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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/01/2001 1225 Main Stxeet ~ Sebastian, Florida 32958 Telephone {561) 589-5330 [] Fax {561} 589-5570 City Council Information Letter June 1, 2001 Police Chief Appointment I am pleased to report that the Sebastian Police Chief selection process has hereby formally concluded with an offer of permanent employment to Interim Police Chief Jim Davis. Interestingly, the selection process was initially rather competitive, with over eighty (80) initial applications, thirteen (13) semi-finalist and five (5) finalist for the position. Via personal interviews with final candidates, a primary goal for this review process was obviously to ascertain which professional would be the 'best fit' for this administration and the community as a whole. As such, my personal feelings as well as the observations of the interview panel were concurrent that Mr. Davis is not only that individual, but also a highly qualified individual who can take the Sebastian Police Department (SPD) to the next level. In addition, references (both solicited and unsolicited, from Florida and Michigan) strongly confirmed our impressions of Mr. Davis, a person of impeccable character and leadership ability. Mr. Davis has accepted my offer of employment, whereby his official permanent tenure is anticipated to begin early July. I am therefore confident that Mr. Davis will make a fine addition to the Sebastian Management Team, as well as be someone that members of the SPD, citizenry and other constituents can respect and appreciate. National Re.qister of Historic Places Desi,qnation I am pleased to report that last week's trip to Tallahassee was successful, culminating with the Florida National Register Review Board unanimously voting in favor of the Sebastian City Hall/Old Elementary School to be included on the National Register of Historic Places. With this designation, the City of Sebastian becomes eligible for future necessary funding to finance not only recently authorized restoration efforts, but other related programs as well. As previously reported, this designation was critical in an effort to procure grant funding from the Special Category Grant Program for interior enhancements (delivered to Tallahassee earlier this week). Eligible City Council Information Letter June 1,200'1 Page 2 applications, including the City of Sebastian's, will be reviewed by the Florida Historic Preservation Advisory Council September 11th through 13th (and yes, another necessary trip to Tallahassee) and recommended to the Secretary of State for inclusion in the Department of State's legislative budget request for State Fiscal Year 2002-2003. Once approved via this process, awarded projects will be funded July 1,2002. As such and once again, our historic preservation efforts are productive as planned. Alternative Possibilities for Millennium Clock Tower Attached is a rough conceptual sketch as to how the Millennium Clock Tower can be positioned on Fellsmere Road between United States Highway One (US 1) and Indian River Drive without actually ceasing vehicle access. As directed, arrangements are underway to further analyze and assemble proposals that all involved can feel most comfortable. At this point, I am seeking further direction as to logistics to position the clock. City Council at this point simply directed staff to further evaluate the aforementioned location (contrary to numerous news reports and other commentary, this arrangement was never fully authorized as a 'done deal'). Please keep in mind that the clock is currently being assembled, as it is to be delivered later this summer for installation. Any further thoughts? Presentation by Officials from the St. John's River Water Management District - Drou.qht Conditions As discussed during your last meeting, please be advised that arrangements have been made to have a representative from the St. John's River Water Management District join us during your June 27th meeting to facilitate a general discussion on water supply, water restrictions and future relevant plans. Our initial request was for this presentation to be made during the June 13th meeting. However, this is not possible due to scheduling conflicts and other prior engagements. As such, the discussion will be made under the presentation section of the agenda, as it is our hope that this informative session will assist your efforts to direct future relevant goals and objectives for the City of Sebastian. City Council Information Letter June 1, 2001 Page 3 Golf Course Update Please find the attached memorandum as compiled and delivered by Greg Gardner that outlines the progress and anticipated schedule of events relative to the Sebastian Municipal Golf Course Renovation Program. A first major step for improvements was the closure of the back nine, which officially closed May 21st. The remaining front nine closes today, as we are still on target to reopen the course Monday October 1, 2001. We are currently reviewing bids for the driving range netting, of which there will be a final authorization required to fully implement the program. Enclosure(s): Conceptual Sketch - Clock Tower Location Memorandum from Greg Gardner My D~cuments/InfoLetted91 To: Mr. Terrance Moore, City Manager . , From: Greg Gardner, Director of Golf~/,~' Date: May 24, 2001 RE: Golf Course Progress Report As of May 24, 2001: 1. Back nine is closed. (Officially closed on May 21st, 2001) 2. Front nine will remain open through May 31st and officially close on June 1st. 3. The Golf Course grand re-opening is scheduled for October 1st, 2001. 4. During the four months the golf course is closed, the golf shop and driving range will remain open. The golf shop will tentatively be open from 9 AM to 5 PM, every day. The driving range machine (dispenses range golf balls) will be in operation during all daylight hours. 5. The construction of the new par three and hole seventeen relocation is complete. Sprigs are showing good signs of growth. 6. Links Construction has "dug-out" 12, 13, 14, & 15 green. Links has also executed bunker work on all previously mentioned holes. 7. One Source has begun leveling all tees on the back nine. Back nine tees have presently been stripped of sod. 8. One Source is in process of improving back nine fairway bunkers. 9. Irrigation is in place along entrance road, landscaping of entrance road will begin in July. 10. In process of receiving bids for driving range netting. Bid deadline is May 31st, 2001.