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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-03-2017 NRB Agenda�m�� SSA T HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017 - 6:00 P.M. 1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FL "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" 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. INTRODUCE NEW COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Lisa Leger Frazier, Community Development Director, CRA Manager 4. NOMINATE CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN Board Member List 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES June 6, 2017 Meeting Minutes 6. PUBLIC INPUT NEW BUSINESS Item A. Earth Day Celebration 2018 a) Date b) Budget c) Responsibilities Item B. Role of Natural Resources Board 8. STAFF MATTERS 9. MEMBER MATTERS 10. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA 11. 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. 'I" SEBASTt1N HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA TRANSMITTAL FORM Board Meetina Date: October 3, 2017 Aaenda Item and Title: 4. Nominate Chairman and Vice Chairman Recommendation: Staff recommends an introduction of Board members prior to nomination of new Chairman and Vice Chairman. Backaround: Since the Board last met in June, there is a new Community Development Director and new Board members. An introduction of each member, along with length of service, will be beneficial to the new members. If Aaenda Item Reauires Expenditure of Funds: Total Cost: n/a Attachments: Natural Resources Board Members NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD Nicole Mosblech _ Apptd reg member 5/24/17 Term expires 873 Gilbert Street 7/1/2020 Sebastian, FL 32958 Nikki. mosblecheamail.com (484)269-7017 Gilbert Gordian Jr. Reapptd 7/13/16 Term expires 498 Quarry Lane Apptd 11/16/11 7/1/2019 Sebastian, FL 32958 Apptd alt 6/22/2011 chooboo 1727a-att. net 581-2760 Rose Glaser Reapptd 7/8/15 Term expires 1082 Genesee Avenue Apptd reg member 11/19/14 7/1/2018 Sebastian, FL 32958 Appt 6/25/14 Rose.hrrs@gmail.com 713-4366 James Clifton Reapptd 7/13/16 Term expires 817 Cain Street Apptd reg member 8/26/15 7/1/2019 Sebastian, FL 32958 Apptd alt 6/25/14 iameshowardcliftone.amail. com 228-8501 Ann Lucier Apptd 3/23/16 Term expires 425 Toledo Street 7/1/2019 Sebastian, FL 32958 lucierann(aamail. com (772)925-2868 Brian O'Neill Apptd 9/13117 Term expires 790 Beard Avenue 7/1/2020 Sebastian, FL 32958 sdbfo(5vahoo.com (310)403-1675 Charles Stadelman Apptd 9/13/17 Term expires 146 Mabry Street 7/1/2020 Sebastian, FL 32958 stadelmanCa.bellsouth. net (772)584-5522 Iternate - Vacant I Term expires 7/1/2020 Alternate - Vacant I Term expires 7/1 /2018 Revised 9.14.17 -a SEBAsTIIAN HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND Board Meeting Date Agenda Item and Title Recommendation: Backqround: NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA TRANSMITTAL FORM October 3, 2017 5. Meeting Minutes from June 6, 2017 If Agenda Item Requires Expenditure of Funds: Total Cost: n/a Attachments: Natural Resources Board, Minutes of Regular Meeting, June 6, 2017 CITY OF SEBASTIAN NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING JUNE 6, 2017 1. Vice Chair Progulske called the Natural Resources Board Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. Pledae of Allegiance was recited by all. 1 Roll Call Present: Vice Chairman Bob Progulske James Clifton Vicki Tunker Rose Glaser Members Not Present: Gilbert Gordian, Jr — Excused Ann Lucier — Excused Nicole Mosblech — Excused Also Present: Frank Watanabe, City Engineer Susan Mann, Recording Consultant 4. Agenda Modifications — None 5. Approval of Minutes — May 2, 2017 Meeting Minutes Mr. Progulske asked if there were any corrections or modifications to the minutes. Hearing none he called for a motion. A motion to approve the May 2, 2017 minutes as presented was made by Ms. Tunker seconded by Mr. Clifton and passed unanimously by voice vote. 6. Unfinished Business Item A. Earth Dav — Saturdav April 22. 2017 Update of event by Rose Glaser Ms. Glaser reported that she has sent to all the members an email with the final updates. She stated that the event is still getting good coverage on Facebook. She stated that all the vendors and bands want to return next year and were very happy with the event. She concluded that it was a very positive day. Mr. Progulske thanked Ms. Glaser for all her efforts in making Earth Day such a big success. Mr. Progulske requested that Item C be addressed at this time since it relates to Earth Day. Natural Resources Board Meeting Minutes of June 6, 2017 Page 2 Item C. Discuss askina hiah school senior students to assist at future Earth Dav events. (Agenda reordered) Mr. Watanabe explained that the previous Chair had requested this item and Mr. Gordian was going to look into it. He suggested that since he is not present, the matter be tabled to the next agenda. Mr. Progulske stated that the matter is tabled. Item B. Storage of NRB equipment at Citv Hall (Agenda reordered) Mr. Watanabe reported that he has purchased a large container and has a locked closet in the Engineering Department and will be happy to house the NRB event materials. He explained that the tent will be housed in another area because of its size. Item D. NRB Calendar of Events Mr. Progulske called for input on the NRB Calendar. Following discussion it was agreed that the NRB would not participate in the July 41h celebrations. 7. New Business Item A. Letter regardino buildina docks on the spoil islands. Mr. Progulske directed the Board to the letter from a resident concerning a dock being built on the Spoil Island across from Mulligans. He requested Mr. Watanabe explain the City's authority is in such a situation. Mr. Watanabe stated that the City has no authority over the waterways or spoil islands; that authority is with DEP, Army Corp of Engineers and Fish and Wildlife. Although the island is within the city limits it is the responsibility of the other agencies to address the problem. During discussion regarding the City's responding to the letter, it was noted that there was no return address or email address provided. Ms. Glaser stated that during the clean-up that is held in June such items as outhouses, docks, etc. are removed from the islands. Item B. Presentation on Tulip Retention Pond by City Enaineer Mr. Watanabe explained that the Tulip Retention Pond was constructed to handle the storm water runoff on Tulip Drive. He stated that it was grant funded by the EPA; construction was started in August 2016 and completed in December 2016; the project is now in the monitoring and testing phase. He provided details on the storm water discharge system in the City; showed pictures of the site before and after; and stated that creation of this retention pond resulted in a pocket park. He explained that the monitoring is for water quality and with the drought that monitoring time has been compressed into a shorter period. He stated that the pond is approximately 10 feet deep in the middle with sloping sides to prevent possible accidents. He stated that all the feedback he has received from surrounding residents is positive. 8. Public Input— None Natural Resources Board Meeting Minutes of June 6, 2017 9. Staff Matters Item A. Attached is the NRB roster Page 3 Mr. Progulske stated that the NRB roster was not included in the packet. He explained that his and Ms. Tunker's terms expire in July, but they can remain on the Board until a replacement is found. Mr. Watanabe confirmed that was correct. Item B. Confirmation of Earth Dav for Saturday. April 21. 2018. Mr. Progulske stated that Saturday, April 21, 2018 is the date selected for Earth Day and ask Ms. Glaser if she would act as chairperson again in 2018. Ms. Glaser responded she would. Mr. Watanabe stated that date is confirmed for Earth Day to have the park. Item C. Schedule July meetino date due to Julv 4th beino the first Tuesdav A motion to not hold the July meeting was made by Mr. Clifton, seconded by Ms. Tunker and passed unanimously by voice vote. Ms. Glaser stated that she agreed because of summer vacations. Mr. Progulske stated that the next meeting of the NRB would be August 1, 2017. Mr. Watanabe reported that he has in hand the Army Corp of Engineers permit for the reconstruction of the piers at the Yacht Club and expects to have the remaining 3 permits shortly. 10. Member Matters Mr. Progulske reported that he had received an email from one of the Eagle Scouts that worked on the Oyster Bag project to earn a merit badge expressing interest in doing another project in Sebastian. He stated that he plans to meet with the boy and determine his interests and find a project that would be beneficial to the City and challenging to the boy. Mr. Watanabe stated that there are possible projects associated with the storm water areas and another Oyster Bag project that could be developed if there is interest. 11. Items for Next Agenda Ms. Glaser asked that Earth Day be removed from the agenda. Mr. Progulske asked that interim election of board members be placed on the agenda. 12. Admiourn — There being no further business Vice Chairman Progulske adjourned the meeting at 6:20 p.m. LE Vice Chairman Bob Progulske Date: /sm SEAT-" HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND Board Meetina Date: NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA TRANSMITTAL FORM October 3. 2017 Aaenda Item and Title: 7. New Business; A. Earth Day Celebration 2018 a) Date b) Budget c) Responsibilities Recommendation: Backaround: Each year the Board determines the date of the Event and which members will take on a selected list of responsibilities for the Event. If Agenda Item Reauires Expenditure of Funds: Total Budgeted Amount: $1500.00 Attachments: M� SE�TIAN HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND Board Meetina Date NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA TRANSMITTAL FORM October 3, 2017 Aqenda Item and Title: 7. New Business: B. Role of Natural Resources Board Recommendation: Discussion regarding the mission and intent of the Natural Resources Board. Backaround: In 2011, the City Council merged the Temporary Environmental Advisory Committee with the Landscape Advisory Board to create the Natural Resources Board. Attached please find the Boards mission and duties. If Agenda Item Reauires Expenditure of Funds: NA Attachments: City of Sebastian Division 6, Ordinance 2-240 and 2-241 establishing the Natural Resources Board. Sec. 2-240. - Natural resources board; creation. There is hereby created a natural resources board, which shall consist of seven regular members and two alternate members. Meeting shall be held at such times and places as determined. by the city council and shall be open to the public. (Ord. No. 0-07-11, § 1, 6-27-07) Sec. 2-241. - Natural resources board; mission and duties. Mission statement: To improve the quality of life in Sebastian by nurturing the beneficial relationship between our citizens and our environment by protecting, preserving and promoting our natural resources. In pursuit of this mission, the natural resources board will provide analysis and advice to the city council on environmental issues with a three -pronged focus on Preservation & Enhancement, Regulatory Programs and Public Assets Management. Preservation and Enhancement guidance will feature: a. efforts for the protection of historic, specimen and protected trees; b. development of initiatives and programs for conservation of sensitive lands and open space, to be pursued both within the city proper and regionally on an intergovernmental basis; c. spearheading public education and awareness events such as the Champion Tree Program, Arbor Day and Earth Day celebrations; and d. a model for monitoring and enhancing the urban forest and protected species within the habitat. Regulatory Programs guidance will feature: a. periodic review of the tree protection and landscape code provisions to formulate recommended amendments; b. proposals for development of additional areas of environmental protection regulations; and c. formulation of policy considerations to be used as guidelines by the Planning and Zoning Commission in considering land development regulations. Public Assets Management guidance will feature: a. proposed planting of trees or landscaping; and b. developing environmental best management practices to be employed by the city. The city council may assign or request additional activities by the board. (Ord. No. 0-07-11, § 2, 6-27-07) Page 1