HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-27-1999 City of Sebastian, Florida
1225 Main Street [] Sebastian~ Florida 32958
Telephone (561) 589-5330 [] Fax {561) 589-5570
City Council Information Letter
August 27, 1999
Multiple A,qenc¥ Crime Enforcement (MACE)
Please find the attached correspondence from a concerned citizen
expressing his/her support of the MACE program in our community. When
delivered, I was asked to make certain that it is provided to all of you. You
will recall questions raised during both the August 4th and 18th budget
workshops about the necessity to continue with this effort. I am still in the
process of gathering data to help explain why the program is (or is not)
necessary in the City of Sebastian.
Complaints from Roseland Residents
During the last two weeks, I received several telephone calls from residents
of unincorporated Roseland, primarily voicing concerns about Skydive
Sebastian and the upcoming national competition as scheduled to take
place at Sebastian Municipal Airport later next month. Many of the concerns
expressed happens to be similar to mine, as they will be incorporated into a
proposed agreement to be presented to you during your September 8th
meeting (e.g. specific drop zones, use of runways, parking, security, etc.).
Good municipal government management involves the notion of friendly
relations with neighboring communities. However, I am not certain as to
why Roseland residents feel that Sebastian City Hall is required to respond
on their behalf for every possible occasion. As such, perhaps a policy
should be considered in efforts to specifically address such matters. If you
prefer, I would be more than happy to provide recommendations.
City Council Information Letter
August 27, 1999
Page 2
Staff Transition at the Press Journal Newspaper
Please be advised that Vicki Donnelly of the Press Journal has formally
submitted her resignation, effective Monday August 30, 1999. As such,
James Kirley will be the reporter covering Sebastian issues during the next
several weeks. Yesterday, I met with Bradley Buck, the newly appointed
bureau chief for the Press Journal Sebastian Office. He explained that the
process had begun to recruit a veteran reporter to cover Sebastian issues
(specifically Sebastian City Hall). I will inform you once the selection is
formally made, as Mr.. Buck agreed to keep this office informed accordingly.
Reminder - Mediation in Orlando, Monday AuRust 30th
Just a reminder that I will be out of the office during much of the day Monday
August 30th, as I will attend (with City Attorney Richard Stringer) a mediation
hearing in Orlando regarding the Michelle Morris case against the City of
Sebastian. I plan to return later that evening, whereby I will stop by City Hall
to. ascertain tasks that may require immediate attention. As such, please
leave any messages you may have for me with Executive Assistant Jean
Tarbell, as I will respond to them as soon as possible that evening.
Thank You Indian River County!
Please find attached a thank you letter from the City Manager's Office to the
Board of County Commissioners expressing appreciation for the $200,000
allocation as authorized Tuesday August 24% Hopefully, this initiative
represents a better and more productive relationship with Indian River
County, as more programs and projects are to be developed continuously.
Enclosures:
Concerned Citizen Letter
Appreciation Letter to Board of County Commissioners
My Docu m ents/InfoLetter8
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Comments concerning the Police Department and City
Employees
It has been brought to my attention that one of our
council members has made comments concerning the Multi-
Agency Task Force against drags. When someone does not
know what is happening within there own back yard they
should watch what they make comments about. The
Sebastian Police Department works with fewer officers than
vero Beach and covers more square miles. Our participation
in this program is vital to our relations with the community
and other agencies. We have a drag problem in the city
which is just as bad as Vero Beach and if we do not get the
problem under control now in the city we will be in big
trouble by the new year. All city officials should go to the
Police Department and show an interest in the over all
workings of the city. Next they should get with Public Works
and see the outstanding job they do helping our community
increase the quality of life. 1 do not want to live in a city
where a city council member is not concerned about the
quality of life for its citizens. Our city is going to grow and
we need vision from our city officials in order to do this in a
positive way. The population of Sebastian will be larger than
Veto Beach with-in a year and holding back on development
will only hurt the city. When a council member belongs to a
controversial home owners group in the city I believe that
you would have a conflict of interest or if nothing else an
ethics problem. When you become stagnant it is time to
Pnove on, 1 hope you know what I mean. Stop trying to mn
our city into the dark ages. I am writing this letter as a
citizen of Sebastian.
City of Sebastian
1225 MAIN STREET r~ SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958
TELEPHONE (561) 589-5330 u FAX (561) 589-5570
August 25, 1999
Honorable Members, Board of County Commissioners
Indian River County Fiodda
1840 25~" Street
Vero Beach, Ftodda 32960
Re: Appreciation
Dear Commissioners:
On behalf of the City of Sebastian, Ftodda, I would like to offer sincere thanks for your
agreeing to partnership with our community. The Riverview Park Expansion Program
represents a wonderful opportunity for not only Sebastian, but also all of Indian River
County as wetL
::Our goal is to begin overall improvements to both existing Riverview Park and the
'expanded area eady next year. Once the property is acquired from Geed Guys, Inc.,
arrangements for land deadng will begin, with improvements to include a passive
preservation park, mangrove fringe expansion, construction of an environmental
education pavilion and picnic area and walking trail installation. In additon, as Chairman
Ken Macht mentioned dudng yesterday's meeting, this project will be an impetus for
future economic growth and development
Again, we appreciate Indian River County's leadership in assisting our efforts. This is an
exciting time for all of us, as we will work diligently to expand quality of life opportunities.
This initiative represents a promising beginning.
City Manager
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Cc:
Mr. James Chandler, County Administrator
Honorable Mayor, Vice Mayor and City Coundl
Trac:¢ Hass, Director of Planning and Growth Management