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ACTION AGENDA. CLEARWATER CITY COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, May 1, 1997. 6:00 P.M. . Commission Chambers
Welcome. We are glad to have you join us. If you wish to speak please walt to be recognized, then
state your ns.m.g and address. Persons speaking before the City Commission on other than Public
Hearing items shall be limited to 3 minutes. No person shall speak more than once on the same
subject unless granted permission by the City Commission. ANY PERSON WITH A DISABILITY
REQUIRING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING,
SHOULD CALL 813/562.4090.
1 . Invocation
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Service Awards
4. Introductions and Awards
5. Presentations
6. Approval of Minutes. Regular Meeting
4/1 7/97
1. Pastor Anthony Ballestero, The Pentecostals
of Clearwater.
2. Mayor.
3. None.
4. Proclamations:
Nurses Week. 5/6.12/97
Letter Carrier Food Drive Day. 5/10/97
Melanoma Skin Cancer Detection and
Prevention Month - 5/97
Motorcycle Awareness and Safety Month - 5/97
5. None.
6. Approved as submitted.
7. Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda
(~)ohn Doran complimented the Library for the excellent job they are doing with Clearwater home page
,~ on the internet. He also complimented the Mayor for her participation on the Convention & Visitors
Bureau (CVB) and stated he believed it was making a difference.
Fran Briskman and Sheila Cole, representing the Island Estates Civic Association, requested
consideration of a park being constructed on city owned property on Island Estates.
Garv Beniamin, Airport Authority member, requested periodic reviews with advisory boards be
reinstituted.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Not Before 6:00 P.M.
Variance & Rezoning public hearings:
All Individuals speaking on these items will be sworn-jn.
Staff states and summarizes reasons for recommendation (2 minutes).
Applicant presents case. Witness may be cross-examined (15 minutes).
Staff presents further evidence. May be cross-examined (10 minutes).
Public comment (3 minutes per speaker).
City Commission discussion, and may question any witness.
Applicant may call witnesses in rebuttal {5 minutes}.
Conclusion by applicant (3 minutes).
Decision.
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Variance(s) to Sign Regulations for property
located at 1430 Bellealr Rd., Soc. 23-29-15,
M&B 31.01 (Community Reformed Church,
SV97-03) (CP)
9. Public Hearing - Amendment to Master Plan
for Morton Plant Hospital re Sign Plan for
entire hospital campus (CP)
8. Approved 24 sq.ft. area variance to allow 72
sq.ft. of freestanding sign area, and 112
sq. ft. area variance to allow a sign structure
with an area of 220 sq.ft.
9. Approved sign plan subject to: 1) the area of
sign #'s 23 & 26 identifying the Women's
Center shall not exceed 90 sq. ft. each, and
2) the area of sign #'s 33, 45, 47 & 52 shall
not exceed 56 sq.ft. each.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
10. Ord. #6139-97 - OPD Zoning for property 10. Ord. #6139-97 adopted.
located at 804 Pinellas St., Milton Park Sub.,
Blk 10, Lots 10- 1 2 (Word of Faith Church of
God, Inc. and Francis & Kristin Ferraro, Z97-
02)
11. Ord. #6141-97 - Vacating eastlwest alley 11. Ord. #6141-97 adopted.
between Lots 6-13, Blk 10, Milton Park Sub.
(Word of Faith Church of God. Inc., V97-02)
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
(:):ONSENT AGENDA (Items #12-15) - Approved as submitted.
The following items require no formal public hearing and are subject to being approved in a single
motion. However, any City Commissioner or the City Manager may remove an item from the Consent
Agenda to allow discussion and voting on the item individually.
12. Aooroval of Purchases & Declare surolus oer 4/16/97 memorandum:
One Seth Model SP-6Lt6-HAITISilent Pack, trailer mounted. diesel powered, 6" closed coupled
centrifugal trash pump, Power and Pumps, Inc., $25,397 (GS)
Replace one 1997 Dodge Intrepid administrative sedan, Lakeland Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge, Inc.,
$18,215; funding to be provided under City's master lease purchase agreement (GS)
Renewal - miscellaneous office supplies, The Smith Wilson Company. 5/22/97-5121/98. est.
$100,000 (FN)
Galvanized pipe and fittings, Noland Company, 5/2/97-511/98, est. $79,045.40 (GAS)
Replace two 1 997 The East Unloader aluminum 82 yard compaction trailers, East Manufacturing
Corp., $135,540; funding to be provided under City's master lease purchase agreement (GS)
Three 1997 Cushman Utility Police Vehicles, Golf Ventures, Inc.. $43,056; funding to be
provided under City's master lease purchase agreement (G5)
One 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 4x4 utility vehicle, Maroone Chevrolet, $30,566; funding to be
provided under City's master lease purchase agreement (GS)
Prism ScanlEnhanced Software portable radios & accessories, Ericsson Communications Inc.,
$ 58, 194.75 plus shipping (PO)
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16. Approved. Res. #97-31 adopted.
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Declare list of items from General Services/Fleet Administration surplus to City needs; approve
disposal through Tampa Machinery Auction IFN)
13. Electronic Data Interchange Trading Partner Agreement with Florida Gas Transmission to enable
CGS to nominate and transport bulk natural gas to gate stations IGAS)
14. Confirm appointment of James H. Moore to Board of Trustees, Clearwater Police Supplementary
Pension Plan (PO)
15. Water main easement and refuse, garbage collection and utility vehicle ingress/egress easement -
John F. Laurent and Bob Crawford, Co-trustees of Barbara Jane Durrance Trust (CA)
OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
16. Res. #97-31 - establishing the SHIP Local
Housing Assistance Plan for State Fiscal
Years 1997-2000 (HU)
17. Schedule presentation of selection
committee's top two ranked candidates re
Clearwater Airpark Fixed Base Operator;
direction requested for lease negotiation (EN)
18. Res. #97-30 - authorizing execution of
agreement with FOOT to construct a new
terminal building at Clearwater Airpark (EN)
,,~19. Approve City granting deed; Res. #97-20 -
t:t:?~ authorizing execution of Conservation
Easement Deed to FDEP (EN)
20. Other Pending Matters
17. Denied scheduling presentation. Approved
Clearwater Aircraft as # 1 ranked firm and
authorized negotiation of a contract based on
the RFP response.
18. Approved. Res. #97-30 adopted.
19. Approved. Res. #97-20 adopted.
20. None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
21 . Resolutions
a) Res. #97-32 - Abatement Lien - 917 Tuskawilla Street, 21-29-15-58068-018-0020 (Jeffrey C.
Benson) - ADOPTED
22. Other City Attorney Items - NONE
23. City Manager Verbal Reports
Rich Baier gave an update on the Sand Key Civic Beach Renourishment Project. Construction
has been delayed until early November. Federal money will be available and County & State
funds will be held in escrow.
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Clark ,requested direction re Commission preference for Drew Street/US19 overpass. Direction to
go with original plan for 12' lanes and earlier construction.
Clark questioned if Mr. Slavin is on track to provide requested Information. Ms. Deptula reported
, he had been requested to provide by 5/2/97.
HooDer reminded the public of Saturday's (5/3/97) Fun 'N' Sun parade.
Garvev reminded public of parade start time of 7:30 p.m. She reported it will not be broadcast
live but will be taped and aired later.
Seel questioned a letter re the consolidation of two schools. It was reported Ms. Rice is working
with the school system to find an alternate Countryside location for the adult education classes
that would be relocated.
Seel distributed a draft of a FAST team response and requested any Commissioners with
comments contact the City Clerk.
Garvev reminded the public of the Saturday Downtown Farmer's Market.
25. Adjournment - 7:55 p.m.
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, CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
May 1, 1 997
Present:
Rita Garvey
J. B.Johnson
Robert Clark
Ed Hooper
Karen Seel
Elizabeth M. Deptula
Kathy S. Rice
Bob KeUer
Pamela K. Akin
Rich Baier
John D. Richter
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Patricia O. Sullivan
Mayor/Commissioner
Vice~M ayor/Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
City Manager
Deputy City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
Engineering Director
Central Permitting Senior Planner
City Clerk
Board Reporter
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation
was offered by Pastor Anthony Ballestero of the Pentecostals of Clearwater. The Mayor
led the Pledge of Allegiance.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that order.
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ITEM #3 - Service Awards - None.
ITEM #4. Introductions and Awards
Proclamations: Nurses Week - May 6 - 1 2, 1997
Letter Carrier Food Drive Day - May 10,' 1997
Motorcycle Awareness and Safety Month - May 1997
Melanoma Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month ~ May 1 997
ITEM #5 - Presentations - None.
, ITEM #6 - Aoproval of Minutes
Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April
17, 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
John Doran complimented the Library's excellent work on the City's Internet home
page. He also complimented the Mayor for her participation on the CVB (Convention &
Visitors Bureau), stating her involvement is making a positive difference.
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Fran Briskman and Sheila Cole, representing the Island Estates Civic Association,
requested a park be constructed on City-owned land on Island Estates.
Garv Beniamin, Airport Authority member, requested the City Commission
reestablish periodic reviews with advisory boards.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #8 - Variance{s) to Sian Reaulations for orooertv located at 1430 Bellealr Rd., Sec.
23-29-15, M&B 31.01 (Community Reformed Church, SV97-03HCP)
This property, on the North side of Belleair Road, is West of Highland Avenue and
zoned Public/Semi-public. The applicant requests: 1) a 24-square foot area variance from
the permitted 48-square feet to allow 72-square feet of freestanding sign area and 2) a
11 2-square foot area variance from the permitted 1 08-square feet to allow a sign structure
with a 220-square foot area. The variance will enlarge the existing sign and increase the
sign's height from 4-feet, 3-inches to 6-feet.
Each of the sign's three panels is oriented in a different direction. The 24-square
foot bulletin board in the middle conforms to code. The total area of the two 36-square
foot end panels exceeds code.
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architecture and angles. One letter of objection was received.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the following variances: 1) a 24-square
foot area variance from the permitted 48-square feet to allow 72-square feet of
freestanding sign area and 2) a 11 2-square foot area variance from the permitted 108-
square feet to allow a sign structure with an area of 220-square feet, on property identified
as Sec. 23-29-15, M&B 31.01, for meeting Sec. 45.24, Standards for Approval, items 11)-
(4). The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #9 - Public HearinQ - Amendment to Master Plan for Morton Plant Hospital re Sian
Plan for entire hospital campus (CPI
The Morton Plant Hospital campus, zoned Master Planned Development District,
extends East of S. Ft. Harrison Avenue. Signs placed under this zoning district are subject
to City Commission review and approval. It is proposed to remove and replace the 50
current signs with 76 signs to identify the hospital and its facilities. A 20-foot high, 11-
foot wide monument on the Northwest corner of S. Ft. Harrison Ave. and Pinellas St. will
serve as the main sign identifying the hospital and have a message area of 27.25-square
feet.
Morton Plant Hospital is the only large campus-style development and regional
medical facility in the City. The hospital's signs address special public safety needs,
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including access identification and a potential urgency for health care, y.thich differ from
other institutional or commercial uses.
Requested signs: 1) one freestanding 20-foot high, 11-foot wide monument with
27.25-square feet of copy at Northwest corner of S. Fort Harrison Avenue and Pinellas
Street; 2) one directional 1 0.5-foot high, 8-foot wide monument with 3B-square feet of
copy at Southeast corner of Druid Road and Jeffords Street; 3) thirteen directional 9-foot
high, 6.8-foot wide monuments with 33-square feet of copy at road intersections; 4)
eleven directional 6-foot high freestanding signs with 12.5-square feet of copy at road and
driveway intersections; 5) two directional 3.2 X 2-foot attached sign with 2.5-square feet
of copy at Lykes Center; 6) six directional 6.5-foot high freestanding signs with 8.7-square
foot maps at varied locations; 7) five directional 4 X 3.B-square foot attached signs with
8.7-square foot maps at varied locations; 8} thirteen directional 4.3-foot high freestanding
signs with 2.9-square feet of copy on-campus and 7.25-square feet of copy off-campus at
parking lot entrances; 9) nine attached 56-square foot awning signs at varied locations; 10)
four attached wall signs with 82-square feet at varied locations; 11) ten attached wall
signs with 56-square feet; and 12) one directional 8-square foot attached sign at the
Women's Center.
Mr. Richter reviewed the proposed signage. The smaller signs will be located on the
campus' West side. The numerous signs throughout the campus will direct clients and
identify buildings. The proposed signs are in scale with the large, multi-use property. Staff
feels the request is reasonable and recommends its approval, subject to conditions.
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Emil Marquardt, representing Morton Plant Hospital, said notice of this request
indicated a Master Plan revision and concerned some neighborhood residents. The request
is related strictly to signs. He said the hospital tried to keep signage to a minimum. Signs
at the Jeffords Street intersections with S. Ft. Harrison Avenue and Druid Road will direct
traffic to the campus' main entrance at Ft. Harrison Avenue and Pinellas Street. He said
the sign at the Druid Road and Jeffords Street intersection could be reduced to 9-feet. He
said the hospital is comfortable with conditions proposed by staff.
Robert Kern, representing Harbor Oaks, supported the sign plan.
Commissioner Seel moved to approve the proposed sign plan for Morton Plant
Hospital, subject to the following conditions: 1) area of signs #23 and #26, identifying the
Women's Center, shall not exceed 90-square feet each and 2} the area of signs #33, #45,
#47, and #52 shall not exceed 56-square feet each. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Public Hearina - Second Readina Ordinances
ITEM #10 - Ord. #6139-97 - GPO Zoning for property located at 804 Pine lias St., Milton
Park Sub., Blk 10, Lots 10-12 (Word of Faith Church of God, Inc. and Francis & Kristin
Ferraro, Z97-02)
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Commissioner Seel said at first reading, a citizen requested a copy of a neighborhood
petition supporting this ordinance. Staff will check to see if the petition was received.
, The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6139-97 for second reading and read It by title
only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6139-97 on second and final
, reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Naystt: None.
ITEM #11 - Ord. #6141-97 - Vacating east/west alley between lots 6-13, Blk 10, Milton
Park Sub. (Word of Faith Church of God, Inc., V97-02)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6141-97 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6141-97 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"AyesU; Johnson, Clark. Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
UNaysU; None.
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ITEM #12 - Aoproval of Purchases & Declare surplus per 04/16/97 memorandum:
One Seth Model SP-6lt6-HAIT/Silent Pack, trailer mounted, diesel powered, 6-inch closed
coupled centrifugal trash pump, Power and Pumps, Inc., $25,397 (GS)
Replace one 1 997 Dodge Intrepid administrative sedan, lakeland Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge,
Inc., $18,215; funding to be provided under City's master lease purchase agreement (GS)
Renewal - miscellaneous office supplies, The Smith Wilson Company, OS/22/97 -05/21/98,
estimated $100,000 (FN)
Galvanized pipe and fittings, Noland Company, 05/02/97 -05/01/98, estimated $79,045.40
(GAS)
Replace two 1 997 The East Unloader aluminum 82 yard compaction trailers, East
Manufacturing Corp., $135,540;, funding to be provided under City's master lease purchase
agreement (GS)
Three 1997 Cushman Utility Police Vehicles, Golf Ventures, Inc., $43,056; funding to be
provided under City's master lease purchase agreement (GS)
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One 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 4x4 utility vehicle, Maroone Chevrolet, $30,566; funding to
be provided under City's master lease purchase agreement (GS)
Prism Scan/Enhanced Software portable radios & accessories, Ericsson Communications
Inc., $58,194.75 plus shipping (PO)
Bulk concrete, Florida Crushed Stone, 05/02/97 -05/01/98, estimated $38,269 (PS)
Declare list of items from General Services/Fleet Administration surplus to City needs;
approve disposal through Tampa Machinery Auction (FN)
ITEM #13 - Electronic Data Interchanae Tradina Partner Aoreement with Florida Gas
Transmission to enable CGS to nominate and transport bulk natural gas to gate stations
(GAS)
ITEM #14 - Confirm appointment of James H. Moore to Board of Trustees, Clearwater
Police Supplementarv Pension Plan (PO)
ITEM #15 - Water main easement and refuse. oarbaoe collection and utilitv vehicle
inaress/earess easement - John F. Laurent and Bob Crawford, Co-trustees of Barbara Jane
Durrance Trust (CA)
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Commissioner Johnson 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 #16 - Res. #97-31 - establishing the SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan for State
Fiscal Years 1997-2000 (HU)
The SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership) program, centerpiece of the William
E. Sadowski Affordable Housing Act, is financed by the documentary stamp tax on deeds
and creates a comprehensive funding package for local affordable housing programs. The
State estimates the City will receive $633,161 during each State FY (fiscal year) 1997-00.
The City must use at least 75% of the funding for construction, rehabilitation or
emergency repair, and 65% for home ownership. Very low-income persons must occupy
at least 30% of assisted households, low-income persons must occupy another 30% of
assisted households, and the balance may be occupied by moderate-income persons. On
April 15, 1997, NAHAS (Neighborhood & Affordable Housing Advisory Board)
recommended Commission adoption of the Local Housing Assistance Plan.
Commissioner Johnson moved to establish the SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan
for State fiscal years 1997 through 2000 and that the appropriate officials be authorized to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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UAyeslt: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and GaNey.
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The City Attorney presented Resolution #g7~31 and read it by title only. Commissioner
Seel moved to pass and adopt Resolution #g7~31 and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
lINays": None.
ITEM #17 - Schedule presentation of selection committee's top two ranked candidates re
Clearwater AirDark Fixed Base Ooerator: direction reauested for lease neootiation (EN)
On December 9, 1996, the City solicited RFPs (Requests for Proposal) for a
minimum 5-year lease agreement with 2 consecutive 5-year renewal periods for a FBD
(Fixed Base Operator) to provide aviation services at Clearwater Airpark. A Selection
Committee was formed: 1) Assistant City Manager Bob Keller; 2) Finance Director Margie
Simmons; 3) City Engineer Rich Baier; 4) Airpark staff liaison Glen Bahnick; 5) Airport
Authority Chair Harry Silcox; 6) Airport Authority member Gary Benjamin; 7) Clearwater
Chamber of Commerce member Mark Abdo, 8) Clearwater Chamber of Commerce member
Dick Fitzgerald, and 9) pilot and airpark tenant Buz Huechen.
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On February 19, 1997, the Selection Committee noted Clearwater Flying
Corporation and ARM had not submitted required credit references or financial pro formas
and determined the candidates did not meet the RFP's minimum qualifications. On March
10, 1997, the remaining 4 candidates made oral presentations. Candidates were evaluated
according to criteria enumerated in the RFP: 1) 30% - experience; 2) 20% - fullness of
resources; 3) 30% - economic return to City; and 4) 20% - safety. The Selection
Committee finalized the ranking: 1) Clearwater Aircraft, Inc.; 2) Leading Edge Aviation
Services, Inc.; 3) Hawthorne Aviation, Inc.; and 4) Suncoast Flying Services, Inc. The FBD
must complete successfully a background check.
Due to the divergent long range visions of the top 2 candidates, the Engineering
Department and Assistant City Manager recommend these 2 candidates make
presentations to the Commission. At the last Selection Committee meeting, it was
determined either of the top 2 candidates would be a satisfactory FBD. A FBD Lease
Agreement will be presented to the City Commission upon completion of negotiations. The
Airport Authority currently is reviewing and preparing recommendations regarding lease
provisions.
Glen Bahnick, Airport Authority staff liaison, reviewed the process the Selection
Committee used to rank FaD candidates. The RFP was distributed through normal
channels and the Internet. Staff recommends the City Commission hear presentations from
the top two candidates. The City Manager said the presentations will take less than 30
minutes each.
Airport Authority member Gary Benjamin provided a brief background of the
procedure and reviewed letters from staff recommending Clearwater Aircraft, Inc., the top
ranked firm. He expressed concern staff changed their recommendation in April even
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Commissioner Johnson moved to deny staff's recommendation and to approve the
Selection Committee's #1 ranking of Clearwater Aircraft, Inc. The motion was duly
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though no additional presentations or changes were made by the Selection Committee after
the March 10, 1997, meeting. He said the Selection Committee worked hard ranking the
candidates. He recommended the City Commission accept the committee's ranking and
move ahead with lease negotiations with the top ranked firm. He also recommended
against assigning senior and junior level employees to the same committee as senior level
employees can influence junior level employees. It was noted the Selection Committee's
function was to determine a ranking.
Concerns were expressed that staff's recommendation had changed from the time
of the Selection Committee presentations to the preparation of the agenda item. The City
Manager said the committee had ranked the candidates, however, differences between the
top two-rated candidates are philosophical and distinct. She recommended the
Commission hear and consider those differences.
Mark Moberg, President of Leading Edge Aviation, said there is confusion regarding
the process. No record exists of the meeting when the candidates were ranked. He said
Leading Edge would have scored higher had their experience and ability been reported
accurately. He requested the opportunity to make a formal and professional presentation
to the City Commission to judge the merits of proposal.
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In response to a question, Mr. Baier, Selection Committee Chair, said a formal vote
was not taken at the last meeting, however, he understood the top two candidates would
be brought forward for Commission consideration. Mr. Benjamin said that was not the
case. The Committee had ranked the candidates. He charged the decision to bring
forward two candidates occurred during discussions after the meeting. In response to a
question, Mr. Baier said no formal motion recommended bringing forward two candidates.
The committee's task was to rank the candidates, which was done. The City Manager is
responsible for bringing forward recommendations to the City Commission.
David Moberg, vice-president of Leading Edge Aviation, expressed concern some
committee members may have been biased against his firm. He said the ranking of his firm
was based on only 6 years of experience while the candidate has 25 years of combined
experience.
It was noted Commission members had taken time to visit airparks and experience
differences in operational styles and abilities. It was questioned if the Committee had
considered the candidates from the Commission's viewpoint. It was felt the City
Commission had nothing to lose by listening to two presentations. It was noted the City
Commission has never had consensus regarding a philosophy related to the operation of the
Airpark.
Assistant City Manager Bob Keller said staff's recommendation to consider two
candic:lates is based on the dramatically different approach and diametrically opposed
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philosophy each candidate proposes. He said listening to the two presentations would
provide the best chance for the Commission to make a decision regarding the facility's
future direction. In response to a question, he said differences relate to the financial
proposals submitted, planned improvements, etc. It was stated this decision addresses
more than the selection process. It was pointed out the Committee already was provided
all relevant information. The City Manager recommended the Commission consider both
candidates as their criteria may differ from that of the committee. It was felt staff had
followed Commission direction to rank the candidates and that the Commission should
respect staff's recommendation. Concern was expressed the process should not be
changed at this point. It was noted the decision could affect the airpark's operation for the
next 25 years. It was stated Clearwater Aircraft was ranked # 1 by this and a previous
process. Concern was expressed regarding the fairness of having Clearwater Aircraft make
another presentation to confirm its #1 ranking.
Upon the vote being taken, Commissioners Johnson and Clark and Mayor Garvey
voted "Aye"; Commissioners Hooper and Seel voted "Nay." Motion carried.
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Concern was expressed the motion only ranked Clearwater Aircraft, Inc. # 1. It was
questioned what would happen if a lease cannot be negotiated with Clearwater Aircraft. It
was stated another RFP would have to be distributed if the final rankings are not approved.
It was felt the City Commission should hear a presentation from Leading Edge Aviation
before accepting all rankings. It was questioned if the $1,500 spent for Commissioners to
visit area airparks was wasted as that information was not used in this determination. It
was noted economic considerations also relate to the airpark's benefit to the business
community.
Commissioner Clark moved to direct staff to negotiate a Lease Agreement with the
top ranked candidate, Clearwater Aircraft, Inc., based on the RFP response. The motion
was duly seconded.
Mr. Benjamin said the Selection Committee spent a great deal of time reviewing the
applicants' financials. He estimated the City would lose $158,000 if it chose Leading Edge
over Clearwater Aircraft. It was questioned why Leading Edge did not receive a score of
"0" under economics if Mr. Benjamin's claim is true. Mr. Benjamin said committee
members voted individually. It was noted the top two candidates are only 4 points apart.
In response to a question, Mr. Baier said one member felt it was not appropriate to vote
after missing the first two presentations due to car trouble.
Mr. Moberg said the City Commission needs to have all the information to make a
decision and offered to return for a full presentation. He said confusion exists if committee
members feel such a huge disparity exists.
Upon the vote being taken, Commissioners Johnson and Clark and Mayor Garvey
voted "Aye"; Commissioners Hoope:r and Seel voted "Nay." Motion carried.
ITEM #18 - Res. #97-30 - authorizing execution of agreement with FOOT to construct a
new terminal building at Clearwater Airpark (EN)
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funding to construct a new flight operations terminal building at Clearwater Airpark
estimated to cost $200,000. The City must pay project costs up front before reimbursement
from FOOT. To provide funding on a timely basis, FOOT has programmed $100,000 in
Florida's FY (fiscal year) 1996/97 budget which ends June 30, 1997. Execution of this JPA
(Joint Participation Agreement) encumbers FY 1 996/97 State funds and initiates the project.
State funding will not be available for this project if this JPA is not executed before June 30,
1997.
The existing Flight Operations Terminal Building, constructed in 1970, has problems
related to non-compliance with ADA (American with Disabilities Act), severe differential
foundation settling, termite damage, and inefficient HV AC systems. Replacing the building is
programmed in the City's FY 2000/01 budget. The new terminal's location will be
determined during the Airpark Master Plan update process.
Approval of this JPA sets the mechanism for 50% reimbursement of project costs by
the State but does not approve the project. Engineering Services will bring forward plans and
specifications for City Commission approval according to City standards.
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Commissioner Hooper moved to authorize the execution of a Joint Participation
Agreement between the City and Florida Department of Transportation to construct a new
terminal building at Clearwater Airpark and that the appropriate officials be authorized to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-30 and read it by title only. Commissioner
Clark moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97 -30 and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: '
"Ayes1t: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
IINaystl: None.
ITEM #19 - Aoprove Citv qrantinQ deed: Res. #97-20 - authorlzinQ execution of
Conservation Easement Deed to FOE? (EN)
The City is extending Landmark Drive South from Enterprise Road East to Lake
Chautauqua Park. To compensate for impacts to Mullet Creek, it is necessary to preserve a
transitional wetland area and mitigation area. A Conservation Easement Deed dedicated to
FDEP (Florida Department of Environmental Protection) is required pursuant to Florida Statute
704.06. A FOE? permit has been issued, conditioned upon the Conservation Easement Deed
being dedicated.
Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the City's granting a Conservation Easement
Deed to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-20 and read it by title only. Commissioner
Johnson moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-20 and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
ItAyes": Johnson, Clark. Hooper, Seol and Garvey.
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ITEM #20 - Other Pendinq Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #21 - Resolutions
a) Res. #97-32 - Abatement Lien - 917 Tuskawilla Street, 21-29-15-58068-018-0020
(Jeffrey C. Benson)
The City Attorney presented Resolution #97-32 and read it by title only. Commissioner
Clark moved to pass and adopt Resolution #97-32 and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayeslt: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
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ITEM #22 - Other City Attorney Items - None.
ITEM #23 - City ManaQer Verbal Reports
Mr. Baier provided an update on beach renourishment plans for Sand Key, stating
staff anticipates construction will be delayed until early November 1997. Federal money
will be available for the project. State and County funds for the project have been
escrowed.
ITEM #24 - Other Commission Action
Commissioner Clark requested direction regarding the Commission's preference for
the Drew Street/US 19N interchange. The original proposal with 1 2-foot lanes can be
constructed in 1999. The second proposal costs $6-million less, has 11-foot lanes, and
can be constructed in 2002. The Chamber of Commerce has recommended doing it, and
doing it soon. Mr. Baier said nearby businesses will not notice much difference in the
designs. Right~of~way acquisition will affect some business parking. He noted this
intersection rates high for accidents. Pedestrian activity in the location continues.
Consensus was to support the original plan with 1 2-foot lanes and earlier
construction.
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Commissioner Clark questioned if Mr. Slavin is on track to provide requested
information regarding the City Manager search process. The City Manager indicated the
materials are due by May 2, 1997.
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May 3, 1997.
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Mayor Garvey announced the Fun N' Sun parade begins at 7:30 p.m. The parade
will not be broadcast live but will be taped and aired later on C-View TV.
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Commissioner See I questioned a letter regarding the consolidation of adult education
classes at Countryside High School and Palm Harbor High School The City Manager stated
Deputy City Manager Kathy Rice is working with the school system to find an alternative
Countryside location for adult education classes that would be relocated. It was suggested
churches and synagogues may wish to participate.
Commissioner Seel distributed a draft of a FAST team response to Representative
Bill McCollum regarding the prevention block grant program and requested Commissioners
contact the City Clerk with comments. '
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mornings.
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The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
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