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Minutes
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
February 12, 1992
Members Present:
Chairman Mr. Hunt, Ms. Donovan, Ms.
Garris, Messrs. Jonson, DeB~aker, Foley,
Reuter, Davis III.
Member Absent:
Mr. Perry
Also Present:
T. H. Miller, Assistant Director /
Environmental; Kathy Rice, Deputy City
Manager; Mark Roether, Nursery Supt.,
Parks & Recreation; Wes Clarke, resident
and Viola Wasilewski Recording Secretary.
The meeting was called to order at 4:00 P.M. by the Cha~rman,
Mr. Hunt, in Conference Room B at the City Hall Annex on February
8, 1992.
I _ ROUTINE AGENDA
A. REVIEW MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Motion made by Mr. Davis to approve minutes of January 8, 1991 as
submitted. Motion was seconded and unanimously approved.
B. CONFIRMING AGENDA.
As no corrections or additions were made to the agenda, it was
accepted as presented.
II. PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA
A. ROUTINE I'rEMS
Mr. Miller informed committee members that the Environmental
Reinspection Program has been initiated. An outline of this
program appeared in the st. Petersburg Times. Commercial property
owners of Clearwater in "Phase A" have received their letters.
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Mr. Hunt inquired as to the present status of Stevenson Creek in
Phase I. Mr. Miller informed the members that Phase I permitting
has been completed and construction has begun. Work is presently
underway at Cleveland Bridge and in the mitigation area. Some
problems had occurred at the onset of construction, due in large
part to the former contractor; but conditions are presently under
proper supervision, and minimum difficulties are eKpected with the
llew contractor.
Phase II Stevenson Creek permi ts have been submi tted, and Mr.
Miller explained some of the delays that are presently being
experienced and reasons for such delays. A draft response to the
Florida Department of Environmental Regulation's 30 day letter is
now being reviewed by staff.
B. WEED REMOVAL
Mr. Miller described the water system of Cliff Stevenson Park. He
explained that the main purpose of the weed control program is not
to kill emergent or planted vegetation, but to control floating
vegetation to insure proper drainage.
Citizen concern's have been expressed over the inadvertent
elimination of native shore line vegetation. This area is usually
sprayed on a regular basis, but because of citizens concern, no
chemical applications were applied since the first of September,
and as a result had become overgrown. Mr. Miller explained that
precautions are used by the spraying crew. Mr. Mark Roether, City
Nursery Superintendent also gave some detail as to why the present
conditions exists and expressed his views on the situation. The
county has mechanical harvesting equipment, and stated that they
would be willing to come in on a one time basis to assist with this
problem.
A cost comparison \V'as presented to the committee members on
mechanical versus chemical weed removal, emphasizing that the fee
was only for removal of present weed problems. A discl;lssion ensued
as to other possible means of removal and problems that could be
encountered. Some discussion was held on re-vegetating this area.
Mr. Wes Clarke,
recommendations and
had received from a
this system.
Mr. Clarke emphasized that the effect on the environment at the
present time and in the future must be taken into considerat~on.
Mr. Roether suggested that a system be eventually looked into that
would totally reduce or lower chemical usage by an aquascape
planting program to eliminate herbicide use.
a resident of the area, presented his
options. Mr. Clarke shared the infonnation. he
mechanical contractor and the capabilities of
Following lengthy discussion on this subject, motion was made by
Mr. Foley that the City Staff take steps to maintain aquatics in
Cliff Stevens park in a way that will reduce or eliminate chen~cal
spraying and Rot h.:lrm the ecoJ.ogy. Ms. Donovan seconded motion.
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Five in favor, three against, motion carried.
III. SUBCOMMITTEE STATUS REPORTS
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A. Wastewater Reuse
Mr. Davis stated that a meeting was held by the subcommittee with
Mr. Torn Burke of Camp Dresser & McKee, where the plan was explained
to them. Call to action was that an amendment was needed subject
to public review a t this point to take advantage of financial
benefi ts presently available, The Environmental Advisory Committee
(EAC) subcommittee recommended that the City proceed with the plan
to expand the reclaimed water system as proposed. Mr. Davis gave
a brief review of some of the concerns, such as fees, advantages
and marketability. Recycled water used for irrigation purposes
would addresses about 35% of water usage in Pinellas County. A
short discussion followed.
Motion was to accept Mr. Davis' memo to Commissioners, as submitted
to the committee, with the exception of changing subcommittee to
read Environmental Advisory Committee. Motiorl seconded by Ann
Garris. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Watershed Management Subcommittee
Mr. Hunt distributed information related to this agenda item, and
sta ted that the Water shed Subcammi ttee had conducted meetings. The
City Commission had asked if the EAC endorsed the remainder of the
Comprehensive Watershed Management CDntract. The motion pres~nted
by Mr. Hunt was that the EAC recommends that the City CommissiDn
approve the remainder of the Watershed Management Contract. 'Mr.
Hunt stated that Mr. DeBlaker, as a member of the Subcommittee,
recommended that the City go forward with the contract, and Mr.
Hunt concurred. A discus sian fol~owed and the motion passed
unanimously.
C. Organization
Mr. Jonson stated there was no status report on organization.
IV. OLD BUSINESS
A. Membership Vacancy
Mr. Miller stated that the City C~erk's office indicated that
since the resigned member was appointed by the Mayor, the Nayor,
would make that decision. ~s. Rice advised that the Mayor has been
out of town and is presently working upon selecting a merr~er for
that position.
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B. RAe Action Plan for FY 1992
14r. Hunt referenced the draft letter attached to the January
ninutes. Mr. Hunt stated that the Committee needed to develop an
Action Plan for FY 1992, in an effort to improve the usefulness'of
an Environmental Advisory Committee. The draft letter outlined
three primary objectives.
~he first objective proposed was presented as a statement that the
City of Clearw~ter's Environmental program was well directed and
that the Environmental Advisory Committee should assist in
increasing public awareness. The Motion was made by Mr. Hunt, and
seconded by Ms. Garris to enhance the committee's publicity
contributions. Ms. Garris volunteered to advance this effort.
Motion passed unanimously and Ms. Garris's offer was acknowledged.
~he second objective proposed active committee involvement in the
implementation of Environmental project work efforts. Mr. Hunt
commented that if this were to be acceptable to all meniliers as a
new work area, he would expect a volunteer to oversee this
activity. The volunteer would be expected to oversee the
implementation and successful conclusion of the activity.
Discussion followed with at least one committee member questioning
the focus of the effort as being outside the focus of the
committee. It was the general consensus of the Committee that time
would be better spent by raising environmental awareness among City
residents. (Objective 1)
Thirdly, the Committee will continue to provide adminj,strative
oversight of City environmental programs.
Mr. Hunt also requested that everyone, including City Staff,
consider additional projects that might be undertaken by the EAC
for the next meeting as well.
v . ~ NEW BUS INESS
Recommendations were made for commission consideration (see
attached February 15 memo) confirming subcommittee
recommendations.
Watershed Management contract recommendations
Wastewater Recommendations
C. Long Term Agenda
Discussion followed regarding Long Range Projects. Members to, be
prepared at next meeting to submit additional suggestions.
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Mr. Foley stated he believes the EAC should be aware of what is
occurring on the Bluff issue."
Inquiring was made as to tree removal on median. Mr. Miller stated
he would look into the matter.
The next meeting was scheduled for March 11, 1992 at 4:00 PM.
Motion was made for adjournment at 6:30 by Mr. Hunt, Ms. A. Garris
seconded motion.
Respectfully submitted by Viola Wasilewski, Staff Assistant II.
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