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BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
March 5, 1997
Present:
William Baldwin
Sheila Cole
Delphine Pullar
Candace Gardner
Marcia Blakemore
Nancy Aft
Thelma Blasko
Art Kader
Mark Roether
Brenda Moses
Chair
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Assistant Parks and Recreation Director
Parks and Recreation Nursery Superintendent
Board Reporter
Absent:
Katherine Merriam
Robert Sudalnik
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1 . Call to Order
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The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Baldwin at 8:07 a.m. at the
Municipal Services Building, Clearwater, Florida. In order to provide continuity for
research, the items will be listed in agenda order although not necessarily discussed
in that order.
2. Approval of Minutes - February 5. 1997
Member Cole moved to approve the minutes of February 5, 1997 as submitted in
writing to each member. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
3. Correspondence
None.
4. Ongoing Business
A. Appreciation Program
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At the last meeting, members were asked to visit the Crab House and
Magnolia Manor for possible submission for beautification awards. It was noted the
two properties have different types of landscaping, but are both worthy of
recognition. Discussion ensued regarding guidelines to determine which properties
receive recognition. It was agreed that the Appreciation Program should not be a
contest. Criteria for the awards can include any of the following: 1) continuous
upkeep of property, 2) beautification efforts to newly constructed property; and 3)
improvements to existing structures. Recognition will not be limited to specific
areas of Clearwater, but will be awarded to businesses and residents throughout the
City.
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C. Neighborhood Sign Program
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Member Cole moved to award the first 2 Appreciation Program awards to the
Crab House and Magnolia Manor. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously. Mr. Roether, Parks and Recreation Nursery Superintendent, noted the
format for the certificates is on the computer and he will insert the award recipients'
names. Chair Baldwin will compose the congratulatory letters to be sent to the
recipients and will send copies to the City Commission. The certificates and
congratulatory letters will be mailed to each award recipient.
B. Anti-Litter Campaign
Member Blasko will prepare a written proposal suggesting possible remedies
to the litter problem which currently exists in various parts of the City.
City Engineer, Rich Baier, attended the last Beautification Committee meeting
to discuss the street sign program which includes the hibiscus logo. A question
was asked whether anyone has received feedback from the City Commission
regarding this Board's support of the street sign program. It was noted if the
Mandalay Streetscape project is approved, plans are to use the hibiscus logo on
street signs with built-in banner arms on poles. .
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The street sign program is moving in a positive direction. It was suggested
that members share their views with the City Commission about the need for
uniform signage to include multiple signs on posts and uniform color and dimension.
Members can also check with their homeowners associations regarding the uniform
sign program to prompt letters of support to the City Commission. It was noted
that the City replaces street signs throughout the City once every 10 years. It was
suggested that members take one City mile and count the number of signs,
including street signs, in that area to get a better understanding of sign pollution.
Assistant Parks and Recreation Director, Art Kader, noted that homeowner
associations and residents frequently call the City requesting signs to control issues
they feel are a problem in their neighborhoods. Signs are also necessary for Police
to enforce the law. All City projects and properties adhere to the sign ordinance.
Signs protect the health, welfare and safety of citizens.
D. Gulf-to-Bay Beautification Program
Mr. Roether noted the first delivery of palm trees is expected on March 10,
.1997. Over 100 areas designated for palm tree installation will be marked for
underground utilities. The City is not asking businesses to maintain the palms. The
City will maintain them to ensure uniformity. A load of 18 palms per week will
begin at Keene Road proceeding east. The south side of the street will be done
first.
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A remark was made that many residents plant shrubs and other foliage in the
rights-of-way, and that utility companies other than the City sometimes disturb
these areas, causing damage to foliage. These companies should take the effort
and concern to repair the damaged areas.
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Staff Reports
No. staff reports were given.
6. New Business
It ,was noted the City Commission tabled the proposed new Memorial
Causeway Bridge until after the Penny for Pinellas vote. A member said the City
may be able to obtain money from the State and other areas for funding of the
bridge.
Discussion ensued regarding why this Board was not included in the
. Mandalay Streetscape Project. It was suggested that this Board contact the Design
Review Board, Scott Shuford and Don McCarty regarding this issue.
The meeting adjourned at 9:04 a.m.
. 7. . Adiournment
Chair
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