1. Fifth Avenue turning lane extension at SR-A1A: Project waiting on progress at S. Riverside Drive turn lane.
2. Outfall Drain in Wavecrest Park: FDOT developed an approach to channel the initial water from SR-A1A west under Fifth Avenue with the excess going through the existing beach structure. The proposal was analyzed by FDOT for funding prioritization; however, due to limited funds projects that suffered damage from last year’s storms received a higher ranking than did Indialantic. Estimated outside cost is projected to be $100,000 to $150,000. FDOT provided construction information to the Town which staff is sharing with the MPO to secure funding assistance.
3. Wavecrest Park Water Fountain: The members of the Parks & Recreation/Beautification Committee have indicated that while they do not support the operation of the water fountain, they do see some merit in utilizing part, or all, of the fountain absent water. The insurance company has provided $1,485 to the Town to cover damages to the fountain. The Parks & Rec. Committee is working on a plan for a replacement item at the location of the broken water fountain.
4. FRDAP Grant/Wavecrest/Nance Park: The executed agreement has been received from FDEP and the commencement documents—e.g. lease, boundary survey, site plan, and permits—have been forwarded to the State for review. The grant amount is $112,500 FRDAP share and $37,500 Town share.
a. The grant application as approved by the Council includes adding playground equipment and a bicycle rack; and performing rehabilitation work on the existing boardwalk, crossovers, and restrooms.
b. Restroom plumbing work and exterior painting has been completed. Handicap ramp construction is nearly complete.
5. Fifth Avenue Median: Mulch is being applied. Plants have been added to the tapers at each intersection.
6. FRDAP Grant/Riverside Park: The executed agreement has been received from the FDEP and we are preparing the commencement documents for State review. The grant amount is $86,000 FRDAP share and $28,668 Town share.
a. The grant application as approved by the Council includes adding a pier, observation deck, bicycle rack, picnic tables, benches, waste containers, a gazebo, handicap parking; and providing for improved signage.
7. Pavers/Fifth Avenue: The Parks & Recreation/ Beautification Committee has worked with staff toward having pavers installed along the north side of the 300 block of Fifth Avenue and to have spots in the 100 and 200 blocks repaired. The pavers have arrived and are awaiting installation.
8. N. Riverside Drive Speed Limit: Signs reflecting 30 mph have been installed on N. Riverside Drive within the Town replacing the 35 mph signs.
9. Urban & Community Forestry Grant: Grant funds have been used to plant 180 trees in the Causeway median, along the north side of the Melbourne Causeway, along a portion of Riverside Place to connect to Riverside Park, along SR-A1A past Nance Park, as well as in Nance Park. Final inspection is scheduled for May 10 with Forestry.
10. Dr. Saxe’s Property on Fifth Avenue: Dr. Saxe was advised of the Council’s review of his counteroffer on December 19, 2000.
11. Fifth Avenue turn lane @ Riverside Drive: Both Mr. Haley and the Town have signed the agreement. The legal description has been forwarded to FDOT right-of-way personnel to enable them to be prepared to transfer title concerning the Haley parcel once conditions have been met. The two Town parcels have been transferred to the State. The Town Attorney is pursuing those aspects of the agreement that need to be addressed prior to construction beginning.
12. SR-A1A Resurfacing with sidewalk on west side: FDOT has indicated that the resurfacing is expected to begin in June, 2001.
13. Reverse 9-1-1: The Town’s grant application for State funds to install a Reverse 9-1-1 system has received preliminary approval.
14. Sunrise Park Extension: The County has been requested to work with the State to engage in a voluntary annexation process. Further Council involvement will be scheduled as this process proceeds.
15. CIP: A draft Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for the current year and upcoming five-year period (i.e. FY-02 through FY-06) has been prepared with input from staff; a review of the parks component by the Parks, Recreation & Beautification Committee; and approval from the Budget and Finance Committee with adjustments. The document is being forwarded to the Council for consideration.