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Regular Meeting
Marina Advisory Committee
Monday, April 4, 2011
MAY 0 5 2011
CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE
Members Present: John Adams (1), Dan Leyendecker (4), Roy Pell (1), Capt. Monte
Reitz, Hal Suter and Dr. Robert Vega
Members Absence: Marie Adams (2), Robert Cagle (3) and Rakesh Patel (4)
Staff Present: Peter M. Davidson, Marina Superintendent and Benita Brunner,
Management Aide
Call to Order: Chairman Pell called the regular meeting of the Marina Advisory
Committee to order at 5:33 p.m.
Action on Minutes: The motion was made by Mr. Suter, seconded by Capt. Reitz, to
approve the Minutes from the 03/07/11 Regular Meeting as presented. The motion
passed unanimously.
Presentations and/or Public Comment: Cary and Maureen Stotland, Marina live aboard
(LAB) tenants, requested clarification of and consideration to increase the LAB
allowance on the Peoples Street T -Head at which in -slip sanitary pump out is available;
disrepair of the off-site sanitary pump out facility; expressed parking concerns; and,
requested an additional dock cart for G/H Pier. Discussion followed regarding: LABs
being limited to two vehicles on which on-site maintenance is not allowed; LAB
limitations having been established with consideration of impact on parking available for
adjacent commercial operations which provide substantial economic support to the
Marina; 10% (8) LAB limitation reached on G/H Pier on which there are several empty
slips and interested parties being offered larger, more costly slip on E/F Pier; establishing
a subcommittee of interested parties to discuss Marina issues; Marina Staff to review the
need for repair of L -Head sanitary pump out facility; Mr. Reitz to look into Harrison's
Landing's use of the G/H Pier dock cart; Marina Staff ensuring the location of an
additional dock cart on G/H Pier; and parking concerns including LAB use and restaurant
manager(s)/employees not parking in spaces located furthest away from establishment(s).
Discussion Items and Possible Action Thereto:
Consideration for R -Pier Replacement — Mr. Davidson reported his interest in the
Committee's vote to support the Marina pursuing grant funding to replace R -Pier. He
offered preliminary drawings, obtained at no cost, and commented on preliminary
construction considerations. Discussion followed. The motion was made by Mr. Adams,
seconded by Mr. Suter, to support the Marina pursuing grant funding for replacement of
R -Pier. The motion passed unanimously.
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General Dock Maintenance Throughout the Marina Complex — Mr. Davidson reported
that the local environment is 200% times harsher than in Galveston which results in
structural deterioration and Marina Staff working to replace the main structural bolts on
MORF, D, C, B and A Piers.
Marina Market Days — Mr. Davidson gave a brief overview and requested the
Committee's support of plans to benefit Friends of the Marina by hosting Marina Market
Days (on Lawrence Street T -Head); emulating Goliad Market Days "rain or shine", free
to the public event; looking into any required event insurance; event requiring City
Council approval; first event anticipated in June 2011 and each third Saturday of ten
months annually; vendor fees can generate funds to offset the decline in boat show
participation/attendance and/or to generate additional funds for Marina -related projects
and infrastructure repairs. Discussion followed. The motion was made by Mr. Adams,
seconded by Mr. Leyendecker, to support the Marina pursuing Marina Market Days. The
motion passed unanimously.
Committee/Staff Reports: Oil & Gas Committee Liaison — None offered in Ms. Adams
absence. Friends of the Corpus Christi Municipal Marina — Chairman Pell reported no
change from previous report; will provide written financial data to Mr. Davidson.
Director's Report: Mr. Davidson commented on and/or answered questions regarding:
(1) vessels relocating from MORF for World Melges Regatta; (2) Texas International
Boat Show; (3) thanked Mr. Adams for securing funding from the Corpus Christi Yacht
Club to place the new wind sensor which will benefit the World Melges Regatta and the
local boating community; (4) grant funding awarded to MMD Communications; (5)
looking into Friends of the Marina (instead of City) paying for local police officers to
work as security guards to eliminate overtime requirement; (6) current occupancy not
being available due to vessel relocation for the boat show; (7) revenues going well with
there being an estimated $7,000 year-end savings; (8) projecting $28,000 savings with
continued efforts; (9) results since initial installation and progression of the storm water
catchment net(s); (10) Marina/Bay water testing results being posted on Texas Beach
Watch (link on Marina's website suggested); and (11) establishing a subcommittee to
discuss Marina issues.
Identify Items to be Placed on Next Agenda: Chairman Pell requested that Committee
members report such items to himself or Mr. Davidson prior to the next meeting.
Confirmation for Next Meeting is: May 2, 2011
Adjournment: As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Peter M. Davidson
Marina Superintendent
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