Indian Harbour Beach public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a public hearing to amend conditions for an assisted living facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive, award a stormwater treatment swale project on Pine Tree Drive, and discuss implementation of the 2021 salary study. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and routine reports.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 730 to amend CLU 2018-02 and update conditions for Zon Living Concepts' assisted living facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive
• Award construction of stormwater treatment swale on Pine Tree Drive (BMAP Project #IHB-22) to Atlantic Development of Cocoa, Inc., not to exceed $30,000
• Discussion of 2021 salary study implementation, including pay increases for 65 employees and starting wage of $11.00 per hour
• Approval of minutes from November 16, November 29, and December 7 meetings

The council unanimously approved Resolution No. 730, amending conditional land use permits for an assisted living facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive, updating conditions for the 45-unit senior independent living facility. They also awarded a stormwater treatment swale construction contract on Pine Tree Drive to Atlantic Development of Cocoa, Inc. for up to $30,000, and approved implementing the 2021 salary study contingent on police union ratification. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution No. 730 amending CLU permits for Zon Living facility (5-0)
• Awarded stormwater swale construction on Pine Tree Drive to Atlantic Development of Cocoa, Inc. up to $30,000 (5-0)
• Approved 2021 salary study implementation, contingent on police CBA ratification (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 16, Nov 29, Dec 7 regular and workshop meetings (5-0 each)

City Council

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that users should review the meeting minutes instead.

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the 2021 salary study and its implementation. City Manager Ryan proposed a pay increase for 65 employees, including a starting wage of $11.00 per hour, which is $1.00 above the current requirement. The proposal did not include benefits costs. Council members discussed future increases possibly being 1% instead of 3% and conducting a salary survey every five years. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Discussed proposed pay increase for 65 employees (no vote)
• Discussed starting wage of $11.00 per hour (no vote)
• Discussed future salary increases possibly 1% instead of 3% (no vote)
• Discussed salary survey every five years (no vote)

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Indian Harbour Beach City Council. The sole substantive item is a discussion of the city manager recruitment and selection process, followed by public comment. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Discussion of city manager recruitment and selection process
• Public comment period

The City Council held a special meeting and voted 5-0 to use a FCCMA/ICMA Senior Advisor for the recruitment and selection process to hire a replacement City Manager. City Manager Mark Ryan will work with the advisor, and Council set aside Saturday, January 8, 2022, for one-on-one discussions with Senior Advisor Ken Parker. No public speakers appeared, and the meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved 5-0: Use a FCCMA/ICMA Senior Advisor for the City Manager recruitment and selection process.
• Set aside January 8, 2022, for one-on-one discussions with Senior Advisor Ken Parker.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m. by unanimous vote.

City Council

This City Council meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The City Council held a workshop to discuss options for recruiting a new City Manager, with four options presented by FCCMA/ICMA Senior Advisor Ken Parker. No final decision was made; instead, the Council reached a consensus to hold a Special Called Meeting on December 7, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. to select the recruitment process. The meeting was procedural, with no formal votes or approvals.

• Scheduled Special Called Meeting for December 7, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. to select City Manager recruitment process (consensus)
• Discussed four recruitment options: full-service firm ($15,000-$25,000), internal process, internal candidate, or Senior Advisor
• Noted timeline: advertising ~60 days, interviews by March 2022, 3-day interview process
• Council Member Nolan suggested appointing Police Chief David Butler to save money (no action taken)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold its annual organizational meeting, ratifying the certified 2021 municipal election results, swearing in newly elected Council Member David Panicola, and electing a mayor and deputy mayor for 2021-2022. The council will also discuss a citizen request to allow pergolas in front yard setbacks, consider a request from Brevard County on Mathers Bridge operations, and vote on purchases of two police vehicles. A proclamation will honor LTC Norman Hayes, and a pinning ceremony will recognize Police Sergeant Dominic Palmeri.

• Ratify 2021 election results and swear in Council Member David Panicola
• Discuss and act on Brevard County's request for input on Mathers Bridge operation
• Consider amending C-P zoning to allow licensed massage therapists as permitted use
• Approve purchase of 2022 Ford F-350 pickup (not to exceed $46,000) and 2022 Ford Police Interceptor SUV (not to exceed $56,000)
• Follow-up discussion on citizen request to amend City Code to allow pergola in front yard setback

The City Council ratified the November 2, 2021 election results, re-elected Scott Nickle as Mayor and David Panicola as Deputy Mayor, and made several appointments. It approved the sale of Police K-9 Dino to Sergeant Palmeri for $3,714.28, renamed the Council Chamber in honor of LTC Norman Hayes, and authorized ARPA funds for an electronic message board and fitness center at the new police headquarters. The council also supported Brevard County's operation of Mathers Bridge, amended zoning to allow licensed massage therapists, and approved vehicle purchases. City Manager Mark Ryan announced his resignation effective June 2022.

• Ratified November 2, 2021 election results (5-0)
• Elected Scott Nickle as Mayor for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Elected David Panicola as Deputy Mayor for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Ratified sale of Police K-9 Dino to Sgt. Palmeri for $3,714.28 (5-0)
• Renamed Council Chamber in honor of LTC Norman Hayes (5-0)
• Approved ARPA funds for $16,500 sign and $50,000 fitness center (5-0)
• Supported Brevard County's Mathers Bridge operation with letter (5-0)
• Amended C-P zoning to allow licensed massage therapists (5-0)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2021-12, a text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan creating a Private Property Rights Element as required by state law. They will also consider a resolution supporting state legislation for smoke-free zones in parks, discuss amending the code to allow pergolas in front yards, and vote on purchasing 21 Tasers for the police department at a cost not to exceed $56,400.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-12, creating a Private Property Rights Element in the Comprehensive Plan (HB 59)
• Resolution No. 729 supporting SB 224 and HB 1059 for smoke-free zones in public parks
• Direction on amending City Code to allow pergolas in required front yard setbacks
• Purchase of 21 Tasers from Axon Enterprises for $56,400 for the Police Department
• Discussion of supply chain issues affecting Police Headquarters construction and monument sign

The City Council approved several action items, including a revised allocation of $55,622.56 for a police interceptor SUV, a consensus to use a powder-coated aluminum fence for the Police Headquarters at an approximate $70,000 increase, and a monument sign with a possible message board at an approximate $28,000 increase. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 2021-12 creating a Private Property Rights Element in the Comprehensive Plan, approved Resolution No. 729 supporting smoke-free zones in parks, directed the City Attorney to start foreclosure proceedings on Telemar Marina, and approved the purchase of 21 Tasers for $56,400. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $55,622.56 for a 2020 Ford Utility Police Interceptor SUV with extended warranty (5-0)
• Consensus to use powder-coated aluminum fence for Police HQ, ~$70,000 increase
• Consensus to proceed with monument sign for Police HQ, ~$28,000 increase
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-12 creating Private Property Rights Element (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 729 supporting smoke-free zones in parks (5-0)
• Directed City Attorney to start foreclosure on Telemar Marina and file injunctions (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 21 Tasers from Axon Enterprises, not to exceed $56,400 (5-0)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional land use and site plan for a 5,416-square-foot contractor storage building at the northeast corner of Tomahawk Drive and SR 513. The Council will also consider authorizing consulting services for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and awarding a sole-source contract for a seawall along the Big Muddy Canal. The agenda includes a City Manager's report with action items on redistricting input and a police pension board appointment.

• Public hearing on CLU 2021-03 and SP 2021-03 for a 5,416 sq ft contractor storage building at Tomahawk Drive and SR 513 (Resolution No. 728)
• Authorization to engage Carr, Riggs & Ingram for ARPA funds consulting and a kickoff workshop
• Sole-source award to Shoreline Construction, Inc. for seawall construction at 1234, 1236, 1238 Yacht Club Blvd., not to exceed $120,000
• Discussion on Brevard County Commission redistricting input
• Appointment of Dr. Katie Brochu to the Police Pension Board of Trustees

The City Council approved a conditional land use (CLU 2021-03) and site plan (SP 2021-03) for a 5,416 square foot contractor storage building at the northeast corner of Tomahawk Drive and SR 513, along with Resolution No. 728, all by 5-0 votes. The council also authorized the city manager to negotiate with Carr, Riggs & Ingram for consulting services related to ARPA funds, and awarded a sole source purchase to Shoreline Construction for a seawall project not to exceed $120,000.

• Approved CLU 2021-03 for contractor storage building (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan SP 2021-03 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 728 granting conditional land use (5-0)
• Authorized negotiation with Carr, Riggs & Ingram for ARPA consulting (5-0)
• Awarded sole source seawall construction to Shoreline Construction, not to exceed $120,000 (5-0)
• Appointed Dr. Katie Brochu to Police Pension Board (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 27, 2021 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is conducting second and final public hearings regarding the amended FY 2021 operating budget, the proposed annual operating budget, and the tentative millage rate. The agenda also includes discussions on employee wage adjustments and a potential policy for board member compensation.

• Second and Final Public Hearing on Amended FY 2021 Annual Operating Budget (Ord. No. 2021-13)
• Second and Final Public Hearing on Tentative Operating Millage Rate for FY 2021-2022 (Ord. No. 2021-14)
• Second and Final Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2021-2022 Annual Operating Budget (Ord. No. 2021-15)
• Implementation of FY 2022 wage adjustments for non-represented employees
• Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City and Florida State FOP

The City Council adopted the amended FY 2020-21 budget, the FY 2021-22 millage rate of 5.6401, and the FY 2021-22 annual operating budget. It also approved a 3% wage increase for non-represented employees and ratified the police collective bargaining agreement. The council consolidated November meetings to November 16, approved a one-time sick leave conversion payment, and declined to pursue a golf cart path on SR 513.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting as presented (5-0).
• Consolidated November 2021 council meetings to November 16, 2021 (5-0).
• Approved one-time payment for conversion of excess sick leave to vacation hours (5-0).
• Decided not to request inclusion of golf cart/low speed vehicle path adjacent to SR 513 in FY 23-24 TIP (5-0).
• Ratified sale of 2014 Chevy Caprice for $5,350 (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-13 amending FY 2020-21 budget (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-14 setting millage rate at 5.6401 (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-15 establishing FY 2021-22 budget (5-0).

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional land use permit and site plan for a 45-unit independent living facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive, and on ordinances adopting a private property rights element, amending the current budget, setting the millage rate, and adopting the FY 2021-2022 budget. They will also discuss a policy for interviewing board and commission candidates.

• Public hearing on CLU 2021-02 and SP 2021-02 for 45-unit Independent Living Facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive (applicant Greg Kennedy of Zon Living Concepts)
• Ordinance 2021-12: Text amendment to Comprehensive Plan creating Private Property Rights Element (HB 59)
• Ordinance 2021-13: Amends FY 2021 budget with overall decrease of $183,403
• Ordinance 2021-14: Adopts millage rate for FY 2021-2022
• Ordinance 2021-15: Adopts FY 2021-2022 annual operating budget

The City Council approved a conditional land use permit and site plan for a 45-unit senior independent living facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive, adopting Resolution No. 724 with added conditions including a 130-bed maximum and easement requirements. Council also approved offering employees a pre-tax flexible spending account with a $2,750 annual cap, and removed a long-term Planning and Zoning Board member for missed meetings while elevating an alternate to fill the seat. First readings were approved for ordinances amending the current budget, setting the millage rate, and adopting the FY 2021-2022 budget.

• Approved minutes from the August 24, 2021 regular meeting as presented (5-0)
• Approved offering a pre-tax flexible spending account to employees with a $2,750 maximum annual contribution (5-0)
• Removed Planning and Zoning Board member Monte Zelazny due to missed meetings (5-0)
• Elevated alternate Planning & Zoning Board member Michelle Masline to sitting member (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Land Use 2021-02 and Resolution No. 724 for a 45-unit senior independent living facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive, with conditions (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2021-12 creating a Private Property Rights Element in the Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2021-13 amending the FY 2021 budget with an overall decrease of $183,403 (5-0)
• Approved first readings of Ordinance No. 2021-14 (millage rate) and Ordinance No. 2021-15 (FY 2021-2022 budget) (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a conditional land use permit and site plan for a 96-bed assisted living facility in the B-1 zoning district of Fortebello, and adopted the associated Resolution No. 723. The council also ratified the American Rescue Plan Act agreement, approved a counter offer for special magistrate cases, and adopted the stormwater utility assessment for FY 2021-2022.

• Approved CLU-2021-01 for assisted living facility (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan SP-2021-01 for 96-bed facility (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 723 granting conditional land use (5-0)
• Ratified American Rescue Plan Act agreement (5-0)
• Approved counter offer of 10% including admin fees for magistrate cases (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 725 for stormwater assessment (5-0)
• Approved aluminum fence at 2120 SR A1A (5-0)
• Appointed Michelle Masline as Planning and Zoning Board alternate (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional land use and site plan for an adult care facility in the B-1 zoning district. The council will also consider adopting resolutions for a residential rain barrel rebate program and an Adopt-A-Road program.

• Public hearing for 96-bed assisted living facility (CLU-2021-01) at Fortebello
• Resolution No. 726: Residential Rain Barrel Rebate Program
• Resolution No. 727: Adopt-A-Road Program for municipal streets
• Update on Indian Harbour Beach Police Department construction and new completion date of 11/22/21

The City Council approved two new programs: a residential rain barrel rebate (Resolution 726) and an Adopt-A-Road program for municipal streets (Resolution 727), both by 5-0 votes. The council also voted to send an informational letter to Jamestown Condominium residents about an exterior building inspection report, and postponed discussion of a proposed 96-bed assisted living facility until the next meeting on August 24, 2021. Minutes from the July 27 meeting were approved 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 726, rain barrel rebate program (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 727, Adopt-A-Road program (5-0)
• Approved sending informational letter to Jamestown Condominium residents (5-0)
• Postponed CLU-2021-01, Site Plan-2021-01, and Resolution 723 for assisted living facility until Aug 24 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 27, 2021 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will consider setting the proposed tentative operating millage rate at no lower than 5.6401 mils for the upcoming fiscal year, a rate that has been unchanged for four years and is 6.44% above the rolled-back rate. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from the city manager and attorney.

• Proposed tentative operating millage rate of 5.6401 mils, yielding $414,799 in additional property tax revenue
• Approval of minutes from July 13 regular meeting and July 20 budget workshop
• City Manager's report includes Algonquin Sports Complex master plan at $43,000 and travel policy amendment
• Police headquarters construction update with material shortages noted
• Road resurfacing on Banana River Drive and Pine Tree Drive underway

The City Council approved the Algonquin Sports Complex Master Plan, continuing the project over a two-year period at a cost of $43,000, with funds appropriated in both fiscal years. The council also approved amendments to the City Travel Reimbursements and Advances Policy to correct a scrivener error, and set the proposed tentative operating millage rate at 5.6401 mils. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved Algonquin Sports Complex Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved amendments to City Travel Reimbursements and Advances Policy (5-0)
• Set proposed tentative operating millage rate at 5.6401 mils (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Jamestown Condominium exterior building structure inspection report, which was received on June 30, 2021, after seven months of requests. The report's authors are invited to discuss their findings, and the council will consider sending a draft letter and the report to homeowners and the HOA board. This is a discussion and direction item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of Jamestown Condominium structural inspection report
• Report received June 30, 2021, after seven months of requests
• Draft letter and report to be sent to homeowners and HOA board
• Public forum included

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the Jamestown Condominium exterior building structure inspection report. After hearing from engineers, the HOA president, an attorney, and residents, the council voted 5-0 to send a letter to the Jamestown Board of Directors and homeowners requesting a timeline for repairs to buildings at 919 and 925 Palm Springs Blvd. No other business was conducted; the meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved sending a letter to the Jamestown HOA Board and homeowners requesting a repair timeline for buildings at 919 and 925 Palm Springs Blvd (motion carried 5-0).
• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:43 p.m. (motion carried 5-0).

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will meet in executive session following a budget workshop. The session is scheduled to address the collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police.

• Executive session regarding the Fraternal Order of Police collective bargaining agreement

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2021-2022 operating budget, which includes a new fire engine, a second baffle box, a master plan for Algonquin Sports Complex, boardwalk and pavilion replacements at beach parks, completion of the new Police Headquarters, and playground equipment replacements. No formal decisions were made; the tentative millage rate will be set at the July 27 regular meeting. The meeting adjourned 5-0.

• Reviewed proposed FY 2021-2022 operating budget (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:43 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one creating regulations for mobile food dispensing vehicles and another authorizing a stormwater utility fund rebate program for private property improvements to prevent rooftop runoff into the Indian River Lagoon. The council will also consider approving a contract for disaster recovery debris monitoring services with Tetra Tech, and acknowledge the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-10: mobile food dispensing vehicle regulations
• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-11: stormwater rebate program for rooftop improvements
• Approve contract for Disaster Recovery Debris Monitoring Services to Tetra Tech
• Acknowledge receipt of City Manager's Proposed FY 2021-2022 Annual Operating Budget
• Parks & Recreation Month Proclamation

The City Council approved two ordinances: one creating regulations for mobile food dispensing vehicles, and another authorizing stormwater utility funds for a rebate program to prevent rooftop stormwater from entering the Indian River Lagoon. The council also approved a contract with Tetra Tech for disaster recovery debris monitoring services, acknowledged the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, and amended personnel policies.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-10, creating Article III in Chapter 9 of the Code of Ordinances to regulate mobile food dispensing vehicles (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-11, amending Section 16.5-14(B) to allow stormwater utility funds for a rebate program for private property improvements to keep rooftop stormwater out of the Indian River Lagoon (5-0).
• Approved a contract with Tetra Tech for Disaster Recovery Debris Monitoring Services at hourly rates from the September 2020 proposal (5-0).
• Acknowledged receipt of the City Manager's Proposed FY 2021-2022 Annual Operating Budget (5-0).
• Approved amendments to the City Personnel Policies, adding subsection E to Section 4.8.1 and subsection B to Section 7.5 (5-0).
• Approved the minutes of the June 22, 2021 regular council meeting as presented.
• Presented a proclamation naming July 2021 as National Parks and Recreation Month.

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including allowing contractor use and storage in B-1 zoning, defining and permitting mobile food dispensing vehicles, and updating emergency management procedures. They will also consider first readings of ordinances for mobile food regulations and a stormwater rebate program, plus approve a road resurfacing contract.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-05: add contractor office/bays as conditional land use in B-1 zoning with parking requirements
• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-08: define 'mobile food dispensing vehicle' and allow as permitted use in B-1 district
• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-09: amend emergency management chapter to comply with SB 2006
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-10: create mobile food dispensing vehicle regulations in Chapter 9
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-11: authorize stormwater utility funds for rooftop runoff rebate program

The City Council approved three ordinances on second reading: one adding contractor office/bays as a conditional land use in B-1 zoning with parking requirements, one defining and permitting mobile food dispensing vehicles in B-1 districts, and one updating emergency management rules to comply with new state law (SB 2006). The council also gave first-reading approval to two ordinances creating mobile food truck regulations and authorizing stormwater utility funds for a rooftop runoff rebate program. Additionally, it renewed the CDBG interlocal agreement with Brevard County, appointed Mayor Nickle as voting delegate to the Florida League of Cities conference, and approved a $230,000 road resurfacing contract with Goodson Paving, Inc.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-05 adding contractor office/bays as conditional land use in B-1 zoning (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08 defining and permitting mobile food dispensing vehicles in B-1 district (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-09 updating emergency management chapter to comply with SB 2006 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-10 creating mobile food dispensing vehicle regulations (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-11 authorizing stormwater utility funds for rooftop runoff rebate program (5-0)
• Renewed interlocal agreement with Brevard County for CDBG program (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Nickle as voting delegate to Florida League of Cities conference (5-0)
• Approved $230,000 road milling and resurfacing contract with Goodson Paving, Inc. (5-0)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two assisted living facility proposals, first readings of ordinances on contractor use and mobile food vehicles, and a discussion on golf cart use and traffic study. The council will also consider resolutions on opioid settlement funds, cruise ship operations, and a disaster debris removal contract.

• Public hearing for 96-bed assisted living facility in B-1 zoning at Fortebello (CLU 2021-01, SP-2021-01) - continuance requested
• Public hearing for 45-unit independent living facility at 1894 South Patrick Drive (CLU 2021-02, SP-2021-02) - continuance requested
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-05 amending B-1 zoning to allow contractor use and storage as conditional land use
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-08 adding definition of mobile food dispensing vehicle and permitting in B-1 district
• Resolution 722 to join Florida opioid litigation settlement memorandum of understanding

The City Council approved a 3% raise for City Manager Mark Ryan, retroactive to April 22, 2021, after accepting his 2021 evaluation. The council also approved first readings of three ordinances, including one to allow contractor use and storage as a conditional land use in B-1 zoning, one to define and permit mobile food dispensing vehicles in B-1 zoning, and one to amend the emergency management chapter. Additionally, the council approved resolutions commending the Florida League of Cities, urging the CDC to remove the cruise ship suspension from Port Canaveral, and a contract for disaster recovery debris removal with Crowder Gulf.

• Approved 3% raise for City Manager Ryan, retroactive to April 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-05, allowing contractor use/storage as CLU in B-1 zoning (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-08, defining and permitting mobile food dispensing vehicles in B-1 zoning (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-09, amending emergency management chapter (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 720 commending Florida League of Cities (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 721 urging CDC to remove cruise ship suspension from Port Canaveral (5-0)
• Approved disaster recovery debris removal contract with Crowder Gulf (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Fred Fernez from Planning and Zoning Board, appointed Sisi Packard (5-0)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2021-06 to grant a new electric franchise to Florida Power & Light, and a first reading of Ordinance 2021-07 to allow golf cart operations on municipal streets. They will also consider approving contracts for BS&A software, boardwalk replacement at Bicentennial Beach Park and Millennium Beach Park, and a stormwater inlet at Pine Tree Drive and School Road. The meeting includes a proclamation for National Police Week and a presentation on the stormwater management program.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2021-06 granting FPL electric franchise
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-07 allowing golf carts on municipal streets with registration fees
• Approval of $57,505 for BS&A software acquisition (funded by ARPA)
• Contract with Heard Construction for boardwalk/pavilions at Bicentennial and Millennium Beach Parks, not to exceed $250,000
• Stormwater inlet installation at Pine Tree Drive and School Road, $26,000

The City Council approved a new electric franchise agreement with Florida Power & Light, adopted an updated travel policy, and authorized the city attorney to revise the Emergency Powers Code to conform to SB 2006. The first reading of a golf cart ordinance was delayed pending a traffic study on South Patrick Drive. Council also approved software acquisition and a boardwalk design-build contract, and canceled the May 25 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-06 granting FPL electric franchise (4-0)
• Approved updated travel policy (4-0)
• Authorized city attorney to develop revised Emergency Powers Code per SB 2006 (4-0)
• Delayed first reading of golf cart ordinance for traffic study
• Approved BS&A software acquisition up to $58,000 (4-0)
• Approved Heard Construction contract for boardwalk design-build up to $89,000 (4-0)
• Awarded stormwater inlet installation at Pine Tree Drive and School Road to Atlantic Development up to $26,000 (4-0)
• Canceled May 25 City Council meeting

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 27, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. Key items include first readings of two ordinances: one granting a new electric franchise to Florida Power & Light, and another allowing golf cart operations on municipal streets with registration and safety requirements. The council will also accept the FY 2019-2020 annual financial report and hear a presentation on electric vehicle charging stations.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2021-06 granting a new electric franchise to Florida Power & Light Company
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2021-07 allowing golf cart operations on municipal streets with registration and fees
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Financial Report from Berman Hopkins CPA's and Associates LLP
• Presentation by Florida Power & Light on Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Discussion on temporary COVID-19 policy and face coverings in city facilities

The City Council voted 5-0 to keep the face covering requirement policy in place for City buildings. They also accepted the FY 2019-2020 annual financial report, approved the first reading of a new electric franchise ordinance for Florida Power & Light, and agreed to pay one-third of the engineering fee for a stormwater improvement report at Parkside Place. The first reading of a golf cart ordinance was deferred to the next meeting for further research.

• Kept face covering requirement policy for City buildings (5-0)
• Accepted FY 2019-2020 annual financial report from Berman Hopkins (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-06 granting FPL electric franchise (5-0)
• Agreed to pay ~$4,167 (one-third) of Parkside Place drainage engineering fee
• Deferred first reading of golf cart ordinance to next meeting
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter approving $131,689 JAG funds to Brevard County (5-0)

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a strategic planning workshop on FY 2021-2022 budget priorities, followed by a regular meeting. The council will discuss and possibly act on amending the B-1 zoning to allow contractor use and storage as a conditional land use, approve a special magistrate contract, and decide whether to extend the face covering regulation. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Professional Municipal Clerks Week and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion on amending B-1 zoning to allow contractor use and storage as a conditional land use with parking requirements
• Approval of Attorney Joel Goldfarb as Special Magistrate for code enforcement and contract authorization
• Decision on extending Face Covering Regulation via City Manager Executive Order 2021-02
• Proclamation for 2021 Professional Municipal Clerks Week
• Strategic planning workshop on FY 2021-2022 budget priorities

The City Council held a strategic planning workshop and regular meeting. Council approved the police pension plan actuarial reports and financial statements, appointed a special magistrate for code enforcement, and directed staff to draft a golf cart ordinance. The council also decided to let the face covering executive order expire and to move forward with amending the B-1 zoning classification to allow contractor use and storage.

• Approved IHB Police Pension Plan 2020 actuarial report (5-0)
• Approved IHB Police Pension Plan FY 2020 financial statements (5-0)
• Approved IHB Police Officers' Supplemental Pension Plan actuarial report (5-0)
• Scheduled strategic planning and FY 2022 budget kick-off workshop for May 4, 2021
• Directed staff to draft a golf cart ordinance (4-1)
• Appointed Joel Goldfarb as Special Magistrate for Code Enforcement (5-0)
• Let face covering executive order expire
• Moved forward with amending B-1 zoning to allow contractor use and storage

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council is meeting as the Police Officer Supplemental Pension Plan board. They will approve prior meeting minutes and accept the October 1, 2020 actuarial report for the pension plan. Public comments will be heard. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2020
• Acceptance of October 1, 2020 actuarial report

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a strategic planning workshop on budget priorities for FY 2021-2022, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings on four ordinances (second reading) covering capital improvements, zoning changes for independent living apartments and granular products, dock and pier regulations, and stormwater pollution control. The council will also consider awarding a contract up to $50,000 for stormwater inlet tops in Martesia Subdivision and adopting a revised emergency medical leave policy.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2021-01 updating the Capital Improvements Element of the Comprehensive Plan
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2021-02 amending B-1 zoning to allow independent living apartments with assisted living facilities and granular product processing
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2021-03 amending dock and pier regulations, including new rules for Grand Canal properties
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2021-04 adopting illicit discharge and stormwater connection regulations for MS4 compliance
• Award contract for removal and replacement of stormwater inlet tops in Martesia Subdivision at cost not to exceed $50,000

The City Council held a strategic planning workshop and a regular meeting. The Council adopted four ordinances: updating the Capital Improvements Element of the Comprehensive Plan, amending the B-1 zoning code for independent living apartments and granular product processing, amending dock and pier regulations, and adopting a new stormwater illicit discharge ordinance. The Council also awarded a contract for stormwater inlet tops in the Martesia Subdivision to Atlantic Development of Cocoa at a cost not to exceed $50,000, and adopted a revised Temporary Emergency Medical Leave policy expiring September 30, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-01 updating the five-year Capital Improvements Element of the Comprehensive Plan (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-02 amending the B-1 zoning code to allow independent living apartments with assisted living facilities and granular product processing as conditional uses (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-03 amending dock and pier regulations, including side setbacks and new rules for properties abutting the Grand Canal (5-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-04 creating a new article on illicit discharge and stormwater connections to comply with the NPDES permit (5-0).
• Awarded removal and replacement of stormwater inlet tops in the Martesia Subdivision to Atlantic Development of Cocoa, cost not to exceed $50,000 (5-0).
• Adopted a revised Temporary Indian Harbour Beach Emergency Medical Leave policy, expiring September 30, 2021 (5-0).
• Appointed Council Member Bob Sharek as alternate representative to the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee.
• Approved minutes of the March 9, 2021 meeting with a correction that Council Member Sharek attended a meeting virtually.

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold first readings on four ordinances: updating the Five Year Capital Improvement Program, amending B-1 zoning to allow independent living apartments, assisted living facilities, granular product processing, and contractor office/bays; amending dock and pier regulations including new rules for Grand Canal properties; and adopting a new stormwater illicit discharge ordinance. The council will also consider a resolution supporting state pedestrian safety legislation and present the 2020 Police Officer of the Year award.

• First reading of Ordinance 2021-01 updating Five Year Capital Improvement Program
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-02 amending B-1 zoning for independent living apartments, assisted living, granular products, contractor office/bays
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-03 amending dock and pier regulations, including Grand Canal properties
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-04 adopting illicit discharge and stormwater connection regulations
• Resolution 719 supporting SB 1412/HB 239 (Sophia Nelson Pedestrian Safety Act)

The City Council approved first readings of four ordinances: updating the Five Year Capital Improvement Program, allowing independent living apartments with assisted living facilities and granular product processing as conditional uses, amending dock and pier regulations for the Grand Canal, and adopting new stormwater pollution control rules. The contractor office/bay provisions were removed from the zoning ordinance for further study. The council also approved a resolution supporting the Sophia Nelson Pedestrian Safety Act.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-01 updating the Five Year Capital Improvement Program (5-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-02 allowing independent living apartments with assisted living facilities and granular product processing as conditional uses (5-0).
• Removed contractor office/bay provisions from Ordinance 2021-02 and directed staff to prepare a new ordinance (5-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-03 amending dock and pier regulations, including new rules for the Grand Canal (5-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-04 adopting new stormwater pollution control regulations (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 719 supporting the Sophia Nelson Pedestrian Safety Act (5-0).

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will discuss and possibly direct changes to the new Police Headquarters to add green stormwater infrastructure and apply for an FDEP grant. They will also consider approving a $165,000 seawall construction contract, a resolution supporting state legislation for smoke-free park zones, and hold a general COVID-19 discussion. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from the city manager and attorney.

• Discussion on adding green stormwater infrastructure to new Police Headquarters and applying for FDEP grant
• Approval of $165,000 sole-source seawall construction along Big Muddy Canal behind 1222-1232 Yacht Club Blvd
• Resolution No. 718 supporting SB 334 and HB 239 for smoke-free zones in public parks
• COVID-19 general discussion on city activities and responses

The City Council voted 5-0 to keep the current design of the new police headquarters, declining to add green stormwater infrastructure. It also approved a sole-source contract up to $165,000 for Shoreline Construction to build a seawall along Big Muddy Canal, and adopted Resolution No. 718 supporting state bills for smoke-free zones in parks. The council directed staff to update the illicit discharge ordinance and agreed to a scaled-back summer camp and swim lessons due to COVID-19.

• Authorized staff to update the illicit discharge ordinance (5-0).
• Kept current police headquarters design, no green stormwater changes (5-0).
• Awarded seawall construction to Shoreline Construction, Inc. up to $165,000 (5-0).
• Adopted Resolution No. 718 supporting SB 334 and HB 239 for smoke-free park zones (5-0).
• Agreed to scaled-back summer camp and swim lessons (consensus).
• Approved minutes from Feb 9 and Feb 18 meetings (consensus).

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a workshop to discuss work hours for city employees and to review strategic plan and budget priorities for fiscal year 2021-2022. The agenda includes a public forum for citizen input. The meeting is being held with limited seating due to COVID-19, and the public can participate via GoToMeeting.

• Workshop on work hours for city employees
• Workshop on strategic plan and budget priorities for FY 2021-2022
• Public forum

The City Council held a workshop to discuss adjusting employee work hours to ensure they work the full 40 hours they are paid for, considering changes to lunch breaks and start/close times. They also discussed strategic priorities for fiscal year 2021-2022, including improvements to the Algonquin Sports Complex, sidewalks, and stormwater. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Discussed adjusting employee work hours to align with 40-hour paid week
• Discussed phased implementation of work hour changes if approved
• Discussed strategic plan priorities for FY 2021-2022
• No formal votes or resolutions taken

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting with a presentation from Brevard County Commissioner Curt Smith on operational issues with Mathers Bridge. The council will also discuss allowing golf carts on certain streets, approve a contract for boardwalk replacement, and consider an amended fire protection contract.

• Discussion with Brevard County Commissioner Curt Smith on Mathers Bridge operational issues
• Follow-up discussion on allowing golf carts/low-speed vehicles on certain streets
• Approve ranking of firms for RFQ 2020-02 Design-Build Services for boardwalk replacement at Bicentennial Beach Park and Millennium Beach Park; top-ranked firm: Heard Construction, Merritt Island
• Approve amended contract with Indian Harbour Beach Volunteer Fire Department Corporation for fire protection services
• Extend Family First Coronavirus Response Act Leave Policy and Temporary Emergency Medical Leave Policy until March 31, 2021

City Council

The Indian Harbour Beach City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance No. 2020-11, which would allow police pension plan members to purchase prior military and police officer service credit. The council will also discuss golf cart regulations, RV parking rules, an electric vehicle charging station, and a possible early renewal of the FPL franchise agreement. Other items include LED lighting in Gleason Park, extension of COVID-19 leave policies, and updates to personnel policies.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-11 to allow police pension members to purchase prior military and police service credit
• Discussion on allowing golf carts and low-speed vehicles on certain streets
• Discussion on regulations for parking and storage of recreational vehicles in residential areas
• Discussion on pursuing an electric vehicle charging station
• Discussion on early renewal of 30-year franchise agreement with Florida Power & Light (entered 1992)

The City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 2020-11, allowing police pension plan members to purchase prior military and police officer service credit. It also approved purchasing and installing LED lighting in Gleason Park for up to $51,000, ratified the purchase price for two police interceptors, and extended COVID-19 leave policies. Council directed staff to gather more information on golf carts and EV charging stations, and declined to change RV parking regulations.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2020-11 allowing police pension service credit purchases (5-0)
• Approved $51,000 LED lighting purchase and installation in Gleason Park (5-0)
• Ratified $835.50 per vehicle price for two 2021 Ford Police Interceptors (5-0)
• Extended COVID-19 leave policies to February 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved updated personnel policy except revised operating hours (5-0)
• Directed staff to gather info on golf cart street use and EV charging stations
• Declined to change RV parking/storage regulations
• Directed staff to negotiate early FPL franchise renewal