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08/13/20121. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AGENDA Location: Council Chambers - City Hall Date: 8/13/2012- 1:00 PM 2.1 Approve the minutes of the May 14, 2012 CRA meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. � Attachments 3. CRA Items 3.1 Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the CRA and Clearwater powntown Events, Inc, a 501 (c) 4 Not-for-Profit Corporation, for the provision of a schedule of Blast Friday events in the Cleveland Street District; approve a$75,000 grant to Clearwater powntown Events, Inc. to underwrite a portion of the expanded Blast Friday Program, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. C� Attachments 3.2 Provide direction whether the Board desires staff to prepare for Board consideration at this time an RFP for development of the CRA property known as the Prospect Lake parcel. C� Attachments 4. Adjourn Community Redevelopment Agency Agenda Council Chambers - City Hall Meeting Date:8/13/2012 SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes of the May 14, 2012 CRA meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. SUMMARY: Review Approval: Cover Memo ��11�:�) Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING MINUTES CITY OF CLEARWATER � � � Present: Chair/Trustee George N. Cretekos, Trustee Doreen Hock-DiPolito, Trustee Paul Gibson, Trustee Bill Jonson, and Trustee Jay E,, Polglaze. Also Present: William B. Horne II - City Manager, Jill S. Silv� Manager, Rod Irwin - CRA Executive Director, Pamela K. Akin - City Attorney, Rosemarie C� Sprague - Official Records and Legislative Se To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda necessarily discussed in that order. Unapproved . • . The meeting was called to order 2. Approval of Minutes 2.1 A�pr�ve the minutes' �i �ri�t�r� ��arr�rnation by ti Trustee Bill Jonson mQVed to as submitted in written summ and carried unanimousl�r. CRA Items t-c��.�►��r� N. Cre�t� c�� 04 p.rrt: at City H uarv 9, 2012: �� ;lerk. - �,��a�a� ..��4y�,� nt City Manager, Clerk. and Nic�le I �TiT�i e minutes of #he January 9, 2012 CRA Meeting : City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded Qn January �, 2012, city staff and the vision plan consultants (Gensler and Social �ompact) presented the East Gateway Vision Plan to the CRA Board. After the pr�esenta#ion; the CRA Board approved the overall concept of the vision plan and tasked staff with creating an implementation matrix. The attached East Gateway Vision Plan Implementation Matrix outlines the overarching goals and strategies and includes cost estimates, timelines, and staff CRA 2012-OS-14 1 Item # 1 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 recommendations. Some of the proposed goals have no funding requirements, other than staff time. Through input from the community, data collected from the market/economic analysis, and recommendations from the consultant, staff has identified the following goals and strategies as the most important for discussion and implementation purposes: • GOAL 1: District Development Strategy 1: Relocate social service programs to consolid�ted co location Strategy 2: Create and maintain a safe and secure envirQnment corridor development, neighborhoods, and activit� ai • GOAL 2: Create a Vibrant Market Strategy 1: Focus on business development to support local ir Strategy 2: Encourage and support restaurant anc� shopping d Strategy 3: Support the establishment of business�s th�at genE • GOAL 3: Zone I(West Commercial Anchor) Strategy 1: Actively seek interest in th�: redeveloprn�:nt af th�:1 Inn property Strategy 2: Assemble prc�perty for ease of deu�:�Qpment for UI� opportunitieslmajor district parking facility : Zone II (Cc�rridor Develop itiate Streetsca�e Phase III • GOAL Strategy 1: I • GOAL 6: Zo Strategy 1: CreatE Clevel • GOAL 7; rateav 1: Cr� III (Open S�a�ce) khe Stever�sc�n Creek drainage basin xrz�t�ons stinations �te freqwent visits rmer Economy � eampus (Festival Cc�re) scape and parking plans on city's right-of-way on treet (east of Hillcrest Ave) ing Strategy branding vision to unlock the potential of the East Gateway AL 8: Policy/Recommendations 1: Review the policies and procedures governing the East Gateway District for recommended changes CRA 2012-OS-14 2 Item # 1 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 During the March 22, 2012 East Gateway Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG) meeting, the SAG members provided their feedback on the proposed goals and identified Goal 1(Soup Kitchen and community policing), Goal 3(former Economy Inn), Goal 4(Streetscape Phase III), and Goal 8(overlay district concept) as their top priority items for implementation. The main project that needs Council's direction is the fundi Streetscape Phase III (Goal 4). Currently, $6M in Penny fo allocated for this project beginning in Fiscal Year (FY) 2�1� by 2018-2019. The consultants and the community recc�mr scenario in order to continue the efforts, accomplishment�; City of Clearwater and the East Gateway community in ac� neighborhood's revitalization goals. Allocating Penny for Pi project in FY 2014-2015 will continue the momentum, prQv street parking and infrastructure improvements, project cost. This goal will need to be discuss�� Penny for Pinellas III discussion, as accornmc�d realignment of other projects within the Penny III schedule. identified as the most important by the' cc�mmunity during th charrette workshop that took place in �eptember 2011. The vision plan implementation comes at a perfe�t time, as Five-Year Action Proaram v�rill conclude in Seaiember 2012 el !017 w nd an � �1iL•" ��'it:�ill:t� as part lize the Economic Developmen' PowerPoint presentatio This � I funding to thi aeeded on- `` luce the overa lan East Gateway afF n�;eds Council's �r tl�e East Gateway Ristrict for the next five (5) fiscal years �iue-Year Action Program for FY 2(�12-2017 by September Housing �irector Geri Campos Lopez provided a Ir� response to questions, Ms. Campos Lopez said the property in the festival core r�ndering is a privately owned property; the consultant assumed that the City could acquire the property. The Engineering Department has identified some funds to con#inue the sidewalk im�ravements in the East Gateway District as part of the annual sidewalk program. Ecc�n�mic Development Coordinator Ekaterini Gerakios said there will be three sidewa1ks (i.e., Hillcrest Avenue, Evergreen Avenue and Park Street) under construc#ion during June and July. Ms. Campos Lopez said staff is focused on using CRA dollars to implement the plan; the Cleveland Streetscape Phase III project was identified in Penny III funds. Staff has not identified a funding source for the open space/recreation space and is not asking for the funds to be allocated any time soon. CRA 2012-OS-14 3 Item # 1 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 Staff was directed to provide a one-page grid of the 5-year plan that identifies the proposed CRA and Penny funds to be used. In response to concerns, Ms. Campos Lopez said Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) is looking to expand and does not have sufficient parking in the current footprint. UMA is hoping the City could facilitate a discussion with neighboring property owners regarding leasing additional parking spaces. Rental housing rehabilitation remains part of the department's stabilization plan; there are not many funding sources for renfia1 rehab as there are for home ownership. Two individuals spoke in support and one individual suppo and crafts marketplace, similar to Tlaquepaque Village in ; There was consensus for staff to pursue items listed in the im for the streetscape items, and prepare the 5-year action plan, August. 3.2 Amend the operatinq b Amendments to the reven $28,846 in TIF received fc TIF proceeds from P��tella Deuelo�ment Board. Uih� previous fiscal ? decrease of $2; adjustment to tt amendments in e origina : funds v� �:ar. Ope for the Clearwater i of fiscal year 2010/ in tax increment re� $2,586 increase in revenues received' there is a $3a0U0 in miscellane�us r�vE F�ii�IC - � � %! �r tne uperating tsuag+et rerie :aI year 2011/12 ba�ed upon unty, the City c�fi Clearwater, enue amendm�n#s for fiscal' City pursuing an arts I:Z�'.I plan, e: presen ipts for the ir 2011 /12 reflect an I ad�pted budget for the Clearwafer Auto Tax Credit �ere unexpectedly receiued in September 2011 during the ratinc� expenditure amendments at mid-year include the Paym�nt from Other Agencies- DDB to reflect the ed revenu� to actual TIF receipts. In addition, budgeted �I fund reflect the increase in the amount of $413,555.34 �ax Credit; which was posted to this project in period 12 �is is offsef'"by a decrease of $26,314 due to the reduction in the operating fund for the fiscal year. There is a �st Gateway Project to recognize miscellaneous onsorships for the East Gateway Hispanic Festival. Also, e in the Economy Inn Demolition Project for the received for the temporary use of the site. StafF is also recommending establishing a new project called Technology District Incentives, 388-94872, and transferring $200,000 from project Downtown Redevelopment, 388-94714, for this purpose. The Technology District concept was outlined in the Economic Development Strategic Plan that was presented to the City Council in November 2011 as an implementation action item. Staff will CRA 2012-OS-14 4 Item # 1 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 bring forward the specifics of program components at a later CRA meeting. This approval establishes the project in the CRA budget In response to a question, CRA Executive Director Rod Irwin said staff is currently analyzing the availability of broadband/fiber and infrastructure issues that would inhibit or support technology companies. The Technology District Incentives program would work with companies interested in relocating to Clearwater. Trustee Jay Polglaze moved to amend the operating budget Community Redevelopment Agency for fiscal year 2011/12. seconded and carried unanimously. Resolution 12-01 was presented and read by title only. Trusi adopt Resolution 12-01. The motion was duly seconded and was: "Ayes": "Nays" Chair George N. Cretekos, Trustee P DiPolito, Trustee Bill Jonson, and Tru None. 4. Executive Director (Assi 4.1 Executive Director Verbal`` Environmental Manager is beinc� rnc�difi�d in two c�f the pond and pump�c Mr. Chesney said staff � 5. Other Business - •�, eting was adjo Attest City Clerk Ed Ch�sney said the Town I phases. The alum sedim�:n�k I into geatubes for dewaterin+ �pects the nrc�iect to last 4-6 2:10 p.m. t m��year tor tr�e 'he motion was duly :e Paul Gibson moved t .�pan roll call, the vote ' , Trustee DQr�en Hock- . Polglaze. _ nd is a stormwater facility, which uill be dr�dged from the bottom Tt�e material will be hauled off� Chair Community Redevelopment Agency CRA 2012-OS-14 5 Item # 1 Community Redevelopment Agency Agenda Council Chambers - City Hall SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION: Meeting Date:8/13/2012 Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the CRA and Clearwater powntown Events, Inc, a 501(c) 4 Not-for-Profit Corporation, for the provision of a schedule of Blast Friday events in the Cleveland Street District; approve a$75,000 grant to Clearwater powntown Events, Inc. to underwrite a portion of the expanded Blast Friday Program, and authorize the appropriate off'icials to execute same. SUMMARY: CRA staff and the Clearwater powntown Events, Inc., volunteer group have had discussions concerning a mutual desire of the group, and CRA staff, to continue the expanded and improved the Blast Friday event so that each event provides a draw approaching the highly successful Miracle on Cleveland Street in December. The CRA staff objectives are to 1) support existing retail business viability in a period of economic downturn by creating larger crowds to create dining and retail demand for businesses in the Cleveland Street District; and, 2) provide our retail recruitment efforts with a better customer base to encourage new retailers/restaurateurs with the confidence to locate in the Cleveland Street District during the current economic downturn; 3) expose additional potential restaurant/retail customers and investors to the Cleveland Street District through attendance at District events.. With the state of the economy and the status of the new residential buildings in downtown, the two major attractors to accomplish the CRA objectives delineated above are: 1) the Capitol Theatre and 2) the 4th Friday events. The Capitol Theatre has expanded program offerings and, the CRA staff and the 4th Friday volunteer group wish to see the increased frequency and quality of the 4th Friday events started in the 2011 season continued and improved in the 2012 season. Last year, Clearwater powntown Events, Inc., proposed a business concept to restructure and enhance their program operations, including a management and production agreement with Ruth Eckerd Hall, with a fmancing plan based upon, in part, a CRA grant of $75,000 and a Downtown Development Board grant of $50,000. The remainder of costs was through sponsorships and/or Ruth Eckerd hall participation. The attached Agreement and Program Budget extends this agreement for the 2012-2013 program year. The intent of the model is for the Clearwater powntown Events group to leverage the production and marketing expertise and capacity of Ruth Eckerd hall to materially enhance the quality and attendance at the events. Downtown Events, Inc. would continue to have overall responsibility for the Blast Friday series and be responsible for the grant administration. Cover Memo The first year of operation was encouraging and the parties wish to extend the agreement for an add��a�y�ear, particularly in light of the fact that the Capital Theatre is projected to be closed for renovations for some portion of the 2012-2013 season, leaving the Blast Friday event as the only regular, large-attendance event to draw people to the Cleveland Street District. The Memorandum of Agreement extends the Blast Friday program for an additional year and provides for a $75,000 grant appropriation from the CRA Redevelopment Fund to partially fund the $ 183,548 budget for 2012- 2013 season. CRA staff recommends approval of the Memorandum of Agreement and approval of $75,000 to fund the CRA contribution. Appropration Code 09311-558100 Amount Appropriation Comment $75,000 Review Approval: 1) Off'ice of Management and Budget 2) Lega13) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk Cover Memo ��11�:�� Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 CLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY GRANT FUNDING AGREEMENT This Grant Funding Agreement is made and entered into this day of August 2012, between the COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, hereinafter the CRA, and CLEARWATER DOWNTOWN EVENTS, INC., a Florida non-profit corporation, hereinafter referred to as the "Downtown Events". WHEREAS, one of the purposes of the Downtown Redevelopment Plan (the Plan) is to create "a unique place that fosters community interaction and fun... for Clearwater residents and tourists alike."; and WHEREAS, a goal of the Plan is to create "downtown as a memorable place to be enjoyed by residents and visitors that capitalizes on Clearwater's waterfront location, natural resources, built environment and history."; and WHEREAS, an objective of the Plan is to encourage a variety of visual and performing arts activities and programs within the downtown; and WHEREAS, the CRA and Downtown Events desire to continue, expand and improve the Blast Friday events on Cleveland Street; and WHEREAS, The Blast Friday events: 1) support existing retail business viability in a period of economic downturn by creating larger crowds to create dining and retail demand for businesses in the Cleveland Street District; and, 2) provide our retail recruitment efforts with a better customer base to encourage new retailers/restaurateurs to locate in the Cleveland Street District during the current economic downturn; 3) expose additional potential restaurant/retail customers and investors to the Cleveland Street District through attendance at Blast Friday Events; and WHEREAS, the CRA has determined that is necessary to provide a grant as seed money to partially underwrite the production and management of an enhanced 2012-2013 season of the Blast Friday events as provided in the attached business plan (Exhibit A). ARTICLE I. TERM The term of this agreement shall be for a period of nine (9) months commencing on October 1, 2012 and continuing through June 30th, 2013, (the "Termination Date"), unless earlier terminated under the terms of this agreement. ARTICLE II. RESPONSIBILITIES OF DOWNTOWN EVENTS 1) Services to be Provided. Downtown Events shall develop, produce and manage a 2012-2013 season of ten (10) Blast Friday signature events to promote Cleveland Street as more fully described in Exhibit A. Such events shall be coordinated with the CRA Executive Director to ensure that the programming is consistent with the intent of the grant. 2) Scheduled Reports of Activities. Downtown Events shall furnish the CRA a financial report and accounting of the use of the CRA funds quarterly and at the end of the 2012- I[�'ii�:3�•l Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 2013 season. The financial report is to set forth the total cost of operations provided, and the detailed account of costs funded in part by the CRA. 3) Use and Disposition of Funds Received. Downtown Events shall deposit the CRA grant funds in a dedicated, segregated account to be used for Blast Friday events only. Funds received by Downtown Events from the CRA shall be used towards the payment of expenses attendant to Blast Friday events only. 4) Other Funding. Downtown Events agrees to pursue DDB funding in the amount of $50,000 and private support in the amount of $25,000 to partially fund the Blast Friday events as delineated in Exhibit A. 5) Creation, Use and Maintenances of Financial Records. a) Creation of Records. Downtown Events shall create, maintain and make accessible to authorized CRA representatives such financial and accounting records, books, documents, policies, practices and procedures necessary to reflect fully the financial activities of Downtown Events. Such records shall be available and accessible at all times for inspection, review or audit by authorized CRA personnel, and shall be made available in accordance with Chapter 119, Florida Statutes (Public Records) and other applicable law. b) Use of Records. Downtown Events shall produce such reports and analyses that may be required by the CRA to document the proper and prudent stewardship and use of the monies received through this agreement. c) Maintenance of Records. All records created hereby are to be retained and maintained for a period not less than five (5) years from the close of the applicable fiscal year. 6) Non-discrimination. Notwithstanding any other provision of this agreement, the Downtown Events for itself, agents and representatives, as part of the consideration for this agreement does covenant and agree that: a) No Exclusion from Use. No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in the operation of this program on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, age or national origin. b) No Exclusion from Hire. In the management, operation, or provision of the program activities authorized and enabled by this agreement, no person shall be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of or otherwise be subject to discrimination on the grounds of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, age, or national origin, except that age may be taken into consideration to the extent that the age of an employee is a bona fide occupational qualification, as permitted by law. c) Breach of Non-discrimination Covenants. In the event of conclusive evidence of a breach of any of the above non-discrimination covenants, the CRA shall have the right to terminate this agreement immediately. 7) Liability and Indemnification. Downtown Events shall act as an independent contractor and agrees to assume all risks of providing the program activities and services herein agreed and all liability therefore, and shall defend, indemnify, and hold harm`�emt�e� 2 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 CRA, its officers, agents, and employees from and against any and all claims of loss, liability and damages of whatever nature, to persons and property, including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, death of any person and loss of the use of any property, except claims arising from the negligence of the CRA or CRA's agents or employees. This includes, but is not limited to, matters arising out of or claimed to have been caused by or in any manner related to Downtown Events activities or those of any approved or unapproved invitee, contractor, subcontractor, or other person approved, authorized, or permitted by Downtown Events whether or not based on negligence. Nothing herein shall be construed as consent by the CRA to be sued by third parties, or as a waiver or modification of the provisions or limits of Section 768.28, Florida Statutes or the Doctrine of Sovereign Immunity. 8) Compliance with Laws. Downtown Events shall comply with all applicable federal, state, county and local laws, rules and regulations. If it is ever determined that this Agreement violates any federal, state, county or local laws, rules or regulations, then Downtown Events shall comply in a timely manner or CRA may terminate. ARTICLE III. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CRA 1) GRANT. The CRA agrees to a one-time grant in the amount of $75,000 to Downtown Events to partially fund the costs incurred in providing the activities authorized by this agreement as provided in Exhibit A hereto. ARTICLE IV. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the subject hereof and may not be changed, modified or discharged except by written Amendment duly executed by both parties. No representations or warranties by either party shall be binding unless expressed herein or in a duly executed Amendment hereof. ARTICLE V. TERMINATION 1) For Cause. Failure to adhere to any of the provisions of this Agreement in material respect shall constitute cause for termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause by giving the other party thirty (30) days notice of termination. If the default is not cured within the thirty (30) day period following receipt of notice, this Agreement shall terminate on the thirty-first (31 st) day. 2) Disposition of Fund Monies. In the event of termination for any reason, monies provided to Downtown Events by CRA but not expended in accordance with this Agreement shall be returned to the CRA within 30 days of demand. ARTICLE VI. NOTICE Any notice required or permitted to be given by the provisions of this Agreement shall be conclusively deemed to have been received by a party hereto on the date it is hand delivered to such party at the address indicated below (or at such other address as such party shall specify to the other party in writing), or if sent by registered or certified mail (postage prepaid), on the fifth (5th) business day after the day on which such notice is mailed and properly addressed. Item # 2 3 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 1) If to Clearwater powntown Events,lnc. addressed to: William Sturtevant President Clearwater powntown Events, Inc P.O. Box 472 Clearwater, FL 33757 2) If to CRA, addressed to Executive Director,CRA P. O. Box 4748 Clearwater, FL 33758-4748 With copies to: City Attorney P. O. Box 4748 Clearwater, FL 33758-4748 ARTICLE VII. EFFECTIVE DATE The effective date of this Agreement shall be as of the date written below. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands and seals this day of . 2012. Countersigned: George N. Cretekos Chairman Approved as to form: Pamela Akin City Attorney Community Redevelopment Agency Rod Irwin Executive Director Attest: Rosemarie Call City Clerk CLEARWATER DOWNTOWN EVENTS, INC. By: William Sturtevant Executive Director Attest: Item # 2 4 a' � ' �.;r ,+. '�i � " F��VENIl� �AT�G��Y/descriptian �or��u��r� Clear�vater Redevelopment Agency Dawntown Develapment Board E,4RNED �everage salesNendor rentals T�iA� �El/�NllE : _'� �+Ti"tL•� ��r . I.: '. • I ..: EX�E�9�E C�l°�G�RYtDescription Ar��a�r�� EVEt�i' �OFZ $ 11,OCJ0 Set Up/Tear da�nrn/Clean up �fage set €�p/tear dawn Trash Maintenance ��iE P��P POrC�I8�5 �-yd Dumpster Garbage Car� Liners �iisc. Equipment Rental (i.e. iables) �now Slidellce Permits Fire�orks Vendor/Baath Mgrnt. Electrical Usage Incidentals Additionai for Miracie other C��3VV� �AA9VAG��h11° Police SecuritylTrafFic Euent [nss�rance P�2�� ItV� �,rtist Fees Productian Catering Security Runner AE2KEi'ING Nledia - t�adia Prirrfing Evenf Phntagrapher Other �/ Spat Praducfion A� iNl�'f 'f1�N �vent A/laragement Productior� Management Bookirwg Public Relations Graphic C?e�ign Website � e�rail s�uppart Sponsor Solicitation & Support Finance & Administratian F� M� • � , , :; C� i ! 11 ' s •-• • . . T�TAL. $ 1 �3,54& � lncludes a total of 10 event�; the events consist of �t 8 music-centered ever�ts; one event which supports fhe �ity°s "�iiracEe'° festivities �nd one end of year �vent with Fireworks N � � N � � �. s�pt z�, 2012 — �c��t R�c�s ��t 26 fVc�v 3d [�e� 7 - �ir�cl� C��c 2� - �I�st snaJFir��nac�rks J�n 25, 2013 F�b 22 �ll�r 29 Apr 26 6�li�y 31 Y ^ s �I s �I s Attachment number 3 \nPage 1 �[iai1�:3�•l Community Redevelopment Agency Agenda Council Chambers - City Hall SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION: Meeting Date:8/13/2012 Provide direction whether the Board desires staff to prepare for Board consideration at this time an RFP for development of the CRA property known as the Prospect Lake parcel. SUMMARY: At the time of the economic collapse in 2008, and the subsequent dissolution of the Miles development agreement for construction of a mixed- use project on the Prospect Lake parcel, the CRA Board directed staff, after considerable discussion, not to re-issue an RFP (Request for Proposal) at that time. Due to economic conditions in the housing and finance markets the Board believed it was not the optimum time to maximize the development potential of the property. The Board instructed the Executive Director to defer further discussion until evidence of market recovery and qualified developer expressions of interest were manifested to maximize the prospect of a successful development going forward. Recently, staff has begun to see renewed interest by the development community in properties in the CRA, including the Prospect Lake site. Preliminary discussions have taken place, which indicate those expressing interest could likely perform, if chosen by RFP process. Staff thus seeks Board direction as to whether the Board feels it is timely and appropriate to prepare a draft RFP for Board consideration in the near future and, if so desired, what the desired form of development the Board seeks on the site. The CRA has subsequently acquired the former St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store site, which would be included in a new RFP. A Letter of Interest from one prospective developer has been provided, so the Board can receive a sense of the level of interest and developer qualifications likely to be evidenced in response to an RFP at this time. Review Approval: 1) Off'ice of Management and Budget 2) Lega13) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk Cover Memo ��11�:�� :�:` ' ' . .:Y:u � ..- ,,. :,� : �ILLI.,�IV�S �,�;°,� i PnnEU�tir:,�=�� : i VXA E-MAIL DNLV Anne.Wilts a�xn elear►v�ter.com July 27, 20I 2 Mr. Rod Iivin City Ma�iagex•'s Office I] 2 Soutli flsceola A�e�lue Gle�.rw�ter, FI.,, 3375G Re: P�•aspect L�ke - multi-ianii[y de�elopine�it opportunity Dea�• Ro� : Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 {?nr (]vcr•rsm 1':tirl: ;Gr.g t:{in3l�rrland R��ulevr�rcl, 5i�ii�: �.;❑ n��„E:�, c��b�:, _t��3a r�i. C78 SSy 777� PAx fi7H SR] 777� �uilfiaiususs�l�if�izctgr�ucittilc,coin �t was a 1�leas��re n�ceeting ya�r ax� .Tt�ly 12�1� to discuss tlie Fz•ospeet Lake site. Sul�sequent fo that meeting we ha�e reseaa•ched the Cleai•water t�iarket, aiad it's our j�idgment that with the financial resources a�ai�able ta tHe William's rel�te�i grau��s; PAC REIT, Qxfor� Coi�struction, anc� Ram Managem�izt, tl�e feasihi2ity of tlzis p��njec[ �ileets our c�•iteria. There�'ore, we request tliat you apprnach the City Caun�il #or a RFP. Peasc do not hesitat� ia cantact rne fur fiirthei• iz�foril�aCioiz. My dirccf line is (678) 589-777$. I'eel free ta cont�ci me nn iny cel� �s we�l, {770} 335-$50Q, Wit st i�eg�:cis, � .ie . �arshaw � I[�'ii�:�c3 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 ��EF��RE[��►P�i�T'��Y ��J�I�TI�� - � � � p�� r�a�: �ur f rm atong tvi�h Haifzeld De�e�opment Campan� Iaok far�vaz•d to �v�rking with th� �c�inmuniiy A�ency ("�RA"j, and the C'rty �f Clearwa��i* �a dev�Ia�ament the �.ix acre Pi•QSp�c� Lake Pa��k site inta a�uxuzy Apaz�ment Proj��t, ��ed on vur �reliminar� �'ro �orma, and marlret study, c�ntributian a� �he �and by CFA �ti�.�l he necessary t� supplamen� Qur equity and cnns�ruc�ian �nancZng o�' ap�r�ximateiyr �2�,00a,oa0. The fallowin� i��format��n o�� our �ona�anies is pravided f�r furth��r discussivn c�n this exciting �'raject ]P��efer��a A.pa� �mex�t �v�x�:m�niti�� "P'AC") -- puk��ic ��mpany faxmed in kpri� 2or� for the puz��ase af purchasing apartmen� comznunities an€I providing in��7�nin� f�n�n�ir�� for n�iv apaz�nxent dev�l4pme��t. S�e wwc��U�.�a�ts.�otn_ 4acfa�� F�€�o��rtie� -� a sisier dev�lopment com�any under the t�mbrelia af Johrt V1��lliams affiiiat�c� Cam�aanies. Jc�hn Witliams i� ihe CL�❑ o� PA� and ��vas the f�under af Pos� Prop��i�s. �xford Fz•r�perties �vill buiid the com.muni�y� tilT[dV�'1'.�xfard- �pe��ies,com �Pi� — a sister apartm��a�l manager�ient company under �he um�r�Ila of �ahn �Vi�iiams aff�liatet� Ca�m�anzes, wtivw.ram artnerstic.cnm Wi�Iliam.s Asset Management ("WA.M"� — WAM was created as an acquisitian and ass�t xnanagenient com�any unde� th� umhz•ella of �ohn Wi��iams affiliated Companies. �AM is na�v the investment campany charged wiih s�urcing, siructu�ing �nd assst ananaging all PAG in�estments. PAC is in th� �racess af falding alI aff'ilia�ed c4mpanies inta P�.C. Since r�ur initial publ�c offeritig, PAC has b�en v�iy acti��, We haWe �aurchased �, prop�rties anci h��e clnsed 2 Mez� iransac#ions and we have � morE Mea� transactivns sched��led ta r,lose over t��e next 3 man�hs. The Prvspec� Lake Park site fi�,� squazely into ou� l�u�iiiess plan and w� laak faz�tvatd ta wox�king �n�i'�h th� City af Clearwa�e� ta hring tl�is joint vision into reaiity. pl+�ase fee� free to cvntact me at the numhers bs�a�v ��v�iilx any qu�st�azxs you znay have. '1�`��ax�lrs, �]eff J�f�F �7. 'fNa��haw �crrzctgrng Di��eetar�/.Fr��sestrnents �Vili�a�ns �i,s�et Man�gernen� Qne �vet`ton Park �b2� C�sxn�e�land Batilevard, Suite ��o A#Ianta, Geaa•gia 3�339 ��8.5�9•i778 {Wark} 6�8.5g9•777r {Pax) 77a�335.8�ao {Mahile) ,ILVarsii�w rr,tivam�t.com. I[�'ii�:�c3 ,�� "`� -- � a � � 4�� :. �;� ,� _o � . ��r��;�� f,��.. oxroRn, Tx� caM��t�Y Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 D�vel� Oxiflrd's de��elop�nes�t team is a��chored hy EV,17��1ie1 Fa�i31c, 3r. a�sd Ri�l�airl A. Den��y III �vhase ri�uiti-family de�elvp�nent ex�ef•ie�ice spans a�er sixty-n4ne ye�rs cotlectir+ely� TT1LiC�l QFt�lc�t S�i�11t leadi��g Past P�•ape�•ties iiatio��id� develop�i�ent eTfQrt. Tagether, t�t� fpllElCl�i'S R11C� t�1�ll' CS�7c�I7�� c�eti�elopttient teacn clpsely ❑versee eveiy aspect af tl�e r�eveloj��ei�t process. ?he dire�t invoIvement of tlie Dan a�1cf Ricliai•d iti each �rojeat offeis a foz•�itit�ai��e a�va��tage ta �xfoi•ci a��d its �arttie�•s as they ptErst�e develapmei�t �ai�ojects. Q�Er devela��»e»t teair� kiio��s a!1 tao �vel� tEaat tiie "devil is irt tl�e detail." �i�z• e�7tiz•e clevelopnient teain actively parti�ipates i» �.i� aspects of the d�ie dilige��ce ��rocess and tl�e prajec.t i��anagem�nt team is ��eavily invoived i�� ; - cQO��di�3ating ��•e-�o�istriictio» p9ars»i��g ' . »>ith the develflpe:•s. Fi�rt��e�• �i��ancia� .- . , a�ialysis is perfoz•ined sirrsulta��eatisly • . f_ • • I • � ' • `-•y ~_•. � •' . Lt�1L1� the ac�mitiistratinn of ti�e ca�3tract - �� 1 _ ! • �.' Y� - - - �'.__��,�_-._ i � r:_� ° , .-�: - �r,. ; � �c� "��' atid #he i�i�estigatia» of aIl klie locai la�vs �,��r� E� �; ��' . -� n:.� �, � �i ii i� - r«;�.'x:' ,, `,ti:,=. �;- '-' � affe�titig devela;��nent. �ur• �ii�e .� /��, -�• �;,.. . -. ��, =� ditigence is otir cievelapaneiit q�aa�ity y:�l� � �� . i r� cantE�l. �-�,,_ - _ . ..__ Constructio�i -- .��j,-.�`' '; Izi additio�� ta oa�r de�eiap�nenf ��u�: L� _ �___ - '} - ? b�'T �� .� s��- - capabilEties, Oxford offers fi�i�y ;• ; � # :,�:;;:�-:,..,.•; r~ _ �,3-�* ';;;a:�'':�` �': iiifeg�•ated ge��eral co�itracting services. � -. � __' ` Tltis affords DxfQr�i tkie apport«tiity t� �.chi�ve ��C[8I1C1�5 in l�uil�sng tl3e projeets it develops. fliit• coi�strucfiar� �.rojects bene#�t fa-om tl3e �vlleotive experience of atir �onstri�ctio�3 teaiii ivl�a is responsible far al] c��rr��it and fi�tizre �xfa►•d F��ope��ties ai��i tf�ird party projeots as �vell as i�1a��y oF tl�e existing Pas# Ap€�i-�n3ent Comr��i�tzi#ies b��ilt d�iring the last t�irty }�ea�s. T��e leadersl�ip af the QxFa��d �anstr�►Gtion ga•a�ip ca�z-dii�ates an� oversees ali 4f #l�e �arojects �ve «ndertake. Tl�eS+ pi•ide tF�emselves in being l��iids-on �nan�gers. F�•o�3� yea��s of experien�e, #hey have set the st�ndarci of excellence ta ►�hic�; tlie e»#ire constr�tciian g�•aup axiheres. C1t:r constri�ctio�� graiip adds ��sideral�ie value to tl�e construction ��•ocess by tttiliaing our relatiansl;ips. Tl�e axford cflnsii•iictias� ��•bi�� has �ieueloped a deep �nd st�-ang subconti•a�tor ar�d supplier �asa with inan}� ie�atiotastii�s wlii�ti are as «�cich as tliirt�' yea��s oic�. �'�e aisa ha�e lt�t�g- staEiding �rofessia�3a1 ��elationships �vith �nany leading design pi'ofessiartals i�t b�th tl�e at�l�itectural and ei�gineea•i�ag #ield. C0135EL]11�11t�, at�r stafF of pa•aject inariagers, cor,str��ct�on supe�•visQrs aitd e��gii�eers has a ui�ique u�idersiandi��g of the n�iances associated �vitli the coi�structiQn pracess i�� markets acr�ss the United States. l�fi'%aii�:3 � r�� ^�'� . :�R=�� ` : r . 'n .4 .�'t��,� _�.-;_ - .. �. �, De��elo r�xe�it & �o��st�•iictian P�•o'ee#s Ca3i� u Ie tecllCai ra'e n i Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 Pendin� �i � "Ea�� i (..;: .. •�� ;: '.�;,``'� � -- °� ,� •' --.�r•;:.. }.t�� ;.:�: -� s'� ------f: _ : '' :T^ `.f,,, E:. ---'�.�' --:....:� .� �i�;;>� , �� #ts-- �� ':�s, .� �;��; �;� � _ i�?�.::_ � : ��,� `_,.�_ ' c ��::'. , r-= -• •- � -- - -• --- -__—� _,::—. �� r� .� � r� . ' � o � .. `�-'"; G��e�•�l�oa�f'ilCt113 Prn'ecis Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 ��! - Y� �.Wr'_� .� i 1 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 ��'�xF� � Y � ��(� ��.�=1�.'.��' °� Affi�iates Williams Itealty Advisars �]Villi�ms Real#� I'unds 111L'11 ,11 III1'rk111S1 ��I�11'i1CI1�i��rti.t��iFi �Tilliams Residential Manage��xent �1 �1 ��.111i11��1.�:t+lli Resi�iential Asse# Management ��,1�11.1'.IfII ]:t[lil�i��t..tt�� --- - E- ------�- -- Pa�•k Landscape 5e�•vices 11 1! ll .�);1f �:_�:tt lC��t �li7t �t I'1' 1� � 4.[: �111 i �� .��.�� .�� "�� 4�� "��;�� Clearwater Main Library � �� -- � ,— 11-�' �� "":. � � $20.2 million ' � �d,�� i ��i -I, , �' m� ,,,m 90,000 sq ft facddy �. �� Station S uare Condos - Under Construction Proposed 129 Downtown — q Boat Slips � x I� � 126 Residential Units �, � � , �i, � 10,000 sq ft Retail/Commercial area � !� � �ur , � ..,,,. ,,.��F...,r,.n , /�,i � ,.,<. � ...., ,. , �z 100 public parking spaces �Gl�7, f �C$ �6°��3E.'6"$� Cleveland Street Streetscape - Under Construction $8.9 million pedestrian friendly improvement w/ decorative features and medians w/ public art ,- i , '�!se Prospect Lake Park II� A regional stormwater retention area � � I �� f� Waters Edge - Under Construction 157 Residential Units 10,000 sq ft RetaiVCommercial area Memorial Causeway Bridge New high-span, 4 lane $64.2 million bridge w/ extra lanes for emergency vehicles and space for future monorail Marriott Residence Inn - Under Construction 115 Hotel Rooms Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 Clearwater Centre - Under Construction 88 Residential Units 43,000 sq ft Retail/Commercial area Clearwater Automotive Future Redevelopment Site ^ �;��;�� --. �� --�,.�.�� a �'�^�.',�;��`.:�:-� Prepared by Engineering Department GIS Division t inch equals 600 feet 0 300 600 !� Feet Attachment number 2 \nPage 3 ��.�� The purpose of this Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFP/Q) is to select a qualified Development Team (Developer) to purchase and develop a prime 4.13+/- acre site located on Cleveland Street and Prospect Avenue (Site) in Downtown Clearwater, one block east of the Downtown Core. The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) of the City of Clearwater, Florida invites qualified applicants to submit proposals and qualifications for a residential infill development that includes a limited commercial component for the Site. The CRA redevelopment strategy emphasizes the creation of a significant residential concentration in and around the Downtown Core to create the support for a day-into- evening retail, office, recreational, and entertainment environment. The CRA envisions this parcel as a major opportunity to facilitate this strategy. �� .�� .�� .��HI�� The Site, located in the Town Lake Residential Character District of Downtown Clearwater, is currently owned by the CRA and the City. Clearwater is situated on the west coast of Central Florida in the Tampa Bay area and is the county seat for Pinellas County government. N6176�37"E 7.9 \ Sg1'18�37"W �.05�\ N81"19 37"E 8.85� � � A W °o 1 N rn f TRACT 2 W O M i� 569'57'11"W m r.�i 5.06' � Z Attachment number 2 \nPage 4 LJ V �Lr-i5 �Lr-u THIS IS NOT A SURVEY!! NOT TO SCALE 180092 S.F. N 0 4.13 Acre N ° � � ri 569'42'o4"W o 21.42' a ° �i °: � � � 00"W ^'y� � d m >r ��,, ;N �'� --- � � — fik92�E m N6 3� 92 �n 0 m � N $ �W, i�� Nrn, m YzwW ¢ Nsoroo 139. Z dW 566�4 AOM� �= �+�. 4 THIS IS NOT A SURVEY! NOTE: Total acreage is 4.13 Acres, more or less. Includes Tracts 2 and 5 of MEDITERRANEAN VILLAGE IN THE PARK, as recorded in Plat Book 125, Pages 44-46, public records of Pinellas County, Florida. CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT TRACT 5 , � � �Eiall�:�c3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 5 The City targeted this prime development site, a former car dealership, for redevelopment in the late 1990s. The Site was purchased, along with some adjacent property, by the City to allow for environmental remediation of the site because of its former use. The goal was to create momentum for residential development in the downtown. The adjacent land was acquired for the use as a regional stormwater retention area, now Prospect Lake Park, and also to encourage redevelopment of the area. The City completed the environmental remediation of the site in 2004. A"comfort letter" provided by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection acknowledges the completion of the soil remediation at the Site and the current monitoring only plan for groundwater. The Site is ready for development, but will need to include four (4) monitoring wells to show sufficient natural attenuation of the groundwater. The property was originally separated into three tracts, or stages, the first of these tracts was developed for residential use. Named Mediterranean Village in the Park, fifteen townhouses along with a community pavilion and pool were constructed on this first tract. Through this RFP/Q, the CRA is seeking to redevelop the remaining 4.13+/- acres with a residential infill development. Attachment number 2 \nPage 6 Item # 3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 7 The subject property is located in the Town Lake Residential Character District of the Downtown. It has frontage on Cleveland Street, Prospect Avenue, and Ewing Avenue and is adjacent to Prospect Lake Park. The Downtown Redevelopment Plan envisions this District as a residential area with ancillary commercial uses, with more intensive commercial and office development directed to the major streets in the District. The CRA desires a mixed-use urban infill project in this location, with a predominantly residential component. The CRA's redevelopment strategy emphasizes the creation of a significant residential concentration in and around the downtown core, to create the support for a retail and recreational environment. The City/CRA view this parcel as a major opportunity to further this strategy. While the City has a Flexible Development Code to encourage design, mixed-use and massing creativity on infill projects, certain preferred criteria have been established because of the importance of this Site. Development proposals should include a mixed-use building fronting Cleveland Street three to four stories in height. Commercial uses should be located on the first floor and residential uses on the upper floors. The building should have a pedestrian orientation with no means of vehicular ingress/egress on Cleveland Street. Freestanding residential buildings should be located to the south of the mixed-use building and may extend up to a maximum of 75 feet in height. The orientation of these residential buildings should capitalize on the site's proximity to Prospect Lake Park, but not wall-off the park. The project's overall design should acknowledge and integrate the lake as a design feature of the site. Submissions reflecting significant variations from the �referred conce�t may be considered, but at the sole and exclusive o�tion of the CRA. I t�►�r �# Attachment number 2 \nPage 8 The Downtown Plan allows residential density up to 30 dwelling units or 40 hotel units per acre and a Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 1.0 for commercial development. Through the Public Amenities Incentive Pool, a development proposal may attain additional density and/or FAR based on certain amenities provided by the developer, including but not limited to, streetscape improvements, on-site public art, the inclusion of affordable housing within the development, and mixed-use projects that further the Plan's major redevelopment goals and character district vision. The amount of development potential made available to the project will be based on the type and scale of amenity provided and not a specific formula. The allocation of additional density/intensity is made in conjunction with a site plan application reviewed and approved by the Clearwater Community Development Board at a public hearing. Any proposed project must comply with the Downtown Design Guidelines, which require quality architectural and site design, an urban development pattern and the use of quality materials that enhance the quality of the Clearwater powntown built environment. �� Price is to be negotiated, based upon the overall development proposal and the economic benefit to the CRA. �� :�� A Development Agreement between the Developer and the CRA shall govern the terms and conditions associated with this project and the property acquisition. The selected Developer shall enter into a binding Development Agreement with the CRA, which shall outline the purchase and disposition of the subject Site, the underlying project development design parameters agreed to by the CRA and city, any incentives agreed upon, and the terms and conditions. Item # 3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 9 Due to the importance of this particular downtown infill development site, it is the intention of the CRA to consider certain development "incentives" which might include, but not be limited to, the payment/waiver of certain impact fees and the use of tax increment financing revenues. � ��HI�� A screening team will evaluate all submissions according to the evaluation criteria delineated below and identify firms that will be invited to submit more detailed proposals, make oral presentations, or both. The screening team will rely upon the response to this RFP/Q in selection of finalists and the Preferred Developer. Therefore, respondents should emphasize information particularly pertinent to the project and the evaluation criteria and submit all information they wish the screening committee to consider. The Screening Team will recommend a Preferred Developer to the CRA, who will make the final selection. The recommended Preferred Developer may be required to make a formal presentation to the CRA, if requested, as part of the selection process. The CRA will then enter into exclusive negotiations with the Preferred Developer for a Development Agreement, Purchase Agreement and any other appropriate CRA transactions. The selected Developer will be solely responsible for project design, development application submission and approval, securing required permits, construction of the project and ongoing project maintenance and operation. It�1�r �# �� " �� .�� ,�� w • Developer Experience and Qualifications • Financial Feasibility (Developer & Project) • Conceptual Development Program/Vision • Economic Benefit to the CRA 25% 25% 25% 25% * A 10% "bonus" may be applied to any project proposal containing a residential component with at least 10% of the units reserved for workforce affordable housing, at 120% of area medium income, for a period of at least 20 years. �� .�� .�� Release RFP/Q Proposal Submittal Deadline Project Evaluation and Rankings Oral Presentations Approval of Selection by CRA ��"�� May 8, 2007 June 29, 2007 Week of July 17, 2007 Week of July 30, 2007 September 2007 Proposals must be submitted on or before June 29, 2007 by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Late proposals will not be accepted. Proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope or box and clearly marked as follows: Request For Proposals /Qualifications- CRA Cleveland Street and Prospect Lake Park Site Attachment number 2 \nPage 1i Item # 3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 �� .�� One (1) fully signed original transmittal letter and 10 copies of the proposal shall be submitted to the CRA. The signer of the transmittal letter must be the person with authority to act on behalf of the Proposer. �� ..��HI�� .�� Proposals shall be mailed or hand delivered to the office of: Mr. George McKibben Purchasing Manager City of Clearwater Municipal Services Building 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, 33756-5520 P.O. Box 4748 Clearwater, Florida 33758-4748 �� .w ��.�� All questions regarding this RFP/Q must be submitted in writing and directed to the Purchasing Manager no later than five (5) days prior to the submittal deadline. All questions and answers will be posted on the City's website at www.myclearwater.com. Questions may be 1) sent via email to Mr. George McKibben at �eor�e.mcicibben(�a mvclearwater.com 2) faxed to (727) 562-4635; or 3) mailed or hand-delivered to: Mr. George McKibben Purchasing Manager City of Clearwater Municipal Services Building 100 S. Myrtle Avenue, 33756-5520 P.O. Box 4748 Clearwater, Florida 33758-4748 It�1�r �# Attachment number 2 \nPage 1; �u�k��:�� ;�� All proposers responding to this RFP/Q do so at their sole expense and risk. The CRA and city assume no financial or other obligation to Proposers who respond to this RFP/Q. The CRA and City will not be liable to any broker, consultant or other entity acting on behalf of any Proposer for any fee or payment relating directly or indirectly to the Proposer or its proposal. �,�� '�,� �� " � �� .�� ,��: The selected Developer shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances and regulations. ��"°�� All proposals, qualifications, correspondence and records made thereof, are public record and handled in compliance with applicable state and local laws. �� V �� .�� The successful development entity will be selected by the CRA. Estimated timeframe for selection is September 2007. ��..�� Any actual or prospective proposer who is aggrieved in connection with the solicitation or award of a contract may seek resolution of his/her complaints by contacting the Purchasing Manager. Item # 3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1; Information in the responses should be organized and divided by tabbed sections as outlined below: �� HI �� - Legal name and principal office address - Telephone number and e-mail address - Name of authorized agent who is authorized to negotiate with the CRA �� "�� - Names and qualifications of all team members, legal counsel, architect, financial institution, contractor (if known) - A statement of the relationship between the developer and any parent company or subsidiaries that might also take part in the development �.�� f�� - List of prior development experience, short summary of relevant project(s), listing total projects/units developed within the last five years �� .�� V��HI�� - Provide financial institution reference contact(s), which may be contacted by the CRA �� "�� .�� - A clear statement of the respondents' vision for the project and site, including how the envisioned project will relate to the surrounding area and its benefits to the CRA It�1�r � . Attachment number 2 \nPage 1� �� ,.,��.�� ,�� — Present in both narrative and visual form the extent of the development proposal for the Site. Drawings may be "conceptual" in format, but should be detailed enough to reflect the scope of the proposed development — Narrative elements to be addressed include: • Height • Scale • Square footage of specific land uses • Proposed architectural style and material types • Site and building orientation • Project relationship to the adjoining Prospect Lake Park • Access points and curb cuts A breakdown of the proposed parking spaces to be allocated for each use Creative and innovative design solutions �:�� .�� .��.�� — Proposed calendar schedule, to include timeline for: • Design • Review and Permitting • Construction * Note: it is the desire of the CRA that this project is under construction within twelve months of CRA approval of the development agreement. �� .�� — Preliminary financial plan to include: • Construction Budget detailing total project cost and proposed source(s) of funding • Demonstration of developer's financial capacity to develop the Site — A brief description of the various land uses being proposed, including price points of for-sale residential units and proposed lease rates for retail — Suggested purchase price for the property ,� �: Item # 3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1; The CRA, in its sole and absolute discretion, with or without cause, and without liability of any kind to any Proposer, reserves the right to: Accept or reject any and/or all proposals, either in whole or in part, waive any informality of any proposals and qualifications, cancel this RFP/Q at any time and/or take any action in the best interest of the CRA. The CRA's decision in all matters shall be final; Retain all proposals for official record purposes, including a copy of the selected developer's qualifications and supporting documentation, and/or use them in whatever manner it deems appropriate; Written competitive proposals, other submissions, correspondence, and all records made thereof, as well as negotiations conducted pursuant to this RFP/Q, shall be handled in compliance with Chapters 119 and 286 of the Florida Statutes. The City gives no assurance as to the confidentiality of any portion of any proposal once submitted; Elect not to accept any request by any Proposer to correct errors or omissions in any information, calculations or competitive price(s) submitted once a qualification is received; Ensure that by offering a submission to this RFP/Q, the proposer certifies the proposer has not divulged to, discussed or compared his/her competitive proposal with other proposers and has not colluded with any other proposers or parties to this competitive proposal whatsoever; Investigate the financial capability, integrity, experience and quality of performance of each Developer including all principals; Request an oral presentation from any Proposer; and; - Request any additional information from any Proposer. It�►�r :: Attachment number 2 \nPage 1i Regional and national developers have discovered downtown Clearwater's strategic location within the Tampa Bay region. The city is the second most populous community within the county, and as the county seat enjoys the added benefit of hosting thousands of city and county employees within our downtown. Connected to downtown by the newly constructed Memorial Causeway Bridge are world-renowned beaches that remain a popular destination for residents and tourists alike. The Downtown Core itself is undergoing revitalization with two key private parcels under construction. Several infrastructure projects have been completed or are under construction that will continue to set the stage for the attraction of private development. Leading the infill and redevelopment market is a strong consumer demand for new workforce urban housing units (condominiums, townhomes, and apartments) and associated quality retail and entertainment support venues. To coincide with this demand, a primary strategy of the CRA for downtown revitalization is the attraction of quality, new urban market-rate and workforce housing and hotel units. The attraction of residents and tourists into our downtown acts as a catalyst for increased retail, restaurant and entertainment venues. The CRA has worked closelywith developers, the Downtown Development Board (DDB), Main Street Program, property owners, Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce, and other stakeholders to coordinate projects that support this strategy. These projects include a comprehensive marketing plan to promote the future of downtown with a brand identity for Cleveland Street and a Fa�ade Improvement Program with matching grants for buildings along Cleveland Street. Item # 3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 Coinciding with these two projects is the development of a Sidewalk Cafe District on Cleveland Street. Meant to provide a"unifying concept" for the area, it promotes a sidewalk cafe environment and integrates businesses with the streetscape project currently under construction on Cleveland Street. Complementing these projects are the strong investments into the downtown infrastructure by the city and redevelopment projects by private developers. �,.,�� .�� "��"�.��;��"�� "��;�� The revitalization of downtown Clearwater has been spurred by the city's commitment to improving the infrastructure of Downtown. This is evidenced by over $100 million in new capital infrastructure improvements. • Cleveland Street Streetscape— This $8.9 million project is under construction and will be completed by the end of 2007. The project stretches from Osceola to Myrtle Avenues and includes new sidewalks, landscaping, lighting, street-side amenities, and upgraded utilities. The streetscape design, envisioned to continue along Cleveland Street, creates a pedestrian-friendly downtown environment. � �.�: �:�.�� „��:�: ��r�'��:. • Downtown Clearwater Boat Slips— The residents of Clearwater have approved, through public referendum, a 129-boat slip project on the downtown waterfront near Coachman Park. This $11 million project will create an active, dynamic waterfront destination for families and visitors. It will also serve as a key piece in the continued revitalization of Cleveland Street and �� ¢�a� � „� �.� °¢�� Y � �::; �� ¢�a��„� �:; �� surrounding areas. �:� � � _.r �� k �� w� �� ; It�rr� • Main Library— A 90,000 square foot $20.2 million main library designed by architect Robert A.M. Stern was completed in 2004. ��::��'��. �Y��.��:�¢�a��`� ��.��:: Attachment number 2 \nPage 1� �� . � �� `� ��°� • Memorial Causeway Bridge— Clearwater's signature bridge linking downtown to the beaches was completed in 2005 contributing to a more pedestrian-friendly Cleveland Street. �.��"�� .�� "�� In addition to infrastructure projects, Clearwater has approved 1,237 attached dwellings in downtown, of which 519 units have been built or are currently under construction. The CRA has been very active in the downtown creating several public- private partnerships that has resulted in two development projects currently under construction and several under development. 0 C1�0 ti �fl�'� Station Square Condominium Project Construction is currently underway for a mixed-use project consisting of 126 residential condominiums, 10,000 square feet of restaurant/ retail space and 326 parking spaces, of which 100 will be public. This project lies on a 35,968- square-foot former parking lot lying on the north ��_.�,��_�.�� .�� Item#3 �Y��.$�� °��..:�._.�, Attachment number 2 \nPage 1! side of Cleveland Street, just west of Myrtle Avenue, within the downtown core of the city. The project is slated for completion mid 2008. � � � �. , �� .r � § �� .r � �� ., �"�a �_� �:., �.; �.:: �:.;. ¢ ,,_ � �_� k��`�9. �,,,,d ��a,,,, �..$�.&. � . A3 ..5 � 1100 Cleveland Street Water's Edge Construction is currently underway by Opus South for a mixed-use project consisting of 157 residential condominiums and 10,000 square feet of retail space. This project lies on a former Calvary Baptist church site lying on the south side of Cleveland Street and just west of Osceola Avenue, within the downtown core of the city. This project is slated for completion by the end of 2008. Currently under development, this $35 million project will add 88 new residential units and 22,000 square feet of retail/office space to the downtown. ��:��:��Y�: �� °� �� _.�,_.�, " � � a � a °""` �' � �� r �x � �� _. . � � �� _. . aa�� . : �e�w�aa � .� ��.�,_ Residence Inn by Marriott Located at 940 Court Street, this $9.3 million proposed hotel project represents 115 new hotel rooms being added to the downtown area in 81,880-square-foot building. It�raar � . Clearwater Automotive Long an impediment to the future redevelopment around the Prospect Lake area, an automotive junkyard was acquired by the City through an exchange of real property between the city and Clearwater Mall, LLC. The city and the CRA have partnered on this project to complete the environmental remediation of this Attachment number 2 \nPage 2i � Y � . �: �� ¢�a�� : �� . $ _� � � ��'�� : 3+/-acre site. The intention of the CRA is to issue a Request for Proposals once all the requirements of the Brownfields Site Rehabilitation Agreement have been completed and signed offby the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for redevelopment of this site. Downtown Clearwater For more information about Downtown Clearwater, please visit www. myclearwater.com/downtown. Item # 3 Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 ` It�ir� �# � < Attachment number 2 \nPage 2; ,� �: Item # 3