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ACTION AGENDA - CLEARWATER CITY COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, January 15, 1998 - 6:00 P.M. - Commission Chambers
1. ,Invocation
1. Dr. Harold Bowman, Trinity Presbyterian
Church.
2. Mayor.
3. 1 award presented.
1 2/97 Employee of the Month ~ Belinda
Massey, Gas System
4. Proclamation presented. ,
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Service Awards
4. Introductions and Awards:
Proclamation re Gas System 75th Anniversary'
Jumper's Baton memento and crystal plaque
presented to Commission in appreciation for
their support and participation in Military
Appreciation Day.
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Iron Turkey Award for the largest number of
participants in Turkey Trot presented to the
Engineering (Public Works) Department;
Stuffed Turkey Award for the largest
percentage of participants presented to the
legal Department.
$5000 check presented to the Parks and
Recreation Department for the Greater
Clearwater Time's Turkey Trot Track Team.
5~ Presentations:
a) PBSJ - Engineer of Record
b) FOOT - LINKS Expressway Project
6. Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting
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5. a) Presentation given.
bl Presentation given.
6. Approved as amended.
7. Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda
John Wiser requested the Countryside Recreation Center be open longer hours. Presented a list of
projects in the Countryside area and requested they be considered for inclusion in the Penny for
Pine lias Proiect list.
John Tassanari thanked Commissioner Clark for getting water meters in street. Commissioner Clark
indicated Rich Baier deserved the credit. Mr. Tassanari spoke in opposition to a pool on Clearwater
beach ~nd requested something be provided for the Crest lake Park area; requested the City do
something for children at Christmas time.
Rov Cadwell presented the Commission with a booklet that contained a reprint of a portion of
Clearwater - A Sparkling City along with sketches of important buildings and historic photographs.
Referenced the Freedom Committee of which he is a member. A request was 'made he provide a list .
of the members of the Committee.
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8. Approved. Res. #98~01 adopted.
~Lom Nocera reported the LegiGlative Delegation voted to send a local bill to the State Legislature that
,,^,ould allow municipalities to annex small enclaves over his objections that he has a constitutional
right to privacy and to be left alone. He questioned how the City would pay for the incentives called
for the legislation. He questioned what was being done to make the jetty, where a fatal accident
occurred, safer.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. Public HeAring - Res. #98~01 - authorizing
placement on liens on properties for unpaid
utility bills (FN)
9. Public Hearing & First Reading Ords. #6222-
98 & #6223-98 - Annexation & RS-4 Zoning
for property located at 1573 Owen Dr.,
Orange Blossom Sub., Lot 7 (Kim Wayne
Biser, A97-13)(CP)
10. Public Hearing & First Reading Ords. #6224-
98 & #6225-98 - Annexation & RS-8 Zoning
for property located at 1934 Atlantis Dr.,.
Sunset Point Estates, Blk A, Lot 27 (Charlene
Boatwright, Hubert & Mildred James, A97-
14)(CPI
'11. Public Hearing & First Reading Ords. #6226-
1f?," 98 & #6227~98 - Annexation & RS-6 Zoning
ti;~~ for property located at 181 Pinewood Ave.,
Eastwood Terrace 1 st Add., Blk D, Lot 2
(Alfonso Tundidor, A98-01 )(CP)
. 12. Public Hearing - Res. #98~04 - adopting the
amended Evaluation and Appraisal Report
(EAR) re City's Comprehensive Plan (CP)
13. Public Hearing - Declare city owned real
property (annex site - 14.3 acres) surplus to
city needs for purpose of selling (CM)
14. Public Hearing - Convey title of city owned
real property (annex site-14.3 acres) to the
CRA (CM)
15. Public Hearing & First Reading Ord. #6228-
98 - RM-a Zoning for property located at 524
Bamboo Lane, Bamboo Sub., Lots 4, ,11 & 12
(Carlisle Motors, Inc., Z98-0 1) (CP)
16. Variance{s) to Sign Regulations for property'
located at 18627 US19, Sec. 20-29-16,
M&B 33.01 (Steak N Shake, Inc., SV98-
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9. Approved~ Ords. #6222-98 & #6223-98
passed 1 st reading.
10. Approved. Ords. #6224-98 & #6225-98
passed 1 st reading.
11. Approved. Ords. #6226-98 & #6227-98
passed 1st reading.
12. Approved. Res. #98-04 adopted.
13. Declared surplus.
14. Approved.
15. Continued to 3/5/98.
16. Continued to 2/19/98.
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Public HearIng. Second Reading Ordinances
17. Ord. #6205-98 . Submitting to the City
Electors a proposed amendment to the City
Charter amending Sec. 2.01 ld)(4)(v) of the
City Charter to delete the referendum
requiroment for lease of city property with
the land use designation of RecreationlOpen
Space; providing for a referendum election
18. Ord. #6214-98 - Vacating 30' r-o-w of Alden
Avenue, lying between Lots 5 & 6, Blk 1 and
Lots 1 -4, Blk 2, R. H. Padgett Sub. (Jones,
Silver & St. Matthew's First Missionary
Baptist Church, Inc., V97-17)
19. Ord. #6216-98 - RPD 11 Zoning for property
located at '1345-1357 Pierce St., Tagarelli
Sub., Blk 3, Lots 1-4, W 34' of Lot 5 (Tampa
BaV Community Development Corp., 297-10)
20. Ord. #6220-98 - Refines original ordinance
establishing a Residential Reclaimed Water
System; amending various sees. in Ch. 32,
creating Secs. 32.381 and 32.382; and
amending Art. XXV(3) and (4) Public Works -
Fees, Rates and Charges I
~~1. Ord. #6221-98 - RPD 7.5 Zoning for property
.. located at 1 N. McMullen Booth Rd., Sec. 16-
29-16, M&B 21.16,21.17 & 21.18 (Bricks
Management & Real Estate Development,
297-09)
17. Ord. #6205.98 adopted.
18. Ord. #6214-98 adopted.
19. Ord. #6216-98 adopted.
20. Ord. #6220-98 adopted.
21. Ord. #6221-98 adopted.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #22-30) - Approved as submitted less items 23 and 28.
, 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.
22. Approval of Purchases & Declaration of Surplus per 12/18/97 memorandum:
Gaylord Brothers, extension, maintenance of Galaxy hardware & software utilized by all Library
branches, 1/1/98-12/31/98, $42,202 lLlB)
Mid-Continent Electric, construction of mast arm foundations for traffic signal poles, 1/9/98-
12131/98, $73,728 (PW)
M.T. Deason Company, Inc., gas materials - steel pipe & fittings, 1/9/98-1/31/99, est.
$54,885.05 (GAS)
Grinnell Corp., brass water fittings, 2/1/98-1/31/99, est. $120,000 (PW)
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PeopleSoft, Inc., maintenance, upgrades, source code updates & telephonic support for
payroll/human resources software system, 211/98-1/31/99, est. $ 66, 067 (1M)
Brad Ragan, Inc., vehicle tires (new), 1/15/98-9/30/99, est. $305,000 IGS)
Pride of Florida, recapped vehicle tires, 1/1 5/98-9/30/98, est. $ 71 ,000 IGS)
Ed Morse Chevrolet, three 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo sedans (replacement), $46,632; funding
to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GSI
Don Reid Ford, four 1998 Ford Ranger pickup trucks (replacement and thre~ 1998 Ford Taurus 4
door sedans (replacement), $97.442; funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase
agreement (GS)
Southern Sewer Equipment, one 1998 Vac-Con Model VPO-3690THA sewer cleaner vehicle
(replacement), $159,770; funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement
(GS)
Environmental Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Vantage Equipment, one 1998 Vactor Sewer Cleaning Unit
mountt:!d on a Ford L 18513 chassis (replacement), $164,600; funding to be provided under
City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Ed Morse Chevrolet, one 1998 Chevrolet Suburban, $27A87; funding to be provided under
City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Carlisle Ford, twelve 1998 Ford Crown Victoria police pursuit vehicles, $287,988; funding to be
provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement IGS)
Kelly Services, temporary employment services, award date through 11/30/98, est. $45,000
(HR)
Onyx Petroleum, 87 octane vehicle fuel, award date through 12/15/98, est. $230,000 (GS)
Declare surplus to needs of City one 14'x36' Derrick Barge, FL 7109 EG, asset number G-485
(FN)
License Agreement, BellSouth Mobility, Inc., for non-exclusive use involving installation &
operation of personal communications systems (peS) equipment at City's communication tower
located at 3290 SR580, for initial 5 year term, with 4 automatic options to renew for 4 additional
terms of 5 years each, unless City is notified to contrary IGS) - PULLED
Approve acceptance of 1 year grant, for FY 1997-98 from the FDCA/Drug Control and System
Improvement Formula Grant Program, for the Geographic Information System (GISL $148,417.12
(PO) ,
Agreement with Career Options of Pinellas, Inc., design, Implement & administer a Special
Initiative Program - Jobs for At Risk Youth, portion of Weed and Seed Grant Program, amount
not to'exceed $50,000 (PO)
Approve donation to Clearwater Homeless Intervention Project, Inc. for funding of operations in
the amount $100,000; funding to be provided by unappropriated retained earnings of the Special
Program Fund (PO)
Receipt/Referral - LDCA re Tree Protection Ordinance requiring triple permit fees for violations
(PW)
Authorize use of $40,000 from City Tree Replacement fund for a Contract Registered landscape
Architect position IPW) - APPROVED
Authorize partnership with North Ward Elementary School; authorize preparation of interlocal
agreement with Pinellas County Schools (eM)
Accept CRA's Notice of Intent to accept proposal for development of Annex site from Justice
Corporation
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OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
31. Approve collective bargaining agreement with
IAFF 1158 for Fiscal Years 1997-98 & 1998-
99 (CM)
32. First Reading Ord. #6218-98 - Relating to
utilities; amending Sees. 32.062, 32.066,
32.070, 32.071, 32.072, and Appendix A,
Art. XXIV Utilities - General and Deposits,
and Appendix A, Art. XXV Public Works -
Fees, Rates and Charges (FN)
33. Res. #98-09 - providing for sale of, not to
exc'eed $9,000,000 Gas System Revenue
Refunding Bonds, Series 1998 (FN)
34. Don Reid Ford, one 1998 Ford Taurus 4 door
station wagon, $18,169; authorize funding
under City's master lease-purchase
agreement IGS)
35. Approve revision to SAMP pay plan
incorporating modified concepts that
restructure 1 3 SAMP pay ranges into 6 salary
bands (HRI
~ 36. Res. #98~03 w endorsing application of
~ Project 971215 (Qualified Target Industry
Tax Refund Program) and commits the City
to refund 10% of the eligible tax refund upon
certification by Enterprise Florida ICM)
37. Res. 1198-10 w approving modifications to
Downtown Redevelopment I Community
Redevelopment Agency Plan (eM)
38. Special Events Grant Funding - Pilot Program
Recommendations (eM)
39. legislative Package (ClK)
40. Appointment of Charter Review Committee
(eLK)
41. Development Code Adjustment Board - 1
appointment (CLK)
42. Airport Authority - 1 appointment (eLK)
43. Planning & Zoning Board w 1 appointment
(eLK)
44. Other Pending Matters
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32. Approved. Ord. #6218-98 passed 1 st
reading.
33. Approved. Res. #98-09 adopted.
34. Approved.
35. Approved.
36. Approved. Res. #98-03 adopted.
37. Approved. Res. #98-10 adopted.
38. Approved a one year trial with religious
organizations being ineligible.
39. Approved as amended.
40. Garvey appointed Jackie Tobin & will submit
second appointment prior to end of January;
Johnson appointed Richard Fitzgerald &
William Justice; Clark appointed Mayme
Hodges & Tim Johnson; Hooper appointed
Judy Mitchell & Douglas Hilkert; & Seel
appointed Grant Peterson & Pat Greer.
41. Appointed Shirley Moran.
42. Appointed Robert lunt.
43. Appointed Rick Anderson.
44. None.
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CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
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Res. #98~02 * Abatement Lien - 3036 Prestige Drive, Forest Wood Estate 15t Add., Lot 88 (The
Belleair Group Inc.) - Adopted.
Other City Attorney Items
a) Approval of settlement stipulation in Patrick Media (Eller Media) vs City - Approved.
b) Direction re conservation easement on Camp Soule Property - Approved discontinuing further
negotiations.
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City Manager Verbal Reports
City Manager announced the Department of Transportation is holding a public hearing on the
Drew Street Widening project on January 26, 1998 at Oak Grove Middle School.
He announced the January 20, 1998 meeting regarding Penny for Pinellas projects has been
canceled. It will be rescheduled.
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Other Commission Action
Garvev and See I thanked staff for Clearwater Magazine.
Seel questioned a reference to a liaison with the Commission on the Environmental Advisory
Board and if all boards had same. Clark indicated this was something that was suggested and
the EAB was the first to have one. '
Seel requested a letter be sent in opposition to Senate Bill 92 that would require additional
compensation to businesses for median closings.
Seel stated she attended a recent Coalition of Homeowners meeting and found it valuable to be
there. She suggested a rotation be set for Commission attendance. Some concern was
expressed that other commissioners already attended from time to time. It was agreed that an
effort would be made to assure someone was at each of these meetings.
Johnson requested the public be made aware of low cost flood insurance available through
FEMA.
Hoooer noted that Dr. Skyrme was on the panel of an Innovations Group Program.
Hooper questioned if there was going to be a Martin Luther King Day Parade. It was noted there
was and the information will be provided to the Commission.
Hooper requested a status report on Highland Avenue Construction.
Hooper hoped the Mayor will have a successful trip to Nagano.
Garvev thanked the Commission, City Manager and staff for all the support in pulling together to
make the Hospitality Center in Nagano a reality.
Hooeer questioned when the beach pool would be brought back for direction. The City Manger
indicated staff is pulling together information regarding alternatives and will bring it back in the
near future.
Clark indicated Clearwater beach is becoming less and less pedestrian friendly and requested
something to done to address this.
Garvev reported the Clearwater Housing Authority received 100% on the Weighted Public
Housing Assessment. She wished the Authority luck as they seek to replace Executive Director
Deborah Vincent who has taken a job in Washington, D.C.
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Present:
Rita Garvey
J. B. Johnson
Robert Clark
Ed Hooper
Karen Seel
Michael J. Roberto
Kathy S. Rice
Bob Keller
Pamela K. Akin
Sandy Glatthorn
Rich Baier
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Patricia o. Sullivan
Mayor/Commissioner
Vice-Mayor ICommissioner
Commissioner '
Commissioner
Commissioner
City Manager
Deputy City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
Central Permitting Manager
Public Works Administrator
City Clerk'
Board Reporter
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
January .15, 1998
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation
was offered by Dr. Harold Bowman of Trinity Presbyterian Church. The Mayor led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
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To provide continuity for research, items are In agenda order although not necessarUy
discussed In that order. .
ITEM 1t3 - ~ervice Awards
Belinda Massey, Clearwater Gas System, was presented the December 1997
Employee of the Month award.
ITEM #4 - Introductions and Awards
Proclamation: Diamond Jubilee - 75th Anniversary of Clearwater Gas System
Military Appreciation Day Event
Jumper batons, carried by participating parachutists, were presented to the City
Commission in thanks for their supp'ort of Military Appreciation Day. The efforts of MacDiII
Air Force Base, City and County staff, corporate sponsors. and civilians were noted, as
well as the tourism industry which put together packages and discount coupons for the
event. The City Commission was also presented a crystal plaque, decorated with the City
. logo.
Turkey Trot
The Engineering (Public Works) Department was presented the Iron Turkey Award
for the greatest number of participants in the Turkey Trot. The Legal Department was
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presented the Stuffed Turkey Award for the greatest percentage of department
participants. A $5,000 check was presented to the Parks & Recreation Department for
the Greater Clearwater Time's Turkey Trot Track Team. All participants were thanked for
their support.
ITEM #5 . Presentations
a) PBSJ - Engineer of Record
John Zumwalt and Jim Kennedy of PBS&J (Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc.)
reviewed their firm's background, history with Clearwater, community involvement,
clientele, and company projects in the Tampa Bay area. Clearwater hired PBS&J in 1995,
and has paid the firm $2.2-million for fees covering 85 projects, an average of $25,000
per assignment. It was indicated 21 % of the fees paid PBS&J were contract fees to local
subconsultants.
b) FOOT. LINKS Expressway Project
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Don Skelton, of FOOT (Florida Department of Transportation), said due to increased
traffic volumes, the Veterans Expressway needs improved connection to downtown Tampa
via 1.275. He indicated $282-million has been allocated but a minimum project will cost
$363-million and maximum effort will cost $600- to $700-milllon. The turnpike is now
part of this project. The plan is in its earliest conceptual stage. A public input process has
been established.
Sonny Timmerman, representing the Turnpike, indicated funding for the project is
approximately $81-million short. A toll solution was suggested. It has been estimated
that a $0.25 toll at Independence and on the Southbound ramps to and from 1-275 should
yield enough money to make all recommended improvements. Along with the toll, an
outer expressway system (no toll) could be constructed from Spruce Street to tie into the
existing system near Memorial Highway. Full access to the outer expressway system
would be provided at the Courtney Campbell and Memorial Highway interchanges. The
current LOS (Level of Service) coming out of the airport is F. Without the proposed toll,
the needed improvements cannot be built for 20 years.
Concern was expressed a traveler from the East Coast would be unfamiliar with the
Spruce Street alternative and be inconvenienced when traveling to Clearwater. It was
questioned how this toll will benefit PineJlas County and Clearwater. It was suggested
airport monies or another source be used for the project. It was requested meetings be
scheduled with Pinellas County citizen groups. Opposition was expressed to charging a
toll for drivers on the Courtney Campbell Causeway who wish to access the interstate
system.
Mr. Skelton said based on anticipated revenue streams, funding for this project will
not be available until beyond 2015. In response to a question, he said the problems at the
airport must be corrected before improvements are made to 1-275 between West Shore
and downtown Tampa. Concern was expressed regarding Clearwater citizens who travel
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Associations in Pinellas County. It was felt the recommended toll does not benefit
Clearwater or Pinellas County.
rr.e.tv1 #6 - AoorovaJ of Minutes
Commissioner Hooper moved to amend page 5 of the minutes of December 4,
1997, to Indicate: 1) Ms. Cormier is a long-time South Clearwater resident: 2) she had felt
the subject advertisements should have been funded by the COSG (Community
Development Block Grant) Administration Account: and 3) Commissioner Johnson and
Mayor Garvey had thanked her for her comment.s. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Commissioner Clark moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
December 4, 1997, as amended. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #7 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda
John Wiser recommended the Countryside Recreation Center be open longer hours.
He presented a list of projects in the Countryside area and requested they be considered
for inclusion in the Penny for Pinellas project list.
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John Tassanari thanked Commissioner Clark regarding the installation of water
meters on his street. Commissioner Clark indicated Public Works Administrator Rich Baier
deserved the credit. Mr. Tassanari opposed construction of a pool on Clearwater beach
and requested recreational facilities be provided in the Crest Lake Park area. He requested
the City do something for children at Christmas.
Rov Cadwell presented the Commission with a booklet containing a reprint of a
portion of Clearwater - A Sparklin.q City and sketches of important buildings and historic
photographs. He referenced the Freedom Committee, of which he is a member. A request
was made he provide a list of the members of the Committee.
Tom Nocera disagreed with the Legislative Delegation's vote to send a local bill to
the State Legislature that would allow municipalities to annex small enclaves. He said he
has a constitutional right to privacy and to be left alone. He questioned how the City
would pay for the incentives called for in the legislation. He also questioned if the City will
act to prevent future accidents at the Clearwater Pass jetty.
PUBLI~ HEARINGS
ITEM #8 - Public Hearina - Res. #98-01 - authorizing placement on liens on properties for
unpaid utility bills (FN)
Commissioner Clark moved to authorize the placement of liens on properties for
unpaid utility bills. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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The City Attorney presented Resolution #98-01 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Resolution #98-01 and authorize tho
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper. Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
LTEM #9 .. Publicl:'iearing & First Reading Ords. #6222-98 & #6223-98 - Annexation & RS-
4 Zoning for property located at 1573 Owen Or.. Orange Blossom Sub., Lot 7 (Kim Wayne
Biser, A97-13HCP)
The applicant has requested annexation and zoning of Single-Family Residential
"Four" for 1573 Owen Drive to obtain sewer service. The Planning & Zoning Board
unanimously endorsed the request.
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Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the Petition for Annexation and Zoning
Atlas Amendment to Single-Family Residential "Four" (RS-4) for Lot 7. Orange Blossom
Subdivision. The mr.;tion was duly seconded and c~rried unanimously.
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6222-98 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass Ordinance #6222-98 on first reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayas": Johnson. Clarki Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6223-98 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner See I moved to pass Ordinance #6223-98 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"NaysU: None.
ITEM #10 - Public Hearing & First Readina Ords. #6224-98 & #6229-98 - Annexation &
RS-8 Zoning for property located at 1934 Atlantis Dr.. Sunset Point Estates, Blk A. Lot 27
(Charlene Boatwright, Hubert & Mildred James. A97-14)(CP)
The applicant has requested annexation and zoning of Single-Famify Residential
"Eight" for 1934 Atlantis Drive to obtain sawer service and garbage pick-up. The Planning
& Zoning Board unanimously endorsed the request.
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Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the Petition for Annexation and Zoning
Atlas Amendment to Single-Family ResidentialllEight" (RS-8) for Lot 27, Block A, Sunset
Point Estates. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6224-98 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Seel moved to pass Ordinance #6224-98 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6225-98 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Seel moved to pass Ordinance #6225-98 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
IIAyestt: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
IINaysft: None.
ITEM #11 ~ Public Hearing & First Reading Ords. #6226-98 & #6227-98 - Annexation &
RS-6 Zoning for property located at 181, Pinewood Ave., Eastwood Terrace 1 st Add., Blk
0, Lot 2 (Alfonso Tundidor, A98-01 HCP)
The applicant has requested annexation and proposed zoning of Single-Family
Residential "Six" for 181 Pinewood Avenue to obtain sewer service. On January 6, 1998,
the Planning & Zoning Board unanimously endorsed the request.
Ms. Privett and Michelle Rasmussen expressed concern homeowners in enclaves
would be forced to annex at great personal expense. It was indicated that is not the case.
In response to a question, the City Manager said a sewer line already is in place. He said
it is a common misconception that annexation costs homeowners thousands of dollars.
Commissioner Clark moved to approve the Petition for Annexation and Zoning Atlas
Amendment to Single-Family ResidentiallSix" (AS-G) for Lot 2, Block 0, Eastwood Terrace
1 st Addition. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6226-98 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass Ordinance 1/6226-98 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
ItAyestt: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nayst': None.
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance 1/6227-98 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass Ordinance 1/6227.98 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
The Commission recessed from 7:37 to 7:56 p.m.
ITEM 1/12 . Public Hearing - Res. #98-04. adopting the amended EAR (Evaluation and
Appraisal Report) re City's Comprehensive Plan (CP)
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On October 17, 1996, the City Commission adopted the EAR (Evaluation &
Appraisar Report).' On October 22, 1996, the City Manager requested a 5-month
extension from the DCA (Department of. Community Affairs) to better coordinate planning
efforts in anticipation of the March 25, 1997, countywide referendum of the LGIS (Local
,Government Infrastructure Surtax), "Penny for Pinellas." The DCA has reviewed the
revised EAR and indicated the report, with modifications, will meet the rules and
requirements of Chapter 1 63.31 91, Florida Statutes, and Rule 9J-5 of the Florida
Administrative Code. It is necessary to readopt the EAR with all modifications made since
the original submission. The report will be transmitted to DCA for final sufficiency review.
Upon receipt of the final sufficiency determination, the update of the "Comprehensive
Plan will be prepared for DCA review. Upon the DCA finding the Plan to be in compliance
with all pertinent rules, regulations, and requirements, the City Commission must review
and approve the updated Comprehensive Plan be ordinance.
Senior Planner Lou Hilton reviewed changes to the EAR. In response to a question,
he said the pran does not affect the bluff. It was noted restrictions against development of
the bluff are included in the City Charter and are not part of this plan.
Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the updated and revised EAR (Evaluation &
Appraisal Report). The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution 1/98-04 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Resolution 1/98~04 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded' and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM 1/13 - Public Hearina - Declare city owned real property (annex site - 14.3 acres)
surplus to City needs for purpose of selling (eM)
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The annex site, with approximately 14.3 acres of urban developable land, is zoned
Urban Center - Eastern Corridor has a Future Land Use Classification of Central Business
District. The property Is no longer needed for municipal public use. It is located in the
eRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) District and was designated eligible for the
USEPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) Region 4 Brownfields Pilot
Program.
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Commissioner Johnson moved to declare City-owned real property as surplus and
no longer needed for municipal public use from the Northeast corner of Lot 2 of Revised
Map of R.H. Padgett's Sub of the SE ~ of the NW y.. of See 15-29S-15E, a POINT OF
BEGINNING, thence proceed N 89011 '57" W along the Northerly line of Lots 2 thru 13 of
said sub a distance of 699.87 ft to the NW corner of sail Lot 13; thence N 0035'34" W,
327.64 ft along the Westerly boundary of Lot 4 of said sub to a point common to the NW
corner of said Lot 4 and the SW corner of land shown on the Plat of Janie Daniels Sub;
thence N 01010'40" E, 142.40 feet along the Westerly boundary of said Plat to the NW
corner of Lot 7 of said Plat; thence N 06027'18;' W, 36.63 feet to the SW corner ot Lot 6
of said Plat; thence N 00001 '13" E, 150.21 feet to the NW corner of Lot 4 of said Plat;
thence N 00003'40" E, 364.43 feet along the Westerly boundary of Clearwater Heights,
to a point on the Southerly right~of-way of Cleveland Street; thence S 89041 '48" E,
608.64 ft along said right-of-way to an intersection with the Westerly right-of.way of
Missouri Avenue, being 44 feet Westerly of the East line of the NW ~ of said Section 15;
thence 00003'62" E along said Westerly right-at-way a distance of 1031.81 feet to an
intersection with the Easterly projection of the Northerly boundary of Lots 2 thru 1 3 of R.
H. Padgett's Sub; then~e N 89011 '57" W along said projection, 5.8 feet to the POINT OF
BEGINNING. Containing 14.369 acres M.O.L. and that the appropriate officials be
authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #14 - Public HearinQ - Convey title of city owned real property (annex 5ite-14.3
acres) to the eRA (CM)
The annex site, with approximately 14.3 acres of urban developable land, is zoned
Urban Center - Eastern Corridor has a Future Land Use Classification of Central Business
District. Transfer of the subject property from the City to the eRA will allow
implementation of the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan. Sale of the property to
the CRA for less than the appraised value for the purpose of implementing the eRA Plan is
a valid public purpose. Staff recommendation to declare the subject property as surplus
and to convey title from the City to the CRA is not intended to limit the ultimate use of the
property.
Commissioner Hooper moved to convey the Title of City-owned real property to the
eRA and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #15 - Public Hearinq & First Reading Ord. #6228-98 ~ RM-8 Zoning for property
located at 524 Bamboo Lane, Bamboo Sub., Lots 4, 11 & 12 (Carlisle Motors, Inc., Z98-
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In his January 15, 1998, letter, Dana Young, representative for Carlisle Motors,
Inc., requested this item be continued.
Commissioner Clark moved to continue Item 1115 to March 5, 1998. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #16 - Variance{s) to Sign B~9ulations for property located at 18627 US 19N, Sec.
20-29-' 6, M&B 33.01 (Steak N Shake, Inc., SV98-02HCP)
rn his January 14, 199B, letter, BoVd Hippenstiel of Heath and Company,
representative for Steak N Shake, requested this item be continued until February 19,
1998.
Commissioner Johnson moved to continue Item 1116 to February 19, 1998. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
ITEM #17 - Ord. #620~-98 - Submitting to the City Electors a proposed amendment to the
City Charter amending Sec. 2.01 (d)(4)(v) of the City Charter to delete the referendum
requirement for lease of city property with the land use designation of Recreation/Open
Space; providing for a referendum election
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, The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6205-98 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6205-98 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #18 - Ord. #6214-98 - Vacating 30' r-o-w of Alden Avenue, lying between Lots 5 &
6, Blk 1 and Lots 1-4, Blk 2, R. H. Padgett Sub. (Jones, Silver & St. Matthew's First
Missionary Baptist Church, Inc., V97-17)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6214-98 for second reading and read it by
title onry. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6214-98 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
t'Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #19 - Or{f. #6216-98 - RPO 11 Zoning for property located at 1345-1357 Pierce St.,
Tagarelli Sub., Blk 3, Lots 1 -4, W 34' of Lot 5 (Tampa Bay Community Development
Corp., Z97-10)
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6216-98 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance 1/6216-98 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson. Clark. Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #20 - Ord. #6220-98 - Refines original ordinance establishing a Residential
Reclaimed Water System; amending various sees. in Ch. 32, creating Sees. 32.381 and
32.382; and amending Art. XXV(3) and (4) Public Works - Fees, Rates and Charges
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6220-98 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Seel moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6220-98 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
;; Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
ITEM #21 - Ord. #6221-98 - RPD 7.5 Zoning for property located at 1 N. McMullen Booth
Rd., Sec. 16-29-16, M&B 21.16, 21.17 & 21.18 (Bricks Management & Real Estate
Development, Z97-09)
<~) The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6221-98 for second reading and read it by
title only.
Marcus Vernon, representative for the applicant, said he stood on information he
presented at the December 4, 1997. meeting. The up-to.date topography, which was
submitted, shows no negative deviations from earlier submittals.
Sandy Floyd, Francis Williams, Tom Nocero, Fran Briskman, Lou Angie, Shirley
Ellod, and Oavid Fellows opposed the development due to its density, height and impact on
surrounding neighborhoods and area drainage. There were requests to continue this item
to verify notification of surrounding property owners and for the opposition to seek legal
advise. In response to a question, the City Clerk reported staff sends notice to all
residents within 500 feet of subject properties. In response to a question, the City
Attorney indicated Mr. Fellows had indicated at the December 4, 1997, hearing that he did
not wish to cross examine Mr. Vernon.
Central Permitting Manager Sandy Glatthorn said the plan is in the process of final
review. Mr. Vernon will appear before the DRC (Design Review Committee) on January
29, 1998. This request is to approve the conceptual plan, not a detailed final site plan. In
response to a question, Public Works Administrator Rich Baier said the process ahead is
pretty rigorous and must substantiate drainage and conservation improvements. Mr.
Vernon said the project also includes an upland preserve and will meet a higher standard
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than required. The preservation easement and zoning will require that land to be preserved
in perpetuity.
Opposition to the project was expressed. It was noted the property is difficult to
develop. In response to a question, Mr. Vernon said the number of units proposed has
increased from the original site plan for 58 to 68 units. Concern was expressed this issue
not be continued as 6 weeks have elapsed since first reading. Mr. Vernon said he had
sent notice personally to neighbors of the project. He said nearby residents have known
about this project for more than 6 months. He felt the request to continue is a delay
tactic.
Commissioner Clark moved to continue Item #21. There was no second.
. Commissioner Seel moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6221-98 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Hooper, See I and Garvey.
"Nays": Johnson, Clark.
Motion carried.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
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CONSENT AGENDA (Items #22-30) - Approved as submitted, (Note: #23 is pulled) less
#28.
ITEM #22 . Accroval of Purchases & Declaration of Surplus cer 12/18/97 memorandum:
Gaylord Brothers, extension, maintenance of Galaxy hardware & software utilized by all
Librarv branches, 01/01/98 -12/31/98, $42,202 (UB)
Mid-Continent Electric, construction of mast arm foundations for traffic signal poles,
01/09/98 -12/31/98, $73,728 (PW)
M.T. Deason Company, Inc., gas materials - steel pipe & fittings, 01/09/98 -01/31/99.
, estimated $54,885.05 (GAS)
Grinnell Corp., brass water fittings, 02/01/98 -01/31/99, estimated $120,000 (PW)
PeopleSoft, Inc., maintenance, upgrades, sourc;e code updates & telephonic support for
payroll/human resources software system, 02/01/98 -01/31/99, estimated $66,067 (1M)
Brad Ragan, Inc., vehicle tires (new), 01/15/98 -09/30/99, estimated $305,000 (GS)
Pride of Florida, recapped vehicle tires, 01/15/98 -09/30/98, estimated $71,000 (GS)
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Ed Morse Chevrolet, three 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo sedans (replacement), $46,632;
funding to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Don Reid Ford, four 1998 Ford Ranger pickup trucks (replacement and three 1998 Ford
, Taurus 4 door sedans (replacement), $97,442; funding to be provided under City's master
lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Southern Sewer Equipment, ona 1998 Vac-Con Model VPD-3690THA sewer cleaner
vehicle (replacement), $159,770; funding to be provided under City's master lease-
purchase agreement (GS)
Environmental Holdings, Inc. dlbla Vantage Equipment, one 1998 Vactor Sewer Cleaning
Unit mounted on a Ford L T8513 chassis (replacement), $164,600; funding to be provided
under City's master lease-purchase agreement (as)
Ed Morse Chevrolet, one 1998 Chevrolet Suburban, $27,487; funding to be provided under
City's master lease-purchase agreement (as)
Carlisle Ford, twelve 1998 Ford Crown Victoria pollee pursuit vehicles, $287,988; funding
to be provided under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Kelly Services, temporary employment services, award date through 11/30/98, estimated
$45,000 (HR)
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$230,000 (GS)
Declare surplus to needs of City one 14'x36' Derrick Barge, FL 7109 EG, asset number G-
485 (FN)
ITEM #23 - See Dace 12.
ITEM #24 - Aoorove acceotance of 1 vear grant. for FY 1997/98 from the FDCA/Drug
Control and Systelfllmprovement Formula Grant Program, for the Geographic Information
System (GIS), $148,417.12 (PO)
ITEM #25 - Aareement with Career Dotions of Pinellas. Inc., design, implement &
administer a Special Initiative Program - Jobs for At Risk Youth, portion of Weed and Seed
Grant Program, amount not to exceed $50,000 (PO)
ITEM #26 - Aoorove donation to Clearwater Homeless Intervention Project. Inc. for funding
of operations in the amount $100,000; funding to be provided by unappropriated retained
earnings of the Special Program Fund (PO)
ITEM #27 - Receiot/Referral - LDCA fe Tree Protection Ordinance requiring triple permit
fees for violations (PW)
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ITI;M (l29 - Authorize Dartnershio with North Ward Elempntarv School; authorize
preparation of Interlocal agreement with Pinellas County Schools (eM)
ITEM #30 - Accent CRA's Notice of Intent to accept proposal for development of Annex
site from Justice Corporation
, Commissioner Clark moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted less Items
#23 and #28 and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion
was duly seconded Br:'d carried unanimously.
ITEM #";.3 - license Agreement. BellSouth Mobilitv-, Inc., for non-exclusive use involving
installation & operation of personal communications systems (PCS) equipment at City's
com'municatlon tower located at 3290 SR 580. for initial 5 year term. with 4 automatic
options to renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each, unless City is notified to contrary
(GS)
The City Clerk reported Item #23 was pulled from the agenda.
ITEM #28 - Authorize use of $40.000 from City Tree Reolacement fund for a Contract
Registered Landscape Architect position (PW)
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In an effort to reflect the City's vision for overall beautification and improve
landscaping along major street thoroughfares, parking lots, etc., it is necessary to employ
the services of a Registered Landscape Architect. The Registered Landscape Architect will
assist the Central Permitting, Public Works Administration, and Parks & Recreation
departments in creating a master landscape plan that will coordinate landscaping
throughout the City.
The City Manager reviewed the need for this position.
Commissioner Johnson moved to authorize the' use of $40,000 from the City Tree
Replacement fund for a Contract Registered Landscape Architect position. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #31 - Aoorove 90llective baraainin9 agreement with IAFF 1158 for Fiscal Years
1997/98 & 1998/99 (eM)
The most recent collective bargaining agreement between the City and IAFF
(International Association of Fire Fighters) Local 1158 expired on September 30, 1997.
This was a 3-year agreement.
City mflnagement staff and representatives of IAFF Local 11 58 met since August 1,
1997. to negotiate a new contract. On November 17, 1997, the process was completed
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when the parties came to a tentative agreement for a new 2-year contract. IAFF
submitted the proposed agreement to its membership which ratified it, by majority vote, on
December 5, 1997.
Major provisions include: 1) 2.year contract agreement; 2) Article 1 2, Personnel
Practices. Section 6. Sick Leave ~ Sick hours capped at 1,560 hours for 40-hour
employees and 2,184 for all other employees in bargaining unit. Buyout of sick leave
hours in excess of these amounts to be made for eligible employees at 50% of employee's
hourly base rate of pay at Jufy 1998; 3) new. training/tuition refund - tuition refund for
bargaining unit members. $850 in FY (fiscal year) 1998 and $1,000 in FY 1999; 4) new ~
driver-operator - new classification for Fire Department employees who are the drivers and
operators of fire engines, aerial apparatus, and squad; 5) new ~ performance & discipline -
Union agreed any system of performance management or discipline may be modified to
better meet needs of the employees and City; 6) new ~ retirement advancement - City and
Union agreed that during period of retirement advanceme'nt, employees are not eligible to
receive or accrue benefits except retirement credit; and 7) Appendix A - Wages - 1st pay
period in October 1997 - 2%; 1 st pay period in April 1998 - 2%; 1 st pay period in October
1998 ;and 1 st pay period in April 1999 - 2%.
Commissioner Hooper said he is a member of this local and reported a conflict of
interest regarding this issue.
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Commissioner Seel moved to approve the collective bargaining agreement as
negotiated with IAFF Local 1158 for Fiscal Years 1997/98 and 1998/99 and that the
appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded.
Commissioners Johnson, Clark, Seef, and Mayor Garvey voted "Aye"; Commissioner
Hooper abstained. Motion carried.
ITEM #32 - First Reading Ord. #6218-98 - Relating to utilities; amending Sees. 32.062,
32.066, 32.070, 32.071, 32.072, and Appendix A, Art. XXIV Utilities - General and
Deposits, and Appendix A, Art. XXV Public Works - Fees, Rates and Charges (FN)
Under the proposed change, utility deposit requirements are reduced from 3 months
to 2 months. Condominium associations with good account experience will be exempt
from utility deposits. The lien process is streamlined. Changing many mandatory "shall(s}"
to advisory "'may(s)" allows Utility Customer Service personnel flexibility in applying
ordinances. These changes empower staff to assist customers at the first point of contact
and will allow Utility Customer Service to be more customer friendly.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve changes to the Code of Ordinances
regarding Utilities - General and Deposits and Public Works-Fees, Rates, and Charges. The
motlon was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City' Attorney presented Ordinance 1/6218-98 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass Ordinance 1/6218-98 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
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"Nays": None.
ITEM #33 ~ Res. #98~O~ ~ providing for sale of, not to exceed $9~million Gas System
Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 1998 (FN)
Gas System Revenue Bonds, Series 1998, in an amount not to exceed $9~million,
will be used to refinance Series 1 994A, Gas System Revenue Bonds, at a present value
savings greater than 4%. Tho bonds will not be refunded unless tho 4% savings is
realized. In October 1997, the City attempted to refinance the 1994A bonds but interest
rates were not low enough to generate a 4% present value savings. The 19978 bonds
were issued to refinance the 1991 bonds. Market conditions have improved and the
1994A bonds can be refunded at a present value savings of 5.35% ($434,000). The .City
has selected William R. Hough & Co., Merrill Lynch & Co., and Raymond James &
Associates to serve as underwriters on these bonds, which will be sold through negotiated
public sale.
This resolution authorizes the City Manager and Finance Director to award the sale
of the bonds and to determine if it is in the best interest of the City to purchase a debt
service surety bond or to fund a debt service reserve.
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Commissioner Seel moved to provide for the sale of not to exceed $9-million Gas
System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 1998, and that the appropriate officials be
authorized to execute same. The motion was dUly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #98~09 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Resolution #98-09 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #34 - Don Reid Ford. one 1998 Ford Taurus 4 door station waQon, $18,169;
authorize funding under City's master lease-purchase agreement (GS)
Unit G282, a fully depreciated 1988 Ford Tempo assigned to Engineering Services.
requires $2,300 in repairs. Life to date repairs are $7,793.50, or 94% of original purchase
price of $8,212.57. This unit is not on the FY 1997/98 approved replacement list. The
purchase will require a 1 st quarter budget amendment to increase the project budget in
motorized equipment~L/P, by $1 7,258. In addition, the Engineering Department will
provide the additional $911 to upgrade to a station wagon from savings in department
personnel service costs. Savings in departmental personnel service costs also will provide
funding for monthly oper~ting charges.
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Commissioner Clark moved to award a contract to Don Reid Ford, Maitland, Florida,
for purchase of one 1998 Ford Taurus 4-door station wagon at a cost of $18,169 in
accordance with Sec. 2.564 (1 Hd). other governmental contract, Florida State Contract
070-001-96-1 and authorize funding under the City's master lease purchase agreement
and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded. Commissioners Johnson, Clark, Hooper, and Mayor Garvey voted "Aye";
Commissioner See I voted "Nay." Motion carried.
ITEM #35 - Aoorove revision to SAMP Day alan incorporating modified concepts that
restructure 13 SAMP pay ranges into 6 salary bands (HR)
The SAMP (Supervisory, Administrative, Managerial, and Professional) Pay Plan
Revision Project was initiated to revise and restructure the compensation plan for non-
represented City employees. The proposal addresses existing pay issues and aligns the ,
non-union compensation program with the City's need to attract and retain competent and
motivated employees.
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Approval of this pay plan is Phase I, which will implement a modified broadbanded
pay plan with aU SAMP classifications allocated to 6 broad salary bands. The modified pay
plan structure will reduce the number of salary ranges in the SAMP plan, provide greater
flexibility for implementing organizational changes, and flatten the City's hierarchical
structure. Phase II will be accomplished administratively and, over 2 years, will maximize
the effect of the broad banded pay structure by further reducing the number of overly-
specialized job classifications and by implementing a SAMP performance evaluation review
process with innovative merit-based compensation programs which reinforce the values of
the organization. '
The 13 pay ranges in the current SAM? pay plan have not been adjusted during the
past 4 years. During that time, the City has negotiated several annual pay range and wage
increases affecting all union represented job classifications causing significant salary
compression with unadjusted SAMP pay ranges. The broadbanded pay plan model was
researched and selected to establish a more effective compensation structure that will
provide greater administrative flexibility and financial controls necessary to facilitate
organizational changes. It also allows the City to resolve perceived pay inequities, avoid
the necessity of granting pay increases due to minor job restructuring or transfers to
equivalent level jobs, and flattens organizational structure.
Broad SAMP salary bands for 6 organizational job categories are based on current
labor market studies: The top 3 salary bands cover unclassified executive, administrative,
and operational management SAM? job classifications. The 3 lower salary bands cover all
non-represented supervisory, professional, and technical level employees in classified
positions covered by Civil Service Rules. The broadbanded SAMP pay plan can be
implemented with costs of less than $500 since all but a few recently hired SAMP
employees currently earn salaries above the salary band minimums for their job
classifications.
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Commissioner Clark moved to approve a revision to the SAMP pay plan
incorporating modified broadbanding concepts that restructure 13 SAMP pay ranges into 6
salary bands. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #36 - Res. #98-03 - endorsing a pplication of Project 97121 5 (Qualified Target
Industry Tax Refund Program) and commits the City to refund 10% of the eligible tax
refund upon certification by Enterprise Florida (eM)
The Florida Legislature created Florida Statutes. Section 288.106 to encourage the
growth of Florida's high-wage, value-added employment. This program is known as the
aTI (Qualified Target Industry) Tax Refund Program. The law authorizes Enterprise Florida
to accept, review, and approve applications for tax refunds to qualified target industry
businesses. A business receives a tax refund for each new job created.
Project 971215 wishes to expand its headquarters and projects to hire 560
employees over the next 4 years. The OTI program tax refund may not exceed $5,000 per
employee. The project also is eligible for a Brownfields Bonus of $2,500 per job created.
A aTI business may not receive refund payments of more than 25% of the total eligible
taxes that were paid by such business as specified in the tax refund agreement in any
fiscal year.
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A 20% local financial participation is required: 1) 10% - City of Clearwater and 2)
10% - Pinelles County. Under the full scenario. the City's maximum funding will be
$280,000 over 4 years. A fiscal impact during the current fiscal year is not anticipated.
A funding source will be identified next fiscal year. The City Manager reported the Pinellas
County Commission had approved this program on January 12, 1998.
Commissioner Seel moved to endorse the application of Project 971215 and
commit the City of Clearwater to refund 10% of the eligible tax refund upon certification
by Enterprise Florida, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #98-03 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Resolution #98-03 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
HAyesH: Johnson, Clark. Hooper. Seel and Garvey.
"Naysll: None.
The City Manager, Assistant City Manager Bob Keller, and the City Attorney were
thanked for their efforts to bring this program to Clearwater. The City Manager said the
program provides exciting direction for the City.
ITEM #37 - Res. #98-' 0 - approving modifications to Downtown Redevelopment I CRA
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The CRA'n Downtown Redevelopment Plan, adopted by Resolution #95-65,
includes Commercial/Office/Residential and a small portion of Low Density Residential land
uses at the annex site. The proposed modification of the area bordered by Missouri and
Greenwood Avenues and Court and Cleveland Streets from Low Density Residential to
Commercial/Office/Residential, will allow the eRA to focus bettor on land use opportunities
in the Urban Center Easter Corridor.
The proposed modifications will eliminate: 1) the Entertainment Center on the annex
site; 2) the Cleveland Street/Greenwood Avenue rotary intersection; 3) the angled street
system east of Greenwood Avenue, and 4) the area diagonal road system. A new road
system will be developed as new development unfolds.
Modification of the Plan will allow needed land use flexibility that will serve the
City's long range redevelopment plans and meet the City goal of Economic Development.
If determined legally necessary, other agencies may need to review the modifications.
Commissioner Johnson moved to amend the Community Redevelopment Plan for
the Community Redevelopment Area and that the appropriate officials be authorized to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #98-10 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Resolution #98-10 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
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ITEM #38 - Soecial Events Grant Funding - Pilot Program Recommendations (eM)
In keeping with the City's vision to enhance Clearwater's Uenvironment with festive
activities, " the Special Events Granting Program is designed to encourage new and
expanded events and to provide a systematic approach of granting City co-sponsorships
for special events on an annual basis. The goal is to provide matching grants funding for
Clearwater non-profit organizations so they may facilitate new or expanded events which
will benefit the organization and citizens of Clearwater.
The pilot program provides $50,000 for eligible applicants. Grants will be awarded
in variable increments with a maximum of $10,000 per event. Funds will be awarded on a
matching basis of 2 to 1. Matching funds may be in the form of in-kind services or cash.
If City services such as Police, Fire, Parks & Recreation services, etc. are requested, such
services must be estimated and included in the grant funding request. City co-
sponsorships on in-kind services will not be provided in addition to grants.
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Special events held on public property or events that affect public property require
approval of the City's Special Events Committee. Events are subject to the established
regulations governing public health and safety. Based on the type of event, various
permits may be required and the cost of those can be included in the request for grant
funds.
Call for applications in March 1998, will be by notification through daily newspaper
notices and/or by letters to non-profit organizations within the City. The application
deadli~e is' April 15, 1998, with recommendations presented to the City Commission
during the first Commission meoting in June 1998. Funds will be disbursed from June 15,
1998 through September 30, 1999. Documentation and a final report will be required 45
days after the completion of the event.
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Crif:eria include: 1) applicant(s} to provide verification of being a not-far-profit
organization or a not-far-project Florida corporation, in good standing, pursuant to Chapter
617 of the Florida' Statues; 2) applicant(s) organization must have programs operating in
the City; 3) matching funds may be anticipated at the time of application, but must be
received by the applicant and obligated by the ending date of the grant; 4) applicant(s)
organization must have been incorporated or operational for a least 1-year at the time of
application; 5 applicant{s) must furnish a financial statement of condition for the
organization's previous year; 6) applicant(s) must provide a complete application package
by specified deadline; 7) applicant{s) must agree to comply with all legal; financial, and
operational requirements of the City;s Special Events permitting process; 8) event must be
open and accessible to the public; 9) only one application will be considered for each
event; 10) onry applications from organizations in good standing with the City will be
considered; 11) applicant(s) must agree to provide a full accounting and documentation of
all expenditures allowed by the grant; 12) applicant(s) must use the grant funds solely for
the purposes of the grant; 13) applicant(s) must agree to provide appropriate promotional
credit to the City; and 14) applicant(s) must agree to use the funds within the grant period
specified on the grant application.
The City Manager noted this is a pilot program. Organizations will have to
demonstrate what they are bringing to the City to qualify for funding. He said this program
provides an innovative way of getting more activities into the community. It was noted
the program provides incentives for new activities and addresses the Commission Vision.
In response to a question, Deputy City Manager Kathy Rice said 2 years of funding
has been budgeted for the Greenwood Panthers and Greenwood Clinic.
Consensus was to remove religious organizations from eligibility.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the pilot program recommendations for
Special Events Grant Funding with the understanding religious organizations are not eligible
for these grants. The motion was duly seconded.
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agencies. It was suggested the criteria be expanded as not all organizations can put on
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events such as the Florida Orchestra. Ms. Rice sold part of staff's consideration was that
non-profit agencies host events to raise money. Concern was expressed too many
agencies will be unable to qualify for these funds. Limiting tho pilot program to one year
was recommended. The City Manager said the proposal recognizes the community needs
additional events. This provides the City the opportunity to holp with an event without
being the primary sponsor. In response to a question. he said any organization can apply
for these funds. Staff will try to spread the funds to as many groups as possible. He
encouraged agencies coordinate their efforts.
Upon the vote being taken. Commissioners Johnson, Hooper. Seel, and Mayor
Garvey voted NAye"; Commissioner Clark voted "Nay." Motion carried.
1I.~39 - Legislative Packaae (elK)
According to the City's 1998 Legislative Package, priority Issues Include seeking
funding through various avenues for: 1) beach redevelopment and beautification; 2)
economic development including job creation and clean-up of Brownfields area; 3) tourism
development; 4) Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard (SR 60) enhancements including traffic flow and
aesthetic improvements; and 5) transition from welfare to work.
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The City will support legislation that will: 1) allow municipalities to annex Type A
enclaves of 3 acres or less; 2) remove the works "slum and blight" from the Community
Redevelopment Act: 3) enhance the effoctiveness of the 1997 Brownfields Redevelopment
Act by addressing the glitches in the 1997 legislation: providing a permanent funding
source for the "'Brownfields Redevelopment bonus refund": allowing a Brownfields Area to
be considered for Enterprise Zone designation and designating USF (University of South
Florida) as the State Brownfields Research Center.
The City will oppose legislation that will: 1) compel municipalities to increase
benefits to pension plans in which police officors and firefighters are members; 2) preclude
the use of federal Disaster Relief and Emergoncy Assistance funds to address damages
caused by natural disasters to parks and publicly owned recreation facilities; 3). eliminate or
reduce the Florida Communities Trust Preservation 2000 or State Recycling grant
programs; 4) increase the cost of road construction projects by reducing the criteria under
which damages can be claimed; and 5) reduce a municipality's ability to regulate activities
in its rights-ot-way.
In response to a question, the City Clerk reviewed staff's recommendation to
address the Utility Tax for electric and gas service. State law currently requires the
portion of a customer's bill attributed to increases in fuel costs since October 1. 1973. be
exempt from the 10% Utility Tax allowed by State law. Exempting increases in fuel costs
effectively reduces the City's 10% utility tax to 7%. Of greater concern is the burden of
the complicated calculations necessary to remove fuel cost increases from the amount to
be taxed. These calculations are also difficult to explain to customers who request an
explanation of how their bill was calculated.
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If the exemption is'remo\led, the customer will experience an increase in their bill
because the 10% tax would be applied to the entire bill. As the biggest concern is the
complicated calculations which must be done, staff would support legislation that reduces
the tax to 7%, if the exemption of fuel cost increases is removed.
Commissioner Clark moved to remove page 10, Exclusion of Cable Television Public
Service Tax, and page 1,1, Limitations of Telecommunication Franchise Fees and Utility
Taxes. The modon was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Hooper moved to amend page 16 by adding "and reduce the Utility
Tax to 7%" and approve the 199B Legislative Package legislative Package as amended.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM 1/40 - AODointment of Charter Review Commitw~ (eLK)
In response to a question, the City Attorney said the City Commission can agree
that each Commission will appoint 2 members to the Charter Review Committee.
Commissioner Clark moved that each Commissioner appoint 2 members to the
Charter Review Committee not subject to approval by other Commission members. The
motion was duly seconded and ca..,jed unanimously.
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Appointed to the Charter Review Committee: 1) Commissioner Seel - Grant
Peterson & Pat Greer; 2) Commissioner Johnson - Richard Fitzgerald & William Justice; 3)
Commissioner Hooper - Judy Mitchel & Douglas Hilkert; 4) Commissioner Clark - Mayme
Hodges & Tim Johnson; and 5) Mayor Garvey - Jackie Tobin. The Mayor will notify the
City Clerk of her other nomination before the end of January.
. ITEM #41 - Develooment Code Adiustment Boam - 1 appointment (eLK)
Commissioner Johnson moved to appoint Shirley Moran. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously
ITEM #42 - Airoort Authority - 1 appointment (eLK)
Commissioner Clark moved to appoint Robert Lunt. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously
JTEM 1143 . Plannina & Zonina Board - 1 appointment (eLK)
Commissioner Hooper moved to appoint Rick Anderson. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously
ITEM #44 - Other Pendina Matters - None.
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ITEM #45 - Res. #98-02 - Abatement Lien - 3036 Prestige Drive, Forest Wood Estate 1 st
Add., Lot 88 (The Belleair Group Inc.)
The City Attorney presented Resolution #98-02 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Resolution #98-02 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Seel and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #46 - Other City Attornev Items
a) Approval of settlement stipulation in Patrick Media (Eller Media) vs. City
Charlie Siemon, outside counsel for the City, said the settlement reflects direction
given in closed door sessions. Under the proposal, the City agrees to adopt an ordinance
allowing advertising on bus shelters in the City. PST A (Pinellas Suncoast Transit
Authority) has a franchise allowing the advertising. The proposed ordinance is to allow
one 4-#00t by a-foot advertisement on one side of each bus shelter. The settlement
stipulation requires a minimum number of shelters
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According to the agreement, Eller Media (FKA Patrick Media) will remove 21
billboards in 18 months with 1/3 of the billboards being removed every 6 months. Mr.
Siemon is not as confident the City would prevail in court regarding 2 billb"oards in a
different class. Eller Media has requested the ability to relocate these signs onto US 19N,
where they are protected by federal law. Eller Media is requesting up to 7 years to
exercise this right. According to the agreement, all accrued fines will be waived. All
litigation will be settled with prejudice so no possibility exists that the suit will be renewed.'
If Eller Media does not remove the signs according to the agreement, the City can remove
the signs and be reimbursed for expenses. According to the agreement, billboards
remaining in place can be maintained. Each side in this dispute will pay its own legal fees.
provisions of the agreement make clear the relationship between PST A and Eller Media is
their relationship alone and the City is not involved in it.
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allow bus shelters in commercial and industriaJ areas, and multi-family districts where
PST A stops. The advertisements will be placed on the downstream side with a backlight.
Each bus shelter will have a trash receptacle, a minimum of 2 wind panels, and comply
with minimum PSTA standards. Should PSTA Change their standards regarding bus
shelters, the City Commission remains an independent regulatory agency. The 1,OOO-foot
separation between bus shelters can be waived by the City Manager under certain
circumstances. Limitations exist regarding where bus shelters can be placed in the right-
of-way. Mr. Siemon indicated Eller Media is somewhat uncomfortable with the special
discretion allowed for the City Manager.
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Frustration was expressed regarding this proposed agreement. The City has tried to
get Eller Media into compliance regarding its billboards for a long time. It was felt the City
should not have to give in at this point. Mr. Siemon indicated continuing the lawsuit would
take a long time and there is no guarantee of victory. In reference to page 5 of the
agreement, it was noted the proposed ordinance is not to address standards regarding the
bus shelters. Mr. Siemon said the requirement is for the design of the bus shelters not to
deviate from Exhibit E. It was noted Eller Media had offered input regarding the drafting of
this ordinance. Mr. Siemon indicated common practice is to have input from all affected
parties.
It was questioned if PST A makes changes regarding their bus shelter franchise
agreement, if the City Commission would have the right to agree with or oppose those
changes. In response to a question, the City Attorney said the agreement does not cause
the City to abdicate its authority to the PSTA. Mr. Siemon said the ordinance will have to
satisfy PSTA requirements. Approval of the settlement stipulation in this suit becomes
effective if the ordinance includes certain items.
It was questioned if the City could build a nicer shelter than what is agreed to in the
ordinance. If the City could build a nicer shelter, would PSTA have the right to demand
that the City install advertisements. Mr. Siemon did not think the City could be forced to
install PSTA advertisements. He speculated the PSTA would not be able to limit the City's
actions regarding this issue. He said nothing done tonight will affect the relationship
between the City and PST A.
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Concerns were expressed the shelters will have the name "Eller" on them. Mr.
Siemon believed the City could consider the IIEller" as part of the advertising and the
ordinance could stipulate the Eller sign be placed in the proximity of the other
advertisements.
William T. Jonson, Sheila Cole, and Bill Zinzow spoke in opposition to the
settlement preferring the City not compromise regarding the sign code. Mr. Siemon noted
approximately 50 to 60 places in the City may be candidates for placement of the bus
shelters. If PSTA discontinues a route, the affected shelters must be moved within 30
days. The shelters are allowed only on PSTA routes. In response to a Question, he said
Eller Media has not been willing to allow the City to stipulate which signs will be removed
first. It was indicated PST A has strict graphics regulations.
Ken Graves, representative for Eller Media, indicated the advertisements cannot
feature tobacco, alcohol, political messages, or socially embarrassing issues. In response
to a question, the City Attorney said she did not want to delay the settlement waiting for
the ordinance to be finalized. If no ordinance is approved, the settlement is not valid and
the case returns to the court. Mr. Graves indicated nothing done tonight will increase or
decrease the PSTA's powers. He said the removal of billboards will be based on
advertising contracts. In response to a question, he said advertisements in the bus
shelters typically are changed every 30 days.
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In response to a question by Fran Sriskman, it was indicated Eller has an exclusive
10-year contract with PSTA and this settlement will not set a precedent regarding
advertising on bus benches. If the City continues the law suit and prevails, it was
questioned if Eller may take the matter before the Supreme Court. Mr. Siemon said they
may try but he felt they would lose a jurisdictional decision.
In response to a question, Mr. Siemon said a successor clause is included in the
agreement. It was noted if the 19 billboards are removed and replaced with signage on
bus shelters, the total square footage of signage in the City will be decreased. It was felt
bus shelters will provide comfort for many people during inclement weather.
Commissioner Clark moved to approve the settlement stipulation in Patrick Media
(Eller Media) versus the City of Clearwater. The motion was duly seconded.
It was felt the City should not give in to Eller. Concern was expressed, if the City
stays the course and presses on, 8 more years may pass before the billboards are
removed. Such action would cost a great deal of money. It was noted the Commission
reserves its right to support or oppose the ordinance.
Upon the vote being taken, Commissioners Clark, Hooper, and Seel voted "Aye";
Commissioner Johnson and Mayor Garvey voted "Nay." Motion carried.
The Commission recessed from 9:46 to 9:59 p.m.
<.~::) b) Direction ra conservation easement on Camp Soule Property
Commissioner Johnson moved to discontinue any further negotiation regarding the
Camp Soule Property. The motion was duly seconded.
It was noted the Boy Scouts want to remain in charge of the property. In response
to a question, the City Attorney indicated the Boy Scouts are interested in the
conservation easement but do not know how much public access they would allow. The
cost of a conservation easement is based on an appraisal. The FCT (Florida Communities
Trust) will not perform the appraisal until the City commits its share of funding for the
easement. In the past, the FCT has not spent public monies on properties without public
access. rn response to a question, the City Attorney said the City could continue without
the State's involvement but would not qualify for State funds.
Upon the vote being taken, the motion carried unanimously.
The City Attorney clarified that based on this action the City is finished with
pursuing agreements regarding the Camp Soule property.
ITEM #47 - City Manaaer Verbal Reoorts
The City Manager announced FOOT is holding a public hearing on the Drew Street
Widening project on January 26, 1998, at Oak Grove Middle School.
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The City Manager announced the January 20; 1998; meeting regardIng Penny for
Pinellas projects has been canceled. It will be rescheduled.
l1'EM #48 - Other Commission Action
Mavor Garvev and Commissioner Seel thanked staff for the success of the first
issue of Clearwater Magazine.
Commissioner Seel noted a reference in the minutes to a liaison with the City
Commission on the EAB (Environmental Advisory Board) and questioned if all boards had
the same. Commissioner Clark indicated this was something that was suggested at a City
Commission meeting. The EAB was the first to appoint one.
Commissioner Seel requested a letter be sent in opposition to Senate Bill 92 that
would require additional compensation to businesses for median closings.
Commissioner Seel stated she had attended a recent Coalition of Homeowners
meeting and found it valuable to be there. She suggested establishing a rotation for
Commission attendance. It was noted other Commissioners already attend from time to
time. It was agreed an effort would be made to be certain a Commissioner attends each
of these meetings.
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Commissioner Johnson requested the public be made aware of low cost flood
insurance available through FEMA. It was suggested this fact be reported on C-View TV
and in Clearwater Magazine.
Commissioner Hoooer noted Organizational and Development Director Pam Skyrme
was a panel member of an Innovations Group Program.
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Commissioner HOODsr requested information regarding the Martin Luther King Day
Parade. It was stated the parade is scheduled for Monday. Information will be provided.
Commissioner Hooeer requested a status report on the Highland Avenue
construction project.
Commissioner Hoooer wished the Mayor a successful trip to Nagano, Japan.
Mavor Garvev thanked the City Commission, City Manager, and staff for their
support in pulling together to make the Hospitality Center in Nagano a reality.
Commissioner Hoooer questioned when the beach pool would be brought back to
the Commission for direction. The City Manager indicated staff is pulling together
information regarding alternatives and will bring it back soon.
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friendly. H~ requested staff address this issue.
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the Weighted Public Housing assessment. She wished the CHA luck as they seek to
replace, Executive Director" Deborah Vincent who has accepted a job in Washington D.C.
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