xxx Pastor Mark Truitt of Faith Baptist Church was present to give the invocation. Mayor Tulley then led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.

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1 City Council Regular Meeting May 12, 2009 The City Council of the City of Titusville met in regular session in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 555 South Washington Avenue, on Tuesday, May 12, Mayor Jim Tulley called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Present were Mayor Jim Tulley, Vice-Mayor Conrad Eigenmann and Members Walt Johnson, Martha Long, and Paul Secor. Also in attendance were City Manager Mark Ryan, City Attorney Dwight Severs and Assistant City Clerk Jolynn Donhoff. Administrative Secretary Debbie Denman completed the minutes. Pastor Mark Truitt of Faith Baptist Church was present to give the invocation. Mayor Tulley then led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Tulley read the public speaking procedures for the meeting. Minutes Special Recognitions & Presentations: Letters of Appreciation City Manager Ryan read the names of the following employees that received letters of appreciation. Finance Bill Rotella Police Department Mitch Bowhay John Cantalupo Izell Davis Sr. Fiscal Analyst Officer Officer Officer Public Works Department Eddie Floyd Equipment Operator Larry Mack Foreman Pat Moore Maintenance Services Supt 1

2 Curtis Murray Dennis Pouncey Mike Redman Windell Spence Robert Taylor, Jr. John Znorowski Equipment Operator Crew Leader Equipment Operator Equipment Operator Equipment Operator Street Maintenance Supervisor Building and Engineering Kris Harvey Engineering Assistant Boards and Commissions: Student Advisory Council Membership Appointments City Manager Ryan advised that the City Council received two applications for appointment to the Student Advisory Council, which included, Nichole Petit from Brevard County Home School Association and Rachel Cunio from Titusville High School. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann moved to approve the appointment of students Nichole Petit and Rachel Cunio to the Student Advisory Council. Member Johnson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann clarified that one position from Astronaut High School still remained open. The motion carried unanimously. North Brevard Library District Board Semi-Annual Report A written report was provided in the agenda packet. Member Johnson moved to approve the semi-annual report, as written. Member Secor seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Titusville Environmental Commission Request for Leave of Absence City Manager Ryan read request as followed: Mr. Alex Chamberlain, a member of the Titusville Environmental Commission, was requesting a leave of absence for the period May 2009 to October 2009 as he would be away in Virginia during this time. 2

3 Member Long moved to approve Mr. Chamberlain s request for a leave of absence. Member Secor seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Petitions and Requests from the Public Present (Open Forum) Paula Cardwell, Titusville, speaking on behalf of a number of people from the Indian River Historic Neighborhood, addressed the Neighborhood Stabilization Grant application that was submitted by staff to the Department of Community Affairs with regard to home foreclosures. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann moved to allow an additional 3 minutes to Ms. Cardwell to speak. Member Long seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Ms. Cardwell asked that staff remove Indian River City from the recommended area. Planning and Growth Management Director Courtney Barker advised that Indian River City was removed from the application and the application was revised twice. Joanne Smith, Titusville, addressed Council on behalf of her daughter who lived on Birch Street next to the North Brevard Charities Sharing Center. Ms. Smith read a letter, which outlined various issues. She distributed pictures showing the various issues her daughter was having with North Brevard Charities Sharing Center. These included: A dumpster Drop off contributions after hours Drop off locations Cars from North Brevard Charities Sharing Center blocking her driveway Mailbox knocked over Trash in her yard from North Brevard Charities Sharing Center Safety issues concerning people after hours digging through junk and sleeping on the property. Council requested City Manager Ryan explore the code regarding drop off points, drop off containers and depositing of miscellaneous materials left exposed. Cynthia Shepherd, Titusville, expressed concern regarding light pollution and the heavy glare from the Driftwood Restaurant across from her and her neighbor s homes on Mt. Vernon Avenue. Ms. Shepherd requested that staff measure the light that emanated from 3

4 several lights outside the restaurant that appeared to spread light 360 degrees in all directions. Staff would investigate the issue. City Engineer Woody Rice highlighted and clarified the code concerning this matter. Mr. Rice commented that when new owners take over the Driftwood Restaurant, the issue of lighting would be addressed when they apply for a business license. Laura Ward, Titusville, requested staff update the code as it was related to candle glare. Ms. Ward also commented on the code for parking for restaurants and establishments that serve alcohol in the City. City Engineer Woody Rice advised that advisability was already approved to update the parking code requirements and that staff was working to make this change. Mr. Rice also advised that staff did not have advisability and/or Council s approval to update lighting related codes. Council authorized staff to proceed with changes to the code as it related to lighting. Kathleen Rosenberg, Country Club Drive, Titusville, commented on a situation involving noise in her neighborhood, which included revving of race car engines. Ms. Rosenberg advised that the matter was previously heard by Council. Ms. Rosenberg requested further help with the problem and asked Council as to the status of using a special magistrate in lieu of a Code Board. Mayor Tulley commented that the use of a special magistrate was being discussed with City Attorney Dwight Severs and staff would continue to evaluate this issue. Member Long questioned whether actions were needed to be taken as to whether this issue could be put on a future agenda in order to have a discussion on having a special magistrate. City Manager Ryan advised that staff was investigating the use of a special magistrate and that the City was polling other communities of the Florida League of Cities on their use or experiences with special magistrates. Staff would come back after polling other Cities with advisability to proceed based on the data collected. Member Long questioned whether there were any further activities on the part of the City as far as the situation discussed by Ms. Rosenberg. Staff confirmed that Code Enforcement continued to monitor the situation in Ms. Rosenberg s neighborhood. 4

5 Mayor Tulley advised that staff was working to update the code in a manner that would not be open for interpretation by code inspectors. City Manager Ryan advised on the importance of due process. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann asked staff for feedback from the Titusville Police Department as to any issues concerning the Brevard Charities Sharing Center as addressed earlier by Joanne Smith. City Manager Ryan advised staff would research and come back to Council at a future meeting. Consent Agenda Member Long moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A and B in accordance with recommendations. Member Secor seconded the motion. Consent Agenda was read as followed by City Manager Ryan: A. Purchase of Neptune MRX920 Mobile Data Collector Approve sole source purchase of Neptune MRX920 Mobile Data Collector in the amount of $24,750 from Sunstate Meter and Supply, Inc. of Newberry Florida. B. Update of City Investment Policy Approve Resolution No A resolution of the City of Titusville, Florida, updating its investment policy for the City of Titusville and providing for an effective date. The roll call was: Member Long Vice-Mayor Eigenmann Mayor Tulley Member Secor Member Johnson The motion carried unanimously. Ordinances-Second Reading, Public Hearings & Related Action 5

6 Ordinance Amending Chapter 21, Utilities, Article II Water System, Division 2, Water Shortage Emergencies Attorney Severs read ORDINANCE , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF; AMENDING CHAPTER 21, UTILITIES, ARTICLE II, WATER SYSTEM, DIVISION 2, BY DELETING SECTIONS 21-41, 21-42, 21-44, 21-45, 21-47, AND 21-48, BY AMENDING SECTIONS AND 21-46; BY ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE FOR DECLARING A CRITICAL WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM EMERGENCY: BY ADDING DIVISION 3, REGULATING LANDSCAPE OUTSIDE IRRIGATION; BY ADDING SECTIONS THROUGH 21-66; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS; LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION SCHEDULES; EXCEPTIONS TO THE LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION SCHEDULES; ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS; VARIANCE FROM IRRIGATION SCHEDULES; AND ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES; AMENDING CHAPTER 21, UTILITIES ARTICLE IV BY ENACTING EMERGENCY CONSERVATION RATE AS SECTION ; AMENDING CHAPTER 21, UTILITIES ARTICLE VI, DIVISION 1 BY AMENDING SECTION RECLAIMED WATER PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE, the second time by title only. City Manager Ryan read the recommended action and summary. In December 2008, the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) amended the landscape irrigation rule, 40-C Florida Administrative Code (FAC). The amended rule limited landscape irrigation to no more than two days a week during Daylight Savings Time and no more than one day a week during Eastern Standard Time. Additional provisions established the days and times of irrigation, exceptions to schedules, etc. The SJRWMD authorized local government to enforce the District s landscape irrigation rule by the adoption of an ordinance incorporating the provisions of the District s rule. According to SJRWMD, this ordinance may not contain provisions that are more lenient than the provisions set forth in the District s landscape irrigation rule nor can it be more restrictive. Per SJRWMD s directive, this ordinance was submitted for review by the district. Water Resource Director Raynetta Grant and Water Conservation Coordinator Maureen Phillips were present to answer any questions. Ms. Grant highlighted the Water Conservation Program that was already in place and advised this Ordinance was just one more tool to use to promote efficient water use. Water Conservation Coordinator Maureen Phillips highlighted the following: Landscape irrigation schedules Types of irrigation Enforcement and Penalties 6

7 Vice-Mayor Eigenmann questioned what would happen if the ordinance was not approved. Ms. Phillips explained that SJRWMD would override any decision the City would make concerning watering days to coincide with their schedule, but they do not enforce the watering days. They only want to be in the roll of education and leave enforcement to the areas within their districts. This would affect the City when they go before them for a Consumptive Use Permit as the City would have to prove they have a conservation plan and an irrigation ordinance in place. Member Johnson advised he had asked Ms. Grant and Ms. Phillips to check into rain sensors on new development. Ms. Grant advised that this was looked into and further discussion with the City Engineer would be continued as to what could be applied as to rain sensors. Member Long requested further discussion as to the changes and the implication in Division 2, Water Supply Systems Emergencies. Ms. Phillips advised that in the old code, there was a section on emergency proclamation which the Mayor could proclaim an emergency and restrict certain uses of water. However, SJRWMD took the role that the City could not pass restrictions on water that they have not approved wanting to keep in place an emergency proclamation when an emergency exists as defined by SJRWMD in order for the City to declare an emergency as far as the City s system. Discussion over fines, penalties, and water restrictions ensued. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann voiced that he would like to make sure that when discussion over the rain sensors continued that the subject of low voltage and electric were included in the overview. Mayor Tulley opened the public hearing. As no one wished to speak, the public hearing was closed. Member Long moved to approve Ordinance No , as recommended. Member Johnson seconded the motion. The roll call was: Vice-Mayor Eigenmann Mayor Tulley Member Secor Member Johnson Member Long 7

8 The motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No Traffic Light Enforcement Program Attorney Severs read Ordinance No , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TITUSVILLE, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 20 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCE BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE IV SECTIONS THROUGH ENTITLED TRAFFIC LIGHT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM ; PROVIDING FOR LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS INTENT AND PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS; ESTABLISHING AN ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY; AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO PERMIT AND IMPLEMENT THE USE OF UNMANNED CAMERAS/MONITORING DEVICES FOR RED LIGHT INFRACTIONS; PROVIDING ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES, INCLUDING NOTICE, APPEAL HEARINGS, PENALTIES, IMPOSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGES AND COLLECTION; PROVIDING FOR EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR DIRECTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE the second time by title only. City Manager Ryan outlined Ordinance No Traffic Light Enforcement Program if approved would authorize the City to implement the use of unmanned camera/monitoring devises for red light infractions; providing enforcement procedures, including notice, appeal hearings, penalties, imposition of administrative charges and collection; providing for exceptions; providing for directions to the City Clerk; providing for codification, conflicts, severability and an effective date. Majors Mel Williams and Doug Massey from the Titusville Police Department were available for questions on this issue. Mayor Tulley opened the public hearing. Peter Petyk, 1237 Little Oak Circle, spoke on Ordinance No He commented on intersection design and operation, problem identification, red light violation data, and engineer study. Member Long moved to allow Mr. Petyk an additional 3 minutes to speak. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Mr. Petyk also commented on the analyzing of the timing for the traffic lights and reaction time. Majors Williams and Massey highlighted on pink lights, five mile over clause, and prestudy work as to the red light study. 8

9 Member Long asked whether the City would monitor the red light cameras and see how efficiently they were working. Major Williams assured there would be a continuous evaluation. Discussion ensued on the data for statistics as it related to red light running, accidents, red lights in the city, traffic lanes, length of the contract, etc. Majors Williams and Massey informed Council that various reports can be provided by the vendor or the city can access the reports by logging into the vendor s system. As to the length of the contract, it typically would be three to five years. With no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Discussion continued on pros and cons of the fatalities and crash data for the red light cameras. Mayor Tulley asked whether there was a possibility of paying the contractor a fixed fee rather than based on the number of citations. Major Williams informed Council that it was a possibility to have a fixed fee and that it would be part of the negotiation process. Member Johnson moved to approved Ordinance No , as recommended. Member Secor seconded the motion. Discussion continued on keeping accurate statistics on the issue, public safety, short contract, language in the contract for a re-opener pending any changes with the legislature, public policy concerning conflicts of interest that enhance revenues for government and private interest at the risk of public safety concerning an outside contractor, and putting funds from fines into a red light mitigation fund. Mr. Petyk asked Council for permission for additional time to speak. Member Long moved to allow Mr. Petyk additional time to speak for 30 seconds. Vice- Mayor Eigenmann seconded the motion. Member Johnson advised he felt allowing Mr. Petyk to speak again set a very bad precedence. The motion failed unanimously. 9

10 Member Johnson moved to amend his motion to include the following conditions as discussed by Council: 1. At a future meeting Staff would provide Council with two different types of proposals from pending commercial contractor(s), which would include proposals for both a.) The city bearing the cost of camera equipment and paying for a fixed rate service from the pending commercial contractor (s), or b.) The city entering into a contract on a cost per ticket basis. It was also noted that once Council was presented with the proposals at a future meeting and if Council could not agree on the proposals they could deny to implement either of the proposal types; 2. Staff would ensure that Council would be allowed enough time to analyze the proposals or Requests for Proposals (RFPs ) to determine if they were still feasible; 3. City Manager Ryan would identify and present to Council the possible ways that any funds generated by the Traffic Light Enforcement Program could be used for further red light violation mitigation beyond the red light cameras themselves; and 4. The proposals (or RFPs ) and the possible ways that any funds generated by the Traffic Light Enforcement Program could be used for further red light violation mitigation must coincide in their presentations to Council, at a future meeting. Member Secor s second held. The roll call was: Member Tulley Member Secor Member Johnson Member Long Member Eigenmann The motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No Sidewalk Performance Bonds Attorney Severs read Ordinance No , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TITUSVLLE, FLORIDA AMENDING SECTION OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION BY PROVIDING APPROVAL BY THE ADMINISTRATOR FOR INSTALLATION OF THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS; AND AN ADDITIONAL EXTENSION OF TIME FOR INSTALLATION OF SUBDIVISION SIDEWALKS FROM TWO YEARS TO A MAXIMUM OF FIVE YEARS AFTER FINAL PLAT APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE the second time by title only. City Manager Ryan advised that Ordinance No Sidewalk Performance Bonds, if approved would extend the time period in which sidewalks must be constructed while assuring long term sidewalk infilling. 10

11 City Engineer Woody Rice highlighted various items included in the Ordinance. At the conclusion of the initial two (2) year period the Administrator, for good cause shown by the subdivider, may extend the time for installation of the sidewalk improvements for a period of one (1) year. When any subdivider requests a one (1) year extension or renewal of a one (1) year extension of time for installation of sidewalk improvements, the Administrator shall review the amount on deposit or the method of guarantee to determine whether the initial estimate and deposit was then sufficient to install improvements, and as a condition of any approval for extension of time, the Administrator may require an additional amount to guarantee the installation of the sidewalk improvements. At no point would a sidewalk installation extension period exceed a total of five (5) years from the date the Final Plat was approved. Mayor Tulley opened the public hearing. As no one wished to speak, Mayor Tulley closed the public hearing. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann advised he felt that once a subdivision was established, the homeowners should have connectivity of sidewalks even if there were vacant lots. If there were infill lots that were missing, the developer should go ahead and complete them. City Engineer Rice stated that with the evaluation period, it would give the flexibility to do that because evaluation would be done on a street to street basis. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann asked that it be included in the Ordinance to clarify the evaluating period. City Engineer Rice stated he would write a standard operating procedure approved by the City Manager that would include information as it related to the evaluation period. Member Long moved to approve Ordinance No with the condition that staff write a Standard Operating Procedures Manual, which would outline the ordinance policy and the procedures associated therewith, including developers responsibilities. It was noted that the pending Standard Operating Procedure Manual would require approval by the City Manager. Once the manual was approved by City Manager Ryan, staff would provide a copy to Council. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann seconded the motion. The roll call was: Member Secor Member Johnson Member Long Vice-Mayor Eigenmann Mayor Tulley The motion carried unanimously. 11

12 Mayor Tulley read quasi-judicial procedures. Conditional Use Permit No City Manager Ryan outlined Conditional Use Permit No as followed: The applicant, H2R Petro, LLC was requesting a conditional use permit to allow a convenience store with gas pumps at 701 South Park Avenue. The Property was built in 1965 and did not currently have a CUP because it was built before the regulations were adopted. The current site had a convenience store and two gas pumps. The conditional Use Permit was required to expand to have three gas pumps. Planning and Growth Management Director Courtney Barker advised that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 7-0 with conditions. Ms. Barker informed Council of staff recommended conditions including privacy fence, closing of driveways, open space areas, and re-stripping of parking area. Discussion ensued over conditions. Mayor Tulley opened the public hearing. Joe Sacco, 320 Tuscany Way, with R K Engineering spoke representing the applicant. Mr. Sacco relayed to Council that the applicant s intention was to make the service station look as nice as possible. He informed Council that the pumps would be new state of the art pumps. City Engineer Woody Rice advised of his recommendations as to parking spaces and open space area. Mayor Tulley asked for clarification on the two tanks underground. Mr. Sacco advised that they were updated in 1995 and currently met all standards and they would be able to service all three pumps. Member Johnson moved to approve Conditional Use Permit No with the following conditions. (1) A wood privacy fence would be placed along the eastern perimeter of the property to meet the requirements of Section 35-38; (2) The driveway located nearest to the intersection on South Street would be closed; (3) The four separate areas on the concept plan are turned into open space areas and landscaping as illustrated; (4) The applicant re-stripe the parking area to meet the parking requirements of 12 (twelve) required parking spaces which include 1 (one) handicap space; (5) A sodded, open space area with five feet between the sidewalk and the curb would be required along South Street; and (6) A monument sign would be erected instead of a pole sign. Vice- Mayor Eigenmann seconded the motion. 12

13 The roll call was: Member Johnson Member Long Vice-Mayor Eigenmann Mayor Tulley Member Secor The motion carried unanimously. Ordinance-First Reading Old Business Resolution No Resolution of Necessity to Demolish 706 Olive Avenue City Manager Ryan highlighted the summary and recommended action. The advisability to proceed with the Resolution of Necessity for demolition of 706 Olive Avenue was approved at the April 14, 2009 City Council meeting. This structure experienced significant fire damage and was now an eyesore and posed a threat to public health and safety. The structure was too damaged to board and secure and must be removed to mitigate any potential hazards. The City received several complaints from community residents regarding the structure and the property owner received ample notice regarding the condemnation status and the City s requirement to remove the structure. Since then, the property entered into foreclosure and the liens and outstanding mortgage prevented the City from using CDBG funds to cover the demolition costs. Therefore, the City would need to complete a budget amendment to provide the funds. Staff was estimating the cost to be $5,000. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann moved to approve Resolution No Resolution of Necessity to Demolish 706 Olive Avenue, as recommended. Member Secor seconded the motion. The roll call was: Member Long Vice-Mayor Eigenmann Mayor Tulley Member Secor Member Johnson 13

14 The motion carried unanimously. New Business: Advisability to Proceed with Outsourcing of Utility Deposit and Collections Functions - City Manager Ryan highlighted the recommended action and summary. Staff was requesting authorization to proceed with negotiations with a commercial vendor to outsource certain utility deposit and collection account functions. From 2005 through 2008, the city s total outstanding monthly balance on all its customer utility accounts averaged $400K with little variance. Starting in February 2008, that amount steadily increased each month, reaching a record high $965K in April The spike in outstanding utility balances was primarily due to the economic recession, which has gripped our nation. Increased unemployment, foreclosures and a downturn in business activity all have affected our customer s ability to pay their utility bills. The loss in revenue can negatively impact the operation of the city s water resources enterprise fund and our ability to maintain its financial wellness and execution of the Water Resources Business Plan. In an attempt to reverse this trend and bring account delinquencies back to normal historic levels, staff was investigating the feasibility of using a third party vendor to screen account applications and assign deposit requirements based on credit history. Additionally, collection efforts on specific closed and finalized accounts would be assigned to the vendor in an effort to collect revenue on otherwise problematic accounts. Executive Director of Support Services Tom Abbate and Customer Service Manager Danille Trazzera was available for questions. Council questioned whether this was seen as a net gain and whether this outsourcing was completed in the past. Executive Director Tom Abbate commented it would be a win win situation. Council and/or staff advised they had no knowledge that outsourcing was completed in the past. Customer Service Manager Trazzera responded to Mayor Tulley s concern advising that On Line Utility Exchange was contracted through HTE, the City s government software. Ms. Trazzera talked with Reference, Orlando Utilities who have a contract with On Line Utility Exchange and it was very successful. Staff highlighted fees, credit checks, and security of personal information. 14

15 Member Secor moved to authorize staff to enter into negotiations with vendor for the outsourcing of Utility Deposit and Collection Functions. Member Johnson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Petitions and Requests from the Public Present (Open Forum) Laura Ward, Riveredge Drive, Titusville, spoke concerning red light ticketing asking at what point of the intersection that you run a red light are you ticketed. City Manger Ryan advised the intent was once a vehicle entered an intersection and entered into a red light fashion was the point that the traffic citation would be issued. City Manager Ryan went on to explain more in depth how and when citations would be issued. Mayor and Council Reports Mayor Tulley submitted his written report. Mayor Tulley advised that May 23 rd to May 25 th was Poppy Day and distributed poppies from the American Legion Post 1. City Manager s Report City Manager Ryan submitted his written report. City Manager Ryan read Action Items: Request to Utilize City Council Chamber The City received a request from the Florida Department of Transportation to utilize the Titusville City Council Chambers on Thursday, May 28, 2009 for a Public Information Meeting concerning the Max Brewer Bridge Project. Staff requested authorization for the use of the City s facilities for this meeting. Member Johnson moved to authorize the use of the council chamber, as requested. Vice- Mayor Eigenmann seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Resolution Supporting Reintroduction of Amtrak Passenger Rail Service on FEC Railway 15

16 Included in the agenda was a request from Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council requesting the adoption of a resolution supporting reintroducing Amtrak passenger rail service on the Florida East Coast (FEC) rail line as a part of Florida s economic stimulus plan. Since 1974, the City of Titusville adopted various resolutions of support for inclusion of passenger rail service, the latest occurring in City Manager Ryan asked whether Council desired to prepare a resolution of support, as requested. Member Secor moved to prepare a resolution, as requested. Member Johnson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. City Manager Ryan highlighted Informational Items including: SR 50 Milling and Resurfacing (I-95 to US1) Florida Legislative Session MPRB Series 1995 Bonds (Finance Director Bob Erickson reported the Bonds were not remarketed.) Brevard County Charter Review Committee Florida s Coastal Treasures Video Premiere Downtown CRA, LDR, Urban Design manual & Stormwater Master Plan City Attorney s Report City Attorney Severs gave an update that the City was added as a party in the foreclosure proceeding by Regions Bank against the property owner Titusville One at the Intersection of Park and Harrison. City Attorney Severs met with an attorney in Orlando and there was a possibility there would be a new purchaser for the property. City Manager Ryan advised of a Burn Grant Program, which was additional funds provided to Brevard County of over one million dollars and was being provided to local law enforcement agencies through the sheriff s department. Negotiations with all the law enforcement agencies to utilize those funds to provide to the local law enforcement agencies for the acquisition for patrol vehicles. The City of Titusville had the opportunity to participate in this to obtain over $81,000 in funds for acquisition of patrol vehicles next year and staff would ask for authorization for the Mayor to sign a letter of support for the grant application. There would not be a local match. Vice-Mayor Eigenmann moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a letter of support for the grant application. Member Long seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. 16

17 With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:28 p.m. 17