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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11251997 CITY OF SEBASTIAN CITIZEN ADVISORY TASK FORCE BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 25, 1997 Chmn. Dabrowski called the meeting to order at 7:04 P.M. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: UNEXCUSED ABSENCE: Thomas Connelly Chmn. Dabrowski George Reid Anthony Donini ALSO PRESENT: MINUTES: VC Salvatore Neglia Chuck Neuberger(a) Cindy Lou Dierkes(a) Robert Massarelli, Community Development Director Ann Brack, Recording Secretary (10/28/97) MOTION by Connelly/Reid I move that the minutes be accepted. A voice vote was taken. 6 - 0 motion carried. OLD BUSINESS: A. RIVERFRONT PARKING Mr. Massarelli opened the discussion, explaining a project which he and Mr. Miller from CRA performed on site by the CAV Corp property. He noted that they took further measurements, checked angles, and looked at issues in the area. He then explained the modifications they made to the site plan. He noted that a swale in that area will be replaced with a storm sewer as well as replacing the storm sewer at Coolidge. This would allow Indian River Drive to be shifted to the west approximately thirteen (13) feet. He also noted that the City Engineer's primary concern was that the approaches for this shift (curves) would be designed for thirty (30) MPH speed limits. He then noted that there will be two (2) more parking spaces on the north end of the parking area, near the picnic table. He pointed out three (3) spaces that will be lost on the southern end. There was discussion about the street lighting along Fellsmere Road. Mr. Neuberger suggested another picnic table at the south end of the easternmost parking area., or one or more bicycle racks. CITIZEN ADVISORY TASK FORCE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 25, 1997 There was discussion on traffic direction and flow in the subject area. Mr. Massarelli noted that he would research the intersection of U.S. 1 and CR 512 and report his findings in a memo to this Board. Mr. Neglia mentioned handicap parking, and staff suggested designating two (2) spaces at the south end of the parking area, near the observation deck. There was discussion on type of car stops. The members indicated that they prefer wood or timber car stops, which would have to be kept short enough to clear the low-slung undercarriages of newer automobiles. Thcre was discussion about the Type A curb and the drainage along the median. MOTION by Neglia/Neuberger I make a motion that we send to the Planning and Zoning Board, with the amended recommendations, and the (conceptual) site plan. Roll call: Thomas Connelly - yes Salvatore Neglia - yes Chmn. Dabrowski - yes Cindy Lou Dierkes(a) - yes George Reid - yes The vote was 5 - 0. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: None PUBLIC INPUT: None CHAIRMAN MATTERS: Chnm. Dabrowski again noted that he likes the plan, it is user friendly, and functional. MEMBERS MATTERS: Mr. Neglia noted that the plan seems to be working out well, and this committee is working well together, and he is happy with the way things are handled. Mr. Connelly noted the handicap parking on the subject site and discussion ensued. Mr. Massarelli explained the southerly designation for this parking and it was acceptable. STAFF MATTERS: Mr. Massarelli noted that the Grant runs out in January, and suggested requesting a six (6) month extension. Mr. Neuberger asked if there would be any penalty if this extension is requested, and CITIZEN ADVISORY TASK FORCE BOARD MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 25, 1997 Mr. Massarelli responded that there would not be a penalty. MOTION by Neuberger/Neglia I'd offer a motion then that this City Council request the standard six (6) month extension of the Riverfront - Community Development Block Grant. Roll call: Chuck Neuberger(a) - yes Thomas Connelly - yes Chmn. Dabrowski - yes George Reid - yes Salvatore Neglia - yes The vote was 5 - 0. Motion carried. Mr. Massarelli then noted that the next meeting would normally fall between Christmas and New Year's. He mentioned that he doesn't see a need for another meeting that soon, but there may be issues coming up in the future that would need the attention of this Board. There was consensus to cancel the December meeting and plan other meetings as needed. Mr. Massarelli thanked the Board members for being a good committee. He noted compromise and working well together and his pleasure at working with them. MOTION by Connelly/ I move to adjourn. A voice vote was taken. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:08 P.M. (12/2/97 AB) CITIZEN ADVISORY TASK FORCE MI'NUTES OF MEETING HELD APPROVED AT MEETING HELD . DAV,!/D DABROWSKI, CHAIRPERSON ANN BRACK, RECORDI'NG SECRETARY GERRY KUBES, SECRETARY City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET E SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 329.58 TELEPHONE (561) $89-$$37 [] FAX ($61) $89-2566 AGENDA CITIZEN ADVISORY TASK FORCE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1997 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: 4. MINUTES: APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF 10/28/97 5. OLD BUSINESS: A. RIVERFRONT PARKING 6. NEW BUSINESS: 7. PUBLIC INPUT: 8. CHAIRMAN'S MATTERS: 9. MEMBERS MATTERS: 10. STAFF MATTERS: 11. ADJOURN: NOTE: IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT 589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING. TWO OR MORE ELECTED OFFICIALS MAY BE IN ATTENDANCE. AGENDA. DOC City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET rq SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE ($61) $89-$$37 [] FAX (561) 589-2566 PUBLIC MEETING CITY OF SEBASTIAN 1225 MAIN STREET INDIAN RIVER COUNTY FLORIDA 'IIqE CITIZEN ADVISORY TASK FORCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RiVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, WILL HOLD A REGULAR MEETING ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1997, AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. DES, SEC rAR¥ ANN BRACK, RECORDING SECRETARY CITIZEN ADVISORY TASK FORCE NOTE: IF ANY PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, HE/SHE WILL 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: 1N 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 IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING. TWO OR MORE CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS MAY BE IN ATTENDANCE OF THIS MEETING. PUBMTG.DOC