INDIALANTIC
                RECORD        APRIL 2001

TREES GALORE!

The landscape of Indialantic has been improved through the planting of one hundred and eighty cabbage palm trees.  These trees are situated in the Melbourne Causeway median, along the north side of the causeway, along a portion of N. Riverside Place, along SR-A1A at Nance Park and in the center of Nance Park.

One-half of the project cost (i.e. $10,000) was provided through an Urban and Community Forestry grant from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.  The balance of the cost is being provided through Town in-kind services and local cash match.


New trees in Nance Park


Florida Department of Transportation approval was provided in January for improvements along the Melbourne Causeway, which serves to connect segments of the Indian River Lagoon Scenic Highway.  The Council awarded the bid for the 180 cabbage palm trees to Manicure America of West Melbourne on January 16.


Mayor Cochran and Adela Gonzalez

GONZALEZ AND HAYWARD RECOGNIZED

The Town Council recently hosted the 8th Annual Appreciation Dinner honoring the many volunteers who donate their time, knowledge and ideas to help with decisions affecting the future of our town.   Mayor Cochran presented appreciation plaques to two citizens for outstanding service.  Adela Gonzalez was selected for the Citizen of the Year Award.  Ms. Gonzalez is a past member of several committees, is active in the Homeowners’ Association and is a regular participant at Council and other board meetings.  Ms. Gonzalez will be relocating to Viera soon and the Town will surely miss her ideas and enthusiasm

Mary Hayward received the Town’s first Lifetime Appreciation Award.  Ms. Hayward was honored for her long term commitment to the Town and community.  A Brevard resident since the mid 40’s, Ms. Hayward founded the local chapter of the League of Women Voters and her husband was elected to the first Indialantic Town Council.  Ms. Hayward remains active as a member of the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Committee.

Town employees being recognized include Barbara Brownlie, Administration; Capt. Jimmy Haggas, Fire Department; Officer Mike Connor, Police Department; Bob Delevieleuse, Public Works; and Shirley Robertson, Parking Enforcement.  Lt. Troy Morris, who is also serving as Acting Police Chief, received the 2000 Manager’s Award.

 

RECENT COUNCIL ACTION

February 20, 2001 Meeting

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 Received the Brevard County Greenways and Trails Draft Master Plan

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 Agreed to apply for Florida Recreational Trails Program funds to improve the Melbourne Causeway bike path

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 Agreed to use of Eau Gallie High School auditorium by fire personnel in the event of evacuation

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Approved this year’s life guard agreement with the County

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Authorized application for $3,449 in grant funds for drug prevention/awareness

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Agreed to renew mutual aid agreement with Sheriff’s Department, School Board and other cities

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Agreed to contract with Lucas Marine using FRDAP grant funds to improve part of the boardwalk, install a ramp for handicapped individuals and improvements to certain beach accesses

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Enacted an ordinance adjusting Town noise regulations to allow for swimming pool alarms as required by State law.

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Amended the Personnel/Civil Service Manual

 March 20, 2001 Meeting

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Approved addendum #1 to the Interlocal Agreement with Brevard County for disaster debris removal

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Approved change order #2 with Lucas Marine for improvements needed to crossover 15

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Supported the location of court facilities at Babcock and Eber as requested by Melbourne

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Approved Resolution 01-09 providing increased sick leave benefits for employees with over 20 years of service

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Enacted Ordinance 01-06 regarding travel by town personnel

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Approved initiating land use action for US 192/S. Riverside turn lane improvements

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Approved the 5 year Capital Improvement Project budget 

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Approved Ordinance 01-07 on first reading regarding town departments, the Town Manager’s duties relating to appointment of officers and allowing for closed Council meetings as permitted by state statute

NEW FACES IN TOWN

Sea Level Realty – 401 Fourth Ave. – Real Estate

Total Immage – 141 Sixth Avenue - Photography

Nails by Stephanie (Cuticles) – 720 N. Miramar 

Sally Christensen Massage (Head to Toe) - 425 Fifth Avenue 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - The 50th Anniversary Steering Committee is inviting Town residents and business people to volunteer for upcoming anniversary events.  To volunteer or for further information, please contact Town Hall or attend the Committee’s monthly meeting held on the first Tuesday of each month at 8:30 am in the Town Council chambers

 Law Enforcement Scholarship - The Paul J. Kreuzkamp, Jr. Memorial Scholarship has been established through a donation to the Brevard Community College Foundation by his brother, Steven.  The scholarship will cover full tuition for either basic police training or the corrections officer program.  Paul Kreuzkamp, a former Indialantic Police Chief, died in 1989


Beach Access Improved

Beach access 6 at the Town’s Boardwalk has been removed and replaced with a ramp to improve beach access for handicapped individuals. This effort is part of a boardwalk renovation project that will include replacing a portion of the boardwalk and installing new steps at access 8.

The overall park improvement effort, which includes improvements to the restroom and the addition of play equipment in Nance Park, is funded with Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) monies in the amount of $112,500 and Town monies in the amount of $37,500.

The Mayor and Council on February 20, 2001, awarded the contract to renovate the boardwalk to Lucas Marine Construction, Inc. of Hobe Sound.

 

POLICE BEAT

We recently had several teenagers suffer drug overdoses from ingesting a tea-like substance made by brewing the flowers of the angel trumpet plant.  Some of you may have seen similar incidents on the news.  One of the teenagers became incoherent and fell into a coma.  Thanks to prompt medical treatment it appears as though he will make a full recovery.  The results could have been far more tragic.  The flowers were found growing in the yard of a residence in Indialantic and with the cooperation of the resident, those particular plants have been destroyed.  We are asking that all citizens check to see if any of these plants are growing in or around your yards and if so we ask that you remove them for the safety of the children of our community.  If you have any questions, need assistance removing the plants, or see any of the plants, please contact Detective Michael Casey at the Indialantic Police Department.

We would also like to let the citizens of Indialantic know that we have a limited supply of bicycle helmets available for children who need them.  We would like to send out a very special “thank you” to Beach Bicycle Works who not only spearheaded the collection effort for the helmets but also matched the money that was donated.  Simply come by the Police Department with your child to pick up a free helmet.  Please limit requests to one helmet per child so that we have enough to go around.

Lt. Troy Morris
Acting Police Chief

FIRE FACTS

We are still receiving calls about the solicitation of money by the Space Coast Firefighters’ Association.  Your fire department does not receive any funds donated to this organization.  The Indialantic Volunteer Firefighters solicit your help through a letter mail-out one time a year, in the latter part of October.

As a reminder, drowning ranks as one of the leading causes of death to young children. The keys to prevention are  barriers around pools, closely supervising children and being prepared in case of an emergency.  Physical barriers are effective, however they are not foolproof.  Never leave children unsupervised in or near a pool and keep rescue equipment nearby.  Let’s work together to protect our children.

Tom Barker
Fire Chief

Five Year Capital Improvement Program

The Town Council approved a five year capital improvement program for FY-02 through FY-06.  In addition to annual programs, which include payment of the Town Hall  and fire truck debt, street resurfacing and stormwater drainage, the following projects are included:

FY-02 – Reconstruction of 300 and 400 block of 4th Avenue

FY-03 – Construction of parking lot on 6th Avenue
             Sunrise Park Extension
             Design for reconstruction of 6th Avenue

FY-04 – Improvements to Douglas Park

FY-06 – Nance/Wavecrest II improvements

The Parks/Recreation/Beautification Committee and Budget and Finance Committee assisted in the development of the CIP.

 

Building Code Corner

 In order to prevent obstructions to vision at street intersections, Code Section 17-97 provides that there shall be no obstruction between the height of 3 feet and 9 feet on corner lots within the area as shown on the following diagram.

If you have any questions or need further clarification of this code section, please contact me at 727-3377.

 Stanley Krulikowski
Building Official/Code Enforcement Officer

 

 Town Hall will be closed Monday, May 28, 2001 in observance of Memorial Day.

 ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT

 

The Parks/Recreation/Beautification Committee is once again sponsoring the Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 7 in Orlando Park.  The festivities begin promptly at 10:00 am with visits from the Easter Bunny and Winnie the Pooh.  Come to the park to share some fun, prizes and surprises.

2001 Hazardous Waste Roundup

It’s time for spring cleaning again.  Homeowners will have the opportunity to turn in unwanted or leftover chemical products including motor oil, pool chemicals, batteries and paint.  

The program is free to homeowners.  Businesses must pre-register by calling (321) 635-7954 two weeks prior to the event.  Each event is open to the public from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm only.

Saturday, April 7
Barefoot Bay Comm. Center 
625 Barefoot Bay Blvd.
Barefoot Bay 		  Saturday, April 14
Brevard Comm. College
3865 N. Wickham Rd
Melbourne

KEEP BREVARD BEAUTIFUL invites you to join  Trash Bash 2001 on Saturday, April 21st from 8:00 am till noon.  Sponsored by the Florida Inland Navigation District and Waste Management of Florida Inc., the event is supported by the County Commission and all municipalities in the county.  Volunteers should check in at Nance Park.  All cleanup supplies will be provided.  

UPCOMING MEETINGS 

APRIL

              3            8:30 AM        Anniversary Committee
              5            5:30 PM        South Beaches Coalition
            10           10:00 AM       Parks/Recreation
            12              5:30 PM       Board of Adjustment
            17             7:00 PM        Town Council
            24             5:30 PM        Zoning and Planning

MAY

              1            8:30 AM        Anniversary Committee
              3            5:30 PM        South Beaches Coalition
              8          10:00 AM        Parks/Recreation
            15             7:00 PM        Town Council
            22             5:30 PM        Zoning and Planning

JUNE

              5            8:30 AM        Anniversary Committee
              7            5:30 PM        South Beaches Coalition
            12           10:00 AM       Parks/Recreation
            19             7:00 PM        Town Council
            26             5:30 PM        Zoning and Planning 

The Volunteer Fire Department meets every Tuesday at 7:00 PM at the Fire Department, 216 Fourth Avenue

RECYCLE YOUR PHONE BOOKS!

New telephone directories should be delivered to your doors within the next few weeks.  Please remember that old phone books WILL NOT be accepted in your regular recycling bin. 

Please put your old phone books in the outdoor dumpster-style container with the bright yellow sticker located in the parking lot just west of the Fire Station, 216 Fourth Avenue.  The container will be available  during the months of April and May.