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MARINE ADVISORY BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
May 8, 2002
Present: '
Tom Horne
Hank Epstein
Nick Matsis
Dick Safirstein
Edward O'Brien,
Absent:
Denis Sparks
Paul J. Kelley
Also Present: Bill Morris
Catherine Yellin
Patricia O. Sullivan
Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member - arrived at 8:04 a.m.
Board Member
Board Member
Marine & Aviation Departme'nt Director
Senior Staff Assistant
Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:00,a.m. at the Marina.
, To provide continuity for research, it~ms are in agenda order although not
necessarily' discussed in that order.
ITEM #2 - Aooroval of Minutes
, Member Matsis moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April
10, 2092, as submitted in written summation to each board member. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #3 - Guest Soeaker - Chief Warrant Officer L10vd Kelehar
Chief Warrant Officer Lloyd Kelehar, Coast Guard Group St. Petersburg,
reported by the end of June 2002, channel marker 4 will be relocated approximately
45 feet off the tip of the breakwater in the Gulf, south 'of Clearwater Pass. The
, lighted lateral aid to navigation will be powered by a solar panel and constructed on
a piling. USACOE (United States Army Corps of Engineers) removed a sho~lI in the
channel in this location during its recent dredging operation. The channel marker
should improve safety~ '
ITEM #4 - Other Business
Board letter to Mayor
" A copy of the letter from the Chair: to Mayor Aungst regarding the MAB'~
. ,(Marine Advisory Board) request for fast~water buoys west of the Clearwater Pass
'Bridge was presented for review.
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Request for Minimum Wake Zone off Windward Islond
Marine & Aviation Department Director Bill Morris distributed copies of e-
malls and letters regarding the request to establish a minimum wake zone off
Windward Island. He said resident support seems to be split. The subject
waterway is too narrow to create a buffer zone. A wake zone would encompass
the channel's entire width, creating a minimum wake zone for the entire length of
Windward Island.
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A petition was presented to the MAB (Marina Advisory Board) requesting
establishment of a minimum wake zone off Windward Island. Five residents
addressed tl:1e petition. John Garrity said the petition process was based on one
used for this purpose on Harbor Island. He reported 21 residents on the street side
abutting open water had signified support, 13 indicated nothing, and the owner,of
two properties is ill and did not respond. He said he wanted equal protection as
Harbor Island residents receive and expressed concern the City is subject to related
liability issues. He suggested limiting water-skiing to the basin. Tim and Jullie
Rennard expressed concern the petition included no options and had listed different
minimum wake zone widths. Jim Gunther and Graeme Towns also expressed
concern regarding petition language and supported more discussion.
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Mr. Morris said the majority of dangerous wave action on Windward Island
comes from large speeding vessels. Separate rules cannot be made for different
size vessels. Some residents want to continue water-skiing in the area. Mr. Morris
said a City ordinance prohibits vessels from proceeding at spe'eds greate~ than an
idle within 50 feet of a shoreline, dock, seawall, or adjacent structure, not the
.. shoreline itself, if posted properly. Concern was expressed current marine
regulations' are poorly posted and poorly enforced.
It was stated the marker in the area of Harbor Island cannot be seen from a
distance. In response to a question, Mr. Morris said the Pinellas County Sheriff's
Marine Unit officers had helped establish the size of the wake zone off Harbor
Island. It was stated the petition for the Windward Island wake zone addresses
, safety concerns and the rights of owners to protect their property. Concern was
expressed boats do not maintain a safe distance from the southeast corner of
Windward Island.
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It was recommended when residents observe vessels traveling too fast they
obtain the Florida tag number or name of the boat and file ,a complaint or write, email,
or telephone Mr. Morris's office to write a letter to the offender. It was agreed
reporting Florida numbers would resolve many concerns. Concern was expressed some
boats travel too fast to be photographed. It was suggested staff distribute to each
waterfront home a form that reviews related marine rules and provides information on
reporting Infractions. It was felt many boaters are not aware, of rules. Mr. Morris
proposed to send letters to all nearby residents indicating complaints have been
received, reviewing the rules, and discussing related issues. He will evaluate the area
for the Installation of signage, featuring the related rule and ordInance. It was said out-
of-state boats also can be reported. .
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It was stated the MAB does not endorse the petition at this time.
Buoys
Mr. Morris reported the County has Indicated a fast-water buoy is on hand
~nc;j soon will be ready for installation at the entrance to Clearwater Pass. Buoys
. are available to mark the minimum wake zone between the Sailing Center and
Clearwater Pass. Once lettered"they will be installed.
Boar~ Appreciation Dinner
The Chair read a letter from the Mayor expressing disappointment that board
member attendance was poor at thi~ year's appreciation dinner. The City paid
$887 for 44 meals, prepared for board member and their guests, who did not
attend after indicating they would.
It was indicated several MAS members had responded positively to the
invitation but could not attend. While some members were ill or caring for ailing
relatives, several'had forgotten by the time the event occurred. Discussion ensued
regarding the best way to remind attendees regarding the event. Concern was
, expressed invitations are mailed too early and it was recommended delaying the
mailing until closer to the date. It was felt calling or mailing members' with
reminders would be too time consuming and expensive.'
Those who attended the event stated they had enjoyed it.
Illegal Tie-Ups
, Mr. Morris reported private boats, tied up to commercial docks while tenant
boats are away, are subject to towing. A State law permits the Police Department
to issue trespassing warnings and call' a towing company, as long as the ordinance
is posted. Staff is'looking for a towing company to respond. In the interim,
additional signage will be posted.
Board Inquiry
In response to a question, Mr. Morris said no money is available'to dredge a
. channel from Island Estates,' at a northeast angle to the Intracoastal Waterway.
Belleair Causeway Bridge Replacement
Joe Calia reported an alignment alternatives publfc informatio~ meeting
, rega'rding the Belleair Causeway Bridge Replacement is scheduled for May 9, 2002,
, at Largo High School. He distributed D public opinion survey form and expressed
concerns Bellealr Bluffs resIdents have organized to oppose a fixed span bridge, .
which he' feels Is necessary to evacuate Sand Key and the beaches prior to a
hurricane.
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Aaenda for next meetina on 'Ju~e 1 2. 2002
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A short presentation regarding the Salling Center' is planned.
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Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9: 11 a.m.
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