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1. Commissioner Clark.
2. Mayor.
3. None.
4. Proclamations:
Safe Boating Week - 5/17-23/97
Emergency Medical Week - 5/18-24/97
5. a) update received.
Karl Guenther. Clearwater Bombers,
requested funding for the team.
Leonard Tria re Single Occupancy Vehicle
Reduction Program.
6. Approved as submitted.
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ACTION AGENDA - CLEARWATER CITY COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, May 15, 1997 - 6:00 P.M. - Commission Chambers
Howard Groth presented a petition requesting clean up of Pierce Street retention pond.
1 . Invocation
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Service Awards
4. Introductions and Awards
5. Presentations:
a) Commissioner Robert Stewart, Pine lias
County, countywide update
6. Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting
5/1/97
7. Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda
John Doran, reported Clearwater Beach Association Board of Directors has passed a resolution to
express disappointment in chosen bridge route and requested reconsideration. Announced clean up of
south side of Memorial Causeway, Saturday, 5/17/97 at 8:30 a.m.
~;~':;>'nne Garris thanked City for Parks & Recreation Director Ream WlIson and his response to
community .
Jill Nickerson, Suncoast Sailing Team, requested pro rated funds for advertising during their trip to
Europe.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Not Before 6:00 P.M.
8. Public Hearing & First Reading Ord. #6144-
97 - Vacating 40' r-o-w of Adams Avenue,
from south r-o-w line of Jeffords Street south
300' subject to retaining the r-o-w full-width
as a drainage and utilities easement IHilleboe,
V97-03)(EN)
9. Variance{s) to Sign Regulations for property
located at 640 Chestnut St., Court Square,
Blk 13, part of Lot 6 & all of Lots 7-9 and
Magnolia Park, Blk 13, Lots 10, 11, and part
of 12 together with vacated alley between
(Clearwater Depot, Inc., Cepeot Corp., and
PorpoIse Pool & Patio, Inc., SV97-05)
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8. Approved. Ord. #6144-97 passed 1st
reading.
9. Approved variance to allow 64 sq.ft., 20'
high freestanding sign with minimum setback
of 5' from all street rights-of-way subject to
the design of the proposed sign being
reviewed & approved by the Design Review
Board.
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.., O. Public Hearing & First Reading Ords. #6142- 10. Continued to 6/5/97.
.....,. 97 & #6143-97 - land Use Plan Amendment
to Commercial Neighborhood & CpO Zoning
for property located on N side of SR590,
approx. 700' W of McMullen Booth Rd.,
Sail's lake Park, Unit B, Tract B (Terepka,
lUP97-02, 297-03) - To be Cont. to 6/6/97
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CONSENT AGENDA (Items # 11-16) - 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.
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Approval of Purchases per 4/30/97 memorandum:
One Ford Crown Victoria Police Pursuit vehicle (replacement), Duval Ford, $21,867; funding to be
provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement IGS)
One 1997 Ford F700 lP bulk delivery tanker truck (replacement), Dixie Meter & Service
Company, $62,305.99; funding to be provided by City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
One 1997 Chevrolet pickup trucl( (replacement), Ed Morse Fleet, $14,323.96; funding to be
provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
One 1 997 Ford one ton truck cab and chassis with stake body (replacement), Duval Ford,
$20,275; funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Contract for environmental remediation of Berry Property, 107 Harrison Ave., Belleair Beach, to
Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc., est. $52,135.17 (GAS)
lease Agreement with Keramitsa, Inc., d/b/a/ Beach Diner, 8/1/97-7/3112003, with 2 year
extension if both parties agree, for guaranteed minimum rental of $60,000 annually, plus an
annual percentage of gross sales, with annual CPI increases starting 1/99 (MR)
Lease Agreement with BOHUNT for premises located at 1453 S. Greenwood Ave., Space B
(Police Mini-Station), for 7/1197-6/30/98, $3,300 rental (PO)
Contract for Allen's Creek Gabion Project to Keystone Excavators, Inc., $223,342.60 (EN)
Drainage and Utility Easements for Stevenson's Creek Project (CA)
a) Melissa pushinsky & Joseph and Antoinette Pushinsky - 1 329 Lotus Path
b) Doris Kuntz - 1362 Jeffords Street
c) Gary E. Rossi - 1352 Jeffords Street
d) Janeth and Jose Colon - 1 344 Jeffords Street
e) Frank and Debra Gossett - 1330 Jeffords Street
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OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
17. Approved.
17. Work Order, $38,802 to Post, Buckley,
Schuh & Jernigan, Inc. to develop
alternatives for modification of Pierce Street
Pond (EN)
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CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
19. Other City Attorney Items - Approved $100,000 settlement offer re Paul W. Gilfoyle vs City.
20. City Manager Verbal Reports
City Manager reported 6/2/97 9:00 a.m. Worksession conflicted with TBRPC. Changed to start
at 1 :00 p.m.
City Manager reported staff is contacting parties interested in city owned Island Estates property
to determine whether interest in the property would be affected if contractor for reclaimed water
uses the property for storage for 10-12 months.
City Manager announced 617197 Airpark Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Approved transfer of funds for Nagano Olympics to non-profit group established for that purpose
subject to certain conditions.
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Other Commission Action
a} City Manager Selection - Approved ranking: 1) Michael Roberto and 2) Robert La Sala. . City
Attorney to negotiate contract and Commission to consider at special meeting scheduled for
5/22/97, 10 a.m. '
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HooDer requested establishment of follow up procedure re conditions imposed with board
approvals.
HooDer requested streamlining process to address properties which fail to meet approved
conditions. City Attorney to review.
Seel requested an update on recent meeting re Mandalay Streetscape project.
Seel questioned actions taken re Coalition of Homeowners concerns re commercial banners.
Seel noted she was not present at the last Library Site Selection Meeting as reflected in the
minutes.
Seel requested scheduling future meetings at the 6/2/97 Worksession.
22. Adjournment - 9:36 p.m.
05/15197
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
May 15; 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
Mary K. "Sue" Diana
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
Assistant City Clerk
Board Reporter
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation
was offered by Commissioner Clark. The Mayor led the Pledge of 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
Proclamations:
Emergency Medical Week - May 18 - 24, 1 997
Safe Boating Week - May 17 - 23, 1997
ITEM #5 - Presentations
a) Pinellas County Commissioner Robert Stewart - Countywide update
Pinellas County Commissioner Robert Stewart thanked the City Commission for
supporting the Penny for Pinellas 1 O~year extension which passed with 65% approval. The
tax provides a revenue stream for infrastructure improvements and should provide the City
with $1 aO-million over 10 years. County Commissioner Stewart said the top North County
priorities are: 1) Keystone Road; 2) Brooker Creek Preserve; and 3) Belcher Road extension.
The County has budgeted $1 O-million toward the Memorial Causeway Bridge replacement.
He reported the MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization) had added the Causeway Bridge
project to the County's transportation priority list.
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Karl Guenther - President Clearwater Bombers re Clearwater Bombers
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He noted annexation and enclave issues are important to local municipalities. The
County is eager to pursue Interlocal agreements for the contractual deliveries of services.
He recently served on a Statewide commission considering ways to streamline local
government services. County Commissioner Stewart noted he serves on the CVB
(Convention and Visitors Bureau) with Mayor Garvey. In June, the CVB will take positive
action regarding the Mayor's request for support of Clearwater's facility at the 2000
Olympics in Nagano, Japan.
Next week, the County will conduct visioning meetings focused on water,
transportation, economic development, affordable housing, and the staffing of Countywbuilt
recreational centers. Although the County's FY (fiscal year) 1997/98 budget tops $1-
billion, the County Commission has been asked to maintain the current millage rate.
County Commissioner Stewart requested the City Commission forward their suggestions,
concerns, etc. to the County.
Clearwater Bombers President Karl Guenther distributed materials. He said a growth
management consultant had developed a plan for the team. He reviewed team expenses
and needs. The team has reduced its budget and is working to raise funds. The team is
successful and attracts championship games to Clearwater. He requested a one time
$7,000 monthly ($35,000 total) contingency to cover emergency expenses. He also
recommended a Parks & Recreation employee position of Bomber Softball Manager and
Administrator and suggested a worksession to define a plan. The Mayor indicated the
.;:;) request would be considered during the budget process.
Leonard Tria, Jr. - HDR Engineer ra SOV (Single Occupancy Vehicle) Reduction Program
Leonard Tria reviewed the six-year old commuter assistance program which provides
a toll free number (1-80Qw998-RIDE) for those interested in car pooling and operates vans in
FOOT (Florida Department of Transportation) District 7. Participants are guaranteed a ride
home. The program works with the City and MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization) and
has eliminated more than 25-million miles of driving and 1-miflion pounds of air pollutants.
Materials were distributed and riders were signed up at a recent rally at Station Square
Park.
ITEM #6 - Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
May 1, 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 AQenda
Howard Groth presented a petition requesting the clean-up of the Pierce Street
retention pond. Staff has contacted a contractor who will be spraying the pond.
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John Doran reported the CBA (Clearwater Beach Association) Board of Directors has
passed a resolution expressing disappointment in the chosen bridge route and requesting
the Commission reconsider the southern route. He invited participants to the clean-up of
the South side of Memorial Causeway, on May 17, 1997, at 8:30 a.m.
Anne Garris thanked the City for Parks & Recreation Director Ream Wilson's
response to community concerns regarding the planned beach aquatic center's design.
Jill Nickerson, representing the Suncoast Sailing Team, reported the team finished
3rd in the 1996 Olympic trails and is currently ranked #1 in the country. She said the team
has created excitement regarding Clearwater and requested the City provide pro rated
funds Tor advertising during their trip to Europe. It was noted the Commission's policy is to
consider funding requests during the budget process. Ms. Nickerson noted the City's
sponsorship ended in February 1997. This request was found to be more in tune with
tourism.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #8 - Public HearinQ & First Readina Ord. #6144-97 - Vacating 40' r-o-w of Adams
Avenue, from south r~o-w line of Jeffords Street south 300' subject to retaining the r-o-w
full-width as a drainage and utilities easement (HilIeboe, V97-03)1EN)
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The applicant requests vacating the 40-foot right-of-way of Adams Avenue from the
South right-of-way of Jeffords Street 300 feet South. The applicant proposes to use the
portion of right-of-way to construct additional parking for his apartment complex. The
right-of-way vacation will enhance the City's tax base. The right-of-way is not paved or
used for vehicular traffic. Both ends of the right-of-way were posted, noticing the vacation
proposal.
The City has a 6-inch water and 2-inch gas main within the portion of right-ot-way
to be vacated. The water and gas mains may need to be relocated depending on the
parking lot's final design and drainage facilities. The relocation can be a condition of
building permit approval and will be done at the owner's expense. The City will retain the
right-of-way full-width as a drainage and utilities easement. Public utilities have no
objections to the request. City Department/Divisions concerned with easement vacation
requests have reviewed the petition. Engineering Services has no objection to the request
provided the right-of-way is retained full width as a drainage and utility easement and the
applicant pays all costs to relocate the water and gas mains if required. The City Engineer
recommends approval of the request.
In response to a question from applicant Charles HHleboe, Engineering Director Rich
Baier said the City's drainage and utility easement will not impair the ability to use the
property for a parking lot. The City retains the easement to make repairs when needed.
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Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the applicant's request to vacate the 40-
foot right-of-way of Adams Avenue from the South right-of-way line of Jeffords Street
South 300-feet, subject to retaining the right-of-way full-width as a drainage and utilities
easement. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6144-97 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass Ordinance #6144-97 on first reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
Note: It was later discovered this case was not advertised fully, see minutes of 6/19/97
ITEM #9 - Variance(s) to Skm Requlations for orooertv located at 640 Chestnut St., Court
Square, Blk 13, part of Lot 6 & all of Lots 7-9 and Magnolia Park, Blk 13, Lots 10, 11, and
part of 12 together with vacated alley between (Clearwater Depot, Inc., Cepcot Corp., and
Porpoise Pool & Patio, Inc., SV97-05)
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The property, on the West side of East Avenue between Court and Chestnut
streets, is zoned Urban Center (Core) 2. The applicant requests a variance to allow a 64-
square foot, 20-foot high freestanding sign with a minimum setback of 5-feet from all
street rights-of-way in a zoning district where freestanding signs are not permitted. On
April 8, 1997, the ORB ( Design Review Board) recommended approval of a freestanding
pole sign subject to final ORB review and approval of the design.
Applicant Fred Thomas verified photographs of the property presented him by
Central Permitting Director Scott Shuford. He said Court Street has 4-lanes of one-way
traffic and the sign will help prevent a safety hazard. Mr. Shuford noted City Commission
direction to change the Land Development Code to allow freestanding signs in this district.
In response to a question, Mr. Shuford said the ORB reviewed the sign at their meeting on
May 13, 1997 and did not approve the design. An appeal of that decision has been filed
by the applicant.
Commissioner Clark moved to approve a variance to allow a 64-square foot, 20-foot
high freestanding sign with a minimum setback of 5-feet from all street rights-of-way in a
zoning district where freestanding signs are not permitted, on property identified as Court
Square, Block 13, part of Lot 6, and all of lots 7, 8, and 9, and Magnolia Park, Block 13,
Lots 10, 11, and part of 12, together with vacated alley between, for meeting Sec. 45.24,
Standards for Approval, items (1 )-(4), subject to the following condition: Design of the
proposed sign shall be subject to the review and approval of the Design Review Board. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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ITEM #10. Public Hearina & First Readimt Ords. #6142.97 & #6143-97 - Land Use Plan
Amendment to Commercial Neighborhood & CPO Zoning for property located on N side of
SR590, approx. 700' W of McMullen Booth Rd., Sail's Lake Park, Unit 8, Tract 8 ITerepko,
LUP97-02, Z97-03)
The City Manager requested continuing Item # 10 to allow the applicant time to
revise his site plan and meet the easement and buffering requirements.
Commissioner Hooper moved to continue Item #10 to June 5, 1997. The motion
was duly seconded and carried un~nimously.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #11-16) . - Approved as submitted
ITEM #11 - Aoproval of Purchases oer 04/30/97 memorandum:
One Ford Crown Victoria Police Pursuit vehicle (replacement), Duval Ford, $21,867;
funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS) ,
One 1997 Ford F700 LP bulk delivery tanker truck (replacement), Dixie Meter & Service
Company, $62,305.99; funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase
agreement (GS)
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One 1997 Chevrolet pickup truck (replacement), Ed Morse Fleet, $14,323.96; funding to
be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
One 1997 Ford one ton truck cab and chassis with stake body (replacement), Duval Ford,
$20,275; funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
ITEM #12 - Contract for environmental remediation of Berrv Prooertv, 107 Harrison Ave.,
Belleair Beach, to Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc., estimated $52,135.17
(GAS)
ITEM #13 - Lease Aareement with Keramitsa, Inc.. d/b/a/ Beach Diner, 08/01/97 -
07/31/03, with 2-year extension if both parties agree, for guaranteed minimum rental of
$60,000 annually, plus an annual percentage of gross sales, with annual CPI increases
starting 01/99 (MR)
ITEM #14 - Lease Aareement with BOHUNT for premises located at 1453 S. Greenwood
Ave., Space B (Police Mini-Station), for 07/01/97 -06/30/9S, $3,300 rental (PO)
ITEM #15 - Contract for Allen's Creek Gabion Prolect to Kevstone Excavators, Inc.,
$223,342.60 (EN)
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ITEM #16 - Drainaae and Utilitv Easements for Stevenson's Creek Proiect (CA)
a) Melissa Pushinsky & Joseph and Antoinette Pushinsky - 1329 lotus Path
b) Doris Kuntz - 1362 Jeffords Street
c) Gary E. Rossi - 1352 Jeffords Street
d) Janeth and Jose Colon - 1344 Jeffords Street
e) Frank and Debra Gossett - 1330 Jeffords Street
In response to a question, the City Attorney indicated the $1 consideration listed on
on the easement agreement reflects the actual cost for one, the others the City paid more
than $1. In response to a question, Mr. Baier said the easements were needed to construct
the gabions and will prevent erosion. It was noted homeowners will benefit from lower
homeowners' insurance rates. It was felt the construction of the gabions provide mutual
benefit. Mr. Baier said the project had been redesigned due to unreasonable demands by
several homeowners. He believed the easements were negotiated fairly.
Commissioner Clark 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 #17 - Work Order. $38.802 to Post. Bucklev. Schuh & Jerniaan. Inc. to develop
alternatives for modification of Pierce Street Pond (EN)
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On September 19, 1996, the City Commission continued an item related to the
development of a portion of the "Town lake Project, tt designated as "Cell 2," pending
further evaluation. This proposal is to examine available alternatives to expand the Pierce
Street Pond within available property. Phase 1 provides several approaches to modify the
Pierce Street pond to provide additional flow attenuation and stormwater treatment to
serve City and private sector redevelopment downtown projects.
Phase 2 will develop preliminary designs and cost estimates for one or more
alternatives selected by the City based on Phase 1 findings. Downtown property owners,
who had expressed interest, have been provided a copy of the scope of work and will be
involved, on a team basis, as the project develops.
The provision of treatment will consider three scenarios: 1) provide stormwater
treatment for the City Annex redevelopment project and Winn-Dixie project; 2) provide
stormwater treatment for the City Annex redevelopment project and Winn-Dixie project and
redevelopment of other private sector properties constituting an additional 20 acres in the
general vicinity of the Pierce Street Pond; and 3) provide stormwater treatment tor the
entire basin served by the Pierce Street Pond.
Greg Singleton, of Florida Design Consultants, said the option to take no action is
impractical as the City must address flooding and stormwater treatment. The study is the
first step toward enhancing downtown and cleaning-up Clearwater Harbor.
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Mark Klein, of Klein Hutcheon, said he represents 5 property owners affected by the
lake project, flooding, and stormwater runoff. He said addressing the drainage issues is
necessary to redevelop downtown. He said the public/private partnership for construction
is in its beginning stages. In response to a question, Mr. Baier said Phase 2 construction
costs cannot be estimated until Phase 1 is complete.
Josh Magidson, representing Dimmitt, said a tremendous energy between staff and
downtown business owners exists. He expressed concern water from the subject pond,
currently is pumped into Clearwater Harbor. He said the project will benefit downtown and
everyone who uses Clearwater Harbor. He said the planned partnership will work together
for the common good.
Glen Warren said his business is adjacent to the subject pond. He encouraged the
City to proceed with the study.
In response to a question, Mr. Baier reviewed the responsibilities of the City and
PBS&J (Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc.) under the proposed Scope of Services.
PBS&J will not assemble properties but will consider possible pond expansion. The study
will identify possibilities. The Commission will decide the pond's final size.
Steve leinhard, of PBS&J, said the study will consider expanding the pond North or
South. The goal is for the body of water to function like a pond, providing flood control
and water treatment for discharging clean stormwater into Clearwater Harbor. The study
will consider a natural design and one that uses chemicals. PBS&J will provide the City
with 1 2 construction concepts with cost estimates. The project should identify the most
. cost effective solution. In response to a question, he said a previous study also considered
regional benefits, aesthetic values, and recreation uses. The goal is for the pond to operate
and appear attractive year round. It was noted this information is needed before the East
End is developed.
Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the Work Order in the amount of $38,802
to Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., the City Engineer of Record, to develop
alternatives for the modification of the Pierce Street Pond and that the appropriate officials
be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #18 - Other Pendino Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #19 - Other Citv Attornev Items
The City Attorney recommended a settlement offer of $100,000 for injuries
suffered by Paul W. Gilfoyle. The Commission had discussed the settlement in previous
closed door sessions.
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Commissioner Clark moved to approve a $100,000 settlement offer regarding the
lawsuit, Anne-Marie Cheroke Lindsey as guardian of Paul W. Gilfoyle vs. the City. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #20 - City Manaoer Verbal Reoorts
June 2, 1997, Worksesslon
The City Manager reported the June 2, 1997, Worksession conflicts with a TBRPC
(Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council) meeting. The start of the Worksession was
changed from 9:00 a.m. to 1 :00 p.m.
City-owned Island Estates property
The City Manager reported staff is contacting parties interested in City-owned Island
Estates property to determine whether interest in the property would be affected if the
reclaimed water contractor uses the property for storage for 1 O~ 1 2 months. She noted the
property is not surplus to City needs.
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In response to a question, Mr. Baier said the playground adjacent to St. Brendan's is
relegated to a linear strip. Now that the church has constructed an addition, only street
parking is available for playground patrons. The Island Estates Civic Association has
requested using the subject City~owned property for a playground. Representatives of the
association did not think a year delay would affect the need for a playground. The
as:Sociation will forward a letter regarding this issue. An opinion was expressed the subject
property is not appropriate for a playground.
Airpark Open House
The City Manager announced the June 7, 1997, Airpark Open House will be held
from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Non-profit group re Nagano Olympics
The City Manager noted the City Commission had approved funding of $25,000 to
the Nagano program related to Clearwater's Sister City's hosting of the 2000 Winter
Olympics. An oversight group has formed its own 501 c3 non-profit organization. The City
Manager recommended transferring funds to the group subject to periodic report
requirements, accountability restrictions, and review by the City's Internal Auditor. Staff
will provide an accounting of to-date expenditures.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the transfer of remaining funds for the
program related to Sister City Nagano hosting the 2000 Winter Olympics, to the non-profit
group established for that purposo, subject to periodic reports requirements, accountability
restrictions, and review by the City's Internal Auditor. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
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ITEM #21 - Other Commission Action
a} City Manager Selection
The City Manager reviewed the process recommended by Organizational and
Employment Development Director Pam Skyrme to structure the discussion. Each
Commissioner was encouraged to provide clear examples of pros and cons regarding the
final candidates: 1) Robert La Sala; 2) Randall Reid; and 3) Michael Roberto. It was
suggested the Commission indicate their personal ranking of the candidates. In response to
a question, the City Manager indicated candidate Reid was not appointed Martin County
Manager.
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The Mayor noted the following qualities the Commission had decided were most
important for a city manager: 1) being a team member; 2) focusing on outcomes not
bureaucracy; 3) allowing creativity to flourish; 4) a background addressing problems similar
to those Clearwater has experienced; 5} ability to manage 1600 employees; 6) strong
management background; 7) good communication skills; 8) integrity; 9) problem preventer;
10) strong leadership skills; 11) embodying Clearwater's principals of operation; 12)
substance over style, 13) innovative; 14) putting plans into action; 15) visionary, sees the
"big picture"; 16) employee oriented, understands employee issues; 17) demonstrative
experience; 18) good hiring and personnel assessment; 1 9) history of reaching outside
government for ideas, 20) qualifiable; 21) ability to build partnerships; 22) team builder; 23)
not easily intimidated, 24) versatility; 25) community focus and involvement, and 26) fiscal
conservative. The Mayor considered the following qualities to be most important: 1) team
management; 2) allowing creativity to flourish; 3) believing in involving the quality of staff;
4) experience in a similar organization in a large city; 5) substance over style; 6) versatility;,
7) ability to build partnerships; and 8) being fiscally conservative. She felt all three
candidates qualified as fiscal conservatives. She said Messrs. La Sala and Reid best
demonstrated qualities she considered most important.
Commissioner Johnson said his top candidates were Messrs. La Sala and Reid with
Mr. La Sala his first choice. Commissioner Johnson said he was impressed with Mr. La
Sala's eye to eye contact, calmness, and well thought out answers during the
Commission's question and answer session. He said Mr. La Sala's strong qualifications
include experience in city and county government, a belief in fiscal responsibility, and his
first hand knowledge of the area, having served as a Pine lias County administrator for 9
years. His current management responsibility is for Sarasota County which has more than
300,000 residents. Commissioner Johnson said Mr. La Sala is honest, has integrity,
communicates well, is people-oriented, involves all employees in decisions, and thinks
"outside the box," Commissioner Johnson felt Mr. Sala's cooperative spirit will encourage
a better relationship with Pinellas County. Mr. La Sala has been successful, has years of
experience, and is excited regarding the City's Vision Statement. He noted Mr. La Sala lost
his City Manager position in Boca Raton.
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Commissioner Clark said his top candidates were Messrs. La Sala and Roberto. Mr.
La Sala was reported to be good at responding to issues from the business community. He
said Mr. La Sala was perceived as part of the anti-business attitude in Sarasota. Sarasota
Commission members indicated Mr. La Sala handles tough assignments, works well with
immediate subordinates, does the "heavy lifting," is thorough, hard working, and good at
long range planning. Perceived weaknesses include a need to be more human and an
apparent abrasiveness. The development community indicated Mr. La Sala has good
interaction with the business community r is a good administrator and a good planner.
Commissioner Clark said Mr. La Sala was described as strong-willed who is inflexible once
decided. Unions had little direct dealings with him but found him supportive. A weakness
is his lack of diplomacy. The local legislative delegation has nothing but high praise for
him.
Commissioner Clark said the North Miami Beach council found Mr. Roberto to be a
people person who relates well to residents and staff, however works too hard. The
council called him an excellent delegator who works hands on when necessary. Strengths
include his ability to work well with different egos and personalities. The Miami media
described Mr. Roberto as energetic, innovative, and someone who gets things done. The
media reported no negatives. Neighborhood associations describe him as pro-active rather
that reactive and even handed when dealing with neighborhood issues. A perceived
weakness was that he may be too loyal to his subordinates. He listens well to the
business community and makes necessary concessions. Unions consider him a man of his
word. The police and fire unions felt he is tough but fair and dealt with difficult labor
issues without contentiousness.
Commissioner Hooper said his top candidates were Messrs. La Sala and Roberto.
Commissioner Hooper visited Boca Raton and North Miami Beach. He contacted the City
Manager, upper management, City employees and business people in Boca Raton.
Commissioner Hooper felt Mr. La Sala would bring local knowledge and contacts to
Clearwater. He has knowledge of a similar sized government. It was reported Mr. La Sala
is not afraid to present unpopular recommendations to the commission. He was described
as bureaucratic. Commissioner Hooper noted Mr. La Sala has only 23 months of
experience in the # 1 position as city manager. Commissioner Hooper said Mr. La Sala is
perceived as someone who will meet with people who contact him but makes no effort to
reach out to the community.
Commissioner Hooper said Mr. Roberto handled his unexpected visit well. North
Miami Beach elected officials described Mr. Roberto as a qualified, competent manager
whom the city does not want to lose. Mr. Roberto is well liked and pro-active in the
community. A previous Clearwater city manager now in Miami strongly endorsed Mr.
Roberto's candidacy. Employees describe him as upbeat and positive. Commissioner
Hooper had heard nothing negative regarding Mr. Roberto. He found Mr. Roberto's long
tenure in a city with a population of 35,000 to be a negative. He said Clearwater would
challenge Mr. Roberto and require him to change the way he interacts with employees due
to the size of Clearwater and its staff.
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Commissioner Seel made site visits to South Florida, including a meeting with a
previous Clearwater city manager in Miami, council members and business people in North
Miami Beach. She attended a North Miami Beach commission meeting and spoke with a
North Miami 8each State legislator. In Boca Raton she met with city staff and city
activists. She noted 80ca Raton is a difficult and diverse community that has been active
with economic development issues.
Commissioner Seel said many business people she contacted in Sarasota did not
wish to comment on Mr. La Sala. In Pinellas County, Mr. La Sala has an excellent
reputation regarding intergovernmental cooperation between the State and County. Mr. La
Sala received mixed reviews in Boca Raton. He was described as being reactive. Citizen
activists felt Mr. La Sala had gone beyond his duty providing information and trying to
solve problems. Others felt Mr. La Sala's solution was short term. Mr. La Sala was
described as bureaucratic. His development of one stop shopping for economic
development in Sarasota has not yet been instituted. Mr. La Sala's first reaction to
questions posed at meetings often is to get back to the Commission after discussion with
staff. It takes a long time to come back but when he does, he returns with a clear and
final answer. A Sarasota builder described Mr. La Sala as a hard worker, honest, a good
follower who will then lead. Once he makes a decision, he explains it clearly, and "sticks
to it."
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Commissioner Seel said Mr. Roberto was described as pro.active, a team builder,
and consensus maker. In his current position, he works with each commissioner, takes time
to find out each member's issues and concerns and works toward consensus. He has hired
a staff from diversified backgrounds. He has high values and standards and expects
accountability. He provides his staff with the ability to affect change and do their job well.
He maintains relationships and does not burn bridges. He has a good relationship with
terminated employees. The assistant police chief in North Miami Beach said Mr. Roberto is
a fair bargainer with the unions. He has been successful at putting plans into action.
Commissioner Seel found him to be honest, up-front, putting the city first. He cares about
the bottom line, and is a workaholic. She reported one call she made regarding Mr. Reid
indicated he is not innovative and acts as a caretaker, not a leader.
Concerns were expressed regarding Mr. Roberto being a workaholic and his ability
to work with 1600 employees. It was noted Mr. Roberto sometimes makes unpopular
decisions and works hard to get consensus. Concern was expressed regarding Mr.
Roberto's ego. A former Clearwater city manager found Mr. Roberto's ego to be healthy.
Neighborhood associations indicated Mr. Roberto is the best city manager North Miami
Beach has had in years. It was noted Pinellas County staff speaks well of Mr. La Sala. It
was stated the final candidate will have to modify his style to meet Clearwater's needs. It
was noted Mr. La Sala has been in the #2 position most of his career with experience
mostly in county government. Mr. Roberto has worked with many councils. It was felt
both Mr. La Sala and Mr. Roberto can be successful.
Commissioner Clark said Mr. Roberto is his choice for the position. He said Mr.
Roberto demands excellence and has a background of team work, trust, and support. He
has a good record of innovation and service delivery. He felt Mr. Roberto could have
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written Clearwater's Vision Statement. Commissioner Clark felt Mr. Roberto overflows
with charisma and has the skill to take the City to the next level aspired to in the Vision
Statement.
Mayor Garvey felt Mr. LaSala's experience with large government organizations
makes him the best candidate. She found Mr. Roberto to be the wrong choice for
Clearwater.
The Commission recessed from 9:10 to 9:28 p.m.
Commissioner Johnson moved that Mr. La Sala be the next City Manager of
Clearwater. There was no second.
Commissioner Clark moved to rank Michael Roberto #1 and Robert La Sala #2 for
City Manager. The motion was duly seconded. Commissioners Clark, Hooper, and See I
voted "Aye"; Commissioner Johnson and Mayor Garvey voted "Nay." Motion failed.
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It was felt Mr. La Sala would have to adapt his style significantly to meet City
Commission needs. It was noted Mr. Roberto currently has a considerable compensation
package. The City Manager said Slavin and Associates indicated the candidates are willing
to negotiate compensation details with the City. It was noted North Miami Beach offers
unique challenges and Mr. Roberto is up to the task. He spent time with the Chamber of
Commerce and homeowners associations during his visit to Clearwater for interviews. It
was stated a North Miami Beach legislator had indicated Mr. Roberto had put together the
best legislative package ever and has worked well with a strong mayor situation. He has
received ringing endorsements from the business community. Concern was expressed
similar endorsements are not forthcoming from Sarasota regarding Mr. La Sala. In response
to a question, it was noted under Mr. Roberto's direction, the City of North Miami Beach
had successfully redone their Land Development Code and sign codes. Businesses have
been brought into compliance.
The Mayor announced she would support Mr. Roberto for City Manager.
Commissioner Johnson said Mr. Roberto is not his first choice but he would support him.
Commissioner Clark moved to rank Michael Roberto #1 and Robert La Sala #2 for
City Manager of Clearwater and to begin negotiations with the #1 candidate. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney requested direction for negotiations, noting the City Commission
had indicated a $100,000 salary range not including benefits. It was recommended the
City Attorney proceed to negotiate with Mr. Roberto and put together a package to present
to the City Commission. The City Attorney said she will use a SAMP contract as an
outline.
A Special Meeting was scheduled for May 22, 1997, at 10:00 a.m. to consider the
City Manager contract. The scheduled budget meeting will follow.
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Commissioner Hooper requested establishment of a follo'w-up procedure regarding
conditions imposed with board approvals. Consensus was for staff to present a plan
establishing a follow-up procedure.
Commissioner Hoooer'requested streamlining the process addressing properties
which fail to meet approved conditions. The City Attorney will review.
Commissioner Seel requested an update on a recent Clearwater Beach Association
meeting regarding the Mandalay Streetscape project.
Commissioner See I questioned actions taken regarding the Coalition of
Homeowners' concerns regarding commercial banners. Mr. Shuford indicated the new
land Development Code being prepared will regulate flags in keeping with the Dimmitt
decision.
Commissioner Seel noted she was not present at the last Clearwater Main Library
Selection Task Force M~eting as reflected in the minutes.
Commissioner Seel requested scheduling future meetings at the June 2, 1997,
Worksession.
ITEM #22 - Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:36 p.m.
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