Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

THE CITY OF MADEIRA BEACH, FLORIDA PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING The Board of Commissioners of the City of Madeira Beach, Florida will meet at City Hall, located at 300 Municipal Drive, Madeira Beach, Florida to discuss the agenda items of City Business listed at the time indicated below. 5:00PM JANUARY 15th, 2015 AUDITORIUM A. CALL TO ORDER -The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. B. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Terry Lister C. ROLLCALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Travis Palladeno, Mayor Nancy Hodges, Vice-Mayor Terry Lister, Commissioner District 1 Elaine Poe, Commissioner District 3 Pat Shontz, Commissioner District 4 STAFF PRESENT: Vince Tenaglia, Assistant City Manager/Finance Director (ACM/FD) Tom Trask, City Attorney (CA) Aimee Servedio, City Clerk (CC) Dave Marsicano, Public Works/Marina Director (PW/MD) STAFF ABSENT: Shane B. Crawford, City Manager (CM) D. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 1. BOC Special Workshop Meeting December 9 th, 2014 A motion to approve the minutes was made by Commissioner Lister and seconded by Vice-Mayor Hodges. ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges ....................................YES Commissioner Poe ..................................................YES Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz............................................YES E. APPROVALOFTHEAGENDA PRESENTA T/ONS/PROCLAMA TIONS 1. AWARDING OF KEY TO THE CITY TO THE BURG EXCHANGE CLUB OF ST. PETERSBURG Mayor Palladeno BOC Regular Meeting - 01/15/2015 Mayor Palladeno: Thanked the Burg Exchange Club for all of their hard work and service to the City in aiding with the 9/11 Memorial Fundraising Corn Hole Tournament. Commissioner Shontz also thanked the Club for everything they have done for the City. A motion to approve the agenda was made by Commissioner Shontz and seconded by Vice-Mayor Hodges. ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister ...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges....................................YES Commissioner Poe ..................................................YES Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz............................................YES F. PUBLIC COMMENT (limited to 3 minutes) Bob Cummings: Questioned the 100% increase in his stormwater fee increase. This amounts to about $420/year on his property and feels it is a pretty substantial amount. What is the fee used for and is it a dedicated fee for a certain project'? If it isn't dedicated, why isn't it'? How is the fee calibrated and how long will it be in effect'? AMC/FD: Back in July in related to the FY2015 Budget, the BOC doubled the rate based on a rate study along with the stormwater master plan presented by engineers. There are various roadway and stormwater improvements that need to be made in the City. The previous rate wasn't nearly enough to fund the needed projects. The current project is $2.3 million project to be completed in FY2015 which is half covered by a SWFWMD 50% matching grant. Over the next several years, it will help alleviate some of the debt for these projects. It is not dedicated to a specific fund but it does only fund stormwater improvement uses. It needs to be in effect long enough to support the cash or debt to cover these projects. The rate increase was proposed by a consultant team and the BOC chose to make improvements with that funding source. There is also an annual repair and maintenance need. Mayor Palladeno: We recently received a $1.3 million matching grant. CA: The Commission has complete control over the rate. For many years, the City did not have any stormwater projects and it fell into severe disrepair. He has never seen a Commission return to a lower rate, but it is in the power of the Commission to decide that. If Mr. Cummings would like to see the engineering report, it is public record and available for viewing if wanted. Mayor Palladeno: The stormwater infrastructure is nearly as old as the City. It needs to be repaired and maintained or there won't be a City. Staff has been working to receive as many grants as possible. If it is going to be reduced, it wouldn't be until after seven (7) years when these projects are completed. Deb Laramee: Thanked the Board for granting staff an extra day off during the New Year's holiday. It was very much appreciated. Lt. Todd Ermscher: Thanked the Board for the extra day on behalf of the Fire Department. Patty Kordis: Also thanked the Board for the extra day off as well. G. CONSENT AGENDA 1. DECLARATION OF SURPLUS FOR 1998 CHEVY PICK-UP TRUCK. 2. AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER TO W&A CLEANING SERVICES, LLC CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,640 TOTALING $25,139.96. 2 BOC Regular Meeting - 01/15/2015 A motion to approve the Consent Agenda was made by Commissioner Shontz and seconded by Vice- Mayor Hodges. ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges ....................................YES Commissioner Poe ..................................................YES Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz............................................YES H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS I. NEW BUSINESS 1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A 2APS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE PERMIT #15.01, PURSUANT TO CITY CODE SECTION 110-532, SELENSKI RENTALS, LLC, 14500 GULF BOULEVARD, MADEIRA BEACH, FLORIDA, IS SEEKING TO OPEN CONVENIENCE STORE AT 14503 GULF BOULEVARD THAT WOULD INCLUDE THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE IN SEALED CONTAINERS AND FOR CONSUMPTION OFF PREMISES ONLY. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN THE C-3, RETAIL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT. CA read the 2APS Alcoholic Beverage Permit #15.01. CA: He listed the following items in the code that need to be considered: The extent to which the location will adversely affect the character of the neighborhood, the traffic created, whether or not the proposed use is compatible, adversely affect public safety, only can be considered if the applicant has paid the fee in full. These are the only criteria that need to be considered when deciding to approve an alcoholic beverage permit. ACM/FD: Staff recommends approval based on the Planning and Zoning Director's memo. PZD: Confirmed that staff has reviewed the application and it meets all the criteria stipulated in the City Code. A motion to approve Alcohol Beverage Permit #15.01 was made by Commissioner Shontz and seconded by Commissioner Lister. Commissioner Poe: In that same area, there is a Hess station, Screwy Louie's, and Dockside Dave's. She thinks that another establishment that serves alcohol is not needed and disagrees with the applicant. Commissioner Lister: Asked if the City controls the hours by which the applicant will operate. He likes that the application currently reads that the establishment will close at 12:00 a.m. PZD: The County establishes the hours but she can research further into that question. PRO: Confirmed it is a county law that convenient stores can sell alcohol between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Monday through Saturday; ending 10:00 p.m. on Sundays. Ryan and Brad Selenski: The store just sells beer and wine. It is similar to the Beach Mart on Madeira Way. Concerned citizen: Concerned that people will buy alcohol and go to the beach. Mayor Palladeno confirmed that alcohol is allowed on the beach, as long as it is not in a glass container. Commissioner Lister: Explained to the audience that they can only approve or deny a permit based on the five criteria that the CA read after reading the permit application. If the Board denies based on any other reason besides the five stated criteria, the City can be sued and will lose. He does not believe in spending tax money on a case that cannot be won. Carolyn Hide: Also versed her concern about approving this permit application. BOC Regular Meeting - 01/15/2015 ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges.................................... YES Commissioner Poe .................................................. NO Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz............................................YES 2. RESOLUTION 2015-01 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A HIGHWAY LANDSCAPE REIMBURSEMENT AND MAINTENANCE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR REHABILITATION OF EXISTING LANDSCAPING WITHIN STATE RIGHTS OF WAY; PROVIDING FOR READING BY TITLE; AND BY PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. CA read Resolution 2015-01 by title only. A motion to approve Resolution 2015-01 was made by Commissioner Lister and seconded by Vice- Mayor Hodges. ACM/FD: Each of the next four items is related. The first two are a 100% cost reimbursement program that the City has applied for in the past. The last two (Resolution 2015-03 and 2015-04} are not as simple as a reimbursement program. The City does need to spend a certain amount that exceeds the matching dollars. ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges.................................... YES Commissioner Poe ..................................................YES Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz............................................YES 3. RESOLUTION 2015-02 AMENDING THE BUDGET BY INCREASING GENERAL FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 FOR FDOT HIGHWAY LANDSCAPE REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM CA read Resolution 2015-02 by title only. A motion to approve Resolution 2015-02 was made by Commissioner Shontz and seconded by Commissioner Poe. ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges....................................YES Commissioner Poe ..................................................YES Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz ............................................YES 4. RESOLUTION 2015-03 AUTHORIZING THE STAFF TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT A HIGHWAY BEAUTIFICATION GRANT, AND ENTER INTO A HIGHWAY BEAUTIFICATION COUNCIL GRANT, LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. CA read Resolution 2015-03 by title only. A motion to approve Resolution 2015-03 was made by Vice-Mayor Hodges and seconded by Commissioner Lister. BOC Regular Meeting - 01/15/2015 ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges ....................................YES Commissioner Poe ..................................................YES Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz............................................YES 5. RESOLUTION 2015-04 AMENDING THE FY2015 BUDGET TO INCREASING GENERAL FUND REVENUE IN THE AMOUNT OF $37,781 AND INCREASING EXPENDITURES IN THE AMOUNT OF $83,163 FOR FDOT HIGHWAY BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM. CA read Resolution 2015-04 by title only. A motion to approve Resolution 2015-04 was made by Commissioner Shontz and seconded by Commissioner Poe. Commissioner Lister: Commended the ACM/FD on the way in which he presents these budget amendments - it makes it very easy for him to understand where the money is coming from and which funds are affected. ROLL CALL Commissioner Lister...............................................YES Vice-Mayor Hodges .................................... YES Commissioner Poe ..................................................YES Mayor Palladeno .........................................YES Commissioner Shontz ............................................YES J. REPORTS/CORRESPONDENCE • CITY COMMISSION Mayor Palladeno: David Downy is the new director of the Tourist Development Council. He gets the City and County a lot of press. He also announced that he will be the next president of the Pinellas County Mayor's Council this year. Commissioner Lister: The day-to-day operation of the City has been the best it has in years. The Board did not give them anything, staff has earned these days. The grants earned this last year are a record. He also let Mr. Cummings know that if he needs to go over anything else about stormwater, he will be available after the meeting. • CITY ATTORNEY CA: Wanted to let the Board know that Special Magistrate Hearings for both Variance and Code Enforcement have really been active. The second chronic nuisance case was presented and given a continuance by the Special Magistrate to ensure due process, but the program is working effectively. The next Special Magistrate hearing has been rescheduled to January 26th, 2015. Commissioner Poe: Explained that there was a first short-term rental case in December. The defendants plead guilty and are not longer renting. • CITY MANAGER ACM/FD: Wanted to let everyone know that the City Manager is out due to a medical issue. There were some complications and his absence is excused. The Recreation Facility is nearly completed. All of the furniture, computer equipment, and phones will be installed tomorrow. Staff should be in that building by the end of next week. BOC Regular Meeting - 01/15/2015 PRD: Announced that a softball tournament will take place at the new recreation fields on February 20th • The Marriott is also due to be opened in February as well. Commissioner Shontz: Noted that she is impressed with all of the work going into the fields. She watched from her house as palm trees were planted. • CITY CLERK - None K. ADJOURNMENT-The meeting was adjourned at 5:58 p.m. Date approved: 03 /IO f1-01S Travis Palladeno, Mayor Submitted by Aimee Servedio, City Clerk - - ;60 ,I -_ , - - - - -BOC - Regular - ~Meeting - -- - -,-~-·---- 01/15/2015