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SEBASTIAN CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
CITY OF SEBASTIAN APPLICATION
STAN MAYFIELD WORKING WATERFRONTS GRANT PROGRAM
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2008 — 6:00 P.M.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3, ROLL CALL
4. RESOLUTION NO. R -08 -28 — Approving City of Sebastian Application for the
Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts Grant Program (City Manager Transmittal,
R- 08 -28, and Grant Application to be Delivered 11 11 7108)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA,
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT A CITY OF SEBASTIAN
APPLICATION FOR THE STAN MAYFIELD WORKING WATERFRONTS GRANT; PROVIDING
FOR EFFECTIVE DATE.
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AGENDA TRANSMITTAL
Stan Mayfield Working Waterfront Grant
I Consideration
by:
Attached Grant Applications
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED:
A, $250,000 (Waterfront Collaborative)
B. $575,000 (Riverview Park)
C. $925,400 (Both)
Agenda No,
Department Origin: City Manager
City Attorney:
City Clerk:
Date Submitted: 17 NOV 008
AMOUNT AVAILABLE
$370.992 — Available
$371,000 (CRA); $304,000 (REC)
$250,00 CRA; $675,000 (REC)
SUMMARY
APPROPRIATION
REQUIRED:
See Amount Available
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On Wednesday, November 19, 20018, City Council will be conducting a Special Meeting to
consider application for the Stan Mayfield Working Waterfront Grant (SMWWG). The purpose of
the meeting is to approve a resolution, from the governing body, issuing authority to the City
Manager to apply for said grant. This is a typical grant requirement.
This issue is separate from the resolution Council approved on Wednesday, November 12, 2008.
That resolution was in support of the Fisherman's Landing Sebastian, Inc. (FLS) SMWWG,
Based on discussion at that meeting and subsequent request(s) from Council Members, I have
prepared alternate grant applications for Council consideration. Each of these grant applications
is substantially complete, They still need some minor editing and backup documentation
compilation, but are in a form that Council can approve core grant concepts and costs. Please
note the project summaries for main concepts. The grant deadline is Wednesday, November 2E,
2008 at 5:00 PM. With that being stated, the Council has two grants pending consideration.
�- First, City staff has prepared a grant that is ancillary to the FLS grant entitled "Sebastian Working
Waterfront Collaborative ". This grant proposes to purchase Hurricane Harbor and Sebastian
Entertainment Center, While, the FLS grant is separate and seeks land acquisition funds to serve
as the actual working waterfront, the City's application would provide ancillary fishery services
that allow public access to learn and experience one of Florida's important economic staples —
fisheries. Through acquiring other land adjacent to the proposed FLS properties, the "Sebastian
Working Waterfront Collaborative" seeks areas to provide additional parking, commercial pier
space, and various facilities for historic preservation, eco- tourism and culinary institutes. The
basic concept is to create a Sebastian working waterfront destination. Ultimately this destination
draws visitors to Sebastian and generates commerce, which are the building blocks to promote
_ the goals of the CRA District.
The second grant, for consideration by Council is for the ,purchase of Flagship Marina, This grant
is entitled "Sebastian Riverview Park Marina ". It seeks many of the same situational
circumstances as the other grant. For example, purchasing this facility provides opportunity for a
location for historic fishing preservation, eco - tourism and specific education about the fishing
Industry. For the City, it also provides a vital missing link to the Riverview Park that can promote
fishing during many of the community's festivals, such as the clambake.
i FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Obviously, the financial implications vary greatly based on Council action. To provide grant
matches, the City seeks to maximize its resources without draining funds for future projects.
Hence, the best available sources are the CRA Fund and the Recreation Impact Fee Fund.
For the "Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative " grant, a 25% match is sought for a total of 5
grant points. Note, no match is required for grant submission; but providing a match increases
likelihood of funding. However„ the City has worked with County officials to put together a total
match of 1,000.00 - ($250,000 City, $750,000 County). At the time of this writing it is uncertain
whether the County will provide financial support, In this fashion, the action plan should be that
the City provide up to $250,000 from the CRA and modify the grant accordingly based on Indian
River County.
For the "Sebastian Riverview Park Marina" grant, County participation will not be received. This
increases the financial impact to the City because to receive the same grant points a 25% match
of $675,000 is required. Hence, to finance this match the recommendation would be $371,000
from CRA and $304,000 from Recreation Impact fees.
If both grants are submitted, approximately $925,000 is required ($250,000 for Sebastian
Working Waterfront Collaborative and $675,000 for Sebastian Riverview Park Marina). This
action can be funded via the CRA and Recreation Impact Fees in these amounts - CRA
$371,000 and Recreation $554,000. Currently the FY 09 CRA budget has an unallocated amount
of $370,992. In addition, just under $1,000,000 of Recreation Impact Fees is available.
Another question presented that has financial implications is the effect of removing ;property from
the tax rolls. These levels are low enough not to have major implication on the General and CRA
Funds. Further, the benefits of the potential growth affects from government ownership Far out
weigh the concern of lost tax revenue. Below is a chart, which shows rough estimates for these
scenarios.
PARCEL
2087 TOTAL TAX
2000 TOTAL TAX
CITY (1l.5ti6}
GENERAL FURB
CRA
Sebestfan EMertahmerd
$1,455
$13,097
$2,554
3284
$2,270
Hurricane Harbor
$76,925
$41,940
$8,170
$3,301
$4,878
:TOTAL FLSGRAHT
$76,382
$55,837
578,732
$3,584
$7,148
Rs ship
$17,043
$20,940
$4,083
$3,323
1760
TOTAL PARCELS
$35,425 1
$75,977
$14,616
1 $6,906
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CITY MANAGER COMMENT
As stated in the memo of November 12, 2008, only approximately $7 million in state funding is
available; making competition stout. While the Sebastian Riverview Park Marina fits into the
definition of a working waterfront, it is missing the key ingredient of the actual working waterfront.
Moreover, seeking two grants in a limited competitive fund, without multi jurisdictional support,
will demonstrate an un- unified vision coming from the City. This message, I fear, will eliminate
both grants from competition. Therefore, because the Sebastian Working Waterfront
Collaborative SWMMG more closely matches the grant program, it is this grant that should be
supported by Council.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council submit the "Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative„
SMWWG application aimed at supporting the Fisherman's Landing Sebastian application with
multi jurisdictional support and allocating up to $250,000 from the CRA for a grant match.
PREPARED RESOLUTIONS
Please note, two resolutions with the same number have been prepared. This will allow Council
to adopted one or both grants.
RESOLUTION NO. R- 08-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN,
FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT TWO CITY OF SEBASTIAN APPLICATIONS FOR THE STAN
MAYFIELD WORKING WATERFRONTS GRANT; PROVIDING FOR
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Florida Communities Trust has been authorized to provide funding
opportunities to local governments or non - profit entities to preserve and promote the commercial
i fishing industry in Florida through the Stan Mayfield Working waterfronts grant program.
WHEREAS, Sebastian City Council feels it is in the best interest of the City of Sebastian
to apply for the Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts grant program.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEBASTIAN, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to submit two applications for
grant funding to Florida Communities Trust for the Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts grant
program as attached hereto as Exhibit "A"
SECTION 2. Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon it adoption.
A motion to adopt the foregoing Resolution was made by Council Member
. The Motion was seconded by Council Member and, upon being put
into a vote, the vote was as follows:
Mayor Richard H. Gillmor
Vice Mayor Jim Hill
Council Member Andrea Coy
Council Member Dale Simchick
Council Member Eugene Wolff
The Mayor thereupon declared this Resolution duly passed and adopted this 19'x' day of
November, 2008.
ATTEST
CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
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Mayer Richard H. Gillmor
Approved As To Form And Legality For
Reliance By the City of Sebastian Only:
Sally A. Maio, MMC Robert A. Ginsburg
-� City Clerk Interim City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. R- 08 -28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEBASTIAN,
FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT A CITY OF SEBASTIAN APPLICATION FOR THE STAN MAYFIELD
WORKING WATERFRONTS GRANT; PROVIDING FOR EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Florida Communities Trust has been authorized to provide funding
opportunities to local governments or non - profit entities to preserve and promote the commercial
fishing industry in Florida through the Stan Mayfield Working waterfronts grant program.
WHEREAS, Sebastian City Council feels it is in the best interest of the City of Sebastian
to apply for the Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts grant program.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEBASTIAN, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to submit an application for
grant funding to Florida Communities Trust for the Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts grant
program as attached hereto as Exhibit "A ".
SECTION 2. Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect Immediately upon it adoption.
A motion to adopt the foregoing Resolution was made by Council Member
. The Motion was seconded by Council Member and, upon being put
into a vote, the vote was as follows:
Mayor Richard H. Gillmor
Vice Mayor Jim Hill
Council Member Andrea Coy
Council Member Dale Simchick
Council Member Eugene Wolff
The Mayor thereupon declared this Resolution duly passed and adopted this 19th day of
November, 2048.
CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
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Mayor Richard H. Gillmor
ATTEST: Approved As To Form And Legality For
Reliance By the City of Sebastian Only:
Sally A. Maio, MMC Robert A_ Ginsburg
City Clerk Interim City Attorney
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STAN MAYFIEL❑ WORKING WATERFRONT GRANT
PROGRAM
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CITY OF SEBASTIAN APPLICATION
"SEBASTIAN WORKING WATERFRONT
COLLABORATIVE"
Florida Communities Trust Application Form SMWW -1
Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts Grant Application Farm
In Accordance With Rule 9K-9.003(l), F.A.C.
1. PROJECT NAME Sebastian Workino Waterfront Collaborative
(Descriptive project name)
2. APPLICANT NAME City of Sebastian
(Name of Local Government or Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization)
Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, must provide the required information requested in Exhibits J, K and L.
3. PARTNERSHIP APPLICATION
Is this a Partnership Application between a Local Government and Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization?
YES NO _X_
If yes, provide the name of the Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization. Also, provide an application transmittal letter
from the partnering agency.
We are not submittin a lication as partnership, there will be two separate applications but the roiect does represent a
-. publiclpriyate collaboration between City, Cotin!y,_State and private sector.
4. KEY CONTACT PERSON
Note: The key contact is required to be an employee of the Local Government or Nonprofit Working Waterfront
Organization. Identify only one key contact person.
Key Contact Name Rebecca Grohal�
First Middle Initial Last
Title Growth Management Director
Department Growth Management
Mailing Address 1225 Main _Street
City Sebastian FL Zip Code 32958
Phone Numbr r ' �'[i72)�'589 55.18_ Fax Dumber (77 388 -8248
E -mail Address rcirohalfPcity6fsebastian.org
Chief'Admiriistrator for the Local Government
Name Al Minner . City Manager Phone Number (772) 38 -820.0
Note. If the Applicant's principal office address is a post office box, a delivery address is also required.
Delivery Address 1225 Main Street
City Sebastian FL Zip Code 32958
5. PROJECT SITE LOCATION
County Indian River Section 31 Township 30S Range 39E
Note:. Include all directional designations (Township either North or South Range either East or West).
6. TOTAL PROJECT ACREAGE
Indicate the approximate acreage of the Project Site. 2.01 Acres
Form SMWW -1, City of Sebastian — Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative Page 1
7. ACQUISITION TYPE
The Applicant must fill out one of the fallowing acquisition types, as appropriate.
The use of condemnation or the threat of condemnation is not considered a Voluntarily- Negotiated Transaction.
Parcels proposed to be acquired under these conditions do not qualify for Acquisition under the FCT program.
X Fee Simple
The Project Site will be a joint acquisition with both FCT and the Applicant participating in the Acquisition process.
Less than fee - Working Waterfront Covenants
FCT and the Applicant will acquire a less than fee interest in the site — acquiring the development rights off the property
while still allowing the owner to continue operation of the site as a Working Waterfront.
2 Number of separate ownerships to be acquired withln the Project Site.
Note: No Project Site can contain more than 3 ownerships.
Sebastian Entertainment — one owner
Hurricane Harbor — two corporations; Dancu Holdings Inc and Sebastian Harbour Ltd.
8. ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS
Enter an amount on each line and round to the nearest hundred dollars.
a. Land purchase price (estimated) $ 4,000,000
b. Acquisition costs (estimated)
Cost of certified survey(s), appraisal(s), appraisal reviews), title report(s), $ 25,000
title insurance premium(s) and environmental audit(s).
c. Total Project Costs [Add a. and b.] $4,025,000
v 9. AWARD AMOUNT AND MATCH
Dollar Amount
a. FCT grant award amount (1) I�d�ll I� $3,018,750.00
b. Match amount (2) „ ii�'�1'1)'R9ji "�cll1lpp 1iJl11J1�1 $1,006,250.00
c. Total Project Costs '[Add a ,and b.] ?'I i $4,025,000.00
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Percentage of Award
75% (2 decimal places)
25% (2 decimal places)
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(1) The tital,amount of any Award `or, combination of Awards applied for by any Local Governments) or Nonprofit
Working Waterfront Organization(s) under any Applications) or Partnership Application(s) for any project(s) shall not
exceed funds available during any one cycle.
(2) No match is required. , Points are awarded in the criteria (4)(a) 1 and 2 for various levels of match.
10. SOURCE OF MATCH.
Check the appropriate response(s) below to indicate eligible source(s) of Match:
X Existing or future cash from the Applicant.
X Cash or grant from federal, state, regional, county, municipal, or other agency.
Cash from a private [zonation.
Value of real property donated by the landowner in a documented bargain sale or Donation agreement.
Note: If the source of the Match is from a third party, provide documentation indicating source and amount.
Form SMWW -1, City of Sebastian — Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative Page 2
OWNERSHIP AND ACQUISITION PLAN
List all property owners and parcel tax identification numbers for all parcels.
The use of condemnation or the threat of condemnation is not considered a Voluntarily- Negotiated Transaction.
Parcels proposed to be acquired under these conditions do not qualify for Acquisition under the FCT program.
Requirement: Provide a willing owner letter for all parcels listed below (Exhibit H).
Owner's Name Parcel Tax ID Number(s)
31390600001001000001.0
30393100000002400004.0
Norbert Kreyer 31390600001002000001.0
Sebastian Harbor Ltd.
— Dancu Holdings Inc. 31390600001002000002.0
31390600001002000003.0
Owner's Mailing Address
Owner's Name Parcel Tax ID Number(s)
Sebastian Entertainment 30393100000002000003.0
Owner's Mailing Address Phone
1550 N. Indian River Dr Sebastian FL 32958 772
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Form SMWW -1, City of Sebastian — Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative Page 3
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The purpose of the Stan Mayfield Working' Waterfronts Program is to further the
protection and continuation of Working Waterfronts in the State of Florida.
"Working Waterfront" is defined in the Florida Statute as:
(a) A parcel or parcels of land directly used for the purposes of the commercial harvest of
marine organisms or saltwater products by state- licensed commercial fishermen,
aquaculturists, or business entities, including piers, wharves, docks, or other facilities
operated to provide waterfront access to licensed commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or
business entities; or
(b) A parcel or parcels of land used for exhibitions, demonstrations, educational venues, civic
events, and other purposes that promote and educate the public about economic, cultural, and
historic heritage of Florida's traditional working waterfronts, including the marketing of the
seafood and aquaculture industries.
The project proposed for funding in the grant application must clearly further the
purposes of a Working Waterfront as outlined above,
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Project Summary or Business Summary
Pr®ject Summary
A Project Summary is required when a Local Government proposes to acquire fee simple interest in the Project Site solely for a pubic
use such as a maritime museum, educational venue or civic event area to educate the public about the economic, cultural and historic
heritage of Florida's traditional working waterfronts. A Business Summary is not required for this type of project.
The Project Summary shall include a discussion of the purpose of the project, existing and future uses, existing and proposed physical
improvements and historic resources. Include the size of any existing or proposed buildings. Indicate if any easements, concessions,
or leases exist or are proposed. The recommended size for a Project Summary is one page.
See attached Exhibit
Business Summary
When the site is to be operated as a Working Waterfront, a Business Summary is required.
Recommended size of a Business Summary is two to five pages but use as many pages as needed.
f Address the following items. If an item is not applicable to the project, please state so.
Introduction
1. Provide a brief description of the existing and/or proposed activities on the site.
2. Discuss how the Project Site would further the protection and continuation of a Working Waterfront.
Note: The proposed activities on the site must conform to purposes of the Working Waterfronts Program as defined in 380.5105(a)
and (b).
1 Discuss how the development and management of the Project Site will provide an economic benefit to the community.
4. Ownership type:
Public ('Local Government)
Private - describe the type of ownership including:
Name of organization
Owner(s) or officers)
History and background of the business
Business
1. Describe existing or proposed'business activities on the site.
Note: The primary activities and revenues colleicted on site shall conform to the purposes of the Working Waterfront program
2. Explain the services; benefits and support to the commercial seafood industry,
3. Describe educational activities to be conducted that highlight the historical or current commercial fishing or aquaculture industry.
4. Explain any activities indirectly supporting the commercial seafood industry.
5. Describe the current and future demand for the facilities and activities to be provided, including but not limited to:
Description and size of current market;
Geographic region of customer base;
Describe competition in the area.
Management
1. Description offacility(ies). Identify existing and all proposed improvements:
a. Describe conditions and size of existing structures.
b. Description and approximate size of the proposed improvements.
Note: Any new structure to be located on sovereignty- submerged lands shall comply with the criteria set forth in F.A.C.
18 -21 including but not limited to the requirement that the structure be water dependent.
2. Identify existing and /or proposed easements, concessions, or leases.
3. Identify any existing or proposed third party leases including the lessee and purpose of the lease.
4. Identify all short term and long term maintenance requirements.
5. Discuss current and proposed staffing needs.
6. Identify the approximate cost for development and operation of the site including proposed Improvements, maintenance,
staffing, etc.
7. Identify funding sources for the development and maintenance of the site.
Appendix
Attach and label backup documentation to provide verification of above items as needed.
Form SMWW -t, City of Sebastian - Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative Page 5
PROJECT EVALUATION CFiITERIA
Answer the following questions, as applicable to the proposed project. Where requested, provide support documentation
or attached Exhibits.
Note: Provide a response to each of the following criteria, either yes or no. if the answer to a criterion is checked no,
move to the next question. if the answer to a criterion is checked yes, provide a response as appropriate and limit your
response to no more than % page. Any criterion that is not addressed or is left blank will not be evaluated and no
points will be awarded.
(1) Location
(a) The Project Site is located within the boundary of a locally designated Community Redevelopment Area as
defined in s. 163.340, F.S. and furthers the adopted community redevelopment plan (10 points).
YES �x_ NO
If yes, provide documentation from the local government that the Project Site is located within a Community
Redevelopment Area, provide a map showing the boundaries of the CRA, and provide a copy of the adopted community
redevelopment plan.
Were ali three documents provided in the grant application?
YES _X__, Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded.
(b) The Project Site is adjacent to state -owned submerged lands designated as an aquatic preserve identified in
s. 258.39, F.S. (10 points).
YES _X_ NO
If yes, provide documentation from the Department of Environmental Protection's Office of Coastal and Managed Areas,
including a map and letter that the Project Site is adjacent to state -owned submerged lands designated as an aquatic
preserve. .
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
YES ,X—, Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation from the Department of Environmental Protection's Office of Coastal and Managed
Areas is not provided, no points will be awarded.
(c) The Project Site is located within a municipality with a population less than 30,000 (10 points).
YES _X_ NO
If yes, provide documentation from the FCT web site showing that the Project Site is in a municipality with a population
less than 30,000.
Was documentation provided in the grant application?
YES X_, Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(d) The Project Site is within an area designated as an active "Waterfronts Florida Partnership Community" (9
points).
YES NO
If yes, provide documentation from the Department of Community Affairs` Waterfronts Florida Partnership, including a
map and letter, that the Project Site is located within an active "Waterfronts Florida Partnership Community".
Form SMWW -1, City of Sebastian — Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative Page 6
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
Na if documentation from the Department of Community Affairs' Waterfronts Florida Partnership is not
provided, no points will be awarded.
(e) The Project Site provides services and is located within 15 miles of a state designated aquaculture "Nigh
Density Lease Area" (5 points).
YES _X_ NO
If yes, provide documentation from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, including a map and letter, that
the Project Site is located within 15 miles of a state designated aquaculture "High density Lease Area ".
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is not provided, no
points will be awarded.
(f) The Project Site is within an area designated as a "Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern" (4 points).
YES No _X
If yes, provide documentation from the FCT web site showing that the Project Site is in "Rural Area of Critical Economic
Concern ".
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded.
2 Economic Consideration
(a) The proposed project provides an economic benefit to the community (10 points);
YES _X_ No
— If yes, discuss how the acquisition, development and management of the Project Site will provide an economic benefit to
the community.
Commercial fishing has been subject to many hardships over the past decade, including natural disasters like back to
back hurricane season and legislative impacts like net fishing ban and other restrictions. Commercial fisherman utilize
the City's two public boat ramps, however, many docks have been lost of the years. Luckily, fish are plentiful largely
thanks to the Indian River Lagoon and its prominence as a national estuary.
In addition to the cornmercial docks and expanded aquaculture facilities, the local commercial fishing will have a facility to
sell their fish. Further, economic benefit will be derived from the eco- tourism facility operating environmentally focused and
educational boat tours. All of the businesses along the Riverfront and Sebastian's business corridor (US 1) have the
opportunity to benefit from the increased traffic of day - trippers coming to the waterfront collaborative.
This plan also has the potential to have opportunity for the City by bringing residents and visitors alike to the waterfront,
and that increases all other economic development opportunities for job creation, food and bieverage sales, retail and
hotel /motel. "A rising fide raises all ships ". The State, through the Cultural Council, estimate that a "day- tripper" spends
anywhere from $71477 per person per day. Day trippers are visitors to the area that may come for an event (i.e. a
festival) or simply come to dine at a local restaurant. If an overnight stay is Included this figure becomes $135 -$156 per
person per day.
(b) The Project Site is located in a municipality or in the unincorporated county with a growth rate that exceeds
the average growth rate for the state, as shown by population increase since the last census (10 points);
YES X No
Form SMWW -1, City of Sebastian — Sebastian Working Waterfront Coiiaborative gaga. 7
If yes, provide documentation from the FGT web site showing that the Project Site is in an area that exceeds the average
growth rate for the state, as shown by population increase since the last census.
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES _X Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The Project Site has sustained hurricane damage in the past 5 years such that operating capacity was
reduced or normal operations were interrupted for a period of not less than two weeks (5 points).
YES X NO
If yes, provide documentation showing that the Project Site has sustained significant hurricane damage in the past 5
years, including identifying the hurricane and provide a state or federal document verifying that the project site sustained
significant hurricane damage such as a copy of the Department of Environmental Protection's Emergency Authorization
for the repair of the docking facility.
Both Hurricane Harbor and Sebastian Entertainment suffered damages in the hurricane season of 2004. Hurricane
Harbor had damage, including a boat that landed in the dining room.
The original structure on the Sebastian Entertainment project site was demolished and plans were made for a new facility
to be built that opened in the Spring of 2008.
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES _X , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
Q Site Suitability /Readiness
(a) The Project Site contain$' existing structures that can be used or require only minor improvements, for use as
commercial saltwater fisheries or aquaculture operations (points may be awarded based on the following
criteria).
(1) C7rackin i�facility for commercial fishing vessels (12 points);
YES ?4' of ll,i NO
If yes, describe the existing facility, condition of the existing structure and proposed uses for the docking facility.
The Sebastian Entertainment parcel has a commercial dock permit and the dock itself is 90% completely.
Provide photographs of the docking facility.
Were photographs of the existing docking facility provided?
YES �X_, Documented in Exhibit
NO If photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(2) A Seafood House or other buildings to be used for Working Waterfronts Business (10 points);
YES _X_ NO
If yes, describe the existing facility, condition of the existing structure, and proposed uses for the facility.
Both parcels have structures that can be utilized immediately for the working waterfront collaborative.
The Sebastian Entertainment parcel is envisioned to be an eco- tourism facility with abundant wall space for a
permanent exhibit of Sebastian's fishing heritage.
Form SMWW1, City of Sebastian — Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative Page 8
The Hurricane Harbor facility has a working restaurant, bar and deck to house a retail fish market and culinary
institute focusing on locally caught seafood and shellfish.
Provide photographs of the facility.
Were photographs of the existing facility provided?
YES _X`, Documented in Exhibit
NO If photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(3) Boat ramp for commercial fishing vessels (8 points);
YES N Q _X_
If yes, describe the existing facility, condition of the existing structure and proposed uses for the boat ramp.
The project site itself does not have a boat ramp, however, the City furnishes a public boat ramp that is less than
a mile from the site.
Provide photographs of the boat ramp.
Were photographs of the existing boat ramp provided?
YES _X Documented in Exhibit
NO If photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(4) Storage area for traps, nets, and other gear needed for commercial fishing or aquaculture operations
(4 points),
YES _X NO
If yes, describe the existing area and proposed uses for the storage area.
The Hurricane Harbor parcel on the west sine of the street contains area for a storage if needed.
Provide photographs of the storage area.
Were photographs of the storage area provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(b) The Project Site has a submerged land lease from the Board of Trustees, Environmental Resource Permit, or
Wetland Resource Permit for the existing or proposed docking facility (7 points),
YES _}t_ NO
If yes, provide a copy of the submerged land lease from the board of Trustees, Environmental Resource Permit, or
Wetland Resource Permit for the existing or proposed docking facility.
See attached permit for Sebastian Entertainment
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The Project Site has obtained all necessary permits from the local government for existing or proposed uses
on the uplands (7 points);
YES _X_ NO
If yes, discuss the existing or proposed uses of the upland and what local permits are required,
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Provide a fetter from the focal government planning or building department that the Project Site has obtained all necessary
permits for the existing or proposed uses on the uplands.
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(d) The proposed project will be acquired using a less - than -fee Working Waterfront Covenant for all of the land to
be acquired (5 points).
YES _}�_ NO
If yes, describe the existing or proposed activities that will be conducted to further continuation of 'Working Waterfront
activities in that area.
Provide an affidavit from the owner that they are willing to sell the development rights off the property and continue to
operate the site to further the continuation of Working Waterfront activities on the site.
Was the affidavit provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO if the affidavit is not provided, no points will be awarded
(e)The Project Site will participate in Florida's Clean Marina Program (4 points).
YES _X_ NO
The applicant will work with the Department of Environmental Protection to implement a Clean Marina Program at the
Project Site.
4 Financial Contribution
(a) Providing a share of the eligible Match. The Applicant is committed to:
(1) Provide a Match between 25 percent to 34 percent of the Project Costs, or, for Small Local Governments as
defined in 9K -002(21) and Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organizations, a Match between 10 percent and 19
percent pfifte �Project Costs (5 points); or
,tied'
YES X,> NO
(2) Provide a Match of 35 percent or more of the Project Casts, or, for Small Local Governments as defined in
9K- 9.002(21) and Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organizations, a Match of 20 percent or more of the Project
Costs (10 points).
YES NO
(b) The applicant has committed to major restoration of an existing docking facility for commercial fishing
vessels or to construct a new docking facility for commercial fishing vessels (8 points);
YES NO
For the major restoration of an existing docking facility, describe the existing docking facility, condition of the existing
docking facility, what repairs the applicant will do to bring the structure into working condition, and proposed uses of the
structure.
For the construction of a new docking facility, describe the size of the proposed ducking facility and the proposed use of
the structure,
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Provide photographs of the existing facility or the area for the proposed structure.
The proposed docking area needs to be located in a minimum of 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and not located over
any sea grass beds.
Provide documentation from a surveyor, engineer or environmental consultant, showing that the docking area is located in
at least 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and that there no grass beds in the docking area.
Was the documentation of the docking area and photographs of the existing facility or area of the proposed structure
provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO if the documentation and photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The applicant has committed to major restoration of an existing Seafood Rouse or other building(s) used for
Working Waterfront Business or to construct a new Seafood House or other buildings of at least 1,000 square
feet to be used for Working Waterfront Business (6 points);
YES _7i_ NO
For the major restoration of an existing structure, describe the existing structure, condition of the existing structure, what
repairs the applicant will do to bring the structure into working condition, and proposed uses of the structure.
The Hurricane Harbor facility can be opened and operated as is, however, some major repairs from 2004 hurricane
damage need to be made.
• Seawall repair
"` • Replacement of moisture damaged wood siding
• Roofing replacement (tin roof) over north side exterior mechanical area.
For the construction of a new building, describe the proposed size of the new structure (minimum of 1,000 square feet)
and the proposed use of the structure.
Provide photographs of the existing facility or the area for the proposed structure.
Were photographs of the existing facility or area of the proposed structure provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If the photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(d) The applicant has committed to major restoration of an existing boat ramp for commercial fishing vessels or
to construct a new boat ramp for commercial fishing vessels (4 points).
YES NO _
For the major restoration of an existing boat ramp, describe the condition of the existing goat ramp, what repairs the
applicant will do to bring the structure into working condition, and proposed uses of the structure.
For the construction of a new boat ramp, describe the proposed size of the new boat ramp and the proposed use of the
structure.
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Provide photographs of the "e>tist�rig boat ramp or the area for the proposed structure.
The toe of the boat ramp needs to be located in a minimum of 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and not adjacent to any
grass beds.
Provide documentation from a surveyor, engineer or environmental consultant, showing that the toe of the boat ramp is
located in at least 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and that there no grass beds in the area,
Was the documentation of the boat ramp area and photographs of the existing facility or area of the proposed structure
provided?
YES , Documented In Exhibit
NO If the documentation and photographs are not ,provided, no ,points will be awarded
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5 Community Planning
(a) The project is located in a Future Land Use category, zoning district, or overlay district that has been
identified for the protection and preservation of Working Waterfronts (5 points);
YES —X NO
If yes, provide a copy of the map showing that the Project Site is located in a Future Land Use category, zoning district, or
overlay district that has been identified for the protection and preservation of Working Waterfronts. Provide a description
of the purpose of the Future Land Use category, zoning district, or overlay district and how it furthers the protection and
preservation of Working Waterfronts.
Was a copy of the map and description of the category or district provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If a copy of the map and description are not provided, no points will be awarded
(b) The project furthers local government comprehensive plan objectives and policies that ensure the protection
and preservation of Working Waterfronts for use by commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or business entities
that support these industries (5 points);
YES X NO
If yes, identify which objectives or policies are furthered, provide a summary of the policy or objective, and describe how
the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies further the protection and preservation of Working
Waterfronts for use by commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or business entities that support these industries.
Provide a copy of the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies that ensure the protection and
preservation of Working Waterfronts for use by commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or business entities that support
these industries.
Were copies of the policies or objectives provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If a copy of the policies or objectives are not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The project furthers local government comprehensive plan objectives and policies to provide facilities that
promote and educate the public about the economic, cultural and historical heritage of Florida's traditional
Working Waterfronts (3 points).
YES _X_ NO
If yes, identify which objectives or policies, are furthered, provide a summary of the policy or objective, and describe how
the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies further the provision of facilities that promote and
educate the public about the economic, cultural and historical heritage of Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts.
Provide a copy of the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies to provide facilities that promote
and educate the public about the economic, cultural and historical heritage of Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts.
Were copies of the policies or objectives provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If a copy of the policies or objectives are not provided, no points wifl be awarded
(6) Public Education
r (a) The Project Site provides a permanent structure containing displays of artifacts and other items open to the
public that provide information about the economic, cultural or historic heritage of Florida's traditional Working
Waterfronts (4 points);
YES _X_ NO
If yes, describe the proposed permanent structure and the types of artifacts and other items to be displayed that will
provide information about the economic, cultural or historic heritage of Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts to the
public. Describe the approximate location of the structure and how public access to the structure will be provided.
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Both sites will contain artifacts and informational displays about Sebastian's fishing heritage. Artifacts include old barrels,
fishing apparatus, boat equipment (like anchors), and photographs from the historical society. public access to each site
is achieved through on site parking and ADA accessible structures. Outside kiosks that are weather resistant will be
utilized in addition to internal exhibits.
(b) The Project Site contains a structure(s) that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places administered
by the National Park Service (3 points);
YES NO _X
If yes, provide documentation from the Division of Historical Resources, including a map and letter, that the structure(s)
located on the Project Site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation from the Division of Historical Resources is not provided, no points will be awarded.
(c) Interpretive kiosk or signs will be provided that educate the public about the economic, culturat, or historic
heritage of 'Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts (2 points).
YES X_ NO
If yes_, describe the proposed kiosk or signs that will educate the public about the economic, cultural, or historic heritage of
Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts. Describe the approximate location of the kiosk or sign and how public access to
the kiosk or sign will be provided.
Sebastian Entertainment: Kiosk demonstrating ecological benefits of the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary and its
positive impact on the abundant species found in the Lagoon. This kiosk will focus more on the future of commercial
fishing by environmental stewardship of the Lagoon.
Hurricane Harbor: Kiosk featuring the rich history of Sebastian's commercial fishing industry and perspective on how
today's fishing industry offers millions of.dollars in revenue each year to the State.
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REQUIRED EXHIBITS
Each of the following exhibits is required to be submitted with the grant Application. Provide a label and tab for each
exhibit and please ensure that all exhibits are legible and of an appropriate scale. If two or more exhibits are
consolidated, make sure this is reflected on the exhibit label, If a specific exhibit is not applicable:, include an exhibit page
with a statement that it is "Not Applicable." Locate the exhibits behind the project evaluation criteria section of the
Application.
Exhibits
A. united States Geological Survey 7 112 minute quadrangle map with the boundary of the Project Site clearly
delineated.
B. County Tax Appraiser's map clearly delineating the Project Site boundary, names of the property owners, and parcel
tax identification numbers, and ownership boundaries using an appropriate scale,
C. Aerial photograph (1 inch = 2,000 feet or greater detail) with the Project Site boundary clearly delineated.
D. Physical improvements map of an appropriate scale that clearly delineates all existing physical Improvements,
alterations, or disturbances occurring on the Project Site, and including all cleared areas, buildings, roads, fences, docks,
power lines, billboards, boat ramps, parking areas and known easements and rights -of -ways, and the approximate
acreage of the foregoing.
E. Conceptual site plan that clearly delineates the Project Site boundary and shows the approximate location of all
proposed site Improvements.
-- F. One set of labeled photographs of the Project Site which depict all on -site features on the Project Site and including,
waterbodies, shorelines, historical features and existing improvements. Each photograph submitted shall include a legend
that identifies the photograph location and key features that the photograph is intended to depict.
G. If applicable, evidence of status as a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization as defined in subsection 9K-
9,002(16), F.A,C.
H. A signed statement from the owner(s) of each parcel indicating their willingness to consider an offer to purchase their
parcel(s). If it is a less than fee acquisition, provide an affidavit from the owner that they are willing to sell the
development rights off the property and to continue to operate the site as a Working Waterfront.
I. A copy of each Local Comprehensive Plan objective and policy cited in the grant Application that applies to the Project
Site. Please highlight, or underline the applicable plan directive being referenced.
J. If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, evidence of status of the organization, including
documentation from the Internal Revenue Service that the organization is recognized as a 501(c) organization, a copy of
the Bylaws, and a copy of the Articles of Incorporation.
K. If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, they shall provide documentation that they have funds
on hand, or letters of commitment to provide the funds prior to closing on the Project Site: (1) Fee simple acquisition, an
amount equal to ten percent of the Project Cost shall be set aside as a management endowment fund for the Project Site,
or (2) Less than fee Working Waterfront Covenant, an amount equal to five percent of the Project Cost shall be set aside
as a management endowment fund for the Project Site.
L. If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, they shall provide a guaranty or pledge by a Local,
Government, the Water Management District, or the Board of Trustees to act as a backup manager to take over the
responsibility for management of the Project Site in the event the Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization is unable to.
Form SMWW -1, City of Sebastian — Sebastian Working Waterfront Collaborative page 14
PROJECT SUMMARY
The Sebastian Waterfront Collaborative represents a public/private joint effort. All levels of government (City,
County, State) will be working with a non - profit organization — Fisherman's Landing Sebastian, Inc. to rejuvenate the
commercial fishing industry in Sebastian and provide a destination for waterfront and fishing enthusiasts. The vision
of the Waterfront Collaborative is to link together several key parcels on the Indian River Lagoon in an effort to
educate the public about the commercial fishing heritage of Sebastian through a retail /wholesale seafood house,
exhibitions, demonstrations, educational venues and civic events. The sites in this application will help create a
destination for promoting one of Florida's primary and historic economic industries — fishing. With this concept, the
City not only meets the goals of the Stan Mayfield Working Waterfront Program but also supports economic
redevelopment efforts within the Sebastian Community Redevelopment district. Currently, both the Sebastian
Entertainment and Hurricane Harbor sites are vacant and underutilized. By using CRA funds to match with the
FCTISMWWP grant funds, the City has the opportunity to use redevelopment funds for their primary purpose —
generating new tax bases, and bolstering the local economy through retail, food, beverage and hotelimotel sales
and, most importantly, job creation.
Ecotourism and Indian River Lagoon
Starting with the northernmost parcel, Sebastian Entertainment, the collaborative envisions this facility, with fully
permitted commercial dock, to be utilized for ecotourism. The City will solicit for a charter boat operator who will
operate boat tours accentuating the intrinsic value of the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary as well as the
nation's first wildlife sanctuary — Pelican Isle. Inside the building include artifacts and exhibits of Sebastian's fishing
heritage and a focus on how environmental stewardship can assist and augment the commercial fishing industry in
the future.
History, Education and Civic Events
Next, the Hurricane Harbor site is comprised of 5 parcels. This facility is immediately adjacent to Offshore Marina,
the Fisherman's Landing Sebastian Inc project site. This facility will showcase Sebastian's Commercial fishing
heritage. When Flagler brought the rail line all along Florida's coast, the long distance transportation of locally
caught seafood — a perishabie product became possible. Thanks to ice and barrels, manufactured in Sebastian,
an estimated 103,890 pounds of fish were shipped in 1895. By partnering with the Florida Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services the City will acquire the parcel to be run as a retail fish market, offering locally caught
species, daily catch speciafs, recipes, locally produced products. An on site culinary school will offer recipes
featuring locally caught seafood, as well as cooking demonstrations and training for restaurant/hospitality industry
jobs. Further, because of the size of the facility, a 'slew of higher educational offerings could occur at this location.
Through existing relationships with Indian River State College and Florida Atlantic University an on -site aquaculture
curriculum canlbe accomplished.
These two facilities will work in partnershlp with the Fisherman's Landing Sebastian project — a true working
waterfront commercial marina offering dockage: to commercial fishers, a fish house for processing the daily catch for
shipping and a`ri aquaculture operation. Their grant application is being submitted separately, The commercial
fishing industry, the heritage of Sebastian, Ecotourism and more all come together at Sebastian's Waterfront
Collaborative by creating facilities for the public that provide education and economic opportunities showcasing
s Florida's fishing industry.
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Willing Owner Statement
Fee Simple Acquisition
(Exhibit H)
TO: The City of Sebastian
Florida Communities Trust
RE: See Full Legal description attached
{Property description, either lot and black, brief legal description, or some other
identifying information]
TAX. PARCEL #. 31390600001001000001,0
30393100000002000004.0
31390600001002000001,0
313905000010020{70[102,0
31390600001002000003,0
I do hereby state that as the property owner(s) of the above - referenced property, I am willing to
entertain purchase offer frorim the City O�S bastian and Florida Communiti rs Truss
nt ame Owner Address '
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City, State, Zip
By:
Print Name
Telephone Number
Signature of Property Owner A ,.
Date Signed by Owner
A second signature line is provided for your use if your property is jointly owned (for example„ by
both husband and wife),
Please return this farm to:
Rebecca Grohall, AICP
City of Sebastian
1225 Main St.
Sebastian, FL 32958
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Willing Owner Statement
Fee Simple Acquisition
(Exhibit H)
TO: The City of Sebastian
Florida Communities Trust
RE: Unplatted, see full legal description
TAX PARCEL #: 30303100000002000003.0
., I do hereby state that as the property owner(s) of the above - referenced property, I am willing to
entertain a purchase offer from the City of Sebastian and Florida Communities Trust.
By:i! 1550 N. Indian River dr.
Chris Pins n sprint e) Owner ,Address
Sebastian, FL 32958
Signature of P operty Owner
City, State, Zip
For Sebastian Entertainment, LLC Telephone Number
11-12 -zDr
Date Signed by Owner
A second signature line is provided for your use if your property is jointly owned (for example, by
both 'husband and wife).
Please return this form to:
Rebecca Grohall, AICP
City of Sebastian
1225 Main St.
Sebastian, FL 32958
Full Legal Description
STAN MAYFIELD WORKING WATERFRONT GRANT
PROGRAM
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Florida Communities Trust Application Form SMW -1
Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts Grant Application Form
In Accordance With Rule 9K-9.003(l), F.A.C.
(Descriptive project name)
2. APPLICANT NAME City of Sebastian
(Name of Local Government or Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization)
Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, must provide the required information requested in Exhibits J, K and L.
3. PARTNERSHIP APPLICATION
Is this a Partnership Application between a Local Government and Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization?
YES NO X
If yes, provide the name of the Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization. Also, provide an application transmittal letter
from the partnering agency-
4. KEY CONTACT PERSON !�
Note: The key contact is required to be an employee of the Local Government or Nonprofit Working Waterfront
Organization. Identify only one key contact person.
Key Contact Name Al A. Minner
First Middle Initial Last
Title City Manager
Department Administration
Mailing Address 1225 Main Street
City Sebastian FL Zip Code 32958
Phone Number (772) 388 -8200 Fax Number (772) 581 -0149
E -mail Address aminner(a�ciNofsebastian.ora
Chief Administrator for the Local Government
Name Al Minner phone Number (772) 388 -8200
Note: If the Applicant's principal office address is a post office box, a delivery address is also required.
Delivery Address
City
5. PROJECT SITE LOCATION
FL Zip Code
County Indian River Section 08 Township 31S Range 39E
Note:. Include all directional designations (Township either North or South — Range either East or West).
Form SMWW -1 (Effective ) Page 1
6. TOTAL PROJECT ACREAGE
Indicate the approximate acreage of the Project Site.
7. ACQUISITION TYPE
The Applicant must fill out one of the following acquisition types, as appropriate.
1.4958 Acres
The use of condemnation or the threat of condemnation is not considered a Voluntarily- Negotiated Transaction.
Parcels proposed to be acquired under these conditions do not qualify, for Acquisition under the FCT program.
Fee Simple
The Project Site will be a joint acquisition with both FCT and the Applicant participating in the Acquisition process,
Less than fee - Working Waterfront Covenants
FCT and the Applicant will acquire a less than fee interest in the site - acquiring the development rights off the property
while still allowing the owner to continue operation of the site as a Working Waterfront.
Number of separate ownerships to be acquired within the Project Site.
Note: No Project Site can contain more than 3 ownerships.
8. ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS
Enter an amount on each line and round to the nearest hundred dollars.
a. land purchase price (estimated) $2,700.000
b. Acquisition costs (estimated)
Cost of certified survey(s), appraisal(s), appraisal review(s), title report(s), $7,590
title insurance premium(s) and environmental audit(s).
c. Total Project Costs [Add a, and b.] $2,707,500
9. AWARD AMOUNT AND MATCH
Dollar Amount Percentage of Award
a. FCT grant award amount (1) $2,032,500 75% (2 decimal places)
b. Match amount (2) $575.000 25% (2 decimal places)
c. Total Project Costs [Add a. and b.] $2,707.500 100 %
(Should equal S.c above)
(1) The total amount of any Award or combination of Awards applied for by any Local Government(s) or Nonprofit
Working Waterfront Organization(s) under any Application(s) or Partnership Applications) for any project(s) shall not
exceed funds available during any one cycle.
(2) No match is required, Points are awarded in the criteria (4)(a) 1 and 2 for various levels of match.
10. SOURCE OF MATCH
Check the appropriate response(s) below to indicate eligible source(s) of Match:
X Existing or future cash from the Applicant.
Cash or grant from federal, state, regional, county, municipal, or other agency.
-^ Cash from a private Donation.
Value of real property donated by the landowner in a documented bargain sale or Donation agreement,
Note: If the source of the Match is from a third party, provide documentation indicating source and amount.
Form SMWW -1 (Effective ) Page 2
OWNERSHIP AND ACQUISITION PLAN
A list all property owners and parcel tax identification numbers for all parcels.
The use of condemnation or the throat of condemnation is not considered a Voluntarily- Negotiated Transaction.
Parcels proposed to be acquired under these conditions do not qualify for Acquisition underthe FCT program.
— Requirement: Provide a willing owner letter for all parcels listed below exhibit H),
Owner's Name Parcel Tax ID Number(s)
Damien Gilliams 31390600000007000005.0
Owner's Mailing Address Phone
1623 US Highway 1 #A -5 L772589 -7368
Owner's Name
Owner's Mailing Address
Owner's Name
Owner's Mailing Address
Parcel Tax ID Number(s)
Parcel Tax ID Number(s)
Phone
Phone
Form SMww -1 (Effective ) Page 3
The purpose of the Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts Program is to further the
protection and continuation of Working Waterfronts in the State of Florida.
"Working Waterfront" is defined in the Florida Statute as;
(a) A parcel or parcels of land directly used for the purposes of the commercial harvest of
marine organisms or saltwater products by state - licensed commercial fishermen,
aquaculturists, or business entities, including piers, wharves, docks, or other facilities
operated to provide waterfront access to licensed commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or
business entities; or
(b) A parcel or parcels of land used for exhibitions, demonstrations, educational venues, civic
events, and other purposes that promote and educate the public about economic, cultural, and
historic heritage of Florida's traditional working waterfronts, including the marketing of the
seafood and aquaculture industries.
The project proposed for funding in the grant application must clearly further the
purposes of a Working Waterfront as outlined above.
Form SMWW -1 (Effective ) Page 4
Project Summary or Business Summary
Prviect_Summary
A Project Summary is required when a Local Government ,proposes to acquire fee simple interest in the Project Site solely for a public
use such as a maritime museum, educational venue or civic event area to educate the public about the economic, cultural and historic
heritage of Florida's traditional working waterfronts. A Business Summary is not required for this type of project.
., The Project Summary shall include a discussion of the purpose of the project, existing and future uses, existing and proposed physical
improvements and historic resources. Include the size of any existing or proposed buildings. Indicate if any easements, concessions,
or leases exist or are proposed. The recommended size for a 'Project Summary is one page.
Business Summary
When the site is to be operated as a Working Waterfront, a Business Summary is required.
Recommended size of a Business Summary is two to five pages but use as many pages as needed
Address the following items. If an item is not applicable to the project, please state so.
Introduction
1. Provide a brief description of the existing and/or proposed activities on the site.
2. Discuss how the Project Site would further the protection and continuation of a Working Waterfront,
Note: The proposed activities on the site must conform to purposes of the Working Waterfronts Program as defined in 384.5105(a)
and (b).
3, Discuss how the development and management of the Project Site will provide an economic benefit to the community.
4. Ownership type:
Public (Local Government)
Private — describe the type of ownership including.
Name of organization
Owner(s) or officer(s)
History and background of the business
Business
I. Describe existing or proposed business activities can the site.
iyote: The primary activities and revenues collected on site shall conform to the purposes of the Working Waterfront program,
2. Explain the services, benefits and support to the commercial seafood industry.
3. Describe educational activities to be conducted that highlight the historical or current commercial fishing or aquaculture industry.
4. Explain any activities indirectly supporting the commercial seafood industry,
5. Describe the current and future demand for the facilities and activities to be provided, including but not limited to-
Description and size of current market;
Geographic region of customer base;
Describe competition in the area.
Management
1. Description of facility(ies). Identify existing and all proposed improvements;
a. Describe conditions and size of existing structures.
b. Description and approximate size of the proposed improvements.
Note: Any new structure to be located on sovereignty- submerged lands shall comply with the criteria set forth in F.A.G,
18 -21 including but not limited to the requirement that the structure be water dependent.
2. Identify existing and/or proposed easements, concessions, or leases.
3. Identify any existing or proposed third party leases including the lessee and purpose of the lease.
4. Identify all short term and long term maintenance requirements.
5. Discuss current and proposed staffing needs.
6. Identify the approximate cost for development and operation of the site including proposed improvements, maintenance,
staffing, etc.
7. Identify funding sources for the development and maintenance of the site.
Appendix
Attach and label backup documentation to provide verification of above items as needed.
Form SMWW -1 (Effective ) Page 5
PROJECT EVALUATION CRITERIA
Answer the following questions, as applicable to the proposed project. Where requested, provide support documentation
or attached 'Exhibits.
Note: Provide a response to each of the following criteria, either yes or no, if the answer to a criterion is checked no,
move to the next question. if the answer to a criterion is checked yes, provide a response as appropriate and limit your
response to no more than °,z page. Any criterion that is not addressed or is left blank will not be evaluated and no
points will be awarded.
M_Location
(a) The Project Site is located within the boundary of a locally designated Community Redevelopment Area as
defined in s. 163.340, F.S. and furthers the adopted community redevelopment plan (10 points).
YES X NO
If yes, provide documentation from the local government that the Project Site is located within a Community
Redevelopment Area, provide a reap showing the boundaries of the CRA, and provide a copy of the adopted community
redevelopment plan.
Were all three documents provided in the grant application?
YES X , Documented in Exhibit A -1; A -2; A -3
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded.
(b) The Project Site is adjacent to state -owned submerged lands designated as an aquatic preserve identified in
s. 258.39, F.S. (10 points).
YES NO X
If yes, provide documentation from the Department of Environmental Protection's Office of Coastal and Managed Areas,
including a map and letter that the Project Site is adjacent to state -owned submerged lands designated as an aquatic
preserve.
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation from the Department of Environmental Protection's Office of Coastal and Managed
Areas is not provided, no paints will be awarded.
(c) The Project Site is located within a municipality with a population less than 30,000 (10 points).
YES X NO
If yes, provide documentation from the FCT web site showing that the Project Site is in a municipality with a population
less than 30,0001
Was documentation provided in the grant application?
YES X _, Documented in Exhibit 8
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(d) The Project Site is within an area designated as an active "Waterfronts Florida Partnership Community" (9
points).
YES NO X
If yes, provide documentation from the Department of Community Affairs' waterfronts Florida Partnership, including a
map and letter, that the Project Site is located within an active "Waterfronts Florida Partnership Community"
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
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YES Documented in Exhibit
NO if documentation from the Department of Community Affairs' Waterfronts Florida Partnership is not
provided, no points will be awarded.
(e) The Project Site provides services and is located within 15 miles of a state designated aquaculture "High
Density Lease Area" (5 points).
YES ,X NO
If yes, provide documentation from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, including a snap and letter, that
the Project Site is located within 45 miles of a state designated aquaculture "Nigh Density Lease Area ".
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
YES _X_, Documented in Exhibit C�
NO if documentation from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is not provided, no
points will be awarded.
(f) The Project Site is within an area designated as a "Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern" (4 points).
YES NO X
If yes, provide documentation from the FCT web site showing that the Project Site is in "Rural Area of Critical Economic
Concern ".
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded,
(2) Economic Consideration
(a) The proposed project provides an economic benefit to the community (10 points);
YES _X NO
If yes, discuss how the acquisition, development and management of the Project Site will provide an economic benefit to
the community.
(b) The Project Site is located in a municipality or in the unincorporated county with a growth rate that exceeds
the average growth rate for the state, as shown by population increase since the last census (10 points);
YES ]{ NO
If yes, provide documentation from the FCT web site showing that the Project Site is in an area that exceeds the average
growth rate for the state, as shown by population increase since the last census.
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES _X_, Documented in Exhibit _D
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The Project Site has sustained hurricane damage in the past 5 years such that operating capacity was
reduced or normal operations were interrupted for a period of not less than two weeks (5 points).
YES NO X
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If yes, provide documentation showing that the Project Site has sustained significant hurricane damage in the past 5
years, including identifying the hurricane and provide a state or federal document verifying that the project site sustained
significant hurricane damage such as a copy of the Department of Environmental Protection's Emergency Authorization
for the repair of the docking facility.
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES Documented in Exhibit
NO if documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
Site Suitabifi IReadiness
(a) The Project Site contains existing structures that can be used or require only minor improvements, for use as
commercial saltwater fisheries or aquaculture operations (points may be awarded based on the following
criteria):
(1) Docking facility for commercial fishing vessels (12 points);
YES NO X_
if yes, describe the existing facility, condition of the existing structure and proposed uses For the docking facility.
Provide photographs of the docking facility.
Were photographs of the existing docking facility provided?
YES Documented in Exhibit
NO If photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(2) A Seafood 'House or other buildings to be used for Working Waterfronts Business ('tp points);.
YES NO _7C_
if yes, describe the existing facility, condition of the existing structure, and proposed uses for the facility
Provide photographs of the facility.
Were photographs of the existing facility provided`.
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(3) Boat ramp for commercial fishing vessels (8 points);
YES NO _X_
If yes, describe the existing facility, condition of the existing structure and proposed uses for the boat ramp.
Provide photographs of the boat ramp,
Were photographs of the existing boat ramp provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO if photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(4) Storage area for traps, nets, and other gear needed for commercial fishing or aquaculture operations
(4 points);
YES NO —X
If yes, describe the existing area and proposed uses for the storage area
Provide photographs of the storage area.
Were photographs of the storage area provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
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NO If photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(b) The Project Site has a submerged land lease from the Board of Trustees, Environmental Resource Permit, or
Wetland Resource Permit for the existing or proposed docking facility (7 points);
YES NO _X_
If yes, provide a copy of the submerged land lease from the Board of Trustees. Environmental Resource Permit, or
Wetland Resource Permit for the existing or proposed docking facility.
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The Project Site has obtained all necessary permits from the local government for existing or proposed uses
on the uplands (7 points);
YES X_ NO
If yes, discuss the existing or proposed uses of the upland and what local permits are required.
Provide a letter from the local government planning or building department that the Project Site has obtained all necessary
permits for the existing or proposed uses on the uplands.
Was the documentation provided in the grant application?
YES `X_, Documented in Exhibit E_
NO If documentation is not provided, no points will be awarded
(d) The proposed project will be acquired using a less - than -fee Working Waterfront Covenant for all of the land to
be acquired (5 points).
YES NO X
If yes, describe the existing or proposed activities that will be conducted to further continuation of Working Waterfront
activities In that area.
Provide an affidavit from the owner that they are willing to sell the development rights off the property and continue to
operate the site to further the continuation of Working Waterfront activities on the site.
Was the affidavit provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If the affidavit is not provided, no points will be awarded
(e)The Project Site will participate in 'Florida's Clean Marina Program (4 points).
YES _X NO
The applicant will work with the Department of Environmental Protection to implement a Clean Marina Program at the
Project Site.
4 Financial Contribution
(a) Providing a share of the eligible Match. The Applicant is committed to:
(1) Provide a Match between 25 percent to 54 percent of the Project Costs, or, for Small Local Governments as
defined in 9K- 9.002(21) and Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organizations, a Match between 19 percent and 19
percent of the Project Costs (5 points); or
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YES X NO
(2) Provide a Match of 35 percent or more of the Project Costs, or, for 'Small Local Governments as defined in
9K- 9.002(29) and Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organizations, a Match of 20 percent or more of the Project
Casts (10 points).
YES NO X
(b) The applicant has committed to major restoration of an existing docking facility for commerciai fishing
vessels or to construct a new docking facility for commercial fishing vessels (8 points);
YES NO _K_
For the major restoration of an existing docking facility, describe the existing docking facility, condition of the existing
docking facility, what repairs the applicant will do to bring the structure into working condition, and proposed rises of the
structure.
For the construction of a new docking facility, describe the size of the proposed docking facility and the proposed use of
the structure.
Provide photographs of the existing facility or the area for the proposed structure.
The proposed docking area needs to be located in a minimum of 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and not located over
any sea grass beds,
Provide documentation from a surveyor, engineer or environmental consultant, showing that the docking area is located in
at least 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and that there no grass beds in the docking area
Was the documentation of the docking area and photographs of the existing facility or area of the proposed structure
provided
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If the documentation and photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The applicant has committed to major restoration of an existing Seafood House or other building(s) used for
Working Waterfront Business or to construct a new Seafood House or other buildings of at least 1,000 square
feet to be used for Working Waterfront Business (6 points);
YES NO _X_
For the major restoration of an existing structure, describe the existing structure, condition of the existing structure, what
repairs the applicant will do to bring the structure into working condition, and proposed uses of the structure.
For the construction of a new building, describe the proposed size of the new structure (minimum of 1,000 square feet)
and the proposed use of the structure.
Provide photographs of the existing facility or the area for the proposed structure.
Were photographs of the existing facility or area of the proposed structure provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO if the photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(d) The applicant has committed to major restoration of an existing boat ramp for commercial fishing vessels or
to construct a new boat ramp for commercial fishing vessels (4 points).
YES NO �}t
For the major restoration of an existing boat ramp, describe the condition of the existing boat ramp, what repairs the
applicant will do to bring the structure into working condition, and proposed uses of the structure.
For the construction of a new boat ramp, describe the proposed size of the new boat ramp and the proposed use of the
structure.
Provide photographs of the existing boat ramp or the area for the proposed structure.
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The toe of the boat ramp needs to be located in a minimum of 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and not adjacent to any
grass beds.
Provide documentation from a surveyor, engineer or environmental consultant, showing that the toe of the boat ramp is
located in at least 3 feet of water at Mean Low Water and that there no grass beds in the area.
Was the documentation of the boat ramp area and photographs of the existing facility or area of the proposed structure
provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If the documentation and photographs are not provided, no points will be awarded
(5) Communi!y Planning
(a) The project is located in a Future Land Use category, zoning district, or overlay district that has been
identified for the protection and preservation of Working Waterfronts (5 points);
YES �x� NO
If yes, provide a copy of the map showing that the Project Site is located in a Future Land Use category, zoning district, or
overlay district that has been identified for the protection and preservation of Working Waterfronts. Provide a description
of the purpose of the Future Land Use category, zoning district, or overlay district and how it furthers the protection and
preservation of Working Waterfronts.
Was a copy of the map and description of the category or district provided?
YES _x Documented in Exhibit
NO If a copy of the map and description are not provided, no points will be awarded
(b) The project furthers local government comprehensive plan objectives and policies that ensure the protection
and preservation of Working Waterfronts for use by commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or business entities
that support these industries (5 points);
YES __x� NO
if yes, identify which objectives or policies are furthered, provide a summary of the policy or objective, and describe how
the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies further the protection and preservation of Working
Waterfronts for use by commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or business entities that support these industries.
Provide a copy of the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies that ensure the protection and
preservation of Working Waterfronts for use by commercial fishermen, aquaculturists, or business entities that support
these industries.
Were copies of the policies or objectives provided?
YES :x_, Documented iin Exhibit _G_
NQ If a copy of the policies or objectives are not provided, no points will be awarded
(c) The project furthers local government comprehensive plan objectives and policies to provide facilities that
promote and educate the public about the economic, cultural and historical heritage of Florida's traditional
Working Waterfronts (3 points)..
YES �x� NO
If yes, identify which objectives or policies are furthered, provide a summary of the policy or objective, and describe how
the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies further the provision of facilities that promote and
educate the public about the economic, cultural and historical heritage of Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts,
Provide a copy of the local government's comprehensive plan's objectives and policies to provide facilities that promote
a and educate the public about the economic, cultural and historical heritage of Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts.
Were copies of the policies or objectives provided?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
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NQ If a copy of the policies or objectives are not provided, no points will be awarded
6 Public Education
(a) The Project Site provides a permanent structure containing displays of artifacts and other items open to the
public that provide information about the economic, cultural or historic heritage of Florida's traditional Working
Waterfronts (4 points);
YES XT NO
If yes, describe the proposed permanent structure and the types of artifacts and other items to be misplayed that will
provide information about the economic, cultural or historic heritage of Florida's traditional Working 'Waterfronts to the
public. Describe the approximate location of the structure and how public access to the structure will be provided.
(b) The Project Site contains a structure(s) that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places administered
by the National Park Service (3 points);
YES Na
If yes, provide documentation from the Division of Historical Resources, including a map and letter, that the structure(s)
located on the Project Site is fisted on the National Register of Historic Places
Were both documents provided in the grant application?
YES , Documented in Exhibit
NO If documentation from the Division of Historical Resources is not provided, no points will be awarded.
(c) Interpretive kiosk or signs will be provided that educate the public about the economic, cultural, or historic
heritage of Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts (2 points).
YES _X_ NO
If yes, describe the proposed kiosk or signs that will educate the public about the economic, cultural, or historic heritage of
Florida's traditional Working Waterfronts. Describe the approximate location of the 'kiosk or sign and how public access to
the kiosk or sign will be provided.
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REQUIRED EXHIBITS
Each of the following exhibits is required to be submitted with the grant Application. Provide a label and tab for each
exhibit and please ensure that all exhibits are legible and of an appropriate scale. If two or more exhibits are
consolidated, make sure this is reflected on the exhibit label. If a specific exhibit is not applicable, include an exhibit page
with a statement that it is "Not Applicable." Locate the exhibits behind the project evaluation criteria section of the
Application.
Exhibits
A. United States Geological Survey 7 112 minute quadrangle map with the boundary of the Project Site clearly
delineated.
B. County Tax Appraiser's map clearly delineating the Project Site boundary, names of the property owners, and parcel
tax identification numbers, and ownership boundaries using an appropriate scale.
C. Aerial photograph (1 inch = 2,000 feet or greater detail) with the Project Site boundary clearly delineated.
D. Physical improvements snap of an appropriate state that clearly delineates all existing physical improvements,
alterations, or disturbances occurring on the Project Site, and including all cleared areas, buildings, roads, fences, docks,
power lines, billboards, boat ramps, parking areas and known easements and rights -of -ways, and the approximate
acreage of the foregoing.
E. Conceptual site plan that clearly delineates the Project Site boundary and shows the approximate location of all
proposed site improvements.
F. One set of labeled photographs of the Project Site which depict all on -site features on the Project Site and including,
r waterbodies, shorelines, historical features and existing improvements. Each photograph submitted shall include a legend
that identifies the photograph location and key features that the photograph is intended to depict.
G. If applicable, evidence of status as a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization as defined in subsection 9K-
9.002(16), F.A.C.
H. A signed statement from the owner(s) of each parcel indicating their willingness to consider an offer to purchase their
parcel(s). If it is a less than fee acquisition, provide an affidavit from the owner that they are willing to sell the
development rights off the property and to continue to operate the site as a Working Waterfront.
r I. A copy of each Local Comprehensive Plan objective and policy cited in the grant Application that applies to the Project
Site. Please highlight or underline the applicable plan directive being referenced
J. If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, evidence of status of the organization, including
documentation from the Internal Revenue Service that the organization is recognized as a 501(c) organization, a copy of
the Bylaws, and a copy of the Articles of Incorporation.
K, If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, they shall provide documentation that they have funds
on hand, or letters of commitment to provide the funds prior to closing on the Project Site: (1) Fee simple acquisition, an
amount equal to ten percent of the Project Cost shall be set aside as a management endowment fund for the Project Site,
or (2) Less than fee Working Waterfront Covenant, an amount equal to five percent of the Project Cost shall be set aside
as a management endowment fund for the Project Site.
L. If the Applicant is a Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization, they shall provide a guaranty or pledge by a Local
Government, the Water Management District, or the Board of Trustees to act as a backup manager to take over the
responsibility for management of the Project Site in the event the Nonprofit Working Waterfront Organization is unable to.
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PROJECT SUMMARY
The Sebastian Riverview Park Marina represents an effort to educate the public about the commercial fishing
industry in Sebastian by purchasing a facility that can host exhibitions, demonstrations, educational venues
and civic events. These activities are aimed at creating a destination for waterfront and fishing enthusiasts.
The vision of the Sebastian Riverview Park Marina links together several parcels currently owned by the City of
Sebastian (locally know as Riverview Park) in order to promote one of Florida's primary and historic economic
staples — fishing. The concept also looks to educate the public about the preservation of the Indian River
Lagoon. By establishing this concept, the City not only meets the goals of the Stan Mayfield Working
Waterfront Program; but, also bolsters the economic vitality of the Community by using Sebastian Community
Redevelopment District's incremental revenue to generate opportunities for job creation; food, beverage, retail
and hotellmotel sales.
ECOTOURISM
With the purchase of the of Flagship Marina, located at 806 Indian River Drive, a collaborative effort with local
commercial fishermen can be established to foster ecotourism. The City will solicit for a charter boat operator
who will operate boat tours accentuating the intrinsic value of the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary as well
as the nation's first wildlife sanctuary — Pelican Isle. Inside the existing building include artifacts and exhibits of
Sebastian's fishing heritage and a focus on how environmental stewardship can assist and augment the
commercial fishing industry in the future.
HISTORY
The existing facility can also host a location for a historic fishermen's museum. By forming a partnership with
the local historic society, a place to store and display information and relics from Sebastian's fishing heritage.
Artifacts may include old barrels, fishing apparatus, boat equipment (like anchors), and photographs from the
historical society. Public access to the site is achieved through on site parking. Outside kiosks that are
weather resistant will be utilized in addition to internal exhibits.
EDUCATION
Because of the size of the facility, a slew of educational topics can occur at this location. Through existing
relationships with Indian River State College an on -site aquaculture curriculum can be accomplished. Further„
with the assistance of the Florida Department of Agriculture, the facility has a commercial kitchen facility which
can be host for a retail fish market or culinary school that provide information to the public about daily catch
special, recipes, healthy food choices and advice on obtaining locally produced products.
CIVIC EVENTS
A further benefit to this location is the link that the site has with proximity to the City of Sebastian's Riverview
Park. This is approximately a 10 -acre outdoor recreational facility adjacent to the Indian River Lagoon. The
park hosts' community fishing piers, splash pad, playground, veteran's memorials, walking trails, open areas
and recreational boat ramps. With this parcel all these activities can be combined. Also, with annual events
such as the Sebastian Clambake, local fishermen join together to boast and share in Sebastian Heritage. The
event is based on one of the greatest Spanish shipwrecks caused by a hurricane in 1715, which occurred due
east of Sebastian's Riverview Park in the Atlantic Ocean. Having the 'Flagship Marina location will provide
�- additional benefits for these types of civic activities that are rooted In the ideas of the Stan Mayfield Working
Waterfront Grant program.
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