Satellite Beach: 09-16-15 City Council Meeting
Summary. The Satellite Beach City Council held its regular meeting on September 16, 2015, at approximately 7:00 PM. The meeting began with presentations recognizing Kara Couture as Police Athletic League Woman of the Year 2015 and a proclamation declaring October 2015 as Manufacturing Month in Brevard. The council conducted the second reading and adoption of the FY 2015-2016 budget with a reduced millage rate from 8.3206 to 8.29 mills, and total revenue/expenditures of $16,778,378. Staff was commended for implementing a partially self-insured healthcare plan expected to provide cost savings. Key agenda items included the first reading of an ordinance adding job classifications for deputy recreation director and comptroller positions, and approval to make the Ad Hoc Green Committee a permanent Sustainability Board. The council also approved the purchase of an electric vehicle charging station for Pelican Beach Park at a cost of $4,091 from SemaConnect, with plans to charge users approximately 15 cents per kilowatt hour to cover electricity costs. The meeting concluded with adoption of previous meeting minutes and thanks to staff for their budget work.
Agenda Items
1-3. Call to Order, Moment of Silence, and Pledge
Meeting called to order at approximately 7:00 PM with moment of silence and pledge of allegiance led by Councilman Osmer
Presentations. Recognition Presentations
Two presentations were made - recognizing Kara Couture as PAL Woman of the Year 2015 and Manufacturing Month proclamation
- Kara Couture recognized for outstanding volunteer service with PAL
- Julie from EDC presented Manufacturing Month proclamation for October 2015
- Discussion of manufacturing opportunities and job training programs in Brevard County
4. Citizens Comments
Public comment period for non-agenda items
- Gabe praised the Beachcaster publication quality
- Thanked city staff and council for volunteer service
- Mentioned Melody Drake from fire department
5. City Council Comments
Council members provided comments and updates
- Praised Beachcaster publication
- Thanked Gabe for his community service
- Discussed successful Space Coast League of Cities meeting
6. City Manager's Report
City Manager provided updates on upcoming events and programs
- September 19 coastal cleanup at Pelican Beach Park
- September 26 Super Bunco fundraiser for PAL
- October 3 Long Dogger's kids marathon
- Space Coast TPO pathways project
- Request for Florida League of Cities legislative conference authorization
7. FY 2015-2016 Budget Adoption
Second reading and adoption of annual budget and millage rate
- No changes from first reading
- Millage rate reduced from 8.3206 to 8.29
- Total budget $16,778,378
- Praised staff for healthcare cost management
8. Personnel Policy Amendment - Job Classifications
First reading of ordinance adding deputy recreation director and comptroller job classifications
- Adding deputy recreation director for Cassie to train under Carrie Storm
- Comptroller position already exists (Jennifer)
- Temporary positions for succession planning
9. Ad Hoc Green Committee Sustainability Action Plan
Approval to make Green Committee permanent as Sustainability Board
- Committee has been very active with full participation
- Proposed long-term sustainability assessment with FIT interns
- Short-term initiatives include landscaping, community garden, green events
- Committee featured on News 13
10. Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Approval to purchase EV charging station for Pelican Beach Park
- SemaConnect unit selected for $4,091 with 5-year warranty
- Level 2 charger compatible with most EVs
- Proposed 15 cents per kilowatt hour charging fee
- Discussion of enforcement for non-EV parking
11. October 7 Meeting Agenda
Review of proposed agenda items for next meeting
12. Adoption of Minutes
Adoption of September 2 workshop and regular meeting minutes
Motions & Votes
Motion to authorize the city manager to make whatever arrangements for any councilman or councilwoman who wish to attend the Florida League of Cities legislative conference
Moved by Vice Mayor Montanaro, seconded by Councilman Breimer
Passed by consensus
Motion to approve ordinance number 11-09 on second reading (millage rate ordinance)
Moved by Councilman Breimer, seconded by Vice Mayor Montanaro
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve ordinance number 11-10 on second reading (budget adoption)
Moved by Councilman Breimer, seconded by Councilman Osmer
Passed 5-0
Motion to adopt ordinance 11-11 on first reading (job classification amendments)
Moved by Councilman Gaut, seconded by Councilman Breimer
Passed 5-0
Motion to accept the Green Committee's sustainability action plan and make the Green Committee a permanent board to be named the sustainability board
Moved by Councilman Gaut, seconded by Councilman Breimer
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve the purchase of a charging station from SemaConnect for installation at Pelican Beach Park
Moved by Councilman Gaut, seconded by Vice Mayor Montanaro
Passed 5-0
Motion to adopt the city council workshop meeting minutes from September 2 as submitted and city council regular meeting of September 2 as submitted
Moved by Vice Mayor Montanaro, seconded by Councilman Osmer
Passed 5-0
Action Items
Sign up council members for Florida League of Cities legislative conference November 19-20
Assigned to Courtney (City Manager)
Prepare ordinance establishing makeup and structure of permanent Sustainability Board
Assigned to Staff · Due Next meeting (October 7)
Appoint environmental liaison to Sustainability Board
Assigned to Council · Due Next meeting (October 7)
Finalize charging fee structure and enforcement plan for EV charging station
Assigned to Courtney (City Manager) and Chief
Install electrical infrastructure for EV charging station at Pelican Beach Park
Assigned to Staff/Alan
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Satellite Beach City Council held its regular meeting on September 16, 2015, at approximately 7:00 PM. The meeting began with presentations recognizing Kara Couture as Police Athletic League Woman of the Year 2015 and a proclamation declaring October 2015 as Manufacturing Month in Brevard. The council conducted the second reading and adoption of the FY 2015-2016 budget with a reduced millage rate from 8.3206 to 8.29 mills, and total revenue/expenditures of $16,778,378. Staff was commended for implementing a partially self-insured healthcare plan expected to provide cost savings. Key agenda items included the first reading of an ordinance adding job classifications for deputy recreation director and comptroller positions, and approval to make the Ad Hoc Green Committee a permanent Sustainability Board. The council also approved the purchase of an electric vehicle charging station for Pelican Beach Park at a cost of $4,091 from SemaConnect, with plans to charge users approximately 15 cents per kilowatt hour to cover electricity costs. The meeting concluded with adoption of previous meeting minutes and thanks to staff for their budget work.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 11 agenda items: Call to Order, Moment of Silence, and Pledge; Recognition Presentations; Citizens Comments; City Council Comments; City Manager's Report; FY 2015-2016 Budget Adoption; Personnel Policy Amendment - Job Classifications; Ad Hoc Green Committee Sustainability Action Plan; Electric Vehicle Charging Station; October 7 Meeting Agenda; Adoption of Minutes.
How many motions were voted on?
7 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?
5 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
14 members were recorded as present: Mayor Titino, Vice Mayor Montanaro, Councilman Osmer, Councilman Gaut, Councilman Breimer, Courtney (City Manager), Jim (City Attorney), Lenore (City Clerk), Alan, John Fergus, Jeff Chastine, David Vigalotti, Julie (EDC), Chief.
Where can I watch the full recording?
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What county is Satellite Beach in?
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