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March 14, 1983
The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met in briefing session
at the City Hall, Monday, March 14, 1983, at 1:32 p.m., with the following
members present:
Kathleen F. Kelly
Rita Garvey
James L. Barfield
William G. Justice
Absent:
James Calderbank
Also present were:
Anthony L. Shoemaker
Frank Kowalski
Lucille Williams
Mayor-Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
City Manager
Chief Assistant City Attorney
City Clerk
The Mayor called the meeting to order and the following items were
discussed.
Rea onses to Cit Commission uestions.
Police Chief Klein, in response to Commissioner Barfield's questions,
reported on problems at the beach parking lots. He noted that at the south
beach lot complaints of noise in the early morning hours was a result of
bars in the area closing and from patrons of these establishments. He
stated the only alternative was to close the lot completely.
Further discussion ensued on sand blown up by recent windstorms,
obscuring the signs which denoted some areas as allowing parking from 9:00
p.m, to 6:00 a.m. The City Manager reported it will take at least a week
to clear the sand.
The Police Chief also reported that he and the Traffic Engineer had
discussed changes to the parking lot with Ken Hamilton, the South Beach
Concession property owner.
In response to questions on leasing of the City owned gasoline service
station at 49 Causeway Boulevard, the City Manager responded that staff
intends to solicit proposals using the same criteria as had been developed
when staff was instructed to negotiate a lease with Messrs. Hunt and Davy.
Staff will also include an alternate proposal which would request from
major oil companies, whereby they would be permitted to "brand" the station
and supply gasoline to a station operator selected by the City through
a separate proposal. The major gasoline supplier would pay a fee for this
right. Any individual desiring to operate the station would submit a
proposal, including a fee he would pay to the City for this right. The
City would then, at its expense, replace the gasoline tanks, roof, and
upgrade the general appearance of the station. The City Manager reported
that the item should come back to the Commission in approximately 45 days.
Max Battle, Public Works Director, reported on the drainage problem
on Clearwater Beach. He reviewed the situation and stated it is a basic
problem because the intersections on the beach are all below sea level.
A new sewer line and pump are proposed to help alleviate the problem.
The best they can possibly do is remove the water as fast as possible when
the tide goes out. The Public Works Director stated a contract should
be awarded in approximately 60 days.
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At the intersection of Logan and Saturn, the Public Works Director
reported seal-coat was applied and as a result we did not lose the street
from flooding in the area.
On MoLennon Park, he reported the pipeline runs through the park and
it was necessary to store the pipes in the park. The park will be restored
to its original condition when the work is finished.
Commissioner Barfield requested the status of the overall master
drainage plan. The Public Works Director reported that with the exception
of the beach the City was in good shape.
Keene Road extension, the City Manager reported in response to Mrs.
Cornillaud's letter, will be constructed and completed prior to
certificates of occupancy for this Section 8 housing being issued. He also
noted requests had been received for the extension of Drew Street, Myrtle
Avenue and Druid Road.
Mr. Battle noted there will be a new lift station to alleviate the
drainage problem of the Apartment Condo on Saturn Avenue. The occupant
or owners will pay a pro-rata sha;-o.
Commissioner Garvey noted that Keene Road ROW was in need of clearing
as both trucks and oars were parked or abandoned in the area.
City_Commission Meeting Procedures.
The City Commission currently meets at a scheduled meeting on Mondays
preceding the Work Session to the regularly scheduled Thursday meeting.
This meeting is held to discuss and adopt City Attorney Reports. A
proposed amendment was presented to allow additional items to be
considered. Discussion ensued and suggestion was made to start the
meetings earlier in the day on Thursday with no support to continue Monday
meetings. The City Manager will draft a resolution to delete the Monday
meetings after the April 4, 1983 date because of advertised items.
Discussion also ensued on the awarding of. Service Pins at the work
session for those employees who do not wish to return in the evening.
PropertX Transactions to Sell City Surplus Properties.
These properties were advertised for bid January 1983. One bid oama
in over the minimum for the property located between Myrtle Avenue and
Fern Avenue and between Drew and Jones Streets. The other property
received no bids during the advertised period but the applicants have since
offered the minimum price for the property an the NW corner of Magnolia
and Ldenville Avenues. Agreements for sale have been drafted and the
recommendation is for approval. All closing costs will be paid by the
purchaser.
State Road 60 Committee.
This is an ad-hoc committee whose purpose was to find an alternative
route for State Road 60. The members are appointed annually. A letter
was received from Mr. Powell requesting the committee be dissolved and the
item will be pulled from the agenda.
Little League Baseball,Complex - Countryside.
Two temporary Little League fields are being constructed; however,
a permanent four-,field lighted complex is on the drawing board to be ready
for the 1985 season. This complex would satisfy the needs into the
foreseeable future. The four proposed fields would be constructed on
Countryside Tract 61, land conveyed to the City by U. S. Homes to satisfy
Parkland Dedication requirements. Tract 61 is located on Curlew Road at
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Landmark Drive and the recommendation is to establish a new Capital
Improvement Budget Code for the complex and authorize the transfer of
$12,730 from uncommitted Parkland Dedication Fees. This is a heavily
wooded area and a buffer will be constructed between the complex and the
residences.
Budget Advisor Committee.
A series of resolutions from surrounding commnunities to establish
a budget advisory board has been distributed to each commissioner with
a suggestion they review the resolutions and consider what type of
involvement and responsibility they wish to assign to an advisory
committee. Each of the surrounding communities has taken a different t
approach in creating the committee. Consensus of the Commission was that
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the Committee would give advice and make recommendations. They would be
a suggestion tool. The Commission will advise the City Manager what should 4j
go into the resolution or ordinanoe.
Vice-Mayor.
The City Charter requires a vioe-mayor be appointed at the first
meeting following installation of Commission members. The Vice-Mayor acts
during the absence or inability of the Mayor to perform the duties of the
Office of the Mayor. '
Downtown Development Board.
The City Code of Ordinances requires the Mayor or a Commissioner to
serve in the position of Commissioner-Board Member on the Downtown
Development Board. The City Manager is a Ex-officio member of the board.
Discussion ensued on the conflict of interest for a commissioner to vote
on the same issue at different meetings.
Tri-Shaw Enterprises.
The applicant bas requested an occupational license to operate a three
wheel bicycle vehicle on Clearwater Beach to be known as Tri-Shaw
Enterprises. The (application was denied as staff felt is was not
consistent with City Commission policy of not allowing unusual types of
commercial activities to occur on Clearwater Beach. This operation could
create traffic problems, both vehicular and pedestrian.
Sever Pipes.
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A serious leak in the force main accross Clearwater Bay in February, vff¢
resulted in a need to purchase sewer pipe under emergency basis. Deliver
}YYx. rssr ; was nritical in order to minimize damage to the environment.
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A cruiser was involved in an accident and damaged beyond economical 4'+>
40l t?,t3 repair. It must be replaced as soon as possible to avoid impacting police ;w
? law enforcement operations. The out-off date for 1983 model police
p,l cruisers from Kenyon Dodge was March 11. The order was placed at the same b•,:: s
•, ?r?' price as the original bid for 15 cruisers.
Edgewater Drive Land Acquisition. }1
The $370,000 estimated cost of land acquisition and related
r professional fees was approved by the City Commission in October, 1982;
however, a jury awarded the property owners $550,000 resulting in a total estimated cost of $600,00. This additional cost can be financed by a
combination of funding from three different sources: 1) Land Sales
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Revenues; 2) Parkland Dedication Fees; and 3) Additional borrowing.
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Force Main -Repair,
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In February 1983, a leak was discovered in the force main which
carries untreated sewage from tho north end of Clearwater Beach to Island
Estates. Because of the health hazards created by untreated sewage
pollution, a state of emergency was declared. Repair action began as soon
as inspection results were in. Inter-Bay Marine Construction was called
in and authorized to proceed with work until the force main was repaired.
This was considered an emergency condition and the Purchasing Officer
recommends approval.
Revalidation - Fair Oaks (Now Fairwood Forest) Townhouses PSP 80-32.
The property is located west of and abutting Fairwood Avenue, north
of Drew Street.
A Residential Planned Development of 109 townhouses is proposed for
the site. The present owner is requesting the plan be revalidated and
the original completion date be extended two years.
Jennifer Office Complex PSP-83-7.
The property is located east of U. S. 19 and north of S. R. 588.
The complex has been under construction since 1981 and individual parcels
are brought back for commission review. This site will be developed with
three one-story buildings to be utilized as offices.
Staff has two concerns to be addressed: 1) elimination of parking
spaces which back-out on the service road and relocation of a handicap
space; and 2) recalculation of open space figures to show impermeable lot
coverage.
Land Use Plan Amendment and Zoning Change (U. S. Homes/Luton Properties,
Inc) LUP-83-22, Z-83-29.
The property is located on the north side of Main Street, east of
U. S. 19. It is vacant and the property will be developed with a fraternal
lodge. However, the applicant must request approval of a Special Exception
by the Board of Adjustment and Appeal on Zoning following approval of the
ISP zoning.
Zoning Atlas Amendment - MoNeel/Uniflex/Cornerstone Prop PSP-83-2.
The property is located on the south side of N.E. Coachman Road
between U. S. 19 on the east and the Florida Power ROW on the west. The
site is undeveloped and the applicant plans apartments.
Staff recommends a number of conditions, including the terms of the
agreement dated July 1981 be complied with; billboards located on the site
be removed; and that retention requirements meet the approval of the City
Engineer.
The Planning Director recommended the request be approved without
the fence plan, which will come back at a later date.
Sign Appeal - Birge Meat Market.
Birge Meat Market has requested retaining six 13-by-14 foot signs
on the east elevation of their building located at Court Street and Myrtle
Avenue. The Board of Adjustment and Appeal on Signs denied the request
and the applicant has filed an appeal of the decision to the City
Commission.
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Petition for Annexation - Texaco Ina A-83-5.
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The property is located at the southwest intersetion of U. S. 19 and
Drew Street. The applicant plans to construct a gasoline service center
and car wash. Construction will be permitted in the County prior to the
effectuation of the annexation. The applicant is seeking city water and
sewer service.
Termination of Restrictions - U. S. Homes.
The restrictions were placed on properties identified as Tract Z and
II and located generally east and west of Fairwood Avenue from Edenwood
Street south to Seaboard Coast Line Railroad and on southward to Dreg
Street. The restrictions limited the development to 1650 residential
units. Presently, only 795 units have been constructed on the two tracts
and approximately 580 additional units are permitted based on the current
zoning designations, rendering the Restrictions moot.
The City was not a party to the Restrictions but was brought into ti
the matter because the Restrictions stipulate that termination occur only
with the approval of the City Commission at a public hearing.
Zoning Ordinance Text Change. Section 131.200 - Waterfront Property
Setbacks and to add a new Section 1 1.1058 Transfer of Development Rights'. f,
These are two interrelated issues which are not covered in the zoning `it3
Ordinance. Proposed amendments include establishment of the Coastal ?.
Construction Line as the point of measurement for building setback along
the Gulf of Mexico. Presently the code requires a setback of 50 feet from the mean high water line which is meaningless in most instances, given
the amount of accretion which has occured naturally or through .,
renourishment.
The second amendment deals with the transfer of development rights
r. (density and related improvements). This section will establish procedure
r?? and guidelines by which the City,Commission may authorize transfer of
development rights in a manner that recognizes unique situations and
encourages protection of valuable environmental and open space areas
consistent with public health, safety and welfare. The transfer of
r development rights may be authorized only in the course of site plan '-
approvals and will only apply to projects of eight or more units.
Verbal Reports.
The City Manager reported an invitation from the Phillies to the City
Commission for Friday, March 25, 1983 at the Holiday Inn Surfside.
` However, this will conflict with the Fun N' Sun parade and festivities.
He also noted an invitation from the Greater Clearwater Chamber of Commerce
`•' on March 31, for a reception to be held in honor of Mayor Kelly at 5:30
P.M.
He will copy for the Commission an analysis of the Gulfview Parking
Lot and the experiment last ?
year of charging a 1.00 flat fee at Easter
time.
The Traffic Engineer feels there are greater disadvantages to that
proposition as new meters have been installed which require 350 per hour.
Other Commission Action.
Commissioner Garve suggested that Fulmers Photo Studio take
the Commission picture outside of the Chamber or at another time rather
than preceding a Commission Meeting. She also suggested wooden signs be
posted on Clearwater Beach instead of the metal ones.
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!She questioned the use of petunias.lat Crest Lake and not on the
Causeway. She noted a school bus being parked on the Causeway, north of
Island Estates. She suggested the Commission work with various
organizations such as the NAACP, SEPIA, OIC9 etc., to redevelop
oommunications with the North Greenwood Area. A meeting could be held
on a Monday but not a work session day, sometime toward the and of March,
or the beginning of April. She suggested a line item be developed in next
years budget for trial attorneys.
Commissioner Berfield requested a response by the City Manager to
a letter dated March 10, 1983, from Rowand, Ino., that related to the
property under discussion for a Seabird Sanctuary. A church has been
searching for a five-aore building site in the Countryside area-and wishes
to share in a cooperative venture with the Seabird Sanctuary.
He requested the status of a drainage problem on Byron Drive.
Commission Justice suggested the Commission plan a retreat for the
purpose of planning and setting long range goals. He also questioned
whether the Classic Theatre had reopened.
Mayor Kelly noted a fine newspaper article on the Seabird Sanctuary.
She stated she had thanked Mr. Fletcher for the gifts presented on March
3, 1983, and they could be seen in her office.
Discussion ensued on the policy of accepting gifts and L•he ethics
ordinance criteria.
Mayor_Kelly suggested a "Sparkling Clearwater Awareness Week" for
a major cleanup campaign during October or November.
Meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
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