2015-02-26-Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee

FEBRUARY 26, 2015
RIO NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA
6:00 PM
RIO CIVIC CENTER, 1255 DIXIE HWY. JENSEN BEACH, 34957
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 13, 2014
3. NEW BUSINESS
A. New NAC Member – Stret Whitting
B. Presentation by Martin County Attorney Office: Sunshine & Ethics Law
C. Members - Declare Conflict of Interest (Complete Form 8B)
4. UPDATES
A. Public Art/Artist Call for the Roundabout Project – Presentation by Linda Fasano
B. Landscape Plan 1145 NE Sumner Avenue
C. Landscape Plan 1278 NE Sago Drive
D. Landscape Plan 1318 NE Sago Drive
E. Update on Stuart Harbor development project by CRA Staff
F. Rio Town Center Roundabout – Pavers removal and relocation/Proposed pocket park
G. Rio TIF Projection
5. COMMENTS
A. Public
B. Members
C. Staff
6. ADJOURN
Members & Term Expiration
Debra Harsh
Sue Kloosterman
Jim Lopilato (Vice-Chair)
Jill Pinkham
Stret Whitting
Staff
Kevin Freeman
Edward Erfurt
Nancy Johnson
Pinal Gandhi-Savdas
11-Sep-2015
11-Sep-2016
11-Sep-2017
11-Sep-2017
11-Sep-2017
M. Brent Waddell
Richard Zurich (Chair)
Estanislao Field
Myra Galoci
11-Sep-2017
11-Sep-2017
11-Sep-2017
11-Sep-2018
Community Development Director
Urban Designer
Community Development Specialist
Community Development Specialist
2015 Meeting Dates – Rio NAC
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Thursday, February 26
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Thursday, May 21
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Thursday, August 20
Thursday, Novembe
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NOVEMBER 13, 2014
RIO NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MINUTES
6:00 PM – RIO CIVIC CENTER
1255 NE DIXIE HIGHWAY, JENSEN BEACH, FLORIDA 34957
PRESENT
Chairperson ..............................................................................................................Rick Zurich
Vice Chairperson ......................................................................................................Jim Lopilato
Members...................................................................................................................Jill Pinkham
Debra Harsh
Brent Waddell
Myra Galoci
Robert (Bob) Taylor
Sue Kloosterman
ABSENT………………………………………………………………… Estanislao (Stan) Field
STAFF PRESENT
Community Development Director............................................................................Kev Freeman
Community Development Specialist.........................................................................Pinal Gandhi-Savdas
* Indicates a motion
** Indicates a vote
*** For the record comment
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 pm.
Mr. Zurich informed about the upcoming Rio indoor flee market and bake sale.
Mr. Zurich announced that he has to leave early and the Vice-Chair will serve as a Chair during his
absence.
Mr. Zurich announced that Bob Taylor will be resigning from the NAC effective January 1, 2015.
Ms. Jill Pinkham raised concerns about roadway safety in western Rio, missing crosswalks and
sidewalks, and CR-707 missing link to pedestrian route. Ms. Pinkham continues to push for pedestrian
safety through making requests for service through County website.
Mr. Joseph Angelico from Martin County Sherriff’s Office provided community oriented policing update.
2. CONSENT AGENDA
A.
Approval of Minutes: October 2, 2014
* Brent Waddell motioned to approve the Minutes.
** Myra Galoci seconded and the motion carried 6–0 with Sue Kloosterman, Debra Harsh and
Stan Field absent.
3. NEW BUSINESS
A.
New NAC Member – Estanislao (Stan) Field
Mr. Rick Zurich announced the new NAC member; however, he was not present at the meeting.
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B.
November 13, 2014
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Approve Rio NAC Meetings dates for 2015: February 19 ,
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May 21 , August 20 , and November 19 .
* Brent Waddell motioned to approve the 2015 meeting dates.
** Bob Taylor seconded and the motion carried 6–0 with Sue Kloosterman, Debra Harsh
and Stan Field absent.
4. UPDATES
A.
Proposed digital sign design for the Rio Civic Center.
Ms. Pinal Gandhi-Savdas made the presentation and proposed 3 designs. Mr. Bob Gralak from
Flamingo Signs prepared the designs. Ms. Savdas and Mr. Gralak answered questions
concerning insurance for the sign, display, messaging, and Red LED vs. Colored LED.
Ms. Sue Kloosterman arrived at 6:25 PM.
Mr. Rick Zurich left at 6:30 PM.
* Brent Waddell motioned to approve the design with Rio community logo with “Rio Civic
Center” in teal color on the identification sign and Martin County logo with “Operated by
the Martin County Board of County Commissioners” in blue color on the pedestal and
LED display of 16 mm, 35x128 pixel matrix, 4 rows, Red LED, 7.15’ x 2.08’ cabinet size.
** Jill Pinkham seconded and the motion carried 6–0 with Debra Harsh, Stan Field and
Rick Zurich absent.
* Myra Galoci motioned to amend the CRA Plan to allow the installation of digital sign at
the Rio Civic Center and take a Resolution to BOCC for approval to move forward with
constructing the proposed sign.
** Brent Waddell seconded and the motion carried 6–0 with Debra Harsh, Stan Field and
Rick Zurich absent.
B.
Update
of
Rio
Town
Center
(f.k.a.
Stuart
Harbor)
development project.
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Mr. Kev Freeman provided update on the project. Mr. Freeman informed that 2 Round of
comments were released and has substantial changes requirements. Mr. Freeman agreed to
email the review comments to everyone on Rio contact list. Mr. Freeman explained that the
applicant has not made their determination if they will continue with the development review
process. The community raised concerns about the annexation of the development site parcel
into the City of Stuart. Mr. Freeman explained the process of annexation. The community will
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determine what stand to take upon review of 2 Round of staff report.
C.
Code Sweep Update.
Mr. Kev Freeman presented the interim report on code violations in Rio. The Code Enforcement
is still working on number of cases. Mr. Freeman will request a report on how the cases were
resolved. Mr. Freeman encouraged continuing informing County of code violations through
requests for service on County website.
5. COMMENTS
A. Public
Ms. Julie Priest updated on upcoming community events and volunteering activities. Ms. Priest
provided on list of concerns, including crosswalk and sidewalk, associated with All Aboard
Florida. Ms. Priest provided update on Rio Porches development.
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Staff provided update on landscaping in western Rio and CR-707 missing link streetscape
improvements, including sidewalks connectivity.
Debra Harsh arrived at 7:05 PM.
B. Members
Mr. Bob Taylor expressed concerned about sidewalk requiring repair. Mr. Freeman advised to
send the information through request for service on the County website.
Ms. Myra Galoci expressed that mosquitos issue has been resolved through request for service.
C. Staff
None
6. ADJOURN
* Brent Waddell motioned the meeting to be adjourned at 7:20 pm.
** Myra Galoci seconded the motion and the motion carried 7–0 with Stan Field and Rick Zurich
absent.
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ITEM
4B
RIO NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA ITEM
MEETING DATE FEBRUARY 26, 2015
PREPARED BY: Edward Erfurt, Urban Designer
TITLE: Landscape Plan – 1145 NE Sumner Avenue
SUMMARY: In accordance with the regulation 3.264.E. Landscaping, Prior to the
issuance of a building permit or paving permit, a landscape plan shall be
submitted to and approved by the Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee,
following a recommendation from County staff.
This permit is for a new single family home at 1145 Sumner Avnue. This parcel is
located in the Rio Western Overlay and in the Mixed-Use Overlay.
The permit number is 2014100435, and the submitted landscape plan is attached
to this agenda item.
Landscape Plan Checklist and General Requirements (3.264.E.):
(1) The required landscape plan shall be prepared by a qualified professional.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan has been prepared by
Daniel J. Sugg, Landscape Architect, which meets the requirements of the
code.
(2) All developments shall provide at least one tree per thousand feet of total
site area.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan illustrates the following:
Site Area
12197 square feet
Tree Count Required
12
Tree Count Provided
12
All of the minimum required trees are native and the landscape plan fulfills
the minimum tree count as required by code.
ITEM 4B
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Vehicular Use Area Requirements (3.264.E.3):
STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
Buffer Requirements (3.264.E.4):
STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
Plant Size, Species, and Maintenance (3.264.E.5-11):
(3) Tree size. At the time of planting, all required trees shall have a minimum
height. Trees shall be a minimum height of 12 feet at the time of planting.
STAFF NOTE: All of the minimum required trees are 12 feet in height
which meets the requirements of the code.
(4) Tree species. At least 75 percent of all trees planted to satisfy the
landscape requirements shall be native species.
STAFF NOTE: The landscape plan includes 24 Sable Palms and 1 Queen
Palm for a total of 25 Native Trees. 100% of the minimum required trees
are native as required by code, which exceeds the code requirement.
Tree Species
Common
Native
Non-Native
Name
Coccolba
Pigeon Plum
12
Diversifolia
Total
25
2
Fences, Walls, and Gate Houses (3.262.E.12-13):
STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
ITEM 4B
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff recommends that the proposed Landscape Plan be approved by the Rio
Neighborhood Advisory Committee for 1145 NE Sumner Avenue.
ITEM 4B
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ITEM
4C
RIO NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA ITEM
MEETING DATE FEBRUARY 26, 2015
PREPARED BY: Edward Erfurt, Urban Designer
TITLE: Landscape Plan – 1278 Sago Drive
SUMMARY: In accordance with the regulation 3.264.E. Landscaping, Prior to the
issuance of a building permit or paving permit, a landscape plan shall be
submitted to and approved by the Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee,
following a recommendation from County staff.
This permit is for a new single family home at 1278 Sago Drive. This parcel is
located in the Rio Community Redevelopment Area.
The permit number is T163640, and the submitted landscape plan is attached to
this agenda item.
Landscape Plan Checklist and General Requirements (3.264.E.):
(1) The required landscape plan shall be prepared by a qualified professional.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan has been prepared by
Florida Exotic, which meets the requirements of the code.
(2) All developments shall provide at least one tree per thousand feet of total
site area.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan illustrates the following:
Site Area
9670 square feet
Tree Count Required
10
Tree Count Provided
11
STAFF NOTE: The landscape plan fulfills the minimum tree count as
required by code.
ITEM 4C
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Vehicular Use Area Requirements (3.264.E.3):
STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
Buffer Requirements (3.264.E.4):
STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
Plant Size, Species, and Maintenance (3.264.E.5-11):
(3) Tree size. At the time of planting, all required trees shall have a minimum
height. Trees shall be a minimum height of 12 feet at the time of planting.
STAFF NOTE: All of the minimum required trees are 12 feet in height
which meets the requirements of the code.
(4) Tree species. At least 75 percent of all trees planted to satisfy the
landscape requirements shall be native species.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan illustrates the following:
Tree Species
Common
Native
Non-Native
Name
Quercus Virfinana
Cephalanonthus
Occibentatis
Live Oak
5
Green
5
Button Wood
Total
10
10 Total Trees
STAFF NOTE: All of the trees meeting the minimum tree requirement are
native.
Fences, Walls, and Gate Houses (3.262.E.12-13):
ITEM 4C
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STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The proposed Landscape Plan meets all required landscaping and buffering to
the maximum extent possible. Staff not recommends approval of the submitted
plan by the Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee for 1278 NE Sumner Avenue.
ITEM 4C
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ITEM
4D
RIO NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AGENDA ITEM
MEETING DATE FEBRUARY 26, 2015
PREPARED BY: Edward Erfurt, Urban Designer
TITLE: Landscape Plan – 1318 Sago Drive - Lot 14
SUMMARY: In accordance with the regulation 3.264.E. Landscaping, Prior to the
issuance of a building permit or paving permit, a landscape plan shall be
submitted to and approved by the Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee,
following a recommendation from County staff.
This permit is for a new single family home at 1318 Sago Drive. This parcel is
located in the Rio Community Redevelopment Area.
The permit number is T163643, and the submitted landscape plan is attached to
this agenda item.
Landscape Plan Checklist and General Requirements (3.264.E.):
(1) The required landscape plan shall be prepared by a qualified professional.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan has been prepared by
Florida Exotic, which meets the requirements of the code.
(2) All developments shall provide at least one tree per thousand feet of total
site area.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan illustrates the following:
Site Area
11543 square feet
Tree Count Required
12
Tree Count Provided
13
STAFF NOTE: The landscape plan includes 13 trees, which exceeds the
code requirement.
ITEM 4D
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Vehicular Use Area Requirements (3.264.E.3):
STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
Buffer Requirements (3.264.E.4):
STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
Plant Size, Species, and Maintenance (3.264.E.5-11):
(3) Tree size. At the time of planting, all required trees shall have a minimum
height. Trees shall be a minimum height of 12 feet at the time of planting.
STAFF NOTE: All of the minimum required trees are 12 feet in height
which meets the requirements of the code.
(4) Tree species. At least 75 percent of all trees planted to satisfy the
landscape requirements shall be native species.
STAFF NOTE: The proposed landscape plan illustrates the following:
Tree Species
Common
Native
Non-Native
Name
Quercus Virfinana
Cephalanthus
Occibentatis
Live Oak
6
Green
6
Buttonwood
STD
Sable Palmetto
Sable Palm
Total
1
13
13 Total Trees
STAFF NOTE: All of the trees meeting the minimum tree requirement are
native.
Fences, Walls, and Gate Houses (3.262.E.12-13):
ITEM 4D
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STAFF NOTE: These requirements are not applicable to this permit
application
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The proposed Landscape Plan meets all required landscaping and buffering to
the maximum extent possible. Staff not recommends approval of the submitted
plan by the Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee for 1318 NE Sumner Avenue.
ITEM 4D
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RIO CRA: PROJECTED TIF REVENUE
BASE YEAR
Year
Base Taxable
Value
2000
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
91,321,557.00
Projected Increase
3.0%
3.0%
3.0%
4.0%
3.0%
2.0%
2.0%
2.0%
2.0%
2.0%
CRA Plan Existing
CRA Plan Revised
Projected Taxable
Taxable Value
Value
143,628,277.00
$147,937,125
$152,375,239
$156,946,496
$163,224,356
$168,121,087
$171,483,509
$174,913,179
$178,411,442
$181,979,671
$185,619,265
$188,091,003
$197,495,553
$207,370,331
$217,738,847
$240,057,080
$252,059,934
$264,662,931
$277,896,077
$291,790,881
$306,380,425
$321,699,446
Increment
Value
TIF Generated
75%TIF
$52,306,720
$56,615,568
$61,053,682
$65,624,939
$71,902,799
$76,799,530
$80,161,952
$83,591,622
$87,089,885
$90,658,114
$94,297,708
$480,270
$519,833
$560,583
$602,555
$660,197
$705,158
$736,031
$767,522
$799,642
$832,405
$865,823
$360,202
$389,875
$420,437
$451,916
$495,148
$528,868
$552,023
$575,641
$599,731
$624,304
$649,367
$350,000,000
$300,000,000
$250,000,000
$200,000,000
Revised
$150,000,000
Existing Plan
$100,000,000
$50,000,000
$0
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
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