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MINUTES
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY BOARD
Wednesday, April 19, 1995 - 4:00 P.M. ,
Commission Chambers, 112 South Osceola Avenue, Clearwater, FL
Members Present:
Mike Foley, Chair
Jill Melkonian, Vice Chair
Early Sorenson
John Jenkins
Allan Stowell(arrived 4:06 p.m.)
Members Absent:
Anne Garris
Lisa Lanza
Also Present:
Tom Miller, Assistant Director, Engineering/Environmental
Alan J. Ferri, Director, Economic Development
Mike Quillen, Water Resource Engineer, Engineering/Environmental
Lou Hilton, Senior Planner, Central Permitting
Terry Finch, Programs Supervisor I Engineering/Environmental
Sally Demarest, Board Reporter, City Clerk Department
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The meeting was called to order by the Chair at 4:00 p.m. In order to provide continuity, the items
will be listed in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in that order.
A. Call To Order
1. Approval of Minutes
Ms. Melkonian made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 15, 1995 meeting with
the following two corrections: p. 1, date; and p 5 top Hne change word "insuretl to "ensure". The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
2. Confirm AJ:enda
At the suggestion of Mr. Miller, the board agreed to delay the Reports of Staff agenda item
until later in the meeting.
The Chainnan announced that the board will hold a special meeting at 7:00 p.m. on April 25,
1995 to establish governing rules and preparation of agenda for the board. The meeting will
be held in the DRC conference room B of the City Hall Annex, 10 Missouri Avenue,
Clearwater.
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There were no citizens to present items not on the agenda
c. Reports of Stnff
1. Comprehensive Plan - Conservation areas (Lou Hilton)
Senior Planner Lou Hilton gave a detailed overview and slutus of the evaluation appraisal
process, indicating the list of the existing ecosystems and ecotones in the City which will
update the existing inventory of natural resources. He relayed the progress which has heen
made with the Pinellas Planning Council and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council to
define a both locally- and regionally-recognized natural resource map, information about
which he distributed. He explained in considerable detail both the strengths and weaknesses
of the conservation matters upon which staff has been working.
Responding to a comment from the board, it was noted the subject map included wells,
wetlands, major creeks, beaches, upland woodsl tidal swamps and tidal coastal areas, both
man-made and natural, cones of influence around wellheads, and other significant natural
features.
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The mobile home park on Gulf-to-Bay near the bridge was mentioned for inclusion on the
resource map; however, it was noted by Mr. Hilton that the subject site was not considered
"undevelopedu. He questioned whether the board wished to also include sites on the map
which were developed.
Mr. Stowell objected to inclusion of his property on the undeveloped sites map, reasoning
that the 8 houses on the property qualify it as udeveloped". It was reported that the original
list of sites was computer-generated by the County from its records and the purpose for the
compilation was for site identification only. A motion was made by Mr. Sorenson to remove
Mr. Stowell's property from the list of undeveloped properties as he requested. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Provisions of the proposed Comprehensive Land Use Plan were briefly discussed, and Mr.
Hilton offered to address any aspects of the Comprehensive Plan the board wished and added
he looked forward to working further with the board on these issues.
2. Surface Water Quality Report (Tom Miller; Terry Finch)
Mr. Miller and Ms. Finch offered a presentation including overhead media which highlighted
the Surface Walter Quality Monitoring Report (technical publication 95-1) for fiscal year
1992/1993. Mr. Miller indicated the report is the first of a three-year study, with the final
report expected in the early part of 1996. A discussion ensued relative to the relation of the
report to the overall watershed plan for the City.
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Mr. Miller thanked the board for its assistance and guidance during the past two years in the
compilation of the environmental data and indicated his pleasure with the results of the
efforts of staff. He said all sampling and information in the report was gathered by City
staff, and Coastal Environmental assisted with the provision of text, graphics and statistical
analysis in a very short period of time.
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Mr. Miller explained the water sampling, procedures Wld testing for local creeks, streams and
lakes in considerable detail. Particular concern was expressed relative to the rather extensive
co]jforms concentration in the Clearwater area.
A suggestion was madc that thc Florida Department of Environmental Protection be
requested to perform a test for mercury contamination.
Summarizing, Mr. Miller pointed out the report addressed nutrient levels, trace metals, and
coliforms in 6 area lakes and specified those areas of light, moderate and serious concern.
He said the final report will serve as the absolute baseline of information and the intcnsive
three~year study will be scaled back to a maintenanceMmonitoring mode of trend evaluation
stations, establishing a longMtenn plan. He referenced the current Five-year Environmental
Plan which designates areas of capital improvement, environmental enhancement and water
quality projects. He said the report will help identify whether treatment controls are effective
in addressing the problems identified.
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Ms. Melkonian commended Mr. Miller for the "phenomenall1 report which reviewed 33 sites
and expressed her personal concern relative to nutrients contamination. Mr. Miller said
public awareness, voluntary citizen participation and better "housekeeping" would help
greatly to reduce the nutrients contamination level of area waters. A need for education of
area citizens was expressed.
A motion was made by Ms. Melkonian that the Environmental Advisory Board commend
the Environmental Management group for its efforts in the testing and compilation of the
results, that the board wholeheartedly approve of the direction this research is taking, and
support the future amelioration of these issues. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
The Chairman thanked Terry Finch ofthe City Environmental Department for her onMgoing
efforts with regard to the water quality program. He also commended Jorge Allwood for his
record keeping and field reports
D. Old Business
I. Comprehensive plan comments
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This item was generally discussed under item C-l above.
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Undeveloped Properties
This item was generally discussed under item e-l above.
E. Regulatory Matters
1. Stonnwater treatment facility reinspection report (Mike Quillen)
Mr. Quillen reported the stonnwater treatment reinspection program began last August with
the Stevenson's Creek basin due to concern for Clearwater Harbor. The stonnwater treatment
reinspection program scrutinized the existing pennitted stonnwater treatment ponds to ensure
that the required volume was being maintained. Mr. Quillen said initial inspections of the
coastal basins east of the intracoastal waterway going into Clearwater Harbor have been
made, and notices sent. At this time four sites remain non-compliant. Mr. Quillen said code
enforcement will address problems of non-compliance, and a serious compliance problem
would warrant the involvement of the SWFWMD.
A total of 71 sites were inspected; 37 were environmentally acceptable; 34 sites required
repair; and only 2 or 3 indicated significant problems. It was estimated that a total treatment
volume of 202,000 cu. ft. was required on the 71 sites, and out of the 34 sites that did not
pass inspection and required repair, only 15,260 cu. ft. of untreated water were missing, and
of that amount, 12,900 cu. ft. have been recovered.
The condition of the Bayside Bridge retention pond was mentioned; it was noted this pond
is on County property. A general discussion ensued relative to the maintenance oftreatment
ponds whereafter the Chainnan asked that the board be kept infonned of the progress of
staff's reinspection efforts. A comment was made that fencing of ponds is not aesthetically
pleasing; it was noted fences are often installed if alligators arc suspected in the ponds, and
the need for fencing may be a public health or liability issue.
Mr. Sorenson expressed appreciation to Mr. Quillen for his efforts; the Chairman agreed.
F. New Business
I. Members brin~ issues to the Board
The status of a motion passed at the last EAB meeting which questioned whether building
code regulations would prohibit construction on contaminated property was questioned; Mr.
Miller said the State has advised that the City cannot have regulations more stringent than
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State regulations, adding the new reimbursement program will provide a ranking system.
The Chairman said the subject of building on contaminated soil was discussed in a cursory
manner. In this regard, he expressed concern that if industries which create contamination
are refused approval to develop on sites which are contaminated on some level, they are
thereby forced into pristine areas. He suggested further consideration and Mr. Miller agreed
that a cautious approach would be in the best interest of the City and the board.
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Agenda items for May
The revetment at Grande Bay Apartments was mentioned; Mr. Miller observed that a site
plan has not been received for evaluation and review. The Chairman cautioned against
establishment of a dangerous precedent. He suggested that the City's shoreline protection
development policy be discussed at the next regularly scheduled EAR meeting.
, At 6: 16 p.m., Mr. Jenkins left the meeting.
Criteria necessary for inclusion of agenda topics, and the preparation ofthe agenda in order
to address those issues which most benefit the City as a whole will be discussed at the EAB
special meeting on April 25, 1995; it was questioned whether the EAR as a board could be
charged with addressing the specific issues of individual members.
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There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
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Mike Foley, Chairman
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