04/04/2011
WORK SESSION MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF CLEARWATER
April 4, 2011
Present: Vice Mayor John Doran, Councilmember George N. Cretekos,
Councilmember Paul Gibson, and Councilmember Bill Jonson.
Also Present: William B. Horne II - City Manager, Jill S. Silverboard - Assistant City
Manager, Rod Irwin - Assistant City Manager, Pamela K. Akin - City
Attorney, and Rosemarie Call - City Clerk
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
Vice Mayor John Doran called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall.
1. Fire Department
1.1 Approve the architectural and engineering design work order to Engineer of
Record, HDR Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $714,801.00 for the Fire Station
45 Replacement Project (09-0036-FI; approve a Contract For Purchase of Real
Property with Mary H. Rogero, regarding portions of platted Lots 7 and 10,
Moase and Harrison Subdivision, for the sum of $140,130 plus estimated
transaction expenses not to exceed $2000, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same, together with all documentation required to effect
closing. (consent)
In consideration of being able to meet departmental requirements and public
benefits of either renovating or rebuilding Fire Station 45, staff was directed to
consider and present Council with potential alternate sites prior to proceeding with
project design.
Among seven potential sites considered in November 2010, Council expressed a
preference for relocating the station to the northwest corner of Court Street and
Madison Avenue if sufficient land could be assembled for the new station.
Based on site analysis performed by HDR Engineering, it was determined that
upon acquisition of the subject parcels, sufficient land is available to construct a
new 3-story 30,000 square foot sustainable facility meeting all departmental and
public outreach goals.
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The purchase price reflects approximately $15 per square foot for what Ms.
Rogero contends to be 9,372 sq. ft. of land area, the upper range of value for
similar vacant parcels attractive for assembly in the immediate vicinity as
determined by appraisal performed by James M. Millspaugh, MAI, on December
14, 2010.
Among its provisions, the contract provides the City will purchase the lots as is
and close within 30 days following the Effective Date.
The Station Replacement will be constructed at the Court/Madison site and
include a new category 5, 3-story, 30,000-square foot facility with a similar
footprint as the existing fire station. The first floor will include vehicle bays, training
and public space; second floor living quarters; and third floor Administration and
Fire Prevention office space and conference room. The City's goal is to have the
new station achieve a Silver rating through the Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED) certification. Implementing sustainable mechanical,
electrical and plumbing systems increases construction cost by only 3.5 %.
The design and permitting phase is anticipated to be completed by April 2012,
with the construction phase scheduled for completion by May 2013.
The estimated construction cost is $6,807,532, with a total project cost of $8
million, including furnishings, LEED Certification, Commissioning, and A/E fees.
The City will be reimbursed for a portion of this cost by Pinellas County since the
station will also serve residents in the unincorporated areas of the Clearwater Fire
District.
The Fire Department shall be responsible for the day-to-day facility operations,
and the Building Maintenance Department will be responsible for the facility
maintenance.
Annual energy operating costs for the station are anticipated to be approximately
25%, or $8,000, less than the current station and Administration Building.
The Main Station (fire) project was established and funded with $3 Million in 2006
to begin preparations to replace the downtown station. The current Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) plan calls for additional Penny III funds in Fiscal Year
2012 to begin construction of this station. Sufficient budget and funding is
available in CIP project 0315-91253 Main Station Replacement to fund a total of
$856,931 for the purchase of the property and design of the fire station.
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In response to a question, Interim Fire Chief Robert Weiss said Pinellas County will
reimburse the City up to 12% of project costs upon completion; in addition to the City’s
annual funding allocation.
Concerns were expressed regarding the project surrounding the property north of the
Rogero property. Chief Weiss said the property north of the Rogero properties was not
needed for the project but would assist in assembling a larger property site.
Staff was directed to take Item 1.1 off the Consent Agenda.
2. Financial Services
2.1 Approve settlement of the workers compensation claim of Gary Lutman, a left
knee injury, in the amount of $104,477, and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
On July 21, 1992, claimant slipped on oil and fell on his left knee. He has been
treated conservatively through the years but a total knee replacement is
anticipated at some point in the future because of this injury. Mr. Lutman is
Medicare eligible and, as such, the settlement must ensure that Medicare does
not become responsible for future medicals associated with this claim. A Medicare
Set-Aside (MSA) was completed and it was determined that funding the Set-Aside
would cost $90,197. The settlement of $104,477 is comprised solely of the cost of
funding the MSA plus an attorney fee. This settlement is subject to Council
approval and approval by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
The City's Risk Management Division and City's outside counsel Mark E. Hungate
and Settlement Committee recommend this settlement with the proviso that both
settlements for Mr. Lutman presented to Council are approved.
Funding for the payment of this settlement is available in the budget for claims
expense in the Central Insurance Fund.
2.2 Approve settlement of the workers compensation claim of Gary Lutman's left hip,
back injury, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
On November 4, 1994, Mr. Lutman had a work-related lower back injury. On
March 22, 1995, claimant was pull-starting a small engine when he felt a pop in
his left hip. Subsequently he has had two left hip replacement surgeries. He
reached overall maximum medical improvement (MMI) on June 25, 1996 and was
assigned an eight percent (8%) PPI rating. He was administratively accepted as
permanently totally disabled on July 23, 1996. In 2000, his back injury of
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November 4, 1994 was merged with the left hip injury claim, and the back claim
was closed. Currently, the State of Florida Special Disability Trust Fund
reimburses the City fifty percent (50%) of the medical and indemnity benefits for
the left hip and back injury. The City purchased excess workers' compensation
insurance for the years in which Mr. Lutman sustained injury. The claim was
mediated, and the City's excess insurance carrier settled the claim in the amount
of $325,000, inclusive of attorney fees and costs. Mr. Lutman is Medicare eligible
and, as such, the settlement must ensure that Medicare does not become
responsible for future medicals associated with this claim. A Medicare Set-Aside
(MSA) was completed and an annuity purchased from the settlement monies will
fund their interest. This settlement is subject to Council approval and approval by
the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The City's Risk
Management Division and City's outside counsel Mark E. Hungate and Settlement
Committee recommend this settlement with the proviso that both settlements for
Mr. Lutman presented to Council are approved.
Subject to approval, the City will pay the entire settlement amount of $325,000,
and be reimbursed the proceeds from the insurance policy and Special Disability
Trust Fund. The bulk of the settlement will be paid by the City's excess insurance
carrier. Approximately $38,000 of the City's funds will be used to settle this claim.
Funding for the payment of this settlement is available in the budget for claims
expense in the Central Insurance Fund.
3. Gas System
3.1 Amend the contract with Wise Gas, Inc. to $619,341 to design and construct a
compressed natural gas refueling station; approve a Purchase Order with Wise
Gas, Inc. in the amount of $979,767 for the direct equipment purchase of
compressed natural gas filling station equipment; and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
This item was originally approved by Council on December 16, 2010 in the
amount of $1,645,763 to construct a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) filling
station along Hercules Avenue in Clearwater. Subsequent to Council approval,
staff has determined that it is in the best interest of the City to exercise the Owner
Direct Purchase (ODP) option of its standard construction contract. The contract
has been revised to provide for the ODP.
Original Agenda item:
CNG equipment: $ 933,111
Construction: $ 563,037
10% contingency: $ 149,615
Total award: $1,645,763
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Revised:
Construction: $ 619,341 (Individual Agreement + 10% contingency)
CNG equipment: $ 979,767 (City to Direct Purchase. + 5% cont.)
Total award: $1,599,108
The total cost of the project remains the same, as submitted in RFP 27-10;
therefore, no budget adjustments are required for this item.
3.2 Award a contract (blanket purchase order) for Gas Material Polyethylene Pipe
and fittings in the amount of $70,000 to M. T. Deason; and in the amount of
$125,000 to General Utilities Pipe for the period of April 1, 2011 to March 31,
2012 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
M. T. Deason Company, Incorporated was the low bidder who met the
specifications on Bid 0812-002 this is the second rollover for lines 8-10 and 130-
138. General Utilities Pipe and Supply was the low bidder who met the
specifications on Bid 0812-002 this is the second rollover for lines 11-72, 79-83,
101-129 and 139-148.Consolidated Pipe and Supply decided not to roll their part
of the bid due to rising energy costs. General Utilities was the lowest bidder for
an estimated $25,000. This amount is included above.
This polyethylene piping will be used in the Clearwater Gas System distribution
system for mains and service lines.
Funding is available in Pinellas New Mains and Service Lines 315-96377 and
Pasco New Mains and Service Lines 315-96378 in the Clearwater Gas System
Budget.
3.3 Award a contract (blanket purchase order) for Gas Material Steel Pipe and
fittings in the amount of $70,000 to M. T. Deason; and in the amount of $125,000
to General Utilities Pipe for the period of April 1, 2011 to March 31, 2012 and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
M. T. Deason Company, Incorporated was the low bidder who met the
specifications on Bid 0811-002 this is the second rollover for lines 96-104, 110-
118 and 129-143. General Utilities Pipe and Supply was the low bidder who met
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the specifications on Bid 0811-002 this is the second rollover for lines 1-4, 41-43,
82-93, 119-128 and 144-160.Consolidated Pipe and Supply decided not to roll
their part of the bid due to rising energy costs. There is a sufficient quantity of
these items in inventory until the next bid.
This steel piping will be used in the Clearwater Gas System distribution system for
casings, protection of facilities and maintenance to existing steel mains.
Funding is available in Pinellas New Mains and Service Lines 315-96377 and
Pasco New Mains and Service Lines 315-96378 in the Clearwater Gas System
Budget.
4. Marine and Aviation
4.1 Approve Supplemental 4 Work Order to Engineer of Record (EOR) URS
Corporation Southern for Year 2 of Remedial Action Plan in the amount of
$62,700. (consent)
June 1, 2007, a Work Order was approved to EOR URS for sampling in
preparation of a Remedial Action Plan (RAP) as required by Florida Department
of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for Clearwater Airpark, which has been
impacted with aviation fuel, in the amount of $4,260.00
Over time, additional sampling and assessments were necessary to finalize the
RAP that resulted in approvals of supplemental work orders 1 and 2 totaling
$43,345 increasing the total value to $47,605.
On August 6, 2009, City Council approved supplemental work order 3, which
addressed installation and startup of the remedial system, as well as the
operation, maintenance, monitoring and reporting for the first year of remedial
activities in the amount of $235,250 for a total work order value of $282,855.
Supplemental 4 is for continued operations (Year- 2) which includes on-going
system maintenance, monitoring, sampling and reporting in the amount of
$62,700.00 for a total work order valued at $345,555 of which Florida Department
of Transportation has funded with a $99,568 grant.
A midyear budget amendment will transfer $62,700 from Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) project 0315-94803, Environment Assessment and Cleanup to
0315-94846, FBO Building Improvements.
In response to questions, Marine and Aviation Director Bill Morris said there was a fuel
spill in 2004, which resulted in removal of 2,500 cubic yards of dirt. The fixed base
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operator was at fault and paid for the initial cleanup. Water samples taken in 2005
showed ground level contamination and the City removed the underground tanks as
part of the remediation process. The fuel site has historically had fuel in the ground due
to undetected fuel problems. FDEP requires on-going system maintenance by the
property owner. Mr. Morris said the City owns the property.
5. Police
5.1 Approve an amendment to the previously signed contract between The Florida
Commission on Community Service and the City of Clearwater regarding the
AmeriCorps Clearwater program for the period of January 1, 2011 through
December 31, 2011 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
Section III. B. Contract Funding Amount contains an incorrect funding amount.
Based on the total amount of the grant $181,597, less the commission fixed
amount of $1,887, the maximum amount reimbursable is $179,710 and not
$177,823 as currently stated in the letter and contract.
6. Solid Waste/General Support Services
6.1 Award a contract (Purchase Order) for $194,396.00 to Alan Jay Ford Lincoln
Mercury, Inc. of Sebring, FL for one Ford F550 Regular Cab with CUES Sewer
Inspection System in 16-foot body, in accordance with Sec. 2.564(1)(d), Code of
Ordinances - Other governmental bid; authorize lease purchase under the City's
Master Lease Purchase Agreement and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
This TV truck will be purchased through the Florida Sheriff's Association Contract
10-18-0907, Specification 44 for Ford F550 and quote dated March 8, 2011.This
truck will be for the Stormwater Utility Maintenance crew. They currently have
one truck: G2922, 2004 Ford High Cube TV Inspection Van with 47,265 miles.
The TV camera will be used to inspect the inside of the large underground pipes.
Funding for this vehicle is available in capital project 316-96175, TV Truck and
Camera.
In response to questions, Public Services Director Gary Johnson said the additional
truck will be able to compliment current underground inspection efforts at little cost.
Contracting out the service will cost approximately $2 million. Converting the vehicle to
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natural gas will be considered next year should the pilot project with Solid Waste be
successful.
In response to a concern, Assistant City Manager Jill Silverboard said converting city
fleet to natural gas will be done on a case-by-case basis, after staff has had an
opportunity to review results of Solid Waste’s pilot project.
6.2 Award a contract (Purchase Order) for $159,348.00 to Alan Jay Ford Lincoln
Mercury, Inc. of Sebring, FL for one Ford E450 Econoline Cargo Van with CUES
Sewer Inspection System in 14-foot body, in accordance with Sec. 2.564(1)(d),
Code of Ordinances - Other governmental bid; authorize lease purchase under
the City's Master Lease Purchase Agreement and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
The TV Inspection truck will be purchased through the Florida Sheriff's
Association Contract 10-18-0907, Specification 29 and quote dated March 7,
2011. This truck will replace G1869, 1996 Ford E-373 with CUES TV System
Body in the Public Utilities fleet and was included in the Garage CIP 10/11
Replacement Fund. Current mileage on G1869 is 85,214. This truck is used to
inspect the sewer lines in the City.
6.3 Award a contract (purchase order) for $31,916.00 to Alan Jay Ford Lincoln
Mercury, Inc. of Sebring, FL for one Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Pickup Truck,
in accordance with Sec. 2.564(1)(d), Code of Ordinances - Other governmental
bid; authorize lease purchase under the City's Master Lease Purchase
Agreement; authorize the appropriate officials to execute same; and authorize a
budget increase of lease purchase funding in the amount of $11,916.00 to CIP
project 316-96771, Water Pickup Truck. (consent)
This truck is an additional vehicle that was approved during the budget process
for Public Utilities. The truck will be purchased through the Florida Sheriff's
Association Contract 10-18-0907, Specification 35 and quote dated March 16,
2011.The original amount included in the CIP was $20,000 for a 1500 or 1/2 ton
truck. During discussions of the various usages of this truck, Public Utilities and
Fleet determined that the truck specifications were too light. The truck
specifications were changed to a 2500 or 3/4 ton diesel powered unit. This 3/4
ton truck will have the capability to perform various functions such as towing
portable generators to lift stations, which will eliminate the need for an additional
truck and driver.
A mid-year budget amendment will increase project 316-96771, Water Pickup
Truck by $11,916.00, representing lease purchase proceeds. The delivery of the
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truck will occur during the last quarter of this fiscal year so debt payments and
operating costs will be included in the Fiscal Year 2012 budget and will not require
any additional funds allocated for Fiscal Year 2011 operating budget year.
7. Public Services
7.1 Award a contract (blanket purchase order) to Pinellas County Solid Waste in the
amount of $180,000 for the disposal of solid waste at the Pinellas County waste
to energy plant/landfill for the period May 1, 2011 through May 31, 2012, as
provided in the City's Code of Ordinances, Section 2.564(1)(d), Services
provided by Other Governmental Entities, and authorize the appropriate officials
to execute same. (consent)
Pinellas County operates the only waste to energy plant/landfill in the county. The
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit that the Public
Services/Stormwater Division operates under requires the disposal of all debris
generated from the street sweepers, vaccon operation and ditch/catch basin
cleaning to a landfill disposal site.
Public Services Director Gary Johnson said the debris from the streets may be
contaminated with fuel and grease and requires it to be treated differently from
household garbage.
8. Public Utilities
8.1 Approve an increase and a one-year extension to existing contract with H and H
Liquid Sludge Disposal, Inc. of Branford, Florida, in the amount of $36,967.44
(BPO BR504743) for a new contract total of $2,166,695.05 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The City of Clearwater's Wastewater Treatment Plants produce a residual product
(biosolids) that require hauling and disposal. The City's current contract for the
hauling and disposal of biosolids expires April 30, 2011.
Specifically, the contractor will be required to remove and dispose of dewatered
and stabilized Class B and/or dewatered and un-stabilized domestic wastewater
residuals (residuals) from the City's Marshall Street and Northeast Advanced
Pollution Control Facilities (APCF) and haul liquid, un-stabilized residuals from the
City's East APCF and possibly Marshall Street APCF to the Northeast APCF.
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Contractor accepts full responsibility and liability for hauling and disposal of
residuals from points of loading at source facilities, in accordance with Chapter
62-640, F.A.C. and shall be responsible to comply with existing Florida
Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and United States Environmental
Protection Agency (USEPA) residuals treatment and disposal regulations and any
changes made in these regulations during the contract period.
H and H Liquid Sludge Disposal, Inc. has agreed to honor their current price and
contract terms for another year. This firm was the low bidder by a substantial
amount when the contract was bid in 2008. Their offer to extend the contract for
one additional year represents an excellent value for the City, especially given the
changes to the regulations governing hauling/disposal operations and the cost of
fuel to transport biosolids to disposal sites around the state.
The FDEP permit for the Marshall Street facility will expire October 2011. We are
applying for permit renewal (application due by April 15, 2011). The application
must include extensive documentation about the biosolids disposal sites of our
contractor. A new FDEP rule requires that the new permit contain a schedule of
tasks the City must complete to become compliant under the new biosolids rule.
Therefore, the new permit may require changes to the way staff tracks and/or
reports biosolids transportation and disposal activities. Staff does not
recommend changing contractors at this time, as it would impact the Marshall
Street facility permit renewal process.
After the Marshall Street permit is renewed and after learning the requirements of
the biosolids rule compliance schedule, which will be added to the renewed
permit, staff will advertise and bid biosolids transportation and disposal services
for the next contract year to begin May 1, 2012.
Sufficient budget is available in the Water and Sewer Utility Fund operating cost
center 0421-01351-530300-535-000-0000, WPC Operations, to fund the current
year cost of this contract and is planned in the budget request to be brought
forward for Fiscal Year 2011/2012 in the amount of $36,967.44.
In response to a question, Wastewater Environmental Technologies Manager David
Porter said DEP regulation changes will increase burden on disposers and transporters
of biosolids. The City, as biosolids generator, will see an increase in records
management requirements. Changes are also expected to increase hauling prices.
8.2 Approve an increase and a one-year extension to existing contract with Water
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Specialists Technologies LLC, of Sanford, FL in the amount of $58,033.96 (BPO
BR503870) for a new contract total of $838,543.66 for the purchase of copper
precipitant TR-50, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
The City of Clearwater's three Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facilities must
comply with regulatory requirements as set forth in the operating permits issued
through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). TR-50 is a
copper precipitant, used to reduce copper in effluent before discharge into surface
receiving waters. The FDEP permitted effluent limit is 3.7 parts per billion, and this
product effectively reduces effluent copper to maintain permit compliance.
TR-50 is a proprietary product. When the contract was originally bid, an extensive
study was undertaken to select the product best capable of allowing the City's
facilities to meet FDEP permit requirements. In 2007, when this product was
competitively bid, Water Specialists Technologies LLC was the lowest bidder.
They have agreed to extend the contract by one year at the same price and
terms.
TR-50 has allowed the City to maintain copper level permit compliance since
2006. Given that the Marshall Street facility is currently under a Consent Order
with FDEP, staff does not recommend switching to a different product at this time.
Sufficient budget is available in the Water and Sewer Utility Fund operating cost
center 0421-01351-551000-535-000-0000, WPC Operations, to fund the current
year cost of this contract increase and is planned in the budget request to be
brought forward for Fiscal Year 2011/2012 in the amount of $58,033.96.
8.3 Approve an increase and a one-year extension to an existing three-year contract
(BR504735) to Polydyne Inc., of Riceboro, GA, increasing the contract by
$232,478.00, for a new total value of $942,347.28 for Polymer and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
Polymer is used at the City's three Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facilities to
thicken biosolids and reduce the amount of water in the final cake, thereby
reducing the cost required to haul and dispose of the biosolids.
The Wastewater Treatment Facilities are in the process of converting to
Centrifuge from Belt Presses in the next 12 months. This change in technology
will require a re-evaluation of the type and quantity of polymer used by the new
centrifuges when the new units are being readied to be placed into operation.
Until that re-evaluation is completed, it is impractical to prepare specifications for,
and bid for a new contract.
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Polydyne does intend to increase the price from the current price of $0.98/Lb to
$1.04/Lb beginning May 1, 2011. Polydyne has provided the City with cost
justifications of why the price will increase and has provided staff with information
illustrating that the City is being given a favorable, fair and competitive price.
The City advertised the Request for Proposal (RFP 12-08) and required that the
potential polymer suppliers perform trial runs with their proposed products. The
submitted price for the product and dewatering effectiveness on Clearwater
biosolids (as per trial results) combine to make Polydyne the most cost effective
provider.
Sufficient budget is available in the Water and Sewer Utility Fund operating cost
center 0421-01351-551000-535-000-0000, WPC Operations, to fund $62,708.40
of the current year cost of this contract increase and is planned in the budget
request to be brought forward for Fiscal Year 2011/2012 in the amount of
$169,769.60.
9. Engineering
9.1 Award a contract to Wharton-Smith, Inc. of Lake Monroe, Florida, to rehabilitate
the rapid sand filters at the Marshall Street Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) in
the amount of $2,433,819.24, which is the lowest responsible bid received in
accordance with plans and specifications; and approve a work order to Engineer
of Record, King Engineering Associates, Inc. in the amount of $120,484.00 to
provide Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for total funding
in the amount of $2,554,303.24 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. (consent)
The project scope includes rehabilitating the sand filters at the Marshall Street
WRF. The plant utilizes twelve (12) Siemens Zimpro Hydro-Clear rapid sand filters
to reduce the total suspended solids (TSS) in the secondary clarifier effluent prior
to discharge to Stevenson's Creek. The filters were installed during a 1988
upgrade to the WRF and, over time, have developed deficiencies that reduce the
efficiency and reliability of the filters.
Wharton-Smith is the low bidder by approximately 4% and is 6% less than the
final Engineer's estimate. The City received seven bids for the project ranging
from $2.433 to $3.101 million with the average being $2.712 million.
King Engineering Associates, Inc. was the design consultant for this project and
will provide CEI services upon approval of the work order. King Engineering has
reviewed Wharton-Smith's bid and has provided a recommendation of award.
The construction phase is anticipated to take one year and is scheduled for
completion by May 31, 2012.
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The Public Utilities Department shall own and maintain the proposed
improvements included in this contract.
Sufficient 2009 Water and Sewer Bond proceeds are available in 0376-96664,
WPC R&R in the amount of $120,484 to fund the CEI work order.
Midyear amendments will transfer 2009 Water and Sewer Bond proceeds in the
amounts of $128,265.30 from 0376-96622, Aeration Improvements,
$1,287,266.23 from 0376-96665, Sanitary Sewer R&R, and $1,018,287.71 from
0376-96742, Line Relocation - Capitalized to 0376-96664, WPC R&R for total
transfers in the amount $2,433,819.24 to fund the construction contract.
In response to a comment, Assistant City Manager Jill Silverboard said the audit in
Public Utilities involves the entire department and relates to management and
operations, not capital improvements.
10. Official Records and Legislative Services
10.1 Elect a Councilmember to serve as the Vice Mayor.
The Charter requires, at the first meeting in April, the Council to appoint one of its
members as Vice Mayor. While there is no requirement the appointment be
rotated among Councilmembers, it has been Council's practice to do so.
Councilmember John Doran is the current Vice Mayor.
Consensus was to elect Councilmember George N. Cretekos.
10.2 Appoint Councilmembers as representatives on regional and miscellaneous
boards.
Consensus was to maintain all councilmember appointments status quo; recommend
Chip Haynes for the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Bicycle Advisory
Committee and Neil McMullen for MPO Citizens Advisory Committee.
11. Legal
11.1 Adopt Ordinance 8248-11 on second reading, amending the operating budget for
the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 to reflect increases and decreases in
revenues and expenditures for the General Fund, Special Development Fund,
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Special Program Fund, Water and Sewer Fund, Stormwater Fund, Solid Waste
Fund, Recycling Fund, Gas Fund, Marine Fund, Airpark Fund, Clearwater Harbor
Marina Fund, Parking Fund, Harborview Fund, Administrative Services Fund,
General Services Fund, Garage Fund, and Central Insurance Fund.
11.2 Adopt Ordinance 8249-11 on second reading, amending the Capital
Improvement Budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, to reflect a
net increase of $3,012,303.32.
11.3 Adopt Ordinance 8250-11 on second reading, amending the composition of the
Sister Cities Advisory Board to provide that the representative of Clearwater
Sister Cities, Inc. is not required to be a resident of the city.
12. Closing Comments by Mayor
Vice Mayor John Doran thanked city employees for their efforts and dedication.
13. Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 10:09 a.m.
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