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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/09/2001 1225 Main Street [] Sebastian~ Florida 32958 Telephone (561) 589-5330 [] Fax (561~ 589-5570 City Council Information Letter February 9, 200'1 Fundin.q from Florida Department of Transportation Aviation Section - Various Capital Improvements I am pleased to report that the City of Sebastian enjoys an opportunity to accept a grant offer from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Aviation Section to finance various capital improvements to benefit Sebastian Municipal Airport (SMA). Primary projects to be funded from this specific award include paved access and water availability to industrial property at SMA. In addition, the creation of permanent access to the east side of the airport will be established, to incorporate modifications to existing golf facilities located on airport property. The total financial commitment to be outlined in the respective grant agreement totals $750,000 (figure to include the respective 20% match contribution from the Airport Enterprise Fund). As such, a recommendation is being made during next week's meeting to authorize a change order to the recently approved agreement with Links Construction for the relocation of golf course hole 11 and tee box 17, via financing from the Airport Enterprise Fund to accomplish this project. Once respective tasks are completed, the City of Sebastian will be committed to the long term goal of reopening Runway 9-27, per the aforementioned grant award, as well as future funding and master planning being programmed accordingly. A respective presentation will be included with the recommendation, so as to also address specific questions and/or concerns. Implementation of County Road 512 Beautification Program Presentation to the Indian River County Commission Please be advised that arrangements have been made to make a presentation to the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners City Council Information Letter February 9, 200'1 Page 2 relative to the City of Sebastian's proposal for various beautification programs to benefits aesthetics of County Road 512. You all will recall plans that culminated the recently completed charrette exercise, including recommendations for median and right-of-way enhancements. The presentation will take place during the Tuesday March 6th meeting, to include myself, Director of Growth Management Tracy Hass and Marcela Camblor (the same young lady from the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council who conducted the respective January 10th presentation). For those of you who are able, please join us, as our overall goal will be to solicit investment for improvements. Historic Districting - Recommendations Please find the attached letter as compiled and delivered per my direction by historic preservation expert Christiana Jackson, which outlines recommendations as to how the City of Sebastian can effectively address historic districting in the community. The primary basis for respective recommendations involves the compilation of a survey of Palmetto Avenue and Louisiana Avenue southwards, including a number of buildings along United States Highway One (US1) such as the Old Gallery Antiques shop, as well as other buildings along Main Street. A resulting boundary may be employed to create a local historic district. A respective ordinance will then be required to govern the designation. Once the City of Sebastian completes the process of pursuing the National Historic Designation for City Hall, tasks will be initiated to ascertain the possibility of establishing a historic district in Sebastian. I will keep you all informed accordingly. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report Attached is your personal copy of the Fiscal Year 1999/2000 City of Sebastian Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. You will notice that a presentation will be provided by the City's audit firm relative to the community's financial health during next week's meeting. Feel free to review the document so as to compile questions and/or comments you may have for representatives from Hoyman, Dobson and Company, P.A. City Council Information Letter February 9, 200'1 Page 3 Dedication Ceremonies - O'Halloran and Winin,qer Please be advised that the installation of the Kay O'Halloran Memorial Bench and Martha Wininger Memorial Marker are underway, as dedication ceremonies will take place Tuesday February 20th at 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. respectively (O'Halloran along Indian River Drive near other memorial benches and Wininger on Schumann Drive just west of US1). Please join us if your schedules permit, as family members have also been contacted to participate as well. City of Sebastian Health Fair Please find the attached memorandum as compiled and delivered by Safety/Benefits Specialist Marge Poole announcing to all city employees about the City of Sebastian Health Fair to be held Wednesday February 21st in the City Council Chambers from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This program, sponsored in part by the Sebastian River Medical Center, will provide blood profile examinations, heart screenings, mammography, vision and blood pressures checks, and other reviews for those whom may be interested. As with all employees, I wish to invite you to participate if interested, as an opportunity exists to discuss any respective health concerns. Reminder - Concert in the Park Just a reminder that the next Sebastian Concert in the Park series will be initiated Thursday February 15th 5:30 p.m. at Riverview Park. This month's performance will be conducted by Mack McHale and the Old Time Radio Band. Concerts will also take place during the months of March and April, including tentatively scheduled performances by the Sebastian River High School Band and Chorus. As always, join in on the fun if at all possible. Enclosure(s): Letter from Christiana Jackson Memorandum from Marge Poole Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Personal Copy My Docu ments/InfoLetter77 CHI~I~TIANA 1~. JACK~O~ January 29, 2001 City of Sebastian Terrance Moore, City Manager 1225 Main Street Sebastian, FL 32958 1723 OLD DIXIE HIGHWAY S.W. VERO BEACH, FL 32962 (561) 794-2379 Dear Mr. Moore, I am writing to you regarding yom' request for a proposal to investigate the possibility of establishing an historic district in the City of Sebastian. Sebastian has several amazing historic sites which, thus far, still retain much of their original integrity, however a majority of these sites are scattered around the city. I have visibly surveyed the area several times by myself and with both Bonnie Dearborne of the Bureau of Historic Preservation and Ruth Stanbridge, County Commissioner and county historian. The results found that the percentage ofinfill; which includes non- contributing buildings and vacant lots, outweighs the percentage of historic buildings in any one given area. The greatest conglomeration of historic buildings, which has the most potential of earning National Register or local historic district status would be along Palmetto Ave. and a portion of Louisiana Avenue. A complete and updated architectural survey of this area is required to determine the exact boundaries for this potential district. Therefore, in an ettbrt to preserve the character of those historic areas and buildings which exemplify the early life and development of Sebastim~, I would like to make the following recommendations: Complete a careful survey of Palmetto Avenue and Louisiana southwards, including a number of buildings along USI such as the Old Gallery Antiques shop and along Main Street. Use this boundary to create a local historic district. Create an ordinance to protect and uphold the guidelines you and the citizens will establish to preserve this district. This method is the only effective method to control growth and ensure the preservation of that specific area. Use the same survey to determine whether this area would be eligible for the National Register of Historic Districts. This status, however, will not provide any legal protection for the area, but only prestige. If any nominated properties are located near a federal highway, then the National Register does provide for mitigation which thwarts harm to the historic building, for example, if the federal government were to widen USI. In an effort to preserve the character and integrity of the remaining historic structures scattered around the city, I would suggest the following: For the local city government to create an ordinance which provides for a local historic landmarks program. As a result, local residents and newcomers would be more likely to preserve those historic buildings designated as local landmarks. 4 Determine which buildings in the city are eligible for the National Register of Historic Places and to have those buildings individually listed on the National Register. Bonnie Dearborne has informed me, there is grant money available for many of these tasks which can be done within your city government or by outside consultants. Regarding the ordinance, I have attached a list of attorneys who specialize in preservation law and are willing to review any drafts made by your city attorney. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call upon me. 01'/0[ HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND 1225 MAIN STREET · SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE: (561) 589-5330 · FAX (561) 589-5570 INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM To: From: Subject: Date: ALL EMPLOYEES Marge Poole, Safety/Benefits Specialist HEALTH FAIR February 8, 2001 We will be conducting a Health Fair with representatives from Sebastian River Hospital for the employees of the City of Sebastian on Wednesday, FEBRUARY 21, 2001. The Health Fair will be held in the City Council Chambers from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. For those who elect to have a Blood Profile done, it will be necessary for you to fast for 6 hours prior to having the blood drawn. A PSA screening for prostrate cancer will be done in conjunction with the Blood Profile for our male employees. In addition to the Blood Profile, employees will have an opportunity to have an EKG test, their Blood Pressure taken, Vision Check, Body Fat Analysis and information relating to Bone Density testing and Mammography screening. This will be a good time to ask any questions you may have about some of the medical procedures you have heard about or are considering having done. Also, it will be a good time to discuss any health issues you are concerned about. Hope To See You There! "An Equal Opportunity Employer" Celebrating Our 75th Anniversary