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EAC A.genda
CITY OF CLLEARWATER
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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March 1Ir 1992 @ 4PM
I . Routine Agenda... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _. . . Hunt
1. Minutes Approval
2. Confirm Agenda
II. Public Works Agenda
1. ROll tine Items.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . Miller
a. Commission Actions
b. Cliff Stevens Park
c. Waste Oil Contamination Event
d. Wetland Clearing Issue
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2. Special Items
a. Recycling Discussion... ..... ..p.. .Rice
b, TBNEP Eco-Neighborhood progran..Niller
III . Subcommittee St?-'tus Reports
1. Wa stewa ter Reuse. , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ . . Davis
2. Watershed Management... ....DeB~a~er!Mil1er
3. Publicity. .... ..... .... ..... ..... ...Garris
4. Regulatory & Enforcement.... ..... ... .Foley
5. Organization/Budget. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... Jonson
IV. Old Business
1. Hembership Vacancy............... ..... .Rice
2. Six Month Agenda Authorization... ..... .Hunt
V. New Business
1. Subcommittee Volunteers
2. Other
VI. Adjourn @ 6:30pm.
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Minutes
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
February 12, 1992
Members Present:
Chairman Mr. Hunt, Ms. Donovan, Ms.
Garris, Messrs. Jonson, DeBlaker, Foley,
Reuter, Davis IrI.
Member Absent:
Mr. Perry
Also Present:
T. H. Miller, Assistant Director /
Environmental; I<athy 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 Chairman,
Mr. Hunt, in Conference Room B at the City Hall Annex on February
8, 1992.
I . ROlJTrNE 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. CONFrRMING AGENDA.
As no corrections or additions were made to the agenda, it was
accepted as presented.
II. PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA
A. ROUTINE ITEMS
Mr. Miller informed cornmi ttee 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 mi tigation 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 expected with the new
contractor.
Phase II Stevenson Creek permits have been submitted, 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 REMOVAJ~
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 was presented to the committee members on
mechanical versus chemical weed removal, emphasizing that the fee
was only for removal of present weed problems. A discussion 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 consideration.
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 information 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 chemical
spraying and ~m the ecology. Ms. Donovan seconded motion.
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III. SUBCOMMITTEE STATUS REPORTS
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 at this point to take advantage of financial
benef its 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. Motion seconded by Ann
Garris. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Watershed Management Subcommittee
Mr. Hunt distributed information related to this agenda item, and
stated that the Watershed Subcommittee had conducted meetings. The
City Commission had asked if the EAC endorsed the remainder of the
Comprehensive Watershed Management Contract. The motion presented
by Mr. Hunt was that the EAC recommends that the City Commission
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 discussion followed 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 Clerk's office indicated that
since the resigned member was appointed by the. Mayor, the Mayor
would make that decision. Ms. Rice advised that the Mayor has been
out of town and is presently working upon selecting a member for
that position.
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B. EAC Action Plan for FY 1992
Mr. Hunt referenced the draft letter attached to the January
minutes. 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.
The first objective proposed was presented as a statement that the
City of Clearwater'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.
The 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 members 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)
ThiJ:dly, the Committee v'lill continue to provide administrative
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,
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v. NEW BUSINESS
Recommendations were made for commission consideration (see
attached February 15 memo) confirming subcommittee
recommendations.
Wa'tershed Management contract reconnnenda tions
Wastewater Recommendations
C. Long 'l'erm Agenda
Discussion followed regarding Long Range Projects. Members to be
prepared at next meeting to submit additional suggestions.
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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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TO: Clearwater City Commission
via: T. H. Miller, Asst.Director PW/Environmental
FROM: Env:il".;'.mrnmntal ?klvisory Committee CEAC)
SUBJECT: EAC actions at 12 Feb 92 meeting.
1. Thp- E(~C rc~c(:.,n(flr?nd5 that -the City Cotntnissil:ln apprl:,ve the
I" ema:i rldl:~l" Q f t t-)c.:~ Comp)' l~h (?on s i ve Wat el~ 5 hed Management
Master Plan contractual authorization.
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2. The EAC: l"E~conHnG:~ncls that the City of CleaY"\>.1ater pY"clI:eed
\oJ i .\; II t 11 f:? 111 i::\ n s toe :q) and the )" eel a i 1m:? d \oJ ate r s y s t em t 1:1
reI i.r.~Vf~ thf';) irnp(~nding severe prc,blerns assclI: iated wi.th
p LIInp i n 9 IN a t P-l" '=' lxl; 0 f t 1.1 e un d fo? r 9 r .:. Ll n d a q Lli f e 1'" .
3 . T h .2 E () C I" fE! (; 0:. If\ rn e n tI s t h c:\ t the C i t Y t a k est e pst 1:1 m a i n t a i n
aquatics in Cliff Stevens Park in a manner other than
I: h e III i .: i:.i 1 5 P I" [). Y i n 9 an cI n .:' t h arm f Lll t '=1 the e.: 1:.1.:1 9 y .
4. The EAC plans to inC)'f:?aSf? its efforts 'tCI raise the
environmental B\>.1areness of the community.
5. The EAC endorses recent Commission initiation of the
Environmental Re-lnspection Regulatory Enforcement
Program and adoption of watering restrictions.
6. The EAC is reviewing its near term agenda emphasis plans
and (~Ill: ,:,ur ag(?s t 11 E~ C: it y Cornm is!:; i ,:.n t;o i dent if Y spel: i f i I:
areas of concern in which EAC review may be beneficial
to Cornmission assessments and decisions.
7. Supportive summary information appears in attachment A.
Subst"ntial details .:"n lJe P~l~
Har ,:11 d W. Hunt
EAC: Ch a i I" man
Atta.:hment
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1. The EAC recommends that the City Commission approve the
remainder of the Compyehensive Watershed Management
Master Plan contractual authoriza~ion_
The EAC has reviewed the Comprehensive Storm Water and
Watershed Management Master Plan proposal submitted by the
KEA/Weston Team and compayed that plan with the City of
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan. The EAC has concluded that
the Comprehensive Stoym ~ater and Watershed Management
Mastel" Plan propo~i<3.l t:ove1"S all l"elev<"::'\Ilt elements of the
City compl"(.:!hensive F'li::\II. The r~AC ha~.> been assured that City
Staff will perform as many elements of the NPDES contract as
'fe'~<:::ible tl-'lc:>l"E.~I'')v ]"')('.1lr i r'CI ,'.,',t::tc: 't,." I-:ity ta'lrJaypys Simil :.\1"
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City Stt:\ff 1~evie',.,I~5 ~.;ill be cc,nducted on the balance of th~
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2. The EAC recommends that the City of Clearwater proceed
with the plans to expand the reclaimed yater system to
relieve the impending severe problems associated with
pumping water aut of the underground aquifer.
There are financial benefits to proceeding now because
of D.E.R. low interest loan approvals and S.W.F.W.M.D.
Grants in place for this fiscal year.
The E(~C Lll'"gef5 the Comrnif::,f:"i:i.oners to fami lc=tl" ize thems;elves
with St. Petersbuyg Beach1s plans to implement their system.
The EAC believes the St. Petersburg approach effectively
r;Ul::.:;wel' ~5 t h (.;.? may h;?t in 9 P rob 1 em~"5 0 f 1" el: I aimed wa t ey and
l"esolves thf?:l 1If!lI::tndato1ry Ol~ volunta1ry" question.
3. The EAC recommends that the City take steps to maintain
aquatics in Cliff Stevens Park in a manner other than
chemical spraying and not harmful to the ecology.
The EAC envisions an opportunity for the City of
Clearwater to establ ish a model program demonstrating the
application of environmentally suitable procedures for the
benefit of its citizens. The problem of controlling
undesirable aquatic g~owth will arise at many of the City' 5
retention ponds and creeks. A solution to this widespread
problem .is needed. Advantage should be taken of the no-cost
offer by the county to perform an initial clean-up of the
current pl'oblem. The additional cost of manual weed removal
(vs chemical) in thf? futU1....f::? ~~;hoLlld be establ ished and
weighed in the light of environmental enhancement.
Commission authorization of Clearwater City Staff leadership
in addressing this problem is encouraged. Cliff Stevens
Park can be returned to a scenic and enjoyable attraction.
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4. The EAC plans to increase its efforts to raise the
environmenta1 awareness of the community.
The EAC believes the City of Clearwater Environmental
Program is well directed and that its continued effective-
ness can be further enhanced through increased public
awareness. Accordingly, the EAC will strive to assist in
publicizing these excellent ongoing efforts in order to
achieve increased community participation in city sponsored
activities and support for required funding actions. The
EAC will participate in and support City sponsored programs
and public meetings directed at increased community
awareness of environmental programs such as the watershed
management i:\ncl 1'. t")C 1 aimed '..oJat f:!l~ i ~;Sl~les l~ e.: ant I y I'" BV i ewed.
The EAC proposes to stress provision of news articles'
and similar widely distributed information channels (utility
bills, city activity reports etc.) to enhance publicity.
Commendable, recent, city staff activities to cite include:
-The recently adopted environmental reinspect ion plan.
-Inclusion of environmental considerations in building and
impr .:.vernf.~nt p (=rfn it Yl:?qu i r ement s.
-Currently applicable rules on tyimming mangroves.
-Pursuit of compensation from violators of regulations.
-Satisfactory City/Developer tree replacement accomodation.
-Accomodation of identified/funded County needs to resolv~
Lake Chataqua contamination problems as applicable.
The E A C (= ~/~ P e C t s t c. ': on tin I.Jr~ t c. p r c. v ide ad m i n i s t rat i ve
oversight of objectives/approaches and budgets of City
environmental programs.
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LONG TERM AGENDA (7 Mos).... . Candidates????
County/City NPDES Effort Coordination
Community awareness enhancement plans..?
Beautification/StY"eet trees/Billboards.?
C 1 eaY" wa t er HI3, r bor ',,'
(Clean-up/Causeway Flush/Dunedin Pass/)
Regulatory Enforcement Recommendations..?
compliance actions/building code actions
Watershed Management Status update.. .....7
(AlIens Creek / Alligator Creek)
Reclaimed water status update...?
QLlest i.:.nail"e for EAC: accompl ishments/plans
(Response due by 25 Sept)
Student participation plan. ....?,
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Accomplishments Review / Prelim '32/93 Plans
Nominations for '92/93 Officers
Election of OfficeY"s/Confirm continuation/emphasis
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~~eclaimed Water Subco~ittee
,{V(r G. Davis III Chairman
Meeting with camp Dresser & McKee
Thursday January 30, 1992
IN ATTENDANCE: Mssrs. Davis, Perry, Rueter, Hunt & Ms.
Donovan of EAC.
Mssrs. Miller & Henderson of City staff.
Mr. Burke of CMD
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The ~committee recommends that the City of Clearwater
proceed with the plans to expand the reclaimed water system
to relieve the impending severe problems associated with
pumping water out of the underground aquifer.(( There are
financial benefits to proceed now because of D.E.R. low
interest loan approvals and S.W.F.W.M.D. Grants in place for.
this fiscal year.
We urge the Commissioners to familiarize th.emselves with sf.
Petersburg Beach's plans to rollout their system. We feel
it effectively answers th.e marketing problems of reclaimed
water and resolves the "mandatory or voluntary" question.
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TO: Harold Hunt, Chairman Environmental Advisory Committee
FROM: William C. Jonson
SUBJECT: Organization Sub-Committee
The Organization Sub-Committee of the Clearwater Environmental Advisory
Committee met March 10, 1992 (Ann Garris, Tom Miller, and Bill Jonson). That meeting
included the following discussions:
1. Committee focus and communication:
There is apparently several different opinions relating to the purpose and scope of the
committee. Several observations were made relating to this issue, but no conclusions were
determined. The committee decided to met again March 31 and invite the committee
Chairman and other members to this meeting.
2. Motions:
There is concern that committee motions may not be clearly understood by all
committee members. To insure this does not happen, we suggest that an overhead be tried to
write the motions and project them fv:' all to see.
3. Minutes:
Recommend all resolutions be incorporate in the official copy of the minutes or in an
attachment distributed there with,
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TO: Mmk nocthcr, Nursery Superintendent
FROM: ;;fJ/;Aom Millor, ^sst. Director of Public Works/Environmental
cOPIEL7' Beam Wilson, Director of Parks & necrcCltion; William C. Bnker, Director
Works; James Seymour, Pesticide Supervisor
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August 2f3, 1991
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Weed Control SprClY Proortlm EnvironnlCntal Hevicw and Recommendations
By memorandum of July 22, 1991, YOll requested that Environmental Managenlent reviow the current
weed control Sf Hay program and recommend .1l1Y Clppropriatc corrections thnt mtlY be necessary to
abide by State Quidelines, You will recall tl1a t your need fOf our review was the rcst.llt or () citizen
complaint, received on or <IbOllt July 15,1991, that criticized tile present City weed spray program
associated witli the lake [It Cliff Stevens Park.
I have completed a cursory review of the Parks and l1ecreation Departrnent Weed Control Spray
Program and have found the program to be cOlIsis tent with State {Juidelines, policies, and federal
chemical use guidelines, In addition, I h.lVe iderltified through discussions with you and other staff in
I the program, a consistent opcratio/l<ll lInproach that is based in concern for the safely of City spniv
crews as well as concern for the rrotection of City natural resources. I have not reviewed the program
for consistency with appropriate trainin\l or licensure requirernents that may be imposed by state or
federal agencies. That is an intern<ll matter morc appropriately reviewed by Departrnent management.
BACKGROUND:
The Environmental Protection Agency {[PAl docs flat have a specific program to regulate the use of
chemicals in natural systems. Regulation in that reO<lrtl is left to individual sta,tos. However, the EPA
does regulate the research anti developrnen t of chemicals for certain use to ensure that specific
chemical products and their us()ge will not cause, either alone or in combination with other chemicals
under normal or usual circumstances, any effect that might cause environmental pollution. The EPA
provides specific use constraints on all chemical product labels. Correct application and use of these
chemicals requires that trained personnel follow the chcmicallClbels for the products that are being
()pplied in natt/ral systems.
,The administration of a state aquiltic plant control program is authorized by the Florida Aquiltic Weed
Control Act (Section 309.20, f..S.) and the r=lolida Nonindigenous Aquatic Plant Control Act (Section
369.22, F.S.). These Acts esttlblisll the right of the Florida Deptlrtrnent of Natural Resources to
develop rules to administer a stote aquatic weed control program. The r10rida Dep<Jrtment of Natural
Resources currentlv administers the AqUiltic F'lant Control Program through Chaptor 16C-20, F,A.C.
rules and <In associated permit process. A ttClchcd is the rnost current copy of the FDNH rules for the
administrlltioll of this prograrn for YOllf use (Exhibit Al.
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incorporated into the City spray program if not nlreuuy being considered,
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FINDINGS AND RECOMMEN,DATIONS: .
There are essentially two criteria that the city proor,lIn needs to remnin sensitive to when administering
our weed spray control program:
1. the size of the water body where weed control sprayinn is required.
2. the location of the w<Jter body where weed control spraying is required,
Present state guidelines require permits for any weed control operation in waters greater than 10 acres
in size. Activities less than 10 acres are generally exempt from permit requiremonts, with certain
exceptions. There are only two lakes within City of Clearwater jurisdiction that arc 10 acres or greater
and have an active aquatic spray control program: Lake 8clleview and L(1ke Weschester. Both of these
lakes had the required permits to operCJle a weed control spray program (Permit No. IISG-90~266).
However, that permit expired on AUGlIst 1, 1991 C1nd will rOClllirc renew(l1 before tho next regularly
scheduled spraying may occur. All other lakes within the City of Clearwater arc exempt from state
permitting requirements, including tile lake at Cliff Stevens Park,
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Present state guidelines ~Iso require permits for any sprllY activity that connects to an Outstanding
Florida Water. Pinellas County is designated an aquatic preserve by Chapter 258 of the Florida
Statutes. Accordingly, tho Florida Department of Environmental Hegullltion has established portions
of Tampa Bay within "Old Tampa Bay" as Class II waters and all other waters of the state within the
aquatic preserve as "Outstanding Florida Waters." Therefore, those Outstanding Florida Waters that
may be affected by weed control operations will require permits, regC1rdless of size.
As a result of the Environmental Mllnngement Group's evaluation of your program, I respectfully offer
the following recommendations for your consideration: I
1. Commence permit renewal procedures for Permit No. tlSG-90-266 before commencing
any weed control operations in Lake Belleview and lake Weschcster.
2.. locate on a mop all spray ofJcrations in canals, ditches or other natural or manmade
conveyance systems that discharge or potentially could discharge into Outstanding
Florida Wa tors. Request FONn review the map to ensure that permits to spray in these
areas are not required. Although DNH has verbally 'assured me that' permits are not
required in our conveyance systems, I am getting conflicting remarks from them about
what constitutes a "connection to Outst<Jflding Florida Waters." This leads me to
presume this to be an areL1 of exposure for the Cily that needs to be dealt with.
Requesting DNR roview of our conveyance system spray siles would. place the burden
back on DNf1 where it belong s to determine if permits are required or not.
3, Attached as Exhibit 13 are "Non-Rule Policies" that the locClI DNR office considers before
approving or denying all application to iJpply chemicals into niJtural or potable systems.
Please consider these "Non-rule Policies" be foro any decisions are made regarding the
use of certain chemicals or spray locations.
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In response to your other quC!stions, I rocornn\(Jnu that you provide the public with any requested
information as you deem appropriate to help them resolve concerns or problems that they may have
with any of our operations. Environmental Management has not been contacted by the public to report
any fish kills or other spray related activities that might have caused an adverse environmental
response. However, concerns far the City spray program were raised by Mike Foley at my last
Environmental Advisory Comm ittee for considcra tion a t their next regularly scheduled meeting on
September 18, 1991 at It :OOPM. ^ t that time, we need to be prepared to address this issue for their
review. I will be pleased to work with you to develop a presentation to address this and suggest we
get together as soon as possibl e to develop our raspons e.
I hope this information is helpful to you as YOll address these citizlJlls complaints. Please let me know
if I may be of further t1ssistclllcc Dr if mlditiollnl information is nooded from this offico.
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Mr. Edward Mazur, Jr., P.E., Prcsidcnt
King Engineering Associatcs, Inc.
24945 U.S, Highway 19 North
Clearwater, FL 34623
Rc: NPDES Contract \York EITorl Authorization
Effective Date: Fcbnlm"y 14, 1992
Dear Mr. Mazur:
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Thank you for your recent information need letters and invoice (iI=CL-5787) dated February 24, 1992. The
invoice is presently being processed [or payment. The additional information which you provided substantially
summarized our recent discussions relatcd to the impact of Pinellas County's efforts on our contract, as the result
of the County NPDES meeting on February 14, 1992.
The purpose for this lettcr is to provide you with c1car direction to proceed on those clements that we expect
King Engineering Associates, Inc. to continlle to develop and further define the assistance that we anticipate
providing.
NPDES Contract Work Elements 011 Permanent Hold:
These elements are on permanent hold because it is anticipated that either Pinellas County or the City of
Clearwater will develop the rcquircd information. If the City of Clearwater expects to develop certain
information necessary to completc a specific contract work clement, you should anticipate incorporating that
information into the final product that will be sent to thc USEr A. Those clements that will be done by City staff
are designated below with an asterisk C).
1. Section Al.e - Literature Search
2. Section ALE - Land Usage Inventory
3. Section Al.F.L - Topography
4. Section AI.F.2. - Cro~sing Structures
5. Section ALF.3. - Outfall Structures
6. Section AI.F.4. - Water Bodies
7. Section ALF.5. - GIS Date Base
8. Section A - Reimbur:mblcs
*9, Section l3I.A - General Information
*10. Section B.I.B - Source IdcntHication
11, Section BLC.2. - Discharge Information
*12. Section BI.C.4. - Field Screening
"'13. Section l3I.D - Characterization Plan
*14. Section BLF - Pinancial Rcvi~\v
* = Will require KEA to incorporate into tinal City submittal to USE? A.
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NPDES Contrm:t \Vork Effort 011 Temporary Hold:
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Section AI,D - Pending Completion of Part I Submittal to EP A.
Section BI.H - Pending Determination by Pincllas County of Their Role.
All Sectio11S BII - Pending Completion of Part I Submittal to EPA.
All Sections D - Pending Completion of Pml I Submittal lo EP A.
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- Work Program Coordinatiol1
- Project Coordination Meetings
- Rainfall Information
- Receiving \1.' ater In [ormation
- Management Program
- Preparalion of Part I Application
- Reirnbursablcs
- All 'Work Elements CI.A - CI.G and Reimbursablcs
A financial impact Stlmmary is provided as attachment A. We recognize that this summary is only complete to
the extent that the information provided by you is complcte and does not include the outstanding invoice
requirements through February 14, 1992 still outstanding from Roy F, Weston, Jnc:
Thank you for furthcr summarizing the filIancial dctails related to contract clements BI.C.!, BI.C.3, BI.E, and
BLG, We recognize that the contract is a "Not To Exceed" Contract and as work proceeds, sub-element costs
may be greater or less th<lrl originally estimated. We appreciate bei.ng kept informed of these deviations because
they help us to be informcd of work requirements and further assist us to effectively manage this contract.
Please continue to provide llS with level of information as it becomes known.
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I would like to further discuss with you the anticipated work efforts related to Contract Element 13I.E, Existing
Management Program. I am concerned that were I to provide a written evaluation of many of the tasks
requested in your February 24, 1992 letter to the extent that I believe is necessary, t1tere would be no need for
KEA to do this. We need to further discuss this to help me better understand our shared roles in completing
this element as staff time to complete this effort is limited. I will call you to discuss this matter further.
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REGARDINQ EAC ACTIONS AT FEBRUARY 12, 1992, MEE1WG
1. 1'h~, E~C recommends that the City Commission approve the remainder of the
Comprehensive watershed management Master Plan contractual authorizatiOiL
AllSwer: The City has applied to Pinellas AnclQte Basin Board to have theln fund this
project. 'Part I,NPDES application'is due and will be submitted in May of 1992. Part II
NPDES application ~s required ill May of 1993 and this submission may affect the
comprehensive plan.,
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2. The SAC recommends that the City of Clearwater proceed with the plans to expand the
r~laimed water system to relieve the impending severe problems associated with
pumping water out of the underground aquifer.
Answer: The City Commission reviewed the funding for this project and has opted for
a sl()wet but more market oriented approach. Funding for a n'1ajor tronk line from the
Marshall street plant was app.rove<! at the fIrst Commission meeting in March. (A copy
of the agenda i tern is attached wit 110 U t b i. d tab u 1 a t ion a t t a c h men t ) .
3. The SAC recommends that the City take steps to maintain aquatics in Cliff Stevens Park
ina manner other than chemical spraying and not harmful to the ecology.
Answer: After final infonnation is submitted from the county or a contractor on the full
cost of the mechanical weeding, careful consideration will be given to this issue.
4. The RAe plans to increase its efforts to raise the environmental awareness of the
community.
Answer: City staff will work with you to provide information that will be helpful in this
endeavor.
5. The EAC endorses recent Commission initiation of the Environmenta1. Reinspection
Regulatory J?nforcement Program and adoption of watering restrictions.
Answer: The City Commission has reviewed! and or passed the measures endorsed by
the Environmental Advisory Ccmmittee.
6. The EAC is reviewing its near term agenda emphasis plans and encourages the City
Commission to identify specific areas of concern in which RAe review may be beneficial
to Commission assessments and decisions.
Answer: The Commission received a copy of your report. Thank you very much.
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SUBJECT: 'Marshall stre~t S~\1.tb Interceptor sewer :R~placement and Reolaimed water'
Supply (92-11)
RECOMMSNDA'1'!ON/KOTION: Award a contract fa'r the Marshall street South Interceptor
Sewer Replacement and Reclaimed Water Supply to Kamminga and Roodvoets, Ino. of
Tampa, Florida for the sum of $2,764,610.00 which is the lowest most responsive
bid submitted in accordance with the plans and specifications.
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BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this contract is to provide for the const1;7uetion of Phase 1 of the
Marshall Street South Interceptor Sewer R~placement and the constructiort ofa
portion of the primary distribution system for the water reuse utility. The
existinq Marshall street south interceptor is approximately 40 to 60 years old
'and needs replace~ent due to its deteriorated condition ~nd being undersized to
acool\Ul\oda"te present flow demands. The entire intercept.or is proposed to be
replaoed or restored in three phases. The first phase of the work will be the
:replacement of the interceptor from the Marshall street Advanced Pollu.tion
control Facility to Cleveland Street. The work in phase 1 will generally follow
the route of the existing interceptor and runs through the middle of the
Clearwater Country Club golf course. Phase 3 is currently being restored in a .
separate contxact using the Insituform process. Phase 2, from Cleveland street
to Missouri, is scheduled for construction next fiscal year. In addition to the
replacement of the interceptor, a portion of the water reuse system is also
proposed for installation. This 3011 diameter distribution main of the reuse
system is proposed for construction at this time so as to avoid greatly increased
restoration costs if this facility were to be installed at a later date. An
added benefit for installation at this time will be the immediate availability
of reuse water to the Clearwater country Club. The proj ect includes a temporary
pumping faoili ty at the Marshall APCF for this purpose. The work has been
coordinated with the Country Club and they have plans for the installation of
storage ponds on the golf course to store the reuse, water for irrigat.ion
purposes. The Country Club has sought this ability fo~ many years. The,.design
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Re: Marsball street South J:n1:eroept.or Sewer
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was p~eparad by Camp'Dresser & McRee.. A pre-bid conferenoe was held on December
29,'~992 and five (5)~bids were received on February 12, ~9~2. The lo~ bidder
was l(aII\Il\inqa, and Roodvoets, :Inc:. in the amount of $2,764,670.00 and the
engineerts estimate was $3,520,000.00. Approval of the bid award will allow the
proj eot to begin in April 1992, and will be co:mplete by February, 199:3. The golf
course will remain open for play during construction. '
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The available balanoe in this project #31S-1-6637, Marshall stree~ Interceptor
Sewer Replacement, is sufficient to provide $1,999,500 in funds f.or this
contract. The First Quarter, FY 1991/92, Budget Review includes an amendment .to
provide the necessary $765,170 'for' this contract plus other related oosts for
accomplishinq this project. '
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fVlzat is Florida Neighborhoods?
Florida Neighborhoods is a program which pairs neighborhood
associations with an inter-organi~ational team* of professionals
trained to conduct environmental assessments of neighborhoods and
advise homeowners on ways to:
conserve water and energy;
reduce stormwater runoff;
transition to a more earth-friendly landscape;
preserve and maintain shorelines;
reduce and properly manage household waste;
and increase backyard wildlife.
The objectives of the program are to reduce stormwater pollution
from residential areas and improve the environmental quality of
neighborhoods, in an effort to protect Tampa Bay.
Florida Neighborhoods is based on the concept for ECO
Neighborhoods, a program developed by the Marine Resources Council
of East Florida.
* Proposed professional assessment team: Cooperative Extension
Service, FL Native Plant Society, Florida Power corporation, Tampa
Electric Company, Southwest Florida Water Management District,
Florida Department of Natural Resources, Flor ida Department of
Environmental Regulation, City/County representatives
Why is tlzis type oj program so impoltallt?
Non-point source pollution is one of tbe highest priority water
quality issues in Tampa Bay and throughout Florida. In residential
areas, stormwater runoff carries lawn fertilizers, pesticides,
toxins and debris to neighborhood storm drains which empty into
nearby streams and rivers, Ultimately leading to the bay. This
untreated runoff results in water that is 'eutrophic' or overly
rich in nutrients. Eutrophication can spark excessive growths of
algae, depleting the water of oxygen needed for fish and plants.
How serious is the problem? Experts believe that non-point source
pollution is the leading cause of water pollution in Florida. And
the price-tag associated with future stormwater management
improvements by local governments surrounding Tampa Bay may reach
into the billions.
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Florida Neighborhoods is predicated on the belief that we must
focus our resources on combatting stormwater pollution and other
environmental impacts at the source.
The program also recognizes that issues like water conservation and
water pollution are inter-related, and are addressed most
effectively when viewed holistically.
The program will assess stormwater and related environmental
problems in neighborhoods. Its aim is to establish realistic and
challenging neighborhood environmental improvement targets for
associations and for individual homeowners.
STRUCTURE
lYhat will the program efl tail?
The Program's assessment team would analyze public common areas and
a representative sampling of yards within selected neighborhoods.
After conlpleting an on-site inspection and conducting a survey of
homeowners, a neighborhood plan would be developed. The plan would
contain specif ie, measurable goals related to water and energy
conservation; envi:ronmental landscaping; stormwater runoff;
shorelines; household waste; and backyard wildlife.
Residents would receive a 'how-to' resource guide with practical
tips and instruction on topics covered in the plan. Workshops
would be scheduled periodically to reenforce concepts and offer
hands-on support. A group of residents would be trained to provide
local support on topics like xeriscaping and composting i other
residents would be targeted to host demonstration projects.
How long will the progranl run ill each neighborhood?
Each Neighborhood program could extend up to 18 months from start
(application and homeowner survey) through goals assessment (at
conclusion of the formal program). At minimum, associations will
have a full year to act on recommendations in their environmental
plan, but it is important they be provided with 'next step'
guidance at the at the end of the year so that they can continue to
make improvements.
While it is not :realistic to expect that dramatic structural
changes will be made within a year's time, important steps can be
initiated. A year is long enough to make significant progress, and
short enough to hold people's attention and enthusiasm.
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The program is centered arol/nd all assessment of a neighborhood's environmental quality.
lVllat would that assessment c01lsist of?
Three parts: a survey mailed to homeowners, a neighborhood profile
completed by the association, and an on-site inspection of
neighborhood common areas and yards. The survey will help the
resource team understand general landscaping and household
management practices in the neighborhood. Realistically, we might
get a 20 percent return from the survey. To get a more accurate
picture, we will combine information from the survey with a
neighborhood profile that the association will be asked to complete
as a condition for acceptance into the program.
The walk-through will allow the team to make a visual assessnent of
the area and complete an audit checklist. In combination, these
assessment tools will help us develop recommendations for the
neighborhood action plan.
lJaw would the program progress from stalt to finish?
After a neighborhood is selected, a questionnaire would be mailed
to homeowners to obtain basic background information. Information
from the questionnaire and association application would be used to
develop a neighborhood profile for distribution to appropriate eco-
team members. A walkthrough of the neighborhood would then be
conducted using a comprehensive checklist. The next step would be
to develop the written neighborhood action plan, and distribute the
plan and resource materials to the association and its homeowners.
A timetable for neighborhood improvement projects would be
established by the team and the association at this point.
Association meetings would be held at the beginning of the program,
after the environmental plan is distributed, and at the end of the
program. Neighborhood volunteers could be trained to serve as
local resources on xeriscaping, composting, and water conservation.
Demonstration workshops also could be scheduled throughout the
year.
At the conclusion of the program, the neighborhood would be
assessed on the basis of how well it met the goals outlined in its
environmental action plan. If there is 80 percent or greater
compliance, the neighborhood becomes a Florida Neighborhood.
Florida Neighborhoods would receive a sandblasted sign publicizing
their status, and other special rewards. * Neighbors would be
honored at a post-program picnic at which a 'next step'
neighborhood improvement plan would be distributed.
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~Vllat types of recommendations or goals might be established for a neighborhood?
Neighborhood goals could include:
Removing exotic vegetation
Increasing the amount and species of native plants
Establishing a xeriscape demonstration project and wildlife
garden
Changing irrigation and fertilization practices
Constructing swales and berms
Reducing household ~aste through initiation or expansion of
recycling
Establishing a neighborhood compost program, and a semi-
annual hazardous ~aste pick-up day
Stenciling storm drains to discourage dumping
Individual homeowners might be asked to:
Complete a home energy audit
Complete a Water Checkup provided by SWFWMD
Install low-flow conservation showerheads and faucet devices
(group purchases could be arranged)
Increase native plants
Reduce and/or alter fertilization and pesticide application
practices
Recycle
** For added flexibility, ~e will establish two levels of goals or
targets ~ithin a neighborhood, driven by a progressive set of
incentives: an achievement level and an outstanding achievement
level.
110 w will the program be manage(l? P/lure will it be hOl/sed?
The National Estuary progran has agreed to contribute funds for a
full-time project coordinator to manage the project, but we feel it
is vitally important that this person be housed and managed outside
our offices, within an organization active on the assessment team.
After investigating several options, the County Cooperative
Extension Service, which currently administers an environmental. /
landscape management program, was selected as the ideal candidate. ~
We felt strongly, from the start, that this type of program could
not succeed unless it becomes the property of the individuals and
organizations who will be directly involved in the neighborhood
assessment. Having the program housed and managed within the
Cooperative Extension Service provides this critical foundation.
The Extension Service will be responsible for hiring and managing
the project coordinator, who will serve the three counties
participating in the progran.
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The project coordinator would serve as the primary liaison between
the neighborhood associations and the assessment team. This person
would write the neighborhood environmental plan after reviewing
checklists completed by other team members.
Ilow do we define a lleighborlzoo((? ~VJrat size is ideal?
Initially, we may confine our program to neighborhoods with active
homeowners associations, because they offer structure and a means
to communicate to residents. (Exceptions will be made in areas
where there is a well organi zed core of homeowners that can
generate support for the program.) In cases where neighborhood
associations do not represent the maj ority of homeowners, the
association will be required to I sign up I a percentage of non
members to participate as a condition for acceptance into the
program. All non association members in a selected neighborhood
will'be notified by mail and encouraged to participate.
Neighborhoods will be defined by association membership" rather
than by legal boundaries. Neighborhoods of more than 250 homes
will be broken into smaller groups and addressed in separate
phases. Qur preferred neighborhood size ranges from 150-250 homes.
Oil what basis willlleiglzborlzoods be selected for tire program?
In the first year of the program, before opening the process to
application, we will select a pilot site in Hillsborough, Manatee
and Pinellas counties, in order to fine tune the program and test
our assessment and marketing instruments.
Eventually, neighborhoods will apply to the program, and be
evaluated on location, demographics, and the level of neighborhood
commitment. While waterfront neighborhoods may be a high prior i ty,
other factors will be very important: types of housing (single
family/multi-family), other demographics (residential/commercial
ratio), amount of public common space available, golf course or
other high-impact land or waterfront use, and degree of association
commitment.
lV/wt happens at the end of a neighborhood program?
After the final neighborhood assessment, a 'next step' (five year)
priority action list will be developed and presented that outlines
recommendations and available resources and incentives.
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What kind ofincelltives could be offered to neighborhoods that reach ant! Slllpass their goals?
Various levels of incentives could be offered to homeowners by the
agencies/governments represented on the professional team, as well
as by private businesses who might help sponsor the program. These
incentives should be based on hitting targets established in the
plan, and reward both neighborhood, block, and individual efforts.
Examples include:
free native plantst trees or seedlings and expert consultation
on neighborhood improvement project
free or discounted landscaping, conservation, energy/home
improvement items
one-time reduction in water or energy bill
reduction in stormwater utility fee
selection for city tree program
park or playground equipment
COMMITMENT FROM ASSESSMENT TEAM
What staff commitment is required?
Team members, with the exception of the staff coordinator, would be
asked to devote eight hours a month, or the equivalent of one full
work day, to the program. This includes time spent inspecting
neighborhoods, completing the environmental checklist, and
reviewing the draft plan. Time commitment beyond this level is at
the discretion of the government/agency represented on the team,
although the local government in which we are working will most
likely commit more time.
Periodically, if there is sufficient neighborhood demand,
participating agencies/organizations might be asked to conduct
workshops to provide hands-on support for xeriscaping, composting,
water conservation, etc.
}VJlat direct costs are associated with the program?
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How do we guard against excessive labor intensity on the part of
the professional team working with a,neighborhood?
Require a "sweat equity" cOlllmi tment from
condition for selection into the program
neighborhood commitment) .
neighbors as a
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Establish paid project coordinator the chief liaison between
associations and the assessment team.
utilize the Extension Services' 'Master Gardeners' ,.,here
appropriate to consult with neighbors and associations on
landscaping, composting, etc.
Define, to the best of our ability, the specific roles of
assessment team members before we go into a neighborhood, and
clearly communicate this to the association.
Florida Neighborhoods is not a welfare program,
partnership.
it is a
l-Vill every eco-team member he involved irz the oil-site inspectio1l oj the 1leighborhood?
No. Each neighborhood will be different and the assessment team
will be planned accordingly. Some will be involved in the on-site
neighborhood ,.,alkthrough. others will serve only as expert
information resources on environmental topics covered. The rule of
thumb will be that if an agency/organization has nothing to gain
from a visual inspection of public areas, streets, gutters, storm
drains or yards, there is no need for them to be part of the actual
neighborhood walkthrough.
COMMITMENT FROM NEIGlrnORIlOOD
What commitment will be required of neighborhoods pal1icipati1lg ill the program?
As a condition for adoption into the program, neighborhood
associations and homeowners must commit, in writing, to a lninimum
amount of "sweat equity" in neighborhood improvement.
Requirements might include:
five hours contributed by each homeowner to ne ighborhood
improvement projects
pre sign-up of 70% of association members to actively
participate in the program
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designation of a core team of homeowners (five) who could be
trained to serve as local "experts" on recycling I native
plants, water conservation, energy conservation
cooperation from a core group of homeowners (five) to serve as
demonstration sites for xeriscape applications, wildlife,
composting, etc.
designation of a cross-section of yards (10 percent) that the
assessment team will have access to when conducting their
onsite inspection
commitment from association to switch to recommended
fertilization/irrigation practices in common areas
These are examples, and the requirements could be modified
depending on the area under consideration. But the central point
remains: we will weed out residents/associations who are looking
for a free consultation, no strings attached--and commit our
ourselves and our resources, instead, on behalf of people who are
willing to work alongside us in improving their neighborhood.
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MARKETING
110w do we market the program to neighhors?
Message:
This program is compelling from"a marketing standpoint because it
can be successfully promoted on a variety of levels. The challenge
is to find common denominators that appeal to everyone. The
underlying message we want to communicate to neighborhoods
interested in the program is that Florida Neighborhoods is about:
saving money
saving the environment
and improving the quality of life in your own backyard
Logistics and demand:
In each county, there are councils of neighborhood associations.
In the early stages of the program, these will be the primary
vehicles ~e will work through to promote the program and solicit
applications. The program and application process also can be
publicized through the vast network of organizations/governments
represented on Florida Neighborhoods I through garden clubs and
schools, and in the media.
Controlling demand will be important, early on, until we've tested
and refined the program. This will be accomplished through the
minimum requirements "partnership agreement" that neighborhoods
must agree to as a condition for participation in the program.
How do we build homeowner investment in the program, and sustain
enthusiasm throughout the program's term?
Set challenging, but realistic objectives for homeowners and
associations
Establish and distribute a calendar for the year, with month-
-by month conservation focuses
Involve residents and area schools, churches and clubs in
neighborhood improvement projects
Reward initiative and outstanding efforts
Publicize accomplishments
Offer incentives for reaching goals
Use signage and other visibility tools to build awareness and
pride in the program
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I/ow do measure the results oj the program?
If when we evaluate a neighborhood at the beginning of the program,
we establish 'measurable' goals or targets for the neighborhood to
meet by year end, we will have automatically established a
mechanism ror measuring progress when our work is completed.
In al~ost every assessment category, there exists an opportunity to
conduct pre and post measurements. Either we will have been
successful in conserving water in a given area, or we will not have
been successful. Either we will have reduced energy consumption in
an area or we will not have reduced energy consumption. Either we
will have increased native plants in the neighborhood or we will
not have had an impact. Either we will have reduced pollution
from stormwater runoff or we will not have reduced the pollution.
The strength of this type of program is that ~e will know whether
or not our investment of time and resources was worthwhile.
We will also provide an opportunity for the neighborhood to "tell
us how we've done," by asking them to critique the program in the
follow-up questionnaire distributed to homeowners.
What spill-off opportullities exist?
The concept for Florida Neighborhoods can easily be modified and
applied to businesses, schools and new residential developments.
There are exciting applications for all three which "Will be
explored once we have piloted and evaluated the core program.
What happens when NEP c01lcludes its lVork in Tampa Bay ;1l199S?
Assuming the program is a
funding/administrative options
Neighborhoods after NEP is gone:
success, there are
for maintaining
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interlocal agreement could be established among Hillsborough,
Pinellas and Manatee counties
lead agency which houses project coordinator could absorb and
fund the program
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been developed and tested by this time)
team members or lead agency could apply for grant or other
special funding
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Budget
The National Estuary Program has com~itted up to $40,000 this year
to hire and provide benefi ts for a program coordinator. Our
estimate for other program-related costs ranges from $15,000-
$20,000, and is based on:
transportation
(mileage rei~bursement for travel in tri-county area)
2,000 mi.month @ .20 4,800
development of identity package for progra~ including logo,
stationary, designs for signs and basic promotional materials
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marketing
construction of (5) sandblasted signs and series of smaller
promotional signs to be placed in neighborhoods to promote program
and publicize progress 3,000
promotional items including tee-shirts and refrigerator magnets
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~rto residents (1500 copies @ $1) ~,500
printing (5,000 sets stationary,
cut doorhangers)
(2,500) booklets, and 2,500 die-
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Total estimated costs
$18,BOO
* This budget assumes that host organization which employs the
coordinator will contribute office overhead, and that postage costs
will be covered by the city or county which we are working with.
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