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HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND
SEBASTIAN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018 - 6:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
1. Mayor Hill called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Swami Anjani Cirillo gave the invocation.
3. Council Member lovino led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Jim Hill
Vice Mayor Linda Kinchen
Council Member Ed Dodd
Council Member Albert lovino
Council Member Bob McPartlan
Citv Staff Present
City Manager Joe Griffin
City Attorney James Stokes
City Clerk Jeanette Williams
Community Development Director Lisa Frazier
Assistant Administrative Services Director Cindy Watson
Police Chief Michelle Morris
Deputy Police Chief Greg Witt
5. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS - None
6. PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Presentations of proclamations, certificates and awards, and brief timely announcements by Council and Staff.
No public input or action under this heading.
18.051 A. Proclamation — National Volunteer Week — April 15 — 21, 2018
Council Member lovino read and presented the proclamation to members of the
Sebastian Volunteer Community Policing Division.
18.052 B. Proclamation - Guardian Ad Litem Month — Gary Bokas. Supervising Attornev, 19th
Judicial Circuit Court
Council Member McPartlan read and presented the proclamation to Mr. Bokas.
18.053 C. Proclamation — Child Abuse Prevention Month — Angel Robertson, Castle Parentinq
Solutions Communitv Relations Specialist
Council Member McPartlan read and presented the proclamation to Ms. Robertson.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Two
Brief Announcements
4/13/18 — Chamber Concert in Riverview Park — Ladies of Soul & LOS Band - 5:30 — 8:00 pm
4/21/18 — Natural Resources Board Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration — Riverview Park — 9 am — 4:00 pm
4/21/18 — Shredding & Electronics Recycling Event — Riverview Park (behind Speedway) 9 am to
noon and the Community Cleanup for Household Furnishings and Whitegoods — Barber
Street Sports Complex 9 am - noon
4/28118 — Waste Tire Amnesty Day — IRC Landfills — 9 am to 3 pm — no commercial tires please
Vice Mayor Kinchen announced the upcoming events.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items on the consent agenda are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of consent agenda items unless a member City Council so requests; in which event, the
item will be removed and acted upon separately. If a member of the public wishes to provide input on a consent
agenda item, he/she should request a Council Member to remove the item for discussion prior to start of the
meeting or by raising his/her hand to be recognized.
A. Approval of Minutes — March 28, 2018 Regular City Council Meeting
18.054 B. Approve Purchase of Two Cisco Catalyst Switches from Veytec in the Amount of
$22,359.58 (Transmittal, Quote)
18.055 C. Authorize the Purchase of Three 2018 Ford Explorer Detective Vehicles from Bartow
Ford Under the Charlotte County Bid #2015000418 in the Amount of $92,928.29
(Transmittal, Quote, Bid)
18.056 D. Authorize the Purchase of Two 2018 Ford Explorer Patrol Vehicles from Bartow Ford
Under the Charlotte County Bid #2015000418 in the Amount of $81,044.18
(Transmittal, Quote, Bid)
18.057 E. Approve the Purchase of One 2018 Chevy Tahoe 2WD K9 Vehicle from Alan Jay
Fleet Sales Under the National Joint Powers Alliance Bid #2018 -120716 -NAF in the
Amount of $48,514.35 (Transmittal, Quote, Contract)
18.058 F. Approve Alcoholic Beverages at Yacht Club for Feathers Event on April 29, 2018
from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm - DOB Verified (Transmittal, Application, Receipt)
18.059 G. Approve Alcoholic Beverages at Community Center for Burton Event on May 19,
2018 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm - DOB Verified (Transmittal, Application, Receipt)
Vice Mayor Kinchen asked to pull items C and D.
MOTION by Council Member Dodd and SECOND by Council Member McPartlan to approve
consent agenda items A, B, E, F and G.
ROLL CALL: Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye Council Member Dodd — Aye
Council Member lovino — Aye Council Member McPartlan — Aye
Mayor Hill — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Three
Items C and D
The City Manager said he was concerned about a news story out of West Palm Beach
where 13 Ford Explorers had engine problems. He learned it was a fuel issue that wouldn't
affect the City's purchase and recommended approval.
MOTION by Vice Mayor Kinchen and SECOND by Council Member lovino to approve the
purchase of the five 2018 Ford Explorers for the Detective and Patrol Divisions of the Police
Department.
ROLL CALL: Council Member Dodd — Aye Council Member lovino —Aye
Council Member McPartlan — Aye Mayor Hill — Aye
Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
8.GQMMIT7EE REPORTS & APPOINTMENTS
L?ry committee reports and Council Member regional committee reports. No public input or action except for City
committee member nominations and appointments under this heading.
Mayor Hill reported that at the last County Commission meeting, Sebastian's decision to
move forward with the Fire Marshal was discussed. The City Attorney advised that the
Commission did vote to write a letter requesting that they work together to resolve the fire
inspection issues. Mayor Hill and the City Attorney stated the City has not received the
letter yet.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
18.009 A. ADDrove Citv Manaoer Contract If Document Available (Transmittal)
Mayor Hill announced the document was provided to them and available. (See attached)
MOTION by Mayor Hill and SECOND by Vice Mayor Kinchen to approve the contract which
includes language regarding Mr. Carlisle's release from his contract with Glades County.
ROLL CALL: Council Member lovino — Aye Council Member McPartlan — Aye
Mayor Hill — Aye Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye
Council Member Dodd — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
18.060 B. Aoorove Agreement with FPL to Construct, Manage, and Maintain a Solar Canoov at
the Splash Pad and Authorize Citv Manaoer to Execute Appropriate Documents
(Transmittal. 2017 Presentation, Agreement)
The City Manager explained CavCorp, the Splash Pad and Dog Park were surveyed for
possible installation and staff found the Splash Pad to be an ideal location.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Four
6:27 pm
Bart Gaetjens, External Affairs Manager, introduced Nancy Flickinger, Customer Service
Manager; and thanked Joe Griffin for his many years of assistance.
Anuj Chokshi, Solar Projects Manager, said currently over 100 Sebastian residents
voluntarily participate in the solar program which showcases the community's
commitment to renewable energy. The solar structures are clean energy, they provide
shading, and bring the concept of solar energy closer to the public. He displayed a
PowerPoint of sample canopies, including what the Splash Pad canopy will look like.
(See attached)
Mr. Chokshi said the height will be about 12-14 ft. but the height could come down a
couple of feet and the 18.6 sq. ft. glass panels can be individually changed out with
minimal effort. The City Manager offered to use the existing shade canopies at other
locations if possible.
MOTION by Vice Mayor Kinchen and SECOND by Council Member Dodd to approve the
agreement with FPL to construct, manage, and maintain a solar canopy at the Splash Pad
ROLL CALL: Council Member McPartlan —Aye Mayor Hill — Aye
Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye Council Member Dodd — Aye
Council Member lovino — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
11. PUBLIC INPUT - None
12. NEW BUSINESS - None
13. CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS
14. CITY MANAGER MATTERS
The City Manager said he has reported that some test wells have been successfully drilled
by the Ar -Pat's Dry Cleaner and the FDEP Drycleaner Program's assessment will take
place for the next year and a half.
15. CITY CLERK MATTERS - None
16. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS
A. Vice Mayor Kinchen reported that she enjoyed attending the Eagle Scout Court of Honor
last Saturday.
B. Council Member Dodd welcomed the new City Manager.
C. Council Member lovino also welcomed the City Manager.
D. Council Member McPartlan did not have any matters to report.
E. Mayor Hill said he has received negative input regarding the contractor who is working
on the swales and driveways. The City Manager said he is aware of inappropriate
language and actions; he is hoping to take care of it.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Five
The City Manager reported the Dog Park is closed for maintenance and construction but
not closed for good. He offered to revise the sign.
17. Being no further business, Mayor Hill adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 6:36 p.m.
Approved at the April 25, 2018 Regular City Council meeting.
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EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND Paul E. Carlisle, Jr., City Manager
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into the 11th day of April ' 2018, by and
between the City of Sebastian, Florida, a Florida Municipal Corporation (hereinafter referred
to as "City") and Paul E. Carlisle, Jr. (hereinafter, referred to as "City Manager") pursuant to
the following terms and conditions:
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to retain Mr. Carlisle as City Manager of the City
of Sebastian; and
WHEREAS, the City expects City Manager to perform all the responsibilities and
obligations required of the City of Sebastian pursuant to the City Charter, Codes and
Ordinances, and applicable State and Federal regulations; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to provide specific terms of employment for the
position of City Manager; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carlisle is desirous of entering into an employment relationship with
the City of Sebastian to perform the services required of City Manager;
NOW THEREFORE in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the
City of Sebastian and Mr. Carlisle, hereby agree as follows:
I.
APPOINTMENT
1. The City Council hereby appoints Mr. Carlisle as the City Manager of the City
of Sebastian. Mr. Carlisle shall begin working at 8:00 a.m., May 1, 2018, working with the
outgoing City Manager for purposes of transition. When the City Council meeting on May 9,
2018, is officially adjourned, all powers, duties, and responsibilities as prescribed and
permitted by the laws of the State of Florida, the City Charter, Ordinances and other Codes of
the City of Sebastian shall be conferred upon Mr. Carlisle as City Manager. City Manager will
have the flexibility to assist Glades County in its transition to a new County Manager as
needed, including being away from Sebastian City Hall no more than one day per week
during the first month of his employment with the City.
II.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
2. This Agreement shall become effective upon execution by both parties and
receipt of documentation that the City Manager has been released from his contract by Glades
County; and it shall continue in effect until terminated pursuant to the terms of Section VII.
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
Paul E. Carlisle, Jr., City Manager
Page 2 of 5
III.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
3. The City will pay City Manager an annualized base salary of $135,000, payable
in equal bi-weekly payments; paid in the same intervals as that of other employees of the City.
The City shall increase City Manager's salary at the same interval and by the same percentage
as other managerial employees; but may increase the salary and benefits by a greater amount
in the discretion of the majority of the City Council.
4. The City hereby agrees to provide and fully pay for the City Manager and his
dependents, health insurance, vision care insurance, and dental insurance offered and
available to any other employee of the City; such benefits being subject to change if said
benefits are changed for other City employees.
5. The City shall provide and fully pay for a term life insurance policy for the City
Manager, in an amount equal to one year's salary, payable to a beneficiary of City Manager's
choosing.
6. The City agrees to contribute to its 401a retirement plan and amount equal to
nine (9%) of City Manager's base salary, or a greater amount should the City ever increase the
retirement benefit for managerial employees of the City, and that such contribution shall be
made pursuant to the terms and conditions of the 401a retirement plan currently in effect,
including any vesting schedule and any matching contribution requirements.
7. City Manager shall be vested with ten (10) vacation days upon execution of this
Agreement and, thereafter, shall accrue vacation benefits at the same rate as provided to
managerial employees of the City. Upon voluntary separation from employment with the
City, City Manager shall be entitled to compensation as non -pensionable salary for vacation
time accrued in accordance with City policy applying to managerial employees at the time of
such separation. City Manager shall take, at least, five (5) consecutive days of vacation time
off each calendar year.
8. City Manager shall accrue sick leave at the same rate provided to managerial
employees of the City. Upon voluntary separation from employment with the City, City
Manager shall be entitled to compensation as non -pensionable salary for sick time accrued in
accordance with City policy applying to managerial employees at the time of such separation.
9. City Manager shall be provided disability benefits to the same degree as
provided other managerial employees of the City.
10. The City shall provide for the payment of dues, subscriptions, and educational
seminars which enhance City Manager's professional development and service as the City
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
Paul E. Carlisle, Jr., City Manager
Page 3 of 5
Manager, to the extent provided for in the City's budget.
11. The City shall reimburse City Manager for any expenses directly related to the
performance of his duties as City Manager to the extent provide for in the City's budget.
12. In addition to accrued vacation time, City Manager shall be entitled to
discretionary time consistent with the employment policies of the City as established and
modified from time to time.
13. City Manager shall be entitled to the use of a City vehicle for business use and
personal use within twenty-five (25) miles of the City of Sebastian.
14. City Manager shall be entitled to other benefits as from time to time may be
afforded other employees of the City of Sebastian, or as granted by the City Council.
IV.
REVIEW AND EVALUATION
15. A performance evaluation will be performed in accordance with Res. R-10-05.
V.
RESIDENCY
16. On or before November 1, 2018, City Manager shall establish his primary and
regular residence within the boundaries of the City of Sebastian, and such residency shall be
maintained during the term of this Agreement. City Manager will use every effort to expedite
his relocation to the City of Sebastian.
VI.
FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT
17. The City Manager agrees to remain in the exclusive employ of the City and to
not become employed by any other employer unless termination is affected as hereinafter
provided. The term "employed" shall not be construed to include occasional teaching,
writing or consulting performed on the City Manager's time off, provided that the City
Council is advised in writing of all such occasions, in advance.
VII.
TERMINATION
18. City Manager shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council, and the City
Council may terminate this Agreement and the City Manager's employment with the City at
any time, for any lawful reason or for no reason.
19. Should City Manager be terminated without cause, he shall be entitled to
twenty (20) weeks base salary, plus pay -out of any accrued sick or vacation time to which he
is entitled pursuant to City policy.
20. City Manager may also be terminated for cause, pursuant to the provisions of
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
Paul E. Carlisle, Jr., City Manager
Page 4 of 5
Section 3.03 of the City's Charter, and other applicable law, in which case City Manager shall
not be paid any severance payment, but shall be entitled to compensation for hours worked
through his separation, as well as sick or vacation accruals as provided by City policy.
VIII.
INDEMNIFICATION
21. As set forth in State law and City ordinance, the City shall defend, hold
harmless and indemnify City Manager against any tort, professional liability claim or demand
or other legal action, whether groundless or otherwise, arising out of an alleged act or
omission by City Manager acting within the course and scope of his duties as City Manager.
IX.
GOVERNING LAW
22. This Agreement shall be subject to and governed by the laws of the State of
Florida and venue for its enforcement shall be in Indian River County, Florida. The parties
hereto expressly waive trial by jury as to any and all issues related to this Agreement and the
employment of City Manager.
X.
MODIFICATIONS
23. No provision of this Agreement may be changed or modified except by written
agreement executed by both parties hereto.
XI.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT
24. This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties and
contains all the Agreements described herein between the parties with respect to the subject
matter hereof. Said Agreement supersedes any and all other Agreements, either oral or in
writing, between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement.
XII.
NOTICES
25. All notices, consents, requests, instructions, approvals, and other
communications provided for herein shall be validly given, made or served if in writing and
delivered personally or sent by registered mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, to
the hereinafter designated address (or at such other address which shall be specified by like
notice):
To the Emolover:
City of Sebastian
Attn: Mayor
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, Florida 32958
To the Emolovee:
Paul E. Carlisle, Jr.
City of Sebastian
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, Florida 32958
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
Paul E. Carlisle, Jr., City Manager
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With a ropy to:
City Clerk
City of Sebastian
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, Florida 32958
Additionally or in the alternative:
Paul E. Carlisle, Jr.
[at home address]
XIII.
HEADINGS
26. The headings in this Agreement are for purposes of reference only and shall not
limit or otherwise affect the meaning hereof.
XIV.
ENFORCEMENT
27. In the event that it should become necessary for either party to retain the
services of an attorney to enforce the terms of this Agreement, the prevailing party in any
litigation which is brought on this Agreement shall be awarded all of its costs and expenses
incurred at the trial and all appellate levels, without respect to who is the initiating party and
shall apply to an action for declaratory relief if the party instituting it asserts specific
contentions concerning the Agreement which are filed upon by the Court.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of Sebastian has caused the Agreement to be
executed by its Mayor and duly attested by its City Clerk, and Paul E. Carlisle, Jr., has
executed this Agreement, as of the day and year first above written.
The City of Se tran
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City Attorney
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SEB`STu
HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND
SEBASTIAN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018 - 6:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
1. Mayor Hill called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Swami Anjani Cirillo gave the invocation.
3. Council Member lovino led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Jim Hill
Vice Mayor Linda Kinchen
Council Member Ed Dodd
Council Member Albert lovino
Council Member Bob McPartlan
Citv Staff Present
City Manager Joe Griffin
City Attorney James Stokes
City Clerk Jeanette Williams
Community Development Director Lisa Frazier
Assistant Administrative Services Director Cindy Watson
Police Chief Michelle Morris
Deputy Police Chief Greg Witt
5. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS - None
6. PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Presentations of proclamations, certificates and awards, and brief timely announcements by Council and Staff.
No public input or action under this heading.
18.051 A. Proclamation — National Volunteer Week — April 15 — 21, 2018
Council Member lovino read and presented the proclamation to members of the
Sebastian Volunteer Community Policing Division.
18.052 B. Proclamation - Guardian Ad Litem Month — Gary Bokas. Supervising Attornev, 19th
Judicial Circuit Court
Council Member McPartlan read and presented the proclamation to Mr. Bokas.
18.053 C. Proclamation — Child Abuse Prevention Month — Angel Robertson, Castle Parentinq
Solutions Communitv Relations Specialist
Council Member McPartlan read and presented the proclamation to Ms. Robertson.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Two
Brief Announcements
4/13/18 — Chamber Concert in Riverview Park — Ladies of Soul & LOS Band - 5:30 — 8:00 pm
4/21/18 — Natural Resources Board Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration — Riverview Park — 9 am — 4:00 pm
4/21/18 — Shredding & Electronics Recycling Event — Riverview Park (behind Speedway) 9 am to
noon and the Community Cleanup for Household Furnishings and Whitegoods — Barber
Street Sports Complex 9 am - noon
4/28118 — Waste Tire Amnesty Day — IRC Landfills — 9 am to 3 pm — no commercial tires please
Vice Mayor Kinchen announced the upcoming events.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items on the consent agenda are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of consent agenda items unless a member City Council so requests; in which event, the
item will be removed and acted upon separately. If a member of the public wishes to provide input on a consent
agenda item, he/she should request a Council Member to remove the item for discussion prior to start of the
meeting or by raising his/her hand to be recognized.
A. Approval of Minutes — March 28, 2018 Regular City Council Meeting
18.054 B. Approve Purchase of Two Cisco Catalyst Switches from Veytec in the Amount of
$22,359.58 (Transmittal, Quote)
18.055 C. Authorize the Purchase of Three 2018 Ford Explorer Detective Vehicles from Bartow
Ford Under the Charlotte County Bid #2015000418 in the Amount of $92,928.29
(Transmittal, Quote, Bid)
18.056 D. Authorize the Purchase of Two 2018 Ford Explorer Patrol Vehicles from Bartow Ford
Under the Charlotte County Bid #2015000418 in the Amount of $81,044.18
(Transmittal, Quote, Bid)
18.057 E. Approve the Purchase of One 2018 Chevy Tahoe 2WD K9 Vehicle from Alan Jay
Fleet Sales Under the National Joint Powers Alliance Bid #2018 -120716 -NAF in the
Amount of $48,514.35 (Transmittal, Quote, Contract)
18.058 F. Approve Alcoholic Beverages at Yacht Club for Feathers Event on April 29, 2018
from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm - DOB Verified (Transmittal, Application, Receipt)
18.059 G. Approve Alcoholic Beverages at Community Center for Burton Event on May 19,
2018 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm - DOB Verified (Transmittal, Application, Receipt)
Vice Mayor Kinchen asked to pull items C and D.
MOTION by Council Member Dodd and SECOND by Council Member McPartlan to approve
consent agenda items A, B, E, F and G.
ROLL CALL: Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye Council Member Dodd — Aye
Council Member lovino — Aye Council Member McPartlan — Aye
Mayor Hill — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Three
Items C and D
The City Manager said he was concerned about a news story out of West Palm Beach
where 13 Ford Explorers had engine problems. He learned it was a fuel issue that wouldn't
affect the City's purchase and recommended approval.
MOTION by Vice Mayor Kinchen and SECOND by Council Member lovino to approve the
purchase of the five 2018 Ford Explorers for the Detective and Patrol Divisions of the Police
Department.
ROLL CALL: Council Member Dodd — Aye Council Member lovino —Aye
Council Member McPartlan — Aye Mayor Hill — Aye
Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
8.GQMMIT7EE REPORTS & APPOINTMENTS
L?ry committee reports and Council Member regional committee reports. No public input or action except for City
committee member nominations and appointments under this heading.
Mayor Hill reported that at the last County Commission meeting, Sebastian's decision to
move forward with the Fire Marshal was discussed. The City Attorney advised that the
Commission did vote to write a letter requesting that they work together to resolve the fire
inspection issues. Mayor Hill and the City Attorney stated the City has not received the
letter yet.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
18.009 A. ADDrove Citv Manaoer Contract If Document Available (Transmittal)
Mayor Hill announced the document was provided to them and available. (See attached)
MOTION by Mayor Hill and SECOND by Vice Mayor Kinchen to approve the contract which
includes language regarding Mr. Carlisle's release from his contract with Glades County.
ROLL CALL: Council Member lovino — Aye Council Member McPartlan — Aye
Mayor Hill — Aye Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye
Council Member Dodd — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
18.060 B. Aoorove Agreement with FPL to Construct, Manage, and Maintain a Solar Canoov at
the Splash Pad and Authorize Citv Manaoer to Execute Appropriate Documents
(Transmittal. 2017 Presentation, Agreement)
The City Manager explained CavCorp, the Splash Pad and Dog Park were surveyed for
possible installation and staff found the Splash Pad to be an ideal location.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Four
6:27 pm
Bart Gaetjens, External Affairs Manager, introduced Nancy Flickinger, Customer Service
Manager; and thanked Joe Griffin for his many years of assistance.
Anuj Chokshi, Solar Projects Manager, said currently over 100 Sebastian residents
voluntarily participate in the solar program which showcases the community's
commitment to renewable energy. The solar structures are clean energy, they provide
shading, and bring the concept of solar energy closer to the public. He displayed a
PowerPoint of sample canopies, including what the Splash Pad canopy will look like.
(See attached)
Mr. Chokshi said the height will be about 12-14 ft. but the height could come down a
couple of feet and the 18.6 sq. ft. glass panels can be individually changed out with
minimal effort. The City Manager offered to use the existing shade canopies at other
locations if possible.
MOTION by Vice Mayor Kinchen and SECOND by Council Member Dodd to approve the
agreement with FPL to construct, manage, and maintain a solar canopy at the Splash Pad
ROLL CALL: Council Member McPartlan —Aye Mayor Hill — Aye
Vice Mayor Kinchen — Aye Council Member Dodd — Aye
Council Member lovino — Aye
Motion carried 5-0.
11. PUBLIC INPUT - None
12. NEW BUSINESS - None
13. CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS
14. CITY MANAGER MATTERS
The City Manager said he has reported that some test wells have been successfully drilled
by the Ar -Pat's Dry Cleaner and the FDEP Drycleaner Program's assessment will take
place for the next year and a half.
15. CITY CLERK MATTERS - None
16. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS
A. Vice Mayor Kinchen reported that she enjoyed attending the Eagle Scout Court of Honor
last Saturday.
B. Council Member Dodd welcomed the new City Manager.
C. Council Member lovino also welcomed the City Manager.
D. Council Member McPartlan did not have any matters to report.
E. Mayor Hill said he has received negative input regarding the contractor who is working
on the swales and driveways. The City Manager said he is aware of inappropriate
language and actions; he is hoping to take care of it.
Regular City Council Meeting
April 11, 2018
Page Five
The City Manager reported the Dog Park is closed for maintenance and construction but
not closed for good. He offered to revise the sign.
17. Being no further business, Mayor Hill adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 6:36 p.m.
Approved at the April 25, 2018 Regular City Council meeting.
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