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1225 Main Street [] Sebastian~ Florida 32958
Telephone (561~ 589-5330 [] Fax {561} 589-5570
City Council Information Letter
March 24, 2000
Exit Report by Martha Campbell
Please find the attached exit report as compiled by Martha Campbell relative
to status reports regarding various engineering projects citywide. As you
may recall, today is her last day of employment with the City of Sebastian, in
which she worked diligently to prepared this document before her departure.
Projects outlined in the report range from those related to the highly
anticipated Sebastian Stormwater Master Plan to various programs soon to
conclude like the Elkcam Canal Renovation, Schumann Drive
Reconstruction and Phase I of the citywide paving initiative. As such,
various city staff members are positioned to complete applicable
outstanding tasks, as the recruitment process for Sebastian's next city
engineer is currently underway.
SuperUnicom System for Sebastian Municipal Airport
Please find the attached letter delivered to Matthew Thys, Aviation
Supervisor, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), relative to a
request for funding to help finance a SuperUnicom System for Sebastian
Municipal Airport (SMA). As you may already realize, no full-scale
communications system is current in place at SMA. A SuperUnicom is an
automated unit, which, among other features, provides both wind and traffic
advisories to pilots and other parties stationed at airports. As such, during
deliberations with FDOT staff for master planning and various funding
opportunities, we began prioritizing capital needs, as this request represents
a first financial commitment in effort to enhance operations accordingly.
City Council Information Letter
March 24, 2000
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Request for Water Connection West of Railroad
Please find the attached letter as compiled and delivered by Donald Hubbs,
Director, Indian River County Department of Utilities in response to our
request for water infrastructure to be installed west of railroad tracks in our
community (per direction provided during the March 8th City Council
meeting). As outlined in Mr. Hubbs letter, our requisition is to be staffed so
as to expedite the process. Days after our request however, other business
owners have contacted the City Manager's Office about similar
arrangements to accommodate their structures (in fact, I have a meeting
scheduled next week to discuss such logistics with others interested in like
services from the Water Expansion Program). As such, consent from the
City Council regarding such action may be required, as we will be in position
to request such, if necessary, during future meetings.
Enclosures:
Exit Report by Martha Campbell
Letter to Matthew Thys
Letter from
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City of Sebastian
1225 MAIN STREET a SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958
TELEPHONE (561) 589-5330 D FAX(561) 589-5570
March 21, 2000
Matthew J. Thys, Aviation Supervisor
Florida Department of Transportation Distdct 4 Aviation Section
3400 W. Commercial Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309-3421
Re: SuperUnicom for Sebastian Municipal Airport
Dear Mr. Thys:
In response to your conversation with Jason Milewski on March 9, 2000 relative to funding for a
SuperUnicom System at Sebastian Municipal Airport, the City of Sebastian wishes to formally
request that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Aviation Section participate in the
purchase of said equipment, as we are currently in position to facilitate necessary arrangements
via the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
A SuperUnicom is an automated unit that provides wind and traffic advisories (among other
features) to pilots. For our purposes, the unit is preferable to that of an AWOS due to its
functions and minimal maintenance costs. It operates on the same frequency as the common
traffic advisory frequency and is FAA and FCC certified.
The City of Sebastian feels that this equipment is necessary to facilitate safety for all airport
operations. Under existing circumstances, there is no way for a pilot to determine appropriate
runway usage without following FAA standard flying procedures, while looking for the windsock.
Due to the intense frequency of skydiving activities, danger is eminent, as aircraft must fly
directly through the drop zone. Additionally, because pilots and passengers are looking at the
ground instead of up and out for traffic (or skydivers), disaster becomes possible.
The installation of this equipment will not only improve safety, but also allow for further growth
and development by improving the marketability and competitiveness of Sebastian Municipal
Airport. The total pdce of the unit is $38,600.00 along with a shipping and handling fee of
$375.00 for a total amount of $38,975.00. I have enclosed a copy of the quote as received from
SuperUnicom, along with their sole-source information.
The City of Sebastian looks forward to FDOT's participation, as an excellent opportunity exists to
enhance operations at Sebastian Municipal Airport. Should you have questions and/or require
additional information, feel free to contact Jason Milewski by calling (561)581-0111.
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City Manager Jason Milewski, Airport Intern
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES
1840 25th Street, Veto Beach, Florida 32960
Mr. Terrence R. Moore, City Manager
City of Sebastian
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, FL 32958
Dear Mr. Moore:
We're in receipt of your letter dated March 13, 2000, and will proceed with
your request. Although we have a number of assessment projects ahead of
your request, we will staff your requisition in order to facilitate an
expeditious project.
Thank you in advance for your helpfulness, and that of your Council as well.
If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to contact me.
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Donald R. Hubbs, P.E.
Director; Department of Utility Services
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CC: Jim Chandler, County Administrator
Dan Chastam, Assessments Manager
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