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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08082001WorkshopSE, I .4 STi HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MINUTES CITY OF SEBASTIAN INDIAN RIVER COUNTY FLORIDA RIVERVlEW PARK EXPANSION ENHANCEMENTS (FORMER GOOD GUYS PROPERTY) WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2001- 6PM Mayor Barnes called the workshop to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL City Council Present: Mayor Walter Barnes Mr. Joe Barczyk Mr. Edward J. Majcher, Jr. Mr. James Hill City Council Absent: Vice Mayor Ben A. Bishop-excused Staff Present: City Manager, Terrence Moore City Attorney, Rich Stringer City Clerk, Sally Maio Deputy City Clerk, Jeanette Williams City Engineer, Ralph Brescia Finance Director, Mark Mason Growth Management Director, Tracy Hass Growth Management Manager, Jan King Zoning Technician, Dorri Bosworth Public Works Director, Terry Hill City Council Workshop August 8, 2001 Page Two WORKSHOP ITEMS A. Position Statement by City Manaper, Terrence M0..or..e.. The City Manager stated the purpose of the meeting was to discuss improvements to Riverview Park expansion, purchased FRDAP funds and the use of Florida Inland Navigation District funding for improvements and clarification of Riverfront Overlay District development issues. Burt Jones, Engineering Technician, addressed City Council on the site plan which includes two proposed piers, picnic tables, recreational activities, sidewalk, restroom and shoreline restoration for the area. Marry Smithson, Sebastian Watershed Action Committee, introduced members of the committee, and briefly explained the shoreline damage along the Riverview Park east and the subsequent community effort to stabilize the shoreline conducted several years ago. He then exhibited the existing condition of the Good Guys property shoreline, and suggested removal of extensive concrete rubble, and correct stabilization of the shoreline. He stated that they could offer assistance in locating additional funding. Mr. Smithson then responded to questions from Council regarding the stabilization by using coquina rock. Bob Day, scientist with St. Johns River Water Management District, stated that in situations where bulkhead failed once, it will fail again if you don't get rid of the problem. B. Present Commitment to Implement Riverfront Property Improvement The City Manager stated that shoreline stabilization and restoration along with riverfront enhancements are accepted policies in accordance with the grants, but this does not preclude action on other riverfront enhancements. He stated that most of the recommendations made this far, have concurred with each other and he will come back to council for recommendations concerning funding allocations, bid processes and so forth. The City Manager stated funding has been received from the Florida Inland Navigational District and a permit has been received from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The City Manager also stated this is a conceptual plan at this point. The City Attorney asked if there was going to be a public workshop to finalize the plan for the park improvements. Mr. Barczyk suggested public input be taken on the placement of park improvements. City Council concurred that there will be another workshop to take input on the placement of improvements in the park. City Council Workshop August 8, 2001 Page Three DirectionNision for Riverfront Overlay District-Commercial Development, Redevelopment and Public Enhancement The City Manager stated that last May the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) visualized what could take place in Sebastian and that he sought input on the conceptual design. Mr. Barczyk suggested going forward on the shoreline revitalization prior to design of the park. Mr. Majcher cautioned against leaving out the concept of attaining revenue from a marina to draw tourists and provide access to the ocean. Mr. Hill said he agreed with proposed marina and building designs within the River'front charrette and other concepts to accentuate the beauty of the riverfront but objected to any idea of selling off city property. The City Manager supports any private investment that might happen. The City Manager encouraged a future workshop to discuss funding, financing and establishing enterprise funds to initiate those economic arrangements in the future. Mayor Barnes stated that it was to the City's benefit to have a completed charette to visualize what could happen. TAPE I - SIDE II (7:48 p.m.) Discussion took place on user fees when grant funds are utilized for property purchase. The City Manager stated fees can be charged as long as the fee is uniform for both residents and non-residents. Carolyn Corum, said she had a lot of concerns about the TCRPC plan and said she would give further input at the public workshop that will be scheduled. Charlie Stachel, discussed his concerns about the TCRPC, asked for assurance that the US 1 portion of the plan will be implemented, and asked how the plan will be updated in the future. He suggested the Riverfront Committee be resurrected and allowed to review the plan. Tut Connelly, Sebastian, asked if the grant dictated that we do something similar to the CAVCORP property. He also stated his opposition to any wave breaks. Mayor Barnes stated that the only mandatory projects discussed tonight is the shoreline stabilization and the building of a pier and there will be a future public City Council Workshop August 8, 2001 Page Three workshop. The City Manager would like to have a public workshop soon to start the bid processes. Mayor Barnes adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p,m. Approved at the August 22nd ...... Wal. Jt~Barn6s- .-.- . 'Sally A. M/afio _- City Cler~ 2001 Regular City Council Meeting.