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CITY COMMISSION WORK SESSION
December 3D, 1991
The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met at City Hall with the following
members present:
Rita Garvey
Sue Berfield
lee Regulski
William Nunamaker
Richard Fitzgerald
Also present were:
Michael J~ Wright
M. A. Galbraith, Jr.
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Mayor/Commissioner
Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.
No service pins were awarded.
Two revised Letters of A reement and su
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The City's natural gas supplier, FGT is planning to expand their pipeline
in 1994 (Phase III). This expansion will be accomplished by constructing an
additional pipeline down the West Coast of Florida. To justify this expansion,
FGT announced an "Open Season" to solicit requests for increased capacity in Firm
Sales and Firm Transportation Service Contracts from all wholesale users, such
as Clearwater Gas System, People's Gas, Tampa Electric and Florida Power
Corporation. The City elected to request an increase in its allocation for Firm
Sales ("G") and Firm Transportation Service (FTS) to provide natural gas for the
City's future growth in years 1995 and beyond. Originally, the City requested
both Firm Sales and FTS from FGT. The City submitted two requests as per their
requirements. The City was informed later by FGT that they would not be
providing Firm Sales ("G11 gas) Service to any of their customers. They stated
the City's Firm Sales Request would then become a FTS request and could not be
combined with the other one. Thereforel to ensure the City receives the original
allocation wanted, the City is submitting two agreements, instead of one, for
FTS.
Jim Lewin, Assistant Gas Superintendantl reviewed the conditions of the
original letters of agreement. He stated the attorney for Florida Municipal
Natural Gas Association, of which Clearwater is a member, has negotiated a new
agreement with additional rights for the City. The City Manager has signed these
changes contingent upon City Commission approval. He stated the new agreements
provide a maximum cost that FGT can charge in the future and provides better
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rights to the City for relinquishment of gas allotments when it is advantageous
for the City to do so. He stated there are also conditions under which the City
can break the agreement.
In response to a question, it was indicated approval of this will not
increase the commitments that the Commission has already approved and that this
is reserving capacity on the new pipeline.
In response to questions, it was indicated the City is currently using 70%
of the existing capacity. If it is found the City does not need capacity for a
certain month, the City can relinquish that capacity without any cost to the City
if someone claims that allotment.
A suggest ion was' made staff investigate the pass ibil ity of layi n9 gas
pipelines at the same time that reclaimed water lines are put in to save on
excavation and repair costs. This will be looked at.
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On two occasions, the City issued Invitations to Bid for the purchase of
16 pre-owned vehicles; on both occasions, no bids were received. In the past,
the City has purchased pre-leased vehicles and the vehicles have provided
excellent service at a lower cost.
The vehicles would be purchased at the Orlando (wholesale) Auto Auction
using the services and license of Al Davenport, Inc., the City1s authorized
auctioneer. The fee for this service includes a $200 per vehicle bidder1s fee
plus the cost of transporting the vehicles from the auction site to Clearwater.
John Stafford, Motor Pool Supervisor, stated the City has gone out for bid
in order to obtain pre-owned vehicles however, major motor companies are now
requiring that the rental companies sell the rented vehicles back to the motor
companies, therefore, no bids have been obtained.
A team will go to the auction in Orlando. The team will be made up of a
police officer, mechanic and city auctioneer. The vehicles to be purchased are
non-descript vehicles.
Concerns were expressed regarding the cost per unit and it was stated in
order to participate in the auction, there has to be a licensed dealer and Mr.
Davenport has the necessary license. If this program works, the City will look
into obtaining its own license for future purchases.
Request from Jack HouQhtelinQ to waive all citv charQes required for the Super
Bowl Super Run scheduled for 1/26/92 (PR)
The Super Bowl Super nun is scheduled for January 26, 1992, starting at the
City Hall Annex, crossing the causeway and finishing at the north side of the
Hal iday Inn Surfs ide. Mr. Jack Houghtel lng, Race Chairman, is requesting the
City co-sponsor the event which would involve the waiver of all City fees and
charges.
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Since Tampa will not be hosting the Super Bowl in 1992, as they did in
1991, staff recommends denial of Mr. Houghteling's request. This recommendation
is based on economic conditions and is not intended to cast a negative reflection
on the event which was quite successful last year.
The City Manager indicated the City is becoming more restrictive regarding
which events the City agrees to co-sponsor. It was indicated this event was co-
sponsored last year because the Super Bowl was in Tampa.
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The purpose of this Change Order #3 is to provide for the replacement of
the existing 18" corrugated metal storm pipe located along Palmetto Street.
between Stevenson Creek and Pinebrook Drive which is in very poor structural
condition. Horizontal and vertical misalignment and failing joints are causing
areas of settlement in the pavement along Palmetto Street. This pipe is adjacent
to the Palmetto Street Bridge replacement being constructed by Kimmins
Contracting and it would be efficient to have Kimmins replace the pipe as part
of the ongoing work. Replacement of the storm pipe at this time by Kimmins will
avoid an additional road closure of Palmetto Street as the existing line is
located in the center of the street. All necessary unit items to replace the
failing storm line are included in the current Stevenson Creek Improvements Phase
I contract with Kimmins Contracting Corporation.
In response to a question, it \"as indicated that due to the contractor
being on-site with the necessary equipment, this is an ideal time to include this
construction with this contract.
1991/92 Tennis Court ResurfacinQ ~ontract to Varsity Courts, Inc. , Lonowood. FL.
for $13,303 (PW) , ,
Each year the Parks and Recreation Department has a rotating schedule for
the resurfacing of Tennis Courts. The proposed courts in this contract are nine
courts at the McMullen Tennis Complex, 1000 Edenville Avenue.
It was questioned whether or not fees for participation are being looked
at. It was stated this was being done along with other things.
Concerns were expressed regarding the difficulty enforcing payment of non-
resident fees. Art Kader, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director, indicated
enforcement can be beefed up and fees will be increased.
Res. #92-2 and #92-3 - Pipeline Crossino AQreements with CSX Transportation, Inc.
(PW)
The Engineering Division is in the process of submitting construction plans
to the Pinellas County Health Department for the replacement of water mains in
Phase 8 of the Citywide banded replacement program. A portion of the work will
require the placement of two water mains beneath CSX railroad tracks. One
crossing is proposed at Chestnut Street and the other at Laura Street. These
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crossings are needed to replace existing 211 galvanized pipe and to maintain
proper circulation. The CSX railroad requires a Pipeline Crossing Agreement and
a Resolution by the City approving the agreement for each of the crossings. The
cost to the City for each agreement is $325.00 to meet the railroad requirements
of a Construction Risk Insurance Fee and a One-Time License Fee for a total of
$650.00. The City needs to have all of the required permits prior to
construction of the crossings. The City has already paid the Railroad $300 in
permit app 1 icat ion fees to prepare the in iti a 1 agreements. The tentative
schedule is to advertise Phase 8 for construction bids in January 1992.
In response to a question, it was indicated these are permitting costs and
a one-time license fee.
NeiQhborhood Advisorv Committee - 2 appointments (CLK)
A question was raised regarding whether or not Mr. Mitchell would be
considered in the North Greenwood category. Staff will research and report to
the Commission.
Beautification Committee - 2 appointments (eLK)
The Mayor pointed out the neighborhoods in which current board members
reside and asked the Commission consider this when making their nomination to
fill these vacancies.
Labor ManaQement Committee's LonQevitv Award ProQram (CM)
~~~ Many employees have expressed dissatisfaction with the current Service Pin
Award ProgT'am. It was felt that the pins lost their significance as a long time
employee collected 3 or 4 very similar looking pins.
The Labor Management Committee looked at this issue and recommends the
following Longevity Award Program: 5 years: Pin with City Seal, letter or
citation of appreciation (LCA) signed by all Commission members and the City
Manager; 10 years: Oesk or Wall Clock with City Seal, LCA; 15 years: Plaque and
LCA; 20 years: Watch and LeA; 25 years: Proclamation day for employee. day off
with pay and dinner certificate of $100 for food only; 30 years: Choice or ring.
necklace or vacation package of a value up to $400; and 35 years or more:
Recommendations to be made by City Manager and City Commission.
Exact costs have not been determined as Commission approval of the program
is requested prior to specific items being chosen and quotes sought. It is
anticipated that in 1992 there will be 101 five year awards, 57 ten year. 56
fifteen year. 34 twenty year, 13 twenty-five year. and 2 thirty year awards.
Based on th is est imate. it is thought the program wi 11 cost approximate ly
$10.000. There is $5.890 available in the Human Resources Operating Budget for
employee recognition.
The first quarter budget review will provide the balance of funding for
this program from salary savings in the Human Resources Department.
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Mr. Wr i gh t i nd i ca ted th i s is one of the issues the Labor Management
Committee has looked at and this is their recommendation.
The Mayor indicated there is policy not to issue personal proclamations as
suggested by the Committee for the 25 year award. She presented an alternate
proposal of a card that thanks the employee for their services and declares it
as this employeels day in Clearwater. Commission consensus was to go with the
alternate proposal. The item will be revised and will be on the consent agenda.
It was indicated the Commission felt this was a good idea and the Commission was
pleased that the employees are making these recommendations.
Declaration of Surolus Property located at 1151 and 1153 TanQerine St.. Lots 8
& 9. 8lk D, Greenwood Park #2 Sub. to be donated to CHA for eventual use by CNHS
as a site for their house movinQ orOQram (PLD)
The City recently acquired, at no cost, two lots on Tangerine Street
through a tax foreclosure. These adjacent lots are 40' x 100' and are located
approximately 3001 west of Martin Luther King Avenue. Clearwater Neighborhood
Housing Services (CNHS) has requested the donation of these lots as a site to
move a house which has been donated to them. Funds to move the house, prepare
the slab and rehabilitate the house for sale will be drawn from the Homeownership
Revolving loan Fund established by the City. Proceeds from the sale will repay
the loan fund advance; any surplus funds will be used by CNHS for operating
expenses. In order to meet the requirements of the City Charter/ these lots must
be donated to Clearwater Housing Authority which has agreed to transfer them to
CNHS.
$ In response to a question/ it was indicated the lots by themselves are only
40 feet wide and they will be sold as a unit for the construction of one
building. It was requested the addresses be corrected to 1151 and 1153.
Declaration of Surplus Property located at 1760 Harbor Drive. part of Lots 2 &
3, Blk C. Avondale Sub.. to be offered for sale consistent with the City Charter
and procedures established in the Infill HousinQ Development ProQram (PLD)
This site is located at the corner of Harbor Drive and Washington Avenue
and is approximately 5400 square feet in size. The City acquired this site in
1977 as a gift. The property is currently vacant and has a heavy tree cover.
Staff recommends offering this site for sale for housing under the Infill
Housing Development Program. If it is chosen as a homesite, the City will be
paid the appraised value. An appraisal received in December, 1991 established
the value of this lot at $7/500. Revenues will accrue to the general fund.
There will be no costs to market this site.
In response to a question regarding why the proceeds would go into the
General Fund, it was indicated the property is held by the General Fund now and
would go back to that fund.
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A 1 coho 1 i c Beveraqe Separa t ion Var i ances for oropert v (I s 1 and Breeze Cafe & Gr ill )
located at 740 Gu1fview Blvd. S. , Bavside Shores, Blk C. Lots 1-10 (Kebort. AB92-
01 )(PLD)
The appl icant is requesting an alcohol ic beverage distance separation
variance of 200 feet from businesses with similar licenses and 210 feet'from a
residentially-zoned district. The Planning and Zoning Board granted the
applicant a conditional use for the on premise sale of alcoholic beverages on
November 5, 1991 subject to the following conditions: 1) The applicant shall
obtain variances to the separation requirements between alcoholic beverage
establishments and residential zones and between similarly licensed
establishments from the City Commissionj 2) The applicant shall obtain variances
from the Development Code Adjustment Board for minimum seating and minimum area
requirementsj 3) Sales of alcoholic beverages shall be restricted to sales for
on premise consumptionj 4) All permits and licenses be obtained within six months
of this public hearingj and 5) The sale of alcoholic beverages shall be
prohibited after 9:00 p.m., all days of the week.
On December 18, 1991 the Development Code Adjustment Board approved two
variances for the Island Breeze Cafe subject to the following conditions: 1)
Sales of alcoholic beverages shall be restricted to sales for on-premise
consumptioni 2) The sale of alcoholic beverages shall be prohibited after 9~OO
p.m. all days of the week; 3) All permits and licenses shall be obtained within
six months of this public hearing; and 4) Approval applies only to the current
owner of the establishment, Brian Shanahan.
1'''''''\ The applicant's establishment is located in the Bay Bazaar Shopping Center.
'-/ The Police Department has not indicated any objection to this establishment
serv i ng a 1 coho 1 i c beverages I nor have object ions been ra i sed by other city staff.
Information was distributed regarding the action taken by 'the Development
Code Adjustment Board to approve the variances with conditions. Information
regarding what had been in the establishment prior to this was requested.
Variance to Siqn Reaulations for property located at 2226 Druid Rd.. Sec. 18-29-
16. M&B 32.10 (BAHH Partnership, SV92-01)(PlD)
The applicant is requesting variances to permit an existing pole sign that
is too tall and too close to the property line and permit two existing property
address signs when only one is allowed.
Regarding the pole sign, the applicant has a 10.8 foot high pole sign as
his property identification sign. Staff review of the site reveals that a
reduction in this sign's height to the maximum allowable height in this Limited
Office zoning district (six feet) would partially obstruct the visibility of the
sign due to the landscaping in the area. The surface area of the sign meets the
maximum allowable sign area requirement (24 sq.ft.). The sign encroaches on the
required five foot setback from the west and north property 1 ines. The
positioning of the sign is dictated by the parking lot and tree line along the
road. The sign.s location does not cause any visibility problem for drivers
entering or leaving either the applicant's property or the bank parking lot
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adjacent to the applicant1s property. The proposed Countywide Sign Regulations
allow pole signs up to 12 feet in height for office land use. The City Sign
Regulations permit pole signs to be at least 20 feet high in all districts other
than residential and Limited Office districts.
Regarding the two existing property address signs, the applicant has a
group of business identification signs, one for each occupant, on the west side
of his building. These individual signs are 2.5 sq.ft. The applicant has placed
a single address sign of approximately 1.25 sq.ft. over these individual signs.
This sign and the street numbers on the pole sign give the property a total of
two street address s;gns. The total surface area of these two signs is less than
the allowable 8 sq.ft. for a single sign. The applicant requests a variance in
order to retain both address signs. Staff finds that the wall address sign does
help to identify the building and assist individuals who have entered onto the
premises to identify the offices.
A question was raised regarding whether or not, if approved, the variance
would go beyond the October 1992 amortization period. It was indicated that
unless there is a condition which would not allow it to go beyond that point, it
would do so. It was requested a statement be added to this item and future sign
variances that clearly indicates that the variance would continue past the
October 1992 amortization period.
Variance to SiQn ReQulations for property located at 26210-26256 US19N, The
VillaQe at Countryside Parcel 4 Replat, Lot 3 less that part taken for road
(Countryside Associates Limited, SV92-02)(PLD)
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permit a 280 sq.ft. property identification sign; 2) to permit a pole sign
instead of a ground sign where such is allowed on basis of street frontage
greater than 500 feet; and 3) of 121-4" to permit a 361-4" high pole sign.
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A variance was granted to the property in 1986 to permit a pole sign with
168 sq.ft. in area and a height of 30 feet. This variance expires on October 13,
1992 according to a condition established for the variance. The applicant states
that the existing pole sign is 36 feet 4 inches in height. He intends to keep
the existing vertical portion of his sign, and enlarge the two existing message
boards from 6 feet by 16 feet each to 7 feet by 20 feet each.
The applicant is requesting the variance of 124 sq.ft. to permit a pole
sign with 280 sq.ft. The maximum size pole sign permitted for property
identification in the Sign Regulations is 192 sq.ft. for an establishment with
200,000 sq.ft. of gross leasable floor area (the app~icant has 104,600 sq.ft. of
such floor area). The proposed Countywide Sign Regulations permit a maximum
surface area for freestanding signs of 150 sq.ft. for Highway Commercial areas.
The applicant has provided no unusual or compelling circumstances to
justify his request for an increase in height and/or surface area. The property
is similar to others along US19 and sta~f could not find any justification for
the requested variances for this sign.
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The applicant is also requesting an additional pole sign in lieu of a
ground sign which he is authorized due to having more than 500 feet of frontage
on US19. The maximum size permitted for this authorized ground sign is 24
sq.ft., which is the surface area requested for the substitute pole sign. This
sign would be placed at the south entrance to the shopping center to advise
drivers that they can enter the center at that location. The applicant contends
that a pole sign will be more visible, and provide better notice of this
alternate entrance. There is an existing pole sign for Casa Gallardo which would
be approximate ly 100 feet south of the proposed second pole sign for the
applicant.
A second pole sign will contribute to the proliferation of such signs in
the area. The City's Sign Regulations require 150 feet separation between pole
signs on the same parcel or between pole signs and ground signs. The proposed
Countywide Regulations require a spacing of 300 feet between such signs.
Although these are regulations for a single property, it is felt they provide an
appropriate guideline for variances. The code does permit the applicant a Qround
sign, which could be placed up to five feet from his property line, or about 70
feet from the Casa Gallardo pole sign. As the restriction for additional signs
due to large frontages suggest. ground signs are considered less obtrusive than
pole signs. The desire of the applicant to delineate a second entrance to his
property is not unique. No campell ing reason for the sub':ititution has been
offered.
Scott Shuford, Code Development Administrator, submitted information which
has been submitted by the applicant regarding the proposed access to Village at
~~~ Countryside in conjunction with the overpass to be constructed at Countryside
~t~~ Boulevard and US19. He stated based upon other information, there is a need to
change the recommendation and this will done prior to Thursday. (It was later
found that the current information is correct and the recommendation did not have
to be changed) It was indicated the design for the overpass at Enterprise Road
will be known prior to the expiration of the amortization period in October,
1992, at which time signs in this area can be considered as a whole.
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dormitories and
The Code of Ordinances currently adopts the 1979 Standard Housing Code,
which is not the most recent edition. The proposed ordinance would amend the
Code to adopt the most recent edition, the 1991 Standard Housing Code. In
addition, the ordinance proposes to apply the provisions of Section 308 of the
Standard Housing Code to hotels, motels, dormitories and lodging houses.
A question was raised regarding the impact of these changes on older homes
if installing smoke alarms and sealed crawl spaces are required. It was
indicated it was felt that skirting around the bottom of the house would be
necessary to keep vermin from under houses with crawl spaces and also to improve
energy efficiency. There was some concern regarding fully understanding the
impact of this and it was suggested the item be continued two weeks for more
information.
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Information was also requested on when apartments become rooming houses in
conjunction with how long they can be rented and the possibi 1 ity of over~
crowding. It was the consensus to continue this item for two weeks.
Preliminar Site Plan for Wal~Mart contract urchaser located on the NW corner
of NE Coachman and US19 (Principle Mutual Life Ins.) PLD)
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.. the contract purchaser, is requesting Preliminary
Site Plan approval for the redevelopment of the existing Loehmann's Plaza
Shopping Center.
The existing Loehmann's Plaza is 195,500 square feet of bui1ding area. The
proposed Wal-Mart building is 121,079 square feet in Phase I and an additional
30,000 square feet in Phase II.
A conditional use approval ;s required for the garden shop/outdoor sales
area. The site has been determined to be vested and meet the criteria of the
concurrency requirements for traffic.
Concerns were expressed regarding staff I s current propos a 1 to a 11 ow the two
existing accesses on NE Coachman Road to remain. It was indicated this was due
to an agreement between two of the property owners and the need for access to Lot
4.
Concerns were expressed this was a problem between the two owners and not
one the Commission should get involved in.
i~ Concerns were expressed that the Commi ss i on had a 1 ready given approva 1 for
the two accesses at its meeting of December 19, 1991. This will be researched.
Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment to Planned Residential Development and RPD
ZoninQ: and receipt of site plan for Island in the Sun Mobile Home Park, part of
the NW 14 of Sec. 17-29~16 41 acres m.o.l. (Kennedy/Roberts A91-14, LUP9!-
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The Petition for Annexation is accompanied by requests for a Land Use Plan
Amendment to Medium Density and a Zoning Atlas Amendment to Planned Residential
Development for Island in the Sun Mobile Home Park located at the southeast
corner of Drew Street and Hampton Road, containing 41 acres more or less. This
parcel is included in an agreement between the property owners and the City
executed on July 14, 1989; said agreement also covers 57 acres north of Drew
Street owned by applicants which has previously been annexed into the City.
The parcel has been developed in accordance with a site plan approved by
Pinellas County. The development restrictions placed upon the applicant1s
property include less restrictive setbacks and minimum lot areas than permitted
by the City's RMH zoning district. The site is fully developed.
Staff recommends the applicant1s parcel be zoned as Planned Residential
Development with the City accepting the' approved County site plan as the
development plan for the parcel.
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It is pass i b le that an area in the northeast part of the app 1icant IS
property should be zoned as ALII. This land is presently designated as Detention
Area 4 on the approved County site plan. At the time the applicant1s application
is reviewed by the Planning and Development Board, staff will have a
recommendation concerning the appropriateness of zoning this area as ALII versus
just retaining its designation as a detention area on the site plan. The results
'of that hearing, and the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Board will
be available to the Commission prior to the first reading of the ordinances on
this matter.
Scott Shuford distributed information regarding the differences between
normal mobile home park zoning and the proposed residential planned development
zoning for Island in the Sun Mobile Home Park.
It was stated this annexation is the result of a sewer annexation
agreement, a copy of which is attached to the agenda item which outlines what
will be paid regarding sewer impact fees, open space, etc.
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The City has contracted with the E.E.D.C. since 1981 to process employment
discrimination charges filed in upper Pinellas County. The current contract for
FY92 ;s in the amount of $60,694 which will reimburse the City through the Office
of Community Relations for processing 131 dual filed employment discrimination
charges and 7 intakes of non-local jurisdictional intakes.
A question was raised regarding whether or not there would be additional
cases with the Americans with Disabilities Act coming on line. It was indicated
the agreement provides for quarterly reviews and for it to be modified if needed.
ITEM
A question was raised regarding whether or not the Commission wished to
address a memorandum from the Development Code Adjustment Board expressing
concerns regarding the cost for variances being too high. The City Manager
indicated a response to being prepared.
Drd. #5161-91 - Proposed Charter Amendment re 1 at i no to a llowab le uses of
municipal or other public property alono the bavfront area to be submitted to
voters on the 3/10/92 election
A concern was expressed that the intent of this Charter Amendment was to
a 11 ow the re locat ion of the tennis courts only and that by putting into the
ordinance city-owned recreation facilities may allow too much flexibility in
development on the bayfront.
Discussion ensued regarding whether or not there was a need to more tightly
define what would be allowed by this amendment and whether or not it should
address the tennis courts only.
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A suggestion was made that the Charter not be amended but rather that the
relocation of the tennis courts be placed before the voters. The City Clerk
indicated that if this is the desire, there would not be time to adopt an
ordinance in order to have this on the March la, 1992 ballot.
Consensus of the Commission was to have the City Attorney develop an
amendment which would limit the charter change to addressing the need to relocate
the tennis courts south of Cleveland Street.
Verbal Reports
The City Manager reported he is having the RFQ on the East End Project
revised and requested delaying discussion on this item until the end of January
or early February. Consensus of the Commission was to do so.
Other Commission Action
Commissioner Regulski questioned whether or not the City Attorney had heard
from the judge for the clarification in the Dimmitt flag suit. The City Attorney
indicated he had received no word and was expecting something at any time.
Commissioner Regu1ski also questioned the status of the Stowell suit. The
City Attorney reported he was waiting to receive a draft of an agreement in
writ iug from Mr. Stowe 11' s attorney. They have agreed to the agreement in
concept but it has not been formally reviewed. He stated the whole package will
come to the Commission at one time.
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The Mayor requested a explanation regarding a Notice of Claim. The City
Manager indicated this had .to do with a rehabilitation project at the Elliott's
household and has been a topic of major dispute.
Commissioner Berfield suggested that in the future when the Commission is
considering rate increases, a notice be sent out in the utility bills prior to
Commission discussion.
Commiss ioner Fitzgera ld questioned whether or not there was any more
information regarding the bingo business in Countryside Vi 11age. The City
Manager reported he is having it investigated and he hopes to have a report
shortly.
Commissioner Nunamaker complimented the City Manager regarding the process
that was being developed with the Gas Division. He stated the Commission was
being kept informed, the operation is improving and he also stated that the
activities in the field are improving as well.
The City Manager reported he has made an offer to an individual for the Gas
Manager position and hopes to hear from them this week.
Mayor Garvey questioned whether or not the Commission wished to consider
the NAACP I S request to co-sponsor the Mart i n Luther King March. It was the
consensus to schedule this as an agenda item.
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The Mayor questioned whether or not the Commi ss ion wished to address
concerns expressed by Russ Kimball of Sheraton Sand Key regarding tourists being
ticketed for speeding on Sand Key Bridge. Tourists are indicating they do not
see the signs. Discussion ensued regarding this with it being stated there are
42 signs, blinking lights and other means to notify individuals of the speed
limit on this bridge. No action was directed.
The Mayor requested the resolution from the Florida League of Cities
regarding local taxing authority be discussed in the future.
The Mayor questioned a memo sent to the Commission by Mike Wright authored
by Ream Wilson and Cyndie Goudeau regarding the Ethics Ordinance. The City
Manager indicated this is an item the Labor Management Committee is discussing
and they will be bringing back a variety of things that will require ordinance
changes in the future. '
The meeting adjourn~d at 10:25 a.m.
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