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MARINE ADVISORY BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
December 10, 1997
Present:
Chair
Vice-Chair
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member of Public
Member of Public
City Manager (arrived 8:08 a.m.)
Harbormaster
Board Reporter
David C. Martens
Donald McFarland
David Hemerick
Edward Dohrman
Ernie Cline
Bill Wilhelm
Captain A. Parks Honeywell
Cliff Conatser
Michael Roberto
William Held
Brenda Moses
Absent:
Member
David Smith
The meeting was called to order by Chair Martens at 8:00 a.m. at the Marina
conference room, 25 Causeway Boulevard, Clearwater. In order to provide
continuity for research, the Items will be listed in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
Chair Martens asked if there were any changes or additions to the November
12, 1997, minutes. Since there were none, Chair Martens said the minutes will
stand approved as submitted in writing to each member.
1. Welcome and Discussion with Citv Mana!:ler Michael Roberto
City Manager Roberto discussed the City's plans for redevelopment. He said
an article will appear in Sunday's newspaper detailing the plan. The downtown plan
is a market-driven plan. The beach plan is a public consensus process. A
preliminary draft of the plan will be explained at a public meeting scheduled in
January, 1998. Discussion ensued regarding plans for more pedestrian-focused
areas, better access to the waterfront, Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard, downtown
parameters, effective parking facilities, a quality beach resort, more boat dockage
space, and elimination of the asphalt jungle permitting easier pedestrian access to
the waterfront. Public engagement and retaining and expanding the current market
is vital to successful redevelopment. Most communities identify themselves by their
downtown and beaches. DOT (Department of Transportation), State, and City
governments will regulate improvements and changes proposed in the
redevelopment plan. Methodology to obtain public consensus includes: 1) a
redevelopment kick-off meeting scheduled in January; 2) a 30-minute informational
video on C~View TV; 3) various articles published by the St. Petersburg Times; 4)
public input meetings; and 5) a 15-page brochure available to all residents of
Clearwater.
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In response to a question regarding the City Commission's selection of the
Memorial Causeway Bridge alignment, Mr. Roberto said there are no plans to change
the alignment. Effectively establishing a physical connection between downtown
and the beach, and at both ends of the bridge is important. Clearwater's waterfront
is a major asset to the entire community and it is important to utilize it effectively
Discussion ensued regarding the City-owned property at Island Estates. It
was remarked should a marina and a park both be constructed, it would be
necessary to fence off the park for safety reasons, greatly limiting access to the
waterfront. It was suggested board members contact Tony Shoemaker for
information regarding the impact the LDC (Land Development Code) revisions may
have on waterfront properties and at Island Estates.
A suggestion was made to use portions of the existing Memorial Causeway
bridge pilings for fishing piers after the new bridge is built.
2. Discuss Extension of Wake Zone in Clearwater Pass
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Mr. Honeywell distributed a copy of a letter to the MAB (Marine Advisory
Board) expressing his concern regarding access to the waterfront. He lives on
Island Estates and noted boaters must travel to Marker 1 or John's Pass to obtain
access to waterfront businesses. He said boaters could add considerable ambiance
to the waterfront and increase business revenues. Harbormaster Held said the only
temporary, one-hour dockage currently available is at the Clearwater Marina. A
member suggested Mr. Honeywell contact Special Projects Administrator Scott
Shuford to discuss incorporating temporary, short-term waterfront dockage into the
redevelopment plan. It was noted a copy of Mr. Honeywell's letter has been
forwarded to the City Manager.
Mr. Cliff Conatser requested the MAS consider a recommendation to extend
the wake zone 100 yards to the west between the west end of Shepherd's
Restaurant and the Ramada Inn. He felt it was necessary because: 1) fishing boats
create large wakes which can be dangerous to small boasters, jet skiers and
swimmers and 2} it would prevent further beach erosion in the area. Member
Dohrman moved to recommend extending the wake zone one marker west. The
motion was duly seconded. Upon the vote being taken, Members Martens,
Hemerick, Wilhelm and Cline voted "aye" and Member McFarland voted "nay.
Motion carried.
3. UDdate on MaQnolia Street Dock
Chair Martens said the main portion of the Magnolia Street Dock is finished.
Next week plans are to add vertical beams to support the roof. He said the dock
should be completed by mid-January.
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