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Mayor/Commissioner
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
March 6, 1997
Present:
Rita Garvey
J. B, Johnson
Robert Clark
Ed Hooper
Karen Seel,
Elizabeth M. Deptula
Kathy S. Rice
Bob Keller
Pamela K, Akin
Scott Shuford
Rich Baier
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Patricia 0, Sullivan
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at the Pinellas County Assembly
Room, The invocation was offered by Reverend Dennis MacAleer of Trinity Presbyterian
Church. The Mayor led the Pledge df Allegiance.
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To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that order,
ITEM #3 - Service Awards - None,
iTEM #4 - Introductions and Awards - None,
ITEM #5 - Presentations - None.
ITEM #6 ~ Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
February 20, 1997, and the special meeting of February 18, 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 Agenda
, Michael Golier, representing a group of seniors, requested reconsideration of moving
ballroom dancing to the Memorial Civic Center, citing inadequate ventilation and parking.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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ITEM #8 - Variance(s' to Sign Regulations for property located at 23660 US 19N, Sec. 6-
29-16, M &B 41 .01, 41 .02, 41 .04, 41 .05 & 41 .06 (Branch Sunset Associates, Ltd.; COMP
USA, The Computer Superstore, SV97-01)
This property, on the West side of US 19N, South of Sunset Point Road, is zoned
Commercial Center, The applicant requests a 39-square foot area variance from the
permitted 150-square feet to allow 189-square feet of attached signs. The proposed signs
will be placed on the building's North side over the entrance,
Staff reported conditions support approval: 1) attached signs over store entrance
will be perpendicular to US 19N, oriented North toward the parking lot, and visible only to
Southbound traffic; 2) signs will be approximately 250 feet from US 1 9N right-of-way; 31
variance is relatively small, representing a 26% deviation from code; and 4) approval will
not detract from City's appearance. '
Barbara Tew, of Collins Signs, verified photographs of the property presented her by
Central Permitting Director Scott Shuford. Ms. Tew distributed photographs of the
property, noting COMP USA is new to the area and the store is difficult for motorists to
see, Letters on the attached signs will be 10-3/4-inch tall, The store will be included on
the shopping center's freestanding pylon sign. It was noted the requested sign is 24-
square feet smaller than the one it replaces. In response to a question, Mr. Shuford said
the code addresses each tenant separately regarding attached signage specifications.
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the permitted 1 50 square feet to allow 1 89 square feet of attached sign area, on property
identified as See, 6-29-16, M&B 41.01,41.02,41.04,41.05, and 41.06, for meeting Sec.
45.24, Standards for Approval, items 11 )-(4). The m'Jtion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
ITEM #9 - Ord, #6123-97 - Annexation for property located at 1300 Idlewlld Dr"
Brooklawn Sub., Blk F, Lots 7, 8, 14-16 & part 6 (Douglas D. Rosenbaum, A97-02)
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ITEM #10 - Ord. #6124-97 - RS-8 Zoning for property located at 1300 Idlewild Dr"
Brooklawn Sub., Blk F, Lots 7, 8, 14-16 & part 6 (Douglas D. Rosenbaum, A97-02)
In his March 3, 1997, letter, Allan Rosenbaum, Owner representative, indicated
Douglas D. Rosenbaum, owner, had withdrawn his annexation request, Items #9 and #10
were withdrawn.
ITEM #11 - Ord, #6125w97 - Vacating W 2.5' of S 45' of 5' North/South Utility Easement
lying in Lot 17, Blk I, Northwood Estates Tract F, less Southerly 5' (Bill and Stephany
Broomo, V96w 16) ,
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance 1161 25-97 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6125-97 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 #12 - Ord, #6133-97 - Annexation for property located at 2995 Union St., Sec. 5-29-
16, M&B 11.01 (Attention Home. Inc,. A96-23)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6133-97 for second reading and read it by
title only, Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6133-97 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayesll: Johnson. Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
lINays": None,
ITEM #13 - Ord, #6134-97 - RM-8 Zoning for property located at 2995 Union St., See, 5-
29-16, M&B 11.01 (Attention Home, Inc., A96-23)
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance #61 34-97 for second reading and read it by
title only, Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6134-97 un
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 '#14 - Ord, #6137-97 - Amending Sees, 2,516. 2.517 & 2,519 establishing special
public hearings for Penny for Pinellas Tax
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6137-97 for second reading and read it by
title only, Commissioner Seel moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6137-97 on second
and final reading, The motion was duly seconded
It was noted 48 of the City's 56 original Penny for Pinellas projects have been
completed. Commissioner Johnson, noting his strong support for renewal of the Penny for
Pinellas tax, indicated he would stal~d In harmony with the Commission regarding this '
ordinance,
Upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey,
"Nays": None.
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CITY MANAGER REPORTS
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CONSENT AGENDA (Items #15-18) - Approved as submitted
ITEM # 15 - Approval of Purchases & Declaring items & asset listings surplus per 02/20/97
memorandum (Not separate agenda items):
Two rear loader refuse collection trucks, Crane Carrier Corp., $220,440, funding provided
by City/s master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
One jaws truck, Fountain Motors, Inc., $76,987, funding provided by City's master lease-
purchase agreement IGS)
One 9 yard concrete truck, Gator Ford Trucks, $126,549, funding provided by City's
master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Contract extension, front-end loading refuse containers, Wastequip Industrial, d/b/a
Industrial Refuse Sales, 03/07/97 -03/06/98, estimated $115,190 (SW)
Aluminum sulfate water treatment chemical, General Chemical Corp., 03/07 /97 ~02/28/97,
estimated $59,500 (EN)
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Sulfur dioxide water treatment chemical, Allied Universal Corp., 03/07/97 -02/28/98,
estimated $60,307 (EN)
Renovation of Holt Swimming Pool, Cox Construction Company, $40,887.50 IPR)
Declare Items from General Services/Fleet Administration surplus to City needs; approve
disposal through Tampa Machinery Auction (FN)
Declare asset listings from WOW Investments, Inc., d/b/a "The Gym" surplus to City
needs; authorize disposal through on-site auction services from auctioneer to be determined
(FN)
ITEM #16 - JPA (Joint Project Agreement) construction modification with FOOT for SR 60
(Gulf to Bay Blvd.), estimated $22,077.30 (EN)
ITEM #17 - C.O. #1 to Reconstruction of Highland Ave., from North of Gulf to Bay Blvd. to
North of Sunset Point Rd., to Overstreet Paving Co., Largo, FL, increasing amount by
$117,564.90, for new total $4/398,634.46; approve time extension of 54 days (EN)
ITEM #18 - Modification to Work Order to Post. Buckley. Schuh and Jernigan, Inc., for
additional engineering design required by FOOT for Drew Street Widening Project, from
Highland Ave. to NE Coachman Rd., increasing the amount $59,065 (EN)
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In reference to Item #18, if was requested that FOOT (Florida Department of
Transportation) records be updated to recognize City-funded school crossing guards on
Drew Street serve a public school.
Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted and that
the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
ITEM # 1 9 - First Quarter Budget Review (CM)
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The first quarter budget review for FY (fiscal year) 1 996/97 is based on activity
during October 1996 through December 1 996. The adopted General Fund budget was
increased $428,824 for an amended total of $ 71 ,261 ,014. General Fund expenditure
amendments include transferring $380,850 of unappropriated retained earnings of the
General Fund to the Special Program Fund for staff at the "Miracle" project on US 19N at
Drew Street to cover costs to date and anticipated expenditures through the end of the
fiscal year. Other amendments include: 1) $5/000 - Saturday in the City - Commission
approved October 3, 1996; 21 $20,000 - Jazz Holiday - Commission approved October 3,
1996, 3) $20,000 - Streetlight Banner Program - Commission approved October 3, 1996,
4) $17,945 - increase Sunday recreation hours for 6-month trial - Commission approved
October 3, 1996, 5) $20,000 - air conditioners at Clearwater Beach Recreation Center: and
6) $40,000 - consultant studies for beach CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) and
S. Ft. Harrison Avenue. Revenue amendments include a $170/390 increase in anticipated
revenues from Pinellas County for Fire Tax which offsets $22,000 vehicle cost for
Assistant Chief position. Unappropriated Retained Earnings of the General Fund remain at
$9,490,004, 13.5% of the total General Fund expenditure budget.
The $84,630 increases in the Water & Sewer Fund revenue and expenditure
amendments reflect the appropriation of $59,630 in retained earnings toward funding the
City-wide Aerial Photography project as approved by the Commission on November 7,
1996, and $26/000 for the Inventory Control/Financial System project. The $308,540
decrease in Gas Fund expenditure amendments reflects final adjustments to bring the Gas
program budgets in line with the recently approved Gas Business Plan. The $161,000
decrease in Solid Waste Fund revenue amendments and $446,000 decrease in expenditure
amendments result from Commission approval of a revised plan on January 23, 1997,
whereby the roll-off program is now competitive. The $528,630 decrease in Stormwater
Utility Fund revenue amendments and $406,610 decrease in expenditure amendments
reflect a reduction in anticipated revenues charged to projects for capitalized labor,
recognizing that staff is not anticipated to provide further labor on Stormwater projects. To
offset this, expenditures were decreased in the Stormwater Quality Property Purchases
Capital Improvement Project.
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The $5,240 increase in Recycling Fund revenue amendments reflects additional
funding received under the FY 1996/97 State Recycling Grant and the $5/001 increase in
expenditure amendments includes an offsetting transfer to the Capital Improvement
. Recycling Program project.
The $12,960 increases in Marina Fund revenue and expenditure amendments reflect
the appropriation of retained earnings to replace the Marina lobby and office air-
conditioning systems. The $186,291 increases in Harborview Center Fund revenue and
expenditure amendments recognize the Boston Concessions Group loan and Special
Development Funds for the Harborview Center construction project as approved by the
Commission on November 7/ 1 996. The $133,145 increase in Internal Services Fund
revenue amendments and $43,455 increase in expenditure amendments include a $25,000
increase in General Services Fund revenues to reflect anticipated increases in building &
maintenance variable changes. In addition, Administrative Services Fund revenues are
increased by an additional $64,690 to reflect a refund from General Telephone.
Both Administrative Services Fund revenues and expenditures reflect the transfer of
unappropriated retained earnings of $26,680, representing savings in the FY 1995/96
program budget to provide funding for the upgrade of the Utility System. Also Garage
Fund revenues and expenditures reflect the recognition of insurance proceeds of $16,775
for the replacement of a vehicle in the Capital Improvement program as approved by the
Commission on January 5, 1996. No significant changes were made to Penny for Pinellas
projects.
Amendments to the Capital Improvement Program total a net decrease of $55/074.
During first quarter, Capital Improvement Budget increases not approved previously by the
Commission include: 1) Downtown Redevelopment - $68,120 budget increase of CRA
revenues representing transfer of year end operating cash balance and audit adjustments;
2) Airpark Master Plan - $18,120 budget increase of General Fund revenues representing
debt service savings of Airpark Coordination to provide additional funding for the Airpark
M aster Plan; 3) City-wide Air~Conditioning Replacement - $1 2,960 budget increase of
unappropriated retained earnings of the Marine Fund to replace air-conditioning equipment
in Marina lobby and office; 4) Utility System Upgrade - $26,680 budget increase of
unappropriated retained earnings of the Administrative Services Fund for upgrade of utility
system; 5) Stormwater Quality Improvementl Property Purchase - $118,519 budget
increase to recognize State, the city of Safety Harbor, and Pinellas County reimbursements
for the DelOra and Alligator Creek storm water projects; and 6) Inventory Control Financial
Reporting System - $25,000 budget increase of water revenues to reimburse Gas System
for water related inventory system expenditures including hardware, software, and on-
going consulting fees. The Commission approved Capital Improvement Budget increases:
1) $5,235 - Big Pier 60 Park - November 7/ 1996; 2) $100,000 - Municipal Services/public
Safety & Police Complex - November 21, 1996; 3) $186,291 - Harborview Center -
November 7, 1996; 4) $89,447 - City-wide Aerial Photography - November 7, 1997; 5)
$16/775 - Motorized equipment (lease purchase) - December 5/1996; and 6) $39,298-
Enterprise Network Phase J - January 9, 1997.
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Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the First Quarter Budget Review for FY
1996/97. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
a) First Reading Ord. #6135~97 - Amending Operating Budget for FY ending 09/30/97 to
reflect increases and decreases in revenues and expenditures for the General Fund, Special
Development Fund, Special Program Fund, Water and Sewer Fund, Solid Waste Fund,
Stormwater Utility Fund, Recycling Fund, Marine Fund, Harborview Center Fund, General
Services Fund, Garage Fund, and Administrative Services Fund
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6135.97 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass Ordinance #6135-97 on first reading. The
motion was dulV seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
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b) First Reading Ord. #6136-97 - Amending the Capital Improvement Program Report and
Budget for FY ending 09/30/97 to reflect an increase in budget expenditures to expand
scope of projects in functional categories of Fire Protection, Miscellaneous Engineering,
Park Development, Garage, City Hall, Sewer System, Gas System, Utility Miscellaneous,
and Recycling, and to reflect a decrease in budget expenditures to reduce scope of projects
in functional categories of Police Protection, Marine Facilities, Building Maintenance,
Miscellaneous, and Storm water Utility, for a net decrease of $55,074
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6136.97 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Seel moved to pass Ordinance #6136-97 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, See I and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #20 - MBndBI8Y Avenue Streetscape PrQject - approve design concept shown to
community on 02/12/97 and award work order to Post Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan for
$150,000 to provide partial design services in preparation of construction bid drawings
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Between Pier 60 Drive and Baymont Street, Mandalay Avenue is a four-lane,
undivided road with few provisions as a pedestrian destination point. In 1996, a
conceptual plan was presented to the City Commission. The plan has been enhanced to
create a people-friendly atmosphere that attracts pedestrians and motorists. On the
proposed three-lane road, a two-way turn lane will separate the northbound and
southbound lanes. Engineering developed the design in coordination with Public Works,
Parks & Recreation, Police, Fire, and Central Permitting. At a February 12, 1997,
community meeting, the revised plan received many public endorsements.
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The revised design that best reflects the tropical streetscape envisioned by the
design team is estimated to cost between $1 A.mil1ion and $1.7-million. The original $1.1-
million estimate was based on beautifying the existing sidewalks and minor additions of
landscape areas. Under the revised plan, Mandalay Avenue is totally redesigned and
reconstructed between Pier 60 Drive and Baymont Street. The road's center line would be
shifted to accommodate widened sidewalks, cafe areas, angled parking, increased pavers,
and landscaping on both sides of the street. This project is consistent with the festive and
unique atmosphere associated with Clearwater beach.
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Staff proposes to begin construction as early as July 1997, with the roadway
functionally open to through traffic on December 24, 1997. To meet this fast track
schedule, staff will seek partial design services from the City's Engineer of Record, PBS&J
(Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc.) The Engineering Department will manage the
design project and carry out the remainder of design tasks. The maximum total fee for
PBS&J services is $150,000. Services should be completed in approximately 2 % months.
To meet the abridged construction schedule, staff proposes Phase I entail total
closure of Mandalay Avenue between Pier 60 Drive and Papaya Street while maintaining
two-way traffic between Papaya and Baymont Streets. Next, Mandalay Avenue would
close between Papaya and Baymont Streets.
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Assistant City Manager Bob Keller said the Mandalay Avenue Streetscape Plan is an
exciting and dynamic project. Clearwater beach attracts an international market and must
compete with worldwide destinations. He said the product must be improved,
recommending improvements to the infrastructure. This request for design services is
limited to the intensive planning work before a "go/no go" decision is reached. Mr. Keller
said property owners considering improvements will base investment decisions on this
plan. He said input at a recent public meeting indicated strong interest that something
should be done now to spur redevelopment. Staff is trying to be sensitive to residents and
those who use this road for through traffic. Poinsettia Avenue improvements should
address those concerns.
Mr. Keller reviewed the project: 1) traffic capacity - replacing 4-lanes with 3-lanes in
the 2 block area will change the nature of the roadway but will not change the road's
carrying capacity in a negative way; 2) cost estimates are soft - requested design services
will provide information needed to develop a firm cost estimate and evaluate the project's
feasibility; and 3) timing - businesses indicated work should be done when least disruptive.
Alternatives included total closure or block by block closure. Staff will work with
merchants and residents to develop the least disruptive plan.
After Monday's Work Session, staff went door to door in the affected area,
distributing a newsletter regarding the project. Reaction to a 6-month total closure was
mixed, but it was felt the project is needed and the final design was supported. He said
the project would take parallel tracks: 1) construction and 2) impact mitigation. He said
the City Manager would assign him to oversee the amelioration of the project, suggesting
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the City could have fun with the project. Mr. Keller said the design services would fast
track the project's engineering to provide data in May necessary to identify costs and
appraise the City's ability to complete a functional road by December 24, 1997. He will
not recommend the project unless he is convinced the schedule can be met.
Jay Keyes, representing the Clearwater Beach Association, said the organization
supports the project. He invited staff to address the organization regarding the project.
In response to a question, the City Manager said the original Mandalay Avenue
streets cape plan was limited to landscaping and maintained the street's four lanes. She
said this more comprehensive improvement widens sidewalks to improve the pedestrian
atmosphere and permit sidewalk cafes. Restricting traffic lanes is necessary to meet
pedestrian needs. She said alternating the direction of the middle lane had been
considered. The City does not want traffic traveling fast through this section.
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Anna Cook, Ed Hogan, Erica Jensen, Joseph Ulman, Eileen Cable, Gigi Boyer, Alan
Walman, Anne Garris, Richard Ryan, Sandy Button, Ed Maracelli, Stewart Hallbower, Sarah
Hinkle, Henry Haddock, Linda Cabilus, Beverly Allman, and Patty Humburg opposed the
project, noting difficulties and delays associated with Safety Harbor's streetscape project,
three-lanes will not carry sufficient traffic, beautification can occur without restructuring
traffic, bottlenecks will occur and are bad for business, alternative routes are Iimited,
emergency responses will be delayed, access to North beach residences will be more
difficult, residents were not contacted, diagonal parking is difficult to egress and is
dangerous for bicyclists and skateboarders, inadequate parking exacerbates traffic
problems, Poinsettia Avenue improvements and sto'refront beautification should to be done
first, and Mandalay should be widened.
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Julie Nichols, Marla Winter, John Mahoney, Keith Lamby, and Sheila Cole,
supported the project, noting Clearwater beach is a tourism community and needs to move
into the 21 st Century, merchants will locate elsewhere if deterioration continues,
emergency response times are good, Mandalay Avenue needs to be spruced up,
Southbound traffic on Mandalay Avenue should be one lane to ease traffic onto South
beach, and it is dangerous for pedestrians to cross 4 traffic lanes.
Jim Wood expressed concern the project had not received adequate planning. Chris
Bartholomew recommended the City take the time to build consensus for the project.
It was noted future needs must be considered. In response to a question, Mr. Keller
said plans are to improve Poinsettia Avenue as the project progresses. The Traffic Engineer
believes the upgrades will ease congestion problems. Staff is attempting to mitigate all
problems. Civil Engineer Mahshid Arasteh said traffic currently is congested at the SR 60
and Mandalay Avenue intersection. Diverting Mainland-bound traffic away from this
intersection will help solve congestion problems.
It was noted it is difficult to satisfy everyone. The City is trying to attract tourists
to the beach. It was felt staff will address traffic concerns and the project will benefit
Clearwater. Support of a streetscape project was expressed but concerns were expressed
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regarding fast tracked plans. A traffic plan, budget, funding source, parking plan, etc.,
were requested. In response to a question, Mr. Keller said the $150/000 requested for
design services will outsource engineering work necessary for staff to present the City
Commission with a plan that includes traffic mitigation and a realistic time frame. Without
outside help, the Engineering staff cannot accomplish the project in 1997. Ms. Arasteh
said the proposed schedule is tight. Construction is planned for the rainy season. Eighty
drawings must be prepared within 2 % months and permits must be obtained from FOOT
and SWFWMO (Southwest Florida Water Management ~istrict). It was suggested the
project could start in May 1998. It was felt something must be done but delaying the
project may be wise.
Commissioner Clark moved to deny approval of contract with PBS&J for design
services for the Mandalay Streetscape project. The motion was duly seconded.
Commissioners Clark, Hooper, and Seel voted "Aye"; Commissioner Johnson and Mayor
Garvey voted "Nay." Motion carried.
It was pointed out the project embraces the City priorities of public safety,
. economic development, and tourism. Concern was expressed regarding narrowing
Mandalay Avenue from four-lanes and closing Mandalay Avenue during construction. It
was stated the project will meet future City needs. It was felt no time ever will be "right."
Complete in~ormation was requested so a decision can be reached. .
It was suggested Mandalay streetscaping be discussed at a future Work Session. It
was felt the Commission should reconsider the initial proposal for a four-lane project. Plans
f~ regarding upgrades to Poinsettia Avenue and Baymont Street were requested.
The Commission recessed from 8:01 to 8:15 p.m.
ITEM #21 - Res. #97-12 - providing for termination of parking facilities lease for the Park
Street Garage, dated 08/28/86, with the CRA (FN)
The CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) owns two floors of the Park Street
Garage parking facility which are leased to the City and are a designated part of the City/s
parking system. The CRA has granted an option to a buyer to purchase the parking facility.
The Park Street Garage property cannot be sold until the lease is canceled between the City and
CRA.
The CRA provided the funds to construct the Park Street Garage through the issuance
of the $1.66-million Tax Increment and Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 1986. The 1 986 Bonds
are secured, in part, by lease revenues generated by the lease agreement between the City and
CRA. The lease cannot be canceled until provisions are made to redeem or defease the 1986
Bonds. The bonds can be redeemed prior to their respective maturities after giving notice to the
bond holders of not more than 30 days and not less than 1 5 days.
Currently, $1,605,000 in bonds is outstanding on the 1986 Bonds. Redemption
provisions call for payment of a 1 % premium on bonds outstanding, totaling $1 ,621,050 for
principal and premium on the bonds. In addition, interest 18 % - 8 %) through payment date will
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be required. The CRA has approximately $1 A-million in the Debt Service Fund and Downtown
Redevelopment Project of the Capital Improvement Fund available to redeem or defease the
1 986 Bonds.
Sale of the two floors of the Park Street Garage is expected to generate adequate funds
to redeem or defease the 1986 Bonds when combined with currently available funds. The
Bonds cannot be redeemed or defeased until the funds are received from the sale of the parking
faclllty. Adoption of this resolutIon provides for the cancellation of the lease between the City
and CRA only upon the sale of the Park Street Garage and defeasance of the 1986 Bonds.
Commissioner Hooper moved to terminate the parking facilityis lease dated August 28,
1 986, with the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City and that the appropriate officials
be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-12 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-12 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was: .
"Nays": None.
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ITEM #22 - Authorize Supplemental JPA #2 with FDOT fa constructing new airplane
hangars at Clearwater Airpark; Res. #97-09 - authorizing execution of Supplemental JPA
#2 with FDOT (ENl
FOOT (Florida Department of Transportation) previously agreed to provide 50%
reimbursable funding for the construction of 2 enclosed airplane T -hangars at Clearwater
Airpark in the form of a JPA. This project was estimated to cost $600,000. Under the
agreement, the City pays for the project up-front and then is reimbursed by FDOT up to
50% of the total construction cost. FOOT programmed its funding In increments to initiate
the project and provide funding on a timely basis. The first FOOT Increment of $75,000
occurred in Florida's FY 1994/95 budget. The original JPA, executed on June 21, 1995,
totaled $150/000. The second FOOT increment of $150,000 represented Supplemental
Joint Project Agreement #1 and occurred in the State's FY 1995/96 budget. Supplemental
Joint Project Agreement #1, totaling $450,000, was executed on November 9, 1995. The
third FOOT increment of $117,000 represents this Supplemental Joint Project Agreement
#2 and occurs in the State's FY 1996/97 budget. Supplemental Joint Project Agreement
#2 increases the total project budget to a maximum total cost of $684,000.
This project, under construction by Hennessy Construction Services for a contract
price of $485,124.48, is approximately 75% complete. While the total amount of the
project ($684/000) is substantially more than the approved contract amount, the City's
share of the JPA is 50% of the Commission approved construction contract of
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,$485,124.48. Upon project c€?mpletion, any remaining FDOT funds can be transferred to
other Airpark projects. The resolution approves the hangar construction project and
satisfies FOOT's resolution requirement.
Commissioner Johnson moved to authorize Supplemental Joint Project Agreement
#2 and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-09 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-09 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
.t Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #23 - Neighborhood & Affordable HousinQ Advisory Board - 1 appointment (ClK)
Commissioner Johnson moved to appoint Warren Hunt. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #24 - Long Center Board of Directors - 1 appointment rCLK)
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Commissioner Hooper volunteered to serve.
Commissioner Seel moved to appoint Commissioner Hooper. The motion was duly
seconded and curried unanimously.
ITEM #25 - Other Pending Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #26 - Resolutions
a) Res. #97-16 - Assessing property owners the costs of having mowed or cleared owners'
lots
The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-16 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-16 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
UAyes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Naystl: None.
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b) Res. #97-17 - supporting the MPO's "Hang Up Your Keys ... Don't Be a S.O.V." (single
occupant vehicle) program for week of May 12, 1997 '
Commissioner Clark indicated this program encourages people to car pool, use mass
transit, etc.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-17 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-17 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, See I and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #27 - Other City Attorney Items
Verhoeven vs. the City
The City Attorney reported the case, Verhoeven vs. the City, has been settled
within the parameters established by the City Commission. Attorney fees are less than
$5,000.
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Camp Soule
The City Attorney reported the Executive Committee of the Boy Scouts had voted
against continuing discussions regarding the sale of Camp Soule. The City was concerned
the Boy Scouts' demand for total control of the property, including access, for 99 years
was inconsistent with the FCT (Florida Communities Trust) grant, valued at $1 A-million.
The hard work by volunteers to preserve this property was noted. Staff will research
options with FCT. It was hoped the Boy Scouts will not decide to sell the camp in the
future.
ITEM #28 - City Manager Verbal Reports
Mr. Keller reported the OOB (Downtown Development Board) voted unanimously to
create a formal partnership with the CRA. He will provide additional data at the next CRA
meeting.
ITEM #29 - Commission Discussion Items
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a) Recap of Savannah Trip
Discussion was continued until the next Work Session.
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Commissioner Seel thanked Mr. May for sharing his CSX contact to address railroad
crossings.
Commissioner Seel requested information regarding Clearwater resident parking
passes. It was recommended the newspaper also publish the information.
Commissioner Seel requested the public be informed regarding the Safe Place
program.
Commissioner Johnson questioned if the Mandalay Streetscape newsletter would
continue. Mr. Keller indicated a follow-up report will be distributed soon.
Commissioner Johnson questioned the status of the search for an Airpark FBO
(Fixed Base Operator). The City Manager indicated a recommendation probably would be
, brought forward the first meeting in April.
Commissioner Johnson stated Clearwater does not need a Love Sponge nightclub.
Commissioner Seel requested all Commission members sign a letter supporting Ruth
Eckerd Hall's cultural activities' grant application. It was agreed to do so.
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Commissioner Hooper reported the Commission has committed to 62 meetings with
employees to "roll out" the Vision Statement. The City Manager reported the Vision
Statement will be presented at the advisory board dinner via a video. The employees and
City Manager staff were thanked for their commitment to this, as well.
Mayor Garvey requested relocating Vision Statement meetings scheduled at the
Sailing Center due to heavy seasonal traffic. Staff will review.
Mayor Garvey invited participation in Project Self-Sufficiency's annual Clothing Drive
prior to March 20, 1997.
Mayor Garvey reported Saturday/s Farmers Market is held at Station Square Park
from 8:00 a.m. to 1 :00 p.m.
Mayor Garvey invited volunteers to participate in Paint Your Heart Out Clearwater
on March 8, 1997.
ITEM #31 - Adjournment - 8:33 p.m.
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