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SEBASTIAN CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2008 - 7:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
ALL AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE INSPECTED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
Individuals will address the City Council with respect to agenda items immediately before deliberation
of the item by the City Council -time limit five minutes where public input allowed
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCIL MEMBER PATERNOSTER
3. MOMENT OF SILENCE
4. READING OF CIVILITY PLEDGE BY COUNCIL MEMBER PATERNOSTER
We will be respectful of one another even when we disagree. We will direct all comments to the
issues. We will avoid personal attacks.
5. ROLL CALL
6. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
Modifications and additions require unanimous vote of City Council members
7. PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS. BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Presentations of proclamations, certificates and awards, and brief timely announcements by Council and
Staff. No public input or action under this heading.
08.034 A. National Boys & Girls Club Week -March 30 -April 5, 2008
08.035 B. Presentation and Receipt of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
s FY 2007 (Finance Transmittal, CAFR under separate cover)
08.036 C. Presentation and Receipt of Sebastian Community Redevelopment Agency
5-2o Annual Activity Report FY 2007 (Clerk Transmittal, FS163.356(3)(c), ad, Report)
8. 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. If a member of the public wishes to provide input on a
consent agenda item, he/she should request a Council Member to remove the item for discussion prior to start
of the meeting or by raising his/her hand to be recognized.
21-2s A. Approval of Minutes - 3/12/08 Regular Meeting
08.037 B. Approve Craft Club Annual Show Dates in Riverview Park for 2008-2009 with
31-35 50% Waiver of Fees and Raindates (Parks Transmittal, Application, Craft Club
Letter)
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS 8~ APPOINTMENTS
City committee reports and Council Member regional committee reports. No public input or action except for
City committee member nominations and appointments under this heading.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS -None
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
08.010 A. Collier Creek Wall RFP Report -Council Direction (Engineering Transmittal)
37-43
12. PUBLIC INPUT
Public Input for each individual is five minutes, however, it can be extended or terminated by a majority vote
of Council members present.
08.038 A. Mike Konopacky -Petition Re: Objections by Citizens of Sebastian to a Dog
45-46 Recreation Area in Part of the Storm Water Park by the West End of Thunderbird
Drive (Petition Language)
13. NEW BUSINESS
08.039 A. Proposed Sebastian Riverfront Fine Art and Music Festival, Inc. Agreement (City
47-51 Attorney Transmittal, Agreement)
08.040 B. Proposed Sebastian Clambake Foundation, Inc. Agreement (City Manager
53-61 Transmittal, Agreement, Expense Ledger, Memo)
08.041 C. Gilliams Complaint -Growth Management Department (no backup)
14. CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS
15. CITY MANAGER MATTERS
08.042 A. Verbal Report on Vero Beach/Sebastian Meeting Broadcasts (no backup)
16. CITY CLERK MATTERS
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17. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS
A. Mr. Wolff
B. Manor Coy
08.043 i. Kudos & Dodos
C. Mr. Neglia
D. Mr. Paternoster
E. Ms. Simchick
18. ADJOURN (All meetings shall adjourn at 10:30 pm unless extended for up to one half
hour by a majority vote of City Council)
HEARING ASSISTANCE HEADPHONES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS FOR ALL
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS.
Regular City Council Meetings are Scheduled for Live Broadcast on Comcast Channel 25
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CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO
ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE
TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD. (286.0105 F.S.)
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS A SPECIAL
ACCOMMODATION FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT 589-5330 AT
LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THIS MEETING.
Upcoming meetings:
Apri19, 2008 - 7:00 pm -Regular City Council Meeting
Apri123, 2008 - 7:00 pm -Regular City Council Meeting
May 7, 2008 - 7 pm -Airport Workshop
May 14, 2008 - 7:00 pm -Regular City Council Meeting
May 28, 2008 - 7:00 pm -Regular City Council Meeting
June 11, 2008 - 7:00 pm -Regular City Council Meeting
June 25, 2008 - 7:00 pm -Regular City Council Meeting
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS WEEK
March 30t" -April 5t", 2008
WHEREAS, the young people of Sebastian, Florida are tomorrow's leaders; and
WHEREAS, many such young people need professional youth services to help them
cope with a wide range of social and financial hardships; and
WHEREAS, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Indian River County provides services to more
than 2,000 Indian River County young people at its current three clubhouses and through its
Youth Volunteer Corps program; and
WHEREAS, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County is at the forefront of efforts
in providing our young people with positive self-identity, educational, employment, social,
emotional and cultural competencies, community involvement, health and well-being and moral
compass; and
WHEREAS, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Indian River County helps ensure that our
young people keep off the streets, offering them a safe and supportive place to go and providing
them with quality programs; and
WHEREAS, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Indian River County will celebrate National
Boys & Girls Club Week, 2008 along with some 4,000 Clubs and more than 4.8 million young
people nationwide.
NOW THEREFORE I, Andrea B. Coy, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor
of the City of Sebastian, Florida, do hereby proclaim March 30 - Apri15, 2008 as "BOYS &
GIRLS CLUBS WEEK" and call on all citizens to join with us in recognizing and commending
the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County for providing comprehensive, effective services
to the young people in our community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City
of Sebastian, Florida, to be affixed this 26th day of March 2008.
Andrea B. Coy, Mayor
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AGENDA TRANSMITTAL
Subject: Agenda No. '
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COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANICAL Department Origin: FINANC
REPORT - FY 2007 City Attorney:
City Clerk:
A pro d for Submittal by: Date Submitted: 20 MAR 08
A nn r, Cit Mana er
Exhibits: CAFR
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: AMOUNT BUDGETED: APPROPRIATION
N/A N/A REQUIRED:
N/A
SUMMARY
Provided under its own cover is the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year
October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2007. Present at the Regular Meeting to present and
review the annual audit will be representatives from Harris, Cotherman, Jones, Price and
Associates.
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Exhibits: FS 163.356(3)(c), Ad copy, Annual Sebastian CRA Report
SUMMARY STATEMENT
Section 163.356 (3)(c), FS, requires the Community Redevelopment Agency to file a
report of activities to the primary government by March 31 of each year and publish
in the newspaper notice of availability of the report.
The annual Sebastian Community Redevelopment Agency report of activities for the
fiscal year ending September 30, 2007 required by 163.356(3)(c) FS was prepared
by the Finance Director and is attached for your review.
The Annual report will be formally presented for acceptance by the City Council
following presentation of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report at the
Regular City Council meeting at 7 pm.
Upon receipt of the Annual Sebastian CRA Report by the City Council, the City
Clerk will publish in the newspaper availability of the report.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
FOR CRA: Accept the Annual Sebastian CRA Report and forward it to City Council.
FOR COUNCIL: Accept the Annual Sebastian CRA Report .
Notice of availability of the report is scheduled to run on Thursday, March 28, 2008.
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(c) The governing body of the county or municipality shall designate a chair and vice chair
from among the commissioners. An agency may employ an executive director, technical
experts, and such other agents and employees, permanent and temporary, as it requires, and
determine their qualifications, duties, and compensation. For such legal service as it requires,
an agency may employ or retain its own counsel and legal staff. An agency authorized to
transact business and exercise powers under this art shall file wi~_th the ,governing body, on or
e ore March 31 of each year, a report of its activities for the preceding fiscal year, which
rep- ort shall include a complete financial_statement setting forth its assets liabilities income
an~ating expenses as of the endYof such fscal~Year._At the time of filing the report the
agency s a publish ~n a newspaper of e ._~__ tion in the community a notice to the
e ect t at such report has been filed with the county or municipality and that the report s_
available for ins ection during business hours in the office of the clerk of the city or county
commission and in the office o t e agency.
PUBLIC NOTICE
IN ACCORDANCE WITH FS 163.356
CITY OF SEBASTIAN
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
The Sebastian Community Redevelopment Agency submitted its
2007 Annual Report to the City Council on March 26~', 2008 in
accordance with FS 163.356 and it is available for review in the
Office of City Clerk and on the City website
www.cityofsebastian. org.
The City's 2007 Comprehensive Audited Financial Report (CAFR)
was presented to City Council on March 26th, 2008 and includes a
separate section relative to the Community Redevelopment Trust
Fund. It is available on the City website under the Finance
Department.
By Sally A. Maio, MMC
City Clerk
display ad to run March 27th, 2008
SEBASTIAN
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ANNUAL REPORT
Under Chapter 163.356(3)(C)
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED
SEPTEMBER 30, 2007
1225 MAIN STREET
SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Letter of Transmittal i
List of Principal Official ii
History 1
Exhibit I -Sebastian CRA Boundary 2
FY 2006 Sebastian CRA Activities 3
Exhibit II -Operating Millage Rates in Redevelopment Area 4
Exhibit III -Taxable Value in Redevelopment Area 5
Exhibit IV -Tax Increment Revenue 6
Financial Statements
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1225 MAIN STREET • SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958
TELEPHONE: (772) 589-5330 • FAX (772) 589-5570
March 18, 2008
Sebastian Community Redevelopment Agency Board Chairman and Members
City of Sebastian, Florida
Dear Board Members:
We are pleased to submit the Annual Activity Report of the Sebastian Community
Redevelopment Agency for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2007. Section
163.356(8)(C), Florida Statutes, requires each CRA to file with its governing body, on or
before March 31 each year, a report of its activities for the proceeding fiscal year, which
report shall include a complete financial statement setting forth its assets, liabilities,
income, and operating expenses as of the end of such fiscal year. In addition to meeting
this legal requirement, the report provides additional information concerning the benefits
afforded by the agency to other jurisdictions and citizenry in general.
Responsibility for both the accuracy of the presented data and the completeness and
fairness of the presentation, including all disclosures, rests with the management of the
City. We believe the data, as presented, is accurate in all material respects, and that all
disclosures necessary to enable the reader to gain an understanding of the Sebastian
CRA's operation and financial activity have been included.
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Manager
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Kenneth W. Killgore
Finance Director
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LIST OF PRINCIPAL OFFICIALS
September 30, 2007
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Chairman
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
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Andrea Coy
Sal Neglia
Al Paternoster
Dale I. Simchick
Eugene Wolff
History of the Sebastian Community Redevelopment Agency (Sebastian CRA)
The Sebastian Community Redevelopment Agency (Sebastian CRA) was created in 1995 by the
City of Sebastian City Council under Chapter 163, Part III of the Florida Statutes. The original
Sebastian CRA includes an area generally east of the FEC Railroad right-of--way to the eastern
City limits. The Sebastian CRA was established to ensure that the downtown and surrounding
vicinity would develop with a coherent community vision, and to encourage reinvestment
throughout the CRA. The area later was expanded in 2003 to include the Sebastian Boulevard
"Triangle" area west of the FEC Railroad right-of--way. The total Sebastian CRA area is 299
acres excluding road rights-of--way (Exhibit 1).
The governing body of the Sebastian CRA is the Sebastian City Council. The Board is comprised
of five (5) members. Under the State Statutes and the City ordinances, the Sebastian CRA has
substantial powers and authority within the Sebastian CRA area. These include the power to
make and execute contracts, to acquire and dispose property, to approve development plans, to
implement a program of voluntary or compulsory rehabilitation of buildings, to mortgage its
property, to borrow and invest money, and to apply for and accept grants and contributions.
The major funding source for the Sebastian CRA is tax increment revenue. Tax increment
revenue is the increase in ad valorem tax attributed to the increase in the assessed value over a
`base year" for various jurisdictions in the redevelopment area. The jurisdictions remitting tax
increment revenue to the Sebastian CRA are the City of Sebastian and the Indian River County
Board of County Commissioners.
After the establishment of the Sebastian CRA in 1995, the City established the Redevelopment
Trust Fund and the base year for tax increment revenues as well as adopted the 1995 Community
Redevelopment Plan. The boundary was later expanded to include the adjacent Sebastian
Boulevard "Triangle" area in 2003, and the redevelopment plan was also modified by the Iler
Planning Group on behalf of the Sebastian CRA. The 2003 plan basically unifies the 1995
Sebastian CRA boundary and the expansion area as one cohesive CRA, and presents conceptual
district recommendations, potential policy amendments, and capital improvements intended to
meet the City's redevelopment goals.
Since the establishment of the original Sebastian CRA in 1995, numerous projects have been
accomplished. Accomplishments are as follows:
^ Provided annual funding support to festivities such as Riverfront Christmas decorations,
Clam Bake festival, fine art festival, concert in the park, and Pelican Island celebration
since the year 2000.
^ Completed Riverview Park Phase I, boat dock, landscaping, and shoreline stabilization
project in 2001.
^ Developed community redevelopment master plan in 2003.
^ Completed Jackson Street extension, sidewalk, and street light project in 2004.
o Completed improvements to the Yacht Club
^ Initiated design work for the Indian River Drive/Main Street project.
^ Established a Facade, Sign and Landscaping matching grant program.
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FY 2007 Sebastian CRA Activities
The Sebastian CRA is treated as a special revenue fund of the City. An independent financial
audit by an external CPA firm has been accomplished annually to be in compliance with Section
163.387(8), Florida Statutes. An annual budget is also adopted by the Sebastian CRA Board to
be in compliance with Section 189.418(3). Major accomplishments of the Sebastian CRA in
2007 include:
^ Purchased a portable bandstand in November 2006 for riverfront festivities.
^ Provided funding for concert in the park events and the fine art festival.
^ Provided funding for Holiday decorations.
^ Awarded five grants for the facade, sign, and landscape grant program to help business,
in the Sebastian CRA district, to improve the aesthetics of their properties and buildings.
^ Awarded bids for design and construction of the Main Street/Indian River Drive
intersection improvement project.
Tax Increment Revenue
The tax increment revenue is determined annually as 95 percent of the difference between: (a)
the amount of ad valorem taxes levied each year by each taxing authority contributing to the
Sebastian CRA on taxable real property contained within the redevelopment area, exclusive of
the following entities:
Florida Inland Navigation District
Indian River County Mosquito Control District
Indian River County Hospital Maintenance District
School District, and associated General Obligation Debt funded by ad valorem taxes
Indian River County Land Acquisition Bond General Obligation Debt
Emergency Services Dependent Taxing District
St. Johns River Water Management District
Sebastian Inlet Taxing District
and (b) the amount of ad valorem taxes which would have been generated by the rate at which
the tax is levied each year by the taxing authority, exclusive of the following entities:
Florida Inland Navigation District
Indian River County Mosquito Control District
Indian River County Hospital Maintenance District
School District, and associated General Obligation Debt funded by ad valorem taxes
Indian River County Land Acquisition Bond General obligation Debt
Emergency Services Dependent Taxing District
St. Johns River Water Management District
Sebastian Inlet Taxing District
upon the total of the assessed value of the taxable real property in the community redevelopment
area as shown on the assessment roll used by each taxing authority prior to March 22, 1995, the
effective date of the ordinance creating the Redevelopment Trust Fund. Indian River County
Board of County Commissioners and the City of Sebastian currently make tax increment
payments into the Sebastian CRA Trust Fund.
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The actual implementation of the tax increment financing was delayed until FY 2001. The City's
millage rate has been decreased from $5.00 per $1,000 in FY 2001 to $3.0519 per $1,000 in FY
2007. The millage for Indian River County has been decreased from $4.1014 per $1,000 in FY
2001 to $3.5204 per $1,000 in FY 2006. The millage rates from 2001 through 2006 are presented
in Exhibit II below.
Exhibit II
Sebastian Community Redevelopemnt Agency
Operating Millage Rates in Redevelopment Area
Indian City
River of Total
Fiscal Year County Sebastian Milla e Rate
2001 4.1014 5.0000 9.1014
2002 4.0501 4.5904 8.6405
2003 3.8729 4.5904 8.4633
2004 3.8377 4.5904 8.4281
2005 3.6233 4.5904 8.2137
2006 3.5204 3.9325 7.4529
2007 3.1914 3.0519 6.2433
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Source: City of Sebastian Finance Department
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The taxable value of real property in the redevelopment area has risen significantly during the
same period. In 2001 the total taxable value of the redevelopment area was $45.8 million.
Compare to 2007 total taxable value of $134.8 million, the taxable value of the redevelopment
area has increased by 194%. The taxable values in redevelopment area from 2001 through 2007
are presented in Exhibit III below.
Exhibit III
Sebastian Community Redevelopemnt Agency
Taxable Value in Redevelopment Area
Change in
Taxable Base Year Incremental Incremental
Fiscal
Year Value Value Value Value
2001 $45,834,920 $34,959,870 $10,875,050
2002 58,263,740 34,959,870 23,303,870 114.29%
2003 58,844,190 34,959,870 23,884,320 2.49%
2004 66,307,980 34,959,870 31,348,110 31.25%
2005 (1) 78,424,554 41,561,980 36,862,574 17.59%
2006 (1) 89,418,550 41,561,980. 47,856,570 29.82%
2007 (1) 134,755,060 41,561,980 93,193,080 94.73%
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(1) The taxable and base year values include the triangle area, which was added in the
redevelopment area in 2003.
Source: City of Sebastian Finance Department
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Based on the millage rates and the significant increases in taxable values, the tax increment
revenue has risen dramatically during the same period. In 2001, the total tax increment revenue
was $94,029. In 2007, the tax increment revenue has increased to $552,741. The tax increment
revenues for the redevelopment area for the Fiscal Year 2001 through 2007 are presented in
Exhibit IV below.
Exhibit IV
Sebastian Community Redevelopemnt Agency
Tax Increment Revenue
Indian City
River of
Fiscal Year County Sebastian Total
2001 $42,373 $51,656 $94,029
2002 89,664 101,625 191,289
2003 87,877 104,157 192,034
2004 114,289 136,705 250,994
2005 (1) 126,886 160,753 287,639
2006 (1) 160,051 178,786 338,837
2007 (1) 282,546 270,195 552,741
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Tax Increment Revenue
$600,000
$500,000
$400,000 -
$300,000 -
$200,000 - - -
$100,000 - -
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Fiscal Year
(1) The revenues include the triangle area, which was added in the redevelopment area
in 2003.
Source: City of Sebastian Finance Department
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Financial Statements
The Sebastian CRA is considered a blended component unit of the City and therefore it is
included in the City's annual financial audit. In order to meet the requirement of Section
163.387(8), Florida Statutes, which requires the CRA to provide for annual audit of the
redevelopment trust fund, the Sebastian CRA has been treated as a major fund of the City. The
financial statements included herein are unaudited statements of the Sebastian CRA. Audited
statements are included in the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the
fiscal year ending September 30, 2007 and maybe obtained in the City Clerk's office 1225 Main
Street, Sebastian, Florida or online at http://www/cityofsebastian.or~.
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Balance Sheet
September 30, 2007
Unaudited
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents
Investments
Interest receivable
Total assets
LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE
Liabilities:
Accounts payable
Total liabilities
Fund balances:
Reserved for:
Encumbrance
Unreserved:
Undesignated
Total fund balance
Total liabilities and fund balance
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$ 20,009
336,726
2,331
$ 359,066
$ 3,101
3,101
106,249
249,716
355,965
$ 359,066
Sebastian Community Redevelopment Agency, Florida
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances
For the wear Ended September 30, 2007
Unaudited
REVENUES:
Taxes:
Property
Investment earnings
Other revenue
Total revenues
EXPENDITURES:
Current:
Economic environment
Capital outlay
Total expenditures
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over (under) expenditures
Fund balance -beginning
Fund balance -ending
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$ 552,741
33,209
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586,050
80,279
609,822
690,101
(104,051)
675,417
$ 571,366
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Schedule of Revenue, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances
Budget and Actual
For the Year Ended September 30, 2007
Unaudited
REVENUES:
Taxes:
Property
Investment earnings
Other revenue
Total revenues
EXPENDITURES:
Current:
Economic environment
Capital outlay
Total expenditures
Excess (deficiency) of revenues
over (under) expenditures
OTHER FINANCING USES
Transfers out
Net changes in fund balances
Fund balances -beginning
Fund balances -ending
Explanation of differences:
Budget Amounts
Original
Final
Actual
Amounts on
a Budgetary
Racic
Variance with
Final Budget -
Positive
(Negative)
$ 593,329 $ 593,329 $ 552,741 $ (40,588)
24,000 24,000 33,209 9,209
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617,329 617,329 586,050 (31,279)
132,844 159,086
95,256 716,072
228,100 875,158
389,229 (257,829)
80,279 78,807
620,815 95,257
701,094 174,064
(115,044)
(215,401) (215,401)
389,229 (473,230) (330,445)
675,417 675,417
$ 1,064,646 $ 202,187
675.417
142,785
142,785
$ 344,972 $ 142,785
Encumbrances for professional services contracted but not completed is reported in the
year the service is contracted for budgetary purposes, but are reported in the year the
services are received for GAAP purposes.
Current year encumbrances 106,249
Current year encumbrances (95,256)
Amount reported as ending fund balance in the statement of revenues,
expenditures and changes in fund balance $ 355,965
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SEBASTIAN CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2008 - 7:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
Mayor Coy called the regular meeting to order at 7:20 p.m.
2. Vice Mayor Neglia led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. A moment of silence was held.
4. Vice Mayor Neglia read the Civility Pledge.
We will be respectful of one another even when we disagree. We will direct all comments to the
issues. We will avoid personal attacks.
5. ROLL CALL
City Council Present:
Mayor Andrea Coy
Vice-Mayor Sal Neglia
Council Member AI Paternoster
Council Member Dale Simchick
Council Member Eugene Wolff
Staff Present:
City Manager, AI Minner
City Attorney, Rich Stringer
City Clerk, Sally Maio
Deputy City Clerk, Jeanette Williams
Airport Director, Joe Griffin
Growth Management Director, Rebecca Grohall
Police Chief, Jim Davis
Police Lieutenant, Michelle Morris
6. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
None.
7. PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS
Presentations of proclamations, certificates and awards, and brief timely announcements by Council and Staff.
No public input or action under this heading.
Ms. Simchick announced the Chamber of Commerce/City sponsored Concert in Riverview
Park this Friday at 5:30 p.m. Mr. Wolff noted the SRHS Jazz Ensemble will play.
Mr. Neglia spoke on the Pelican Wildlife Festival stating it was a great time.
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8. 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. If a member of the public wishes to provide input on a consent
agenda item, he/she should request a Council Member to remove the item for discussion prior to start of the
meeting or by raising his/her hand to be recognized.
1-2 A. Approval of Minutes -Special Meeting 2/27/08
3-14 B. Approval of Minutes -Regular Meeting 2/27/08
MOTION by Mr. Paternoster and SECOND by Mr. Neglia to approve the consent agenda
passed on a voice vote 5-0.
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS & APPOINTMENTS
None.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
12. PUBLIC INPUT
Public Input for each individual is five minutes, however, it can be extended or terminated by a majority vote of
Council members present.
Damien Gilliams, Sebastian, said he wanted to speak on the Mayor not returning his phone
calls, stated she said he is not allowed to wear a wig to meetings and said that wearing a
wig and earrings is his option. He provided information about appraisals to the City Clerk in
regard to the airport issue which included a rent study, and said he hoped the City Clerk
would make copies for members of Council before we get to the airport item.
Harvey Wheeler, 1464 Seahouse Street, requested a general briefing of how the tax reform
will affect the City be given to the citizens every other meeting. The City Manager
responded a written report would be coming to Council by the end of the month.
Cindy Falco-DiCorrado, stated she was shocked that at the previous CRA meeting, the
Fagade & Landscape Grant committee was not notified of the grant award meeting.
Joe Scozzari, asked if the Mayor was working with the Chamber to provide economic
development as she had promised and wanted to know how far she had come with it.
Mayor Coy told Mr. Scozzari to address the chair and speak to non-personal issues. She
said it inappropriate that he singled her out but said she would answer his question. She
said Council was working with the Chamber and Ms. Simchick noted the Council had
passed a resolution supporting the Chamber's economic development efforts.
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13. NEW BUSINESS
08.031 A. LoPresti Aviation
15-41 (Airport Director Transmittal, Proposed Lease and Agreement)
i. Lease
ii. Economic Development Incentive Agreement
The City Clerk showed the large packet of documents previously provided by Mr. Gilliams in
reference to this item and asked for Council direction to make the copies for them in fairness
to anyone else who might request copies, noting by policy people are asked to provide their
own copies. She said she would have them copied at this time if requested by Council.
In response, Ms. Simchick requested a copy of the current appraisal he had provided,
however, no other member of the Council wanted any of the copies at this time and Mr.
Paternoster said he would review them at a later time.
The City Manager read a written statement into the record with additional details (see
attached).
The City Attorney reviewed some minor changes to the contract as follows:
Circle page 20, paragraph four, strike the last sentence, "In no event,
however, shall the rent decrease below the sum of $44,400 in Years 1
through 10, or below $48,000 for Years 11 through 15 and any extension
thereafter."
Circle page 21, after subparagraph three, add, "(c)(4) However failure by
tenant to pay rent in a timely manner as required by the terms of this
agreement as a result of conditions beyond its control such as, but not
limited to: war, strikes, fires, floods, acts of God, governmental
restrictions, power failures, or damage or destruction to any network
facilities or servers shall not be deemed a breach of this agreement."
By request the City Attorney provided a copy of the amendments to Ms. Simchick and Ms.
Simchick said she would have liked a copy for all members of Council to review.
The Airport Director said he had received an appraisal from a local state certified appraiser
showing $8 per square foot for the office space and $2 per square foot for the hangar and
approval from FDOT relative to the lease.
Ms. Simchick pointed out that neither the appraisal, nor the FDOT approval letter had been
provided to the Council or the public.
The Airport Director then had both documents copied and provided them to Council and to
the Clerk for the record (see attached).
Mayor Coy suggested Council hear from the public and then take a break and review the
materials provided.
Ms. Simchick again asked if the appraisals were dated February 15, why they were not
provided in the packet.
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Mayor opened public input.
Chuck Lever, Mulberry Street, Sebastian, urged approval for economic development and
gave a brief background on LoPresti Aviation.
Cindy Falco-DiCorrado, Sebastian, said this is a fabulous way to bring jobs.
Richard Gillmor, Kroegel Avenue, Sebastian, said he applauds economic development but
there should be time to take a look at the whole picture, and suggested the hangar costs
should be lower.
The City Manager explained the $285,000 City match for FDOT grants in the amount of
approximately $1.2 million total cost, but hopefully we'll come in under that amount, noting
construction costs for the hangar to be roughly $100 per square foot so we think we can
beat the $1.4 million.
George Skilski said LoPresti runs a first rate operation and urged everyone to look at the
lease on a positive basis.
Jim Schaffer, Franciscan Avenue, Sebastian, salesman for LoPresti, spoke to LoPresti's
high reputation, stating they will have a low environmental impact, their function at this
facility will be mainly engineering and that fabrication and installation will be done
elsewhere.
Bill Bodon congratulated the City Manager and Airport Director for bringing this to the City
and asked what we can do for other businesses so they don't fall by the wayside.
Ed Herlihy, Seagrass, Sebastian, said this is a golden opportunity for the City to expand the
tax base, and we need income for the building which was paid for in part by taxpayer
money. He said as a pilot since 1964, he knows LoPresti is exceedingly well known in the
aviation business and is the seed we need to start down the road to good economic
development.
Neil Lagin, Wentworth Street, Sebastian, said this will cost the City $285,000 and asked how
much LoPresti was paying in Vero Beach.
Debra Maerz, Sebastian Industrial Park, read from a prepared statement and urged tabling
the matter for one or two week to request more information, look at every detail of the lease,
noting it is hard to do business with the City, and urged asking is the City going to benefit,
will it lower taxes, bring high paying employment to City, enhance quality of life to
surrounding area, and will City be able to absorb any losses.
Nate Episcopal, said we should welcome the company for more jobs in the City of
Sebastian.
Damien Gilliams, 1623 US 1, said he was disappointed with Council who normally ask for
paperwork, thanked Ms. Simchick for requesting copies of the documents he provided to the
Clerk, and then reviewed the documents citing the Vero Beach airport resolution which
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requires an appraisal, said we have not done due diligence, that the appraiser we used was
not MAI certified, discussed the Vero Beach lease, and requested the item be tabled. He
asked if the City used the Economic Development Task Force, cited the Vero Beach
appraisal dated August 2006 and a new updated appraisal. He suggested getting a
percentage of the gross income.
Curt LoPresti, owner of LoPresti Aviation, said his business was community based and
family owned, gave a brief background on his family's involvement in aviation and talked
about their efforts to encourage public participation and knowledge of their operations with
Leroy's Cafe which is open Saturdays once per month, he said they were looking for a City
large enough to have facilities they needed and looked at 73 different locales, and based
40% of their decision on a matrix of 31 items and 60% was based on their relationship with
the City, citing the professionalism of the City Manager and Airport Director and noting his
family is from a small fishing village in Italy and that he hopes they get a chance to become
a part of this community.
Mayor Coy called recess at 8:34 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:54 p.m. All
members were present.
Ms. Simchick told Mr. LoPresti she looks forward to working with him but had questions and
concerns, then asked who wrote the specs for the hangar and why it was not included in
the packet.
The City Manager said preliminary specs are based on requirements of LoPresti and the
design for the building was not complete though there are concepts, noting design and
construction would be the next step if the lease goes through.
Ms. Simchick asked why the square footage was omitted from the contract and the City
Manager advised her that Schedules A and B of the proposed lease contain square footage
information and cited that Schedule A is the administrative building space and Schedule B is
the hangar which will be 15,000 square feet.
The City Clerk pointed out that Schedule B was on page 39 of the agenda packet.
Ms. Simchick said she did not have page 39 and it was discovered that City Council packets
were missing circle pages 36 through 40. The City Clerk had pages 37 (Schedule A) and 39
(Schedule B) copied for Council at this time for their review (see attached). She noted those
pages do appear in the scanned version in Laserfiche so they were available to the public
on the website.
Mr. LoPresti responded to questions from Mr. Wolff relative to employment.
Mr. Wolff said he was excited about the potential of the lease, had visited LoPresti in Vero
Beach, was concerned packets were incomplete tonight, noted no one else is offering to
come to the airport and we have to give benefit of doubt, noted there will be some extra
planes but not a significant amount, and manufacturing won't be done in Sebastian. He said
$285,000 is not a lot of money and would understand if Council cannot come to an
agreement tonight because of the lack of information.
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Mayor Coy cited that previous Council almost rented out this property to someone else
about two years ago for less than this and the LoPresti name was mentioned then, cited the
need for economic development, noted the company has stated it pays $18.40 an hour
which is a decent salary, said she visited the LoPresti operation in Vero Beach and talked to
employees and they love working for this guy because he cares about his people. She said
she too has many questions but is satisfied and is prepared to go forward and support the
initiative this evening.
In response to Mr. Neglia's questions about the grant money the City Manager said the
grant money is a match and must be available to reimburse but that we should not get
bogged down in finances because staff will come back to Council for that, that coming up
with the $285,000 is a piece of cake and it will return to the City with the rent money and
won't cost the general fund or citizens any money.
In response to Mr. Neglia, Mr. LoPresti said currently he has three Sebastian residents out
of 21 employees and he advertises for positions locally.
The City Manager explained to Mr. Neglia that with Mr. LoPresti utilizing the hangar for
which we received the grant, we are guaranteeing a source of payment. He then explained
the rebate program whereby if they don't create jobs they don't get the rebate.
In response to Mr. Neglia, the City Manager said LoPresti currently conducts afly-in and has
an aviation open house program and they will continue that, they may use the City's fuel and
bring in others who may use it as well, can't say there won't be more traffic because they are
going to market the Fury in this location but we may be able to attract other small
businesses who are coming to see the Fury and like what they see in Sebastian.
Mr. Neglia said this is good for Sebastian but he has concerns.
In response to Mr. Paternoster, the City Manager said there is zero revenue being
generated now from the administration building, that there are expenses for maintenance
and utilities in an approximate amount of $25,000 out there that could be covered by this,
and that 60% of the revenues to the airport come from the Golf Course.
Mr. Paternoster noted for the record that Mr. Gilliams stated on December 13, 2006 that $8
per square foot for this property is fair market value. He said he has spoken to Mr. LoPresti,
Mr. Griffin and Mr. Minner and commended them for this agreement and was in a position to
move forward this evening.
Ms. Simchick said she was in agreement with this, but cannot commend staff, that this was
the worst packet she had ever received in her years in government public records and it is
her job to see that the citizens have full public view, noted we are missing four pages in our
packets, the credit rating, the two loan options, the appraisal and FDOT information were
not available until tonight nor was the modification by the City Attorney provided. She said
she would like to see a packet next week with those documents.
MOTION by Ms. Simchick and SECOND by Mr. Neglia to table to the next meeting where
modifications can be applied to the lease and to our packet.
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Under discussion, Mr. Neglia said we need this but agreed with Ms. Simchick that we
received papers at the last moment, however, 95% of this will be the same information at
the next meeting and everything is good, i.e., the money, the prices, and he is inclined to
approve tonight.
The City Manager told Mr. Neglia if you approve and they execute they are obligated to
make us whole and they can't back out. He then explained to Mr. Wolff that the lease is
fifteen years by recommendation of FDOT though he had originally proposed ten years, and
the economic development plan is ten years because once we have our match covered we
stop incentives. He also explained Vero Beach has a higher fair market value because they
are more attractive to businesses because of their amenities.
The motion was discussed and it was advised that it should read "postpone" to the next
meeting due to lack of information rather than table.
Result of the roll call was as follows:
Ayes: Simchick
Nays: Coy, Neglia, Paternoster, Wolff
Failed 1-4
MOTION by Mr. Paternoster and SECOND by Mr. Wolff to approve the economic
development incentive agreement and lease agreement with LoPresti Aviation as modified
by our City Attorney.
Result of the roll call was as follows:
Ayes: Coy, Neglia, Paternoster, Wolff
Nays: Simchick
Passed 4-1
14. CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS
None.
15. CITY MANAGER MATTERS
The City Manager reiterated that citizens must clean up after pets in parks.
16. CITY CLERK MATTERS
The City Clerk apologized for the missing pages in the packet.
08.032 A. Citizen Budget Review Advisory Board
43-45 i. Direct City Clerk Re: Two At-Large and One Alternate Member Terms -
Extend One Year Term Expirations from April 2008 to November 2008 or
Re-Advertise for New Members for Review of 2008/2009 Budget (City
Clerk Transmittal, Code Provisions)
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MOTION by Mr. Neglia and SECOND by Ms. Simchick to extend the two at-large positions
through November on a voice vote of 5-0.
Ms. Simchick appointed Charles Cardinale as her representative.
17. CITY COUNCIL MATTERS
A. Ms. Simchick
Ms. Simchick thanked everyone who participated and attended the Pelican Island
Wildlife Festival.
B. Mr. Wolff
None.
08.033
C. Mayor Cov
i. Potential City Hall Open House (no backup)
Mayor Coy reported on her attendance at a board seminar with members of City
boards and said in an effort to attract more people to come in and ask questions
about boards, we could possibly arrange an open house on a Saturday and have the
City Manager look into and also get input from the boards.
Thanked everyone for the Pelican Island Wildlife Festival. To bring home how staff is
aware of limited spending at this time, she reported when there was flooding under
the childrens' activity tent, she sought help from public works staff member Bucky
Gerber who told her he would help but could not spend any money, so she gave him
$20 for bags of mulch.
D. Mr. Neglia
None.
E. Mr. Paternoster
Mr. Paternoster asked about the overgrown lot ordinance and the City Attorney said
staff had met with USFW today and this issue was in the mix of discussions about
scrub jays and they considered the proposed overgrown lot regulations a take.
In response to Mr. Paternoster relative to constructing a sidewalk on Barber Street in
the area of Park Place, the City Manager reported there is some money left from
installing the sidewalk on Main Street and he planned to suggest spending gas tax
revenues for operations and maintenance for the sidewalks, which will help free up
the general fund for capital projects. He said this will also be in the written report he
planned to provide by the end of next week.
Mr. Paternoster reported on his public forum in Chambers on March 25, 2008 from 6
to 7 pm.
Mayor Coy briefly updated Council on today's Land Acquisition Committee
recommendation on the Corrigan land swap.
18. Being no further business, Mayor Coy adjourned the regular meeting at 10:22 p.m.
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Approved at the March 26, 2008 Regular City Council Meeting.
Andrea B. Coy, Mayor
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Sally A. Maio, MMC -City Clerk
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AGENDA TRANSMITTAL
Subject: Approval of Craft Club of Agenda No. ~~, ~3 ~
Sebastian Craft Show Dates for 2008 - 2009
at Riverview Park. Department Origin: ;,~ `-P~.c.Ca„~
Finance Director:
Appr ved for ubmittal by: City Manager City Attorney:
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Date Submitted: March 18, 2008
Al a ner For Agenda of: March 26, 2008
Exhibits: Park Use Permit Application and letter from Craft Club President.
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: AMOUNT BUDGETED: N/A APPROPRIATION
None REQUIRED: None
SUMMARY
The Craft Club of Sebastian is seeking Council approval for its Craft Show Schedule for 2008 -
2009 at Riverview Park. The Craft Club of Sebastian has had shows at Riverview Park for many
years and has worked well with the City. The Craft Club has donated to many worthy causes in
the community. This year the Club is donating $500 to the City to help with the purchase of a new
drinking fountain. In light of all the community activities the Club is involved with, the Club is
requesting cutting all applicable fees by 50%. They requested November 1, 2008 but I switched
that date to November 8, 2008 to save November 1 & 2, 2008 for the Clambake. This year's
show dates are October 4, 2008, November 8, 2008, December 6 & 7, 2008, January 6, 2009,
February 7, 2009, March 7, 2009, April 4, 2009 and May 2, 2009. Shows are from 9 AM until 3
PM at Riverview Park. Rain dates for this year's shows are October 5, 2008, November 9, 2008,
January 7, 2009, February 8, 2009, March 8, 2009, April 5, 2009 and May 3, 2009.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Move to approve cutting all applicable fees by 50% for Craft Club of Sebastian Craft Shows at
Riverview Park from 9 AM until 3 PM on 10/4/08, 11/8/08, 12/6 & 7/08, 01/6/09, 02/7/09,
03/7/09, 04/4/09 and 05/2/09.
Move to approve rain dates for Craft Club of Sebastian Craft Shows at Riverview Park on
10/5/08, 11/9/08,1/7/09, 2/8/09, 03/8/09, 04/5/09 and 5/3/09.
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Telephone (772)589-5330 - Fax (772)589-5570
CITY OF SEBASTIAN
PARK USE PERMIT APPLICATION.
Park Event - SO to 300 Attendees
50.00 Application/PermitFee
Please check the appropriate Box:
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Special Event - 301 or More Attendees
$100.00 Application Fee
Date : 7 ~~~~f~ ~DDg
Name of Permittee:
Permits May Only be issued~~n the Name o~fyan Adult or Legally Organized rganization
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Time of Use: From: c.~~* To:~~~ ~/YJ
Wilt there be any sate of goods? Yes ~ No
If yes, please describe type of goods on back_
Food or other types of vendors? Yes No~_
If yes, please list name, address and type of vendors and schemat;c_ of ar:;~
structures to be erected or otherwise assembled on back.
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I, ~/C~-~~ ~,~'~~~~ the undersigned, acknowledge that I am the
applicant or the authorized agent of the applicant. I further acknowledge
that I am aware of the provisions of the City of Sebastian Codes in respect
to this application and the use of the City facilities for which I have
applied for a permit to allow a Park Event or a Special Event. I have made
myself familiar with the general rules and regulations prescribed by the City
and agree to the terms of the permit.
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List an vendor information and/or schematics on this a e.
NAME ADDRESS TYPE
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CRAFT CLUB of SEBATSIAN
P.O. Box 780115
Sebastian, Florida 32978-1776
City of Sebastian
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, Florida 32458
Attn: Sally Maio, City Clerk
Once again it is time to present our request to the city for dates for our craft shows at our city riverfront
park
The dates we are requesting, again this year, are for the first Saturdays and the following Sunday(rain dates)
for the months of October through May. They are:
Show Rain
4 Oct. 5 Oct. 2008
1 Nov 2 Nov. "
6&7 Dec none. "
6 Jan. 7 Jan. 2009
7 Feb. 8 Feb. "
7 Mar 8 Mar. "
4 Apr. 5 Apr. "
2 May 3 May "
We respectfully request that the City Council approve these requested dates for our coming craft year of
2008-2009.
In keeping with our desire to continue to be good stewards of our park and in the spirit of improving
facilities, we have made a proposal to our park director, Mr. McCarthy, to contribute $500 to the project of
upgrading the drinking fountain to a cleaner and more sanitary one. We await his go ahead to issue the
check.
Once again, we wish to offer our appreciation to the city officials for permitting our local citizens to offer
some variety to the city park and our other citizens and visitors during the year. Our thanks and gratitude
goes out to the many previous and the present city council for their cooperation over the many years. As
you know, we are the oldest continuing festival utilizing our park.
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CC: Chris McCarthy, Park Supt.
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COLLIER CREEK Department rigi :ENGINEERING
SEEKING SIDE-BANK TREATMENT Finance:
DIRECTION City Attorney:
City Clerk:
A ,prpv o ubmittal by: bate Submitted: 20 MAR 08
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EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: AMOUNT AVAILABLE: APPROPRIATION
WALL: $4.7 Million $3.6 Million REQUIRED:
RIP/RAP: $4.3 Million See Documentation
Over the course of the last several years, the Collier Creek Canal Rehabilitation Project has seen
many recommendations, public hearings, correspondences and deviations. Now, this
transmittal is the most significant marker to date, as Council direction is sought on what course to
follow to bring the project to fruition. The question, which will be placed before Council at their
Regular Meeting for Wednesday, March 26, 2008, will be, "Shall the City proceed with the Collier
Creek Canal Project by building rip-rap or seawalls?"
In order to provide the most pertinent and direct information to help guide in your decision, this
transmittal is broken into the following parts (1) a recap of project history; (2) summary of rip-rap
bid process; (3) summary of the wall proposal process; (4) pros & cons analysis of rip-rap vs.
walls with project costs; and, (5) a financial "map" for completing either alternative.
PROJECT HISTORY
The City has setout to dredge and repair side-banks of the Collier Creek Canal. This project was
first contemplated in 2003, when the master stormwater plan was adopted. Then, the Series
2003 Bond Funds were issued and the City reserved $5.6 million for projects aimed at improving
stormwater quality. The biggest portion of these proceeds was allocated to the Collier Creek
Canal Project.
After much discussion and many public hearings concerning ownership of the walls, construction
process, bank treatment alternatives and much more, on July 13, 2005, the Council voted to
move forward with the project, using the method of rip-rap to rebuild and restore the side-banks of
the canal. The guiding principals of the rip-rap decision, in my opinion, were a compromise
between aesthetics, permitability, and environmental issues; not to mention the most important
factor being cost. In working with the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD),
rip-rap was viewed as an alternative that would (1) meet environmental standards; (2) provide
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habitat for native and surrogate species; and, (3) promote enough stormwater retention area to
meet total daily maximum load (TDML) requirements. After all, the project has always been
routed in an attempt to address the larger issue of stormwater quality. To illustrate the point that
the project is rooted in stormwater treatment, I bring your recollection to the original project cross
section aimed at maximizing retention. This design element was rooted in the idea that
"stormwater" quality credits were needed to ultimately move the City toward a curb and gutter
stormwater drainage system.
As design progressed, by June 2006, my office became concerned that project cost estimates
were "spilling over" originally anticipated costs. In planning for other capital projects, it became
apparent that the Collier Creek Project had the potential to stymie other plans by utilizing special
revenues designated for those improvements because of the needed supplemental bond funding.
These concerns led to a memo, which I submitted to Council, requesting the review of the project.
As a result, some major questions such as (1) Can the City really afford curb and gutter? (2) If we
really don't build curb and gutter, does the cross section of the canal have to be so big?; (3) Can
a smaller cross section of the canal accomplish TDML goals?; (4) Can Series 2003 bond
proceeds be spent only to address side-banks and not drudge?; and, (5) Should we stay the
course with the rip-rap option? These were important questions to ask at that juncture and,
again, many of the same answers repeated. Rip-rap was still considered the best alternative.
Perhaps the biggest question/change that came at this stage was that curb and gutter was not
viewed as a reality. Being so, the scope of the project could be reduced (i.e., the cross section),
lowering costs; thereby reducing the need for supplemental funding. Subsequently, the rip-rap
option was retained, but this time with a modified, smaller cross section. Finally, after design was
finished, the project was submitted for permitting and most required permits were issued by June
2007.
In the interim between final permitting and construction bidding, one last review of potential
options was conducted during summer 2007. In this process, the wall option was reviewed and
specific attention was paid to the canal cross section, estimated wall/rip-rap costs and securing
grant funding. By the fall a report was submitted to Council and at the October 3, 2007, meeting
of the City Council the rip-rap option was again selected and construction bidding for the project
commenced.
On December 18, 2007 bids for rip-rap construction were received. However, as detailed bid
review on the rip-rap option began, the City Engineer received information from contractors that
initially indicated a change in market conditions. Due to this change, it was believed that the wall
option should be re-examined. On January 9, 2008, I presented a memo to Council seeking
authorization to investigate the potential of a wall option. In preparing for this research, the City
Engineer and I laid out a plan where if certain engineering specifications, environmental
standards and costs perimeters were met, addressing the side-banks with walls, could be a
feasible alternative.
With the authority granted to review the wall option, an RFP was submitted into the market place.
On February 28, 2008, CDM and Dave Fisher started to review the wall proposals. In the
subsequent section of this report, the review process is outlined, providing a recommended
alternative for each option. Directly, the Wall RFP process revealed that this option is (1)
environmentally stable (as the cross section is not reduced); (2) structurally acceptable; and, (3)
potentially more expensive by $431,456.
The above stated documentation and information brings the history of the project to present day.
This communication reports that based on review, Council has two potential avenues concerning
construction of the Collier Creek Canal side-banks. The next step is for Council to determine
which alternative to construct.
RIP-RAP BID PROCESS
Four (4) bids for the Collier Canal Rip-Rap Option were received and opened on Tuesday, 18
December 2007. They were from:
Arbor Tree & Land of Lake Worth, FL
S.E. Cline Construction of Palm Coast. FL
Blue Goose Growers of Ft. Pierce, FL
• Gibbs & Register of Winter Garden, FL
The bid proposal format called for and gave opportunities for an array of alternates. The
alternatives concerned different sludge disposal sites and project length (i.e., stopping at the
Barber/Lake Street Bridge or the canal headwall), which can be summarized as follows:
Alternate A: Hardee Park Containment Area
Bids ranged from $3,701,544 to $5,515,170
Alternate B: Airport Site Containment Area
• Bids ranged from $3,701,544 to $5,585,170
Alternate C: Stormwater Park Containment Area
• Bids ranged from $3,711,700 to $5,685,170
Alternate D: Contractor-Proposed Containment Area
Bids ranged from $3,730,475 to $4,839,542
Further post-bid discussions conclude that Blue Goose was the only bidder to provide an "out-of-
City' site for sludge disposal under Alternate D, the preferred scenario. At this time, if Council
opts to construction the rip-rap option, staff advises that additional discussion and contract
modifications occur. Currently, the contract price for rip-rap, under this option is $3,730,475.
However, if further negotiations occur with Blue Goose, it is reasonable to conclude that the order
of magnitude of identifiable savings could be in range of $50,000.
WALL PROPOSAL PROCESS
The City's RFP process to determine market prices for a vertical bulkhead option resulted in the
receipt on 28 February 2008 of six (6) proposals, four (4) of which were considered responsive to
the technical requirements of the RFP. Those four were subsequently reviewed in further detail
with the respective individual proponents. The City now has qualified proposals in hand from (in
alphabetical order):
ATL Diversified Marine, Inc., of Boynton Beach, FL:
Base Proposal: $3,723,000
• Alternate Proposal: $3,783,000
Custom Built Marine Construction, Inc., of Stuart, FL
Base Proposal: $3,878,177
Gibbs & Register, Inc., of Winter Garden, FL
• Base Proposal: $4,107,000
S.E.Cline Construction, Inc., of Palm Coast, FL
• Base Proposal: $5,712,975
Alternate Proposal: $3,997,325
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The base bid is wall construction from CR 512 to the Barber/Lake Street Bridge. The alternative
prices aimed at providing a thicker vinyl wall. Discussions are now underway with the apparent
lowest qualified proponent, ATL Diversified Marine, Inc., of Boynton Beach, to confirm mutual
understanding of proposed specifications, work plans, references, and various terms and
conditions. Should Council move to execute wall construction, staff would recommend further
negotiations with ATL, leading to the creation of a Construction Agreement, which would be
brought before Council sometime in early April.
PROS/CONS AND COSTS
In preparing cost and other comparisons, a few assumptions still need to be addressed. Those
assumptions include (1) mitigation; (2) lot purchasing for project access; (3) spoil site; (4) project
limits; (5) docks; (6) re-permitting; (7) professional/construction administration services; and, (7)
contingency budgeting.
MITIGATION -Concerns the construction of "littoral shelves" for wading bird habitat as required
by SJRWMD. The rip-rap bid includes this cost as it was a portion of the design. The wall
proposal does not include mitigation costs, because it was not the permitted option. If course is
changed toward wall construction, a permit modification is required. At this phase, there is no
indication that re-addressing side-bank treatment is a permitting issue. However, it is anticipated
that mitigation for the wading bird will need to be addressed in the wall option.
LOT ACCESS - In either case (wall or rip-rap), vacant lots adjacent to the canal are required for
access/construction purpose. The numbers of lots needed, vary based on the construction
method. Prices vary as well. Lease and purchase may also be an option. Nevertheless, an
allocation of $250,000 is assumed for comparison purpose.
SPOIL SITE -Originally, Hardee Park was to be used as a spoil site. Blue Goose Growers
designated an alternate out-of-City site. Permit modification is required for spoils change;
however, this is a minor permit adjustment. Concerning the wall option, the cost to take the spoil
to an alternative site is encased in the base price. The main purpose in bringing this item to your
attention is to announce that Hardee Park is no longer being considered as a spoil site and that
was addressed in the wall RFP. At the time, alternative sites were sought in the rip-rap bid.
PROJECT LIMITS - If rip-rap is chosen, staff recommends stopping the project at the
Barber/Lake Street Bridge. The wall base bid only provides a cost up to the Barber/Lake Street
Bridge. To make a fair comparison, see chart below. Extending rip-rap to wall is estimated at
$330,000 and extending wall is estimated at $250,000.
DOCKS - In previous discussion, Council direction was to replace docks. Upon review, there
exist approximately 35 docks on the canal. Of these docks, only three have been properly
permitted. This creates a unique legal question, which requires input from the City Attorney.
There may need to be some reconsideration of replacing un-permitted docks. Nonetheless, for
budget purposes, $180,000 is assumed for dock construction expenses. This figure is very
liberal. As a suggestion, if Council opts to go with the wall option, a reasonable quid-pro-quo is
that the funds were spent on walls in-lieu of rip-rap, so dock repair can be absorbed privately.
The dock question is difficult and could be a source to reduce project costs.
PROFESSIONAL/CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES - For either option
professional and construction administration service will be required. For rip-rap, because of
methods of construction, additional construction services are required. Wall construction has less
"moving parts" and will be completed quicker.
CONTINGENCY - At this time, no contingency budget has been established. Before a final
budget is prepared, a contingency should be established. For the purpose of comparing wall vs.
rip-rap, this figure has been omitted. Keep in mind however, that the assumptions made for the
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walls have been liberally made. Docks, project limits, mitigation are all areas where costs could
decrease. Hence, some contingency funds are built into the estimate.
Below is a chart which depicts the pro/cons. Please note K'er denotes contractor.
Ri -Ra O tion Vertical Bulk head O tion
Issue Pro Con Pro Con
Permitting No problems Provide /confirm No problems Provide'/ confirm
foreseen. outline of constr. foreseen. outline of constr.
Methodology. Methodology.
Mitigation Mitigation plan in More opps for Need to revise
hand. May be done mitigation. May be mitigation plan. (Not
by local K'er. done by local K'er. difficult.)
Sp011 Slte(S) Main spoil site and Main spoil site and
permitting provided permitting provided
by K'er outside of by K'er outside of
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Vacant Lots Minimal number Minimal number
required. (8-10) required. (5-6)
Project Limits More difficult to Easier to extend /
extend /revise revise project limits.
project limits.
Docks Cross-section is more Cross-section
problematic in enables easier
supporting dock access to water and
systems. probably fewer/
cheaper dock
re lacements.
Admin.
C011St More complex cross- Less complex
. section calls for high cross=section
degree of requires less
construction intensive construction
ins ection /admin. ins ection /admin.
Disruption / Loads of rip-rap rock Piling material allows
Traffic /Impact likely to cause some more orderly storage
disruption and road and material
on Roads maintenance / movement than rip-
re airs. ri .
Contingency 5°~°to 10%. 5%to 10%.
Maintenance Will require ongoing Less ongoing
maintenance by City. maintenance.
Expansion Not likely favored for Likely favored and
expansion to rest of easier for expansion
canal system. to rest of canal
s stem.
Having provided the above information, the total estimated cost for the rip-rap option is
$4,331,544. The wall option cost estimate is $4,638,000.
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ITEM I RIP-RAP OPTION
BLUE GOOSE (FT. PIER(
WALL OPTION
ATL (LAKE WORTH
Base Project $3,701,544 $3,783,000
Extend to Headwall 330,000 250,000
Mitigation 0 100,000
Docks 0 180, 000
Land Purchases 250,000 250,000
Construct. Services 100,000 75,000
Potential Savings (50,000)
TOTAL ESTIMATE $4,331,544 $4,638,000
PROJECT COST DIFFERENCE $306,456
PROJECT FINANCIAL "MAP"
Obviously at $4.3 million for the rip-rap option and $4.6 million for the wall option, the Series 2003
bond budget is exceeded. Currently, the project has an allocation of $3,653,186
REVENUE ITEM
AMOUNT
Remaining Series 2003 Proceeds
319 Grant
Bond Interest
TOTAL
$2,975,918
500,000
177,268
$3,653,186
To complete the project additional funding is. To allocate for these monies, my office proposes
the use of reserved series monies for "under determined" master plan projects and shifting
projects and funds in Discretionary Sales Tax (DST) revenue. For either option, financial plans
and projects will need to be modified.
FINANCIAL PLAN FOR WALL OPTION
ITEM
AMOUNT
Current Series 2003 Available ~s,tibs,~tsb
Special Stormwater Master Plan Reserve 301,305
Delay Blossom Ditch (DST Project) 500,000
DST Unallocated Reserve 183,509
TATAI PRA.IFCT FUND $4,638,000
FINANCIAL PLAN FOR RIP-RAP OPTION
ITEM ~ AMOUNT
Current Series 2003 Available I ~s,r5s,~ub
Special Stormwater Master Plan Reserve 301,305
DST Unallocated Reserve 377,053
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As a result of these modifications, presented is the effect on the 5-Year Capital Plan for the DST
Fund.
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°D REVENNE
rent Leese Debd (Retires 2008) ,_
Car Purchases
eautitication Grard Match
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2008 2008 AMENDED l 2009 2010 2011
$2,680508 $2680,508 , $2,680,508 ' $2,680,500 $2,680,508
31,033,619
154 694 i
:Blossom Ddch 500,000:
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:Pedestrian Bridges ._... _. 200,000 '
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:Other Drainage (1l4.Easy Street)_ .._... 568 444
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:114 Round Swaleknprovements __
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:TOTAL FY 08 $3,195,163 _..._ _.. _. _.
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EHOINGBALANCE ..__.
{$514,675)..
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;City Ha6 Debt (Retres 201 B) ...... _ .... 31,033,619 -.. _ ....
Equipment Leese Debt (Retires 2D08) _. __ .. _ 154 694
;Police Car Purchases _ 365 000
;512 Beauiifbatbn Grard Match 103,426 _ _ _ _ _
~BlossamDdch 0 __. _ __ ._
;Cd6er Creek
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_ 500,000
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Adddartal Colter Creek 183,509 :
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!Pedestrian Bridges
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200,000
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±AddrtwnalBndges 208,000
08Mr Drainage (1l4 Easy Street)_,__ __ _ _ 568444 _ ,
:.114 Round Swale knprovements 250 000
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;TOTAL FY 08
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$3,586,692 _,
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:ENDING BALANCE _ (~906,18et)
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CSy Hed Debt (Retkes 2018) „ _ , _..
POtce Car Purchases , .. 385000
;BlossomDdch ` __ SOOp00
;Pedestrian Brdge _ 200 000
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1/4 Round krgxovemeMs _ 250,000
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Terxds Court Resurface 45 000
'TOTAL FY 09 $2 413 619
ENDING BALANCE $266,689
Cdy FIaO Debt (Retires 2018)
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_ 31 033,619
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... ._ _
:Police Cer Purchases ~ 385,000
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.Barber Schunem
1 ,500 000.
BSSC BasebaA Field LigFd Replacemerd 250,000
:~ fd Der rri MvnvomeMe 250,000
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$3 418 619
a_ _
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GBALANCE __.~ ,,,, _. ($738111}_ _..
~ Debt (Retires 2018) _. _ 31,033,619 _.
CerPurchases ~ ~~~
need knlxovemerds _ 250,000
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L FY 11 1 668x619
G BALANCE _ _ $1,017,889
aA Debt (Retkes 2018) _
,.. > _ _31,033,619
Car Purchases _! 385,000
nndknprovemerds _ 250,000
L FY 12 __ $1 668 679
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............... ._.__. __. .._ $1,011,869
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- .. $2,092,466
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DST TOTAL REVENUE
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,. $13,402,540
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DST TOTALE%PENSE $72,756,168
:DST EST FUND BALANCE FY 12 $2,738,838
;Blossom D'tch Footling SYdfls to FY D9 end Barber5chumann kdersec0on shifts to FY 10. However,_prgeds can be shitted based on occurence, _ .
ra as DST Lund balance remakes above 10% requwement and no defied spending _ _ _ _._ __ ._ __ __. _.
SUMMARY/RECOMMENDATION
Before Council are two viable options to complete the Collier Creek Canal Rehabilitation Project
and address side-bank treatment. Also, staff has identified the best proposal for addressing
either the rip-rap or wall options. Finally, a detailed analysis and financial plan has been
recommended for accomplishing the project. At this time, staff seeks a formal direction from
Council on side-bank treatment. Based on this direction, a contract will be negotiated and
returned to Council for final approval.
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The Indian River Press Journal reported on March 14, 2008 that the Sebastian City
Officials are looking to put a dog recreation area in part of the Storm Water Park by the
west end of Thunderbird Drive. This petition states the objections by the citizens of
Sebastian to a dog recreation area in part of the Storm Water Park by the west end
of Thunderbird Drive. The following reasons are given for the objection:
Traffic -Using the estimated number of visits to the dog recreation area projected by the
Humane Society of Vero Beach and reported in the Press Journal (50 to 60 dogs on
weekdays and 200 dogs on weekend days) would result in 1400 vehicle trips up and
down Thunderbird Drive each week. This level of traffic will severely disrupt the quiet
residential nature of the neighborhood. This concern was expressed when the Storm
Water Park was first proposed. Residents of Thunderbird Drive were assured at that time
there would be no public access to the Storm Water Park from Thunderbird Drive. The
residents of Thunderbird Drive expect the City Officials to honor this promise.
Scrub Jays -Even though there have been no recent sightings of Scrub Jays at the
location of the proposed dog recreation area, the adjoining land immediately to the east of
the proposed area has been purchased by the City of Sebastian and is designated a Scrub
Jay Community. The habitat of the Scrub Jay Community was further enhanced in 2007
by felling all large standing trees within the rough borders of S. Easy Street on the north,
Schuman Drive on the east and Thunderbird Drive on the south. A dog recreation area is
not a good neighbor for Scrub Jays or for humans.
Environmental Impact and Maintenance Cost -Using the reported projected dog visits
and estimating each visiting dog could deposit up to six ounces of feces and 8 ounces of
urine during each visit would result in an estimated 13,650 pounds of feces and 2,275
gallons of urine deposited in the dog recreational area per year. This amount of waste
being deposited in a concentrated area is not in consonance with the objectives of the
Storm Water Park to cleanse run-off storm water. It is understood that the City of
Sebastian has surplus funds available to purchase recreational facilities. However, funds
for the maintenance of these facilities would have to come from a diminishing general
fund. A dog recreational area is a high maintenance facility. It will require daily
emptying of receptacles containing plastic bags of feces left by dog owners who choose
to pick up after their pets. It would also require combing of the entire site to remove the
remainder of the 13,650 pounds of feces left by owners who choose not to pick up after
their dogs. This level of maintenance would be necessary to keep the park safe for both
human and animal visitors. The resources required for maintenance will be in direct
competition with other resources such as teachers, police and fire protection that would
better serve the community as a whole.
Precedence -The establishment of a dog recreational area within the Storm Water Park
will set precedence. It will pave the way for the next special interest group who may
want to have, for example, anoff--road area for riding ATVs. With each succeeding
special interest group it will become more difficult to deny subsequent requests and the
Storm Water Park will suffer further degradation.
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Petition -With the exception of putting a dog recreation area on Pelican Island, a poorer
location than the Storm Water Park can not be imagined. The fact that all other proposed
sights have met with objections may be an indication that a dog recreational area is not in
the best interest of all the citizens of the City of Sebastian. The undersigned citizens of
Sebastian hereby petition the City of Sebastian to eliminate from any further
consideration a dog recreation area in part of the Storm Water Park at the west end of
Thunderbird Drive and suggest the City of Sebastian reconsider any plans for a dog
recreational area.
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City of Sebastian, Florida
AGENDA TRANSMITTAL
Agenda No. (.~ ~. ~J
Subject: Fine Arts Festival Agreement Date Submitted: 3/20/08
For Agenda of: 3/26/08
SUMMARY:
Last year Council entered into a one year agreement with the newly-formed non-profit
corporation Sebastian Riverfront Fine Arts and Music Festival, Inc., to host the winter Fine Arts
Festival with the stated intent to see how the event went before entering alonger-termed
contract.
Upon conclusion of the event this year, the organization approached the City about entering a
five-year agreement modeled upon the terms from this past event. A draft agreement along these
terms is enclosed for consideration by Council.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
At Council's discretion -
Move to authorize execution of 2008 JOINT PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR FINE ARTS
AND MUSIC FESTIVAL.
REVIEWED BY CITY CLERK:
REVIEWED BY CITY ATTORNEY~_
AUTHORIZED PLACEMENT ON AGENDA BY CITY MANAGE ._
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2008 JOINT PROJECT AGREEMENT FOR
FINE ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
THIS AGREEMENT entered into this day of , 2008 between the CITY
OF SEBASTIAN, a Florida municipal corporation (hereinafter called "CITY"), and the
SEBASTIAN RIVERFRONT FINE ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL, INC., 1125 US Highway
1, Suite B, Sebastian, FL 32958 (hereinafter called "SKEANE"), provides that:
WHEREAS, CITY founded a Fine Arts and Music Festival featuring a juried art show
and musical entertainment along the Riverfront during the winter season; and
WHEREAS, SKEANE organized the 2007 Event, and CITY desires for SKEANE to
continue to do so; and
WHEREAS, the parties hereby set forth the obligations and privileges of involved in
nurturing this valued relationship;
THEREFORE, IN AND FOR CONSIDERATION of the mutual benefits and
promises provided herein, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged by the parties, it is
agreed:
1. The parties shall cooperate in organizing and conducting the Fine Art and Music Festival
during the winter season for the next five years beginning with the winter of 2008/2009
and continuing through winter 2012/2013. The specific dates of the festival shall be
coordinated between SKEANE and the City Manager.
2. SKEANE, with the aid and assistance of necessary City personnel, shall organize and
administrate all activities and events for said Festival in compliance with all applicable
ordinances, statutes, health codes and other governmental regulations and subject to the
safety controls of the Sebastian Police Department, Fire Marshall and Health Department.
3. Said Event shall entail, at a minimum, a juried art show, a food and drink court that can
include beer and/or wine service, and live musical entertainment over a two day period in
Riverview Park, with such additional events as is determined by the SKEANE in
consultation with CITY to be feasible. Indian River Drive shall be closed in the vicinity
of the Park at such times and locations as determined at the reasonable discretion of the
City Manager, following notification to businesses within 500 feet of a closed segment.
4. SKEANE shall meet with representatives of the office of the City Manager during the
City budget preparation cycle and assist in establishing a budget for the obligations of the
City under the terms of this agreement.
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5. CITY shall provide law enforcement personnel as deemed advisable by the Chief of
Police throughout the Event including, at a minimum, an officer to be specifically
assigned to duty at Riverview Park for overnight security on the Saturday evening of the
Event.
6. CITY shall provide personnel to supervise and assist in maintaining the Park and
grounds, including trash removal and insect control, beginning with pre-event set-up
through post-event breakdown. The CITY will make reasonable attempt to operate and
dispose of waste in an environmentally recommended fashion. Additionally, CITY shall
provide all electric power required for the Event.
7. CITY shall provide three half-page ads in newspapers published in Indian River County
as designated by SKEANE, and advertising in the TGIF section of Florida Today.
8. SKEANE shall have the right to rent concession booths in Riverview Park and the closed
portion of the Indian River Drive right-of--way as part of the Festival, and shall be entitled
to all proceeds from said concession activities.
9. SKEANE shall organize fund-raising and otherwise have full financial responsibility for
funding the Event.
10. At the end of the fiscal year for SKEANE, the organization shall file a financial statement
with the office of the City Clerk.
11. SKEANE agrees to indemnify, defend and hold CITY harmless from. any and all claims
of any nature brought by SKEANE 's members or agents in the course of performing
CITY 's obligations under this Agreement, or from any claims by any persons arising
from, or damages incurred by the CITY from, the actions of SKEANE 's members or
agents whatsoever arising from the exercise of the privileges and obligations set forth
hereunder. It is not intended for this provision to create any right of subrogation or any
other third-party rights.
12. CITY agrees to indemnify, defend and hold SKEANE harmless from any and all
negligence claims of any nature brought by CITY's employees or agents in the course of
performing CITY's obligations under this Agreement, or from any claims by any persons
arising from the wrongful acts of CITY's employees or agents whatsoever arising from
the exercise of the privileges and obligations set forth hereunder. Nothing herein shall be
deemed a waiver of sovereign immunity. It is not intended for this provision to create any
right of subrogation or any other third-party rights.
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13. The sponsorship and organizational duties under this agreement shall not be assignable
without the formal written consent of the City Council.
AGREED to on the date first set forth above.
CITY OF SEBASTIAN
SEBASTIAN RIVERFRONT FINE
ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL, INC.
Al Minner, City Manager
ATTEST:
Sally A. Maio, MMC
City Clerk
(Seal)
By:
Its:
Approved as to form and legality for
reliance by the City of Sebastian only:
Rich Stringer, City Attorney
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AGENDA TRANSMITTAL
Subject: Agenda No. ~ . ~
CLAMBAKE AGREEMENT Department Origin: CITY MANAGER
City Attorney:
A ov r Submittal by: City Clerk:
Date Submitted: 20 MAR 08
A inn , Cit Mana er
Exhibits: Agreement
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: AMOUNT BUDGETED: APPROPRIATION
N/A N/A REQUIRED:
N/A
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SUMMARY
Attached is an amended version of the Sebastian Clambake Agreement. Please review and act
accordingly. Also attached is supporting information about expenses and the like.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council approve Clambake Agreement.
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SEBASTIAN CLAMBAKE FESTIVAL
HOSTING AND SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT
This AGREEMENT made this _ day of , 2008, between the CITY OF SEBASTIAN, a
Florida municipal corporation (hereinafter called the "CITY") and the SEBASTIAN CLAMBAKE
FOUNDATION, INC. a Florida non-profit corporation (hereinafter called the "FOUNDATION")
provides that
WHEREAS, the CITY hosts public festivals in the Riverview Park complex in the winter, spring
and summer of each year; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable that the CITY host a fall festival; and,
WHEREAS, the FOUNDATION has formed and incorporated for the purpose of organizing a
festival to be known as "The Sebastian Clambake Lagoon Festival" (hereinafter called the
"Clambake") in celebration of the unique aspects of life along the Indian River Lagoon, to 6e held
each year in the fall; and,
WHEREAS, the CITY and FOUNDATION desire that said celebration be centered around CITY's
Riverview Park complex; and
THEREFORE, IN AND FOR CONSIDERATION of the mutual benefits and promises herein, the
sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged by the parties, it is agreed:
1. That the previous Agreement between the CITY and FOUNDATION, dated August 28,
2002 is hereby superceded by this Agreement.
2. The CITY shall be host to the FOUNDATION's Clambake for the years 2008 through
2012 and the parties shall cooperate in conducting the Clambake as set forth herein.
3. The FOUNDATION, with the aid and assistance of necessary CITY personnel, shall
organize and administrate all activities and events for the Clambake, unless otherwise set
forth herein, in compliance with all applicable ordinances, statutes, health codes and
other governmental regulations, and subject to reasonable safety controls of the Police
Department, Fire Marshall and Health Department.
4. The Clambake shall entail, at a minimum, the serving of clambake-style seafood, beer
and/or wine and non-alcoholic beverages, and musical entertainment, as well as various
water-related activities, over athree-day period occurring on a date mutually agreeable to
both parties targeted for the first full weekend in November.
5. Except as specifically set forth herein, the FOUNDATION shall have all financial
responsibility for funding the Clambake. It is recognized that the Clambake is intended to
be afund-raiser for local charitable and public-purpose projects and that, towards these
purposes, the FOUNDATION may be compensated by vendors and others for use of the
rights-of-way and park areas subject to this Agreement. So long as its non-profit status is
maintained, however, the FOUNDATION shall control disbursement of all proceeds of the
clambake in accordance with the requirements of Florida Law.
6. The CITY recognizes that the FOUNDATION is generally exempt from the Florida
Sunshine laws; however, the FOUNDATION will, within one hundred and twenty (120)
days from the last of the Clambake, provide to the CITY an annual financial report
showing all FOUNDATION revenue and expenses.
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7. Commencing as of 3 P.M. on the Thursday preceding the event, the entire Riverview
Park complex, including the Yacht Club facilities, will be dedicated to the exclusive use of
the Clambake. Sebastian Boulevard and Harrison Street east of the adjacent private
properties thereupon, and Indian River Drive between Coolidge and the southern
boundary of the Park, will be closed to traffic commencing as of 8 A.M. on the Friday of
the event. These restrictions shall continue until the conclusion of the Clambake on
Sunday evening.
8. The FOUNDATION is authorized to hold a carnival as part of the Clambake. In the event
such a carnival is held, the portion of the Riverview Park complex reasonably required for
the same shall be dedicated to this exclusive use up to 72 hours earlier than as set forth
in paragraph 7 in order to accommodate set-up of the attractions.
9. The FOUNDATION is authorized to hold a boat show as part of the Clambake.
10. The FOUNDATION is authorized to maintain and shall have full responsibility for
maintaining, the Castaway's Bonfire in accordance with established fire safety guidelines,
and shall at all times have representatives tending the same.
11. The FOUNDATION shall have the use of the CITY portable band shell during the
Clambake.
12. In conjunction with the Castaway's Bonfire, the FOUNDATION is authorized to bring in
loads of sand to enhance the facilities. Said sand placement shall be coordinated with
the Director of Public Works and, as a donation by the FOUNDATION to the benefit of
the public, after the event said sand can be incorporated as fill into needed areas of the
Riverview Park Complex or where the CITY determines it most desirable.
13. The CITY shall provide law enforcement personnel, as deemed necessary by the Chief of
Police, throughout the event, including at a minimum one officer (either a certified sworn
officer or a member of the department volunteers) who shall be specifically assigned to
duty at the Riverview Park Complex for security overnight on Friday and Saturday
evenings of the event.
14. The CITY shall provide a reasonable system of off-site parking and transport during the
event except for those occasions when the parties agree that the same is not needed.
CITY shall bear the financial responsibility for this system.
15. The CITY shall provide public works personnel to supervise and assist in event set-up,
including initial preparation of the site, including insect control, and with event wrap-up.
During the event at least one CITY public works representative will be on site for trouble-
shooting duties. Additionally, the CITY shall provide all electric and water utilities and
additional portable restroom facilities as needed by the Clambake. The CITY will make
reasonable attempt to operate and dispose of waste in an environmentally recommended
fashion.
16. Upon submitting event advertising receipts, the CITY will reimburse the same up to five
thousand dollars ($5,000).
17. Additionally, CITY shall publicize the event thorough its newsletter, governmental access
channel, public signage, wetisite and all other available CITY information outlets.
18. The CITY shall be accorded the highest level of sponsorship for the festival and shall
receive the publicity and recognition granted any others of that status.
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19. The FOUNDATION agrees to indemnify, defend and hold CITY harmless from any and
all claims of any nature brought by the FOUNDATION members, or agents in the course
of performing FOUNDATION's obligations under this Agreement, or from any claims by
any persons arising from or damages incurred by the CITY from the wrongful acts of
FOUNDATION members or agents whatsoever arising from the exercise of the privileges
and obligations set forth hereunder. It is not intended for this provision to create any right
of subrogation or any other third-party rights.
20. The CITY agrees to indemnify, defend and hold FOUNDATION harmless from any and
all negligence claims of any nature brought by CITY's employees or agents in the course
of performing CITY's obligations under this Agreement, or from any claims by any
persons arising from the wrongful actions of CITY's employees or agents whatsoever
arising from the exercise of the privileges and obligations set forth hereunder. Nothing
herein shall be deemed a waiver of sovereign immunity. It is not intended for this
provision to create any fight or subrogation or any other third-party rights.
AGREED to on the date first set forth above.
CITY OF SEBASTIAN
AI Minner, City Manager
ATTEST:
Sally A. Maio, MMC
City Clerk
SEBASTIAN CLAMBAKE
FOUNDATION, INC
By:
Its: Anjani Grillo -President
Approved as to form and legality for
Reliance by the City of Sebastian
only:
Rich Stringer, City Attorney
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MAJOR EVENT EXPENSES
ESTIMATE FOR 1 YEAR
CLAMBAKE
ITEM 2006 NOVEMBER ESTIMATED
Additional Police $905 $950
Public Works 12,974 11,300
Miscellaneous 2,115 2,200
Advertising 8,500 5,000
Parking 610 625
MISC Reimbursement 1,981) (2,000
TOTAL ESTIMATE $23,122 $18,075
Notes: Some miscellaneous expenses are reimbursed by Clambake. Advertising is
reduced per new contract. Estimated future reduces personnel time by 25% and
increases salaries by 5%. No allocation for equipment costs -see memo.
ART FESTIVAL
ITEM QUANTITY COST
Police Department Overtime (Quantity in Hours) 42 2,033.58
PW -Road Crew Overtime (Quantity in Hours) 34 953.06
PW -Parks Crew Overtime (Quantity in Hours> 9 172.44
Employee Over Time Costs (Quantity in Hours) 85 $3,159.08
TC Palm Advertisements 3 2,663.10
Florida Today Advertisements 1 1,337.50
Reliabili Pol Johns 5 570
TOTAL COST $7,729.68
4TH OF JULY
ITEM QUANTITY COST
Police Department (16 PD @ 4 HRS OT) $48.50 $3,104.00
Public Works (15 @ 12HR) $25.00 $4,500.00
Poly Johns $1,000.00
Other Miscellaneous $1,500.00
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WILDLIFE FESTIVAL
ITEM QUANTITY COST
Police Department (2 PD @ 10 HRS OT) $48.50 $970.00
Public Works (3 5 HR $25.00 $375.00
TC]TAL $1,345.00
TOTAL MAJOR EVENT COSTS $37,253.68
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TO: Members of the Sebastian City Council
FROM: AI Minner, City Manager
RE: 2006 CALM BAKE EXPENSES
DATE: Friday, December 1, 2006
Pursuant to the annual request of City Council, provided in this memo is a detail of City expenses
associated with our co-sponsorship of the 2006 Calm Bake. The expenses break down into four
categories; (1) personnel, (2) equipment; (3) materials; and, (4) contractual obligations, which include
event advertising and the parking shuttle. The expenses are as follows:
ITEM I COST
Personnel (472.25 Hours for 60 Employees from Various Departments) $13,878.42
Equipment 2,955.10
Miscellaneous Materials 2,115.36
Contractual Obli ationS (Approximate) 9,110.00
TOTAL COSTS $28,058.88
LESS EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS 5,070.46
*TOTAL DIRECT COST TO CITY $22,988.48
In formulizing these casts, the following assumptions and actions have been taken to determine a "total
direct cost to the City":
Miscellaneous expenses are material such as extension cords, padlocks, hoses, ect. These material costs will be
reimbursed by the Cafm Bake Foundation and become possessions of the foundation.
2. Equipment use is a "non-monetary" expense, meaning there is no fully tangible ability to accurately measure their direct
expense (i.e. how much gas was consumed by the vehicle or no direct cash to track usage). As such, this expense is
estimated by using a standard unit cost for vehicle types on a per hour basis. The unit rates were derived from standard
federal guidelines for vehicle and equipment types (these are the same formulas used by FEMA for equipment use
reimbursement). Also note that specific assumptions were made for the "Gator", "Easy-Go", Golf Carts, "Toro" and band
shell. There were not standard units for these pieces of equipment so units prices were done by making assumptions.
For example, the City of Vero Beach was contacted for their price schedule for band shell rental.
3. Regular time personnel costs can be considered intangible expenses to a certain degree. Regular hours are used for
preparation and clean up and have not been counted towards a total direct cost. This action was taken because no direct
money is spent for this item, as personnel costs for the year are already a planned expenditure. Hence the loss is one of
work time as other projects maybe delayed while crews are preparing or cleaning up after the event. Further, one of the
missions of the City is to provide cultural and recreational activities for the community. Therefore, this cost was not
considered in the analysis.
Nonetheless, for a rough estimate of regular time, approximately 20 employees were required for 24 hours of work.
Assuming an average wage of $15.50 per hour, regular work costs for the Calm Bake would be $7,440 (not including
benefits).
4. Per the agreement with the Calm Bake Foundation, advertising costs for the event are the responsibility of the City. As of
the writing of this memo, the Foundation has not billed the City for these costs. I estimate that they will be approximately
$8,500,
5. Some consideration may be given to payment of direct costs. The historic policy has been that contractual obligations
have been paid by the CRA, while the personnel obligations have been absorbed by the General Fund. Please advise
according should you wish to change this policy. In my opinion, the CRA has the funds available to cover the annual cost
of personnel. Further, I would also argue that preparing for the event has a direct promotional effect to enhance and
promote the CRA area; thereby, making eligible. However, as the CRA begins other major projects, allocations are of
amounts that it is easily managed by the General Fund, without taking away money for future CRA capital improvements.
6. This memo provides bottom line category costs. Should you wish to see a detail of each expense category, that
information can be provided.
In summary, for the purpose of this report, total direct cost to the City for the Calm Bake are (1) overtime
costs; and, (2) contractual obligations. These items are annually budgeted and, as stated in note #5, will
be split between the CRA Fund (contractual) and General Fund (overtime). Having considered the
following, direct cash expenses to the City for the 2006 Calm Bake is $22,988.48.
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SEBf~STII~N RiVERFROIyT FItyE ART 1+~ND Ml1Si~
FF.~STIVI~I~, Itye.
Enclosed please review copies of The Sebastian Riverfront Fine Art
and Music Festival, inc. financials, City of Sebastian financial
report(provided separately by AI Minner}, and proposed renewal
contract #or the next fNe years. This year's event was hugely
successful with record attendance by the public, and direct, positive
impact throughout the business community.
The cost of the show was $5500.00 SRFAMF, $7700.00 City of
Sebastian, $1000.00 scholarships to be awarded in May 2008, and
in-kind sponsorships of $5000.00(music, advertising other than City,
and attorney fees} for a total of $19,200.00.
As you can see, the total income #rom this year's event was
$10,500.00. Without the sponsorship of the City we could maintain
the event for about 2 years, therefore the sponsorship of the City is
vital and appreciated. Our reserve funds can then grow to fund art in
public places, growth of the festival, and other cultural events. A five
year contract wilt allow SRFAMF to plan and cultivate such projects.
SRFAMF will continue to promote and enhance the image and
potential of our City in a partnership that implements the City's
mission statement.
As president of SRFAMF I would appreciate p{acing this on the last
meeting of the March agenda, and PLEASE cats me before the
meeting with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
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Sebastian Riverfront Fine Arts ~ Music Festival
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Profit & Loss
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cash Basis October 2007 through January 2008
Oct'07 -Jan 08
Ordinary incomelExpense
income
Direct Public Support
Sponsorship 250.00
individ, Business Contributions 100.00
Total Direct Public Support 350.00
Rentals
Booth Rental 7,250.00
Administrative Fee 1,365.00
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Total Rentals 8,615.00
Other
T-shirtslPosters 1, 548.00
Total Other 1 ~~•~
Total Income 10,513.00
Expense
operations
Entertainment SUU.UU
Awards/Judging 1,000.00
Merchandise 1,424.08
Dues, Fees and Subs 135.00
Postage and Delivery 141.00
Supplies 488.85
Bank Charges 62.00
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Total Operations 3,750.93
Professional Fees
Legal Fees 175.40
Total Professional Fees 175.40
Facilities and Equipment
Equipment Rental 611.63
Total Facilities and Equipment 611.63
Other Types of Expenses
License ~ Permits 30.00
Insurance 965.51
Total Other Types of Expenses 995.51
Total Expense 5,533.47
Net Ordinary income 4,979.53
Net income 4,979.53
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&:21 AM Sebastian Rivertront Fine Arts i'~ Music Festival, tnc.
o2r2sros Profit & Loss Budget vs. Actual
r cash Basis October 2Q07 through January 2008
Oct'O7 -Jan 08 Budget S Over Budget °~ of Budget
Ordinary income/Expense
income
Direct Public Support
Sponsorship 250.00 3,000.00 (2,750.00) $.3%
lndivid, Business Contributions 100.00
Total Direct Public Support 350.00 3,000.00 (2,650.00) 11.7°k
Rentals
Booth Renta! 7,250.00 8,200.00 (950.00) 88.4%
Administrative Fee 1,365.00
Total Rentals 8,615.00 8,200.00 415.00 105.1 °~
Other
Food 0.00 3,000.00 (3,000.00} 0.0%
Trshirts/Posters 1,548.00 1,000.00 548.00 154.8%
Total Other 1,548.00 4,000.00 (2,452.00) 38.7%
7otai Income 10,513.00 15,200.00 {4,687.00) 692%
Expense
Operations
Advertising 0.00 2,000.00 (2,000.00) 0.0%
Entertainment 500.00 3,000.00 (2,500.00} 16.7%
Awards/Judging 1,000.00 1,100.00 (100.00) 90.9%
Site Management 0.00 2,000.00 (2,000.00) 0.0%
Artist Breakfast 0.00 300.00 (300.00) 0.0%
Merchandise 1,424.08 50D.00 924.08 284.8%
Dues, Fees and Subs 135.00
Postage and Delivery 141.00
Supplies 488.85
Bank Charges 62.00
TatalOperations 3,750.93 8,900.00 (5,149.07) 42.1°~
Professional Fees
Legal Fees 175.40
Professional Fees -Other 0.00 1,000.00 (1,000.00) 0.0%
Total Professional Fees 175.40 1,000.00 (824.60 17.5°k
Facilities anti Equipment
Equipment Rental 61 i .63
Total Facilities and Equipment 611.63
Other Types of Expenses
Scholarships 0.00 2,000.00 (2,000.00) 0.0%
License 8 Permits 30.00
Insurance 965.51
Total Other Types of Expenses 995.51 2,000.00 (1,004.49) 49.8%
Total Expense 5,533.47 11,900.00 (6,366.53) 46.5°h
Net Ordinarylncome 4,979.53 3,300.00 1,679.53 150.9%
Net income 4,979.53 3,300.00 1,679.53 150.9%
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