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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01271997 RIVER. !;�- 71 CITY OF SEBASTIAN RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 1997 Chairman Collins called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Chinn. Collins Mr. Smith Mr. Wild Mr. Chapin Mr. Bennett Ms. Coram Mr. Thompson EXCUSED: Mr. Krulikowski Mr. Moore ALSO PRESENT: Ann Brack, Recording Secretary (Mr. Massarelli, Community Development Director did not attend tonight's meeting.) APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION by Chapin/Wild I make a motion to approve the workshop minutes from January 11. (1997) A voice vote was taken. 7 - 0 motion carried. MOTION by Thompson/Wild I move that we approve the minutes of the regular meeting of Monday, January 13, 1997 as presented. A voice vote was taken. 7 - 0 motion carried. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chairman Collins thanked the AIA and their group for their participation at the workshop meeting, and encouraged Mr. Massarelli to continue working with them. NEW BUSINESS: SET URBAN SPACE CRITERIA FOR DIFFERENT AREAS ON THE RIVERFRONT. RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 27, 1997 Chmn. Collins gave a brief overview of the project for tonight's meeting and suggested a general discussion on what the present uses are as they apply to the different categories. Vice Chmn. Smith concurred and spoke of the "character" of the riverfront area. Ms. Corum felt that the members understood what they needed to do, but Chmn. Collins felt that he needed more direction from the AIA architects. Mr. Bennett noted that "areas" #two (2) and #five (5) have the same use criteria. It was pointed out that these two areas are in different locations. There was general discussion on parking, RMU, and blending of areas. There was also discussion on the boundaries of Area I, and questions were raised about whether or not it should extend east of U.S. L. The subject of "residential" was discussed, as was adding another "bubble area" for residential. AREA I - Much discussion took place on density and setbacks. P To 10, lo"1 Virgene Scherer of Sebastian noted that with no river view on the west side of U.S. 1, commercial r••� development with small setbacks might be encouraged in that area. Using the criteria list supplied by Mr. Massarelli, the results of the discussion are as follows: MOTION by Thompson/Collins I move small. (Front setback) Discussion. A voice vote was taken. 6 -1 motion carried. MOTION by Corum/Wild I move to go with a medium side setback in section I. A voice vote was taken. 2 - 5 motion denied. MOTION by Chapin/Wild I make a motion for the side be small. (Side setback) A voice vote was taken. 5 - 2 motion carried. 2 RIVERFRONT COMN=E NGNUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 27, 1997 MOTION by Corum/Wild I move to go with a small rear setback in section I. Discussion. A voice vote was taken. 7 - 0 motion carried. Discussion took place on building shape. MOTION by Thompson/Corum I move that we define it as not important. (Building shape) Discussion. A voice vote was taken. 7 - 0 motion carried. Discussion took place on number of stories and building height. The consensus was to strike the "three (3) story" comment and keep to thirty-five (35) feet. Open space was discussed. A consensus was for medium open space. Parking was discussed and it was determined that the Committee needs more explanation from Mr. Massarelli and possibly a workshop. It was determined to en� porches, fences and balconies. Under "other features", suggestions were made to keep to the same architectural theme and to have lush landscaping. Ms. Virgene Scherer asked if fast food and similar businesses come into town, would they have to build to this same architectural theme, and the reply was "yes" by several Committee members. density - high setbacks front, side and rear - small building shape - not important height of buildings - (351) open space - medium parking - (need explanation from Mr. Massarelli) porches, fences, balconies - encourage other features - same architectural theme, lush landscaping 3 RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 27, 1997 There was discussion on the boundaries of this area and it was suggested that the description include "with a mixture of residential" along with small commercial uses, and insert "borders" with "fences". Discussion resulted in the following general consensus: density setbacks, front, side & rear building shape height of buildings open space parte porches fences, borders balconies other features - medium - medium (Committee requests more input from AIA members) - not important (encourage views to the river) - (35') - medium - need more work with Mr. Massarelh and the AIA members - required - required - encourages (need definition of balcony) (Jean Bertram from the Historical Society discussed balconies and porches.) (Herman Encke offered an explanation that a balcony has no roof, but a porch has a roof.) - parking is major issue and needs to be addressed. - lush landscaping There was discussion about how the "bubble areas" were designed and it was suggested that they might have to be changed. density setbacks, front, side & rear building shape height of buildings open space parking porches, fences & balconies In'"i - medium - no comment - (35') (until story can be defined) - medium - (defer for discussion) - (there was no final decision on these issues) 4 W A , ck if r RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 27, 1997 PUBLIC INPUT: Mr. Herman Encke, spokesman for the Indian River Drive Traffic Watch group, was present and inquired about the progress on his request for posting a speed limit fine sign on Indian River Drive within the City limits. This subject was discussed among the members of the Committee, but because the staff report was not available at tonight's meeting, nor was it on the agenda, it was agreed to place it on the agenda for the next meeting. Ms. Corum suggested that if Mr. Massarelli can get a copy of the letter from the Police Chief, and whatever other information is involved, bring it back to this Committee at the next meeting for action. Mr. Encke was agreeable to this. CHAIRMAN MATTERS: Chmn. Collins mentioned that he wants to meet with Mr. Massarelli and get an update on several issues, including the sidewalk along Indian River Drive, and where the permitting process is. He noted his concern about some wetlands that may need DEP permits. He also noted the landscape ordinance that needed some language from Mr. Massarelli. At this point, Chmn. Collins suggested that this group (Committee) be setting the agenda. He also suggested asking how this Committee could help Mr. Massarelli. MEMBERS MATTERS: Vice Chmn. Smith brought up the subject of parking and noted how often this subject has been put off. He also noted that tonight's meeting didn't seem effective without Mr. Massarelli's presence and expertise. He suggested that if he is out of town again, maybe the meeting should be put off till he returns. He also thought that the Committee might be getting too involved in details and is falling behind. A Saturday workshop was suggested, or setting a Monday meeting as a workshop. Mr. Chapin noted that he was disappointed that this Committee never discussed the parking issue, and he would like to see this put on the agenda very soon. Mr. Wild suggested that with parking at a minimum in this riverfront area, some sort of trolley be acquired to run up and down Indian River Drive, stopping at businesses and at certain points. He felt that this might help to solve the parking problem. Ms. Corum suggested taking home the worksheets from tonight, filling them out individually, and returning them to Mr. Massarelli. The meeting was adjourned at 9:11 P.M. 5 a ^ r City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET o SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (407) 589-5330 o FAX (407) 589-5570 SEBASTIAN RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MINUTES OFMEETING HELD Q"604V 01" j 10 7 APPROVED AT MEETING HELD 0rvA6,(At a I D , 1 7 g 1 TA6MAS H. COLLINS, CHAIRMAN 1p r- 4�� 13Lde.r� E. ANN BRACR, RECORDING SECRETARY RCMAS.WP City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET 0 SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (407) 589-5330 ❑ FAX (407) 589-5570 AGENDA RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 1997 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Workshop meeting of January 11, 1997 Meeting of January 13, 1997 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS. 5. NEW BUSINESS: Set urban space criteria for different areas on the Riverfront. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT. 7. CHAIRMAN MATTERS. 8. MEMBER MATTERS. 9. STAFF MATTERS. 10. ADJOURNMENT. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING: • Monday February 10, 1997 @ 7:00 • Monday February 24, 1997 @ 7:00 ka City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET 0 SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (407) 589-5330 0 FAX (407) 589-5570 PUBLIC MEETING The Riverfront Committee of the City of Sebastian, Indian River County, Florida, will hold their regular meeting on Monday, January 27, 1997 at 7:00, in the City Council Chambers. Q� 7 Dawn M. Corapi, Secretary Riverfront Committee 2E1W NOTE: IF ANY PERSONS DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, HE/SHE MAY NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES, HE/SHE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY IN EVIDENCE ON WHICH THE APPEAL IS BASED. NOTE: 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 INADVANCE OF THE MEETING.