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09/05/1995 (2) . , . . . ~ " .. . . I' , I . . " ..' , . . ." , '. ~.. . II , . . \., " . ';, ! T'. ~ ;. ~;~~i:':', . ."c, ", '. . , " , " ';';. . o' .. I,. . \ . il: \~~.:. ~. . '1~~.~ I.. . l}~m:t~ifY!::~;::"'l,~Di~~il,l~r>'i~;'i;:' ,:~:'::- :'\;,:~:r(;:!~ u':';::l:':':'.:': >:i;j: ,,'; :'::. ,':7 ',:'; "~ . . J l :,.-' . ~.::: ,-,"',~:,~:'...:~:'.< :"'~':~'..>'. ,'. l'''~'. '. . .}. ,.' :,,:,. '.' .' - '.: .,: :-:.~ .:<.....~!l,.~.'<....yl..c....\'...n. 'i!~,\~..J..".~ '~ , . WORKSESSION . ; City Commission Work~ession :M;inutes ,0 , . , Date J- :L~O .-11.., '-I I j1t"J'".;C' , i cl '. ~;;i"';;;"<"""":' ' .~~~!:!?.':J:",' :'~',," ,,:,' " " . ",'. . ; \~t~:' .", ,~ .1 c. .1 CITY COMMISSION WORK SESSION September 5, 1995 The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met Tuesday, September 5, 1995, at City Hall with the following members present: , Rita Garvey Sue A. Berfield Fred A. Thomas J. B. Johnson William Justice Mayor ICommissioner Vice-Mayor ICommissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Also present: Elizabeth M. Deptula William C. Baker Kathy S. Rica Pamela K. Akin Cynthia E. Goudeau Patricia Sullivan City Manager Assistant City Manager Deputy City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Board Reporter The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. (;:J Jennie A. Keegan, Finance Department, was presented the September 1995 Employee of the Month award. The Commis~ion recessed from 9:02 to 9:38 a.m. to meet as the Community Redevelopment Agency and Trustees of the Employees Pension. FN FINANCE Public Hearing - Res. #95-69 - 8oorovina oublic imorovements benefitina oropertv in City's Soecial Assessment District No. 95-1, levvino soecial assessments for cost thereof on Drooertv in said district. confirming final assessment roll. & confirminQ Citv's intent to i$sue bonds to finance the oroiect On July 7, 1993, a ballot was submitted to Sand Key property owners asking if they favored underground utilities and were willing to pay a fair share of the assessed costs. 59.64% of the property owners responded. 72.09% of those responding favored the project. Based on this request, the City began planning to bury the power lines and replace the street lights on Gulf Boulevard on sand Key. The project's cost is estimated to be less than $1.4~million and will be allocated to non-government Sand Key property owners in proportion to the full assessed value of their properties as of January 1, 1994, regardless of exemptions. The benefit received by Sand Key property owners is in proportion to the assessed value of their property. Benefits include safety (no downed power lines) and the ability to receive electrical power during storms with high winds. , .....) mws09a.95 1 09/05/95 . , ',,' . ," .',' \ , '. ' " , '~<}~' ' I;.". , , ~ The January 1, 1994, assessed value was the most recent valuation available when the project had to proceed. Once the value date was selected. it had to be used for the project. The City proposes to issue bonds or obtain a loan to finance this project pending collection' of the special assessments. The estimated cost of the project is $1,098,000, approximately 80% of $1 A-million. The additional $302,000 will cover bond financing including issuance costs, capitalized interest and funding a debt service reserve. Once the assessment is approved, property owners will be able to prepay, prior to the issuance of the bonds, at 80% of their assessment amount. Others will be billed 100% of their assessment through the tax collector over 10 years at an interest rate of 1 % for administrative costs over the rate of the bonds. Once the project is complete, those who prepaid will be refunded the difference between their share of the actual project cost and the amount they prepaid. Once the bonds are paid in full, those who paid over time will be refunded the difference between the amount they paid and their share of the actual project and bond financing costs. AND Public Hearina - Res. #95~70 - setting forth City's intent to use the uniform ad valorem method of collection of a non-ad valorem assessment for Scecial Assessment District 95-1 <) Resolution 95-69 established Special Assessment District 95-1 to pay costs related to burying power lines along Gulf Boulevard on Sand Key. Section 197.3632. Florida Statutes, provides for the uniform ad valorem method of collection of a non-ad valorem special assessment. Under this method. the special assessment is biUed and collected through the County Tax Collector. This assessment involves 2,855 parcels. City staff determined the uniform method of collection is the most appropriate collection method for an assessment of this size. AND First Reading Ord. #5906-95 - croviding for issuance of not to exceed $1 AOO,OOO SDecial Assessment Bonds, Series 1995 to Day costs related to burying of cower lines & installation of street Iightina alona Gulf Blvd. on Sand Ke" This ordinance, prepared by bond counsel and reviewed by staff and the City's financial advisory, provides the ability to issue bonds necessary to pay costs related to burying power lines and installing street lighting along Gulf Boulevard on Sand Key. The City plans to file proceedings to validate these bonds and the related assessments through the courts prior to authorizing the project or issuing the bonds. These bonds will be repaid over 1 0 years as the special assessments are collected. A pledge of the Special Assessments will be used to secure payment of the principal and interest on the bonds. Following a validation hearing expected in late October, the City intends to give the affected property owners 30 days to prepay their assessment, less costs associated with issuing bonds. Following this period, financing for the uncollected .-..J mws09a.95 2 09/05/95 of ", r." " . . , ~ .,~," ~. fi:>-':' ' . ','l'.< ."'-"" cost will be obtained by the most economic method, probably through a bank loan or direct placement. In answer to a question, Finance Director Margaret Simmons Indicated the City had received 114 calls regarding this issue. Concern was expressed regarding the number of objections. Ms. Simmons reported the Sand Key Civic Association had come to the City in 1993 saying they wanted to bury their power lines. The City requested they hold an election regarding this proposition. The City helped with the mailing and 59% of the ballots were returned. She said 72% of the respondents voted in favor of the project. Concern was expressed that less than 50 % of Sand Key residents favored the project. It was noted all residents had the opportunity to respond. Ms. Simmons indicated two-thirds of the phone calls to the City questionod when to pay the assessment. etc. The City Attorney said no homeowner vote is required for an assessment. She said the vote was done to see if the project had support. It was noted this project was proposed by Sand Key residents and was not started by the City Commission. 1M INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Purchase of an Odetics Prophet II~P video plavback system from Odetics Broadcast, TamDa, FL, for $135,858; authorize lease purchase through City agreement (~"'.') '....,.(1' The City operates C-View 35. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Current equipment holds a maximum of 10 hours of programming on 5 two-hour tapes. Every month, staff requires between four and eight hours to edit each tape with new programs, public service announcements, etc. Scheduling is dictated by the system's capacity and time required to edit playback tapes. The proposed system uses a juke box style playback system with 88 hours of program capacity. The system would eliminate the manual editing requirements of the current system. It's expected useful life is estimated to be at least ten years. The system uses two BetaCam-SP player decks that use Beta Sunset Point Road tape, the current standard for a quality picture. Currently, quality Beta must be dubbed to a poorer quality S-VHS format for replay. The system's two Sony 8eta.SP record decks can double as an editing system and can record City Commission meetings uninterrupted. The Beta format will result in a better picture quality. Staff time saved will be used to produce programming. The current playback system will be transferred to the Fire Department for training over the institutional network. Complaints regarding fuzzy focus were noted. Community Outreach Manager Carrie Huntley said the cameras are auto focus and indicated they require a few seconds to refocus after subjects move. In answer to a question, Jeff Harper, Director of Information Management, said the use of better tape will result in a higher quality picture. . ......) mws09a.95 3 09/05/95 I . ,. ;r I .. . j , , . ....-'. '. ,~ . . '. ' . f '. I'.,' ~r: >:~ . ~ h~. -...... PR PARKS AND RECREATION Contract for Jack Russell Stadium conditionina I ~trengthe"ing build;"", storaae building, & for CarDenter Field maintenance buUdlnQ to Grosz - Stamoer Construction. Inc., for $184,276.25 In his October 4, 1994 letter, Bill Giles, Phillies President and CEO. requested the City construct a conditioning and strengthening building for PhUlies players and personnel. On February 27, 1995, the City Commission approved a new agreement between the City and the Phillies extending by one year the term for the Phillies spring training in Clearwater and agreeing to construct a conditioning and strengthening building for a maximum cost of $125,000. According to the bid tabulation, the building will cost $107,500. Funding for the Jack Russell Stadium storage building and a Carpenter Field maintenance building was approved in the third quarter amended budget for Fisc~1 Year (FY) 1993/94. The 400 square foot storage building will be located north of the outdoor batting tunnels at Jack Russell Stadium. The 1,352 square foot maintenance building will be located on the complex's north side. City maintenance employees and equipment will relocate to the building from the garage at the main clubhouse so the PhUlies can use that space for storage and offices. ('<fflI) ......~ Commissioner Berfield reported she had seen many advertisement signs in Veterans Stadium when she attended a recent Phillies game in Philadelphia. She suggested tying these requested improvements to the Phillies displaying a sign advertising Clearwater as their Spring training site during their home games. The City Manager agreed the Phillies should recognize Clearwater. It was suggested the sign would be excellent public relations for the City. ' Consensus was for Parks & Recreation Director Ream Wilson to talk to the Phillies regarding this proposal. EN ENGINEERING CCont'd from 08/17/95) Memorial Causeway Bridge Feasibilitv Study - accept report in order to set "groundwork" for project, direction requested to proceed ra funding source & future design study type Consensus was to schedule this presentation on Thursday night after the Bordner report and before public hearings. Renew existing contract for oarkinQ attendant services at Pier 60 & 2 S. Gulfview Darkina lots with Reoublic Parking Systems. Chattanooga. TN, for the period 10101/95 -09/30/96, for $260,610 Attendant parking began at the Pier 60 parking lot in April 1990 and in the South Gulfview lots in March 1993. On August 24, 1993, bids were received to provide parking attendant services at these three lots. The City awarded the contract to Republic Parking v mws09a.95 4 09/05/95 , ~ ' . , r " I .... ... . . . ". . ' . fj.::...'<~ l.l~l'. ~{l. . . -~...... Systems that has agreed to extend the contract for one year at the same rate. This is the second one. year renewal of the contract. In the past, the City received citizen complaints and concerns were expressed regarding procedural difficulties with attendants. Republic Parking System has performed responsively and addresses these issues as they occur. The onsite manager has taken proactive steps to resolve procedural problems instructed by staff. The level of service continues to improve and warrants staff recommendation for renewal. The City's income from these parking lots was questioned. The City Manager reported the City's annual net of $773,600 from these lots is greater than the City received wh~n parking meters were present. It was suggested signs be displayed near the Pier 60 lot directing traffic to the Gulfview lots. City Engineer Rich Baier said staff is reviewing various options including a variable message sign. Aoorove staff ran~ina of RFP resDondents with direction to negotiate a contract with Kimlev-Horn and Associates to studv beach oar kina & downtown issues (~) t~~~, Based on direction from the City Commission at the Beach Topics Summary Meeting, the City Engineer formed a staff Parking Feasibility Committee. Written and verbal rankings were based on: 1) technical ability; 2) fullness of resources; 3) experience and 4) prior parking needs/feasibility studies and availability. The four respondents were ranked: 1) Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.; 2) Wilbur Smith Associates; 3) Walker & Associates and 4l Rich and Associates, Inc. Although staff believes the City can perform a limited scope parking analysis, they recommend selecting a consultant because: 1) staff has limited time to devote solely to a project this large and important; 2) staff is familiar with Clearwater beach but lacks a comparative history of parking facility successes and failures in other beach/resort areas; 3) staff does not possess an algorithm or spread sheet model to analyze parking scenarios related to alternate beach redevelopment plans before the Commission; 4) A "third party" consultant can analyze data objectively and build consensus among interested parties; and 5) a third party will lend objectivity and validity to the study should a revenue or general obligation bond be sought. Staff recommends pursuing a contract to analyze parking on Clearwater beach and downtown. Staff will make available existing counts and data records. Staff does not recommend an exhaustive and all inclusive parking and multi-model analysis citywide as proposed in Phase 3 of the RFP, due to the high cost of such a project. The study also will focus on alternate modes of transportation between these two areas. The study cost shall be negotiated not to exceed $75,000 and shall be presented to the City Commission for approval. A first quarter amendment will be requested to transfer available funds from the unappropriated retained earnings from the parking fund. ~ mws09a.95 5 09/05/95 ~r1-' '.;I,.~. ," ()., '.. ~t,\,., . t\, . . i!.. ~. '- , It was questioned from where the $75,000 for the study would come. Mr. Baier said the funds would come from the unappropriated retained earnings from the parking fund. The City Manager said the City Commission would not obligate funds until staff comes back with a contract. The method of ranking was questioned. Mr. Baier said staff sent out a Request for Proposals (RFP) and his committee ranked the respondents. He said the City Commission is being asked to approve the ranking. It was questioned if the study should cost. less because the City can provide a great deal of data. Mr. Baier noted much of the data is antiquated and many more studies are needed. He indicated the top ranked firm, Kimley-Horn, has a great deal of experience working with beach communities. In answer to a question, he estimated the final study will be complete by early spring. Contract for Del Oro Storm Replacement - Phase I to Overstreet Paving Co.. Largo. FL, for $874,221. 75 This project proposes to replace the entire storm water collection system in the southeasterly portion of the DelOra Subdivision and Bayshore Park. The present storm system is generally deteriorated and causes settlements in the roads. The new storm collection system's larger capacity will reduce localized flooding problems. (H') 'W,M' The project includes construction of a stormwater treatment facility in the southerly portion of Bayshore Park that will be a standing water pond with an outlet into Tampa Bay. A parking lot and pedestrian walkways will be constructed in Bayshore Park. The City has used the consulting services of Wade-Trim and Associates to design all improvements in the park in coordination with the Del Oro Homeowners Association, Board of Directors. After the contract work is completed, the City's annual street resurfacing contract will provide full width street resurfacing. Roadway repair work must reach its final profile before asphaltic concrete resurfacing can be applied. Another project is being designed to replace the existing storm water system in the westerly portion of the DelOra Subdivision. Staff expects construction of Phase 2 will occur shortly after completion of Phase 1. Mr. Baier said Parks & Recreation will include other amenities in the Bayshore Park as funding is available. Mr. Baier indicated Phase 2 would address the remainder of the neighborhood. CP CENTRAL PERMITTING Receiot/Referral . LDCA to modify oarking restrictions in Beach Commercial districts (LDCA95-18) Clearwater beach businessperson, John Homer, noted recent modifications to parking requirements focused on only two of the City's three pedestrian-oriented zoning districts allowing changes of use for existing structures not to trigger added parking v mws09a.95 6 09/05/95 .I .t:~t ~~ ~ ~;,' . I~ downtown and eliminating parking requirements entirely in North Greenwood. He expressed concerns no similar modification occurred in the beach commercial district. To resolve this issue. staff prepared a Land Development Code that would exempt changes of use for existing buildings from City parking regulations to treat the Beach Commercial district like the downtown tUrban Center) districts. Shops along Mandalay, etc. would not be required to provide added parking when a use changes from retail to restaurant, for example. Mr. Homer and staff think this change will improve the commercial viability on non-retail uses in the beach commercial district. The proposed ordinance needs to be reviewed by the Planning & Zoning Board. It was suggested to delay this issue until the beach and downtown parking study is completed. It was recommended this issue not be delayed. It was noted this change, would only address current businesses. Mr. Baier indicated the beach and downtown parking study will not look at this issue. He said that could be requested but would effect the price. Staff was requested to advise Kimley-Horn regarding this issue. \.:''l)'' '.., Consensus was to proceed with the Scope of Services for the Poinsettia Avenue! East Shore Drive Redevelopment Area, Clearwater beach to include: 1) evaluate the market potential for developing mid-to-high range waterfront hotel accommodations with adjacent structured parking. Evaluate the market potential for accessory retail and restaurant facilities associated with the hotel site; 2) evaluate the market potential for developing new retaill restaurant! entertainment facilities for the redevelopment area as a whole and recommend the appropriate market mixture of facilities; 3) evaluate the market potential for developing outdoor commercial! recreational facilities; 4) evaluate the market potential for developing mid-to-high range waterfront residential units and recommend optimum development density within regulatory limits and market conditions; 5) evaluate the market potential for developing a commercial marina along the redevelopment area waterfront: 6l evaluate the market potential for a mixed-use development containing any or all of the above components within regulatory limits and market conditions and recommend the appropriate market mixtures of facilities; 7) evaluate the value added by the following proposed site amenities indicating the potential for private sector construction andlor funding of these amenities as part of the private sector implementation of the redevelopment plan: a) Civic Center relocation; b) landscaping and strsetscaping; c) harborwalk; d) Papaya Street Promenade (pedestrian mall); e) public waterfront park; f) Baymont Street walk; and g) public parking garage; and 8) estimate the potential range of increased ad valorem tax revenueS and other municipal tax revenues from the recommended development alternative(s). eM ADMINISTRATION Amendments to Harborview Center Construction Budaet - aoorove aporoDriations for comoletion of Harborview Center consistina of $560,000 for chanaes in work SCODe, $300.000 for comoletion of 3rd Floor Restaurant, and $300.000 for uograde in selected item Qualitv: for a total of $1 . 160,000 1,..J mws09a.95 7 09!05/95 ~ ' . I > ~, '. , ' . . ". .' ~ . . '.' ~~;i:~; 1.. ' ,.t"; ~. " .;. .~ , I Funding will be provided by a third quarter amendment appropriating $700,000 of the unappropriated retained earnings of the General Fund, and a loan from the Central Insurance Fund of $460,000 against future Penny for Pine lias Infrastructure tax , . collections. Interest at the cash pool rate will be payable annually out of the Penny 'for Pinallas collections. The Harborview Center Financial Overview is: 1) Phase I (Stein Mart) approved April 7, 1994 - $285,000 . Architect Fees, $160,605 - Contractor Fees, $2-million - Construction. Costs; 2) Change in Scope: a) Phase 1 A approved June 14, 1994 and b) full coverage of exterior) - $110,000 - Architect Fees, $157,000 - Contractor Fees, $825,000 and $400,000 - Construction Costs; 3) Phase 2: a) third floor completion; b) first floor completion; and c) elevator/escalator/entrance -$379,000 - Architect Fees, $390,000 - Contractor Fees, $4,227,000 - Construction Costs; 4) Column Removal - $12,000 - Architect Fees, $9,000 - Contractor Fees, $154,000 - Construction Costs; 5) Restaurant shell ~ first floor - $5,900 - Architect Fees, $4,200 - Contractor Fees, $70,500- Construction Costs; 6) Restaurant shell - third floor - $10,000 - Architect Fees, $7 ,000 ~ Contractor Fees, $119,000 - Construction Costs; 7) Establish catering kitchen - $20,000 - Architect Fees, $ 7,500 - Contractor Fees, $1 22,500 - Construction Costs; 8) Finish Restaurant - First floor - $15,000 - Architect Fees, $5,000 - Contractor Fees, $80,000 ~ Construction Costs; 9) Partial Furnishings, Fixtures and Equipping of Center - $196,890; 10) Parking lot improvements - $25,400; 11) Purchase of property - $1.9-million. Total to date (August 31, 1995) is: $836,900 - Architect Fees, $740,305 - Contractor Fees, $7,998,000 - Construction Costs; $2, 122,290 ~ Other Costs. () Further considerations for the Harborview Center include: 1) Finish third floor restaurant - $27,000 - Architect Fees, $30,000 - Contractor Fees, $243,000 - Construction Costs; 2) Scope change costs for additional escalator ~ $14,400 - Architect Fees, $8,000 - Contractor Fees, $137,600 - Construction Costs; 3) Scope change for additional 7,500 square feet - $17,500 - Architect Fees, $15,000 ~ Contractor Fees, $317,500 - Construction Costs; 4) Scope change for additional contingency - $4,500 - Architect Fees, $2,500 - Contractqr Fees, $43,000 - Construction Costs; 5) Possible upgrades - $15,000 - Architect Fees, $15,000 - Contractor Fees, $270,000 - Construction Costs; 6) Complete furniture, fixtures and equipment purchases - $299,516. Total further considerations are: $78,400 - Architect Fees, $70,500 - Contractor Fees, $1,011,100 - Construction Costs; $299,51 G - Other Costs. Assistant City Manager William Saker reviewed scope changes that included the completion of the third floor restaurant and possible upgrades. He said the Commission previously had approved the addition of one escalator at a cost of $160,000. He noted the restaurant space was smaller than planned which resulted in the need to finish an additional 7,500 square feet at a cost of $350,000. He requested a $50,000 contingency budget. Mr. Saker reported possible upgrades include: 1)$100,000 for a new telephone system; 2) $15,000 for an intrusion security allowance; 3) $50,000 for upgraded carpets; 4) $50,000 for upgraded wall finishes; 5) $18,000 for an independent air-conditioning system for the administration offices; 6) $2,000 for a marquee sign conduit stub-out for \....) mws09a.95 8 09/05/95 . ."..' '. . ' ~ . " '~.,'.' I '.' ~~:~ ;,.:.-: '; .:' ~i~:' . , ,.-.., I future location; 7) $10,5000 for computerized monitoring for the air.conditioning system; 8) $8,000 for two manual dock levelers at the loading dock; 9) $10,000 for parking deck upgrades; 10) $3,000 to refurbish and paid the existing trash compactor; 11) $3,500 to refurbish the existing elevator; 11) $15,000 for general contractor fees; and 12) $15,000 for architect/engineer/interior design fees. In answer to a Question, Mr. Baker indicated the life of the upgraded carpet would be extended from 3-5 years to 10 years. He said the cost of the project, including all upgrades and the cost of the land, will be $13.million, He said the Maas Brothers building was stripped to its footer and frame and replaced with essentially a new building. It was noted the building would have cost another $11.million to build from scratch. It was requested a final figure be reported so Clearwater's taxpayers know how much the project has cost them. Mr. Saker said this was a final request. Concern was expressed regarding the piecemeal way the project was built. Mr. Baker said the Harborview Center was built in sections on purpose. It was questioned if the final cost can be reduced. Mr. Baker indicated that was up to the Commission. Concern was expressed regarding the income the upgrades will produce. Mr. Baker said as people view the building, things such as nice finishes are strong selling points. It was noted a telephone system is necessary. (fl',.~ ~"'IL!.:J . ',~ . Mr. Baker said the project is completed and staff will not come back for more funding unless the City Commission proposes a scope change. It was questioned if the Center will have a changeable sign. Mr. Baker reported City code does not allow such B sign. It was felt proper signage is a critical component of the project. Global Facility Services (GFS) General Manager Mani Costa said if the message needs to change, the sign would need to be electronic. He estimated a sign would cost $80,000. He said GFS was wiJIing to purchase the sign if they could sell advertising on it. Commission members indicated they were not comfortable with that proposal. Mr. Baker said staff will research signage and develop a recommendation and estimate the cost for a sign. It was noted citizens need to be advised another cost change will occur to the Harborview budget in regard to the sign. Concern was expressed that the words II Harborview Center" were difficult to read during the day. Mr. Baker said the SteinMart sign is green and the architect chose to paint Harborview Center a different shade of white on the building face to avoid too many colors on the building. He said those letters can be painted in a contrasting color. It was suggested the architect pay to repaint the sign. Mr. Baker stated the $50,000 contingency budget would take care of that expense. The cost of in-kind services was questioned. Mr. Baker estimated those costs were less than $50,000. In reply to a concern, he said staff will not come back for additional funds. Architect Dean Rowe agreed. Concern was expressed that signage for the restaurants would add to many colors to the building. It was recommended the sign people develop ideas for a uniform look. \ J mws09a.95 9 09/05/95 ~)::-:;,;.,: .; /~ . Debbie Costello and Brian Hunt of Associated Space Design (ASD) presented carpet and wall finish samples. Mr. Hunt reviewed three schemes: 1) the original inexpensiva carpet; 2) a better carpet with a similar square design; and 3) a patterned carpet including rotated carpet squares of a solid contrasting color. Concern was expressed a solid color would show dirt. Mr. Rowe said the carpet color is customized and can be changed. He indicated available designs are standard. Concern was expressed the chosen color pattern would darken the interior. Mr. Hunt recommended painting the inside perimeter white and using a colored spray texture to emphasize the entrance points. He suggested a speckled finish for the walls instead of a using solid colors. A brighter color carpet was suggested. It was recommended the colors reflect a light and airy feel. The consensus was the suggested wall treatments are acceptable. It was recommended staff bring back another color scheme and blue was suggested. In response to a question, Mr. Hunt indicated the carpet cost between $23 and $25 a square yard. Mr. Rowe indicated padding is not installed beneath institutional carpet. Fiscal Year 1995/96 Harborvj~lw Center Budget l,.'H.,\ "~ The Harborview Center is designed to attract meetings, conventions, trade-shows and other social or business events to the City. The Harborview Center provides restaurants, catering, meeting rooms, retail stores and a banquet hall. Harborview Center staff also provide services to assist in plar:lning events. Conference center operations are managed by GFS under terms of a three-year contract with the City. In FY 1995/96, operating revenues are estimated to increase from $90,000 to $503,400 and other financing sources are anticipated to increase from $0 to $296,500. Total revenues and program expenditures are expected to total $796,500, up 785%. Revenues reflect $276,150 of rental income estimated for nine months of operation. The Harborview Center Fund in an enterprise fund established to account for all financial activities of the Harborview Center facility. Other financing sources reflect a loan from the consolidated cash pool to offset the operating deficit in the FY 1995/96 fiscal year. In 1995/96, operating expenditures are recognized for twelve months of operation although most operating revenues will be generated for a nine-month period or less. Total personnel wages for 11 positions are $369,507. The City Manager said the whole building has been set up as an enterprise fund. She noted the City will only collect six months of revenues from the restaurants and nine months of revenues from events next year and not all expenses will be covered. Mr. Costa said he had anticipated the Center would open in mid-December but noted a mid-January opening was planned. He said the restaurants will not open until late March or early April. He said bookings are dragging due to not knowing who will handle the catering. He indicated an RFP is going out for a mobile kitchen. v mws09a.95 10 09/05/95 8"r.f/ J'.;'3.,\>'. ~!(O :~:. .. . . . .'- . " ". , -...., An estimate of FY 1997/98 bookings was requested. Mr. Costa felt income will increase. He said the bottom line will depend on how GFS is able to hold down expenditures. He said the operation's first year is critical. He said an 18 month lead is needed to market meetings and conferences. A question was raised regarding how much revenue the facility would generate when it is fully booked. Mr. Costa estimated gross revenues would reach $1-million. The level of personnel wages was questioned. Mr. Costa indicated the wages were mid-range and not high. The City Manager noted the wages listed include all benefits. She noted GFS employs the Center's personnel. The City Manager indicated the budget does not assume any percentages from the restaurants and the figures presented are conservative. Concern was expressed that double insurance coverage not occur. The City Manager said it would not. FY 1995/96 Budget It was recommended the City Commission send a letter to Pinellas County regarding the City's displeasure at the County's action to discontinue occupational licenses and the negative consequences that action had on the City's budget. Consensus was for the Commissioners to sign a letter prepared by staff. c.....},\ ~~ Concern was expressed the language in the memorandum appears to indicate funds will be transferred because of a request made by the Parks & Recreation board. The City Manager reported the recommendation originated with staff, not the Parks & Recreation board. She said the language would be corrected. The City Manager reported funding for the downtown lake was not included in the budget that was released. She said the amended budget identifies the downtown lake as a $17~million project to be funded by bonds. She indicated a feasibility study is being done. Reauest to use Coachman Park for Winter Wonderland Community Holidav Activities The City Manager indicated this item was withdrawn from consideration at the request of the applicant. Pvrchase of furnishing & installation of office furniture & miscellaneous eauioment for Municioal Services Comolex to: Wilkerson Sassman. Inc.. Tamea. FL, for $1,013,674.79; Wagner Office Furniture, Inc., Tampa, FL, for $108,960.14; CDS, Inc., Orlando, FL, for $51,977.40; and Beaux-Arts Group, Inc., Tampa, FL, for $15,437, fora total of $1,190,049.33 and allow for an estimated contingency of $25,387.67 for shop drawings and modifications to fit building space upon installation On June 16, 1994, the City Commission approved the Municipal Services Complex Project budget that included a furniture element of $700,000 for the Municipal Services building and $500,000 for the Police Headquarters building and $10,059.11 for furniture 'J mws09a.95 11 09/05/95 la_ . ,".' ~'.' > . . , ;~ -,,, ~.~ ~\ -tr"~' > r"1f". . If,;;.'l: ":, ' II', ' :~ items budgeted in the construction budget. $89,000 for furniture funded separately for the Emergency Operations Center is in the General Fund budget. From the project's outset, it was determined the minimizBtion of required building area would be accomplished by incorporating an open-space office floor plan with modular, uniform, work-station furniture and with few individually enclosed offices. The buildings were designed and constructed with 226 open-space work stations and 27 enclosed offices in the Municipal Services building and with 131 open-space work stations and 38 enclosed offices in the Police Headquarters. To award these contracts, the City used the State contract pricing for qualified contractors of modular furniture and office equipment. State contract manufacturers of modular office furniture were invited to compete. A team of staff, an interior design consultant and a project architect visited typical installation of the four manufacturers whom best met the City's design and price considerations. Staff examined the in-use performance of the furniture in working sites where it was installed in the configuration required for the majority of City work stations and offices. The awards recommended are for the lowest cost that met the City's requirements for design and function. .LI"h..l-i-..~ 1..,<'!:l\.J Deputy City Manager Kathy Rice said staff reviewed prices available through the state contract, visited sites to view installations and chose the least expensive bid, She said a small contingency was needed to ensure that all the furniture was fitted properly. It was questioned if files, etc. from current offices could be used instead of purchasing new equipment. Ms. Rice said staff has tried to make the look of the new facilities as uniform as possible. She said some files wHl be painted and reused. Others will be purchased. She said standard trash cans will be purchased. She said new break room tables would be part of a uniform clean look. She said other agencies will be offered left over furniture from current offices. She indicated the Police Department will be moving some of their current furniture. It was suggested citizens could donate office furniture as patrons donated chairs to Ruth Eckerd Hall. Plaques could be attached to the furniture noting the contributor. A concern regarding possible conflicts of interest was raised. The majority did not want to pursue this idea. Beach Concession Stand Evaluation Procedure The City Manager said under the normal process, staff evaluates and ranks respondents to RFPs. At least one finance person participates in the ranking. She questioned how the City Commission wished to review the top ranked applicants. Consensus was for staff to bring forward the top five applications separately from the two City department applications. The City Manager indicated a special meeting would need to be scheduled to address this issue. It was noted the vendors currently on Pier 60 suggested they continue their services instead of building a concession stand. \ '....,.,.1 mws09a.95 12 09/05/95 . I ~ ' . . , . ('" I' . '.. .' . ~F?/';;,': /~ Consensus was to construct the concession stand instead of permitting the vendors to continue. Sandcastle on the Beach Jerome Katz, of Sand Blast t96, submitted a. proposal to the City requesting permission to construct the world's tallest sandcastle on Clearwater beach in September 1996. Following Mr. Katzts presentation to the Special Events Committee, the committee chose not to take a position regarding the project. The committee made 19 recommendations should the project be approved. City Engineer Rich Baier said the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) has indicated they cannot guarantee four lanes will be open on the Memorial Causeway during Fall 1996. FDOT has programmed a $2.2~million rehabilitation project The City Manager indicated Mr. Katz will make a presentation regarding this project on Thursday night. Mr. Baker distributed information regarding the proposed location for the sandcastle. Concern was expressed the project may affect nesting turtles. CLK CITY CLERK " Clearwater Housinc;l Authoritv - 2 appointments I,:) The Mayor said she nominated William Ethington to the Clearwater Housing Authority Board (CHA). The criteria and methods she used to chose the nominee were questioned. The Mayor indicated,several replies were received after applications were sent to public housing residents for an expression of interest. She said five applicants were interviewed. It was questioned why the City Commission should vote for the Mayor's nomination as many names are on the list. The Mayor noted only public housing residents qualify far nomination. She said she would forward Mr. Ethington's resume to Commission members. The Mayor indicated she will ask for a continuance of the other appointment. It was noted some members have served on the board for a long time. It was questioned if term limits could be established for this board. The City Attorney said the Commission is not required to reappoint positions and can establish term limits by not reappointing members. It was recommended that a policy be established. It was noted technical boards require the expertise of long serving members. The Commission recessed from 12:20 to 1 ;03 p.m. The Commission deviated from their schedule to address the Capital Improvement Program Budget at this time. Caoitallmprovement Proaram Budget <.-I mws09a.95 13 09/05/95 0t.f)(':"" (~ I District Parking Plan Economic Development Director Alan Ferri proposed funding to add 68 parking spaces in the North Greenwood and North Fort Harrison areas over five years to reduce business owners' parking requirements. The City would own and maintain the parking lots. Concern was expressed $230,000 is to be spent resulting in parking spaces costing $10,000 each when spaces in parking garages cost $4,500 each. Mr. Baier said the cost included the purchase of the land and stormwater retention. It was questioned if it would advantageous to acquire several lots and build a parking garage. Mr. Ferri said no tracks of land large enough for that project are available. He noted maintenance costs of parking garages are high. He said business in these areas has declined because of parking needs. He said by creating district parking, the demand for onsite parking would be reduced. It was noted recent Commission action relieved parking requirements in North Greenwood for existing businesses. In answer to a question, the City Manager indicated funding for this program would come from Penny for Plnellas, which expires in 2000. A concern was expressed that problems would be compounded as more substandard lot development will occur under this plan. Concern was expressed the City would reduce the tax base by taking over more ~;) land. Mr. Ferri said the tax revenues on these vacant lots are minimal. It was questioned if these funds could be used to acquire adjacent property for parking and eliminate substandard lots. Mr. Ferri said the plan would take away a disincentive associated with developing a lot in the area. Concern was expressed the estimated costs do not seem to reflect the currently low land prices in the area. It was questioned if increased business would offset t,he City.s cost. Mr. Ferri could not say. The City Manager suggested leaving in seed money and allowing staff to justify the purchase of an,y property. She said the total cost of each proposed project will be brought before the Commission. She suggested a loan program could be established to help people purchase property and eliminate substandard lots. Consensus was to provide the project with $100;000 to start. Stevenson.s Creek Mr. Baier indicated the gablon project is proceeding but staff is waiting for clarification from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). He said staff is working to resolve some permit issues. In answer to a question, he agreed the project is funded by Penny for Pinellas. Stormwater Quality '--J mws09a.95 14 09/05/95 '. , ,~ . ',,' " " . . ' - , . 4 .,' . . ~,:,;... ", .rJ~:.. " . .~. , "-., It was questioned why Penny for Pinellas funds are being used for Stevenson's Creek when stormwater funds are available. The City Manager said the Stevenson's Creek project was included in the original vote for the Penny for Pine lias funding. Downtown Lake The City Manager indicated $99,726 of the original $100,000 budgeted for this project has been used. She reported staff is adding $17-million to the budget for this project. She indicated she wanted to be clear this will be in the adopted budget and will meet the requirements for two public hearings. It was questioned if the report regarding the clay table will be completed before the final budget is approved. The City Manager said it will not, but will be complete prior to the bonds being issued. Public Works ~ Long Range Water The City Manager reported Post Buckley has been asked to do a study regarding the City's long range water needs. She expressed concern regarding the increase charged by Pine lias County and suggested questioning if the City should continue to be in the water business. It was noted Florida Power has proposed a desalination process and wants to go into the water business. .~..., <~> In answer to a question, Rich Baier said more than half of an area needs to agree they want reclaimed water. He said the Clearwater Beach Association has gathered signatures and indicated more than 50% of Island Estates' residents want reclaimed water. Residents who choose not to have reclaimed water will have to pay a fee if the pipes go by their property. Staff will bring an item forward in October regarding proposed rates. Mr. Baier said the City has applied to the Pinellas Anclote Basin Board for a grant. It was questioned if residents who do not usa reclaimed water will have to pay a monthly fee. The City Manager reviewed how other local cities charge for this service and indicated a level of charge has not been determined. Mr. Baier said the plan will affect SWFWMD and the Anclote Basin Board's decision. The City Manager suggested she may request the Commission outlaw additional wells and eliminate lawn meters. Mr. Baier said staff contemplates eventually providing reclaimed to the whole City except for the north end of Sand Key. The City Manager noted SWFWMD's goal is to reduce significantly the volume of water pumped. It was noted Pinellas County wants the waste water from the City's East Plant. The City Manager said the City had not agreed to give the County that water snd indicated no long term agreement would be acceptable. A referral was made to a suggestion to tie the distribution of wastewater to Pinellas County with the County's permission for the City to annex enclaves within the City's borders. The City Manager reiterated a long term . agreement with the County would not be acceptable. Morton Plant Pump Station J mws09a.95 15 09/05/95 , .. I , .. ',' . .~ '. " " . , . .., .' , ~~t1~;"\ : ;,li' '" . ( , --.., In answer to a question, Public Works Director Gardner Smith indicated Morton Plant is expanding their facility and plans to combine their pump station with the one on Jeffords Street. He said the City is building the station on land donated by Morton Plant. Gas System The City Manager estimated the gas plant remediation will cost $150,000 to start. She said staff does not have an estimate of the final cost. Solid Waste The City Manager indicated Solid Waste is skipping a year of container replacement because enough containers are on hand to get through the year. She said a new roll off container hauling vehicle has been included in the budget. Solid Waste Director Bob Brumback said the City is losing revenue because they cannot service rolloffs from large commercial stores with compactors. He estimated the container needed for the vehicle would cost between $2,000 and $4,000. The City Manager said the City wants to provide this new service. She indicated the container is included in the budget. In answer to a question, the City Attorney said staff is reviewing if the City can expand Solid Waste services to adjoining areas. Mr. Brumback reported the recycling grant won by the City is greater than anticipated. (~;.} Parl(s and Recreation Future pla'ns for the Memorial Civic Center were questioned. The City Manager said no funding has been appropriated to the project and no time schedule has been established. It was felt if the Civic Center remains in its current location, its facade should be upgraded to resemble the Marina building. The City Commission returned to the Work Session Agenda CA LEGAL DEPARTMENT Ord. #5741~95 ~ land Use Plan Amendment to Commercial General for prooertv located at 509 Bavview Ave. and 508 Meadow Lark lane, Town of Bay View a/k/a McMullen Bayview Sub., Blk 3, part of Lots 1 & 2, and S 1/2 of vacated street abutting N side of lots, 0.70 acres m.o.!. (R. Roy Meador, LUP93-43) AND Ord. #5742~95 - CPD ZoninQ for prooertv located at 509 Bavview Ave.. 508 Meadow Lark Lane. and 3009 Gulf to Bav Blvd., Town of Bay View a/k/a McMullen Bayview Sub., Blk 3, part of Lots 1 & 2 and Bayview City Sub., Lot A, and vacated street r-o~w between Lot A and Lots 1 & 2 of McMullen Bayview Sub., 1.02 acres m.o.!. (R. Roy Meador, Z93-54) .J mws09a.95 16 09/05/95 . . . . ' '. . . . . . , ' . , . , . ' 1'..'..'.'. H~:~: '. ' .~ , Commissioner Thomas requested these items be continued for thirty days. He said the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) has indicated the proposed new curb cuts on SR 60 cannot be installed without FOOT approval. Mr. Baier said staff is concerned the present cuts allow vehicles to stack on the sidewalk and into SR 60. He said FOOT has indicated they do not believe two driveways are needed. He said the issue is unresolved. The Commission recessed from 2:05 to 2:07 p.m. Mr. Baler said the applicant had not sent an application to FOOT at this time. He said staff would not recommend approval of a modified site plan. It was questioned if the process would need to begin again if FOOT denies the request. Central Permitting Manager Sandra Glatthorn said no. She said minor amendments can be approved administratively. Concern was expressed that without approval of the second reading, the applicant has no reason to go forward with obtaining permits. Mr. Baier felt if the applicant was serious, he would make application and indicate the issues that will be addressed through the site plan. It was questioned what would be accomplished by continuing this item. Commissioner Thomas said it was the privilege of any City Commissioner to continue an item. He wanted to direct the applicant to proceed with obtaining the permit through FOOT. Mr. Baier indicated 30 days would not be enough time for the applicant to obtain this permit. :,.jlJ", Ord. #5915-95 - Relating to Salar\' Increases for the Mayor and Commissioners: amending t~l~(!f Sec. 2.263 " ," The Mayor reported this issue needs to be continued to September 12. 1995 due to advertising requirements. City Manager Verbal Reports a) Proposed Meetinq with Advisorv Board Representatives The City Manager expressed concern advisory board members have indicated they do not have a clear understanding of board roles. She said she met with the staff liaisons and it was suggested it would be helpful for the City Commission to discuss the issues with advisory board members. She reported staff will notify the City Commission of positions boards have adopted. It was questioned if bringing one member from each board , to a meeting would solve anything. It was suggested these issues should be reviewed from time to time. The City Manager said this discussion would differ from the annual reports each board presents to the City Commission. She indicated board members are unclear regarding what the City Commission wants from them. It was suggested the City Commission meet with the boards on a monthly basis to interchange ideas. It was noted board members need to feel as if the City Commission knows what they.are doing and appreciates them. ~~ mws09a.95 17 09/05/95 ~. , ' . '. . . . k' . . I "". " iX~\~;;\'; " ::", ~t~~~~,.:.~ ~ ; . .-' . . ',~t ,~ -' Consensus was to start meeting with one board a montl1 beginning in April or May 1996 during Work Sessions when the Community Redevelopment Agency does not meet. As many board members as possible will be invited. The item will be scheduled first on the agenda and limited to 30 minutes. Manorove orotection \ The City Manager indicated the whole issue of mangroves probably will be readdressed by the legislature. She said the issue changes daily. Tom Miller. Assistant Director of Engineering/Environmental, is drafting a proposal to include in the Cityts legislative package. Strategic Planning The City Manager indicated Strategic Planning was planned for a weekend in November, however, there is a conflict. It was recommended to begin Strategic Planning when the new Commission is seated in April 1996. In answer to a question, the City Manager said the purpose of Strategic Planning is to assess where the City is, to define where the Commission wants the City to be and to determine the best way of reaching that point. She recommended scheduling an hour for the City Commission to state their philosophy regarding the City's operation. ';:J Consensus was to schedule this item during the September 18, 1995 Work Session. Florida Trend The City Manager reported Florida Trend has suggested Clearwater be their first focus city and has requested the City participate in sponsorship. She said the programs cost $25,000 and $35,000. Staff is excited about this opportunity. She said a presentation by Florida Trend can be scheduled. The magazine's primary readership is in Florida but it is distributed nationally. Consensus was to go forward with a $35,000 sponsorship. Clearwater Pass Bridoe toll collection The City Man~ger stated the date for closing the bridge is uncertain. She said the uncertainty makes it difficult to plan work schedules for toll both attendants. She recommended terminating the collection of tolls on the Clearwater Pass Bridge on September 30, 1995, at the latest. Consensus was to accept the City Manager's recommendation. Commission Discussion Items a) Spring Break Sports Challeno8 v mws09a.95 18 09/05/95 0\',"':'" ---. , . ... .~. It was noted the proposition sounded interesting until the $75,000 cost was realized. Consensus was not to pursue this proposal. b) Progosed Bench Shelters for Memorial Causeway In answer to question, the City Manager indicated the proposed bench shelters would be made of recycled plastic. She suggested citizens may want to donate them. Concern was expressed covered benches would block the view of causeway motorists. It was noted a roof would not provide much shade. The City Manager reported the Parks & Recreation Board Chair made this proposal. It was suggested the benches could be installed and roofs added later. The majority of the Commission agreed to install benches only. The City Manager reiterated this project may lend itself to citizen involvement. Donation plaques could be affixed to the benches. She said staff would send letters regarding this proposal to the tourism councils, etc. Clearwater Pass Bridge ProDosal \:.> The City Manager questioned if the City Commission wanted staff to pursue Glen Johnson's proposal to build the world's tallest lighthouse and retail development on the current Clearwater Pass Bridge. Mr. Baker said the City's repairs to the current bridge are temporary and noted the development would require parking. He reported Mr. Johnson had indicated he would attenuate all pr9blems. Concern was expressed the development faces too many hurdles. Consensus was not to pursue this suggestion. c) City ManaQer and City Attorney evaluations The City Manager referred to the procedure used for the Community Redevelopment Agency's Executive Director's evaluation and noted the process used last year to evaluate the City Manager position was more extensive. She said the City Attorney's evaluation has been handled in a manner similar to the City Manager's. It was felt last year's procedure was preferred. The City Manager indicated the procedure includes a self- evaluation, a meeting with each Commissioner and a verbal summary given by each Commissioner at a public meeting. Consensus was for the evaluations for the City Manager and City Attorney to be scheduled for October 5. 1995. The City Attorney questioned the preferred length for the document. The City Manager said she evaluates her performance based on each point in the Charter that '--.) mws09a.95 19 09/05/95 ~~:<'i.;~. . ~ I~. , ' "", relates to her position. It was suggested the City Attorney also consider the Hildebrandt report. d) Downtown Partnershio Roles tt was noted the Downtown Development Board (008) was not pleased with their proposed role and will discuss it on September 11 t 1995. It was pointed out the Chamber of Commerce also is working on some changes. It was questioned if the City agrees with its defined roles. It was indicated once all partners have defined their roles and responsibilities, the partnership can vote on the recommendations. A question was raised regarding the need tor a coordinator. It was felt this had to do with the relationship between the DDB and Chamber of Commerce and should be the responsibility of those two organizations. Consensus was to agree to the City's role. Other Commission Action Commissioner Johnson congratulated Information Management Director Jeff Harper for winning a Silver Circle Award in the 1995 Savvy Awards Competition from the City- County Communications & Marketing Association for the tourism video, uClearwater, Florida: One Great Place." ("<") .....'u.r.. Commissioner Johnson congratulated the Clearwater Housing Authority for scoring 98.21 out of possible 100 on HUD's Public Housing Management Assessment Program. Commissioner Johnson questioned if staff parking would be available when the Municipal Services complex is completed. Mr. Baker indicated adequate staff and citizen parking will be available once the parking garage is completed. Commissioner Johnson expressed concern regardi~g complaints he has received from retired City employees indicating Prudential has reduced the number of available physicians. The City Manager said staff would look into that. Commissioner Berfield questioned the status of the proposed incentive program. The City Manager indicated the savings in the program will be tallied at the end of the fiscal year. Commissioner Berfield referred to an affidavit distributed by the DDB and recommended the City not vote. She suggested the City designate they want to receive all notices. The City Manager said staff would copy all notices to the City Commission. The consensus was for the City not to vote in this process. Commissioner Barfield referred to a letter regarding the property at the corner of Montclair and Belcher and noted the City Commission already had agreed not to pursue that issue. The City Manager noted the deadline for the State's funding cycle was missed. ,...) mws09a.95 20 09/05/95 .t/.~>..<,:: " .., . . I.:': 1 ~ . \::~ . . " -r..... .' . ~:: , '. \?:' ,'; ." . : :ii\:::::;'.' . ~ ~.... . '::.:.:,,:...'.' ,'., :.,.::..~,..~,.i:.":,;.~.;.,:".;.. i. ,;,,<":..';' ,'.., ..;:< ...." ,.".. -'" .~.",..,.." ",' k\~-r~if{ Iln.~.~..~i!i~~~~l'.:J';.. t',.I1I,......J. 'l'w'~'.. ,I q",.} '<(I)" " : . '. I' ~, , t . .,'~ . ,,' ", ,- . ,.' I ~~li:\~~~,':~?,;;'(.\\i:!::r\~..:.t.::'{~:';r,~,,:::~:'(,,;,..'.:,.":'..~;;~,.. ':">-,'; :,J...,:.:-:. '.,'.,.,..'.;:..... ...,,, ,..,. " ,,-' >'. to, +/,~~' . '<, . ~. :.' ~ '" < <.li':': ,:' <;:.- '<'.' ,:',:):::4:;4,\~~)~ .. ,~ '. . . 't, I, ~. .: . I . . :3 Commissioner Thomas indicated he is working with the City Manager and City Attorney to develop language to address the new bridge on Memorial Causeway. He said he would distribute the document on Wednesday to address it on Thursday. Adjourn , ,; The meeting adjourned at 3:00 p.m. & ~ " . ! I . . : I , i I , ... ~ u mws09a.95 21 09/05/96