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Regular Meeting
Marina Advisory Committee SECRETARY'S OFFICE
Monday, March 7, 2011
Members Present: John Adams (1), Marie Adams (1), Roy Pell (1), Capt. Monte Reitz,
Hal Suter and Dr. Robert Vela
Members Absence: Robert Cagle (2), Dan Leyendecker (4) and Rakesh Patel (3)
Staff Present: Peter M. Davidson, Marina Superintendent, Rene Garza, Marina Field
Supervisor, and Benita Brunner, Management Aide
Call to Order: Chairman Pell called the regular meeting of the Marina Advisory
Committee to order at 5:34 p.m.
Action on Minutes: The motion was made by Dr. Vega, seconded by Mr. Suter, to
approve the Minutes from the 10/04/10 Regular Meeting as presented. The motion
passed unanimously.
Presentations and/or Public Comment: Mr. Davidson thanked Mr. Chris Colley, the
Marina Tenant whose tenacity resulted in the Parks & Recreation Department
subcontracting Marina mowing which has been most timely performed.
Peter Bryant, Texas International Boat Show, gave a brief overview of the 2011 event
scheduled for April 7-11, 2011 to offer affordable family entertainment, in addition to on
land/in water boats to include: wake board completion (World Champion to participate);
a Battle of the.Badges physical competition between representatives of the Corpus Christi
Fire Department, Corpus Christi Police Department, U. S. Coast Guard and U. S. Border
Patrol; powerboat racing; etc. Ticket prices will be discounted to military and seniors; $5
for Thursday/Friday, children free with accompanying adult ticket purchase; $10 on
Saturday/Sunday; posters and discount coupons distributed through downtown businesses
and at Academy; and advertising (via Grande Cable and billboards to have been placed
by 03/09/11). Mr. Bryant responded to questioning that attendance had decreased by
20,000 from the first two years (45,000) most likely due to the economy.
Discussion Items and Possible Action Thereto: Mr. Davidson welcomed newly
appointed Committee member, Captain Monte Reitz. Captain Reitz, affiliated with
Tavern on the Bay, whom was appointed to replace Nils Stolzlechner.
Chairman Pell announced that with the new appointment, officers were required to be
elected and volunteered to continue for a third and final term as Chairman. Dr. Vega
nominated Mr. Pell to continue as Chairman and, with no further and ceasing
nominations, his nomination passed unanimously. Mr. Suter nominated Ms. Adams to
continue as Vice Chairman. Ms. Adams accepted the nomination and, with no further and
ceasing nominations, her nomination passed unanimously.
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Committee/Staff Reports: Oil and Gas Committee Liaison — None offered as there have
been no meetings. Friends of the Corpus Christi Municipal Marina — Chairman Pell
distributed the 03/07/11 Report (Balance: $13,617.61). Discussion followed regarding:
there having been no activity pending IRS approval of the 501(c)(3) status (CPA
responding to second request for information) anticipated to be finalized within nine
months; consideration to establish annual membership dues within FOM Bylaws and to
expand (perhaps former committee members) and strengthen membership to advocate
with City Council on Marina's behalf, establishing quarterly newsletter to FOM; seeking
entertainment groups for future benefit concerts; etc.
Director's Report: Mr. Davidson commented on and/or answered questions regarding:
(1) installation of pilings clearly marking the Power Street Outfall; (2) requested race
course map and USCG Permit from Mr. Bryant to be presented to City Council; (3)
efforts to support HB2187 establishing maximum tax regardless of vessels' LOA; (4)
Texas State Aquarium's lease allowing their rental of the adjacent docking facility; (5)
working with HMS Global and RTA regarding arrival of the new 90' Harbor Ferry; (6)
participants from 40 countries to participate in the World Melges in May 2011 as hosted
by CCYC; (7) plans to locate notices to the public in advance of closing the public boat
ramp during Melges; (8) R -Pier replacement (Mr. Bryant suggested contacting Houston's
Watergate Marina regarding numerous viable flotation devices they are seeking to
dispose.); (9) being in good budget position; working on end of year (FY2010-11) and
new (FY2011-12) revenue and expenditure estimates; (10) consideration for a rate
increase during FY2011-12; (11) efforts relative to establishing a fuel station and having
Marina Staff supervise fueling operations; (12) savings realized by Marina Staff
replacing decking on the Peoples Street Boardwalk and initiating same cost -savings
efforts on A, B, C & D Piers; (13) committing to the monthly meeting schedule or the
Committee specific reasoning for meeting cancelation; (14) Committee members to
encourage City Council attention to Marina/Bayfront; and (15) consideration for Marina
Office (next bond issue).
Identify Items to be Placed on Next Agenda: R -Pier Dock; Wish List for City Council
to start addressing in budget.
Confirmation for Next Meeting is: April 4, 2011
Adjournment: As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
Peter M. Davidson
Marina Superintendent
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