Town ofMelbourne Beach  REGULAR TOWN COMMISSION MEETING  WEDNESDAY, APRIL21, - 2021, 6:00 p.m. COMMUNITY CENTER, 509 OCEAN AVENUE  MINUTES  Commission Members: Mayor Wyatt Hoover Vice Mayor Joyce D. Barton Commissioner Steve Walters Commissioner Sherrie Quarrie Commissioner Corey Runte StaffMembers:  Town Manager Elizabeth Mascaro Town Attorney Cliff Repperger Town Clerk Jennifer Torres Public Works Director Tom Davis Fire Chief Gavin Brown    1.  Call to Order  Mayor Hoover called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  2. Roll Call  Commissioners Present: Mayor Wyatt Hoover Vice Mayor Joyce D. Barton Commissioner Steve Walters Commissioner Sherrie Quarrie Commissioner Corey Runte Staff Present: Town Manager Elizabeth Mascaro Town. Attorney Cliff Repperger Town Clerk. Jennifer Torres Public Works Director' Tom Davis Fire Chief Gavin Brown Building Assistant Beth Crowell  3. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence  Led by Mayor Hoover Presentations  4.  Mark Ryan, City Manager of Indian Harbour Beach, presented the' Town of Melbourne Beach with a certificate of recognition on behalfofthe! FCCMA President acknowledging and celebrating the' Town's 30th year as Commission form of government. He also acknowledged the dedicated work ofTown Manager  Elizabeth Mascaro.  Town Manager Mascaro thanked Mr. Ryan for his support.  Before moving on to public comments, Commissioner Runte apologized for leaving thel last Commission meeting early but said he found out that night he The Commission members and staff congratulated Commissioner Runte on the  and his wife are having twins in September.  happy news.    5. Public Comments  Danielle Gilberts 505Magnolia Ave  Ms. Gilberts explained she does a community service called cost sharing of community produce in which she orders produce and she and her community split it among them and cost share the produce. She would like to ask the Commission for consideration to allow this as she feels it is a benefit for everyone Town Manager Mascaro explained there was a complaint and she involved the Town Planner and found that the code does not allow this use with the exchange Commissioner Runte asked if she was buying in bulk from all local farmers, if She replied yes. Commissioner Runte said it'sa a good service and he does not view it as a code violation. He recommended approving it and waiving any reference to Vice Mayor Barton said she used to be part of a food co-op and thinks it isa Town Attorney Repperger said the issue should be looked at further and they can determine ift the code needs to be changed to allow this use or ifit falls within the Commissioner Runte said he would like to give her permission to go forward. Mayor Hoover suggested the Town researches the code and then revisit the issue,  and causes no disturbance to her neighbors.  ofmoney for produce.  friends and family come get it - and ift they split the cost.  it being a code violation. wonderful thing.  code.  butin the meantime, they would agree to allow her to continue.  Jim Simmons 409.Avenue. B  Mr. Simmons noted that after reviewing the packet, there are two items, one in the. Action Items section and the other in the Town Manager Report that should have been adequately noticed as agenda items on the agenda. By not doing this, the items - which include parking and expansion of outdoor seating - do not allow for public comment and input. He urged the Commission follow proper  procedure and the processes that have been established.    Andrew Thompson  Owner ofsnowmobile, shaved ice  Mr. Thompson said he was invited by the owner oft the Melbourne Beach market Mayor Hooveri interrupted saying thei item is on the agenda and will be discussed  to set upt their food truck ini the parking lot.  tonight so he should reserve his public comment until that time.  Alan Ross 7437SHighuvayA A1A  In regard to Rotary, Mr. Ross said that in thel last Commission meeting, they were given requirements for operating thel beer tent and he would like them to  consider changing three oft them: not part ofCDC guidelines.  In regard to wearing gloves - he did some research and it appears this is Ini regard to the requirement that every server must complete a server alcohol training program. It takes three hours to complete, which is unreasonable. Instead, he proposed that two people at all times are certified. Hei felt background checks for all is intrusive and asked the Commission to  rethink that.  Commissioner Walters said we don't need 30 people to take the course and Commissioner Walters moved to waive the requirements placed upon the Melbourne Beach Rotary for oversight ofthe beer tent during Founders Day,including gloves, background checks, and to allow for Commissioner Quarrie read from minutes oft the March RTCM where the Commission previously agreed upon the requirements listed just last month. Commissioner Runte seconded; Motion carried 4-1with  agreed that background checks are not needed.  two alcohol certified servers on duty at all times:  Commissioner Quarrie in dissent.  Bruce. Morgan 501 Sunset Blud.  Mr. Morgan shared a flyer about his history program. Hej prepared a video and during Founders Day, he would like tol keep it on permanent loop. He asked for technical assistance from Town Hall and Chief Brown agreed to assist.  Marie. Louise Barker 511 Riverside Drive    Ms. Barker asked why the' Town decided to begin charging for parking and the Mayor explained that we participate in beach nourishment which requires a Commissioner Runte added that there was an informal inventory done on weekends and there was no one there and they did not want to limit a natural  certain number of spots are open to the public.  resource for others when it was not being used.  6. Approval ofthe Agenda  Commissioner Quarrie moved to approve the agenda; Commissioner  Runte seconded; Motion carried 5-0.  7.  Consent Agenda  A. Approval of March 3, 2021 TCW Draft Minutes - Town Clerk Torres B. Approval of March 17, 2021 RTCM Draft Minutes - Town Clerk Torres C. Site Plan Review for 204 Dogwood Avenue, Melbourne Beach D. Site Plan Review for 405 Riverside Drive, Melbourne Beach E. Site Plan Review for 203 Riverside Drive, Melbourne Beach Commissioner Quarrie moved to approve the consent agenda; Commissioner Runte seconded; Motion carried 5-0.  8. Public Hearings 9. Old Business  A. Consideration of FDOT Landscape Grant Submission Allotment Increase Town Manager Mascaro said she met with the designer who gave an estimate of what it would cost for her firm to prepare the high level plans that FDOT would require to apply for this grant. The Commission approved $5,000 but her cost is Town Manager Mascaro is requesting an increase to $9,750 for two sets of Commissioner Runte thanked Vice Mayor Barton for finding this grant. He went on to say the designer they have in place is the best in the county and among the Commissioner Runte moved to approve increasing the grant submission allotment for the landscape designer, Susan Hall, from $5,000 to $9,750; Commissioner Quarrie seconded;  Town Manager Mascaro  $9,750.  certified plans to submit to FDOT for a grant.  top ten in the state.    Public Comments  Crystal Cain 309Surf  Ms. Cain asked why the design landscaper was not directed to observe the Town's Commissioner Runte said they have not received the grant yet. Mayor Hoover asked the Town to provide the designer with a copy of the sustainability  sustainability act.  guidelines.  Motion carried5-0. Mascaro  B. Consideration of Mural for Ocean Avenue Bathrooms - Town Manager  Town Manager Mascaro presented the Commission with several designs provided by the They agreed the Tarpon image was impressive and that his work is in line with what Commissioner Quarrie said she would like to see what color he had in mind for the rest Commissioner Runte moved to approve that artist Lance Beringer follow up with additional renderings ofthe mural and that they discuss them at the next RTCM meeting with the suggestion of using the tarpon art;  artist Lance Beringer, for the Ocean Park bathrooms.  they are. looking for. oft the building.  Commissioner Quarrie seconded;  Public Comments Ms. Nelson Avenue B  Ms. Nelson said the area has a lot of vandalism and the Commission should keep that in  mind because they don'twant the art to be destroyed.  Motion carried 5-0.  C. Review submission of work flow oft the building department from permit application through final inspection - Town Manager Mascaro  Town Manager Mascaro explained the process and introduced Beth Crowell from the  Building Department for questions.    Ms. Crowell gave a rundown of department operations. Building Specialist Greg Schaefer deserves a lot of credit as well.  Commissioner Runte congratulated her for a job well done. Ms. Crowell said that She went on to say that the software they currently use is outdated -1 from 2004 - and  they hope to invest in new: software soon.  10. New Business  A. Consideration of Proclamation recognizing National Police Memorial Commissioner Quarrie moved to approve the proclamation for National Police Memorial Week; Commissioner Runte seconded;  Week as May 9-15, 2021 = Police ChiefGriswold  Motion carried 5-0.  B. Consideration of creating an Ordinance relating to zoning requirements for Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicles and provide general standards for operating Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicles - Town Manager Mascaro  Town Mascaro advised the Commission that they may want to create rules related toi the Town Attorney Repperger clarified that if a food truck is invited by the owner to be on The Commission agreed that the next action should be to contact the' Town Plannerand ask him for his formal opinion. Aftert that, there may be a need to draft additional  operation of food trucks within the Town.  their property, iti is allowed. He went on to explain the current code.  language in the code to customize the process.  Public Comment Jim Simmons 409.Avenue. B  Mr. Simmons said that food truck regulations can be created but adequate parking is the issue. Ocean Park was leased to us to provide access toi the beach, not for private businesses. He added that you have to maintain minimum parking, and then if you have  additional space, perhaps it's acceptable.  Justin. Miravalle  Snowmobile Shaved Ice, Palm Bay    Mr. Miravalle suggested the Commission members take a look at Palm Bay'swebsite and how they address food trucks. There are specific things that need to be addressed when there is a mobile food vendor out there. You don'twant an eyesore, but ifyou have them nicely placed, they can be good. It's on the food truck owners to know the laws. He went on to say that food trucks increase foot traffic, the owners have to be Commissioner Runte moved to authorize the Town Manager to consult with the Town Planner to address solutions related to food trucks within the Town; Commissioner Quarrie seconded; Motion carried 5-0.  licensed and trained in food service.  12. Staff Reports  A. Town Attorney Report  Town Attorney Repperger said he finished composing the agreement/contract for the home owner association related to the trees planted on Ocean Avenue  and will present it soon. B. Town Manager Report agenda item at the RTCM.  Town Manager Mascaro said she will bring the Everything Parking" as an Commissioner Walters asked the Town Manager to share information about the recent promotions within the police department. He also expressed his thanks to Rick Dovale for taking the extra time and making an effort to do something nice Town Manager Mascaro said Sergeant Matthew Smith has been appointed to the Lieutenants position. Corporal Jason Hinchman has been appointed acting Sergeant. FTO Jason Sadler has been appointed to the Corporals position. Commissioner Walters requested the Commission agree to approve the draft ofa formal letter to FDOT to ask for left hand turn signal at Ocean Avenue and A1A.  for the children.  The other Commission members agreed.  Commissioner Walters asked for an update on Vacation Rentals Town Manager Mascaro said we have registered two and Code Enforcement  found four more who need to comply. C. Town Clerk Report - None D. Departmental Reports 1. Building Department - None 2. Public Works Department    Mayor Hoover suggested doing a white background on numbers at Ocean Park PWD Davis noted that of the 133 stop bars in town -95 are completed and the  for better visibility. PWD Davis agreed. rest will be done within the week. 3. Code Enforcement - None  Commissioner Walters said Bob Schaefer, the Code Enforcement officer, is doing a great job and he seems to be very personable with the public. He hasn't heard a single complaint. He added that he also had the opportunity to speak to a property appraiser who said Beth Crowell oft the Building  Department is doing a greatjob. 4. Police Department - None 5. Fire Department  Chief Brown gave a brief update on beachside COVID vaccinations  6. Finance Department  Commissioner Runte moved to approve the March Finance Report; Commissioner Quarrie seconded; Motion carried 4-1  with Commissioner Walters in dissent.  13. Town Commission Comments A. General Comments  The Commission asked that the issue of outdoor parking be made into an agenda item  for the June RTCM.  B. Review of Commission Action List  Updates  Schedule Workshops with Various Boards: Bring proposed schedule to Everything Parking: Town Manager Mascaro said this will come back as an agenda item at. June RTCM. She will take a look at other municipalities that have changed parking space size - for example City OfMelbourne recently changed Beautification grant - Keep open - Grant should be awarded in June, move to  May RTCM  theirs. She will call around and survey.  July RTCM for update    Bike Trail Options: PWD Davis asked to move the item to next month saying the department has now fine-tuned the spray and will have them down by May. Faded crosswalks: PWD Davis said they completed Ocean and Pine and FDOT did one: near the market. FDOT will evaluate the ones in their area. He went on to say that oft the 133 stop bars in town - since they purchased the striping machine, 95 have been completed with the rest to be done next week. He will update again  in May with FDOT progress.  Commissioner Quarrie brought up traffic flowi issues and asked when they will be discussing that. Town Manager Mascaro said she had a meeting with the Mayor and the  Police Chiefand said she would place the item on the agenda.  14. Adjournment Motion carried 5-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:49 p.m.  Commissioner Quarrie moved to adjourn; Commissioner Runte seconded;  Watt llowa Wyatt Hoover, Mayor  ATTEST:  Jennifer Torres, Town Clerk A6O