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',' I c, . i' 'r(c' u ~ CITY COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF CLEARWATER October 16, 1997 Present: Rita Garvey J. B. Johnson Robert Clark Ed Hooper Karen Seel Michael J. Roberto Kathy S. Rice Bob Keller Pamela K. Akin Scott Shuford Rich Baier Cynthia E. Goudeau Patricia O. Sullivan Mayor/Commissioner Vice-Mayor/Commissioner, Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner City Manager Deputy City Manager Assistant City Manager City Attorney Central Permitting Director Engineering Director City Clerk Board Reporter The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation was offered by Commissioner Johnson. The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance. To provide continuity for researchl items are in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in that o~der. 0' ITEM #3 - Service Awards Two service awards were presented to City employees. Jana Fine, Library Department, was presented the 1997 Employee of the Year award. ITEM #4 - Introductions and Awards Proclamations: Lupus Awareness Month - October 1997 Domestic Violence Awareness Month - October 1997 Week Without Violence - October 19 -25, 1997 Florida City Government Week - October 19 -25, 1997 Information Management Director Jeff Harper invited viewers to celebrate Florida City Government Week and attend the 1997 City Expo at Clearwater Mall on October 25, 1997. o mcc 1 Ob97 1 10/16/97 . ~ + ~ . . '. \':"<~I(~~ll .'.' . ' ' . ~,. ,. , : . ,~ .'.. ....' , w ' " . . "::"'::<"".:':'<':'t.~'(~I" ". ,'. ,.. ~ j . . . . I .. ': ,,~!;i,:\,,"\;;:}'<':,: C),:};:> ('+\r,:,~;~:.,,{' ).'". ;.~{(';h,:Y/';:,'~}{:'!;~,r).>:~;:!,;,:;(\"'::);:: ",: -- "P',' \.'" ." ',' ,,'. ""ll:.,."....".. .:.':,:l:~",...,...~,:, ,:,:,-b,:/~.,:, ,<:.:",,0,:,:::,:, :<,:":-",:':':' 'v', .....:. I' ~'. .:.~ :', ~.:4. '::"~' ::.::~" ",:. "/ '., '. ::' \::1.:,:; ~,:~. . .... ....:..<... '/:'../:';:.:: : . . . " ..- \ . . #u -........... .~"*"".~......,. ~;......-.' ... - \' . . ~ 't . .' .," . <. " .' . ; . . . . " , ",>:,:;},:~,' ~";"'i"~;~':;'(:":'\\~" '.>,~'< C;'.. ..' t~ ITEM #5 . Presentations a) Florida Natural Gas Association - 1997 Operating Person of the Year Award , The award was presented to Gas Supervisor Mike Deegan by Clearwater Gas System Managing Director Chuck Warrington. ITEM #6 - Approval of Minutes Commissioner Johnson moved t9 approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 2, 1997, and the two special meetings of October 6, 1997, as recorded and submitted in written summation by the City Clerk to each Commissioner. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ITEM #7 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aaenda - None. PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM #8 ~ Public Hearina & First Readino Ord. #6193.97 - Vacating easterly 2.5' of 5' utility easement lying along west side of Lot 14, Blk 60, Mandalay Sub. (Pfaelzer & Connor, V97~16)(EN) (~ To eliminate an encroachment, the applicant requests to vacate the easterly 2.5-feet of the 5-foot utility easement lying along the West side of Lot 14, Block 60, Mandalay Subdivision at 944 Mandalay Avenue. The house, built in 1940, encroaches 2.5.feet into the easement. Public utility do not object to the requested encroachment. City departments have no objections. Commissioner Clark moved to approve the applicants' request to vacate the easterly 2.5-feet of the 5-foot utility easement lying along the West side of Lot 14, Block 60, Mandalay Subdivision. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6193-97 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass Ordinance #6193-97 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. "Nays": None. ITEM #S' ~ Public Hearina & First Readino Ords. #6199~97 & #6200.97 - Annexation & RS~ 1 Zoning for property located at 2301 Campbell Rd., Sec. 6-29-16, M&B's 34.01 & 34.011 (Judith Coachman, Paul & Carolyn Young, A97.10) The applicant has requested a continuation. 0",'" I ' mcc10b97 2 10116/97 , . ';.,,\\,_' '.. \, .,: . '." .' ,. .'. . ....... .,.:... ':}:;"\".?,(~?~:~iH::',t!:,S'):,;':'{Y2\;\:,:'.'~j,;>!::i.,~'~;::~'f"x.f'//"::';~:1;,::,):",.(r:;;~::',:':)c:)~': ,,:" '" ,"<', r,."". I, '. ,'"J:,..,.'., .' '".:;;"',.,.,.. },.,;'.. ,,'" '7.:1 " ' ',' " " "',"" ." ,'.. " '''''',''''".. . ...... ".' ,.....,[,.. ..:.:,..~.,I.~I..'J.I. ,..,'...;. ...... .'..............'.l.r"...,.. ...., J.. ... "'.' ......~.,...,. ,', " i,', ~ . ~ 'd . I. . ~:<' .:,.. ~ ' , . ~ . ... . '" .:; ~ Commissioner Hooper moved to continue Item #9. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ITEM #10 - Public Hearina & First Readina Ords. #6201-97 & #6202-97 - Annexation & RS-8 Zoning for property located at 1487 Otten St., Terra Alto Subdivision Estates, Lot 2 (Brenda Evans, A97-11) .:..' The applicant has requested annexation and proposed zoning of Single-Family Residential "Eight" for 1487 Otten Street to obtain trash pickup. The applicant currently receives and is billed for City Water and Sewer services. There is no evidence the City ever approved the connection or any indication that former owners entered into an Agreement to Annex this property with the City. According to Utilities Department records, previous residents received City Water and Sewer services since 1988. The applicant began payment for these services on August 15, 1997. The Engineering Department will conduct further investigation at this site to determine if other buildings receive services without City approval. Staff will report to the City Commission when the investigation is complete. On October 7, 1997, the Planning & Zoning Board unanimously endorsed the request. ','", . ,'. ,'," Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the Petition for Annexation and Zoning Atlas Amendment to Single~Family Residential "Eight" (RS-B) for Lot 2, Terra Alto Subdivision. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. , , I:l :' (. " ;' C) The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6201 ~97 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass Ordinance #6201 ~97 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: -".:' .: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. :,<', :: ", " "Nays": None. .. " " ,:,<,' \". , The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6202-97 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass Ordinance #6202-97 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: ....,. ,.;, '" ,," ,::>1' .,- " "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. ".:.' '.,', "NaysU: None. )~":": ..... ITEM #11 - Public Hearina - Res. #97-67 - Designating a Brownfield Area within the City for purpose of environmental rehabilitation and economic development (eM) .~: "~, .... During the 1997 session, the Florida Legislature passed the i/Brownfields Redevelopment Act," defining Brownfields areas as contiguous to one or more brownfields sites, some of which may be contaminated, and which have been designated by local government. According to Section 376.80(1) Florida Statutes, a local government with jurisdiction must notify the department of its decision to designate a brownfields area for . " .' ~, .. " I. , :':1 -,' ::::.,'. l~ mcc10b97 3 10/16/97 " .; ,",I' I::. '-,.:. <"i'i;,~..;(,;,.:,\t\.;:,{ir':;"~i";:~',':;;~i";t{;r:0'~i};\',:'i,i,'t)t'":~;]~/;IIi]:i;.'~;;;.'i;l~:~( , .. . I ~ I ':," ,< ',":'< ~: ./:", ,~: .' ,,:,'~r::,;:.::~ ;":":'" ,;- ,;,,~\,..;': . ('. . I ~ i', '. .~~ . \. :,:.-. '. '.1 ',.' .~ ".: '/ P, .' r"'} the rehabilitation purposes of 55.376.77-376.84. The notification must include a resolution by the local government body. The proposed designation of this Brownfields area is intended to: 1) designate th~ Federal Brownfields Pilot Area as the State Brownfields Area; 2) provide a concentrated area for the assessment and remediation of contaminated sites; 3) provide an area eligible for Federal, State, and local incentives to stimulate redevelopment of contaminated sites: 4) provide incentives to stimulate job creation and employment opportunities for Brovvnfields area citizens; and 5) removed blighted areas. Commissioner Johnson moved to create a State designated Brownfields Area to stimulate environmental rehabilitation and economic development in the area also designated as the USEPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) 8rownfields Economic Redevelopment Initiative Pilot Area. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-57 and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-57 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. .,....A' ...~ttI "Nays": None. ITEM #12 - Public Hearinq & First Readinq Ord. #6204-97 - Creating Sees. 2.241-2.246 establishing a Brownfields Advisory Board, amending Sec. 2.063 to exempt certain members from residency requirements therein (eM) Florida Statutes Section 376.80(4) requires the City to establish an advisory committee to improve public participation and receive public comments on the rehabilitation and redevelopment of the Brownfields Area future land use, local employment opportunities, community safety, and environmental justice. The Clearwater Brownfields Advisory Board must review and provide recommendations to the City Commission regarding site rehabilitation agreements. The board shall consist of 9 members approved by the City Commission: 1) 3 residents within or adjacent to the Brownfields area; 2) 3 owners of businesses operating in subject area ~ City residency not required; and 3) 3 representatives of Federal or State agencies or local governments involved with Brownfields remediation processes in Pinellas County - City residency not required. This board also will implement the public participation elements outlined in the Federal Brownfields Economic Redevelopment Initiative Work Plan. Commissioner Johnson moved to establish a Clearwater Brownfields Advisory Board and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. v mcc 1 Ob97 4 10/16/97 .. ;;, '", .. ,~ The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6204-97 for first reading and read it by title only. Commission'er Seel moved to pa:;s Ordinance #6204-97 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. "Nays": None. The Mayor invited those interested in board participation contact the City. , <"..',' ITEM #13 - Public Hearino - determine vvhether a public nuisance exists on the followinq prooertv. 1970 Rainbow Drive (Viorel Caba)(CRT) './ .,.,', The City Attorney said at this Public Hearing, the City Commission is to determine if a public nuisance exists at 1 970 Rainbow Drive. She reviewed procedures for a quasi- judicial hearing. She reported Exhibit #1 is a package of documents related to this case, including the City Attorney's memorandum to the City Manager, a chronology of actions and inspections, Police Department reports, CRT (Community Response Team) and Central Permitting documents, memorandums, etc. ,/ ;!ll' 1.."J~.J Special Assistant to the City Manager Lieutenant Jeffrey Kronschnabl said problems with the subject property have a lengthy history. The property's distressed condition has caused neighborhood property values to depreciate. For more than 3 years, staff has tried working with the owner through education, persuasion, negotiation, etc. All efforts have failed and property violations and concerns continue, including sanitary odor, abandoned vehicles, and rubbish. ':... " ~. ." .~. ". ..'.,'. .: . .;. .~ " l ", Code Enforcement Inspector Janice King distributed photographs of the property (Exhibit #2). She said the property owner, Viorel Caba, has abused the system and delayed corrective actions through multiple appeals to the municipal court since she first posted the property in 1993 for inoperative vehicles. Some vehicles on the property currently are not tagged. She said photographs of the yard reveal a massive accumulation of junk, including washers, dryers, bicycles, furniture, exercise equipment, auto parts, mattresses, etc. The property has not had water service for almost 2 years nor sewer service since September 1996. Mr. Caba owes more than $6,000 in overdue fees to the Utility Department. Previous problems include the attempt to bypass the City's cap on the sewer pipe at the street. Ms. King reported a deep trench was dug on the subject property several feet from the property line, ostensibly to put in a plant. During that process, the sewer pipe was gashed and raw sewage spilled into the yard. She said the house is uninhabitable and the odor is intolerable. Ms. King reviewed the photographs in the exhibit. A large hole is evident in the screen enclosure around the swimming pool which is filled with dirty, untreated water. ';:/:.'. .......' . ., '.i',' "'::1 ...: ~! ~., '<':": :t;.; .... " , .. 1.1" , , ..... ,,: " ,,',' " , ". " .... The City Attorney stated Mr. Caba did not necessarily need $6,000 to reconnect her services. Under court order, Mr. Caba paid the City $400 and staff reconnected the water. Leaks were so severe that a month's worth of water was metered within minutes. Staff disconnected the water. After he repairs his pipes, Mr. Caba can return to the Bankruptcy . ~ ~ . ~', ~ ; , " " . I ~ , " , , I:.: o mcc 1 Ob97 5 10/16/97 (>.1 -. .l . .'.~ . .:;. ~., :':':',! ..... . . l' . ,~ ';;',:':::'::':?,:';i,:.."':'! '>.:/'~:~~'.~; '...... .... ..'......:'....: .:.:;.::,' \1: ': .::: / ',: ~'::.' ';', 'r,:'i.,:::';,(::' 'U't:.~:/'.,,"'~:';,'i:" ,:~;;'~\":;~'?.':;:(:({":'.:i(,i~:': .;,;(:'t::,':'}::~~:\:);'! ~t'E",~'N\;:,~ce:.." '. .- \\ ,,' "', "'..,, ", '" ,','''' ", ",,", "'. ".", '..' ',' '...',,' L', , .~' ", "a: I ". ,,', .', .,,".. .. ':" "',' ,'''' ',' :," I ,,':":",':;', ',~\,<"~;'~ :~,\ ;:'-:i", ',::",~:,''i'',,''::::-:.:: ::;'::'.':':':":':",'~',\, ;::: ,:; :.. :::;:',::",~':':,: ,:';:~j,~:: ~/. 1:',<' ;l'rn:::,:.::\i'::'~,,'.' '\ ,'~(.:-:: '/::?::''- :;','" ::':;:;\:::':';~:';"!./i,:, <.\, ,;,'.:..,...' .;::: r~ ,',':.1 u, ',:1 . ~.'L ..t .'. ' ':,'} I ~ . I " ....' ';., , '; :.~ I:' ':':>'" ",1'" ,'.' n" :....,.' '\': . /"., :'1 . ",J ',' :',', '" ". ", " ',I:", ...:. :: ~':;.. ';r: .:. ~ '.: ....... ,'"I ,.,' " , , "> !:-,", ': ~. " 1. , :.: . ":,,:,,::..I,:;'j' .... ',. ;,:::,:,}':;:~:::: .;' ,: \ : .~. '.~ . . ...u, f"H o Court to address this Issue. The City Attorney said the overdue fee is irrelevant to this discussion. Kenneth Horn, Debbie Horn, John Grogan, and Pat Grogan said conditions on the subject property have deteriorated and driven down property values, making it impossible to sell nearby homes. Families cannot spend time nor entertain in their backyards or swimming pools due to the view of the subject property and the emanating odor. Due to overgrowth, concern was expressed rats and snakes will continue to breed. It was stated the property owner holds excessive garage sales. The condition of the subject property reflects poorly on the City. Standing water in the swimming pool is dangerous. Ms. King said nearby are losing their patience. Her many visits with Mr. Caba to discuss the situation were to no avail. Several untagged vehicles are regularly on the property. In 1993, Ms. King advised Mr. Caba he could not sell automobiles from nor store them on his property. She said after she posted a vehicle or trailer, Mr. Caba often traded tags with registered vehicles without DMV (Department of Vehicle) authorization. Neighbors regularly complain to the City regarding the property's unhealthy condition and have reported subject property residents obtain water from the nearby church and gasoline station and dump their trash there. Lt. Kronschnabl indicated the City has worked with a number of Federal, State, and local agencies to resolve this problem. Mr. Caba said he had submitted photographs of his property as evidence to the court regarding tag issues. He said he had never tried to reconnect with City water or bypass a cap to the City's sewer system. He said the hole in the sewer pipe was small and nothing had flowed from it. He reviewed Exhibit 2 and verified photographs of the property. He said garbage pictured in the back of the vehicle was removed. He did not know how much debris remains in the yard. He said most of those items belong to his roommate. Concern was expressed the pool's condition encourages mosquitoes to breed, a dangerous situation considering local encephalitis alerts. Ms. King testified all photographs In composite Exhibit 2 were taken this morning, although the camera misprinted the last pictures with the date, January 1, 1994. She stated the City had capped the sewer pipe visible in one picture. She testified she had witnessed sewage leaking from the pipe into the subject yard. The trench currently is dry and filled with loose dirt. Mr. Caba said the City could not prove he had done anything to the pipe. He said he has obeyed the City order not to touch it. Mr. Caba said he paid his water and sewer bill regularly until November 1995. Until then, the City was estimating his bill. After a leak was discovered, the City billed him more than $1,900. He said the City had not honored its promise to reduce the sewer portion of that bill due to the leak. At that time, he could not afford to pay the bill. He said he had paid the City $400 to have his water reconnected but was not present when staff arrived. When he arrived home, the water was off. He said the leak was from the shower in the garago. Mr. Cabo complained the City also had charged him $800 to cap his sewer. He said his request for the applicable Work Order was not honored. He questioned how his bill had Increased to more than $6,300. He said he has tried hard to work with staff. He said mec 1 Ob9? 6 10/16/97 ~.;' \ ~ :",;1, ',. : '; ;,':':< i' '\:'''~/:';~"'( ,;;{)}~\::;,);(\'~::i;;~;~\'1;;.;i'::;.f~;!:j~\~~~\(~{:iI~,:~',(\)['i't~;:i?;;,'l.. i;(i::.;\"j ... '.t':.:::, :';,1. " . .". 1"0' ~ .' ,. . f L~>:.: '"' , h , ' r] after the garage leak was repaired, he offered to pay the City another $400 to reconnect the water, but staff refused. Mr. Caba said numerous violations exist within 5 blocks of his house. The City Attorney indicated that issue is not relevant to this case. Mr. Caba complained he had been fined for parking a truck in front of his house beyond the 24-hour limit. He also was fined for an untagged boat trailer in his yard. He noted the court had dismissed 3 of 5 tickets he had received. In response to a question, Mr. Caba said he had been away from his house for several days and was not certain the photographs accurately depicted items currently in his yard. He said some items were from the garage which his roommate had cleaned out last weekend. Mr. Caba said he would tell his roommate to remove the items and store them elsewhere. He said he wanted to find out how to have his water and sewer service reconnected. He said he could not backwash and clean his pool without water. Concern was expressed Mr. Caba disregards laws and ignores citations. In response to a question, Mr. Caba said currently, 3 people live in the house. In response to a question, he said he is rarely home but when he is, he uses the bathroom at the gasoline station on the corner or visits friends' homes. He said he does not use water and does not take any from the nearby gasoline station or church. He knew of no one from his house who uses the church's facilities or dumpster. He has lived in his house almost 5 years. Concern was expressed regarding living conditions in the house. Mr. Caba said he could not pay the water and sewer bill all at once. In response to a question, he indicated his (, house has electricity. It was noted water is not required to remove debris or title cars. In response to a question, Ms. King said the truck, boat trailer, and Suzuki vehicle featured in the photographs do not have valid tags. Mr. Caba said he had purchased the truck from a dealer but had not received the necessary paperwork to obtain a tag. He planned to transfer a tag to the Suzuki vehicle within days. In response to a question, Ms. King said she did not have a break down of Mr. Caba's fines, penalties, and bills. Mr. Caba questioned why his bill is now $4,000 more than his original water and sewer charge. The City Attorney said the amount of the bill is not relevant to this case. The City Attorney said Mr. Caba is free to petition the court for another opportunity to have his utility service reconnected without paying his bill. Mr. Caba said he can have the back yard cleaned and Suzuki vehicle tagged by October 24, 1 997. If he cannot obtain a tag for the large white truck, he said he would have it removed. Ms. King said Mr. Caba has been making and breaking promises since 1993. Lt. Kronschnabl agreed Mr. Caba has a history of failing to fulfill promises. He' recommended the Commission determine a public nuisance exists at this property. Ms. King reported an order had been issued by the Health Department determining the property to be a health hazard. Mr. Caba felt he deserved a week to clean up his property. He promised to remove all untagged vehicles. o mcc10b97 7 10/16/97 , . ,:." . . .! ", . .' :~\ . . ,... ~' ~.." ; I' , ".. ," ,"-;'. Commissioner Seel moved to direct the City Attorney to file a complaint in Circuit Court for the abatement of a public nuisance at 1970 Rainbow Drive. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ~ Based on the property owner's past conduct and the continuing deplorable conditions at the property, it was stated code sections addressing this subject support a determination that a nuisance to the public exists. The neighbors were commended for their patience. It was felt the property owner has exhibited a total disregard for health codes and public safety. The City Attorney said it would take approximately 1 week to file the complaint. Staff will move forward with this case as soon as possible. I:> In response to a question, Ms. King said the Health Department h!:l.IJ pc:::ted the property as uninhabitable. The City Attorney said Mr. Caba is due to appear in court regarding that citation. It was questioned if this issue can be expedited due to the existing public health hazard. Assistant City Attorney Leslie Dougall-Sides said the subject property has 2 outstanding citations in County Court based on habitation without sewer or water. The City has found issuing citations to this property owner is not effective as all action is stopped once fines are paid. She noted enforcement difficulties are due to State homestead laws. Staff has determined the proposed action is the most effective method to bring the property into compliance. It was felt a more expeditious method to address conditions such as these should be developed. Staff was thanl<ed for their continued work on this case. Public Hearina - Second Readina Ordinances ITEM # 14 - Ord. #6179-97 - Relating to Flood Damage Prevention Regulations; amending Sec. 51.03, revising definition of substantial improvement The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6179-97 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #61 79-97 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. "Nays": None. ITEM #15 - Ord. #6192-97 - Vacating 15' utility easement lying between Lots 16-23, Blk B, Clearwater Beach Park 1 st Addition and Lots 12-15, Blk A, Clearwater Beach Park 1 st Addition Replat (Heilman's Restaurant Inc. 1 Heilman Family Ltd. Partnership, V97-15) The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6192-97 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Seel moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #61 92-97 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: o mcc10b97 8 10/16/97 "A.ye~": John~on~ Clark~ Hooper. Seel and Garvey. ." .' . ',' .: J ~ . ..~ . ' .. ~ ': ":.' I ~ .~ ~ . ", . ; . ~ .' c :.' " ;' .' . I....., .' . } >"., ~ "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. "Nays": None. ITEM #16 - Ord. #6194-97 - Relating to Environmental Advisory Board~ amending Sec. 2.160, relating to members The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6194-97 for second reading and read it by title only. She indicated this ordinance does not change the quorum requirement. An ordinance to reduce the quorum to 3 will be brought forward. In response to a question, she said ordinances for most boards do not specify a number. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance 1/6194-97 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Nays": None. ITEM #17 - Ord. #6195-97 - Relating to Library Board~ amending Sec. 2.192, relating to members' , . ,0 The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6195-97 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6195-97 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, See I and Garvey. "Nays": None. ITEM #18 - Ord. #6196-97 - Creating Sec. 30.054 imposing certain parking restrictions within street r-o-w in residential areas, and providing exceptions; creating Sec. 30.055 defining "Inoperative vehicle" and prohibiting the keeping, storing, parking, or allowing to remain on public property of inoperative vehicles for longer than 24 hours~ creating Sec. 30.056 prohibiting the parking of vehicles upon public property or street r-o-w for the purpose of displaying for sale; creating Sec. 30.057 providing for enforcement of Sees. 30.054-30.056; renumbering Sees. 30.054 through 30.057 as Sees. 30.058 through 30.061 The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6196-97 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6196-97 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayesll: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. UNays": None. " l' ;:.:;, ~ mcc 1 Ob97 9 10/16/97 . ...,,~-~ <~.....~ ......\,.,:....,,\ ' ~ , " , >, ... ,".'. ~ " .'","l I,.: (:) (>... ",t' " '/.,' " , " :~/: , " .':::': ~ . I L' l . :.,::;~. ',' '1" .~ ,", . :/, . .. ~ , ~. ~ . : ~. :'. ,,' <, ::-V i, L': " ,'" ,r. ',...., : ; : ~..c <{ :, ,,' o " .' ,-,',,::': ',,' . ,.". . {. ;'." ,i :)':,'i(:'::,::'::'-: : :.. ~. '". ".: ". ,I . ~ :.: ,~} ;'; '; .... y ," ":: ;',,: \, " , " .', ',:':";,":',';' /!::;',,':~ ,.\ :~;:' ' , ITEM #19 - Ord. #6197-97 - Amending Sec. 20.35 to require certain maintenance of the sidewalk portion of r-o-w by adjacent property owners The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6197-97 for second reading. She said the CRT had expressed concern many attractive hedges in the City would not comply with the ordinance's 2-foot setback requirement. In response to a question, Engineering Director Rich Baler stated another ordinance establishes site distance requirements. He expressed concern another section of the code requires landscaping in front of fencing. It would be difficult to require this foliage to comply with the proposed setback. He recommended the language be flexible and allow case by case determinations. Concern was expressed bushes overhang sidewalks and block pedestrians in many locations. Mr. Baier said his department and the CRT are working together on this issue. It was felt children need unobstructed sidewalks. The City Attorney suggested the Commission may want to reconsider this issue to harmonize all sections of code. She recommended staff review other code sections and bring back this item. Commissioner Clark moved to continue Item # 1 9 to Novembe'r 6, 1 997. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ITEM #20 - Ord. #6198-97 - Amending Sec. 28.10 to omit certain signage and placement requirements for newsracks, to provide for location determination by the City Engineer, and amending notice requirements The City Attorney presented an amendment to Ordinance #6198-97. Commissioner Hooper moved to amend Ordinance #6198-97 Section 28.1 O(3)(d) as follows: Where a newsrack is located on a parkway, the City Engineer shall review the ground slope and surface character of the proposed location and the physical structure of the newsrack. The City Engineer shall require measures necessary to assure that the news rack remains upright, secure, and in place. The City Engineer may require that the newsrack be placed upon a wire-reinforced concrete pad, 4-inches thick or greater, of sufficient size to support the base of the newsrack, or other reasonable alternative measures suggested by the distributor. A newsrack shall not be anchored to such concrete pad. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6198-97, as amended, for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6198-97 as amended on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. "Nays": None. The meeting recessed from 7:46 to 8:03 p.m. mcc 1 Ob97 10 10/16/97 ~.'I . I \ I. . " , , " . .;.i.: .....; . .... ..... i..; .,. .:.."',::i'"," ;~:,);,,;\"':.'C,::~ ,;'.... "';\..;,'::t;;'.'~.?,!;:.::...}./r.',":;;!:,f';~::";'".;:'{1i',',(t:( ,...:\ '. . ~ ::. ; ~ " ; '. . ",-1 :,.:. >. " " ~ '> . , ,:,:,C' ...... \ . . ~..:~;:..', .:>~ .:~ ,". -,. tJ . . T ~ CITY MANAGER REPORTS CONSENT AGENDA (Items #21 ~34) - Approved as submitted, less Item #23. ITEM #21 - Aoorove 10-vear EMS (Emergencv Medical Services) First Responder Aareement with Pinellas County Emergency Medical Services Authority (FO) ITEM #22 - Purchase one 1997 Elgin Eagle Series F Mechanical Street Sweeper, Vantage Equipment, $1 21,720; funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement in the amount of $1 21,720 (GS) ITEM #23 - See Paae 1 2. ITEM #24 ~ Authorize Citv to award a contract to Ervin's All American Youth Club. Inc. to sell surplus gym equipment (HU) ITEM #25 - Aareement with Clearwater Bav Marina. Inc.. 12/01/97 ~12/01/02, for collection of daily launch fees at Seminole Launching Ramps, for 25 % of daily fees collected (MR) ITEM #26 - Clearwater Police Supplementarv Pension Plan Board of Trustees - Reappoint William Schwob (PO) o ITEM #27 - Contract for 1997 Storm Sliplinlna Repair Proiect, Suncoast Excavating & Utilities, Inc., $489,917, and approve $48,991.70 for 10% contingency fee (EN) ITEM #28 ~ Second Amendment to lease aareement dated 02/22/96 with Dimmitt Car leasing, Inc., extending term to 01/31/98, renewable monthly thereafter at City option, Magnolia Park Sub., Blk 1, for MSB/PS temporary parking facilities (EN) ITEM #29 - Contract throuah purchase order for removal of Brazilian Pepper along Stevenson's Creek, between Betty Lane &>Alt. US19, to Stan Cisilski, Inc., for $45,000 (EN) ITEM #30 - Fourth Amendment to lease aoreement dated 1 2102/94 with Times Publishing Company, extending term to 01/31/98, renewable monthly thereafter at City option, Magnolia Park Sub., Blk 8, for MSB/PS temporary parking facilities (EN) ITEM #31 - (Cont'd 10102/97l Authorize Citv Attornev to execute a contract with Siemon, Larsen & Marsh to prepare a comprehensive revision to the City land Development Code for $234,450 (CP) ITEM #32 - Approve rankinQ: 1) Malcolm Pirnie, Inc., 2) IT Corp., 3) Dames & Moore, 4) PBS&J, 5) Westinghouse Remediation Services, Inc., and 6) Geraghty & Miller, Inc., to provide environmental audit, risk assessment & remedial services for the Clearwator Brownfields Area; and authorize negotiation with each (eM) () mcc10b97 11 10/16/97 ~l:;~:::":;" I,.,' ",,;, "', . ',::~';)',I,'!'I~! '.." :;:. :;:.": '.?:)",<>::':. ;:>+::,::/\..\. :{::: :....:\:::ri;i: ..': .~..:;: \,:',:Y ..... '. .:.'';',::: i" '':' .~" /;' , " ", , ,,: ,I' ~ " ., ,': '. ." . . .'. I . ~ . I ; ~ ITEM #33 - ADorove the State Brownfields RedeveloDment Work Plan and recommended . use of Brownfields Redevelooment Grant Fundinq (CM) ITEM #34 - Authorization to settle Stathis vs. Citv. et al. (CA) In response to a question regarding Item #24, Deputy City Manager Kathy Rice said Ervin's All-American Youth Club, Inc. had indicated they will accept the gym equipment. Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted less Item #23 and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ITEM #23 - Increase unleaded fuel contract with Louis Drevfus Enerqv Corooration by estimated $37,500, for new total $137,500 (GS) Due to recent fuel price increases and expanded use of City fuel sites by the Public Services, Solid Waste, and Fire departments, the amount of fuel contracted from Louis Dreyfus Energy Corporation soon will be exhausted. Departments using City fuel sites find them more convenient 'than Voyager Fleet System vendors. The current Dreyfus contract expires in December 1997. Assuming no dramatic fuel price increases occur, the amount due Voyager Fleet Systems should be reduced. (~ In response to a question, General Services Director Bill Baird said the net cost for gasoline fill-ups at Voyager Fleet Systems vendors and City fuel sites differs. Voyager Fleet Systems service is more expensive but affiliated gasoline stations offer service throughout the City. Staff has determined it is less expensive for City vehicles to use Voyager Fleet Systems if filling-up at a City fuel site would require more than 13 minutes. Congestion and delays would occur if all City vehicles filled-up at City fuel sites. In response to a question, Mr. Baird said including the new City fuel site's construction and maintenance expenses would increase City site per gallon rates by $0.36 for one year. The Police Department is a major user of the Voyager Fleet System. Affiliated gasoline stations represent different fuel companies and vendors. It was noted gasoline use from City fuel sites has increased. In response to a question, Mr. Baird said the City's contract with Voyager Fleet Systems requires no minimum purchase. The City pays for this service based on use. Commissioner Clark moved to increase the unleaded fuel contract with Louis Dreyfus Energy Corporation, Atlanta, GA, by an estimated $37,500 for a total contract of $137,500, 'and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. o mec10b97 12 10/1 6/97 ~ OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT ; '. r t, ". . ~ T.' > .., . . ;', ~ .,; . ITEM #35 - AQreement with National Develooment Council (NOCI , $40,500 which includes City's investment of $100,000 into the Grow Clearwater Fund; and declare surplus property and authorize sale to NDC of a $45,000 COSG financed economic development loan (HU) The NDC (National Development Council), a national non-profit organization, provides housing, community, and economic development services to more than 200 American communities. Through their Grow America Fund and Housing and Economic Development Corporation, NDC provides low cost financing for business and housing development in participating communi~ies. For the City to participate, CHUD (Clearwater Department of Housing and Urban Development) requests the Commission: 1) authorize to declare $45,000 in economic development loans, funded through the COSG (Community Development Block Grant) program, as surplus; 2) authorize selling these loans to NDC with proceeds paying NDC's $40,500 annual contract fee; and 3) authorize $100,000 investment from unreserved fund balance in the Rehabilitation Loan Non-Expendable Trust Fund in the Grow Clearwater Fund. NDe will match the City's $100,000 investment. This investment will enable the City to finance up to $1-milllon in small business loans guaranteed through the SBA (Small Business Administrationl 7-A Program. (::) The NDC contract permits the City to issue USHUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) Section 203(k) insure mortgages. The Section 203(k) program provides home-ownership opportunities for eligible people to purchase and renovate existing housing units with one mortgage. Conventional lending programs require the renovation of housing units with minor or major deficiencies prior to receiving a mortgage. NDC also will provide training in financing related to principles, development structuring, affordable housing, and other programs. CHUO (Clearwater Department of Housing and Urban Development) Director Alan Ferri said the NDC is active in more than 200 American communities. The council, founded in 1970, provides progressive financing. The proposed one-year contract will provide the City with technical support in the development of loans. The NDC plans to refinance the proffered City loans for longer terms. Part of the contract provides the City with a $100,000 match from the NDC's Grow America fund to be used for SBA guaranteed loans for businesses which meet the underwriting criteria. Direct underwriting access wi11 allow the City to expand its home buyer opportunities by offering loans at competitive rates. George Staff, Director with NDC, lives in Pinellas County. He reviewed the history of the NDC, and stated the national non-profit organization provides financial advice services to municipal and county governments. The program is not affiliated with the Federal Government. The program, begun to address minority banking issues, has expanded with new program capacities to address not-for-profit housing organizations. Commissioner Clark moved to approve a one-year contract for professional services 'with NDC in the amount of $40,500, authorize the City to invest $100,000 in the Grow Clearwater Fund, declare $45,000 in Economic Development Loans funded by the o mcc 1 Ob97 13 10/16/97 . , .',' " t', ".. ... ,,:.__~.,I."':'''':''-'''''''_'''Lt_W...,:.~ ...:, . '. ,',i '. ( '. . .I :' /~ Community Development Block Grant Program as surplus property, and authorize the sale of the loans to NDC for payment of annual contract fee and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ITEM #36 ~ Confirm co-sponsorship & waiver of City fees for special events including Jazz Holiday, Fun 'n Sun, Fourth of July, Family Holiday Traditions & Parade, Turkey Trot, North Greenwood Street Festival, Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, Memorial Day, Clearwater Pass Bridge Run, Saturday in the City, and 1 new event, Military Appreciation Day, est. total $188,396 ($69,720 cash contributions & $118,676 in-kind contributions); and authorize event sponsors to approve vendors (PR) This item responds to the City Commission policy regarding special events. Should additional money be requested beyond "cash" contributions approved in the budget, Commission approval will be requested. As specific costs are not known until after events occur, "in-kind" contributions are estimates. The City's FY 1997/98 operating budget includes a $69,720 cash contribution under "non-departmental expenses." The operating budgets of various departments include in-kind contributions such as police officers, park employees, electricians, etc. () Budgeted contributions for City sponsored and co-sponsored events for FY 1997/98:'1) Fun'n Sun - $34,720 cash /$14,319 in~kind; 21 Fourth of July - $10,000 cash/$31 ,920 in-kind; 3) Jazz Holiday - $25,000 cash/$31 ,305 in-kind; 3) Jazz Holiday - $25,000 cash/$31 ,305 in-kind; 41 Family Holiday Traditions and Parade - $8,827 in-kind; 5) Turkey Trot - $7,199 in-kind; 6) North Greenwood Street Festival - $1 ,676 in~kind; 7) Martin Luther King Jr. Parade - $4,540 in-kind; 8) Saturday in the City ~ $1,164 in-kind; 9) Memorial Day Event ~ $5,370 in-kind; 10) Clearwater Pass Bridge Run - $3,606 in-kind; and 11) Military Appreciation Day - $ 8,750 in-kind. It was recommended funding for Jazz Holiday be reduced and redistributed to Saturday in the City and Military Appreciation Day. Tourism Development Director Jean Sherry said MacDiII Air Force Base personnel have been enthusiastic about helping plan the military event. She said this is the first celebration of its kind. Events, beginning early on November 8, 1997, will Include a fly in ceremony, 5K run, military vehicle motorcade, water show, 2 parachute jump teams, air rescue demonstration, wreath laying ceremony, "USO" show, etc. The projected shortfall is estimated at $46,000. It was suggested private sponsors may be interested in donating to the event. In response to a question, Ms. Sherry said the City will cover most of the shortfall. She exhibited a discount coupon booklet developed for the event by area businesses and attractions. Booklets will be distributed at local military bases and at the Welcome Center. In response to a question, the City Manager indicated $25,000 in funding for Jazz Holiday has already been budgeted. It was recommended the event be reviewed to determine the level of revenues generated from the sale of alcoholic beverages. Concern was expressed several years ago, Jazz Holiday had requested a funding increase to $25,000 because they could not sell alcoholic beverages. It was felt since the sale of alcoholic beverages is now allowed, City funding of Jazz Holiday should be reduced. It was agreed this issue would be reviewed. o mcc10b97 14 10/16/97 ""lr... IO"T'h' . ...., .~ ., " ". . ".'. ...."+ > ~'.' ;~!';:: _"::rii~?'(;"l;;i})')\/i1:':~':~?',~',',';:i;.~;;/r,t',i~:'i:'{;:~~?~~f,'i.j~i;f{:i?lr"'!"i~,i;i"',:i:;,';,:(f'V' Commissioner Hooper moved to continue Item #37 to November 6, 1997. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ,', ;>: :"'(i~'.:..:.:>\~~{:"::,:,.,~' ,':' :': ' "; : ; ,,',,' ( ~ Commissioner Clark moved to confirm co-sponsor:lhip and waiver of City fees for special events including Jazz Holiday, Fun 'n Sun, Fourth of July, Family Holiday Traditions and Parade, Turkey Trot, North Greenwood Street Festival; Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, Memorial Day, Clearwater Pass Bridge Run, Saturday in the City, and one new event, the Military Appreciation Day, at an estimated total cost of $188,396 with $69,720 in cash contributions and $118,676 in in-kind contributions and authorize event sponsors to approve vendors and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ITEM #37 - ADorove C.O.#1 for active remediation of former City Hall Annex / Montgomery Wards Site to Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., increasing amount by $282,450 for new total $442,240; and approve 30 day time extension (EN) The City Manager requested continuing this item. Staff has received additional information which raise questions regarding possible alternatives. An update will be provided at the next meeting. ITEM #38. Other PendinQ Matters - None. (::;) CITY A TIORNEY REPORTS ITEM #39 - Resolutions a) Res. #97-56 - Assessing property owners the costs of having mowed or cleared owners' lots The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-56 and read it by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-56 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. "Nays": None. ITEM #40 - First ReadinQs a) Ord. #6206-97 - Relating to special events, repealing Sec. 6.30 to delete provision requiring city commission authorization for sale of alcoholic beverages The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6206~97 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass Ordinance #620.6.97 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: ,~\ 'V mcc10b97 15 10/16/97 . .:1"' ,"") o o <", , ,~ c ,. '. ~/:~c\~~"~~'"':P. :'.~:/.':::'~ . ',' ',' ~,," ~ I'. "Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey. "Nays": None. ITEM #41 - Other Citv Attornev Items In her October 14, 1997, memorandum, the City Attorney indicated former Clearwater Police Officer John Smith was named and served in the case, Wieslaw Skowronek versus the City of Clearwater and John Smith. Pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Sections 2.031 through 2.035, Mr. Smith is entitled to representation by the City in the lawsuit. The office of the City Attorney can provide this representation unless the Commission determines City Attorney representation is inappropriate or that a conflict of interest exists. During the City's extensive legal history with former Officer Smith, the Legal Department has represented and advised the Police Department in disciplinary action, including terminations of Smith. The City Attorney recommended providing outside counsel for Mr. Smith based on conflict of interest. She has contacted 3 qualified private attorneys who are willing to undertake the representation at a reasonable rate. She recommended allowing Mr. Smith to choose his counsel from these 3 attorneys, The City Attorney reviewed the City's requirement to provide counsel for the initial defense of staff sued as result of a work incident. The City Attorney said the ordinance provides strong employee protections. If the defendant is judged to have acted with malice, the City is not responsible for providing further counsel. If the defendant appeals the decision and wins, the City may have to pay attorney fees. Commissioner Johnson moved to approve outside counsel for John Smith, a former Police Officer with the Clearwater Police Department, in the lawsuit, Wieslaw Skowronek versus the City of Clearwater and John Smith, due to a conflict of interest. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. ITEM #42 - City ManaCler Verbal Reoorts The City Manager requested a meeting be scheduled for November 6, 1997, from 9:00 to 11 :00 a.m. at the C-View studios to determine criteria for prioritization of Penny for Pinellas projects. Consensus was to schedule. ITEM #43 - Commission Discussion Items a) City Attorney evaluation AND b) City Manager evaluation The City Charter requires the City Commission each October to evaluate publicly the City Manager and City Attorney. The process is beginning. The City Manager and City mcc10b97 16 10/16/97 ~~~~r{i\;'~X"~I,c'1 . . ,:.11 .P~k\:~.,;tr:~~.1o~~11) >. . .., r ':, ,\.;"..".\, ",;'-,'\~'..',!'?;-:.',>'{~"i:\~: 7' :3\<;:"':;;' :':;"hr,>)(:~'<1, '.';:',:Y,,,::;';; ';,' :,';;:~".: - ,;:;',,''-;;., " . . .. .;.'", ~ l. ,. ," ,'" ,!" ", .~:~:~ ~::" . . ,. I \~ ,/. '. Attorney will submit self assessments to the City Commission and schedule individual interviews with each Commissioner. The Commissioners will present their findings at the November 6, 1997, meeting. Commissioner Johnson moved to continue Item #43a and #43b to November 6, 1997. c) Resolution supporting Annexation Legislation , The City Manager said Resolution #97-58 supports legislation that would permit the annexation of enclaves smaller than 3 acres and require the discontinuation of septic tanks by a date certain. The City will agree to pay 50% of resulting impact fees. Other local municipalities have been asked to pass similar resolutions. The City Attorney indicated this resolution is the first local one prepared. The City Manager said the City of Dunedin supports this legislation. He has further discussions planned with the City of Largo. Senator Jack Latvala was thanked for his support of this issue. It was reported the majority of PPC IPinellas Planning Council) members and many Pine lias County cities also support legislation to allow annexation of enclaves smaller than 3 acres. The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-58and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-58 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: (~ II Ayesll: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, See I and Garvey. "Naystt: None. The City Manager reported the City is scheduled to appear on the October 27, 1997, legislative dp,legation agenda. Staff will present this resolution. The City Attorney reviewed her October 10, 1 997, memorandum regarding annexation and creation of enclaves. State law dealing with voluntary annexation and prohibiting the creation of enclaves became effective in 1974, without language defining "enclave." In 1993, the statute was amended to define enclave as unincorporated land enclosed with and bounded on all sides by a single municipality. The legislation prohibited unincorporated territory within a municipality. d) Mayor's Trip to 1 998 Winter Olympics in Nagano In her October 10, 1997, memorandum regarding the Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan, the Mayor reviewed plans for the Clearwater/Nagano Sister City Hospitality Center showcasing the environment, tourism, and economic development opportunities in the City, Tampa Bay, and Florida. The Center will be open from January 31 to February 22, 1998, and will be staffed by trained City volunteers. The Mayor will spend time at the exhibit on a daily basis if not at other special or media events. She requested funding for her travel expenses as a representative of the City during the 3 weeks the Hospitality o mee 1 Ob97 17 10/16/97 , .' '. ~ ..", ',.' .,~':',o_..:..~,.........;.......:......._~............,., " ,",' . .' I . .' ',.' .' ,,'" '. . " "\~'::'." , .' ",. I" ", '. . . l. / ....". .: :ti ''J Center is open. By invitation of Nagano City Mayor Tasuku Tsukada, the Mayor will represent Clearwater at the formal opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics. The City Manager said sufficient funds are available. Commissioner See I said she raised a question regarding the funding at Monday's Work Session due to her concern the expenses had not been budgeted. ,Commissioner Johnson moved to approve funding for the Mayor's travel expenses to represent the City at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan. The motion was duly seconded. Commissioners Johnson, Clark, Hooper, and Seel voted "Aye"; the Mayor abstained. Motion carried. ITEM #44 - Other Commission Action Commissioner Seel thanked staff for the report on local option taxes collected on behalf of the Pinel/as County CVB (Convention and Visitors Bureau). August figures reflect Clearwater collected 36% of eVB's total taxes. Clearwater's tourism increased 16% from August 1996 to August 1997. As the City pays 1/3 of the County's tourist development taxes, she stated the CVB should provide more coverage of Clearwater's tourist related businesses. Commissioner Seel requested background information regarding St. Pete Beach's 102% increase in tourism for the month of August. Staff will respond. Commissioner Seel suggested Pinellas-Anclote River Basin Board funds may be available to purchase the Bayview Mobile Home Park property for a park. (:J Commissioner Johnson thanked the Public Services Department for sweeping up broken glass on Yelvington Avenue. Commissioner Clark invited people to attend the City's annual Jazz Holiday running tonight through Sunday. Commissioner Hooper said Parks & Recreation Director Ream Wilson was too modest on Monday when he accepted his award for 30 years of service with the City. Mr. Wilson has announced his retirement. Commissioner Hooper thanked him for his many contributions to Clearwater. Commissioner Clark reported he has been asked to represont the PST A (Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority) on the MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization). The MPO's attorney had opined Commissioner Clark could not represent both the PST A and City on the MPO. Commissioner Clark suggested he resign his seat on the MPO as a representative of the City and serve instead as a representative for the PST A. Commissioner Seel indicated her interest in serving on the MPO as a representative of the City. The importance of planning for future mass transit needs was noted. Mavor Garvey invited people to attend the weekly downtown Farmers Market at Station Square Park on Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. and 1 :00 p.m. She also noted the Jazz Holiday had begun. () mccl0b97 18 10/16/97 .. ";vs.4J.",.~.1 ~..";'''II'' .;.,.",ld ': I . . '. '~~'-?-' .._<.'~,-I ~. iJ.... ~ .'-> . I . . ~ \\..4,;.:". '}' .' t" '\c ' . ,.::'_"""";'" ..,.;.., .", .:;......., '" ';'.. ...;..... ':';.:;\:{ii>/,:>..:::....;:~:.; !::./~;.~.,,:?::,'...,,:};.;;C..,9.,.:\;:)..::.~~. ;,;',:,:'..',':,"?;}'.);!!,\}::'{:~;'} , , , . ' '" " ','" \, " " " " " '", ,\ "" ,( ',"-- '" , ""'" '.. ',', , " , , " ,,',.,' .' ," ..." " I' , , "", ,,' "",' , , :>:. ;.,:',' (/,~;;; :-:",,:~ ':':",~,:'>.'.;.I~:I:,',:,: ::::.::.::::,',~.':~'~.'.'~/.I,I:'+"::/rJ'/ .::, ..:~. .:~~:~,), t;':'.:(;.:.'~\l"'''~~;:~, )'.h....'\~'~:. ,I "::,,,:..':':....:.".\.:.:;';:'::~~,:, '.~"~."~'{'.".::'::::~::',::,;,:l:~.'~ , ....~._ L.... _ '.... " '. .". j'", , ' . ' . :;. ~ "'f' ~>\' ..,"'. '<f , , " l. " . \ ,,' .,'J ;:.. ,.." . . ", I ~'I,'.'\li}":'1~~'i)-~"''"'l.-'~{/;~~!4~1r:~-:-::, I~i.~;,.-:"I ,:" '.'~~:'I'>:~;:'~'lk'~i"I" t:.~t:.<": . " "~ "',.. U.':.t";.,) t~';;fl~~J.I\~:,..~~t~~h""'~'~~/~,:.l.rl""'t{..;!).....,:.. :Jt '. ~~., ',1-\/....\..:;;1 :,.....{, ".~ ~ \:: ( .....f <c,,;. l' :<. ','~" :",'\~'1 ':\;\:; i\;:.~,'{;!k. :J1';'.'~?~(!~~W:\I\?~,\~.~.~:,\t;"" ,',:,';', " ,;:', : :.-.:, ':: :',,', ',,":", ' "1' '. "', ;/';,:~:~/~.~!.~~>:';ii l:~\:'::;:~/}~'f~~}~r{;~r?~~f~M~;\~2t,\~<;;,~":'''' ':',: 1: ' ," ":: : '. ,\\: ,"':>':':",",";, ':. ", . ',', '" ',- :. I,;. .. ,.' L .... j", I., " " '0 ITEM #45 - Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m. t .. " t \ ; ,) I: 1\ \ i \', "~~':'L"\ . .,~ri:~ST;;"'Ft~~ ': , j ~ .' l ~ . ,i .' .( .,,' ',.' .' ", j' '.. . ~ c '. \ " " J" , \ '0 mcc 1 Db97 19 ' 10/16/97 " L:."_" ..... .... .'. ..... ..::\",>"':':">>,,;J">..<i')',;,.',::,.q;\,';>'!"",\~,"..i,/,'::,,, , ", ' ',","'. ....' '.',; :" ,,", '. 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