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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08042015NRB AgendaC11yC)F :W HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND 1225 Main Street, Sebastian, FL 32958 NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2015 - 6:00 P.M. "To improve the quality of life in Sebastian by nurturing the balanced relationship between our citizens and our environment by protecting, preserving and promoting our natural resources" CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — July 7, 2015 Meeting 6. NEW CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR NOMINATIONS 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Oyster Restoration i. Status of permits with Army Corp of Engineer's and SJRWMD B. Champion Tree Program i. Update on the City's Past Tree Program by Jim Clifton C. Earth Day ii. 2016 Earth Day Date is reserved for Saturday April 23, 2016 iv. Contact Vendors (List) D. NRB Earth Day E-mail address 8. PUBLIC INPUT 9. NEW BUSINESS A. Board's participation in the Christmas parade 10. STAFF MATTERS 11. MEMBER MATTERS 12. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA 13. ADJOURNMENT ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, 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 APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD. SAID APPEAL MUST BE FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE WITHIN TEN DAYS OF THE DATE OF ACTION. (286.0105 F.S). IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT (407)-589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. TWO OR MORE ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYBE IN ATTENDANCE. CRYOF SEBASTt Y' HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND 1225 Main Street, Sebastian, FL 32958 NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2015 - 6:00 P.M. "To improve the quality of life in Sebastian by nurturing the balanced relationship between our citizens and our environment by protecting, preserving and promoting our natural resources" Chairman Northcott called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. ROLL CALL Members Present: Alan Northcott- Chairman Rose Glaser Gil Gordian -Vice Chairman George Millar Bob Progulske Andrea Ring Jim Clifton -Alternate Members Not Present: Jack Lampiasi-Alternate (excused) Alsn Present - Frank Watanabe, City Engineer Michelle Stromberg, Environmental Technician Jeanette Williams, Recording Secretary Eagle Scout Candidate, John Giordano Father of Eagle Scout Candidate, Paul Giordano 4. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS - None 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — June 2, 2015 Meeting The June 2, 2015 minutes were accepted as presented. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Oyster Restoration i. Permit status of Army Corp of Engineer's and SJRWMD Comments (Letter Attached) The City Engineer said the leading permit should be considered the SJRWMD permit and cited their request to change the product. In response to the Chairman, he reported that he did not reply to the Army Corp of Engineers comments. Natural Resources Board Meeting July 7, 2015 Page Two Chairman Northcott noted with the site they have chosen, there is no evidence of erosion, tidal action, or wave action. He didn't think the agencies were familiar with the site; and if they place bags out then it will be considered an artificial reef that will be hazardous for vessels. He would like to invite the agencies to a site visit. The City Engineer advised the Board that they should respond to the comments called RAls. Chairman Northcott suggested having a board meeting on site with Tamy Dabu and a SJRWMD representative with all the comment letters. The City Engineer pointed out Board Members will not be able to access the lagoon from shore at the site near Capt. Butcher's since the shoreline is private property so their application would have to be revised. The Board could ask Capt. Butcher's for permission. Mr. Millar noted on the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) letter indicates additional questions should be directed to Jane Chabre. Chairman Northcott agreed that she should also attend the site meeting. Mr. Progulske offered to contact Army Corp of Engineer Project Manager Tamy Dabu, Jane Chabre and Jeff Beal from FWC, and a SJRWMD representative. Chairman Northcott would also like to invite Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve Manager Brian Sharpe. ii. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Comments on Permit (Letter Attached) iii. Mr. Gordian's Supply Purchase from Austin Map Project Mr. Gordian said he didn't want to buy anything at this point since the materials might change but he would like to coordinate the purchasing with Eagle Scout Candidate John Giordano. Eagle Scout Candidate John Giordano reported that he finished the required paperwork for his project, and it was approved by the Eagle Scout Board. He was standing by to see what materials would be used and when it will happen. John also reported that he held an oyster mat workshop for the Cub Scouts. In response to Paul Giordano, Chairman Northcott said bags are now requested because the Vero Beach Power Squadron has had some of their mats turn over. In response to Paul Giordano, the City Engineer said typical agency review is 30 days. John Giordano said if the materials are changed, he would have to submit the change to the Eagle Scout Board for approval and would like to attend the site meeting. B. Champion Tree Program i. Update on City's Past Tree Program The Environmental Specialist referenced the Champion Tree Program material submitted in the last agenda packet. Natural Resources Board Meeting July 7, 2015 Page Three She stated if the Board wanted to resurrect the program, the guidelines outlined in www.freshfromflorida.com would be used. The Environmental Specialist said prospective trees would be gathered from going door-to-door or from people contacting the website. The City Engineer advised that Board Members go out individually to measure the trees and report their findings back to the Board to comply with the Sunshine Law. Mr. Clifton suggested they put the rules and guidelines on their website and go from there. The City Engineer stated criteria has been established by the City, they should display the list of past champions, what is required and start from there. Mr. Clifton said property owners should be given the option of listing their address. Mr. Clifton offered to draft a website design to advertise and revitalize the program. This will be on the next agenda. C. Earth Day i."Let's Chalk About It" Contest Winners (Winning Photos) The Board reviewed the photos and Chairman Northcott said Ms. Thomas should definitely come to next year's Earth Day. Ms. Ring noted the photos are also on the County's website. ii.Select 2016 Earth Day Date -April 16 or April 23 The Environmental Specialist still needs to check if the dates are available. iii.Procure DJ for Event Music/Master of Ceremonies Ms. Gordian said he would procure the DJ. Ms. Ring said she would like to see different bands and a professional emcee. Chairman Northcott said board members could share the emcee duties. MOTION by Mr. Clifton and SECOND by Mr. Millar to have the Environmental Specialist book the park and band shell for April 23rd 2016 if it is available passed with a unanimous voice vote. iv. Contact Vendors for 2016 Earth Day (List) Ms. Ring requested the procurement of a professional DJ. Chairman Northcott asked the Environmental Specialist to make sure the PA system would be with the band shell so they might share the emcee duties. Mr. Gordian suggested they share the contacting of vendors. Ms. Glaser offered to take over the vendor list. Mr. Millar suggested sending out a form letter six to seven months prior to the event inviting the vendors to come, have a deadline for a response so an event brochure could be printed to help advertise the vendors and event schedule. He said contacting the vendors should be done by the U.S. Mail Service because e- mails might go to a spam folder. Natural Resources Board Meeting July 7, 2015 Page Four Chairman Northcott said they should plan to review the letter and brochure together as a Board. Ms. Ring offered to design one or two vendor forms for the next meeting. Mr. Millar also suggested having the emcee periodically ask a question to the crowd on hand to win the door prizes instead of drawing tickets. Mr. Gordian said animal exhibits would attract more participation. Ms. Ring said a DJ could interview the vendors throughout the day and their donated prizes could be dispersed at that time. Mr. Millar recapped for the next meeting: the application will be drafted for a September mail out with a possible second mailing in December/January. He asked the fire code be printed on the back of the application for the food vendors. 7. PUBLIC INPUT - None 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Natural Resources Board Specific E -Mail Address Mr. Gordian asked if these would be individual e-mail addresses or a bucket e- mail address. The City Engineer responded because of IT security, it would difficult to have individualized addresses. It would probably be one pull -in, one pull-out. The City Engineer said he would look into it noting it would set costly precedence for other boards. Mr. Clifton said in his municipal experience, board members had to conduct their official correspondence via a town e-mail address; a legal discovery could require their personal e-mails be provided and he would think the City would want an official e-mail address used for business. The City Engineer said there is an associated cost that the City Manager would have to make a decision on it. Mr. Millar said he was concerned that e-mails wouldn't be responded to in a timely manner and if they had to discuss each e-mail together as a board, it would become unfathomable. He suggested one board member be designated as the responder. Ms. Ring suggested an automatic reply go out saying the e- mail was received and would be discussed at the next meeting. Mr. Millar said that could make long meetings, the public is invited to come to their meetings as it is. Ms. Ring responded maybe it could only be open for a month for Earth Day. The City Engineer suggested the Board identify a member to monitor incoming E-mails. Mr. Millar said it would be okay for Earth Day but he didn't want citizen concerns to be unaddressed. Ms. Ring said she requested this to correspond with vendors. Chairman Northcott suggested Earth DaV(a)cityofsebastian.org be set up. Mr. Progulske suggested they think about this some more, not everyone can come Tuesday nights and pointed out there isn't a way to contact the Board on the website. Natural Resources Board Meeting July 7, 2015 5 Page Five The Environmental Specialist offered to look into setting up Earth Day(a)cityofsebastian.org for the Board. 9. STAFF MATTERS - None 10. MEMBER MATTERS To get the Board more recognized, Mr. Millar suggested the Board walk behind a banner in future 4t" of July and Christmas parades. 11. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA It was the Board's consensus to put participation in the Christmas parade on the next agenda. Ms. Ring said she compiled the vendor list included in the agenda packet and asked if certain vendors participated. In planning for Earth Day 2016, Mr. Gordian noted some vendors have only an e-mail address and some only have a postal address. 12. Being no further business Chairman Northcott adjourned the Natural Resources Board meeting at 7:45 p.m. in Chairman Date 6 h.- -A Frank Watanabe From: Beal, Jeff <Jeff.Beal@MyFWC.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 29, 2015 9:58 AM To: Frank Watanabe Cc: Smith, Kent; Merrill, Maria; Goff, Jennifer; Sharpe, Brian Subject: RE: Sebastian Oyster Mats - Phase 1 Attachments: Seb Oyster Restor IND -061-142124-1 FWC comment FINAL.pdf F -this is the right email address and sorry for any confusion. The FWC comment letter for the project is attached. As a discussed with you (and the Mayor on a separate call), our default position regarding these matters is oysters in bags because the mats were designed for a specific purpose (to restore dead margins of intertidal reefs in Mosquito Lagoon) though they are sometimes used shoreward of bags along Living Shoreline projects. Mats were used without bags in the Ft Pierce area along a spoil island and wave action displaced them. I suggest that you use bags in this case but try a few mats if you so desire abutting the bags (shoreward) because this is a pilot project. In this manner, you can track larval recruitment/growth using both techniques. If the mats are not found to be useful, they can easily be removed. I hope this helps and best wishes with your project -J Jeff Beal FWC Marine/Estuarine Subsection 5600 US 1 N Ft Pierce FL 34946 772-242-2561 office 772-215-9217 cell From: Frank Watanabe[mailto:FWatanabe@Cityof5ebastian.org] Sent: Wednesday, July 29, 2015 8:18 AM To: Beal, Jeff <Jeff.Bea I@MyFWC.com> Subject: FW: Sebastian Oyster Mats - Phase 1 Jeff, Please let me know if you get this email. I made a mistake in your original email address. I hope you get this email. I am very much interested in getting information on the oysters bags. I would also like for you to talk to our Natural Resource Board to educate them. Let me know if you are available Aug 4 at 6 pm or Sept 1 at 4 pm. Thanks Frank Watanabe, PE Public Works Director/City Engineer City of Sebastian (772) 388-8228 From: Frank Watanabe Sent: Tuesday, July 21, 2015 5:12 PM To: 'jeffbeal@myfwc.com' Cc: Michelle Stromberg Subject: Sebastian Oyster Mats - Phase 1 Jeff, Thanks for returning my call and providing me the reason for the oyster bags instead of mats. I like your suggestion of using the bags, but adding a few mats as a pilot project. Please email me the additional information on the use of the bags. Thanks Frank Watanabe, PE, Public Works Director/City Engineer City of Sebastian (772)388-8228 DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY I JACKSONVILLE DISTRICT CORPS OF ENGINEERS 400 HIGH POINT DRIVE, SUITE 600 COCOA, FL 32926 REPLY YO C ATTEN7*N OF June 15, 2015 North Permits Branch Cocoa Permits Section SAJ-2015-01763 (NW -TSD) City of Sebastian C/o Mr. Frank Watanabe 1225 Main Street Sebastian, Florida 32958 E-mail address: fwatanabeacityofsebasban.org Dear Mr. Watanabe: This letter is in reference to the Department of the Army (DA) permit application you submitted for the Sebastian Oyster Mat Restoration project. The project is located in the Indian River, in Sebastian, Indian River County, Florida. The application has been assigned number SAJ-2015-01763 (NW -TSD). Please reference this number on all correspondence concerning your application. Based upon the information provided your project may qualify for a Nationwide Permit. While this application originated through the Joint Application Process with the State of Florida, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) received insufficient information to evaluate the proposal. The Corps considers your application incomplete, as it does not provide information needed to review the project and coordinate with the commenting agencies. Please provide the signed signature page to the application or complete the attached application form for the proposed project. 2. Please provide a basic and overall project purpose for the project. 3. No exhibits were provided with your application and the application did not include any description of the proposed work. Please describe in detail the proposed project. Include monitoring activities that will take place, frequency of the monitoring, and remediation if the project is not successful. 4. Please provide a plan view drawing so that it reflects all dimensions to the project. Include the following in your legible plan view drawing: a. Property boundaries b. North arrow C. Road names d. Name of water body e. Approximate mean high water line f. Wetland and surface water locations g. Types of materials to be used (include anchors, etc...) h. Dimensions to all proposed features (length, width, and height) i. Location of the proposed project (referenced from fixed points) j. Emergent and submerged vegetation k. Existing water depths referenced to mean low water I. Turbidity control measures(if applicable) m. Cross Section location(s) n. Installation method o. Identify and state if the area will have markers installed and the type that will be used. It appears that if sites D or E are proposed that the project may pose a navigational hazard to the area. Please locate the project so that it does not pose a navigational hazard in the Indian River. 5. Please provide typical cross sections for the project. Please include the following: a. Identify section b. Existing conditions c. Proposed conditions with description d. Dimensions to all features within the section f. Please explain in detail how the project will take place. Include all materials that will be used to install the project and the following information: a. how you will access the site, b. staging of equipment and materials, C. full description of all types of equipment and materials that will be used to install the project, (how you will carefully hand place the materials, etc...) d. anticipated duration it will take to perform the proposed project, e. anchoring mechanisms i.e. if PVC piling or anchoring mechanisms will be used include size, the number of piles that will be installed, complete details regarding how the piles will be installed into the substrate, IF applicable (if you are using the doughnuts then the PVC piles are not applicable) f. noise factors (if any) during installation, g. time of day that the project will be performed, h. full description of all in water vessels associated with the project, i. turbidity control devices j. describe the substrate and approximate water depths the project is located in k. describe measures that will be taken to avoid impacts to manatees, swimming sea turtles and Smailtooth sawfish I_ location of any navigable channel m. Anticipated in -water work duration (hours or days etc_) to perform the project. 10 Please be sure to describe the substrate that the project will be placed on and the location of emergent and submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), with the distance away that any emergent and SAV is found. In order for a Corps of Engineers permit to be issued for the proposed project, we must received water quality certification or wavier from the State of Florida. Please forward a copy of either the water quality certification or the wavier to the Corps of Engineers upon receipt. Any revisions or modification you may propose during the evaluation process must be coordinated with both the State of Florida and the Corps of Engineers. As the application is considered incomplete, no action will be taken on it until the above -requested information and drawing shave been received. We request that you provide this information within 30 days. If no response is received, we will assume you have no further interest in obtaining a Department of the Army permit and the application will be deactivated. Such action will constitute final action by the Department of the Army. You are cautioned that work performed below the mean high waterline or ordinary high waterline in waters of the United States, or the discharge of dredged or fill material into adjacent wetlands, without a Department of Army permit could subject you to enforcement action. Receipt of a permit from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection or St Johns River Water Management District does not obviate the requirement for obtaining a Department of Army permit for the work described above prior to commencing work. All responses should be directed to Tamy Dabu at 400 High Point Drive, Suite 600, Cocoa, Florida, 32926 or by telephone at 321-504-3771 extension 11, (fax # 321- 504-3803) or by e-mail: tamy.s.dabu ccDusace.army.mil Enclosure_ Sincerely, _ b_ c Tamy Dabu Project Manager 11 12 ' June 1 I , 20 l 5 `` r JUN 15 2015 USJRWMD `�- - Margaret Daniels St. Johns River Water Management District 4049 4049 Reid St. PO Box 1429 Florida Fish Palatka, FL 32178-1429 and Wildlife Conservation Commission Re: City of Sebastian Oyster Mat permit application fND-461-142124-1 Comn'iss+oners Richard A. Corbett Dear Ms, Daniels: Chairman Tampa Brian Yablonski The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has reviewed the above Vice Chairman referenced application, and the following comments for Tallahassee provides and recommendations your Consideration. We are providing the following input upon the request of the St. Ronald M. Bergeron Fort Lauderdale Johns River Water Management District (SJR1 MD) to address potential adverse effects Richard Hanas to fish and wildlife. Oviedo Aliese P. "Llesa' Prlddy project Description lmmokalee Bo Rivard Panama City The submitted application proposes to install 444.44 square feet of oyster mat at two sites Charles W. Roberts nl in western Indian River Lagoon. Tallahassee Comments and Recommendations Executilr Sraff Nick whey Executive Director E o Based on the information submitted, FWC has the following comments and Eric Sutton recommendations regarding this project: Assistant Executive Director Jennifer Fitzwater 1. We recommend that the applicant confer with the St. Johns River Water Management Chief of Staff District seagrass monitoring program to determine if the sites have historically contained seagrasses. If so, we recommend that sites which do not have a history of seagrass presence be considered for the project. Division of Habitat and Species Conservation Thomas Eason, Ph.D. Director I We recommend that oyster shell in bags is the preferred technique for this application. The site likely receives significant wave action given the fetch in this region. Oyster mats ( 5 (89500)) 421-7791 921-7793 FAX were designed for low ener and ecificall for restoring dead margins of � energy areas ( specifically, existing oyster reefs in the micro -tidal Mosquito Lagoon) whereas bagged oyster shell can withstand greater wave energy regimes. Managing fish and wildlife resources for their longterm 3. We recommend that larval collecting devices be placed at the sites (various locations well-being and the benefit of people. and depths) before the is conducted to determine if the natural recruitment of ) p project oysters is sufficient for project success. 620 South Meridian Street Tallahassee, Florida 4. We recommend placing gaps in the proposed oyster reefs to help create beneficial 32399-i600 Voice: (850) 488-4676 hydrodynamic flow and fish and aquatic wildlife passage corridors between them. The width of the oyster reef gaps should be a minimum of five feet spaced at 144 foot 1•feartag/speech-impaired' (boa) 95B -a771 m intervals for structures that do not curve toward the shoreline at each end to allow for fish (800) 95'.x8770 M and aquatic wildlife passage to prevent entrapment behind the breakwater and stranding MyFWC.eom at low tide. For structures that curve at either end and restrict any corridor that may have 12 Ms. Margaret Daniels Page it June 11, 2015 been available at the ends of the structure Cor fish and aquatic wildlife passage, gaps in the oyster reef should be a minimum of 5 feet in width and placed at every 75 feet along the structure. Thank you for the opportunity to review the above referenced application. If you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Jane Chabre either by phone at (850) 410-5367 or at F�VCConsertiatiorlPlanninuServiccs.ce,i'vlvFWC.coni. If you have specific technical questions regarding the content of this letter, please contact Jeff Beal at Jeff.I3eal{e1'my1'wc:.com. Sincere if i 1 C Stephen V. Rockwood, ection Leader :'aquatic Habitat Conservation and Restoration Division of Habitat and Species Conservation 5ebastiw t>ster Mat Restoration Project -21204-0451 1 15 cc: Jane Chabre, FWC, Jane. Chabme iu rnyfwc.corn 13 APPLICATION FOR DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY PERMIT OMB APPROVAL NO. 0710-0003 (33 GFR 325) EXPIRES: 31 August 2012 Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 11 hours per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information. including suggestions For reducing this burden. to Department of Defense, Washington Headquarters, Executive Services and Communications Directorate, Information Management Division and to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0710-0003). Respondents should be aware that notwithstanding any other provision of law, no person shall be subject to any penalty For failing to comply with a collection of information if it does not display a currently valid OMB control number. Please DO NOT RETURN your form to either of those addresses. Completed applications must be submitted to the District Engineer having jurisdiction over the location of the proposed activity. PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT Authorities: Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 10. 33 USC 403. Clean Water Act, Section 404, 33 USC 1344; Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act, Section 103, 33 USC 1413; Regulatory Programs of the Corps of Engineers: Final Rule 33 CFR 320-332. Principal Purpose: Information provided on this form will be used in evaluating the application for a permit. Routine Uses: This Information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal, state, and local government agencies, and the public and may be made available as part of a public notice as required by Federal law. Submission of requested information is voluntary, however, if information is not provided the permit application cannot be evaluated nor can a permit be issued. One set of original drawings or goad reproducible copies which show the location and character of the proposed activity must be attached to this application (see sample drawings and instructions) and be submitted to the District Engineer having jurisdiction over the location of the proposed activity. An application that is not completed in full will be returned. (ITEMS 9 THRU 4 TO BE FILLED BY THE CORPS) 1. APPLICATION NO 2, FIELD OFFICE CODE 3, DATE RECEIVED 4, DATE APPLICATION COMPLETE (ITEMS BELOW TO BE FILLED BYAPPLICANT) 5. APPLICANT'S NAME: e. AUTHORIZED AGENT'S NAME AND TITLE (an agent is not required) First - Frank Middle - Last - Watanabe First - Middle - Last - Company - City of Sebastian Company - E-mail Address - fwatanabe@cityefsebastian.org E-mail Address - 6. APPLICANT'S ADDRESS. 9. AGENT'S ADDRESS Address - 1225 {Hain Street Address - City - Sebastian State - Florida Zip - 32958 Country - US City - Slate - Zip - Country - 7. APPLICANT'S PHONE NOs. WIAREA CODE 10. AGENT'S PHONE NOs. WfAREA CODE a. Residence b. Business c. Fax a. Residence b Business c. Fax 772-388-8228 772-388-8248 STATEMENT OF AUTHORIZATION 11. I hereby authorize, ) to act in my behalf as my agent in the processing of this application and to furnish, upon request. supplemental Worrna id r n. support of this ermitap lica ' h. APPI-Iii SIGN TI.RE DTE NAME, LOCATION, AND DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT OR ACTIVITY 12. PROJECT NAME OR TITLE (see instructions) City of Sebastian Oyster Mat Restoration 13. NAME OF WATERBODY, IF KNOWN (if appiieab#e) 14. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS (if applicable) Indian River Lagoon, Indian River County Address 1733 Indian River Drive and 1660 Indian river Drive 15. LOCATION OF PROJECT Latitude: 'N N 27'49 42 & N 27'49 66 Longitude: W W 80'28 37 & W 80'28 29 City -Sebastian State - Florida Zip - 32968 16. OTHER LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS, IF KNOWN (sec mstrucfions) State Tax Parcel ID Municipality Section — 31 Townshio — 30 Rance — 39 17. DIRECTIONS TO THE SITE Both locations are located on Indian River Drive in the City of Sebastian, Florida. There are two sites D and E. Site D is located at 1733 Indian River Drive and site E is located at 1660 Indian River Drive. ENG FORM 4345, SEPT 2009 EDITION OF OCT 2004 IS OBSOLETE Proponent: CECW-OR 14 18. Nature of Activity (Description of project. include all fealurssj The project will construct 250 oyster mats (16"x 16" each) to be placed within the two site locations (D&E) within Indian River 19. Project Purpose tnesrnhe the reason or purpose of the protect, see msiructiom) The oyster mat project will help to clean the water quality since an oyter will typically clean 20-50 gallons of water. USE BLOCKS 20-23 IF DREDGED AND/OR FILL MATERIAL IS TO BE DISCHARGED 26. Reason(s)for Discharge 21. Type(s) at IVIateriaf Being Discharged and the Amount of Each Type in Cubiti Yards: Type Type Type Amount in Cubic Yards Amount in Cubic Yards Amount in Cubic Yards 22. Surface Area in Acres of Wetlands or Other Waters Filled (seeinstructions) Acres Or Liner Feet 23. Description of Avoidance, Minimization, and Compensation (see instructions; 24. Is Any Portion of the Work Already Complete? Yes _ No X IF YES. DESCRIBE THE COMPLETED WORK 25. Addresses of Adjoining Property Owners. Lessees, Etc_, Whose Property Adjoins the Waterbody pr more Than can be anrered cera, please mach 3 supple nenfal fist) Address - 1732 Indian River Drive City - Sebastian State - Fforida ZIP - 32958 26. List of Other Certifications or Approvals/Denials Received from other Federal, State, or Local Agencies for Work Described in This Application. AGENCY TYPE APPROVAL' IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DATE APPLIED DATE APPROVED DATE DENIED St John's River Water Amort Dist - Would include but is not restricted `>o zoning, building, and flood plain permits 27. Application is hereby made for a permit or permits to authorize tate work described in this application. 1 certify that the information in this application is complete and accurate. I further certify that I possess the authority to undertake the work described herein or am acting as the duly authorized agent of the applicant. SI ATURE OF APPLICANT DATE SIGNATURE OF AGENT DATE The application must be signed by the person who desires to undertake the proposed activity (applicant) or it may be signed by a duly authorized agent if the statement in block 11 has been filled out and signed. 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides that: Whoever, in any manner within the jurisdiction of any department or agency of the United States knowingly and willfully falsifies, conceals, or covers up any trick, scheme, or disguises a material fact or makes any false, fictitious or fraudulent statements or representations or makes or uses any false writing or document knowing same to contain any false, fictitious or fraudulent statements or entry, shall be fined not more than $10,000 or imprisoned not more than five years or both. ENG FORM 4345, SEPT 2009 15 Attachment A - For Army Corps of Engineers Permit ENG 4345 City of Sebastian — Oyster Mat Project Additional Permit Application Information I . Site Locations: Two locations (sites) are being considered for restoration using oyster mats. They are labeled Locations `D' and `E' on the attached aerial photos. The location of `D' is 1732 Indian River Drive, Sebastian, Florida, 32958 (N27'49.42, W80' 28.37). The location of `E' is 1660 Indian River Drive, Sebastian, Florida, 32958 (N27' 49.66 W80'28.29). 2. How will you access the site: Both sites will be accessed from a main road, Indian River Drive, Sebastian, Florida that runs near the western shoreline of the Indian River Lagoon. If access across private property to access the water is needed, it will be requested/coordinated by the City of Sebastian with the private land owner. There is also an option to access the site by boat, but due to the shallow depth of the water, access from land and wading to the site is preferable. 3. Staging of equipment and materials: Any equipment and/or materials will be staged near the site within a day of planned installation. The oyster mat sections will consists of 16 inch x 16 inch plastic netting material with attached oyster shells. They will be cut and assembled at another location before transporting them to the installation site. 4. Descrition of all types of equipment and materials that will be used to install the project (how you will carefully hand place the materials, etc.): Each section of the overall oyster mat will be constructed of 16 inch x 16 hich plastic netting material, as used in other oyster mat projects throughout the Indian River Lagoon. Thirty-six cleaned mature oyster "half shells" will be individually attached vertically to the intersections of the cells on each section by plastic wire ties after drilling a hold in the base of the shell. The 16 inch by 16 inch plastic netting material sections will be set by hand on the bottom substrate. Concrete irrigation "donuts" will be placed at the intersection of four sections to anchor them to the substrate. Since both sites are very close to the shoreline, and the sections will be "hand -carried" into the water, there will be no need for other equipment except for containers to transport the sections. 5. Anticipated duration it will take to perform the proposed project: We anticipate the initial placement of the oyster mat sections will take less than a day. 6. Anchoring mechanisms: Concrete irrigation "donuts" will be placed at the intersection of four sections to anchor them to the substrate. 7. Noise factors (if any) during installation: No noise above normal ambient conditions is anticipated. 8. Time of day that the project will be performed: The installation of the oyster mat sections will be initially be started in the morning and will continue until all the sections 16 18 Form 62-330.060(1) JOINT APPLICATION FOR INDIVIDUAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PERMIT/ AUTHORIZATION TO USE STATE-OWNED SUBMERGED LANDS/ FEDERAL DREDGE AND FILL PERMIT FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL. PROTECTION/ WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICTS/ U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS Effective October 1, 2013 el-, nlN �. — •.e� FLORIDA 0 o Fr\-` r PAW 4 � �YGEri4�{ A'"q 'yr US Army Carps sof €ngineersN 19 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THIS FORM: This farm is designed to assist you in submitting a complete application. All applications must include Section A - General Information for All Activities, Sections B through H list typical information that is needed based on the proposed activities, and are only required as applicable, Part 1-C of Section A will guide you to the correct sections needed based on your proposed activities. Applicants are advised to consult Chapter 62-330, F.A.C., and the Environmental Resource Permit Applicant's Handbook Volumes I and II for information regarding the ERP permitting process and requirements while preparing their application. Internet addresses for Chapter 62-330, F.A.C. and the Applicant's Handbook, Agency contact information, and additional instructions for this form can be found in Attachment 1. What Sections of the Application Must I Fill Out? Note- if you are required to provide Section B, then you do not have to provide any other Sections, unless the activities are on state-owned submerged lands. In that case, Section F will also be required. If you have any questions, or would like assistance completing this form, please contact the staff of the nearest office of either the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) or a Water Management District (WMD) (see Attachment 2). Form 52-330.050(1) - Josnt Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Lands! Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 2 of 9 20 Section a 00 n v m 11 0_ Does the project involve.... �,ro 0 3 -V- (n °. � ( W rt - s �* c o (n �* -� �Cn �' � r c Ln 0 9 M sv (D `� (D �, rfi 3 m iv � ri V) O � a+ `° � � rL � c(D O 7 rn s'u m o r0o M to � o N CLrn CL Fill in wetlands or waters for a single family residence? X X Docks, shoreline stabilization, seawalls associated with a single X X X, if family residence? applicable Wetland impacts (other than associated with an X X individual residence)? Boating facilities, a marina, jetty, X X X X if reef, or dredging? applicable Any work on state owned submerged land? X X X Construction of a stormwater X X, if management system? applicable X Constructing a mitigation bank? X X X, if X applicable Creating a mine? X X, If X applicable Note- if you are required to provide Section B, then you do not have to provide any other Sections, unless the activities are on state-owned submerged lands. In that case, Section F will also be required. If you have any questions, or would like assistance completing this form, please contact the staff of the nearest office of either the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) or a Water Management District (WMD) (see Attachment 2). Form 52-330.050(1) - Josnt Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Lands! Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 2 of 9 20 Section A: General Information for All Activities PART 1: NAME APPLICATION TYPE LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITY A. Name of project, including phase if applicable: Sebastian Oyster Mat Restoration Project B. This is for (check all that apply): ® Construction or operation of new works, activities and/ or a stormwater management system ❑ Conceptual Approval of proposed works, activities and/ or a stormwater management system ❑ Modification or Alteration of existing works activities and 1 or a stormwater management system. Provide the existing DEP or WMD permit #, if known: Note: Minor modifications do not require completion of this form, and may instead be requested by ietter. ❑ Maintenance or repair of works, activities and/ or stormwater management system previously permitted by the DEP or WMD Provide existing permit #, if known: ❑ Abandonment or removal of works, activities and/ or stormwater management system Provide existing DEP or WMD permit #, if known: ❑ Operation of an existing unpermitted stormwater management system. ❑ Construction of additional phases of a permitted work, activity and/ or stormwater management system. Provide the existing DEP or WMD permit #, if known: C. List the type of activities proposed. Check all that apply, and provide the supplemental information requested in each of the referenced application sections. Please also reference Applicant's Handbooks ! and 11 for the type of information that may be needed. ❑ Activities associated with one single-family residence, duplex, triplex, or quadruplex that do not qualify for an exemption or a Noticed General Permit: Provide the information requested in Section B. Do not complete Section C. ❑ Activities within wetlands or surface waters, or within 25 feet of a wetland or surface water, (not including the activities associated with an individual residence). Examples include dredging, filling, outfall structures, docks, piers, over -water structures, shoreline stabilization, mitigation, reclamation, restorationt enhancement. Provide the information requested in Section C. ❑ Activities within navigable or flowing surface waters such as a multi -slip dock or marina, dry storage facility, dredging, bridge, breakwaters, reefs, or other offshore structures: In addition to Section C, also provide the information requested in Section D. Activities that are (or may be) located within, on or over state-owned submerged lands (See Chapter IB -21, F.A.C. httos://www,flruies.orc7/gatewayIChapterHome,aso?ChaiDtet-=18-21): In addition to Section B or C, also provide the information requested in Section F Form 62-330.060(l) - Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit) Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.O. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 3 of 9 `I ❑ Construction or alteration of a stormwater management system serving residential, commercial, transportation, industrial, agricultural, or other land uses, or a solid waste facility (excluding mines that are regulated by DEP). Provide the information requested in Section E. ❑ Creation or modification of Mitigation Bank (refer to Chapter 62-342, F.A.C. https://wwvv.flruies.orci/gateway/ChapterHome.asp'?Cliapter=62-342): Provide the information requested in Section G. Mines (as defined by in Section 2.0 of Applicant's Handbook Volume 1) that are regulated by the DEP: Provide the information requested in Section H. ® Other, describe: Placement of oyster mats adjacent the shoreline of Indian River Lagoon near city discharge storm water outfall. Please contact the Agency to determine which additional sections of the application are needed. See Attachment 1 for Agency contacts. D. Describe in general terms the proposed project, system, works, or other activities. For permit modifications, please briefly describe the changes requested to the permit: Create and place 250 oyster mats (16"x16" each) adjacent to the shoreline of the Indian River Lagoon near a City discharge outfall. E. For activities in, on, or over wetlands or other surface waters, check the type of federal dredge and fill permit requested (if known): [-]Individual ❑Programmatic General permit #: SAJ ❑General ❑Nationwide permit #:NWP ®Not Applicable ❑ Not sure F. Project/Activity Street/Road Address or other location (if applicable): Two site locations at 1733 and 1660 Indian River Drive City: Sebastian County(ies)lndian River Zip: 32958 Note: For utility, road, or ditch/canal activities, provide a starting and ending point using street names and nearest house numbers or provide length of project in miles along named streets or highways. G. Project location map and Section, Township, and Range information (use additional sheets if needed): Please attach a location map showing the location and boundaries of the proposed activity in relation to major intersections or other landmarks. The map should also contain a north arrow and a graphic scale; show Section(s), Township(s), and Range(s); and must be of sufficient detail to allow a person unfamiliar with the site to find it. Land Grant name, if applicable: Section(s): 31 Township: 30S Range: 39E H. Latitude (DMS) Longitude (DMS) (Taken from central location of the activity). Explain source for obtaining latitude and longitude (i.e. U.S.G.S. Quadrangle Map, GPS, online resource): Collected in the field with hand unit and verified on line I. Tax Parcel Identification Number(s): Form 62-330.060(1) - Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.G. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 4 of 9 f��: (Number may be obtained from property tax bill or from the county property appraiser's office; if on multiple parcels, provide multiple Tax Parcel Identification Numbers] J. Directions to Site (from major roads; include distances and landmarks as applicable): Both sites are located on Indian River Drive in Sebastian at 1733 and 1660 Indian River Drive. K. Project area or phase area: 0.0204 acres L. Name of waterbody(ies) (if known) in which activities will occur or into which the system will discharge.- Receiving ischarge: Receiving Class Type Outstanding Aquatic Preserve Waterbody Florida Water The following questions (M -O) are not applicable to activities related to a single-family residence, including private single-family residential docks, piers, seawalls or boat ramps. M. Is it part of a larger plan of development or sale? ❑ yes ® no N. Impervious or semi -impervious area excluding wetlands and other surface waters (if applicable): 0.0204 acres or square feet O. Volume of water the system is capable of impounding (if applicable): acre- feet. PART 2: SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION, ARID PERMIT HISTORY A. Is this an application to modify an existing Environmental Resource Permit, or to construct or implement part of a multi -phase project, such as a project with a Conceptual Approval permit? ❑ Yes EK No If you answered "yes", please provide permit numbers below.- AGENCY elow. AGENCY DATE PERMIT/ PROJECT TAME APPLICATION NO. B. Indicate if there have been any pre -application meeting(s) or other discussions about the proposed project, system or activity. If so, please provide the date(s), location(s) of the meeting, and the name(s) of Agency staff that attended the meeting(s): AGENCY DATE LOCATION MEETING ATTENDEES C. Attach a depiction (plan and section views), which clearly shows the works or other activities proposed to be constructed. Use multiple sheets, if necessary, a scale sufficient to show the location and type of works, and include a north arrow and a key to any symbols used. Specific information to be included in the plans is based on the activities proposed and is further described in Sections B-H. Farre 62-330.660(1) - Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.666(1), F.A.C. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 5 of 9 23 However, supplemental information may be required based on the specific circumstances or location of the proposed works or other activities. D. Processing Fee: Please submit the application processing fee along with this application form and supplemental information. Processing fees vary based on the size of the activity, the type of permit applied for, and the reviewing Agency. Please reference Attachment 3 to determine the appropriate fee. Form 62-330.060(1) - Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State-owned Submerged Landsl Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 6 of 9 24 PART 3: APPLICANT AND ASSOCIATED PARTIES INFORMATION Instructions: Permits are only issued to entities having sufficient real property interest as described in Section 4.2.3 (d) of Applicant's Handbook Volume I. Please attach evidence of sufficient real property interest over the land upon which the activities subject to the application will be conducted, including mitigation (if applicable). Refer to Section 4.2.3 (d)for acceptable ownership or real property interest documentation. For corporations, list a person who is a registered agent or officer of the corporation who has the legal authority to bind the corporation. A. APPLICANT (ENTITY MUST HAVE SUFFICIENT REAL PROPERTY INTEREST) Z THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: Watanabe First: Frank Middle: Title: City Engineer Company: City of Sebastian Address: 1225 Main Street City: Sebastian State: FL Zip: 32958 Home Telephone: (772) 321-7336 Work Telephone: (772) 388-8228 Cell Phone: (772) 321-7336 Fax: (772) 388-8248 E-mail Address: fvvatanabe@cityofsebastian.org Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: B. LAND OWNER(S) (IF DIFFERENT OR IN ADDITION TO APPLICANT) ® CHECK HERE IF LAND OWNER IS ALSO A CO -APPLICANT Name: Last: First: Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: 0 C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ENTITY (see Applicant's Handbook I, Section 12.3) Entity Name: Contact: Last: First: Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: ❑ Form 62-330.060(1) - Joint Application for Individual Environmentaf Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Lands! Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 7 of 9 25 D. CO -APPLICANT (IF DIFFERENT OR IN ADDITION TO APPLICANT AND OWNER) Name: Last: First: Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: ❑ E. ENGINEERING CONSULTANT ❑THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: First: Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: ❑ F. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT ❑ THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: First: Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: ❑ G. AGENT AUTHORIZED TO SECURE PERMIT (IF DIFFERENT FROM CONSULTANT) ❑ THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: First: Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: ❑ if necessary, please add additional pages for other contacts and property owners related to this project. Form 62-330.060(1) - Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Lands/ Federaf Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 8 of 9 26 Additional Addresses Applicant Land Owner Operation and Maintenance Entity Engineering Consultant Environmental Consultant Agent Compliance Entity Consultant Form 62-330.060(1) - Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State -Owned Submerged Landsl Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (October 1, 2013) Section A, Page 9 of 9 27 Form 62.330.060(1) PART 4: SIGNATURES AND AUTHORIZATION TO ACCESS PROPERTY Instructions: For multiple applicants, please provide a separate Part 4 for each applicant. For corporations, the application must be signed by a person authorized to bind the corporation. A person who has sufficient real property interest (see Section 4.2.3 (d) of Applicant's Handbook Volume 1) is required in (B) to authorize access to the property, except when the applicant has the power of eminent domain. A. By signing this application form, I am applying for the permit and any proprietary authorizations identified above, according to the supporting data and other incidental information filed with this application. I am familiar with the information contained in this application and represent that such information is true, complete and accurate. I understand this is an application and not a permit, and that work prior to approval is a violation. I understand that this application and any permit issued or proprietary authorization issued pursuant thereto, does not relieve of any obligation for obtaining any other required federal, state, water management district or local permit prior to commencement of construction. I agree to operate and maintain the permitted system unless the permitting agency authorizes transfer of the permit to a different responsible operation and maintenance entity. I understand that knowingly making any false statement or representation in this application is a violation of Section 373,430, F.S. and 18 U.S.C. Section 1001.. (Corporate Title if applicable) 30 Typed/Printed Name of Applicant or Signature of Applicant or Date Applicant's Authorized Agent Applicant's Authorized Agent (Corporate Title if applicable) 30 REPORT TO THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN NATURAE RESOURCES BOARD REGARDING THE CHAMPION TREE PROGRAM Compiled by: Jim Clifton, Alternate Member Date: July 29, 2015 Draft Motion: I move that the Natural Resources Board (NRB) endorse the reimplementation of the Sebastian Champion Tree Program as envisioned by Resolution No. R-11-18. Reimplentation must include: 1. Enhancement of the NRB Champion Tree webpage to include: a. Downloadable application for tree measurement. Trees can be on public and private property. b. Database of trees giving: common name, species name, date measured, location (optional), tree measurement data, point score, photographs (optional). c. Any additional features and functions resulting from discussion. d. A link to the Florida Champion Tree database. 2. City of Sebastian and NRB commitment to: a. Develop and maintain the Champion Tree webpage and database. Draft webpage to be approved by the NRB at a regular meeting. b. City to receive applications for tree inspections/measurement. c. Applications received will be processed at an NRB regular meeting and assigned to an NRB member for measurement. d. Periodically [number of years] the NRB will initiate mailing a form letter to property owners to verify the health of their tree. Report discussion: Following is the NRB's enticement for citizens to participate in the Champion Tree Program. The information provided is not helpful if the program is to be viable. f4 afyatwo 9rv*.a B'3Mh�r�wn'sfae. • ... :- - -&@prh Condi Contact About Us .. tf -A,>r ' Do You Have a Champion Tree In Your Yard? The Sebastian Natural Resources Board �s conduehng a sunvay to -0cale such trees thradigYwtd the community To learn how the trees in your yard mimsure Lit) feel free to attend a Nalwal Re motes. &said meeting held on the firs! Tuesday of s ,'.rxrc -k .±trg5 each month at 6170 pm in the Sehast an City Cauriol Charters Wated at 3225 Mazy Street. Sebastian FerIMZH Yn:u Um—AL Gwdefine Fe,'Wz rOrneaame(POF; Hc_ rAuEl�rt � l`d!ri -nr^wnav Yfpat � Slwnrx�atcr'� 31 Attachment: Resolution No. R-11-18 1. Resolution No. R-11-18, is included on the NRB Champion Tree Program webpage. It provides a general idea for how the program should function. 2. NOTE: At the moment there are only "champion" trees at the state and national level. The probability that Sebastian has a "champion" tree is remote. 3. However, the tree of each qualifying species with the highest score surveyed by City staff could be a Sebastian Champion Tree. "Sebastian`s Tree Inventory" was provided with the June 2, 2015 NRB agenda attachments and will not be replicated for this meeting. However, a few observations follow. 1. The inventory was started on 6/18/05. Six (6) years before Resolution No. R-11-18. a. After ten (10) years it is likely a few of the trees have succumbed to storms, age, or disease. b. A time period (x years) should be established to contact property owners regarding their trees health and possibly inspect inventoried trees. c. Genus and species names should be italics or underlined and the species name lower case. d. Only the tree height was provided. All data used to generate the total points should be available (height, diameter breast height, and crown diameter). This will allow interested persons to compare their tree(s). Many tree recognition programs have photographs of the tree and would likely provide a contribution to program interest. The Sebastian Champion Tree web link should provide: 1. A listing of the Sebastian champion tree and up to two (2) others for each species. a. Tree location with option to withhold private property addresses upon request. b. Common name and scientific name, c. Most recent date of measurement. d. All data used to calculate total points. e. Photograph of the tree with option to withhold for privacy or security. 2. With this information property owners will be able to evaluate whether they have a competitive tree prior to requesting a measurement. 3. The application procedure and form should be available on the web page and downloadable. It would probably be best to receive the application as hardcopy. 4. A link to the Florida Champion Tree Database. a. http://www.freshfromflorida.cam/Divisions-Offices/Florida-Forest-Service/Our- Forests/Florida-Champion-Trees b. Nomination for the Florida Champion Tree program must be the responsibility of the property owner(s). c. Florida Champion Trees are measured by a Florida Forest Service County Forester. 32 RESOLUTION NO. R-11-18 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, CREATING A CHAMPION TREE AWARD PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, trees are an important part of our community as evidenced by our local policies and comprehensive plan and City Council created a Natural Resources Board to protect and promote the City of Sebastian's horticultural values; and WHEREAS, the City Council based on the recommendation of the Natural Resources Board, wishes to promote preservation and recognition of Sebastian's outstanding trees by awarding a citywide Champion Tree designation. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, as follows: Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager and the Natural Resources Board to create a City of Sebastian Champion Tree Program, whereby owners of specific qualifying trees shall be recognized by a Proclamation of the Mayor. Section 2. GUIDELINES. The Natural Resources Board and City Manager shall adopt the guidelines of the state Champion Tree program to guide the Board in the nomination of Champion Trees, Section 3. AWARD. The Mayor will present a Proclamation to any qualified winner for each species of tree. Section 4. CONFLICT. All resolutions or part of resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed, including R-08-26. Section 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption A motion to adopt the foregoing Resolution was made by Council Member Coy The motion was seconded by Council member Gi l lmor and, upon being put into a vote, the vote was as follows: Mayor Jim Hill Vice Mayor Don Wright Council Member Andrea Coy Council Member Richard Gillmor Council Member Eugene Wolff aye ave aye aye aye The Mayor thereupon declared this Resolution duly passed and adopted this 14TH day of September, 2011. ATTES 1 Sally A. Wio, MMC City lerk 33 CITY OF S,MASTIAN, FLORIDA Mayor Jim Hill Approved as to form and legality for reliaW by the City of Sebastian only: Robert A. Ginsburg, City Attorney