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 has forwarded to the MPO to secure funding assistance.
3. Wavecrest Park Water Fountain: The members of the Parks & Recreation/Beautification Committee have indicated that they do not support the operation of the water fountain. 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. Preliminary work is progressing to assist this matter in coming before the Parks & Recreation Committee and the Council.
4. FRDAP Grant/Wavecrest/Nance Park: 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; performing rehabilitation work on the existing boardwalk; installing a handicap access ramp to the beach; reconstructing crossover 15; and painting the interior and exterior of the restrooms as well as fixing certain plumbing fixtures. Work has been completed. The Town has received over $41,000 from the State and is reviewing the contractor’s final payment request.
5. 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.
b. Permitting is in progress for the pier and observation deck, which is required to complete the commencement document phase submittal. The permit application has been submitted to FDEP.
6. 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 will be installed in coordination with certain private sector work that is projected to occur.
7. FRDAP Grant/Orlando Park: FDEP has rated the Town’s application and assigned a ranking of “60”. It is unknown as to whether funds will be available for this project until FDEP absorbs the full effect of the legislature’s action. However, all indications from the state thus far are promising.
8. County sewer line installation: A force main is to be installed from the N. Riverside Drive/Second Avenue intersection along Second Avenue to Palm Avenue and south on Palm Avenue. The County has requested to install this line to eliminate the sewage overflow situation that has occurred in the past at the intersection of Miami Avenue and S. Riverside Drive. County staff members are finalizing the bid process and have notified residents along the route of how the process will proceed.
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 was held May 9 with Forestry. Staff has submitted the Town’s final project report and request for reimbursement of the $10,000 grant.
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 finalizing closing documents.
12. SR-A1A Resurfacing with sidewalk on west side: FDOT has indicated that the resurfacing is expected to begin in June, 2001.
13. Beach Restoration: The Town has received beach restoration documents from the County to assist in the renourishment of the beach area. These documents are being reviewed toward supporting the County’s efforts.
14. Sunrise Park Extension: The County has been requested to work with the State to engage in a voluntary annexation process. The County has forwarded the Town’s intent to the State and is communicating with the State.
15. Melbourne Causeway Path: Staff forwarded an application to the State for funds under the Recreational Trails Grant program to improve the existing path that lies along the south side of the Melbourne Causeway. Due to a lack of control of the site as defined by FDEP the grant application was deemed non-eligible. Staff is working with FDOT to secure the level of control over the site that is required through the grant for a future funding submittal.
16. Police Chief: Jesse V. Geiger, Jr. requested and was granted a disability retirement on April 30, 2001, by the Police Officers and Firefighters Pension Board of Trustees. Lt. Troy W. Morris continues to serve the community as the Acting Chief. The position has been advertised with a closing deadline for applications of June 1, 2001.