10 • Mr. Petsos announced the Pancake Breakfast at Cape View Elementary on Saturday, March 20a`. • Mr. Petsos noted that Cape Canaveral was fortunate in its volunteer participation in comparison to other cities that are advertising for volunteers. • Mr. Petsos reported the Annual Trash Bash on April 20` and he would like the City to sponsor a picnic afterwards. Council Member — Tony Hernandez • Mr. Hernandez queried the cost of investigations. Mr. Boucher responded that he would review with the City Treasurer. • Mr. Hernandez questioned the car for sale on the empty lot north of Jungle Village. Mr. Moran stated that the Building Department would address this issue. • Mr. Hernandez asked for results on the meeting with the Code Enforcement officer and Race Track service station regarding lighting. Mr. Moran reported that Race Track agreed to reduce the wattage. Council Member — Burt Bruns • Mr. Bruns questioned the status of Long Point Park Attorney Bennett responded that the City was still in the settlement phase. • Mr. Bruns asked if the Fairvilla Sign would be removed. Mr. Moran reported that he was requesting bids from sign companies to remove the sign. • Mr. Bruns thanked all involved in resolving the Applegate issue. Council Member — Joy Salamone • Ms. Salamone reported that District Transportation would be removing Hazardous Courtesy buses that would affect all students on the West side of AlA. Ms. Salamone stated that the City needs a plan regarding the use of police and School Crossing Guards. Ms. Salamone voiced concern that there was no safe crossing as far south as Hidden Harbor. Mr. Hernandez commented on School Crossing Guard, Ms. McElroy's frustration at her post on A1A and Columbia without police assistance while the crossing light was inoperable. Mr. Petsos reported that the City is Number Eight on a list for a pedestrian walkway. He stated that Commissioner Randy O'Brien would present the City's case for a walkway at the Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting on March 9. Ms. Salamone stated that District's proposal would affect all schools in the county. Mayor — Rocky Randels • Mayor Randels reported on the reconnaissance study done to determine if a comprehensive study on long term beach renourishment were necessary. He stated that the cost/benefit ratio amounted to $2.18 for every dollar invested. He reported that the Planning Engineering and Design (PED) phase would allow the Corps of Engineers to start the project. In 1992, the estimated cost was $60 million to renourishment from the Port area south. He stated that the Federal share was 65 percent, State share was 26.3 percent, or 75 percent of the remainder of the 65 percent and the remaining cost is shared with the County. He noted the local share is 1 1 1 City of Cape Canaveral, Florida Regular City Council Meeting Minutes March 3, 1998 Page 11 $5.3 million and the beach improvement tax funded over $3 million. In 1998, the Federal share was reduced to 50 percent to beach renourishment, in which the state and would provide 25 percent. Mayor Randels stated that the Tourist Development Tax was insufficient to fund this project. • Mayor Randels reported on "Worm Rocks," a coral like worm that inhabits the rocks south of Satellite Beach that are a protected species and no sand can be deposited on the beaches where they inhabit. • Mayor Randels reported that a Certified Turtle Examiner must provide a report that no turtle inhabiting marks were found on the beach area where renourishment would occur. A motion was made by Ms. Salamone and seconded by Mr. Hernandez to adjourn the meeting at 10:05 P.M. Rocky Randels,YOR Susan Stills, DEPUTY CITY CLERK