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Special Called Meeting
Marina Advisory Committee Cl7YSE� E A8] OF
Monday, January 9, 2012
Members Present: Capt. Ron Behnke, Curt Broomfield, Dan Leyendecker, Roy Pell,
Hal Suter and Dr. Robert Vega
Members Absence: John Adams, Robert Cagle and Capt. Monte Reitz
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 5:30 p.m. and introduced Capt. Ron Behnke as the newest
Committee member.
Action on Minutes: The motion was made by Mr. Broomfield, seconded by Dr. Vega, to
approve the Minutes of the 12/05/11 Regular Meeting as presented. The motion passed
unanimously.
Presentations and /or Public Comment: No public in attendance.
Marina Office Initial Concept — Mr. Davidson (passed around pictures) gave a brief
overview suggesting a new five -story lighthouse style Marina office building at /on the
center of the Lawrence Street T -Head which could be an asset to and bring the
water/bayfront together by also providing rental space for a visitors center (snack
machines, souvenirs), office space for the convention and tourist bureau, chambers of
commerce, multi- purpose facilities (meeting/banquet with kitchen /food/bar services);
idea having support of Mayor Joe Adame, Assistant City Managers Troy Riggs and
Margie Rose as well as Finance, Budget and the Port Commissioners.
Discussion Items and Possible Action Thereto:
Mr. Leyendecker arrived at 5:46 p.m.
Consideration for Evaluation of Costs & Desijan of the New Marina Office — Mr.
Davidson reported the 2008 estimated cost to be $3.9 Million being lower in today's
market; John Wright, Architect having performed /provided initial/basic concept; and,
consideration that the issued be tabled for discussion at a future meeting. The motion
was made by Mr. Broomfield, seconded by Captain Behnke; to design/build any new
Marina Office to depict a lighthouse. The motion passed unanimously.
Consideration of Continuing Lease of Existing_ Office Trailers — Mr. Davidson reported
the concept of a new, lighthouse style office being at issue as the trailer rental company
offering to replace the deteriorated (after 14 -1/2 years use) trailers as they are requiring
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execution of a minimum five -year lease at an increased monthly rate. He indicated there
being no interest on the City's behalf to execute another trailer lease and preferring to
move the Marina Administration functions into the meeting room within the Lawrence
Street T -Head Boaters' Facility and Marina Maintenance Operations into the L -Head
Haulout Facility. Trailer rental savings will be earmarking for adding office space to the
existing Lawrence Street T -Head Boaters' Facility and /or building a new Marina office.
The motion was made by Mr. Broomfield, seconded by Dr. Vega, that the lease for the
trailers not be renewed. The motion passed unanimously.
Request for Friends of the Marina (FOM) to Fund New Marina Office Project Evaluation
— Mr. Davidson reported that Chairman Pell and Mr. Broomfield had ideas for fund-
raising; talking with agencies interested in renting office space (any federal use would
increase costs due to anti- terrorist requirements). in a new bayfront building; considering
the impact on parking; FOM to fund the initial architect concept; Mr. Leyendecker to
advise regarding availability of 4A Bonds; getting public input; possibly forming a
finance committee; 01/12 /12 meeting with Destination Bayfront at the Omni; and, tabling
the matter for discussion at future meeting.
Seeking Financing for New Marina Office — Chairman Pell commented interest in
creative financing to include benefits, benefactors, donors, etc. Consideration to be
tabled for discussion at future meeting.
Committee /Staff Reports: Oil & Gas Committee Liaison — Discussion followed
regarding no activity in excess of a year; importance of maintaining such communication
regarding local waters; etc. Mr. Davidson will report back after speaking with Fire
Department representatives to ensure liaison is included in future meetings. Mr. Davidson
will forward minutes of the Oil & Gas Committee meetings to the Committee as
requested.
Friends of the Corpus Christi Municipal_ Marina — The 12/31/11 bank statement (balance
$12,133.90) was passed around. Chairman Pell indicated there were expenditures
(insurance, etc.) for the first Marina Market Days and some reimbursements for which he
will submit the detail. Mr. Davidson reported that Marina Market Days, in seven months,
had generated $19,000 supporting the Marina Enterprise Fund infrastructure and assisted
in addressing budget shortfalls relative to unanticipated "self- insurance" costs.
Director's Report: Mr. Davidson commented on and /or answered questions regarding:
(1) anticipating 5% slip rental rate increases annually; (2) $2.6 Million replacement cost
of R -Pier; (3) budget currently $42,000 to the good; (4) Market Days doing well; (5)
occupancy; (6) fuel provider reporting low sales; (7) 04/19 -22/12 Texas International
Boat and Outdoor Show (set up 04/16/12); (8) on -going discussions regarding renewal of
boat show lease; (9) W. O. "Bill" Harrison's sudden passing; and, (10) 02/29/12, Marina
hosting shrimp boil during the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Department conference. Mr. Garza
reported installation of security ladders and working toward design, building and
installation of signage.
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Identify Items to be Placed on Next Agenda: Election of Officers and Lease Renewal
for Texas International Boat and Outdoor Show.
Confirmation for Next Meeting is: Monday, February 6, 2012.
Adjournment: As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:54 p.m.
Peter M. Davidson
Marina Superintendent
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