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Jonson Frank Hibbard Mayor/Commissioner Vice-Mayor/Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Also present: William B. Horne II Garry Brumback Ralph Stone Pamela K. Akin Cynthia E. Goudeau Patricia O. Sullivan City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Board Reporter The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. Commissioner Hamilton 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. ITEM #3 - Introductions, Awards and Presentations . a) Proclamation: Boys and Girls Clubs Week - April 6 - 12,'2003 ITEM #4 - Approval of Minutes Commissioner Hibbard ,moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 20.2002, as recorded by the City Clerk and submitted to each Commissioner. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. . , ITEM #5 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aqenda - None. PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM #6 - Public Hearing & First Reading Ord. 7119-03 - approve the applicant's reauest to vacate First Avenue West street right-of-wav from the north right-of-wav line of Woodlawn Street to the north property line of Lot 20. Belleair Highlands Subdivision, (aka 638 Woodlawn Street), subject to the retention of a drainage and utility easement over the full width of the right- of-way. ' " The applicant seeks approval of the vacation request to make the existing single-family residence meet zoning setback requirements. The Planning Department has no objections to the vacation request but has advised the applicant that two paved parking spaces will be required in place of an unpaved driveway once the right-of-way becomes private. Presently, an unpaved driveway passes over this right-of-way, provid!ng access to the property. . 1 Commission 2003-04-03 .. . . , I . ... :..' . t,', . . . Progress Energy, Time Warner Cable~ Verizont and Verizon Media Ventures have no objections to the vacation request as long as a drainage and utility easement is retained. The City has storm facilities and a 6-inch water line in the right-of-way portion, subject to this request. Public Works Administration has no objections to the vacation request, subject to a drainage and utility easement being retained over the full width of the right-of-way. Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve the applicant's request to vacate First Avenue West street right-at-way from the north right-of-way line of Woodlawn Street to the north property line of Lot 20, Selleair Highlands Subdivision, (A.K.A. 638 Woodlawn Street), subject to the retention of a drainage and utility easement over the full width of the right-at-way, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7119-03 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7119-03 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: ItAyeslt: Gray~ Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst. ItNayslt: None. ITEM #7 - Public Hearinq & First Readina Ord. 7105-03 - approve amendments to the Community Development Code clarifvinq definitions of residential use, dwelling unit and overnight accommodations and adding a new section regarding prima facie evidence of certain uses. The issue of short-term rentals of residential properties surfaced last summer and a determination was made that such use is not a permitted primary use in a residential zoning district. In an attempt to further clarify that this use is not allowed, Ordinance 7105-03 includes, amendments to existing definitions in Article 8 of the Community Development Code and one new provision to Article 3, General applicability. Proposed amendments: ,1) clarify that a residential use in a residential zoning district does not include uses that are rented tor periods of less than 31 days or one calendar month, whichever is less; 2) expand definition of dwelling unit to specify that a dwelling unit located in a residential district shall be used only for a residential use. unless otherwise specified; 3) revise definition of overnight accommodations to solely focus on the temporary occupancy of a property; and 4) add a new provision that identifies what constitutes prima facie evidence of a use located in a residential zoning district that rents for periods of less than 31 days or one calendar month. whichever is less. On March 18,2003, the CDS recommended approval of the proposed amendments by a 6:1 vote. Planning Director Cyndi Tarapani said zoning for single~family residences and motels have historical differences. While 520/0 of north beach single-family residences are owner occupied, the City'average in LMDR (Low Medium Density Residential) neighborhoods is approximately 800/0. As home ownership ratios are an indicator of a neighborhood's stability, Commission 2003-04-03 2 " .' 1 " ': I + ' , , r .l ' '.: .. . '. , " ",.,'.."., ,', ','.,' i.;., .' + I I ' " '~ , ' 'i' . . l . Il., ,; JJ ',.., : " ,t' I . she expressed concern regarding the direction ta~en in the north Clearwater beach residential neighborhood. Trends indicate recent property sales rates have increased significantly. She requested the City Commission consider a review of zoning in some areas of north beach. Staff has walked the neighborhood west of Mandalay Avenue between Acacia and Kendall and noted a mix of transient uses such as condominiums, single-family residential cottages, motel units, and hotel signs. The area east of Mandalay, fronting Somerset, is different, with no hotel signs and almost all structures being single-story and appearing to be multi-family. The Commission recessed from 6:27 to 6:34 p.m. Commissioner Hamil,ton moved to waive the provision that public comment be limited to a maximum of 30 minutes and to allow a maximum of 30 minutes each side. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. In the time allotted, ten people spoke in favor of the ordinance, ten people spoke' against it, and one person spoke about responsible motel ownership and compromise. . In response to 'questions related to citizen testimony, Development & Neighborhood , Services Director Jeff Kronschnabl said prior to Summer 2002, staff was unable to capture data regarding short or long term rentals or homeowner occupied residences when responding to complaints. The City Attorney said she expects the issue will face litigation regardless of the Commission's decision. The Court will make the final decision whether this ordinance will cause inverse condemnation. She said short-term rentals in City residential neighborhoods always have been prohibited. Assistant City Attorney Leslie Dougall-Sides opined that referenced case law is not controlling ,in this situation. Renting for short terms, houses zoned as single-famiiy residences, is not an allowable residential use. , Mr. Kronschnabl said if approved, standards would be established and homeowners would be responsible for providing documentation proving their property adheres to minimum rental requirements. He recommended owner information be simply obtained and regulations be easy to understand and practical to enforce. Additional resources will be needed. . In response to a question, Mr. Kronschnabl reviewed last year's process to build consensus and develop a residential rental ordinance. He said since the Legal and Planning departments had determined rentals less than 31-days were zoning violations. his staff did not v'I'Ork to build consensus on this issue. He expressed concern the citizen-proposed 7 -day minimum rental requirement would require significantly more resources to enforce than a 31-day requirement. including additional code enforcement staff, clerical staff, and Police Department efforts. The proposal would require staff review of open-ended issues, such as defining the affected area and developing a code of conduct. ' . In response to a question, Ms., Tarapani said the Code does not specify a length of stay for house rentals. However, previous distinctions between single-family residences, motel uses, and multi-family housing were permitted. She said overnight accommodations belong in ' commercial zoning. In 1998, the County established an amendment limiting overnight accommodations in single-family residences to 30 days. As the County does not have code enforcement. the City is responsible. City rules must be consistent with Countywide ,rules. Commission 2003-04-03 3 '. ", ".1'_', ',' " l'. . '... ~, :".', ":'.~ ;, ,,! ' '., ,',j',.'",', ,'It..,' '." .;,..,', .' :~. ,:". '," ....: .'~. ' '. "'.: ~..'..,.', 'I,', ,,';". . . . In response to a question. Ms. Tarapani said the number of rentals on north beach recently has increased significantly for reasons such as the stock market's recent poor performance and a rise in Internet bookings. The poor behavior'of some renters has impacted negatively on the quality of life in north beach residential neighborhoods. The City Manager said input at a beach public meeting gave staff a sense to what rental limits are appropriate for beach residential neighborhoods. It was stated the tourism market has changed. with families preferring to stay in houses and few able to schedule 30-day stays. It was felt the City should address problem properties. It was stated weekly rentals occur in depressed socio-economic areas. It was' felt a middle ground should be found as the practice occurs in all County beach communities. It was stated much of north beach originally was developed with beach cottages. with a portion always available for short-term rentals. It was stated the high number of non-homestead properties indicate north beach is not a traditional neighborhood. It was recommended the City develop reasonable rules to accommodate short-term rentals and limit the number of available houses. Ms. Tarapani said there is no way to track the number of houses rented for short-term stays. It was stated compl'aints indicate pre-screening processes do not work. It was felt the 7- day rental proposal places too much enforcement responsibility on the City. It was stated the loss of approximately 60 short-term single-family residential rentals would not harm tourism. It was stated research indicates short-term rentals devalue nearby properties. Concern was ' expressed regarding the impact on the property rights of residents who are disturbed by late- night activities in abutting rentals. Concern was expressed the behavior of rentals has declined and the screening process for short-term rentals has deteriorated due to Internet bookings. It was stated vacationers live a different-lifestyle than working people. It was stated the tourism market is flexible and efficient and can meet the needs of short-term rentals elsewhere on the beach. It was felt short-term rentals in residential homes should not be legalized without an overwhelming petition from current residents. As motels provide pools and spacious family accommodations in suites, concern was 'expressed short-term rentals harm beach motel business. Ms. Tarapani said 7- day rentals could be 'approved via a zoning change or by creation of an overlay district., It was stated while short-term rentals allow families to take economical vacations, the, practice previously included close scrutiny by property owners. It was stated limiting the number of homes available for short-term rentals would be difficult. It was felt a compromise could have been reached had the process been slower. In response to a question. the City Attorney said Clearwater will not start enforcement if litigation occurs until the Court resolves the issue. She estimated that proc.ess could take up to two . years. Commissioner Jonson moved to approve amendments to the Community Development Code clarifying definitions of Residential Use, Dwelling Unit, and Overnight Accommodations, and adding a new section regarding Prima Facie Evidence of certain uses, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded. Commissioners Gray, Jonson. Hibbard, and Mayor Aungst voted nAye"; Commissioner Hamilton voted "Nay." Motion carried. ' Commission 2003-04-03 4 I . ' ..' \' . I' '.,' , : :. . ~...., '+ ... It' . I \ ,. I ' " . .' ,,~ . ., ' ' '. . . The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7105-03 for first reading and read it by title , only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7105-03 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was: , , "Ayes": Gray, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst. ItNays": Hamilton. Motion carried. The Commission .recessed from 8:30 to 8:42 p.m. Ms. Tarapani recommended zoning issues be reviewed for the area west of Mandalay between Acacia and Kendall. It was recommended enforcement of short-term rental res~rictions in these areas be delayed until the review is completed. , , Commissione~ ~ibbard moved to authorize staff to initiate rezonin'g of the' area west of Mandalay between Acacia and Kendall. The motion was duly seconded alJd carried unanimously. ' Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances' ITEM #8 - Ord 7063-03 - Amend the Community Development Code allowinQ for sidewalk cafes to be located on private property and on public rights-of-way in the Downtown and Tourist districts. , ' The Mayor presented Ordinance #7063-03 fOi second. reading and read it by title only. Commissioner'Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7063-03 on second and final ,reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst. "Nays": None. ITEM #9 - Ord. 7073-03. amending Code of Ordinances Section 28.04 to allow approved sidewalk cafes to sell food 'on public property. , The. Mayor presented Ordinance #7073-03 for second reading. and read it by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7073-03 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst. "Nays": None. Commission 2003-04-03 5 ..... ,.' (. . _ ' " . ~. I , . oj.. . . .. .. . j . . . ~. .'" I . . . . ITEM #1 0 ~ Ord. 7074-03. amendino Code of Ordinances Section 6.31 to allow approved , sidewalk cafes to sell alcoholic beveraoes on public property. The Mayor presented Ordinance #7074-03 for second reading and read it by,title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7074-03 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Gray, ,Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst. "Nays":' None. ITEM #11 - Ord. 7092..03 .. Approve the applicant's request to vacate part of the drainaqe and utility easement located on Lot 51. Countryside Tract 94. (A.K.A. 2662 Beaumont Court) more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached ,(V2003-02 Catalanotto). The Mayor presented Ordinance #7092-03 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissiorie'r Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7092-03 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: ' . "Ayes.": Gray. Hamilton, Hibbard. Jonson. and Aungst. "Nays": None. . ITEM #12 - Ord. 7096-03 - Approve the ZoninQ Atlas Amendment from ,the O. Office District, to the I. Institutional District for 300 Pinellas Street (Lots 16 and 18, less the West 85 feet. thereof, C. Perry Snell's Bluff View Court. in Sec. 21-29-15) REZ2002-12004 , The Mayor presented Ordinance #7096-03 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7096-03, on second and final ' reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst.' "NaysU: None. , ITEM #13 - Ord 7097-03 - First Quarter 2002-2003 Amended Operatinq Budoet The Mayor presented Ordinance #7097-03 for second reading and read it by title only., Commissioner Gray moved to pa'ss and adopt Ordinance #7097-03 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayeslt: Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Au~gst. "Nays": None. . Commission 2003~04~03 6 . . . ITEM #14 - Ord 7098..03 - First Quarter 2002-2003 Amended Capital Improvement Budoet The Mayor presented Ordinance #7098-03 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and ado'pt Ordinance #7098-03 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayeslt: Gray, ~amilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst. "Nays": None. ITEM #15 - Ord. 7099-03 - Amend Section 3-1508 of the Communitv Development Code. reqardinq noise. The Mayor presented Ordinance #7099-03 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7099-03 on second and final 'reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon rollcall, the vote was: "Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst. IINayslt: None. CITY MANAGER REPORTS CONSENT AGENDA (Items #16-26) - 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 #16 - Approval of Purchases (& Declaration of Surplus) per Purchasinq Memorandum: , ' a} Cox Radio Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Florida, revenue payments for concert sponsorship during the period: March 21, 2003 through March 31, 2004 for $300,000 (PR) b) Infinity Broadcasting. St. Petersburg, Florida, revenue payments for concert sponsorship during the period: March 21, 2003 through March 31, 2004 for $300,000 (PR) , c) Gallagher Bassett Services. Itasca, Illinois, claims paid by the City's'third party administrator during the period: April 4, 2003 through September 3D, 2003 for S310.000 (FN) d) Board of County Commissioners. Pinellas County, increase award for County/City joint project - Keene Road 1A (Druid to Drew) for $480.806.59 an increase of 552,215.83 (EN) e) Dec)are surplus and ,authorize disposal through sale at Tampa Machinery Auction, miscellaneous surplus (PUR) , ITEM #17 - Approve terms in Letter of Intent arid direct the Administration and'LeQal Department to develop a final contract, for the construction of a 300-space public parking Qaraqe (Pelican Walk) (ED/HSG) ITEM #18 - Approve a two-vear extension to the Bond Counsel Retainer AQreement with Brvant. Miller and Olive. P.A. to serve as the City's bond counsel (FN) Commission 2003-04-03 7 . ....;... . l ''f.., ',1: '" '. '. . '.:+.",', .1,' {-l(", '. " :"", "..... . ",' I ~'I," ." ...... ',' .' .';~' ,,, ....\... .~~ "",<~~...I "I, . . . ITEM #19 - Approve a two-year extension to the Disclosure Counsel Retainer Agreement with Nabors. Giblin & Nickerson. P.A., to serve as the City's disclosure counsel (FN) ITEM #20 - Approve four (4) additional Park Service Technicians positions (4.0 FTE) to be added to the Parks and Recreation beach maintenance team (PR) ITEM #21 - Approve an additional .5 FTE poot Quard position for Morningside and North Greenwood Recreation and Aquatic Complexes (PR) ITEM #22 - Ratifv and confirm chanoe order #1 to a contract with American Water Services Underaround Infrastructure, Inc. formerly Azurix North America Underground Infrastructure, Inc. in the amount of $30,649 for cleaning of the wastewater interceptor system from the east side of US 19 to the Bayside Bridge, for a new contract total of $185A99 (PW) ITEM #23 - Appoint Donald "ScottU Armstrong to the Airoark Advisory Board (ORLS) ITEM #24 - Appoint Jan ReQulski to the Library Board (ORLS) ITEM #25 - Appoint to the NeiQhborhood and Affordable Housina Advisorv Board (NAHABl Lisa A. Hughes in the Advocate for low income housing category, John Sabatier in the Banking/mortgage industry category and Donald F. Brackett in the Residential building industry category (ORLS) , ITEM #26 - Appoint Saundra CUrry to serve on the Aircraft Noise Abatement Task Force Commissioner Hibbard 'moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carrif:=d unanimously. OTHER ITEtv1S ON CITY MANAGER REPORT ITEM #27 - Adopt Res. 03.18 authorizinq the City to enter into an aqreement with CSX Transportation. Inc. for installation of one (1) a-inch reclaimed water main in the CSX right-of- way as p~ut of the Harbor Oaks Reclaimed Water System project; and approve Pipeline Crossing Agreemel'"\t No. CSX-044932. A work order for consultant services was approved on May 17, 2002 for design, preparation of construction plans. and permitting for the Harbor Oaks Reclaimed Water System Project. As part of this project. the City desires to construct one (1) 8-inch reclaimed water main, located where the CSX Railroad intersects Druid Road, approximately 360 feet west of Myrtle Avenue. CSX requires an Agreement to cover the costs of encroaching, construction risk and to provide the terms and conditions associated with placing a pipeline underneath,their railway system. The cost to the City win be $300 for a one-time encroachment inventory fee and $750 for a construction risk fee for a total cost of $1,050. Commissioner Jonson moved to authorize the City to enter into an agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc.. for installation of one (1) 16-inch reclaimed water main in the CSX right-of- way as part of the Harbor Oaks Reclaimed Water System project; and approve Pipeline Commission 2003-04-03 8 . . . Crossing Agreement No. CSX-044933, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly s~conded and carried unanimously. The City Attorney presented Resolution #03-18 and read it by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Resolution #03-18 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was: IIAyesll: Gray. Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst. "Naysll: None. ITEM #28 - Adopt Res. 03-19 authorizinq the City to enter into an aareement with CSX Transportation. Inc: for installation of one (1) 16-inch reclaimed water main in the CSX right-of- way as part of the Harbor Oaks Reclaimed Water System project; and approve Pipeline Crossing Agreement No. CSX-044933. ' A work order for consultant services was approved on May 17. 2002 for design, preparation of construction plans, and permitting for the Harbor Oaks Reclaimed Water System Project. As part of this project, the City desires to construct one 16-inch reclaimed water main, located where the CSX Railroad intersects Jeffords Street, approximately 460 feet west of Myrtle Avenue. CSX requires an Agreement to cover the costs of encroa'ching. construction risk, and to provide the terms and conditions associated with placing a pipeline' underneath their railway system., The cost to the City will be $300 for a one-time encroachment inventory fee and $750 fo'r a construction risk fee. for a total cost of $1.050. . Commissioner Hibbard moved to authorize the City to enter into an agreement with CSX. Transportation, Inc., for installation of one' (1) 16-inch reclaimed water main in the CSX right-of- way as part' of the Harbor Oaks Reclaimed Water System project; and approve Pipeline Crossing Agreement No. CSX-044933, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. The City Attorney presented Resolution #03-19 and read it by title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Resolution #03-19 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Gray. Hamilton, Jonson. Hibbard, and Aungst. "Nays": None. ITEM #29 - Adopt Res. 03-20 acceptinq Florida' Department of Transportation (FOOT) Supplemental Agreement #5, Increasing funding by $135,000 in an existing Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) at Clearwater Airpark. FOOT (Florida Department of Transportation) has agreed to increase funding by S 135,000 in the existing JPA (Joint Participation Agreement) for the design and construction of two 1 O-plane T-hangars, one corporate hangar, the completion of the stormwater management. plan, additional security fencing, and the emergency soil mitigation and fuel tank replacement at Clearwater Airpark.' , Commission 2003-04-03 9 , I < " , ,j .' L. . J "., ... \<.. ~ " ~,:. . .' . Tota~ funding provided by FDOT for this JPA will now be $1,218,800. FOOT will fund $100,000 of the additional $135,000. and the City will fund $35,000. This will make the total City contribution for the project $299,700 available at an 80:20 split. The $35,000 will be taken from funds that remained in the project for future improvements after FOOT increased their percentages in previous supplemental agreements. Commissioner Jonson moved to accept Florida Department of Transportation Supplemental Agreement #5, increasing funding by $135,000 in an existing Joint Participation Agreement 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 #03-20 and read it by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Resolution #03-20 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ay~s": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst. "Nays": None.' ITEM #30 - Update re IAFF contract neQotiations. Human Resources Director Joe Roseto said the City is negotiating contracts with the IAFF (International Association of Fire Fighters) for District Chiefs and Firefighters. The next bargaining session is schedu~ed for Apri114, 2003. The City Manager read a )etter reviewing benefits, proposed pay increases, and the automatic STEP pay increase process for the Fire Department employees. In response to a question, Mr. Roseto said the Fire Department has few turnovers. He estimated the City has 150 qualified applications on hand. ITEM #31 - Other Pending Matters - None. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS ITEM #32 - Other City Attorney Items a) Adopt Res. 03~17 to correct scrivener's errors in the title and body of Res. 03~07 passed 02/20/03. On February 20,2003, the City Commission passed Resolution No. 03-07 at the regular Commission Meeting. Subsequently, it was discovered that there were scrivener's errors in the title and body of this resolution. in that the amount of costs incurred by the City ordering the owner to abate a dangerous structure was incorrectly stated. ' The .city Attorney presented Resolution #03~ 17 and read it by title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Resolution #03-17 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was: ' "Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson. Hibbard. and Aungst. Commission 2003~04~03 10 '. . . "Nays": None. . ITEM #33 - City ManaQer Verbal Reoorts - None. ITEM #34 ~ Commission Discussion Items Mobility Initiative Governance Commissioner Gray reported on March 3t 2003, the MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization) had endorsed creation of a new 11 ~member Countywide Independent Transit Authority that would inherit all responsibilities of the PST A (Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority). Authority membership would include four County Commissioners, representatives from the County's five major municipalities, a citizen representative, and a MPO representative. ITEM #35 . Other Commission Action Commissioners Hibbard, Jonson, and Hamilton, and Mayor AunQst said they had attended Neighborhood Day festivities', thanked staff for their coordination of events, and encouraged all neighborhoods to participate next year. Commissioner Hibbard said on March 30, 2003, he had attended the groundbreaking at the Calvary Baptist Church on McMullen~Booth Road. He said it was sad to see the church re,locating after more than a century downtown. Commissioner Hibbard said the Philties' last day of Spring Training was yesterday. He wished them success this year. Commissioner Hibbard said he had a successful trip to Tallahassee this week and , discussed issues with the legislative delegation. He thanked Representative Carassas for his support of legislation to double speeding fines in residential neighborhoods to encourage traffic calming. , , Commissioner Grav said she had received the Parks & Recreation Department annual report and cot'flplimented the department for their hard work. She. recommended the report be available for public review. Commissioner Grav congratulated the Mayor on his candidacy for Clerk 6f the Court. Commissioner Gray said on May 6, 2003, the Library Foundation, in cooperation with the Fresh Market, has scheduled a fundraiser featuring wine tasting and hors dtoeuvres from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. ' Commissioner Jonson said in Tallahassee he had learned it will be a difficult year for the FLC (Florida League of Cities) legislatively. He complimented Representatives Carassas and Berfield in supporting City positions in recent ~mmittee vote. Commissioner Jonson said the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has initiated international consultations to dump into the Gulf of Me,xico contaminated stormwater, collecting at the Piney Point phosphate plant. Commission 2003-04-03 . 11 . . I . . J I '.., ,'" I ,. . . , , " ";"\'. , '. . ~ . . t ' . J-,~r;.. 'I ,. Commissioner Jonson said to practice random acts of kindness and senseless acts of beauty. ' Commissioner Hamilton and Mayor Aunost said it was fun watching the final Spring Training game at Jack Russell Stadium. Commissioner Hamilton encouraged families to attend Clearwater Phillies games during the team's,last season at Jack Russell Stadium. Mayor Aunost said the March 22, 2003, Paint Your Heart Out Clearwater was a great success and thanked volunteers. participating businesses, and sponsors for this great event. Mayor AunQst said on March 3D, 2003, he had attended the farewell ceremony for Tampa Mayor Dick Greco at the Ice Palace. Mayor Aunost said on April 1, 2003, he had attended the welcome ceremony for new Tampa Mayor Pam Iorio at the Tampa Convention Center. Mayor Aunost invited residents to attend the Rally for America at Coachman Park at 10:00 a.m. on April 5, 2003 to support America and troops. Mayor AunQst said on April 6, 2003, he will attend an appreciation tea for the Friends of the Library at the East Library from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Mayor Aunqst said on Apri/1 0, 2003, he will attend the Achievement Awards Banquet for the annual City Employee Recognition luncheon at the Harborview Center. Mayor Aunost invited residents to attend Sunsets Beach Fest on April 11 - 13, 2003 at Pier- 60 for music and fun events. Mayor Aunost thanked Skycrest Neighborhood resident, Danielle Dilday, who had presented him with a drawing. Mayor Aungst acknowledged actions by City worker, John Lyons, who went beyond the call of duty by helping find a resident's dog. '. Mayor Aunost said the next Work Session is on April ,14, 2003 at 1 :00 p.m. ITEM #36 - Adiournment The meeting adjourned at 9:19 p.m. ---- Attest: ,:' ,.: , /" ,\fttJiLl il/ City Clerk . .> h . . .~". ~ 1 ,J(!l!:.!;/, '~, 'Jl- J.}17)1 / Commission 2003-04-0:-1 12