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MARINE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
CITY OF CLI;:ARWATER
November 8, 2000
Present: Bill Wilhelm'
Hank Epstein
Nick Matsis
Tom Horne,
Paul Kelley ,
Dick Safirstein
Denis Sparks
Chair
Board Member
Board Member
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Also Present: William Morris ,
Patricia O. Sullivan
H arborm aster
Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to 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.
ITEM 2 - Acoroval of the Minutes
Member Epstein moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October
11, 2000, as recorded and submitted in written summation to each board member. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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, ITEM 3 - Discussion of Minimum Wake Zones.
Harbormaster Bill Morris anticipated State approval of the City's proposed
modification to the Clearwater Harbor/lnstracoastal Waterway wake zones will occur within
two months. Proposed locations have been marked. He reported Paul J. Padula, of the
Pine lias County Marine Unit, had surveyed the wake zone proposal to determine if- it is
consistent with the County plan. Should the County approve the wake zone locations, it
would install the buoys, improving markings and enforcement. The County would use
boating license proceeds to fund the installation, saving the City approximately $10,000.
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Mr. Morris said the City of Belleair had expressed concerns regarding suggestions
for additional markings. The County has recomm~nded marking wake zones in areas near
activities similar to the Sailing Center. He added work is complete on a State funded
project to replace the docks at Seminole Launch Ramps, and construction of the improved
boat ramps at the Sailing Center nears completion.
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Sterling Brown, a representative of the Clearwater Yacht Club, reported problems
related to wave runners and small boats disturbing the nearby water, which bounces and
damages member boats and club piers. It was reported when the Club had sought
permission to expand its docks, it had agreed to a deed restriction never to oppose water
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. skiing In the basin. It was stated property owners across the basin from the club would
oppose adding wake lanes.
It was stated it is difficult to enforce the City's ordinance,. which establishes a 5
mph speed limit for boats within 50 feet of docks. Discussion ensued regarding methods
to discourage disruptive watercraft operators. In response to a recommendation, Mr.
Morris said the club could formally request the City to construct signs, citing the related
ordinance, and install them at the club to improve enforcement capabilities.
Concern was expressed regarding the lack of enforcement of the State law requiring
all watercraft operators, born after September 30; 1980, to have proof of completion of a
qualified boating class. It was stated most careless watercraft operators appear to be
youth, as young as 12 years old.
Mr. Morris said staff will present information regarding the proposed wake zone to a
Clearwater Beach Association meeting on November 15, 2000. The change will move the
Island Estates wake buffer from 50 feet to 75 yards off shore.
Member Sparks reported the Coast Guard Auxiliary is patrolling. He indicated
boaters he has stopped seem unaware that their activities arc illegal at that location and
readily move to an authorized location. He said the group continues its education
'campaign. Boaters have been cooperative with group efforts.
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ITEM 4 - Other Business
Mr. Morris referred to a newspaper article today regarding a Marina business. He
said staff was well aware of the construction project. The lack of a required permit was
m'erely an oversight.
Mr. Morris reported Marina tenants have been advised by memorandum that the
City has begun a review of code compliance and permitting issues for all City owned
structures. The goal is for all buildings to be in compliance by April 1, 2001.
In response to a question, Mr. Morris said a timeline has not been established to
upgrade the Marina dock electrical system.
, In response to a concern, Mr. Morris said during the past couple of weeks, staff has
worked to repair the fishing piers on Sand Key, damaged by a recent storm.
It was recommended the City install signs at the ramp by the Clearwater Beach
Recreation Center t6 reserve its 6 spaces for those who are using the ramp. It was
requested the City remove a dilapidated trailer that appears to have been abandoned there.
In response to a que'stion, Mr. Morris said he has met with the City Attorney to align
City marine.related ordinances with County rules and regulations. He reviewed regulations
related to permits issued by the County to construct docks and City actions required by the
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related setbacks. The Marine Department must sign off on water navigation issues
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In response to a suggestion, Mr. Morris said the City's barge cannot be rented for
private projects due to liability concerns.
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, In,nisponse to a question, Mr. Morris said removal of the boat, sunk off Island
Estates,' has been contracted. '
, ITEM 5 - AQenda for Next Meetina - December 13. 2000
Support was requested for a project, opposed by one Island Estates condominium,
to construct two or three boat lifts for use by Island Estates residents. It was indicated the
nearest lifts are near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The item will be agendaed for next
month's meeting.'
The meeting adjourned at 9:01 a.m.
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, It was requested staff agenda discussion of the City's potential lnvo
the area's 2012 Olympics bid be awarded.
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