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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Marina Advisory Committee - 07/08/2011 - SpecialMINUTES DEC 12 2011 Special Called Meeting Marina Advisory Committee Cin SECRETARY'S OFFICE Monday, July 8, 2011 Members Present: John Adams, Marie Adams (2), Robert Cagle (2), Rakesh Patel (4), Roy Pell, Capt. Monte Reitz (1), Hal Suter (2) and Dr. Robert Vega Members Absence: Dan Leyendecker (2) Staff Present: Oscar Martinez, Assistant City Manager, Eddie Houlihan, Assistant Director of Management and Budget, Peter M. Davidson, Marina Superintendent, Rene Garza, Marina Field Supervisor, Cherie Gutierrez and Benita Brunner, Management Aides Call to Order: Chairman Pell called the special called meeting of the Marina Advisory Committee to order at 12:00 p.m. Action on Minutes: The motion was made by Mr. Cagle, seconded by Dr. Vega, to approve the Minutes from the 06/06/11 Regular Meeting as presented. The motion passed unanimously. Presentations and/or Public Comment: Cary Stotland commented his disappointment that comments were expected prior to proposal(s) being heard and that the meeting was not better publicized (i.e. in tenant facilities), that he had no issue with the proposed 10% rate increase if such were applied equally, across the board, and is used to upgrade the Marina and being pleased with the level of service provided; he suggested a great liveaboard fee could be justified by having wireless network access point on each pier and to better (boaters') parking, provide bike racks, safety ladders and to address safety concerns i.e. previously reported gate closers. John Laurenson commented the rate increase given the current economy might result in less patronage. Paul Earls commented that the Marina needs to exercise restraint and that rates should be reduced to attract customers to fill the vacantslips. John Huddleston commented having no objection to the rate increase as long as the additional funds were put to address maintenance needs on the floating docks. Chip Spence commented about the need to most immediately address safety, especially reported, concerns i.e. his slip/fall on the ramp, about the lack of a fuel source, the need to maintain what we have, Market Days being successful but comments about the lack of boaters' parking. Venus Killian commented about having no problem with the rate increase with it addressing better marketing and facility maintenance and more visitor's support services i.e. shopping, groceries, etc. Kevin Kaldenbach commented the need to better provide parking for boaters on the Peoples Street T -Head on (Harrison's/Landry's) busy nights; that a 40' container could be located in other than two parking spaces; about there being need for safety ladders and his disappointment that a bike rack was located on the opposite side of where it will be used. Glenn Blair commented that the rate increase should be used only for Marina purposes. Andy Horner commented about the need to improve old docks, addressing safety concerns (i.e. slip Marina Advisory Committee SPANPv'Ep 07/08/11 prevention, ladder installation), the need for carts to be located on the docks and suggesting there being an opportunity for tenants to volunteer their service(s). Jerry Vaughn commented that his concerns had been previously addressed. Joanne Robertson's budget questions were answered or she was advised they would be during Mr. Martinez's presentation. Discussion Items and Possible Action Thereto: Marina Budget — Mr. Davidson introduced the Marina Budget, consideration for which had been tabled at the last meeting, and the requested the Committee's approval of the presented (agenda attachment) budget including the 10% Marina rate increase. Mr. Davidson commented that the $45,000 allocation increase resulted from Risk Management's purchasing insurance to cover (hurricane, fire, liabilities, etc.) Marina docks and facilities at $103,000 and allocations decreasing by $55,000. Mr. Davidson responded to the Committee's questions i.e. the proposed rate increase goes into the Marina Fund to perform regular/ preventative maintenance i.e. replacement of stainless steel bolts and to purchase items i.e. stainless steel ladders, bike racks, etc. and to use as matching funds to obtain grants to facilitate purchasing new and maintaining existing items. Mr. Davidson introduced Mr. Houlihan and Mr. Martinez. Mr. Martinez commented, reported and/or responded to questioning: (1) that monies budgeted from the Marina Fund i.e. $10,270 accounting operations and $11,342 cost allocations are the Marina's share of services available so as to be provided to the Marina by the General Fund (Accounting, Legal, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Council, Mayor's Office, Computer/Telephone Services, Insurance, etc.; that charges to the Marina had actually decreased over the years; function of the Central Cashiering Department (which does not process Marina payments); numbers reflecting services performed/received two years prior (Golf charges reflect their being under contract); sales discounts being projected (Marina's offer ends 07/31/11) to be adjusted in future budget considerations; the various allocations being calculated to be fair/equitable by an outside -accounting firm; debt service being paid, for docks, at $330,000 per year through 2025 (the debt us underwritten by City's property tax at no cost to Marina); total General Fund budget having decreased by $5-1/2 Million (no specifics regarding Golf reductions); Marina's allocations having been increased primarily due to City's having purchased "umbrella coverage" insurance obtained through competitive bid; $4 Million being set aside for Seawall maintenance (other use of funds required to be approved by voters); and Storm Water Department being responsible for preventing contaminants getting into local bodies of water and maintenance being the responsibility of departments over where trash is located. The motion was made by Dr. Vega, seconded by Mr. Patel, to approve the Marina Budget as presented. The motion passed unanimously. Committee/Staff Reports: Oil & Gas Committee Liaison — No meetings. Friends of the Corpus Christi Municipal Marina — Chairman Pell commented about fund-raising concert following-up Marina Market Days; that much was learned but no money was lost given Marina Advisory Committee -2- 07/08/11 expenses and ticket sales all about which he will provide a detailed report. Discussion continued i.e. not hosting events that don't make money; not fencing -off events; and seeking (by on-line questionnaire) vendor input about how better to manager and/or improve Marina Market Days. Director's Report: Mr. Davidson commented on and/or answered questions regarding: the presented budget, the success of Marina Market Days which is being advertised by the Convention & Visitors Bureau and supported by the Downtown Management District (face page and trolley transportation during event) and expressed appreciation to Marina tenants and to Bay Yacht Club for manning the first aid station. Identify Items to be Placed on Next Agenda: Committee reminded to advise Chairman Pell or Mr. Davidson to this regard. Confirmation for Next Meeting is: Monday, August 1, 2011 Adjournment: As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:10 p.m. Peter M. Davidson Marina Superintendent Marina Advisory Committee -3- 07/08/11