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,TOWN MEETING
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SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
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August 9, 1993
The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met at the East Library with the following
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Rita Garvey
Arthur X. Deegan, II
Richard Fitzgerald
Sue A. Berfield
Fred A. Thomas
Mayor/Commissioner
Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Also present:
Michael J. Wright
Jeffrey E. Harper
Tina G. Wilson
Cynthia E. Goudeau
City Manager
Administrative Services Director
Budget Manager
City Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 by Mayor Garvey.
The City Manager stated the Commission actually begins its workshops on the budget
tomorrow. Other meetings will be held throughout the month and the official public hearings will
be on September 2 and 16, 1993.
The City, Manager reported he is recommending new initiatives in Central Permitting,
Economic Development, neighborhood response/code enforcement, Community Outreach, non-
resident fees and an expansion of the gas system into Pasco County.
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Tina Wilson, Budget Director, reviewed the proposed budget and historical trends in tax
revenues, number of employees, etc.
Changes in staffing were reviewed. Ms. Wilson indicated if the Gas expansion is approved
there will be a net increase of 19.6 FTEs.
Norman Grasso, spoke in opposition to the non~residents fees to be applied to the
Horseshoe Club whose members are approximately 75% non-resident. He stated the increase
was not appropriate for those clubs that maintain their facility. He recommended a lesser fee for
these associations.
Harold Burkhart representing the Lawn Bowls Club agreed with Mr. Grasso, that those
clubs who maintain their facilities should not be assessed a non-resident fee. He indicated 60%
of the club are non-residents.
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Bob Wright, representing the Coalition of Homeowners, complimented Ms. Wilson and
staff on the preparation of the program budget. He stated the coalition's recommendation has
been to set goals and to reduce staff by attrition. He was concerned the proposed budget
increased the number of employees. He also eXlJressed concern there had been no 3 year
financial forecast for the last 18 months. He stated the CIP does not include the consolidated
City Hall, gas expansion or Police Department computer system. He stated they are opposed to
the Pasco County expansion of the gas system.
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Dan Moran also complimented Ms. Wilson and staff. He felt the $400,000 funding of
Ruth Eckard Hall should be reconsidered. He also asked that expenditures for the Long Center
be reviewed and cut back if they can be.
Hollis Castner expressed concern regarding the closing of Ross Norton Pool. He felt if the
'facility was publicized it would be used more making it more cost effectlve. He presented a
petition to the Mayor.
Ms. Safer also spoke in opposition to the closing of Ross Norton Pool. She stated being
able to swim in the heated pool has assisted her recovery from back surgery.
Howard Keatch stated it would be a big mistake to close Ross Norton Pool. He indicated
he is 83 years old and depends on the pool.
Geraldine Watts stated she has been using the Ross Norton Pool since 1 977. She stated
without the pool for her therapy she would be in a wheelchair.
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John Badeau spoke in favor of construction projects needed to address ADA requirements
indicating he felt the transition plan had some shortcomings.
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Ms. Wilson reviewed the funds included in the budget to address ADA.
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Filmore Jubb stated Ross Norton Pool is the only pool available to the economically
challenged.
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Joe Evich complimented Ms. Wilson and staff. He expressed concerns regarding the items
that were not included in the CIP. He also spoke in favor of granting the Commission a raise in
order to compensate them appropriately. He requested the surplus be put back to the pre-Atrium
sale level. He supported the increase in non-resident fees. He asked that the Commission, if they
approve the gas expansion, not approve the entire project at this time,
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Caroline Bazell spoke in favor of maintaining Ross Norton Pool.
James Paul, Nancy Fletcher and Tom Constantine supported maintaining Ross Norton Pool.
Douglas Buckwalter also spoke in favor of maintaining Ross Norton Pool. He stated
swimming in the heated pool is good for his slight physical disability. He indicated he would not
object to an Increase in fees.
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A gentleman indicated use of Ross Norton Pool has helped him to regain his equilibrium
after a stroke. Another gentleman also supported maintaining the pool.
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Edith Hackather and Irma Ezell spoke in favor of maintaining Ross Norton Pool.
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The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
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