THE CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
MINUTES
City Council Meeting – August 16, 2004 – 6:00 p.m.
Chairwoman DiSciullo called the meeting to order and presided.
ROLL CALL
All Present
Also Present: A. William Moss, City Manager
Richard Yovanovich, City Attorney
Greg Niles, Community Development Director
Bryan Milk, City Planner
Rony Joel, Public Works Director
Bruce Weinstein, Utilities Engineer
Dana Souza, Parks & Recreation Director
Roger Reinke, Police Chief
Mike Murphy, Fire Chief
Barbara Lawrence, Executive Secretary
Other interested citizens and visitors
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
By: Greg Niles, Community Development Director
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION by Councilwoman Kelber to APPROVE THE AGENDA, AMENDED TO ADD COUNCIL COMMENTS REGARDING HURRICANE CHARLEY. Second by Councilman Minozzi. Motion carried 7-0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(A) Council Minutes for August 2, 2004 (Regular Meeting)
MOTION by Councilwoman Kelber to APPROVE THE MINUTES FOR THE AUGUST 2, 2004 REGULAR MEETING. Second by Councilman Arceri. Motion carried 7-0.
Lead by Chairwoman DiSciullo, members of Council praised staff for their efforts during Hurricane Charley.
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BUSINESS
(A) ORDINANCE – First Reading – An Ordinance to Amend Parking Regulations.
(Editorial History: At the June 21, 2004 meeting, City Council discussed potential changes to the City Parking Control Ordinance. Based upon that discussion, the Ordinance has been revised.)
Mr. Moss read, by title only, the Ordinance to Amend Parking Regulations.
Public Comment
Mr. Paul Sullivan, 1330 Caxambas Court, expressed concern that construction parking could be an issue.
MOTION by Councilman Arceri to ADOPT ON FIRST READING THE ORDINANCE TO AMEND PARKING REGULATIONS, AMENDED TO INCLUDE TIGERTAIL BEACH AND REQUIRE THE ORDINANCE TO BE COMPLAINT DRIVEN. Second by Councilman Trotter. Motion failed by 3 – 4. (Councilman Tucker, Vice-Chair Kelber, Councilwoman Patterson, and Chairwoman DiSciullo opposed.)
MOTION by Councilman Tucker TO ADOPT ON FIRST READING THE ORDINANCE TO AMEND PARKING REGULATIONS, AMENDED TO ELIMINATE THE SECTION REGARDING THE REQUIREMENT OF PERMISSION BY THE ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNER TO ALLOW PARKING IN SWALES [Section 7(3)(b)] AND ADD A PROHIBITION OF SWALE PARKING WITHIN 500 FEET OF TIGERTAIL BEACH . Second by Councilwoman Patterson. Motion carried 5 – 2. (Councilman Arceri and Councilman Trotter opposed.)
(B) RESOLUTION – Public Hearing – Petition R-04-02, William G. Morris, Esq., representing “Harbor at South Bridge” (a.k.a. Moran’s Bridge Marina) is requesting a rezone from “A-ST” (rural agricultural/special treatment) to “C-4” (general commercial) for associated hotel parking and ancillary uses on property .54 acre in size, commonly referred to as the east 300 feet of Tract “C”, adjacent to property located at 3200 San Marco Road, further described as Marco Beach Unit 17, Section 13, Township 52 South, Range 26 East, City of Marco Island.
(Editorial History: William G. Morris, agent for Moran’s Barge Marina seeks to rezone .54 acres from “A-ST” (rural agricultural) to “C-4” (general commercial) for the purposes of providing additional land area to support development of a new hotel project located immediately adjacent to the foot of the Goodland Bridge, north of and contiguous to San Marco Road.)
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Mr. Moss read, by title only, the Ordinance relating to Petition R-04-02. Each Council member made their ex-parte disclosures; all witnesses were sworn in.
Representing the Petitioner, Attorney Bill Morris and Mr. Bob Mulhere reviewed the Petition and responded to Council’s question.
Public Comment
Citizens speaking in opposition to the Petition:
Ms. Debbie Pappy, Goodland
Mr. Bill Duncan, 161 Greenview Street
Mr. Pat Sullivan, 1330 Caxambas Court
Ms. Connie Fullmer, 584 Coconut Avenue,
MOTION by Councilman Tucker to ADOPT ON FIRST READING THE ORDINANCE RELATING TO PETITION R-04-02. Second by Councilman Arceri. Motion failed 3 – 4. (Vice-Chair Kelber, Councilwoman Patterson, Councilman Trotter, and Councilman Minozzi opposed.)
MOTION by Councilman Tucker to ADOPT ON FIRST READING THE ORDINANCE RELATING TO PETITION R-04-02, AMENDED TO STIPULATE THAT THE .54 ACRE’S ONLY PERMITTED USE IS AN ANCILLARY USE TO THE HOTEL/MOTEL. Second by Councilwoman Patterson. Motion carried 4 – 3.
MOTION by tacit agreement to SUSPEND 9:00 P.M. RULE. Motion carried 7 – 0
Recess: 9:00 P. M. to 9:15 P. M. It is noted for the record that the same council members were present when the meeting reconvened.
(C) RESOLUTION – Public Hearing – Petition V-04-11, William G. Morris, Esq., representing “Harbor at South Bridge” (a.k.a. Moran’s Barge Marina) is a 23-foot variance from the required front yard setback of 71-feet to 48-feet in order to construct a new 96-foot tall hotel with 45 units, 150 seat restaurant and marina facilities for property located at 3200 San Marco Road, consisting of 1.56 acres, further described as Marco Beach Unit 17, Section 13, Township 52 South, Range 26 East, City of Marco Island.
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(Editorial History: William G. Morris, Esquire, agent for Maureen Moran, Inc. (Moran’s Barge Marina) located at 3200 San Marco Road is requesting a 23-foot variance from the required front yard setback of 71-feet to 48-feet for the purpose of constructing a new 96-foot tall hotel building with 45 units and a 150 seat restaurant. The petitioner also desires to utilize the .54 acre parcel Tract “C” to the west for ingress/egress, vehicular parking, and additional density (13) units to support the proposed hotel development).
Mr. Moss read, by title only, Petition V-04-11. Each council member made their ex-parte disclosures; all witnesses were sworn in.
Public Comment
Citizens speaking in support of the Petition:
Mr. Herb Savage, 651 South Collier Boulevard
Mr. Traugott Schmidt, 611 Palm Avenue
Ms. Paula Camposano-Robinson, 740 North Collier Boulevard
Mr. Sal Sciarrino, 911 Montego Court
Mr. Tom Shea, 276 Shadowridge Court
Citizens speaking in opposition of the Petition:
Ms. Charlette Roman, 348 Colonial Avenue
Mr. Edward Fullmer, 584 Coconut Avenue
Ms. Debbie Pappy, Goodland
Ms. Connie Fullmer, 584 Coconut Avenue,
Ms. Jean Brennan, 212 Goodland Drive
Ms. Kathy Sullivan, representing the Marco Island Civic Association
MOTION by Vice Chairwoman Kelber to DENY PETITION V- 04-11. Second by Councilman Trotter. Motion carried 5 – 2. (Councilman Arceri and Councilman Tucker opposed.)
(C) DISCUSSION - Marco Island Gift Catalog.
(Editorial History: Ms. Syd Mellinger and Mr. Monte Lazarus, interested citizens, have inquired as to City Council’s interest in developing a Marco Island Gift Catalog. The purpose of the gift catalog would be to foster in-kind donations to the City to purchase products and services that will benefit the community.)
Mr. Monte Lazarus, 222 Waterway Court, outlined the details of the gift catalog and responded to Council’s questions.
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MOTION by Councilman Minozzi to APPROVE THE GIFT CATALOG (AS AN ENTERPRISE FUND.) Second by Councilman Tucker. Motion carried 7 – 0.
(D) DISCUSSION - Lighting Fixtures for North and South Collier Boulevard.
(Editorial History: The South Collier Boulevard project is in the final design phase. To ensure consistency in the type of light poles and fixtures that are to be used for both South and North Collier Boulevard, the Beautification Committee was asked to select preferred construction material of the poles, color of the poles, and types of light fixtures. A prototype light fixture (Candela Luminaire) was placed at the Collier Boulevard – Winterberry Drive intersection. The Esplanade has incorporated the same light fixture.)
MOTION by Vice-Chairman Kelber to APPROVE LIGHT FIXTURES AS RECOMMENDED BY THE BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE, PENDING VERIFICATION THAT THEY ARE HURRICANE RESISTANT. Second by Councilman Tucker. Motion carried 7 – 0.
(E) DISCUSSION - Award of Contract for San Marco Road Beautification Project.
(Editorial History: Three sealed bids for the installation of landscaping along San Marco Road between Greenbrier Street and Balmoral Court were received. Based on an evaluation of bids, including a review of unit prices, contractor resources, and prior performance, staff considers Vila and Son Landscaping to be the most responsive and qualified bidder for this project.)
MOTION by Councilman Arceri to AWARD CONTRACT TO VILA & SON LANDSCAPE IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,001.80. Seconded by Vice-Chairman Kelber. Motion carried 7 – 0.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND DISCUSSION
Vice-Chairwoman Kelber advised Council that she was contacted by local veterans requesting that Veteran’s Park be changed to another location so ceremonies could be held there.
Chairwoman DiSciullo requested a workshop meeting with Council, City Manager and staff to critique the handing of Hurricane Charley.
Chairwoman DiSciullo advised Council that non perishables and other donations are being collected by the Red Cross for hurricane relief.
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FUTURE AGENDA
There were no future agenda items presented by Council
PUBLIC COMMENT (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
There were no additional public comments
ADJOURN
There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting adjourned at
10:35 P. M.
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Terri DiSciullo, Council Chairwoman
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ATTEST:
Barbara Lawrence, Executive Secretary
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PREPARED BY:
Patricia Graham, Council Secretary
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Laura Litzan
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