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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
January 23.2003
Present: Whitney Gray
Hoyt P. Hamilton
William C. Jonson
Frank Hibbard
Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Absent: Brian J. Aungst
Also present: William B. Horne II
Garry Brumback
Ralph Stone
Pamela K. Akin
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Patricia O. Sullivan
Mayor/Commissioner
City Manager '
Assistant City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Board Reporter
The Vice-Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. Commissioner
Jonson offered the invocation. The Vice-Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
. To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order. .
ITEM #3 - Service Awards - None.
ITEM #4 - Introductions, Awards, and Presentations
a) Proclamation: Clearwater Gas System 80l~ Year Anniversary
b) Neighborhood Awards of the Quarter
Neighborhood awards were presented to the Neighborhood of the Quarter, Skycrest.
and to owners of Homes of the Quarter: 1) Joe Argentine of 1541 Grove Street; 2) Ben Bryant of
1021 North Madison; 3) Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson of 1741 Parkwood Street; and 4) Frances
Powell of 1261 Palmetto Street. . '
c) Public Communications for First Place FGCA (Florida Government Communicators Award)
for CIP newsletter
The Vice-Mayor presented to Public Communications Director Jackii Molsick the award .
from the FGCA.
Vice-Mayor Gray congratulated City Clerk Cyndie Goudeau on her acceptance into the
first level of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks' Master Municipal Clerk Academy.
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ITEM ~5 . Approval of Minutes
In reference to.page 18, it was noted the Mayor's appointment of Timothy Johnson, Jr. to
the Charter Review Committee had been omitted. . .
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January
9.20031 as amended. Tho motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #6 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aoenda
Virqina Albert said she often is disturbed at home by music and noise from Shephard's
Beach Resort from 3:00 to 11 :00 p.m~, and requested this problem be addressed. The City
Attorney said changes to the noise ordinance are being proposed.
John Doran said last Saturday he had attended the grand opening of the North
Greenwood library, which is a beautiful facility. He said the nearby traffic circle works well.
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Sandy Britton, representing the Clearwater Beach Association, ~erry Murphv, Anne
Garris, Georgia Bovce, and Mvra Bassev spoke in appreciatioD of the Commission's direction
for staff to clarify that minimum rentals in single family zones are 30 days.
. PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #7 - Public HearinQ - Declare as surplus for the purpose for offerinq for sale in
compliance withCitv purchasinq reaulations a portion of Block H. Avondale Sub. and a portion
of Block D. Norwood 1 st Addition, commonlv known as "Fulton Apartments" for the minimum
bid. amount of 8925,000, subject to special conditions of the Fulton Apartments DeclaratIon of
Surplus Criteria. (PW) .
The City assembled the land ~upporting the Fulton Apartments over a number of years.
The Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund conveyed title in Lots 4 through 7, Block
H, Avondale Subdivision to the City for S40.00 in 1946 for non-payment of taxes. In 1966. Lots
1 through 4, Block D, Norwood 1 st Addition were acquired from 3 different owners for 524,000.
The City built affordable rental housing on the assembled parcels in 1970. The apartments
'.'Jere operated and managed by the Clearwater Housing Authority until 2000,. along with its own
affordable 4-unit apartment building on Lot 3, Block H~ Avondale SU,b. The City acquired the
Housing Authority units early in 2002 for 5100,000.
There are a total of 19 units in the complex: 3-one bedroom apartments, 12-two
bedroom units and 4-three bedroom units. The rehabilitation includes such things as: new
kitchen cabinetry, new central air conditioning.and heating systems, new appliances. roofing,
utility services, decorative fencing and accessory features. The work is scheduled to be
completed by March 2003. The cost of the rehabilitation will be approximately S~OO,OOO and
was funded by HOME Investment Partnership and SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership)
funds. .
The proposed sale price of $925,000 has been estabUshed by appraisal performed by
Richard Tobias, MAl, of Valuation Services 1 Inc. in December 2002. Sale of the property will
allow the City to recapture a majority of the invested funds to use for other affordable housing
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activities. A portion of the invested funds may remain in the property as a soft second
mortgage, if necessary.,
Assistant Housing Director Howie Carroll said the project was delayed due to necessary
upgrades to the undersized electrical system, pressure testing lines, and installing fire-rated
doors. In response to a question, he said several non-profit agencies have the necessary
experience and qualifications to manage the housing compleX. Federal grants will cover interim
management expenses, estimated to be approximately $5,000 for three months.
Commissioner Jonson moved to declare as surplus for the purpose for offering for sale
in compliance with City purchasin~regulations a portion of Block H, AVONDALE SUB. and a
portion of Block Dl NORWOOD 1 ADDITION, commonly known as "Fulton Apartments" for the
minimum bid amount of $925,000, subject to special conditions of the Fulton Apartments
Declaration of Surplus Criteria attached hereto as EXHIBIT uA", and that the appropriate officials
be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #8 - Public Hearinq - Declare as surplus Pinellas County Parcel 16..29-15.00000.120-
0600 and offer for sale in compliance with City purchasing regulations for a minimum bid
amount of $187,000, subject to the successful bidder committing to initiating construction of a
redevelopment project within a FAR of not less than 3.0 and of not less than 216,000 square-
feet, ,more or less, within five years of purchase, and subject to existing lease with Arnold-Brown
Properties. (PW) ,
The subject property is an approximately 54.30 X 344 strip of land containing 18,709
square feet, more or less, fronting the south side of Drew Street between Osceola Avenue and
North Ft. Harrison. ,The property was assembled from three owners in late 1963 and early 1964
for the total cost of $123,800. The purchases anticipated a future need for additional Drew
Street right-of-way.
The westerly 150 feet of the parcel was leased to Arnold-Brown Properties between
1985 and 2002, while the easterly portion was operated until recently as a metered suriace
parking lot. On August 20, 2002, the City entered into a new 5-year lease with Arnold-Brown
Properties that includes the entire parcel. The City may terminate the lease with 50-day notice if
the Commission determines the property is required for other municipal purposes.
As a condition of sale, the City would require the successful bidder to join this parcel with
other properties and commit to initiating a project with a FAR of not less than 3.0 and of no less
than 216,000 square feet, more or less, within five years of purchase. A development of this
magnitude would create a catalyst for significant additional redevelopment of this area.
The subject property has been underutilized as surface parking for many years. The
new library may increase parking demand, but the use of the subject property as a component
of a larger redevelopment project outweighs its value as con~inued surface parking. A longer
term parking solution other than the subject property will be required to meet parking .
requirements for Coachman Park, the new Library, SteinMart and Harborview.
Jerry Fiala, MAlt of Appraisal Associates of Tampa BaYt Inc.t performed a llhighest and
best use" va'luation of the property on November ,18,2002. His conclusion of value was
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$187,000 in consideration that the parcel was most suitable for development of a small retail
facility or for consolidation with adjacent parcels.
In response to a question, representative Tim Johnson reviewed the property's
background and requirement to develop the property within 5 years and displayed a sketch of
the proposed mixed-use development of retail and condominiums. He said the two parking lots
are used primarily for private parking for the Arnold's properties. He said the project will not
remove parking from the public domain.,
In response to a question, the City Attorney said the same conditions would apply should
a party other than Arnold-Brown purchase the property. Assistant City Manager Ralph Stone
said parking spaces on the subject property are underutilized, due to its inferior location. While
the City plans to address removing and replacing parking at the bottom of the bluff, this property
could not serve that purpose. He said the proposed development would help spur downtown
redevelopment during this flat economic market. It was stated the subject sliver of land only
could be used for library staff parking. Support was expressed for consolidating the properties
and encouraging downtown development. '
Commissioner Hamilton moved to declare as surplus Pinellas County ParceI16-29~15-
00000-120-0600 and offer for sale in compliance with City purchasing regulations for a minimum
bid amount of $187,000. subject to the successful bidder committing to initiating construction of
a redevelopment project with a FAR of not less than 3.0 and of not less than 216,000 square
feet. more or less, within five years of purchase, and subject to existing lease with Arnold-Brown
Properties. and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The rnotion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #9 - Public HearinQ & First Readina Ord 7091-03 - Approve the applicant's request to
vacate the 5-foot drainage and utility easement lying along the West property line of Lot E,
Rolling Heights Subdivision (A.K.A. 2316 Drew Street), less the north 20 feet thereof. (V2003-01
Drew Park LLC) (PW)
The 'applicant is seeking approval of the vacation request to redevelop Lots "e" through
-K" of Rolling Heights Subdivision into a 38.440 square foot general office'projec~. The
applicant has submitted an application seeking annexation of the unincorporated Lots lie" and
"D" and will combine these with Lots "E" through ~'KtI to create a 3.97-acre development.
The Planning Department has no objections to the vacation request but advises the
applicant to confirm that the presEmt zoning and land use of unincorporated Lots "C" and "0" are
consistent for office use; otherwise zoning and land use amendments may be, required. Florida
Power, Time Warner Cable. Verizon and Verizon Media Ventures have no objections to the
vacation request. No City of Clearwater utilities are present In the subject easement portion and
no future need for the easement portion Is anticipated. Public Works Administration has no
objections to the vacation request.
In response to 'a concern, Director of Engineering Mike Quillen said, no ditch will be
constructed. The project will not impact uphill properties. Stormwater will continue to drain, via
an existing swale. into a retention pond east of the subject property. '
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Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve the applicant's request to vacate the 5.foot
drainage and utility easement lying along the West property line of lot liE''. Rolling Heights
Subdivision (A.K.A. 2316 Drew Street), less the north 20 feet thereof, and that the appropriate
officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7091-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissjoner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7091-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
ItAyeslt: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #10 . Public Hearina & First Readino - Ord 7093-03. Ord 7094-03. and Ord 7095-03 -
Approve the petition for Annexation, land Use Plan Amendment from Residential Urban (RU) to
Residential/Qffice Limited (RJOL), and Zoning Atlas Amendment from County Zoning A-E,
Agricultural Estate Residential District to City 0, Office District of properties located at 107
Hampton Road (consisting of Metes and Bounds 13/04 and a portion of 13/044 in Section 17,
Township 29 South, Range 16 East) (Limited Properties, Inc. & Hampton Road '
Development Corp. ANX2002-12023 and LUZ2002-12013) (PLD)
The subject site involves two vacant parcels of land approximately 0.55-acres in area
generally located 280 feet north of Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard and 100 feet east of Hampton Road.
These properties were part of the 4.22-acre development site annexed pursuant to ANX 02-02-
,02 and designated Residential/Office Limited on the Future land Use Plan Map and rezoned to
the 0, Office District, pursuant to lUZ 02-02-02 on June 6, 2002. Recently, it was'determined
, the ordinances approved by the Commission for the 4.22-acre site did not contain the correct
legal description for this portion of the property. An accurate legal description has been
submitted for review and approval. The applicant intends to construct a new office development
housing the Hooter's corporate headquarters on a portion of the 4.22-acre site.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed annexation is consistent with
the following standards specified in the Community Development Code: 1) The proposed
annexation will not have an adverse impact on public facilities and their level of service; 2) The
proposed annexation is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, the Countywide Plan
and the Community Development Code; and 3) The proposed annexation is contiguous to
existing municipal boundaries, represents a logical extension of the boundaries and does not
create ari enclave.
The Pinellas Planning Council (PPC) and Pinellas County have reviewed the annexation
of the subject properties pursuant to the Pinellas County charter amendment approved by
referendum on November 7,2000 and no objections were raised.
The applicant is requesting to amend the Future Land Use Plan Map designation of
these parcels from Residential Urban (RU) to Residential/Office Limited (R/Ol). Additionally, a
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zoning atlas amendment is requested to rezone the parcels in the County from A-E, Agricultural
Estate Residential to the City's 0, Office District.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed land use plan amendment and
'rezoning applications are consistent with the following standards specified In the Community
Development Code: 1) The proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning application are
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; 2) The potential range of uses and the specific
proposed use are compatible with the surrounding area; 3) Sufficient public facilities are
available to serve the property; and 4) The applications will not have an adverse impact on the
natural environment.
In accordance with the Countywide Plan Rules, the land use plan amendment is subject
to the approval of the Pinellas Planning Council and the Board of County Commissioners acting
as the Countywide Planning Authority. Due to the size and/intensity of the plan amendment
site, review and approval by Florida Department of Community Affairs is not required.
On January 21,2003, the Community Development Board unanimously recommended
approval of this item. .
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the Annexation, land Use Plan Amendment
from Residential Urban (RU) to Residential/Office Limited (RlOl), and Zoning Atlas Amendment
from County Zoning A-E, Agricultural Estate Residential District to City 0, Office District, of
properties located at 107 Hampton Road (consisting of Metes and Bounds 13/04 and a portion
of 13/044 in Section 17, Township 29 South, Range 16 East). The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7093-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7093-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconde~ and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson. and Hibbard.
"Nays'l: None.
Absent: Aungst.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7094-03 for first reading and read it by title.
ooly. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7094-03 on first reading. The motion
,\ras duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: .
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
, The City Attorney presented Ordinance ;#7095-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7095-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: '
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"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #11 - Public Hearinq & First Readina - Ord 7070-03, Ord 7071-03, and Ord 7072-03 -
Approve the petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Urban
(RU) to City Residential Urban (RU) and Zoning Atlas Amendment from Agricultural Estate
Residential (County A-E) to City Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District for 2400
Varsity Drive (consisting of Metes and Bounds 42/02 in Section 7, Township 29 South, Range
16 East) (George Hunt ANX2002-1 0016) (PLD)
This site is located at 2400 Varsity Drive, which is on the north side of Varsity Drive
. approximately 2,000 feet north of Drew Street and 1,000 feet west of Old Coachman Road. The
subject property is approximately 7.15 acres in area and is currently occupied by a tree nursery.
The purpose of the annexation is to enable the applicant to receive City sewer and water
service so the property can be redeveloped with a single-family residential subdivision. A
Future Land Use Plan designation of Residential Urban (RU) is proposed along with a zoning
category of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
The Planning Department determined that the proposed annexation is consistent with
the following standards specified in the Community Development Code: 1) The proposed
annexation will not have an adverse impact on public facilities and their level of service; 2) The
proposed annexation is co'nsistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, th~ Countywide Plan
and the Community Development Code; and 3) The proposed annexation is contiguous to
existing municipal boundaries, represents a logical extension of the boundaries and does not
create an enclave. This annexation has been reviewed by the Pinellas Planning Council (PPC)
and Pinellas County staff according to the provisions of Pinellas County Ordinance No. 00-63,
Section 7(1-3), and n6 objections have been raised.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed land use plan amendment and
rezoning applications are consistent with the following standards specified in the Community
Development Code: 1) The proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning application are
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; 2) The potential range of uses and the specific
proposed use are compatible with the surrounding area; 3) Sufficient public facilities are
available to serve the property; and 4) The applications will not have an adverse impact on the
natural environment. '
On December 17) 2002, the Community Development Board unanimously
recommended approval of this item. '
In response to a concern regarding possible'flooding proble'ms, Long Range Planning
Manager Gina Clayton reported the site's elevation ranges from 25 to 30 feet. Depending on
where homes are located, living areas may have to be located two to three feet above grade.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve the Petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan
. Amendment from County Residential Urban (RU) to City Residential Urban (RU) and Zoning
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Atlas Amendment from County A-E, Agricultural Estate Residential District, to City LMDR, Low
Medium Density Residential District for 2400 Varsity Drive (consisting of Metes and Bounds
42/02 in Section 7, Township 29 Sout", Range 16 East and that the appropriate officials be
authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7070-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7070-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: '
"Ayesl1: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays"; None.
Absent: Aungst.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7071-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7071-03 on first reading. The m9tion
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayesu: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
It Naystl: None.
, Absent: Aungst.
. The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7072-03 for first reading and read it by titls'
only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7072-03 on first reading. The motion'
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
'tAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
ItNays": None.
Absent: Aungst. .
ITEM #12 - Public Hearino & First Readino - 'Ord 7064-03. Ord 7065-03, and Ord 7066-03 -
Approve the petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Low,
(RL) to City Residential Low (RL) and Zoning Atlas Amendment from County R-3, Residential
Single-Family District, to City LMDR, Low Medium Density Residential District, for 1740 Ragland
Avenue (Lot 55), Clearwater Manor Subdivision) (Charlotte Sisk ANX2002-1 0017) (PLD)
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This site is located at 1740 Ragland Avenue, which is o'n th~ west side of Ragland
Avenue approximately 11900 feet south of Sunset Point Road and 450 feet east of Belcher
Road~ The subject property is approximately 0.15 acres in area and is currently occupied by a
single-family dwelling. The purpose of the annexation is to enable the applicant to receive City'
sewer service. The abutting right-ot-way is .also proposed to be annexed. A Future Land Use
Plan designation of Residential low (RL) is proposed along with a zoning category of LMDR,
Low Medium Density Residential., . . '.
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. The Planning Department determined that the proposed annexation is consistent with
the following standards specified in the Community Development Code: 1) The proposed
annexation will not have an adverse impact on public facilities and their level of service; 2} The
proposed annexation is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plant the Countywide Plan
and the Community Development Code; and 3) The proposed annexation is contiguous to
existing municipal boundaries, represents a logical extension of the boundaries and does not
create an enclave.
This annexation has been reviewed by the Pinellas Planning Council (PPC) and Pinellas
County staff according to the provisions of Pinellas County Ordinance No. 00-63t Section 7(1-3),
. and no objections have been raised.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed land use plan amendment and
rezoning applications are consistent with the following standards specified in the Community
Development Code: 1) The proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning application are
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; 2) The potential range of uses and the specific
proposed use are compatible with the surrounding area; 3) Sufficient public facilities are
available to serve the property; and 4) The applications will not have an adverse impact on the
natural environment. . .
On January 21, 2003, the Community Development Board unanimously recommended
approval of this item.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve the Petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan .
Amendment from County Residential Low (RL) to City Residential Low (RL) and Zoning Atlas
Amendment from County R-3, RE?sidential Single-Family District, to City LMDR, Low Mediur:n
Density Residential District, for 1740 Ragland Avenue (Lot 55. Clearwater Manor Subdivision)
and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7064~03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7064-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton. Jonson, and Hibbard.
II Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7065-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7065-03 on first reading. The motion.
.was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
MAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard;
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
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UAyes"; Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
. The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7066-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7066-03 on first reading. The ~otion
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
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"Naystt: None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #13 - Public Hearinq & First Readinq - Ord 7067-03. Ord 7068-03. and Ord 7069-03 -
Approve the petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Low
(RL) to City Residential Low (RL) and Zoning Atlas Amendment from County R-3, Residential
Single-Family District, to City LMDR, Low Medium Density Residential District, for 1925 Ashland
Drive (Lot 51, Citrus Heights Manor First Addition) (Janet Ergang ANX2002..1 0018) (PLD)
, This site is located at 1925 Ashland Drive, which is on the south side of Ashland Drive
approximately 900 feet west of Hercules Avenue and 550 feet north of Union Street. The
subject property is approximately 0.19 acres in area and is currently occupied by a single-family
dwelling. The purpose of the annexation is to enable the applicant to receive City sewer
service. A Future Land Use Plan designation of Residential Low (RL) is propos~d along with a
zoning category of LMDR, Low Medium Density Residential.
The Plannir:19 Department determined that the proposed annexation is consistent with
the following standards specified in the Community Development Code: 1) The proposed
annexation will not have an adverse impact on public facilities and their level of service; 2) The'
proposed annexation is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, the Countywide Plan
and the Community Development Code; 3) The proposed annexation is' contiguous to existing. ,
municipal boundaries, represents a logical extension of the boundaries and does not create an
enclave; and 4) This annexation has been reviewed by the Pinellas Planning Council (PPC) and
Pinellas County staff according to the provisions of Pinellas County Ordinance No. 00-63.
Section 7(1-3), and no objections have been raised.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed land use plan amendment and
rezoning applications are consistent with the following standards specified in the Community
Development Code: 1) The proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning application are
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; 2} The potential range of uses and the specific
proposed use are compatible with the surrounding area; 3} Sufficient public facilities are
. available to serve the property; and 4) The applications will not have an adverse impact on the
natural environment.
On December 17, 2002, the Community Development Board unanimously
recommended approval of this item.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve the Petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan
Amendment from County Residential Low (RL) to City Residential Low (RL) and Zoning Atlas
Amendment from County R-3, Residenti'al Single-Family District, to City LMDR, Low Medium
Density Residential District. for 1925 Ashland Drive (Lot 51, Citrus Heights Manor First Addition)
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and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly
se,?onded and carried unanimously.
, The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7067-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7067-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
flAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": .None.
Absent: Aungst.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7068-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7068-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: . .
tlAyesl1: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
. The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7069.-03 for first reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7069-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon rolf call, the vote was;,
"Ayesu: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
II Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
'ITEM #14 - Ord 7045-03 Annexation 'for 1607 Stevenson'ls Drive (Lot 6, Block C, Stevenson's
Heights in the northwest quarter of Section 10, Township 29 $outh, Range 15 East); Owner:
Jacqueline l. Walters. ANX2002-09013 ,
The City Attorney presented Ordinance, #7045-03 for second reading and read it by titl,6
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7045-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard~
nNaysll: None.
Absent: Aungst.
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ITEM #15 - Ord 7046-03 land Use Plan Amendment as Residential Low for 1607 Stevenson's
Drive (Lot 6, Block C, Stevenson's Meights in the northwest quarter of Section 10, Township 29
South, Range 15 East); Owner: Jacqueline L. Walters. ANX2002-09013
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7046-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to'pass and adopt Ordinance #7046-03 on second and final.
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the 'vote was:
"Ayes": GraYt Hamiltont Jonson. and Hibbard.
.'Nays": None.,
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #16 - Ord 7047-03 Zonina Atlas Amendment as Low Medium Densitv Residential (LMDR)
for 1607 Stevenson's Drive (lot 6t Block Ct Stevenson's Heights in the Northwest quarter of
Section 10, Township 29 South. Range ,15 East); Owner: Jacqueline l. Walters. ANX2002-
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The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7047-03 for second reading 'and read it by title,
only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7047-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the ~ote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton. Jonson, and Hibbard.
IINaysl': None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #17 - Ord 7048-03 Annexation for 1370 State Street (consisting of the southwest corner of
Lot 10. E.A. Marshall's Subdivision in the East 1/2 of Section 3. Township 29 South, Range 15
. East); Owners: Ido and Daphna Fischler ANX2002-09014
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7048-03 for second reading and rea,d it by title
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7048-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll callt the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton. Jonson, and Hibbard.,
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
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. ITEM #18 - Ord 7049-03 Land Use Plan Amendment as Residential Low Medium for 1370 State.
Street (consisting of the southwest corner of Lot 1 a, E.A. Marshall1s Subdivision in the East 1/2
of Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); Owners: Ido a'nd Daphna Fischler ANX2002-
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The City Attorney prese~ted Ordinance #7049-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7049-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
IIAyesll: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
. Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #19 - Ord 7050-03 Zoning Atlas Amendment as'Medium Density Residential (MDR) for
1370 State Street (consisting of the southwest corner of Lot 1 a, E.A. MarshaWs Subdivision in
the East 1/2 of Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); Owners: Ido and Daphn'a .
Fischler ANX2002-09014
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7050-03 for second reading and read it by title
.only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7050-03 on second and
final reading. . The motion was duly seconded and upon roll caU, the vote was: '
IIAyesll: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent Aungst.
ITEM #20 - Ord 7051-03 Land Use Plan Amendment from Industrial Limited to Institutional for
Qropertv located at 1285 South Ft. Harrison Avenue and 609 Pinellas Street on the east side of
South Fort Harrison Avenue and the south side of Pinellas Street, approximately 620 feet north
of Lakeview Road, consisting of portions of Poms Park, Petzold Gulf View, and A.C. Turner's
Addition 'to Milton Park Sub, and Section 21, Township 29 South, Range 15 East, M&Bs 11.03
and 11.04; Owner: Morton Plant Hospital Association, Inc. LUZ2002-09008
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7051-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7051-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: '
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
ItNays"; ,None.
Absent: Aungst.
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ITEM #21 - Ord 7052-03 Rezonina Amendment from 'Industrial Research & Technologv to
Institutional for prooertv located at 1285 South Ft. Harrison Avenue and 609 Pinellas Street on
the east side of South Fort Harrison Avenue and the south side of Pinellas Street, approximately
620 feet north 'of Lakeview Road. consisting of portions of Poms Park, Petzold Gulf View, and
A.C. Turner's Addition to Milton Park Sub, and Section 21, Township 29 South, Range 15 East,
M&Bs 11.03 and 11.04; Owner: Morton Plant Hospital Association, Inc. LUZ2002-09008
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7052-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7052-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
-Ayesll: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
-Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #22 - Ord 7053-03 Annexation for prooerties at 10 East Meadowlark Lane: 3001-3062
Chesapeake Street: 3025 Cleveland Street: 3039 Cleveland Street: 3032 Eastwood Street &
3036 Eastwood Street (Section 16. Township 29 South. Ranoe 16 East. M&Ss 22.06. 22.05 and
22.09); Owner: First Baptist Church of Cleanvater, Inc. ANX2002-09015 and LUZ2002-09009
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7053-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7053-03 dn second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes'.: Gray,' Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
lINays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #23 - Ord 7054-03 Land Use Plan Amendment from Residential Urban and Residential
Low Medium to Institutional and Initial Desionation of annexed property as Institutional for
properties at 10 East Meadowlark Lane: 3001-3062 Chesapeake Street: 3025 Cleveland Street:
3039 Cleveland Street: 3032 Eastwood Street & 3036 Eastwood'Street (Section 16. Township
29 South. Ranoa 16 East, M&Bs 22.06. 22.05 and 22.09); Owner: First Baptist Church of
Clearwater, Inc. ANX2002-09015 and LUZ2002-09009
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7054-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7054-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote ~as:
"Ayesll: Gray. Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Naysl1: None.,
Absent: Aungst.
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ITEM #24 - Ord 7055-03 Rezoning Amendment from Mobile Home Park (MHP) and Low
Medium Density (lMDR) to Institutional (I) and initial zoning of annexed property as Institutional
for properties at 10 East Meadowlark Lane: 3001-3062 Chesapeake Street: 3025 Cleveland
Street: 3039 Cleveland Street 3032 Eastwood Street & 3036 Eastwood Street (Section 16.
Township 29 South. Ranoe 16 East. M&Ss 22.06. 22.05 and 22.09); Owner; First Baptist
Church of Clearwater, Inc. ANX2002-09015 and LUZ2002-09009
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7055-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7055-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes14: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays"; None.
Absent: Aungst.
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ITEM #25 - Ord 7061-03 to approve applicant's request to vacate the 1 O-foot drainaae and utility
easement located in the north 18 feet of Lot 83, Countrvside Tract 58. (AKA 3336 Windchime
Drive West), less the west 10 feet thereof, together with the 10-foot drainage and utility
. easement portion located in a vacated portion of Cloudview Drive. (V2002~14 Agelatos)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7061-03 for second reading and read it by title
.only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7061-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
~IAyesll: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays"; None.
Absent: Aungst.
. ITEM #26 ~ Ord 7062~03 ~ Amending Appendix A. Chapter XXV. Section 3 (F) Code of
Ordinances for fees for Commercial Properties with more than one Water Account, which
irrigate using one or more Reclaimed Water Accounts.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7062-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7062-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll calt, the vote was:
IIAyesll; Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
.IINaysll: None. .
Absent: Aungst. .
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ITEM #27 . Ord 7075.03 . amendino Chapter 22. See 22.59 of the Code of Ordinances addino
the fenced-in area of the Clearwater Communitv Sailina Center in which alcoholic beverages'
may be possessed, 'sold and consumed
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7075-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7075.03 on second and final
. reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon rofl caU, the vote was:
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"Naysn: None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #28 - Ord 7090w03 - amendina Sec. 32.189 Code of Ordinances regulating the discharge
of grease into the wastewater system by certain food service facilities
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7090-03 for second reading and read it by title
only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7090.03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the v~te was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, 'Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #29-40). 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 #29 - Approval of Purchases (& Declaration of Surplus) per Purchasina Memorandum:
1) Purchase of two (2) HP5470 Server for $105,563.26 from Dimension Data, Clearwater,
Florida. (IT) .
2) Work Order for engineering, construction, and inspection services for off site drainage
Improvements for Town Pond for $50t 764 from Post, Buckley Schuh & Jernigan, 'nc.. Tampat. d
Florida. (PW) :
ITEM #30 - Authorize the' City of Clea'rwater to enter into an Aareement with the Housina
. Finance Authoritv of Pinellas County, whereby the City will provide up to a maximum of
$100,000 in State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds for lowwlncome households going
through the "Housing Finance Authority at Pinellas County w SHIP Assisted Loan Program".
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ITEM #31 - Request for authority to settle the workers' compensation claim of Claimant,
Ronnie White, in its entirety to include medical. indemnity and attorney fees for the sum of
$30,000. Additionally the ,City of Clearwater will waive entitlement to any lien it may have as a
result of any third party claim the Claimant may have resulting from this accident. (FN)
ITEM #32 - Approve a line of credit. with the Clearwater Community Sailing Association from
the General Fund for up to $50,000 with interest at approximately the cash pool earnings rate
(to be determined by the Finance Director) to be used only to pay salaries, such loan to be
repaid to the City by the end of the initial three year term which expires September 30, 2005.
(MR). .
ITEM #33 - Approve a Supplement to Community Sports Comolex Amendatorv Agreement
between the City of Clearwater and the Philadelphia PhfUies. correcting City's capital .
contribution and definition of uCommunity Sports Complex". (PR)
ITEM #34 - Award a contract for the Northwood Estates Drainage Improvements (02-0026-
EN) to Harvey-Taddeo. Inc. of Oldsmar. Florida for the sum of $68.530 which is the lowest
responsible bid received in accordance with the plar:1s and specifications. (PW)
ITEM #35 - Approve the Interlocal Aareement between Pinellas County Environmental
ManaQement and the City of Clearwater for the development, implementation. and operation of
a County wide Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program for six years at an estimated total
cost of $145,500. (PW) .
ITEM #36 - Disband Clearwater Beach Entrvwav Committee (ORLS)
ITEM #37 - Approve construction authorization for the new Main library to Turner
Construction Company, 500 N. Westshore Blvd.. Tampa. FL in an amount not to exceed
$2.4 13.621. (LIB)
ITEM #38 - Approve the final amended budaet for the Community Sports Complex
Development and Construction capital proiect in the amount of $22.512.997. (PR)
ITEM #39 - Approve an expansion to the Police Department's Take Home Car Plan to increase
visibility of patrol officers and vehicles to the citizens of Clearwater in the total amount of
$372,700.00 for cars and equipment. This purchase'will include the awarding of a contract to
Don Reid Ford of Maitland, Florida, in the amount of $247.150.00. for the purchase of ten (10)
2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police Sedans, in accordance with Sec. 2.564 (1 )(d) Florida 'Sheriff's
Association Bid 02-010-0826. (PD) . '
ITEM #40 - Set an Attornev - Client Session re City of Clearwater vs. The Oaks of Clearwater
for 8:30 a.m. on February 3. 2003 .
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.
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OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
ITEM #41 - Approve a Joint Proiect Aareement with the State of Florida's Department of
Transportation to relocate natural Q8S mains during improvement project, FPN: 2571050-1-56-
03tWPI No. 7117138/SPN: 15120-3527/Pinellas County, SR 688 (Ulmerton Road)/from
Oakhurst to 119th Street, at an estimated cost of $321,160.50, and adopt Resolution 03-06.
(eGS)
FOOT (Florida Department of Transportation) has a project to widen/improve SR 688
(Ulmerton Road) from Oakhurst to 119th Street, including roadway. sidewalk, other
improvements, and utilities to include existing Clearwater Gas System facilities, which conflict
with the design.
Under the JpA (Joint Project Agreement), FDOT's general contractor will perform the
relocation of existing natural gas mains. Having FOOT's general contractor install the natural
gas mains allows for work to be done in a timely manner and releases Clearwater Gas System
"from penalty payments.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to appr"ove a Joint Project Agreement with the State of
Florida's Department of Transportation to relocate natural gas mains during improvement
project, FPN: 2571050-1-56-0S/'vVPI No. 7117138/SPN: 15120-3527/Pinellas County, SR 688
(Ulmerton Road) from Oakhurst to 119th Street, at an estimated cost of $321,160.50, and that
the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously. "
The City Attorney presented Resolution #03-06 and read it by title only. Commissioner
Jonson moved to pass and adopt Resolution #03-06 and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
IlAyesll: Gray, Hamilton, Johson, and Hibbard.
"Naysll: None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #42 - Adopt Resolution 03-04 authorizinq FOOT Supplemental Agreement #4. to include
. one hundred percent ( 1000/0) fundinq up to $20.000 dollars for additional security fencinQ at
Clearwater Airpark. (MR)
FOOT has agreed to jncre~se reimbursable funding to include additional security fencing
'in the existing JPA for the design and construction of two ten-plane T-hangars, one corporate
hangar, and completion of the stormwater management plan, the emergency soil mitigation, and
fuel tank replacement at Clearwater Airpark.
FOOT may participate in the security fence construction at 1000/0 up to a maximum of
$20,000 dollars. The total funding provided by FOOT for this JPA remains the same at
"$1,118,800. FOOT is making this $201000 available at 1000/0 instead of the 80/20 split. The
$4,000 (200/0 of $20,000) will remain in the project for future improvements. This increase
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represents 1000/0 participation on the part of FOOT, and nothing additional on the part of the
City.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to authorize FOOT Supplemental Agreement #4, to
include one hundred percent (1000/0) funding up to 520.000 dollars for additional security
fencing at Clearwater Airpark and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #03-04 and read it by title only. Commissioner
Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Resolution #03-04 and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll callt the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson. and Hibbard.
IINays"; None.
Absent Aungst.
ITEM #43 - Adopt Resolution 03-05 authorizinQ the Mavor-Commissioner to execute the
Mutual Aid Aareement which will permit voluntary cooperation and assistance of a routine law
enforcement nature across jurisdictionalline~ and operational assistance by and among these
law enforcement agencies. (PO)
Mutual aid agreements between law enforcement agencies are authorized by Chapter
23, Florida Statutes, for rendering voluntary assistance of a routine law enforcement nature to
one another across jurisdictional lines and providing operational assistance during emergencies.
The City of Clearwater and City' of Largo recognize that an increasing number of criminals is
operating across jurisdictional lines and there is a need for continuing multi-jurisdictional
response to such unlawful activities. The law enforcement agencies want to continue the long
history of cooperation by forming a comprehensive agreement for mutual aid and the ,exercise of
police authority across jurisdictional boundaries.
Aggressive drivers. speeders, and other traffic violators do not respect jurisdictional
boundaries and violators sometimes commit violations with impunity in the presence of a
municipal law enforcement officer from a neighboring jurisdiction. The City of Clearwater .and
City of Largo desire to provide. a multi-jurisdictional response to these areas of traffic
enforcement Both cities also recognize that traffic accident victims sometimes must wait for a
response from the agency in whose jurisdiction the incident occurred. To resolve this situation,
the City of CleaT"Nater and the City of Largo would like to formalize a comprehensive agreement
for mutual aid.
Upon approval of this Mutual Aid Agreement. the City of Clearwater and City of Largo
Police Departments also may request and render assistance, to deal with situations such as civil
disturbances. natural or man-made disasters. concerts, parades, and incidents requiring
utilization of specialized units.
Commissioner Jonson moved to authorize the Mayor-Commissioner to execute the
Mutual Aid Agreement which will permit voluntary cooperation and assistance of a routine law
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law enforcement agencies, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #03-05 and read it by title only. Commissioner
Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Resolution #03-05 and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
ItAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
ITEM #44 - Other Pendino Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #45 - Other City Attornev Items - None.
ITEM #46 - City Manaoer Verbal Reports
The City Manager requested the City Commission verify their direction to staff regarding
the Countywide Traffic Signal System. Public Works Administrator Mahshid Arasteh reviewed
staff discussions with the County related to this issue. '
The Vice-Mayor said a resolution supporting the County's control of all traffic signals in
the County will be on the MPO agenda in February. She reported discussion at the November
18,2002 Work Session. with County Administrator Steve Spratt and County Commissioner,
Karen Seel, had indicated all were in agreement that the County would control main arteriais
and the rest of Clearwater would be phased in.
Ms. Arasteh expressed concern the County wants to control all traffic signals in the City
upon implementation. Concerns for traffic issues rel~ted to neighborhoods were expressed.
The importance of maintaining City standards and responses to repair needs was stated.
It was indicated the City wants to work toward Assembly goals to combine City and
County services but it was felt a Countywide Traffic Signal System cannot be achieved all at
one time. ,It was stated the City's objective is to continue providing residents with the same
quality and levei' of service that they now receive. '
Traffic Operations Manager Paul Bertels said the County's proposed resolution would
create a County run DOT (Department of Transportation) on the County's road system. The
County has proposed to manage all signaled intersections. which would require the City to
obtain County permission to change the timing of any signal in the City.' He expressed concern
the proposal adds another layer of bureaucracy.
Ms. Arasteh said the City needs a formal agreement that resolves and addresses issues
, such as which roads and signal lights would be affected In Phase One, if City or County
personnel would staff the positions, who would ,manage the system. evaluate staHl and pay'
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salaries, timing and maintenance issues, response times, etc. . The City also has special
situations related to special events.
Mr. Bertels said CitY standards have been presented and differ from the County's
proposal. It was stated the City should not give up control of its traffic signals until it is
determined the final product will be beneficial to the City.
The City Manager expressed concern the City not be portrayed as obstructionist$ to the
Countywide Traffic Signal System concept. He requested Commissioners discuss with County
Commissioner Karen Seelthe City's support of a project that progresses in phases. It was
stated the City is willing to cooperate on this project with the County if levels of service do not
fall.
Commission verified its direction that a Countywide Traffic Signal .System should be
implemented in phases with P~ase One addressing arterial roadways that transcend local,
boundaries. Only if City levels of service are maintained on Phase One roads will the County's,
control. of City traffic sig nals be considered 'for expansion to collector roads.
ITEM #47 - Commission Discussion Items.
a) January 27, 2003 Downtown CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) Meeting
The meeting was verified.
ITEM #48 - Other Commission Action
Commissioners Hibbard and Hamilton wished good luck to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
on Sunday at the Super Bowl.
Commissioners Hibbard, Hamilton, and Grav said they had enjoyed attending the grand
opening of the North Greenwood Library on January 18, 2003, and complimented staff effo.rts.
Commissioner Hibbard invited residents to attend tomorrow's concert at Coachman
Park.
Commissioner Hibbard invited residents to attend a fundraising auction at the Clearwater
Marine Aquarium on February 13, 2003, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
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Commissioner Jonson complimented Commissioner Gray for doing a good job running
the meeting and Work Session. ' ,
Commissioner Jonson said the PST A (Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority) is
cO,nsidering asking Treasure Island and 81. Pete Beach to make up lost grant funds for the
Suncoast Trolley) is re~iewi~g trolley services Countywide, and is considering extending the
Suncoast Trolley route north to Park Street. '
Commissioner Jonson reviewed information on a bus rapid transit that runs on rubber.
tires.
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Commissioner Jonson presented photographs of volunteer efforts to clean the historic
downtown Post Office property.
Commissioner Jonson presented photographs of streetscaping efforts in Zephyrhills, that
were financed by CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funds, and reported Zephyrhills
is offering $20,000 faCfade improvement grants.
Commissioners Gray and Jonson reported on February 1, 2003, the 9:30 a.m. Mutual
Aid agreement signing will take place at the Missouri Avenue Bank of America and will be
followed by the grand opening of the dog park at Crest Lake Park at 1 :00 p.m.
Commissioner Jonson announced he will celebrate his first wedding anniversary on
February 2, 2003.
Commissioner Hamilton said tonight will be the coldest in years and reviewed
recommended actions.
Commissioner Gray congratulated John Doran for being named as the Greater
Clearwater Chamber of Commerce's Tourism Person of the Year.
Commissioner Gray invited the public to attend a CRA meeting, which will review
downtown plans, on January 27,2003, at 9:00 a.m.
Commissioner Gray said she had enjoyed the breakfast, march, and speeches on Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 20,2003.
Commissioner Gray reported the Sunstate Opera Society will perform at the Royalty
The'ater on January 25-26, 2003. '.
, Commissioner Gray said the Farmer's Market is celebrating its eighth anniversary with
cake at 10:00 a.m., at Station Square Park downtown on February 5, 2003.
Commissioner Gray reported the next Work Session is on February 3, 2003, at 9:00 a.m.
ITEM #49 - Adiournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
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