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Home My WebLink AboutE-7 Resolution Working Waterfront ExtensionATTACHMENT E-7 RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2023 UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM WHEREAS, THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FL is interested in carrying out the following described project for the enjoyment of the citlzanryof SEBASTIAN and the State of Florida: Project Title WORKING WATERFRONT EXTENSION Total Estimated Cost $ 120.000.00 Brief DescriQQlion of Pm,iect: Expansion of the Working Waterfront submerged land lease and commercial fishing dock to accommodate additional commercial fishing vessels and aquaculture to support the continued history and economic viability of Sebastian's commercial fishing industry. Phase I grant application to support the permitting and design of this project. AND, Florida Inland Navigation District financial assistance is required for the program mentioned above, NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the CITY OF SEBASTIAN (Name ofAgenc7') that the project described above be authorized, AND, be it further resolved that said CITY OF SEBASTIAN (Name of Agency) make application to the Florida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 50% of the actual cost of the project in behalf of said CITY OF SEBASTIAN (Name ofAgency) AND, be it further resolved by the CITY OF SEBASTIAN (Name ofAgenry) that it certifies to the following: 1. That it will accept the terms and conditions set forth in FIND Rule 66B-2 F.A.C. and which will be a part of the Project Agreement for any assistance awarded under the attached proposal. 2. That it is in complete accord with the attached proposal and that it will carry out the Program in the manner described in the proposal and any plans and specifications attached thereto unless prior approval for any change has been received from the District. (1) FormNo.90-21 (Effeclivedam 12-17-90,Rev. 10-14.92) That it has the ability and intention to finance its share of the cost of the project and that the project will be operated and maintained at the expense of said CITY OF SEBASTIAN for public use. 4. That it will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color or national origin in the use of any property or facility acquired or developed pursuant to this proposal, and shall comply with the terms and intent of the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, P. L 88-352 (1964) and design and construct all facilities to comply fully with statutes relating to accessibility by persons with disabilities as well as other federal, state and local laws, rules and requirements. That it will maintain adequate financial records on the proposed project to substantiate claims for reimbursement 6. That it will make available to FIND if requested, a post -audit of expenses incurred on the project prior to, or in conjunction with, request for the final 10% of the funding agreed to by FIND. This is to certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a resolution duly and legally adopted by the CITY OF SEBASTIAN VlV.2?UNCIL at a legal meeting (AgeacyGove ung o i held on this 22"n day of MARCH 2O23. The forgoing Resolution was moved for adoption by Council Member - Dodd The motion was seconded by Council Member Dixon and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Mayor Fred Jones ayEl Vice Mayor Chris Nunn aye Council Member Kelly Dixon aye Council Member Ed Dodd W _ Council Member Bob McPartlan aye (2) Form No. 90-21 (Effective dare 12-17-90, Rev 10-14-92) The Mayor thereupon declared this Resolution duly passed and adopted this 22vd day of March 2023. CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA By;-�"�---� Mayor Fred Jones ATTEST: IeAette Williams, MMC C* Clerk Approved as to Form and Content for - - - Reliance by the City of Sebastian Only: jj�', Inter City Attorney (3) FwmNo. 90-21 (Effemi„o date 12-17-90, Rev.10-14-92) .IDO SEa A T—" HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND CITY COUNCIL AGENDA TRANSMITTAL Council Meeting, Date: March 22, 2023 A�,cnda Item Title: ATTACHMENT E-7 RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2023 UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM —WORKING WATERFRONT EXTENSION Recommendation: Approve ATTACHMENT E-7 RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2023 UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM -WORKING WATERFRONT EXTENSION Background: The City is pursuing a grant from the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) to assist with the funding for a project entitled WORKING WATER_ FROINT EXTENSION in the amount of $120.000. The City of Sebastian and the Fisherman's landing Sebastian (FLS) are working together to secure necessary funding in order to expand the Working Waterfront facilities and secure safe harbor for our commercial and aquaculture industry. Currently, commercial fishing vessels and aquaculturalist are at risk of losing a place to conduct business here in Sebastian and along the east coast of Florida. Many existing marina facilities are no longer interested in accommodating commercial fishing vessels in exchange for more lucrative and smaller space for recreational vessels. Several compelling reasons support the City's desire to expand this facility, including: 1. Economic importance of the Industry to the State of Florida. 2. Very few locations along the east coast available for commercial fishing vessels to offload, distributors to load, and aquaculturist to process. 3. City of Sebastian's commitment to expanding working waterfront facility in order to am= the viability of the historic industry in the City. 4. Incompatible uses pushing out the industry. Recreational fishing/boats and private mainas/slips. 5. Aquaculture industry beneficial to the water quality of the Lagoon. 6. Location close to Sebastian Inlet allows for may access to Atlantic. 7. Importance of the "Fresh fmm Florida" campaign 8. Fishing industry mainly family owned and part of the heritage of Florida. The City recognized that the existing facilities at the Fisherman's Landing Working Waterfront Park is smaller in size than adjacent private marinas along the Sebastian waterfront and has taken steps with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to expand the existing Submerged Lend Lease. The FIND grant will provide the opportunity to expand the docks and slips necessary to accommodate the ever expanding need for more slip space for the commercial fisherman and our existing clam and oyster aquaculture farms. The grant funding will provide assistance for Phase I of the project whicb will include all permitting and design, including the submerged land lease extension and bid documents. Application for the grant is due March 27, 2023 and requires an official resolution in the District format, Form No. 90-21. If Aeenda Item Remakes Expenditure of Funds: Budgeted Amount: $40,000.00 CRA Budget Total Cost: $120,000 Funds to Be Utilized for Appropriation: $60,000 Grant Funding/$40,000 CRA/$20,000 DST Reserves Attachments: 1. ATTACHMENT E-7 RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2023 UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - WORKING WATERFRONT EXTENSION Administrative Services Depart CRe ;' City Attorney Review: / A Procurement Division ew,i applica6l: City Manager Autisoriration: Date: