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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
June 3, 1999
Present:
Brian J. Aungst
Ed Hooper
J. B. Johnson
Robert Clark
Ed Hart
Mayor/Commissioner
Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
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Also present: Michael J. Roberto
Richard L. Hedrick
Pamela K. Akin
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Patricia O. Sullivan
City Manager
Deputy City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Board Reporter
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The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation
was,offered by Father Edward J. Mulligan of St. Brendan's Catholic Church. The Mayor led
the Pledge of Allegiance.
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discussed in that order.
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ITEM #3 - Service Awards - None.
ITEM #4 - Introductions and Awards - None;
ITEM #5 - Presentations - None.
ITEM #6 - Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
May 20, 1999, and the special meeting of June 1, 1999, as recorded and submitted in
written summation by the City Clerk to each Commissioner. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #7 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aaenda
Garv Beniamin reviewed Airport Authority concerns related to the Airpark budget,
ongoing maintenance, and the CIP.
Earlv Sorenso'l opposed tax increas'es.
John Doran applauded the City sponsored Memorial Day weekend concerts and
festival.
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Jack Alvord said Increased beach parking rates will not attract tourists.
Tim Arthur. Sandv Britton. and James Britton expressed concerns re poor condition
and lack of restrooms/running water at SPJC soccer fields.
Cindv Havden expressed concern a decision related to Mandalay Avenue traffic flow
could be reversed in the future.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #8 - Public HearinQ & First Readin!:! Ord. #6412-99 - Vacating W 5' of N 60' of 10'
Drainage & Utility Easement lying along east lot line of Lot 37, Feather Tree Sub.
(Livernois, V99-07)
The applicant wishes to construct an lnground pool at 301 Feather Tree Drive along
the e,asterly property line and encroach into the easement. No City utilities are within the
easement. Utility companies do not object to the request
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the request to vacate the west 5 feet of
the north 60 feet of that 1 a-foot Drainage & Utility Easement lying along the east lot line of
Lot 37, Feather Tree Subdivision. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6412-99 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass Ordinance #412-99 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Hart and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
Public HearinQ - Second Readin!:! Ordinances
ITEM #9 - Ord. #6404-99 - Land Use Plan Amendment to Preservation for property located
at 950 Old Coachman Rd., Sec. 7-29-16, M&B 42.01 (Pinellas County Board of County
Commissioners, LUP99-01, Z99-01)
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ITEM #10 - Ord. #6405-99 - "P" Zoning for property located at 950 Old Coachman Rd.,
Sec. 7-29-16, M&B 42.01 (Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners, LUP99-01,
299-01 )
The City Attorney requestod Items #9 and #10 be continued.
Commissioner Hooper moved to continue Items #9 and # 10. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
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''''J ITEM U1 1 - Ord. #6406-99 - Annexation for property located at 213 & 217 Elizabeth Ave.,
",., Sec. 17-29-16, M&B 13.20 IThomas & Barbara Maas, A99-051
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6406-99 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6406-99 on ser,.:ond
and final reading. " The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayestt: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Hart and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM U12 - Ord. #6407-99 - MDR Zoning for property located at 213 & 217 Elizabeth
Ave., Sec. 17-29-16, M&B 13.20 (Thomas & Barbara Maas, A99-05)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #64076-99 for second reading and read it
by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6407-99 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayestt: Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Hart and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #13 - Ord. #6408-99 - Annexation for property located at 2401 Nursery Rd., Sec.
19-29-16, M&B 43.05,43.06 & 43.07 (Vincent & Carolyn S. Yancar, Jr., A99-06)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6408-99 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6408-99 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Hart and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #14 - Ord. #6409-99 - LMDR Zoning for property located at 2401 Nursery Rd., Sec.
19-29-16, M&B 43.05, 43.06 & 43.07 (Vincent & Carolyn S. Yancar, Jr., A99-06)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6409-99 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hoopor moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6409-99 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper, Hart and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
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CITY MANAGER REPORTS
ITEM # 15 ~ Assiqn riQht to exercise option to purchase parcels A & B of Dimmitt property
to the eRA (ED)
On December 10, 1998, the City Commission approved the purchase of real
property, known as the Dimmitt Property, for the Town Pond Regional Retention Project.
The Commission also approved the option to purchase Dimmitt Property parcels A & B,
which front Cleveland Street. The City was not charged for the first 180-day option. An
additional six months "option will cost $50,000. This agreement allows the City to assign
the option to the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency), which has funds available to
exercise the second option. This assignment will provide the CRA Executive Director the
ability to market the site for redevelopment that is consistent with City plans.
In response to a question, the City Attorney said this assignment does not preclude
the property from being used as a main library site.
Commissioner Johnson moved to assign the right to exercise the option to purchase
parcels A & B of the Dimmitt property to the Clearwater Community Redevelopment
Agency and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #16-23) - Approved as submitted.
ITEM #16 -' Approval of Purchases per 05/13/99 memorandum:
Welch Tennis Courts, tennis court resurfacing & installation of new posts at Morningside
Recreation Center (5 courts) and Woodgate Park (2 courts), estimated $26,207.50 (QOl)
Skypainter Fireworks International, Inc., fireworks & associated demonstration service to
be shown at Coachman Park and Clearwater Beach on 12/31/99, $60,000 (QOl)
Astro Bus Service, transportation service between Clearwater recreation centers & various
destinations in Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, HiIIsborough & Sarasota Counties to support
recreation center activities during 06/04/99-05/31/00, estimated $42,000 (QOl)
Altec Industries, one 1999 International truck with Altec aerial lift (replacement) to be used
by Parks and Recreation, $82,323; funding to be provided under City's Master Lease~
Purchase Agreement (GSS)
Ross Systems, Inc., financial system software maintenance, 06/30/99-06/29/00, $55,952
(GSS)
Airtouch Paging, pager rental & service, 06/04/99-05/01/02, estimated $75,000 (GSS)
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Duval Ford, one 1999 Ford Taurus sedan (replacement) to be used by Solid
Waste/Recycling, $15,633; funding to be provided under City's Master Lease~Purchase
Agreement (GSS)
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vehicles, 06/04/99-06/30/00, estimated $ 50,000 (GSS)
ITEM #17 - Contract for Clearwater East-West Recreation Trail - Del Oro Section to Purvis
Curbs Corp., for $183,601.23 (PR)
ITEM #18 - Interlocal AClreement with Pinellas County for purpose of applying jointly to
obtain State recycling grant funds from FDEP, from date of execution through 09/30/04
with option of an additional five year extension (SW)
ITEM #19 - Contract for construction of 2 DarkinQ lots and landscapinQ for Resource Center
for Foundation Village and Police Substation to R. Cobb Construction, $52,765.24 (PW)
ITEM #20 - Aoreement with FDOT for to allow artwork to be placed on east side of US
19N overpass at Gulf to Bay Boulevard (pilot project corridor) (PW)
ITEM #21 - Sidewalk Easement - Pine Crest Sub., Blk 4, part of Lot 12 - Morton Plant
Hospital Association, Inc. (Turley Family Practice Center, N. Myrtle Ave.)(CA)
C) ITEM #22 - DrainaQe & Utilitv Maintenance Easements (3) and Consent to Easement - Gulf
, to Bay Gardens, part of Lot 34 - Absolute Property Holdings (Gulf to Bay and David
Avenue)(CA)
ITEM #23 - Authorize settlement of Rifkin v. City for $95.000 (CA)
It was noted the City is paying the full cost of the parking lots in Item #19.
Commissioner Hooper moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted and that
the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
ITEM #24 - Update reClardino Beach Entrvwav (Roundabout} Proiect (CM)
Public Works Administrator Rich Baier said the project is on time and under budget.
Several daytime lane closings will occur for utility relocation. Sign boards will direct
drivers.
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ITEM #25 - Aoorove Pier 60 Lot PLUS and Pelican Walk options as oreferred sites for
development of two Parking Garages at the beach and authorize Public \Norks
Administration to move forward with more detailed engineering (PD&E) work and financial
analysis (PW)
The "One City. One Future." plan for beach redevelopment includes added off-street
parking. A recent beach parking feasibility study indicates a parking deficit of 300 to 400
spaces during certain times of the year. The City's planning consultant has identified 9
sites for a parking garage(s): 1) Rockaway Lot; 2) Pelican Walk: 3) Hilton (north); 4) Hilton
(southl; 51 Marina; 61 Pier 60 lot; 7) Pier 60 lot PLUS; 8J Coronado et al; and 91 South
Beach Inlet. Sites were evaluated based on land costs, proximity to Gulfview parking,
east-west proximity to the beach, redevelopment opportunities, and additional parking.
The Pier 60 lot PLUS location was found to be most favorable.
The Pelican Walk site will meet parking needs for long-range transportation and
business redevelopment issues associated with Mandalay Avenue. Parking garage sites
were discussed at several public input meetings. As staff moves forward, all public input
will be considered. In compliance with City purchasing requirements, staff will expedite
the selection of a parking/engineering consultant to assist in the next phase of a detailed
financial feasibility pro-forma and review of traffic operational and engineering design
issues.
The City Manager said the two-year beach redevelopment process includes the
garages, new bridge, the roundabout, and traffic distribution. Charles Siemon, of Siemon
and Larsen, felt privattl sector interest on North Mandalay is sufficient to justify
construction of a parking garage at the Pelican Walk site. The garage's size will be
determined by the economics of what it can support. The Pier 60 + site serves demands
by increasing parking by at least 400 spaces, supporting economic development, and
removing parking on Gulfview south of Pier 60 Park. Removal of the Day's Inn will provide
a dry sand redevelopment opportunity of 100 hotel or time-share rooms for private sector
development.
An artist's concept was presented of the Pier 60 + garage with a wave motif, tiered
back design, attractive faQade on Coronado, and community tile wall. The garage could
include a visitor's center, elevated place to view the sunset, or teaser for the aquarium. A
drop off for the pier and pavilion is planned. Traffic will be moved away from the
roundabout reaching the garage's entrance. Private sector development is limited to the
Day's Inn property unless residents approve a referendum to expand the development's
retail capacity.
Approval is requested for staff to move forward and assess alternatives, feasibility,
engineering and architecture issues, identify the number of parking spaces, design the
structure, prepare finances, and select a developer, etc. While the Pier 60 + structure can
replace all parking spaces west of Gulfview and south of the Day's Inn, the City Manager
said South Beach merchants' dependence on those spaces is being considered. The City
Manager said City ,taxes will not be used to construct the garages. Parking fees will fund
these developments.
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It was stated the Commission had promised to construct a beach parking garage
before the new bridge is complete. Concern was expressed income anticipated from the
Pier 60+ garage is optimistic. It was suggested development rights on Coronado had not
been considered adequately. In response to a question, Mr. Baier estimated the next step
will cost $95,000. In response to a question, the City Manager said additional analysis
would be required for the Coronado site as it affects 14 property owners. Mr. Siemon said
while development rights had been considered when analyzing garage sites and the
Coronado site had been presumed the favorite, it was concluded construction of a garage
there was not viable in the near term due to the Inumber of large structures and lack of free
land. It was recommended assumptions related to the Pier 60 + site be reviewed closely.
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Of 24 citizens who addressed the subject, 5 supported the Pier 60 + garage, 4
supported both garages, 5 opposed both garages, 9 opposed the Pier 60 + garage, and 1
opposed the Pelican Walk garage.
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It was stated Marina businesses cannot expand without added parking. Few ride to
the beach from Downtown on the trolley even though it has operated for years. It was
noted the panorama view of the beach is a result of recent demolitions. It was stated the
Pier 60 + garage will reduce traffic problems. Support for the Pier 60 + as a destination
was expressed. Consideration of Devon Drive resident needs was expressed. It was
suggested a provision for short term parking at Pelican Walk be considered. In response to
a question, Mr. Siemon said the McKay field site is not feasible for a parking garage. He
said hotels have minimum parking needs.
In response to a question, the City Manager said if approved, a more detailed
drawing of the garage's exterior will be prepared along with an animated visual. The same
process encouraging public input will follow. With new technology, signs will advise
motorists where parking spaces are available before they arrive on the beach. The goal is
to move traffic off beach roads quickly. The study will provide an analysis of floor space
for the City Commission to decide if the Library, civic center activities, or Police substation
could be incorporated into the parking garage's design. In response to a question, Mr.
Siemon recommended a referendum be considered once staff can answer resident
questions regarding alternatives. In response to a question, the City Manager said a
winding pedestrian path west of Gulfview is planned. Future plans include extension of the
path, an additional floor for the garage, and the possibility of removing all parking west of
Gulfview.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the Pier 60 Plus and Pelican Walk options
as the preferred sites for development of two parking garages at the beach and authorize
Public Works Administration to move forward with detailed engineering IProject
Development & Environmental) and financial analyses and that the appropriate officials be
authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded. Commissioners Johnson,
Hooper, Hart, and Mayor Augnst voted "Aye"; Commissioner Clark moved "Nay." Motion
carried.
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ITEM #26 - Construction of lake Bellevlew Outfall Drainaoe Pipe Proiect and dedication of
easement in lieu of Develooment Impact Fees, reimbursing Barrow Health Clearwater for
$50,500 and Bob Hatfield for $5,582.68 for fees already paid, for Parcel 6-8 of Sunshine
Mall Redevelopment, subject to dedication of easement & construction of pipe project
(PLD)
Ordinance # 145 2 requires a development impact fee for all new buildings and
structures. Funds are used for construction of roads, public transit facilities, and storm
drainage. Developers of the Sunshine Mall property have received all necessary site plan
approvals. Permits have been approved and the property is cleared for development. On
Parcels 6, 7, and 8, 644 residential multiple family units, including 240 elderly units, wlll be
constructed. On the remainder of the property, 206,127 squarehfeet of commercial space
will be constructed along Missouri Avenue.
The developer's engineer has obtained from the site work contractor a $170,070
estimate for replacement of the lake Belleview outfall storm sewer which runs through the
project. Staff has verified submitted costs are reasonable. The existing corrugated metal
storm sewer pipe needs upgrading. The developer will construct this storm drainage
project and requests the Commission accept this work with easement as required by Public
Works in lieu of development impact fees and to reimburse impact fees already paid.
The total development impact fee for parcels 6, 7, and 8, is $1 62,00. Credits to be
applied are: $170,070 (outfall drainage pipe relocation) + $45,917.32 (credit for previous
buildings on site) = $215,987.32. The remaining credit of $53,987.32 can be applied to
development impact fees for future development of outparcels. This approval provides an
incentive to attract housing close to downtown. As the site is in an enterprise zone and
Brownsfield Area, the City can provide incentives and credits.
In response to a question, Deputy City Manager Rick Hedrick said the City will
provide oversight for the drainage pipe project, which will be constructed to City
specifications. In response to a question, the City Manager said the City is dealing with
the worst problems related to a failing drainage system first. It was noted once the
referenced construction is completed, a small portion of old pipe will remain.
The Commission recessed from 6:51 to 7:01 p.m.
Discussion ensued. Ed Armstrong, representative for the developer, proposed to
extend the new drainage pipe under Druid Road to 10-feet north of the Druid Road right-of-
way. The City Attorney indicated the additional construction work will be done in
exchange for credit against future development impact fees.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the construction of the lake Belleview
Outfal Drainage Pipe Project and dedication of easement in lieu of the development impact
fees; reimbursing Barrow Health Clearwater for $50,000 and Bob Hatfield for $5,582.68
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for the fees already paid, for Parcels 6, 7, and 8 of the Sunshine Mall Redevelopment, and
amended to extend the drainage pipe to 10-feet north of the Druid Road right-of~way in
exchange for additional credit against future development impact fees subject to dedication
of easement, and construction of pipe project. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
The Commission recessed from 7:03 to 7:04 p.m. to meet as the Community
Redevelopment Agency.
ITEM #27 ~ Brownfields Advisorv Board ~ 1 appointment (CLK)
eommissioner Hooper moved to appoint Karen Fenton. The motion was duly
sec~nded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #28 - Marine Advisorv Board ~ 1 aopointment (CLK)
Commissioner Clark moved to Thomas Horne. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Outgoing member David Martens was thanked for his service to the board.
ITEM #29 - Other Pendina Matters - None.
CITY A TIORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #30 - City Attornev Items
In response to a question, the City Attorney said a review indicates the City can
build on the Harborview Center west parking lot.
ITEM #31 - Citv ManaQer Verbal Reoorts
A Special Pension Trustees meeting was scheduled for June 7, 1999 at 3:30 p.m.
ITEM #32 ~ Other Commission Action
Commissioner Hart said consideration of north/south beach traffic flow must be an
integral part of the analysis related to the parking garages.
Commissioner Hart complimented staff for the successful Memorial Day weekend
concert venue at Coachman Park.
Commissioner Hart recommended the City do more publicizing regarding the annual,
Water Safety Day.
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, Commissioner Hart thanked the City's consultants for their help with beach
planning.
Commissioner Johnson questioned when the Msndalay Streetscape would come
back to the Commission. The City Manager reported alternatives will be brought forward
after they are analyzed.
Commissioner Clark expressed concern regarding references in Bill Jonson's May
15, 1999, letter related to billboard legislation. City Manager said only two cities were
, exempted from the State legislation. The City's lobbyist also represents the billboard
industry. When the FLC (Florida League of Cities) established its prIorities at the session's
end, billboard legislation was not judged to be most vital.
Commissioner Clark expressed disappointment regarding the governor's veto of
funding toward the clean-up of Stevenson's Creek. Staff to brIng forward alternative for
seeking needed funding.
Commissioner Hooper thanked Mr. Justice and IMR for replacing 3 diseased oak
trees with more than 1 50 trees to beautify the site.
Hoooer said he had received Mr. Ficken's electronic message but will not reply
electronically.
ITEM #33 - Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:23 p.m.
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