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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
April 18, 2002
Present:
Brian J. Aungst
Whitney Gray
Hoyt p, Hamilton
William C. Jonson
Frank Hibbard
Mayor ICommis s i oner
Commissioner
Commissioner.
Commissioner
Commissioner
Also present: William B. Horne II
Garry Brumback
Ralph Stone
Pamela K. Akin
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Patricia O. Sullivan'
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
Assistant City Manager - arrived 6:45 p.m.
City Attorney
City Clerk
Board Reporter
The Mayor called the meeting to' order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation.
was offered by Reverend Randy Morris. The Mayor led the Pledge of AUegiance.
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To provide. continuity for research, items are in agenda o~der although not
,necessarily discussed in that order.
ITEM #3 '- Introductions, Presentation, and Awards
a) Service Awards
One service award was presented to a City employee.
Eleanor "Sissy" Scharf, Library, was presented the April 2002 Employee of the I
Month award.
Proclamations:
b) Municipal Clerks Week ~ April 28 -May 4, 2002
c) CPR Mass Training Day - April 27, 2002
d) Administrative Professionals Week - April 21-27, 2002
Administrative Professionals Day - April 24, 2002
e), Day of Prayer - May 2;' 2002
1) EAB - Environmental Service Award to Parks and Recreation and Urban Forestry
The Environmental Advisory Board presented. the Environmental Service Award to
the Parks & Recreation Department and Urban Forestry for their successful efforts
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protecting a mature stand of 12 live oak trees at Eddie C. Moore complex during recent
improvements.
g) Home and Neighborhood of the Quarter Presentation
The Neighborhood of the Quarter award was presented to the Country Club
Addition neighborhood. '
. Home of the Quarter awards were presented to Jaime and Trisha Crosson of 1810
Cleveland .Street, Karl and Shirley Shrock of 308 Engman Street, and Jeff and Diana
Verdery of 1155 Charles Street. A Home of the Quarter award will be forwarded to Raul
and Haydee Rivera of 1329 Whispering Pines Drive, who were not present.
ITEM #4 - Approval of Minutes
, Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
April 4. 2002. as recorded and submitted in written summation by the City Clerk to each
Commissioner. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITE,M #5 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aqenda
Jan Requlski and Glenn Garte. representing the Clearwater Main Library Foundation
Capital Campaign, requested community involvement in raising $5-million. Messages from
$ 5 donors will be included in a time capsule to be buried in the new library' s patio. A
Share the Memories party is scheduled for April 28. 2002.
Duke Tieman looked forward to the Commissioners' visit to his neighborhood on
Saturday during Celebrate Clearwater Day.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #6 w Public Hearing & First Readinq Ord #6953-02 - Zoninq Atlas Amendment for
101 South Old Coachman Road (Post Court, Lot 1 less the Northerly 920 ft, in Section 18-
29S-16E) (Post Court I Keith BrickJemyer) Z 02-01-01
The subject 7.7 -acre property is developed with a 108-unit multi-family
development in four.three-story buildings. This zoning change will bring an existing use
into conformity with the Community ~evelopment Code. When developed in 1987. the
property was zoned Limited Office was a conforming use. The new Community
Development Code. adopted in 1999, reclassified the zoning to Office, which does not
permit stand-alone multi-family developments. The Post Court Apartments are a legal non-
conforming use.
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The site has a Future Land Use Plan designation of Residential/Office General. The
proposed Medium Density Residential (MDR) is consistent with thIs plan category. This
zoning district permits 15 dwelling units per acre. The site is developed with 14 units per.
acre. The applicant owns a multi-family residential complex adjacent to the north, which
also is zoned MDR. The proposal rezoning will bring the applicant's entire property under
the same zoning district. The Community Development Board (COB) unanimously
recommended approval. The proposed rezoning is consistent with the standards specified
in the Community Development Code.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve a Zoning Atlas Amendment from Office
(0) District to Medium Density Residential (MDR) for property at 101 south Old Coachman
Road, consisting of Post Court, Lot 1 less the Northerly 920 ft, in Section 1 8-29S-1 6E.
The motion was duly seconded and cdrried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6953-02 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #6953-02 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard and Aungst.
UNaysU: None.
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ITEM #7 -Public Hearinq & First ReadinQ Ord #6950-02, 6951-02, 6952-02 - Annexation,
Land Use Plan and Zoninq Atlas Amendments for 3010 Grandvie\'\i' .Avenue (Kapok Terrace,
Lot 11 and a portion of Lot 12, in Section 09,-29S-16E) (Thao & Vui Nguyen) ANX 02-01-
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The applicant has requested annexation for 30.10 Grandview Avenue to obtain City
water and sewer services so they can construct a single-family dwelling. A Land Use Plan
designation of Residential Low and Zoning of Low Medium Density R~sideritial have also
been requested. Staff has determined the proposed annexation land use plan amendment
and rezoning applications are consistent with Code standards. The CDS unanimously
. recommended approval.
This ,annexation has been reviewed by the Pinellas Planning Council (PPC) and
Pinellas County staff according to the provisions .of the County Ordinance No. 00-63,
section 7{1~3), and no objections.have been received from these offices.
,Long Range Pla,:,ning Manager Gina Clayton reported records indicate no repetitive
loss has occurred due to flooding or sinkholes on Grandview Avenue. The subject . '.
property's elevation is approximately 15 feet higher than Friendly Village of Kapok Mobile
Home Park.
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Commissioner Gray moved to approve the Petition for Annexation, land Use Plan
Amendment to Residential low, and Zoning Atlas Amendment to low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) for 3010 Grandview Avenue at Kapok Terrace, Lot 11 and a portion of
Lot 12, in Section 09-29S-16E. The motion was dulY seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6950~02 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #6950-02 on first reaping.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6951-02 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #6951-02 on first reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
II Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard 'and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6952-02 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #6952-02 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard and Aungst.
ItNayslt: None.
ITEM #8 - Public Hearinq' & First Readinq Ord #6928-02 - Community Development Code
Am,~nrlments.. PLD
A list of the proposed amendments to the Community Development Code was
presented to the City Commission at the January 7, 2002, Work Session. The
Commission provided direction on issu~s Including transfer of development rights, vending
machines, and tree replacement requirements, and directed staff not to include certain
. amendments.
On February 21, 2002 the Commission deferred action on the ordinance so staff
could provide additional information on several proposed provisions. On April 1, 2002, the
Commission discussed portable storage units, sign height, and vending machine signage
and requested further information regarding portable storage units and signage.
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On March 7, 2002, the PPC (Pinellas Planning Council) determined the proposed
amendments are consistent with the Countywide Rules.
Planning Director Cyndi Tarapani reviewed changes recommended to Ordinance
#6928-02 by the City Commission on April 15, 2002: 1) Comprehensive Sign Program -
Height of Freestanding Signs - Section 90. Article 3. Division 18. Comprehensive Sign
Program. 1807.C Flexibility Criteria is hereby amended: 2. The height of all freestanding
. signs proposed through the comprehensive sign program shall relate to the design of the
sign and shall not exceed 14 feet in height; 2) Comprehensive Sign Program - Number,
Size, and Location of Signs - Section 92. Article 3. Division 18. Comprehensive Sign
Program. Section 3-1807.C. is hereby amended by adding subsection 3-1807.C.9.
Number, size and Location of Signs as follows: 9. Number, Size and Location of Signs:
When considering the number, size, and location of freestanding and attached signs, the
Community Development coordinato~ shall consider: overall size of site, relationship
between the building setback and sign location, frontage, access and visibility to the site,
intended traffic circulation pattern. hierarchy of sigr:'age. scale and use of the project, and
submittal of a master sign plan for the development parcel/project; and 3) Protection of
Specimen Tree Stands - Section 56. Article 3. Division 12. LandscapinglTree Protection.
Section 3-1205 .B. 2. is hereby amended: a. The condition and location of the protected
tree, specimen tree stand, or palm with respect to species, tree structure, competition,
disease, insect attack, or danger of falling, proximity to existing or proposed structures and
interference with utility services. B. Protected trees, specimen tree stands~ and palms
shall be preserved to the maximum extent possible and reasonable flexibility.in the design
of per~itted uses shall be granted, within the parameters of the zoning district within
which the property is located, in order to ensure such preservation.
Ms. Tarapani reviewed changes recommended by the CDS to Ordinance #6928-02:
1) Roof Overhang Proposed language Amendment - add new section to ordinance; Section
49A. Article 3. Division 9. General Applicability Standards. Section 3-908 Permitted.
encroachments into setbacks and O\fer street rights-at-way is hereby amended as follows:
D. Balconies, decks, bay windows, and similar features that Iineariy extend 500/0. or less qf
the width of the building wall to which they are attache~ shall be permitted ta extend into
a required set back area natmore than 24 inches, provided that. through access is not
obstructed; 2) Hearing Office Appeal Proposed Language Amendment - revised proposed
Section 105 of the Ordinance by amending Code Section 4"505.A-C: Section 105. Article
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4. Division 2. Applications for Development Approval. Section 4-505 COB appeals is
hereby amended: A. Upon receipt of a notice of appeal regarding decisions set out in
Section 4-501 (B), the hearing officer shall, in concert with the city clerk, establish a timely
date and hour and location for hearing to consist solely of: 1. Reception of the record
before the COB and 2. Oral argument. The city clerk shall give no~ice of the hearing to th~
appellant, applicant. ,City, and any person granted party status by the COB. 8. At the.
hearing, the record before the COB shall be received by the hearing officer. Additionally,
oral argument may be presented by the appellant, applicant. City, and any person granted
party status by the COB. The burden shall be upon the appellant to show that the decision
of the COB cannot be sustained by the evidence before the board, or that the decision of
the board departs from the essential requirements of law. C. The persons entitled to
present oral argument as set forth in subjection B, above may submit proposed final orders
to the hearing officer within 20 days of ,the hearing. The hearing officer shall render a
decision within 45 days of the hearing. The decision of the hearing officer shall include
findings of fact, conclusions of law, and a determination approving, approving with
conditions, or denying the requested development application. The decision of the hearing
officer shall be final, subject to judicial review by common law certiorari to the circuit
court. The filing of a petition for certiorari stays the decision of the hearing officer pending
the final determination of the case. Add new section to the ordinance revising Code .
Section 5-1003: Section Article 5, Division 10. Hearing Officer. Section 5-1003 is hereby
amended as follows: Section 5-1003 Procedures. All hearings conducted by a hearing
officer on behalf of the city shall be conducted in accordance with section 4-505; 3)
Section 3-1803. Prohibited Signs - Add new section to the Ordinance that deletes Code
Section 3-1803.U Prohibited Signs: Article 3. Division 18. Signs. Section 3-1,803.
Prohibited Signs is hereby amended by deleting subsection 3-1803.U referencing
temporary window signs in residential districts and relettering subsequent subsections as
appropriate; 4) Corrected Title for Section 45A or Ordinance -: Revise title of Section 45a
of the Ordinance: Section 45a. Article 3. Division 8. Fences and Walls. Section 3-804.F. is
hereby amended as follows: and; 5) Comprehensive Sign Program - Section 3-1807.C.
and 3-1807 .C.g - Revise formulas for calculating amount of signage permitted through the
Comprehensive Sign Program in proposed Code Section 3-1807.C.4 and combine with the
proposed criteria for determining number, size, and location of signs proposed in code
Section 3-1807.C.9. Section 91. Article 3. Division 18. Comprehensive Sign Program.
Section 3-1807.C. Total Area of Sign Faces is hereby amended: 4. Total area of sign
faces. The maximum sign area permitted through a comprehensive sign program shall be
regulated: i. Attached signs - The maximum area permitted is up to 5% of the building
. fa9ade to which the sign is to be attached. ii. Freestanding signs - The maximum area
permitted is up to. two times the total area of sign faces as calculated by the street
frontage or building fa9ade in methods in 1806.B.l.c.i. and iL, whichever is less. Section
92. Article 3. Division 18. Comprehensive Sign Program. Section 3-1807.C. is hereby
amended by adding subsection 3-1807 .C.g. Number, Size, and Location of Signs as
follows: 9. Number, Size, and Location of Signs: When considering the number, size, and
location of freestanding and attached signs~ the Community .Development coordinator shall
consider: overall size of site, relationship between the building setback and sign location,
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frontage, access and visibility to the site, intended traffic circulation pattern, hierarchy of
signage, and submittal of a master sign plan for the dev.elopment parcel/project.
Recommended Change - Delete Section 92 from the Ordinance and revise Section 91:
Section 91.' Article 3. Division 18. Comprehensive Sign pr'ogram. Section 3-1807.C Total
Area of sign Faces is hereby amended: 4. Height, Area, Number, and Location of Signs.
The height, area, number, and location of signs permitted through the comprehensive Sign
Program shall be determined by the Community Development coordinator based on the
.following criteria: overall size of site, relationship between the building setback and sign
location, frontage, .access and visibility to the site, intended traffic circulation pattern,
hierarchy of signage, and submittal of a master sign plan for the development
parcel/project. Additionally, the maximum permitted sign area shall be based on the
following formula when evaluated against the above criteria: i. Attached signs - The
maximum area permitted for attached signage shall range from 1 % up to a maximum of
60/0 of the buil~ing fac;:ade to which the sign is to be attached. ii. Freestanding signs -
The maximum permitted area of all freestanding signs on a site shall not exceed the range
of sign area permitted by street frontage or building fac;:.ade calculation methods set forth in
Section 1806.B.1.c.i. and ii.
In response to a question, Ms. Tarapani said COB recommended changes related to
appeals to hearing' officers reflect board member concerns that witnesses appearing before
the hearing officer but not before the COB could alter a decision. She said party status is
awarded to those affected by a project.. In response to a question, she said staff had not
presented City Commission recommended changes related to signs to the COB. In
response to a question, she said to obtain the maximum freestanding signage permitted, a
developer would have to identify a development's main entrance and negotiate the location
and number of signs.
. Two persons spoke in support of proposed changes to the sign ordinance. It was
recommended signage approval for small business be streamlined and less expensive. In
response to a question, Ms. Tarapani s,aid sign contractors educate many small.business
. owners. She recommended against changing proposed language, as the number of
business owners affected by the proposal is small.
In response to a question, attorney Tim Johnson reported Ed Armstrong is
recovering from surgery and is scheduled for a kidney transplant on May 28, 2002.
In response to a question, Ms. Clayton said the height of interior signs is not
regulated if they cannot be seen from adjacent properties or rights-of-way. It was noted
the maximum height is 6 feet. Concern was expressed directional signs are more
important when a significant nl:lmber of trees are in place, blocking vistas. Photographs of
directional signs were presented, wit~ some taller than 8 feet. Flexibility regarding this .
issue was recommended. .
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It was noted the proposed limits are smaller than allowed in 1997. It was
recommended a cap on the size of signage be established.
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Staff was complimented and thanked for their work on this issue. In response to a
suggestion that Clearwater's sign code reflect limits in the County Code, it was noted the
County has begun work to. amend its sign code. It was felt the proposed changes reflect a
good balance bet~een business needs and aesthetics. It \'"~as noted staff will not make
sign decisions in a vacuum.
Commissioner Jonson moved to amend Ordinance #6928-02, Section 91 . Article 3.
Division 18. paragraph 4 to read "The maximum sign area permitted through a
comprehensive sign program shall be regulated as follows: i. Attached si9t"'!s - The
maximum area permitted is up to 5 % of the building fayade to which the sign is to be
attached up to 1 50 feet. However, the size may be increased based on the setback from
the right-of-way as follows: 100 feet to 200 fee'( x.25 (187), 200 feet to 300 feet x.75
(262L and greater than 300 x.125 (337) and ii. Freestanding signs - The maximum area
permitted is up to two times the total area of sign faces as calculated by the street
frontage or building fayade in methods in 1806.B.1.c.i. and iL, whichever is less, however,
not to exceed 150 feet. The motion was duty seconded.
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It was felt the maximum attached signage of 500 square-feet would be too large for
the Sam's Club fac;:ade. It was stated staff is sensitive to community standards and would
not approve a sign that large. It was agreed staff needs to be provided leeway when
making these decisions. Ms. Tarapani said establishing a maximum would
disproportionately impact larger buildings and developments. A 150 square-foot sign
would be too small for Dillard's. The City Manager said during the past two years staff
has reviewed. feedback regarding the sign code and determined the code is too restrictive
and rigid. He sai.d redommended changes remain faithful to the goals and objectives the
City is trying to accomplish.
Upon the vote being taken, Commissioner Jonson voted "Aye"; Commissioners
Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, and Mayor Aungst voted "Nay." Motion failed. .
, Commissioner Jonson moved t.o amend Ordinance #6928-02, Section 91. Article 3.
Division 18. paragraph 4 to read ;'The maximum sign area permitted through a
comprehensive sig.n program shall be regulated as follows: i. Attached signs - The
maximum area permitted is up to 5 ~b of the building fa9ade to which the sign is to be
attached up to" 50 feet. However, the size may be increased ba~ed on the setback from'
the right-of4way as follows: 100 feet to 200 feet x.25 (187). 200 feet to .300 feet x.75
(262), and greater than 300 x.125 (337) unless approved by a majority plus one of the
Community Development Board and ii. Freestanding signs. The maximum area permitted is
up to two times the total area of sign faces as calculated by the street frontage or building
fac;:ade in methods in 1806.8. 1.c.i. and iL, whichever is less; however, not to exceed 150
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. It was felt the City Commission is not disregarding what neighborhoods want but is
addressing the needs of residents who experience emergencies. Only two similar.
emergencies have occurred in the past year. Sympathy was expressed for the victims of
emergencies.
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feet unless .approved by a majority plus one of the Community Development Board. There
was no second.
In regard to proposed changes to allow on site use of portable storage units for 15
days following an emergency, with an additional 15 days available by request, it was
stated the Commission had received only letters in opposition to the proposai from
neighborhood leaders. .
Commissioner Jonson moved to delete Section 94 in amendment 4. . There .was no
second.
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the amendments to the Community
Development Code recommended by Staff and The Community Development Board. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve Item #8 as amended. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6928-02 for first reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #6928-02 as amended on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes II: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard and Aungst.
. "Nays": None.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
ITEM #9 - Ord #6918-02; revisinq Appendix A. 5 % increa.se in Occupational License Fees.
Code of Ordinances.
. C,?mmissioner Gray moved to amend Ordinance #6918-02, page 10, as follows:
Appendix A-SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES AND CHARGES XXVIII. OCCUPATIONAL
LICENSE F~ES, 091 .000, RENTAL, UNITS is amended to read as follows:
091.000 RENTAL, UNITS (1-5) 28.75
. Plus, per unit over 5 1 .60.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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"Nays": None.
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One citizen spoke stating while raising fees is a concern regarding the effect on
retail merchants,. this change is minimal. A larger coricern regarding the need to address
the structure of occupational licenses will be taken to the State. Legislature.
The City Attorney presented' Ordinance #6918-02 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6918-02 as
amended on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote VV8S:
.. Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard and Aungst.
Item # 1 0 - Ord # 6984-02 approvinq new Qas utilitv rates to become effective for. all
billinqs on or after Mav 1, 2002.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6984-02 for second reading and read it by
title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6984-02 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard and Aungst.
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"Nays": None.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #11-25) - Approved as submitted.
, Consent Agenda items require no formal public hearing and are subject to approval
by a single motion. However, any City Commissioner or the City Manager may remove an
item from the Consent Agenda for discussion and individual vote.
ITEM # 11 - Approval of Purchases per Purchasinq Memorandum:
1) Purchase compactor containers during the contract period May 1, 2002 through April
30, 2003 for $80,000. SW
2) Service contract for grounds maintenance during the contract period May 1, 2002
through April 30, 2003 for $ 71,524. PR
3} Work order for preliminary design report for the force main and gravity sewer
improvements, phase I for $96,760. PW .
4) Work order for short term storm water management plan, phase I for $88,920. Public
Works
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ITEM # 19 - Approve the Local AQencv Program (LAP) SUP,P.mlllWllllLAnutQ11l9.D! with the
Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) for the Clesrwotor Boneh WORt Bridge/Spur
Connector construction phase, in the amount of $3,006,662. Public Works
ITEM # 13 - Approve release of funds from the Marina entorpri~o fund. in the amount of
$50.000. for Clearwater Marina Aauarium improvemen~s. MR
ITEM #14 - Approve the transfer of $74JOOO of funds from Recreation Facilitv Impact Fees
collected on Sand Key bv Parks and Recreation. into a now ~CIP for improvements at the
Clearwater Communitv.SailinQ Center and to increase security at the Sand Key Beach to
the North of the Sailing Center. MR
ITEM #15 - Approve aqreement in the amount of $26.400 wIth Pinellas Cares. Inc. for
provision of a Homeless Shelter Bed Hotline. PO
ITEM # 16 - Approve a work order for consultant services in the amount of $67 .995 to
Parsons EngineerinQ Science. Inc. for preparation of construction plans and permitting for
the Bayshore Blvd., SR 60 intersection. Public Works
ITEM # 17 - Approve the final plat for Belcher and Nursery Deve10Q01ent located in the
Southeast corner of Belcher Road and Nursery Road. Public Works
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ITEM # 18 - Approve the final plat for Colonial Villa~e Park loCol.01LlliQilll, .we East side of
McMullen-Booth Road and approximately 0.26 miles South of Drow Stroot. Public Work~
ITEM #20 - Authorize the sale of property known as the Atrium 9.l.J3"SfJU.:Jt.L.kC lQ....,the
Wilder Corporation and authorize execution of a consent to this suln. City Attornoy
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ITEM #21 - Elect Commissioner Gray to serve as Vice-Mayor. elK '
ITEM #22 - Appoint Isay Gulley as "non~protit community basod...9..ro1lf.lkn.1!2n~oporatinQ
within the area" representative on the Enterprise Zone Developmont Aoonc.Y. and Continue
the vacant seat for "Resident residing within Area." eLK
ITEM #23 - SubmerQed Lands Easement - Sun Harbor Condominium Association, Inc.
ITEM #24 - Submerqed Lands Easement - Paschoalina C. Potter
ITEM #25 - Authorize City Officials to execute and deliver a Termination and Release of
Reverter regarding potential City of Clearwater interest in the Oak Cove and Oak Bluffs
buildings.
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Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the, Consent Agenda as'submitted and that
the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was dUly seconded
nnd carried unanimously.
OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
LT.fM 1I~6 - Other City Attorney Items - None.
J.lt;M 1127- City Manaaer Verbal Reports
n) f1oquost from Pastor Harold Brooks
Tho City Manager reported the permit 'for a tent revival at 910 Myrtle Avenue has
uxplrod. Tho Police Department, which has officers working with the event, has requested
tho pormit bo extended. as the revival is serving a useful purpose. Pastor Harold Broo~s
ntntod moro time is needed to positively impact the neighborhood.
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Commissioner Gray moved to approve an extension of time for the revival tent at
010 Myrtlo Avonue to May 11, 2002, making a total of five weeks. The motion was duly
Hocondud ond corried unanimously.
City Clerk Cyndie Goudeau confirmed the Commission's Visioning ~ession is at the
,Snillno Contor on May 6, 2002 at 1 :00 p.m. '
mM 1128 - Commission Discussion Items - None.
n:'Etyl # 29 - Other Commission Action
Mayor AunQst reported a request for a City liaison for the BIGC (Barrier Island
Governmental Council). Consensus was to appoint Commissioner Hamilton as the liaison
with Commissioner Gray attending the April 2~, 2002 meeting.
Commissioner Hibbard stated this morning he. had attended the break'fast for
Metropolitan Ministries, which has exciting programs for the homeless ,and near homeless,
mostly in Hillsborough County.
Commissioner Hibbard invited residents to participate in this Saturday's Celebrate
Clearwater neighborhood gatherings.
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Mayor AunQst thanked Commissioner Gray for her leadership in the Plnellas Cares
211 collection and representing the City. well at the MPO (Metropolitan Planning
Organization), by speaking up to retain City grant dollars.
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Commissioner Hibbard referenced today's newspaper article regarding the budget
process, and assured citizens the Commission is working diligently to retain services and
keep taxes in check.
, Mavor AunQst said construction of the Ro'undabout and bridge is not costing.
additional. tax monies. He said next year's budget has. been affected by large. insurance
cost increases related to September 11 and employee health plan increases.
Commissioner Gray thanked staff for their response and help related to the Pinellas
Cares 21 1 Operation Donation in early April.
Commissioner Gray reported she had participated in interviewing students applying
for the Sister City Student Exchange program to travel to Nagano, Japan. Nagano pays all
expenses for the trip. Four students and one teacher will participate.
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. Commissioner Jonson reported on April 20, 2002 events: 1) Downtown cleanup
begins at 8:00 a.m.; 2) the Community Response Team mobilization exercise for disaster
response begins at 9:00 a.m.; 3) Celebrate Clearwater Neighborhoods begins at 10:00
a.m.; 4) the grand opening of new apartments on Tampa Bay is in the afternoon; 5) the
NAACP. ~reedom Fund banquet, which he will attend as representative for the Commission,
. at the Harborview Center is in the evening; and 6) a Sunsets at Pier 60 concert also is in
the evening.
, Commissioner Jonson and Mayor Aungst announced on April 27, 2002, Arbor Day,
a tree giveaway is scheduled f~r Moccasin Lake Park at 9:00 a.m.
Commissioner Hamilton and Mayor AunQst apologized for being unable to attend
Celebrate Clearwater festivities on Saturday, as they will be out of town.
Commissioner Hamilton stated last night he had attended the Pride Awards, which
represented air elementary and middle schools in Pinellas County. He congratulated his
son, Brad Hamilton, for being the top math student at Oak Grove Middle SchooL
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Mavor Aunast wished Commissioner Hamilton a great time on his second
honeymoon.
Mavor AunQst said on April 19, 2002, the Officer Friendly Jamboree is scheduled at
Jack Russell Stadium at 10:00 a.m.
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Mavor AunQst said on April 20, 2002, the Clearwater Airpark Open House, fr~m
10:00 a.m. .to 3:00 p.m., wi~l. feature vintage aircraft, Police K-9s, skydiving, free hof
dog~, and soda.
Mavor Aunqst said iast weekend Mr. and Mrs. Countryside were h6nored. He
congratulated Commissioner Jonson for being named Mr. Countryside. Commissioner
Jonson congratulated the Mayor's wife, Karen Aungst, for being named Mrs. Countryside
and t~anked the citizens who organized the event.
. ITEM #30 - Adiournment
'The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
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