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09-13-2021 - Regular104 N. Riverside Drive Edgewater, FL 32132City of Edgewater Meeting Minutes City Council Mike Thomas, Mayor Christine Power, District 1 Gigi Bennington, District 2 Megan O'Keefe, District 3 Jonah Powers, District 4 6:00 PM Council ChambersMonday, September 13, 2021 1. CALL TO ORDER and ROLL CALL, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, INVOCATION Mayor Thomas called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Mike Thomas, Councilwoman Christine Power, Councilwoman Gigi Bennington, Councilwoman Megan O'Keefe, and Councilman Jonah Powers Present:5 - City Manager Glenn Irby, City Attorney Aaron Wolfe, City Clerk Bonnie Zlotnik, and Monique Toupin Also Present:4 - 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None at this time. 3. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/PLAQUES/CERTIFICATES/DONATIONS None at this time. 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS Tracey Barlow, 2004 Queen Palm Drive, invited Council and Residents to a Smart Growth Summit put on by the Board of Realtors on October 18th. Mr. Barlow went over the details of the summit; he discussed affordable housing, environmental impact, and how to create vibrant livability. He stated that Glenn Storch and Ernie Cox would be there to talk about how to create a vibrant and livable community. The goal of the Summit is to bring Southeast Volusia together to work collaboratively. Mayor Thomas asked Mr. Barlow for the specifics of the event; Mr. Barlow reiterated that it was to be held on the 18th of October; asking any who were interested in going to contact the board office. Bonnie Myszka and Dave White, Carters Mobile Home Park, spoke about an issue Mr. White was having with a storm water drain creating a sinkhole in the front of the property he has been attempting to sell. Ms. Myszka stated that they have tried to reach out to multiple avenues in an attempt to get answers. Mayor Thomas asked who she had spoken to within the City; Ms. Myszka said she had talked to Environmental Services who had come out and declared the pipe to be on private property, making it the responsibility of the park owners. Mayor Thomas and Councilwoman O'Keefe asked for suggestions from staff and Council; City Attorney Wolfe suggested contacting Code Enforcement. Page 1City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes David Kneiszler, 2319 Unity Tree Drive, discussed a problem he has had with a ditch behind his property. City Manager Irby stated that staff would be in contact. Mayor Thomas asked if Brenda Dewees, Environmental Services Director, was familiar with the issue; she confirmed that she was. 5. APPROVAL OR CHANGES/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA Mayor Thomas requested that item 7(f) under the Consent Agenda be pulled. 6. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilwoman Bennington had nothing at this time. Councilwoman O'Keefe had nothing at this time. Councilman Powers stated that he had briefly attended and enjoyed the Edgewater Police Departments Summer BBQ; he attended a board meeting for the YMCA the previous week, commending them for being a refuge, doing good work for the Community and expressing his pride at being partnered with them. Councilwoman O'Keefe expressed remorse over missing the BBQ but was unsure about multiple members of Council being able to attend. Councilwoman Bennington spoke about her surprise about the number of people at the BBQ, thanking the Police Department for putting it together. Councilwoman O'Keefe asked City Attorney Wolfe to clarify the rules over Council attendance at events; Mr. Wolfe clarified that it was necessary to give public notice for meetings, not necessarily for functions. Councilwoman Power stated that the TPO was still looking for a new director, but they have hired a company (SGR) to assist. Councilwoman Power informed Council that the traffic light at the 442 and 95 had to flash for a week but will be fully functioning on Wednesday, September 8th. Councilman Powers inquired on how the light operated; Councilwoman Power clarified that it was a continual green light until cross traffic came through. Mayor Thomas commended Sergeant Geiger for her work on the Police Department BBQ, also mentioning his appreciation for the gentleman grilling. Mayor Thomas stated that it was his first time in Whistle Stop Park since its remodel and he was very impressed with it. Mayor Thomas then spoke of the professionalism and efficiency of the City employees that had recently come out to fix an issue with his culvert. 7. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of item 7f. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Page 2City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - a.FDOT High Visibility Education and Enforcement Grant b.Interlocal Agreement with Volusia County for Provision of Municipal Services c.Emergency Debris Monitoring Services - Addendum No. 2 d.Recommendation to award and authorize the City Manager to execute contract to Chemtrade Chemicals US LLC. per terms and Conditions set forth in ITB 21-ES-15. e.Recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract for the Design of SUN Trail Segment from Roberts Road to Dale Street Project (RFQ 21-ES-11) per Section IX of the Cities Purchasing Policy. f.Recommendation to approve the award of contracts for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation components #1, #2 and #3 to Insituform Technologies, Atlantic Pipe Services and Shenandoah General Construction, LLC, respectively, and authorization for the City Manager to execute said contracts. Mr. Irby provided a staff report and recommendation. Walt Kush, of American Inline Inspection, 415 Timaquan Trail; gave an overview of the operations of his company, the materials they use, and why they are the best choice for the bid. Mayor Thomas asked for the details over the materials used as well as a simplified explanation over the process. Mr. Kush stated that his company uses 100% epoxy and gave the requested process breakdown. Mayor Thomas inquired if there was an issue with the PVC pipe; Mr. Kush responded that he didn't believe so. Mayor Thomas inquired if they could do everything except the excavation and Mr. Kush stated that they could. Mr. Kush continued to explain his company's practices and materials to Council, suggesting that Council watch provided videos of Riverside Drive. Councilman Powers asked if staff had a recommendation on the type of liner to be used, Mr. Irby stated that it was in the bid. Councilwoman O'Keefe asked about the cost difference and Councilwoman Power asked the specifications of the bid pertaining to the type of materials and if they came out as the lowest bid because the cost of the subcontracted excavation hadn't been included. Mr. Kush stated that the type of material was specified in the bid as epoxy or an equivalent. He further clarified that he does not believe they came out as the lowest bid due to the exclusion of the contracted excavation. Page 3City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes Mr. Irby informed Council that it was an all inclusive bid to include the lining as well as the restoration. Councilwoman Bennington asked about what would happen if they awarded the lowest bid to American Inline Inspection. At Mr. Irby's direction, City Attorney Wolfe advised that American Inline Inspections bid was unresponsive so it could result in the other bidders pursuing legal action against the city if they are not awarded the contract. Councilwoman Bennington expressed her opinion that while she would rather go with an Edgewater business, she didn't think American Inline Inspection did a thorough investigation and that was their error. Councilwoman O'Keefe asked if it was possible to reject all bids and send them out again; Mr. Wolfe said they couldn't do that without a good reason. Brenda Dewees, Environmental Services Director, gave a brief overview of the three (3) components to the bid process: sewer lining, manhole lining and the lateral lining. She stated that the other companies that bid on the sewer lining portion did include a bid price for the point repairs that are currently in question. Councilwoman Power pointed out this was a small portion of an overall bigger project, Mr. Kush said he understood but was concerned with quality product going into the ground. Councilman Powers and Councilwoman O'Keefe both expressed concern over the product being used and asked if there was a secondary source on the City's side to back up that claim of material; Ms. Dewees reported that there was an alternate bid for that section and that they could enforce the use of epoxy if necessary. Further discussion ensued over the types of materials and the process. Councilwoman Bennington reiterated that the real problem was the fact that the bid was unresponsive, with Councilwoman O'Keefe asking who the bidders could contact with issues moving forward. Mr. Irby said they could always reach out to him with any questions. Council expressed their thanks to Mr. Kush for attending the meeting. A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennington, second by Councilwoman Power, to deny the request to protest. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to the award of contracts for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation to Insituform Technologies for component #1, gravity sewer lining in the amount of $80,000, component #2, manhole lining to Atlantic Pipe Services. LLC in the amount of $73,000 and component #3, service lateral lining to Shenandoah General Construction, LLC, in the amount of $127,000 and to authorize the City Manager to sign the necessary contracts. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Page 4City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - g.Fully Insured lines of coverage Insurance Premiums for Calendar Year January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022 h.Public Works Facility Design i.Lines of Coverage Insurance for FY 2022 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS a.Tentative Edgewater Operating Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Attorney Wolfe read the Resolution into the record. Bridgette Vaissiere, Finance Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to approve Resolution No. 2021-R-22 for the Tentative Edgewater Operating Millage Rate of $6.70 for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - b.Tentative Edgewater I & S 2005 Voted Debt Service Millage Rate for the Animal Shelter for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Attorney Wolfe read the Resolution into the record. Bridgette Vaissiere provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened the public hearing. Councilwoman Bennington inquired about the remaining amount due; Ms. Vaissiere answered that the payoff date was 2026 and that she could get the amounts for Council. Glenn Storch, 420 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, stated that he had no issue with the recommended Millage Rate but it had occurred to him that there will be an impact to the animal shelter as the number of residents in the City increase so Council might want to look at providing for a rational nexus for appropriate impact fees to help support the animal shelter. Mr. Irby replied that it was already being looked into, Mr. Storch stated he appreciated that to help provide continuous maintenance. Mr. Irby did clarify that impact fee's could not be used for maintenance. Mr. Storch agreed and clarified that he meant capital improvements that were necessary to keep up. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to Page 5City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes approve Resolution No. 2021-R-23 the Tentative Edgewater I & S 2005 Voted Debt Service Millage Rate of $0.0301 for the Animal Shelter for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - c.Tentative Edgewater I & S 2016 Voted Debt Service Millage Rate for the GO for Parks for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Attorney Wolfe read the Resolution into the Record. Bridgette Vaissiere, Finance Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to approve Resolution No. 2021-R-24 the Tentative Edgewater I & S 2016 Voted Debt Service Millage Rate of $0.1983 for the GO for Parks for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - d.Tentative Budget providing for appropriations for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Attorney Wolfe read the Resolution into the record. Bridgette Vaissiere, Finance Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened the public hearing. Councilwoman Power asked Ms. Vaissiere to repeat the operating and capital budget funds. Mayor Thomas closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilman Powers, to approve Resolution No. 2021-R-25. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - e.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-11 - Elliot Meadows, requesting annexation of two parcels totaling .65± acres of land located on North Cory Drive. City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Mayor Thomas opened the public hearing. Councilwoman Bennington asked if there was any way to annex all the properties at one time instead Page 6City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes of individually. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, answered that unfortunately they couldn't because not everyone wants to annex. City Attorney Wolfe expounded that voluntary annexations are what have always been done, with Councilman Powers expressing his appreciation for the ones that were choosing annexation. Mayor Thomas closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-11. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - f.2nd Reading - Ordinance No.2021-O-12 - Elliot Meadows, requesting an amendment to the Future Land Use Map to include two parcels totaling .65± acres of land located on North Cory Drive as Low Density Residential. City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennington, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-12. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - g.2nd Reading- Ordinance No. 2021-O-13 - Elliot Meadows, requesting an amendment to the Official Zoning Map to include two parcels totaling .65± acres of land located on North Cory Drive as R-3 (Single Family Residential). City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilman Powers, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-13. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - h.2nd Reading- Ordinance No. 2021-O-37 - Charles Lynch Jr. requesting annexation of .63± acres of land located at 142 Arbor Lane City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilman Powers, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-37. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Page 7City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - i.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-38 - Charles Lynch Jr., requesting an amendment to the Future Land Use Map to include .63± acres of land located at 142 Arbor Lane as Low Density Residential. City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilman Powers, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-38. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - j.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-39 - Charles Lynch Jr., requesting an amendment to the Official Zoning Map to include .63± acres of land located at 142 Arbor Lane as R-2 (Single Family Residential). City Attorney Wolfe read the resolution into the record. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-39. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - k.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-17 - Ernest V. and Gail LaCour, requesting annexation of three parcels totaling .95± acres of land located at 146, 148 and 153 South Cory Drive City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Darren Lear, Development Service Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilwoman Power, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-17. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - l.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-18 - Ernest V. and Gail LaCour, requesting an amendment to the Future Land Use Map of three parcels totaling .95± acres of land located at 146, 148 and 153 South Cory Drive as Low Density Residential. Page 8City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened the public hearing. Councilwoman Power inquired about the abnormal address numbers of the properties; Mr. Lear clarified that the County chose the numbers and then chose not to change them. Mayor Thomas closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-18. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - m.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-19 - Ernest V. and Gail LaCour, requesting an amendment to the Official Zoning Map for three parcels totaling .95± acres of land located at 146, 148 and 153 South Cory Drive as R-3 (Single Family Residential). City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-19. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - n.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-20 - Ernest V. and Gail LaCour, requesting annexation of .25± acres of land located at 144 Flamingo Road City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened the public hearing. Buddy LeCour, 148 S. Cory Drive, stated he was glad to be a part of Edgewater. Mayor Thomas closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilman Powers, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-20. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Page 9City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - o.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-21 - Ernest V. and Gail LaCour, requesting an amendment to the Future Land Use Map for .25± acres of land located at 144 Flamingo Road as Medium Density Residential. City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened the public hearing. Councilwoman Power pointed out a typo in the legislation text. Councilwoman Bennington asked about the difference between low density and medium density; Mr. Lear explained that the density is the number of units allowed, low density is a maximum of four (4) units per net acre while medium density is a maximum of eight (8) units per net acre. A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennington, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-21. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - p.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-22 - Ernest V. and Gail LaCour, requesting an amendment to the Official Zoning Map for .25± acres of land located at 144 Flamingo Road R-3 (Single Family Residential). City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-22. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - q.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-40 - Dissolving the Deering Park Community Development District City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, provided a staff report and recommendation. Jonathan Johnson of Hopping Green and Sams, 119 S. Monroe Street, Tallahassee, gave an overview Page 10City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes of how the Deering Park Community Development District merged with a new district. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilman Powers, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-40. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - r.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-45 - Amending and restating Chapter 19 (Utilities and Services), Article I (In General) and Article V (Solid Waste Disposal), of the Code of Ordinances to include changes reflecting the use of carts and other updates. City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Mr. Irby provided a staff report and recommendation. Councilwoman O'Keefe asked Fire Chief Lariscy how he felt about the changes, Mr. Lariscy's reply was inaudible. Councilwoman Power inquired if, in terms of tenant billing, there was anything in Florida Statue that would preclude the City; City Attorney Wolfe responded that he did not believe so but would check into it for the second reading. Councilwoman Power brought up the garbage cart fee initially charged to new residents, Mr. Irby informed Council that it would be waved. Mayor Thomas asked about brush clippings; Mr. Irby instructed residents to containerize their brush for a quicker pick up time. Mayor Thomas asked if residents could use their own cart or if they had to buy an extra, Mr. Irby answered that they could buy a new one or use their own. A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennington, second by Councilwoman Power, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-45. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - s.2nd Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-O-36: Amending Section 4.07 of the Firefighters Pension Plan. City Attorney Wolfe read the Ordinance into the record. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to approve Ordinance No. 2021-O-36. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - 9. BOARD APPOINTMENTS Page 11City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes a.Volusia Growth Management Commission - Mayor Thomas’ appointment to fill the expired term of Teresa Pope, who is seeking reappointment. A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennington, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to reappoint Theresa Pope. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - b.General Employee Pension Board: Mayor Thomas’ appointment due to the expired term of Tim Sopko, who is seeking reappointment. A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennington, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to reappoint Tim Sopko. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - c.General Employee Pension Board: Councilwoman Power ’s appointment due to the expired term of Bridgette Vaissiere who is seeking reappointment. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to reappoint Bridgette Vaissiere. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - d.Police Pension Board: Councilwoman Bennington ’s appointment due to the expired term of Myles Lawler who is seeking reappointment. A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennington, second by Councilwoman Power, to reappoint Myles Lawler. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - e.Police Pension Board: Councilwoman O’Keefe’s appointment to fill the remainder of a vacant seat. A motion was made by Councilwoman O'Keefe, second by Councilwoman Power, to appoint David Williams. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - 10. OTHER BUSINESS a.FP-2101 - Old Mission Key, LLC, requesting final plat approval for Oak Leaf Preserve, Phase 2. Darren Lear, Development Services Director, provided a staff report. Page 12City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes Councilwoman Bennington asked if phase 1 was complete yet, Mr. Lear responded that it was and they were moving on to phase 2. Mayor Thomas opened and closed the public hearing A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to approve the Final Plat for Oak Leaf Preserve. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 4 - No:Mayor Thomas1 - b.The Interlocal Agreement between City of Edgewater and the County of Volusia for provision of animal control services. Mr. Irby provided a staff report and recommendation. Councilwoman O'Keefe asked Fire Chief Jeff Lariscy how often he thought the service would be utilized; Mr. Lariscy replied that it would not be used often and that another Animal Control Officer was unnecessary. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman O'Keefe, to approve the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Edgewater and the County of Volusia to provide animal control services to its residents. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 4 - No:Mayor Thomas1 - c.Interlocal Agreement with New Smyrna Beach Housing Authority Development Corporation for Affordable Housing in Edgewater Mr. Irby provided a staff report and recommendation. Mayor Thomas asked if the representative from the Housing Authority would like to come up and speak on the agreement; the response was inaudible but Councilwoman O'Keefe thanked him for his patience. A motion was made by Councilwoman Power, second by Councilwoman Bennington, to approve the agreement and to authorize the Mayor, City Manager, CRA Coordinator, and City Attorney to execute the agreement. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes:Mayor Thomas, Councilwoman Power, Councilwoman Bennington, Councilwoman O'Keefe and Councilman Powers 5 - 11. OFFICER REPORTS Page 13City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes a.City Clerk Nothing at this time. b.City Attorney City Attorney Wolfe provided a litigation update on the Wallace Hopper vs. The City of Edgewater case, informing Council that the case had been dismissed with prejudice. When prompted by Mayor Thomas for the details, Mr. Wolfe explained that it was a skateboarding incident in the park that resulted in a broken bone. Mr. Wolfe informed Council that the City had won the Fire Association litigation. Mr. Wolfe announced that recently a new case was filed against the City pertaining to a Code Enforcement case involving two Code Enforcement officers as well as the former City Manager. c.City Manager City Manager Irby informed Council that the ship sails currently located on the south side of 442 had to be relocated to accommodate work being done by FDOT with the recommended location being Menard-May park. Samantha Bergeron, Parks & Recreation Director, provided specific details of where they would go in the park. Mr. Irby spoke about the upcoming Christmas parade; he asked Council whether they wanted to have the static parade in Whistle Stop park or resume the real parade on 442. He stated staff recommends the real parade but wanted Councils blessing. Council agreed on the real parade and a brief discussion ensued on social distancing. 12. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mayor Thomas asked Human Resources Director, Julie Christine, about the current job openings and was informed that there were 27 open positions. Mayor Thomas requested staff provide some sort of report pertaining to new and incoming businesses along US 1 so that he could be better informed when prompted by citizens. Mayor Thomas spoke about wanting to resume having fireworks at the river; Councilman Powers and Councilwoman Power pointed out that while everyone wanted them at the river, it was a logistics issue with obtaining a barge. Council agreed that if it were possible in the future, they too would like to see the fireworks at the river. Mayor Thomas asked Brenda Dewees, Environmental Services Director, the cost of the vacuum truck utilized by the City. Ms. Dewees answered that if the truck was bought new today, it would be about $300,000. Mayor Thomas inquired about what happened to the water after it was extracted, Ms. Dewees informed him that it was considered potable water so it was dumped into the storm water system and decanted to remove dirt that was then dumped at the landfill. Page 14City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022 September 13, 2021City Council Meeting Minutes Mayor Thomas expressed his desire to see the City employees and CDL drivers get a raise. Councilman Powers asked for an update on the rate study; Mr. Irby answered that the ball was currently in the consultants court and that they were waiting for a report. 14. ADJOURN With no further business to discuss, Mayor Thomas adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. Page 15City of Edgewater Printed on 2/15/2022