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NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD
MINUTES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4th, 2007 - 6:00 P.M.
City Council Chamber, 1225 Main Street, Sebastian
Chairperson Ginny Koerner called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Ginny Koerner -Chairperson
Maureen Cummings-Vice Chairperson
Lynn Albury
Cynthia Shuster
Todd Klitenic
Harvey Wheeler
Excused Absence:
Jim Slattery
Kristi Yanchis
Unexcused Absence:
Therese Miller
Staff & Council Members Present:
Vice Mayor Sal Neglia
Board Liaison Margie Reynolds
Recording Secretary Jeanette Williams
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 6, 2007
On a MOTION by Ms. Albury and SECOND by Ms. Cummings, the November 6,
2007 minutes were approved with a unanimous voice vote.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
A. Introduction of New Member Harvey Wheeler
Chairperson welcomed Mr. Wheeler and asked him to tell the Board about
himself.
B. Resort of Council's Decision on Earth D
Vice Mayor Neglia reported that Council approved holding the next event in
Vero Beach and loaning the band shell to Ms. Wood and the Indian River
Green Team for that day.
Ms. Schuster reported that she is the organizing liaison between the two
parties. Ms. Reynolds offered to obtain Ms. Wood's contact information for
Ms. Schuster.
6. PUBLIC INPUT: None.
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7. OLD BUSINESS:
A. Champion Tree Dav Wrap-up
Vice Chairperson Cummings reported the event turned out well even
though the turnout was low. She suggested pushing for a budget to
advertise future events.
8. NEW BUSINESS: None.
9. MEMBER MATTERS:
Mr. Klitenic spoke of a fundraising letter he received today from Dr. Baker. A
copy was given to all members. (copy attached)
Ms. Koerner explained that she reviewed the past year's minutes and made a list
of items she wanted to discuss. She began asking Ms. Reynolds if she still
wanted to strengthen waterfront ordinances. Ms. Reynolds said it would definitely
be a goal to report Lagoon protection and restoration ideas to Council. She said
one item for 2008 would be to volunteer to landscape the south side of the boat
ramp with native species which would help with sheet flow. Mr. Wheeler
expressed concern with the sight-line.
Ms. Koerner said a board calendar for at least two months in advance would be
helpful to schedule events and assist with other environmental organizations'
events.
Mr. Klitenic said he would like more members to attend the Council meetings to
speak on environmental issues. Ms. Cummings suggested Ms. Reynolds add
these to the board calendar and cautioned that if a member spoke it should be
agreed upon by the whole board.
Ms. Koerner said she was going to suggest the members take turns going to the
meetings and put this also on the board calendar.
Ms. Koerner asked Ms. Reynolds if she wanted to put a rain garden at the boat
ramp. Ms. Reynolds said that might be an idea and a good place for the public to
have hands on experience. Ms. Koerner urges members to participate and share
what they learn.
Ms. Koerner asked if a small budget would be possible for 2008. Ms. Reynolds
said probably not and all agencies are being cut. Ms. Cummings said a formal
motion should be made.
ON MOTION by Ms. Cummings and SECOND by Mr. Klitenic to make a formal
request to Council for a small Board budget.
Ms. Albury asked what dollar amount Ms. Cummings was thinking about.
Vice Mayor Neglia said if the Board approached the City, the event should be
advertised as part of the City. It was suggested the city could provide event
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signs. Ms. Reynolds reminded the Board that if signs are placed the Board must
let the Growth Management Department know the location and that property
owner permission was received.
Ms. Koerner said that Ms. Yanchis brought up that city sprinklers were running
during a rainstorm. Ms. Reynolds explained that maintenance work was
happening at that time and the sprinkler timing has been adjusted. Ms. Reynolds
also pointed out that St. Johns River Water Management District might be
considering stricter water restrictions.
Ms. Koerner asked staff to check how much the City gave the Tree and
Landscape Advisory Board and the Temporary Environmental Advisory
Committee for each event and if the Board could fundraise.
The motion to approach Council for a formal budget was approved by a
unanimous voice vote.
Ms. Koerner continued with Mr. Slattery's concern of a five-story hotel under
construction on U.S. 1 by the medical center. Ms. Reynolds said she was not
aware of anything new in that area.
There is also afive-story building going up by 195 and CR512. Ms. Reynolds said
that is in the County. The Vice Mayor said that was part of Fellsmere's recent
annexation.
Ms. Koerner asked Ms. Cummings if she would still go to the Parks & Recreation
to discuss memorial trees in 2008 and she said she would.
Ms. Koerner asked if anyone was interested in Ms. Tyson's Aquatic Preserve
Pilot Program. It was the Board's consensus to have Ms. Tyson come to a future
meeting.
Ms. Koerner asked if there was a way to increase the awareness of Champion
Tree Day. She suggested writing letters to residents with possible candidates
without trespassing on the homeowner's property. The Vice Mayor suggested
the Pelican Brief.
Ms. Koerner asked Mr. Klitenic if he followed up on solar powered fountains on
Barber Street and duck crossing signs. He said he mentioned the fountains to
the Mayor noting the budget has been cut.
Ms. Koerner asked how the Hardee Oak Tree repair was coming. Ms. Reynolds
explained the Forestry Department examined the tree and it is not looking good
_~ and the City is acquiring acorns to continue the tree's DNA. Ms. Koerner asked if
a section of the largest diameter could be preserved/shellacked somewhere. Ms.
Reynolds said the cost should be explored and presented to Council.
Ms. Koerner read an excerpt from past minutes that Ms. Wood was to provide
information on bio swale pollutants in the water. Ms. Reynolds said that would be
part of the rain garden. Mr. Wheeler added that could be incorporated in the road
designs now and counts toward stormwater credits.
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Ms. Cummings asked Ms. Koerner if she received the 2007 Goals from the
former chair and suggested that Board could finish what wasn't done. The
recording secretary said she would make sure the members received the list.
Ms. Shuster reminded Ms. Koerner to go to the Magnet School to judge the
science fair December 13tH
Mr. Wheeler asked Ms. Reynolds if it is part of her duties to check migration soils
running off construction sites, making sure the SWPPP(storm water pollution
prevention plan) plan is up to date and things of that nature. She said SWIFT
plans absolutely must be followed on commercial sites and residential sites are
micromanaged by her but the developers need baby steps to understand the
importance of migrating soils and silt fences. She said five builders have taken a
class on this.
Mr. Wheeler asked if she has a citation vehicle if sites are not in compliance
within a time frame. Ms. Reynolds said they are given 48 hours and the city has
been successful in winning violation cases. Mr. Wheeler offered his support and
assistance in developing a stronger ordinance if she felt it is needed.
10. STAFF MATTERS:
Ms. Reynolds noted the free advertising that can be done on Channel 25, the
website, and the Pelican Brief can't get any better.
The landscaper that was supposed to donate trees for Champion Tree Day was
not able to get a delivery truck that day and the trees will be used for Arbor Day.
Ms. Reynolds explained the fundraising terms in the Pelican Island Audubon
letter.
Ms. Koerner asked about the next meeting. The recording secretary offered
Monday, January 7th but it was noted they are to meet on Tuesday. Ms. Williams
offered to have Ms. Cyr a-mail the members as to a rescheduled day.
Ms. Koerner asked members to consider the Florida League of Cities training
class available in February.
11. Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.
Nat esources hairperson Signature
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Florida's 2007 Best Chapter Award!
November 2007
Dear Friends of the Environment:
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The Pelican Island Audubon Annual Campaign has a very special mission this year. We in Audubon have a
unique opportunity to collaborate with the University of Florida and Indian River County to build an Outreach
Center on the UF's, Florida Medical Entomology Lab (FMEL) land adjacent to Indian River County's Oslo River
Front Conservation Area (ORCA).
The Outreach Center will cost $400,000 and will be built using "Green Standards." It will have indoor and
outdoor university academic building with classroom space, and offices for Audubon and for ORCA/UF staff. In
addition, the Outreach Center will also house a valuable 1500 book nature library and provide much needed
restroo:::~ for ~~isitors.
The Center under a joint County (which oversees ORCA), University, and Audubon partnership will allow us to:
• Have an impressive presence at a natural area to further our goals.
Expand our programs and outreach to the community.
Have contact with visitors to ORCA.
The Florida State Legislature, under the Courtelis program will be asked to match dollar for contributions up to
$200,000. Dr. Richard Baker, Chapter President, and his wife Juanita have committed to match each dollar
contributed up to $100,000. If you would kindly contribute $1,000 we would need only 99 other donors like you
to make this much needed project a reality. This would provide the $400,000 that is necessary to build the
Outreach Center.
Audubon will greatly appreciate any amount you are able to give. Much of the groundwork to see this project
come to fruition has been completed. Our goal is to raise the $100,000 before December 15t", which is needed to
get the paperwork to the 2008 legislature session; otherwise we'll have to wait a year.
We thank you for your generous support. If the enclosed brochure does not answer all of your questions, please
call the Audubon office (772-567-3520).
On behalf of Pelican Island Audubon Board of Directors,
Bill Halliday Jens Tripso Bob Adair
Building Fund Chair Fixst Vice Fresident Treasurer
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Pelican Island Audubon was just given the Statewide Audubon of Florida Award
for Best Chapter of the Year!
Because we have been successful in:
• Promoting the passage of two bond issues ($26 million and $50 million) for conservation land acquisition
• Revising Indian River County's landscape and tree ordinances
• Being a member of the Gopher Tortoise Task Force formed by the Indian River Humane Society to save a
number of Gopher Tortoises from being buried alive
• Birthing the Environmental Learning Center
• Establishing the County's Conservation Lands Advisory Committee
• Saving Scrub Jay Habitat by working elementary students with Bonnie Swanson and The PIE Eco-troop to
purchase 181ots in Scrub Jay habitat and developing the Martha Wininger-Audubon Park in Sebastian
• Sponsoring the annual IFAS/CJF Biological Control Brain Bowl
• Recognizing developers and others who preserved trees in their landscape designs.
• Developing a Vero Beach Ordinance to eliminate harmful lights distracting the turtles .from entering the
ocean
• Providing. science project possibilities for middle school students to environmental issues
• Being a member of the Committee for a Sustainable Treasure Coast: Governor Jeb Bush and State Senator
Ken Pruitt appointed us to this committee, which contributed to the final report to the state legislature on
this region's sustainability.
• Starting the first national Coastal Cleanup
• Providing monthly speakers, field trips, canoe trips, and educational workshops
• Answering calls about the local environment and handling injured wildlife
• Fighting to keep St. Johns River Water Management District from trading off conservation land purchased
with Florida Forever funds to a private developer.
• Protecting our aquatic preserves.
• Keeping the County from dumping industrial brine from a reverse osmosis process of Floridan Aquifer
water into a marsh along the Indian River Lagoon without proper scientific monitoring.
• Providing scholarships to college bound high school students
~ Yes! I am enclosing my tax deductible gift to Pelican Island Audubon (a 501(c) 3non-profit, organization) for
~ the Outreach Center which will support educational programs, field trips and community activities, dedicated i
to the preservation and enjoyment of Indian River County's natural resources. If everyone gives, we can do ~
i great things! Suggested amount is $1,000; or whatever you feel comfortable giving. ~
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~ (Your email address is the fastest and least expensive way to communicate with you and will not be shared) ~
i If you would like to contribute stocks, bonds, or IRA's, please call John Orcutt, AG Edwards 772-562-6561 or
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