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Home My WebLink About11042014NRB MinutesCm OF SES TSN HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND 1225 Main Street, Sebastian, FL 32958 MINUTES NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2014 - 6:00 P.M. 1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN Chairman Northcott called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. �ii7��L•11s! Present: Alan Northcott — Chairman John Brady Rose Glaser George Millar Also Present: Frank Watanabe, P.E., City Engineer Jeanette Williams, Recording Secretary Gil Gordian — Vice Chairman James Clifton Ann Lucier Bob Progulske 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 7, 2014 Meeting MOTION by Mr. Gordian with a SECOND by Ms. Lucier to approve the October 7, 2014 minutes passed with a voice vote of 8 - 0. 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS Chairman Northcott reported that the Indian River Board of Commissioners tabled the Oslo Boat Ramp decision for 3-5 years with a 3-2 vote. He hoped the matter would go away. 6. PUBLIC INPUT — None. 7. PRESENTATIONS A. Steven L. Morris- Florida Organic Aquaculture —www.flag uaculture.com Mr. Morris introduced himself and gave a brief video presentation harvesting of the Pacific White Shrimp at their Fellsmere location. He then gave a PowerPoint presentation. (see attached) Natural Resources Board November 4, 2014 Page Two He said the shrimp are branded as happy, healthy shrimp produced with all natural products; the company's 20 raceways are stocked; they produce 1.5 to 2 million fresh shrimp a year; in the future, they plan to sell the sludge byproduct as an organic compost; and hope to commercialize the hatchery technology by opening satellite operations. They have 55 employees running 21 shifts and at the Fellsmere location, and plan to break ground on a second building in 2015. Mr. Morris described how the food source is fish meal with protein; it takes 120- 150 days to get the brood stock to market size; the hatchery is on-site, self- contained so the shrimp will not become an invasive threat; and he invited the Board for a tour and samples. 6:49 pm 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Set Date for Earth Day 2015 — April 18, 2015 The City Engineer confirmed Riverview Park is reserved for the Board. Mr. Millar asked if the City has updated the supply of fire extinguishers. The City Engineer said if the City was providing vendor services at an event, the proper extinguishers would be provided. B. Request the City to Erect Tortoise Crossing Signs at Certain Locations The City Engineer explained there are currently four signs on Barber Street; the City must be careful not to have too many so that people become numb to the warnings. He agreed to place a sign on Main Street by the Post Office. He asked that future environmental sign requests be brought before the Board. Jane Schnee concurred with the Main Street location and asked for two at Pelican Island Elementary School. Mr. Gordian asked for one on Roseland Road. The City Engineer offered to look at the School and Roseland Road locations. C. Request Re -Adoption of Spoil Island 1 The City Engineer said the City Manager did not want to fund any activities outside of City limits but the Board is free to clean up any island without the City's assistance. He also said if someone relinquishes an island within the City's limit, be believed they would be able to adopt the island. D. Oyster Mat Project Update Mr. Millar reported that Gary Merling with Southeastern Sea Products has shells the Board could have but he would like them picked up the same day they are ready. Mr. Millar suggested doing a test run first to see how many shells they will be handling. Natural Resources Board November 4, 2014 Page Three The City Engineer said the City wants to minimize the time the shells are sitting out at the Compound to avoid attracting raccoons. Mr. Gordian asked to see the site at the Compound; advised they should see how much by product is left in the shell because Marc Virgilio's site might be better to dry shells with by product. 7:17 pm Mr. Millar suggested they start with one bin. Mr. Gordian said he would contact Mr. Virgilio to see how dried out his shells are and in the meantime meet with the City Engineer to tour the Compound's site. Mr. Millar added there are sanitized and dried shells at the Brevard Zoo they could use. Mr. Gordian asked for a start date for two high school groups who are willing to help out; and, who would be providing the supplies. Ms. Glaser noted that she has always brought her own gloves and clippers when assembling mats with other organizations. The City Engineer asked the Board to provide the costs and to partner with organizations that might provide hold harmless agreements. Mr. Progulske calculated they would need 25,000 mats to cover an acre. Chairman Northcott reminded them they should start working on their permits. MOTION by Mr. Millar and SECOND by Mr. Brady to hold a workshop on Tuesday, November 18'" at 6:00 p.m. to define the area they want to cover with mats, cost of the mats, how many mats they will need, where they will receive oyster shells, and where to dry the shells out, passed with a voice vote of 8-0. Mr. Millar said he would contact Jody Palmer with the Brevard Zoo at (321)254-9453 9. NEW BUSINESS — none. 10. MEMBER MATTERS Mr. Gordian asked if he could have the trash grabbers donated by Dr. Larry Landsman. Ms. Glaser asked him wait and see if they were going to adopt another island. The City Engineer advised that the grabbers are now City property and he would check with the City Attorney to see if they could be given away. Mr. Millar recognized Robin Graves' many years of service on the Board and to the community. It was noted she will receive a certificate of appreciation from the Mayor at the Council meeting on November 19th. Mr. Millar asked if she could receive something from the Board. The City Engineer said all of the members are equally important and it would be hard to do something for one and not all of them. He said he would check on how to handle a plaque from the Board; in the meanwhile, members are welcome to attend the November 19th City Council meeting when Ms. Graves receives her certificate. Natural Resources Board November 4, 2014 Page Four 7:47 pm Chairman Northcott asked what happened to the trees on Englar Drive. The City Engineer said St. Johns River Water Management District might have thinned the shrub and he offered to find out. Mr. Millar commended City workers on their expedient drainage work. The City Engineer commended City Council for authorizing the rental equipment and the temporary re -tasking of City workers. He commended Stormwater Supervisor Tim Walker who broke out into three crews to clean out 80% of the ditches in such a short time frame. A. Additions to Board Website – None. 11. STAFF MATTERS – None. 12. Being no further business, Chairman Northcott adjourned the Natural Resources Board meeting at 7:51 p.m. By. L — (-X) .� Chairman Alan Northcott Date Fres_ h "IF IT'S NOT GOOD ENOUGH FOR OUR FAMILY, IT'S NOT GOOD ENOUGH FOR YOURS"� •.'.'-.t^as :Ti l,,.'K' 'c.. ,:6i. �''-F: ..Y.<r ,:.. n- ..., ..-.....- :;.. r. ;f.,rtiijr.^--. 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