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01/31/1955 ~r .,';;;.i~,..~1~;:~ ...:....... ,..~~:f) ~'. :;,\~U{.'.: ;.:~~":"'t:,:..,;;. 'I ';.k~":. .:::j.::':.. . I '. ,'. 'I I I I ., : I . ,. . ~. " . I ." .:\,'),,;"'";f ;: .." .::.;.~' : .,:l ." ., ..,j. '. ,.. , ,,'; .;,., ~;:(:~;;::'!;':~':;~::,.:~;~: ~;:;:,~:~::::~,:;:,;;;::':i;LL::i~'j:;~3..::1j,:':;~i:,~(;;L;;;2"j:L~;S;2~~lf~1\~{:} . 2- J/ 3 ..,'~ ':"~"":' t...>,. ...... I "~"" . _ . ~ , '. . ........ ~ CITY COW~ISSION MEETING January 31, 1955 The City Commission o:f the City of Clearwater met in special session at City Hall, Monday, January 31, 1955, at 1:30 P.M. with the following members present: Herbert M. Brown Guy L. Kennedy W. E. Strang, Jr. J. N. Bohannon *Jack Russell Mayor-Commissioner Commissioner Corrunis sioner Cornmis sioner Commis sioner *Absent at :first of meeting. Also present were: Came in later. '. ,~ . F. C. Middleton Chas. M. fhillips, Jr. G. T. McClamma S. Lickton City Manager City l\ttorney Chief' of Police City Engineer . 'N..":; .... o. f.. ....,' The Mayor called the meeting to order. Commissioner Strang reporting for the COI~ittee stated that he had been negotiating with the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and the Seaboard Air Line Railroad regarding opening certain streets in the downto~n section across the railroads. He reported that considerable progress had been made but a final report was not ready at this time. Commissioner Bohannon reported that he had been inLormed by one of the County Commissioners that the County had had approximately a year ago funds for a new traffic artery through Clear~ater but that the route had not been designated .by the City and that the County Commission would like to know when the City is going to select a route Lor that purpose. The Mayor said that Myrtle Avenue had been designated as a new artery some time ago and a great deal of the right-of-way had been secured in order to widen and improve it. The Mayor appointed Commissioner Bohannon as a Committee to arrange for an early meeting with t he County Commission to discuss the matter. In regard to th e palm trees for IVlandalay Boulevard, the City Manager recolrunended that the low bid of $$23.20 from the ~outh ~lorida Nurseries, Clear~ater, be accepted. Cornmissioner Bohannon moved that they be ordered according to the recorr~endation. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously. Regarding the bids for six inch pipe, the City Manager recommended accepting the low bid of $~,OgO.OO from U.S. Pipe & Foundry Company, Birmingham, Alabama, with truck delivery. Commissioner Kennedy moved that the City N.ano.ger's recommendation be accepted. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously. Commissioner Russell came in at this time -- 1:55 P.M. Since all of the bids for concrete storm sewer pipe to be used for a culvert on Russell Street were the same -- $624.00, the City Manager recommended awarding the bid to Pinellas Lumber Company as it is a local company. After some discussion as to the relative merits of concrete and corrugated pipe, Commissioner Strang suggested that the City Manager and the City Engineer contact~. C. A. Peterson, County Director of Public Works, to find~?ut the County's preference and how soon the paving of Russell Street is schedule~and report at the next meeting. The City Manager recommended accepting the bid of $4.27 each for 1,400 folding chairs from the American Seating Company, Atlanta, Georgia, as it was the best bid because it included a lifetime warranty. Commissioner Hussell moved that the City purchase 1,400 chairs at $4.27 each from the American Seating Company, (Chair No. 53) for the sum of $5,97$.00. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Strang and carried unanimously. Commissioner Russell reported that a representative :from the Sport Service Company who ~ill supply and operate the concession stand at the new Baseball Stadium while the Phillies are playing their exhibition games had inquired as to who would be operating the concession after that time as he would like to sell the equipment. The Mayor suggested that negotiations be worked out when he comes in March. Commissioner Russell stated that Baseball Commissioner Ford Frick, National League President Warren Giles, and American League President Will Harridge had accepted the invitation to be present at the dedication o~ the new Baseball Stadium on March 10th. The City Manager presented for approval a refunding contract for water mains with Nancy Homes, Inc., for New I~rymont First Addition in the amount of 12,250.75 for six inch wat;er mains and hydrants. Comm1s sioner Strang suggested that the contract include refunds o:f $75.00 for domestic meters only. Commdssioner Strang moved that this refunding contract with hancy Homes, Inc., in the amount of $2,250.75 be approved as amended subject to the approval of the City Attorney and the proper officials be authorized to execute it. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carried unanimously. ~ ~~i.~.?~~;t~~~)~ :~~t.:,~~(\ ~';,:'~ j;:;;';fi,};:~lt~~\ltfZj:M:i~ir::,~1~"'~;:;,>,:..:.,.,:" : ; j ; :;>.;.>, '~,'.I ",' .., .. ,. ,...... '/ .;:~):<t:.;jr::/.:::.!,:.i .... ~<(""i,"d i;i '.1 ........1''''\':\< :,'.:,;....\;,... .....'\.1 JiltJ!li! . . . .' " . . ~, : .,. ... -. ,.;, .J"...."... ~...;...:. ,', ,'. ~,' . '.' '.,., .~'. , '. '. ~. .' '" ::,",. 'l","~ " 2 J-f4 -2- CITY COMMISSION MEETING January 31, 1955 The City Manager recommended installing 514 feet of six inch water main on Palm Terrace Drive at an estimated cost of ~1,805.55. Commissioner Strang moved that the utility improvement in the amount of $1,805.55 for the extension of 514 feet of six inch water line on Palm Terrace Drive be approved in accordance with the City ~w!anager's recOlrunendation. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously. Commissioner Strang suggested having a conference with Mr. Harold Briley, Consulting Engineer, to see if some planning information can be secured as a guide for the City Engineer, the City Commission and the Planning board. Mayor Brown commented that he was consider ing appointing a Citizens Finance Committee to help the Commission work out some suitable arrangements for financin~ the improvements necessary in the water lines before connecting to the new vounty water system. The City Manager recommended installing a two inch water line to tie in three dead ends on Prospect Avenue, Ewin~ Street and Woodlawn Street at an estimated cost of $390.00. Commissioner Russell moved that the utility improve- ment for $390.00 to tie in a two inch line with three dead end lines on Prospect, Ewing and Woodlawn be approved as per City Manager's recommendation. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously. The City Attorney read on its first reading Ordinance 647 concerning safe construction of television aerials. During the discussion, it was suggested that Assistant City Attorney Driver contact some of the nearby cities such as Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota, to see ir they have a similar ordinance and to find out how the inspection of the aerials was being handled. Commissioner Strang suggested that the Mayor appoint a Committee to give the Ordinance more study before passing it on its first reading. The Mayor appointed Commissioners Strang and Bohannon to serve on a Co~nittee for that purpose. t... .\f:~;~~~. r' Ji/,~. l'e"......,rl'ie '"k"'. ".. l~i:1~;~\~!r~;r I.. ,'"... ,."... it; /;: :\:(,i:::\.:-:::~:. !" \"',,' ., :, " The City Attorney read a Resolution which would name the City park lying south of Seminole Street and west of North Fort Harrison Avenue "Seminole Park". Commis sioner Strang moved that the l\esolution be passed and adopted and the proper officials be authorized to sign it. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carried unanimously. The Mayor commented that he had requested the help of the Clearwater Beach Resort Association to name the park on the Beach often referred to as Water Tank Park. The City Attorney read a Resolution requestin~ the County Commission and the Supervisor of Registration to change and adjust precinct lines to make them conform to the City limits of Clearwater. The Mayor suggested that the Resolution be changed to read "the City limits as they are from time to time amended".. Commissioner Strang moved the Resolution to the County of Pinellas requesting the changing of precinct lines to conform with municipal boundaries as amended be approved and the proper officials be authorized to execute it. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carried unanimously. A Resolution was presented by the City Attorney which would change the name of Overbrook Street as it appears in the plat of Betty Lane Heights 2nd Addition and Pinebrook Highlands. It was pointed out that Overbrook Drive runs north and south and this street runs east and west. Commissioner Russell moved that the Resolution be referred to the developers to suggest a new name for the street. Motion was seconded by Commis sioner Strang and carried unanimously. The City Manager asked the Commission what the policy should be in regard to furnishing water to new subdivisions outside the City limits which do not adjoin the present limits. He reported that he had requests to connect to the City water system from Mr. Dudley Weidemeyer, developer of Monterey Subdivision; Mr. W. H. Armston, developer of Meadow Creek Subdivision; and Mr. E. G. Moore, developer of Sunny Grove Park Subdivision. He said the subdividers in each case were willing to pay for the line which would run from the City limits to connect to the subdivision. The Mayor suggested that each developer might be willing to drill a new well on his property which would connect to the Qity system. The City Manager commented that perhaps the wells could be drilled on a 50/50 basis, the City to pay half the cost, the developer to pay half. Mr. Dudley Weidemeyer pointed out that half of his subdivision was now using City water and asked if the City would rebate the full cost of the outlay of the lines or would stop at $75.00 per connection. Commissioner Strang suggested that the Commission request the City Manager to have a conference with the three subdividers on the possibility of drilling additional wells to service the new subdivisions and estimate the cost. He proposed that the money used by the developer to drill the well could be returned by increasing the refund to $100.00 a connection in order not to tie up the City's money in drilling so many wells. Commissioner Kennedy suggested that two separate contracts could be set up, one the regular refunding contract to cover the distribution system and the other contracting for the City to purChase water from the new well at the same rate as from the County until the City has paid back to the developer the cost of drilling the well. The City Manager set a meeting for Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 P.M. for the three developers to meet with him to discuss the matter. . . -. .'.".. . ..-....-. ---. ";l:;;;?ZJi~~fiJ~iJ~";b~"".,~"" ;"._.,. ~'; ;I';:''':'".:::':: ,,' " .! ," ; ~ , . ., .,;,,,..., .' .'.' . . . , " . . . _~. ." ~l';'~h-kb.:).;J.~;~ :;",,'.{,:,:, ':.l'~,...l..... .~.::: ;~:...\1 ~.... __/o.}., ':~~.. ..:..... " : -3- CITY COMMISSION MEETING January 31, 1955 The City Manager reported that the sign at the southwest corner of U.S. 19 and Gulf-to-Bay boulevard was still devotin~ the same amount of space to advertising Clearwater as formerly. Mr. George Smith, attorney for Mr. John Segelken, addr~ssed the Commission requesting that his client be refunded the balance of $1,453.00 remaining from the $5,353.00 he originally deposited on his refunding contract with the City to cover extension of water lines to Pine Ridge Subdivision outside the City. Mr. Smith pointed out that Mr. Segel ken had been required to pay for an extension of approx- imately 600 feet of six inch main on Betty Lane in order to bring the line to the City limits. Mr. Smith contended that other developers had been permitted to connect to this six inch line, therefore Mr. Segelken was entitled to a refund of $75.00 for each connection. The Mayor pointed out that it was the intent and understanding of the Commission in entering into the contract that the refund provisions referred only to those connections within Pine Ridge Subdivision. Commissioner Strang commented that such a settlement would set a precedent for other refunding contracts in new subdivisions. By consent, the Commission re-affirmed its past action in denying the request. Item 4-D, Report on Sewer Pumping Station on Haven St. (Mr. Nodine), was deferred. :. " it :.>}1 , '.j .1 f~ , '(1: '"IT. ~:': In regard to the application of Mr. W. W. Browning to operate a second hand store at 37 North Garden, the City Attorney reported that there was insufficient information contained in the application. By consent, the matter was deferred to the next meeting, February 7th, and Mr. Browning was to be requested to be present. Commissioner Russell reporting for the Committee on the Y.W.C.A. Building Fund stated that the Y.W.C.A. was planning to build a new building on its property on Missouri Avenue and would like the City to donate to the Building Fund. He suggested that Y.W.C.A. be requested to send a representative to one of the future Commission meetings to present the plans. By consent, the matter was deferred for more information. .' ~ ." In regard to the request for annexation from the developers of Stevenson Heights Subdivision, the City Attorney reported that approximately twenty-seven of the houses had been sold so there were more than ten registered voters living in the area; therefore, it would be necessary to hold a referendum instead of annexing it by the quick method. Commissioner Russell moved the report be accepted and that the Commission instruct the City Attorney to make a list of what we might want on the next referendum in regards to bringing different subdivisions into the City limits, particularly this one. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Strang and carried unanimously. The City Manager reported that the residents in the area of Kings Highway had requested chat the block north of Pinebrook Drive be resurfaced and also the property owners on Walnut Street from 1ake to Highland Avenue had asked that Walnut be resurfaced. The Manager stated that the City Engineer would like to advertise both projects for bids and had estimated the total cost at approximately $4,000.00. The Mayor suggested that the CommiSSion study an over-all street resurfacing program and schedule these projects according to the need. In re sponse to an inquiry from Corranis sioner Bohannon a bout fixing the road to the City Airport, the City Manager stated that the work at the City Airport was being held up until such time as the City Commis sion inspects the property and designates which improvements are to be made. The City Manager reported that the City had bought enough parking meters for the entire parking lot on North Osceola Avenue at the time the meters were installed in the west half of the lot. He said he would like approval of installing the rest of the meters in the east half to increase the revenue from the lot. Commissioner Russell moved that the parking meters be installed in the east half of the City parking lot on North Osceola ~here there are no meters now. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Stran~ and carried" unanimously. The Mayor suggested it would be well to consider improving the City parking lot on Franklin Street by putting a black top surface on it. By consent, tpe City Manager was instructed to secure an estimate of the cost of the improvement and the cost of meters for the lot. The Mayor announced the continuation of the discussion on the request of the Florida Gulf Coast Art Center for a donation of $2,500.00. Mrs. Charlotte Young, secretary to Mrs. Shillard-Smith, described to the Commission the scope of the work done by the Art Center and stated that the school was of benefit not only to Belleair but to Clearwater and the surrounding area. Mr. Wm. Williams, School Board member, also addressed the Commission praising the work done by the Art Center and suggested that the Mayor and some of the Commissioners attend the next meeting of the Board of Governors of the Art Center. The Mayor suggested that it might be possible to change the Art Center into an institution of higher learning, some kind of a liberal arts school, So that it could become accredited, and receive support from the School Board. Mr. Williams said he would be glad to take the matter up with the School Board. Commissioner Strang moved that the item be tabled subject to a report from the Committee. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously. "~,I>,. , . I., . '1';~1;~;::::;~~~'\':1~:i~!'~~I:::i~;'c~~I,;~!~7J1~~~"":"Jr!~:'~ -4- CITY COMMISSION MEETING January 31, 1955 The City Manager distributed some sketches showing the tentative plans for dredging the City-owned property in Navajo Park Subdivision in the Stevenson Creek area. Commissioner Bohannon stated on behalr of himself and many other property owners in t he neighborhood that he wished to express his objections to the proposal to sell orf those lots fronting on North Fort riarrison Avenue ~or the construction of motels. Commissioner Strang called attention to the fact that at the time the 'City purchased the submerged land in Clearwater Bay south or the Causeway the Commission had in mind the development of the Stevenson Creek area and sale of the land to defray a portion o~ the cost of the purchase o~ the submerged land in Clearwater Bay, and that one of the main projects in connection with the purchase of the dredge \~ as the development of the Stevenson Creek area. Mr. W'm. Redmond, adjacent property owner, stated that at the time he purchased his property it was his understanding that this area ~as to be used for park purposes only. Mr. Charles Vetter, Mr. Wm. H. Wolfe, Mr. Wm. Williams, Mr. F. Fiorintin1, Dr. Don Cochran and Mr. J..A. Ogden addressed the Commission relative to the tentative plan, some of whom suggested that the entire area be made into a park. Another suggestion was that just enough lots be pumped up north of Calumet Street to cover the cost or the dredge. Commissioner Bohannon moved that the City pump up )00 feet and plat lots whatever depth is desired facing on Calumet and the balance of that land be dedicated and a covenant be written into it that it can never be pumped up or used for motels. The rllotion died ror lack of a second. Follo\Oling a lengthy discussion, the Cormnission adjourned at 7:00 P.M. without taking any action on the matter. Attest: ';;t~r~ ayor- ommiss one .',; ,,'; :,:. .' .'.... .. ...... '-.,.r1...":"....~y....";.... f,"l'..."'i<....'<l,..~:.. -.,..,.. .' ,',. ,<, ';'", . ,~~ jt:':f.~,~ .:~~{~~!",.""JI~ r."..,;:t",l""."('~' J ...) +it~;~ '... .',. . ~. ! ~ :'.':::.": { :~:,'.;.~ ....t;';._.:.~f~~,~~~;.:~:/:C~:~(~~:,>~.*~1t~~;\;. . "',....,';.""~,~,",u,'~~=";,;,";;""',c.;,",c,';,, ,." """;",,',:';,ic:,.;~JJ2~!2(~~~~~~I,~{~i~i;;,,, ;,,~,;~, , \ '. / ,": 't CITY COMMISSION MEETING January 31, 1955 January 28, 1955 Mayor Commissioner Herbert M. Brown Co~~issioners: Jack Russell, W. E. Strang, Jr. Guy L. Kennedy, J. N. Bohannon Gentlemen: The City Cowmission will meet in Special Session on Monday, January 31, 1955, in the City Hall Auditorium for the purpose of discussing the items listed on the attached agenda. Meeting time will be 1:30 P.M. Very truly yours, /s/ F. C. Middleton City Manager FCM:s Enclosures ---_._~-~--~~-----------~----~--------~--~---~------------------------~---~----- Awarding of bids for: A. Palm Trees for Mandalay Boulev:.;rd. B. Six Inch CIMJ Pipe. C. Sixty feet of 48" Concrete Pipe. D. Chairs for Baseball Stadium. Utility Improvements. Commission's consideration of items from the City Attorney's Office A. Ordinance No. 647, Television Ordinance. B. Resolution rormerly naming park at Seminole St. and Ft. Harrison Avenue. C. Resolution to County of Pinellas requesting the changing of precinct lines to conform with municipal boundaries. Resolution changing name of Overbrook St. in Betty Lane Heights Second Addition and Pinebrook Highlands Subdivision. Commission's consideration of: A. City's Policy for furnishing water outside the City Limits. (Monterey, Meado~ Creek, Druid Acres First Addition and Sunny Grove Park) Manager's report on sign at U. S. #19 and Gulf to Bay Blvd. Segelken Water Contract, Pineridge Subdivision. Report on Sewer Pumping Station on Haven St. (Mr. Nodine) Report on Stevenson Heights Subdivision. Resurfacing Kings Highway one block north of Pinebrook and Walnut from Lake to Highland Avenue. Parking Meters in City Parking lot on N. Osceola Avenue. Granting of permit to operate Second Hand Store. (W. W. Browning, 43 N. Garden Avenue). Report from Committee with reference to YWCA request for funds. (Mayor and Russell) . Florida Gulf Coast Art Center and recommendations on request for funds. Plans for dredging Stevenson Creek. Request of Clearwater Marine Sales to lease property adjacent to Park Inn for the purpose of building a show. room for displaying boats. (Hand and Butcher). Proposed sight for flower garden for Clearwater Garden Club. City em~loyees pay plan and classification survey. (Report by City Manager). . Parking Lot belongin~ to Mr. N. B. Beecher on the southwest corner of Jones St. and N. Garden Avenue. Any other item not on the agenda will be considered with the consent of the Commission. 1. 2. 3. D. 4. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. o. 5. SPECIAL Agenda - City Commission Meeting of January 31, 1955 City Hall Auditorium 1:30 P.M. ~---------------------~------~---------------~-~----------~---------~---------~--- RESOLUTION WHEREAS, there is presently a City Park lying south of Seminole Street and west of North Fort Harrison Avenue in the City of Clearwater, and WHEREAS, said park has heretofore been dedicated to the public use, and WHEREAS, it appears that said park has never been officially named and as a result said park has been informally referred to by various and sundry titles and name s, and WHEREAS, this has led to confusion, and WHEREAS, the Woman's Club of Clearwater, Florida, has requested the City Commission of the City of Clearwater to officially entitle and name the aforesaid park "Seminole Park," and WHEREAS, the City Commission feels' that said name is appropriate and befitting said park. '; ,. . '. . .' , " (Continued) , .., . ,.. .\'. ,--::,~ , ~ ~ :>." 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Wingo City Auditor and Clerk ----~--------------------------~-~---------~----------------------~-~--------~ RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Pinellas County, Florida have by Resolution adopted the State Registration Sys~em, and WHEREAS, by Resolution dated the 20th day of September A. D. 1954, the City of Clearwater adopted the State Permanent Registration System as provided in Section 98.141, Florida Statutes, 1953, and pursuant to Section 98.091, Florida Statutes, 1953, and WHEREAS, it is the considered op~n~on of the City Commission of the City of Clearwater, Florida, that it will be to the benefit of the City of Clearwater and to the County of Pinel1as to change preci~ct lines from time to time in such a manner as to make them continually conform to the municipal boundaries of the City of Clearwater. NOW, THEREFORE, B~ IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Clearwater, Florida, in session duly and regularly assembled as follows: That the City of Clearwater, Florida, pursuant to Section 98.091, Florida Statutes, 1953, hereby requests the Board of County Commissioners of Pine1las County, Florida and the Supervisor of Hegistration of Pine1las County, Florida, to change and adjust the precinct lines of the County of Pine11as, Florida, from time to time in so far as they effect the City of Clearwater in such a manner as to have said precinct lines continually conform to the municipal boundaries of the City of Clearwater, Florida. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 31st day of January, A. D. 1955. /s/ Herbert M. Brown Mayor-Commissioner Attest: /s/ H. G. \'/ingo City Auditor and Clerk y t/ ---~--------------~-----------------~-------------------------------------------- ',l,' , '\"., .. . '",-,; -, ,"n."", "",. -..'ct ,', . ,'". �� CITY COMf�iISSION MEETING January 31, 1955 2 �� The City Commission of the Gity o:f Clearwater met in special session at City Hall, Monday, January 31, ]_955, at 1;30 P.M, with the follo�ving members present: Herbert M. Brown Guy L. Kenned`.y W. E. 5trang, Jr. J. N. nohannon �Jack Russell Mayor-Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner C ommis s ione r �Absent at first of ineeting. Came in later. Also present were: F. C. Middleton Chas. M. Phillips, G. T, McClamma S. Lickton City i�ianager Jr. City tittorney Chief of Police City Engineer The :�iayor called the meeting to order. Commissioner Strang reporting for the Committee stated that he had been negotiating with the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and the Seaboard Air Line Railroad regarding opening certain stre�ts in the downtov�m section acrass the railroads. He reported that considerable �rogress had been made but a final report was no� ready at this time. Commissioner Bohannon regorted that he had been informed by one o� the County Commissioners tYiat the County had had approximately a year 2go funds for a new traffic artery through Clearwater but that the route Y�ad not been designated �by the City and that the County Commissior, would like to know when the City is going to select a r oute for that purpose. The Mayor said that i�yrtle �venue had been designated as a new artery some time agc and a great deal of the. right-of-Vray had been secured in order to widen and improve it. The Mayor appointed Commissioner Bohannon as a Committee to arran'e for an early meeting with t he County Com.mission to discuss the matter, In regard to th e palm trees for i�iandalay Boulevard, the City iKanager recommsnded that the low bid of �b23.20 irom the �outh rlorida Nixrseries, Clearwater, be accepted. Commissioner Bohannon moved that they be ordered according to the recommendation. M�tion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously. Regardino the bies for six inch pipe, the City i�ianager recommenc?ed acceptir_g the low bid of �I�,O$Q.00 from U.S. Pipe & Foundry Company, Birmingham, Alabama, with truck delivery. Commis sior_er Kennedy moved that the City l�lanager � s recommendation be accepted. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously. Commissioner Russell came in at this time -- 1:55 P,bi. Since all of the bids for concrete storm sewer pipe to be used for a culvert on Russell Street were the same -- �62L,.00, the City Manager recommended awarding the bid to Pinellas Lumber Company as it is a local company. A.fter snme discussion as to the relative merits of concrete and corrugated pipe, Commissioner Strang suggested that the City Manager and the City Engineer contact Mr. C, A, Peterson, County Director of Public Works, to find ut the County�s preference and how soon the paving of Russell Street is schedule�nd report at the nex�t meeting. The City Manager recommended a:cepting the bid of ��..2% each for 1,1�00 folding chairs from the American Seatin� �ompany, Atlanta, Georgia, as it; was the best bid because it included a lifetime warranty. Corunissioner Russell moved that the City purchase 1,1�00 chairs at �f�.27 each from th� American Seating Compan�, (Chair No. 53) for the sum of 5,97$.00. Motion was seconded by Commis sioner Strang and carried unaninously. Commissioner Russell reported th at a representative from the 5port Service Company who will supply and operate the concession stand at the new Baseball Stadium while the Phillies are playing their exhibi.tion ;ames had inquired as to who would be operating the concession after that time as he would like to sell the equipment. The iyiayor suggested that negotiatipns be worked out when he coraes in i�iarch. Commissioner Russell stated that Baseball Commissioner Ford Frick, National League President 4Varren Giles, and American League President �Vill Harridge had accepted the invitation to be present at the dedication of the new Baseball Stadium on March lOth.. The City I�ianager presented for approval a refunding contract for tvater mains with Nancy Homes, Inc., for New Marymont First Addition in the amount of �2,2�0.75 for si:c inch water mains an d hydrants. Commissioner �tran� suggested that the contract include refunds of ���,00 far domestic meters only. Commissioner Strang moved that this refunding contract with r�ancy Homes, Inc,, �.n the amount of �P2,25p.75 be approved as a�nended subject to the approval of the City Attorney and the proper officials be authorized to execute it. Motion was seconded by Commi,ssioner Russell and carried unanimously. ►_ : __ _ : _ 2 �� _�_ CITY CONIMISSION NIEETING Januar•y 31, 1955 The City Manager recommended installin 511� feet of six inch water main on Palm Terrace Drive at an estimated cost of �pl,$05•55. Commissioner Strang moved that �he utility improvement in the amount af �l,$05.55 for the extension of 511� feet of six inch water line on Palm Terrace Drive be approved in accordance with the City l�lanager's reco_.mendation. Motion was seconded by Gommissioner Kennedy and carried unanimaus�,�o Cornmissioner Sti:ang suggested having a aonference with NIr. Har•old Briley, Consulting �ngineer, to see if some planning information can b e secured a� a. guide for the City Engineer, the City Commission and the Planning 3�oard. Mayor Brown commented that he was consider ing appointing a Ci�izens Finance Gommittee to help the Commission work out some suitat�le arrangements for financing the improvements necessarv in the wa.ter lines before connecting to the new County water system. The City Manager recommended installing a twe inch water line to tie in three dead ends on ProsDect Avenue, Ewing Street and �400dlawn Street at an estirnated cos� of �390.00. Commission�r Russell moved that the utilit,y improve- ment for �390.00 to tie in a tivo inch line with three dead end lines on Prospect, Ewing and Woodlawn be approved as per City Nfanager's recommendation. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Boha.nnon and carried unanimously. The City Attornep read on its first reading Ordinance 647 concerning safe construction of t;elevision aerials. During the discussion, it w as suggested that Assistant City At�orney Driver cor.tact some of the nearby cities such as Tampa, S�. Petersburg, and Sarasota, to see if they nave a similar ordinance and to find out how the inspection of .he aerials was being handled. Commissioner Strang suggested that the Mayor app�int a C�mmittee to give the Ordinance more study before passing it on its first reading. The Niayor appointed Commissioners Strang and Bohannon to serve on a Committee for that �urpose. The City Att�rney read a Hesolution which would name the City park lying south of 5eminole Street and west of North Fort Harrisoh Avenue 11Seminole Parkrt. Gommissioner Strang moved that the nesolution be passed and adopted and the proper officials be authorized to sign it. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carried unaniraously. The Mayor commented that he had requested the help of the Clearwater Beach Resort Association to name the park on the Beach often referred to as UJater Tank Park. The City Attorney read a Resolution requesting Lhe Gounty Commission and the Supervisor of Registrati�n to change and adjust precinct lines to make them conforr� to the City limits of Clearwater. The �tayor suggested that the Resolution be changed to read 1�tIze City limits as they are from time to time amended". Commissioner Strang moved tl:e Resolution to the County of Pin.ellas requesting the changing of precinct lines tc conform with municipal baundaries as amended be approved and the proper �ff.icials bs authorized to execute it. I�fotion was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carried unanirnously. A Resolution was preser.ted �y the City Attorney w hich would change the name of Overbrook Street as it appears in the plat of Betty Lane Heights 2nd Addition and Pinebrook Highlands. It was pointed out that Overbrook Drive runs north and south and this street runs east and west. Commissioner �.ussell moved that the Resolution be referred to the developers to suggest a new name for the street. Motion w�s seconded by Commi,�sioner 8tran� and carried unanimously. The Ci�y Manager asked the Commission what the policy should be in regard to furnishing water to new subdivisions outszde the City limi�s whicn do not adjoin the present limits. He reported that he had requests to connect to the City water system from Mr. nudley 4�TeidemeZTer, developer of Monterey Subdivision; Mr. �V. H. Armston, developer of P�Izad�w Creek Subdivision; and Mr. E. G. Moore, developer of Sunny Grove Park Subdivision. He said the subdividers in each case were willzng to pay for the line which would run from the City limits to connect to the subdivision. The Mayor suggested that each developer mi�h� be willing to drill a new well on his property which would connect to the City system. The Citv Nar.ager commented that perhaps the wells could ba drilled on a 50/50 basis, the City to pay half the cost, the developer t� pay half, Mr. Dudley Weidemeyer pointed out that half o.f his subdivision was now using City water and asked if the City would rebate the full cost of the outlay of the lines cr would stop at �75.00 per connection. Commissioner Strang sugoested that the Gommission request the City Nanager to have a conference with the three subdividers or_ the possibility of drilling additional wells to service the new subdivisions and estimate the cost. He pronosed that the money used by the developer to drill the well could be returne3 by increasing the refund to �100.00 a connection in order not to tie up the City's money in driliing so many welis. Commissioner Kennedy suggested that two separate contracts could L� set up, one the regular reiunding contract to cover the distribtition system and the other contracting for the City to purchase water from the iiew well at the same rate as from the County until •the Gity has paid back to the developer the cost of drillino th� well. The Gity Manager set a meeting for Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 P,M. for the three developers to meet with him to discuss the matter. The City Manager reported and Gulf-to-Bay houlevard was Clearwater as forrn�rly. 2 �� -�- CITY COMMTSSION MEETING January 31, 1955 that the sign at the southwest corner of U.S. 19 still devotin, the ;,ame amount of space to advertising Mr. George Smith, attorney for Mr. John Segelken, addressed the Gommission requestir_g that his client be sefunded the balance' o£ �1,�.53.00 remaining from the �5,353.�J0 he originally deposited on his refunding contract �Nith the City to cover extension of water lines to Pine RidgE Subdivision outside the City, Mr, Smith pointed out that Mr. Segelken had been required to pay for an extension of app�ox- imately 600 feet of six inch main on Betty Lane in order to bring the line to the City limits, l�r. Smith contended th at other developers had been permitted to cornect to this six,inch line, therefare Mr. Segelken was entitled to a refund of �v75.�J0 for each connection. The Mayor pointed out that it was the intent and understanding of the Commis'sion in enterin� into the contract thGt the refund provisions referred only to those conneetions within Pine Ridge Subdivision. Commissioner Strang commented that such a settlement would set a precedent for other refunding con�racts in new subdivisions. By consent, the Commission re-affirmed its past action in �enying the request. Item J�_D, Report an Sewer Pumping Station on Haven St. (Mr. R?odine), was deferred. In regard to the req_uest for annex.ation fro�n the developers of Stevenson Heights Subdivision, the City Attorney reported that approximately ti,uenty-seven of the houses had been sold so there wexe more than ten re�istered voters living in the area; therefore, it waulci be necessary to nold a referendum instead of annexing it by the quick method. Commissioner Russell moved the report be accepted and that the Commission instruct the City Attorney to make a list of what v�e might want on the next referendun in �egards to b ringing different subdivisions into the City limits, particularly this one. P�iotion was seconded hy Commissionar Strang and carried unanimously, The City 3�I�nagEr reported that the residents in the area of Kinos Highway had requasted that the block north of Pinebrook Drive be resurfaced and also the property owners on Walnut Street from Lake to Highland avenue had asked that PJalnut be resurfac��. Tl•ie i�7anager stated that the City Engineer would like to advertise both projects for bids and had estimated the total cost at approximately �4,OOO.UO. The Mayor su��ested that ths Cornmission study an over-all street resurfacing program and schedule these projects accordin� �o the need. In response to an inquiry from Colr,missioner Bohannon about fixing the road to the City kirport, the City I'�ianager stated that the worlc at the City Airport was being held up until such time as t he City Gommission inspects the property and designates which improvements are to be made. The City i�Ianager reported that the City had bought enough parkino meters for the entire parkino lot on North �sceola �venue at -the time the meters were installed in the west half of the lot. He said he would like approval of installing the rest of the meters in th e eas� half to increase the revenue from the lot. Commissioner Russell moved that the parking meters be installed in the east half oi the City parking lot on North Osceola where there are no meters now. Motian was seconded by Gommissioner Strang and carried�unanimously. The �+iayor suggested it would be wel� to consider improvin� the City park_ng lo� on FrarLklin Street by putting a black top surface on it. By consent-, ti�s Gity Manager was instructed to secure an estimate of the cost of the improvement and the cost of ineters for the lot. In regard to the application of Mr. W. 4tT. Browning to operate a second hand store at 37 I�orth Garden, the City Attorney reported that there was insuf£icient information contained in the application. By consent, the matter was deferred to the next meeting, February �th, and Mr. Browning was to be requested to be present, Commissioner Russell reportina for the Committee on the X.W.C.A. Building �'und stated that the Y.W.C.A, was planning to build a new buildzng on its property on Missouri Avenue and v�ould like the Cit y to donate to the Buildi.ng Funa. He suggested that Y.W.C.A, be requested. to send a representative to one of the future Gommission meetings tQ prasent the plans. By consent, the matter was deferred for more information. The Mayor announced the continuation of the discussion on the request of the Florida Gulf Coast Art Center for a donation of �2,500.00. Mrs. Charlotte Young, secretary to Mrs. Shillard�Smith, described to the Commission the scope of the work done by the Art Center and stated that the school was of b enefit not only to Bell�air but to �learwater and the surrounding area. NIr. Wm, VJilliams, Schno3 Board member, also addressed the Commission praising the woric done by the Art Center ancl su�gested that the Mayor and some of the Comr�issioners attend the next r�eeting of the Board of Governors of the Art Center. The Nayor suggested that it might be possible to change the Art Center into an institution of higker learning, some kind of a liberal arts scho�l, so that it could become accredited, and receive �upporu from the School Board. Mr. Williams said he would be glad to take the matter up r,�ith the School Board. Commissioner Strang moved that the item be tabled subject to a report from the Commit�ee. Motion was seconded by Corr,missioner Kennedy a,�d carried unanimously. 3'►'� _�_ CITY COi,�NfISSION M�ETING January 31, 1955 The City Manager distributed some sketches showing the tenGative plans for dredging the City-owned progerty in Navajo Parit Subdivision in the Stevenson i.reek area. Commi:ssioner �3ohannon stated on behalf of himself and many other property owners in t he neighborhood that he wished to express his objections to the proposal to sell ofi those lots frontin� on RTorth Fort �arrison Avenue for the construction. of motels. Commissicner 5trang called attention to the fact that at the time the City purchased �he submerg8d land in �learwater Bay sou�h of the Cause�aay the Commission had in m�nd the development of the S�evenso n Cresk area and sale of the land to defray a portion of the cost of the purchase c�f the submerged land in Clearwater Bay, and that one of the main projects in connection �aith the purchase of the dredges��as the developtnent of the Stevensan Creek area. Mr. Wm. Redmnnd, adjacent property owner, stated that at the time he purchased his property it was his understanding that this area was to be used for park purposes only. Mr. Charles Vetter, Idr. Wm. H. Wolfe, Mr. Wm. Williams, Mr. F. Fiorintini, Dr. Don Cochran and Mr. J-,.A. Ogden adciressed the Gominission relative to the tentative plan, some of whom su�gested that the entire area be made into a park. AnoL-her suggestion was that just enough lots be pumped up north of Calumet Street to cover the cost o�' the dredge. Commissioner Bohannon moved that the City pump up 300 feet and plat lots whatever depth is desired facing on Calumet and the balance of that land be dedicated and a covenant be written into it that it can never be pumped up or used for motels. The motion died for lack of a second. Following a len�;thy dis�ussion, the Commission adjourned at ']:00 P.M, without taking any action on the matter. Attest: n� �' �� n City Auditor d �lerk Mayor--Commis sione CITY COMt�.ISSI011 MEETING January 31, 1955 Mayor Commissioner Herbert, P�i. 3rown Commissioners: Jack Russell, W. E. Strang, Jr. Guy L, Kennedy, J. N. Bohanmmon Gentlemen: January 2$, 1955 The City Co�,amis:sion caill meet in Speci�l Session on Monday, January 31, 1955, in the City Ha11 Auditorium for the purpose of discussing the items listed on the atLached agenda. Meeting time will be 1:30 P,M. FCM:s Enclo�ures 2. 3. 4� 5. Very truly yours, /s� F. C. Middleton City Nianager SPECIAL Agen�a - City Corr,�nission Neeting of January 31, 1955 Cit}* Hall Auditorium 1:30 P.M. ��� �lwardin� of bids for: A. Palm Trees for D'Iandalay Boulev�rd. B. Six Inch CIMJ Pipe. C. Sixty feet o£ 1�$'t Conorete Pipe. D. Chairs for Baseball Stadium. Utility Improvernents. Cornmission's consideration of items from the Gity tittorneyTs Office A. Ordinance No. 6�.7, Television Ordinance. L'. Resolution formerly naming park at Serainole St. and Ft, Harrison Aveaue. C, Resolut ion to County of Pinel"las requesting tne changing of precinct lines to conform with municipal boundaries. D. Resolution changing name of Overbrook St. i.n Be�t} Lane Heighis Second Arldition and Pinebrook Himhlands Subdivision. Commission's c onsideration of : A. City's Policy for iurnishing water outside the City Limit s, (Monterey, I�Ieadow Creek, Druid Acres First Addition and Sunny Grove Park) B. Managerts z•eport on sign at U. S. �19 and �ulf to Bay Bl�d. C. Segelkan Water Cor_tract, Pinerid,ge Subdivision. D. Report on SEwer Pumping Station on Haven St. (Mr. Nodine} E. Report on 5tevensa�i Heights Subdivision. F. Resurfacing King� Highway one block north of Pinebrook and V1alr,ut from Lake to Highland Avenue. G. Parking Meters in C_ity Parking lot on N. Osceala Avenue. H. Granting of permit to operate Second Hand Store. (W. �+1. Browning, 43 N. Garden Avenue). I. Report from Committes wi•th reference to YWCA request for funds. (i+�ayqr an3 Russell) J. Florida Gulf Coast Art Genter and recommendations on request for funds,. K. Plans for dredging Stevenson Creek. L. Request of Clearwater �iarine Sales to lease property adjaceat to Park Inn for the purpose of buildin� a show room for displaying boats. (Hand and Butcher). M. Proposed si.ght for flower garden for Clearwater Garden Club. N. City employees pay plan and classification survey. (Report by City Manager). 0. Parkir.g Lot belai�gin� to Mr. N. B. Beeeher on the southwest corner of Jones St. and n. Garden Avenue. Any other item not on the agenda �vill be �onsidered with the consent of the Commission. RESOZUTION WHEREAS, there is presently a City Par°k lying,south of 8eminole Street and. west of North Fort Harrison Avenue in the City of Clearwater, and WHEREAS, said park has heretofore been dedicated to the public use, and WHEREAS, it appears that said park has never been officially named and as a result said park kias been informally referred to by varzous and sundry titles and names, �:nd WHEREAS, this has led to confusion, and V)HEREAS, the Woman�s Club of Clear�vater, Florida, has requested the City Commission of the City of Clearwater to officially entitle and name the af�resaid park '��eminole Park,° and WHIIiEAS, the City Commission feels that said name is appropriate ��nd befitting said park. {Continueda CTTY C(3MMISSION ME�TING January 31, 1955 (Continued) NObd, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of ClearwaterT �lorida in session duly and regularly assembled as iollows: l. That the City Park lying south of Seminole S�reet and west of North Fort Harrison Avenue be and same shali hereafter be known as T�3eminole Park," PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3lst day of January, A. D, 1955• �s/ fIerbert M. Brown Mayor-Commzssioner Attest• /s/ H.�G. Winga City Audxtor and Clerk RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Board of County Comraissioners of Pinsllas County, Florida have by Resolution adopted the State Registration S}stem, and WHEREAS, by Resolution dated the 20th day of September A. D, 1954, the City oi ClearvaFter adopted the State Permanent Registration System as provided in Secti�n 9$.141, F'lorida Statutes, 1g53, and pursuant to Sectio�l 9$.09Z, Florida Statutes, 1953, and Z�HEREAS, it is the considered opinion of the City Commission of �he City of Clearvaater, Florida, that it will be to the benefit of the City of Clearwater and to the County of Pinellas to changa precir:ct lines from time to Uime in such a manner as to make them continually coniorm to the municipal boundaries of the Citp of Clearwater. NQZd, TNEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Go�nission of the City of Glearwater, Flc�rida, in session duly �nd regularly assembled as follows: That the Ci�y o�' Clearwater, F'loricia, pursuan� to Section 9$.091, Florida Statktes, 1953, hereby requests the Board of Countg Commissioners of Pinellas �ountq, Florida and the Supervisar of He�istration of Pinellas County, Florida, ta change and adjust the precinet 1ir.es of the Gounty of Pinellasy F�.a�icla, from time to time zn so far as they affect the City of Clearwater in such a manner as to have said precinct lines continually confc�rm to the municipal. boundaries oi the Gity of �learU�ater, Florida. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 31st day of January, A. D, 1g55, /s� Herbert M. Brown Riayor-Commis sioner - Attestt /s/ H. G. Wingo City Auditor and �lerk , _. y L�