INDIALANTIC RECORD

April 2020 ____________________________________________________________

STORM WATER PIPES IMPROVEMENT

In the March 2018 special election, residents voted in favor of rehabilitating the Town’s storm water management system. As residents may have noticed, this project is underway and pipes under pavement are being dug up and replaced with larger concrete pipes around Town. Many of the existing corrugated metal pipes are around 60 years old and have rusted and collapsed. Currently, three projects have been completed utilizing the bond money and seven more projects will begin in coming weeks. Additional storm water projects are in the planning stage.

Two of the projects will include drainage retention areas. At the corner of North Riverside Drive and Second Avenue, property was purchased to retain and filter water before it enters the Indian River Lagoon. New pipes and swales will be added to the area next to the bike path between Melbourne Avenue and Eighth Avenue to alleviate drainage issues and improve water quality discharges. Grant money will help pay for some of these improvements.

While these projects are going on, there may be some minor inconveniences such as road closures or extra noise. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we make these necessary improvements to the Town’s storm water infrastructure.

Recent Council Action Highlights Oct. 9, 2019 Meeting:

Adopted Resolution 12-2019 in support of Florida Senator Debbie Mayfield’s efforts to ensure the safety of passenger rail systems

Adopted Resolution 13-2019 urging the US Dept. of Justice to clarify the requirements for municipal websites to be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act

Adopted Resolution 14-2019 urging congress to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program

Adopted Resolution 15-2019 supporting passage of legislation to determine Florida’s water infrastructure funding needs and potential sources of revenue to address same

Approved on first reading Ordinance 2019-11 related to land development and zoning procedures

Approved on first reading Ordinance 2019-12 related to site plan submittal and review; site plan longevity

Awarded contract for rehabilitation and improvement of stormwater management system and certain streets to low bidder PRP Construction Group

Approved an agreement with Municode to provide recodification, supplementation, and online code hosting services

Nov. 13, 2019 Meeting:

Adopted Resolution 16-2019 supporting House Bill 171 related to water quality improvements

Adopted Resolution 17-2019 budget amendment for fiscal year 2018-2019

Adopted on second reading Ordinance 2019-11 related to land development and zoning procedures

Adopted on second reading Ordinance 2019-12 related to site plan submittal and review; site plan longevity

Approved the FP&L Pole Attachment Agreement for holiday lights

Approved the Binding Development Plan for 500 N Miramar Ave

Dec. 11, 2019 Meeting:

Oath of office and swearing in for new Council Members Julie McKnight and Doug Wright for a term of two years

Approved Interlocal Agreement between Brevard County First Responder Agencies for Direct Radio Communication between 911 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP)

Authorized a letter to Governor DeSantis and the Brevard Legislative Delegation in support of 2020 Senate Bill 182 removing preemptive language related to single-use plastic bags and polystyrene materials

Adopted Resolution 18-2019 designating authorized personnel to sign checks

Adopted Resolution 19-2019 urging the Florida Dept. of Transportation (FDOT) to lower the posted speed limits on SR A1A to reduce pedestrian injuries and fatalities

Approved on first reading Ordinance 2019-13 amending the Town of Indialantic Comprehensive Plan by revising the future land use maps from Residential Low to Residential Medium on Lots 9, 10, and 11, Block 62 Indialantic By The Sea

Approved on first reading Ordinance 2019-14 amending the official zoning map by rezoning real

property located in Block 62, Lots 9,10, and 11, Indialantic By The Sea from R-1-B (single-family residential) to R-3 (multi-family residential)

Confirmed appointment of Michael Connor as Chief of Police

Authorized a rain garden (swale) in the NE corner of Orlando Park

Jan. 8, 2020 Meeting:

Adopted on second reading Ordinance 2019-13 amending the Town of Indialantic Comprehensive Plan by revising the future land use maps from Residential Low to Residential Medium on Lots 9, 10, and 11, Block 62 Indialantic By The Sea

Adopted on second reading Ordinance 2019-14 amending the official zoning map by rezoning real property located in Block 62, Lots 9,10, and 11, Indialantic By The Sea from R-1-B (single-family residential) to R-3 (multi-family residential)

Approved on first reading Ordinance 2020-01 relating to abatement of unsafe or dangerous structures; providing for duties and powers of the Building Official

Authorized BSE Consultants to submit a proposal for a Hydraulic and Hydrologic Study

Feb. 12, 2020 Meeting:

Approved Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with Hill/Gray Seven, LLC

Adopted Resolution 01-2020 Amending the Building Department Fee Schedule

Adopted Resolution 02-2020 budget amendment for fiscal year 2019-2020

Adopted on second reading Ordinance 2020-01 relating to abatement of unsafe or dangerous structures; providing for duties and powers of the Building Official

Adopted Resolution 03-2020 relating to the use and operation of Town social media

Awarded contracts for 6 stormwater drainage projects Approved on first reading Ordinance 2020-02

implementing a cancer presumption for firefighters per F.S. 112.1816

March 11, 2020 Meeting:

Approved fiscal year audit by Carr, Riggs & Ingram LLC

Officer of the Year awarded to Adam Beal Approved Agreement for Firefighter Assistance Grant

funding for self-contained breathing apparatuses Approved Interlocal Agreement for Ocean Rescue

Lifeguard services Adopted Resolution 04-2020 in support of Brevard

Zoo’s efforts to bring a world-class aquarium to Port Canaveral

Adopted on second reading Ordinance 2020-02 implementing a cancer presumption for firefighters per F.S. 112.1816

Referred to Environmental Advisory Task Force: Ordinance 2020-05 regarding landscaping and requirements for water runoff management

Authorized attorney to draft a resolution to implement a single-use plastics and polystyrene ban for special events in Town

Authorized attorney to draft a resolution to form a volunteer advisory group to raise funds for play equipment in Nance Park

Police Beat The police department is happy to

announce that Officer Adam Beal has been unanimously selected by his peers and supervisors as the agency’s Officer of the Year for 2019. Officer Beal began his career with the department in July 2016 and he is currently assigned to patrol. Officer Beal consistently demonstrates a positive attitude towards police work, his fellow squad members, and all Town employees. He is actively engaged in the community and enjoys coaching and refereeing youth soccer in his spare time. Officer Beal is extremely proactive in patrol and was the agency’s top producer in traffic stops and arrests in 2019. He conducted 1,248 traffic stops, issued 647 citations, and gave 717 verbal warnings. Officer Beal also made 89 arrests, to include 50 traffic arrests, 19 misdemeanor arrests, and 20 felony arrests. Officer Beal also received two life saving awards during two separate incidents last year. Officer Beal is well respected within the community and well liked throughout the agency. It seems nothing gets him down. He always has a smile on his face, and he is willing to go above and beyond to help his fellow coworkers. We congratulate Officer Beal in his accomplishments and being named Indialantic Police Department’s Officer of the Year for 2019!

The police department would like welcome three full-time new hires to the agency: Communications Officer KoKo Lockwood, Communications Officer Laura Wyman, and Property & Evidence Specialist Ashley Rodriguez. We are very happy that they have joined the IPD Team! Finally, we wish to congratulate Timothy Weber on his promotion to Police Sergeant and Ryan Dovel on his promotion to Police Corporal. Job well done, and we wish them luck in their new positions. Chief Michael Connor

Indialantic Fire Rescue Greetings to all Indialantic Businesses and Residents. We know that everyone is concerned about COVID-19 and we want you to know that we are keeping abreast with the latest information from the Center for Disease Control, Florida Department of Health, and Brevard County Emergency Management. We also want you to know that in the event you or a loved one becomes ill and you call 9-1-1 for an ambulance, the dispatcher will most likely ask you additional questions such as: have you traveled to a geographic area with widespread community transmission i.e. South Florida, New York City, or other epidemic areas in the last 14 days? Have you been in contact with anyone who is experiencing flu-like symptoms i.e. fever, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, and persistent cough? We have a limited supply of personal protective equipment such as N95 masks and we continue to look for additional supplies. With that being said, if the Fire Department responds to an address in which the caller is complaining of flu-like symptoms, the first arriving crew will likely only send one Paramedic/EMT into the residence to assess your condition. The dispatcher may also ask that if you can walk, that you walk out to the ambulance thereby reducing the crew’s exposure to the virus and preserving personal protective equipment. Please stay safe, observe social distancing and stay at home unless you absolutely have to go out. Tom Flamm, Fire Chief

Town of Indialantic 216 Fifth Avenue Indialantic FL 32903

  

SLOW THE SPREAD Novel Coronavirus “COVID‐19” 

 Town Hall  Town Hall is currently closed to visitors, but staff is available to assist you Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm, by email or phone. Drop us a line at: townhall@indialantic.com or call 321-723-2242. To reach the Building Department, call 321-727-3377 or email mcarr@indialantic.com. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1; for non emergency issues, you can reach the Police Department by emailing Police@indialantic.com or by calling 321-723-7788. Public Meetings Check the Town calendar at www.indialantic.com for rescheduled meeting dates. Beach Parking Closure and Beach Activity Limitations For the latest information and emergency orders, check the Alerts Tab on the Town website www.indialantic.com. United Way of Brevard For help or information regarding food pantries, financial support, unemployment, mental health and more, go to www.uwbrevard.org or call 2-1-1 or 321-632-6688. Reemployment Assistance If you are out of work due to COVID-19, you can apply online or print a paper application for unemployment compensation at www.floridajobsresources.com. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Guidelines (CDC) The latest information regarding prevention and what to do if you are sick can be found at www.cdc.gov. Florida Department of Health Survey The Florida Department of Health is asking residents and visitors to participate in a community action survey www.strongerthanc19.com.

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UPCOMING MEETINGS: TBD Monthly meeting information is being updated weekly at www.indialantic.com

____________________________ UPCOMING EVENTS Please check out our Town website at www.indialantic.com. We will start posting upcoming events as soon as they are available on our website.

The Indialantic Record is published quarterly by the Town of Indialantic, 216 Fifth Avenue, Indialantic, FL 32903, at an outside cost of $.30 per resident. Dave Berkman, Mayor; Stu Glass, Deputy Mayor; Council members Julie McKnight, Doug Wright, and Simon Kemp; Michael Casey, Town Manager; Rebekah Raddon, Town Clerk – www.indialantic.com – 321-723-2242.

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DID YOU KNOW?

REDUCEREUSEREFUSE

In 2015, the Town of Indialantic created an initiative to voluntarily reduce the distribution and use of plastic bags in support of a clean and healthy environment.

This initiative:

The Town of Indialantic urges all citizens and business owners to voluntarily participate in this initiative to reduce the use of plas-tic bags through the use of reusable, compostable and/or recy-clable materials.

This initiative was passed and adopted on June 10, 2015.* *Resolution No. 15-07

ENCOURAGES THE REPLACEMENT OF PLASTIC BAGS WITH REUSABLE BAGS

**Source: Surfrider Foundation: surfrider.org/rise-above-plastics

REUSE your own cloth bags at grocery store, drug store, hardware store ... everywhere you shop.

REDUCE plastic use. Produce doesn’t need a plastic bag. Keep it loose or use

own reusable bags. (Mesh bags work great!) Buy in bulk when you can and use your own containers.

REFUSE bags at take-out. Bring your own bag.

The amount of plastic produced from 2000 - 2010 exceeds the amount produced during the entire last century.

Plastic is the most common type of marine litter worldwide.

Up to 80% of the plastic in our oceans comes from land-based sources.

34% of dead leatherback sea turtles have ingested plastic. Plastic bags, which resemble jel-lyfish, are the most commonly found synthetic item in sea turtles’ stomachs.

Plastics do not biodegrade, but instead break down into small particles that persist in the ocean, absorb toxins, and enter our food chain through fish, sea birds and other marine life.

Plastic bags are problematic in the litter stream because they float easily in the air and water, traveling long distances and never fully breaking down in water.

It is estimated that Americans go through about 100 billion plastic bags a year, or 360 bags per year for every man, woman and child in the country.

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WHAT YOU CAN DO

PLASTIC POLLUTION **