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Also present: Garry Brumback
Ralph Stone
Pamela K. Akin
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Patricia O. Sullivan
Assistant City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Board Reporter
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
May 1, 2003
Present: Brian J. Aungst
Hoyt P. Hamilton
Whitney Gray
William C. Jonson
Frank Hibbard
Mayor/Commissioner
Vice-Mayor/Comm issioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation was
offered by Reverend Skip Dvornik of Calvary Baptist Church. 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) Sister Cities Program - Richard Wisemiller '
Richard Wisemiller, Sister Cities Program President. introduced the new board and
reviewed progress in reestablishing the program. This year three Clearwater teachers will travel
to Nagano and critique the program. Plans are to reignite excitement for the program. rekindle
the relationship between the two cities. and duplicate Nagano's program by having middle
school and high school students spend one week in Nagano and one week visiting major
Japanese cities.
Board members and officers were thanked for their participation. New guidelines are
being established for an advisory board, which wjJIlink the City and Sister Cities organization.
Concern was expressed the program have adequate resources to undertake expanded travel
opportunities. Mr. Wisemiller said including middle school students in the program will broaden
the base for home stay opportunities.
b) Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council Erwironmental and Development awards
On March 10, 2003, TBRPC (Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council) recognized
Clearwater for exemplary work In two areas: 1) the City's CMOM (Capacity Managemen~
Operation & Maintenance) and 2) the new Sand Key Fire Station.
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The Public Works' CMOM program, initiated last year, was awarded an honorable
mention. The 'program evaluates the overall capacity of the City's wastewater system for
operation and maintenance. Due to this program, the City has increased planned maintenance
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tasks by 2660/0, has realized .3 440/0 decrease in blockages, and a 65% decrease in homeowner
clean-up claims. Mayor Aungst recognized Public Works staff, especially Project Managers
Dave Sickler and Lisa Murrin for their efforts.'
The City's Sand Key Fire Station #44 was awarded an honorable mention for its facility
programming, site engineering, and architectural design. Special recognition went to Wayne
Hansen from the Fire Department, and Glen Bahnick, Paul Bertels, Tim Kurtz, and Bob Sebek
from Public Works.
c) Proclamations:
, 1) Elder Law Month - May 2003
2) Civility Month - May 2003
ITEM #4 - Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April 17,
2003, 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:
James Foley suggested adding a third lane to the roundabout to ease beach traffic
congestion during peak season and opposed construction of more beach condominiums or
motels due to limited street capacity.
Marvann King expressed concern beach motels are not permitted sufficient signage. ,
She has started a group, Citizens for Small Business, to gather petition signatures requesting
that freestanding signs remain.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Second Reading Ordinances
ITEM #6 - Ord 7107-03 - Approve the petition for Annexation of property located at 1779 Audrey
Drive (Lot 37, Pinellas Terrace in Sec. 05-29-16) (ANX2003-01 001)
Orqinance #7107-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7107-03 on second and final
reading. The, motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the yote was: '
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, JOflson, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
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ITEM #7 - Ord 7108-03 - Approve a Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Low
(RL) to City Residential Low (RL) for property located at 1779 Audrey Drive (Lot 37, Pinellas
Terrace in Sec. 05-29-16) (ANX2003-01001) ,
Ordinance #7108-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and ad9pt Ordinance #7108-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
ttAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst.
"Naysn: None.
ITEM #8 - Ord 7109-03 - Approve a Zoninq Atlas Amendment from County R-3, Sinole-Family
Residential District, to City LMDR..Low Medium Densitv Residential District for 1779 Audrey
Drive (Lot 37, Pinellas Terrace in Sec. 05-29-16). ANX2003-01 001
Ordinance #7109-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7109-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call; the v<?te was:
"Ayestt: Gray; Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst.
"Nays"; None.
ITEM #9 - Ord 7110-03 - Approve the petition for Annexation of property located at 1740
Nurserv Rd. (Lot 7, Block B; Douglas ~anor Lake in Sec. 23-29-15). ANX2003-01002
Ordinance #7110-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.' '.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7110-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call; the vote was:
ttAyestt: Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard; Jonson, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #10 - Ord 7111-03 - Approve a Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Low
(RL) to City Residential Low (RL) for property located at 1740 Nursery Rd. (Lot 7, Block B;
Douglas Manor Lake in Sec. 23-29-15). ANX2003-01002
Ordinance #7111-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7111-03 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.
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ITEM #11 - Ord 7112-03 - Approve a Zoning Atlas Amendment from County R-3. Sino Ie-Family
Residential District. to the City LMDR. Low Medium Density Residential District for 1740
Nursery Rd. (Lot 7, Block BI.Douglas Manor Lake in Sec. 23-29-15). ANX2003-01002
Ordinance #7112-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7112-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
tlAy~stl: Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #12 - Ord 7113-03 - Approve the petition of Annexation of property located at 1714 Jade
Ave.(Lot 9, Jade Heights Subdivision in Sec. 03-29-15). ANX2003-01003
Ordinance #7113-03 was presented for 'second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7113-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
UAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #13 - Ord 7114-03 '- Approve a Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential
Urban (RU) to City Residential Urban (RU) for property located at 1714 Jade Ave. (Lot 9, Jade
Heights Subdivision in Sec. 03-29-15)'. ANX2003-01003
Ordinance #7114-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7114-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"Ayestl; Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, Jonson, and Aungst.
tlNays": None.
ITEM #14 - Ord '7115-03 - Approve a Zoning Atlas Amendment from the County R-4, One. Two'
and Three Family Residential District. to the City LMDR. Low Medium Densitv Residential
District for 1714 Jade Ave. (Lot 9, Jade Heights Subdivision in Sec. 03-29-15). ANX2003-01003
Ordinance #7115-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7115-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Hibbard, ,Jonson, and Aungst.
"Naystl: None.
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ITEM #15 - Ord 7116-03 - Approve a Land Use Plan Amendment from the Residential Low
Medium (RLM) and Residential Urban (RU) cateQories to the Recreation/Open Space (RIDS)
category for property located at 3035 GulfMto-Bav Boulevard (a portion of Tract A, Myron Smith's
Bay View Subdivision; a portion of Lots 2 & 3, Block 5, Revised Map of Town of Bay View; a
portion of vacated County Road 31; and a portion of Lots 1 & 4 of Revised Map of Town of Bay,
View in Sec. 16-29-15). LUZ2003-01001
Ordinance #7116-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7116-03 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 #16 - Ord 7117-03 - Approve a Zoning Atlas Amendment from the County R-4, One, Two
and Three Family Residential District and the City MHP, Mobile Home Park District to the OSR,
Open Space Recreation District for property located at Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard (a portion of Tract
A, Myron Smith's Bay View Subdivision; a portion of. Lots 2 & 3, Block 5. Revised Map of Town
of Bay View; a portion of vacated County Road 31; and a portion of Lots 1 & 4 of Revised Map
of Town of Bay View in Sec. 16-29-15). LUZ2003-01001
Ordinance' #7117-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7117-03 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.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
, CONS,ENT AGENDA (Items #17-31) - 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. '
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, ;TEM #17 - Approval of Purchases (& Declaration of Surplus) per Purchasinq Memorandum:
a) Data Flow Systems, Inc.. Melbourne, Florida - Labor and materials to upgrade the telemetry
system at Lift Stations 2, 4,21,25.26.28, 41m 50,54 and 65 for $67,395. (PW/UTIL)
b) McKim and Creed Engineers, Clearwater, Florida - Wellfield permit modification for
'$55,500. (PW/ENG)
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ITEM #18 - Award a contract to Don Reid Ford of Maitland. Florida. in the amount of $14,850
for the purchase of one (1) 2003 Ford Taurus 4-door Sedan, in accordance with Section
2.564(1 )(d), Code of Ordinances, Florida State Contract #070-001-03-1 and authorize funding
through the City's Master Lease/Purchase Agreement. (DS)
ITEM #19 - Approve the Renewal AQreement with Clearwater NeiQhborhood Housinq
Services for Community Housing Development Organization activities under the City's HOME
Investment Partnership Program. (ED/HSG)
ITEM #20 - Approve the Conditional AsslQnment of Lease for Room 4 in the Municipal Marina
from Thomas C. and Patricia A. WOlkowsky, dba Pirates Pantry, to Denis A. and Cheryl L.
White, dba Pirates Pantry. (MR)
ITEM #21 - Approve the second amendment to the manaqement aqreement with the
Clearwater Community SailinQ Association (CCSA), adding yearly cost of living increases
rather than percentage of revenues at the Clearwater Community Sailing Center. (MR)
ITEM #22 - Accept qrant (totalinq $63.200 for 100% fundinq for three (3) summer camp
proQrams) and approve the correspondinq aQreement from the Juvenile Welfare Board. (PR)
ITEM #23 - Approve an aqreement between the District Board of Trustees of St. Petersburq
,Colleqe, Florida and the City of Clearwater for cash match funding of $36,146 for the period
01/01/03 thru 12/31/03 for the AmeriCorps Pinellas Project for support of memb~rship. (PO)
ITEM #24 - Award a contract to Atlantic Truck Center, Ft. Lauderdale. Florida for the purchase
of one (1) 2003 Sterlina LT 9500 Roll Off Truck, at a cost of $102,691 which was the lowest
Bid received in accordance with the specifications of City of Clearwater Bid #43-01; and
authorize financing under City's Master Lease/Purchase Financing Agreement. (SW/GS)
ITEM #25 - Accept a perpetual 5-foot dralnaQe and utilitv easement (dated February 14"
2003) conveyed by Eilnar R. and Catherine B. Kristensen. over and across E 5' of W 10' of Lot
160, Fair Oaks 4th Addition. (PW)
ITEM #26 - Approve work order with Parsons Enaineerinq Science, Inc. of Tampa, an
Engineer of Record, for additional funds and sevised scope, for the design and permitting for the
Kapok Wetland and Floodplain Restoration Project in the amount of $97,770 for a total of
5412,906. (PW)
ITEM #27 - Ratifv and confirm ChanQe Order #1 to Westra Construction Corporation of
Palmetto, Florida for the Beach Pump Station Improvements Phase II Contract (99-0074-UT),
'which increases the contract amount by $300,079.19 for a new total contract amount of
$1,025,814.19. (PW)
ITEM #28 - Ratify and Confirm the approval of a purchase order with Kearnev Developnlent
Co., Inc. in the amount of $90,240 for construction services as part of the Seville & Sunset
Drive Reclaimed Water Project (02-0103-UT) (PW)
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ITEM #29 - Approve the final plat for "The MoorinQs Townhomes In located on Bay\vay
'Boulevard North approximately 800 feet east of the intersection of Hamden Drive and Gulfview
Boulevard. (PW)
ITEM #30 - Approve the final plat for tiThe MoorinQs Townhomes II" located on Bayway
Boulevard North approximately 1.400 feet east of the intersection of Harnden Drive and
Gulfview Boulevard. (PW)
ITEM #31 - Approve a Local AQency ProQram (LAP) Agreement beween the City of
Cleatwater and the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) in the amount of $341 .960 for
installation of siqnalizatian and driveways on SR 60 at Damascus Road; and approve a work
order in the amount of $79,160 to Tampa Bay Engineering, an Engineer-of-Record, for the
design of the project. (PW)
Commissioner Gray moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted, and that the
appropriate officials be authl?rized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
OTHER ITEMS 'ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
ITEM #32 - Adopt Res 03-22 reQardinQ the Community Redevelopm~nt Aqencv to reflect
,lanouaoe required bv Resolution 02-287 as adopted by the Board of County Commissioners of
Pinellas County on October 29, 2002. (ED/HSG)
In accordance with Section 163.335 and Se'ction 163.340, Florida Statut.es, Chapter 163,
Part III (19,69 as amended), a Findings and Declaration of Necessity study was conducted
regarding the conditions in that part of the City known and referred to as the I'Gateway" eRA
Expansion Area. The results of that study were presented to the City Commission for its
consideration and included in the public record.
After considering the study's determinations and facts and evidence of conditions in the
Expansion Area and receiving and considering such other evidence of the conditions in the
Expansion Area as presented to it, on' August 8, 2002, the City Commission adopted Resolution
#02-41, which made certain findings regarding the Expansion Area.
On October 29, 2002, the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners adopted
Resolution #02-287, which delegated to the CleaT"\\'ater City Commission the power to declare
itself Community Redevelopment Agency for the expansion area and to prepare a
redevelopment plan for the Expansion Area, and required the City Commission to make certain
findings, which were not specifically made in Resolution #02-41.
Commissioner Jonson moved, in regard to the Community Redevelopment Agency, to
approve language required by Resolution #02-287 as adopted by the Board of County
Commissioners of Pinellas County on October 29,2002, and that the appropriate officials be
authorized to execute same. 'The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimo~sly.
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, Resolution #03-22 was presented and read by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved
to pass and adopt Resolution #03~22 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call" the vote was:
tlAyestl: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
tlNaystl; None.
ITEM #33 - .Approve Parks & Recreation Board recommendation naminq City property located
within Court Street to the south, Prospect Avenue to the west, Park Street to the north, and
Ewing Avenue to the east, Freedom lake Park. (PR)
The Town Lake project developed and enlarged an existing pond to create a 3.B-acre
lake, with approximately one-half acre of surrounding parkland. The lake provides flood
protection and stormwater treatment for approximately 109 acres of contributory drainage area
using a combination of chemical (alum injection), physical (settling), and biological (aquatic
planting) proGesses.
Resolution 94-12 specifies that the Parks and Recreation Board will conduct and
,advertise a public hearing to consider recommendations for park names at a' regular meeting of
the Board. The Board held a public meeting on March 24, 2003, and received 2B names for
consideration. Based upon information gathered at this hearing and Resolution criteria, the
Parks and Recreation Board recommended that the City Commission name the facility
"Freedom Lake Park." Other choices, in order of preference were: 1) Prairie Lake Park; 2) Old.
Marsh Lake; 3) Lake Lillian; and 4) Clear Lake. Currently, a park in Pinellas Park is called
Freedom Lake Park and a private facility in Clearwater is called Freedom Park.
Appreciation was expressed for the names submitted. It was felt none of the
recommendations connect to Clearwater. It was requested the community and board try again.
It was recommended the name be historic, have pizzazz, and highlight the City and Downtown.
It was noted the name, "Freedom Lake Park," had been recommended at the start of the War in
Iraq. '
In response to a question, Assistant City Manager Ralph Stonesaid installation of
wayfinding signage related to the lake will be necessary when the new Memorial Bridge opens.
Commissioner Gray moved to reconsider the name in six months. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously. '
Direction was given to start the process for coming up with an appropriate name for the
Bayview area park on Gulf~to~Bay Boulevard.
ITEM #34 - IAFF Union Neqotiations Update.
Human Resources Director Joe Roseto said there have been no meetings in the past
two weeks between the City and IAFF (International Association of Firefighters) union
representatives. Future sessions are scheduled for May 13 and May 15, 2003. A May 19, 2003
meeting is scheduled with a mediator, if necessary. City staff is working with the union to
schedule additional sessions, if needed.
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. ITEM #35 - Other Pendino Matters: - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #36 - Other City Attorney Items - None.
ITEM #37 - City Manager Verbal Reports - None.
ITEM #38 - Commission Discussion Items
a) Traffic Information Radio - Commissioner Jonson
Concern was expressed the City's traffic information radio transmissions had been
discontinued today. ' It was recommended transmissions continue as this weekend's Sun "N Fun
events will close Drew Street at Coachman Park and cause traffic delays. It was suggested
operation of the radio station continue until feedback regarding its effectiveness is obtained from
the Chamber of Commerce and beach businesses. A portion of a City,of Tarpon Springs
broadcast was played and it was' suggested that Clearwater also could transmit messages
related to serVices and events.
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Assistant City Manager Garry Brumback said the radio service originally was brought
forward to address Spring Break traffic issues. Preparing transmissions was more labor
intensive than anticipated.' He said while the service is nice, the funding needs of competing
priorities must be considered. In response to a question, Public Communications & Marketing
Director Doug Matthews said efforts related to radio transmissions had delayed publication lof
the last employee newsletter by 4 weeks.
It was stated no behavioral changes had been observed. Mr. Brumback said the City is
not able to capture evidence of the service's effectiveness. He said the transmissions had
minimal impact on tourist traffic, although several residents did report listening to the station
after being stuck in traffic. It was felt the transmissions had not worked as anticipated. It was .
felt funds used to broadcast traffic information would be better spent on a police officer, directing
traffic at the Cleveland StreeUOsceola Avenue intersection. It was stated reception of the
transmission was poor at times. It was felt the program compares poorly with the
pr<?fessionalism of other City communication efforts.
, The majority agreed that radio information transmissions designed to alleviate Spring
Break traffic should be terminated. '
Discussion ensued regarding the .effect of closing Drew Street to beach traffic. A list of
planned Drew Street closures will be distributed. . Consensus was to recommend that Drew
Street closings for Coachman Pa~k activities be limited until construction of the new bridge is,
complete. '
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ITEM #39 - Other Commission Action
Commissioner Hibbard and Mayor Aunast offered condolences to City Clerk Cyndie
Goudeau and her family, to the family of Dick Duncan, -and to Congressman Mike Bilirakis on
the recent loss of his brother.
Commissioner Hibbard and Commissioner Gray thanked Parks & Recreation staff for
last weekend's concerts and the great job they do.
Commissioner Grav invited residents to the May 6, 2003 fundraiser at Fresh Market
benefiting the Library Foundation Capital Campaign.
Commissioner Jonson reviewed changes to legislation regarding Tampa Bay Water
under consideration by the Florida Legislature and discussed potential impacts. He
recommended adopting a resolution that opposes any amendment that jeopardizes Tampa Bay
Water, its members, or its credit ratings
Resolution #03-24 and presented and read by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to
, pass and adopt Resolution #03-24 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The
motion was duly seconded and upon rollcall, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
'''Nays'': None.
Commissioner Jonson said on April 3D, 2003 he and Commissioner Gray had attended
the transportation governance discussion. Consensus seemed to favor an independent district
that would have to absorb PSTA (PineUas Suncoast Transit Authority). Commissioner Gray
stated any change requires legislative ,action.
Commissioner Jonson invited those interested in serving on the Tampa Bay Estuary
Citizen Advisory Committee to contact him.
Commissioner Jonson and Mavor ALmQst congratulated Carlen Petersen and Doug
'JViJliams for being crowned last night as Mr. and Mrs. Countryside at the Countryside Country
Club.
Commissioner Jonson said he is part of a group challenging Pinellas County's
settlement with Clear Channel Outdoor Inc, on the grounds that it conflicts with Florida law and
the Countts Comprehensive Land-Use,Plan. .
Commissioner Jonson said recently he had visited Clearwater beach, and was
impressed with its beauty.
Commissioner Hamilton thanked Alan Mayberry for his efforts on Arbor Day and
congratulated him for the City having been designated a Tree City for the 21st consecutive year
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, Commissioner Hamilton said he had attended the Airpark Open House on April 26,
2003, and thanked FBO (Fixed Base Operator) Dave King for providing him an air tour of the
City.
Commissioner Hamilton thanked Cleveland Street businesses for their sacrifice while
parking was removed from the south side of the street to ease Spring Break traffic delays.' The
street has been restriped with parking spaces.
Mayor AunQst said On April 30, 2003, he had appeared with Mayor loirio of Tampa and
, Mayor Baker of St. Petersburg in a PSA (Public Service Announcement) promoting vacationing
'in Tampa Bay. He also had recent regionai'discussions with the two mayors at a meeting at the
Radisson Hotel on Ulmerton Road. He said there is a good relationship between the cities.
Mayor Aunast said today he had welcomed ex-Prisoners of War at their annual reunion
on Clearwater beach. '
Mayor Aungst said Law Day will be observed on May 2. 2003 at the Harborview Center.
Mayor Aunast said on May 3,2003. he and Governor Soto of Hidalgo, Mexico will
welcome those attending the Cinco de Mayo celebration at Coachman Park, which begins at
3:00 p.m. ' ,
Mavor AunQst invited residents to attend the Fun IN Sun parade on May 3. 2003 at 7:00
p.m. After the parade, the public is invited to a~end Ye Mystic Krewe's fundraiser at the
Harborview Center to benefit the Clearwater Free Clinic.
Mayor Auncist sa'id Commissioner Hamilton will represent him on May 9. 2003 at 10:00
a.m. at the 22nd annual police memorial service at Station Square Park with the Fraternal Order
of Police Lodge #10 and Clearwater Police Department. ,
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Mavor AunQst announced the next Work Session is on May 12. 2003 at 1 :00 p.m.
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~TEM #40 - Adiournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
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Commission 2003-0501.
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