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ACTION AGENDA ~ CLEARWATER CITY COMMISSION MEETING
Thursday, September 4, 2003 ~ 6:00 P.M. ~ Commission Chambers
l' ~ Invocation - Pastor Thomas Jones, Flowing River Church.
2 ~ Pledoe of Allegiance - Mayor. .
3 - Introductions, Awards, and Presentations - Given.
Legislative Update - Seriator Jim Sebesta
a) Proclamations: Assisted Living Week - 9/7-13/03
Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery - 9/03
Make a Difference Fishing Tournament Day - 10/4/03
b) Acknowledge graduates of Cityv.lide Leadership Class.
c) Acknowledgement of Clearwater for Youth Clearwater Green Wave (age 14 and under) Girls
Basketball National Championship. .
d) Presentation of check ~ Kiwanis Club of Springtime City.
e) Thank you from Phillies to City for 49 years at Jack Russell Stadium.
4 - Aoproval of Minutes ~ 8/21/03
ACTION: Approved as Submitted.
5 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda
David Hemerick requested the marine community support the new Downtown marina by
attending "Jazz on the Bay ~ Raft Up or Anchor Down," on 10/18/03 at 6:00 p.m.
Scott Lawnsdale said prostitution and drug activity are evident along Cleveland Street during
early morning hours and opposed the County's plan to add fluoride to the water system
John Doran observed the roundabout still works.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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6 - Approve the recommended Penny for Pinellas proiect list, as revised, for Fiscal Years
2003/04 through 2009/10 (BU)
ACTION: Approved.
7 - Public Hearinq & First Readinq Ord. 7187..03 - setting a final millaQe rate of 5.753 mills for
Fiscal Year 2003/04 levied against non-exempt real and personal property within the City. (BU)
ACTION: Approved. Ordinance passed 1st reading.
8 - Public Hearinq & First Readinq Ord. 7188-03 - Annual Operatinq'Ordinance, on First
Readino which establishes the City of Clearwater Annual Operating Budqet for the 2003/04
Fiscal Year. (BU)
ACTION: Approved. Ordinance passed 1st reading.
9 - Public Hearing & First Reading Ord. 7189-03 - Capital Improvement Ordinance, on First
. Readino establishinq the FY 2003/04 budqet and six-vear plan for the Capital Improvement
ProQram (CIP). (BU)
ACTION: Approved. Ordinance passed 1 st reading.
10 - Public Hearino & First Readinq Ord. 7106-03 - approve amendments to the Community
Development Code as relating to Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Projects, signage,
length of time for Level One (Flexible Standard) and Level Two (Flexible Development)
development reviews, clarifies the effect of Level One (Flexible Standard) and Level Two
(Flexible Development) approvals. expands minor amendment provisions regarding changes to
Level Two development approvals, increases the number of times and under what
drcumstances Level One (Flexible Standard Development) and Level Two (Flexible
Development) approvals can be extended, and adds a definition for adopt-a-park signs. (PLD)
ACTION: Approved. Ordinance passed 1st reading as amended.
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. 11 - Public Hearinq & First ReadinQ Ord. 7153-03 - Approve the Clearwater Downtown
Redevelopment Plan. (PLD) , ,
ACTION: Approved. Ordinance passed 1st reading as amended.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
12 - Ord. 7155-03 - Approve the petition for Annexation for property located at 1856 East Drive
(Clearwater Highlands Unit A, Blk B, Lot 7, Sec. 02-29-15) (Ljuljic). ANX2003-0501 0
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
13 - Ord. 7156-03 - Approve Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Low (RL) to
City Residential Low (RL) for property located at 1856 East Drive (Clearwater Highlands Unit A,
Blk B, Lot 7, Sec. 02-29-15) (Ljuljic). ANX2003-05010
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
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14 - Ord. 7157-03 - Approve Zoninq Atlas Amendment from County R-3, Sinqle-Family
Residential District. to City Low Medium Densitv Residential (LMDR) for property located at
1856 East Drive (Clearwater Highlands Unit A. Blk B. Lot 7. Sec. 02-29-15) (Ljuljic).
ANX2003-050 10
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
15 - 'Ord. 7158-03 .. Approve Land Use Plan Amendment from Commercial General (CG) to
Residential Urban (RU) for property located at 1120 Woodlawn Street {Lots 1 through 12.
inclusive. Blk B and Lots 21,22.23 and 24, Blk A, and the West ~ of vacated Tioga Avenue,
lying east of Lots 21.22,23 and 24, Blk A. Harvey Park Sub. Sec. 22-29-15} (Largo Housing
, Dev Corp & Tampa Bay Community Dav Corp). LUZ2003-05003
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
16 - Ord. 7159-03 - Approve Zoning Atlas Amendment from the C, Commercial District to Low
Medium Density Residential (LMDR) for property located at 1120 Woodlawn Street (Lots 1
through 12, inclusive. Blk B and Lots 21, 22. 23 and 24, Blk A, and the West % of vacated Tioga
Avenue, lying east of Lots 21, 22, 23 and 24, Blk A, Harvey Park Sub. Sec. 22-29-15) (Largo
Housing Dev Corp & Tampa Bay Community Dev Corp). LUZ2003-05003
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
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'17 - Ord. 7160-03 - Approve the petition for Annexation for prooerty located at the northwest
corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth Road intersection, consisting of 5 parcels together
with a portion of the 30 foot right-of-way along Allen Avenue, consisting of Lots 4-17 together
with Lots 12-15, Blk 4, and part of Lots 9-11 with a portion of Lot 8. Blk 4, Acker's Sub; together
with the abutting right-of-way along Charles Avenue. (Hupp/McMullen). ANX2003-05011
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
18 - Ord~ 7161-03 - Approve Land Use Plan Amendment to Residential/Office General (RlOG)
for property located at the northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth Road
intersection, consisting of 5 parcels together with a portion of the 30 foot right-of-way along ,
Allen Avenue, consisting of Lots 4-17 together with Lots 12-15, Blk 4, and part of Lots 9-11 with
a portion of Lot 8, Blk 4, Acker's Sub, together with the abutting right-of-way along Charles
Avenue. (Hupp/McMullen). ANX2003-05011
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
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19 ~ Ord. 7162-03 - Approve Zoninq Atlas Amendment to Office CO) (or property located at the
northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen~Booth Road intersection, consisting of 5 parcels
together with a portion of the 30 foot right-of-way along Allen Avenue, consisting of Lots 4-17
together with Lots 12~15, Blk 4, and part of Lots 9~11 with a portion of Lot 8, Blk 4, Acker's Sub,
,together with the abutting right-of~way along Charles Avenue. (Hupp/McMullen).
ANX2003-05011
ACTION: Ordinance adopted.
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20 - Ord. 7166-03 Approve Land Use Plan Amendment to Residential/Office General (R/OG) for
property located at the northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen~Booth intersection
consisting of a portion of Lots 6-13, Blk 4. consisting of 3 parcels, together with a portion of the
30 foot wide right-of~way for Allen Avenue, Acker's Sub together with abutting right~of~way along
Charles Avenue (Hupp/McMullen). ANX2003-05011 and LUZ2003-05004
ACTION: Ordinance adopted as amended
21 ~ Ord. 7168-03 -Approve Zoninq Atlas Amendment to Office (0) for property located at the
northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth intersection consisting of a portion of
Lots 6-13, Blk 4. consisting of 3 parcels, together with a portion of the 30 foot wide right~of~way
for Allen Avenue, Acker's Sub together with abutting right-of~way along Charles Avenue,
(Hupp/McMullen). ANX2003-05011 and LUZ2003-05004
ACTION: Ordinance adopted as amended.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #22~32) - Approved as submitted.
22 ~ Approval of Purchases per Purchasing Memorandum:
a) Diesel Energy Systems, Largo, Florida ~ Service contract for Emergency back~up generator
maintenance 'during the contract period: 10/01/03 through 09/30/04 for $150.000. (GS)
b) Department of Management Services, Tallahassee, Florida - Service contract for Centranet
lines and Suncom long distance service during the period: 10/01/03 through 09/30/04 for
$179,930. (IT) ,
c) Nextel Communications. Norcross, Georgia ~ Service contract for Cellular and radio services
during the period: 10/01/03 through 09/30/04 for $242,720. (IT)
d) Verizon Florida. Inc. - Service contract for Frame relay TI's and Centranet trunks, directory
service, Norstar maintenance, long distance overflow, frame relay internet service, credit card
and collect calling service during the period: 10/01/03 through 09/30/04 for $492,130. (IT)
e) Angelo's Aggregate Materials dba: Angelo's Recycled Material, Largo, Florida - Service
contract for Disposal of materials suitable for recycling during the period: 10/01/03 through
11/30/04 for $750,000. (SW)
'23 - Approve an Aqreement between the City and the Clearwater ReQional Chamber of
Commerce for tourism services in Fiscal Year 2003/04 in return for funding in the amount of
$170.000. (ED/HSG)
24 - Approve an increase of $285.000 annually to the Master Lease Aareement with Dell
Inc., Round Rock, Texas. in accordance with State Contract #250~040-99~1, to allow
Clearwater Police to upgrade approximately 400 (225 laptop and 175 desktop computers)
machines under the terms and conditions of the City's existing Dell lease. (IT)
25 - Approve a subqrant aqreement with the Department of Environmental Protection
Coastal Zone Management Program, to build the Clearwater Community Sailing Center
docks.' (MR)
26 - Approve transfer of funds from the Marina enterprise fund into a CIP in the amount of
550.000 for ClealWater Marine Aquarium improvements. (MR)
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27 - Accept the donation of a commemorative statue from the Panhellenic FederatIon of
Florida to be installed at Pier 60, subject to final approval of building plans and the issuance of
a building permit. as well as the donor satisfying all terms of the donor agreement. (PR)
28 - Approve a contract with Laura M. Green to purchase a 1.089 square-foot. MOL. portion
of Lot 1, Blk A, Stevenson's Heights for $4,000, subject to terms and conditions contained
therein, plus approximate closing expenses of $50 for the total estimated consideration of
$4,050. (PW)
29 - Accept a 3.528.28 square-foot. MOL. DrainaQe and Utilitv Easement over and across a
portion of the SW 1/4 of See 04-29-16, conveyed by the Humane Society of North Pinellas,
Inc. for and in consideration of the sum of $1. (PW)
30 - Ratify and confirm the approval of a purchase order with Morelli LandscapinQ. Inc. in the
amount of $47,921.50, for completion of the Phase I landscaping and irrigation for the N.
Greenwood (MLK) Corridor Enhancement Project: Change Order #9 in the amount of
$28,501.88 (for a new total contract price of 52,459,452.75) to Steve's Excavating & Paving,
, Inc.; and Public Service Charges in the amount of $2,936 for mulch for erosion control in the
medians and the construction of a handicap ramp. (PW)
31 - Re-appoint Terry Byrd to the Clearwater Housinq Authority (ORLS) ,
32 - Re-appoint Commissioner Jonson to serve on the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority
(PSTA) for the three-year term beginning 10/01/03 through 09/30106. (ORLS)
OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
33 - Award a contract for Parking Access and Revenue Control Equipment for the Garden
Avenue Parking Garaqe and the South Beach parkinq lots to Royce Parking Control Systems,
Inc. at a cost not to exceed $590,654.35 per the RFP #39-02; anc~ authorize financing under the
City's Master Lease/Purchase Financing Agreement. (PW) ,
ACTION: Approved 3:2 (HH, FH).
34 - First Readinq Ord. 7170-03 - Establishinq a Sister Cities Advisorv Board: (ORLS)
ACTION: Continued to 9/18/03.
35 - Airpark Advisory Board - 1 Appointment (ORLS)
ACTION: Appointed Charles G. Harris.
36 - IAFF neqotiations update - None.
37 - Other Pending Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
38 - Other City Attornev Items
ACTION: Attorney/Client session re Pinellas County School ~oard vs. City scheduled for
9/15/03 at 8:30 a.m.
39 - City Manaqer Verbal Reports - None.
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a) Charter Review ~ how to receive report
ACTION: Continued to 9/18/03.
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b} December 2003 and January 2004 Meeting Schedule.
ACTION: To be confirmed.
41 - Other Commission Action ,
Jonson reported observations of improved law enforcement at Shepard's and recommended
establishing a narrow exclusion zone at the shore line to separate waders from boats.
Commission to discuss issue. "
Jonson said short-term rental problems continue in Clearwater ,beach residen.tial areas.. City
Attorney to review realtor's sales listing advertising weekly rental income.
Jonson invited r~sidents to participate in Clean-Up Day on 9/20/03.
Aungst said he is completing an editorial explaining City projects and reviewing timelines. He,
said staff has done a great job. '
42 - Adiournment - 10: 38 p.m~
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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
September 4, 2003
Present: Brian,J. Aungst
Hoyt P. Hamilton
Whitn~y Gray
William C. 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 Ma nager
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. The invocation
was offered by Pastor Thomas Jones of the Flowing River 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.
3 - Introductions. Awards, and Presentations
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Legislative Update
,Representative Jim Sebesta reviewed legislative issues related to transportation
topics addressed this year. The Mayor presented him with a plaque in appreciation of
work'done during the 2003 legislative session. '
a) Proclamations: Assisted Living Week - September 7-13,2003'
Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery - September 2003
Make a Difference Fishing Tournament Day -' October 4. 2003
b) Acknowledge graduates of Citywide Leadership Class.
, The Commission recognized graduates of the Citywide Leadership Class.
c) Acknowledge Clearwater for Youth Clearwater Green Wave (age 14 and under girls)
Basketball National Championship.
The Commission recognized mem~ers of the Clearwater for Youth Clearwater
Green Wave for winning the Basketball Division" National" Championship.
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Kiwanis Club of Springtime City President Do~g Williams presented the City a
check for S 1,500.
d} Presentation of check. Kiwanis Club of Springtime City.
e) Thank you from Phillies to City for 49 years at Jack Russell Stadium.
John Timberlake. representing the Philadelphia Phillies. presented tokens of '
appreciation.
4 - Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the August 21,2003
meeting, as recorded and submitted in written summation by the City Clerk to each
Trustee. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
5 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Aqend€!
David Hemerick requested the marine community support the new Downtown
marina by attending "Jazz on the Bay -' Raft Up or Anchor Down,'1 on October 18. 2003,
at 6:00 p.m. .
Scott Lawnsdale said prostitution and drug activity are evident along Cleveland
Street dLiring early morning hours and opposed the County:s plan to add fluoride to the
water system.
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John Domn observed the roundabout still works.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6 - Approve the recommended Penny for Pinellas proiect list. as revised, for Fiscal
Years 2003/04 through 2009/10 (BU)
On March 6, 1997, the City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 6137-97. The
ordinance established the requirement for a special hearing prior to the adoption of the
capital improvement budget to discuss the use.of Penny for Pinellas tax. and at any time
in which any proposed change to Penny for Pinellas funding is $500,000 or more.
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Two new projects are funded under this proposal including the Downtown
Streetscape project for Cleveland Stre,et in the area between Myrtle and Osceola
Avenues in the amount of $3.7-million, and the Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard and Highland
Avenue Gateway Intersection Improvement project in the amount of $1.5-million.
The only other,proposed change reallocates $1,361,500 in Penny for Pinellas
funding from savings in the Fire Shop/Supply Facility project to the planned project to
construct a new Fire Training Facility. .
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In response to a question. Budget Director Tina Wilson said staff is reviewing
maintenance costs for the Downtown streetscape project. It was stated future
'maintenance costs should be considered when approving new projects.
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Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve the recommended Penny for Pinellas
project list. as revised. for fiscal years 2003/04 through 2009/10. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously. '
7 - Public Hearinq & First Readinq Ord. 7187M03 .. settinq a final millaQe rate of 5.753
mills for Fiscal Year 2003/04 levied against non-exempt real and personal property
within the City. (BU)
In accordance with the State of Florida's ''TruthMin,,:Millage'' (TRIM) Act and City
Charter, it is necessary for the City Commission to adopt a final millage rate for the
upcoming fiscal year. In June'2003, the City Manager presented a preliminary operating
and capital improvement budget to the City Commission. This document recommended
a millage rate of 5.753 mills be adopted to raise $36,992,700. of ad-valorem property
taxes. The City Commission approved this rate as a tentative millage rate on July 17,
2003. Ordinance #7187-03 now is presented in order that this tentative rate be adopted
as the final rate for FY (Fiscal Year) 2003/04. This rate is the same millage rate as' ,
adopted for FY 2002/03.
8 - Public Hearinq & First ReadinQ Ord. 7188-03 - establishing the City of Clearwater
Annual Operatinq Budqet for Fiscal Year 2003/04. (BU)
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The City Charter, County regulations, and Florida State Statutes outline
requirements that must be met for the City to levy taxes and fees and spend resources
on mandated or desired goods and services. The adoption of this ordinance and two
related ordinances are an integral part of fulfilling these requirements.
In June 2003, the City Manager presented to the City Commission detailed
preliminary budgets that outlined estimated revenues and proposed expenditures for FY
2003/04. Copies of these documents were made available to residents and the news
media. A Commission Budget Work Session devoted to discussing operational, capital
improvement plan, and Penny for Pinellas issues was held in August 2003. Passage of
this Operating Budget Ordinance will adopt the operating budget and authorize the City
Manager to issue instructions to achieve and accomplish authorized services.
In response to a question. the City Manager said the source of funds to retain the
Beach Branch Library in future years will be based on City Commission direction. It was
recommended library material funds not be used again as a source of funding. Concern
was expressed future challenges to fund basic levels of City services will increase.
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9 - Public Hearinq & First Readinq Ord. 7189-03 . Capital Improvement Ordinance. on
First Reading establishinQ the FY 2003/04 budget and six-year plan for the Capital
Improvement Program (CIP). (BU)
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The City Charter, County regulations, and Florida State Statues outline
regulations that require local governments to prepare and adopt comprehensive
planning and development programs. The Capital Improvement Program plan provides
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the mechanism to meet these requirements. Major physical undertakings costing
$25,000 or more and having a useful life of at least five years are defined as "capital"
projects and are accounted for in this Capital Improvement Program.
In June 2003, the City Manager presented to the City Commission detailed
proposed operating and capital improvement budgets. The Capital Improvement
Program budget outlined projects and funding sources for $49.5~million of projects to be
undertaken in FY 2003/04. The budget also contains a six~year plan, which outlined
projects and funding sources for each of the six years, totaling $314.2Mmillion. Each of
these plan years will be reviewed and revised as needed, and budgets presented for
formal budget ado'ption in subsequent years.
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Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve Item 7, setting a final millage rate of
5.753 mills for Fiscal Year 2003/04 levied against non-exempt real and personal
property within the City, Item 8, establishing the City of Clearwater Annual Operating
Budget for the 2003/04 Fiscal Year, and Item 9, establishing the FY 2003/04 budget and
six-year' plan for the Capital Improvement Program, and that the appropriate officials be
authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance #7187-03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7187-03 on first reading. The motion'
was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonsqn, Hibbard, and Aungst.
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"Nays": None.
Ordinance #7188M03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7188-03 on first reading. The motion
was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote wa~:
, tlAyes": Gr~y, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
Ordinance #7189-03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7189-03 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll calif the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
'''Nays'': None.
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10- Public Hearinq & First ReadinQ Ord. 7106-03 - approve amendments to the
Community Development Code as relating to Comprehensive Infi1l Redevelopment
Projects, signage, length of time for Level One (Flexible Standard) and Level Two
(Flexible Development) development reviews, clarifies the effect of Level One (Flexible
Standard) and Level Two (Flexible Development) approvals, expands minor amendment
provisions regarding changes to Level Two development approvals, increases the
number of times and under what circumstances Level One (Flexible Standard
Development) and Level Two (Flexible Development) approvals can be extended, and
adds a definition for adopt-aMpark signs. (PLD)
The Planning Department hosted a Frequent Users Group (FUG) meeting on
November 15, 2002, to solicit concerns and suggestions to further improve the
, development review process. Meeting participants suggested several areas of the
Community Development Code that could be improved. Proposed Ordinance No. 7106-
03 incorporates some of the suggested amendments, as well as those identified by the
Planning Department. The proposed revisions focus primarily on the criteria for
Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Projects. certain signs. site plan revisions
subsequent to Level Two (Flexible Develop'ment) approvals and the timeframe for Level
One (Flexible Standard Development) and Level Two (Flexible Development)
development review. The proposed Ordinance also addresses the results of a lawsuit,
filed in Pinellas County court, State v. PODS, and settled on April 3, 2003, regarding the
amount of signage permitted on portable storage units and signage in residential areas.
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Proposed amendments are: 1) Amending Article 2, Zoning Districts, by deleting
one of the flexibility criteria for Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Projects in the'
Commercial, Tourist, Downtown, Office, Institutional, Industrial Research Technology
, and Open Space and Recreation Districts (pages 2-3 of Ordinance); 2) Amending Article
,3, Development Standards, Division 18 Signs, by making revisions and/or adding
provisions to prohibited signs, signs allowed in residential zoning districts, decorative
street signs for identification of subdivisions within City rights-of-way. adopt-a-park signs.
located in City rights-of-way or on other City-owned properties and directional
linformational signs serving a public purpose (pages 4-6 of Ordinance); 3) Amending
Article 3,. Development Standards, Section 3-2103, by increasing the amount of signage
permitted on portable storage units (page 7 of Ordinance); 4) Amending Article 4,
Development Review and Procedures by making revisions to the timeframe for
determining application completeness and sufficiency for Level One (Standard and
Flexible Standard) and Level Two (Flexible Development) development reviews and
making certain clarifications with regards to the type of development review to which
these sections refer (pages 7-11 of Ordinance); 5) Amending Section 4-303, Effect of
Level One approval, by clarifying the effective date of a Level One Approval and by
changing the number of times such an approval can be extended (page 10 of
Ordinance); 6) Amending Section 4-405, Effect of Decision, by clarifying the effective
date of a Level Two (Flexible Development) approval (page 11 of Ordinance); 7)
Amending Section 4-406.A, Changes to ~evel Two Development Approvals, revising.
minor amendment provisions for Level Two development approvals (page 12 of '
Ordinance); ,8) Amending Section 4-407, Expiration of Approval; by changing the number
of times a Level Two (Flexible Development) approval can be extended (pages 12
through 13 of Ordinance); and 9) Amending Article 8, Definitions and Rules of
Construction, Section 8-102 Definitions by adding a definition for adopt-a-park signs
(page 13 of Ordinance). ' '
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The Community Development Board reviewed the proposed ordinance at its
regularly scheduled meeting on July 15, 2003 and recommended approval.
Jacqueline Cosentino-Georges, representing PODS, reviewed her company's
efforts to reduce the size of signs on POD units and presented examples of signs being
fabricated to conform with the City's sign code. She said not all units have been
retrofitted. \^Jhen contacted by the CRT (Community Response Team) regarding signs
that have not been retrofitted, PODS replaces the signs. Ms. Cosentino-Georges said
approximately 400 units in the tri-county area have not been retrofitted. Some of those
may never turn up in Clearwater. The City Attorney said limiting POD signs to 12
square-feet is consistent with size restrictions for temporary signs.
Staff was complimented for developing the proposed amendments to the
Community Development Code and increasing community involvement. Planning
Director Cyndi Tarapani said staff plans to continue seeking input from the frequent user
group.
Discussion ensued in regard to the permitting process. Developers had
requested' additional time following Development Review Committee assessment to
make necessary changes prior to the COB (Community Development Board) submittal
deadline. It was noted some developers had indicated a willingness to pay extra fees to ,
streamline the process. In response to a' question, Ms. Tarapani said extending the'
completeness and sufficiency review time lines would allow developers additional time to
submit required paperwork rather than have projects delayed or'rejected. She noted the
frequent user group supports recommended changes.
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Ms. Tarapani said staff will be reviewing permit review and application fees.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve amendments to the Community .
Development Code as relating to Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Projects,
signage, length of time for Level One (Flexible Standard) and Level Two (Flexible
Development) development reviews, clarifies the effect of Level One (Flexible Standard)
'and Level Two (Flexible Development) approvals, expands minor amendment provisions
regarding changes to Level Two development approvals, increases the number of times
and under what circumstances Level One (Flexible Standard Development) and Level
Two (Flexible Development) approvals can be extended and adds a definition for adopt-
a-park signs. The motion was duly seconded an~ carried unanimously.
Commissioner Jonson moved to amend Ordinance #7106-03, Section 11. Article
3. Division 21. Section 3-21 03.B.3.f as follows: A maximum of two signs, no more than'
12 square-feet in area, each may be located on parallel sides of a portable storage unit
AND Section 22. Article 4. Division 4. Section 4-406.A as follows: A. Minor revisions,.
The community development coordinator is authorized to allow minor revisions to an
approved Level Two approval after receipt of comments from the development review
committee. A minor revision is one which: 1. Does not alter the location of any private
street and/or driveway by more than 20 feet. and Section 16. Article 4. Division 3.
Section 4-302 as follows: Section 4-302. Application/approval by community
development coordinator. A. Level One approval (minimum standard development
standards). An applicant for a level one approv.al....... The motiol:1 was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
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Ordinance #7106-03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass Ordinance #7106-03, as amended, on first reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
11 - Public Hearinq & First Readinq Ord. 7153-03 - Approve the Clearwater Downtown
Redevelopment Plan. (PLD)
Over the summer, numerous public meetings have been held on the Downtown
Plan. Recommendations from various community b'oards have been obtained and were
. presented to. the City Commission at the Special Downtown 'Plan Meeting on August 5,
20,03. The City Commission provided direction to the Planning Department on
numerous issues and revisions have been made. It should be noted, however, that one
DDS (Downtown Development Board) recommendation, regarding the need for design
, flexibility to preserve significant trees is not included. Further research has determined
that this flexibility already is available through provisions in th~ Community Development
Code. If the City Commission desires to specifically include this issue, the most
appropriate place to emphasize it would be in the Design Guidelines.
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Requested revisions and suggestions have been obtained from PPC (Pinellas
Planning Council) staff and the Pinellas County Planning Department, hoth of which
officially will review the Plan on,ce it is adopted. Revisions and additions have been
prepared to address their concerns. These changes were not discussed on August 5,'
2003.
Pinellas County has requested the City provide TIF (Tax Increment Financing)
projections for the County's portion at the 500/0 level for, the expanded CRA (Community
Redevelopment Agency). The Downtown Plan supports the County allocating 1000/0 of
the tax increment in this area as currently provided for in the original CRA.
Ms. Tarapani acknowledged staff efforts in bringing this plan forward and
reviewed highlights of the Downtown Redevelopment Plan. She said staff wanted to
create a plan that would work for 20 years. She noted the previous plan was very
structured. The six character districts in this plan provide flexibility. -The plan includes
public parks, streetscaping and a public amenities incentive pool. Design guidelines
also will be included.
Discussion ensued in regard to adding a proposed statement to the new, plan
vision section. Consensus was to add to the Downtown Vision Statement, "Property
maintenance (private and public). code enforcement, and cleanliness are keys to project
a "sparkling" image for Downtown." '
Discussion ensued regardi~g the public incentive amenity pool and Ms.Tarapani,
said staff has not defined the major amenity that would allow a height bonus for '
development. She noted some communities Ii~k one amenity with one incentive.
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Concern was expressed there needed to be more of a transition regarding height
in the Old Clearwater Bay area, particularly on the waterfront.
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Discussion ensued with recommendations that amenities be fair and represent
something of value to the public, heights be acceptable to residents, extra height near
the edges of Downtown be carefully considered, that the word "shall" related to amenity
availability be replaced with "may," and the amenity pool not be available for construction
in periphery areas. Concern was expressed that setting limits could kill a development
deal and that conflicting goals, wanting development and wanting to preserve the
integrity of neighborhoods, may pose problems.
Assistant City Manager Ralph Stone said the City Commission has provided
direction regarding transition areas. Ms. Tarapani said the City Commission could
exempt character districts from the amenity pool. Infi1l projects could not circumvent the
plan. She noted minimum standards have nofbeen determined. The COB (Community
Development Board) will hear any request for the amenity PC?ol at a public hearing.
The City Commission recessed from 7:52 to 8:03 p.m.
Concern was expressed undesirable uses Downtown not be pushed into nearby
neighborhoods. Ms. Tarapani said staff will review if amortization possibilities are not
causing these problems and distance separation between these establishments. The
City Attorney said the City cannot treat every problematic use the same as adult uses,
which are unique and can be restricted to certain 10catio)1s. It was stated clientele of
some of the problem uses live Downtown where no transition exists between commercial
and residential uses. Ms. Tarapani recommended against centralizing problematic uses.
Mr. Stone agreed most intense development will occur on the waterfront. Ms.'
Tarapani said Osceola Bay Club has been approved at 150-fee1. with conditions, one
requiring the development obtain a CO (Certificate of Occupancy) by August 2004. She
believed this would be difficult to meet.
Fifteen people commented on the Downtown Plan.
In response to comments, the City Attorney said amenity pool eligibility could be
disallowed in the Old Clearwater Bay transition area. Discussion ensued with comments
in support of a plan that includes built in protections but still has flexibility, will not require
amendments to accommodate a great project, clarifies maximum permitted heights,
increases minimum height bonuses to 10-feet, and can evolve for reasonable
development.
In re'sponse to a question, the City Attorney said staff will nee'd to review the
development agreement for a Downtown hotel near CGI to determine unit limits for that'
project. She noted most of Old Clearwater Bay west of Osceola Avenue is not eligible for
a height bonus. Ms Tarapani stated conflict will occur if-other bonuses are allowed. Mr.
Stone noted there is anapproved site plan for a 150-foot building between Jones and
Drew Street.
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Commissioner Hibbard moved to amend the Downtown Redevelopment Plan to
reflect maximum Old Clearwater Bay Character District heights: f) 150-feet - west of
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Osceola Avenue between Drew and Georgia streets; 2) 120-feet - west of Osceola
Avenue between Georgia and Eldridge streets; 3) 1 OO-feet - west of Osceola Avenue
between Eldridge Street and northern boundary of Old Clear\vater Bay Character
District. The motion was duly seconded and carried un~nimously.
Commissioner Jonson moved to amend the Downtown Redevelopment Plan by
adding to Relationship of Downtown Plan to Community Development Code
(Amendment 40, Page 130 of Plan), paragraph 1\\'0, following sentence three, "The
Public Amenities Incentive Pool is the only tool identified to consider building height, in
excess of that set by the character districts." AND adding to Public Amenities Incentive
Pool (Amendment 41 of Exhibit B of Ordinance, Page 130 of Downtown Plan), to Pool
Allocation Process, following sentence two, ''The CDB may consider granting an
increase in the maximum building height specified in a character district if the developer
, of a site plan application provides a major public amenity, as defined in the Community
Development Code, and the increase in height does not exceed 200/0 'of the maximum
permitted height. The motion was duly seconded.
Commissioner Hamilton proposed an amendment to Amendment 41 to permit a
minimum height bonus of 10-feet. Commissioner Jonson and the seconder agreed to
the amendment. The motion, as amended, was carried unanimously.
... Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve all amendments to the Downtown,
'Redevelopment Plan presented by staff and as attached as Exhibit A hereto. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. .
Commissioner Jonson moved to amend the Downtown Redevelopment Plan: 1)
add new second sentence to Objective 2D on page 50, "The Trail presents the .
opportunity to bring people into Downtown, and as such, is a unique source of economic
development."; 2) add to Policy 1 0 on page 52, ". . .the people drawn to . . ." following
Uses along the Pinellas Trail should be oriented toward the Trail to take advantage of...;
3) add following to Policy 14 on page 53, "Litter control and maintenance of landscaped
areas shall be a priority for Downtown. The City will maintain its properties and public
infrastructure as the example for other property owners."; and 4) change paragraph two,
Page 86 Environmental Quality to reference 'Town Lake" rather than "Town Pond." The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimou~ly.
A concern was expressed the plan does not include an urban design element.
Staff indicated the element would come forward to the Commission for approval and
then be inc,?rporated into the plan.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve the Clearwater Downtown
Redevelopment Plan, as amended. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously. . .
Ordinance #7153-03 was pres'ented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance #7153-03 on first reading as
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ItNays": None.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
12 - Ord. 7155-03 - Approve the petition for Annexation for property located at 1856
East Drive (Clearwater Highlands Unit A, Blk B, Lot 7, Sec. 02-29-15) (Ljuljic).
ANX2003-05010
Ordinance #7155-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7155-03 on second and
final reading. The motion ,wa,s duly secondeq and upon'roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None. '
,13 - Ord. 7156-03 - Approve Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Low
(RL) to City Residential Low (RL) for property located at 1856 East Drive (Clearwater"
Highlands Unit A. Blk B, Lot 7. Sec. 02-29-15)'(Ljuljic). ANX2003-05010 '
, Ordinance #7156-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only. ,
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7156-03 on second and final
reading. The motion'was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
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lIAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
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"Nays": None.
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14 - Ord. 7157-03 - Approve Zoninq Atlas Amendment from County R-3. Single-Family,
Residential District. to City Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) for property located
at 1856 East Drive (Clearwater Highlands Unit A, Blk.8, Lot 7, Sec. 02-29-15) (Ljuljic).
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, Ordinan'ce #7157-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only. .
'Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordi'1ance #7157-03,on second and
/inal reading., The motion WClS duly seconded and upon roll call, th~ vote was: '
"Ayes": (3ray, Hamilton. Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Naysll: None..
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15 - Ord. 7158..03 - Approve Land Use Plan Amendment from ,Commercial General
(CG) to Residential Urban (RU) for property located at 1120 Woodlawn Street (Lots 1
through 12, inclusive, Blk B and Lots 21, 22, 23 and 24, Blk A, and the West Y2 of
vacated Tioga Avenue, lying east of Lots 21, 22, 23 and 24, Blk A, Harvey Park Sub..
Sec~ 22-29-15) (Largo Housing Dev Corp & Tampa Bay Community Dev Corp).
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Ordinance #7158-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7158-03 on second 'and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray. Hamilton. Jonson. Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": Norie.
,16 - Ord. 7159-03 - Approve Zaninq Atlas Amendment from the C, Commercial District
to Low Medium Densitv Residential (LMDR) for property located at 1120 Woodlawn
Street (Lots 1 through 12, inclusive. Blk B and Lots 21. 22. 23 and 24. Blk A. and the
West Y2 of vacated Tioga Avenue, lying east of Lots 21, 22, 23 and 24. Blk Al Harvey
Park Sub. Sec. 22-29-15) (Largo Housing Dev Corp & Tampa Bay Community Dav
Corp). LUZ2003-05003
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, Ordinance #715,9-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
, Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7159-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll c~lI. the vote was:
ItAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard. and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
17 - Ord. 7160-03 - Approve the petition for Annexation for property located at the
northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth Road intersection, consisting of 5
parcels together with a portion of the 30 foot right-of-way along Allen Avenue. consisting
of Lots 4-17 together with Lots 12-151 Blk 4, and pa rt of Lots 9-11 with a portion of Lot 8,
Blk 4. Acker's Sub, together with the abutting"right-of-way along Charles Avenue.
(Hupp/M~Mullen)~ ANX2003-05011
Ordinance #7160-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7160-03 on second and final'
reading., The motion was duly seconded arid upon roll call. the vote was:
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"Ayesl': Gr~y. Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None:
, Absent: Hamilton.
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18 - Ord. 7161 ~03 - Approve Land Use Plan Amendment to Residential/Office General
(R/OG) for property located at the northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth
Road intersection, consisting of 5 parcels together with a portion of the 30 foot right-of-
way along Allen Avenue, consisting of Lots 4-17 together with Lots 12-15, Blk 4, and part
of Lots 9-11 with a portion of Lot 8, Blk 4, Acker's Sub, together with the abut~ing right-
,of-way along Charles Avenue. (Hupp/McMullen). ANX2003-05011
Ordinance #7161-03 was presented fo'r second reading and read by title only.
, Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7161-03 on second and
final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes"; Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
19 - Ord. 7162-03 - Approve Zoninq Atlas Amendment to Office (0) for property located
at the northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth Road intersection,
consisting of 5 parcels together with a portion of the 30 foot right-of-way along Allen
Avenue, consisting of Lots 4-17 together with Lots 12-15, Blk 4, and part of Lots 9-11
with a portion of Lot 8, Blk 4, Acker's Sub, together with the abutting right~of-way along
Charles Avenue. (Hupp/McMullen). ANX2003-05011
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Ordinance #7162-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt 'Ordinance #7162-03 on second and
final reading. The ,motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays": None.
20 - Ord. 7166-03 Approve Land Use Plan Amendment to ResidentiallOffice General
(R/OG) for property located at the northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth
intersection consisting of a portion of Lots 6-13, Blk 4, consisting of 3 parcels. together
with a portion of the 30 foot wide right-of-way for Allen Avenue. Acker's Sub together
,with abutting right-of~way along Charles Avenue (Hupp/McMullen). .ANX2003-05011
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Commissioner Jonson moved to amend Ordinance #7166-03 as follows: Section
. 1 of the ordinance is amended by substituting a revised map depicting the current
Pinellas County Future Land Use Plan'designation of "P" for the written legal description
of the subject property to serve as the attached legal description. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimou'sly.
Ordinance #7166-03, as amended, was presented for second reading and read
by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7166-03. as
amended, on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll
call, the vote was:
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"Naystl: None.
ltAyes": Gray. Hamilton. Jonson. Hibbard. and Aungst.
21 - Ord. 7168-03 -Approve Zoning Atlas Amendment to Office (0) for property located
at the northwest corner of the Allen Avenue/McMullen-Booth intersection consisting of a
portion of Lots 6-13, Blk 4. consisting of 3 parcels, together with a portion of the 30 toot'
, wide right-of-way for Allen Avenue, Acker's Sub together with abutting right-ot-way along
Charles Avenue (Hupp/McMullen). ANX2003-05011 and LUZ2003-05004
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Commissioner Hibbard moved to amend Ordinance #7168-03 as follows: Section
1, of the ordinance is amended by substituting a revised map depicting the current
Pinellas County Zoning Map designation of "P_1" for the written legal description of the
subject property to serve as the legal description. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Ordinance #716~-03, as amended. was presented for second reading and read
by title only. Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7168-03. as
amended, on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll '
call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson. Hibbard, and Aungst.
"Nays'~: None.
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CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #22 - 32) - Approved as submitted.
Consent Agenda items require no formal public hearing and are subject to .
appr'oval by a single motion. However, any City Commissioner or the City Manager'may ,
remove a'n item from the Consent Agenda for discussion and individual vote.
22 - Approval of Purchases per Purchasing Memorandum:
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a) Diesel Energy Systems, Largo, Florida - Service contract for Emergency ,back-up
generator maintenance during the contract period: 10/01/03 through 09/30/04 for ,
$150,000. (GS) ,
b) Department of Management Services. Tallahassee. Florida - Service contract for
Centranet lines and Suncom long distance service during the period: 10101/03 through
09/30104 for $179,930. (IT)
c) Nextel Communications, Norcross, Georgia - Service contract for Cellular and radio
services during the period: 10/01/03 through 09/30/04 for $242.720. (IT)'
d) Verizon Florida. Inc. - Service contract for Frame relay Tl's and Centranet trunks,
directory service, Norstar maintenance, long distance overflow, frame relay internet
service, credit card and collect calling service during the period: 10101/03 through
, 09/30104 for $492, 130. (IT) ,
e) Angelo's Aggregate Materials dba: Angelo's Recycled Material, ~argo, Florida -
Service contract forDisposal of materials suitable for recycling during the period:
10/01/03 through 11/30/04 for $750,000. (SW) .
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23 - Approve an Aareement between the City and the Clearwater Reclional Chamber
of Commerce for tourism services in Fiscal Year 2003/2004 in return for funding in the
amount of $170.000. (ED/HSG)
24 - Approve an increase of $285,000 annually to the Master Lease AQreement with
Dell Inc., Round Rock, Texas, in accordance with State Contract #250-040-99-1. to
allow Clearwater Police to upgrade approximately 400 (225 laptop and 175 desktop
computers) machines under the terms and conditions of the City's existing Dell lease.
(IT) ,
25 - Approve a subarant aqreement with the Department of Environmental Protection
Coastal Zone Manaaement ProQram. to build the Clearwater Community SailinQ
Center docks. (MR) ,
26 - Approve transfer of funds from the Marina enterprise fund into a CIP in the amount
. of $50.000 for Clearwater Marine Aauarium improvements. (MR)
27 - Accept the donation of a commemorative statue from the Panhellenic Federation
of Florida to be installed at Pier 60, subject to final approval of building plans and the
issuance of a building permit, as well as the donor satisfying all terms of the donor
agreement. (PR)
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28 - Approve a contract with Laura M. Green to purchase a 1.089 square-foot, MOL.
portion of Lot 1, Blk A, Stevenson's Heiahts for $4,000, subject to terms and conditions
contained therein, plus approximate closing expenses of $50 for the total estimated
consideration of $4,050. (PW)
29 - Accept a 3.528.28 square-foot. MOL. DrainaQe and Utility Easement over and
across a portion of the SW 1/4 of Sec 04-29-16. conveyed by the Humane Society of
North Pinellas. Inc. for and in consideration of the sum of $1. (PW)
30 - Ratify and confirm the approval of a purchase order with Morelli LandscapinQ. Inc.
in the amount of $47.921.50, for completion of the Phase I landscaping and irrigationfor
the N. Greenwood (MLK) Corridor Enhancement Project: Change Order #9 in the
amount of $28,501.88 (for a new total contract price of $2,459,452.75) to Steve's
Excavating & Paving, Inc.; and Public Service Charges in the amount of $2,936 for
mulch for erosion control in the m!3dians and the construction of a handicap ramp. (PW)
31 - Re.appoint Terry Byrd to the ClearWater HousinQ Authority (ORLS)
32,- Re-appoint Commissioner Jonson to serve on the Pinellas Suncoast Transit ,
'Authority (PSTAlfor the three-year term beginning 10/01/03 through 09/30/06. (ORLS)
Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted and
that the appropriate officials ~e authorized to execute same., The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
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OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
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33 - Award a contract for Parkinq Access and Revenue Control Equipment for the
Garden Avenue Parking GaraQe and the South Beach parkinQ lots to Royce Parking
Control Systemst Inc. at a cost not to exceed $590.654.35 per the RFP #39-02; and
authorize financing under the City's Master Lease/Purchase Financing Agreement. (PW)
The current parking access and revenue control equipment is approximately 10
to 17 years old, depending on location, and no longer is produced or supported by the
manufacturer. Specifications for a new on-line system were developed and an extensive
RFP process was completed. The, selection committee was comprised of
representatives from the Parking System. IT, Traffic Engineering and the Budget Offi~e.
The new equipment will be an on-line real-time system that will be monitored
from the Parking System office and will provide a much greater detail of information than
currentlyayailable. All of the equipment can be relocated to different parking facilities
should the need arise (i.e., Beach Walk). The quoted price provides for complete
installation costs including conduit for fiber connections, surge and lightning protection,
and an inventory of spare parts. Work will commence within 30 days of and be
completed within 75 days of notice to proceed. Of the total. 5578,654.35 will be lease
purchased. vyarranty costs of $12,000 will be billed to the City at $1,500 per quarter.
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Lease purchase payments of principal and interest are estimated to be $201,000
annually, calculated for three years at a rate of 2.50/0. For FY2004, Parking Fund
revenues are expected to exceed expenditures by approximately $550,OOO.,which will
provide sufficient revenue to fund the increase in lease purchase payments and warranty
costs.
Police Lieutenant Mike Waters said cashier lots offer a greater sense of security
,than metered lots, where drivers often do not feed the meter until they see parking
enforcement or the police. . ,
Parking Facilities Manager Tracey Bruch said exit cashiering is more efficient
and provides' better management of spaces as they empty. It was noted after an
experiment had been conducted at Pier 60, using attendant parking, staff recommended
putting meters back but a previous Commission overruled the recommendation. '
An opinion was expressed queuing in the parking lot would remove traffic from
congested beach roadways.,
One resident supported queuing in parking lots indicating it improved traffic flow.
Public Works Administrator Mahshid Arasteh said the recommendation from
roundabout consultant Barry Crown required building a separate roadway between
parking lots to allow for queuing.
In response to a question, Ms. Bruch said while metered lots are less expensive
to operate, cashier lots allow 1000/0 compliance. Current enforcement is minimal with a
400/0 average violation rate in Downtown'.
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In response to a concern regarding the cost of this proposal, the City Manager
said staff has determined this recommendation will work best for the City. Ms. Bruch
said the recommendation is based on providing customer service. According to surveys,
beach goers indicate they prefer attended parking, even if they pay more. Some Pier 60
parking spaces may appear empty, but they are reserved for public service vehicles and
. concession staff. As vehicles exit the lot, the cashier is informed a space has opened.
Police Aides handle traffic that spills into the roadway while waiting to access the parking
lot. City Engineer Mike Quillen said these types of problems will disappear once Beach
Walk is constructed. Ms. Bruch said, when mass exodus occurs, during a storm for
examplel staff discounts parking rates in cashiered lots 50 vehicles do not pay for time
waiting to exit.
Commissioner Jonson moved to award a contract for Parking Access and
Revenue Control Equipment for the Garden Avenue Parking Garage and the South
Beach parking lots to Royce Parking Control Systems. Inc. at a cost not to exceed
$590,654.35 per the RFP #39-02; and authorize financing under the City's Master
Lease/Purchase Financing Agreementl and that the appropriate officials be authorized to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded. Commissioners Gray and Jonson and
Mayor Aungst voted "Aye"; Commissioners Hamilton and Hibbard voted .'Nay." Motion
carried.
34 - First Readinq Ord. 7170-03 - Establishinq a Sister Cities Advisory Board. (ORLS)
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The City of Clearwater has been involved in the Sister Cities program and is a
Sister City to the City of Nagano, Japan. The Sister Cities Advisory Board shall advise
the City Commission of activities and program issues that might impact the expansion or
development of the Sister Cities program. The board shall consist of five' members who
are residents of the City. The Sister Cities Advisory Board shall include the following:
one member of the City Commission, a representative of the local business community;
the School Board's World Language Coordinator or designee, a Clearwater Sister Cities
Inc. representative. and a Cultural ,Arts Foundation representative. Representatives of
the Clearwater Sister Cities Inc. and Cultural Arts Foundation shall be nominated by their
respective organizations. Members shall be appointed by Jhe City Commission to serve
for a term of four years.
Discussion ensued regarding residency requirements and it was suggested the
item be continued.
Commissioner Gray moved to continue Item 34 to September 15, 2003. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
35 - Airoark Advisory Board - 1 Appointment (ORLS)
Commissioner Hibbard moved to appoint Charles G.,Harris. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
36 - IAFF neqotiations update - None.
37 - Other Pendinq Matters - None.
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38 - Other City Attornev Items
The City Attorney requested an attorney/client session regarding the Pinellas
County School Board versus the City be scheduled for September 15,2003, at 8:30 o,m,
Consensus was to so schedule.
39 - City ManaQer Verbal Reports - None.
40 - Commission Discussion Items
a) Charter Review - how to receive report
Item 40a was continued to September 15, 2003.
AND
b) December 2003 and January 2004 Meeting Scheduie.
'.Staff is recommending having two meetings in December on the first and third
Thursday of the month and having one meeting in January on the fourth Thursday with
work sessions the preceding Mondays. '
Dates to be confirmed.
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41 - Other Commission Action
Commissioner Jonson reported observations of improved law enforcement at
Shepard's and recommended establishing a narrow exclusion zone at the shoreline to
separate waders from, boats. The Commission will discuss this issue in the future'.
Commissioner Jonson said short-term rental problems continue in Cle'arwater
beach residential areas. The City Attorney will review a realtor's sales listing I which
advertises a property's weekly rental income.
Commissioner 'Jonson invited residents to participate in Clean-Up Day on
September 20. 2003.
Mayor AunQst said he is completing an editorial explaining City projects and
reviewing timelines. He said ~taff has done a great job. .
42 - Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:38 p.m.
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