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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Workshop_Tab 01_03/30/2015 Summary Capital Projects — March 2015 5 Year Cap�ftal Plan Vllage Manager Michael Couao As we continue to refine and develop a long term cap�tal improvement plan for the Village, I respectfutly submit the following observations and re�rt for your conslderations. This approach primarily addresses categories foliowed by ind'nridual projects. It is important du�ng this assessment of needs that p�orities be in harmorry with the �Ilages long term vision. • Public Safeiy — The primary goal is the prever�ion, protection and welfare of the general public. Over the year� the �Ilage has provided i#s residents w�h highly trained personnel in �lice and flre/rescue sen�ic�. Efforts have been made to provide the necessary capital equipment, including facilities, equipmerrt� communications and fleet vehicles. ❖ Fre/Rescue: • 2016 machinery/equipment (air packs) e�imated cost $135.0�.00. • 2017 vehicle%quipment estimated c�st $83,000.00. • 201 S vehicle (rescue truck replacement) estimated �st $240��0.�. • 2019 vehicle%quipment estimated cost $75,000.00. • 2020 is the antictipated replac:ement time frame for the ladder truck estimated cost $800,000.00. • 2021 vehiclpJequipment (rescue vehicle replacement) esstlmmated cost $300,�.00. • Additional signific;�nt capital c�sts will resu{t, should the �Ilage decide to construct addifional facil'r�ies. •'• Police: ♦ • 2016-2020 Capital consists primarily of vehicle lease paymen�s and computer equipment withh an esiimated cost of $120,000.00 yeariy. Estimates will vary 'rf additional �rsonrtef or pr�rams are added. • A key cam�nent of providing Public Safeiy servic.�es to our residerrts is through implementation of effeccfiivve �mmunication techniques. The �Ilage has implemented numerous communiration technolo�ies over ti�e years to keep residents ir�formed. • Advancements in communication technology is ocxumng at a rapid pace and should be cor�sidered to enhance �ar goals. Additionally, this technot�r provides a more effective, efficient and economicai meth� for ir�formation delivery. • T�hnological advanc�ments in such fields as videos, automated detection, aerial surveillance, drone rescue systems and monitoring should be continually evaluated. Technalogical system advancemer�ts and integration will continue to � important in c�mplimenting sen►ices provided by �Ilage personnel, wrhile mitigating c�sts in those areas. ❖ Recreation: • Recrea�on senrices have evoived over the last decade and a half, and are enjoyed by all age groups. The dem�raphy of the Village has also changed, m�t significan�y by the increased numbers of younger families with children. If this trend continues, programs and senrices may require m�ifications. In the year 20� the �Ilage esserrtially had one park, Constitution (with minimal programs provided by the YMCA). Tequesta Park was leased as it is today. In 2015 the Village has a vibrant recreation departmerrt providing a wide variety of community senrices, and four park locations. • Considera�on to providing additional facilities should be given. Continuing to pursue the acquisi�on of Paradi� Park should be a pr�ority either through a long term lease, lease/purchase or direct purchase. Its central I��on presents a g�d option for an additional recreationaUmurti-use fac7ity. The costs for purchase and improvemer�ts would be significarrt and finandng wwuld need to be considered. In the irrterim, if program expansion is desired Station 11 would � an option. • As � ap�ars� �e Village is desirous of c�rrtinuing its lease of Tequesta Park vvit� the State of Florida. Addfional enhar�cemer�ts may be c�sired. ❖ General Capital Infrastructure Improvements: � Over the years there has been considerable discussion regarding sidewalk improvemerrt/enhant�ments, der.orative ligh�ing, and land�ping. With the excep�ion of large scale proje�ts, I continue to . believe that these improvements c�n � most effectivefy undertaken as in house" projects by our public works personnel. Additional staff'mg and equipment would be requir�. • US 1 Corridor improvemec�ts projected writhin the next 3-4 years may require Village funding. • Tequesta Drive RRR Project estimated at appro�amately $600,�0.00 not ir�luding ligh�ng, sidewalks or landscaping. • The Village may want to consider altemative technolagies to extend and improve the appearanr.e of asphalt roadway at considerable savings. The aforementioned information is submitted for your consideration as one vievupoint and is not intended to � inclusive. It is meant to be c�nsidered vvith other recommendations and addi�onal considerations that may come from future discussions. • Page 2 10 Year ,� �s Capital Improvements Wish List Mayor Abby Brennan FIRST - Protect the identity and appeal of the Village. • We are who we are..........and thaYs why we chose to live here; • Not a gated community; residents have choice of aesthetics including home colors, roof styles, mailboxes, etc. (within the law and existing Village code); • Residents in certain neighborhoods do not want sidewalks; • Widening roads where rights-of-way are routinely planted and maintained by residents will be met with resistance; • Residents want streets and existing sidewalks to be safe, bike-friendly and walkable.........speed limit and "share the road" education and enforcement critical; • Local businesses are patronized by our community......assure that they are included in benefits from capital projects being considered. Streets and Sidewalks Infrastructure — Map out entire grid of major streets and comply with "complete streets" initiative including State-approved design striping and signage. Will begin a Village-wide network of pedestrian and cycle-friendly streets. • Repave Tequesta Drive: In conjunction with the current US1 "complete streets" initiative, repaving Tequesta Drive from US 1 to Country Club Drive in advance of US1 improvements. .(Do nothing at RR right-of-way pending outcome of AAF) a. Tequesta Drive Sidewalk — South Side: Although concrete would be preferable, perhaps re-asphalt at the same time as Tequesta Drive. Much of the pathway has been encroached by grass and other landscaping. Safe passage being key component of Complete Streets network. — Perhaps phased-in public works project? • Assessment of other Village roads - prioritized by need: a. Country Club Drive b. Seabrook (north of Tequesta Drive) c. Riverside Drive (Tequesta border north to County Line Road) d. EI Portal e. Side streets as needed • Country Club Drive Sidewalk: — Long stretch of asphalt crumbling at sides of path and lifted by tree roots. Dig up, treat tree roots and re-asphalt (instead of concrete) in keeping with CC Drive and side streets. No sidewalk on west side of street. • Old Dixie — lay groundwork with PBC and FDOT for the eventual control of the roadway • US 1— continue improvements (decorative lighting) landscaping over time with MPO grants and State funding. Note — some of these projects may be accomplished through the expanded Public Works department. Lighting and Signage - Map out a grid of existing FPL-provided lights including cobra-heads, lantem style and others. • Fill in at even lengths to provide consistency and overlapping lighting as appropriate to the coverage areas; • Convert to LED technology using as many FPL-provided fixtures as possible — cost factors; � Design and finatize the logo to be used on ALL Village signage (not regulated by FDO�. Watermark style perhaps that can be the backdrop for signs, banners, etc. Pick a color (or palette of colors) based on ease of visibility during both day and night. STICK WITH IT; • Highly visible "�Ilage of Tequesta° monument signage and decorative lighting at all major gateways to the �Ilage. Parks and Recreation Areas • Constitution Park — update and upgrade. Work with Greg to identify new installations that make the most sense and are easily maintained. I have no preference for what that would be; • Parks and Rec Center — Work with Greg to determine what configuration, addition, etc. will best serve our residents. Consider rental spaces; fee-based after-school care, etc.; • Station 11 — Community Hall? Rental space? Sale may not yield enough $ to consider, � Tequesta Park - invest in creating and promoting a more user-friendly park; on-site rec staff at some point may make sense; upgrade dog park area to include seating, shade trees, double entry gates, etc. Gato park for Tequesta Fest and Chili Cook-off if Paradise Park access is lost; • Paradise Park — with the exception of Tequesta Fest and Chili Cook-off, dog owners are most often seen using the park. Usage not guaranteed; possible joint venture with owner to assure access to some portion of the park; • Remembrance Park — reconsider sale as a means to implement the above suggestions — passive park needs maintenance and likely will have low usage — escrow funds to upgrade other parks; • Coral Cove Park — continue conversation with PBC for beach control and establish public safety sutrstation more important because of pending US 1 Bridge closure in 2020. Funding and Other Considerations: • MPO Funding — increase chances by networking Village streets with FDOT complete streets programs; • Tequesta Park — State $$ may be available to upgrade this facility; State funding to continue path from Martin County Line to the Park; Martin County being asked to continue the path to Old Dixie; • US1 Bridge closure — provides an opportunity to negotiate fire rescue contracts for all unincorporated properties north of the bridge. Access by PBC Fire Station at Burt Reynolds Park will be cut off. capital projects being considered. This may actually be an inroad to the Shemff for the same reason. • Annexation — begin conversation with State legislature which sets the minimum amourrt of property required for an automatic annexation. Continue conversation with PBC for possible top-down annexation support. • All Aboard Florida — continue ... ... ...... ...... , � 10 Year �: Capital Improvements Wish List Vice-Mayor Vince Arena 1. Lights on other side of bridge 2. US 1 3. Tequesta Drive a. Bike b. Sidewalks 4. Remembrance Park 5. Sidewalks (Country Club Drive) 6. Front area of Tequesta Park 7. "Re-paint" or "Pressure Clean" bridge 8. Change out entrance signs a. Four (4) total plus one (1) in Country Club back 9. Paddle board area by bridge (NE corner) 10. Water park in Constitution Park 11. Figure out what to do with old fire building on Seabrook 10 Year Capital Improvements Wish List Council Member Frank D'Ambra 1. US 1—(it would be nice to ultimately add new decorative lighting the entire stretch.) 2. Tequesta Drive repaving with concrete sidewalks, both sides of street and decorative lighting 3. Country Club — Concrete Sidewalks both sides of street and decorative lighting 4. Curbs on both Tequesta Drive and Country Club 5. Seabrook - add decorative lighting. 6. All new streeUroad signs on all Tequesta Roads 7. New Village entry markers on US 1, Old Dixie, County Line, and Seabrook & Country Club 8� on the island. 8. Constitution Park — Splash Park Addition 9. Constitution Park — New facilities building 10. Tequesta Park — Complete park wide upgrade 11. Paradise Park — Purchase & Enhance 12. Remembrance Park — Sell 13. Old Fire Building — Sell 14. Old Dixie — take ownership from County with an appropriate sum to renovate to new Tequesta standards. (Gain Jupiter's consent for Tequesta to annex area north of A1A and between US 1 and Old Dixie) 15. New/enhanced landscape p�antings on all main thoroughfares, Tequesta Drive, Country Club, Seabrook, Old Dixie & Tequesta side of County Line. Water Utility 1. Replace asbestos pipes. , 10 Year Capital Improvements Wish List Council Member Steve Okun A Capital Improvement Plan provides for a relatively short-range acquisition and financial engineering plan that: 1. Identifies capital improvement needs and associated equipment purchases 2. Provides an adaptable prioritized planning & phased implementation schedule 3. Identifies funding options that provide for the financial acquisition and sustainability of support good & services. A 10-year projection of Capital Improvements in an achievable format, and can be scaled to suit realistic management capacity related to the scope of activity. While the list of desired capital improvements for consideration can be extensive and far-reaching, the actual number of improvements will adapt annually according to need, and prioritized order of necessity and financial capability. Safeguarding the health and welfare of the Village continuously remains the top priority for action. RECOMMENDATIONS [in no particular order] FOR CONSIDERATION • RRR of Tequesta Drive from Old Dixie Highway Railroad tracks westward to Riverside Drive, along with RRR of a small adjoining portion of Riverside Drive from southern municipal property line to the intersection of Riverside Drive S. and Tequesta Drive. • Sidewalk repairs & construction in various areas within the Village. Ultimately, the Village should consider a Village-wide sidewalk 8� curbing development plan. An inspection & grading assessment should list the specific areas to determine priorities once a "standard" is established. • Village-wide beautification program with enhanced landscaping complemented by select indirect LED lighting. A phased development plan would identify and prioritize phases in concert with upgraded Village Public Works capabilities. • Establishing Tequesta Gateway Monument Signage & Landscaping at all community entry/exit points of Federal Hwy-US-1, Old Dixie Highway, Riverside Drive, and Seabrook. These gateway monuments should be lighted by cost-effective LED illumination. • New logo-identified signage designating the when/where confines of the Village of Tequesta. • Centralize resources by acquiring real estate adjacent to and contiguous with the existing Park & Rec./Constitution Park complex for expansion. • Replacing or upgrading the existing Park & Recreation facility with a 2-story complex. • Phased integration of LED street lighting for cost-effective lifetime illumination along the entire span of major streets. • Acquisition through negotiation with County of Old Dixie Highway roadway 8� easement within the Village confines. • Acquisition through annexation or other means of real estate within the existing US-1 corridor to the intersection of US-1 and Alternate A1A. • Acquisition through annexation or other means of real estate within the existing Old Dixie Highway north of intersection of Alternate A1A and Old Dixie Highway to Village line. • Acquisition of a larger rigid-hull marine vessel for combined use by Tequesta Emergency Services. • Augmenting Constitution Park facilities with a children's °splash park° 8 community pool. • Upgrade and enhance curb appeal and select areas within Tequesta Park. • Upgrade signage program �Ilage-wide with logo and provide directional signage to essential municipal sites such as Police, Fire-Rescue, Park � Rec, municipal campus, and water department. • Explore public-private partnership for strategic development of existing Paradise Park site. • Establish an emergency services sub-station at County's Coral Cove Park on Jupiter Island. Many of the Image suggestions are intended to upgrade perceptions in anticipation of the increased rail activity (trafFc congestion, noise, etc.) that risk compromise to land values. Spiraling erosion of land values will lower ad valorem that in tum raise the need to increase revenues to compensate. Major source of revenue is ad valorem taxes. Ta�cpayer Relief: Greater emphasis must be placed on emergency services enterprise initiatives to generate and supplement non-ad valorem revenues.