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MARINE ADVISORY BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
December 8, 1999 j
NOT APPROVED
Present: David Hemerick
Bill Wilhelm
Donald McFarland
Hank Epstein
Nick Matsis
Tom Horne
Absent:
Dick Safirstein
Also Present: Dave Perkins
David Martens
William Morris
Brenda Moses
Chair
Board Member
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EXMOfficio
Ex-Officio
Harbormaster
Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting t6 order at 8:00 a.m. at the Marina.
, To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that order.
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ITEM 2 - Minutes ADProval
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Member Epstein moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
November 1 0, 1999, as submitted in written summation to each board member. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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ITEM 3 - UDdate on Armv COrDs. Of EnQineers
Harbormaster William Morris said the Army Corps of Engineers, Coast Guard,
FOEP (Florida Department of Environmental Protection), and the Assistant
Harbormaster toured the shoaling area, the main channel to the Intracoastal,
alongside the Memorial Causeway. The Corps will survey every channel, look for
shoaling areas, and dredge down an additional 2 feet below the advertised depth.
The project is expected to be completed in two years. Once analyzed, beach quality
sand will be used for renourishment projects. If chemical levels are found, the City
must find a disposal site for the sand. The FOEP will be responsible for approval of
the sand quality and location of a disposal site. It was remarked that a concrete
barrier could be constructed on one of the barrier islands on the south side of the
channel to separate contaminated sand from quality sand. It was remarked that
Compass Island is half the original size and may be a good candidate for
contaminated sand.
Joe Pijanowski, owner of Mobile Jet, provided the MAB '(Marine Advisory
Board) with information regarding his watercraft rental company, which will operate
from the Highland Springs Hotel. The business will be closed on Sundays. The
vassels are larger barge-type vessels, a combination of a waverunner and an attached
"barge" but are classified as waverunners. The vessels are capable of 30 mph
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speeds, approximately half that of traditional waverunners. Riders will be expected to
wear life vests before leaving the dock. It is anticipated that family-oriented renters
who prefer sightseeing will rent the vessels. Depending on peak times, six to ten
vessels will be rented. Mr. Pijanowski addressed possible concerns regarding water
congestion and safety. He reviewed designated safety guidelines and Ingress and
egress areas for riders. Provisions have been made in safety orientation guidelines for
those times when the Starlight Cruise ship is in the channel. He intends to direct
riders between the spoil islands and the east side of the intracoastal waterway.
, Riders using alcoholic beverages will not be permitted to rent the vessels.
Harbormaster Morris said this newer type operation operates as a rental powerboat
rather than a personal watercraft.
Mr. Morris said he is working with the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council
regarding regional restrictions on personal watercraft, specifically concerns about
environmental protection in the shallows and the waters of Tampa Bay. The personal,
watercraft industry is pushing for licensing, but the State is fighting it because of
strong lobbyist activity.
In response to a question Mr. Morris said the City has elected not to purchase
the Highland Springs (formerly the I<ing Cole) Motel.
Member Epstein moved that the City consider creating restrictions and boat
speed regulations in environmentally sensitive areas. The motion failed due to the
lack of a second.
',~_.' ITEM 4 - Other Business
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The Chair said he will keep close contact with Commissioner Clark regarding
issues affecting the MAS.
Mr. Morris said a gambling vessel cannot be docked at the Port View Hotel
because there is not enough water depth for that size vessel.
Mr. Morris will update the MAS regarding Clearwater Bay Marine dredging at a
future meeting. He said he has not seen any new information regarding dock
considerations on the Bluff. It was requested that staff give the MAB an updated
presentation regarding proposed bluff development. It also was requested that the
MAB be invited to attend a planning session about bluff development.
ITEM 5 - Adjournment
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Marine Advisory Board
The meeting adjourned at 9:02 a.m.
Attest:
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Board Reporter
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