Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 08-14-2007 regular agenda — reading text

r- '.. 20(1l J t,, J. H'-{- h t.f!/ 1~ u Ft. fJ,a'I~ 1~; 0 I l' On" I i. Jf2ch July 1, 2007 I7Ufl)an k J t~, Dear United Way Friend, esDurces j/ The United Way ofOkaloosa-Walton Counties is planning another successful Day of Caring for 2007! Day of Caring is the United Way' s official campaign kick-off. Day of Caring is a successful way to provide hands- on community service work for volunteers, and answers some of the urgent needs our agencies and communities face. It provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the spirit ofvolunteerism that is vital to the United Way, its member agencies, and the communities in which we live and work. Please consider supporting this great event by becoming a Corporate Sponsor. Corporate sponsorships of$200 will be used to offset the cost of the events including expenses for breakfast, t-shirts, and miscellaneous supplies. As a sponsor, your company will printing, be recognized in all media promotions, on all printed materials, on Day of Caring t-shirts and at all Day of Caring Community kick-off breakfasts. Day of Caring will be a weeklong effort with individual community oriented Days of Caring as follows: Ft. Walton Beach-------------------- Friday, Sept. 14th DeFuniak Springs------------------- Tuesday, Sept. 18th NicevilleN alparaiso---------------- Wednesday, Sept. 19th Destin---------------------------------- Thursday, Sept. 20th st Cres,tview----------------------------- Friday Sept. 21 Should your company decide to make this commitment to Day of Caring, we would request a company representative be present at each appropriate community campaign kick-off so that we can recognize your company for its generous support. Ifyour company participated last year, we still have your logo~ If this is theftrst time your company is participating or your logo has changed recently, please e- mail it to: events@united-way.org. Thank you for considering this Corporate Sponsorship. A member of the Day of Caring Committee will be contacting you to determine your level of interest and to answer any questions you may have concerning the United Way Campaign Kick-off. Aileen Koon 2007 Marketing Chair Serving Okaloosa and Walton Counties 1- 800-844- 8929 112 Tupelo Avenue. Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548- 5555. ( 850) 243-0315. FAX ( 850) 243- 6625 Crestview: 290 Martin Luther King Blvd. · ( 850) 689- 3466 DeFuniak Springs: 1590 Highway 331 So. · ( 850) 892" 3801 www. united- way. org  You are invited to Join United Way of Oka/ oosa- Walton Counties in its 2007 Day of Caring in all Areas of our Community Beginning September 14 through September 21 What is Day of Caring? Day of Caring is a mobilization of volunteers to celebrate the spirit of giving through service by providing a morning of meaningful volunteer opportunities to individuals of the community. Volunteer' s s will be assigned to a local organization where they tackle meaningful volunteer projects. No matter what your interest or skills, there is an opportunity for you to get involved. Some projects may include painting a room, cleaning out a flowerbed, or sorting canned food. When is Day of Caring? FWB- Friday, 7: 30 am, Sept 14th NicevilleNalparaiso- Wednesday, Sept 19th, 8: 00 am DeFuniak Springs ( No. Walton) Friday, Sept 18th, 8: 00 Crestview- 8: 00 am Thursday, Sept 21st Destin & So. Walton- Friday, Sept 20th. 7: 30 Where Does Day of Caring Begin? The day begins with volunteers gathering at chosen locations in each area early am for a rally. There will be donuts, juice, and coffee available. Volunteers will be given an explanation of Day of Caring and the importance of giving back to our communities through service. All volunteers will then leave to report to the organization assigned, and work on projects until 12: 00 noon. Who Can Participate In Day of Caring? Businesses, employee groups from local corporations, church groups, youth groups, civic and philanthropic groups, United Way supporters, and any caring individual. Everyone is welcome to perform community service tasks to help local organizations in need. Why is Day of Caring so important? Day of Caring demonstrates that volunteer efforts are vital to the well being of our community. Day of Caring provides volunteers with a firsthand look at services provided by local organizations that make an impact on people' s lives. Day of Caring showcases our communities' volunteer efforts and promotes the spirit of caring throughout the year. Day of Caring provides many local organizations with much- needed volunteer assistance. Day of Caring is a great team building exercise for your,family, service organization or employees. How can I participate in Day of Caring? For more detailed information or questions to help sponsor or participate, call the United Way at 850- 243- 0315 or email rondad@united- waV. orQ and sign up today.  CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 14, 2007 Consent Agenda Consideration of a request to ratify the total cost to repair Truck 6 in the amount of $ 49, 003. 13 Fire Chief) Council Action 1 st 2nd Vote: Agenda Item Number: 4  CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH MEMORANDUM DATE: July 12, 2007 TO: Joyce Shanahan, City Manager FROM: Mike Dutton, Fire Chief ~ SUBJECT: Emergency Repairs to Truck 6 BACKGROUND: On April 10, 2007 the City Manager notified City Council she had approved an emergency repair for Truck 6 and would bring back to Council the total amount of the repair for ratification by the City Council. DISCUSSION: On April 3, 2007 Truck 6 was returning from Orlando when it broke down on Interstate 10. It was originally diagnosed with a non- repairable engine which would be replaced with a rebuilt unit costing approximately 36, 000. 00. During the repairs, additional problems were discovered, which required a new radiator and a rebuilt transmission. A-I Auto and Diesel Inc., completed all the repairs and returned the vehicle to the City on July 6, 2007. RECOMMENDATION: Pursuant to Vol.2, Chapter 4, Section 4. 01, Paragraph 4. 01.025 Fort Walton Beach Code of Ordinances and Section 4, paragraph J of the Purchasing Polices and Procedures request City Council ratify the total cost to repair Truck 6 in the amount of $49, 003. 13. Reviewed and Concurred: V" Hold for discussion: Denied: g/ tJ?- Cb/ Date Comments: C:\Documents and Set ings\mdut on\ My Documents\Forms\ StaffReport on Emergency Repairs to Truck 6. doc 14#' 1  Regular Council 4~1 0- 07 253 MAYOR/COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS cont. Dr. Pullen mentioned he requested the Library Co- Op representative to attend the next Council meeting to brief the new Council members and on Wednesday the 25th he will be on TV to talk about the library. The Mayor mentioned he will be traveling to Tallahassee to talk to legislators about the property tax reform and affordable housing, and he will report back to Council. The Mayor mentioned the DAV has asked for participation in the Memorial Day ceremony and he will be unavailable. He asked if anyone is available to represent the City to let the City Clerk know. The Mayor mentioned he presented information to the Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals on what they can do to get involved in City activities CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS Police Officer Bruce Bankston The City Manager mentioned Police Officer Bruce Bankston has a terminal illness and last Thursday the City employees held a raffie and raised $ 2. 600. 00 to go into an account set up to help the family and individuals ,have called wanting to help raise funds. The City Manager proposed a golf tournament and asked Council to waive the fees at the golf course and 100% of the proceeds would go toward Mr. Bankston. Mr. Minich moved to waive the fees at the golf course for a golf tournament to benefit Policet Officer Bruce Bankston. Mr. Holmes seconded motion and it carried unanimously with:';, Holmes, Miller, Reeves,