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SEBASTIAN CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2003 - 7:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
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The Vice Mayor called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Father Morrissey, St. Sebastian Catholic Church gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL
City Council Present:
Vice-Mayor Raymond Conigiio
Councilmember Joe Barczyk
Councilmember James Hill
Councilmember Nathan McCollum
City Council Absent
Mayor Walter Barnes (excused)
Staff Present:
City Manager, Terrence Moore
City Attorney, Rich Stringer
City Clerk, Sally Maio
Deputy City Clerk, Jeanette Williams
Airport Director, Jason Milewski
City Engineer, David Fisher
Finance Director, Shai Francis
Golf Course Director, Greg Gardner
Growth Management Director, Tracy Hass
Police Chief, James Davis
Public Works Director, Terry Hill
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December 10, 2003
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AGENDA MODIFICATIONS (ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS)
Items not on the written agenda may be added only upon a unanimous vote of (.;ity Council
members (R-03-14)
It was the consensus of City Council to remove items 6D and 8D regarding the proposed
New Years' Eve celebration in Riverview Park, which was withdrawn by the applicant.
It was the consensus of City Council to add a presentation of plaque to Don Campbell as
item 6F.
6. PROCLAMATIONS~ ANNOUNCEMENTS AND/OR PRESENTATIONS
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A. Presentations - Pride in Sebastian Awards Pro.qram
The Pride in Sebastian Award for renovation was awarded to Mr. & Mrs. William
Leithiser of Anchor Village.
The Pride in Sebastian Award for new construction was awarded to Graham Hutchinson
Walgreens, Store #6991 on 9595 U.S. Highway 1.
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Presentation by Paul Tritaik, Refu.qe Manager, Pelican Island and
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - Certificates of Appreciation for Pelican Island
Centennial Celebration
Pelican Island Refuge Manager, Paul Tritaik presented certificates of appreciation to the
Vice Mayor Coniglio for the City of Sebastian, Mayor Walter Barnes, City
Manager,Terrence Moore; Public Works Director, T~rry Hill; Recreation Superintendent,
Chris McCarthy; Roads Superintendent, Jerry Converse; Engineering Technician, Brian
Greziak, Airport Director, Jason Milewski; and Police Chief Jim Davis; Police Captain
David Puscher; Police Lieutenant Bob Lockhart; Police Lieutenant Greg Witt; and Police
Officer Paul Graves. He also commended the police volunteers.
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C. Proclamation for United Way Mental Health Collaborative
Vice Mayor Coniglio presented the proclamation to Jane Coyle, Past President of the
United Way Board of Directors.
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December 10, 2003
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F. Presentation of Plaque to Mr. Don Campbell
Vice Mayor Coniglio presented a plaque of appreciation to Don Campbell who
volunteered his time to improve the Golf Course.
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Presentations by Parks & Recreation Committee Members (Public Works
Transmittal 12/2/03, Letter)
Wayne LeBoeuf, member of Parks and Recreation, spoke on pedestrian safety issues
on Indian River Drive adjacent to the boat ramps. He read the committee letter into the
record (letter is included in this agenda packet), and asked the status of the committee's
written recommendation submitted in July.
The City Manager said he would be happy to come back with a recommendation to
Council relative to the committees' letter, and initiate direction to the Engineering
Department relative to safety concerns. City Council concurred.
Jeanne Jessup, District C member of Parks and Recreation, supported the removal of
funding for development of "Southside Park" and leave it pristine.
7. ELECTION MATTERS
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A. Proclamation Callinq 3/9/04 General Election (Proclamation)
The Vice Mayor read the proclamation on behalf of Mayor Barnes, and it will be posted
in City Hall.
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Resolution No. R-03-56 - 3/9/04 General Election Matters (City Clerk Transmittal
11/18/03, R-03-56)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING THE
OFFICIAL POLLING PLACES AND OFFICES TO BE FILLED DURING, AS WELL AS AUTHORIZING
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE AND DELEGATION OF ADMINISTRATION FOR, THE GENERAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON MARCH 9, 2004; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF RESOLUTIONS OR PARTS OF
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read Resolution No. R-03-56 by title.
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December 10, 2003
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MOTION by Hill/Barczyk
"1 would move approval of Resolution No. R-03-56."
Mayor Barnes - absent
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Mr. Hill - aye
Mr. McCollum - aye
Roll Call carried 4-0
CONSENT AGENDA
All items on the consent agenda are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of consent agenda items unless a member of City Council so requests; in which event, the item will
be removed and acted upon separately.
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A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes - 11/12/03
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Approve First Amendment to Barbour Multimedia, Inc. Special Events
Videotaping Agreement (City ManagedClerk Transmittal 11/19/03, Amendment,
Agreement)
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Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Cooperative Agreement Between the
St. Johns River Water Management District and the City of Sebastian for the
Stormwater Park (City Manager Transmittal 12/3/03, Agreement)
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Authorize the Purchase of Twenty Recycled Plastic Trash Receptacles, Eight
Recycled Plastic Park Benches and Six Recycled Plastic Picnic Tables from
Southern Park and Play Systems of Melbourne for the Total Price of $10,455.20
Based on St. John's County Bid (Public Works Transmittal 12/1/03, Quote)
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Authorize the First Year Renewal of Three Year Agreement Between the City of
Sebastian and Total Print, Inc. for Printing Services of Quarterly Pelican Brief
Community Newsletter in the Amount of $8,700.00 Per Year (City Manager
Transmittal 12/3/03)
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Approve Award of Amended Contract with Regan Masonry & Concrete, Inc. for
Construction of Concrete Sidewalks and Other Miscellaneous Concrete Work on
an as Needed Basis, Subject to Terms and Conditions of the Contract for a
Period of One year with Provisions to Renew Contract on Year-to-Year Basis for
Up to Total Amended Contract Period of Three Years Upon Mutual Agreement of
Both Parties (Engineering Transmittal 12/1/03, Letter)
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Mr. Hill removed items E and G.
The City Attorney amended item G to include pricing for a 5 inch sidewalk as well.
MOTION by McCollum/Hill
"Move approval of A, B, C, D, I'm sorry A, B, C and F."
Mr. Hill - aye
Mr. McCollum - aye
Mayor Barnes - absent
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Roll Call carried 4-0
Item E - Play,qround Equipment
Mr. Hill questioned the policy of piggybacking bids rather than bidding out and going with
the piggyback if it is the best price. He recommended informal bids such as phone
quotes for the comfort of Council.
Mr. McCollum noted that formal bidding is costly.
MOTION by Hill/Barczyk
"With that I would move approval of item E."
Mr. McCollum - aye
Mayor Barnes - absent
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Mr. Hill - aye
Roll Call carried 4-0
Item G - ReRan Masonry & Concrete, Inc.
Mr. Hill expressed concern for the increased price without benefit of bidding. The City
Manager said the City's long term relationship with Regan Masonry and the numbers
presented were instrumental in the recommendation.
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MOTION by Hill/Barczyk
"With that I move approval of item F--G, item G, yes as amended."
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Mr. Hill - aye
Mr. McColium - aye
Mayor Barnes - absent
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Roll Call carried 4-0
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS - None
10. PUBLIC HEARING
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Resolution No. R-03-51 Modifying the Community Redevelopment Plan (GMD
Transmittal 12/4/03, R-03-51)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA PURSUANT TO CHAPTER
63 FLORIDA STATUTES APPROVING A MODIFIED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
PLAN FOR, AND EXPANDING THE AREA OF, THE SEBASTIAN COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AREA; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Legal Ad 11/30/03)
The City Attorney read the title and the Vice Mayor opened the public hearing at 7:55
p.m.
Discussion took place on formation of a new Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA).
Ruth Sullivan, Indian River Drive, Sebastian, expressed grave concerns about the
program as modified and as originally established. She said the tax incentive program
for the district will starve the rest of the community that will be deprived of the tax funding
sou rce.
Vice Mayor Coniglio closed the public hearing at 8:05 p.m.
The City Manager said there will be opportunities to pursue grants for programs within
the district as well, that taxes gleaned from the district are minimal, and without the
district funding from other sources improvements would not be able to be pursued.
MOTION by Hill/McCollum
"1 would move approval of Resolution No. R-03-51."
Discussion followed on the creation of a citizen CRA for the January 28, 2004 agenda.
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Mr. Hill - aye
Mr. McCollum - aye
Mayor Barnes - absent
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Mr. Barczyk - aye
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Roll Call carried 4-0
B. Public Hearin,q and Adoption Hearing Ordinance No. 0-03-28 Presentation of
CRA Trust Fund Modification (GMD Transmittal 12/4/03, O-03-28)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA, MODIFYING THE EXISTING
REDEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND AND BOUNDARIES FOR THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN'S
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT TO INCLUDE THE SEBASTIAN BOULEVARD
"TRIANGLE" PER FLORIDA STATUTES 163.387; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (1st Reading
11/12/03, Legal Ad 11/30/03)
The City Attorney read the title and the Vice Mayor opened the public hearing at 8:10
p.m. He noted a modification in 78-30 (b) "as established by Resolution No. R-95-12"
which should be deleted.
MOTION by Hill/Mcollum
"Mr. Vice-Mayor I move adoption of Ordinance No. 0-03-28."
Mayor Barnes - absent
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Mr. Hill - aye
Mr. McCollum - aye
Roll Call carried 4-0
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Public Hearing and Adoption Hearing Ordinance No. O-03-29 - Parks &
Recreation Advisory Committee (City Attorney Transmittal 11/3/03, 0-03-29)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA, AMENDING CITY CODE
CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE IV, ADMINISTRATION: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES,
TO CREATE DIVISION 3, PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE. (1~ Reading Consent
Agenda 11/12/03, Legal Ad 11/26/03)
The City Attorney read the title and the Vice Mayor opened the public hearing at 8:14
p.m. He requested clarification on what the committee's role is.
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The City Attorney noted that the ordinance as set out in the agenda packet has been
amended (see amended ordinance attached )
Vice Mayor Coniglio closed the public hearing at 8:1 8 p.m.
MOTION bv BarczykJHill
"Move to pass Ordinance No. O-03-29 as amended."
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Mr. Hill - aye
Mr. McCollum - aye
Mayor Barnes ~ (..,.~3z4,~'1'-'
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Roll Call carried 4-0
The City Clerk said, for the record, Jayne Barczyk has resigned from Code Enforcement
effective immediately in accordance with her choice to stay on the permanent Parks and
Recreation Committee.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC
Item that has occurred or was discovered within the previous six months which is not otherwise on
the agenda - sign-up required - limit of ten minutes for each speaker
Sal Neglia commended the City on its new police boat; said 27 cars and trailers were
parked in Riverview Park during the craft show over the weekend; and asked why
someone was selling Christmas trees on Indian River Drive. The City Manager said he
would look into it. Vice Mayor Coniglio said someone should be checking events for
code compliance.
Russ Owen, suggested volunteers be used to keep code compliance relative to parking.
Ruth Sullivan endorsed the competitive bidding process; and said it was not to the City's
benefit to annex large chunks of residential property because of the services they will
require. She cited a study conducted and adopted by Resolution R-98-51 in 1998; and
expressed concern that we are providing amenities for tourists only.
Vice Mayor Coniglio called recess at 8:37 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:48 p.m.
All members present at roll call were present when the meeting reconvened.
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12. OLD BUSINESS
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Resolution No. R-03-57 Removing the Funding for the Southside Recreation
Complex Project from the Five Year Capital Improvement Budget (City Manager,
Finance, GMD Transmittal 12/3/03, R-03-57, Exhibit A)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY,
FLORIDA ADOPTING AN AMENDED BUDGET FOR THE FIVE YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PLAN AS PROVIDED FOR IN EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The City Attorney read the title and the City Manager explained the removal of the
funding at this time. He then clarified that no more than this $200,000 was ever
approved for this proposed project.
Mr. McCollum said he was in favor of putting this park to rest and to let future Councils
look at it at such time that it might be needed.
Maryanne Krueger, thanked Council for this action tonight and the preservation of this
natural area.
MOTION by Hill/McCoilum
"1 move to approve Resolution R-03-57."
Mr. Hill - aye
Mr. McCollum - aye
Mayor Barnes - absent
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Roll Call carried 4-0
13. NEW BUSINESS
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A. City Clerk Performance Evaluation (HR Transmittal 11/19/03)
Each City Councilmember gave the City Clerk and her office high praise and
recommended a salary increase.
Hill/McCollum
"1 would move to increase Sally's pay by 3.5%."
Mr. McCollum - aye
Mayor Barnes -aye-
Mr. Coniglio - aye
Mr. Barczyk - aye
Mr. Hill - aye
Roll Call carried 5-0
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December 10, 2003
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14. CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS
Reported on the court's favorable decision relative to Capital Sanitation, and reported
that he plans to pursue the claim against their bond.
Stated he will be meeting with all of the boards and committees to review procedures
and authorities.
Advised that the Southside Park will have to be formally removed from the
Comprehensive Land USe Plan at a future date.
15. CITY MANAGER MATTERS
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A. Acknowled.qements and Compliments from Residents (no backup),
The following City departments and employees were heralded: Ken Jones and the
Stormwater department for implementing improvements; Public Works for resurfacing
2nd Street; Parks and Recreation employees: Bill Scofield and Mamento Marino who
found a laptop at Barber Street Sports Complex and received a written commendation
from County School Board; Code Enforcement Officers VanMeir and Lindquist; Police
Officers: Brannen, Snell, Acosta, Lockhart, Antocha, Grimmich, Wheeler, Johnson,
Mills, Beyers, Graves, Puscher; Communications Technicians: Brown and DeMarco for
locating a missing alzheimers patient; Police Volunteers Stanbury and Gorchess for
serving the community.
Council requested a copy of any written correspondence regarding these employees.
Other Matters
Reported that electrical issues need to be addressed on the Twin Pier project which
means the piers will not be open during the Art and Music Festival.
16. CITY CLERK MATTERS
None.
17. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS
a. Mayor Barnes - absent
b. Mr. Hill
Asked Engineering to come and explain what the City is doing with side and rear yard
ditches. The City Manager said during the January 14, 2004 meeting he will invite the
Stormwater Engineer to do a presentation.
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c. Mr. Coniqlio
03.235 i. Assignment to IRC Commission Meetings
January - Coniglio
February - Barczyk
March - McCollum
Vice Mayor Coniglio suggested reports on items of interest to Council.
Asked that Florida Power and Light be invited to attend a meeting to explain the
installation of new lines. The City Manager planned to have a presentation for the
1/14~04 meeting.
Discussed homestead exemption and the need to offer additional homestead
exemptions to senior citizens as allowed by law and requested a staff report as to the
revenue impact.
The City Manager said his office can work with Finance to come up with an analysis for
the 2004/2005 fiscal year budget. It was the consensus of Council for him to pursue
such a report.
Said maybe it is time to start a grass roots effort to end the homestead exemption for
new residents, asked that officials talk to other governmental agencies and bring it back
for discussion in the next couple of months.
Announced the Chamber of Commerce and City sponsored Art and Music Festival this
weekend.
d. Mr. McCollum
In response to Mr. McCollum's tower inquiry, the Airport Director said in the fifth year of
an FDOT projection there is funding for an airport tower, however there are a great
number of things that will need to be done before a tower would be considered.
e. Mr. Barczyk
Said the Yacht Club parking lot lines have not yet been painted.
Requested a fishing line container be placed out on pier.
Expressed concerns with car and boat parking at the Yacht Club.
18. Being no further business, the Vice Mayor adjourned the meeting at 9:32 p.m.
Approved at the January 14, 2004 Regular City Council Meeting. ,~',,~
W~al'te~ W. I~rnes, Mayor "S'~ly A.~a~o, CMC, Ci y Clerk
INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUSINESS
FROM THE PUBLIC
SIGN-UP SHEET
December 10, 2003 REGULAR MEETING
"New Business" as used herein, is defined as an item that has occurred
or was discovered within the previous six months
USE THIS FORM ONLY FOR INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUSINESS
NOT OTHERWISE ON THE PREPARED AGENDA*- LIMIT OF 10
MINUTES PER SPEAKER
If the item on which you wish to speak is on the printed agenda, do not sign this form. The Mayor will
call for public input prior to Council deliberation on each agenda item. Please raise your hand when he
calls for input.
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PUBLIC HEARING SIGN-UP SHEET
Public Hearing and Adoption Hearing Ordinance No. O-03-28 Presentation of
CRA Trust Fund Modification
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA, MODIFYING THE EXISTING
REDEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND AND BOUNDARIES FOR THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN'S
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT TO INCLUDE THE SEBASTIAN
BOULEVARD "TRIANGLE" PER FLORIDA STATUTES 163.387; PROVIDING FOR
ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (1s~ Reading 11/12/03, Legal Ad 11/30/03)
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PUBLIC HEARING SIGN-UP SHEET
Public Hearing and Adoption Hearing Ordinance No. O--03-29 - Parks &
Recreation Advisory Committee
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA, AMENDING CITY
CODE CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE IV, ADMINISTRATION: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS,
COMMITTEES, TO CREATE DIVISION 3, PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE
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Resolution No. R-03-51 Modifying the Community Redevelopment Plan
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA PURSUANT TO CHAPTER
63 FLORIDA STATUTES APPROVING A MODIFIED COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
PLAN FOR, AND EXPANDING THE AREA OF, THE SEBASTIAN COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AREA ; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Legal Ad 11/30/03)
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HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND
MEMORANDUM
TO: MAYOR BARNES AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: SALLY MAIO, CMC - CITY CLERK"~.~~,
SUBJECT: JAN UARY 14, 2004 AGENDA PACKET - 12/10/03 AN D 12tl 7t04 MINUTES
CORRECTIONS
DATE: 1/13/2004
CC: CITY MANAGER, CITY ATTORNEY, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
PLEASE NOTE NEEDED CORRECTIONS TO MINUTES IN YOUR AGENDA PACKETS AS
FOLLOWS:
12/10/03
- PAGE 8 (CIRCLE 34) - MAYOR BARNES SHOULD BE MARKED ABSENT IN THE
ROLL CALL
- PAGE 9 (CIRCLE 35) - MAYOR BARNES SHOULD BE MARKED ABSENT IN THE
SECOND ROLL CALL
12/17/03
PAGE 12 (CIRCLE 50) - ROLL CALL SHOULD REFLECT MCCOLLUM VOTING NO
AND BARCZYK VOTING YES
I APOLOGIZE FOR ANY CONFUSION.
SAM
ORDINANCE 0-03-29
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CITY CODE CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE IV,
ADMINISTRATION: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES,
TO CREATE DMSION 3, PARKS AND RECREATION
ADVISORY COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT;
PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City has recently committed to a long-term program of
expanding and improving passive park facilities, as well as active recreation, through
establishment of the Sebastian Recreational Impact Fee; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Sebastian determines that it would be
in the public interest to have a permanent committee of citizens to advise the City
Council as it develops a long-term policy on recreational activities and the development
of the City park system;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, as follows:
Section 1. That Chapter 2, Article IV of the City Code, City of Sebastian, Florida,
ADMINISTRATION: Boards, Commissions, Committees, is hereby amended to create
Division 3, PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE consisting of
Sections 2-211 through 2-214, to read as follows:
Sec. 2-211. Establishment.
The City Council of the City of Sebastian hereby establishes a Parks
and Recreation Advisory Committee. The purpose of the Committee shall be
to study and provide recommendations to City Council:
} As to the development of the park system,, and
>' As to the provision of active recreation programs and facilities
Membership on the Committee shall be through appointment by City
Council.
Sec. 2-212. Panel Composition.
The Committee shall be composed of five residents, with one member
from each of the four recreational impact fee districts and one at-large
member. In the event that no suitable applicants are available from a district,
another at-large member may be appointed in their place.
Sec. 2-213. Terms.
Following appointment of the initial Committee members, the
representatives of districts A and C shall serve until May 31, 2005; the
representatives of districts B and D shall serve until May 31, 2006; and the at-
large member shall serve until May 31, 2007. Thereafter, Committee member
terms shall be three years in length.
Sec. 2-214. Procedures.
At the regular meeting of June of each calendar year, or at the first
regular meeting thereafter, the Committee shall select a chairman and vice-
chairman. The Committee shall adopt rules of procedure and a meeting
schedule.
Section 2. CONFLICT. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
Section 3. SEVERABILITY. In the event a court of competent jurisdiction
shall determine that any part of this Ordinance is invalid, the remainder of the Ordinance
shall not be affected and it shall be presumed that the City Council of the City of
Sebastian did not intend to enact such invalid or unconstitutional provisions. It shall
further be assumed that the City Council would have enacted the remainder of this
Ordinance without said invalid or unconstitutional provision, thereby causing said
remainder to remain in full force and effect.
Section 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall become effective
immediately.
The
Barczyk
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foregoing Ordinance was moved for adoption by Councilmember
The motion was seconded by Councilmember
and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Mayor Walter Barnes ab sen t
Vice-Mayor Ray Coniglio aye
Councilmember Joe Barczyk aye
Councilmember James Hill aye
Councilmember Nathan B. McCollum aye
The Mayor thereupon declared this Ordinance duly passed and adopted this 10th day of
December, 2003.
ATTEST:
CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
B~ ~. Ray Coniglio,
Approved as to form and legality for
reliance by the City of Sebastian only:
Rich Stringer, City At~rr~y
Vice-Mayor