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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-03-1999 Regular Meeting1 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 111 Polk Avenue, Cape Canaveral, Florida TUESDAY August 3,1999 7:00 P.M. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: Council Members Present: Council Member Hernandez Council Member Treverton Mayor Pro Tem Petsos Mayor Randels Council Members Absent: Council Member Bruns Others Present: Bennett Boucher, City Manager Kohn Bennett, City Attorney Susan Stills, Assistant City Clerk Dennis Franklin, C.B.O., Building Official Chief Dave Sargeant, CCVFD Beatrice McNeely, Planning & Zoning Chairperson PRESENTATION: <40 > City Council Member Pat Poole distributed literature on her topic, the Harbor City Ambulance Squad. The Harbor City Ambulance Squad has been in service since 1966. The squad was not aware that their contract would not be renewed. Ms. Poole reviewed the squad's service in funds versus expenditures. She stated that the Harbor City Ambulance Squad has been grossly under funded in a time of substantial growth in the County. Ms. Poole recounted the numerous instances of Harbor City's benefits to the County. Although the County Commission reported several reasons to discontinue the service, she stated that there are facts that disprove. Mayor Randels clarified for the audience that areas such as, the South Beach area, and the mainland south of Barnes Boulevard, are maintained by the Harbor City Ambulance Squad. Ms. Poole answered Mr. Hernandez' question that the same level of service will be maintained by the County if the Harbor City Squad is discontinued, however the service will cost three additional dollars. Ms. Poole 1 1 1 City of Cape Canaveral City Council Regular Meeting August 3, 1999 Page 2 affirmed Mr. Hernandez' question that she desires a Resolution from Cape Canaveral's Council in support of the Harbor City Ambulance Squad. Mayor Randels expressed his concern that the County Commission did not notify the cities affected by the loss. Mayor Randels solicited input from Chief Dave Sargeant. Chief Sargeant reiterated his concern with the County's Emergency Management Service funding issues. Chief Sargeant emphasized how the volunteers are essential in assisting the paid staff. Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 99 -17 by title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THE BREVARD COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO RECONSIDER THEIR VOTE TO TERMINATE THEIR CONTRACT WITH THE HARBOR CITY VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE SQUAD; AND PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos and seconded by Mr. Treverton to adopt Resolution No. 99 -17. The motion carried 4 -0, with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For, Mr. Hernandez, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. CONSIDERATIONS: 1. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos and seconded by Mr. Hernandez to approve the amended Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of July 20, 1999. Mr. Hernandez recommended striking "due to her lack of attendance" from page one, paragraph one regarding the Commercial Development Board member removal and Mr. Treverton requested a change on page five to reflect that he would give a report on City Hall, however not at the following Council meeting. The motion on the amended minutes passed 4-0, with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For Mr. Hernandez, For, Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. ORDINANCES — First Reading 2. <1530> Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 09 -99 by title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 34 -186, DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY REMOVED BY CITY, OF THE CODE OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 1 1 1 City of Cape Canaveral City Council Regular Meeting August 3, 1999 Page 3 A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to approve Ordinance No. 09 -99 for second reading. Attorney Bennett clarified that this is the disposition of property on private property. The property in question regards vehicles left on another person's property, for example at a condominium. Mr. Hernandez questioned inoperable vehicle at a residence. Attorney Bennett stated that the City could abate said vehicle as a nuisance, however, he is strictly speaking about abandoned vehicles. The ordinance was approved for second reading 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For Mr. Hernandez, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 3. <1866> Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 10 -99 by title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 22, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, OF THE CODE OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, BY PROVIDING FOR THE RENAMING OF THE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD TO THE BUSINESS AND CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos to approve Ordinance No. 10 -99 for second reading. Mr. Treverton expressed concern with the increased number of members. Mr. Larry Weber stated that the Board currently has four members with one alternate due to become a regular member. He noted that the Board's desire is to encourage more cultural events in the city. Mr. Weber related that the Board desires more members in order to undertake the additional cultural projects. Mr. Weber related that the Board requests nine regular members and no alternates. Attorney Bennett explained that a larger Board requires a larger quorum, and he did not recommend that Council concurs with a three - member quorum. Attorney Bennett explained further that a nine member Board required a quorum of five and three affirmative votes. The ordinance was approved for second reading 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Treverton, For Mr. Hernandez, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. 4. Mayor Randels read Ordinance No. 11 -99 by title: City of Cape Canaveral City Council Regular Meeting August 3, 1999 Page 4 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 74 -60, TRUCK PARKING, OF THE CODE OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE PROHIBITION OF TRUCK PARKING IN THE CITY EXCEPT IN DESIGNATED AREAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Treverton to approve Ordinance No. 11 -99 for second reading. The motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Hernandez, For Mr. Treverton, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. A motion was made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Treverton to amend Section 74 -60, Truck Parking, to read as follows: "It shall be unlawful fo any truck weighing 6,000 pounds or more to park anywhere within the City of Cape Canaveral for more then four (4) consecutive hours where so posted." The motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Hernandez, For Mr. Treverton, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For and Mayor Randels, For. Mayor Randels clarified that under the current ordinance, a truck weighing more than 6,000.pounds could not park anywhere within City limits for more . than four hours unless the property is designated as a transportation facility. Mr. Treverton related that 6,000 pounds might not adequately differentiate trucks. Attorney Bennett explained that the previous Building Official concluded on the 6,000 pound limit after thorough research. Mr. Hernandez queried if the current ordinance designates where these vehicles can park. Mayor Randels clarified that the current ordinance prohibits trucks from parking in undesignated areas for more than four hours. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos emphasized a proactive stance on this issue and not to create another enforcement instance. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos suggested that the City Attorney research posting at the City's entrance. Attorney Bennett amended Section 74-60, Truck Parking, striking the verbiage after the word "hours" and inserting "where so posted." RESOLUTIONS: 5. <3000> Mayor Randels read Resolution No. 99 -16 by title: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA OPPOSING ANY COST CUTTING METHODS AT NATIONAL LAUNCH RANGES THAT MAY COMPROMISE PUBLIC SAFETY; SUPPORTING THE RENTENTION OF AN UPGRADED RANGE SAFETY SYSTEM; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Petsos and seconded by Mr. Treverton to adopt Resolution No. 99 -16. 1 City of Cape Canaveral City Council Regular Meeting August 3, 1999 Page 5 Mayor Pro Tem Petsos expressed that retention of an upgraded range safety system is crucial to the security of the cities in the surrounding the space community. The motion carried 4-0 with voting as follows: Mr. Hernandez, For; Mr. Treverton, For Mayor Pro Tem Petsos, For; and Mayor Randels, For, DISCUSSION: 6. <3250> City Hall Mayor Randels clarified for the audience that Mr. Treverton's task is to research on the possibility of renovating the present City Hall facility. Mr. Treverton reported on alternative parking for staff adjacent to City Hall. He will report back to City Council at a future meeting with more information. REPORTS: 7. <3460> City Manager • Mr. Boucher reported a local concern in motor vehicle title loan transactions in which private businesses charge exorbitant fees for a loan. He request that the Board of County Commissioners address this issue countywide and that the Space Coast League of Cities create awareness for cities on this issue. • Due to the League of Cities dinner, the August 9th budget meeting has been cancelled. <Tape 2, 209> Audience • Mr. Nicholas concurred that the carpet store dumpster problem had been alleviated but not eliminated. • Mr. Weber recommended using the emergency light at Jackson Avenue as a standard traffic light. Mr. Randels stated that such a concept is under consideration. • A resident inquired if the Phase Ill Reuse contract has been awarded. Mr. Boucher responded that bids would be opened on August 9th. Mayor Randels confirmed for her that the trees were trimmed on Jackson Avenue • Ms. Kacee Corbin asked about•the status of the Planning Solutions Incorporated proposal. Mr. Boucher reported that the company is working on Phases land II of the tasks. City of Cape Canaveral City Council Regular Meeting August 3, 1999 Page 6 City Clerk • Ms. Stills reported the cost of legal ad publication as well as the cost of postal charges for sending certified notices to the adjacent property owners affected by the C -2 zoning district ordinance. Council concurred to perform both forms of notification. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos queried about the Blarney Inc. agreement and the necessity to post notice regarding adoption of the C -2 zoning map. Council withdrew public notices on the ordinance at this time. City Attorney • Recommended a closed session regarding Blarney 67 and the Fairvilla settlement. Council concurred. Council Member Hernandez No report. Mayor Pro Tem Petsos • Mayor Pro Tem Petsos announced that October 23rd is National Make Difference Day. He noted the need assistance from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection with Sea Turtle marking before attempting a send fence project. • Mr. Petsos also reported on Civility Week, sponsored by the Interfaith Alliance. Civility Week is based on kindness toward your neighbor. More information will be forthcoming. Mayor Randels • Mayor Randels reported that Mayor Pro Tem Petsos greeted the new Disney Wonder Cruise ship. • Mayor Randels reported that he spoke with Principal Joy Salamone regarding the need for School Crossing Guards. • Mayor Randels queried about the 22 signs within a six block area for reclaimed water stating that this is too many signs. • Mayor Randels reported on a Florida Today article regarding future development in Avon -by- the -Sea. • Mayor Randels reported on the lower cost School Resource Officer contract due to a reduced actual number of students from Cape Canaveral. • Mayor Randels expressed concern that Washingtonian trees were topped. • Mayor Randels queried why trees are not being planted during the wet season. • Mayor Randels announced that Northwinds Ministries would provide computer training. City of Cape Canaveral City Council Regular Meeting August 3, 1999 Page 7 • Mayor Randels reported on alternative fuel vehicles. • Mayor Randels announced that the Department of Transportation has approved new florescent green school crossing signs. • Mayor Randels queried if the City's sign ordinance approved walking signs. There being no further business the meeting adjoumed at 9:00 P.M. 1 Swan tills, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK 1 1 Rocky Randels, MAYOR