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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Marina Advisory Committee - 02/04/2007MINUTES Regular Meeting Marina Advisory Committee Monday, February 4, 2007 Members Present: John Adams, Marie Adams, Robert Cagle, Dan Leyendecker, Roy Pell, Hal Suter and Dr. Robert Vega. Members Absent: Rakesh Patel and Nils Stolzlechner Staff Present: Sally Gavlik, Director of Parks & Recreation, Peter M. Davidson, Marina Superintendent, Rene Garza, Marina Field Supervisor and Benita Brunner, Management Aide Call to Order: The regular meeting of the Marina Advisory Committee immediately followed the 5:44 p.m. adjournment of the Committee's joint meeting with the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting which was called to order at 5:28 p.m. As Chair, pending election of officers, Mr. Davidson called the regular meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. Presentations and/or Public Comment: No public were present. Discussion Items and Possible Action Thereto: Election of Officers — Mr. Davidson announced the need to elect a Committee Chair and Vice Chair. Mr. Leyendecker's nomination of Roy Pell to the Chairman position was seconded by Mr. Cagle. Mr. Cagle declined Mr. Adams having nominated him for Chairman. Dr. Vega declined Mr. Adams having nominated him for Chairman. Mr. Adams's nomination of Dan Leyendecker to the Chairman position was seconded by Ms. Adams. Mr. Adams commented that the new board should start with new leadership and rely on the expertise of those who served on the Water/Shore Advisory Committee. Mr. Davidson polled the Committee for Mr. Pell's nomination which passed with four in favor and three against. Mr. Suter's nomination of Marie Adams to the Vice Chairman position was seconded by Mr. Adams. Mr. Davidson polled the Committee for the nomination of Ms. Adams which passed unanimously. Ms. Gavlik introduced Greg Perkes who is the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee liaison to the Marina Advisory Committee. Action on Minutes — The motion was made by Mr. Cagle, seconded by Mr. Leyendecker, to approve the 01/08/08 Minutes as presented. The motion passed unanimously. 25% Utility Rate Increase — Mr. Davidson commented regarding the request for approval to increase utility recovery fees. Referencing the agenda packet's utility spreadsheet, Mr. Davidson commented that rates have not been revised in response to substantial water and wastewater rate increases and/or with regard to addition of public restroom/boaters' facilities. Mr. Davidson commented that of 550 Marina tenants receiving notice of the increase proposed to be effective, he has received only one complaint and that was relative to the charge being assessed based on vessel length overall. Discussion followed regarding: the City's power supplier; 25% of slips Marina Advisory Committee -1- January 8, 2008 being metered; City Manager approval required for proposed increase; proposed increase still resulting in Marina operating at deficit (yield about $6,187.00 through fiscal year); annual utility costs of $40,000 for water and $16,000 for garbage; there being no funding mechanism for replacing electrical hardware; occupancy; time needed to fill new slips that accommodate larger vessels; utilities paid by businesses located in the Marina; etc. The motion was made by Mr. Leyendecker, seconded by Mr. Cagle, to approve the 25% utility rate increase. Discussion followed regarding: considering annual utility increases or adjusting method of charging each vessel; installing meters in each slip being cost prohibitive. The motion passed unanimously. Clarification — Appointment Terms — Referencing the agenda packet, Chairman Pell clarified that each Committee member term is for two years and expires 12/09. The initial appointments being two years, the succeeding term will have five members serving two years and four members serving one year, to be determined by a drawing (election to be in September 2009). Committee Rules and Regulations — Mr. Davidson commented that the agenda packet information was for the Committee to consider and revise as deemed necessary for the Marina Advisory Committee. Chairman Pell requested that the Committee review the information and advise him of suggested changes so that the rules and regulations might be ratified at the next regular meeting. Establish Date for Strategic Planning Session — Mr. Davidson reported he will email to the Committee the goals determined at a Water/Shore Advisory Committee Retreat for their consideration prior to appointing subcommittees to consider future actions. Marina Update Report — Mr. Davidson answered questions regarding, commented and/or reported on: the Convention and Visitors Bureau to participate at the Second Annual Texas International Boat Show in concerted effort to bring tourism to the City (working with Mercury Air to get jet show at airport); special offers to new and existing Marina tenants (excluding dock box and/or utility charges); Marina advertisement; thanking the Fire Department for the Marina's new search and rescue vessel and equipment/gear funded by Homeland Security; considerations for addressing floating debris in the Marina; and dealing with graffiti. Committee Reports: None offered. Current Concerns: In response to questioning, Mr. Davidson reported that the local water taxi, through a lease with the Regional Transit Authority, will be provided by those who are currently securing the vessel to provide that service. Mr. Davidson expected to have more information by the next regular meeting about the new harbor ferry operation. Mr. Davidson reported the required Open Meetings Act training would begin immediately following the meeting. Mr. Adams commented they would be working to write a program to circumvent problems associated with accessing computerized weather information available online and/or via computer at the Lawrence Street T -Head Boaters' Facility. Request for Information/Agenda Items: Chairman Pell directed Committee members provide such requests to himself or Mr. Davidson. Chairman Pell requested a list of leases within the Marina Complex. Marina Advisory Committee -2- January 8, 2008 Confirmation of Next Meeting: March 3, 2008 Adjournment: As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m. Peter M. Davidson Marina Superintendent Marina Advisory Committee -3- January 8, 2008 Rules and Regulations of the Corpus Christi Marina Advisory Committee Article 1— Authority. The Corpus Christi Marina Advisory Committee shall function in accordance with the ordinance(s) of the City of Corpus Christi to include the Marina Advisory Committee Ordinance adopted on September 11, 2007. The Rules and Regulations of the Committee are binding on its members; however, the Committee has no binding authority or decision making power on matters external to the Committee. Article 2 — Function. The Corpus Christi Marina Advisory Committee serves as an advisory body to the City Council on all matters pertaining to the delivery of leisure services to the citizens of Corpus Christi. Specifically, the Committee shall advise and make recommendations regarding development, use, or preservation of the Marina (see "Definitions"), including the following: a. Assist the City Council in providing for the orderly, planned development and use of the Marina. b. Review the annual and capital improvements budgets regarding the improvement and maintenance of the facilities upon the Marina. C. Review and recommend to the City Council the feasibility of development, improvements, maintenance or proposed uses for the Marina. Article 3 - Membership, Officers, Attendance, Duties. a. MEMBERSHIP. The Committee consists of nine (9) residents of Corpus Christi appointed by the City Council. The standard term of office is two years with a maximum term limit of six years. Membership on subcommittees shall be by appointment of the Committee Chair. The Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department Director or his/her designee is recognized as the ex -officio member of the Committee. b. OFFICERS. The Officers of the Committee are the Chair and the Vice Chair. Each shall be elected from the membership of the Committee at its first regular meeting September or as soon thereafter as a full Committee membership has been appointed by the City Council. The term of the Chair and Vice Chair will be for one year. The Chair and the Vice Chair may be re-elected. C. ATTENDANCE. Members of the Committee are expected to comply with City Code Section 2-61 that attendance will be regular. The Chair will notify the City Secretary's Office in writing when a Committee member is no longer in compliance with City Code Section 2-61. 1. Excused Absence Policy of the Marina Advisory Committee. A member will be allowed three absences (25% of meetings) per term year. No excuse will be necessary. If a member finds that he/she will be absent more often than three times per year, the member should consider resignation from the Committee. A member, who exceeds the prescribed number of absences, but would like to remain on the Committee, may claim extenuating circumstances. The member must petition the Committee immediately following the fourth absence or subsequent absences with a written request for reinstatement on the Committee. The Committee, with a quorum of members present, shall vote (simple majority) at a regularly scheduled meeting to reinstate or not reinstate the member. d. DUTIES. The duties of the Committee are cited in Article 2. The duties of the Chair are to preside over all meetings of the Committee, to ensure that all matters before the Committee are handled appropriately, to appoint members to subcommittees as necessary, and to meet with the appropriate ex -officio members to develop the agenda for all meetings. The Chair shall act as an advisor to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. The duties of the Vice Chair are to assist the Chair as needed, and to act a Chair in the absence of the elected Chair. e. CODE OF ETHICS. Rules of conduct apply to all Committee members including special privileges, gifts, conflicts of interest, and actions adverse to the city. Article 4 - Meetings, Agendas. a. REGULAR MEETINGS. Regular meetings of the Committee will be held on the first Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Lawrence Street T - Head Boaters' Facility, 400A North Shoreline Boulevard. Each member will be mailed a written notice of the regular meeting which will include an agenda as well as materials related to the agenda items. A meeting will not be held if there is no business for the Committee to address. All regular meetings shall be held in accordance with the Open Meetings Act. b. SPECIAL MEETINGS. Special meetings may be called by the Chair or upon request of two members of the Committee. When time permits an agenda shall be prepared and distributed in accordance with the provision cited in paragraph (1) above. Special meetings shall be conducted in accordance with the Open Meetings Act. C. SUBCOMMITTEE MEETINGS. The Chair of a subcommittee will notify the Committee Chair of the date, time, and place of subcommittee meetings at least three days prior to the meeting. d. AGENDA. The Committee Chair will develop the agenda with the appropriate ex -officio members and insure its proper distribution as stipulated above. The format for the agenda will be: I. Call to Order II. Roll Call of Members III. Adoption of Minutes IV. Presentations and/or Public Comment V. Discussion Items and Possible Action Thereto VI. Executive Session VII. Committee/Staff Reports VIII. Director's Report IX. Committee Concerns and Requests for Information, Agenda Items X. Adjournment Members of the Committee wishing to place an item on the agenda for presentation, discussion or action must submit their request, in writing, to the Chair at least six business days prior to the required posting. Citizens wishing to place an item on the agenda for presentation or discussion must submit their request, in writing, to the Chair at least six business days prior to the required posting. Citizens wishing to address the Committee may do so during the "Public Comment" section or during the discussion of an agenda items if they are recognized by the Chair. Article 5 - Subcommittees, Voting, Option. a. SUBCOMMITTEES. Subcommittees shall be appointed by the Chair as needed. b. VOTING. All votes will be voice votes. If the Chair is uncertain of the decision as a result of a voice vote, he/she may request a (re)vote by show of hands. Members of the Committee must be present to vote. The Chair and Vice Chair may vote on all issues. Should a tie vote occur the Chair may call for additional discussion or a motion to table the issue. If a member must disqualify himself/herself due to a conflict of interest he/she must state this at the beginning of discussion. The minutes of the meeting must reflect this disqualification. 1. QUORUM. A majority of the Committee membership holding office will constitute a quorum. i Article 6 — Minutes. The City Manager shall appoint a staff member to keep minutes of the Committee and prepare such assistance as the Committee may request. Subcommittee Chairs are expected to provide minutes to the Committee in the form of Subcommittee Reports. Article 7 - Staff Support. The duties of the Committee make it necessary that staff members be available to discuss agenda items as needed. Requests for staff support should be directed to the ex -officio Committee members. When a Committee has a major document to present, the Chair may request staff support in its preparation. Article 8 - Committee Handbook. The new members of the Committee will be provided a Handbook containing the Ordinances, Rules and Regulations, informational materials, and policies as they are developed. Article 9 - Changes to the Rules and Regulations. Changes to the Rules and Regulations of the Corpus Christi Marina Advisory Committee may be made by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the full membership of the Committee. Article 10 - Rules of Order. Except as noted in the Articles of the Rules and Regulations of the Corpus Christi Marina Advisory Committee, Roberts Rules of Order will be followed. Article 11— Definitions. "Marina: All structures, waters, and lands within the area enclosed by the breakwater fronting Shoreline Boulevard from the breakwater terminus at north of South (McGee) Beach to its junction at the foot of Breakwater Avenue. ADOPTED by the Marina Advisory Committee on WATER/SHORE ADVISORY COMMITTEE LIST OF GOALS FROM INITIAL BRAINSTORMING SESSION HELD 2/10/07 UNEDITED LIST: LISTED AS STATED IN BRAINSTORMING SESSION. 1. Increase revenue in marina enterprise fund. 2. Fix bayfront up for other business (produce, art, etc.). Increase revenue and tourism. 3. Create and promote more nature tourism activities. 4. Keep encouraging boating activities for young adults. (safety, etc.) 5. Improve gulf beach areas for public use. 6. Advisory Board—develop general list of directives. 7. Build a new marina administration building with sublease office space. 8. Increase educational water activities for children and youth. 9. Decrease expenses per capita in marina. 10. Improve commercial activity and relationship with tenants and increase customers. 11. Facilitate and identify and seek solutions in finding solutions to minimize pollutants entering water areas. 12. Establish controls regarding litter and damage to bayfront areas. 13. Improve communication of water/shore Advisory Committee with city staff and outside agencies. Be informed of issues related to and within jurisdiction. 14. Gauge the functionality of committee in terms of productivity. 15. Replace failing marina structures such as boat slips. 16. Be more involved in water/shore. 17. Increase communication and awareness with governmental agencies and public. 18. Dredge the marina (navigable areas) 19. Increase security and make sure behavior is regulated. 20. Better monitor and control environmental impact of private and governmental construction and activities on waterfront and water areas. 21. Repave all three land masses and repair chuck holes in front bait stand. 22. Purchase proposed security system. 23. Create additional parking by redesigning parking and landscape on all three land masses. 24. Community and family events on the marina and water/shore areas. 25. Rethink the skate park: a) Charge b) Lighting c) Security cameras that talk d) Hours of operation 26. Find activities for tourists on bayfront (jet bikes, parasailing, boat bed and breakfast) 27. Conduct public hearings, studies and survey to determine the public visions of the future of our waterfront and water areas. 28. Encourage public participation by inviting presenters to meetings. (Subject matter experts) 29. Privatize boatyard at marina. Rebuild fuel dock with convenience store. 30. Clarify ETJ question through case law and AG opinions. 31. Use City website to get public feedback (on-line survey) (survey in water bills) on water/shore issues. 32. Bring leaders from city and state departments to meetings to participant in committee. 33. Recognizing that water and waterfront areas are remote from police protection, make beaches and waterfront areas safe. (police -no ready access to water areas) 34. To give a working area for boats to have opportunity to do work or move things on boats -user-friendly worksites. 35. Construct a commercial marina. 36. Increase and grow boating, education and activities. 37. Have joint meetings with Parks and Recreation and other related committees to discuss overlapping areas. 38. Reconsider current meeting place. 39. Improve Oso Bay and creek facilities and access to public. 40. Create relationship with schools to provide education on boating and water activities. 41. Replace environmental areas affected by private constructions (mitigate loss of habitat). Water/Shore review of zoning issues. 42. Input into city budgets for Water/Shore areas. 43. Be better informed on water quality. 44. Concern about areas that flood in water events. 45. Send memo to all city staff (dept. heads), committees, city manager and city council. EDITING ACCORDING TO CATEGORIES AS INTERPRETED BY FACILITATOR: Goals related to marina: 1. Increase revenue in marina enterprise fund. 2. Build a new marina administration building with sublease office space. 3. Increase educational water activities for children and youth. 4. Decrease expenses per capita in marina. 5. Improve commercial activity and relationship with tenants and increase customers. 6. Replace failing marina structures such as boat slips. 7. Dredge the marina (navigable areas) 8. Increase security and make sure behavior is regulated. 9. Privatize boatyard at marina. Rebuild fuel dock with convenience store. 10. To give a working area for boats to have opportunity to do work or move things on boats -user-friendly worksites. 11. Construct a commercial marina. Goals related to the operation of the Water/Shore Advisory Committee: 1. Advisory Board -develop general list of directives. 2. Improve communication of water/shore Advisory Committee with city staff and outside agencies. Be informed of issues related to and within jurisdiction. 3. Gauge the functionality of committee in terms of productivity. 4. Be more involved in water/shore. 5. Increase communication and awareness with governmental agencies and public. 6. Repave all three land masses and repair chuck holes in front bait stand. 7. Purchase proposed security system. 8. Create additional parking by redesigning parking and landscape on all three land masses. 9. Conduct public hearings, studies and survey to determine the public visions of the future of our waterfront and water areas. 10. Encourage public participation by inviting presenters to meetings. (Subject matter experts) 11. Clarify ETJ question through case law and AG opinions. 12. Use City website to get public feedback (on-line survey) (survey in water bills) on water/shore issues. 13. Bring leaders from city and state departments to meetings to participant in committee. 14. Have joint meetings with Parks and Recreation and other related committees to discuss overlapping areas. 15. 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C 0.5 N CL E �° Q E R u O > a v c O>m o J o 0 MARINA ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS As of January 8, 2008 John Adams (Environmentalist) Office: 825-5759 Term: 12/18/09 307 Katherine Drive (78404) Home: 884-9233 Email:.jadams@lighthouse.tamucc.edu Cell: 549-3186 Marie Adams Home: 850-8323 Term: 12/18/09 156 Cordula (78411) Cell: 884-9004 Email: marie.adamsAsbcglobal.net Robert Cagle Office: 289-6342 Term: 12/18/09 6322 Grandvilliers Drive (78414) Home: 980-1500 Email: rcagle(cr�,grandecom.net Cell: 815-9982 Dan Leyendecker (Engineer) Office: 883-1984 Term: 12/18/09 801 Navigation #300 (78408) Home: 241-6818 Email: danlALNVinc.com Cell: 960-2279 Rakesh Patel Office: 883-9700 Term: 12/18/09 13773 Eaglesnest Bay Drive (78418) Home: 949-1049 Email: rpatell520@aol.com Cell: 442-5323 Roy Pell Office: 854-0875 Term: 12/18/09 4514 Corona Drive (78411) Home: 994-9533 Email: sailorroyQsbcglobal.net Cell: 438-2667 Nils Stolzlechner (Rep. or Restaurant) Office: Term: 12/18/09 333 South Morningside (78404) Home: 438-0621 Email: nstolzlechner(aDomnihotels.com Hal Suter Office: 765-8049 Term: 12/18/09 1002 Chamberlain (78404) Home: 852-7938 Email: rabblerouser@stx.rr.com Dr. Robert Vega (Scientist) Office: 939-7784 Term: 12/18/09 2125 Joplin Lane (78414) Home: 993-6746 email: Robert.Vega(a-),tpwd.state.tx.us Cell: 290-6513 Greg Perkes Office: 884-3126 Liaison: Parks 606 N. Carancahua #1500 & Recreation Corpus Christi, TX 78476 Advisory Email: gperkes&perkeslaw.com Committee Corpus Christi Municipal Marina P. O. Box 9277 * Corpus Christi, Texas 78469-9277 marinaAectexas.com ** www.corpuschristimarina.com Administration (361) 826-3980 * Haulout (361) 882-2673 * Fax (361) 883-4778 Marina Lease Agreement Terms February 28, 2008 Estimated Monthly Revenue L -Head Bait Stand $1,500 or 6% of Gross Sales Yachting Center of CC $850 Holiday Inn Emerald Beach $350 Island Water Sports $1,200 @ Holiday Inn Emerald Beach Joe's Crab Shack Landry's Padre Island Yacht Club Fun Time Rentals - Surreys Fun Time Rentals Non -motorized Water Toys Fun Time Rentals Motorized Water Toys Kapalua Southwest Gulfstream Marine Lease Expires 08/31/2028 Month to Month Annually Annually $5,833 or 1-1/2 % of Gross Sales 12/31/2034 $6,000 or 2.75% of Gross Sales 10/28/2008 Percentage Varies Monthly $250 $250 $250 $200 $350 2021 Annually Annually Annually Month to Month Month to Month