Rockledge: City Council 3 15 2017
Summary. The Rockledge City Council held its regular meeting on March 15, 2017, with all members present. The meeting featured several presentations including recognition of local Boy Scouts, the 2016 Yard of the Year award to Bob and Jane Clay, and a proclamation honoring the Florida Association of City Clerks' 45th anniversary. District 2 County Commissioner Jim Barfield provided an extensive update on county matters including Indian River Lagoon restoration projects, emergency operations center funding, road improvements, and upcoming workshops on community redevelopment agencies. The primary agenda item was a budget amendment ordinance for fiscal year 2017, which generated significant public opposition. The amendment included provisions for health care coverage for council members, with an opt-out provision of $623.28 per month. Five citizens spoke during the public hearing, all expressing strong opposition to the health insurance benefit, characterizing it as an inappropriate 278% increase in compensation for part-time elected officials. The speakers questioned the stewardship of public funds and compared Rockledge's proposed compensation to larger cities in Brevard County.
Agenda Items
1. Approval of Minutes - February 15, 2017
Council approved the minutes from the previous regular meeting
- Routine approval of meeting minutes
2. Scout Recognition Presentation
Deputy Mayor O'Neil recognized Boy Scouts from three different units attending the meeting
- Recognition of Ben White (PAC701), Cody Macek (Troop 321), Benjamin Echols, Jacob Page, and Ian Ramesh (Troop 224)
- Scouts working on various merit badges and ranks
3. 2016 Yard of the Year Award
Recognition of Bob and Jane Clay for winning the first annual yard of the year award
- Property located at 54 Burlington Avenue
- Chosen from four quarterly winners of 2016
- Presented by Environmental Enhancement Board Chairman Pam Shoemaker
4. Florida Association of City Clerks Proclamation
Mayor Price presented proclamation recognizing FACC's 45th anniversary
- FACC established in 1972
- Has over 575 members in seven districts
- Provides certification programs for municipal clerks
- Recognition of Lisa Nicholas and Sherry Kasasus
5. County Commissioner Report
District 2 Commissioner Jim Barfield provided comprehensive county update
- Indian River Lagoon restoration projects and funding
- Emergency Operations Center needs and funding requests
- Road improvements including Silver Pines drainage issues
- April 13 CRA workshop concerns
- State legislation threatening home rule authority
6. Financial Budget Report - February 2017
Monthly financial report accepted by council
- Routine monthly financial reporting
7. Ordinance 17-08-2017 - Budget Amendment
Second reading of fiscal year 2017 administrative budget amendment
- Amendment includes pension plan pre-funding
- Health care coverage for council members
- Opt-out provision of $623.28 per month
- Strong public opposition from five speakers
- Questions about stewardship of public funds
Motions & Votes
Move to approve the minutes of the regular meeting on the 02/15/2017
Moved by O'Neil, seconded by Not identified
Passed unanimously
Move to be in receipt of the financial budget report for the month of February 2017
Moved by Dasky, seconded by Not identified
Passed unanimously
Offer ordinance number 17-08-2017, amending the fiscal year 2017 administrative budget for second reading by title only, and to open it for public hearing
Moved by O'Neil, seconded by Not identified
Passed unanimously
Action Items
Scouts to meet with Deputy Mayor O'Neil after meeting to complete merit badge requirements
Assigned to Deputy Mayor O'Neil and attending scouts · Due After the meeting
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Rockledge City Council held its regular meeting on March 15, 2017, with all members present. The meeting featured several presentations including recognition of local Boy Scouts, the 2016 Yard of the Year award to Bob and Jane Clay, and a proclamation honoring the Florida Association of City Clerks' 45th anniversary. District 2 County Commissioner Jim Barfield provided an extensive update on county matters including Indian River Lagoon restoration projects, emergency operations center funding, road improvements, and upcoming workshops on community redevelopment agencies. The primary agenda item was a budget amendment ordinance for fiscal year 2017, which generated significant public opposition. The amendment included provisions for health care coverage for council members, with an opt-out provision of $623.28 per month. Five citizens spoke during the public hearing, all expressing strong opposition to the health insurance benefit, characterizing it as an inappropriate 278% increase in compensation for part-time elected officials. The speakers questioned the stewardship of public funds and compared Rockledge's proposed compensation to larger cities in Brevard County.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 7 agenda items: Approval of Minutes - February 15, 2017; Scout Recognition Presentation; 2016 Yard of the Year Award; Florida Association of City Clerks Proclamation; County Commissioner Report; Financial Budget Report - February 2017; Ordinance 17-08-2017 - Budget Amendment.
How many motions were voted on?
3 motions were voted on during this meeting. See the Motions & Votes section above for each motion and its result.
What action items came out of this meeting?
1 action item were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
10 members were recorded as present: Mayor Price, Councilman Smith, Councilman Ferguson, Councilman Forrester, Councilman O'Neil, Councilman Dasky, Councilman Hartsell, City Attorney McNutt, City Manager Petro, City Clerk.
Where can I watch the full recording?
The full video recording is available on YouTube or embedded at the top of this page.
What county is Rockledge in?
Rockledge is located in Brevard County, Florida. Browse other Brevard County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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