Fort Walton Beach Council minutes — 09-11-12 regular — reading text

Griggs stated he feels it is a good project but at this time there are still a lot of unknowns, and he cannot support it at this time. Mr. Bolduc addressed the traffic issues stating a traffic study will be required before any building permits are approved, and that DOT will review the study. Mr. Bolduc stated the traffic study will look at alternatives for diverting traffic and that all traffic conditions are discussed, and that the cost of the study would be paid by the developer. He further informed that the State does not allow projects to be denied based on the results of a traffic study. Upon questioning from Council, the Finance Director advised that there is an available balance in the CRA of 2. 7 million, and there are currently no programs for property taxes to be refunded to any other businesses. City Co n cil a( Forl Walton Beach Page 8 Pr4nrd 91132012  73 Regular Meeting Minutes September 11, 2012 The Mayor advised that a lot was discussed but there is still a lot of information that needs to be addressed, and asked what direction Council wanted to take. Mr. Rigdon questioned whether the developer could give Council a dollar amount of how much he needs to help expedite Council' s decision. Mr. Wright of Fort Walton Development Partners stated the lenders dictate funding, but noted there are currently four major hotel chains that want to come to Fort Walton Beach which in turn would bring a host of restaurants and retail to the City. The Mayor asked Council for direction for Staff as to whether to move forward with the project or not. Mr. Nabors moved to direct City Staff to continue to work with Fort Walton Development Partners and to negotiate the absolute minimum city investment that is needed for the project through TIF funds and grant monies, and bring the true parameters back to Council for approval. Mr. Goodwin seconded motion and it failed by a vote of 2 to 4. RESULT: FAILED [ 2 TO 41 MOVER: Bobby Nabors, Council Seat 5 SECONDER: Trey Goodwin, Council Seat 4 AYES: Goodwin, Nabors NAYS: Griggs, Reeves, Rigdon, Rynearson ABSENT: Joyce gossom Consideration of City Manager Employment Contract Sylvia Hanks, Administrative Services Director, informed that an employment agreement has been drafted for Michael Beedie to serve as City Manager, and that she and the Mayor have discussed the agreement with Mr. Beedie. The City Attorney advised that he reviewed the contract and made two changes, one in Section 10 related to severance pay, and the deletion of Section 12 titled Indemnification. Discussion included Section 5 regarding the employment pension plan; changing the word guarantee' in Section 6c to ' reimburse or pay expenses;' and changing the word ' exit' in Section lob to ' current.' Ms. Hanks explained Mr. Beedie was hired under the old General Employees Pension Plan, and as a Charter Officer his contributions are paid for by the City. Also discussed was that a line item is included in the budget for City Manager's travel, and that Mr. Beedie did not request a car allowance. Mr. Beedie advised he agrees to the changes. The vote on the motion to approve the Employment Agreement with Michael Beedie to serve as City Manager, with changes discussed, carried unanimously. City Council ofForl Wahon Beach Page 9 Pnwed 911312012 T Regular Meeting Minutes September 11, 2012 RESULT: APPROVED [ UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bobby Nabors, Council Seat 5 SECONDER: Dick Rynearson, Council Seat 7 AYES: Griggs, Reeves, Goodwin, Nabors, Rigdon, Rynearson ABSENT: Joyce gossom '.. SHIP Annual Report The Mayor advised Council has had the opportunity to review the SHIP Annual Report and was ready to vote on the item. The vote on the motion to approve the SHIP Annual reports for years 09/ 10 and 10 /11 and have the Mayor sign the Regulatory Certification and AR Certification for the State carried unanimously. RESULT: ADOPTED [ UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bobby Nabors, Council Seat 5 SECONDER: Trey Goodwin, Council Seat 4 AYES: Griggs, Reeves, Goodwin, Nabors, Rigdon, Rynearson ABSENT: joyce gossom CITY MANAGER REPORTS The City Manager announced a promotional ceremony and the dedication of the new ladder truck at Fire Station #6 on Friday, September 14, at 5: 30 pm. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS None. MAYOR/ COUNCIL COMMENTS Mr. Reeves informed that the November 16 meeting will be his last on Council and encouraged citizens to ' step up to the plate' and consider running for Council. Mr. Rigdon and Mr. Rynearson complimented Museum Manager Gail Meyer and her staff for the 100th birthday celebration/ open house for the Camp Walton Schoolhouse. The Mayor stated he attended the Florida League of Cities summit on citizen participation; read two letters of appreciation for the City's library and Fire Department; discussed the municipal shadowing event in October; and announced the second and final public hearing on the FY 2012- 2013 budget will be held on Wednesday, September 19, at 5: 30 pm in the Council Chambers. The Mayor also informed a debate sponsored by the League of Women Voters on October 4 at 7: 30 am at the Chamber of Commerce with discussion from proponents and opponents of the proposed homestead exemption amendment. ADJOURNMENT: 8: 30 pm Gty Coancil ofFo>t Walton Beach Page 10 Printed 91132012  75 Minutes ember 11, 2012 Approved: 01A Atte t City Clerk Cry Council cfFe" Wn( mn Beach Page 11 Printed 911312012