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M.A. Galbraith, Jr.
Cynthia E. Goudeau
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
CITY COMMISSION WORK SESSION
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The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met at City Hall with the following
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Richard Fitzgerald
Sue Serfield
lee Regulski
William Nunamaker
Mayor/Commissioner
ViceMMa yor /Commissioner
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The meet,ng was called to order at 10:30 a.m.
Declare vehicle and eauioment surolus to City needs and authorize sate to the highest
bidder at Public Auction (GS)
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Due to the purchase of replacement items, vehicles and equipment have
accumulated at the Fleet Maintenance facility on, Grand Avenue.
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Former auctions have shown that disposing of surplus vehicles and equipment in
this manner more accurately reflects the true market value of said equipment, therefore, a
Public Auction provides a higher net return to the City. Bids will be solicited for a
professional auctioneer to handle the sale and advertisement of the surplus vehicles and
equipment. The sates expenses will be deducted from the gross sales income.
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Much of the surplus items have a residual commercial value. Commercial buyers,
recognizing this value, are accustolTled to purchasing at competitive Public Auctions. A
Public Auction also provides the general public with access to City surplus vehicles and
equipment whereas the public might not have the opportunity to bid in a sealed-bid or
tradeMin situation.
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auctions are usually held once a year, however, it has been a year and a half since the last
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Parks & Recreation Board's recommendation to name the new minioark on Cleveland
Street "Station Square Park" (P&R)
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The new minipark at 612 Cleveland Street is nearly completed. The Community
Development Agency (CRA) provided the monies for construction. Staff recommends
selecting a name and installing a sign to clearly identify the site as a ltpublic park. II
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Project work consists of removing three existing submersible sewage pumps and
replacing them with larger pumps with variable frequency drive controls; removal and
replacement of corroded piping in the pump station; pump station modifications; and
construction of a utility building with an air conditioned electrical room, engine generator
set, and pertinent electrical facilities.
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To assist in the name selection, staff contacted Mike Sanders, Chairman of the
Clearwater Historic Preservation Board, for information regarding the site's history.
According to Mr. Sanders, a railroad depot was first constructed on the site in 1888. The
railroad used the property for a rail station until the early 1970's when the City purchased
it and developed it with a parking lot.
Based on the information provided by the Clearwater Historic Preservation Board,
the Parks & Recreation Board is recommending the name, "Station Square Park."
Mayor Garvey recommended adding Cleveland Street to the name and suggested
the Historical Society could put plaques in the park regarding historical families.
Commissioner Regulski felt it would be appropriate to include a plaque indicating
the reason behind the park's name. Ream Wilson, Parks & Recreation Director, indicated
staff was considering a 10- 15 foot sign inside the park's perimeter. He noted a planter
could be constructed with the park's name on the front side and the history of the site on
the other.
Consensus of the Commission was to add this item to Thursday night's agenda
with the appropriate resolution establishing the park's name.
One-year annual contract to purchase double detector check valve assemblies from Davis
Meter & SUDotv Co., at a total estimated cost of $61,638 (PW) This item was pulled.
Rehabilitation of PumD Station No. 42 to Wharton Smith, Inc., Lake Monroe, Fl, for
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Pump Station No. 42, on City property near the Northeast Pollution Control Facility
adjacent to McMullen Booth Road, serves most of the Countryside area. The submersible
pump station is approximately 16 years old and requires major rehabilitation because of
corrosion of the pumps and piping.
Ten bids were received. Briley, Wild and Associates recommends the Contract be
awarded to Wharton Smith, Inc.
In response to a question, it was indicated there are 70 pump stations throughout
the City.
CO #8 to the contract for the Marshall Street Advanced Pollution Control Facilitv Proiect,
adjusting the total contract amount to $17,328,600 and amending the project budget to
$18,350,000 (PW)
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Concerns were raised regarding the payback period for the placement of the
underground tanks. Suggestions were also expressed regarding placing the tanks above
ground to reduce the possibility of contamination. All of this information will be provided
to the Commission.
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The purpose of this Change Order (CO) is to compensate the contractor for the
revisions he was directed to perform. Had they not been done immediately, the completed
CO Items could have caused a delay in the project's completion.
The available balance in project 343-6626. Marshall Street AWT Plant, for this CO
is $266,178.97, and the project budget is $18 million. The mid year budget review will
include an amendment to increase the project budget by $350,000 to $1 8,350,000.
Interest earnings on the bond issue will provide the additional funds for the CO. Additional
Engineering fees for consulting services. inspection and operating manuals, and payment
for the remainder of CO items completed earlier in construction and will be billed on the
final CO.
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The items for this Change Order (CO) are as follows: Item A) To provide additional
electrical reliability and reduce electrical energy costs at the Marshall Street Advanced
Pollution Control Facility, the City recommends the installation of two additional 600 KW
Standard generator units. two steel, 1,500 gallon fuel storage tanks, and all required
appurtances for a cost of $422,856; Item B) Install floor drain at grit snail and effluent
pump station dumpster for a cost of $3,625; Item C) Provide additional piping and
modifications to reduce grit build up on the grit teacup system for a cost of $2,178; and
Item D) Install fiberglass grating with aluminum supports at self contained weir gates at
Aeration Reactors #4 through #13 for a cost of $6,376, for a total increase of $435,035.
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Regarding Item A, Bill Baker, Public Works Director, reiterated the City can save on
its energy costs by installing these components.
~~~ A question was raised if the plants could be fueled by gas. Mr. Baker indicated this
was not the way to go.
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A question was raised regarding contamination from locating the tanks in the
ground. The City Manager indicated additional information will be provided to the
Commission. Mr. Baker stated he would provide information validating that gas is not the
proper fueling component.
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Ouestions were raised regarding whether contingency funds had been expended
and how close the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Project was to completion. Mr. Baker
indicated the plants have been online for some time. 5taft continues to clean and tweak
the systems and adapt the plants to the new sludge rules. He stated staff hoped to
complete it within the original $50 million budget. However, this will be tight.
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Public Hearing/receive Dublic comment relating to traffic recommendations contained in the
Clearwater Beach Traffic Study report prepared by Wade-Trim, Inc., establish date for
public information meeting to display details of the plan and receive further public input
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On September 6, 1990, the City contracted with Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan
(PBS&J), Tampa, FL, to perform an alignment study/design of Myrtle Avenue. The
engineer was to evaluate three alternatives: 11 a no-build alternative; 21 intersection
improvements on lakeview Road; and 31 a maximum of two new alignments extending
Myrtle Avenue southward from Lakeview Road to Clearwater-Largo Road.
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The City hired Wade-Trim, Inc., a firm specializing in traffic engineering, to study
and prepare recommendations to improve traffic flow and reduce/eliminate the number of
Police Aides required for traffic control during peak periods on Clearwater Beach.
Wade-Trim reviewed the conditions and recommended altering traffic circulation,
pedestrian facilities, and supplementing the informational sign system. The study
proposes: 1) Implement a one-way pair street system between Coronado Drive and South
Gulfview Boulevard and Harnden Drive and South Gulfview Boulevard, following one of
three alternates, listed A, B, or C; 2) Install and/or add to the existing informational sign
system; and 31 Remove and eliminate the existing sidewalk and on-street parking along the
west side of South Gulfview Boulevard and relocate pedestrian traffic to the west side of
beach parking.
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The study provides detail on how each of the recommendations would be
accomplished. Wade-Trim, in addition to an on-site review of the traffic problem, has met
with the Clearwater Beach Blue Ribbon Task Force and the Police Department to receive
their ideas and input concerning traffic solutions. Staff recommends a public notification
procedure similar to the one used by the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) for
information on the Clearwater Pass Bridge, be used to advise the public of details of the
engineering proposal and to record public comment. Comments received would be
summarized and a final recommendation submitted to the City Commission for
consideration.
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Streets involved in the traffic circulation pattern are the responsibility of three
jurisdictions; FOOT is responsible for Memorial Causeway (SR 60) west to its intersection
with Mandalay Avenue; Pinellas County has jurisdiction over South Gulfview Boulevard
from Coronado Drive to the Clearwater Pass Bridge; and Clearwater is responsible for the
other streets.
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Mr. Baker indicated the purpose of this public hearing is to receive public input. A
decision regarding the recommendations will be requested at a later date.
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Status reaort from Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jernigan, Inc. regarding proposed street
aliQnment of Mvrtle Avenue (PW)
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The interim verbal report will discuss the alignment choices and estimated project
cost. As the project has developed, it appears the best alignment choice will require a
railroad overpass structure which will greatly impact the project's cost. Presently, Florida
Department of Transportation (FOOTl funding is not available for the project.
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Cecil Henderson, Assistant Public Works Director, indicated staff and consultants
have reviewed the roadway's location. He stated there is $2 million in the Penny for
Pinellas funding and no Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) funding available for
this project.
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Jim Kennedy of Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jernigan indicated this project addresses
0.9 mile of complicated roadway. Dan Kelly, also of Post, Buckley, stated three
alignments were considered. One "at grade" alignment would result in too much impact
on local neighborhoods. The other llat grade" alignment considered would provide a
dangerous curve situation. Therefore, the firm recommended the third alignment of an
overpass over the railroad.
Concerns were expressed regarding the intersection of Myrtle Street at S Ft.
Harrison Avenue already being difficult. It was agreed this intersection would require
signalization.
Building a bridge over the railroad will add to the cost. The project is estimated to
cost $7 million without the bridge, and $8.5 - $9 million with the bridge. The City
Manager indicated he is recommending the project be put on hold until staff can identify
additional funding.
Bill Baker, Public Works Director, indicated another study regarding the Alternate
US 1 9 corridor may effect the Myrtle Street alignment. He stated the current project is
more expensive and complicated than was originally anticipated.
A question was raised if funding would be forthcoming if Myrtle is designated as a
part of the Alternate US19 corridor. It was indicated this was one of the complexities of
the issue. The City Manager stated he will bring forward a budget amendment regarding
the Penny for Pine lias projects.
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A question was raised regarding when a recommendation for the Alternate US 1 9
alignment would be forthcoming. Mr. Henderson indicated sta1f anticipates a
recommendation within a month or two. He stated Post Buckley's contract regarding this
project will be closed out.
It was the consensus of the Commission to place this item on the Consent Agenda,
to accept the report, and to put the project on hold.
Bill Baker reported George Athens, representing the Aunt Esther Inn, has requested
the City install parking spaces on Harnden Drive. He indicated the City had offered to build
parking spaces in the past. Only one establishment, the Sea Cove, took advantage of the
City's offer and the City built them four parking spaces. Clearwater has a license
agreement with the Sea Cove to use the spaces located in the City right-of.way. The
Aunt Esther Inn is now requesting the City to construct parking spaces for them.
Mr. Baker indicated four or five spaces could be constructed and leased to Aunt
Esther Inn for $15 a month. Construction costs would be recovered within three years.
The City Manager indicated the license agreement would contain a 30-day cancellation
clause. He stated these parking spaces are being constructed for the convenience of the
Hotels in that area and this has been done once before. He questioned if the Commission
wished to continue the practice.
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Discussion ensued regarding whether or not this Commission still agreed with the
philosophy of allowing the use of the City.s right-of-way for this purpose. The
Commission requested further research be done regarding the impact of continuing the
practice and that discussion be scheduled for a future meeting.
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City staff has negotiated for several months to exchange a parcel of land in
HiIIsborough County, the Sludge Farm, for a parcel of land on Island Estates.
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The Commission agreed to make a swap of land with Rex Harper, representing
Windward Reflection's, Inc., whereby the City would acquire the property at 205
Windward Passage for approximately 57.33 acres of HiIIsborough County land.
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Mr. Harper has expressed interest in acquiring a total of 250 acres. The 57.33 acre
swap will allow the City to acquire its desired upland Marina site without cash. Mr. Harper
is interested in the 57.33 acres only if he can acquire the adjoining 193 acres for future
development. The City desires to retain ownership of the 193 acres for at least two more
years for sludge disposal and ease in maintaining the City's Department of Environmental
Regulation sludge disposal permits.
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Consultation with the City Engineer, Public Works Department, and Consulting
Engineer (Briley-Wild) indicate no adverse affect to the sludge farm operation if the 57.33
acre parcel is sold. By retaining ownership of the 193 acres for at least two more years,
the City can continue to spread sludge on the land in accordance with existing permits.
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The 57.33 acre site, with significant road frontages, has an appraised value of
$430,000, or $7,500 per acre. The entire 250 acre tract has an appraised value of
$5,900 per acre. or $1,475,000.
The City Manager reiterated that an even swap of land value was being proposed at
this time with an option requested by Windward Reflections to purchase the remaining
property in 2 to 2.5 years.
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Questions were raised regarding what would happen at the end of that time if the
City still needed the property for sludge disposal. The City Manager indicated time
limitations are in place regarding the use of land for sludge disposal and, at that point, the
land will be reaching its saturation point. He stated City staff would be coming forward
with a recommendation for a different sludge processing procedure that does not require
, the same sludge disposal property.
It was requested that a clause regarding there being a warrant, there would be no
'moratoriums, be deleted from the document.
ICont'd from 04/04/91) Public HearinQ & First Reading Ords. #5068~91 & #5069-91 -
Land Use Plan Amendment to Industrial and IL Zoning for a parcel located on the S side of
Lakeview Rd., between the Seaboard Coastline Railroad and the S Myrtle Avenue
intersection, Lake Bellaview Addn., Blk 2, Lots 17.27 (Rehm LUP90-21, Z90~09) (PL&D)
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The request is for a land Use Plan amendment from Commercialrrourist Facilities to
Industrial and a zoning amendment from CN (Neighborhood Commercial) to II (Light
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" The property is presently developed with two buildings and a portion of a third
building. Building #1 is on lots 17 through 22, Building #2 is on lots 23 and 24, and
Building #3 is located partially on lots 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and the vacated right-of-way of
First Avenue. Lots 28, 29, 30 (including a portion of Building No.3) and the vacated
right-of-way for First Ave. are already Zoned II and carry a Land Use Plan designation of
Industrial. Existing uses in Building #1 are offices, a skin care center and counseling
services, Building #2 is a candy factory and Building #3 is used to sell used retail
equipment and supplies (Liquidation Enterprises). Prior to the adoption of the new land
Development Code (LOC) in 1 985, the parcels subject of this request were zoned General'
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way for the Myrtle Avenue extension. At the November 15, 1991 meeting, the
Commission authorized a study to determine the proposed extension's precise
configuration. The extension will be a five-lane, urban section roadway. It appears the
extension will not affect, or will only minimally affect, the subject property. The study
authorized by the Commission, is behind schedule and has not been completed.
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approval of the request to change the zoning and land Use Plan designation to industrial
classification by a vote of 5 to 1. They also recommended that staff amend the Land.
t~ ~evh~lopment cdode too prd~vide a low in.tensity industrial district and to include this property
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indicated his wi1lingness to accept a less intense zoning classification once one can be
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the requested Il Zoning and Industrial land use designation. The road will separate the
subject property from residential areas to the east. However, if Myrtle Avenue were not
to be extended, staff's recommendation still would be to rezone the property since the
limited office zoning to the subject property's east side serves as an adequate transition
between "light" industrial district as suggested by the Planning and Zoning Board and
would minimize transitional land use impacts.
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Commission consideration as a receipt and referral item at the June 6, 1991 Commission
meeting; however, since no such classification currently exists, staff recommends
proceeding with the present land Use Plan amendment request in fairness to the applicant.
If such a zoning classification is adopted, the rezoning request can be processed.
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subject property is in the RM.8 (Multiple Family Residential) Zone and designated low
Density Residential on the Land Use Plan. The residence located on lots 14, 15 and 16,
Bile 4, is directly south of this warehouse. No matter what configuration the proposed
roadway extension takes, this will become an isolated use. Therefore, if the subject
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This item was continued from the April 4, 1991 Commission meeting to revise the
ordinance based on Board and staff comments.
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'request Is granted. it is recommended that whatever property remains in this area
(bounded by the railroad, lakeview Avenue, the Myrtle Avenue extension and the City
owned property to the south) should ultimately be rezoned and the land Use Plan
amended to reflect the total parcel in Industrial designations.
Jim Polatty, Planning & Development Director, reiterated the recommendation has
three parts: 1) to approve the industrial land use plan amendment; 2) to direct staff to
prepare a low intensity industrial zoning district classification; and 3~ to refer the industrial
zoning amendment to the Planning & Zoning Board for consideration as a new low
intensity industrial zoning district.
Mr. Polatty also pointed out that based on a previous consensus at this meeting
regarding Myrtle Avenue, Myrtle Avenue no longer impacts on this item. He stated the
new district will be proposed as a low intense City industrial use. He stated staff
recommends proceeding with the land use plan amendment in order to show good faith.
Questions were raised regarding what other properties would be effected by the
category. It was indicated the new category would possibly be applicable to other
properties.
The City Attorney questioned what was to be gained by passing the land use plan
ordinance. Jim Polatty again stated it would show a good faith effort and would begin the
Pinellas Planning Council process. Mr. Polatty indicated the applicant wishes to move
offices into the facility at this time.
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In response to a question, it was indicated it would take three to four months to
complete the Pinellas Planning Council process.
{Cont'd from 04/04/91} Public Hearing & First ReadinQ Ord. #5087-91 LDCTA - amending
Sec. 136.016, Code of Ordinances, relating ,to fences and walls (PL&D)
On March 14, 1991, the Planning and Zoning Board (P&Z) unanimously
recommended approval of the original ordinance. On March 28, the Development Code
Adjustment Board (DCAB) considered the original ordinance and recommended approval
subject to the following changes: 1) Hedges should not be regulated (since hedges are not
structures that receive permits, determining whether the hedge was planted before or after
adoption of the ordinance is impossible.); 2) With regard to the proposed 50 foot setback
for fences taller than 30 inches in the waterfront setback areas, the Board recommended
deletion of these proposed restrictions; 3) The Board recommended that walls not be
allowed to exceed 30 inches when they surround pools in waterfront and street setback
areas, and that any fences permitted to attain a 42 inch height should be non-opaque; and
4) The Board recommended allowing a six foot tall fence within the right-of-way setback
from which the property is not addressed only for interior double frontage lots in single
family residential zoning districts.
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A question was raised regarding where the 30 inch height measurement originated.
It was indicated Traffic Engineering provided this as the height that will not block views.
Mr. Polatty indicated this height would only apply to fences that are perpendicular to the
water. In response to a question. he indicated variances would be allowed.
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The original version of this ordinance anticipated applying height and setback
standards to hedges, as well as fences and walls. However. practical difficulties in
enforcing regulations concerning hedges have caused staff to revise the ordinance to
delete the proposed restrictions on hedges. Since hedges do not receive permits, it is
extremely difficult to distinguish illegal hedges from nonconforming ones and to monitor
hedge growth after it is planted in a conforming manner.
Staff has reduced the proposed setback restrictions for fences and walls on
waterfront property from 50 to 25 feet. As has been discussed in Commission work
sessions, the practical effect of this proposal will increase the setback requirement from
10 to 25 feet in single family residential districts only; currently, fences on multi~family
and nonresidential properties are not permitted to exceed 30 inches in height within 25
feet of Clearwater Harbor or within 50 feet of Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. This
provision will promote "panoramic" views of the water from adjoining properties rather
than ticorridor like" views.
The next revision to the original ordinance involves allowing only nonopaque fences
to surround swimming pools when the pools are in waterfront and street setback areas
and the fence is taller than 30 inches.
For single family residential districts, fences could be erected to a height of six feet
within the street setback area from which the property is not addressed for interior double
frontage lots and for the rear yards of corner double frontage lots.
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A question was raised if the Development Code Adjustment Board's (DCAB)
recommendations had been taken back to the Planning & Zoning Board (P&Z). Mr. Polatty
indicated the P&Z would meet tomorrow and would be provided an opportunity to
comment on the DCAB's suggestions. Scott Shuford, Planning Manager, indicated hedges
have been deleted from the ordinance per the DCAB's recommendations.
Mr. Polatty reiterated the major issue is a policy questi on regarding whether or not
the Commission wished to promote views of the water or privacy for homeowners. It was
stated the view of the water is for people on the street, not for those in waterfront
buildings.
Concerns were expressed that fruit trees and other foliage block the water view. It
was felt a 30~inch fence would not be tall enough to keep dogs from jumping over them.
It was the consensus of the Commission to leave fences on the waterfront as they
currently exist.
(Cont'd from 04/04/91) Public HearinQ & First Reading Ord. 115092-91 - LDCTA -
amending Sees. 137.019 and 137.020, Code of Ordinances, to reduce the quorum of the
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continuances when less than quorum is present (Pl&D)
This proposed amendment adjusts quorums for the Planning and Zoning (P&Z) and
Development Code Adjustment (DCAB) Boards and permits the Boards to take action to
continue items when a quorum is not present.
At its March 19, 1991 meeting, the P&Z unanimously recommended approval of
this amendment as it relates to that Board.
DCAB considered the amendment at its March'2B, 1991 meeting, and
recommended deletion of the alternate member c'oncept for its Board. DCAB suggested
reducing its quorum requirements to three members while requiring three affirmative votes
to grant a variance. The board indicated it would amend its Rules of Procedure and Policy
to require the chairman to notify the applicant of the three vote requirement when less
than a full Board is present to vote on an item.
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The proposed ordinance was amended to reflect each Board's comments.
In response to a question, it was indicated that based on DCAB's recommendation,
jf only three members are present, a 2 to 1 vote would not result in approval.
(Cont'd from 02/21 /91) Variances to the Sign Regulations; located at 1971 Sunsat Point
Rd., Pinellas Groves, Sec. 1-29-15, part of lot 1 (Amoco Oil Company SV91-04) (PL&D)
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The applicant is requesting a variance to permit an 18.52 square foot business
identification sign to be attached to the fuel pump canopy of a gasoline station under
development. City code limits business identification signage to 1 5 square feet. The
applicant also requests this signage be permitted to remain past the October 13, 1992
amortization period.
The applicant is permitted to install up to 1 51 square feet of signage on the subject
property at the corner of Sunset Point Road and Hercules Avenue. The allowable sign age
includes: 112 square feet for property identification signage; 24 square feet for gasoline
price display; and 15 square feet for a business identification sign. The applicant proposes
to distribute signage as follows: 95.2 square feet for property identification signage; 17.5
square feet for gasoline price display; and 18.52 square feet for a business identification
sign.
The applicant is proposing total site signage of 19.78 squarB fest less than
permitted by code. The applicant is also within two feet af having sufficient frontage for
an additional 24 square foot property identification sign (ground sign) on this site; 498 feet
of frontage where 500 feet is required. The applicant is not requesting that signage. The
24 square feet is not included in the allowable calculation for the signage listed.
Mr. Polatty indicated the major issue to be considered by the Commission is
whether they want ta allow trade offs for allowed square footage.
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A question was raised regarding additional available funds and if this availability has
been advertised to appropriate agencies. It was the consensus of the Commission that a
policy be established to advertise unobligated CDBG funds when they become available.
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Funding increase of $12,000 for Gatewav Children's Shelter as an amendment to the
1990/91 CDBG (PL&DJ
The Junior league of Clearwater is preparing a facility to provide day care services
for children of homeless families. The project, granted $10,000 from the 1990/92
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), was originally intended to be constructed at
the former Salvation Army complex on N Ft. Harrison Avenue.
Subsequently, an agreement was dsveloped to incorporate the day care operation
with the Community Pride Day Care Center. As a joint venture, this project will dedicate
34 slots for children of families in shelter care or transitional housing. This joint venture
calls for Gateway to provide a 2,560 square feet addition. The portion of the proposed
Gateway funding was to be derived from a Federal Emergency service grant. These funds,
however, cannot be used for new construction but will be available as an operating
subsidy for Gateway.
Gateway is requesting City funds replace the $1 2,000 lost from their construction
budget. Funding is available under the CDBG program, Of the $53,400 increased program
income Clearwater received, $9,000 remains unobligated. The remainder of the funds are
available from unobligated contingencies which include the unexpended balance of
previous years' funds. The Neighborhood Advisory Committee will review this request on
April 16, 1991.
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In response to a question, Mr. Polatty indicated the City essentially is substituting
CDBG funds for funds originally available for the Center.
Res. #91-13 - Declaring the Inflll HOllSinQ Develooment Area as a bliahted area to allow
Federal CDBG funds to be spent to alleviate identified conditions of blight (PL&DJ
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds must be spent to further the
program's national objectives. Major objectives are: benefitting low/moderate income
persons; aiding in the elimination or prevention of slums or blight; and by meeting other
urgent community needs. In an area with blight conditions, the income guidelines of
recipients are increased and a broader range of activities may be undertaken with CDBG
funds. In order to spend funds to benefit specific geographic areas, that area must be
found to have conditions of blight.
In January 1991, the Commission approved the Infill Housing Development Program
for the dual purpose of helping individual families achieve home ownership and upgrading
the N Greenwood neighborhood. The Infill Housing Development area is located generally
north of Drew Street, east of Ft. Harrison Avenue, south of Stevenson's Creek, and west
of Betty Lane. In a 1990 survey, 67% of the housing was found to have one or more
housing code violations. Over 300 area lots are vacant. 75% of the housing was built
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By treating automobile dealerships as "commercial complexes," business
identification signage allowances would be increased from a single 15 square foot sign to
one business identification sign up to 48 square feet in area for each distinct business.
The actual sign size would depend on the linear frontage of the building to which the sign
is attached (1.5 square feet of sign area per each foot of building frontage). Such signs
would have to bewail, canopy or projecting signs (i.e., the signs would be required to be
attached to the building).
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prior to 1959. less than 50% of the housing is owner.occupied as opposed to 67%
owner-occupancy City wide.
T,o alleviate these conditions, it is proposed to use CDBG funds in an expanded
neighborhood revitalization program that develops new housing for owner-occupants and
expands the eligibility for home rehabilitation loans using guaranteed bank financing.
Under regulations governing federal expenditures in blighted areas, other neighborhood
public improvements and commercial revitalization programs may be implemented.
In response to a question, Mr. Polatty indicated additional funds are being sought to
expand the Infill Housing Program. The City Manager stated if this resolution is not
passed, funds for the lnfill Housing Program will only be given to individuals who meet the
80% or lower of median income or lower criteria. The resolution will permit funds to go to
people earning 120% of median income. The City Manager stated the program is close to
a point where the construction of new houses can begin.
SiQn Requlation - Interpretation - Auto dealershios as IIcommercial comolexes" (PL&D)
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establishments" with regard to signage issues. However, most large automobile
dealerships are actually a conglomeration of businesses (e.g., two or more vehicle
franchises, a "used car" dealership, and a parts and repair section). Since large
dealerships typically obtain separate conditional use permits (e.g., for outdoor storage and
for vehicle service) and occupational licenses for separate components of their operation,
and since each component is generally located in a physically distinct building or t1shop,"
such interpretation would be consistent with the way staff now treats grocery stores with
separate liquor stores, for example.
Staff recommends considering automobile dealerships as commercial complexes
when the dealership is composed of two or more franchises, repair sections, etc. which
are physically distinct from each other. Each separate business must be able to exist
independently in terms of access and operation.
Despite the limited impact of this interpretation on the specific variances requested
by lokey Motors, the interpretation would still offer the dealership an option for attached
signage which is not now available. Should the Commission provide staff with direction to
implement this interpretation, the applicant will be immediately notified to allow for
possible revision of the variance request.
Consensus of the Commission is they are comfortable with this interpretation.
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In December 1990, the Commission established a fund to pay impact fees and
enable new construction of affordable housing in the N Greenwood neighborhood. Staff
prepared a draft of the implementation guidelines and program application for Commission
review.
Key factors of these guidelines are: 1) applicants must be non-profit community
organizations with a track record in housing; 2) the organization must demonstrate that
housing will be affordable to families with incomes of less than 120% of the areawide
median income; and 3) the housing will remain as tlaffordableu units. Procedures call for
review by the Planning and Development Director and approval by the City Manager.
The impact fee payment fund was established in 1988 to assist homeless shelters
with a one-time contribution from the City. The fund's purpose was expanded in 1990 to
include affordable housing in N Greenwood. Revenues from lease of the Fulton Avenue
Apartments was established as this fund's annual financing mechanism. Revenues are
expected to total $50,000/year. Funds will be available on a first come - first served
basis.
In response to a question, the City Manager indicated he felt $50,000 to $60,000
would be available from the Holt Avenue revenue per year., He noted money in the
program is set aside for the repair and renovation of apartments.
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Mr. Polatty pointed out if the sponsoring agency does not assure the housing is
made available to low to moderate income individuals, they will be barred from applying
for funds in the future. He stated staff will review the rules in approximately a year to see
if they are working as intended and what revisions are needed.
It was the consensus of the Commission to add this item to Thursday night's
Consent Agenda.
The City Manager stated staff had indicated funding requests for the Bombers ,
would be included in the budget process. He said the team's difficulty is that money is
needed for this year's operating expenses. A concern was expressed that the Bombers
should compete in the regular budget cycle. The City Manager noted the Bombers and the
City of Clearwater have a unique relationship.
There was a question regarding if this request was beyond the $10,000 normally
given to the Bombers. Elizabeth Deptula, Assistant City Manager, indicated the City has
given the Bombers funding in the past, however, nothing was included in this year's
budget. Ream Wilson, Parks & Recreation Director, reported the City gave the
organization $30,000 in 1985, to help the Bombers move into the new complex. In 1989,
he stated the City gave them $1 0,000 and set up the $10,000 scholarshi pfund.
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used.' It was indicated very little. leftover funds have reverted to the general fund '
surplus. Additional information will be provided and this will be added to Thursday night's
agenda.
Set dates for Budaet WorkshoD (CMVR) ,
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Meeting scheduled for May 8, 1991 at 9:00 a.m. location to be determined.
leaislative Uodate (CMVR)
It was reported there is a a great deal of support for local bills except those
regarding Impact Fees. legislation regarding billhoards is looking better. Ms. Deptula
indicated letters of thanks are being drafted to three supporting Senators.
Regarding the bill on Impact Fees, Senator Kiser has invited the City to submit to
him a list of questions regarding the bill.
It was indicated that discussions regarding the FEMA bill have been held with
Representative Trish Muscarella. Staff is reviewing the legislation.
Commissioner Fitzgerald reported there had been discussion regarding a police
disability bill.
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The work session adjourned at 12:51 p.m.
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