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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20150601VAB AgendaOn OF SEBASTUkN HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND VETERANS ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2015,3:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1225 MAIN ST, SEBASTIAN, FL 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — February 2, 2015 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Improvements to Memorial Park — Expression of Appreciation to Parks Superintendent Chris McCarthy and Public Works Staff ii. VFW and American Legion Sewer Connection Update PUBLIC INPUT 8. NEW BUSINESS 9. STAFF MATTERS 10. COMMITTEE MEMBER MATTERS 11. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA 12. ADJOURN HEARING ASSISTANCE HEADPHONES AREA VAILABLE IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS FOR ALL GOVERNMENT MEETINGS. ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD. (286.0105 F.S.) IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT 589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THIS MEETING. OnOF SE_ ,?!AN HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND VETERANS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2015, 3:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1225 MAIN ST, SEBASTIAN, FL Chairman Newland called the veterans Advisory Committee to order at 3:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. ROLL CALL Present: Wayne Newland, Member of American Legion - Chairman Jerry Peeler, Commander of American Legion Barney Giordan, Alternate Member of American Legion Michael Heashe, Commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Char Kinlen, Representing Ladies Auxiliary Absent: Frank Cutrone, Member of VFW Alternate Member Representing VFW Also, Present: Joe Griffin, City Manager Jeanette Williams, Recording Secretary 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES December 1, 2014 Meeting MOTION by Mr. Giordan with a SECOND by Mr. Heashe to approve the December 1, 2014 meeting minutes passed. 5. OLD BUSINESS VFW and American Legion Sewer Connection Mr. Peeler reported he had received three engineering bids. The City Manager suggested that as they make a decision, bid invoices should be submitted to the City for reimbursement. The City Manager insisted that both of the posts have a contract in place with his signature before any money was exchanged. Veterans Advisory Committee February 2, 2015 Page Two Mr. Heashe asked if any leftover grant money could be used for the impact fee. The City Manager advised if that is the case, it would have to be taken to City Council. He also advised them to request a "turn -key number" from the bidders to see if they would exceed the grant amount, noting the transmittal to City Council awarding the $50,000 was to cover engineering, construction and permitting only. Siqn on Sebastian Boulevard Chairman Newland asked for a new eastbound sign on Sebastian Boulevard indicating the location of the posts. 6. NEW BUSINESS Chairman Newland requested that the City Council adopt a resolution to extend the committee. The City Manager advised he would place an ordinance on the February 11th agenda to extend the Committee for five years. Chairman Newland said he would have a committee member present at the meeting. Chairman Newland reported the Four Chaplains ceremony was changed from Friday to Saturday February 7, at 2 p.m. at Riverview Park. The City Manager advised there is a Four Chaplains article in one of the veterans' magazines this month. MEMBERS MATTERS Mr. Giordan announced the American Legion Post was sponsoring a blood drive on Saturday, February 14th from 8:00 am to 1:00 p.m, and invited the public to attend. Mr. Giordan thanked the Sebastian Police Department for the veterans escort from the Legion Post down to Riverview Park and back. He hoped it would continue in the future. . Mr. Peeler announced that on February 26th, the Gulfstream Boy Scout Council of America will present the highest volunteer award, the "Silver Beaver" to Chairman Wayne Newland who has been active in scouting since 1948. Mr. Heashe asked about the addition of information to the existing veterans' memorial. Chairman Newland said that Mr. Cutrone was to gather information and present it to the Committee. MOTION by Mr. Giordan with a SECOND by Mr. Heashe to remove this item from the table and add it to the next agenda under "unfinished business" passed with a unanimous voice vote. A Veterans Advisory Committee February 2, 2015 Page Three B. OTHER MATTERS The City Manager described the extensive improvements recently completed by the City to the memorial area at Riverview Park to include anew 28' aluminum flagpole. He hoped the veterans noticed and invited feedback from the veterans and the public. Chairman Newland said the firm footing was very much appreciated. In response to Mr. Peeler, the City Manager noted that City Council has not received a "thank you" for the grant award. 9. MOTION by Mr. Peeler with a SECOND by Mr. Gordian to adjourn the Veterans Advisory Board meeting at 3:29 p.m. passed with a unanimous voice vote. By: Chairman Wayne Newland Date