Council greenlit a $255,000 Circle Boulevard improvement deal (mostly CDBG funds) and water/sewer service for Ozanam Village, a 30-unit veterans' apartment project.
18 items on the agenda · 9 decisions recorded
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- 1Call to Order – Roll Call▶ 0:00
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Pledge of Allegiance
Pledge of Allegiance and moment of silence in honor of servicemen and women.
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[00:00:22] Thank you. [00:00:23] If you could all stand and join me in the Pledge of Allegiance and remain standing for [00:00:24] a moment of silence in honor of our servicemen and women at home and abroad. [00:00:27] I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for [00:00:33] which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
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Moment of Silence
Procedural moment of silence observed at the start of the meeting.
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[00:00:47] Thank you. [00:00:48] You may be seated.
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Approval of August 23, 2016 Special Meeting Minutes and September 1, 2016 Emergency Meeting Minutes
approvedCouncil approved the minutes from the August 23, 2016 special meeting and the September 1, 2016 emergency meeting.
- motion:Approve the August 23, 2016 special meeting minutes and September 1, 2016 emergency meeting minutes. (passed)
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[00:00:52] Next item on the agenda is the approval of the August 23rd special meeting minutes and [00:00:55] the September 1st, 2016 emergency meeting minutes. [00:00:59] Move for approval. [00:01:00] Second. [00:01:01] All those in favor, please signify by saying aye. [00:01:05] Aye. [00:01:06] Opposed? [00:01:07] Like sign. [00:01:08] Motion passes.
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Proclamation - Chuck Pitcock Day
approvedMayor Rob Marlow read a proclamation declaring Friday, September 23rd as Chuck Pitcock Day in the City of New Port Richey, honoring the late Charles Clayton 'Chuck' Pitcock Jr., a local football star and community member who passed away on January 11, 2016. The Pitcock family was invited to the podium to receive the proclamation.
- direction:Proclaim Friday, September 23rd as Chuck Pitcock Day in the City of New Port Richey. (passed)
Gulf Comprehensive High SchoolLos Angeles ExpressLos Angeles RamsNational Football LeagueNew Orleans SaintsPhiladelphia EaglesTampa Bay BanditsTampa Bay BuccaneersTulane UniversityUnited States Football LeagueCatherine PitcockCharles Clayton 'Chuck' Pitcock Jr.Charles PitcockCharlie PitcockGary AndersonJohn ReevesJoni PitcockLex LugerNate NewtonPhillipsRob MarlowRon SimmonsSteve SpurrierBandit BallChuck Pitcock DayTulane All-Dome Team▶ Jump to 1:09 in the videoShow transcriptHide transcript
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[00:01:09] The next is a proclamation. [00:01:10] Deputy Mayor Phillips, would you join me down at the podium? [00:01:28] If I could, I'd like to ask the Pitcock family to come on down. [00:01:37] This is a proclamation of the City of New Port Richey. [00:02:05] Whereas Charles Clayton Chuck Pitcock Jr. was born on February 20th, 1958 in Homestead, Florida to Charles and Catherine Pitcock. [00:02:14] And whereas Chuck graduated from Gulf Comprehensive High School in 1976 and received his bachelor's degree in physical education from Tulane University in 1981 after redshirting his freshman year. [00:02:28] And whereas Chuck was an all-conference football player and team captain for many years at both Gulf High and for Tulane University Green Wave while playing tight end defensive tackle and right guard. [00:02:41] Chuck was named to the Tulane All-Dome Team for his outstanding college performances in Louisiana Superdome. [00:02:48] And whereas Chuck entered the National Football League in 1981 as an undrafted free agent walk-on, Chuck played for the Los Angeles Rams, New Orleans Saints, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. [00:03:00] However, it was during his time playing for the Philadelphia Eagles when he met his beloved wife, Joni, who was an Eagles alternate cheerleader. [00:03:09] Chuck and Joni were married on September 16, 1983 and had one son, Charlie, who has always made his dad proud. [00:03:17] And whereas Chuck was always proud of his adopted hometown of New Port Richey over his playing career as he had the rare honor of playing for both the National Football League and the United States Football League, [00:03:29] first for the Los Angeles Express and then for our hometown Tampa Bay Bandits, where he made his presence known as part of what was called Bandit Ball, playing for legendary coach Steve Spurrier, [00:03:42] and along other players such as Ron Simmons, John Reeves, Gary Anderson, Nate Newton, and Lex Luger. [00:03:52] And whereas after Chuck retired from football, he became a successful car and truck salesman all along the Suncoast of Florida. [00:03:59] Chuck was known for coaching, mentoring, and helping dozens of new salespeople become skilled professionals so they could earn a living to support their families. [00:04:08] And whereas in his spare time, Chuck was also an avid saltwater fisherman who loved hooking a grouper when out on the golf on his boat. [00:04:16] And especially his annual trip to Key West for lobster season for his family and many friends, which there are too many stories to share in this proclamation. [00:04:26] And whereas after a lengthy illness, Chuck passed away on January 11, 2016. [00:04:32] His lovable personality, infectious smile, kind soul, and great stories are missed every day by his family, his sister, and all who knew him. [00:04:41] Now therefore I, Rob Marlow, Mayor of the City of New Port Richey, do hereby proclaim Friday, September 23rd, as Chuck Pitcock Day in the City of New Port Richey [00:04:51] and encourage residents to remember what a bright and shining star Chuck was to our community. [00:04:56] On Friday night this last week, Chuck's class of 1976 celebrated their 40th high school reunion. [00:05:23] And on the back of the proclamation, they have signed their names. [00:05:29] I had the honor of playing with Chuck. [00:05:35] I still remember the time that I didn't throw him the ball on a two-point conversion and he never let me forget it for about 40 years. [00:05:41] But I have to tell you that this Friday night, there will be a halftime event at Gulf High. [00:05:50] And we encourage all of you to come out, all the Gulf High folks, and to again celebrate Chuck's life. [00:05:56] Thanks.
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Voluntary Service Award
Christian Isley was recognized with the 2016 Voluntary Service Award from the Florida Recreation and Park Association, a statewide award given to only one recipient. Recreation staff highlighted his work soliciting donations and supporting community events, including Toys for Tots. It was noted this is the second consecutive year a New Port Richey resident received the award, following Joy Phillips in 2015.
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[00:06:13] I'd like to invite Clayton if you could join me at the podium. [00:06:29] We have somebody special in the audience. [00:06:31] I'd like for him to come down also, Christian Isley. [00:06:37] Christian has been awarded the 2016 Voluntary Service Award from the Florida Recreation and Park Association. [00:06:45] Elaine, could you explain a little bit about what this is? [00:06:49] Absolutely. Thank you so much. [00:06:51] At our annual state conference in Orlando, I think it was the end of August, time goes so fast, [00:06:57] Christian was honored with the 2016 Voluntary Service Award for the Florida Recreation and Park Association. [00:07:05] We only give one statewide, so we're really pleased to have that. [00:07:09] Our community is really blessed to have Christian because literally the events that we do that create the strong community ties [00:07:16] and create family memories that we do would not be possible without Christian. [00:07:20] He writes letters and collects all these donations for us that we don't have the funds in our budget to purchase, [00:07:26] and literally put on events because of what he is able to get for us. [00:07:30] He's very instrumental and active with Toys for Tots, and it's really like Christmas all year round [00:07:35] that he gets us so many things that we're really able to bless the community with. [00:07:39] We just wanted to thank Christian, and we're really blessed in our community and our department to have him. [00:07:44] Thank you. [00:07:58] Mr. Mayor, it might additionally be appropriate to note that this is the second year in a row that the City of New Port Richey [00:08:04] was the award recipient, and last year it was the result of Joy Phillips, who's also here this evening. [00:08:12] So noted, thank you. [00:08:16] Next item on the agenda is Fox Pop.
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- 7Vox Pop for Items Not Listed on the Agenda or Listed on Consent Agenda▶ 8:18
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Purchases/Payments for City Council Approval
on consentProcedural mention referencing a vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed property registry in the context of purchases/payments for council approval. Insufficient detail in the transcript excerpt to identify specific purchases or actions taken.
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[00:09:03] the purpose of which was to administer a vacant, abandoned, and foreclosed property registry.
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Renewal of Agreement between City of New Port Richey and Community Champions, Inc.
approvedCouncil approved a one-year agreement with Community Champions, Inc., with two one-year renewal options, for continued maintenance of the city's property registry to help address maintenance code violations.
- motion:Motion to approve a one-year agreement with Community Champions, Inc., with two one-year renewals. (passed)
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[00:09:14] The reason that that is of benefit to the city is that it helps us address properly any maintenance code violations which might exist. [00:09:23] They have served the city well in maintaining the registry. [00:09:29] Therefore, we're asking you this evening to enter into a one-year agreement with them with two one-year renewals for continued service. [00:09:36] Thank you. [00:09:37] I believe we have a representative from Community Champions in the audience tonight. [00:09:43] If you'd care to say anything or not. [00:09:46] Open it up for public comment. [00:09:49] Seeing no one come forward, bring it back to Council. [00:09:52] Move for approval. [00:09:53] Second. [00:09:54] To the maker? [00:09:55] Nothing. [00:09:56] To the second? [00:09:57] No, thank you. [00:09:58] Councilman? [00:09:59] No comments, thank you. [00:10:00] Deputy Mayor? [00:10:01] Just to provide a copy of the report to one of the managers, weekly updates. [00:10:07] Just want to see what it looks like. [00:10:09] Very good. [00:10:10] There's no further discussion. [00:10:11] All those in favor, please signify by saying aye. [00:10:13] Aye. [00:10:14] Opposed, like sign. [00:10:15] Motion passes.
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Subrecipient Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement - Circle Blvd. Improvements
approvedCouncil authorized the City Manager to enter into a Subrecipient Community Development Block Grant agreement with the county for the Circle Boulevard Improvement Project. Total project cost is $255,000, with $198,970 from CDBG funds and $56,030 from the city's stormwater utility fund. The project includes milling, drainage improvements, ADA sidewalks, asphalt paving, and striping.
- motion:Authorize the City Manager to enter into the Subrecipient CDBG Agreement for Circle Boulevard Improvements. (passed)
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[00:10:16] Next is the Subrecipient Community Development Block Grant Agreement for Circle Boulevard Improvements. [00:10:21] Ms. Manns? [00:10:22] Mr. Mayor, the city is in receipt of some community development block grant funds for the purpose of the Circle Boulevard Improvement Project. [00:10:33] The total project cost is $255,000. [00:10:37] $198,970 of that is community development block grant funds. [00:10:49] The remaining $56,030 are being provided through use of the city's stormwater utility fund. [00:10:58] The proposed project includes the milling of the pavement, drainage improvements, ADA sidewalk improvements, asphalt paving, and striping. [00:11:08] And this agreement is a standard agreement from the county related to the use of block grant funds, [00:11:18] and we're recommending that you authorize the city manager to enter into the contract. [00:11:23] I'll open this up for public comment. [00:11:26] Seeing no one, come forward and bring it back to council. [00:11:29] Move for approval. [00:11:30] Second. [00:11:31] We have a motion and a second. [00:11:32] To the mayor? [00:11:33] No, there's just quite a bit of oversight that we have to make sure, which are standard with the county, [00:11:39] so just as long as we meet all of our deadlines. [00:11:42] Thank you. [00:11:43] To the second? [00:11:44] Councilman? [00:11:46] No, I'm good. [00:11:47] Councilman? [00:11:48] No comments, thank you. [00:11:49] Likewise, no comment. [00:11:52] There's no further discussion. [00:11:54] All those in favor, please signify by saying aye. [00:11:56] Aye. [00:11:57] Opposed? [00:11:58] Like sign. [00:11:59] Motion passes. [00:12:00] Next is the utility service agreement for Osanem Village.
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Utility Service Agreement - Ozanam Village
approvedCouncil approved a utility service agreement with St. Vincent DePaul to provide water and sewer service to a planned 30-unit multifamily apartment development on the south side of Massachusetts Avenue, east of Congress Street. The development is geared toward helping veterans, and the developer will cover connection costs and use reclaimed water.
- motion:Motion to approve the utility service agreement with St. Vincent DePaul for the Ozanam Village development. (passed)
south side of Massachusetts Avenue, east of Congress StreetSt. Vincent DePaulCouncilman DavisMs. MannsOzanam VillageUtility Service Agreement▶ Jump to 12:03 in the videoShow transcriptHide transcript
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[00:12:04] Ms. Manns? [00:12:05] Yes, sir, Mr. Mayor, members of the council. [00:12:07] The applicant related to this utility services agreement is St. Vincent DePaul. [00:12:16] Their specific proposal is to construct a 30-unit multifamily apartment on the south side of Massachusetts Avenue, [00:12:24] east of Congress Street. [00:12:26] They're asking the city to provide water and sewer service for the development. [00:12:32] The developer will be responsible for all the costs associated with connecting into the city's existing utility service. [00:12:39] If you determine it's appropriate to allow them to connect and enter into the utility service agreement, [00:12:45] as were recommended to you this evening. [00:12:48] Thank you. [00:12:49] Open it up for public comment. [00:12:51] Do we have a representative of the applicant here? [00:12:55] No, Mr. Mayor. [00:12:56] Seeing no one come forward, bring it back to council. [00:12:58] Move for approval. [00:12:59] Second. [00:13:00] To the mayor? [00:13:01] No, I'm just glad. [00:13:02] It's encouraging to see this development completed. [00:13:05] It's been sitting there for a long time, and it's really cool. [00:13:07] That's geared towards helping veterans. [00:13:09] Very good. [00:13:10] Second. [00:13:11] No, this is the full circle. [00:13:13] It's good when it moves this quickly, and we saw them, I think, in the spring coming in [00:13:17] and shared how they got that name, and now I'm glad to see it moving forward. [00:13:22] Deputy mayor? [00:13:24] No, it's a great use. [00:13:26] It's another addition to the city of New Port Richey, [00:13:28] and I look forward to them completing them and putting them in service. [00:13:32] Very good. [00:13:33] Councilman Davis? [00:13:34] Will they be using the reclaimed water? [00:13:37] No, sir. [00:13:39] It's available to them. [00:13:41] I'll take that back. [00:13:42] It's available to them, and they are planning on using it. [00:13:44] We're extending it out to them. [00:13:48] Very good. [00:13:49] If there's no further discussion, all those in favor, please signify by saying aye. [00:13:52] Aye. [00:13:53] Opposed, the like sign. [00:13:55] Motion passes.
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Alcoholic Beverage Special Event Permit - Cotee River Bike Fest
approvedCouncil approved an alcoholic beverage special event permit for the Cotee River Bike Fest, scheduled October 7-9, 2016, with beer and wine service during specified hours. The event is organized by the West Pasco Chamber of Commerce.
- motion:Motion to approve the alcoholic beverage special exception permit for the Cotee River Bike Fest on October 7-9, 2016. (passed)5–0
5443 Main Street, New Port Richey, FloridaNebraska Avenue from Rosie's Bistro to FitzgeraldGulf Coast NetworkingRosie's BistroWest Pasco Chamber of CommerceChip WickmanowskiCouncilman StarkeyLiz MeismerMr. PhillipsMs. VanceChasco FiestaCotee River Bike FestRailroad Square▶ Jump to 13:56 in the videoShow transcriptHide transcript
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[00:13:56] Next is an alcohol beverage special event permit for the Cody River Bike Fest. [00:14:00] Ms. Vance? [00:14:01] Mr. Mayor, the Cody River Bike Fest is slated to be conducted on October 7th, [00:14:09] 8th, and 9th, 2016. [00:14:12] They have submitted an application to the special event team related to an [00:14:18] alcoholic beverage special exception application. [00:14:23] The event was approved by SET to take place. [00:14:28] On those dates, the specific hours that they are talking about serving beer [00:14:32] and wine are Friday, October 7th, from 5 to 11, Saturday, October 8th, [00:14:39] from 12 o'clock noon to 11 p.m., and on Sunday, October 9th, [00:14:44] from 1 o'clock p.m. to 7 o'clock p.m. [00:14:50] Based on the special event committee's recommendation, [00:14:55] we are recommending to you that you approve the alcoholic beverage special [00:14:59] exception permit. [00:15:00] for this event. [00:15:01] Thank you. I believe the applicant is in the audience. [00:15:05] If you wish to say anything, [00:15:07] please come on down and give us your name and address for the record. [00:15:14] Get down here, Lizzie. [00:15:17] Good evening. Chip Wickmanowski, President, West Pasco Chamber of Commerce. [00:15:22] Liz Meismer, Event Coordinator, West Pasco Chamber of Commerce. [00:15:25] 5443 Main Street, New Port Richey, Florida, the most biker-friendly city in America. [00:15:31] Here this evening just to say thank you to the support that we received last year [00:15:36] with the park in its building stages. [00:15:40] It was a great event. This year is going to be even greater with your [00:15:43] approval of this agenda item this evening, and we certainly hope for a [00:15:46] great event. [00:15:47] We do have a lot of the local downtown businesses [00:15:51] participating as official local business sponsors this year. [00:15:55] I think Mr. Phillips is one of those. We appreciate that, sir. [00:15:59] We are looking forward to a great event, and we look forward to the [00:16:02] continued great cooperation that we get from all of the [00:16:06] entities of the entire city of New Port Richey. [00:16:10] Thank you. I'll open it up for public comment. [00:16:14] Seeing no one come forward, bring it back to council. [00:16:17] Move for approval. [00:16:19] To the maker. [00:16:20] No, they won't have as many [00:16:23] logistical issues this year since the park will be finished. [00:16:27] It would be a great addition to that. [00:16:29] We just look forward to expanding this and making this [00:16:33] one of the two or three signature events for New Port Richey on an annual basis to [00:16:37] go along with Chasco Fiesta. [00:16:40] The only thing I'm hoping for is [00:16:43] we get cool mornings and really nice nights because [00:16:46] my AC can't take much more than it's already doing. [00:16:50] Appreciate the understanding that we have and some moving parts. [00:16:54] But again, we'd like to bridge that [00:17:00] friendliest bike town in America to a few more things because we'd like to have it year-round. [00:17:08] To the second. [00:17:10] Being that it's a chamber event, I expect chamber weather. [00:17:14] Chamber of Commerce weather guarantee. [00:17:16] There you go. [00:17:16] Guarantee. [00:17:17] Councilman Starkey? [00:17:18] No further comment. [00:17:19] Councilman? [00:17:20] Yeah, I just want to make note. [00:17:22] I think that maybe this application is an older application because [00:17:26] on page one of the app under absept submittal requirements, [00:17:31] it states limited time for sales. [00:17:33] Limited Monday through Saturday, 12 noon to 10. [00:17:36] And I believe we changed that to 11. [00:17:39] You're absolutely correct. [00:17:40] They did use an older application. [00:17:42] We'll make sure they have a new one for next year. [00:17:44] Okay, great, because it's not, whatever. [00:17:47] Thank you. [00:17:48] And just for the record, I am pleased that my company is also one of the sponsors for Cody River Bike Fest. [00:17:53] And we are very, very happy to see this event come each fall. [00:18:00] It's become a bit of a tradition in downtown New Port Richey. [00:18:05] Although I don't have a bike with a motor on it, it is still well worth coming down to check out the custom bike. [00:18:12] Yeah, a go-kart that fits in the small parking. [00:18:14] Now that's a whole other issue, but it's got four wheels, not three. [00:18:17] And how many people are you expecting this year, Chip, do you have any idea? [00:18:20] What do we say on the application? [00:18:23] I didn't read it. [00:18:24] I mean, come on. [00:18:24] We're doing 1,000. [00:18:26] That makes, throughout the entire event, 35 to 40,000, if not more. [00:18:32] It would be a great weather if anything could happen because the park has become the centerpiece of the city. [00:18:39] And you know the crowds you get on a regular basis with that. [00:18:42] So we're just excited. [00:18:44] And you've got new businesses opening up. [00:18:45] You've got people just excited. [00:18:47] You've got Gulf Coast Networking, which is out there as a leader in this organization. [00:18:54] Now it's back to 5-0 vote. [00:18:55] It was going 4-1 there for a second. [00:18:57] For the folks watching this on TV or the other folks in the audience, part of the reason that it's so cool is they've got custom bikes. [00:19:10] And I didn't realize until the first time I came down for one of these, you can actually spend six figures on a motorcycle. [00:19:18] So there's some seriously, seriously cool custom bikes. [00:19:22] It's worth coming down and checking it out. [00:19:25] Just amazing. [00:19:26] Absolutely amazing. [00:19:27] May I add one thing? [00:19:30] Just for that point, we do have... [00:19:32] Come on down to the mic for the people at home. [00:19:34] Everybody will tell us we didn't make it. [00:19:38] We do have a special attraction this year with the Nebraska Avenue. [00:19:42] We have classic and vintage motorcycles that will be inside from where Rosie's Bistro goes down to Fitzgerald so that we can generate some traffic for the businesses along there. [00:19:52] And we're going to have classic and vintage motorcycles on display throughout the weekend. [00:19:57] It's going to be a great opportunity to come down and see those kinds of motorcycles. [00:20:01] And it's going to be a great, great event. [00:20:02] So we're looking forward to an opportunity for everybody to enjoy the beautiful city of New Port Richey. [00:20:08] Thank you very much. [00:20:08] Also affectionately known as Railroad Square. [00:20:11] That section of Railroad Square. [00:20:14] Railroad Square. [00:20:15] Yes, sir. [00:20:16] Thank you. [00:20:18] Any further discussion? [00:20:19] No, sir. [00:20:20] Hearing none, all those in favor, please signify by saying aye. [00:20:22] Aye. [00:20:23] Opposed, like sign. [00:20:25] Motion passes.
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Recommendation of Barth Associates for Parks and Recreation Master Plan
approvedCouncil approved staff's recommendation to enter into a contract with Barth and Associates for the development of a Parks and Recreation Master Plan at a fee of $79,000. The plan, needed to qualify for grants, will cover all city parks and include stakeholder outreach, surveys, and visioning workshops. Council members raised specific concerns about the Avery park parcel and emphasized robust public engagement.
- motion:Move for approval to enter into a contract with Barth and Associates for development of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. (passed)
Avery (park)Francis (park)Grape Reserve city side entranceBarth and AssociatesEconoBakeGulf Middle SchoolCouncilman DavisCrystalDavid BarthMs. Metz$79,000 contract feeAccount 001-0092-5723499Agricultural use ordinanceOctober 7-9 eventParks and Recreation Master PlanRequest for Qualifications (May 2016)▶ Jump to 20:26 in the videoShow transcriptHide transcript
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[00:20:26] Next is a recommendation for Barth Associates for the Park and Rec Master Plan. [00:20:31] Ms. Metz. [00:20:32] Mr. Mayor, members of the council, for some time now, [00:20:35] the city has been contemplating the establishment of a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. [00:20:41] In large part precedent on the fact that many grant opportunities are contingent upon whether or not we have a master plan. [00:20:51] In that respect, a request for qualifications was issued in May of 2016. [00:20:57] There were eight firms that responded to the city's request for qualifications. [00:21:05] Four of them were shortlisted and interviews were conducted by a staff committee. [00:21:15] At the conclusion of the interviews and a reference check, the staff would like to recommend to you that we enter into a contract with Barth and Associates for the development of a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. [00:21:30] Mr. David Barth is here this evening representing the firm. [00:21:36] They have completed over 15 Parks and Recreation Master Plan systems as either a prime or a sub-consultant in the state of Florida. [00:21:49] Some of the outreach that they will be performing associated with this project includes working with a steering committee, conducting a statistically valid survey and public outreach meetings, and conducting a parks visioning workshop. [00:22:12] As I indicated to you in my communication of September 20th, they have a full scope of services which they'll be performing. [00:22:24] The proposal for a fee associated with the scope of the work is $79,000. [00:22:32] And in consideration for the amount of work that is going to be involved in the establishment of the plan, we feel that the fee being requested is fair and consistent with industry standards for this type of planning work. [00:22:49] With that, the staff is prepared to recommend to you this evening that you allow us to enter into a contract with Barth and Associates for the development of the plan. [00:23:01] Thank you. [00:23:01] The applicant is our proposed person is here. [00:23:05] Mr. Barth, if you care to address counsel, that's fine. [00:23:08] If not, that's fine, too. [00:23:16] I just wanted to thank you for the opportunity. [00:23:18] We've enjoyed in the short time we've worked with staff on preparing the proposal, and we've enjoyed getting to know folks. [00:23:25] You have a really special city, and so we're excited about the opportunity to work with you to create the vision for where you want to go in the future. [00:23:32] So thank you for considering us. [00:23:34] Thank you. [00:23:35] We'll open this up for public comment at this time. [00:23:38] Anyone wishing to address counsel, please come forward. [00:23:42] Seeing no one come forward, bring it back to counsel. [00:23:46] Move for approval. [00:23:47] Second. [00:23:47] We have a motion and a second. [00:23:48] To the maker. [00:23:50] Just clarity, it's all of our city parks? [00:23:53] Is that my understanding? [00:23:55] Yes, it is, Mr. Deputy Mayor. [00:23:58] Including the one on Avery? [00:24:02] Yes. [00:24:02] We're going to, okay. [00:24:07] All right. [00:24:08] I'll wait to get the report back. [00:24:09] I just, we've been kicking around ideas over the years of figuring out how to work with that park, only because of its proximity, some logistical issues. [00:24:22] But I guess the major one that it brings most important to me is the effects that we're going to have over on the, I guess we want to call it the city side entrance to the Grape Reserve. [00:24:34] That's the one, because we have grant money that's coming up, and our match grant on it. [00:24:41] And how that's going to be addressed in the plan in conjunction with its proximity to Gulf Middle School, and obviously how it comes down on Congress Street. [00:24:52] So, otherwise, Deputy Mayor. [00:24:53] Deputy Mayor, is that, Avery, the one that's on the west side of 19? [00:24:57] It's on the west side, it's behind the EconoBake location. [00:25:02] And the only reason I bring it up is when we were early on kicking around the, and working on the agricultural use ordinance that we were working on. [00:25:17] Depending on how much use that had, and investing a lot of money in that small parcel, I discussed with staff a few times, maybe letting the agricultural folks come in and use it. [00:25:30] And in some ways, using some of the existing playground equipment that was there as accent points in their overview. [00:25:42] But I'm anxious to see what they want to tell us about Avery, because it's tucked in this small part of the neighborhood. [00:25:49] There's some elements over there. [00:25:51] And unfortunately, maybe I'm not seeing the forest for the tree. [00:25:55] I don't know. [00:25:56] But I'm willing to understand. [00:25:59] We have other high profile city parks, and trying to service those or protect those on an ongoing basis, I just want to make sure how they fit within not only our parks, [00:26:12] but police coverage, the access and ability, and to really understand how that neighborhood is using that park. [00:26:21] I know how we use Francis and others. [00:26:23] I just want to make sure that we have a real understanding of what its ultimate goal is going to be in the future. [00:26:29] That's all, Mr. Mayor. [00:26:30] Thank you very much for the clarification. [00:26:32] I don't think the neighborhood is using the park, so I'll be interested to see what the study has to say about that as well. [00:26:37] The proximity to US 19 is so close. [00:26:39] I mean, I bet if you polled New Puerto City residents, 99% of the people would not know that that's a city park or that it's even there, honestly. [00:26:47] So agriculture uses, whatever we could do to them, like I said, we'll wait for the study to come back. [00:26:53] But figure out a better use for that small parcel of land than what's currently there, I think, would be great, because it's just wasted space right now, in my opinion. [00:27:02] Councilman Davis? [00:27:03] Could you explain what account number 001-0092-what-that-it-is? [00:27:09] It says, you know, is it from a fiscal year? [00:27:12] Is it this year? [00:27:13] Is it next year? [00:27:15] It just says, funding for this agenda item would be available on account number 001-0092-5723499. [00:27:23] Go ahead, Crystal. [00:27:25] That is an operating account used for contractual services, and it's for next fiscal year. [00:27:31] Thanks. [00:27:32] We have a line item then in our budget? [00:27:34] Yes. [00:27:35] Can you get that to me, where that is? [00:27:37] Sure. [00:27:38] Thanks. [00:27:38] Councilwoman? [00:27:40] Yes. [00:27:40] I would just encourage you, sir, as well as us, to get really aggressive with the portions that involve the stakeholder interview and focus groups. [00:27:52] Because I think that we really, truly need the input of all of the people that participate. [00:27:59] We have a very active community that uses the parks and the recreation center. [00:28:06] We have events and activities that are hosted by school groups, rotaries, event coordinators, and all of those people are stakeholders. [00:28:19] Unfortunately, I think it's been disappointing when we host, especially evening meetings, and there's very little participation. [00:28:30] So I think that social media, we really need to stress that. [00:28:34] And I would encourage that perhaps as you're gleaning this information, that the fact that we're doing this, that we really get the word out on that. [00:28:45] Between now and then over, I think, if I'm not mistaken, it looked like this was going to be like a six-month process. [00:28:51] But there's events and activities that are going to be taking place during that time. [00:28:56] One key one is October 7th, 8th, and 9th.
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Rescinding of Appointment of Barbara Rattee to the Cultural Affairs Committee
approvedCouncil rescinded the appointment of Barbara Rattee as an alternate to the Cultural Affairs Committee after staff determined she did not meet the minimum requirement of being a city resident or having a business in the city. The discussion prompted broader concerns about vetting committee applicants, and staff noted a new administrative procedure and newsletter outreach to recruit qualified applicants.
- motion:Motion to rescind the appointment of Barbara Rattee as an alternate to the Cultural Affairs Committee. (passed)
Barbara RatteeCouncilman DavisJeffMs. DillingerMs. MannsCultural Affairs CommitteeLand Development Review BoardLibrary Board▶ Jump to 28:58 in the videoShow transcriptHide transcript
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[00:28:59] And so I think that we really need to let our community know, with every means possible, that this is what we're doing. [00:29:05] Because I think this is a really critical thing that we're doing. [00:29:08] And I think that we really need that feedback. [00:29:12] So thank you for doing that. [00:29:13] Is that the chamber that's doing that event? [00:29:15] Oh, yeah. [00:29:16] I just wanted to make sure what side that was. [00:29:19] Yeah, that one. [00:29:21] I think it's good that we're doing this, particularly if it helps us go hunting for grants. [00:29:29] If there's no further discussion, all those in favor, please signify by saying aye. [00:29:33] Aye. [00:29:33] Opposed, light sign. [00:29:34] Motion passes. [00:29:36] Next is the rescinding of an appointment. [00:29:39] Ms. Manns. [00:29:41] Mr. Mayor, members of the city council, in August of 2016, the staff [00:29:45] recommended that we appoint Barbara Ratti as an alternate for the city's cultural affairs committee. [00:29:56] Subsequent to that recommendation to you, it has [00:30:00] to the staff's attention, that she does not meet the minimum requirements [00:30:04] as provided in the city's code of ordinances related to that position. [00:30:09] Therefore, she is ineligible to serve on the committee, and [00:30:12] we are asking you to rescind the appointment. [00:30:15] Open up for public comment. [00:30:18] Seeing no one come forward, bring it back to council. [00:30:20] What minimum requirement did she not qualify for? [00:30:24] She has to either be a resident of the city or have a business in the city. [00:30:28] Right, so I don't see, I mean, with all due respect to staff, I don't see, [00:30:31] this is becoming kind of a pet peeve to me, how that even gets to us to approve [00:30:36] her if she's not even qualified to assume that position, I thank her for coming out. [00:30:42] I'd like for us to get maybe a marketing program on Facebook or a website. [00:30:46] I understand we don't have a very long line of people looking to join some of [00:30:51] our committees, but in my opinion, a lot of these committees we have, [00:30:56] to be honest with you, I'm not even 100% sure exactly what the Cultural Affairs Committee does. [00:31:00] Number one, I don't know anybody on the committee. [00:31:03] When people apply to be on one of our committees, number one, I thank you for [00:31:06] doing so and getting involved, but I wouldn't mind meeting the people. [00:31:10] If we're going to approve them, maybe they can come to a council meeting when we're [00:31:13] voting as to whether or not to approve them for a position or an alternate position. [00:31:17] Let us meet them in person. [00:31:20] It seems like last month we passed over a real estate lawyer for [00:31:23] a retired school principal or assistant principal, and it seemed to me it was [00:31:29] simply because they got their app in first for the Land Development Review Board. [00:31:32] I just, once again, I know that we don't have a long line. [00:31:35] I would like to get more people involved in these committees that we have, [00:31:39] but in my opinion, they're important. [00:31:41] We shouldn't be appointing people to these committees just because they're willing [00:31:44] to fill out an application and they may have a clean record. [00:31:47] I think there's more involved in that, and I hope there is. [00:31:50] Once again, I know that people aren't pounding on the door currently to do so. [00:31:53] These committees are important, and I'd like to get some quality people on the committees. [00:31:58] Like I said, for us to vote and approve this lady for as an alternate, [00:32:02] she's not even qualified by the living or working in the city. [00:32:05] I don't see how that happens, so. [00:32:07] In response to your concerns, Mr. Councilman, it's true that we have been in error [00:32:14] in not completely vetting all of our applicants to serve on city boards and commissions. [00:32:20] Part of what we have done is we have drafted an administrative procedure [00:32:27] so that we can be a little bit much more diligent, excuse me, [00:32:32] in our consideration of candidates to serve on boards and commissions. [00:32:38] And you'll note in the next issue of the city newsletter, [00:32:41] we will provide an explanation of the boards and committees of the city [00:32:46] and call for qualified applicants to submit their interest. [00:32:50] I think that's a great idea. [00:32:51] Let's get a little marketing going and try to get people involved, [00:32:54] qualified people that qualify for these committees. [00:32:57] I think people in the city approach Jeff to run for city council, [00:33:02] and people approach myself to run for city council, [00:33:05] so I can understand why we don't approach the people [00:33:07] that we think might be an asset to these committees. [00:33:10] Certainly. [00:33:11] They may not want it, but, you know, we'll at least... [00:33:14] What does that matter? [00:33:16] Yeah, they're not here, we'll vote them in, right? [00:33:20] I do have a motion to, on this item. [00:33:24] Yeah, I'll move it. [00:33:24] I'll make a motion. [00:33:26] Second. [00:33:26] Second to the maker. [00:33:28] Yeah, I agree. [00:33:30] I can remember almost 30-something years ago when I ran for, [00:33:35] not ran, but I applied for the library board, [00:33:38] and it was at the bequest of someone on the library, [00:33:41] I believe it was Ms. Dillinger, but it was a pretty rigorous, [00:33:45] I remember having to, you know, sit in on a meeting [00:33:48] with seven or eight gentlemen at the table [00:33:51] and answer questions and why I was wanting to do this, [00:33:55] and, you know, it was pretty important for me to be there, [00:33:57] and it was important that we do that, [00:34:00] so I don't know how we got from that, you know, [00:34:03] perhaps maybe not that rigorous, but, you know, to where we are, [00:34:07] so I encourage us to do that. [00:34:09] In the meantime, about this, it's unfortunate [00:34:11] that this happened, but perhaps Ms. Ratty [00:34:13] would be considered another committee [00:34:16] that she could be an alternate on, [00:34:20] as I think that some of them are out of city. [00:34:23] Thank you. [00:34:24] Thank you, Councilman Davis. [00:34:27] Deputy Mayor. [00:34:28] I know, sir, I'm good. [00:34:29] Councilman Murphy. [00:34:30] Nothing further, thank you. [00:34:32] In that case, all those in favor, [00:34:33] please signify by saying aye. [00:34:35] Aye.
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Three Minute Report: Library
The library director gave a three-minute report covering the Career Online High School program (15 slots available for adults 19+ seeking a diploma), Banned Book Week (Sept 25–Oct 1), an upcoming concert by Holy Miss Molly on October 20 at Sims Park, the annual Haunted House on October 29, and two new monthly series (a social interest film series and Big Ideas).
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[00:34:36] Opposed, the like sign. [00:34:38] Motion passes. [00:34:39] The next item is the three-minute report [00:34:41] from the library. [00:34:44] Good evening. [00:34:47] I think I told you before about the Career Online High School [00:34:51] that we are involved in on the state level. [00:34:54] They've given us 15 slots to fill, [00:34:58] and this program is for those adults age 19 and older [00:35:01] who have not completed high school [00:35:04] and wish to obtain a high school diploma instead of a GED. [00:35:08] And if there's anybody that would like to apply, [00:35:10] if they go to our website, nprlibrary.org, [00:35:15] on the left sidebar is one that's [00:35:17] called Career Online High School, [00:35:19] and there's a self-assessment to start the process. [00:35:22] Our librarians have been undergoing training [00:35:25] the past month as well. [00:35:27] Band Book Week will be September 25 to October 1, [00:35:32] and we've been having monthly concerts leading up to that. [00:35:36] And there'll be one more concert on October 20 [00:35:39] with the band Holy Miss Molly at 730 down at Sims Park. [00:35:46] Our annual Haunted House will be on Saturday, October 29, [00:35:50] from 6 to 8.30 PM, and that's presented [00:35:53] by our teen advisory group. [00:35:55] And we have two new series starting at the library. [00:35:59] One's a social interest film series, [00:36:02] and the other is Big Ideas, and they'll [00:36:05] meet once a month on Tuesdays. [00:36:08] And the next meeting is October 18. [00:36:13] Thank you, and I put your concert on my calendar. [00:36:16] Do you still have Halloween for the under fives? [00:36:21] I know I'm banned from it, but. [00:36:25] I'm sure they're going to do something for them. [00:36:27] We usually have a walk around through the city hall. [00:36:31] The Haunted House is for the older kids. [00:36:33] No, I came to it once. [00:36:34] They won't let me come back. [00:36:35] Would you scare them? [00:36:37] I'm not even going to ask. [00:36:42] The chief got involved in me not allowing me to come back.
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Three Minute Report: Technology Solutions
Technology Solutions provided a status update on ongoing projects including Microsoft Office updates citywide, software deployment at the Recreation and Aquatic Center, a records management system for the Fire Department, a new VoIP system for the Police Department, and the redesign of the city website and application.
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[00:36:50] On that note, we have a three minute report [00:36:53] from Technology Solutions. [00:36:56] Good evening, mayor and council. [00:36:58] Technology Solutions continues to move forward [00:37:00] on a number of projects. [00:37:01] We're currently wrapping up our updates [00:37:03] to our Microsoft Office platforms [00:37:05] throughout the entire city. [00:37:07] We're moving forward with our software deployment [00:37:09] in our Recreation and Aquatic Center. [00:37:12] Server's up and running. [00:37:14] We've submitted a workflow status to the software company, [00:37:18] and the Recreation Department will [00:37:19] be over for their first training this Friday. [00:37:23] And then following that, there'll [00:37:24] be a series of trainings and data entry from the center. [00:37:28] Also moving forward with a records management system [00:37:31] deployment for our Fire Department. [00:37:33] That server should be online this Friday. [00:37:36] In the Police Department, we're moving to a new voice [00:37:38] over IP system. [00:37:39] So we're preparing for that. [00:37:40] We have cable runs that are being pulled this week [00:37:43] in preparation for that system. [00:37:45] And I've been working closely with the two vendors selected [00:37:48] to do the redesign of the city website, [00:37:51] as well as the new city application. [00:37:53] For the most part, at this point, [00:37:54] it's been functionality items. [00:37:56] But we're getting into the design phase. [00:37:59] So I was happy to hear that we were not particularly [00:38:02] set on the font that's currently existing [00:38:04] on the website for the city of New Port Richey. [00:38:08] And with that, I'm good. [00:38:10] Any questions? [00:38:11] No, sir. [00:38:12] Councilman Davis, for your benefit, [00:38:15] the font that's on the website took a fair amount of abuse [00:38:19] at last night's workshop. [00:38:21] And we have snowflakes, as did the snowflakes. [00:38:25] I think we've got something better [00:38:29] that I'm confident you will love when you see it. [00:38:35] And with that, I'll let you lead off tonight.
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