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CITY OF CLEARWATER
NOTICE OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS
The City of Clearwater proposes to adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 7782-07
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, MAKING AMENDMENTS TO THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF THE CITY AS ADOPTED ON MAY 18, 2000 AND AMENDED ON JULY
12, 2001, OCTOBER 7, 2004, AND OCTOBER 20, 2005, BY AMENDING THE RECREATION AND
OPEN SPACE ELEMENT, BY AMENDING AND ADDING POLICIES AND OECTIVES; ADDING
TRAILS TO THE LIST OF FACILITIES IN OBJECTIVE 27.1;v PROVIDING FOR
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION WITH OTHER PUBLIC ENTITIES IN OBJECTIVE 27.2;
ADDING PINELLAS COUNTY TO JOINT USE AGREEMENT PARTNERS IN POLICY 27.2.5; ADDING
OPEN SPACES TO OBJECTIVE 27.5; REWORDING POLICY 27.5.3 FOR CLARITY; ADDING POLICY
27.5.5 PROVIDING FOR COORDINATION WITH FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL AGENCIES AND
NONPROFITS TO MANAGE NATURAL AREAS AND OPEN SPACE; ADDING POLICY 27.5.6
PROVIDING FOR ENHANCEMENT OF OPEN SPACE AND NATURAL AREAS BY RESTORING
DEGRADED NATURAL COMMUNITIES AND ERADICATING NON-NATIVE VEGETATION; ADDING
OBJECTIVE 27.6 FOR DEVELOPMENT AND ENHANCEMENT OF BLUEWAYS, GREENWAYS AND
RECREATIONAL TRAIL SYSTEMS; ADDING POLICY 27.6.1 REGARDING GREENWAYS AND
TRAILS; ADDING POLICY 27.6.2 FOR PROVISION OF NEW OR ENHANCED/MAINTAINED ACCESS
TO WATERBODIES FOR RECREATIONAL USE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Public hearings on the proposed ordinance will be held as follows:
Tuesday February 20, 2007 - Community Development Board 1:00 p.m.
Thursday March 15, 2007 - City Council (1st Reading) 6:00 pm
(or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard)
The public hearings will be heard in the City Council Chambers, 3rd floor of City Hall, 112 South Osceola
Avenue, Clearwater, Florida,
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board or Council, with respect to any matter
considered at such hearings, will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to
ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is to be based per Florida Statute 286.0105.
Gina Clayton Cynthia E. Goudeau, MMC
Planning Department City Clerk
City of Clearwater
P.O. Box 4748, Clearwater, FL 33758-4748
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ORDINANCE NO. 7782-07
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
MAKING AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF
THE CITY AS ADOPTED ON MAY 18, 2000 AND AMENDED ON
JULY 12, 2001, OCTOBER 7, 2004, AND OCTOBER 20, 2005,
BY AMENDING THE RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE
ELEMENT, BY AMENDING AND ADDING POLICIES AND
OBJECTIVES; ADDING TRAILS TO THE LIST OF FACILITIES
IN OBJECTIVE 27.1; PROVIDING FOR INTERGOVERNMENTAL
COORDINATION WITH OTHER PUBLIC ENTITIES IN
OBJECTIVE 27-2; ADDING PINELLAS COUNTY TO JOINT USE
AGREEMENT PARTNERS IN POLICY 27.2.5; ADDING OPEN
SPACES TO OBJECTIVE 27.5; REWORDING POLICY 27.5.3
FOR CLARITY; ADDING POLICY 27.5.5 PROVIDING FOR
COORDINATION WITH FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL
AGENCIES AND NONPROFITS TO MANAGE NATURAL AREAS
AND OPEN SPACE; ADDING POLICY 27.5.6 PROVIDING FOR
ENHANCEMENT OF OPEN SPACE AND NATURAL AREAS BY
RESTORING DEGRADED NATURAL COMMUNITIES AND
ERADICATING NON-NATIVE VEGETATION; ADDING
OBJECTIVE 27.6 FOR DEVELOPMENT AND ENHANCEMENT
OF BLUEWAYS, GREENWAYS AND RECREATIONAL TRAIL
SYSTEMS; ADDING POLICY-27.6.1 REGARDING GREENWAYS
AND TRAILS; ADDING POLICY 27.6.2 FOR PROVISION OF
NEW OR ENHANCED/MAINTAINED ACCESS TO
WATERBODIES FOR RECREATIONAL USE; AND PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS the Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land Development
Regulation Act of Florida empowers and requires the City Council of the City of Clearwater
to plan for the future development and growth of the City, and to adopt and periodically
amend the Comprehensive Plan, including elements and portions thereof; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved Ordinance Number 6794-01, which amended
the Comprehensive Plan of the City on February 15, 2001; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved Ordinance Number 7295-04, which amended
the Comprehensive Plan of the City on October 7, 2004; and
. WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater has invested significant time and resources in
preserving, maintaining and enhancing Clearwater's open space, greenways and trails; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater has a need to recognize the importance of open
space, blueways and greenways and trails in the City; and
Ordinance No. 7782-07
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater has the need to recognize partnerships with both
private and public sector entities to further the preservation, maintenance and
enhancement of Clearwater's open space, greenways and trails;
WHEREAS, amendments to the Comprehensive Plan of the City have been
prepared in accordance with the applicable requirements of law, after conducting the
appropriate planning analysis, and public participation through public hearings, opportunity
for written comments, open discussion and the consideration of public and official
comments; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Board, serving as the designated Local
Planning Agency for the City, has held a public hearing on the proposed amendments and
has recommended adoption of the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments have been transmitted to the. Florida
Department of Community Affairs for review and comments, and the objections,
recommendations and comments received from the Florida Department of Community
Affairs have been considered by the City Council, together with all comments from local
regional agencies and other persons, in preparing the final draft of the amendments; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary, desirable and proper to adopt the
amendments to the objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan in order to reflect
changing conditions; now, therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Amendments 1 - 5 to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan attached
hereto as Exhibit "A" are hereby adopted.
Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective when the Department of
Community Affairs (DCA) issues a final order determining the adopted amendment to
be in compliance, or the Administration Commission issues a final order determining the
adopted amendments to be in compliance, in accordance with Section 163.187 or
163.3189, F.S., as amended.
PASSED ON FIRST READING
PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL
READING AND ADOPTED
Frank Hibbard
Mayor-CounciImember
Approved as to form: Attest:
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Leslie Dougall-Sides Cynthia E. Goudeau
Assistant City Attorney City Clerk
Ordinance No. 7782-07
EXHIBIT A
ATTACHMENT TO ORDINANCE 7782-07
AMENDMENT 1 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend following Objective 27.1 of Goal 27 of the Plan on pages G-2 as follows:
27.1 Objective - The City shall ensure that parks, open space, trails and recreation
facilities are efficiently and adequately maintained for all segments and districts of the
population according to the level of service standards established for the City.
AMENDMENT 2 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend following Objective 27.2 of Goal 27 of the Plan on pages G-2 as follows:
27.2 Objective - The City of Clearwater shall continue intergovernmental coordination
with the private sector and other public entities to increase public recreational opportunities
and open space acreage.
AMENDMENT 3 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend Policy 27.2. 5 of Goal 27 of the Plan on pages G-3 as follows:
27.2.5 Maintain existing joint-use agreements between the Parks and Recreation
Department and the Pinellas County School Board, and St. Petersburg Amiof College, and
the Pinellas County Government.
Exhibit A Ordinance No. 7782-07
AMENDMENT 4 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend policies and Objective 27.5 of Goal 27 on pages G-6 as follows:
27.5 Objective - Enhance and maintain the City's unique physical characteristics by
making the best use of existing and potential recreation lands and open spaces.
Policies
27.5.3 The City should utilize and preserve areas of ecological, historical, or
archaeological value for parks and recreation when possible.
27.5.5 Coordinate with other federal, state or local agencies and/or non-profit
organizations to manage natural areas and open space when appropriate.
27.5.6 Enhance open space and natural areas by restoring degraded natural communities
and eradicating non-native vegetation.
AMENDMENT 5 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Add new Objective 27.6 and policies of Goal 27 on pages G-6 as follows:
27.6 Objective - Develop new and enhance existing blueways, reg enwavs and
recreational trail systems throughout Clearwater.
Policies
27.6.1 The City will continue to develop reg enwavs and trails as identified in Shifting
Gears-Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
27.6.2 The Ci . will provide new access or enhance/maintain existing access to water
bodies where possible for recreational use.
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Assistant City Attorney Leslie Dougall-Sides said modifications to Items D6 and D7 do
not require a referendum. The vacation issue is addressed by City ordinance. Mr. Szabo said
the applicant has worked with the City to use the Second Street right-of-way for construction
staging for an undetermined period of time. Mr. Wells said the developer dedicated the land for
Second Street and is paying for its construction. Infrastructure for the office trailers has been
constructed. Mr. Szabo said Second Street will be open when the hotel opens, in approximately
24 months. He said staging is required until interior work begins. Mr. Szabo said the developer
is paying to construct the concession facility through a license agreement with the City.
. Discussion ensued with comments that the 50-year license agreement in the
Development Agreement is extensive and significantly longer than other concession leases on
the beach. It was stated that 400 additional parking spaces will create traffic issues on the
beach. It was questioned if a pedestrian bridge would have alleviated safety issues.
Ms. Dougall-Sides said the length of the lease in the Development Agreement has not
changed. It was stated that the Development Agreement predates City Charter revisions done
five years ago. Discussion ensued with support expressed for elimination of the bridge and
elevator. It was stated that pedestrian traffic would cross the street even with a pedestrian
bridge, which could confuse pedestrians and be rarely used.
Member Tallman moved to approved Case FLD2007-01001 based on the evidence and
testimony presented in the application, the Staff Report and at today's hearing, and hereby
adopt the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of law stated in the Staff Report with conditions of
approval as listed. The motion was duly seconded. Members Milam, Coates, Tallman, Dame,
and Behar, and Chair Gildersleeve voted "Aye"; Member Fritsch voted "Nay." Motion carried.
Member Behar moved to recommend approval of Case DVA 2007-00001 based on the
evidence and testimony presented in the application, the Staff Report and at today's hearing,
and hereby adopt the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law stated in the Staff Report. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
8. Level Three Application
Case: CPA2007-01001 Amendments to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan
Applicant: City of Clearwater, Planning Department.
Request: Amendments to the Recreation and Open Space Element of the Clearwater
Comprehensive Plan amending and adding policies and objectives.
Neighborhood Associations: Clearwater Neighborhoods Coalition (Joe Evich, President, P.O.
Box 8204, Clearwater, FL 33758)
Presenter: Felicia Leonard, AICP, Administrative Support Manager.
The text amendments proposed will assist the Parks and Recreation Department's efforts
to compete for grants from the State of Florida to acquire and enhance open space and natural
lands. The text amendments proposed to the Recreation and Open Space section of the
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan recognize the importance of preserving, maintaining, and
enhancing Clearwater's open spaces, blueways, greenways and trails. The proposed text
amendments also further the coordination with other private and public entities to preserve,
maintain, and enhance such areas.
A total of five amendments are proposed to the text of the Clearwater Comprehensive
Plan in Ordinance 7782-07. This text amendment is considered a large-scale plan amendment
and requires review and approval by the Florida Department of Community Affairs.
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A summary of each amendment: 1) Amendment 1 - Revise Objective 27.1 - Proposed
revised objective 27.1 adds the City of Clearwater's trails to the list of facilities that should be
efficiently and adequately maintained. The City has been maintaining trails for over a decade and
developed their first Bikeways and Trails Plan in 1996. The Bikeways and Trails Plan has been
recently updated and replaced by Shifting Gears: Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master
Plan (2006); 2) Amendment 2 - Revise Objective 27.2 - Proposed revised objective 27.1 strikes
the word intergovernmental and adds other public entities for clarification. Presently, the City
actively coordinates with the private sector, other public entities and non-profit organizations to
provide recreation and open space on a regular basis.; 3) Amendment 3 - Revise Policy 27.2.5
- Proposed revised policy 27.2.5 reflects the agencies with which the Parks and Recreation
Department presently has joint use agreements. It also reflects the change in name of St.
Petersburg Junior College to St. Petersburg College; 4) Amendment 4 - Revise Objective 27.5
and change/add appropriate policies - Proposed revised objective 27.5 proposes to include
open spaces as well as land used for recreation purposes. Proposed revised policy 27.5.3 adds
the words preserve and when possible for clarification. Proposed policies 27.5.5 and 27.5.6 add
specific policies to reflect the management and enhancement of open space areas. The City of
Clearwater actively manages open spaces and natural areas and coordinates with other entities
when possible. As part of that management, the City currently enhances open space and
natural areas by restoring degraded natural communities and eradicating non-native vegetation;
5) Amendment 5 - Add Objective 27.6 and associated policies - Proposed objective 27.6 and
policies 27.6.1 and 27.6.2 add an objective and associated policies for the purpose of
developing and enhancing existing blueways, greenways and trails. The City of Clearwater has
been developing and enhancing existing greenways and recreational trail systems throughout
Clearwater over the last decade. Shifting Gears: Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master
Plan (2006) identified a comprehensive trail system for future development.
The City recently supported efforts of the Pinellas County Planning Department to
develop a Blueways Guide that includes blueway opportunities in Clearwater. Blueways are
small boat and paddling routes that combine recreation and environmental awareness and allow
users to travel to specific destinations. The City of Clearwater's Parks and Recreation
Department presently provides access and maintains/enhances access to water bodies for the
purpose of recreation.
Pursuant to Community Development Code Section 4-603(F) no amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan shall be approved unless it complies with the following standards: 1) The
amendment will further implementation of the comprehensive plan consistent with the goals,
policies and objectives contained in the plan.-The proposed amendments to the Recreation and
Open Space Element of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan further refine the City's existing
policies and objectives. The proposed amendments are consistent with the existing goals,
policies and objectives contained in the plan and actually expand the city's long range planning
policies related to the provision and preservation of recreation and open space in the City in
general; 2) The amendment is not inconsistent with other provisions of the comprehensive plan.
The proposed amendments are consistent with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan. They
broaden the City's approach to the provision of recreation and open space opportunities and gain
consistency between the Comprehensive Plan and Shifting Gears: Clearwater's Bicycle and
Pedestrian Master Plan; 3) The available uses, if applicable, to which the property may be put are
appropriate to the property in questions and compatible with existing and planned uses in the
area. The proposed amendments are text amendments that are not directly related to a specific
property; and 4) Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the propert y.
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The proposed amendments are text amendments that are not directly related to a specific
property: 1) The amendment will not adversely affect the natural environment. The proposed
amendments seek to preserve, maintain and enhance the natural environment by including
important open space, greenways, blueways and trail provisions and 2) The amendment will not
adversely impact the use of property in the immediate area. The proposed amendments are text
amendments that are not directly related to a specific property.
The proposed amendments to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan recognize the
importance of preserving, maintaining and enhancing Clearwater's valuable trails, greenways
and open spaces. The proposed amendments also recognize the desire to coordinate
Clearwater's effort in preserving, maintaining and enhancing recreation and open spaces with
other private sector and public entities. These proposed amendments will also assist in the
development of competitive grant applications to further such efforts.
The Planning and Parks and Recreation Department Staff recommend approval of
Ordinance 7782-07 that amends the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan.
Member Milam moved to recommend approval of Case CPA2007-01001 on today's
Consent Agenda based on evidence in the record, including the application and the Staff
Report, and hereby adopt the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law stated in the Staff
Report. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
E. CONTINUED ITEMS (Items 1 - 3):
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The following summarizes the Recreation and Open Space Element:
• There are three (3) classifications of open space and four (4) classifications of related land uses
identified in the Recreation and Open Space element. The benefits of open space and related
land uses are many and include development pattern, aesthetic, environmental and recreational
benefits. These land uses provide a benefit to the City and will continue to be incorporated into
development and redevelopment plans.
• Currently, 10.9% of the City's total land area falls under the existing land use classification of
"recreation open space," and includes parks, preservation areas and vacant land
• Vacant land provides certain open space benefits to the City, and its loss will continue to be
partially offset through the dedication of open space land on site or elsewhere in the City.
• Beautification of open space along the gateway corridors is needed to enhance the City's image
Distinguishing "core" parkland, i.e., community, neighborhood, mini, and scenic parks from
other "adjunct" parkland; it is found that a current Level of Service (4.9) acres per one thousand
(1,000) persons is provided. An established minimum Level of Service of four (4) acres per one
thousand (1,000) persons for Citywide application will continue to be adequate.
• Areas of the City are deficient of various types of parks and should be the priority for new
recreation uses.
• All ages of the City's population will be taken into consideration when recreation needs are
assessed. Clearwater has a variety of water-based recreation opportunities including beaches,
boating and fishing which can continue to be developed for the benefit of both residents and
visitors.
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GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
27. GOAL - TO DEVELOP A SYSTEM OF OPEN SPACES, PARKS AND RECREATION
FACILITIES WHICH ARE DESIGNED FOR THE MAXIMUM SATISFACTION OF
THE RECREATIONAL NEEDS OF CLEARWATER'S RESIDENTS AND
TOURISTS.
27.1 Objective - The City shall ensure that parks, open space, trails and recreation
facilities are efficiently and adequately maintained for all segments and districts of
the population according to the level of service standards established for the City.
Policies
27.1.1 Establish a minimum Level of Service standard of four (4) acres of core system
parkland for every one thousand (1,000) persons for Citywide application. The
subdistrict level of service will be 2 acres per 1,000 persons. For the purpose
of applying this Level of Service standard, core system parkland includes
community, neighborhood, mini and scenic parks.
27.1.2 Locate new neighborhood parks near schools, local or collector roads, and
transit routes if feasible.
27.1.3 Locate new community parks and expansions to existing community parks
adjacent to arterial streets and/or transit routes whenever possible.
27.1.4 Continue to provide automobile and bicycle parking facilities at all community
parks.
27.1.5 Parking lots, which serve public parks, may be constructed with a permeable
surface subject to pavement requirements in the Community Development
Code.
27.1.6 Continue to provide automobile and bicycle parking facilities at public
beaches.
27.1.7 Preserve beach accessways through development control and preservation of
accessible street ends.
27.1.8 Continue to provide handicapped parking in public park parking lots and
ramps at park buildings to ensure that recreational lands and facilities are
accessible to special user groups such as the handicapped and the elderly.
27.2 Objective - The City of Clearwater shall continue intergovernmental coordination
with the private sector and other public entities to increase public recreational
opportunities and open space acreage.
Policies
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27.2.1 Continue to enforce the adopted Recreation and Open Space Land Dedication
Requirements for the express purpose of maintaining the existing Levels of
Service of recreation lands and facilities.
27.2.2 Funds collected under dedication requirements shall be expended to benefit the
development from which they were collected, specifically:
1. Open space funds shall be expended within a two (2) mile radius when
used for the acquisition of community parkland, within a one (1) mile
radius when used for the acquisition of neighborhood or mini-park
parkland, or at any location in the City when used for the acquisition
of parkland to be used for the development of a resource-based
recreation area or citywide service in accordance with the
+ established service radius guidelines.
2. Recreation facilities land funds shall be expended within a two (2) mile
radius when used for the acquisition of community parkland, within a
one (1) mile radius when used for the acquisition of neighborhood or
mnn-park parkland, or at any location in the City when used for the
acquisition of parkland to be used for the development of a special
facility site when the site is based on a recreational facility that is
deemed to provide Citywide service in accordance with established
service radius guidelines; and
Recreation facilities funds shall be expended within a two (2) mile
radius when used for facilities placed in a community park, within a
one (1) mile radius when used for facilities placed in a neighborhood or
mini park, or at any location in the City when used for a facility which
serves as the basis for the development of a special facility site
providing City wide service.
27.2.3 Recreation facilities funds collected under dedication requirements shall be
expended in consideration of the need for recreation facilities as determined by
the application of the service radius guidelines and primary user guidelines
contained in this plan and in conjunction with other considerations determined
to be relevant by the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department and
approved by the City Manager.
27.2.4 Provide an incentive within the City's recreation facility impact fee structure
for private developers to provide recreational opportunities for their residents.
27.2.5 Maintain existing joint-use agreements between the Parks and Recreation
Department and the Pinellas County School Board, and St. Petersburg junior
College, and the Pinellas County Government.
27.2.6 Ensure easy access to recreational resources by private sector organizations as
well as by individuals.
27.2.7 Review, and revise if necessary, the City's Recreation and Open Space Land
Dedication Requirements.
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27.2.8 Coordinate the Parks and Recreation Department's plans and activities with all
other appropriate City departments and government agencies.
27.2.9 Coordinate Parks and Recreation Department's plans with local community
groups when appropriate.
27.3 Objective - Continue to increase the supply of core system parkland in areas
needing additional neighborhood parks and mini-parks.
Policies
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and primary service guidelines for recreation facilities
27.3.3 Maintain the provisions of the City charter regarding the required referendum
prior to approval the sale of public parklands to ensure adequate public
recreation and open space lands within the City.
27.3.4 Address the varying desires of the City's population when implementing
recreation plans, with special attention to the needs of those who may have
significantly limited recreational alternatives such as low and moderate income
groups, minorities, youth and the elderly.
27.3.5 Beautify parks and selected open space sites to enhance the city's visual
quality.
27.3.6 The following recreation facilities are needed to satisfy level-of-service
standards.
playground apparatus 0
neighborhood recreation centers 1
community recreation centers 0
gymnasiums 6**
baseball diamonds, reg. 0
baseball diamonds, youth 0
softball diamonds, adult 2
softball diamonds, youth 0
football/soccer fields 0
basketball courts, outdoor
tennis courts 0
handball/racquetball courts
swimming pools 0
fitness courses 0
horseshoe courts 0
lawn bowling courts 0
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shuffleboard courts 0 0
golf courses 0 0
** City owned and controlled facilities are needed since time available at leased facilities
has become too limited.
27.4 Objective - Preserve natural open space areas which constitute aesthetic and/or
ecological community assets.
Policies
27.4.1 To maintain adequate open space in the City's neighborhoods and commercial
areas, the City will continue to administer landscape, drainage and impervious
surface regulations in the Community Development Code.
27.4.2 The City shall pursue designation and acquisition of open space areas in new
and redeveloping areas through the creation of green permeable areas in
easements, traffic islands, etc., in compliance with the City's Community
Development Code.
27.4.3 Continue to designate appropriate land "Preservation" and "Recreation/Open
Space" in the Future Land Use Plan whenever feasible.
27.4.4 Preserve coastal and interior wetlands, floodways, floodplains, and other
environmentally significant areas to protect their aesthetic and environmental
qualities which benefit the City.
27.4.5 Continue to promote environmental education through various programs
including television, brochures, lectures and other public relations methods.
27.4.6 Maintain at least four percent (4%) of the total land in the City as "recreation
open space" park uses by enforcing the City's current open space land
dedication requirements.
27.4.7 In order to preserve "recreation open space" as defined herein for passive
recreation pursuits, direct the development of recreation facilities to "recreation
facilities lands:"where possible.
27.4.8 When possible, provide open space properties which have the diversity of
resources necessary for nature study and the enjoyment of natural assets in
order to assure environmental understanding.
27.4.9 Coordinate recreation planning with other plans concerning water quality,
stormwater management, fish and wildlife management, and environmental
education.
27.4. 10 Enhance the image of Clearwater by developing gateway corridor
beautification projects.
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27.4.11 Beautify and provide recreation and open space opportunities for the
commercial redevelopment areas of Clearwater Beach, Downtown and Gulf-to-
Bay, through the City's "One City, One Futidr-e" Plan.
27.5 Objective - Enhance and maintain the City's unique physical characteristics by
making the best use of existing and potential recreation lands and open spaces.
Policies
27.5.1 The City shall be responsible for maintaining the environmental integrity of
. significant and unique areas owned by the City.
27.5.2 Incompatible land uses located in or near recreational areas and any action,
which is known to have severe adverse impacts on such areas, should be
minimized or abolished.
27.5.3 The City should utilize and preserve areas of ecological, historical, or
archaeological value for parks and recreation areas-when possible,
27.5.4 The historic preservation components of the City's Comprehensive Plan, the
Florida Department of State and private historical and archaeological
organizations should be consulted when considering development or
redevelopment of lands thought to have some historical or archaeological
significance.
27.5.5 Coordinate with other federal, state or local agencies and/or non-profit
organizations to manage natural areas and open space when appropriate.
27.5.6 Enhance open space and outdoor recreation areas by restoring degraded
natural communities and eradicating non-native vegetation.
27.6 Objective - Develop new and enhance existing blueways, greenways and
recreational trail systems throughout Clearwater.
Policies
27.6.1 The City will continue to develop greenways and trails as identified in
Shifting Gears-Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
27.6.2 The City will provide new access or enhance/maintain existing access to
water bodies where possible for recreational use.
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Recreation and Open Space Needs Summary
The following summarizes the Recreation and Open Space Element:
• There are three (3) classifications of open space and four (4) classifications of related land uses
identified in the Recreation and Open Space element. The benefits of open space and related
land uses are many and include development pattern, aesthetic, environmental and recreational
benefits. These land uses provide a benefit to the City and will continue to be incorporated into
development and redevelopment plans.
• Currently, 10.9% of the City's total land area falls under the existing land use classification of
"recreation open space," and includes parks, preservation areas and vacant land
• Vacant land provides certain open space benefits to the City, and its loss will continue to be
partially offset through the dedication of open space land on site or elsewhere in the City.
• Beautification of open space along the gateway corridors is needed to enhance the City's image
Distinguishing "core" parkland, i.e., community, neighborhood, mini, and scenic parks from
other "adjunct" parkland; it is found that a current Level of Service (4.9) acres per one thousand
(1,000) persons is provided. An established minimum Level of Service of four (4) acres per one
thousand (1,000) persons for Citywide application will continue to be adequate.
• Areas of the City are deficient of various types of parks and should be the priority for new
recreation uses.
• All ages of the City's population will be taken into consideration when recreation needs are
assessed. Clearwater has a variety of water-based recreation opportunities including beaches,
boating and fishing which can continue to be developed for the benefit of both residents and
visitors.
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GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
27. GOAL - TO DEVELOP A SYSTEM OF OPEN SPACES, PARKS AND RECREATION
FACILITIES WHICH ARE DESIGNED FOR THE MAXIMUM SATISFACTION OF
THE RECREATIONAL NEEDS OF CLEARWATER'S RESIDENT` AND TOURISTS.
27.1 Objective - The City shall ensure that parks, open spacefnd recreation facilities
are efficiently and adequately maintained for all segnGts and districts of the
population according to the level of service standards established for the City.
Policies
27.1.1 Establish a minimum Level of Service standard of four (4) acres of core system
parkland for every one thousand (1,000) persons for Citywide application. The
subdistrict level of service will be 2 acres per 1,000 persons. For the purpose of
applying this Level of Service standard, core system parkland includes
community, neighborhood, mini and scenic parks.
27.1.2 Locate new neighborhood parks near schools, local or collector roads, and
transit routes if feasible.
27.1.3 Locate new community parks and expansions to existing community parks
adjacent to arterial streets and/or transit routes whenever possible.
27.1.4 Continue to provide automobile and bicycle parking facilities at all community
parks.
27.1.5 Parking lots, which serve public parks, may be constructed with a permeable
surface subject to pavement requirements in the Community Development
Code.
27.1.6 Continue to provide automobile and bicycle parking facilities at public beaches.
27.1.7 Preserve beach accessways through development control and preservation of
accessible street ends.
27.1.8 Continue to provide handicapped parking in public park parking lots and ramps
at park buildings to ensure that recreational lands and facilities are accessible to
special user groups such as the handicapped and the elderly.
27.2 Objective - The City of Clearwater shall continue intergovernmental coordination
with the private sector?to increase public recreational opportunities and open
space acreage.
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Policies
27.2.1 Continue to enforce the adopted Recreation and Open Space Land Dedication
Requirements for the express purpose of maintaining the existing Levels of
Service of recreation lands and facilities.
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27.2.2 Funds collected under dedication requirements shall be expended to benefit the
development from which they were collected, specifically:
1. Open space funds shall be expended within a two (2) mile radius when
used for the acquisition of community parkland, within a one (1) mile
radius when used for the acquisition of neighborhood or mini-park
parkland, or at any location in the City when used for the acquisition of
parkland to be used for the development of a resource-based recreation
area.
Recreation facilities land funds shall be expended within a two (2) mile
radius when used for the acquisition of community parkland, within a
one (1) mile radius when used for the acquisition of neighborhood or
mini-park parkland, or at any location in the City when used for the
acquisition of parkland to be used for the development of a special
facility site when the site is based on a recreational facility that is
deemed to provide Citywide service in accordance with established
service radius guidelines; and
Recreation facilities funds shall be expended within a two (2) mile
radius when used for facilities placed in a community park, within a
one (1) mile radius when used for facilities placed in a neighborhood or
mini-park, or at any location in the City when used for a facility which
serves as the basis for the development of a special facility site
providing City wide service.
27.2.3 Recreation facilities funds collected under dedication requirements shall be
expended in consideration of the need for recreation facilities as determined by
the application of the service radius guidelines and primary user guidelines
contained in this plan and in conjunction with other considerations determined
to be relevant by the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department and
approved by the City Manager.
27.2.4 Provide an incentive within the City's recreation facility impact fee structure for
private developers to provide recreational opportunities for their residents.
27.2.5 Maintain existing joint-use agreements between the Parks and Recreation
Department and the Pinellas County School Board and St. Petersburg Junior
College.
27.2.6 Ensure easy access to recreational resources by private sector organizations as
well as by individuals.
27.2.7 Review, and revise if necessary, the City's Recreation and Open Space Land
Dedication Requirements.
27.2.8 Coordinate the Parks and Recreation Department's plans and activities with all
other appropriate City departments and government agencies.
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27.2.9 Coordinate Parks and Recreation Department's plans with local community.
groups when appropriate.
27.3 Objective - Continue to increase the supply of core system parkland in areas
needing additional neighborhood parks and mini-parks.
Policies
27.3.1 Review service radius and primary service guidelines for recreation facilities by
the end of 2000. A U
27.3.2 Continue to acquire parkland for new supplemental mini-parks to meet district
deficiencies.
27.3.3 Maintain the provisions of the City charter regarding the required referendum
prior to approval the sale of public parklands to ensure adequate public
recreation and open space lands within the City.
27.3.4 Address the varying desires of the City's population when implementing
recreation plans, with special attention to the needs of those who may have
significantly limited recreational alternatives such as low and moderate income
groups, minorities, youth and the elderly.
27.3.5 Beautify parks and selected open space sites to enhance the city's visual
playground apparatus 0 0
neighborhood recreation centers 1 0
community recreation centers 0 0
gymnasiums 6** 0
baseball diamonds, reg. 0 0
baseball diamonds, youth 0 1
softball diamonds, adult 2 1
softball diamonds, youth 0 0
football/soccer fields 0 0
basketball courts, outdoor 0 0
tennis courts 0 0
handball/racquetball courts 4 1
swimming pools 0 0
fitness courses 0 0
horseshoe courts 0 0
lawn bowling courts 0 0
shuffleboard courts 0 0
golf courses 0 0
** City owned and controlled facilities are needed since time available at ]eased facilities has
become too limited.
? quality.
27.3.6 he . following recreation facilities are needed to satisfy level-of-service
standards.
Facility 2000 2005
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Goals Objectives and Policies Recreation and Open Space
27.4 Objective - Preserve natural open space areas which constitute aesthetic and/or
ecological community assets.
Policies
27.4.1 To maintain adequate open space in the City's neighborhoods and commercial
areas, the City will continue to administer landscape, drainage and impervious
surface regulations in the Community Development Code.
27.4:2 The City shall pursue designation and acquisition of open space areas in new
and redeveloping areas through the creation of green permeable areas in
easements, traffic islands, etc., in compliance with the City's Community
Development Code.
27.4.3 Continue to designate appropriate land "Preservation" and "Recreation/Open
Space" in the Future Land Use Plan whenever feasible.
27.4.4 Preserve coastal and interior wetlands, floodways, floodplains, and other
environmentally significant areas to protect their aesthetic and-environmental
qualities which benefit the City.
27.4.5 Continue to promote environmental education through various programs
including television, brochures, lectures and other public relations methods.
-1127.4.6 Maintain at least four percent (4%) of the total land in the City as "recreation
open space" park uses by enforcing the City's current open space land
dedication requirements.
27.4.7 In order to preserve "recreation open space" as defined herein for passive
recreation pursuits, direct the development of recreation facilities to "recreation
facilities lands."
27.4.8 When possible, provide open space properties which have the diversity of
resources necessary for nature study and the enjoyment of natural assets in
order to assure environmental understanding.
27.4.9 Coordinate recreation planning with other plans concerning water quality,
stormwater management, fish and wildlife management, and environmental
education.
27.4. 10 Enhance the image of Clearwater by developing gateway corridor beautification
projects.
27.4.11 Beautify and provide recreation and open space opportunities for the
commercial redevelopment areas of Clearwater Beach, Downtown and Gulf-to-
Bay, through the City's "One City, One Future" Plan.
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27.4.11 Beautify and provide recreation and open space opportunities for the
commercial redevelopment areas of Clearwater Beach, Downtown and Gulf-to-
Bay, through the City's "One City, One Future" Plan.
27.5 Objective - Enhance and maintain the City's unique physical characteristics by
making the best use of existing and potential recreation lands and open spaces.
Policies
27.5.1 The City shall be responsible for maintaining the environmental integrity of
significant and unique areas owned by the City.
27.5.2 Incompatible land uses located in or near recreational areas and any action,
which is known to have severe adverse impacts on such areas, should be
minimized or abolished.
27.5.3 The Citv should utilize and preserve areas of ecological, historical, or
archaeological value for parks and recreation areas-when possible-
27.5.4 The historic preservation components of the City's Comprehensive Plan, the
Florida Department of State and private historical and archaeological
organizations should be consulted when considering development or
redevelopment of lands thought to have some historical or archaeological
significance.
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27.5.5 Coordinate with other federal, state or local agencies and/or non-profit
organizations to manage natural areas and open space when appropriate.
27.5.6 Enhance open space and outdoor recreation areas by restoring degraded
natural communities and eradicating non-native vegetation.
27.6 Objective - Develop new and enhance existing blueways, greenways and
recreational trail systems throughout Clearwater.
Policies
27.6.1 The City will continue to develop greenways and trails as identified in
Shifting Gears-Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
27.6.2 The City will provide new access or enhance/maintain existing access to
water bodies where possible for recreational use.
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27.5 Objective - Enhance and maintain the City's unique physical characteristics by
making the best use of existing and potential recreation lands ?&
Policies
27.5.1 The City shall be responsible for maintaining the environmental integrity of
significant and unique areas owned by the City.
27.5.2 Incompatible land uses located in or near recreational areas and any action,
which is known to have severe adverse impacts on such areas, should be
minimized or abolished.
27.5.3 The City should utilizwreas of ecological, historical, or archaeological value
for parks and recreation . Wk&.,v, #WJA
27.5.4 The historic preservation components of the City's Comprehensive Plan, the
Florida Department of State and private historical and archaeological
organizations should be consulted when considering development or
redevelopment of lands thought to have some historical or archaeological
significance.
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CPA2007-01001
ITEM - F1
CLEARWATER COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN TEXT AMENDMENT
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CDB Meeting Date: 2/20/07
Case # CPA2007-01001
Ordinance #: 7782-07
Agenda Item: F-1
CITY OF CLEARWATER
PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS
REQUEST: Clearwater Comprehensive Plan Text Amendments
INITIATED BY: City of Clearwater Planning Department and City of
Clearwater Parks and Recreation Department
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The text amendments proposed will assist the Parks and Recreation Department's efforts
to compete for grants from the State of Florida to acquire and enhance open space and
natural lands. The text amendments proposed to the Recreation and Open Space section
of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan recognize the importance of preserving,
maintaining and enhancing Clearwater's open spaces, blueways, greenways and trails.
The proposed text amendments also further the coordination with other private and public
entities to preserve, maintain and enhance such areas.
ANALYSIS:
A total of five amendments are proposed to the text of the Clearwater Comprehensive
Plan in Ordinance No. 7782-07. This text amendment is considered a large scale plan
amendment and requires review and approval by the Florida Department of Community
Affairs.
Please find a summary of each amendment below.
1. Amendment 1 - Revise Objective 27.1 (see page 1 of Exhibit AZ
Proposed revised objective 27.1 adds the City of Clearwater's trails to the list of
facilities that should be efficiently and adequately maintained. The City has been
maintaining trails for over a decade and developed their first Bikeways and Trails Plan
in 1996. The Bikeways and Trails Plan has been recently updated and replaced by
Shifting Gears: Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (2006).
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2. Amendment 2 - Revise Objective 27.2 (see page 1 of Exhibit A):
Proposed revised objective 27!$ostrikes the word intergovernmental and adds other
public entities for clarification. Presently, the City actively coordinates with the
private sector, other public entities and non-profit organizations to provide recreation
and open space on a regular basis.
3. Amendment 3 - Revise Policy 27.2.5 (see page 1 of Exhibit A):
Proposed revised policy 27.2.5 reflects the agencies with which the Parks and
Recreation Department presently has joint use agreements. It also reflects the change
in name of St. Petersburg Junior College to St. Petersburg College.
4. Amendment 4 - Revise Objective 27.5 and change/add appropriate policies (see page
2 of Exhibit A):
Proposed revised objective 27.5 proposes to include open spaces as well as land used
for recreation purposes.
Proposed revised policy 27.5.3 adds the words preserve and when possible for
clarification.
Proposed policies 27.5.5 and 27.5.6 add specific policies to reflect the management
and enhancement of open space areas. The City of Clearwater actively manages open
spaces and natural areas and coordinates with other entities when possible. As part of
that management, the City currently enhances open space and natural areas by
restoring degraded natural communities and eradicating non-native vegetation.
5. Amendment 5 - Add Objective 27.6 and associated policies (see page 2 of Exhibit
Proposed objective 27.6 and policies 27.6.1 and 27.6.2 add an objective and
associated policies for the purpose of developing and enhancing existing blueways,
greenways and trails. The City of Clearwater has been developing and enhancing
existing greenways and recreational trail systems throughout Clearwater over the last
decade. Shifting Gears: Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (2006)
identified a comprehensive trail system for future development.
The City recently supported efforts of the Pinellas County Planning Department to
develop a Blueways Guide that includes blueway opportunities in Clearwater.
Blueways are small boat and paddling routes that combine recreation and
environmental awareness and allow users to travel to specific destinations. The City
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of Clearwater's Parks and Recreation Department presently provides access and
maintains/enhances access to water bodies for the purpose of recreation.
STANDARDS FOR REVIEW
Pursuant to Community Development Code Section 4-603(F) no amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan shall be approved unless it complies with the following standards:
1. The amendment will further implementation of the comprehensive plan consistent
with the goals, policies and objectives contained in the plan.
The proposed amendments to the Recreation and Open Space Element of the
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan further refine the City's existing policies and
objectives. The proposed amendments are consistent with.the existing goals, policies
and objectives contained in the plan and actually expand the city's long range
planning policies related to the provision and preservation of recreation and open
space in the City in general. ,
2. The amendment is not inconsistent with other provisions of the comprehensive
plan.
The proposed amendments are consistent with the provisions of the Comprehensive
Plan. They broaden the City's approach to the provision of recreation and open space
opportunities and gain consistency between the Comprehensive Plan and Shifting
Gears: Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
3. The available uses, if applicable, to which the property may be put are appropriate
to the property in questions and compatible with existing and planned uses in the
area.
The proposed amendments are text amendments that are not directly related to a
specific property.
4. Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the property.
The proposed amendments are text amendments that are not directly related to a
specific property.
5. The amendment will not adversely affect the natural environment.
The proposed amendments seek to preserve, maintain and enhance the natural
environment by including important open space, greenways, blueways and trail
provisions.
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6. The amendment will not adversely impact the use of property in the immediate
area.
The proposed amendments are text amendments that are not directly related to a
specific property.
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION:
The proposed amendments to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan recognize the
importance of preserving, maintaining and enhancing Clearwater's valuable trails,
greenways and open spaces. The proposed amendments also recognize the desire to
coordinate Clearwater's effort in preserving, maintaining and enhancing recreation and
open spaces with other private sector and public entities. These proposed amendments
will also assist in the development of competitive grant applications to further such
efforts.
The Planning and Parks and Recreation Department Staff recommend APPROVAL of
Ordinance No. 7782-07 that amends the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan.
Prepared by Parks and Recreation Department Staff:
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Felicia Leonard, AICP
Administrative Support Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
Ordinance No. 7782-07
Exhibit A to Ordinance No 7782-07(Amendments 1 - 5)
Staff Report - Community Development Board - February 20, 2007- Recreation and Open Space Element
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ORDINANCE NO. 7782-07
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA,
MAKING AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF
THE CITY AS ADOPTED ON MAY 18, 2000 AND AMENDED ON
JULY 12, 2001, OCTOBER 7, 2004, AND -OCTOBER 20, 2005,
BY AMENDING THE RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE
ELEMENT, BY AMENDING AND ADDING POLICIES AND
OBJECTIVES; ADDING TRAILS TO THE LIST OF FACILITIES
IN OBJECTIVE 27.1; PROVIDING FOR INTERGOVERNMENTAL
COORDINATION WITH OTHER PUBLIC ENTITIES IN
OBJECTIVE 27.2; ADDING PINELLAS COUNTY TO JOINT USE
AGREEMENT PARTNERS IN POLICY 27.2.5; ADDING OPEN
SPACES TO OBJECTIVE 27.5; REWORDING POLICY 27.5.3
FOR CLARITY; ADDING POLICY 27.5.5 PROVIDING FOR
COORDINATION WITH FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL
AGENCIES AND NONPROFITS TO MANAGE NATURAL AREAS
AND OPEN SPACE; ADDING POLICY 27.5.6 PROVIDING FOR
ENHANCEMENT OF OPEN SPACE AND NATURAL AREAS BY
RESTORING DEGRADED NATURAL COMMUNITIES AND
ERADICATING NON-NATIVE VEGETATION; ADDING
OBJECTIVE 27.6 FOR DEVELOPMENT AND ENHANCEMENT
OF BLUEWAYS, GREENWAYS AND RECREATIONAL TRAIL
SYSTEMS; ADDING POLICY 27.6.1 REGARDING GREENWAYS
AND TRAILS; ADDING POLICY 27.6.2 FOR PROVISION OF
NEW OR ENHANCED/MAINTAINED ACCESS TO
WATERBODIES FOR RECREATIONAL USE; AND PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS the Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land Development
Regulation Act of Florida empowers and requires the City Council of the City of Clearwater
to plan for the future development and growth of the City, and to adopt and periodically
amend the Comprehensive Plan, including elements and portions thereof; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved Ordinance Number 6794-01, which amended
the Comprehensive Plan of the City on February 15, 2001; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved Ordinance Number 7295-04, which amended
the Comprehensive Plan of the City on October 7, 2004; and _
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater has invested significant time and resources in
preserving, maintaining and enhancing Clearwater's open space, greenways and trails; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater has a need to recognize the importance of open
space, blueways and greenways and trails in the City; and
Ordinance No. 7388-05
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WHEREAS, the City of Clearwater has the need to recognize partnerships with both
private and public sector entities to further the preservation, maintenance and
enhancement of Clearwater's open space, greenways and trails;
WHEREAS, amendments to the Comprehensive Plan of the City have been
prepared in accordance with the applicable requirements of law, after conducting the
appropriate planning analysis, and public participation through public hearings, opportunity
for written comments, open discussion and the consideration of public and official
comments; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Board, serving as the designated Local
Planning Agency for the City, has held a public hearing on the proposed amendments and
has recommended adoption of the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments have been transmitted to the Florida
Department of Community Affairs for review and comments, and the objections,
recommendations and comments received from the Florida Department of Community
Affairs have been considered by the City Council, together with all comments from local
regional agencies and other persons, in preparing the final draft of the amendments; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary, desirable and proper to adopt the
amendments to the objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan in order to reflect
changing conditions; now, therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Amendments 1 - 5 to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan attached
hereto as Exhibit "A" are hereby adopted.
Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective when the Department of
Community Affairs (DCA) issues a final order determining the adopted amendment to
be in compliance, or the Administration Commission issues a final order determining
the adopted amendments to be in compliance, in accordance with Section 163.187 or
163.3189, F.S., as amended.
PASSED ON FIRST READING
PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL
READING AND ADOPTED
Frank Hibbard
Mayor-Councilmember
Approved as to form: Attest:
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Leslie Dougall-Sides
Assistant City Attorney
Cynthia E. Goudeau
City Clerk
Ordinance No. 7388-05
EXHIBIT A
ATTACHMENT TO ORDINANCE 7782-07
AMENDMENT 1 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend following Objective 27.1 of Goal 27 of the Plan on pages G-2 as follows:
27.1 Objective - The City shall ensure that parks, open space, trails and recreation
facilities are efficiently and adequately maintained for all segments and districts of the
population according to the level of service standards established for the City.
AMENDMENT 2 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend following Objective 27.2 of Goal 27 of the Plan on pages G-2 as follows:
27.2 Objective - The City of Clearwater shall continue intergovernmental coordination
with the private sector and other public entities to increase public recreational opportunities
and open space acreage.
AMENDMENT 3 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT. GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend Policy 27.2.5 of Goal 27 of the Plan on pages G-3 as follows:
27.2.5 Maintain existing joint-use agreements between the Parks and Recreation
Department and the Pinellas County School Board, and St. Petersburg 3unier- College, and
the Pinellas County Government.
Exhibit A Ordinance No. 7782-07
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AMENDMENT 4 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Amend policies and Objective 27.5 of Goal 27 on pages G-6 as follows:
27.5 Objective - Enhance and maintain the City's unique physical characteristics by
making the best use of existing and potential recreation lands and open spaces.
Policies
27.5.3 The City should utilize and preserve areas of ecological, historical, or
archaeological value for parks and recreation s--when possible.
27.5.5 Coordinate with other federal, state or local agencies and/or non- rofit
organizations to manage natural areas and open space when appropriate.
27.5.6 Enhance open space and natural areas by restoring degraded natural communities
and eradicating non-native vegetation.
AMENDMENT 5 - RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Add new Objective 27.6 and policies of Goal 27 on pages G-6 as follows:
27.6 Objective - Develop new and enhance existing blueways greenways and
recreational trail systems throughout Clearwater.
Policies
27.6.1 The City will continue to develop greenwUs and trails as identified in Shiftier.
Gears-Clearwater's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
27.6.2 The City will provide new access or enhance/maintain existing access to water
bodies where possible for recreational use.
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Catherine W. Porter, AICP
100 South Myrtle Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-562-4626
catherine.porter(a myclearwater.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Long Range Planning Manager
Planning Department, City of Clearwater, FL
• Planner III
Planning Department, City of Clearwater, FL
2006 to Present
2006
Develop, organize and complete all aspects of projects related to long range planning issues.
• City of Juneau
Juneau, WI
1997 to 2006
Executive Director, Community Development Authority. General economic development and
community activities. Responsible to a 7-member board. Perform staff functions and present
advice to the board on current issues. Sales and marketing of industrial park, including
developing and implementing a targeted marketing program. Conduct business retention
activities. Manage revolving loan fund and promotion of the fund. Covenant compliance.
General planning and implementation activities; including housing, grantswriting, and
commercial development. Liaison with the Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of the
Chamber Tourism and Business Recognition Committees. Update and maintain industrial
building inventory, demographic, labor and statistical profiles. Develop and maintain appropriate
brochures, directories and informational materials for the promotion of the City.
• Porter Planning Services
Oshkosh, WI 1980 to 2006
Owner. Perform a variety of planning functions such as grantswriting, acquisition and relocation
for clients on a case-by-case basis. Clients include the University of Wisconsin, architects, Indian
tribes, municipalities, etc.
• Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin
Oneida, WI 1993 to 1994
Deputy Planning Director. This was a limited term relationship through Porter Planning Services
where I had an office on-site and had two major goals: assist the Planning Director in
administration of an expanding department and establish a transportation planning program. The
administration portion included such things as establishing policies and procedures, hiring,
training and supervision of staff, budgeting for the department and for projects, etc. The
transportation portion included working with State, federal and local municipalities with joint or
overlapping jurisdictions, administering construction projects and grants, establishing policies
and procedures and general planning activities. In my final report I recommended that three
planners be hired to perform the activities that I had been doing. This was done. During this
period I also became proficient in the use of Word and Word Perfect, and acquired the ability to
use Quattro Pro and Excel for simple spread sheets and became familiar with some other
database and spreadsheet programs.
• Mary Kay Cosmetics
Oshkosh, WI 1990 to 2004
Sales Director. As an independent contractor, I was self employed. I recruited, trained and led a
unit of consultants and received compensation from Mary Kay Cosmetics for doing so. In
addition, I taught skin care and makeup artistry and sold the Mary Kay brand of personal care
products to my clientele. (Prior to this was a Team Manager and Consultant, establishing a
clientele and selling personal care products 1988-1990.
• Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin
Oneida, WI 1986 to 1988
Community Planner. Performed a variety of planning, management, administrative and related
activities including grantswriting and administration; construction management; development of
zoning ordinance and map and administration thereof, strategic/action planning.
• City of Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI 1978 to 1986
Associate Planner. Directed all facets of real property acquisition, relocation and property
management of acquired properties. Obtained knowledge of federal and state laws and
regulations affecting acquisition, relocation and eminent domain. Set up RFP for real estate and
fixture appraisals. Became familiar with proper appraisal practices. Budgeted, managed and
directed projects. Trained and supervised one aide. Largest project (Oshkosh Centre) budgeted at
$2.1 million. Negotiated with property owners. Designed and set site selection criteria based on
individual need. Performed market study of available sites. Directed demolition and site
clearance. Set up program to acquire right-of-way for expansion of State Highway 44 through
the City (obtained new employment prior to project completion.
Managed the $3.7 million restoration of the 1883 Grand Opera House. Provided staff services to
the 11-member Board. Screened applicants for consultant services. Checked references.
Presented recommendations for hiring. Researched and composed grants. Researched and
produced fundraising literature. Participated in fundraising activities. Coordinated seven citizen
committees. Developed operating budget. Trained and supervised one part-time clerical person.
Allocated restoration costs among thirteen funding sources. Prepared monthly financial reports.
Administered various related tasks.
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Directed production of the Oshkosh Senior Center Plan. Composed portions of the Oshkosh "fact
book". Conducted surveys. Researched census materials. Organized and structured the reports.
Guided the establishment of the Oshkosh Commercial Development Corporation. Devised
program for utilization of the corporation. Drafted grant application to fund staff and programs.
Monitored programs after receipt of grant.
Coordinate all historic preservation activities undertaken by the City. Was in charge of Section
106 Compliance, including researching and writing 2 reports for deposit in the Library of
Congress. Wrote ordinance to establish the Oshkosh Landmarks Commission. Was staff to the
Commission. Wrote grant to fund the development and nomination to the National Register of
four historic neighborhoods; screened applicants for consultant services; checked references;
presented recommendations for hiring; and provided oversight for the project. Researched and
coordinated update of historic walking tours map.
Researched and developed housing programs. Produced financial feasibility studies. Formulated
site selection criteria and matrix. Directed and monitored implementation of the programs.
Performed site-specific research and analysis as administrator of the Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance. Advised the quasi-judicial Board on administration of the Ordinance.
Assisted in fiscal management of the $1 million per year Community Development Program..
Wrote successful grants applications to many state, federal and corporate. funding sources.
Established programs and developed necessary policies and procedures in accord with grant
selection criteria. Monitored projects and programs. Composed Requests for Proposals based
upon specific program needs and requirements. Performed some advertising and public relations
functions. Supervised one intern each semester. Staffed various boards and commissions.
• Albany Urban Renewal Agency
Albany, NY 1975 to 1978
Assistant Relocation Director. Assisted the Relocation Director in setting up a relocation
program for a federally funded Urban Renewal Project. Established policies and procedures.
Relocated residents and businesses to replacement sites. Assisted them in selection Arranged the
move. Training and supervision of a staff of nine. Worked closely with Acquisition Division.
Relocation Specialist 1975 to 1977. Performed duties as indicated above.
Student Planning Intern 6175 to 8175. Made "basic studies" necessary for preparation of a
comprehensive plan and Community Development Block Grant. This included a variety of
activities such as searching public record, on-site historic/structure and conditions surveys,
mapping, etc. Historic research and writing information for plaque program.
EDUCATION
B.A.Urban Affairs, Magna'cum Laude, State University of NY, Albany, 1976
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES
Certified Planner
American Institute of Certified Planners
American Planning Association
Wisconsin Economic Development Association
Felicia K. Leonard, AICP
Ms. Leonard is a professional planner with over a decade of experience in
managing a diverse array of projects throughout the United States in both the
private and public sectors. As a Project Manager, she has performed all tasks
from initial project conception to the daily operations and maintenance of a
variety of projects including a rail-trail facility and a general aviation airport. She
has invaluable skills in master planning, personnel management, community
involvement programs, funding acquisition, grant management, construction
oversight, volunteer programs, and daily operation and maintenance.
Career History
City of Clearwater 2003-present
Administrative Support Manager
¦ Supervise administrative functions of the Parks and Recreation
Department including public relations, volunteer programs, financial
administration, information technology, bicycle and pedestrian programs,
legislative coordination and special projects.
¦ Authored "Shifting Gears: A Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan"
¦ Serves as the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator
Sprinkle Consulting, Inc. 2002-2003
Senior Project Planner
Served as Project Manager and/or Sr. Project Planner for the following:
• St. Petersburg Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
¦ Indian River County Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
¦ Hillsborough County ADA Curb Ramp Transition Plan
¦ FDOT Bicycle Facility Selection and Sidepath Facility Guidelines
¦ Chicago Area Transportation Study Soles and Spokes Plan
¦ FHWA's Characteristics of Emerging Trail Users
¦ Various Bicycle/Pedestrian Level of Service Trainings
Leonard Consulting 1998-2001
Developed successful project plans and'studies, including:
¦ Incorporation Feasibility Study for Lacombe, Louisiana
¦ Pontchartrain (LA) Trace Master Plan - 160 mile multiple use path
¦ Jefferson Parish Louisiana Congestion Mitigation Study
¦ Gretna, LA Master Bicycle Plan
San Mateo County, Redwood City, California 2000 -2002
Administrative Services Manager
¦ Supported the City/County Association of Governments in all aspects of
local, state and federal transportation programs including fund
programming and developing/implementing projects.
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Affiliations Et Honors
• American Institute of
Certified Planners
¦ Pinellas School
Transportation Committee
¦ Pinellas MPO Pedestrian
Tech. Advisory Committee
¦ Pinellas MPO Bicycle
Advisory Committee
¦ American Planning
Association
¦ Association of Pedestrian
and Bicycle Professionals
¦ Leadership Pinellas
¦ Planning Commissioner, City
of Campbell, CA 2001
¦ EPA Award for a "TOD
Financial Incentive Award
Program" (Project Manager)
Education
¦ Master of Urban and
Regional Planning - 1995,
University of New Orleans,
New Orleans, Louisiana
¦ B.A. - 1991, Southwestern
University, Georgetown,
Texas
¦ Implemented special projects including an award winning Transit Oriented
Development program, a regional Intelligent Transportation System, and
Transportation Demand Management programs.
¦ Implemented regional transportation programs including CMAQ,
Transportation Fund for Clean Air, Bicycle/Pedestrian and Congestion
Management programs.
¦ Developed/implemented the Capital Projects Program ($10M) for the
Parks /Recreation Division.
¦ Managed daily administrative operations of Parks Division ($8M annual
budget) including fiscal administration (budgeting, accounts
payable/receivable and payroll) and long range planning efforts.
St. Tammany Parish, Covington, Louisiana 1993 -2000
Transportation Planner/Administrator
¦ Directed a rail-trail facility, the Tammany Trace, managing daily operations
& maintenance, capital improvements, public participation projects,
volunteer programs, media campaigns and fund-raising activities.
¦ Developed said rail-trail facility, including master plan preparation, funding
procurement and land acquisition; managed project through final
implementation stage.
¦ Developed/implemented all transportation programs such as a new transit
system, major highway infrastructure improvements and construction &
redevelopment of a local general aviation airport.
¦ Promoted/enhanced relations between local government and its voting
constituents, nonprofit, community & public interest organizations and
local, state & federal agencies.
Grant Administrator
¦ Secured/managed numerous grants from state and federal agencies.
¦ Administered and monitored all components of grant activity including
fiscal administration, procurement, contract monitoring, construction
management and compliance issues.
Senior Land Use Planner
¦ Executed many development reviews of specific projects.
¦ Developed many amendments to the land use codes including
comprehensive, specific corridor, landscaping and signage requirements.
¦ Served as the governmental liaison for planning issues.
¦ Facilitated numerous public meetings.
Representative Projects
¦ Shifting Gears: City of
Clearwater's Bicycle and
Pedestrian Master Plan
¦ Tammany Trace, LA
¦ Pontchartrain Trace Master
Plan, LA -160 miles in 4
parishes
¦ St. Petersburg CityTrails
Master Plan, FL
¦ Soles and Spokes Plan, IL
¦ Indian River County Bicycle
and Pedestrian Master Plan,
FL
¦ Characteristics of Emerging
Ttail Users, FHWA
¦ San Mateo TOD Incentive
Program, CA (EPA Award
Recipient)
¦ Share the Road
Comprehensive Media
Campaign, NHTSA