Fort Walton Beach Council minutes — 03-26-13--regular — reading text

Manager asked Council to submit agenda items to him individually. Request for a Special Meeting to Discuss the GMP for the Recreation Center The City Manager requests a Special Meeting for the presentation and discussion of the Guaranteed Maximum Price for the 100% design plans for the proposed Recreation Center for Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 5: 30 p. m. in the City Council Chambers. The City Manager requested a special meeting on Tuesday, April 16 at 5: 30 pm to discuss the Guaranteed Maximum Price ( GMP) for the 100% design plans for the proposed Recreation Center. He noted this will be the only item on the agenda for that meeting. The City Manager advised that the sergeants and officers of the City's Police Department have voted to decertify from the police union and move forward as a unified city. The Installation Ceremony for Mayor and new Council members will be held on April 1 at 5: 30 Jan and committee appointments will be made at that time. The City Manager asked Council to submit their committee preferences to the City Clerk for discussion at the meeting. The Northwest Florida League of Cities will be accepting nominations until April 17 and Staff will provide projects for the Community of Excellence Award for Council' s consideration to nominate. The City Manager introduced Dan Butler from Yale University who is assisting with the citizens survey. Mr. Butler stated his organization provides research, free of charge, to city officials around the country to help them answer concerns of the citizens, and that he is looking forward to working with the City. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS The City Attorney advised he will ensure all required backup is included in the lien issues, and he mentioned an increase in sovereign immunity issues. MAYOR/ COUNCIL COMMENTS Dr. gossom attended the League of Cities Advocacy meetings in Tallahassee and discussed such issues as pension bills, sovereign immunity and the priorities of the City. Dr. gossom also stated a representative from Sen. Nelson's office will be at the Fort Walton Beach Library on Thursday, March 28 from 10 to 11 am to address questions and concerns from the public. Mr. Rynearson thanked all City departments who assisted with Construction Junction. He also stated the City is sponsoring a baseball tournament for military families at Jet Stadium in April. The Mayor requested Council to take notice of information regarding the Six Pillars project. C, Council ofFort tVatron Beach Page 5 Printed 3! 17! 1013 180 Minutes March 26, 2013 The Mayor presented a plaque and clock to outgoing Councilman Bobby Nabors. Mr. Nabors stated being a member of Council is an awesome but rewarding experience, and that he enjoyed his term and he learned a lot. ADJOURNMENT: 7: 31 pm Approved: t 6 Mayor: p„p t Attest 4/' q Clerk ) City Council ojFort Walton Beach page 6