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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
October 17, 1994
The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met in regular session at City Hall,
Monday, October 17, 1994 at 9:43 a.m., with the following members present:
Rita Garvey
Fred A. Thomas
Richard Fitzgerald
Sue A. Berfield
Arthur X. Deegan, II
Mayor/Commissioner
Vice-Mayor ICommissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Also present:
Elizabeth M. Deptula
Kathy S. Rice
William C. Baker
Pamela K. Akin
Cynthia E. Goudeau
City Manager
Deputy City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
. The Mayor called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The
invocation was offered by Assistant City Manager William C. Baker.
In order to provIde continuity for research, the items will be listed in agenda order although
not necessar~ly discussed In that order.
. ITEM #3 .. Service Awards
'. Six service awards were presented to City employees.
. " .. . David Little, Information Management Department, was presented the October
. , .1994 Employee of the Month Award.
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John Berrien, Public Works Department, was presented the 1994 Employee of the
',YearAward.
The Commission recessed to meet as Pension Trustees from 10:03 to 11 :02 a.m.
.'. ITEM #4 - AODroval of Minut~~
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Commissioner Deegan moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
. October 3,' .1994, as corrected by the City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded and
, " carried unanimous.ly~ '
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a) Planning & Zoning Board - Annual Report
John Carassas, Chairman of the Planning & Zoning Board, reported in 1993. the
Board met 1 9 times for a total of 46 hours plus the time members spent reviewing
applications. Of 86 requests for conditional use permits reviewed, 84 were granted. No
appeals were made to Hearing Officers. He indicated the Board made recommendations
regarding 55 annexation, rezoning and Land Use Plan and 15 Land Development Code
amendments. He expressed appreciation for the Commission's actions at streamlining the
Land Development Code.
The Mayor thanked Mr. Carassas and the Board for their time and efforts and
expressed the Commission's appreciation to these volunteers. Commissioner Thomas
complimented the Board for an outstanding job. Commissioner Berfield pointed out
required preparation takes two hours for every hour of attendance. Mr. Carassas named
the members of the board and recognized Mr. Merriam who was in attendance.
b) High Speed Rail M Dan Brockway
The proposed SuperTrain could travel from Orlando to the Gulf Coast in less than
35 minutes. Advocates maintain this technology will provide Gulf Coast area
revitalization, economic growth, and jobs. To secure the project. proponents recommend:
1) a unification to commitment; 2) cities defining and ranking their actions; 3) organizing
leadership for unified action; 4) identifying funding sources and a budget; and 5) initiating
a monthly review and an insistence on progress. Advocates estimate the SuperTrain will
attract' OO-million riders in the first nine years and S-million visitors from Disney World
will travel to the Gulf Coast.
, Proponents claim auto traffic would be greatly reduced and pollution limited. They
, state SuperTrains will be quiet and travel on existing highway rights~of-way causing
virtually no impact to wetlands. Though construction costs run between $10- and $20-
million per mile, some Federal funds are available. The French have shown a profit with
their operation. It is proposed that a dedicated task force is needed to articulate the
rationale for a Clearwater terminal, provide plans and architectural renditions, identify
potential sources of capital, prioritize phases of development, and provide monthly
progress reports to the City.
Dan Brockway presented a status report regarding High Speed Trains (HST). He
stated there is an urgency to respond now with recommendations for Clearwater's
inclusion in the RFP (Request for Proposals). He listed groups he has contacted during the
past two years regarding this proposal. A planned corridor to Tampa Bay is being
considered with an extension to St. Petersburg's Gateway tentatively selected. He
indicated an extension to Clearwater would provide the City with tremendous opportunity.
The RFP is scheduled to be released in 60 to 90 days with construction commencing in
1998.
Mr. Brockway stated all HST technology is mature. The Maglev. a German system,
has been operating for five years and is the most attractive system for Florida.
Pennsylvania predicted a HST would attract 5,000 to 25,000 new jobs. He felt
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Clearwater would be adversely affected if bypassed. Constructing the Pinellas line to
Clearwater would cost less and have less environmental impact than a branch to St.
Petersburg. He anticipated a monorail built from an HST terminal in east Clearwater to the
beach would pay for itself, Downtown Clearwater would be revitalized, jobs would be
created, and small businesses would benefit.
Mr. Brockway cited examples of how the data is skewered against Clearwater
including an estimate calculating construction costs to Clearwater at $2.3 billion versus
$1.3 billion to St. Petersburg. He took issue with statistics that compute HST travel from
Orlando to Tampa at 45 minutes but Orlando to Clearwater at 83 minutes. He disputed
published data that states Clearwater has Inadequate rights-of-way and the costs of
construction would be so high. Present materials rate access to the Gateway area as
excellent with low costs. He stated the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT)
favors an 1-275 crossing though the Howard Frankland Bridge cannot support the train and
new pilings would need to be driven and a new Itbridge" built. The final date for changes
to the RFP is October 31, 1994.
Mr. Brockway presented and narrated a video on HSTs. He stated $1 51 billion is
included in the next six years of the Federal budget.
Commissioner Fitzgerald referred to the map of current HST projects noting the gap
between Charlotte, NC and Jacksonville, FL and questioned if a north-south route had
been projected. Mr. Brockway explained the map displays active projects and felt when
the Federal government becomes involved. a connection will occur. He indicated HSTs
make sense for short hauls between 300 and 500 miles.
Commissioner Thomas questioned if the proposed HST from Orlando to Clearwater
would stop in Tampa. Mr. Brockway indicated the projected route is from Miami to
'Orlando, to Lakeland, to Tampa's Downtown and Westshore. The St. Petersburg
extension is a published option. Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned if the number of
stops were responsible for the time differential in travel times. Mr. Brockway stated HSTs
travel at an average speed of 187 mph and limit stops to between 90 seconds and two
minutes.
Commissioner Deegan questioned if European HSTs operate simultaneously with
government run, standard speed trains. Mr. Brockway felt it would not be logical to
combine the HST with a present conventional system. Commissioner Deegan questioned
if the Federal government has indicated plans to improve Amtrack or support competition.
Mr. Brockway predicted Maglev seems the way to go with lower costs and minimal
environmental impact.
Commissioner Deegan questioned if the Task Force should focus on State or
Federal support. Mr. Brockway indicated the State.
Commissioner Berfield questioned if the first step should be to attempt to impact
the RFP to include Clearwater before October 31. Mr. Brockway suggested a decision be
reached if a terminal is wanted in Clearwater, a letter be drafted to the State reflecting this
position, and a Clearwater representative be sent to Tallahassee to express City interest.
He indicated St. Petersburg has already actively petitioned Tallahassee.
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Mayor Garvey questioned how the environment would be less harmed by routing
the HST to Clearwater rather than St. Petersburg if fill would be needed to be added to the
Courtney Campbell Causeway. Mr. Brockway stated enough land already exists on the
Courtney Campbell Causeway to erect piers for guideways. Mayor Garvey noted several
sections of the Campbell Causeway are too narrow. Mr. Brockway said the HST requires
a side 1 a-foot wide right-of-way or can be constructed down the center of the road.
Mayor Garvey questioned how the monorail in Clearwater could pay for itself when
public transportation cannot. Mr. Brockway said his estimates included revenues from
users of the high speed rail to Clearwater to pay for the monorail.
Commissioner Berfield questioned the estimated cost for a ticket on the high speed
rail and monorail. Mr. Brockway indicated he had not considered the monorail but costs
on HSTs average $7.50 plus $0.28 per mile. He stated the fares should be comparable
and competitive with discounted airfares.
Commissioner Thomas thanked Mr. Brockway for his presentation and applauded
his admirable credentials. As the CitY representative for high speed rail, Commissioner
Thomas indicated information was difficult to gather. Only with the help of Mr. Brockway
was he able to determine that Clearwater was being locked out of consideration.
Commissioner Thomas reported the State has already dedicated money to start
construction of a high speed rail system. Original route plans were from Orlando to Miami
or to Tampa with Pinellas County not considered. Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach
I counties 'act successfully as a political unit and are a major force in advocating the Miami
route. He noted St. Petersburg, the only voice heard on the west coast, has quietly
supported the Gateway terminal.
Commissioner Thomas requested the Commission show that Clearwater wants high
speed rail by committing to build the monorail to Clearwater Beach. He noted the Gulf
Beaches are the number one destination choice of tourists visiting Orlando. He toured the
Courtney Campbell Causeway with the representative of one company considering a bid
.on the project. The representative indicated erecting an HSr on the causeway would be
less difficult and less expensive than building a new bridge to St. Petersburg. When
questioned if a.monorail to the Gulf would persuade his company to link with Clearwater,
the representative indicated that would be the most significant action the City could take.
Commissioner Thomas stated in conversations with State officials, they indicated
Clearwater's decision regarding the proposed monorail would be the most significant act in
working with a franchise to link with Pinellas County.
. Commissioner Thomas pointed out the distance from Gateway to the beaches is
three times farther than from east Clearwater to Clearwater Beach. He also noted how
difficult it is to travel west across Pinellas County from Gateway.
Commissioner Thomas stated the City has been silent on this issue because
Clearwater was "kept out of the loop. II He recommended the creation of a simple
resolution and then lobbying the issue with the Pinellas delegation. A committee
appointed by the Governor will make the final decision regarding the RFP. He suggested
Clearwater taking the lead to build a monorail to the beach would position the route
between Orlando and Tampa Bay ahead of the route to Miami.
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Commissioner Thomas noted Illinois' former largest city, Galena, withered after
Illinois designated Chicago as the rail hub in 1865. He indicated transportation determines
the future course of a city's life. He requested a decision be made to bring the high speed
Tail to the City.
Mayor Garvey stated she would support high speed rail to Pinellas County but not
to Clearwater. She expressed unwillingness to commit future Commissions to building a
monorail.
Commissioner Deegan agreed with the Mayor's reluctance to commit to funding the
monorail. He suggested he would be comfortable with language that Clearwater would
take the lead without an obligation to commit funds. He agreed this technology represents
a major opportunity and recommended the City attempt to be included in the RFP. He
noted those applying for the RFP's will be interested in minimizing costs and environmental
concerns and suggested the bidders be asked to decide on Clearwater's merits. He felt
requesting Clearwater's consideration is not asking too much.
Commissioner Fitzgerald indicated he harbored many reservations regarding
Commissioner Thomas' language suggesting the Commission commit to building a
monorail to the beach. He observed that attracting the project to Pinellas County is the
first step of the process. He does not favor promises that the City would erect a monorail
if the decision was made to link Tampa and Clearwater with high speed rail.
Commissioner Fitzgerald indicated he has supported monorails for a long time but
felt the proposal, while exciting, has limited applications. He noted trains are passenger
oriented and questioned the effectiveness of high speed technology on short range trips.
He noted a land route through Oldsmar had also been discussed. He spoke against issuing
a resolution with the potential of producing any false impressions. He suggested a request
to be involved would establish the City's commitment. He reiterated his objection to the
Commission committing to construct a monorail.
Commissioner Thomas distributed copies of a proposed resolution. Mayor Garvey
recommended the Commission act on it Thursday night. Commissioner Thomas read
. Section 1 aloud, emphasizing the statement that the Commission would take a lead in
building a publicly funded low speed monorail. He pointed out the resolution does not bind
any Commission to spending money. He noted many kinds of funds are available. He said
by 2000, FDOT will be required to consider all forms of transportation before building a
road. He indicated the Commission has this one chance to be considered for inclusion in
the RFP.
The resolution was agendaed for Thursday, October 20, 1994.
The Commission recessed from 12:14 to 1 :05 p.m.
Commissioner Deegan questioned forming a Task Force to address high speed rail.
Commissioner Thomas indicated a Task Force would be needed if Clearwater is included in
the RFP. . Commissioner Deegan suggested its establishment be included in tho m3olution.
Mayor Garvey questioned why that was necessary. Commissioner Berfield suggested it
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would be more of a positive to include it. Commissioner Deegan said if the resolution
passed, the Task Force would be established. Commissioner Thomas agreed it would not
hurt to include it. Mayor Garvey recommended the Task Force be discussed at the same
time as the resolution but not as part of the resolution as she will not support the
resolution but may support formation of a Task Force.
The City Manager suggested a Task Force may have goals tied to other Pinellas
County terminals even if Clearwater is not included in the RFP. She indicated there is
plenty of work for a Task Force to accomplish.
Commissioner Deegan stated the Commission will discuss the resolution and Task
Force on Thursday night as separate issues. Mayor Garvey recommended the appointment
of a transportation Task Force. Commissioner Deegan suggested limiting the Task Force's
focus to the impact of high speed rail on Clearwater and not duplicating the efforts of
other committees.
c) Water Supply/Reclaimed Water Issues
A condition for renewal of the City's existing SWFWMD Consumptive Use Permit
and existing FDEP wastewater discharge permits requires the consideration of alternative
methods of initiating a City-wide reclaimed water/irrigation system. The City is also
reviewing means to decrease Clearwater's serious and costly reliance on Pinellas County
as the City's potable water supplier.
Staff and Camp, Dresser. and McKee, Inc. (COM) have developed a water reuse
concept that would allow the expanded reuse by irrigation to a capacity of 7.5 mgd while
. reserving 8.0 mgd for recovery and reuse as part of the City's potable water supply. The
City's three, advanced treatment plants would be linked for storage and supply of 7.5 mgd
of reclaimed water for irrigation without additional treatment. The balance of available
,reclaimed water would be treated further for recovery and delivery to the potable water
supply. Three sites considered for the construction of additional "super" treatment
facilities are: 1) the Northeast AWTP site; 2) a site adjacent to Lake Chatauqua: or 3) a
" ' site adjacent to Alligator Lake. Reuse facility implementation would depend upon
substantial citizen and regulatory agency support.
The concept anticipates using public health evaluations, public information
programs and pilot treatment plant studies from 1995 through 2000 to confirm conditions
for successful rec.overy and reuse of reclaimed water for potable supply. The concept is
similar to an operating system with the Occoquan Reservoir near Washington. DC and one
proposed by Tampa. The 8 mgd, potable recovery and reuse project would be
implemented in stages. Initial capital costs between 1995 and 2000 are estimated at $4-
to $8-miIJion. Full implementation of the potable reuse project, from 2000 to 2005, is
estimated at $46- to $70-million. Studies and evaluations of public health considerations,
public information and attitudes, and pilot treatment plants would establish bases and
conditions for proceeding.
This concept anticipates the expansion of the reclaimed water irrigation system to
meet permitting requirements and citizen needs from 1995 through 2005. Reclaimed
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water reuse for irrigation is being successfutly used by the City and other County and
State communities. Initial capital costs for pumping and transmission lines to increase
reuse by irrigation to 7.5 mgd are estimated at $10.4 million. Neighborhood facilities
would be constructed by a petition process that includes assessments and monthly
charges.
Assistant City Manager William Baker indicated there is plenty of drinking water but
noted the increasing costs. In 1988, City wells limited Clearwater's dependance on
County water to less than half of its potable needs. By 1991, new rules restricting the
level of chlorides in wells increased the City's dependence on County water from 43% to
79% at a 65% increase in costs. By 1993, the City recovered some of its ability to
provide water. ~n 1994, the County announced its intention to substantially increase
water rates.
Mr. Baker noted the more water Clearwater can produce, the better off financially
the City will be. A recent study identified the best water in Clearwater is within two miles
of the intersection of Old Coachman Road and SR 590. Due to the danger of upconing
salt water into the aquifer, pumping is limited. Using brackish water would have an
immediate result of upconing. The maximum the City can produce is 6 mgd from 24
wells. City use averages 16 mgd.
Mr. Baker reported Dunedin performed tests and believes they have identified a
brackish water supply. Mr. Baker expressed concerns that the results may not match their
expectations.
Mr. Baker stated producing water from the Upper A zone will increase the
possibility of other water quality problems like iron contamination. In January, the
Commission approved a study regarding potable water. If the study is confirmed, the City
may be able to capture an additional 0.5 mgd by rehabilitating the wells at a cost of $0.5-
million which will be offset through savings by decreasing County water purchases. He
reported by sinking nine new wells at a cost of $2.39-million, the City could tap the full 6
mgd and payback of the costs would occur over several years.
Mr. Baker reported the City can realize a significant savings by minimizing
purchases of County Water and suggested the City find a dramatic way to reduce this
dependency. He noted Tampa's plan to discharge much of the wastewater from their
treatment plant for "super" treatment in the Hillsborough River and sell their excess to the
West Coast Regional Water Supply. He stated any such plan must be economical, ,
scientific, and politically acceptable. He reported a Blue Ribbon Task Force of chemists,
scientists, pathologists, etc. reviewed pilot studies, bench tests, and models and
. confirmed the Tampa project was scientifically acceptable. Mr. Baker indicated Tampa is
now working on developing public acceptance of their plan. He suggested if Tampa's plan
works, Clearwater's should too.
He reported the Clearwater plan is to create a reservoir. The City could draw 8
mgd from the "lake II for Super Treatment at a plant and mix that with the 6 mgd of City
wen water and 2 mgd of County water. Eight mgd of the 16 mgd returning to the system
could be distributed through a reclaimed water irrigation system and 8 mgd could be
directed to the "lake. II
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Advanced Wate'r Treatment Plans are simply discharged and wasted. He also reported the
National Estuary Program has recently suggested that Tampa Bay and Clearwater Harbor
'depend on the present volume of effluent discharge.
Mr. Baker reported the City's goal is to produce all the water it can and buy as little
as possible. He acknowledged the costs of building the super water treatment plant will
be high but compared those costs to savings associated with dramatically reducing the
City's reliance on Pinellas County's water supply.
Mr. Baker stated no one has found a self-sufficient system to provide reclaimed
water for irrigation. The most feasible plan calls for neighborhoods to petition for lines and
pay some upfront expenses and monthly fees. He suggested the strategy he outlined
would pay for itself in a short time.
. Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned if Clearwater's water supply includes water
delivered to City homes via the County. Mr. Baker said his focus was on water distributed
by the City. Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned if residents hooked to the County system
pay different rates. Mr. Baker stated residents on the County system pay the County rate
but he was unsure how costs may differ.
Commissioner Fitzgerald stated Tampa is still considering the Hookers Point project
and the plan to use the Hillsborough River is still being investigated. He noted a major
difference between rivers and lakes is water flow. Mr. Saker indicated Alligator Lake is
moving but conceded the flow rate is minimal. Commissioner Fitzgerald felt the selling
point of Tampa's proposal was based on the flow rate, an essential factor in the natural
cleaning process. Mr. Saker reported scientists have agreed the water'can safely flow
directly from the Advanced Water Treatment Plant into the water supply but an
intermediate step is preferred.
Commissioner Thomas requested clarification of the City's current pumping
capacity. Mr. Saker reported the City presently pumps 4 mgd. Increasing that level to 0.5
mgd will cost $270,000. The additional 1.5 mgd will require construction of new wells at
. . a cost of $2.39-million. Tom Surke of Camp, Dresser, and McKee, Inc. (COM), indicated
. payoff for this construction should occur in five to seven years. Commissioner Thomas
questioned if the payoff would be sooner should the water be assessed at the County rate.
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Mr. Burke referred to the concept plan on making the City self-reliant for water. He
began his review of the Water Reuse Concept Plan by referring to the map of the existing
supply of.potable/reclaimed water. He noted current discharges: the East plant - 2.5 mgd;
the Northeast plant - 5 mgd with 1.5 mgd routed to golf courses, etc.; and the Marshall
Street plant. 6.5 mgd with 0.5 mgd routed to a golf course.
Mr. Burke indicated reclaimed water for irrigation use has seriously been discussed.
He felt the City's most Immediate need is related to the terms to be met in order to renew
permits. According to his best information, Mr. Burke indicated the City needs a definitive
plan and implementation strategy for water reuse. The current concept was based on
changes regarding how reclaimed water can be used.
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a potable reuse system and implementation would take an additional 5 years. Costs to
acquire a plant site are estimated at $ 1.2- to $2-million and construction costs are
estimated between $46- and $70-million. The range in costs is based on possible
occurrences specific to a site. He predicted the water will be expensive and could cost
$ 2. 15 per 1,000 gallons. He suggested if everything goes right, the cost could be $1.50
per gallon. He indicated only time will tell if this procedure is more expensive than other
alternatives.
Mr. Burke reported Sylvan Abbey has approached the City regarding irrigating with
reclaimed water. He noted other areas could be considered. Neighborhoods could petition
for service, after a complete backbone system for irrigation is developed between 1995
and 2000. He anticipated the system will cost the City between $17- and $33-million to
support. Ways to recover these expenses need to be worked out.
Mr. Burke stated most of the existing supply is directed to Tampa Bay and
Clearwater Harbor. The Mayor questioned if the City does not qualify for its permit, would
management of the water system be turned over to the Federal government. Mr. Burke
indicated if that occurred, the City would still operate the system and the City Attorney
would be kept busy.
Mr. Burke noted items needing implementation in 1995 for reclaimed water system
expansion include: 1} negotiation of terms and conditions for transfer of 3 mgd of
reclaimed water to Pinellas County; 2) establishment of bases for monitoring participation
in regional plans for water reclamation and reuse; 3) initiation of Clearwater public health
evaluation and public information programs to encourage citizen understanding and
sup'port; 4) revision of the reclaimed water master plan to assist in securing permit
renewals, grants and low interest loans; 5) integration of reclaimed water programs into
water quality protection and storm water management plans; and 6) establishment of
financial planning criteria to expand reuse by irrigation systems. He noted no Florida
system currently runs without subsidies. He recommended once the six steps regarding
lowering the City's reliance on County water are completed, the City should renegotiate
with the County. He suggested if water conservation efforts are successful. the City's
reliance may be reduced even further.
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well fields instead of reusing it for irrigation or mixing it for a potable source. Estimated
costs to residents with reused water for irrigation range from $10.4-million for major
transmission lines only to $17-million for a more localized system. He indicated he
disagrees with Dunedi"n's conclusions regarding the ability to use brackish water.
Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned when permits need to be renewed. Mr. Burke
stated at the end of 1 994. Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned if permits would be
required for pumping 6 mgd. Mr. Burke indicated required permits are for wastewater
discharge. Commissioner Thomas questioned if the City can continue with the status quo
without renewal of the permits by the deadline. Mr. Burke stated the City must get the
permits regardless. He indicated the City must address all six items by the end of 1995.
He noted the City's present use of reclaimed water for irrigation is in the City's favor. He
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City's discharge. He also noted the County wants some of the City's reclaimed
water.
Commissioner Thomas suggested the City should negotiate with the County for a
potential remuneration or reduction in cost based on Clearwater's transfer of some
reclaimed water to Pinellas County. He indicated the total estimated cost of the proposed
system is between $64- and $104-million. He suggested the City apply for the permit as
quickly as possible, negotiate with the County, and obtain an estimate of the cost to
transfer all of the City's reclaimed water to the Pasco well field through a recently vacated
pipeline. Mr. Burke estimated that cost at less than $1-million. Commissioner Thomas
questioned how long it would take piped wastewater to be recharged in the well field and
returned to Pinellas County. Mr. Burke replied that depended on where the water is
discharged and could take anywhere from 3.5 days to several years.
Commissioner Thomas questioned if Pinellas County is presently drawing from
those wells. Mr. Burke indicated they are. Commissioner Thomas suggested if Clearwater
ships 13.5 mgd to the well field, the value of that effluent should affect a reduced rate for
the City's purchases of well water. Mr. Burke agreed that would be reasonable.
Commissioner Thomas indicated the cost Of that arrangement would be $1.mi/Hon versus
$103-million for the proposed system.
Commissioner Thomas questioned plans to recycle water in Clearwater. He noted
the City now uses 3.2 mgd for irrigation. Mr. Burke indicated it was possible to use 8
mgd to 10 mgd for irrigation. Commissioner Thomas questioned the 20% figure regarding
irrigation. Mr. Baker indicated the 20% figure relates to the number of meters with
separate lawn meters. Commissioner Thomas questioned how th~ City could use 8 mgd
for irrigation. Mr. Burke stated the City could continue serving present customers and
expand to additional open lands, parklands, and lawn meter customers. He predicted new
interost from open space customers.
Commissioner Thomas questioned the $1 O~million charge on the chart. ivir. Burke
, explained the $10.milllon was to construct pump stations, a storage area at the Marshall
Street plant, and pipeline to distribute water across the City. The $1 7 -million estimate
was to extend pipes for recycled water for irrigation to residential areas and the $33-
million figure would cover its distribution.
Commissioner Thomas stated this is a business he does not think Pinellas County is
approaching correctly. He suggested it would be more effective if one unit of
management controlled the distribution and treatment of wastewater as well as
storm water issues. He recommended the City take the lead and establish an organization
that manages 100% of Pinellas County's water without duplication. Mr. Burke agreed
. there should be one organization but noted this will not occur overnight. He suggested a
transi~ion to one .organization could be managed by the West Coast Regional Water Supply
Agency.
Mr. Baker stated plans for a recycled water system for irrigation no longer include a
large capital outlay. He suggested the City may be able to apply for grants to cover half of
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neighborhoods to petition and pay upfront fees. Commissioner Thomas suggested
shipping the City's millions of gallons to Pasco County while developing a less expensive
integrated system.
Commissioner Fitzgerald agreed with Commissioner Thomas regarding this
becoming a regional matter. He stated the water policy is presently being directed at the
State level with regional application. Commissioner Fitzgerald suggested becoming a
proponent for consolidating thinking on this matter.
Commissioner Deegan referred to the proposition to negotiate with Pinellas County
for the transfer of reclaimed water. He recommended the City negotiate for money applied
against the City's expenses. He did not think the City should face a problem obtaining a
permit.
Commissioner Deegan indicated cost estimates for a City system have sky-rocketed
from $65-million to $121-million. He expressed concerns that reducing usage is not
addressed. He suggested the five to seven year payback plan is faulty because the City
will not be purchasing higher priced water from Pinellas County so no real savings on 16
mgd will occur.
Commissioner Deegan requested staff continue to monitor Dunedin's plan and invite
their department head to the City and discuss costs and outcome estimates. He said the
Tampa plan has not been proven and the political aspect of the proposal not yet
confronted. He felt it would be difficult to convince people it was healthy to use Lake
Chatauqua where swimming is prohibited due to high bacterial levels. He noted part of
Alligator Creek has septic tank problems affecting Alligator Lake. He felt the Master Plan
needs to be revised and new surveys need to be completed.
Commissioner Deegan questioned the next planned step. Mr. Baker stated the City
will continue to work toward capturing 6 mgd. He suggested if the Commission intends to
have a reclaimed water system, they should authorize a backbone project and later plan for
residents to petition for access.
Commissioner Deegan requested an agenda item be brought forward for approval
containing specific estimates of the cost to deliver the product to customers. Mr. Baker
stated the project could begin with piping from Palmetto across the Harbor to the beaches
. and Island Estates where there are no shallow wells and the City's most likely customers
reside. Commissioner Deegan indicated he was glad Mr. Baker was thinking that way. He
reiterated his concerns about the estimated costs of delivery.
/, . . Commiss'ioner Thomas recommended staff come back with a plan to increase the
. well field yield from 4 mgd to 6 mgd. Mr. Baker indicated staff is already pursuing plans
to increase output. Commissioner Thomas also requested staff apply for a permit based
on'the City's current proficiency at distributing reclaimed water and not address plans to
transfer 3 mgd to Pinellas County. He recommended negotiating with Pinellas County
. regarding the 3 mgd of reclaimed water and coming back with the first step of a reclaimed
water plan. He suggested the City take a pro-active stand in creating a totally self
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with the proposition for a self contained water system. Commissioner Berfield questioned
if the Intergovernmental Coordination Effort would be a place to start regarding a regional
water effort. Mr. Burke agreed this would be a good starting point.
The Commission recessed from 2:53 to 3:06 p.m.
d) Stormwater Management/Clearwater Harbor Plan
The City's water quality support program includes water quality monitoring at a
cost of $156.000 by sampling. analysis and interpretation resulting in the identification of
problems and the initiation of solutions. Additional monitoring will identify successes and
failures and permit staff to initiate redirection where needed.
William Baker presented an aerial photo of Clearwater Harbor and stated the red
arrows indicate points of discharge from creeks and outfall lines draining an urbanized area
into the Harbor. He noted storm water pollution problems exist. The Department of
Environmental Protection (DEPl did not find the Harbor's water qualitY denigrated
sufficiently to permit the opening of Dunedin Pass. He indicated after the sampling station
reported a degradation of organisms living on the bottom near the Dunedin Causeway, the
DEP recommended moving it. He expressed concern regarding the trend toward
degradation of the Harbor.
Mr. Saker reported during the past couple of years, staff has gathered data through
its Wa~er Quality Monitoring Program. He identified ways to improve the water quality at
a cost of $2.171 million include: 1) education; 2) regulation; 3) storm system
maintenance; and 4) watershed planning. Identified Capital Project Development at a cost
of $3.573 million includes: 1) Water quality facilities: a) Allen's Creek environmental
enhancement project; b) Allen's Creek Maple Swamp restoration project; c) Cooper's Point
habitat restoration project; d) Edgewater Drive habitat restoration project; e) waterfront
project (Norman Bie); f) downtown lake; and g) others; 2) Stormwater R&R; and ~} Special
monitoring projects including the Clearwater Harbor monitoring p~oject.
Mr. Baker recommended money set aside for the Dunedin Pass project be directed
, to the Water Quality Monitoring Program of the Harbor and development of models to
compare probabilities. He stated the main focus of this presentation was to authorize
. application of Dunedin Pass funds to'the development of models that will demonstrate the
consequences of various projects.
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needed .for this recommendation. Mr. Baker stated it would be. Tom Miller, Assistant
'Engineering Director/Environmental, stated a five year plan addressing stormwater, water
quality, and habitat restoration should be completed by January, 1995. The two major
components for water quality monitoring include ambient monitoring at $47,000 annually
and analytical lab work at $109,000 annually for a yearly expense of $156,000.
Mr. Miller reported estimates to address source controls include: 1) $6,000 for
public education;' 2} $54,000 for regulation; 3) $1,575,000 for maintenance; and 4)
$536,000 for planning/engineering for a total annual cost of $2,171,000.
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will be addressed in the next couple of weeks. Mr. Miller reported the Storm water R&R is
not part of the five-year plan. The Del Oro Project will be financed by two separate funds.
No estimate has been made on costs to develop the Norman Bie property or Downtown
lakes. He reported $192,000 remains in the Dunedin Pass Project.
Commissioner Deegan questioned if all the storm water capital projects had been
approved by the City Commission. Mr. Miller indicated all were approved except for the
Mullet/Bishop Creek project. Commissioner Deegan questioned if expenses for source
controls were included in the budget. Mr. Miller said they were. Commissioner Deegan
pointed out nearly $2.25-million is included in the ongoing budget and more than $3.5-
million will be directed to this purpose in future capital projects.
Commissioner Thomas noted Harbor monitoring has not been approved. He
questioned how water quality monitoring differs from modeling. Mr. Baker stated some
sampling stations may need to be moved closer to create more accurate models later. Mr.
Miller indicated staff is not now monitoring Clearwater Harbor. Mr. Baker indicated data
would show the condition and health of the Harbor. Modeling will predict how physical
changes will affect water quality. Mr. Miller stated staff wishes to measure the quality
and quantity of fresh water discharging into the Harbor. He also noted the quality of
water entering the Harbor through the tide gate is not known. He indicated a need to
compare computer models of pollution and physical changes. Mayor Garvey clarified staff
was proposing to monitor and model.
Commissioner Deegan expressed concerns that testing a body of water the size of
Clearwater Harbor will be an uopen-ended, no-bottom bucket. II Unless staff identifies
specific objectives for a small monitoring project, testing opportunities are unlimited. He
expressed concerns the project could easily be expanded beyond staff's abilities and
available budgets. He indicated the City has plenty of identified projects this year and
recommended submitting this project next fiscal year. Mr. Baker felt it is in the City's best
interest to know if water quality is improving or deteriorating to establish a trend and
consider the ramifications of replacing part of Memorial Causeway.
Commissioner Deegan stated he had previously asked for information regarding the
feasibility of installing conduits under Memorial Causeway. He suggested studies of the
impact on water quality of building conduits or removing part of the Causeway would be
valid. Mr. Baker stated his proposal was to identify the general health of the water and
trends. He said modeling to determine the results of conduits would be part of a second
phase of monitoring~
Commissioner Deegan question if data gathered from the Clearwater Pass and
Dunedin Pass studies was being reviewed. He noted the State had found the water quality
not to be below the standard for Florida aquatic preserve waters. He suggested tieing
monitoring to a specific capital project so knowledge gained would have a purpose.
Mr. Miller pointed out the State is making it difficult to proceed with the planned
marina on Island Estates because the water does not meet State water quality standards
for copper and some trace metals. Other areas around Clearwater Harbor also have water
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why. He stated the City does not know the severity of the trend.
Commissioner Deegan recommended an alternate approach. He suggested the
incentive program discussed by the City Commission could be used for this purpose.
Money saved by department efficiencies leading to savings could be directed to projects
like this which a department wishes to pursue.
Commissioner Thomas said he would like a study to identify the ramification of
putting culverts or cuts under Memorial Causeway. The Mayor expressed concerns that
tunneling would alter the flow and effect spoil islands and southern tip beaches.
Commissioner Deegan agreed that was why a study was first needed. The Mayor
questioned if this proposed project was for monitoring or modeling.
Commissioner Thomas stated his belief that Memorial Causeway has caused the
degradation of the water quality of Clearwater Harbor. He requested a specific project be
proposed that identifies the costs and impact of opening the Memorial Causeway. Mr.
Baker stated that was what he tried to describe in his presentation. Commissioner
Thomas did not feel that was clear. Mr. Baker indicated a hydrodynamic computer model
program would identify the results of various tunneling patterns under the Causeway.
Commissioner Berfield stated information provided by Coastal Tech when they
completed the Dunedin Pass Project addresses many questions and using that research
could significantly reduce the City's cost to monitor the Harbor. She expressed concerns
that as the City has requested building a new bridge some of the modeling is premature.
The Mayor suggested this project be delayed until the bridge is about to be built.
Commissioner Berfield recommended money be directed at addressing runoff to
Improve the qu~lity of water emptying into the Harbor.
Commissioner Deegan requested staff come back with a specific agenda item that
spells out the scope of the project, planned steps for accomplishment, and estimated
costs. He suggested the $192,000 be held in reserve and apportioned for projects as they
are Identified.
Commissioner Thomas referred to the red arrows on the map and indicated it was
obvlou's the City needs a runoff treatment program. He said he has not seen solutions
presented by staff to solve this problem. He expressed enthusiasm about positioning the
Downtown Lakes project on the table. Mr. Miller stated staff is working hard to bring
forward the status of the quality of all fresh water runoff. The data is becoming available
and Mr. Miller Indicated the City is in pretty good shape. He stated the City wishes to
focus on solving the problems at their source.
Commissioner Fitzgerald suggested while the City is concentrating on this, they
, should look at pollutants from Clearwater Beach and Island Estates. Mr. Miller reported
staff is doing that. Commissioner Berfield suggested they also look at runoff into Tampa
Bay and pursue efforts to make it cleaner.
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pollution from one of the outfalls. He noted work on Stevenson's Creek has also improved
water quality from that outfall.
ITEM #6 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aaenda
David Campbell commended Community Outreach Manager Jim Lange for the
quality of cable broadcasts of City Commission meetings.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #7-22) - Approved as submitted less Items 14, 19, 20, and 21.
The following items require no formal public hearing and are subject to being approved in a
single motion. However, any City Commissioner or the City Manager may remove an item
from the Consent Agenda to allow discussion and voting on the item individually.
ITEM #7 - Extension of aoreement with BrYant. Miller and Olive. P.A., to serve as City'S
bond counsel until, a firm is selected & approved through the RFP process and to continue
on certaln matters until completion of such (FN)
ITEM #8 . Extension of contract with Coooers & Lybrand to perform insurance actuarial
services for the fiscal year ending 09/30/94, for a total fee not to exceed $10,000 (FN)
ITEM #9 - Extension of aoreement with Ravmond James and Associates to serve as City's
financial advisor until a firm is selected & approved through the RFP process and to
continue on certain matters until completion of such (FN)
'TEM #10- Extension of contract with Cooners & Lybrand to perform audit services for
the fiscal year ending 09/30/94, for a total fee not to exceed $90,000 (FN)
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ITEM #11 - Contract for desian/installation of an automatic sorinkler system at Fire Station
No. 49 located at 520 Sky Harbor Dr., to Suncoast Fire Sprinklers Co., Pinellas Park, FL,
"for ,$14,882 (GS)
ITEM #12 - Promotional License Aareement with Clearwater Mall Comoany allowing the
Information Management Department to conduct an EXPO for Florida City Government
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ITEM # 13 - Confirm co-soonsorship & waiver of City fees for soecial events approved in
1994/95 Operating Budget (Jazz Holiday, Fun N' Sun, Fourth of July, Family Holiday
Traditions' & Parade, Turkey Trot, North Greenwood Street Festival and Martin Luther King
Parade) at an estimated $126,150; authorize events to approve vendors (PR)
ITEM #14. See oaoe 16.
, )rEM U1 5'. Payment for emergency road repair on Missouri Avenue due to water line
break to R. E. Purcell, Odessa, FL, for $12,500 (PW)
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ITEM 1/16 - Purchase miscellaneous cast Iron meter/valve boxes. lids. etc., from Davis
Meter & Supply, Tampa, FL, for the period 10/21/94 -10/20/95, for an estimated $25,121
(PW)
ITEM 1/17 - Contract to construct a truck loading enclosure for the WPC Division to
Wharton-Smith, Lake Monroe, FL. for $78.000 (PW)
ITEM 1/18 - Contract for Jack Russell Stadium & North Greenwood Parking Lots to R. Cobb
Construction, Inc., Largo, FL, for $153,472 (EN)
ITEM #19 - See cage 17.
ITEM #20 - See cage 1 7 .
ITEM #21 - See cage 18.
ITEM #22 - Sanitary sewer Hen aQreement - 3137 San Mateo Street (OttavianoHCA)
. Commissioner Thomas moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted less
Items 14, 19, 20, and 21 and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #14 - Contract for construction of seating for the disabled at Jack Russell Stadium
to Oakhurst Construction Co., Inc., Clearwater, FL, for $125,650 (PR)
The Departments of Justice and Interior have notified the City regarding renovations
to Jack Russell Stadium required to make it accessible for persons with disabilities. Each
of the three largest renovations, seating~ accessible ramps, and parking facilities, will be
addressed under separate agenda items to the City Commission.
To provide the appropriate number of seats for the disabled, 610 seats will need to
be removed from the top two rows in the box seat sections. The walkway will be
widened and 259 regular seats will be reinstalled along with 69 spaces for the disabled.
Total project costs include $28,000 to raise the second row of seats for proper site line
.viewing. Upon project completion, the stadium will have approximately 6,889 seats for a
net loss of 282 seats. '
, The Mayor indicated she requested this item be pulled to inform the public
, regarding the loss of 282 seats at Jack Russell Stadium to provide access to the disabled.
She pointed out Clearwater has taken a positive approach to bring City facilities into
compliance. The City Manager noted the construction of ramps will be presented in a
separate agenda item. Art Kader, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation, reported
Camp, Dresser, and McKee, Inc. (COM) is working on the specifications for inside ramps
and the RFP should ,go out to bid next week. He hoped the renovations would be
completed in time for Spring Training. The,Mayor questioned if a chair lift had been
considered. Mr. Kader said staff had reviewed that alternative. He reported the
Departments of Interior and Justice indicated the City's plans for ramps were acceptable.
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for the disabled at Jack Russell Stadium to Oakhurst Construction for $125,650. The
motl~n was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM # 19 - Contract for Harbor Drive Storm Dralnsae Renewal & Replacement
Improvements to MTM Contractors, Inc.. Pinellas Park, FL, for $104,952.50 (EN)
This storm drainage improvement project will greatly reduce house and property
flooding in the Avondale Subdivision.
Ms. Deptula requested the item be pulled because Ms. Lafferty has not signed
approval for an easement necessary for the project. Mr. Baker indicated the original line
was laid a long time ago and no easement was obtained.
Commissioner Thomas moved to continue this item. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #20 - Contract for House Service Relocation - Water Main Phases 11 & 12 to McGill
Plumbing, Inc., Largo, FL, for $728,460 (EN)
Of 16 bids solicited for this contract, one was received. The contract for Phases
11 and 12 of the Water Main Replacement Bond Issue Project is under construction by
Suncoast Excavating, Inc.
Under the water main installation contract, Suncoast Excavating, Inc. is responsible
for installing new service lines and meter boxes in the parkway. City Water crews are
responsible, for installing new meters in the boxes and the final connection to the existing
house service lines.
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Commissioner Deegan questioned how those affected by this project are being
informed. Mr. Baker reported staff goes door to door to affected residents advising them
of the project and a phone number to call for additional information.
Commissioner Deegan moved to approve the contract for house service relocation -
Water Main Phases 11 & 12 to McGill Plumbing for $728,460. The motion was duly
seconded.
Commissioner Thomas questioned why only one response was received from the
16.bids solicited: Ms. Deptula said seven gave reasons for not responding with a bid.
Commissioner Thomas questioned if this represented an abnormally high number of non
responses. Mr. Baker stated McGill Plumbing is often the low bidder due to their size.
Commissioner Berfield questioned if bids were automatically solicited from those
who did not respond in the past. Ms. Deptula indicated the lists are cleaned up from time
to time.
Upon the vote being taken, the motion carried unanimously.
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ITEM #21 M Aareement wtth Fort Wayne National Bank. Trustee of the Enolish. Banter.
Mitchell Foundation U/A providing for City's use of a parking lot owned by the Foundation
in exchange for the performance of maintenance (eM)
Property the English, Bonter, Mitchell Foundation UtA owns at the northeast corner
of Garden Avenue and Pierce Street is administered by the Peace Memorial Presbyterian
Church and was recently improved with the installation of 24 parking spaces.
To relieve itself of maintenance costs and responsibilities relative to the lot, the
church is willing to assign it to the Police Department in exchange for the City assuming all
maintenance costs and their retained limited use. The lot shall be available for City parking
at all times except when the Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church has exclusive use of the
entire property between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Sundays, and when the church
provides 24-hour notice to the Police Chief's office for any special church purpose. In
addition, the northeast parking space shall be reserved for the Peace Memorial Church bus.
The owner shall receive no consideration from the City other than the care and
maintenance of the leased property and the City shall receive no consideration from the
owner other than the described use of the lease property. The term of the lease is ten
, years and either party may terminate by providing 60 days written notice, except the
church may not terminate during any 1 8-month period following the date of any
resurfacing of the parking lot by the City.
Commissioner Berfield questioned if the City needs the additional parking. Ms.
Deptula indicated it does.
Commissioner Barfield moved to approve the agreement with Fort Wayne National
Bank, Trustee of the English, Bonter, Mitchell Foundation U/A providing for City's use of a
. parking lot owned by the Foundation in exchange for the performance of maintenance.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimol;Jsly.
OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
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: ITEM #23 ~ First Readina Ord. #5700-94 - requiring below ground installation charges for
3/4t1 and 1" backflow prevention devices when installed in conjunction with lawn meters
arid eliminating charges for above ground backflow prevention device installations with
covers (PW)
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Backflow prevention devices isolate water within the premises after it passes
through the mater and are required on water service connections, like lawn meters,
determined to be potentially hazardous to the public water supply.
The standard method of installation for a lawn meter and backflow preventer is
above ground. Below ground installation in a box and above ground installation with a
cover are customer options for additional fees. Most customers choose the least
expensive option, the standard above ground installation. Residential customers have
entered a large number of post-installation complaints regarding the aesthetics of this
Installation method.
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To alleviate future problems, Ordinance 1/5700-94 modifies and reauires the
standard installation methods for 3/4 inch and one inch backflow prevention devices whan
installed with a lawn meter to "below ground in a box" to guarantee that future residential
lawn meters and backflow prevention devices will be installed below ground. The
ordinance also eliminates ground installations with covers, an option never chosen, and
will enable the Water Division to quit stocking customized covers.
Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned if above ground devices already installed will
remain. Ms. Deptula stated plans are to leave them as they are. Commissioner Fitzgerald
questioned If the City has a stock of customized covers and what will happen to them.
'Ms. Deptula did not know how many covers are in stock. Commissioner Fitzgerald noted
the City will no longer offer above ground installations.
Commissioner Deegan recommended allowing residents the option of burying their
devices. Ms. Deptula indicated she would investigate establishing a program for that
option with an estimate of proposed costs.
Commissioner Berfield moved to approve requiring below ground installation
charges for 3/4" and 1" backflow prevention devices when installed in conjunction with
lawn meters and eliminating charges for above ground backflow prevention device
installations with covers. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance 1/5700-94 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Deegan moved to pass Ordinance 1/5700-94 on first reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
ltNaystl: None.
. . ITEM #24 - First Reading Ord. #5694-94 - creating Sec. 17.06 to require permits for
. fireworks displays, pyrotechnic special effect displays, and open fires, and establishing a
schedule of fees for such permits (FD) .
The manufacture, sale, and distribution of sparklers and fireworks are regulated by
Chapter 791 of the Florida Statutes which grants the City Commission power to adopt
rules and regulations for granting permits. The City's current Fire Prevention Code is
aligned with npamphlet 1 II from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). City
Code charges th~ Fire Department with issuing permits and monitoring all fireworks
displays.
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The number of applications for fireworks and pyrotechnic displays has increased.
The City currently absorbs all costs associated with permitting which takes approximately
3.05 hours for outdoor displays and 2.9 hours for indoor ones. The proposed $135 fee is
. based on these calculations. Monitoring costs Bre currently reimbursed by the applicant.
An open fire permit takes approximately one-half hour to process and the proposed
. fee Is $22.50.
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fireworks displays, pyrotechnic special effect displays, and open fires, and establishing a
schedule of fees for such permits. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
The Mayor questioned what was considered an open fire. Deputy City Manager
, r) Kathy Rice indicated this would include such things as bonfires and permitting is very
--' limited.
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The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
UAyes": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #26 - Eogineering Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc., Tampa, FL, for
the Memorial Causeway Bridge Replacement Feasibility Study, for $130,000 (eM)
On May 16, 1994, the City Commission approved the ranking of prospective
engineering consultants in which HDR, Inc. was ranked number one. Since then, staff has
, met and communicated with HDR and the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT)
(owners of the bridge) to define the scope of service to be performed and a fee schedule.
The study's objective is to provide the City with information necessary to decide on
the type, basic design and location of improvements necessary to construct a fixed span
bridge across the intracoastal waterway. The study will examine: 1) alternate corridors; 21
economic and social impacts; 3) typical cross-sections; 4} right-of-way requirements; 6)
environmental impacts, and 6} approximate costs of alternate suggestions. Several
presentations to the City Commission and public hearings to solicit public comment on the
proposed corridors and alternates will be part of the study that is scheduled for completion
,"within six months and will include all FOOT requirements.
The proposed fees are: 1) basic services allowances - $114,000; 2) field survey
allowance - $3,000; 3) geotechnical allowance - $3,000; and 4) out of pocket direct costs
:-Iump sum - $10,000 for a total of $130,000.
, ,The engineers and sub-consultants will be compensated for their actual work
. performed per the fee schedule listed in the contract. The total cost of the project might
be less than $130,000. Should the amount of work performed total more than $130,000,
, the consultant witt be due no more than $130,000.
Commissioner Thomas said he thought this study had been approved six months
earlier at a cost of $100;000. Mr. Baker explained from the inception of this project. the
study was estimated to cost $100,000 but the actual contract was negotiated for
$130;000.
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RFP, he thought $100,000 was a generous sum. Mr. Baker stated the $100,000 estimate
was provided by Post Buckley. Commissioner Deegan questioned from where the
additional $30,000 will come. The City Manager said the agenda item indicated $30,000
wiJJ come from a first quarter budget amendment for transfer of Downtown Transportation
Impact Fees and unappropriated retained earnings of the Special Development Fund.
Commissioner Deegan questioned the scope of services to be provided. He
recommended the agreement be worded in a way that sufficient study is done on each of
the throe possible corridors and their subordinate alternative configurations so when it
comes back, the PD&E study will only need to address one corridor. Bill Wadsworth.
Senior Vice President of HOR, stated their intent is to look at the three corridors and
review options within each corridor. He indicated HOR will be providing an opinion
regarding some water quality issues. Input from the City Commission will be gathered
throughout the study in a series of meetings. He stated the end result will include a
recommendation with all necessary back up data identifying the most feasible corridor. He
said the information will be beneficial to additional studies later addressed in the FOOT
process.
Commissioner Deegan questioned if the study will include a recommendation for the
type of bridge. Mr. Wadsworth stated it would. Commissioner Deegan referred to page
Aw6 and requested a note be made that the study also address the impact of a City
connection with high speed rail.
Commissioner Barfield moved to approve the engineering services agreement with
HDR Engineering for the Memorial Causeway Bridge Replacement Feasibility Study, for
$130,000. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
,ITEM #26 - Other Pending Matters
aJ Center Foundation Board of Trustees - 2 appointments (eLK)
Commissioner Deegan moved to appoint Joe Evich to the term ending 09/30/97.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Berfield moved to appoint Candace Gardner. Ms. Gardner's term will
end 09/30/96. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
iTEM #27 w First Reading Ordinances
a) Ord. #5701-94 - Amending Sec. 28.10 re newsracks and vending machines relating to
notice and enforcement
City Attorney stated this ordinance is to provide for pre- and post-removal notices
. and hearings regarding newsr8cks and vending machines.
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title only.
Commissioner Berfield noted when this issue was discussed before, she was
advised that case law indicated the City cannot prohibit newsracks from the right.of-way.
She felt this ruling permitted unfair competition. The City Attorney stated significant case
law on this, point permits this. Commissioner Berfield questioned if the issue has been
challenged on grounds of unfair competition. The City Attorney said she would check
that.
Commissioner Deegan questioned the definition of "reasonable time" and how
much time the City is expected to give for removal or relocation of newsracks. The City
Attorney indicated she would find out how much time Mr. Zimmet believes to be
~'reasonable, 11 as he drafted the ordinance. Commissioner Deegan indicated he attended
the Code Inspectors' training session and suggested a specific time frame should be
identified. Commissioner Deegan referred to Page 2, sub c, and part of sub f, and
questioned the definition of an "informal hearing." The City Attorney stated this hearing
before the City Manager would not have to follow rules of evidence. Commissioner
Deegan noted the only. option for those who lose a hearing is court and questioned if a
"forma!') hearing should be offered as an option. The City Attorney indicated it did not.
have to be. Commissioner Deegan referred to page 2, sub F, and questioned the wording
"imminent danger" and Itsafety hazard" versus "threat." He questioned if the City
Attorney was satisfied with this language. The City Attorney stated everything considered
to be a safety hazard could not be outlined. She indicated judgement is required and that
Is one reason hearings are held. Commissioner Deegan indicated he supported the
implementation of this ordinance if the City Attorney is satisfied with it.
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motion was duly seconded 'and upon roll call, the vote was:
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b) Ord. #6702-94 -, Amending Sec. 1.12 re general provisions relating to enforcement of
civil Infractions for repeat violators
, , The City Attorney presented Ordinance #5702-94 for first reading and read it by
. title only. Commissioner Thomas moved to pass Ordinance #5702-94 on first reading.
~he motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
!lAyes": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
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'ITEM #28 - Resolutions
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i}~~r>,"~'. .' . '.' ,The City Attorney 'presented Resolution #94-83 and read it by title only.
;;1~t}:':;',:: ',,' ,', Commissioner BerfieJd 'moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-83 and authorize the
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17, 18, 19 and 20 (Finlay)
The City Attorney presented Resolution #94.80 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Berfield moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-80 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Aves": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
b) Res. #94-81 - Demolition Lien - 120 N. Missouri Ave., Bassadena Subdivision, Block D,
Lot 52 and North 10.6 feet of Lot 51 (Hamlin)
, The City Attorney presented Resolution #94-81 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Fitzgerald moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-81 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
'IAyes": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
'~'Naysn: None.
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Lots 37 and 38 (Bradley)
The City Attor~ey presented Resolution 1/94-84 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Deegan moved to pass and adopt Resolution 1/94-84 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Ayes.': Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
f) Res. #94.85 - Demolition Lien - 1104 N. Garden Ave., Palm Bluff First Addition, South
~O feet of Lot 14 (City Housing Asst. Corp.)
The City Attorney presented Resolution #94-85 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Fitzgerald moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-85 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
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The City Attorney presented Resolution 1/94-86 and read it by title only.
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I1Ayest': Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
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The City Attorney presented Resolution #94-88 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Barfield moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-88 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Ayes": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
j) Res. #94-8~ - Demolition Lien - 1312 N. Garden Ave., Enghurst Addition to Clearwater,
East 8 feet of Lot 1 & West 54 feet of Lot 20 (lrle)
The City Attorney presented Resolution 1194-89 and read it by title only.
, Commissioner Deegan moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-89 and authorize the
appropriate' officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
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"Ayes": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan. Thomas and Garvey.
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,k) Res. #94-90 - Assessing the owners of property the costs of having mowed or
cleared the owners' lots
Tre ,City Attorney presented Resolution 1194-90 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Thomas moved to pass and adopt Resolution 1194~90 and authorize the
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"Ayes": Fitzgerald, Berfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
"Navs": None.
I) Res. #94..91,- 'Demolition Lien - 1165 LaSalle St., Greenwood Park No.2 Subdivision -
, Block F, Lots 1,2,3 .and 66 (Catia Estate)
',".' .' The City,Attorney presented Resolution #94-91 and read it by title only.
, . Commissioner Berfield moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-91 and authorize the
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The City Attorney presented Resolution #94-92 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Thomas moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-92 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
IIAyeslt: Fitzgerald, Barfield, Deegan, Thomas and Garvey.
"Naysll: None.
n) Res. #94~93 - Demolition Lien - 1444 San Juan Court. Boulevard Heights Subdivision.
Block H, Lot 2 (Smith)
The City Attorney presented Resolution #94-93 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Fitzgerald moved to pass and adopt Resolution #94-93 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
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Commissioner Deegan questioned the source of the funds to pay for the
demolitions. The. City Manager said she would report. Mayor Garvey questioned if the
. City had considered purchasing the lots. Ms. Rice reported Clearwater Neighborhood
. Housing Services (CNHS) has purchased several lots and stated she would advise them of
theiavailability.
(~,~~). ' Commissioner Thomas questioned when a lien is on a property, if the City can sue
.;:;-'.~,. to. collect. The City Attorney said that was correct. She said she will be looking at needs
F:~> . . to foreclose. Each property needs to be evaluated.
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,ITEM #30 - Cit"v Manager Verbal Reoorts
. '. The City Manager questioned if any Commissioners plan to attend the Florida
. . League of Cities conference scheduled in Orlando for November 17 & 18. 1994. No
Commissioner indicated an affirmative response.
. The City Manager reported information has been provided to the public regarding
the charter questions via utility bills, newspaper articles, and advertisements. The final
half page advertisement is scheduled to appear in the Tampa Tribune and St. Petersburg
'Times. . Details have been distributed to department heads and are available at libraries.
She questioned if there was anything else the Commission would liI(e her to do.
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Commissioner Deegan suggested citizens at the October 27, 1994, Town Meeting
may provide a good test of the effectiveness of the information campaign. Ms. Deptula
suggested they also can check at the November 2, 1994, meeting of Beach organizations
at the Civic Memorial Center.
ITEM #31 . Commission Discussion Items
a) Citizen request (David Campbell) rB peddlers, solicitors & canvassers
David Campbell stated the intent of the City Ordinance regarding peddlers, solicitors
and canvassers was for those who engaged in these activities to ba processed by the City
and issued an identification card to carry. He indicated few solicitors who knock on bis
door have identification cards. He reported he tells those without them to leave the
neighborhood. Mr. Campbell felt there is a gaping hole in the ordinance when van loads of
scraggly looking juveniles who have undergone no background checks can be dropped off
in neighborhoods to solicit sales for the Tampa Tribune. He said he questioned a Tribune
supervisor and was advised this type of marketing was the newspaper's privilege. He felt
Chapter 23 is unenforceable as written.
Mayor Garvey suggested the City Attorney review this matter. Mr. Campbell stated
when he spoke with the City Attorney, she answered all of his questions.
The Mayor questioned if the City can require those "soliciting" for a religion to first
register with the City. The City Attorney said no. The ordinance only involves those
selling something. She will look into trespass after warning. She suggested this request
addresses two issues with the Tampa Tribune: 1) selling something more than $25, and 2)
the age of solicitors.
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Commissioner Barfield ,questioned If d minor enters ones property and falls, who will
g,et sued. The City Attorney stated the law addresses those invited onto property.
Commissioner Thomas questioned if child labor laws were violated. The City
Manager stated those rules are not governed by City ordinance. The Mayor recommended
speaking to the Tribune.
, Commissioner Deegan had a procedural question regarding why this item was just
now on the agenda when Mr. Campbell's letter to the City Attorney's office is dated
August 26, 1994. He questioned if a citizen can initiate something. The Mayor suggested
the City Attorney should determine if that is appropriate. The City Attorney indicated until
. . she is told otherwise by the City Commission, she will get direction from the Commission
or a department before she works on an ordinance. She agreed this requdst should not
have been delayed;
b) Request by Robert Pecci re glass enclosed reading room at Countryside library
. The City Manager reported Mr. Pecci had withdrawn his request.
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disruptions due to the openness of the Countryside Library and that while Mr. Pecci had
withdrawn his request for a reading room he still requested something be done to control
the noise. The City Manager stated she would review this matter to assure the concerns
have been addressed.
ITEM #32 - Other Commi~sion Action
a) Future Goals/Compensation for City Manager
The City Manager stated at the last meeting. when her evaluation was discussed,
she indicated she wanted to discuss goals and incentives. Several of the City
Commissioners have requested a significant incentive program based on major
accomplishments that result in budget reductions. She noted a need to complete the
strategic planning process in order for an established goal not to be at odds with strategic
ptans.
Ms. Deptula recommended a three-pronged approach to reward departments able to
save money through good management, not by happenstance: 1) 25% of savings returns
to the department to use for technology improvements or other departmental benefit; 2)
65% returns to the citizens through a reduction in the budget; and 3) 10% is pooled for
equal distribution. to City employees. She did not recommend only rewarding employees of
specific departments as this could result in practices that ultimately harm other
departments. She felt this program would bolster employee team spirit and noted Citizens
would secure the bulk of the savings by a reduction in the bottom line. The Management
Team woutd be included in this program.
The City Manager requested her compensation be tied to her overall Performance
Evaluation next year and be adjusted 10% for UOutstanding," 6% for t1Highly Successfu1,"
and 3% for "Satisfactory. U She noted this is not a bonus program but clearly ties her pay
..to her. performance.
. Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned if every City employee would share in the pool
. equally.. Ms. Deptula said yes, from the City Manager to the newest employee.
Commissioner Thomas believed it unfair to reward all employees equally. He
recommended compensation be based on tenure with two-thirds of the points based on
seniority and one-third based on a salary's percentage of total payroll. Commissioner
. Deegan disagreed and noted seniority is already adequately compensated. The Mayor
. spoke in favor of Ms. Deptula's proposal.
Commissioner Deegan recommended establishing an employment cutoff date of at
. least the end of the year addressed by the evaluation. He felt the 65% can be credited to
. the citizens without reducing a department's future budget. He suggested citizens wou\d
benefit if it is put into retained earnings. The City Manager suggested it may be a timing
issl:le~ She reiterated savings must be ureal. II
Commissioner Deegan stated the hard part of implementing this program will be to
determine which savings arB due to happenstance or actions like hiring delays. He agreed
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innovative concepts. He recommended the City Manager be responsible for evaluating
what qualifies for this program. Commissioner Deegan stated he liked the idea and the
proportions proposed are proper. He reported the group incentive has been proven
effective in increasing motivation.
Ms. Deptula referred to her proposed 10% increase for an tlOutstandingtt
performance next year and noted non-SAMP employees have been able to earn 8%
increases automatically during their first five years of employment.
Commissioner Deegan questioned if Ms. Deptula recommended the same weight for
each area of the evaluation be used next year. The City Manager recommended lowering
"Managerial Behaviors" to 10% and increasing "Personal Development" to 20%.
Commissioner Thomas expressed confusion regarding distribution of the employee
bonus. Commissioner Deegan explained 10% of the savings would be divided equally
among the employees of all departments. He noted some departments do not have the
same opportunities to accomplish cost savings. Commissioner Fitzgerald requested Ms.
Deptula present her incentive recommendation in writing. The City Manager explained the
incentive program would be for the current fiscal year, calculated after September 30,
1995, and distributed to those employed as of that date. Commissioner Deegan
questioned if all employees would benefit. Ms. Rice indicated this recommendation will be
presented in writing. She noted seasonal employees and other issues need to be
addressed. Consensus for the City Manager to submit a written proposal on the incentive
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not decided on an adjustment to her current compensation. He felt Ms. Deptula deserves
a pay increase because her average rating is IIHigh\y Successful. II He said she has proven
she can do the job and recommended her base pay be adjusted upward. Commissioner
Thomas questioned Ms. Deptula's suggestion for the range of 10%, 6%, and 3%, and
recommended the equation include an 8% level. Ms. Deptula indicated this
recommendation was for next year's salary adjustment.
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,percent. The motIon was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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recommendation for her next year's salary adiustment because it skirts the bonus issue.
The Mayor indicated she opposed bonuses. Commissioner Fitzgerald expressed concern
that this equation not be automatically accepted each year. The Mayor suggested the
adjustment range can be decided each year. Commissioner Deegan noted each year the
Commission has the option to change the base or bonus or a combination of both. He
. indicated many local businesses now combine minimal increases to the base with larger
bonuses. He agreed this issue can be considered annually.
Commissioner Thomas questioned how Ms. Deptula's personal development plans
and City Manager goals related the next year's proposed base salary increases. Ms.
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four part evaluation.
Commissioner Deegan complimented the City Manager on her personal
development plan. He stated it was an excellent model and encouraged others to follow
it. He recommended a couple of amendments to the City Manager's goals.
Commissioner Deegan noted a change in the ratio of supervisors to employees was
approved in the budget. Ms. Deptula noted that figure should be corrected in the final
budget. She will recalculate that figure in her goals.
Commissioner Deegan referred to the goal regarding the development of a strategic
plan and recommended adding "before the start of the next budget cycle." Ms. Deptula
recommended a date of May 1, 1995.
Commissioner Deegan referred to the goal regarding completing the goals for FY
1994/95 and requested the measure be expressed as a percentage. Ms. Deptula
committed to 93%.
Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned the decision regarding the range of next year's
salary adjustments.
Consensus was to accept the City Manager's goals with the amendments.
Commissioner Deegan questioned the percentage increases r.ecommended for next
year's evaluation: 10% - "Outstanding, tt 6% - "Highly Successful, ,. and 3% w
"Successful." Commissioner Thomas and Mayor Garvey indicated they would agree on
.those percentages for one year. Commissioner Fitzgerald stated he had reservations and
would prefer to have an option regarding 'the percentages. Ms. Deptula indicated she
would state that in order to get an Outstanding rating, there would have to be unanimous
. agreement by the Commission.
Consensus of the Commission was to approve the recommended percentages with
the understanding an "Outstanding" would require unanimous agreement and these
percentages would only apply for one year.
The City Manager noted as Interim City Manager, the Commission allowed her to
buy back vacation' days she was unable to use. She indicated the same situation exists
this year. Commissioner Deegan suggested putting the time in a pool. Commissioner
Thomas recommended letting her carryover the vacation time to use as that is the
. purpose of vacation time.
Consensus to permit City Manager to carryover vacation days as an one time
occurrence.
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form an one-way pair with Ft. Harrison and Myrtle. This item will be agendaed for
Thursday.
Commissioner Berfield requested Town Meeting invitations i"nclude an ending time
of 9:00 p.m. Commissioner Deegan stated plans were to begin the formal meeting with a
15-minute presentation. Commissioner Fitzgerald agreed. Commissioner Deegan
requested the next invitations include notification of the planned presentation. The City
Manager indicated the presentation will be directed to neighborhood concerns.
Commissioner Fitzoerald encouraged attendance at the Suncoast League of
Municipalities' seminar on Lobbying at USF-Tampa, 11/12/94 from 9:00 to 12:00 noon.
Commissioner Dee~l6n expressed concern that COM's contract had expired. Mr.
Baker stated it expired on October 1, 1994. The City Manager reported the process for a
new Engineer of Record has been started. Mr. Baker indicated the City would like to have
CDM complete the projects on which they are working. Commissioner Deegan felt it was
not fair to ask for someone to continue working after their contract has expired. The City
Manager indicated an interim contract will be presented for COM until the new Engineer is
appointed.
Commissioner Deeaan referred to a suggestion by a Budget Advisory Committee
(BAC) member that the Chamber of Commerce swap their building for the City Utilities
building. He noted the Chamber of Commerce may have to spend less on renovations of
the Utilities building. He questioned if the Commission was willing to consider this
suggestion. Mayor Garvey reported Mr. Woodham of the Chamber of Commerce had
requested information regarding why the City moved staff out of that building. She noted
the property may be needed for water retention.
Commissioner Deegan suggested there may be another location for a retention pond
needed due to the building of the Municipal Services complex. He questioned the
difference of the" Chamber of Commerce gutting their present building with gutting the
Utilities building. The Mayor noted if the Utilities building has asbestos, it may cost more
than renovating the Chamber of Commerce building.
Commissioner Deegan questioned if the Commission was interested in this
. . recommendation. He indicated he would support it if it works. Mayor Garvey agreed if it
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Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned if it would be an even swap with no strings
attached. Commissioner Thomas questioned the value of the Utilities building and
. property. Mr. Baker reported the property appraisal was $400,000 plus. The Mayor
questioned the value of the Chamber of Commerce's property. Commissioner Deegan said
it was approximately $385,000.
Commissioner Thomas noted a swap means a clear and free title. Commissioner
Deegan felt that was negotiable and he believed it was premature to set down rules on
this agreement. He stated he just wanted to know if the Commission was interested in
allowing the Chamber of Commerce to pursue this suggestion.
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Commissioner Deegan noted a bulletin from the Florida League of Cities contained a
recommendation to educate citizens regarding questions on November's ballot. He
suggested this recommendation be placed on an agenda to discuss.
Commissioner Deegan noted the City wrote a letter against Casinos and suggested
they do something to educate the public of their position. He pointed out if the
amendment passes, Pinellas County will get two casinos whether residents want them or
not. Crime will increase and the economic benefit is doubtful.
Mayor Garvey questioned why tourists would come to Florida to gamble if 24
states now allow it. She cited statistics that prove people in the immediate locale of a
casino lose jobs. Only the number of casino jobs increase. She felt it would hurt the
City's family oriented tourism. She suggested a press release could be issued.
Commissioner Berfield agreed Clearwater has always stressed its family orientation.
She reported the Suncoast has been officially designated by Disney World as a tourist
destination and expressed concerns casinos could have a negative effect on that
designation.
Mayor Garvey felt other issues on the ballot are as important. Commissioner
Thomas felt the only issue the Commission should take a stand on is gambling.
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Commissioner Fitzgerald noted the Constitutional Amendments are going to the
public and expressed concerns with the City Commission taking a position on any of them.
He stated that was for the voters to decide and residents are on both sides of this issue.
If the Commission takes a position, they would be suggesting how everybody should
think. At this point, he felt it was up to the people to decide. He opposed using public
.'.time and money to present one side of an issue. He said the Commission cannot take a
side on City Charter amendments.
Commis'sioner Deegan said the Commission needs to guide the public.
Commissioner Fitzgerald spoke against moralizing on a particular issue and questioned
spending government money when people support both sides of the issue. Commissioner
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legislation. Mayor Garvey suggested the Commission already had enough to do.
Commissioner Deegan noted a letter had already been written and suggested
making a press release of that. He suggested the Commission would be derelict in its duty
. .to protect the City if it does nothing. Commissioner Berfield agreed the Commission
would be doing nothing more than what newspaper editors do by advising the citizens of
the .commission's opinion. Commissioner Fitzgerald suggested everybody has a right to
make that decision.
Commissioner Thomas stated if there is not unanimity on this issue there should be
no vote. He indicated majority rules but felt with this type of issue unanimous support is
needed.
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Mavor Garvev expressed concerns the Downtown Development Board's (DDB)
bylaws were not amended. Commissioner Deegan indicated the DDB ordinance was
changed. The City Clerk reported the DDB changed their bylaws. Consensus was this is a
ODS issue.
Mayor Garvev questioned the status of the Magnolia Falls issue. Ms. Rice reported
a memorandum outlining alternatives will be issued.
Mavor Garvev questioned parking arrangements with Calvary Baptist Church and its
impact on employees. Mr. Baker reported every parking space across the street has been
numbered and assigned to employees. Ms. Rice reported Denise Wilson, Assistant to City
Manager/Office, will attend ticket writing school so the Police will not have to be called for'
enforcement.
ITEM #33 - Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 6:16 p.m.
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