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Present: .
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
July 18, 2002
Brian J. Aungst Mayor/Commissioner
Whitney Gray Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
Hoyt P. Hamilton Commissioner
William C. Jonson Commissioner
frank Hibbard Commissioner
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Also present:
William B. Horne II
Garry Brumback
Ralph Stone
Pamela K. Akin
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Brenda Moses
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Board Reporter
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. at City Hall. Pastor John
Lloyd of Countryside Christian Center offered the invocation. The Mayor led the Pledge
of Allegiance. ' '.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order. '
1) '. Neighborhood awards for the Quarter
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The Mayor presented the Neighborhood of the Quarter award to the Windsor
Park Neighborhood.
, The Mayor presented the Home of the Quarter award to Ms. Judith Westfall at
1176 Jackson Road: George and Janis Valone at 1174 Jackson Road; Peter and Liz
Gemelas, at 116 South Duncan Avenue; and Mary Daniel at 1750 Palmetto Street.
2), A ItSigned by the Artiststl Tour of Turtles book
Dennis Kellenberge'r. Executive Director of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and
Jay Goulde, Tampa Bay Tour of Turtles Project Director. presented posters signed by
Silas Beach to each Commissioner. and a'Tour of Turtles Book signed by all the
participating artists to the Commission.
The, Mayor announced applications are being accepted for the Citizen's
'Academy.
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Katie Gobline requested staffing be increased to 4 persons per fire engine.
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ITEM #6 - Approval of Minutes - ReQular Meetinq 6/20/02: Visionino Sessions 5/6/02
and 5/28/02; Attorney-Client Closed Session 06/17/02.
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
June 20. 2002. Visioning Session of May 6. 2002, and Attorney Client Closed session of
June 17, 2002 as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk to each
Commissioner, and that the minutes of the May 28, 2002, Visioning Session be
approved with the following amendment: page 3, paragraph 3 to read: "Discussion
ensued regarding the City's customers. The following list of customers was presented
for review: resident citizen of Clearwater. temporary residents, vacation visitors,
nonresident property owners. llday trippers." enclave residents, nonresident business
employees. Pinellas ,County government. Pinellas County School system. and
governmental units of Pinellas and Tampa Bay. After a suggestion, there was
consensus agreement to add to this list the additional category of "business owners who
do not reside in the City." The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Item #7 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aaenda
, John Doran said if all the Fire Task Force's recommendations were implemented,
it would cost 20 cents a person per day.
John Lee expressed sympa~hy to families of those that lost lives at Dolphin Cove
fire. He questioned if the firefighters have the best equipment available. '
Jim Carino said the City has added only one firefighter per shift since 1984. while'
calls and responsibilities have increased significantly. He also acknowledged the '
firefighters who were at the Dolphin Cove fire.
Mack SeaQal said his best friend lived in Dolphin Cove. He expressed support
for Clearwater firefighters and complimented their professionalism.
Fred Mever expressed concern regarding Pension Plan negotiations. He said
disability pension reforms are needed. ,
David Brvan acknowledged the people who died at Dolphin Cove. He read
quotes from the 81. Petersburg Times, which he believed led firefighters to request legal
representation in the fire investigation.
Steven Sarnoff expressed concern regarding failed Pension Plan negotiations,
and reorganization of work groups responsible for hydrant maintenance. He said the
administration and union have to work together and trust each other.
Georqe Krause said he was a member of the Fire Task Force. He requested the
City carry out the Fire Task Force's recommendations.
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Brent Bronson said the City should comply with the Fire Task Force's
recommendations, especiany with regard to increased staffing.
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It was remarked that the City cares about their employees. including firefighters.
The City has done more in the last 4 years for the Police and Fire Departments than in
the previous 25 years. Concern was expressed that quotes were taken out of context.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #8 - Public HearinQ - Approve the modification of the City of Clearwater's Fiscal
Year 2001-2002 Consolidated Action Plan transferring 5110,000 of Community
Development Block Grant funds from "Lead Based Paint Abatement" to "Public
Facilities" to assist with the acquisition of the property located at 1045 N. Martin Luther
King Avenue (flkla N. Greenwood Avenue). Also, approve the transfer of $15,000 from
unrestricted funds to Public Facilities. Approve the modification of Clearwater
Neighborhood Housing Services FY01-02 Subrecipient Agreement increasing the
amount by $125,000. Approve the satisfaction of the City of Clearwater Economic
Development loans totaling $45,100 associated with the property located at 1045 N.
Martin Luther King Avenue. (ED)
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In furthering our progress in the revitalization of the North Greenwood Area this
activity/acquisition will be conducive to the City's effor l:=.. Clearwater Neighborhood
Housing Services (CNHS) approached the City in April of this year for assistance to
acquire the property, at 1045 N. Martin Luther King Avenue in order to use the facility as'
a possible day~care/multiMuse facility. The property's current use is a restaurant and bar
(MacCabee's Restaurant). CNHS and Bank of America Community Development
Corporation are currently in the process of rehabilitating the North Greenwood
Apartments. The total costs (;m N. Greenwood Apartments rehabilitation are $14 million
d~lIars. The property ~o be acquired is located at 1045 N. Martin Luther. King Ave. and is
located at the northwest corner of Greenwood Apartments. This proposed project,
combined with the new Aqu~tic Center, Library, N. Martin Luther King corridor
enhancements, and the other redevelopment efforts in and around the North Greenwood
Area represents a strategic investment for the City.
The contract price on the property is $125,000. The appraised, value of the
subject property is $110,000. As a condition of sale the owner has stipulated that all City
of Clearwater Economic Development loans currently on the property must be satisfied.
The City Economic Development loans currently total $45,100 and were issued with the
use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in 1996 & 1997. The City's
assistance to CNHS for the acquisition will be in the form of a deferred payment loan for
the first three years and then at the end of three years if CNHS has improved the
property and/or secured tenants the loan will be converted into a thirty (30) year 00/0
interest loan with annual payments. CNHS FY01-02 Agreement with the City will be
amended to increase the amount by $125,000 and revise the Scope of Services.
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The City applied last summer for a Lead Hazard Control Grant from the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) but was unsuccessful. As a
requirement of the grant we were required to allocate $1 OOtOGO in matching COSG
,funds. The City also allocated an additional $101.405 in Lead Based Paint abatement
for mitigating lead removal in homes that we rehabilitate should lead be present. To
date this fiscal year we have only expended about $2.500 on lead testing and training.
Since we were unsuccessful in obtaining this grant transferring the $110,000 to Public
Facilities and Improvements category will not impact our ability to address lead based
paint issues from now until the end of our current fiscal year should they arise. We have
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Public Hearing w Second Reading Ordinances
ITEM #9 wOrd #6931-02 - Amendinq Ordinance No. 6378-99 to authoriz'e additional'
stormwater system revenue bonds, Series (to be determined) of the City of Clearwater,
Florida. to be issued in one or more series over one or more years. to correct certain
definitions therein and to revise other covenants and agreements in connection
therewith; and providing an effective date.
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recently applied again for the Lead Hazard Control Grant and have allocated $100,000
in CDBG funds for FY02-03. If we are successful in obtaining this 'grant and are in need
of additional funds fot lead based paint abatement during the next fiscal year, we will
transfer funds from our rehabilitation category to lead based paint abatement. The
additional $15,000 for the acquisition will come from unrestricted funds that the Housing
Division has available.
It was remarked that the rehabilitation results are dramatic and provide critical
mass for redevelopment of North Greenwood. Mr, Carroll was complimented for his
efforts.
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the modification of the City of
ClealWater's Fiscal Year. 2001-2002 Consolidated Action Plan transferring,$110,000 of
Community Development Block Grant funds from "Lead Based Paint Abatement" to
"Public Facilities" to assist with the acquisition of the property at 1045 N. Martin Luther
King Avenue (f/k1a N. Greenwood Avenue), approve the transfer of $15,000 from
unrestricted funds to Public Facilities. approve the modification of Clea'rwater
Neighborhood Housing Services FYO 1-02 Subrecipient Agreement increasing the
amount by $125.000, and approve the satisfaction of the City of Clearwater Economic
Development loans totaling $45,100 associated with the property at 1045 N. Martin
Luther King Avenue, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same.
The, motion was'duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6931-02 for second reading and read it .
by title only, Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6931-02 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
"Ayes": Gray. Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays"-: None.
ITEM #10 - Ord #6977-02 - Annexation of properties at 2301 Chautauqua Avenue (M&8
.24/03. 24/04. 31/01 and Lot 4. Block 38. Unit 1. Section A Chautauqua liOn the Lake"
Section 32-28S-16E) (Lawrence H Dimmitt III & Larry H Dimmitt Jr, Trustee) ANX 02-
02-04. LUZ 02-02-03
The City Attorney, prese~ted Ordinance #6977-02 for second reading and read it
by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6977-02 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
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ItAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #11 wOrd #6995w02 - Amendinq the operatinq budget for the fiscal year endinq
September 30, 2002 to reflect increases and decreases in revenues and expenditures
for the general fund, special development fund, special program fund, local housing
as~istance trust fund, water & sewer fund, stormwater fund, gas fund, solid waste fund,
recycling fund, parking fund, as provided herein providing an effective date.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6995w02 for second reading and read it
by title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6995-02 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote
was:
ItAyestl; Gray, Hamilton. Jonson, Hibbard. and Aungst.
"Naystl: None.
ITEM #12 - Ord #6996-02 - Amendinq the Capital Improvement Budget for the fiscal
year endinq September 30.2002, to reflect a net increase of $17,126,574 providing an
effective date.
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6996w02 for second reading and read it
by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6996-02 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
"Ayestl: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard; and Aungst.
tlNays": None.'
ITEM #13 - Ord #6997-02 - Amending Communltv Development Code w Sections 3.;.
1802,3-1803,3-1805, 3w1806, 3-1807 & 8-102 re temporary signs, changeab'le copy
signs and use of comprehensive sign program in the Downtown & Tourist Districts.
, The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6997 w02 for second reading and read it
by title only.
, Two persons spoke in favor of allowing sandwich boards in the Tourist District.
, Long Range Planning Manager Gina Clayton said staff would draft an ordinance
for Commission consideration regarding sandwich boards in the Tourist District,
however, it would take several months. Discussion ensued and it was felt that these
amendments should be addressed while staff prepares the ordinance for the Tourist
District.
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Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6997-02 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
UAyeslf; Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #14 - Ord #6998-02 - Amending Community Development Code - Sections 4-
202,4-207.4-302,4-404.4-501,4-504 & 4-505 re permitting procedures. review of
applications, appeal procedures, Community Development Board appeals; and providing
an effective date.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6998-02 for second reading and read it
by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6998-02 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
HAyes.... Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays"; None.
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #15-32) - - Approved as submitted. ,
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ITEM #15 - Approval of Purchases (& Declaration of Surplus) per Purchasing
Memorandum: '
1) Purchase custodial services and supplies during the contract period: August 1,
'2002 through July 31, 2003; Black Tie 'Janitorial Services, $125,856.
2) Declare surplus and authorize disposal of vehicles and equipment.
ITEM #16 - Reauest for authority to settle the workers' compensation claim of Claimant,
Robert Noonan, in its entirety to include medical, indemnity and attorney fees for the
sum of $55,750. (FN)
ITEM #17 - Approve the addition of one full-time equivalent (FTE) position for a custodial
worker at the Marina. (MR)
ITEM #18 - Approve a management aQreement for the City owned property known as
the Clearwater Community Sailing C~nter at 1001 Gulf Blvd to be managed by the
Clearwater Community S~iling Association, Inc. 'as the' facility manager for an initial
period of 3 years, with 2 additional 3 year terms with an at:lr.ual rent ,of $12,000 per year
in the first year. and $12,000 per year plus 200/0 of all income after taxes in subsequent
years. The base rent of $12,000 will increase 50/" for each subsequent 3Myear term.
(MR) ,
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ITEM #19 - Approve the Second Amendment of Professional ManaQement Services
Agreement between Globe Facilities Limited Partnership dba Global Spectrum (Globe)
and the City of Clearwater (City) for a five (5) year term concluding on September 30,
2007. (PR)
ITEM #20 - Approve the Third Amendment of Concession Management Aqreement
between Globe Facilities Limited Partnership dba Global Spectrum (Globe), Boston
Concession Group, Inc. (Boston) and the City of Clearwater (City) for a five (5) year term
concluding on September 30. 2007. (PR)
ITEM #21 - Approve the final plat for ItClealVlater Retail" located at the southwest corner
of Missouri Avenue and Druid Road. (PW)
ITEM #22 - Approve construction authorization for the new Main Library to Turner
Construction Company, 500 N. Westshore Blvd.. Tampa, Florida in an amount not to'
exceed $2,736,078. (LIB) ,
,ITEM #23 - Approve Change Order NO.5 to Keystone Excavators. Inc. of Oldsmar.
Florida for the 2001 Sidewalk/Curb Replacement Contract (01-0021-EN), which
increases the contract amount by 5334,720.50, and adds 60 days to the time of the
contract. The new contract total is $1,282.350.20. (PW)
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ITEM #24 - Approve Chanoe Order No.1 to Keystone Excavators. Inc. of Oldsmar,
Florida for the Mandalay Ave/Papaya SUSan Marco Reconstruction (99-009S-EN), which
increases the contract amount by 5935,243.53, and adds 90 days to the time of the
contract. The new contract total is $2,682,243.53. (PW)
ITEM #25 - Approve ChanQe Order No.6 for the N. Greenwood Reclaimed Water &
Corridor Enhancements Project (01-0029-EN) to Steve's Excavating & Paving. Inc. of
Clearwater, Florida increasing the contract amount by $149.642.12 for a new contract
total of $2,431,284.09. (PW)
ITEM #26 - Joint Participation Agreement between the City of Clearwater, Pinellas
County and the First Baptist Church of Clearwater, Inc. to implement an Amendment to
the Countywide Future land Use Plan for First Baptist, Church of Clearwater located at
the southwest corner of McMullen-Booth Road and Drew Street (lUZ 00-05-05) (PlD)
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ITEM #27 - Approve a five (5) year ManaQement AQreement between the City and the
Clealwater Regional Chamber of Commerce for the Beach Visitor Information Center for
the period.of August 1, 2002 through July 31,' 2007 at an estimated cost of $248,'600,
with no more than $221,385 in funding and $27,215 in in-kind contributions, subject to
final budget approval. (ED)
ITEM #28 - Beautification Committee - Appoint Dagmar Ortiz (eL)
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ITEM #29 - Enterprise Zone Development Aqencv - Re-Appoint Cheryl Wade to local:
finance or insurance entity category. (eL)
ITEM #30 - Community Relations Board - Appoint Candace Gardner and Melissa Ann
Horwitz (CL) ,
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ITEM #31 - Approve startinQ AUQust 5,2002 Work Session at 8:30 a.m.
ITEM #32 - Authorize settlement of Farewell v. City of Clearwater. Case No. 01-8401-CI-
20, for payment by City of 542,500 in exchange for full releases from 'plaintiffs and
dismissal of action with prejudice.
Commissioner Hamilton 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.
ITEM #33 - Adopt a tentative millage rate of 5.753 mills for fiscal year 2002/03 and set
Public Hearings on the Budget for September 5, 2002 and September 19, 2002 to be
held no earlier than 6:00 p.m. (BU)
In accordance with the TRIM Bill process it is necessary for the City
Commission to adopt a tentative millage rate prior to finalizing and adopting the
Budget The tentative millage rate will be included in the TRIM Bill notices sent to
taxpayers in early August and cannot be increased without special mailing.
The City Manager's recommended millage rate of 5.753 mills is an
increase of .2498 mills over the current 'rate of 5.5032 mills, an increase of 4.5%.
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Under the recommended rate of 5.753 mills, the City tax bill for an
individual Clearwater homeowner with an approximate average Clearwater home
value of $91.740, qualifying for the $25.000 homestead exemption. would be
$383.96. The impact of the recommended rate over the current millage rate is
$16.68 of this total (an average of $1.39/month).
Budget Director Tina Wilson reviewed: 1) General Fund revenues, expenditures,
and retained earnings;'2) proposed budget; 3) financial impacts; 4) new General Fund
positions; 5) millage history; 6) millage rate effect on average homeowner; and 7) budget
meeting schedule.
Five persons spoke in favor of the millage rate increase and stated they did not
want City services cut. One person spoke stating he was not totally against the millage
rate increase, but felt there are still areas the City can address to cut costs,
It.was remarked that the Commission and administration would continue to
challenge staff to find potential cost savings without degrading City services. Public
, input is welcome. The public was encouraged to attend the bUdget meetings being
,scheduled. It was remarked this tentative millage ra'te proposal is a not-to-exceed
number. '
In response to a question, Ms. Wilson said Clearwater only receives 25% of the
ad valorem dollars collected annually. The County and the School Board receive
significantly higher amounts.
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Commissioner Hibbard moved to adopt a ten'tative millage rate of 5.753 mills for
fiscal year 2002/03 and set Public Hearings on the budget for September 5, 2002, and
September 19, 2002.
The City Manager requested dates for additional budget meetings. Ms. Goudeau
suggested specific dates when the Harborview Center can be booked.
The City Manager requested meeting ,dates be discussed regarding the
Commission travel budget, Police presentation. and Enterprise Operation presentation.
It was requested these items be combined into one meeting and scheduled in August as
. early as possible.
ITEM #34 - Adopt Resolution #02-38 and approve and accept an Interlocal
AgreemenUFranchise with the City of Belleair Bluffs in order to provide natural gas
service to the citizens of Belleair Bluffs.
On June 17, 2002, the City of Belleair Bluffs Commission approved the
Interlocal Agreement with the City of Clearwater, which provides a franchise for the
Clearwater Gas System to provide natural gas service in Belleair Bluffs.
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The Clearwater Gas System has provided service within the City of Belleair
'BI~ffs for at least the past 20 years under one prior 20-year franchise.
The I~terlocal Agreement provides, the City of Clearwater an additional 15-
year non-exclusive right .to continue to construct, operate and maintain all faCilities
necessary to supply natural gas 'to the CitY,of Belleair Bluffs.
The Interlocal Agreement provides for a 60/0 franchise feeta be paid by the
consumers of natural gas within the City of Belleair Bluffs.
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve and accept an Intertocal
AgreemenUFranchise with the City of Belleair Bluffs in order to provide Ilatural gas
service to the citizens of Belleair Bluffs, and the appropriate officials be authorized to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #02-38 and read it by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Resolution #02-38 and authorize the
appropriate ',officials to e~ecute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll
call, the vote was: '
. "Ayes": Gray. Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"'Nays": None.
Absent: Hamilton.
Motion carried. ,
The meeting recessed from 7:59 to 8:16'p.m.
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tTEM #35 - Direct staff to: 1) Proceed with the Pelican Walk Garaae site, including
negotiating with the owner of the site to purchase the property, subject to an updated
demand analysis; and 2) Proceed with the "Interim Use" for the Marriott Seashell resort
site as a temporary surface parking lot for 150-160 spaces subject to modification of the
Development Agreement with Clearvvater Seashell Resort. LLC. (ED)
At the December 18. 2001, Commission meeting, the Administration was
directed to report back to the City Commission in 180 days regarding a Beach parking
strategy. The following summarizes progress.to date:
North Beach
The City requested a detailed financial feasibility study as well as appraisals to ,
assist the City in its assessment of financial alternatives in constructing a Pelican Walk
garage.
The study, conducted by Urbitran/Chance Management Advisors, indicates that
the 450-space Pelican Walk garage is financially feasible given four conditions: (1) a 30-
year amortization rate: (2) pre-cast, pre~stressed construction technique; (3) pay-on.foot
revenue collection system; and, (4) a $1,000,000 write down from the City's Parking
System.
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The total development cost for constructing the Pelican Walk garage by the City
is estimated at-$7.7 million with land cost estimated at $1 million. Tax exempt revenue
bonds will n~ed to be issued to cover the development costs of the garage. The annual
cost including debt service and operating cost would be $781,241 for the first year.
Alternatively. a private developer has presented a proposal to the City to build the
Pelican Walk garage on a lease term. The rent for years 1-5 is $550.000, increasing
every 5 years. The annual cost to lease and operate the garage would be $807,850 for
the first year.
Hilton Hotel has expressed an interest. in discussing development options at their
location, including the possibility of additional parking facilities. '
South Beach
The "Marriott Seashell" developers have proposed a temporary surface parking
lot for 150-160 spaces on their current site. In order to preserve the development .
opportunity of the site as a resort hotel and to potentially move fo'rward with the Beach
I Walk project, the developer would lease to the City the parking lot.
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The Marriott Seashell proposal is to lease the lot to the City for $3,000 a year per
space. Further. the City would purchase the land at fair market value (up to $6,000,000)
jf construction of a resort does not begin by March 1, 2006. Estimated operating costs
for the parking lot for the first year is $85,310.
A second developer has proposed three parking options for a 92,400 square feet
site between Harnden and Coronado approximately between Brightwater on the north
and slightly south of Fifth Street to the south. The City would vacate Fifth Street. The
three options include: (1) outright purchase by the City for $12.000,000, the seller to
retain all development rights; (2) City purchases, the land for S 11,000,000 with a
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Howard Howell. developer, presented three options to the City for replacement
parking spaces on south beach. He rescinded the three options described in the North
and South Beach Parking Strategy Report and presented a revised proposal to the City
on July 15, 2002.
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requirement that the City declare the property surplus and put it out to bid after one year.
for a 1 ,450-space parking garage with 45,000 square feet of retail on ground floor; or (3)
a 3D-year lease to the City for 261-331 public spaces at a per year lease cost of
$1,046,500 with a 30/0 increase annually. Developer has option to construct a 1,450-
space garage between the second and fourth year of the lease.
The City .received a $500,000 federal grant to proceed with the design of Beach
Walk. The City has retained the firm of Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jernigan to prepare
the design drawings and construction specifications for Beach Walk. The firm has
drafted a detailed scope of work that.has been submitted to the City for review. The
design phase is estimated to be complete in June 2003.
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Mr, Howell has assembled approximately 92,400 square feet of land on the
. southern portion of Harnden and Coronado bounded by Brightwater on the north.
vacating Fifth Street (13,200 square feet of right-of-way). and a small portion of the block
south of Fifth Street. The revised proposal has three components; 1) City purchases
the property for $10,000.000; 2) as part of the transaction, the developer retains
$500,000 as the fee for assembling the property and one half (500/0) ,of the development
rights associated with the property: and 3) City demolishes the structures on the
property, and constructs a 261-space surface, parking lot, vacating Fifth Street between
Harnden and Coronado and incorporating the vacated street with the purchased
property. The revenlle collected from these spaces could be used to cover debt service
for the bond issue as well as maintenance and construction costs.
City staff mot on July 1 G to discuss the revised proposal and review the financial
feasibility and assumptions om bedded In the proposal. The following information reflects
staff's assessment of this option detailing the advantages and disadvantages of the.
proposal.
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Staff is con corned tl1at tho revenue generated by the 261 parking spaces
$652,000) is not sufflclont to cover the debt service for the bond issue ($775,000) and.
maintenance of the surfnco lot ($1391113) based on a 50/0 interest rate over 30 years.' tn
addition to the issue of Si()llIflcont up front costs, the City would need an updated
demand analysis for tho south beach parking area to determine if there is sufficient
demand for parking at this site and two appraisals. Staff is concerned that demand at
this site is questionable if Beach Walk is not constructed. .
Staff met with Mr. Howell on July 16 and discussed their concerns and
assessment of their revised proposal, and their recommendation to the Commission.
While Mr. Howell's proposal responded to the Commission's charge in December 2001
to assemble land for a temporary parking lot between Harnden and Coronado, the land
'cost associated with the property ($126 per square foot) is'much higher than the City
anticipated ($60 - $80 per 'square foot). .
Given the City's desire to find an affordable solution to parking on south beach
that will allow us to proceed with tho construction of Beach Walk, staff is recommending
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Alternative South Beach Parking Proposal (Revised)
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that the City proceed with the "interim use" of the Marriott Seashell site as an interim
surface parking lot. '
Summary of Howell's Financial Proposal
Land Cost 510,000,000
Construction S 679,400
Cost to Issue Bonds (est.) 5 700,000
Total Bond Amount 511,379,400
Debt Service (30 yrs, SOlo) 5 775,000
Maintenance (S533/space) S 139.113 I
Yearly Cost to Operate S 914,113
Revenue (261 X $2500) S 652,500
Cash Flow in First Year 5 - 261,613
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Dr. Howell presented three options to the City for replacement parking spaces on
south beach.' He rescinded the three options described in the North and South Beach
Parking Strategy Report and presented a revised proposal to the City on July 15, 2002.'
The developer has assembled approximately 92.400 square feet of land on the
southe~n portion of Harnden and Coronado bounded by Brightwater on the north,
.-vacating Fifth Street (13,200 square feet of right-of-way), and a small portion of the block
south of Fifth Street. The proposal has three components: 1) City purchases. the
property for. $1 0,000,000; 2) as part of the transaction, the developer retains $500,000
as the fee for assembling the property and one half (500/0) of the development rights
associated with the property; and 3) City demolishes the structures on the property and
constructs a 261-space surface parking lot, vacating Fifth Street between Harnden and
Coronado and incorporating the vacated street with the purchased property. The
revenue collected from these spaces could be used to cover debt service. maintenance,
and construction costs.
Analysis
AdvantaQes (Citv Purchase S 10.000,000)
. Site supports 261 surface parking spaces that can generate roughly $652,500 in
yearly revenue (261 x $2500 per space) ,
. City acquires approximateiy 92,400 square feet for potential future parking garage
development
. Clears site of small, motel and retail establishments
. Adds to overall inventory of parking spaces on the beach if Beach Walk is not
constructed in the short term . .
. Can serve as replacement parking spaces for the construction of Beach Walk
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Bill Kimpton, said the Marriott Seashell proposal started as a counter to the Pier
60 Plus parking facility. In 2001 the City and Mr: Kimpton's group executed a
development agreement for a resort. He is o~taining funding from a local financial
institution to pay for and consolidate the site. He said this proposal keeps opportunities
for a resort alive and provides an interim parking solution at no up-front costs to the City,
except for parking meters. He said if the appraisal on the site exceeds $6 million and his
client cannot produce the product by March of 2006. the City would have a consolidated
develupment site on the Gulf c:tt no more than $6 million.
Condolences were extended to Mr. Kimpton regarding the loss of his mother.
. DisadvantaQes
. Requires the City to commit to a bond issue of over $11 million for surface parking
. Requires the City to demolish existing structures and construct surface lot (estimated
cost of $679,400) .
. Revenue from 261 surface parking spaces ($652.500) will not be sufficient to cover
debt service for the bond issue ($775.000) and maintenance of the suriace lot
($139.113) based on a 50/0 interest rate over 30 years
. Site is not centrally located or contiguous to current resort redevelopment options
. Developer retains 500/0 of development rights of the property
. Demand for parking at the site is questionable if Beach Walk is not constructed
. If the City constructs more than 300 spaces at this site, it will require an amendment
to the Seashell Development Agreement because this site is within a X mile radius
of the Seashell parking facility
Ed Armstrong. representative for Dr. Howell. said his client is requesting that staff
continue a dialog with Dr. Howell. He said his client needs more time for refine his
proposal.
Mr. Anastopoulos said he would like to continue to work with staff.
One person spoke in support of the proposal. Two people spoke in favor of the
proposed Pelican Walk parking garage, but against the Marriott Seashell parking
garage. One person requested the City keep in mind the City needs a parking structure.
not surface parking.
Discussion ensued with agreement that additional parking and the ability to
replace parking removed by Beach Walk are needed. Concerns were expressed that
too many questions remain regarding the South Beach options. Some expressed
reluctance to commit Penny for Pinellas funds. Concern was also expressed regarding
the appraisal of the Marriott Seashell site including land and unit pool allocations
provided by the City through the development agreement: .
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In response to a question. Mr. Stone said the ability of parking revenue to cover
the 'debt cost of the Marriott Seashell parking garage would depend on the amount of
debt. The net revenue per space plus the cost to purchase the property is nearly equal
to the anticipated revenue.
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Commissi~ner Gray moved to amend the agenda item to include a third
condition, which is to proceed in the,same manner with Dr.' Howell's proposal. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Commissioner Gray moved to direct staff to 1) proceed with the Pelican Walk
garage site, including negotiating with the owner of the site to purchase the property,
subject to an updated demand analysis, 2) proceed with negotiations for the IIlnterim
Use": for the Marriott Seashell resort site as a temporary surface parking lot for 150-160
spaces subject to modification of the Development Agreement with Clearwater Seashell '
Resort. LLC, and 3) proceed to negotiate with Dr. Howell regarding his proposal.' The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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, Finance Director Margie Simmons said Penny for Pinellas funds could be used
for infrastructure; however, it cannot be used to buy property and re-sell it to a '
developer. Ms. Simmons reviewed several funding options and did not recommend
moving forward without one.
It was suggested the City continue to negotiate with developers regarding south
beach proposals. ' Mr. Stone said appraisals and a demand study would be required for
'both south beach proposals.
Mr. Horne requested clear guidance from the Commission. It was felt that
Pelican Walk is a priority as that proposal is further along in the process. Further
negotiations with the Marriott Seashell and Dr. Howell are needed. Concern was
expressed that funding guarantees should not be made with Penny for Pinellas dollars,
It was remarked that appraisals should not include the value of City vacated rights-of-
way or the pool allocation.
, Richard Gehring, Marriott Seashell Resort, said the development rights they were
granted were the result of many limitations, approvals, etc. that were agreed upon. He
said they would continue to work with the City. '
ITEM #36 - Other Pendino Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
Resolutions
First Readings
ITEM #37 - Other City Attornev Items - None.
ITEM #38 H City Manaqer Verbal Reports - None.
ITEM #39 - Commission Discussion Items
a. December 2002 a'nd January 2003 Meeting Schedule
Consensus was t6 finalize the schedule at the next meeting.
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Mavor ALmQst was pleased to be part of the June 27 Tall Ships festivities with
Mayors Baker and Greco. He said the July 3 and 4 Clearwater Celebrates America in
Coachman Park was an outstanding schedule of entertainment and fireworks. He
thanked Kevin Dunbar, Terry Schmidt and the Parks and Recreation employees and
volunteers, Police & Fire, and Ameri-Corp. volunteers for safety, and Public, Works and
Solid Waste for their clean up duties. July 26 is Phillies Appreciation Night at Jack
Russell Stadium for City employees. He said July 31 is the Greenwood Apartments
ribbon cutting. He and his wife spent the last few days in Gainesville for their son's
college orientation. He is looking forward to more budget discussions. He extended his
condolences to Barbara Sheen Todd on the passing of her husband Tom Todd, Pinellas
County School Board Member. A Celebration of Life memorial will be held for Rex Clark
on August 3 at 1 :00 p.m. at the East Library. He received a letter from Joanne
Cavanaugh of the Ultimar thanking staft'for their efforts with parking.
Bill Horne reminded citizens to apply for the Clearwater 101' Citizens Academy,
an 8-week course to learn all about t~e City. Classes begin in mid September and will
be held on Tuesday nights at 6:30 p.m. Applications are due by July 26.
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ITEM #40 - Other Commission Action
Commissioner Hibbard said he heard the July 4 celebration in Coachman Park
was wonderful. He congratulated the Police Department for winning the Law
Enforcement Challenge for traffic control. He thanked Commissioner Gray for
forwarding correspondence from exchange students and teachers in Nagano, Japan,
Commissioner Grav said the exchange students in Nagano, Japan are having a
great time. She is proud of the rehabilitation that is being done of the North Greenwood
Apartments. '
Commissioner Jonson expressed concern and appreciation for speedy recovery
of firefighters injured at Dolphin Cove, and sympathy for families that lost loved ones.
He said firefighters are true heroes. He saluted Isay Gulley and the Bank of America for
their efforts on the North Greenwood Apartments. He said the City Manager agreed to
try to find some dollars to strengthen the building at Ross Norton. He said things seem
to be going well with' construction in the City.
Commissioner Hamilton urged everyone to observe the speed limit signs in the
area of the causeway construction detour. He said Happy Birthday to his father who is
70 today.
ITEM #41 .; Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:08 p.m.'
May ICommission
City of Clearwater
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