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CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
December 4,2003
Present:
Hoyt P. Hamilton
Whitney Gray
William C. Jonson
Frank Hibbard
Vice-Mayor/Comm issioner ,
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner
Absent: Brian J. Aungst
Mayor/Commissioner
Also Present: William B. Horne II
Garry Brumback
Ralph Stone
Pamela K. Akin
Cynthia E. Goudeau
Brenda Moses
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Board Reporter
The Vice-Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. Reverend Le,ddy
Hammock of Unity Church of Clearwater offered the invocation. The Vice-Mayor led the Pledge
of Allegiance.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessar~ly discussed in that order. '
3.
Introductions. Awards and Presentations
a. Proclamation: Miniature Art Month - January 2004
The Vice-Mayor proclaimed January 2004 Miniature Art Month.
Carol Curtis announced from January 18 - February'8, 2004, there will be a miniature
art exhibit at the Leepa-Rattner Museum in Tarpon Springs. She encouraged everyone to
attend. ' ,
b. 112003" Changing Neighborhood Award" - for ongoing dedication and commitment to our
citizens while improving our neighborhoods.
Isay Gulley, Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services, presented the award.
4. Approval of Minutes - ReQular Meeting November 20. 2003
Commissioner Hibbard moved, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
November 20, 2003, as recorded and submitted in written summation by the City Clerk to each
Commissioner. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
5. Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda
John Wiser asked that the opening of the Countryside Recreation Center' on Sundays
:-rom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. be promoted. He referred to an article re arrests increasing at Clearwater
High School and indicated in his experience as a bus driver more problems occurred with
middle school students. He invited all to ride on a school bus.
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Leon Barber, Le'Azon Technology Institute, discussed a proposal to rent the old N.
Greenwood Library for 5 years at $1.00/year with option to buy and listed the services to be
provided.
Fritz Fracino said he has partnered with L TI to hire people from the area needed. He
indicated this partnership has been successful.
Talmadge RutledQe, a trainee of the program. spoke in support of L TI.
Dorothy Stanley expressed concern about traffic calming plans for the Skycrest
neighborhood, especially traffic circles.
Elaine Hartman expressed support for the traffic calming plans for Skycrest.
Joanna Siskin expressed support for the traffic calming plans for Skycrest indicating
650/0 of the residents support it. '
The City Manager explained how the public process works regarding traffic calming in
neighborhoods.
Garv Miller offered to discuss traffic calming plans for Skycrest with Ms. Stanley.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.
Public HearinQ & First Readino Ordinance 7232-03 - Approve the applicant's request to
vacate the 60-foot right-of-way of Allen Avenue from the southerly extension of the west
property line of Lot 15. Block B. Ackers Subdivision to the westerlv riqht-of-wav line of
McMullen Booth Road (C. R. 611 ), subiect to the retention of a drainaqe and utility
easement over the full width of the rioht-of-wav to be vacated and vacate the three foot
utility easements Iving alonq the rear lot lines of Lots 4 thru 15, inclusive. Block B,
Ackers Subdivision, (A.K.A. 2730 McMullen Booth Road) (V2003-11 Hupp/McMullen)
The subject property is proposed to be developed into a 19,560 square foot
medical/surgical office. Allen Avenue is presently unimproved and will be used as the primary
access into the property as well as a secondary access into the existing condominium project to
the south known as "The Vinings". The City presently has sewer and potable water facilities in
the Allen Avenue right-at-way. No city utilities exist in the 3-toot utility easements.
Verizon, Verizon Media Ventures, Bright House Cable and Progress Energy have no
objections to the vacations requested. Public Works Administration has no objections to the
vacations requested. .
Commissioner Gray moved to approve the applicant's request to vacate the 60-foot '
-ight-of-way of Allen Avenue from the southerly extension of the west property line at Lot 15,
Slack B, Ackers Subdivision to the westerly right-of-way line of McMullen Booth Road (C.R.
611), subject to the retention of a drainage and utility easement over the full width of the right-
ot-,way to be vacated and vacate the three foot utility easements lying along the' rear lot lines of
~ots 4 thru 15. inclusive, Block B, Ackers Subdivision, (A.K.A. 2730 McMullen Booth Road)
.:V2003-11 Hupp/McMullen). The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance #7232-03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7232-03 on first reading. The motion was
;jUly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
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"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.'
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
7. Public Hearin~ & First Readinq Ordinance 7215-03 - Approve an amendment to the
aporoved Park Place Development of Reoional Impact (DR!) Development Order
throuQh the Notification of Proposed Chanoe process bv extendinQ the build-out date of
the DRI by five years to December 31, 2008. (Section 17-29-16). (To be continued to
12118/03)
Staff requested this item be continued to the meeting of December 18. 2003.
Commissioner Gray moved to continue Item #7 to the December 18. 2003, meeting.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
, 8. Ordinance No. 7201-03 - Approve the Petition for Annexation of property located at
2386 Dora Drive (Lot 70. Rollinq Heiqhts in Sec. 7-29-16). ANX2003-08020 (Jeffery &
Deanna Rooers) ,
Ordinance #7201-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7201-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray,' Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
9. Ordinance No. 7202-03 - Approve the Land Use Plan Amendment from County
Residential Low (RL) to City Residential Low (RL) for 2386 Dora Drive (Lot 70. Rollino
HeiQhts in Sec. 7-29-16). ANX2003-08020 (Jeffery & Deanna Roqers)
Ordinance #7202-03 was 'presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adop~ Ordinance #7202-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": ~ray, Hamilton, Jonson. and Hibbard.
, "Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
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Ordinance No. 7203-03 - Approve Zonina Atlas Amendment from the County R-3.
Sinole-Familv Residential District. to the City LMDR, Low Medium Density Residential
District for 2386 Dora Drive (Lot 70, Rollino Heiahts in Sec. 7-29-16). ANX2003-08020
(Jefferv & Deanna Roaers) ,
Ordinance # 7203-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
, Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7203-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
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"Ayes": Gray. Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.,
11. Ordinance No. 7204-03 - Approve the Annexation of property located at 2525 Druid
Road (consistino of M&B 44/041 and a portion of Lot 3. Sever Park in. Sec18-29-16).
ANX2003-08021 & LUZ2003-08006 (Tree Top at Druid)
Ordinance #7204-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7204-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
UAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.'
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
12. Ordinance No. 7205-03 - Approve the Land Use Plan Amendment from Residential
Urban (RU) (County) and Residential/Office General (R10G) to Residential Low Medium
(RLM) and Preservation (P) for property located at 2525 Druid Road ( consistino of M&B
44/041 and a portion of Lot 3, Sever Park in. Sec18-29-16). ANX2003-08021 &
LUZ2003-0B006 (Tree Too at Druid)
Ordinance #7205-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jo~son moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7205-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
13. Ordinance No. 7206-03 . Approve Zoning Atlas Amendment from C-2. General Retail.
Commercial and Limited Services District (County) and the O. Office District to the
MDR. Medium Density Residential District and the P. Preservation District for property
located at 2525 Druid Road (consistinQ of M&B 44/041 and a portion of Lot 3. Sever
Park in. Sec18-29-16). ANX2003-08021 & LUZ2003-0B006 (Tree Top at Druid) ,
Ordinance # 7206-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance # 7206-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
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"Ayes": Gray. Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
14. Ordinance No. 7207 -Q3 - Approve the Land Use Plan Amendment from
Residential/Office General (R/OG) to Commercial General (CG) for property located at
1515 South Hiohland Avenue (consisttng of a 1.16-acre portion of Parcel 1 of the
Labelle Plaza Shopp;no Center, in Sec. 23-29-15). LUZ2003-08007 (LaBelle Plaza
Shopp;nQ Center)
Ordinance #7207-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7207-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent:, Aungst.
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Ordinance No. 7208-03 - Approve Zonina Atlas Amendment from 0, Office District to
the C, Commercial District for property located at 1515 South Hiohland Avenue
(consistinQ of a 1.16 acre portion of Parcel '1 of the Labelle Plaza Shopping Center, in
Sec. 23-29-15). LUZ2003-08007 (LaBelle Plaza Shoppino Center)
Ordinance #7208-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commis~ioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7208-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote wa~:
"(\yes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
16. Ordinance No. 7231-03 - Approve amendments to Chapter 3. Land Use
Plan/Redevelopment Plan reqarding the, attraction and development of a
retail/entertainment complex; and Downtown strategies. the capital improvement plan
and tax increment revenue proiections sections of Chapter 4 Plan Implementation
associated with the Plan.
Ordinance #7231-03 was presented for second reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7231-03 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
UAyes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
'INays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
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CONSENT AGENDA (Items 17 thru 24) - 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.
17. Appoint Frederick I. Ziegler to the remainder of a two-year term, expiring in May 2004,
as a Trustee of the 'ClealWater Firefiqhters' Supplemental Trust Fund in accordance with
Sec. 175.061 of the Florida State Statutes. (FD)
18. Approve increase to the North Greenwood Branch Librarv proiect budQet in the amount
of $10,235.06 to allow a final change order to Anqle & Schmid, Inc. to be issued and
payment made. (LIB)
19. Approve a three-year lease aqreement with 105 Capital in the amount of $36.000.
(Estimated) for Canon IR3200 hioh-speed color copier in accordance with State of
Florida IT Contract #250-000-03-01. (PC)
20. Accept a 240 square foot sidewalk easement conveyed bv First Church of Christ
Scientist. ClealWater. Florida. Inc.. for 51.00 and other consideration over and across
the south 40 feet of the west six feet of lot 5. Block 3. A. C. Turners 3rd Addition. (PW)
21.
Approve Change Order No.4 and Final. decreasinq Contract No 00-0029-UT, 2000
Reclaimed Utility Improvements. with A & l Underqround, Inc. in the amount of
$102,317.08 for a new contract total of S5.428,786.07~ ratify and confirm Aoril10. 2003
payment of Invoice No. 14 to A & l UnderQround. Inc.. in the amount of $53,024.72 and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (PW)
22. Reappoint Jan ReQulski to Library Board for term expirinq 12/31/07. (ORlS)
23. Appoint to Enterprise Zone Development AQency Paul Brian Schuh (Business
OperatinQ within Area cateQory) to fill remainder of term expirinQ 7/31/07 and Kristin
Griffin (local Private Industrv cateqory) to fill remainder of term expirinQ 07/31/05.
(ORLS)
24. Appoint Kathy Milam to Community Development Board to fill remainder of term expiring
02128/04. (ORlS)
Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted, and that
:he appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
OTHER ITEMS'ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
25. Adopt Resolution 03-41. approving the transfer, of Verizon Media Ventures Inc. Cable
Television Franchise to Knologv of Florida ~roadband. Inc.
On June 20, 1996. the City of Clearwater adopted Ordinance 6046-96, granting a cable
'ranchise to GTE Media Ventures. Inc.. a wholly owned subsidiary of GTE Corporation. The
:Jrdinance granted the use of the City of Clearwater rights-of-way for a term of ten (10) years.
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On April 6,2000, the City of Clearwater adopted resolution 00-13. granting a transfer of
control of the cable television franchise from GTE Media Ventures. Inc., to Verizon Media,
Ventures. Inc. as part of the GTE Corporation - Bell Atlantic Corporation merger.
On July 22. 2003. Verizon Media Ventures submitted to the City of Clearwater FCC
Form 394. a request to transfer control of the cable television franchise to Knology of Florida
Broadband, Inc. Under the associated purchase agreement, Knology will assume control of the
franchise and all associated assets within the City of Clearwater. ' '
Knology New Media, Inc. is an integrated service provider, offering cable television.
high~speed Internet. and local telephone service through a single connection. The company has
assets primarily in the Southeast - Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina and Florida.
The closest existing franchise is located in Panama City, Florida.
City staff from Public Communications. Legal, and Internal Audit has'reviewed
documentation related to the transfer, and Public Communications staff has visited Knology's
headquarters to speak with company leaders and inspect the company's infrastructure. Knology
has assured staff that the company will comply with all provisions of the cable television
franchise agreement as adopted in Ordinance 6046-96.
The asset purchase agreement and applicable FCC application documentation are
available for review in the Official Records and Legislative Services Department.
Public Communications Director Doug Matthews said staff visited Knology's facilities.
reviewed the proposal and are comfortable with it. In response to a question. Ms. Akin said she
would expect a subsequent transfer if Knology is unable to live up to their promises. A concern
was expressed in Knology's ability to compete.
Felix Pecoohie, Knology, said his firm is excited in operating a competitive system in
Clearwater.
Bob Hayes. Verizon. said he believes that Knology is the right firm to assume cable
operations in Clearwater. '
Commissioner Gray moved to approve the transfer of Verizon Media Ventures Inc.
Cable Television Franchise to Knology of Florida Broadband, Inc. and authorize the approprJate
officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Resolution #03-41 was presented and read by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved
to pass and adopt Resolution #0341 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. '
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call. the vote was:
"Ayeslt:Gray. Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
,Absent: Aungst.
26. Appoint Alternate Member to the Community Development Board (COB)
Ms. Goudeau said at Monday's Work Session, consensus was to appoint Kathy Milam
as a full member to the COB. She said the list of applicants remains the same with the
addition of Daniel Dennehy. '
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Commissioner Jonson said he spoke to Nicholas Fritsch, an applicant for this
appointment, who indicated he would support Mr. Dennehy.
Commissioner Jonson moved to appoint Daniel Dennehy as the alternate member of the
COB. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
, 27. Continue MPO Membership as is with Addition of One Member Representing the BiQ-C
Ms. Goudeau said the County wanted formal action regarding this item.
Commissioner Hibbard moved to continue the MPO membership as is with the addition
of one member representing the Big-C. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously. '
28.' IAFF Union Neqotiations Update
Assistant City Manager Garry Brumback updated the Commission regarding IAFF union
negotiations. He said some 'issues remain following the December 3, 2003, meeting with the
Special Master. On December 19, 2003, the Special Master will provide his recommendations
on those items still in dispute. If both parties agree, the issues will go to the union for
ratification. If there is still disagreement on some points, an impasse hearing can resolve. Only
those articles the Commission imposes will remain in force for one' year and will have expired
on September 2003. Staff will be back at negotiations once ag,ain.
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Other PendinQ Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
30.
Charter Amendments - First Readino
a. First Readinq Ordinance 7235-03 -' Submittina to the city electors proposed
amendments to the City Charter amendino Section 7.02: reauirino the Commission to
appoint a charter review advisory committee every six years: amending Section 8.04:
eliminatinQ specific requirements for fees. petition cards. and dates for QualifyinQ as a
candidate: makino non-substantive arammatical. numberina. and oroanizational
amendments to the City Charter. '
Ms. Akin said this ordinance will provide for three referendum questions and reviewed
the proposed amendments. She said amendments include a number of grammatical changes,
changes from commission/commissioner to council/council member and changes when the
Vice Mayor is appointed which will be the first meeting in April.
Discussion ensued in regard to the total number of questions for the March 2004 ballot
and whether'this number should be reduced. Ms. Akin said she would bring the proposed order
of questions forward at second, reading. " '
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve Item #30 a, submitting to the city electors
proposed amendments to the City Charter amending Section 7.02; requiring the Commission to
appoint a charter review advisory committee every six years; amending Section 8.04;
eliminating specific requirements for fees, petition cards, and dates for 'qualifying as a
candidate: making non-substantive grammatical, numbering, and organizational amendments to
the City Charter. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
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Ordinance #7235-03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray moved to pass Ordinance #7235-03 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
b. First Readino Ordinance 7237 -03 - Submitting to the city electors a proposed
amendment to the City Charter amendinQ Sections 2.01 (d)(4). 2.01 (d)(5) and 2.01 (d)(6),
which provides for limitations on Commission powers relatino to city-owned real
properlY. .
FindinQs Prior to Disposition of City-Owned Real Property
Ms. Akin said there are substantive changes to the section on limitations. This section
adds Stevenson's Creek as an exception regarding dredging. Mr. Brumback said the dredging
of Stevenson's Creek would create a more manatee-friendly environment.
Findinas Prior to Disposition of City-Owned Real Property
Ms. Akin said a suggestion was made by Charter R'eview Committee Member John
Doran to amend,this question to make it sound more'positive. She said the suggested
language would not change the meaning of the question and is as follows: Shall Sections
2.01 (d)(5)(i), (ii), (iii), (iv), and (v) of the City,Charter be amended as provided in Ordinance No.
7237-03 to require that the Commission determine at a public hearing that the sale, lease,
donation, or other transfer of municipal real property serves the public interest and eliminate the
requirement that municipal real property be declared surplus? '
Commissioner Gray moved to amend the ballot language as recommended by John
Doran. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
. Easements
Ms. Akin said the proposed change to this question adds easements to what the City
, can grant on recreation/open space property.
Donation of Real Property
Ms. Akin said this question addres'ses uneconomical remainders which are slivers of
land of no value to anyone but abutting property owners.
Limitations on Leases of City-Owned Real Property
Discussion ensued in regard to this question and Ms. Akin said Mr. Doran' has
suggested language as follows: Shall Sections 2.01 (d){5)(vii) and (viii) of the City Charter be
amended as provided in Ordinance No. 7237-03 to clarify the language; require a referendum
for leases which have terms. in excess of 30 years; ~lIow leasing of real property for more than
60 years; and remove the requirement that leases contain recapture and reverter clauses?
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Commissioner Gray moved to amend the ballot language as recommended by John
Doran. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Appraisals for PurchasinQ Property
'The City Attorney said this question raises the thresholds for getting appraisals for when
the City purchases real property. In response to a question, she believed this provision had
never been changed.
City-Owned Public Facilities - Downtown Waterfront
Ms. Akin said this question allows the construction and operation of City~owned
recreation facilities such as boat slips, docks, dock master's office and amphitheater generally
bounded by Drew Street, Osceola Avenue, Chestnut Street, Clearwater Harbor and located
below the bluff. It would also allow the construction of a parking facility on that portion of the
property south of Cleveland Street.
Discussion ensued in regard to this question being one of the more controversial ones
and it was suggested instead of reading "that portion of the property south of Cleveland Street"
the question be changed to read "a portion of the property south of Cleveland Street." It was
noted the intent is to re!ocate the bandstand that already exists and relocating parking below
Harborview and putting it on a portion not on the entire site south of Cleveland Street.
Discussion ensued in regard to changing the language in the Charter as well.
Commissioner Gray moved to amend the text in the ordinance, the ballot question and
charter to read u.. .shall be located on a portion of the property south of Cleveland Street." The
mO,tio,n was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
, A citizen said she had a problem with the charter being indefinite. She expressed
concern in grouping the marina, parking garage and amphitheater together and requested the
elements be voted on individually.
Discussion ensued in regard to grouping everything together and it was remarked there
would be numerous opportunities for public input at public meetings regarding these elements.
A concern was expressed that with multiple segments in the question there is a greater chance
the citizens will vote against it.
Commissioner Jonson moved to limit the question to the boat slips, docks, and dock
master's office and associated appurtenances.
There was no second. Motion failed.
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve Item 30(b) submitting to the city electors a
proposed amendment to ,the City Charter amending Sections 2.01(d)(4), 2.01 (d}(5) and
2.01 (d)(6), which provides for limitations on Commission powers relating to city-owned real
property as amended. The motion was duly seconded and carried u~animously. ,
Ordinance #7237~03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Gray'moved to pass Ordinance #7237-03 as amended on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon' roll call, the vote was:
MAyes": Gray, Hamilton. Jonson, and Hibbard.
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"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
c. First Readina Ordinance 7238-03 -, Submittina to the city electors a proposed
amendment to the City Charter amendina Section 2.03: increasing the term of office for
commissioners to four years: reducina the disqualification oeriod from one term to two
years for commissioners who are disqualified from running bv term limits.
Length of Commission Terms. Disqualification Period and Vacancies.
Ms. Akin said there is only one question associated with this section.
, Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve submitting to the city electors a proposed
amendment to the City Charter amending Section 2.03; increasing the term of office for
commissioners to four years; reducing the disqualification period from one term to two years for
commissioners who are disqualified from running by term limits. The motion was duly,
secqnded and carried unanimously. <
Ordina'nce #7238-03 was presented for first reading and read by title only.
Commissioner Jonson moved 'to pass Ordinance #7238-03 on first reading. The motion was
duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, and Hibbard.
"Nays": None.
Absent: Aungst.
31. Other City Attornev Items - None.
32. City Manaaer Verbal Reports - None.
33. Other Commission Action
a. Metropolitan P,lanning Organization (MPO) Appointment
Commissioner Jonson and Commissioner Hibbard both expressed their desire to serve
on the MPO.
Concern was expressed that it would be very difficult for Commissioner Jonson to serve
on both the PST A and the MPO. It was felt there would be too much responsibility and the
workload woutd result in an unfair distribution of committee assignments and cause ,conflicts.
, Commissioner Gray moved to appoint Commissioner Hibbard to represent the City on
, the MPO. The motion was duly seconded.'
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In response to a question, Commissioner Jonson said he would welcome the
opportunity to return to serving on the TBRPC but wanted to wait until after the election.
Commissioner Hibbard requested patience regarding concerts this weekend as Drew
Street will be closed; he attended theYWCA board meeting where two Clearwater residents
received awards; he attended 81. Paul's Grandparents Day and noted Jim Smith1s spectacular
sculpture; he attended Home for the Holidays where Warrick Dunn helps a family, encouraged
everyone to attend the Festival of Lights on December 22; he noted the Clearwater Aquarium
will be associated with the Festival and open from 6M9 p.m.; he attended the Gold Shield
Foundation where scholarships and money are given for families of an officer lost in the line of
duty.
Commissioner Gray thanked CNHS for participating in Home for the Holidays; she
, hopes someday 1say Gulley wHl run for Commission; she thanked all who sent her cards, eM
mails, etc. regarding her leaving the area.
Commissioner Jonson attended part of the Pinellas Legislative Delegation at the
Holocaust Museum; he complimented the City Attorney for her win in the Granite Outdoor
Advertising case; he thanked Congressmen Young and Bilirakis for returning tax dollars to the
community; he appreciated Mainstreet staff and Downtown Development Board for a fun start
to Holiday season. . ,
Commissioner Hamilton commented on traffic this weekend in downtown; he mentioned
" a Christian Rock Concert Friday night, the Phasanal convention at Harborview, and the Fantasy
of Lights at Pier 60; he attended the Mayor's Council Holiday party at Pappas'; he announced
the groundbreaking of the House of Prayer in the Bayview neighborhood on December 8 at 11
a.m.; he announced a press conference at the new stadium on December 8 for the unveiling
the new name and uniforms and said the name of the new stadium may be announced; he
noted there is an Officer Friendly party. and a Friends of Clearwater Library fundraiser at
Carloue! Yacht Club; he announced a ribbon cutting for new Fire Station #49 and the Annual
Holiday Parade dn December 12, the christening by Congressman Young of a new wheelchair
accessible pontoon donated by Paralyzed Vets of America on December 13, and the next Work
Session on December 15.
34. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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