10/17/1955
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
The City Commission of" the City of Clearwater met in re~ular session at C:I.ty
Hall, Monday, October 17, 1955, at 1:)0 P.M. with the following members present:
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Jack Russell
W. E. Strang, Jr.
Guy L. Kennedy
J. N. Bohannon
Absent:
Commi sslone r
Commis sioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Herbert M. Brown
Mayor-Commissioner
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F. C. Middleton
Chas. M. Phillips
G. T. McC1amma
S. Lickton
C i t Y M.anager
City Attorney
Chief of Police
City En~ineer
The City Attorney called the meeting to order and announced it would be
necessary to elect a Mayor pro tern due to the absence of Mayor Brown. Commissioner
Bohannon moved that Commissioner Russe11 be elected Mayor pro tern. Motion was
seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
The invocation was given by the Reverend O. H. Hudgins of" Belmont Park
I'-1ethodi st Church, Clearwater. Commissioner Stran g moved tha t the minutes of the
regular meeting of October Jrd and the special meeting of October 13th be approved
in accordance with copies furnished each member in writin~ subject to any corrections
by Mayor Brown. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously_
The City Manager reported that three bids were received for one new four door
station wagon for the Traffic Department. The bids were read as follows:
Larry Dimmitt, Inc.
Kennedy & Strickland
Lokey Motor Co.
$2,057.40
1,907.27
no bi d
COllmissioner Strang moved that the bids be turned over to the Manager and Purchasing
Depart:nent for tabu1at ion and return to the next meeting. I'4otion was sec onded by
COlnrni ssioner Bohannon and carried unanimously.
It was reported by the Manager that three bids had been received for one
self-propelled ~ower mower with a trade-in of a 31 inch Beasley mower. The bids
were read as follows:
Lee Opp & Co., Tampa
Bowman-McCaughan, Clearwater
Ideal Lawnmower Shop, Clearwater
$519.50
Trade-in
$40.00
75.00
79.00
Net
$479.50
579.50
590.00
Commissioner Strang moved that the bids be turned over to the Manager for tabulation
and returned to the next regular meeting. Motion was seconded by Commissioner
Kennedy and carried unanimously.
The two bids received for three new trucks were read by the Manager as
~ollo'Ws:
Ii ton truck
~ ton truck, chassis, cab & body
i ton truck, chassis & cab
Trade-in of" '29 Ford
Net cost
Dimmitt
$1904..46
1190.00
1106.40
25.00
1081.40
Ken & Str.
11921.00
1228.60
1146.58
50.00
1096.58
Commissioner Strang moved that the bids be referred to the Manager for recommenda-
tion and returned to the next regular meeting. Motion was seconded by
Commis sioner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
It was reported that four bids had been received for replacing the sanitary
sewer in Hamlet Avenue between Wildwood Way and Belleview Boulevard and in
Belleview Boulevard. The Manager read the bids as follows:
,8" sewer 6" sewer ,Total
E. I. Rutledge, St. Petersburg '4845.00 'i450.00 $5295.00
E. H. Holcomb, Jr., Clearwater 4335.00 300.00 4635.00
Ray Birkbeck, uuncdin 4335.00 337.50 4672.50
Stansfield Con~tr. Co., Tampa 4845.00 225.00 5070.00
After tabulation, the City Manager recommended accepting the low bid of $4,635.00
from E. H. Holcomb, Jr., of Clenrwater. CorMlis~ioner Strang moved that the
l~nager's recon~ondation be adopted and the contract be awarded. Motion was
~econded by COlllmissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously.
Regarding the bids for one carload of two inch pipe and 3/4 inch pipe,
the City ~.lanager reported that the bid of $4,177.40 .crom Cameron &. Barkley,
Tampa, was the low bid but the bid was based on price at the time of shipment.
Therefore, he was recommendin~ that the bid of $4,189.90 from Peerless-Florida
be accepted since a firm price was quoted by them. Commissioner Kennedy moved
that the City !/Lana.ger' s recommendation be accepted and that the purchase
contract for one carload of pipe be awarded to the Peerless-Florida of
Clearwater, Florida, for their bid of i4,la9.90, it being the best bid although
~l2.00 higher than a bid from an out of town supplier. Motion was seconded
by Commissioner Strang and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney reported that Mayor Brown had sent a message suggesting
that since a large group of Clearwater people would be attending the hearing
on the Island Sstates fill in Clearwater Bay being conducted by the Water and
Navigation Control Board at the Court House, he thou~t it would be well to
take up only the necessary items at the CommiEsion meeting and postpone the
other items to an adjourned meetin:; later in the week.
A Public Hearing was announced on the continuation of the request of Mr~
H. H. Young for a twenty foot setback line from Kipling Plaza and a fifteen foot
setback line from Lantana Avenue for Lots 6, 7 and a, Block 44, Mandalay
Subdivision. The ~~yor explained that this Public Hearing had been adjourned
from the meeting of September 19th to permit the Building Department to make
a sketch of the actual setbacks on Lantana Avenue bet~een Gardenia and Kipling
Plaza and in the b1. ock on Lantana north from Kipling Plaza. The Zoning Board's
recommendation was that the fifteen foot setback from Lantana be granted but
that only a twenty-three foot setback be permitted from Kipling Plaza to
conform with existing buildings. Mr. Wm. MacKenzie, representing interested
property owners on Lantana, stated that his clients were objecting to granting
of the fifteen foot setback on Lantana and would like it to be a twenty foot
setback the s~ne as the other houses. Examination of the sketch submitted
by the Building Department showed that all of the houses on both sides of
Lantana from Kipling Plaza to Gardenia conformed to a twenty foot setback.
After having held this Public Hearing on the request of H. H. Young for a twenty
foot setback line from Kipling Plaza and a fifteen foot setback line from
Lantana Avenue for Lots 6, 7 and $, Block 44, Mandalay Subdivision, Commissioner
Strang moved that a twenty..three foot setback line from Kipling Plaza and a
twenty foot setback line from Lantana Avenue be approved. Motion was seconded
by Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously.
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CITY COMIvUSSION lVlEETING
October 17, 1955
The iVIayor announced a Public Hearing to reconsider the request of Mr.
William M. Goza, on behalf of Mr. Edward L. Hohenstein and other owners of Tract A,
Hillcrest Drive Re-Sub, for a ten foot property line setback for a distance of
fifty feet along Hillcrest Drive starting approY~mately 120 feet south of the
present curb line of Drew Street in accordance with plans submitted. The Mayor
inquired if there were any objections to ~rantin~ the request and there were none.
Mr. Goza explained that the plans had been signed by the adjoining nei~bors
indicating their approval. After having held this Public Hearing and having heard
no valid objections, Corrmissioner Hohannon moved that the request be p,ranted for
a ten foot property line setback (a setback of twenty-five feet from the proposed
curb line) for a distance of fifty feet along Hillcrest Drive starting approximately
120 feet south of the present curb line of Drew Street in accordance with plans
submitted. l~otion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
A Public Hearing was called on ~he request of Mr. William B. Amstutz, owner
of Lots 23, 24 and 25, Block K, Navajo Park Subdivision, for a setback of fifteen
feet from an unnamed street northerly of Lot 25, Block K, Navajo Park Subdivision.
The City Attorney read the request from I~. Amstutz and the Zoning Board's recom-
m~njation that the request be granted. Mr. E. D. Weidemeyer, owner of Lots 1-4,
Block A, Navajo Park Subdivision, was present and after explanation of the request
stated that he had no objection to ~ranting the fifteen foot setback from the
unnamed street as long as the twenty-five foot setback from Apache Trail was to be
maintained. The Mayor inquired if there were any objections and there were none.
After having heard this Public Hearin~ and no valid objections being made,
Cornrnissi oner Bohannon moved that the ZoninG Board's recommendation be approved.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Strang and carried unanirr,ous ly.
The Mayor called a Public Hearing on the request of Mr. Frank J. Muscarella,
Jr., on behalf of I.Ir. Elmer Hunt, for Business use of Lots 17-21, inclusive,
Block E, Lakeview Heights ~ubdivision, presently zoned R-2. The City Attorney
read the request from Mr. Muscarella and the Zoning Board's recommendation which
was that the City should take referendum action toward re-zonin~ the tier of lots
on the west side of Missouri Avenue between Lakeview and Kingsley from R-2 to
Business use because of the predolninant use now being made of the area. The
Zoning board further recommended th3.t the petition of Mr. Hunt be granted. The
Mayor inquired if there were any objections from anyone in the audience and there
were none. Having held this Public Hearing and not havinf~ received any valid
objections to the request of Mr. Hunt to have the zoning regulation on Lots 17-21,
Block E, Lakeview Hei;~hts Subdivision, changed from R-2 to Business, in view of
the apparent hardship to this owner. Commissioner Kennedy moved that his request
be granted and the appropriate change in the zoning re~lations be made effective.
Iv1otion was seconded by Commissioner Boha.r;non and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Kennedy asked that the Zoning Board be notified to make a study
of all of their requests for zonin:~ changes and be prepared to submit a complete
schedule in ample time to set it on the zoning referendum.
The Mayor announced a Public hearing on the followin:; requests for setbacks
from Mr. J. J. Simmons:
1. A fifteen foot setback from Lantana and Narcissus Avenues far Lot 1,
Block 257, Carlouol, and a fifteen Loot setback from Narcissus Avenue
for Lot 2, Block 257, Carlouel.
2. A five foot setback from Laurel Street for Lot 5, Block 257, Carlouel.
3. A five foot setback from Juniper for Lots 1 and 11, Block 264, Carlouel.
4. A five foot set.back from Junirer for Lot 8, Block 263, Garlouel.
Mr. \'1. S. Wightman, attorney, appeared on behalf of Mr. Simmons, explainir.g that
he wished to build homes on these lots and on the corner lots keeping a twenty-five
foot setback would leave only 32 feet for building space. One of the Commissioners
commented that a request had previously been made of the Corr~ission to vacate a
twelve foot encroachment of Juniper Street on Lots 1 and 11, Block 264, Carlouel.
It was explained that when the Commission investigated the request it was found
that the twelve f~et of paving were inside the fence surrounding Carlouel
Subdivision; therefore, the granting of a five foot setback on these lots would
put the house in the middle of the so-called street. It was the consensus of
opinion of the Gormni ssioners that the entire fence should be taken down and it was
suggested that Mr. Wightman confer with Mr. T. R. Palmer regarding the matter.
Conmi ssioner Strang moved that these requests be held up and that the Public Hearing
be adjourned to November 7th, 1955. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Bohannon
and carried unanimously. Mrs. Don Armstrong stated that certain property owners
had not been notified and the Clerk was directed to send out additional notices
for the Public Hearing on November 7th.
A Public Hearing was called on the construction of a five foot sidewalk on
the north side of Palmetto Street from the east line of West Avenue to the west
property line of Pinellas High School. The City Manager reported that right of way
had been acquired to construct this sidewalk to connect with the sidewalk for the
Greenwood Apartments on the west and the Pinellas High School sidewalk on the east.
He said the estimated cost for the sidewalk was $1,529.00 and that he would like
to have sidew8~k constructed at the same time along Stadium Drive from the corner
of Palmetto to the Colored entrance to the Baseball Park at an estimated cost of
$770.00. The Mayor inquired if there were any objections and there were none.
Having held this Public Hearing and having heard no valid objections, Comnissioner
Strang moved that the project be approved and the City Manager be authorized to
take bids. Motion was seconded by Commissi oner hohannon and carried unanimously.
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CITY COMMIS~ION MEETING
October 17, 1955
The Mayor announced a Public Hearin~ on the construction of an eight inch
sanitary sewer in Eldorado Avenue from a point sixty feet south of the south line
of Bohenia Circle to Acacia Street and in Acacia Street east to Mandalay Avenue.
The City Engineer re~orted that there had been several requests for a sanitary
sewer i'n this block and that a prelimir.ary hearln~ had been held at which the
reaction had been favorable. A letter was read from Mr. Louis Wellhouse, Jr.,
owner of Lot 2, Block 12, and Lot 5, Block 2, Mandalay, indicating his approval
of the project. The Mayor inquired if there were any objections and there were
none. The City Manager estimated the cost at $2.89 per front foot or a total of
~\1,645.00 for the entire project. Having held this Public Hearing and having
heard no valid objection, Commissioner Strang moved that the construction of an
eight inch sanitary sewer and appurtenances in Eldorado Avenue from a point
approximately 60 feet south of the south lir.e of Bohenia Circle to the north line
of Acacia Street and in Acacia Street from the east line of Eldorado Avenue easterly
to the existing sanitary sewer in Mandalay Avenue be approved and the Manager be
authorized to take bids and the project be assessed. Motion was seconded by
Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanLllously.
The City Manager reported that one sealed proposal had been recei ved for
leasing Lot 7, City Park ~ubdivision. The City Attorney read the proposal from
Howard Johnson, Incorporated, to lease the easterly portion of Lot 7, City Park
Subdivision, a minimum of 250 foot frontage on Causeway Boulevard by 192 f'eet
more or less on Marianne ~treet. The letter proposed a fifteen year lease at
$4,800.00 per year with an option for ten years at $6,000.00 per year and stated
that Howard Johnson, Incorporated, would build a $75,000.00 building on the
property to be equi~ped at an approximate cost of $35,000.00. The letter
specified that off street parking would be provided for patrons of the restaurant
and would not be restricted. The Mayor asked Mrs. Anna Whelan, representative of
the Howard Johnson chain, if the company realized that taxes also would have to be
paid by the lessee and she replied that they did expect to pay the taxes. A letter
was read from the Clearwater Resort Association expressing objection to the City's
leasing the property and suggesting that it be retained as park property. Mr.
Donald Beath sug~ested that the matter be delayed as he r~lt that many Clearwater
Beach r8sidents were attending the Water and ~avi~ation Control Board hearing
concerning the Island Estates f'ill in Clearviater Bay. The Mayor replied that
since receiving of' sealed proposals on the property had been set for this meeting,
the pro posal wo uld at least ha ve to be acc epted for study. Conmis sioner Strang
moved that the bid be taken under consideration. Motion was seconded by
Commissioner Kennedy and carried unaniuously. Commissioner Bohannon suggested
to Mrs. Whelan of Howard Johnson, Incorporated, that a [-lot plan showing the
location of the proposed buildins on the property and the parking space would be
helpful to the Cor:illlission while the proposal is under consideration.
The City Manager presented a request from George and Willa Mae Peterson to
permit them to build a house on Lot 20, Block H, Fairmont Subdivision, with 624
square in it. The Manager explained that the minimum requirements were 750 square
feet. The Zoning Boardts recommendation was that the request be granted according
to the attached plan as the members did not believe that the house would be detri-
mental or adverse to existing construction in the area. Comnissioner Strang moved
that this request with the change to 624 square feet in this house be approved.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously.
Mr. W. S. Wightman, attorney, addressed the Commission on behal.f of Mr.
R. C. Bleakley, exp1ainin~ that his client is planning to develop some property
owned by Mr. D. A. Salls, now platted as part of the Unit 1 of First Addition to
Salls Subdivision, and acreage now outside the City directly east of this property
in Section 22-29-15. Mr. Wightman stated that his client wished to make ~23 lots
out of'this area if the Commission would give permission to have the property
serviced by the sanitary sewer line already installed for Unit 1 of Salls
Subdivision. He said the developer was also applying for annexation of the
property into the City limits. Commissioner Strang sug5ested that consideration
of the matter be deferred to a meeting to be set for Thursday afternoon, October
20th. By consent, the Commission agreed to this.
The City Manager presented a Resolution requiring thirty-seven property
owners to clean their lots of weeds and underbrush. Commissioner Bohannon moved
that the Resolution be adopted. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and
carried unanimously.
Commissioner Strang moved that the meeting be adjourned at 3:30 P.M. to
reconvene at 1:30 P.M. on Thursday, October 20th, 1955. Motion was seconded by
Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously.
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The City Commission of the City of Clearwater reconvened at City Hall on
Thursday, October 20th, 1955, at 1:30 P.M. with the ~ollowing members present:
Herbert M. Brown
W. E. Strang, Jr.
Jack Russell
Guy L. Kennedy
Jle :.N. Bohannon
Mayor-Ccmminsioner
COlTlI1issioner
ComInis sioner
COImlissioner
Commissioner
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
Also present were:
F. C. Middleton
B. J. Driver
G. T. McC lanlffia
S. Lickton
City Manager
Asst. City Attorney
Chier of Police
City Engineer
The invocation was given by Commissioner Bohannon. The Mayor called the
meeting to order and announced that this meeting had been adjourned from the
meetins of October 17th. The Assistc-tnt City Attorney read a letter from Mr.
William Trickel, Secretary-Treasurer o~ the Bomber Booster Club, requestin~ the
sum of $3,000.00 ~rom the Special Events Fund of the Chamber of Conunerce to help
in the support of the Clearwater Bombers. Commissioner Strang moved that the
request be approved. Motion was seconded by COHunis sione r Bohannon and carried
unanimously.
A le tter was read .from l'-1r. A. V. Hancock, Secretary-Treasurer of the Fun 'N
Sun Executive Committee, requestin~ an advance of $2,500.00 from the budget
appropriation for the 1956 Fun 'N Sun Celebration. Commissioner Strang moved that
the request be granted. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carried
unanimously.
The City Manager presented an application from the American Oil Company ~or
permission to build a service station on the northwest corner of Gulf-to-Bay
Boulevard and Arcturas Avenue. He said the plans had been approved by the Zoning
Board and were approved by the City Engineer subject to certain changes in the
driveways and the curb cuts and subject to approval of the plumbing plans.
Commissioner Strang commented that he thought concrete driveways should be required
for all new gas stations. After discussion, the Commission set a policy that
concrete driveways would be definitely required of all new service stations.
Commissioner Strang moved the approval of the fillin~ station plans from the
American Oil Vompany with any restrictions by the Attorney, Engineer, Manager and
the City Commission. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Bohannon and carried
unanimously.
The Assistant City Attorney read a letter from Wake1ing and Levison, Architects,
which presented a proposal or a fee schedule on preparing plans ~or alterations
to the Municipal Auditorium. The proposal was a .fee o~ six per cent should the
work not exceed $125,000.00 and if it exceeds that ~igure, the fee would be five
and three-quarters per cent for all work up to $250,000.00. The Manager explained
that the alterations being considered were revising the lightin~ system, installing
acoustical tile and air conditionin~, and renovating inside and out. The Mayor
lfientioned that an earlier feasibility reIJort from the General Cant ractors
Association had said that the building was susceptible of the improvement and had
recommended that it be done. The need for a sanitary se~er and lift station to
serve the Auditorium and adjacent areas was discussed. Commissioner Kennedy
moved that the .firm of ~vakeling and Levi son be instructed to prepare contracts
for the Commis si. on's consideration at an early meeting. Motion was seconded by
COITimis sioner Strang and carried unanimously.
A letter l,'Jas read from to'Ir. vI. S. \'lig;htrnan, attorney, 'Written for ~'lr. R. C.
Bleakley, explaining the request considered at the last meeting for sanitary
sewer service to property ~resently owned by ~r. D. A. Salls' ~hich r~. Bleakley
plans to purchase and develop. This property will include part of Unit 1 of the
First il.ddition to Salls Subdi vision and acreage adjoining it on the east now
outside the City. The City Engineer said that if permission is given to serve
this new subdivision, it will use up the entire capacity of this sewer line.
Mr. WightHlan said too t his client proposed to develop the 115 acres by making
425 lots in the subdivision, and that he would like to have the area annexed as
it was developed in units o~ twenty-rive or firty acres at a time as he thought
the bond would be prohibitive for improvements to the whole area at one time.
It was suggested by the Cornmis.::ioners that the total area should be brought in as
acreage and then platted when the developers ~ere ready. The Mayor commented that
an Ordinance 632 contract and bond could be arranged for each unit as it was
platted. COfllluissioner Bohannon moved that the CO/lll1lission go on record as ear-
marking the sewer facilities represented by t~is particular sewer line subject to
the developer submitting a master plan for the development of the property for
approval by the Commission, the Zoning board and the Planning Board, and also
subject to all of the property being brou~ht into the City as soon as possible
and that each successi v~ unit. of the subdi. vision as planned be required to conform
to Ordinance 632, with a 90 day compliAnce period for submitting the master plan.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
The Manager presented a letter from Mrs. Clara M. Hensley, o~ner of Lot 12,
Block K, Keystone Manor, which contained a request for permission to convert her
present garage into a bedroom and add a carport on the front of the house which
would necessitate a twelve foot setback from Keystone Drive. By consent, the
Manager was directed to notiry Mrs. Hensley that her request had been denied by
the Zoning Board but tha t the Commission would hold a Public Hearing on it if
she so requested.
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CITY CO~~IbvION MEETING
October 17, 1955
In regard to Item 6-J, ftStorm Sewer line in Alley between Franklin and Court
Streets and the SAL and ACL Railroads", the City Manager reque sted the Mayor
to appoint a Committee from the Commission to discuss the matter with him and the
City Engi neer and br in!~ back a report to the next meeting. The Mayor appointed
Commissioners Strang and Bohannon to s~rve on this Co~nittee.
The City Manager reported that future expansion of the Gas Department is being
considt:3red should natural ~as become avai lable to the City by construction of a
natural ~as transmission line int.o t:.he State. He said it would be necessary to
have information compiled as to the expansion of the system by consulting engineers
who specialize in that type of work. He sai.d he had recei ved a proposal and a
proposed contract from a firr:. of enr;ineers to make preliminary studies, estimates
of cost, Hnd ~stimates of revenue for a flat fee of $3,(;00.00 but the contract
had not yet been examined by t,he Ci ty Attorney. By consent, the City Attorney was
directt!d to check the contract and return the matter to the City COlTU11ission for
acti on.
In rogard to the new traffic plan at the intersection of Cleveland and Greenwood
Avenue, l~r. Fred Bell, 'fraffic Engineer, ref;orted that to the best of his knowledge
that while the whole project had not been completed, the plan was workin~ well.
Mr. H. H. baskin, attorney rerresentinr.; pl'of:erty owner s on both sides of the street
west of the intersection, stated that the control program was destroying property
values in ~he vicinity, and p:~ticul~rly criticized the pedestrian island which he
claim~d blocked ingress and e~ress to the gas station on the northwest corner
owned by Mr. Jesse A. Cox. Ivlr. Baskin also clain.ed that ~,lr. Cox was losing
$200.00 per week at the station and had lost one tenant, a used car dealer,
because of the no parking restriction at the curb. Mr. Baskin repeated that he
had offered to give seven feet from his property to widen the south side of the
street and thou~ht that six feet mi~ht be available on the north side.
Commissioner Strang sug:;ested rernovin~ the temporary pedestrian island. The Mayor
asked if wideninG the street would help the situation, and Mr. Bell replied that
a mor e complete study would ha ve to be ma de but he believed it would give more
parking space. The City Engineer was instructed to make a complete survey of the
area to find out how much land would be available for the widening of Cleveland
Street west of the intersection. By consent, it was agreed that Mr. Bell,
Patrolman Wayne King and the City hngineer would meet with the property owners
at 5:00 o'clock the same afternoon to try to work out a satisfactory arrangement
for all concerned.
In regard to the bids for three trucks opened at the last meeting, the City
Nanager recommended acceptin~ the low bid of '4,175.86 from Larry Dimmitt, Inc.,
Clearwater. Commissioner Strang moved that the Manager's recommendation be
approved and that the bid for the three trucks be awarded to Larry Dimmitt, Inc.
Motion was seconded by Conmissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
The City Manager explained that in the two bids received at the last meeting
for the four door station wa~on for the Traffic Department the bid of $2,057.40
from Larry DiIlllllitt, Inc., did not include the special equiJ:ment needed which would
raise their bid to $2,245.08 with the equipment. Therefore, he recommended accept-
ing the low bid of $1,907.27 from Kennedy & Strickland ComJ:any for a 1956 Ford
8 cylinder stat ion \'iagon wi th the equipmen tine luded. Commis sioner Russell moved
that the recommendation of the City Manager be approved and the bid awarded to
Kennedy and Strickland. Motion was seconded by Cornmis sioner Strang and carried
unanimously.
Regarding the bids for one self.'propelled power mower, the City Manager
recommended accepting the low bid of $479.50 from Lee Opp & Company, Tampa, for a
Gravely mO\"Jer. Commissioner Strang moved that the Manager's recommendation be
accepted and that Lee Opp & Company be awarded the contrhct for the power mower
at a price of $479.50. Motion was seconded by Conmissioner Hussell and carried
unanimously.
The City Manager reported that another request had been received from a
property owner on the north side of Palmetto Street, Mr. James P. Grode, (owner
of Lot 8, Bonair Hill #4) to have Palmetto Street opened and paved from Highland
to Wood Drive. He said the letter stated that the owner was prevented from building
on his property as there was no street ~iving access to it. The Manager explained
that a preliminary hearing had been held some time ago at which it developed that
the owners on the south side were opposed to opening the street. By consent, the
Commission directed the lJlanager to advertise a Public Hearing on the proposed
paving.
The City Manager presented a request from Mr. William r~eyer for a renewal
for one year of his permit to dock his boat the "Sea Fever" at the Municipal Dock.
The Manager explained that the permit was on a month to month basis and could be
cancelled by the City at any time. Co~~issioner Russell moved that the lease be
renewed under the same conditions. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Strang
and carried unanimously.
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
The question was brought up as to whether Mr. Howard Ewing was issued a
building permit for the band stand being constructed for the appearance of Sammy
Kaye's orchestra on October 24th. Mr. O. H. Anderson, Building Inspector, was
called to the meeting ~nd he quoted from Ordinance 627 which defined the structure
as a temporary amusement project; therefore, he explained that he did not require
~ building permit. However_ Commissioner Strang was of the opinion that a building
permit should be issued under the Southern Building Code which requires a permit
for any structure costing over $50.00. The Assistant City Attorney read the para-
graph front the minutes of Au~ust 15th, 1955, in which the Conunission granted Mr.
Ewing permission for one entert~inment and referred any future requests to the
City Manager and the City Attorney for decision. By consent; the Building
Inspector was directed to ask Mr. Ewing to apply for a building permit and the
Finance Department was to see that a fee was collected for a one day entertainment
license.
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exchange of property between the City and Calvary Baptist Church explained that
the church has offered to give the City a strip of property 32 feet wide on
Cleveland Street with a depth of 174 feet lying east of the present boundary of
the City property, in return they would like a plot of land lying west of their
Educational Building approximately 56 feet by 140 feet to use for parking purposes.
Commissioner Kennedy recommended accepting the trade of properties if the church
would agree to maintain the driveway as an open driveway. Commissioner Bohannon
said he thought the church would agree to that provision. The Mayor suggested
that the proper contracts be drawn and executed and have the matter come back
before the Commission for its final deliberation on it. By consent, Commissioner
Kennedy and Commissioner Bohannon were directed to work with the City Attorney in
instructing him on the preparation of the agreement.
The City Manager reported that the Chief of Police and the Traffic Department
were recommending that parking be eliminated in front of the City Hall and the
Park Terrace Grill to help the traffic problem at these two intersections.
Commis sioner Strang commented tha t the re would not be much parking space left for
the public. He suggested that the parking lot behind the City Hall be restricted
to City trucks and people wishin~ to pay bills at the City Hall. The V~yor
suggested that the Police Chief's recolnmendation be taken under advisement and
that some expression on the matter should be secured from the owner of the
Park Terrac~ Grill.
The Mayor presented a Resolution requested by a Citizens Committee from
Safety Harbor and other areas to endorse the construction of a freshwater lake in
that part of Tampa Bay that lies on the north side of Courtney Campbell Parkway.
Commissioner Bohannon moved that the Resolution be adopted and the proper o~ficials
be authorized to execute it. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and
carried unanimously.
Commissioner Strang reported that he had turned several petitions over to
City Manager signed by property owners fronting on Stevenson Creek east of
railroad requesting the cleaning up of Stevenson Creek. He requested that
Manager secure an estimate of the cost and bring back a report.
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The Commission now adjourned as the City Com.....nission and acting as Trustees
of the Pension Fund awnitted William A. Fletcher, Assistant Dredge Operator in
the Public Service Department, to membership in the Pension Plan on a motion by
Commissioner Strang which was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carried
unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting
adjourned at 4:40 P.M.
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
October 14, 1955
Mayor Commissioner Herbert M. Brown
Commissioners: Jack Russell, W. E. Stran,~, Jr.
Guy L. Kennedy, J. N. Bohannon
Gentlemen:
The City Commission will meet in Regular Session on Monday afternoon,
October 17, 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.
/5/ F. C. Middleton
City Manager
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Agenda - City Commission Meetin~ of October 17, 1955
City HaJl Auditorium
1:30 P.M.
1. Invocation, The Rev. O. H. Hudgins, Belmont Park Methodist, Clearwater.
2. Approving the minutes of the Regular Meeti.ng of October 3, 1955 and the
Special Meeting of October 13, 1955.
3. Opening of bids for:
A. Station Wagon for Traffic Department.
B. Self-Propelled Power Mower for Parks Department
C. Two Trucks for the City Fleet. (Public Works)
D. Replacement of Sanitary Sewer in Hamlet Avenue between Wildwood Way and
Bellevie~ Boulevard and in Belleview Boulevard.
4. Awarding of bid for one car galvanized pipe.
5. Public Hearings:
A. Continuation of request of Mr. H. H. Young for a twenty foot setback
line from Kiplin~ Plaza and a fifteen foot setback line from Lantana
Avenue for Lots 0, 7, and 8, Block 44, Mandalay Subdivision.
B. Request of William M. Goza, on behalf of Mr. Edward L. Hohenstein and
other owners of Tract A, Hillcrest Drive Re-Sub, for a ten foot property
line setback (a setback of twenty-five feet from the proposed curb line)
for a distance of fifty feet along Hillcrest Drive starting approximately
120 feet south of the present curb line of Drew Street in accordance
with plans submitted.
C. Request of Mr. William B. Amstutz, owner of Lots 23, 24 and 25, Block K,
Navajo Park Subdivision, for a setback of fifteen feet from an unnamed
street northerly of Lot 25, Block K, Navajo Park Subdivision.
D. Request of Mr. Frank J. Muscarella, Jr., on behalf of Mr. Elmer Hunt,
for Business use of Lots 17-21, inclusive, Block E, Lakeview Heights
Subdivision, presently zoned R-2. These lots face Missouri Avenue.
E. Requests of Mr. J. J. Simmons as follows:
1. Permission for a fifteen foot setback from Lantana and Narcissus
Avenues for Lot 1, Block 257, Carlouel, and a fifteen foot setback
from Narcissus Avenue for Lot 2, Block 257, Carlouel Subdivision.
2. Permission far a five foot setback from Laurel Street for Lot 5,
Block 257, Carloue1 Subdivision.
3. Permission for a five foot setback from Juniper Street for Lots 1
and 11, Block 264, Carlouel Subdivision.
4. Permission for a five foot setback from Juniper Street for Lot 8,
Block 263, Carlouel Subdivision.
F. Construction of a five foot sidewalk on the north side of Palmetto
Street from the east line of West Avenue to the east property line of
Pinellas High School.
G. an Sanitary Sewer and appurtenances in Eldorado Avenue from a point
approximately 60 feet south of the south line of Bohenia Circle to the
north line of Acacia Street and in Acacia Street from the east line
of Eldorado Avenue easterly to the existing sanitary sewer in Mandalay
Avenue.
6. Commission's consideration of:
A. Renewal of Lease with Mr. William Meyer.
B. Proposed Electrical Ordinance from Electrical Contractors.
C. Letter from William Trickel, Bomber Booster Club.
D. Letter from Fun 'N Sun requesting funds from 1956 appropriation.
E. Request from George and Willa Mae Peterson for approval of plans for
dwelling south of Fairmont St., in the Colored Area near the Disposal
Plant.
F. Filling Station Plans from American Oil Company.
G. Improvements of Municipal Auditorium.
H. Additional proposed development on property owned by D. A. Salls.
(Letter from Mr. Wightman)
I. Request of Mrs. Clara M. Hensley for twelve foot setback on Lot,12,
Block K, Keystone Manor. (Denied by Zoning Board)
J. Storm Sewer line in Alley between Franklin and Court Streets and the
SAL and ACL Railroads.
K. Manager's report with reference to Natural Gas.
L. Leasing property across from the Marina Building.
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October 17, 1955
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7. Utility Improvements.
8. Lot Mowing Applications.
9. Any other item not on the agenda will be considered with the consent of the
Comi 5si on.
Adjoarnment
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October 5. 1955
City Commission
Clearwater, Florida
Gentleme n:
In accordance with statements made to the City Commission at its meeting
on October J, 1955, request is hereby made on behalr of Mr. Edward L. Hohenstein
for a 10 root property line setback for a distance of 50 feet only along Hillcrest
Avenae (a setback of 25 feet from the curb line), in accordance with the Sketch
5abmitted to the City Commission at that meeting.
Very t mly yours,
/s/ William M. Goza, Jr.
Attorney for Edward L. Hohenstein
(First Federal Building,
Clearwater, Florida)
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10-6-55
To:
From:
Sub ject:
F. C. Middleton, City Manager
01iver H. Anderson, Sec'y. Zoning Board
Request of William B. Amstutz
The Zoning Board recommends that we grant a 15' set back on Harbor Drive for the
reason that Harbor Drive is merely an unpaved and unused easement that the City
acquired years ago from subdividers, and never used.
Attached hereto is letter of request and plat.
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1767 Apache Trail
Clearwater, Florida
September 12, 1955
Clearwater Zoning Board
Cit y Hall
Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
The andersigned is the owner of
Lots 23, 24 and 25, Block "K", NAVAJO PARK SUBDIVISION
I wm also the owner of the three adjoining lots, being described as
Lots 20, 21 and 22, Block "K", NAVAJO PARK SUBDIVISION
upon ~nich property my home is situated.
Constraction is contemp+ated of a d~elling on the three lots ~irst above
described, which dwelling would be or bhe appro~te size or my home (26 x 55),
~l1ich is located on the three lots last above described, which are immediately
to the Soath of the other property.
Because of the fact that the A.C.L. Railroad and swampy land lie to the rear
of the property, it is almost imperative for a house of any size to be erected
with the larger portion of its dimensions running in a Northerly and Southerly
directi on.
Therefore I respectfully request that an exception be made under the hardship
rule to permit erection of the proposed dwelling within 5 feet or the Southerly
line or the property (also 15'-0" from Harbor Drive on the North). As stated, I
own the house immediately to the South and thererore no objection to location
of the proposed house would be made by owner of the property directly affected,
and I do no~ believe that surrounding property owners would be adversely affected
either.
I attach hereto sketch in accordance with your requirements.
Very tru1y yours.
/s/ William B. Amstutz
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CITY CCJv1MISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
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Mr. F. C. Middleton, City Manager
Oliver H. Anderson, Sec'y. Zoning Board
Request of F. J. Muscarella (Mr. & Mrs. Hunt)
10/7/55
The Zoning Board is of the opinion, and recommends that the City take referendum
action toward re-zoning the tier of lots on the west side of Missouri Ave. between
Lakeview and Kingsley from R-2 to Business use because of the predominant use now
being made of the area.
It is further recommended that the petition of Mr. and Mrs. Hunt for the re-zoning
of lots 17 throu~h 21 inclusive of Block E Lakeview Heights Subdivision be
approved inasmuch as it would be a hardship to withhold the use of the property
for the formality of a Referendum.
Attached hereto is original letter of request and plat.
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Zoning Board
City of Clearwater
Clearwater, Florida
In Re: Rezoning Lots 17-21 inclusive,
Block 'E'. LAKE VIEW HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION
Gentlemen:
The owners, Mr. and Mrs. Hunt of the following described lots,
Lots 17-21 inclusive, Block 'E', LAKE VIEW HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION
HEREBY request that said lots be rezoned from R2 to Business. All of the lots in
question face on Missouri Avenue between Lakeview Road on the North and South
Street on the south.
It is my understanding that the next meeting of the board is on Thursday
October 6, 1955 at g P.M. It is the intent of the writer to appear at that time.
Very. truly yours,
7s/ Frank J. Muscarella, Jr.
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Mr. F. C. Middleton, City Manager
Oliver H. Anderson, Sec'y. Zoning Board
Request of George & Willa Mae Peterson
10/6/55
The Zoning Board recommends that we a~prove the attached plan, for the reason
that the construction of this particular dwelling and the location, would not be
detrimental or adverse to existing construction, and conforms with the general
and even larger than the units in this Farticular area.
Attached hereto is original letter of request with plan.
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Zoning Board
Clearwater, Fla.
Gentlemen,
We own lot 20, Block H in the Fairmont Subdivision, Clearwater, Florida
which is restricted to dwelling with an area of 750 sq. ft.
We have been renting for a number of years and our earnings and savings are
not large enough to allow us to build a home of the required size. We are,
however, able to finance and make the payments on a smaller home since our present
dwelling is not desirable and we wish to build a home we can afford. Would you
approve the attached plan for our lot.
/s/ Very truly,
George and Willa Mae Peterson
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City of Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
October 14, 1955
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Oct-ober 17, 1955
a'he Members of the Clearwater Beach Resort Association are in full accord with
the recommendation of the Clearwater City Planning Board in regard to the public
owned park property opposite the Marina.
We feel this park property is of intrinsic value to the people of Clearwater, it
being the only sizeable piece of City owned property on Clearwater Beach that is
suitable for developement of facilities for both our residents and tourists.
It is our understandinr, the City is endeavorin~ to have Route #60 eKtended to the
Pier on CleArwater Beach and that some of this park property may be needed for the
location and alinement of brioees and streets.
The Disabled American Veterans are on record as favoring the dedication of the park
property as a Memorial to the Veterans of World War II and the Korean War. We are
in full accord with their suggestion.
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Very truly yours,
CLEARWATER BEACH RESORT ASSN
/s/ Garrett McKernan
Presi dent
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RESOLUTION
WHEREAS: it has been determined by the City Corrmi ssion of the City of Clearwater,
Florida, that the property described below should be cleaned of weeds, grass and/or
underbrush, and that after ten (10) days notice and failure of the owner thereof'
to do so, the City should clean such Froperty and char~e the costs thereof against
the respective property.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Clearwater,
Florida, that the following described property, situate in said City, shall be
cleaned of weeds, p;rass and/or underbrush within ten (10) days after notice in
writing to the owners thereof to do so and that upon failure to comply with said
notice, the City shall perform such cleanir.e and charge the costs thereor against
the l~spective properties in accordance with Section 128 of the Charter of the
City of Clearwater, as amended.
NAME
E:"P. Bradford
1768 Santa Barbara Dr.
Dunedi n, Fla.
David Personne
1710 Harbor Dr.
City
Louise H. Shadman
1017 !o1ohawk
City
Gust Beck
E. Middle Patents Rd.
Bedford, N. Y.
Raymond H. Center
1380 Palmetto
City
T. R. Palmer
Box 149
eit
John 6. Cosgrove
955 Bay Esplanade
City
Otho D. Schuth
619 Forrest Ave.
River Forest, Ill.
Louise J. Palmer
Box 149
City
Carl V. Winsch
123 Highland Rd.
Pittsburgh 34, Pa.
Gladys Rice
1537 Drew St.
City
Perry A. Page
2369 Gulf to Bay
City
DESCRIPTl ON
East ~ of M & B #5 (0008)
3-29-15.
Tract approx. 90' by 270'
behind 2035 Edgewater Dr.
Lot 12
Block D
Avondale
Lot. 5 13 and 14
Block D
Avondale
Lot 4
Block E
Breese Hill
Lot s 5, 6, and 7
Block E
Breese Hill
Lot 1
Block 257
Carlouel
Lot 13
Block 256
Carlouel
Lo t 14
Block 256
Carlouel
Lot 1
Block 264
Carlouel
Lot 2
Block 264-
Carlouel
Lot 7
Block B
Crest Lak e Sub.
Lot 12
Druid Acres
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4.00
12.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
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October 17, 1955
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DESCRIPTION
Lot i 5
Block A
F10ridana
Lot 13
Block A
Floridena
N 20' of lot 59 and N 20' of
w~ of Lot 60 and land to N.
Grand View Terrace.
Lot 110 and S 20' of lot 111
Grand View Terrace.
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~n A. Kurtzebon
431 Clemens Ave.
Kirkwood 22, Mo.
Geo. Pl Cha1font
1049 Marine St.
City
Grover C. Moore, Jr.
113 Frederica Dr.
City
Henry W. Ahrens
531 West Saratoga
Ferndale, Mich.
Audrey L. Whitson
1566 Rideewood
City
Ed. S. vlhi tson
1566 Ridgewood
City
Howard K. Ewing
308 Magnolia Dr.
City
Jack A. Smith
1576 Elmwood
City
M. C. Ravel
1054 Sunset Pt. Dr.
City
Della Barker
c/o Chas. L. Haas
4240 Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, Ill.
Nona B. Sharp
706 N. Osceola
City
George C. Rogers
259 Main St.
New Britain, Conn.
C. Hugo Mell
3830 Berr~r Ave.
Drexel Hill, Pa.
Loyal H. Copeland
2330 Cheshire Bridge
Apt. l2-A
Atlanta, Ga.
Thomas w. Ba1d~in
890 Oakview Terrace
Short Hills, N. J.
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Dunedin
Florida
Oscar Siebers
1417 S. 58th. St.
West Allis, Wisc.
Alexander Jesonis
1865 Harding
City
Char les H. Andrews
41 Mai n St.
Spence~, Mass.
John R. Burnison et al
P.O. Box 82
City
Byron F. I.ohmar
1925 Emerson St.
Wausau, Wise.
H. G. Currey
1270 Seminole St.
City
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1144 Granada
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John R. Burnison
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City
PAiSED AND ADOPTED BY THE City Commission or the
this 17th day of October, A. D. 1955.
/5/ Jack Russell
Mayor-Commissioner pro tem
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
September 10, 1955
Honorable Board of City Corrunissioners
City of Clear~ater
City Hall
Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
Ao the Secretary and Treasurer of the "Bomber Boosters," I am making the fol1o'Wing
request. As you know we hav'e been sponsoring the Bomber Softball Team for a good
many years, and this year ~e are the defending champions. The fact that 'We are
on top has seerned to somewhat lessen the fans' support and interest in the team,
because inasmuch as they are already there, the people are not so inclined to
help as much as they have been in past years.
However, the City of Clear~ater is playing host to the World ~oftball Tournament
here in the City of Clearwater, which said tournament should bring in a great
many people from allover the United States and some foreign countries as 'Well.
It has been the custom in the past for the City of Clearwater to help with this
program, and we are hereby requesting the sum of $3,000.00 from the Special
Events Fund of the City to help out with team expense for the balance of the season.
This request is of an immediate nature, and anything you can do to expedite the
matter will be greatly appreciated. We of the Bomber Boosters feel that the
Clearwater Bombers will again capture the World Title and be world champions,
which would be a very singular honor indeed.
If you need further information concerning this request, please feel free to call
upon me at any time.
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truly yours,
/s/ William Trickel
Secretary-Treasurer of
Bomber Booster Club
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October 4, 1955.
Mr. Frank Abernatr~,
City Treasurer,
Clearwater, Fla.,
Dear Mr. Abernathy:
Con~irming conversation with YOtt by telephone this morning, I wish to request
that you arrange to let us have a Voucher in the amount of $2,500.00 on our
appropriation for the 1956 FUN 'N SUN C~LE~RATION.
The balance will not be needed until considerably later in the Season, but
right no~ there are some immediate obli7,ations and expense that we want to be in
a position to meet right away. Our plans are much further advanced now than they
were at this time last year.
Thanking you ~or prompt attention to this matter, I am,
Yours very truly,
/s/ A. V. Hancock
Secretary-Treasurer,
FUN 'N SUN EXECUTIVE COI'IMITTEE.
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September 8, 1955
Planning and Zoning Commission
City or Clearwater, Florida.
Gentlemen,
The American Oil Company of Tennessee, Inc., does hereby make application
for approval to construct a service station on the northwest corner of Gulf To Bay
Blvd. and Arcturas Avenue, Clearwater, Florida; as indicated on the accompanying
Plot Plan dated 9-6-55, and building plans entitled "Standard Service Station
Bldg." dated a-lO-55, both prepared by and bearing the name of Ameroco Division _
American Oil Company of Tenn., Inc.
Very truly yours,
/s/ W. G. McComas Jr.
Manager, Operations Department
Ameroco Division
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October 17, 1955
To:
From:
Subj act:
F. C. Middleton, City Manager
S. Lickton, City Engineer
American Oil Company of Tennessee, Inc.
October 14, 1955
Plans for the proposed service station at the Northwest corner or Gulr to Bay
and Arcturas were reviewed by this office, they are in order, with the following
axe apti on s :
1.
The driveways shall be built as per the ohanges indicated on th~ first page
of the blueprints.
The curb cuts on Gulf to Bay must be approved by the state road department
as well as by the city engineer's orfice.
No plumbing plan has been submitted with the set of plans, plumbing plans must
indicate that water from the wash r~ck and and oil rack shall not be discharged
into the sanitary sewer. The waste water from the wash rooms shall be carri~d
to~ard Gulf to Bay Blvd., inasmuch as the sewer wyes are placed along
Gulf to Hay at this location.
2.
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October 19, 1955
Planning and 20ning Commission
City of Clearwater, Florida.
Gentlemen,
The American Oil Company of Tennessee agrees to build the driveway of proposed
service station at the northwest corner of Gulf To Bay Blvd. and Arcturas as
per the instructions indicated on the first page of the blueprints. No grease or
wash rack will be built at this time. The waste water from the wash rooms will be
carried toward Gulf To Bay Blvd.
A copy of the approved curb out of the state road department will be furnished
along with this letter.
Sincerely yours,
/s/ John Armistead
State Manager
American Oil Company
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October 13, 1955
City Corrunissioners
City Hall
Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
Re: Alterations Municipal Auditorium
Pursuant to your request of October la, ~e are pleased to submit our porposal
as to fees for the above-captioned work:
As you can see from the accompanying recommended m~n~mum fee schedule,
charges for remodelin~ on all types of work usually carry some~hat hi~her fees.
We, however, feel that we can absorb the difference in fees in this inst~nce, and,
thererore, propose a fee or six per cent (6%) should the work not exceed $125,000,
and ir such work would exceed the above figure, a reduction of 1/4 of 1%, or '
5-3/4%, for all work up to and including $250,000.
This fee will inClude the structural and mechanical engineering necessary
together with complete architectural services including supervision.
We trust this meets with your approval and if there are any questions,
please do not hesitate to call on us.
Sincerely yours,
WAKELING AND LEVISON
/s/ Robert H. Levison
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City Commission
Clearwater, Florida
October 13, 1955
Gentlemen:
He: Proposed Development -
Annexation - Sewa~e Facilities
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October l7t 1955
(Continued)
The Southeast one quarter (SE~) of the Northeast one quarter (NE;)t
less rapIat of Third Addition to Salls' Subdivision; also the East
One Half (E~) of the Southeast one quarter (SEk), less First
Addition to Salls' Subdivision, and less replat of First Addition to
Salls' Subdivision, all being and lying in Section 22t Township 29
South, Range 15 East, and
Lots 1 through 18; Block I, Lots 1 through 9, Block IIj Lots 1 through
9t Block III; Lots 1 through 1$, Block IV, Unit 1 of First Addition
to Salls' Subdivision, according to Plat Book 36, page 51, Public
Records, Pinellas County, Florida.
The developer, R. C. BleakleYt proposes the annexation of the above property,
consisting of approximately one hundred fifteen (115) acres within the city limits
of the City of Clearv/ater, and in compliance with Ordi nance No. 6.32 and all
provisions thereof.
The aforesaid property will, according to the master plan, plat approximately
420 lots.
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This property is owned by D. A. Salls who, at his expense with city approval,
ran city sewage disposal line to and into the above described property so as to
provide sewage facilities to the one hundred fifteen (115) acres aforesaid.
In order to proceed with the complete development of the project, sewage disposal
facilities must be available, and we are advised by the City ~ngineert Mr. Sid
Lickton, that the line now servin~ the above area is adequate.
It is the developer's desire to have the Conwission designate the above area
as an area to be serviced by the sewage disposal line placed on the property for
that service.
You are respectfully requested to give this matter your official approval
at your next regular meeting on Monday, October 17t 1955.
Very truly yo urs t
WIGHTMAN, ROWE & TANNEY
By /s/ W. S. Wightman
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Hon' H. M. Brown. Mayor.
Clearwater, Fla.
Dear Mayor Brown,
Kindly note the enclosed resolution signed by a selected, forward-looking repre-
sentative but non-political group or men who, becoming fully acquainted with the
many unusual and valuable potentialities of the T~pa Bay Lake projectt hope to
(as an active nucleus) provide an impetus and inspiration toward its fulfillment.
It will mean water conservation, control of salt encroachment by raiSing ground
pressure, salvaging thousands of acres of salt marsh and controlling storm tides;
provide relief to barnacled bottoms and create a sportsman's paradise. It will
also prevent silting in upper bay -- now progressive.
It is a project unique in the United States and not prohibitive in cost for the
great benefits derived.
We expect to meet again at intervals and will reel greatly honored by your
presence.
9.2It 1955
CB.mga
Encl.
Respectfully yours,
/s/ Dr. Con F. Barth
Chairman
(Dr. Barth's Sanatorium
Safety rlarbor, Floridai
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RESOLUTI ON
WHEREAS, there has been projected a plan to convert North Tampa Bay by
suitable engineering into a fresh water lake, and
WHEREAS, the conversion of said body of water from salt to fresh water will
benefit the citizens of Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties and the citizens of
Clearwater by providing water conservation, will assist in the control of salt
encroachment by raising ground pressure, and will salvage thousands of acres of
salt marsht and will create additional fishing and sports areas in Pinellas County
and Clea~ater, and in addition to the foregoing, will ultimately save many
thousands of dollars by preventing silting in t he upper Bay, and
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October 17, 1955
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WHEREAS, the creation of the said fresh ~ater lake in North Tampa Bay will
give to the citizens and visitors of this area the unique pleasure oE being able
to fish in either salt or fresh ~ater, and will provide an additional attraction
for the benefit of our visiting tourists.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission oE the City of
Clearwater, Florida, in session duly and regularly assembled as follows:
That the City of Clear~ater hereby endorses a project to convert Nortn Tampa
Bay into a fresh water lake, and joins with all others interested in this project
to secure its fulfillment, and the City Clerk is hereby instructed and directed
to forward and distribute copies of this Resolution to the members oE the Flo~ida
Congressional Delegation in Washington, and to other municipalities in the Tampa
Bay Area and to such other appropriate persons and organizations that may be
concerned with the aforesaid project.
PASSED AND ADOFTED this 20th day of October, A. D. 1955.
/s/ Herbert M. Brown
MAYOR-COMMISSIONER
Attest:
/s/ R. G. Whitehead
CITY AUDITOR AND ClERK
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Oct. 4, 1955
Honorable City Commissioners
Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
As Trustees of the City of Clearwater Employees' Pension Fund, you are
hereby notified that William A. Fletcher, Asst. Dredge Operator in the Public
Servo Dept. has been duly examined by a local physician and designated by him as
a "First Class" risk.
The above employee began his service with the City on Mar. 14, 1955. He is
under 45 years of age (born June g, 1934) and meets the requirements of our.
Civil Service. It is hereby recommended by the Advisory Committee that he be
accepted into membership.
Very truly yours,
Advisory Committee of The Employees' Pension Fund
Is/. Paul Kane, Chairman
fS/ Helen Peters
/s/ Dick Nelson
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CTTY COI�IISSION MEETING
Octot�er 17, 1955
The City Commission of the Citg of Clea.rwater met in regular session at City
Ha11, Monday, October 17, 195�, at 1:30 P.M, with the following members present:
Jack Russell Commissioner
W. E. Strang, Jr. Commis sioner
Guy L. Kennedy Commissioner
J. N. Hohannon Commissioner
Absent;
Herbert M. Brown
1�Yayor-C ommis s ioner
Also present were:
F. C. I�Iiddleton City iKanager
Chas. Ni. 1'hillips City Attorney
G. T. McClamma Chief of Police -
S. Lickton City Engineer
The Git y Attorney called the meetirig to order and announc�ed it would be
necessary to elect a iQayor pro tem due to the absence of �ayor Brown. Commissioner
Bohannon moved that Comrnissioner Russell be elected Mayor pro •tem. Motion was
seconded by Co�missioner i{ennedy and carried unanimously.
The invocation was given by the Reverend 0. H. Hud�ins of Belmont Park
T�Iethodist Church, Clearwater. Commissioner Strang moved that the minutes of the
regular meeting of October 3rd and the special meetin� of Oct�ber 13tn be approved
in accordance with copies furnished each member in writing subject to an;� corrections
by Mayor $rown. Motion vras seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimouslp.
The City iQana�er reported that three bids were x�eceived for one r.ew iour door
station wagon for the Traffic Depai�tmert. The bids were read as follows:
Larry Dimmitt, Inc, �2,057•40
Kennedy & Strickland 1,907.2%
Lokey �Iotor Co. no bid
Commissioner Strang moved that the bids be turned over to the VIanagex and Purchasing
Depart;ner.t for tabulation and return to the next mee�ting. I�lotion was seconded by
Commi�sioner Bohannon and carried unanimausly.
It was reported by the P2anager that three bids h�d been received for one
self-propelled power mower with a trade-in of a 31 inch Beasley mower. The bids
were read as follows:
Trade-in I�et
Lee Opp & Co., Tampa �519.5� �40.00 ��F79.50
Bowman-NI�Caughan, Clearwater 75. �0 579. 5�
Ideal Lawnmower Shop, Clearwater 79.00 590.00
Commissioner Strang moved 'that the bids be turned over ro the Manager for tabulation
and returned to the next regular meetin�. Motion was seconded by Conmissioner
Kennedy and carried unaniraously.
The two bids rece=.�d for three new trucks were read by the Manager as
follows:
l� ton truck
�ton truck, chassis, cab & body
ton truck, chassis & cab
Trade-in oi �29 Ford
Net cost
Dimmitt Ken 8c Str.
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1190„00 122$.60
1106..1�0 111�6. 5$
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1G 1.40 l09 5
Commissioner Strang moved that the bids be referred to the Manager for recommen�a--
tion and returned to the next regular meeting. Motion was seconded by
Commis sioner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
It was reported that four bids had been recEive3 for replacing the sanitary
sewer in Hamlet Avenue between �vildwood 4Vay and Belleview Beulevard and in
Belleview Boulevard. The Managar read the bids as follows:
E. I. Rutledge, St. F'etersburg
E. H. Holcorah, Jr., Clearwater
Ray Birkbeck, ilunedin
Stansfield Constr. Co., Tampa
, $Tr sewer ,6" sewer , Total
. 4 45 � oo ��.50, oo $�5295. 00
4335.00 300.�0 4635.00
�E335.o0 337•50 4672.50
4•$45.00 225•00 50%0.00
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After tabulation, the City Manager recommended acce�ting the low bid of �y4.,635.d0
from E. H. Holcomb, Jr., of Clear.aater. Gommissioner Strang moved that the
iylanager's recommendation be adopted and the contract be awarded. Motion vuas
seconded by Cornmissior.er Bohannon and carried unaniu�ously.
Regardine the bids for one carload of two inch pi�e and 3�4 inch pipe,
the City T��anager reported that the bid of �4.,177.L�0 fxom Gameron 8c Barkley,
Tampa, was the low b?d but the bid was based on price at the time of shipmen4:.
mherefore, he was recommending that the bid of y�4,1$9,90 from Peerless-Florida
be accepted since a firm price was quoted by them. Commissioner Kennedy moved
�hat the City ifanager�s recommendat�on be accepted and that the purchase
contract for one carload of piFe be a�varded to the Peerless-Florida of
Clearwater, Florida, for th�ir bid of ��.,1$9.90, it being the best bid although
�12.00 hi�her than a bid fron, an out of town supplier. Motion was seconded
by Commissioner Strang and carried unanimously.
The City t�ttorney reported that Mayor Brown had sent a message suggesting
that since a large gro up of ClearV�attr people would be attencling the hearing
on the Is.land Estates fill in Clearaater Bay being conducted by the Water and
I�avigation Cor.trol Board at the Court House, he thought it woul�. be well to
take up only the necessary items at the Commission meeti ng and postpone �he
other items ta an�djourned meetin� later in the week.
A Public Hearinb �aas announced on the continuation of the request of Mr.
H. H. Young for a twenty foot setback line £rom Ki�ling Plaza and a fifteen foot
setbacic line from Lantana AVenue for Lot s 6, 7 and $, Block 4.4, �Tandalay
Subc�ivision. The iF�ayor explain�d that this Public Hearing had been adjourned
from the meeting of September 19th to permit the Building Department to make
a sketch of the actual setbacks on Lantana �lyenue between Gardenia and Kipling
Plaza and in the t�l ock on Lantana north from KiPlin; Plaza. The Zoning Board's
recommendation was that the fifteen foot setback from Lantana be �ranted but
that anly a twenty-three foot setback be permitted from Kipling Plaza to
conform with existing buildings. I�ir. Vdm. MacKenzie, representing interested
property owners on Lantana, :Stated that his clients were objecting to granting
of the fifteen foot setback on Lantana and would like it to be a t�venty f�o�
setback the same as the other houses. Examination of the sketch submitted
by the Building Department showed that all of the ho��ses on both sides of
Lantana from Kipling Plaza to Gardenia conformed to a twentp f oot setback.
,9fter havin' held this Fublic Hearing on the request of H. H. Young for a twenty
foot setb3ck line from Kipling Plaza and a fifteen foot setback line from
Lantana Avenue for Lots 6, 7 and $, Block 44, �an dalay Subdivision, Commissioner
Strang moved that a twenty-three ioot setback line from Kiplino Plaza ana a
ttiventy foot setback line from Lantana �v{,nue be approvsd. Motion was seconded
by Commissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously.
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CITY COt�iISSIOn� MEETING
October 17, 1955
The i�layor announced a Public Hearin; to reconsider the request of Mr.
William i4. Goza, on behalf of Mr. �dward L. Hohenstein and other owners of Tract A,
Hillcrest Drive fte-Sub, for a ten foo, property "line se�back for a distance of
:fzf ty feet along Hillcrest Drive starting approx.imately 120 f eet south of the
present curb �ine of Drew Street in accordance �vith plans submi:tted. The i4ayor
inquir�d if �here were any objecY,ions to granting the request and there wers none.
Mr, Goza er.glained that the plans had been signed by the adjoining nei;hbors
indicating their approval. After having held this 1'ublic Hearing and h�ving heard
no valid objections, Commissioner Bohanzon mowed tYiat the request be �;ranted for
a t�n foot property line setback (a setback of twenty-five feet from the proposed
curh line) for a distance of fif ty feet along Hillcrest Drive starting appro�cimately
120 feet south of the present curb lir.e of Drew Street in accordance with pians
submitted. I�otion was seconded by Corrsaissioner Kennec�y and carried unanimously.
A Public Hearing was called on the request of Mr. William B. Amstutz, o��ner
of Lots 23, Z4 and 25, Block k, Navajo Park Subdiuision, for a setback of fifteen
feet from an unnamed street northerly of Lot 25, B1ock K, I�avajo Park Subdivision.
The City l�ttorney read the reqi.iest from Uir. Amstutz and the Zoninj Board's recom�
men:lation that the requ�st be granteci. T�;r. E. D, Weidemeyer, owner of Lots 1-t�,
Block A, Navajo Park Subdivision, was present arxl after explanation o� the request
stated that he had no objection tc� �ranting the fifteen foot setback from the
unnamed street as long as the twenty-five foot setback from Apache Trail was to be
maintained. The iiayor inquired if there were any o�jections and there were none.
After having heard this Public Hearing and no valid objections being made,
Cornrnissioner Bohannori moved tnat the Zoning Board's recommendation be approved.
Motion was seconded by Corr,missioner Strang and ca-rried unanir�ously.
The Mayor called a Public Hearin� on tlze request of P�Ir. Frank J. 2fuscarella,
Jr., on behalf of i�7r. Elmer Hunt, for Business use of Lots 1'J-21, inclusive,
Block E, Zakeview Heights 5ubdivision, pr�sently zoned R-2. The Cit y Attorney
read the request from Mr. N,uscarella and the `Lonir.g Board's recommendation which
was that the City should take referendum action toward re-zonin� the tier of lots
on the west side of tilissouri r�venue between Lakeview and Kingsley from R-2 �o
Busir,ess use becau�e of the predominant use now being made of the area. The
Zoning board further reconimended tl�t the petition of i�lr. Hunt be granted. The
T�layor inquir.ed if there were any objections from anyone in the audience and there
were none. Havin� held th is Fublic Hearing and not having received any valid
o�ijections to the request of i�Ir. Hunt ta have tne zoning regul:ition on Zots 17-21,
Block E, Lakeview Hei�hts Subdivisior_, chan�ed from R-2 to Business, in view of
the apparent hardship to this owner. Commissioner Kennedy moved that his request
be granted and the appropriate change in the zonin� re�ulations be made efiect,ive.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Boharnon and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Kennedy asked that the `Loning Board be notified to make a study
of all of their requests i'or zonin� chan�es and be prepared to submit a complete
schedule in ample ti me to �et it on the zonin� ref erendum.
The i�Iayor announced a Public Hearing on the followin� requests for setbacks
from I�ir. J, J. Sirruaons:
l. A fifteen foot setback from I�antana and Narcissus Avenues for Lot 1,
Block 25%, Carlouel, and a fifteen foot setback from Narcissus Aven-ze
for Lot 2, Block 257, Carloue L
2. A five f�ot setback from I.aurel 5treet for Lot 5, Block 25'7, Carlouel.
3. A five foot setback from Juniper for Lots 1 and 11, �locic z64, Carlouel.
4.. A five foot setback from Juniper for Lot $, Block z63 S CarloueL
Mr. L7. S. Wightman, attorney, appeared on behalf of yIr. �immons, explainir•g that
he wished to build homes on these lots and on the corner lots keeping a t��enty�five
f�ot setoack would leave only 32 feet for building spacE. One of the Commissioners
commented that a request had previously been made of the Commission to vacate a
twelve foot encroachment of Juniper Street on Lots 1 and 11, Block 264, Carlouel.
Tt was explained that when the Gouunission investigated the request it was found
that the twelve feet of paving were inside the fence surrounding Carlouel
Subdivisi�n; thErefore, the �ran�ting of a five foot setback on these lots would
put the house in the Middle of the so-called street. Tt aias the consensus of
opinion of the Commissioners that the entire fence should be taken down and it was
suggested that Mr. Wightman conier with Nir. T. R, Palmer ragarding th e matter.
Cori,missioner Strang moved that these requests be held up and that the Public Eiearing
be adjourned to November 7th, 1955. iKotion was seoonded by �ommissioner Bohannon
and carried unanimously. �rs. Don armstrong stated that certain property own�rs
had not been notified and the Clerk was directed to send out additional notices
for the Public Hearing on November 7th.
A Public Hear•ing was called on the construction of a five foot sidewalk an
the north side of Palmetto Stree� from the east line of West Avenue to the we�t
property line of Pin�llas High School. The City Manager raported that right of way
had been acquired to construct this sidewalk to co�neci; with the sidewalk for the
Greenwood Apartments on the west and the Pinell�s High School sidewalk on tHe east.
He said the estirnated cost for the sidewalk was �1,529.00 and that he would like
to have sidewalk constructed at the same time ai.ong Stadiuri Drive from the carner
of Palmetto to the Colored er�trance to the Fiase�,all Park at an estimated cost of
�770.00. The Niayor inquirad if there were any objections and there were none.
Having held this Public Hearing and having heard no valic� objec�ions, Commissioner
Strang moved that the pro ject be approved and the City Manager be authorized to
take bids. Motion was secon.ded by Commissionex bohannon an d carried unanimously.
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CTTY COMMTSSION I�4EETING
October 1'7, 1955
The Mayor ani�ounced a Public Hearin� on the constructian of an eight in�h
sanitary sewer in Eldorado Avenue from a point sixty feet south of the south line
of Bohenia Circle to Acacia Straet and in Acacia Street east �o t�iandalay Avenue..
The Gity Enoineer reported �hat there had been several requests for a sanitary
sewer in this block and that a preliminary liearing had been held at which the
reaction had been .favorable. A letter was read f rom Mr. Louis [h'ellhouse, Jr.,
owner of Lot 2, Block 12, and Lot 5, B lock 2, Man dalay, indicating his approval
of the project. The i�ayor �nquired if the re were any ot�jections and there were
none. The Gity Manager esti�aated the cost at �2.$9 per front foot or a total of
�1,6�.5.00 for �he entire project. Having held this Public Hearing and having
heard no valid objection, Commissioner S�rang moved that the construction of an
eight inch sanitar}T sewer and �ppurt�riances in Eldorado Avenue fram a point
approximately 60 feet south of the south line o�' Bohenia Circle to i�he nortti line
of Acacia Street and in Acacia Street from the east line of Eldorado .9venue easterly
to the existing sanitary sewer in I�Iandalay Avenue be approve� and the Nanager be
autrorized to take bids and the project be assessea. Motion was seconded by
Corr;missioner Bohar�non and carried unanin,ously.
The City Manager reported that one sealed proposal had bEen received for
leasing Lot %, City Park Subdivision. The City Atborney read the proposal from
Howard Johnson, Incorporated, to lease the easterly portion of Zot %, Ci�y Park
Subdivision, a minimum of 250 foot frontage on Causeway Boulevard by 192 feet
more or less on Nlarianne Street. The letter proposed a fifteen year lease at
�1�,800.00 Per year with an option for ten years a�t �6,000.00 per year �nd stated
that Howard Johnson, Incorporated, would build a��S,OOO.00 bu�lding on the
�roperty to be equipped at an approximate cost of �35,000.00. The letter
specified that off s�reet parkir_g wou ld be provided for patrons of the restaurant
and would not be restricted. The Mayor asked Mrs. Anna Whelan, representative of
the Hoyiard Johnson chain, if the company realized that taxes also would have �o be
gaid bg the lessee and she replied that they did expect to pay the taxes. A letter
was read from tne Glearwater Resort Association e�4pressing objection to the City's
leasing the property and sugoestin; that it be retained as park property. Mr.
Donald Beath suggested that the matter be delayed as he felt that many Clearwater
Beach residents were attending the t�'ater and rlavi�ation Control Board hearin�
concerning the Island Estates f ill in Clearorater Bay. The Mayor replied that
since rpceiving of sealed proposals on the property nad been set for this meeting,
the proposal ,�ould at least have to be accepted for study. Coirdnissioner Strang
moved t;hat the bid be taken under cansideration. Motion was sec�nded by
Commis sioner Kennedy and carried unani�iou4'ly. Gommis sioner Bohannon sugoested
to Mrs. tiyhelan of Ho�aard Johnson, Incorporated, that a plot plan showing the
location of the proposed building on tne property and the parking space would be
helpfui to the Cornmission while the proposal is under considerat3one
The City Manager presented a request from George and Willa Mae PetErson to
permit them to build a house on Lot 20, Block H, Fairmont Subdivision, with 621� ;,
square in it. The I�anager explair.ed that the minimum requirements were 750 square r,
feet. The Zoning Boardts recommendat�on was that the request be grai�ted according
to the attached plan as �he members did not believe that the house wnuld be detri-
mental or adverse ta existing construction ir_ the �rea. Coum issioner Strang moved
that this request v�ith the change to 624 square �eet in this house be approved.
Motion was seconded by Couraissioner Bohannor_ and carried unanimously.
Mr. W. S. T�Vightman, attor. ney, addressed the Commissi�ri on behalf of Mr.
R, C. Bleakley, explainin� that his clisnt is planning to develop some property
owned by Nr. D, A. Salls, now p].atted as part of the Uni� 1 of �'irst Addition to
Salls Subdivision, and acr�age now outside thz City directly east of this property
in Section 22-z9-�5. �'� W�-�tman stated �F�at his client wished to make �.23 lots
out of this area if the Commission would give perr�ission to have the property
serviced by the sanitary sewer line already installecl £or Unit l of Salls
Subdivision. He said the developer was also applying for annexation of ths
property into the City limits. Commissioner Strang su�gest$d that consideration
of the matter be deferred to a mesting to be set for Thursday 3fternoon, October
20th. By consent, tre Commission agreed to this.
The Gity Manager presented a Resolution requiring thirty-seven property
ovmers to cle«n their lots of weeds and underbrush. Commissioner Bohannon moved
that the Resolut ion be adopted. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and
carri�d ur.animously.
Couunissioner Strang moved �hat the meeta.ng be adjourned at 3:30 P.I�T, to
reconvene at 1;30 P.�I. on Thursday, October 20th, 1955• Motion was seconded by
Gommissioner Bohannon and carried unanimously.
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The City Commission of the City of Clearwater re�onvened at City Hall on
Thursclay, October 20th, 1955, at 1:30 P.M. with the following members present:
Herbert tiI, Brown
W. E. Strang, Jr.
Jack Russell
' Gu� I,. Kennedy
Jw .N. Bohannon
Mayor�Q��nmis sioner
Coxrmiissioner
Commissioner
Cocrnnis sione r
�ommissioner
Also present were;
F. C. Middleton
B. J. Driver
G. T. McClamma
S. Lickton
CITY �OMMTSSION MEETING
October 17, 1955
City Manager
Asst. City Attorney
Ch.ief of Polic�
City Engineer
The invoc��,lon was given by Commissioner Bohannon. The Magor called the
meeting to order and announced that this meeting had been a djourned from the
meetin�; of pctober 1'7th. The Assistant City �ittorney read a letter irom Mr.
William Trickel, Secretary�Treasurer of the Bomber Boqster Club, requesting the
sum of �3,000.00 from t he .ipecial Events Fund of the Chamber of Commerce to help
in the support of the Clearwater Bombers. Gommissioner Stran� moved that the
request be approved. Motion was seconded by C�rnmissioner Bohannon.and carried
unanimously.
A letter was read from I�Ir. A.. V. Hancock, Secretary-Treasurer of the �un 'N
Sun Executive Committee, requesting an advance of �2,500.00 from the bu�get
apgropriation for the 1956 Fun 'I�� Sun l.�elebratior.. Commissioner Strang mo�,:ed that
Ghe request be granted. Niotion was seconded by Commissior.er Russell and carried
unanimously.
The City Manager presEnted an applicati.on from the American Oil Companq for
permission to build a service station on the northwest corner of Gulf-to-Bay
Boulevard and Arcturas Avenue, He saicl the �lans had been approved by the Zoning
Board and wei:e approved by the Gity Engin�er subject to certain changes in the
driveways and the curb cuts and subject to approval of the p�umbing plans.
Commissioner Strang commented that he thought concrete driveways should be regu;:red
for a11 new �as stations. xfter discussion, tYie Conunission set a policy that
concrete driveways wou ld be definitely reouired of all new service stations.
Commissioner Strang niuved the approval. of the fillix�; station �lans from thP
�merican Oi1 "ompany with any restrictions by the Attorney, Engineer, i�7ana�er and -
the Ci.ty Commissi.on. Motion was seconded by Commis sioner Bohannon and carried
unanimousiy.
The Assistant City Attorney read a letter from Wakeling and Levison, Architects,
which presented a proposal of a fee scheciule on preparin,g plans fnr alterations
to the Municipa2 xuditoriram. The proposal was a:fee oi six per cent should the
work not exceed �12�,OQ0.00 and if it exceeds that figure, the fee would be five
and three-q��x•ters per cent fo.r all �ork up to �2$0,000.00. The Manager explainzd
that the alterations being considered were revising the lightin� system, installing
ac�ustical tile and air conditioning, and renovating inside and out. The Mayor
mentioned that an earlier feasibility regort from the General Cor.tractors
Association had said that the buildin� was susceptible of the improvement and had
recommended that it be done. The need for a sanitary sewer and liit station to
serve the Auditorium and adjacent areas was discussed. CoLunissioner Kennedy
moved that the firm of 44akeling and Levison be instructed to prepare contracts
for the Commissi.on's consideration at an early meeting. �Iotion was seconded by
Commissioner Strang and carried unanimously.
A letter was read from Mr, W. S. Wightman, attorney, written for i�'ir. R. C.
Bleakley, explaining the request considered at the last r�eeting for sanitary
5ewer service to property presently owned by i�Ir. D. A. Salls which Nir. Bleakley
plans to purchase and develop. This property will incJude part of Unit 1 of the
Fi.rst f�ddition to Salls Subdivision and acreage adjoining it on the e ast now
outside the City. The City Engineer said that if permission is g� yen to servs
this new subdivision, it wzll use up the entire aapacity of this sewer line.
r�Tr. 4Vight�lan said that his client proposzd to develop �he 115 acres by makino
425 lots in the subdivision, and �hat he would like to have the area annexed as
it tvas deveioped in units of twenty-five or fifty acres at a time as he thought
the bond would be prohibitive for improvements to the whole area at one time.
Tt was suggested by the Commissioners tha�t the tota� area should be brought in as
acreage and then �latted when the devzlopers were ready. The ylayor commented that
an Ordinance 632 cor.itract and bond could be arranged for each unit as it was
platted. Connnissicmer Bohannon movEd that the Co�nission go on record as ear-
marking the sewer f acilities represented by this particular sewer line subject to
the developer submitting a master plan for the developmant of the property for
approval by the Commission, tY:a 2oning Board and the Planning Board, and also
subject, to all of the propert�r bein� brou,ht into the City as soon as possibla
and that each successive unit> of the subdivision as planred be r�quired to conform
to Ordinance 632, wit;h a 90 day compliance geriod fcar submitting the maGter plan.
Nlotion was seconded by Commissioner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
The Manager presented a Zetter from Mrs. Clara N1. Hensley, owner of Lot 12,
Block K, Keystone Nianor, which contained a request for permissior to convert her
present ;arage into a bedroom and add a carport on the front of the hou;e which
would necess:itate a twelve foot setback from Keystone Drive. By consent, the
Manager was directed to notify i�Trs. Hensley that her -r equest had been denied by
the Zoning Board but that the Commission would hold a Public fiearing on it if
she so requested.
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CI TY COMMIS�ION MEETING
Oc�ober 17, 1955
In regard to Item 6-J, ��Storm Sewer l�r,� in A11ey between Franklin and Court
S�reets and the S.AL and ACL• Railroads", the City i�fanager requested the Mayor
to appoin�t a Committee from the Commissi on to discuss the mat�er with him and the
C�+,.y Engi.neer and bring back a repor� to the ne_ct meeting. The Mayor appoi;nted
Con�missioners S�rang and Bohannon to serve on thzs Gomraittee.
The City Manager i�ported that z"uture expansion of the Gas Department is being
considered should natural ;;as become available to the City by construction of a
r.atural gas trans:nission line into the State, He said it would be necessary to
havE informatzon compiled as to 'the expansion of the �ystem by consu�ting engineers
who sgecialize in that type of work. He said he had received a proposal and a
propased contract from a fir� of en;zneexs to make pre�iminary studies, estimates
of cost and estimates of revenue for a f.1at fee of �3,C00.00 taut the contract
had rot yet been Examined b}� the City Attorney. BS consent, the City Attorney was
directed �o check the contract and return the matter to the C�.ty Commission fo.�
acti on.
In regard to the new traffic plan at the intersection of Cleveland and Greenwood
Aven�e, Tvlr. Fred �3e11, Traffic E��ineer, re�orted that to the best of his knowZedge
that while the whole project had not been completed, the plan was workin� wel7.,
bir, H. H� Baskin, attorney re�resenting property owner s on bcth sides of the street
west of the intersection, stated th�t the control �,ro;ram was destroying prapexty
values in t.he vicinity, and particula rly criticized t he pedestrian island which he
claimed bloeked in�ress and egress to the gas station on the northwest coz•r:er
otvned by Nfr. Jesse A, Cox. NIr. Baski.n also claimed tha� :�'Ir. Cox was losir.i�
�200.00 per week at th e station and had lost one ter�ant, a used car dealer,
because p:£ the no parking restriction at the curb. Mr. Baskin repeated that he
had offered to give seven feet from his property to widen the sonth szde of the
street and thou�ht Lhat six feet mi;ht be �vailable on the north side.
Commissioner SLrang sug;ested removin; the temporary pedestxian island. The Ma.yor
asked if widenin� the street would help the situation, and Mr. Bel�. replied that
a more comple�� si;udy would have to be made but he bel9.eved it would give more
paxkir_g space. The Czty Engineer was instructed to malse a c�mplete survey of' the
area to find out how much la.nd would be available ior the widening of Cleveland
Street west of �ne intersec�ion. By consent, it was agreed that Mr. Bel�,
Patrolman U�ayne Kin5 and the City Engineer would meet with the property owners
at �:00 o'clock the same �fterr.00n to try to work out a satisfactory arrangement
fox ali concerned.
In regard to the bic3s for three tricks o ened at the Iast meeting, the City
I�ranager recommended accepting the low i,id of �1�,175,$6 from Larry Dimmitt, Inc.,
Clearwater. �ommissionzr Strang moved that �he Manager�s recommendation be
a�proved and that the bid for the three trucks be awarded to Larry Di.mmitt, Inc.
Motion was seconded by Conunissinner Kennedy and carried unanimously.
The City i�lanager explained that in the two bids received at the last meetYng
for the �our door statior_ wagan for the Trafiic Department the bid o� �2,057,L�0
from Larr;� viruaiitt, I�c., did not include the special equiFment needed which Nrould
raise their bid to �2,245.�� with the equ�pment. Theref�re, h� recommended accept-
in� the low bid o� ��1,90%.2� f'rom Kenr�edy Sc Strickla.nd Company ior a 1956 Ford
3 cylinder station wagon with the equipment included. Commissi.oner Russell move@
thai t'r.e recommendation of the City Manager be approved and the bid awarded to
Kennedy and Strickland. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Stran� and carrie3
unanirnously.
Reoarding the bids for one self- ropelled pov�er mower, the City M�na�er
recommended accepting the low bid of �/�79.50 from Lee Opp & Company, Tampa, f or a
Gravely mo�aer. Cocmiis sioner ��rang mo�red that the yianager's recommendation be
accepted and �hat Lee Opp & Company be awarded �he contract for the power mower
at a price of ��.79,50. Motion was seconded by Commissioner �.ussell and carried
unanimously.
The City Manager reported that another request had been received �rom a
propert3= owner on the north side of Palmetto Street, Mr, James P. Grode, (owner
of Lot $, Bonair Hill �4) to have Palmetto Street opened and paved from Highland
to Wood Drive, He said the letter stated that the owner was prevented from building
on his prpperty as there was no street givin� access to it. The Manager explazned
that a preliminary hearing had been held some time ago �.t which it developed th2t
the owners on the south side were opposed to opening the street. By consent, the
Gommission directed the P+IanagEr �o arl�ertise a Public Hearing on th e proposed
paving.
The City Manaoer presented a request from �4r. William Meyer for a renewal
for one year of his permit to dock his boat the ��Sea Fevert� at the Munic�pal Doek.
The i�2anager exp�a�ned that the germit was on a month to month basis and could be
cancel.led by the City at any time. Co��rniss�,oner Russell moved thab the lease be
rertewed under the same conditior.s. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Strang
and carried unanimously.
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CITX COMNiISSION Y�IEETING
Octnber 17, 1955
The question was brought up as to whether Nlr. Ho,�ard Ewing was issued a
building perm�,b for the band stand being corstructed for the appearance of Sammy
KayeTs or•chestra on October 2�.th. Mr, 0. H, Anderson, Building Inspector, was
called to the meeting and he quoted from Ordinance 62� which defined the str�et��re
as a tempor�ary amusement project; therefore, he explained that he did not require
a building permit. However, Commissioner Strang was of the apir_ion that a building
permit should be issuecl under the Southern Building Code which requires a permit
for any structure costing ovex �50.00. The Assistant City Attorney read the para-
graph from the minutes of August 15th, 1955, �n which the Commissian granted Ntr,
Ewing permission for one entert�inrr�ent and referred any future requests to �he
Gity Manager and t�e City AttArney for decision. By consent, the Building
Tnspector was directed to ask Nr. Ewing t,o apply for a building permit and the
Finance Department was to see that a fee rvas pollected for a one day en�ertainment
licen;,e.
Commissioner Kennedq reporting for the Com.mittee checkino on the proposed
exchange of property between the City and Calvary Baptist Church e�:p�.ained that
the church has offere�l to give the City a strip qf property 32 feet wide on
Cleveland Street wi�h a depth of 1�1�. feet lying east of i;he present boundary of
the City property, in return they would lik� a plot of land lying west of their
Educational Building appra;cimately 56 feet by 14:0 feet to use for parkino purposes.
Cotamissioner K�nnedy recommended accepting the �rade of properties if the church
wo uld agree to maintain the driveway a;� an opc�n driveway. Commissioner Bohannon
said he thought the church would agrze to that provision. The hYayor suggested
that the proper con�racts be drawn and ex�cu�ed and h�ve the matter come back
beiore the Commission for its final deliberation on it. By consent, Commissioner
Kennedy and Commissioner Bohannan were �irected to work with the Gity ?ttorney in
instructin� hizn on the preparation of the agreement.
�t�e Czty Manager reported that the Chief o£ PaZice and the Traiiic Department
were recoRimendin� that parkin� be eliminated in frent of the Ci�y Hall and the
Park Terrace Grill to heip the traff ia problem at these two zntersections.
Commissi�nzr Stran� commented that the re would not be much parking space left for
the public. He suggested tY!at the parking lot behind the Gi,tp Hall be restricted
to City trucks and people wishing to pay bilis at the Gity Hall, The Niayor
su��es�ed that the Police Chief's recotnmendation be taken under advisement and
that some expression on the matter shou�d be secured from the owner of the
Park Terrace G?^ill.
The Niayor presented a Resolution requested by a Citizens Committee from
Saiety Harbor and other areas to enc�orse the construction of a�reshwater lake in
that part of Tampa Bay tl�at lies on the north side oi Courtney Campbell Parkway.
Commissioner Bohannon moved that the Resolution be adopted and the proper officials
be authorized to execute it. Motion was seconded by Gommissioner Kennedy and
carried unanimously.
Commissioner Strang reported that he ha� turned several petitions ovar to
the City I�ianager signed 1�y property owners fronting on Stevenson Creek east of
the railroad reques�ing the cleaning up of Stevenson Creek. He requested that
tha Manager secure ar_ estimate of the cost and brin_Q back a report.
The Commission now adjourned as the City Cotn.-nission and actin� as Trustees
of the Fension Fund acimitted Z+lilliam A. Fletcher, �lssistant Dred�e Operator in
the Public 5ervic� Department, to membership in the Pension Plan on a motion bp
Commissioner Strang which was seconded by Commissioner Russell and carrzed
unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the mee�ing
adjourned at 4:40 P.M,
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Payor-Commission
At�est:
C ty� uditor and Clerk
CITY CONIMTSSIQN MEETING
October 17, ?955
Mayor Co�runissioner Herbert M. Brown
Cornmissioners: Jack Russell, W. E. Stran;, Jr.
Guy I,. Kennedy, J. 1V. Bohannon
Gentlemen:
October 1�., 1955
"� The City Commission will mePt in Regular Session on Monday afternoon,
October 17, 1955 in the City Hal1 Auditorium f or the purposa of discussing tlie
i�ems listed on the attached agenda. Meeting time will be 1;30 P.M.
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Very truly pours,
/s� F. C. Middleton
City Manager
Agenda - City Commi�sion Meetin; of Octeber 17, 1955
CitJ Hall t�uditorium
1:30 P.M.
1. Snvocation, The Rev, 0. H. Hudgins, Belmont Park Methodis�, Clearwater.
2. �pprovino the minutes of the Regular hleeting of October 3, 1955 and the
5pecial Meeti�g of October 13, i955.
3 a Opening o£ bids for :
A. Station `�Vagon for Tra£fic Degartment.
B. Self-Propelled Pow�r M�wer for Parks Department
G. �,e Trucks for the Cit, Fleet. (Public Works)
D. Replacemen� of �anitary Sewer in Hamlet Avenue between Wildwood Way and
Be7,leview Boulevard and an Belleview $oulevard.
t�, Awarding of bid for one car galvanized pipe.
5. Public Hearings;
.A. Continuation of request of Mr. H. H. Young for a twenty foot setbaclt
line from Kipling Plaza an d a Fifteen foot setback line irom Lantana
Avenue for Lots 6, 7, and $, Block 41�, Manda].ay Subdivisian.
B. Request of l�lilliam ri. Goza, on behalf of Mr. �dward L. Hohenstein and
other owners af Tract A, Hillcrest Drive Re-Sub, for a ten f oot propert
line setback (a setback of twenty-five feet from the proposed curb line�
for a distance oi iifty feet along Hzllcrest Drive starting approximately
I20 faet south oi the present curb line of Drew Street in accordanc�
with plans submitted.
C� Reques� af Mr. �lilliam B. Amstu�z, owner of Lats 23, 2�. and 25, Block K,
A�avajo Park Subdivision, ior a setback of .fifteen feet from an unnamed
street nor�herly of Lot 25, Block K, Navajo Park Snbdzvision.
D. Request of Mr. Frank J. Muscarella, Jr., on behalf of Mr. Elmer Hunt,
for Business use of Lots 17-21, inclusive, Block E, Lakev iew Heights
Subdivision, presently zoned T�-2. These lots faca Missouri Avenue.
E. Requests of Mr. J. J. Simmons as io1loY�s:
1. Permission for 3 i'ifteen foot setback from Lantana and Narcissus
Fivenues for Lot l, Block 257, Carlouel, and a fifteen foot setback
from Narczssus Avenue for Lot 2, Block 257, Carlauel Subdivision.
2. Permission for a five �oot setba.ck from Laurel Street for Lot 5,
Block 257, Carlouel Subdivision.
3. Permission for a five f oot setback from Juniper Street ior Lots 1
ar.d 11, Block 261�, Carlouel Subdivision.
1�.. Permission for a five foot setback from Juniper Street for Lot $,
Block 263, Carla�zel Subdivision.
F. Construction oi a five foot sidewa2k on the nortl� side of Palmetto
Street from the east line of West Avenue to the east property line of
Pinellas Hi� Srhool.
G. $�t Sanitary Sewer and appurtenances in Eldorado Avenue from a point
apprAximately 60 feet south of the south line of BoY,en�.a Circle to the
north line of Aaacia Street and in Acacia Street from the east line
of Eldorado Aveilue easterly to the existi.ng sanitary sewer in Mandalay
�venue.
6. CommisszonTs considera�ion oF:
A, Renewal of I,ease with Mr. WiZZiam Meyer.
B. Proposed Electrica'1 Ordinance from Electrical Gontractors.
C. Letter from V�Tilliam Trickel, Bomber Booster Club,
D. Lett�r from Fun 'IQ Sun requesting funds from 1956 appropriation.
E. Request irom George and Willa Mae Peterson for approval, o£ plans for
dwelling sauth of Fairmont 5�., in the CoZored Area near the Disposal
Plant.
F. Filling Station Plans from American 4i1 Company.
G. Improvements oi Municipal Auditorium.
H. Additional proposed development on property o�rned bp I?. A, Salls.
(Letter from Mr. Wightman)
I. Reque;;t of Nirs. Clara M, Hensley for twelve ioot setback on Lo� 12,
Block K, Keystone Mznor. (Denied by Zoning Board)
��. Storm Sewer line in Alley between Franklin and Court Street� and the
SAL and ACI, Railroads.
X. �Ianager's report with reference to Natural Gas.
L. Leasing property across from the Marzna Building.
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
OctoUEr 1'], 1g5�
(Continued)
7. Utility Tmprovements.
�• I.ot Mowing Appl�cations.
9• Ar�,Y other itFm not on the agenda will be considered with the consent oi' the
Corr�ni ssi on.
Adjournment
Commission a cting as Trustees fo_r the Pension Plan.
City Commisaion
Clearwater, Flor.ida
Gentlemen:
Octobex 5, 1955
In accordance with statements made to the City Gor�nission at its meeting
on October 3, 1955, request �s hereby made on b2half oi Mr. Edward L. Ho�enstein
far a 10 foot proper�y line setback for a distance of $0 feet only along Hillcrest
Avenue (a setback of 25 feet fram.the curb line}, in accordance with the sketch
submitted to the Citq Commission at that meeting.
Very trulp yours,
/�/ William M. Goza, Jr.
Attorney fpr Edward L. Hohens�sin
(First Federal Building,
Cl.earwater, Floricia)
�'o: F. C. Middleton, City Manager �0�6�55
From: Oliver H. Anderson, Sec1y. Zoning Board
Subjeet: Renuest of William B, Amstutz
The Zonzng Boar d recornmends t hat we grant a 151 set back on Harbor Drive for the
reason that Harbor Drive is mereYy an unpaved and unussd easement that the City
acquired years ago from subdividers, and never used.
Attached hereto is letter of raquest and plat.
Clearwater Zoning Board
Cit y Hall
Olearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
1767 Apache Trail
Clearwater, Floxida
September 12, 1955
The undersigned is the owner af
Lo�s 23, 24 and 25, Block f+Kt�, NA�AJO PARK SUBDIVISION
I am also the owner �f the three adjoining lots, being described as
Lats 20, 2Z and 22, Filock TMK", NPVAJO PARK SUBDIVISION
upon which property my home is s3tua�ted,
Construction is contemp�ated of a dwelling on the three lats iirst abave
described, which dwelling would be of tihe approxim3te size o£ my home (2b x 55),
which is loc ated on the three lots last above described, which are immediately
to the South of the other property.
Because of the fact tnat the A,C.L. Railroad and swampp I,and lie to the rear
of the praperty, iL is almost imgerativ� for a house of any sise to be erected
with the larger portzcn of its dimensions running in a Northerly and 5outherly
direction.
Ther efore I respectiully request that an exception be made under the hardship
rule •to permit erection of the proposed awelling within 5 feet of the Sou�herly
line af the property (also 15+_prr.from Harhor Drive on the North). As s�ated, I
own the house immediately to th.e South and therefore no ob�ection to looation
oP the proposad hou.�e would be made by owner of the property directly affected,
and I do not believe that surroLuiding property owners would be adversely affected
either.
I attarh heret� sketch in accordance cvith your r equirements.
Very truly yours,
/s/ William B. Amstiztz
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C ITY C Ch'�ZMISSION MEETING
October I7� 1955
l0/7/55
To: Mr. F, C. Middle�on, �ity Manager
Fromt 0liver H. Andersony Sec�y. Zonir.g Board
Subject: Aequest of F. J. Muscarel].a (Mr. & Mrs. Hant)
The Zoning Board is of the opinion, and racommends �hat the City take roiarendum
action toward re-zoning the tier of lots on the v�est side of Mi,ssouri Ave. between
Lakevzew and Kingsley from R�2 to $usiness use because of the predom�.nant use now
being made of the area.
It is further recommended that the petzta.on of Mr. and iYlrs. Hunt for tl�e re-zoning
of loCs 1� through 21 inclusive of Block E Lakeview Hei�hts Subdivision be
approved inasmuch as it would be a hardship to withhold the use of the properGy
for the for�ality� of a Referendum.
Attached hereto is original letter of request an d plat.
Zoning' Board
City of Clearwater
Clearwater, Florida
In Re
Rezo�ir_j L�ts 17-21 inclusivei
Block �EJ. LAKE V2EW HEIGHTS SUBDIVISIQN
Gentlemen.
The oianers, Mr. and Mrs. Hunt of the following described lots,
Lots 17 21 inclusive, Block YEt, LAItE VIEW HEI�-HTS SUBDIVISION
HEREBY request that said lots be rezoned from R2 to Business. All of the lots in
question face on Missouri Avenu� betwe�n Lakeview Road on the North and South
Street on the south.
Tt is my understanding that the next meeting of the board is on Thursday
Oa�ober 6, 1955 at $ P,;�l. It is the intent of the w�riter bo appear at that time.
Very truly yours,
/s/ Frank J. Muscarella, Jr.
FJM�jr�jam
10/6/55
T�: Mr. F. C. Middlet�n, City Manager
From: Oliver H. Anderson, SecTy. Zoning Board
Sub ject: Re�uest of George & Wi11a NIae Peterson
The Zoning Board recommen.ds that we approve the attached plar., for the reason
that the construction of this particular dtivelling and the location, would not be
detrimental or adverse to existin; construction, and conforms with the oeneral
and even 1arg�r than the units in this Farticular area.
Attaclzed hereto zs original letter of request w3th pZan.
Zoning Board
Clearwater, Fla.
GentZemen,
'VTe own lot 2�, Block 'ri in the Fairmor_t Subdivision, Clearwater, Florida
which is restrzc�ed to dw�llin; with an area of 75O sq. f�.
We have been r�ntino for a number of years and our earnin�s and savings are
not large enougrs to allow us to build a home of the requirzd size. We are,
hovrever, able t� fi:�ance and make f,he payments on a small.er home since our present
dplEllin� is not �esirable and we wish to build a home we can afford, Nzould you
approv'e the attached plan for our lot.
/s� Very truly,
G�orge and Willa M�e Peterson
CITY COMMISSTON N[EETING
Qctober 17, 1955
C3ctobpr 1G. , 195 5
The Honorable Mayor H. Brnvra
an d
Tk�e Honorable City Cor�miiss�:on
City of Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
tPhe Members of Che Clearv�ater Beach Resort Association are in full accord with
the recommenaation of the Clearwa�er City Planning Board in regard to the public
owned park property opposite the Marina.
�t7e fesl th3.s park property is of i�trinsic value to the people of Clearwater, it
being the o�ly sizeable piece of City owned property on Clearwater Beach that is
suitable for developemer_t of £aciZities for both our resider_t,s and tourists.
It is our understanding the Gicy is endeavoring to haue Route �60 extended to the
Pier on Clearwater Beach and that some of this park property may be needed for the
lccation and alinement of bridges and streets.
The Disab3ed Americar_ Veterans are on record as favor�.ng the dedication of the park
�raperty as a i�7emarial to the Peterans of j�Torld War TI and the Korean j+Tar. S�Je are
in fu11 accord with their suggestion.
Very truly yours,
CLEAR�hrATER BEACH RESORT ASSN
�s/ Garrett McKernan
GK:EAS President
FiE50LUTI0N
WHEREAS: it has beei7 determined by the City Corrmission of the City of Clearvaat�r,
Florida, that the property described below should be cleaned of weeds, grass and�or
underbrush, and that after ten (lOj da}�s notica and failure of thE owner thereof
to do so, the City should clean such property and charge the costs thereof againsL•
the respective pro�erty.
nOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOZVED by the City Comnissior. of the City of Clearwater,
Florida, that the following described property, situate in said City, shall be
cleaned of weeds, grass and/or underbrush within te� (lOj days after notice in
writing to the awners thereof to do so and that upon failure t o comply with s aid
notice, the City shall perform such cleanir_� and char�e the costs thereof against
the resp�ctive propertiss in accordance wit h Section 12$ of the Charter of the
Cit3T of G].earwater, as amanded.
NAME DESCRIPTION CO�T
E. P, Brad�ord East� of Ni 8c B�5 ( 000$)
176$ San�a Barbara Dr. 3-29-15•
Dunedin, Fla. Tract approx. 90' by 270t
behind 2035 Edgewater Dr. $.00
David Personne Lot I2
1�10 Har�ior Dr. Black D
C ity Avondale 1� . 00
L•ouise H. Shadman Lats 13 and ]la.
1017 �'iohawk Block D
City Avondale $.00
Gust Beck I,ot y.
E. Middle Patents Rd. Block E
Badfoz^d, N. Y. Breese Hill 4.OQ
Raymond H. Center Lots 5, 6, and f
13$0 Palmetto Block E
City Breese Hill 12.C�0
T� R. Palmer Lot 1
Box 1�.9 Block z57
Cit}T Carlouel. L.�00
Jahn C, Cosgrove I,dt 13
955 Bay Esplanade Block 256
C3ty Car�.ouel �,. 00
Qtho D. Schuth Lot ].1�.
bl9 Forrest Ave. B1ock 25b
River Forest, I11. Car7.oue1 �.,00
T�ouise J. Palmer Lot 1
Box 149 slock z61f
City Carlouel 4,00
Car7_ V. Winsch Lot 2
123 Hi�hland Rd. Block 26�.
Pi�tsburgti 31�, Pa. Garlouel 4,00
Gladys Rice Lot 7
1537 Drew St. Block B
City Crest I.ake Sub, i�.QO
Per�y A. Page I.ot 12
2369 Gulf to Bay Druid Acres 5.00
C ity
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October 17, 1955
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NhME DESCRIPTION COST
Edwin A. Kurtzebon Lot i5
431 Cl�mens A�e. Bl�ck A
Kirkwood 22, Mo. Floridena �.,Qp
Geo. Pl Chalfont Lot 13
1049 Marine St. B1ock A
City Floridena �., 00
Grover C. Moore, Jr. N 20' of lot 59 and N 20' of
113 Frederica Dr. W� of Lot 60 dnd land to N.
City Grand View Terrace. 5.Q0
Henry W. Ahrens Lot 110 and S 20� of lot 111
53�.titi�est Sarato�a Grand View Terrace. 5.00
Ferndale, Mich.
Audrey L. Whitson Lots l, 2, and 3 �..50
1566 Ridgewood Blnck A
City Hillcr•:est
Ed. S, �=lhitson Lats 4, 5, and 6
1566 Ridgewood Block A
City Hillcrest 4,50
Howard K. Ewing Lot 1
30$ Magnolia l3r. Block �.
City Jones Subo of NicholsonTs 4.00
Jack A. Smith S� of Lot 6
1576 ElmwoAd Rlock 6
City Jones Sub, of NicholsonTs 4.Q0
M. C. Ravei Lots 7 and f3
1051� Sunset Pt. Dr. Elock 6
City Jor.es Sub of Nicholson�s $.QO
Della Barker Lot 16
c�o Ghas. L. Aaas Block B
�.240 Jackson Blvd. La Jolla 5.00
Chicag�, I11.
R�ona B. Sharp Lots 5 and 6
705 N� Osceola Block E
City La Jc�lla 10,00
George C. Rogers Lots � and $
259 i�ain St. Block E
New Britain, Conn. La Jolla 10.00
C. Hugo Mell Lot 1
3$30 Berr3r Ave. Block 35
Drexel Hill, Pa. Niandalay 4.00
I,oyal H. Co�eland Zot 2
2330 Gheshire Brid;e Rd. NE Block 35
Ap�. 12-A �Qandalay 4.00
Atlanta, Ga.
Thomas NT. Baldwin Lots l, 2, 3, and 4
�90 OaF:view Terrace Block L�5 A
Short Hills, N. J, Mandalay 6.00
�acques B. Skinner et al I,ot 11
Dunedin Block 1�$ -
Florida Mandalay �..p0
Oscar Siebers Lots 9, 10, and 11
11+17 S. 5$th. St. Block C
West Al1is, Wisc. Mount Orange 1�.50
Alexander Jesonis Lot $
1$65 Harding B1ock D
C i� 3'm !� e 00
Charles H. Andrews �ot i�` ont
41. I�Iain St. � �lc�ck D� �
Spence�, Mass. Peale Park tr..00
John R, Bur�ison eJ al I,ots 6 and 7
P.O. Box $2 Unit #1
City Russell.s Sub. $.00 .
Byron F. Lohmar Lots 3 and l�
1925 �ro�rson St. Block C, Unit A
Wausau, Wisc. Skycrest 4,00
H. G. Currey �,�t �
1270 Seminole 8t. Block A, Unit 1
City Skycrest 5.00
Anthony D. Milan Lots 1 an d 2
111�.L�. Granada Block ll, Urib 1
City Skycrest $.00
Ar.thony G. l�zlan Lots 1 and 2
Block C, Unit 3
Skycrest $.00
John R. Burnison Lot 6
106 N. Arcturas Block �, Unit 7
Ci't ,v Skycrest S . 00
PA'SSE� AND l�DOPTED BY THE City Commission of the City of Clearwater, Florida,
this ].7th day af October, A, D. 1955.
A�TEST:
/s/ k. :: Whit ehead
Cit� Auditor and C1erk
/s/ Jack Russell
Mayor-Commissioner pro tem
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GITY CONit�fISSTQN MEETING
October 17, 1955
Hor�orable Board of City Commissioners September 10, 1955
City of Clearwater
City Hall
Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
As the Secretary and Treasurer of the "Bomb�•r Boosters,�f I am making the following
request. As you know we have been sponsoring the Bomber Softbal'1 Team for a goo�
many years, and this year we are the d�fending champions. The fact that we are
on top has seemed to �omewhat lessen the fansT support and intexe5t in the team,
because inasmuch as they are already there, the people are nat so inclined to
help as much as they have been in pas� ;y�ears.
However, th� City of Clearwater is plaping host to the World Sof�ball Tournament
her� in the City of Clearwater, which said tournament should bring in a great
m2ny people from all over the United States and some foreign cou�atries as well.
It h.as been bhe custd� in the past for the City of Clearwat�r to help with this
program, and we are hereby requesting the sum of �3,,000.00 from the Special
Ever,ts Fund of the City to help out with team exyense for the balance of the season.
This request is of an immediate nature, and anythino you can do to expedite the
matter will be greatly appreciated. We of the Bomber Boosters feel that the
Clearwater Bomber•s will again captur� th.e World Title and be world champio�s,
which would be a very singular honor indeed.
If you need further informati�n concerninj this request, please feel free to call
upon me at �,ny time.
Very truly yours,
/s� SVilliam Tri ck el
Secretary-Treasurer of
Bomber Booster Club
Mr. Frank Abernathy,
October 4, 1955•
City Treasurer,
Clearwater, Fla.,
Dear Mr, xbernathy:
Confirming conversation v�zth ;�ou by telephone this morning, I wish to request
that you arranoe to let us nave a Voucher in the an.ount of �2,500.Q0 on our
aF,propriation .£or the 1956 F'UI� 'N SUn Cr�LEBkATION.
The balance will not be needed until considerably later in the Season, but
right now there are some imrnediate obli:�ations and expense that we want to be in
a position to mee� right away. Our plans are much furth�r adv�nced now than �hey
were at this time last year.
Thanking you for pronipt attention to this matter, I am,
Yours very truly,
/s/ A. V, Hancock
Secretary-Treasurer,
FUN �N 5UN EXECIITIVE CON�T�IITTEE.
September $, 1955
Planning and Zoning C�inmission
City of Clearwater, Florida.
Gez��t lemen ,
The American Gil Company of Tennessee, Inc., does hereby make application
for approvGl to construct a service station on the northwest corner of Gulf To Bay
Blvd. and Arcturas Avenue, Clearwater, Florida; as indicated on the accompanying
Plot Plan dated 9-6-55, and buildin; plans entitled +�Standard �ervice Station
B1dg.�� date�i $-10-55, both prepared by and bearing the name of �lmeroco Division -
American Oil Company o£ Tenn., Inc.
Very truly yours,
/s/ We G. McComas Jr.
i�Iana�er, Operations Department
Amer oco Division
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CITY CON.i�IiS5I0N MEETTNG
October 17> 1955
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October ]J�., 1955
To: F. C. Middleton, Gity Manager
F'rom: S. Zickton, Gity Engineer
5ubject: American 0i1 Company of Tennessee, Inc.
Pla�zs for the proposed service statzon at the NorChwest corner of Gulf to Bay
and Arcturas were ret*iewed by this office, they ar•e in order, with the following
exc�ptions:
1. `Phe driveways shall be buil� as per the changes indicated on the first page
of fi he blueprints.
2, The curb cuts on Gulf to Bay must be approved by the state road department
as well as by the city engineer's office.
3. No plumbing plan has been submitted with the set of plans, plumbing plans mu�t
indicate that water from the wash rack and and oil rack sY;a7,l not be discharged
into the sani�ary sewer. ihe waste water from the wash raoms shall be carried
toward Gulf to Bay Blvd., inasmuch as the see�er wyes are placed along
Gulf to Bay at this location.
October 19, 1955
Planning and Zoning Commissicn
City of Clear��ater, Florida.
Gent].emen,
The �lmerican Oil Company of Tennessee a�rees to build the driveway of propo�ed
s�rvice station •at the northwest c�rner of Gulf To Bay Blvd. an�. Arcturas as
per the instruct:.ons indicated on the first page of the blueprin�s. No grease o-r
wash rack will be built at this bime, The waste vlater from the wash rooms wi11 be
carried toward Gulf To Bay Blvd.
�i copy of the approved curb out of the state road department will be furnished
along with this letter.
Sincerely yours,
/s/ John Armistead
State Dianager
Araerican OiI Company
G' C
October 13, 1g5�
ity ornmissioners
City Hall
Clearwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
Re: Alterations tdunicipal Auditorium
Fursuant to your request of October 10, we are pleased to submit our porposal
as to fees for the above-captioned work:
As you can see fro� the accompanying recommended minimum fee schedule
charges for remodeling on all types of work usually carry somewhat higher iees.
We, hov�ever, f eel that we can absorb the difference in fees in this instance, and,
therefore, propose a fee of six �er cent (6�) should the work not exceed �125,000,
and if such work �ould exceed tY,e abo.re figure, ;a reduation of 1/1� of 1%, or
5-3/4%, for all work up to and including �250,000.
This fee will include the structural and mechanical engineering necessary
tooether with complete architectural servic,es including sugervision.
We trust this meets with your approval an d if there are any questions,
please do not hesitate to call on �zs.
RHZ:w
Enc.
Sincerely your�s,
�^]AKELING AND LEVI SON
/s/ Robert H. Levison
October 13 , 1955
City Commission
'" Clearwa�er, Flora.da
Re: Prop�sed Tlevelopment -
Annexation - Sewaae F�cilities
Gentlemen:
We submit herewith master plan far the proposed devel.opment of the following
tiescrib�efl ��op�ty� situate, lying and being in Pinellas County, Flnrida:
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CITY COMPdISSTON NIEETING
October 17, 1qS5
( G onti ntzed )
The Southeast one quarter (SE'�) of the Northeast one quarter (NE�),
less replat of Third Addition to Salls' Subdivision; also the East
One Half (E�) of the Southeast one qu3rter (SE�), less First
Addit ion to SallsT Subdivision, and less repZat of First Addition to
SallsT 3ubdivision, all bein� and lying in Section 22, Township 29
South, Range 15 Eas�, and
Lots 1 tl�rough 1$; Block I, Lots 1 through 9, Block II; Lots 1 through
9, Block TII; Lots 1 through 1$, Block IV, Unit 1 of First Addition
to Salls� Subdivision, according to Plat Book 36, page 51, Public
Recoxds, Pinellas Gounty, Florida.
The developer, R. C. Bleakley, propcses the annexation of the above property,
consisting of approximate7y one hundred fifteer_ (115) acres within the city limits
of the Citq of Clearvaater, and in complxance with Ordisiance No. 632 and aLl.
provisions thereoi.
The aforesaid property will, according to the naster plan, pl�t approximately
420 lot s .
This property is owned by D. A. Salls wno, at his expense with city approval,
ran city sewage disposal line to and into the above described progerty so as to
provide sevrage fa�ilities Lo the one hundred fifteen (115) acres aforesaid.
In order to �roceed with the �omplete development of the project, sewage disposal
facilities rnust be available, and we are advised by the City �ngineer, Mr. Sid.
Lickton, that the line novr servin� the above area is adequate.
It is the developer�s ciesire to have the Co�cmission designate the above area
as ar area to b� serviced by the sewage disposal line placed on the property for
that service.
You are respectfuZly requested to give this matter your official appro va1
at your next re�ular meeting on Monday, October 17, 1955•
Very truly yours,
T�9IGHTh1AN, ROWE & TANhTE�'
4VS�V/rt BY /s/ L+T. S. G+Tightman
g.z2, 1955
Hon' H. Td. Brown. Mayor.
Clearwater, Fla.
Dear R4ayor Brown,
Kindly note the enclosed resolution si�ned by a selected, forward-looking repre--
sentative but non-political group of inen who, becoming iully 3cquainted with the
many unusuai and valuable potantialities of the Tampa Bay La�:e project, hope to
(as an active nucleus) provide an impetus and inspiration toward its fulfillment.
It will mean water conservation, control of sa].t encroachment by raising o ound
pressure, salvaging thousands of 3cres of salt marsh and controllin� stor�r ticies;
provide relief to barnacled bottoms and create a sgortsman's paradise. it will.
al so prevent silting in upper bay -- now progressive.
It is a project unique in the United States and not prohibitive in cost for tne
great b enefits derived.
We expect to meet again at intervals and will feel greatly honored by your
presence.
CB.mga
Encl.
Respectfully yours,
/s/ Dr. Con F. Bar�h
Chairman
(br. Barth's Sanatoritw.
Safet}* Harbor, Floridaj
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, there has been projected a glan to canvert North Tampa Bay by
suitable engineering into a fresh water lake, and
WHEREAS, th� conversion oi said body of water fr�m salt to fresh water wi11
benefit tha citizens of Pinellas and Hillsborough Gounties and the citizens of
Clearwater bv providing water c�nservation, will assist in the contral of salt
encroac'runent by raising ground pressure, and will salvage thousands of. acres .of
salt marsh, and will create additional fishin� and sports areas in Pinellas County
and Clearwater, and an addition to the foregoing5 will ultimately save many
thousands of dollars by preventin� siltin� in t he upper Bay, and
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CI TY (A�fIS SI9N MEETING
October 17, 1955
(Continuzd)
WHEREAS, the creation of the said fresh water lal:e in Nor`.h Tampa Bay will
give to the citizens and visitors of this area the unique pleasure of being able
to fish in either salt or fresh water, an� will provide an additional attraction
for the benefit of our visiting tourists.
NQW, THEBEFqRE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the Qity of
Clearwater, Florida, in session duly and regularlp assembled as follows:
That the Citp of Clearwater hereby �ndorses a project ta convert North Tampa
Bay into a fresh water lake, and joins with all others ir_terested in this project
to secure its fulfillment, and the Cit y Clerk is hereby instructed and directed
to forward and distribute copies of this Re�r�lution to the members of the Florida
Congressional Delegation in it�Tashin.gton, and to other municipalities in the Tampa
Bay Area and to such other appropriate persons and organizations that may be
coz�cerned with the aforesaid project.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of October, A, D. 1955.
/sf Herbert M. Brown
iKAYOR-COMMISSIONEH
Attest:
/s/ R. G. Whitehead
CITY kUDITOR AND CLERK
oct. 4, 1955
Honorable City Commissioners
C�earwater, Florida
Gentlemen:
As Truste2s of the City of Glearwater EmployeesT Pensic�n Fund, you are
hereby notified that Ulilli.am A. Fletcher, Asst. Dredge Operator in �he Public
Serv. Dept. has been duly examined hy a local physician ancl lesionated by him as
a "First Class" r�.sk.
The above smployee began nis service with the Cit y on Mar. ].1�., 1955• He is
under 1�5 years of age (born June $, 1931�.) and meets the requirements of our
Civil Service. I� is•hereby recommended by the Advisory Comnittee that he be
accepted into membership.
Very truly yours,
Advisory Committee of The Employees' Pension Fund
/sf Paul Kane, Chairman
�s/ Helen Petars
/s/ Dick Nelson
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