Fort Walton Beach Council agenda — 03-08-05 — reading text

dependable employee who can be relied on to complete any given task in a timely manner with no complaints. He goes out of his way to assist others, whether they are fellow employees or citizens coming to the Department for help. He maintains an even tempered demeanor on the radio even during stressful times. When Hurricane Ivan struck the coastal areas, Communications Officers were under tremendous pressure, working 12 plus hours a day for five days non- stop. A tremendous number of phone calls and radio calls were handled. Fred Smith never lost his control, temper or sense of humor. Because of his outstanding attitude, Fred never fails to convey a courteous, professional attitude, not only to the general public but, also, his supervisors and fellow employees. He is deserving of recognition for his significant contributions and hard work. Please welcome Communications Officer Fred Smith, the Fort Walton Beach Police Department Employee of the Year 2004.  FORT WALTON BEACH POLICE DEPT. OFFICER OF THE YEAR 2004 The City of Fort Walton Beach is proud to announce Officer Anthony Forgione has been chosen as the Fort Walton Beach Police Officer of the Year for 2004. His selection was based on many positive attributes and notable contributions during this past year. In addition to being an enthusiastic and energetic patrol officer, he is a dedicated member of the Tactical Response Team. During September 2004, when Officer Forgione was nominated for Officer of the 3M Quarter, he was credited with two attests in which substantial amounts of drugs were taken off the streets. Approximately 150 pieces of crack cocaine were recovered September 7, 200~ after being thrown & om a suspicious vehicle Officer Forgione had attempted to stop, that was later determined to be stolen. The driver fled and abandoned the vehicle which was returned to the rightful owner. On September 26, 200~ Officer Forgione assisted two fellow officers search a vehicle after the driver was arrested for DUI. Officer Forgione recognized articles in the tmck that he knew were items used to manufacture drugs. The search was broadened and more articles were found that confirmed Officer Forgione' s suspicion. The vehicle was seized pending forfeiture. Officer Forgione works cases from the mundane to the complex with equal vigor. His eagemess to learn, his cooperative attitude and his work ethics are important components of his performance as a whole. Quite simply - - he is an outstanding officer. I t is with pleasure we recognize him tonight with this prestigious honor.  99 MINUTEIF THE COUNCIL WORKSHOP LNG OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA FEBRUARY 15, 2005 INTRODUCTION A Council Workshop Meeting of the City Council of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, was held on Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at 7: 00 p. m. with the following members present: Mayor Glenda Glover Councilmen: Mike Holmes, Bill Patterson, Bob Campbell, Jim Tucker, Dr. Wayne Pullen, Dean Covey, and Mike Anderson. Also Present: Joyce Shanahan, City Manager; Helen Spencer, City Clerk; Mike Burton, Finance Director; Toni Craig, City Attorney; and Department Directors. CALL TO ORDER The Mayor called the meeting to order. MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM Okaloosa Performance Group, Inc. - Discussion regarding municipal auditorium improvements by Gordon Hurd, President. Gordon Hurd, President of Okaloosa Performance Group, Inc. ( OPG) reviewed OPG' s interest in partnering with the City to assist with the expansion and renovation of the existing auditorium, addressed concerns and questions of Council, went over the e construction costs of approximately $ 5 million at this time to modify the auditorium into a multi- use facility; and requested a commitment from Council so that OPG can have authority to move forward to apply for a grant and begin a fund raising campaign for the project. Anita Kurz, Secretary of OPG and a member of the High Steppers and Stage Crafters, addressed the inadequacy of the conference center for the performers. Discussion included concerns expressed over giving conceptual approval and making a commitment to move forward with the project without knowing the funding is available; the need for a guarantee, should OPG obtain a State grant, that grant funds would not be cut after the first year if the" State has budget cut backs; that there might be community expectation and pressure that Council should follow through with the project if OPG were unable to raise the funds; and that the construction project be done in phases. During discussion the City Manager pointed out the City is not ready at this time to explore the issue of contracting with OPG for the operation and management of the facility, and should Council give conceptual approval of the renovations, the need for a formal agreement with OPG construction project. Joleigh Jarvis with OPG addressed the marketing and promotional plan for the capital campaign to raise funds for the renovation of the auditorium. e Lee Bobo, 38 Memorial Parkway SW, commented on the expenditure of approximately 5 million for the renovation of the auditorium by a group that has no money and will not have any money until Council gives conceptual approval. Um.....__..___. ._._....._ _ _.. __". ___._ ,. ..__ u...._...._..... ._.__._.__. _.._... ..._ . ._..__,_,~__, .... _ u~ L- / I- I 0 O. 2- 15-05 MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUFcont. · During further discussion, .there was consensus of Council for conceptual approval of the idea to make renovation improvements to the .auditorium, with the understanding that Council' s conceptual approval is based on the idea that OPG has to raise all the funds for the project, and that the City Manager dev~ lop an agreement with Gordon Hurd for Council' s approval so that OPG may begin a fund raising campaign for the project. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8: 00 p. m. APPROVED: MAVOR: ATTEST: CITY CLERK e e  101 MINaS OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL NG OF THE CITY OF FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA MI. FEBRUARY 22, 2005 INTRODUCTION A regular meeting of the City Council of Fort Walton Beach, Florida; was held on Tuesday, February 22, 2005, at 7: 00 p. m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, with the following members present: Mayor Glenda Glover Councilmen: Mike Holmes, William Patterson, Bob Campbell, Jim Tucker, Dr. WaYne Pullen, Dean Covey, and Mike Anderson. Also Present: Joyce Shanahan, City Manager; Helen Spencer, City Clerk; Mike Burton, Finance Director; Toni Craig, City Attorney; Department Directors and Media. CALL TO ORDER The Mayor called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone. She requested anyone who wished to address Council to approach the podium after being recognized, then state his or her name and address for the record. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE Mayor Glover gave the invocation and led in the Pledge of Allegiance. PROCLAMATION-JA Y ODOM The Mayor presented a proclamation to Jay Odom for his efforts to make the Fourth of July fireworks the best in the area. . e INTRODUCTION OF JANET CLARK - NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HEAD START The Mayor announced Ms. Clark was unable to attend tonight' s meeting. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Covey moved to approve the following Consent Agenda items. Mr. Patterson seconded 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 February 8, 2005. BID 05. 111. RESIDENTIAL REHAB. 118 CARSON. DRIVE SE To award Bid No. 05- 111 Residential Rehabilitation to the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder Ponderosa Builders of Fort Walton Beach, FL, for the rehabilitation of 118 Carson Drive, SE, in the amount not to exceed $ 12, 696. 00. NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION GRANT To ratify Amendment No. 1 to the Project Agreement 69-4209- 5- 1670 with the Natural Resources Conservation Services to include two (2) additional projects: Circle Drive sedimentation basin and California Ditch erosion protection wall; increasing grant funding by $ 82, 000 bringing the total project cost to $ 217,734, which includes a NRCS grant in the amount of $ 163, 000 and a City match of $54,434. The City intends to meet its required contribution through in- kind services: In the unlikely event that in- kind services are insufficient to meet the City' s match, sufficient funds e exist in the City' s Disaster Recovery Reserve account for the balance of the required match. 102 2/ 22/ 05 CONSERVATION GRANT ( CONTI The City Manager announced the amount of the grant has been reduced