Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 02-08-05 — reading text

moved to approve the following Consent Agenda items. Mr. Patterson seconded motion. Mr. Campbell advised that on pages 69 and 70 of the January 11, 2005 minutes, the heading for site p Ian approval should read Beach C ommunitv Bank A TM Machine, rather than First City Bank. The City Clerk advised the correction would be reflected in the minutes. The Mayor called for the vote on the motion and it carried unanimously with Holmes, Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Covey, and Anderson in favor. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of January 11, 2005, as corrected. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS UNITrrRAlLER AT STATION 6 To authorize housing of the Special Operations Hazardous Materials Response Vehicle and support trailer at Fort Walton Beach Fire Station 6 located on Hollywood Blvd. Cost of operations will be paid from dues collected by the Fire Chiefs Association and will require no additional un- reimbursed costs to the City. BID 05- 109. RESIDENTIAL REHAB To award Bid # 05- 109 Residential Rehab, to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, R. H. Rhoades Remodeling of Crestview Florida, in the total amount of $ 54, 750 for residential rehabilitation as follows: 219 Burnette Avenue in the amount of $ 18, 390. 00; 211 Bay Street in the amount $ 24, 180. 00; and 21 Birch Street in the amount $ 12, 180. 00. 88 1/ 25/ 04 FDEP/CLEAN VESSEL GRANT/ PUMP OUT STATION AT THE LANDING To authorize the City Manager to accept and execute all grant/project agreements with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for a Clean Vessel Act Grant in the amount of 11, 470.67 with a city share match of $ 2, 867.67, to install a sewage pump out facility at The Landing. RFP/ PAY AND CLASSIFICATION STUDY TO MGT OF AMERICA To authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with MGT of America, Inc. to conduct a comprehensive classification and compensation study, and to make recommendations for improvements and modifications in the current wage and classification system, at a not to exceed amount of $27,700. 00. REJECT PROPOSALS FOR RFP 05- 106. REPLACEMENT OF FUEL SYSTEM AT GOLF CLUB To reject all proposals received for RFP# 05- 106 Replacement Fuel System at Fort Walton Beach Golf Club in order to reevaluate a smaller, more appropriate fuel dispensing system more suited to the Golf Club needs. RES. 05-02. SUPPORT OF GROWTH MANAGEMENT ISSUES/ FLORIDA LEGISLATION A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA URGING MEMBERS OF THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO SUPPORT GROWTH MANAGEMENT ISSUES DURING THE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION. PUBLIC HEARING-ORD. 1615. AMENDING COMP PLAN. 628 COUNTRY CLUB AVENUE NE The City Attorney read the ordinance by title only. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CITY' S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN RELATING TO PROPERTY LOCATED AT 628 COUNTRY CLUB AVENUE NE; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT OF THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP FOR PROPERTY FROM OKALOOSA COUNTY LDR ( LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) TO CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH LDR ( LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL); PROVIDING FOR INTERNAL CONSISTENCY; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The Mayor opened the public hearing. As there was none, the public hearing was closed. Peggy Fowler, Planner II with the City, entered the Staff Report into the record. The Mayor announced the Staff Report into the record. Mr. Campbell moved to adopt Ord. 1615 on second reading. Mr. A nderson seconded motion and it carried unanimously with Holmes, Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Covey, and Anderson in favor. PUBLIC HEARING-ORD. 1616. AMENDING COMP PLAN. 1 WEDGEWOOD LANE NE The City Attorney read the ordinance by title only. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CITY' S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN RELATING TO PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1 WEDGEWOOD LANE NE; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT OF THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP FOR PROPERTY FROM OKALOOSA COUNTY LDR ( LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) TO CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH LDR ( LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL); PROVIDING FOR INTERNAL CONSISTENCY; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  no ___________._____.__.._____~___..__ 89 1/25/ 04 ORD. 1616 ( CONTI The Mayor opened the public hearing. As there was none, the public hearing was closed. Ms. Fowler entered the Staff Report into the record. The Mayor announced the Staff Report into the record. Mr. Anderson moved to adopt Ord. 1616 on second reading. Mr. Patterson seconded motion and it carried unanimously with Holmes, Patterson, Campbell, Tucker, Pullen, Covey, and Anderson in favor. SLIDE PRESENTATION BY NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM Ray Morgan, Mitigation Specialist with the National Flood Insurance Program, Pensacola Field Office, presented a series of slides describing Hurricane Ivan inundation maps that were created after the event outlining the extent of the storm surge. No action was required from Council. SLIDE PRESENTATION BY CITY MANAGER - STATE OF THE CITY 2005 The City Manager presented the State of the City 2005 and advised the City was in good financial shape. The slide presentation included discussion on the tax base and economic activity; new construction value; housing affordability; the aftermath of Hurricane Ivan; city services; and key achievements. She informed Council will be given a copy of this report, and it is available on the City' s website as well. The issue of housing affordability and why housing is more affordable in the City of Pensacola was discussed. The City Manager advised since thi's issue is a Council priority for this year, housing in Pensacola will be examined and used as a benchmark for Fort Walton Beach. SITE PLAN APPROVAL. INDIANOLA CONDO. 113 BROOKS STREET SE Consideration of a request for site plan approval by applicant NWEC Development LLC, for Indianola Condominiums, a 30 unit residential condominium located at 113 Brooks Street SE. The City Attorney announced a quasi-judicial proceeding and swore in individuals who planned to testify. John Dowd, Jr., attorney representing the developer, advised all the applicants are present this evening, including the archaeologist, and are available to answer any questions from Council. He stated his clients have worked diligently on bringing forth a project that the City could be proud of, as well as maintaining the integrity of the Mound. Mr. Dowd explained an easement from the Fort Walton Landing to the Mound will include plaques prepared by the State of Florida explaining the history and significance of the Mound, and the boardwalk from the Landing will be continued on the Indianola property. As there were no objections from the applicant, the Staff Report was entered and accepted into the record. Mr. Tucker moved to approve the Site Plan for the Indianola Condominiums, to be located at 113 Brooks Street, with the following conditions: Note: This recommendation is based upon the application and site plan developed by Choctaw Engineering, Inc. and dated July 21, 2004 ( Job # 96-295- E), revised 8/ 30/ 04, 11/ 18/ 04, 12/ 8/ 04, and 1/ 6/ 05; the planting plan developed by Bradford R. Davis Inc. dated 8/ 24/04, revised 11/ 19/ 04; and the architectural drawings developed by CDA, dated 5/ 17/ 04 ( Job # 04-05- 110. 004), and revised 11/ 22/04. 1) Prior to the City granting a clearing and grubbing permit the applicant shall agree to the following: 90 1/25/ 04 SITE PLAN APPROVAL. INDIANOLA CONDO ( CONTI a. Removal of trees within the building and parking lot construction area must be monitored by an archaeologist who shall ensure appropriate documentation of any artifacts that may be uncovered. After the removal of these trees, which will complete the final required archaeological investigation, a summary archaeological report must be submitted to the Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources Compliance and Review Section. B The applicant must coordinate with the City' s horticulturalist to identify which plants, if any, may be removed from the " selective clearing" zones identified on the site plan. Within these selective clearing zones, the City may require that some plants be preserved, even if they are not included on the City' s tree protection list. 2) Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit: a. The applicant shall revise the site plan so that it identifies the concrete sidewalk connection to the Fort Walton Landing Park, specifically the extension of the public sidewalk from the Indianola site to the existing concrete sidewalk on the west side of the Landing site. b. The applicant shall revise the building plans to add openings ( with shutters) to the stairwells on the second to fifth floors that will meet the building code and provide natural light, safety and security. c. Acknowledgement from the Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, that they have reviewed the summary archaeological report must be received by the City prior to the issuance of a building permit. If the State recommends any major site plan revisions based on their review of the summary archaeological report, the revised site plan must be re- submitted to the CRA Board and the City Council for approval. d. A landscape plan prepared by a professional landscape architect or nurseryman must be submitted and approved by CDS staff. The plan shall identify preserved trees on the site and include a note