12/03/2012
WORK SESSION AGENDA
Council Chambers - City Hall
12/3/2012 - 1:00 PM
1. Office of Management and Budget
1.1Provide guidance regarding Ordinance 8370-12, establishing an increase in the senior exemption for
persons 65 and older from $25,000 to $50,000; provide guidance on the adoption of Ordinance 8372-12,
establishing a new additional homestead exemption for qualifying seniors provided under Amendment 11.
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2. Marine and Aviation
2.1Award a contract (purchase order) for the extension of the runway at Clearwater Airpark (Project 12-
0006-AP) to Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, of the City of Nokomis, County of Sarasota and State of
Florida, for the sum of $1,697,205.95 which is the lowest responsible bid received in accordance with the
plans and specifications and, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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3. Parks and Recreation
3.1Approve a three-year Agreement between ExtremeTix, Inc. (ET) and the City of Clearwater (City) to
provide ticketing solutions for City Special Events comprising of advanced internet ticket sales, box office
sales, telephone sales, bulk ticket printing, support services, and ticket validation components and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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3.2Award a contract to Pine Lake Nursery and Landscape of Lutz, Florida, Bid 11-0048-PR (A) to provide
Phase II landscape improvements for State Road 60 medians from Skyview Avenue to Edenville Avenue
for a cost of $103,799.65; approve the transfer of $19,681 from 010-01876-550400-572-000 (Project
Team General Operating Fund) to CIP 315-93626 (FDOT Median and ROW Enhancement) project at
first quarter and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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4. Police
4.1Approve the Voluntary Cooperation Mutual Aid Agreement between the Florida Department of Law
Enforcement (FDLE) and the City of Clearwater Police Department, pertaining to the Tampa Bay
Regional Child Abduction Response Team (CART), commencing January 1, 2013 through December 31,
2016, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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5. Solid Waste/General Support Services
5.1Award a Contract (Purchase Order) for $373,964.00 to Stingray Chevrolet of Plant City, FL for 13
Chevrolet Caprice Police Cars, 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 purchase of 6 vehicles under Penny for Pinellas III proceeds; authorize the purchase of one vehicle
from Project 181-99350 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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5.2Award a Contract (Purchase Order) for $142,440.00 to Alan Jay Automotive Network of Sebring, FL for
four 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, 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)
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5.3Award a Contract (Purchase Order) for $214,165.00 to Alan Jay Automotive Network of Sebring, FL for
seven (7) Chevrolet Tahoe, 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)
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5.4Amend Article VII, Solid Waste Management, Section 32.2715 definitions; Sections 32.272(4) and
32.288 repealing City of Clearwater Exclusivity in collection of construction and demolition debris or
putrescible waste from commercial or industrial establishments; Section 32.274 making the inappropriate
disposal of E-waste unlawful; Section 32.275 clarifying that it is the responsibility of a party generating
prohibited materials to dispose of such waste legally; Section 32.277 modifying penalties for private
haulers failing to adhere to the rules of the permit program; Section 32.280 advising that the City may
collect E-waste only after the property owner has scheduled a pick-up and providing the City the ability to
issue stop work orders for construction projects using unpermitted private haulers; Section 32.284
providing dimension specifications for enclosures; Section 32.290 clarifying that all permit documentation
is due the 20th day of the following month or the next business day, if such day falls on a weekend or City
holiday; Section 32.293(4) advising permitees appealing a revocation or denial of a private hauling permit
of the administrative fee associated with such appeal; Clarifying language in Appendix A schedule of
fees, rates and charges and providing an effective date and pass Ordinance 8315-12 on first reading.
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6. Engineering
6.1Award a contract to Southeast Drilling Services, Inc. of Tampa, Florida for the construction of the
Reservoir 2 Brackish Wellfield Expansion Project in the amount of $1,576,481.50, which is the lowest
responsible bid in accordance with plans and specifications; and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
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6.2Award a contract (purchase order) to Brandes Design Build, Inc. of Clearwater, in the amount of
$8,121,739.69 for construction of the Reverse Osmosis Plant 1 Expansion Part 2 Plant Expansion (09-
0018-UT), which is the lowest responsible bid received in accordance with the plans and specifications for
this project; approve Work Order in the amount of $969,790 to Camp Dresser McKee and Smith, Inc.,
(CDM Smith) an Engineer-of-Record for the City of Clearwater, to provide Construction Engineering and
Inspection (CEI) Services; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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6.3Approve the conveyance of an Underground Distribution Easement to Florida Power Corporation (FPC),
doing business as Progress Energy Florida, Inc., granting appropriate authority to FPC for its continued
operation and maintenance of facilities located within a former City right-of-way; and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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6.4Approve a Supplemental Work Order in the amount of $50,000, to an existing Work Order of $271,690,
approved by Council on October 22, 2009, bringing the total budget to $321,690, to Cardno TBE, an
Engineer-of-Record for the City of Clearwater, to provide additional Construction Engineering and
Inspection (CEI) services for the relocation of the Citys water, sewer and reclaimed water facilities that
are in conflict with the reconstruction of US 19 from Whitney Road to north of Gulf to Bay Blvd, (SR
60);and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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7. Planning
7.1Approve the US 19 Corridor Redevelopment Plan and adopt Resolution 12-18.
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8. Legal
8.1Adopt Ordinance 8365-12 on second reading, annexing certain real property whose post office address is
1990 Sunset Point Road, into the corporate limits of the city and redefining the boundary lines of the city
to include said addition.
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8.2Adopt Ordinance 8366-12 on second reading, amending the Future Land Use Plan element of the
Comprehensive Plan of the city to designate the land use for certain real property whose post office
address is 1990 Sunset Point Road, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Commercial General
(CG).
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8.3Adopt Ordinance 8367-12 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the city by zoning certain
real property whose post office address is 1990 Sunset Point Road, upon annexation into the City of
Clearwater, as Commercial (C).
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8.4Authorize the City Attorney to hire Thompson, Sizemore and Gonzales to represent the City in the matter
of Dwayne Chris Vaughan and Michael Faulkner v. City of Clearwater in the initial estimated amount of
$100,000. (consent)
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9. City Manager Verbal Reports
9.1City Manager Verbal Reports
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10. Council Discussion Items
10.1Mayor and Councilmembers Increases
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11. Closing Comments by Mayor
12. Adjourn
13. Presentation(s) for Council Meeting
13.1Annual Utilities We Care Fund Appeal - John Scott, Customer Service
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13.2Turkey Trot Presentation - Skip Rogers, Race Director.
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Provide guidance regarding Ordinance 8370-12, establishing an increase in the senior exemption for persons 65 and older from $25,000
to $50,000; provide guidance on the adoption of Ordinance 8372-12, establishing a new additional homestead exemption for qualifying
seniors provided under Amendment 11.
SUMMARY:
Amendment 11 was approved by voters in the November 6, 2012 general election. This amendment changes Section 6
(d) of Article VII of the State Constitution. The amendment authorizes an additional homestead exemption of
$250,000 for qualifying seniors outlined in the second item below. But first, while reviewing this issue, staff wanted to
review the current senior exemption with Council to clarify any consideration of change in the amount of the current
exemption:
1) Initial communication on the existing low-income senior exemption under 196.075 of the Florida Statutes, indicated
that the exemption could either be a flat rate of $0 or $50,000 for starting in 2013. The Department of Revenue has
since clarified that the exemption amount can be up to $50,000 as in past legislation. The City's current senior
exemption is $25,000.
If the City Council would like to consider a change, staff is providing an option to increase the current senior
exemption of $25,000 to $50,000 and consider passing Ordinance 8370-12 on first reading establishing an additional
senior exemption of $50,000 for qualifying senior citizens. The financial impact on City property taxes for the
$50,000 exemption vs. the current $25,000 exemption is estimated at $65,671 by the Pinellas County Property
Appraiser;
2) In addition, Amendment 11 established a new additional senior exemption for long-term-resident low-income
seniors. The new exemption exempts 100% of the assessed value of a senior's homestead property if the property's just
value is less than $250,000 and the property has been the owner's permanent residence for at least 25 years. The
financial impact on City property taxes for this exemption has not been provided, but based upon the information
provided for the $50,000 exemption, the impact could be anywhere between $0 and $93,000. Ordinance 8372-12 has
been provided if the Council would like to consider this exemption.
The additional senior exemption of $250,000 must be authorized by a super majority (a majority plus one) vote of the
City Council.
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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ORDINANCE NO. 8370-12
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 29, ARTICLE V,
SECTION 29.93 OF THE CLEARWATER CODE OF
ORDINANCES TO AMEND THE
HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION FOR PERSONS 65 AND
EXEMPTION FOR QUALIFIED SENIOR CITIZENS;
PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
ENTITLEMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
REPEALER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on November 6, 2012 Amendment 11 to the State Constitution was
passed, and the implementing statutory legislation under Florida Statutes 196.075(2)
(2012) provided changes to the senior exemption, and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to implement the additional homestead
exemption for qualifying senior citizens in accordance with 196.075 of the Florida State
Stautues; now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA;
Section 1. That Section 29.93, Clearwater Code of Ordinances, is amended as follows:
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Sec. 29.93 Additional homestead exemption; eligibility; application.
(a) Any person 65 years of age or older who has the legal or equitable title to
real estate located within the city and who maintains thereon his or her
permanent residence, which residence qualifies for and receives
homestead exemption pursuant to F.S. § 196.031, and whose household
income does not exceed $20,000.00 or such amount as is adjusted
pursuant to section 29.94 herein, may apply for an additional homestead
exemption of $50,000.00 for tax year 2013, $10,000.00 for tax year 2006,
and $25,000.00 for tax year 2007 and subsequent years as provided in this
article.
(b) A taxpayer claiming the additional homestead exemption shall annually
submit to the Property Appraiser the following:
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(1) Not later than March 1, a sworn statement of household income on a
form prescribed by the Department of Revenue; and
(2) Not later than June 1, copies of any federal income tax returns for
the prior year, any wage and earnings statements (W-2 forms), and
any other documents that may be required by the Department of
Revenue or the Property Appraiser, for all members of the
household. The taxpayer's statement shall attest to the accuracy of
such copies.
The Property Appraiser may not grant the exemption without the required
documentation.
The additional homestead exemption, if granted, shall be applicable to all
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ad valorem taxes levied by the City.
(d) If title to the property is held jointly with right of survivorship, the person
residing on the property and otherwise qualifying for additional homestead
exemption may receive the entire amount of the additional homestead
exemption provided herein.
(e) The additional homestead exemption shall be available to qualified persons
beginning with the 2013 2006 tax year, and annually thereafter to the
extent permitted by law. The city council reserves the right to amend and to
repeal this Article. The household income limitation shall be subject to
adjustment as provided in Section 29.94.
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Section 2. The City Clerk, shall prior to January 11, 2013, provide a copy of this
Ordinance to the Pinellas County Property Appraiser; and, in the event this Section of the
Code of Ordinances is subsequently repealed or amended, notification of such repeal or
amendment shall be provided to the Pinellas County Property Appraiser no later than
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December 1 of the year prior to the year in which the homestead exemption provided
herein expires or is modified.
Section 3. In the event that any portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held or
declared to be unconstitutional, inoperative, or void, such holding shall not affect the
remaining portions of this Ordinance. Further, in the event this Ordinance or any
provision hereof shall be held to be inapplicable to any person, property, or circumstance,
such holding shall not affect its applicability to any other persons, property, or
circumstance.
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts thereof that are in conflict with this
Ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed.
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Section 5. That this ordinance shall become effective immediately upon final
passage and adoption.
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George N. Cretekos
Mayor
Approved as to form: Attest:
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Pamela K. Akin Rosemarie Call
City Attorney City Clerk
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ORDINANCE NO. 8372-12
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 29, ARTICLE V,
SECTION 29.93 OF THE CLEARWATER CODE OF
ORDINANCES TO INCLUDE A NEW ARTICLE ENTITLED
$50,000 EXEMPTION FOR QUALIFIED SENIOR CITIZENS;
PROVIDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
ENTITLEMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
REPEALER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on November 6, 2012 Amendment 11 to the State Constitution was
passed, and the implementing statutory legislation under Florida Statutes 196.075(2)
(2012) provided an additional senior exemption, and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to implement the additional homestead
exemption for qualifying senior citizens in accordance with 196.075 of the Florida State
Statutes; now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA;
Section 1. That Section 29.93, Clearwater Code of Ordinances, is amended as follows:
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Sec. 29.93 Additional homestead exemption; eligibility; application.
(a) Any person 65 years of age or older who has the legal or equitable title to
real estate located within the city and who maintains thereon his or her
permanent residence, which residence qualifies for and receives
homestead exemption pursuant to F.S. § 196.031, and whose household
income does not exceed $20,000.00 or such amount as is adjusted
pursuant to section 29.94 herein, may apply for an additional homestead
exemption as provided below: of $50,000.00 for tax year 2013, and
subsequent years as provided in this article.
(1) Fifty-thousand dollars for any person who has the legal or equitable title
to real estate and maintains thereon the permanent residence of the
owner, who has attained age 65, and whose household income does
not exceed $20,000; or
(2) The amount f the assessed value of the property for any person who
has the legal or equitable title to real estate with a just value less than
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$250,000 and has maintained thereon the permanent residence of the
owner for at least 25 years, who has attained age 65, and whose
household income does not exceed the income limitation prescribed in
paragraph (a) as calculated in Section 29.94
(b) A taxpayer claiming the additional homestead exemption shall annually
submit to the Property Appraiser the following:
(1) Not later than March 1, a sworn statement of household income on a
form prescribed by the Department of Revenue; and
(2) Not later than June 1, copies of any federal income tax returns for
the prior year, any wage and earnings statements (W-2 forms), and
any other documents that may be required by the Department of
Revenue or the Property Appraiser, for all members of the
household. The taxpayer's statement shall attest to the accuracy of
such copies.
The Property Appraiser may not grant the exemption without the required
documentation.
The additional homestead exemption, if granted, shall be applicable to all
(c)
ad valorem taxes levied by the City.
(d) If title to the property is held jointly with right of survivorship, the person
residing on the property and otherwise qualifying for additional homestead
exemption may receive the entire amount of the additional homestead
exemption provided herein.
(e) The additional homestead exemption shall be available to qualified persons
beginning with the 2013 tax year, and annually thereafter to the extent
permitted by law. The city council reserves the right to amend and to repeal
this Article. The household income limitation shall be subject to adjustment
as provided in Section 29.94.
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Section 2. The City Clerk, shall prior to January 11, 2013, provide a copy of this
Ordinance to the Pinellas County Property Appraiser; and, in the event this Section of the
Code of Ordinances is subsequently repealed or amended, notification of such repeal or
amendment shall be provided to the Pinellas County Property Appraiser no later than
st
December 1 of the year prior to the year in which the homestead exemption provided
herein expires or is modified.
Section 3. In the event that any portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held or
declared to be unconstitutional, inoperative, or void, such holding shall not affect the
remaining portions of this Ordinance. Further, in the event this Ordinance or any
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provision hereof shall be held to be inapplicable to any person, property, or circumstance,
such holding shall not affect its applicability to any other persons, property, or
circumstance.
Section 4. That all ordinances or parts thereof that are in conflict with this
Ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed.
Section 5. That this ordinance shall become effective immediately upon final
passage and adoption.
PASSED ON FIRST READING _____________________
PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL _____________________
READING AND ADOPTED
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George N. Cretekos
Mayor
Approved as to form: Attest:
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Pamela K. Akin Rosemarie Call
City Attorney City Clerk
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Award a contract (purchase order) for the extension of the runway at Clearwater Airpark (Project 12-0006-AP) to Ajax Paving
Industries of Florida, of the City of Nokomis, County of Sarasota and State of Florida, for the sum of $1,697,205.95 which is the lowest
responsible bid received in accordance with the plans and specifications and, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
SUMMARY:
Twelve general contractors and subcontractors purchased plans and specifications for the project, of which six general
contractors were pre-qualified to bid. Of these six submitted bids, Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, of the City of
Nokomis, County of Sarasota and State of Florida, was the lowest competitive bidder, with a low bid of $ 1,697,205.95.
On February 2, 2012, the City of Clearwater approved the adoption of Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) Contract
AQJ28 with the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Resolution 12-04, to provide $1.5 million
(80%) of a $1,875,000 project cost to extend and rehabilitate the runway and taxiway at the Clearwater Airpark, and
authorized $175,000 of Airpark retained earnings and $200,000 General Fund retained earnings for the remaining
$375,000 (20%) project cost.
The funding is to extend the runway at Clearwater Airpark 610 feet to the North to improve the safety of the airpark by
increasing the paved runway landing and takeoff distance from 3500 feet to 4110 feet and repair the taxiway. Upon
completion of the taxiway repairs and runway extension, resurface the entire paved surface area. The project will
require work such as pavement markings, electrical installation and inspection, project management services, design,
permitting, and environmental engineering. The project will start soon after the award date on December 6, 2012, and
scheduled to be completed within 147 days.
The State of Florida will reimburse the City for the States share upon completion of the project. Funding in
the amount of $1,768,569 is available in capital project 315-94871, Airpark Runway/Taxiway Extension for
this contract.
Bid Required?:Bid Number:
Yes
Other Bid / Contract:Bid Exceptions:
12-0006-APNone
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1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager ED 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Approve a three-year Agreement between ExtremeTix, Inc. (ET) and the City of Clearwater (City) to provide ticketing solutions for
City Special Events comprising of advanced internet ticket sales, box office sales, telephone sales, bulk ticket printing, support services,
and ticket validation components and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
The Special Events Division of the Parks and Recreation Department has used a variety of methods and vendors to provide ticket
solutions for the major special events held throughout the City. Over the past several years, the City has used the services of Ticket
Master to assist with ticket sales for these events.
On June 29, 2012, Requests for Proposal (RFP) were solicited and the City received three qualified responses with ET providing the
most advantageous service and proposal to the City.
As a trial run, the City used ET for the Hispanic Festival and met all of staffs expectations.
ET will make a payment of $7,500 at contract signing and $5,000 sponsorship payment at contract anniversary date each year the
contract is in force. In addition, ET had the most reasonable and lowest pricing structure than any of the other proposals.
This agreement will provide savings to not only the City but also the citizens and guests who use the system.
The agreement may also be extended for an additional three years with written agreement between both parties.
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Award a contract to Pine Lake Nursery and Landscape of Lutz, Florida, Bid 11-0048-PR (A) to provide Phase II landscape
improvements for State Road 60 medians from Skyview Avenue to Edenville Avenue for a cost of $103,799.65; approve the transfer of
$19,681 from 010-01876-550400-572-000 (Project Team General Operating Fund) to CIP 315-93626 (FDOT Median and ROW
Enhancement) project at first quarter and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
On January 13, 2011, the City Council approved a Highway Landscape Reimbursement and Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement
with the Florida Department of Transportation for aesthetic improvements to portions of various State Roads within the city limits of
Clearwater including improvements to State Road 60.
Under previously approved agreements with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the City has landscaped and maintained
State Road 60 medians. However, these medians are in need of refurbishment as they are in one of the harshest environments for
landscape materials. In addition, the irrigation systems needed to support landscaping in this area needs to be replaced. The current
landscaping and irrigation has lasted for approximately 10 years.
Phase I landscape improvements for the four medians between Madison Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue were completed in Fiscal Year
2011/12.
This contract is for the completion of Phase II landscape improvements for the nine medians between Skyview Avenue and Edenville
Avenue. The contract will provide for the labor, equipment, materials and maintenance of transportation for the demolition and re-
landscaping and installation of irrigation system for these medians.
The project is broken out in phases since the maximum reimbursement from FDOT for landscape materials and planting per year is
$100,000.
Staff is requesting that $19,681 of operating funds budgeted for irrigation improvements be transferred at first quarter to complete
irrigation work on this project. This is needed since FDOT reimbursement funds can only be used for purchase and planting of the
landscape material.
Since Parks and Recreation is currently budgeted to maintain these medians, no additional maintenance costs will be incurred by the
City.
Type:
Capital expenditure
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
YesYes
Budget Adjustment Comments:
A transfer at first quarter of $19,681.00 from 010-01876-550400-572-000 to cover irrigation.
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$103,799.65-0-
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
$103,799.65$103,799.65
For Fiscal Year:
2012 to 2013
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315-93626$103,799.65
11-0048-PR
Bid Required?:Bid Number:
Yes
(A)
Other Bid / Contract:Bid Exceptions:
None
Review
1) Financial Services 2) Office of Management and Budget 3) Legal 4) Clerk 5) Assistant City Manager 6) City
Approval:
Manager 7) Clerk
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LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PHASE II - 11-0048-PR-A
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 AWARD - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012
PINE LAKE NURSERY
19619 N. DALE MABRY MORELLI LANDSCAPING SMITH LANDSCAPE
HWY. 4855 162ND AVE. N. 1293 MYERS RD.
LUTZ, FL.CLEARWATER, FL. 33762BROOKSVILLE, FL.
BID ITEMS UNITQTYUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNTUNIT PRICEAMOUNT
LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS - PHASE 2 - GULF TO BAY FROM SKYVIEW AVE. TO KILMER AVE.
BASE BID
Labor,equipment,materials,insurance&bonds;for
irrigation system for Phase II of Medians
ALS1$ 19,681.00 $ 19,681.00$ 42,480.00$ 42,480.00 $ 29,450.00$ 29,450.00
Labor,equipment,materials,insurance&bondsforM.O.T.Demolition,andLandscape
Plantings for Phase I of Medians
B
B-1Maintenance of Traffic for Medians 5 - 13 LS1$ 8,362.88 $ 8,362.88$ 3,500.00$ 3,500.00 $ 9,500.00$ 9,500.00
B-2LS1$ 36,518.44 $ 36,518.44$ 21,050.00$ 21,050.00 $ 24,450.00$ 24,450.00
LandscapePlantingforMedian5
A. Vaiegated Asiatic Jasmine 1 gal. cont.
B-3EA12963.25$ 4,212.00$ 4.00$ 5,184.00 $ 4.00$ 5,184.00
Landscape Planting for Median 6
74
a. Indian Hawthorns 3 ga. Con.
B4aEA$ 7.50 $ 555.00$ 8.00$ 592.00 $ 9.50$ 703.00
722
B4bb. Variegated Asiatic Jasmine 1 gal. con.EA$ 3.25 $ 2,346.50$ 4.00$ 2,888.00 $ 4.00$ 2,888.00
Landscape Planting for Median 7
a. Indian Hawthorns 3 gal. con.35
B5aEA$ 7.50 $ 262.50$ 8.00$ 280.00 $ 9.50$ 332.50
Variegated Asiatic Jasmine 1 gal743
B5bEA$ 3.25 $ 2,414.75$ 4.00$ 2,972.00 $ 4.00$ 2,972.00
Landscape Planting for Median 8
a. Indian Hawthornes 3 gal. con. 22
B6EA$ 7.50 $ 165.00$ 8.00$ 176.00 $ 9.50$ 209.00
Variegated Asiatic Jasmine 1 galEA550
B6b$ 3.25 $ 1,787.50$ 4.00$ 2,200.00 $ 4.00$ 2,200.00
Landscape Planting for Median 9
a. Verigated Asiatic Jasmine 1 gal.465
B7EA$ 3.25 $ 1,511.25$ 4.00$ 1,860.00 $ 4.00$ 1,860.00
Landscape Planting for Median 10
a. Indian Hawthorns 3 gal. cont.16
B8aEA$ 7.50 $ 120.00$ 8.00$ 128.00 $ 9.50$ 152.00
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LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PHASE II - 11-0048-PR-A
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 AWARD - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012
PINE LAKE NURSERY
19619 N. DALE MABRY MORELLI LANDSCAPING SMITH LANDSCAPE
HWY. 4855 162ND AVE. N. 1293 MYERS RD.
LUTZ, FL.CLEARWATER, FL. 33762BROOKSVILLE, FL.
BID ITEMS UNITQTYUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNTUNIT PRICEAMOUNT
b. Variegated Asiatic Jasmine 1 gal. con.866
B8bEA$ 3.25 $ 2,814.50$ 4.00$ 3,464.00 $ 4.00$ 3,464.00
Landscape Planting for Median 11
a. Indian Hawthorns 3 gal con.33
B9aEA$ 7.50 $ 247.50$ 8.00$ 264.00 $ 9.50$ 313.50
790
B9bb. Variegated Asiatic Jasmine 1 gal. con.EA$ 3.25 $ 2,567.50$ 4.00$ 3,160.00 $ 4.00$ 3,160.00
LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS - PHASE 1 - GULF TO BAY FROM MADISON AVE. TO HILLCREST AVE.
Landscape Planting for Median 12
a. Indian Hawthorns 3 gal con.27
B10aEA$ 7.50 $ 202.50$ 8.00$ 216.00 $ 9.50$ 256.50
540
B10bb. Variegated Asiatic Jasmine 1 gal. con.EA$ 3.25 $ 1,755.00$ 4.00$ 2,160.00 $ 4.00$ 2,160.00
Landscape Planting for Median 13
a. Indian Hawthorns 3 gal con.866
B11EA$ 3.25 $ 2,814.50$ 4.00$ 3,464.00 $ 4.00$ 3,464.00
110
B12Pine Bark Mulch 3: Medians 5-1CY$ 45.00 $ 4,950.00$ 48.25$ 5,307.50 $ 40.00$ 4,400.00
Additional planting installation per direction of the Owner.
C
100
C-1 Indian Hawthorns 3 gal. con.EA$ 7.50 $ 750.00$ 8.00$ 800.00 $ 9.50$ 950.00
100
C-2Pine Back Mulch 3" DepthEA$ 3.25 $ 325.00$ 4.00$ 400.00 $ 4.00$ 400.00
SUB-TOTAL A, B-1-B12 AND C1-C3
$ 94,363.32$ 102,545.50 $ 98,468.50
10% CONTINGENCY
$ 9,436.33$ 10,254.55 $ 9,846.85
TOTAL CONSTRUCTION BID
$ 103,799.65
$ 112,800.05 $ 108,315.35
Item # 4
Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Voluntary Cooperation Mutual Aid Agreement between the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the City
of Clearwater Police Department, pertaining to the Tampa Bay Regional Child Abduction Response Team (CART), commencing
January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2016, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
The Tampa Bay community benefits from the multi-agency effort of the Tampa Bay Regional Child Abduction
Response Team (CART), which is a multi-jurisdictional effort by numerous law enforcement agencies to locate and
rescue abducted children and under appropriate circumstances, to allocate resources to missing/endangered children
cases.
The participating agencies have the authority under Part 1, Chapter 23, Florida Statutes, the Florida Mutual Aid Act, to
enter into a voluntary agreement for cooperation and assistance of a routine law enforcement nature that crosses
jurisdictional lines.
The participating law enforcement agencies are so located in relation to each other that it is to the advantage of each to
receive and extend mutual aid in the form of law enforcement services and resources to adequately respond to
continuing, multi-jurisdictional criminal activity.
Each party engaging in any mutual cooperation and assistance pursuant to the Florida Mutual Aid Act will assume its
own liability and responsibility for the acts, omissions, or conduct of each partys own employees when such
employees are engaged in rendering such aid, cooperation and assistance pursuant to the agreement.
Type:
Other
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
NoneNone
Budget Adjustment Comments:
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$ 0.00$ 0.00
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
$ 0.00
For Fiscal Year:
to
Appropriation CodeAmountAppropriation Comment
N/A
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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Item # 5
Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Award a Contract (Purchase Order) for $373,964.00 to Stingray Chevrolet of Plant City, FL for 13 Chevrolet Caprice Police Cars, 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 purchase of 6 vehicles under Penny for Pinellas III proceeds; authorize the purchase of one
vehicle from Project 181-99350 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
The 13 Chevrolet Caprice Police cars will be purchased through the Florida Sheriff's Contract 12-20-0905,
Specification 1 and quote dated November 15, 2012.
These cars will replace G2317 (2000 GMC Pickup with 91,802 miles), G2403 (2001 Ford Crown Victoria with 87,109
miles), G2518 (2002 Ford Crown Victoria with 95,042 miles), G2621 (2003 Ford Crown Victoria with 84,555 miles),
G2674 (2003 Ford Crown Victoria with 101,099 miles), G2734 (2003 Ford Crown Victoria with 88,801 miles), G2760
(2003 Ford Crown Victoria with 85,741 miles), G3005 (2005 Ford Crown Victoria with 104,368 miles), G3067 (2005
Ford Crown Victoria with 114,004 miles), G3163 (2006 Ford Crown Victoria with 97,005 miles), G3169 (2006 Ford
Crown Victoria with 96,308 miles), G3170 (2006 Ford Crown Victoria with 95,385 miles) G3175 (2006 Ford Crown
Victoria with 88,788 miles). These vehicles are included in the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Garage CIP Replacement
Fund.
Thirteen Chevrolet Caprice Patrol vehicles will be purchased. Six of these cars will be marked units and will be
purchased with Penney for Pinellas proceeds. Four Caprices will be unmarked or slick top and will be through
the Lease Purchase Fund. One unmarked Caprice will be purchased through a replacement fund set up by the Police
Department. Two unmarked Caprices will be Anti-crime units and purchased through the Lease Purchase Fund.
Type:
Purchase
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
YesNone
Budget Adjustment Comments:
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$35,440.70$108,358.38
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
$143,799.08
For Fiscal Year:
10/01/2012 to 9/30/2013
Appropriation CodeAmountAppropriation Comment
0316-94241-564100-519-$170,388.00L/P CIP
0000
0315-94238-591000-521-$174,660.00Penny for Pinellas Fund
0000
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181-99350$28,916.00Police Vehicle Replacement Fund
Item # 6
Bid Required?:Bid Number:
Yes
Florida Sheriff's
Other Bid / Contract:Bid Exceptions:
Association #12-20-None
0905
Review
1) Financial Services 2) Office of Management and Budget 3) Legal 4) Clerk 5) Assistant City Manager 6) City
Approval:
Manager 7) Clerk
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Item # 6
Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Award a Contract (Purchase Order) for $142,440.00 to Alan Jay Automotive Network of Sebring, FL for four 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, 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)
SUMMARY:
The four Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles will be purchased through the Florida Sheriff's Contract 12-20-0905, Specification
24 and quote dated Nov. 13, 2012.
These patrol vehicles will be assigned to the beach and are equipped with four-wheel drive. The emergency equipment
will be installed by this dealer.
The Tahoe will replace G3481 (2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer with 48,235 miles), G3482, (2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer
with 45,036 miles) G3483 (2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer with 52,075 miles) and G3484 (2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer with
54,110 miles). These vehicles are included in the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Garage CIP Replacement Fund.
These vehicles operate exclusively on Clearwater Beach. The constant exposure to the sand and salt air causes
extensive rust on all metal components and the electrical system.
Type:
Purchase
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
YesNone
Budget Adjustment Comments:
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$49,379.00$10,869
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
$60,248.00
For Fiscal Year:
10/01/2012 to 09/30/2013
Appropriation CodeAmountAppropriation Comment
0316-94241-564100-519-$142,440.00L/P CIP
0000
Bid Required?:Bid Number:
No
Florida Sheriff's
Other Bid / Contract:Bid Exceptions:
Association bid #12-20-None
0905
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Review Approval:
Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Award a Contract (Purchase Order) for $214,165.00 to Alan Jay Automotive Network of Sebring, FL for seven (7) Chevrolet Tahoe, 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)
SUMMARY:
The seven Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles will be purchased through the Florida Sheriff's Contract 12-20-0905, Specification
3 and quotes dated November 13, 2012.
These vehicles will be assigned to the Chief, Deputy Chief, Patrol Major and Patrol. They will replace G2761 (2003
Ford Crown Victoria with 96,303 miles), G2844 (2004 Ford Crown Victoria with 86,263 miles), G3004 (2004 Ford
Crown Victoria with 100,618 miles), G2852 (2004 Ford Crown Victoria with 93,948 miles), G2856 (2004 Ford Crown
Victoria with 93,402 miles), G2857 (2004 Ford Crown Victoria with 91,335 miles), G2993 (2005 Ford Crown Victoria
with 94,473 miles). These vehicles are included in the Fiscal year 2012/2013 Garage CIP Replacement Fund.
These vehicles will be outfitted with emergency equipment by the dealer exactly as Patrol vehicles so they can be
transferred to Patrol assignments at a later date.
Type:
Purchase
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
YesNone
Budget Adjustment Comments:
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$44,546.00$12,635.00
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
60,366.00
For Fiscal Year:
10/01/2012 to 09/30/2013
Appropriation CodeAmountAppropriation Comment
0316-94241-564100-519-$214,165.00L/P CIP
0000
Bid Required?:Bid Number:
No
Florida Sheriff's
Other Bid / Contract:Bid Exceptions:
Association bid #12-20-None
0905
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1) Financial Services 2) Office of Management and Budget 3) Legal 4) Clerk 5) Assistant City Manager 6) City
Approval:Item # 8
Manager 7) Clerk
Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Amend Article VII, Solid Waste Management, Section 32.2715 definitions; Sections 32.272(4) and 32.288 repealing City of Clearwater
Exclusivity in collection of construction and demolition debris or putrescible waste from commercial or industrial establishments;
Section 32.274 making the inappropriate disposal of E-waste unlawful; Section 32.275 clarifying that it is the responsibility of a party
generating prohibited materials to dispose of such waste legally; Section 32.277 modifying penalties for private haulers failing to adhere
to the rules of the permit program; Section 32.280 advising that the City may collect E-waste only after the property owner has
scheduled a pick-up and providing the City the ability to issue stop work orders for construction projects using unpermitted private
haulers; Section 32.284 providing dimension specifications for enclosures; Section 32.290 clarifying that all permit documentation is
due the 20th day of the following month or the next business day, if such day falls on a weekend or City holiday; Section 32.293(4)
advising permitees appealing a revocation or denial of a private hauling permit of the administrative fee associated with such appeal;
Clarifying language in Appendix A schedule of fees, rates and charges and providing an effective date and pass Ordinance 8315-12 on
first reading.
SUMMARY:
(3) Commercial Waste means solid waste generated by a commerical establishment exclusive
Section 32.2715 Definitons - added:
of hazardous or bio-hazardous waste,
Construction and Demolition (c&d) debris means discarded materials generally considered to be not water-soluble
(6) added:
and nonhazardous in nature, including, but not, limited to, steel, glass, brick, concrete, asphalt roofing material, pipe, gypsum
wallboard, and lumber from the construction or destruction of a structure as part of a construction or demolition project or
from the renovation of a structure and includes, rocks, soils, tree remains, trees, and other vegetative matter that normally
results from land clearing or land development operations for a consruction project, including such debris from construction of
structures at a site remote from the construction or demolition project site. Mixing of construction and demolition debris with
other types of solid waste will cause the resulting mixture to be classified as other than construction and demolition debrois.
The term also includes: (a) Clean cardboard, paper, plastic, wood, and metal scraps from a construction project (b) Except as
;
provided in F.S. 403.707(9)(i), yard trash and unpainted, non-treated wood scraps and wood pallets from sources other than
construction or demolition projects; (c) Scrap from manufacturing facilities which is the type of material generally used in
construction projects and which would meet the definition of construction and demolition debris if it were generated as part of a
construction or demolition project. This includes debris from the construction of manufactured homes and scrap shingles,
wallboard, siding concrete, and similar materials from industrial or commercial facilities; and (d) Deminimis amounts of other
hazardous wastes that are generated at construction or destruction projects, provided such amounts are consistent with best
management practices of the industry.
(11) Because these items potentially carry hazardous materials, such as mercury or lead, E-waste needs to be
added:
transported, handled, and either disposed of or recycled with special care.
(13) Industrial waste means solid waste generated by an industrial establishment, exclusive of hazardous or biohazardous
added:
waste.
(16) industrial
added:
(22) receptacle
added:
(25) to forty
changed: 40
(26) a waste receptacle in exchange for payment or consideration, collecting, transporting, processing, or
added: added:
receiving contents, such regardless of whether the contents of such waste receptacle are disposed of in the waste
added: added:
stream or are recycled.
(34) and demolition
added:
Section 32.272(4)and demolition special waste, or yard waste, such containers so long as the private
added: added: added:
collector remains in good standing pursuant to the City's permit program as described in this Chapter. All putrescible waste
shall be hauled or collected in an enclosed container. Any deviation from this section requires the written approval of the solid
waste/general services director or designee.
(9) added - and demolition
Disposal of E-waste by either placing curbside for solid waste personnel collection or in either waste or
32.274 (8) added:
recyling receptacles shall be unlawful and subject to federal, state, and/or local penalty if any person or entity disposing of E-
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waste within the City of Clearwater has failed to first coordinate its removal in an environmentally safe and appropriate
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manner.
and demolition
(9) added:
"paint"It shall be the responsibility of the party generating the prohibited material waste to legally
32.275 (3) added. added:
remove and properly dispose of said waste.
residential refuse and/or recyclingafter written notice and
32.277 (5) added: . added:
sole
added:
be assessed a fifteen interest chargeunpaid after the 20th day of the following month that the
(8) added: added: added:
remittance was due. if the 20th day is a Saturday, Sunday or city holiday, the monthly fee shall be due on the next business
day. $25.00 adminsitrative fee each business day.
added:
A roll-off container and/or waste receptacle permittee's failure to fax or email the monthly list of new waste
(9) added:
receptacles set within the Clearwater city limits to Solid Waste/General Services Administrative staff byt the 5th business day of
the following month shall result in the assessment of a $25.00 administrative fee each business day the permittee fails to provide
the listing and possible revocation of the permit.
If an audit discloses that a roll-off container and/or waste recpetacle permittee has underpaid the remittance as
(10) added:
required by this division by more than five percent of the required total, then in addition to a remittance in th amount of the
underpayment, the permitee shall pay the cost of the audit and fifteen percent interest on the amount of the underpayment.
If a foll-off container and/or waste receptacle permittee fails to provide documentation requested for an audit by the
(11) added:
date specified in the written request for such documentation the City shall assess a $25.00 administrative fee each business day
the permittee is delinquent in remitting the documentation and shall begin the permit revocation process.
E-waste. E-waste shall be collected by the City only after the property owner has scheduled a pick-up with
32.280 (h) added:
Solid Waste Department personnel.
None of the above may be placed for collection more than 24 hours in advance of a scheduled pick-up.
(i) added:
The City's Building Department may issue a Stop Work Order to a construction site that
(3) Storing of solid waste (f) added:
utilizes a roll-off container and/or waste receptacle hauler that has failed to register with the City of Clearwater.
and maintainedpursuant to section 3-2-1.D of the Clearwater Community Development Code and City
32.284 (6) added: added:
Engineering Index 701.
haulers
(7) changed.
hauling,and demolitionindustrialor industrialhaulingand demolition
32.288 added: added: added: , added: added: added:
or industrial
added:
fifteen(also know as a permit fee).the 20th .If the 20th
32.290 Prerequisites to issuance. (b) Changed 15 to , added: added: added:
day occurs on a Saturday, Sunday or City holiday, the report, remittance, and invoice copies shall be due the next business day:
added: A permitee that avails itself of its right to appeal a termination or denial to the City Manager, and if necessary,
32.293(3)
the City Council understands that it mus pay the appropriate administrative fee associated with such appeal.
Section 11. That Appendix A, XXV Public Works-Fees, Rates and Charges (32.068) be amended by adding the underlined language
and deleting the stricken language as follows:
(3) Rates: (c) Solid Waste collection rates. a. Single fammily and multiple family dwellings.
beginning January 1st of each calendar year,ed
5. added: changed: provid
Only city-owned utilized by commercial or industrial customers,complimentarycalendar
6. Added: , added: added: added: .
(5) Other Miscellaneous charges:
(b) Solid Waste roll-off or waste receptacle service:
may$400.00valor designee.
3. (a) added: (b) added: changed: appro added:
Type:
Other
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
YesNone
Budget Adjustment Comments:
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
For Fiscal Year:
to
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Award a contract to Southeast Drilling Services, Inc. of Tampa, Florida for the construction of the Reservoir 2 Brackish Wellfield
Expansion Project in the amount of $1,576,481.50, which is the lowest responsible bid in accordance with plans and specifications; and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
Reservoir 2 Brackish Wellfield Expansion Project involves the construction of nine Upper Floridan Aquifer System (UFAS)
production wells; modification to one existing production well; construction of two UFAS monitoring wells; modification to three
UFAS monitor wells; construction of one monitor well nest; and abandonment of two UFAS dual zone monitor wells and one
production well.
The City of Clearwater currently operates one Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and is preparing to expand the
existing WTP 2 located at 21133 N. US Hwy 19 within the City of Clearwater, which was approved in the Reservoir 2 Reverse
Osmosis Plant Project Water Master Plan Updated in April 2010.
A cooperative funding agreement (CFA) between the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) and the City of
Clearwater was approved at the September 22, 2010 City Council Meeting that provides for the design, permitting and
construction of a brackish reverse osmosis (RO) facility at WTP 2; design and construction of a brackish-water wellfield; and
design and permitting of an injection well for the purpose of concentrate disposalSWFWMD and the City of Clearwater both
.
anticipated that the total cost of the project will be $30,433,780, and SWFWMD will reimburse up to 50% of all costs associated
with this project (up to and not to exceed $15,216,890.). There is no cost to the City associated with the SWFWMD Agreement.
The project was competitively bid, and Southeast Drilling Services, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder for a proposed fee of
$1,576,481.50.
Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CEI) services during the construction period is being provided by SDI (EOR), which
includes daily on-site construction inspection, engineering assistance with onsite observations and interpretations, review of shop
drawings, attending meetings, and providing record drawings. Well construction and support services are being provided under the
RO 2 Wellfield Permitting and Development Project (10-0033-UT), which is included in the CFA agreement.
The contract period for construction is 300 consecutive calendar days estimated to start in January 2013 and finish in November
2013.
The City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department will own, operate and maintain the wells.
Resolution 12-12 was passed on November 1, 2012, establishing the Citys intent to reimburse certain Water and Sewer Utility
project costs incurred with future tax-exempt financing. The projects identified with 2014 revenue bonds as a funding source were
included in the project list associated with Resolution 12-12.
Sufficient budget for interim financing or funding with 2014 Water and Sewer Revenue Bond proceeds will be available when
issued in the amount of $788,240.75 in 0381-96767, Reverse Osmosis Plant at Reservoir 2.
A first quarter amendment will increase the budget for Other Governmental Revenue (337900) in Capital Improvement Program
project 0315-96767, Reverse Osmosis at Reservoir 2 for SWFWMDs share in the amount of $788,240.75, for total funding in the
amount of $1,576,481.50.
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Type:
Capital expenditure
Item # 10
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
NoYes
Budget Adjustment Comments:
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$1,576,481.50
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
$1,576,481.50$1,576,481.50
For Fiscal Year:
2012 to 2013
Appropriation CodeAmountAppropriation Comment
0381-96767-563800-533-$788,240.75See summary section
000-0000
0315-96767-563800-533-$788,240.75See summary section
000-0000
Bid Required?:Bid Number:
Yes10-0033-UT
Other Bid / Contract:Bid Exceptions:
None
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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BID OPENING RECORDING SHEET
REVERSE OSMOSIS #2 PLANT WELL DRILLING PROJECT MANAGER: ROB MAUE, PE
RD
MSB BUILDING, 3 FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM @ 1:30 P.M.
DATE OF BID OPENING: THURSDAY, 11/15/2012 DATE OF AWARD: THURSDAY, 12/6/2012
10% BID BID
BIDCONTRACTORPROPOSALTOTAL
#BOND
1 A C SCHULTES X$1,612,149.00
2 ADVANCED WELL DRILLING -
3 ALL WEBB X$3,086,893.70
4 APPLIED DRILLING X $1,990,032.00
5 DIVERSIFIED DRILLING
-
6 HAUSINGER & ASSOCIATES -
7 ROWE DRILLING X $2,569,968.50
8 SOUTHEAST DRILLING X $1,576,481.50
APPARENT LOW BID: Southeast Drilling
ND
2 LOW BID: A C Schultes
RD
3 LOW BID: Applied Drilling
ALL OF THE ABOVE CONTRACTORS HAVE MET THE REQUIREMENTS TO BID ON THIS
PROJECT.
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Site
NumberCity IDActivity
Site NameStreet AddressLatLong
Install Production Well
12-12Belmont Park1535 MLK Ave.82° 47' 27.41" W27° 56' 31.26" N
Install Production Well
22-11South Elevated Water Tower1400 block, S MLK Ave.82° 47' 27.32" W27° 56' 42.17" N
Modify Monitor Well, Abandon Dual
Zone Monitor Well
32-10Ed Wright Park1326 S MLK Ave.82° 47' 33.50" W27° 56' 58.00" N
42-9Safety VillageInstall Production Well1450 Lakeview Rd82° 46' 36.08" W27° 56' 59.89" N
Install Production Well
52-81281 Hercules Ave82° 45' 13.15" W27° 57' 1.12" N
Install Production Well, Install Monitor
Well Nest
62-7none, access from Bell Cheer Rd.82° 45' 1.00" W27° 56' 59.28" N
Modify Monitor Well, Install Monitor
Well, Abandon Dual Zone Monitor Well
72-6McMullen Tennis Complex1000 Edenville Ave82° 44' 6.06" W27° 57' 11.92" N
Install Production Well
82-2Del Oro Park401 McMullen Booth Rd82° 42' 27.47" W27° 58' 13.69" N
92-1Ruth Eckerd Hall Install Production Well1111 McMullen Booth Rd82° 42' 23.80" W27° 58' 31.31" N
Install Production Well,
102-3Mission Hills (Well 55)Mission Dr W82° 42' 56.74" W27° 58' 40.89" N
Modify Production Well, Modify Monitor
Well, Install Monitor Well
112-4Kapok Park2950 Glen Oak Ave. N82° 43' 0.60" W27° 58' 18.53" N
122-5Site 11Install Production WellDavid Ave82° 43' 10.20" W27° 57' 42.04" N
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Z:\A Transfer Folders\Ken\site list.xlsx\Sheet1 --1- 8/17/2012 9:00 AM
Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Award a contract (purchase order) to Brandes Design Build, Inc. of Clearwater, in the amount of $8,121,739.69 for construction of the
Reverse Osmosis Plant 1 Expansion Part 2 Plant Expansion (09-0018-UT), which is the lowest responsible bid received in accordance
with the plans and specifications for this project; approve Work Order in the amount of $969,790 to Camp Dresser McKee and Smith,
Inc., (CDM Smith) an Engineer-of-Record for the City of Clearwater, to provide Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI)
Services; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
This Agenda Item is for the construction of the expansion of Reverse Osmosis Plant No. 1, which consists of increasing the treatment
capacity of the Plant by 1.5 million gallons per day. The water plant was initially constructed in 2003 with the intent of the expansion
taking place in this time frame.
The goal of this project is to implement the City Water Supply Master Plan of self-reliance, producing more local water and reducing
stress on the regional water supply system.
CDM Smith, the engineering design consultant for this project and an Engineer-of-Record for the City of Clearwater, was responsible for the
design of the improvements. Four bids were received and Brandes Design Build, Inc. was the lowest in the amount of $8,000,556.73 for the
base bid. There are 2 add alternate bid items (2 and 5) that staff has decided to add to the contract which brings the total of the contract amount
to $8,121,739.69. After comparing the bids, CDM Smith has provided a letter of recommendation to award the construction of the project to
Brandes Design Build, Inc. and City staff concurs.
It is anticipated that construction will be accomplished in 300 days and be completed by the end of December 2013. This schedule is
structured to coincide with the improvements at Sid Lickton Park, limiting the disruption to the neighborhood and nearby residents.
Due to the complexity of the project, CDM Smith will be providing CEI Services for this project in the amount of $969,790.
The City of Clearwaters Public Utilities Department is responsible for owning, operating and maintaining the Reverse Osmosis Plant 1.
Resolution 12-12 was passed on November 1, 2012, establishing the Citys intent to reimburse certain Water and Sewer Utility project
costs incurred with future tax-exempt financing. The projects identified with 2014 revenue bonds as a funding source were included in
the project list associated with Resolution 12-12.
First quarter amendments will transfer interim financing or funding of 2014 Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds when issued in amounts of
$900,000.00 from 0381-96664, WPC R & R, $34,400.00 from 0381-96665, Sanitary Sewer R and R and $600,000.00 from 0381-96742, Line
Relocation Capitalized to 0381-96764, Reverse Osmosis Plant Expansion - Reservoir 1; and $500,000.00 of revenue from 0315-96739,
Reclaimed Distribution System to 0315-96764, Reverse Osmosis Plant Reservoir 1 for total transfers in the amount of $2,034,400.
With the first quarter amendments, sufficient budget for interim financing or funding with 2014 Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds will be available
when issued in the amount of $4,954,730 in 0381-96764, Reverse Osmosis Plant Expansion Reservoir 1 and $4,136,799.69 in 0315-96764,
.
Reverse Osmosis Plant Expansion Reservoir 1 for total funding in the amount of $9,091,529.69
Type:
Capital expenditure
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
NoYes
Budget Adjustment Comments:
See summary
Cover Memo
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$9,091,529.69
Item # 11
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
$9,091,529.69$9,091,529.69
For Fiscal Year:
2012 to 2013
Appropriation CodeAmountAppropriation Comment
0381-96764-563800-533-$4,954,730.00See summary
000-0000
0315-96764-563800-533-$3,167,009.69See summary
000-0000
0315-96764-561300-533-$ 969,790.00See summary
000-0000
Bid Required?:Bid Number:
Yes09-0018-UT
Other Bid / Contract:Bid Exceptions:
None
Review
1) Engineering 2) Financial Services 3) Office of Management and Budget 4) Engineering 5) Engineering 6) Financial
Approval:
Services 7) Office of Management and Budget 8) Legal 9) Clerk 10) Assistant City Manager 11) City Manager 12) Clerk
Cover Memo
Item # 11
REVERSE OSMOSIS PLANT #1 - PLANT EXPANSION 09-0018-UT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012 AWARD - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012
BRANDES DESIGN BUILD, INC. TLC DIVERSIFIED, INC. WHARTON-SMITH
WPC INDUSTRIAL
2151 N. E. Coachman Rd. 2719 17th St. E. 750 Monroe Rd.
11651 Phillips Highway
Clearwater, Fl.Palmetto, Fl.Sanford, Fl.Jacksonvile, Fl.
BID ITEMS UNITQTYUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNTUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNT
BASE BID
MOBILIZATION (may not exceed 3.5% of Base
Bid)
1LS1
$ 260,000.00 $ 260,000.00$ 270,000.00 $ 270,000.00$ 300,000.00$ 300,000.00$ 200,000.00$ 200,000.00
SITEWORK
2LS1
$ 1,045,000.00$ 1,045,000.00$ 250,000.00 $ 250,000.00$ 1,392,600.00$ 1,392,600.00$ 1,500,000.00$ 1,500,000.00
ABESTOS ABATEMENT ALLOWANCE
2.01LS1
$ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00$ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00$ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00$ 10,000.00$
10,000.00
3.0 MG GROUND STORAGE TANKS
3LS1
$ 2,500,000.00$ 2,500,000.00$ 2,900,000.00 $ 2,900,000.00$ 2,660,000.00$ 2,660,000.00$ 2,800,000.00$ 2,800,000.00
RAW WATER BOOST PUMPS
4LS1
$ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00$ 80,000.00 $ 80,000.00$ 90,000.00 $ 90,000.00$ 60,000.00$
60,000.00
Raw Water Boost Pump and Motor (ODP)
4.01EA1
$ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00$ 40,616.00 $ 40,616.00$ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00$ 38,400.00$
38,400.00
Raw Water Boost Pump and Motor Sale Tax Saving
4.01AEA1
$ 2,450.00 $ 2,450.00$ 2,487.00$ 2,487.00$ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00$ 2,354.00$
2,354.00
Raw Water Boost Pump VFD (ODP)
4.02EA1
$ 12,500.00 $ 12,500.00$ 29,955.00 $ 29,955.00$ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00$ 29,800.00$
29,800.00
Raw Water Boost Pump VFD Sale Tax Saving
4.02AEA1
$ 800.00$ 800.00$ 1,847.00$ 1,847.00$ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00$ 1,838.00$
1,838.00
ADSORPTION SYSTEM
5LS1
$ 75,000.00 $ 75,000.00$ 175,000.00 $ 175,000.00$ 230,000.00$ 230,000.00$ 132,000.00$ 132,000.00
Adsorption Treatment System Equipment (ODP)
5.01LS1
$ 750,000.00 $ 750,000.00$ 750,000.00 $ 750,000.00$ 700,000.00$ 700,000.00$ 750,000.00$ 750,000.00
Adsorption Treatment System Equipment Sale Tax
Saving
5.01ALS1
$ 45,050.00 $ 45,050.00$ 45,050.00 $ 45,050.00$ 42,000.00 $ 42,000.00$ 45,050.00$
45,050.00
BACKWASH DECANT and POLYMER SYSTEM
6LS1
$ 12,000.00 $ 12,000.00$ 320,000.00 $ 320,000.00$ 400,000.00$ 400,000.00$ 320,000.00$ 320,000.00
Backwash Recycle Pumps (ODP)
6.01EA2
$ 19,728.00 $ 39,456.00$ 9,864.00$ 19,728.00$ 10,000.00 $ 20,000.00$ 37,200.00$
74,400.00
Backwash Recycle Pumps Sale Tax Saving
6.01AEA2
$ 1,233.68 $ 2,467.36$ 617.00$ 1,234.00$ 600.00 $ 1,200.00$ 4,514.00
Backwash Residual Pumps (ODP)
6.02EA2
$ 12,500.00 $ 25,000.00$ 6,250.00$ 12,500.00$ 8,000.00 $ 16,000.00$ 12,500.00$
25,000.00
Backwash Residual Pumps Sale Tax Saving
6.02AEA2
$ 800.00$ 1,600.00$ 400.00$ 800.00$ 480.00 $ 960.00$ 1,550.00
Decant Tanks (ODP)
6.03EA2
$ 90,400.00 $ 180,800.00$ 45,200.00 $ 90,400.00$ 60,000.00 $ 120,000.00$ 45,200.00$
90,400.00
Decant Tanks Sale Tax Saving
6.03AEA2
$ 5,474.00 $ 10,948.00$ 2,737.00$ 5,474.00$ 3,600.00 $ 7,200.00$ 5,474.00
Residuals Holding Tank (ODP)
6.04EA1
$ 27,100.00 $ 27,100.00$ 27,100.00 $ 27,100.00$ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00$ 27,100.00$
27,100.00
Residuals Holding Tank Sale Tax Saving
6.04AEA1
$ 1,676.00 $ 1,676.00$ 1,676.00$ 1,676.00$ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00$ 1,676.00$
1,676.00
6.05Polymer System (ODP)EA1
$ 39,972.00 $ 39,972.00$ 30,500.00 $ 30,500.00$ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00$ 30,000.00$
30,000.00
Item # 11
REVERSE OSMOSIS PLANT #1 - PLANT EXPANSION 09-0018-UT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012 AWARD - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012
BRANDES DESIGN BUILD, INC. TLC DIVERSIFIED, INC. WHARTON-SMITH
WPC INDUSTRIAL
2151 N. E. Coachman Rd. 2719 17th St. E. 750 Monroe Rd.
11651 Phillips Highway
Clearwater, Fl.Palmetto, Fl.Sanford, Fl.Jacksonvile, Fl.
BID ITEMS UNITQTYUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNTUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNT
Polymer System Sale Tax Saving
6.05AEA1
$ 2,448.32 $ 2,448.32$ 1,880.00$ 1,880.00$ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00$ 1,850.00$
1,850.00
New Control Panel (CP) 120 (ODP)
6.06EA1
$ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00$ 41,500.00 $ 41,500.00$ 60,000.00 $ 60,000.00$ 41,500.00$
41,500.00
New Control Panel (CP) 120 Sale Tax Saving
6.06AEA1
$ 1,250.00 $ 1,250.00$ 2,540.00$ 2,540.00$ 3,600.00 $ 3,600.00$ 2,540.00$
2,540.00
CARTRIDGE FILTRATION
7LS1
$ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00$ 110,000.00 $ 110,000.00$ 60,000.00 $ 60,000.00$ 25,000.00$
25,000.00
Cartridge Filter Vessel (ODP)
7.01EA1
$ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00$ 26,067.00 $ 26,067.00$ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00$ 65,033.00$
65,033.00
Cartridge Filter Vessel Sale Tax Saving
7.01AEA1
$ 1,550.00 $ 1,550.00$ 1,646.00$ 1,646.00$ 2,100.00 $ 2,100.00$ 3,951.00$
3,951.00
MEMBRANE FEED PUMPING
8LS1
$ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00$ 163,000.00 $ 163,000.00$ 220,000.00$ 220,000.00$ 450,000.00$ 450,000.00
Membrane Feed Pumps (ODP)
8.01EA3
$ 48,584.00 $ 145,752.00$ 48,584.00 $ 145,752.00$ 50,000.00 $ 150,000.00$ 48,584.00$ 145,752.00
Membrane Feed Pumps Sale Tax Saving
8.01AEA3
$ 2,965.04 $ 8,895.12$ 2,965.00$ 8,895.00$ 3,000.00 $ 9,000.00$ 8,795.12
VFDs (ODP)
8.02EA2
$ 75,560.00 $ 151,120.00$ 75,560.00 $ 151,120.00$ 80,000.00 $ 160,000.00$ 75,560.00$ 151,120.00
VFDs Sale Tax Saving
8.02AEA2
$ 4,583.60 $ 9,167.20$ 4,558.00$ 9,116.00$ 4,800.00 $ 9,600.00$ 9,117.20
REVERSE OSMOSIS SKIDS
9LS1
$ 600,000.00 $ 600,000.00$ 224,000.00 $ 224,000.00$ 220,000.00$ 220,000.00$ 950,000.00$ 950,000.00
RO Membranes (ODP)
9.01EA420
$ 400.00$ 168,000.00$ 1,224.00$ 514,080.00$ 1,300.00 $ 546,000.00$ 400.00$
168,000.00
RO Membranes Sale Tax Saving
9.01AEA420
$ 74.00$ 31,080.00$ 74.00$ 31,080.00$ 78.00$ 32,760.00$ 10,130.00
CONCENTRATE PUMP STATION
10LS1
$ 65,000.00 $ 65,000.00$ 205,000.00 $ 205,000.00$ 170,000.00$ 170,000.00$ 105,000.00$ 105,000.00
Concentrate Pumps (ODP)
10.01EA3
$ 285,050.00 $ 855,150.00$ 87,350.00 $ 262,050.00$ 85,000.00 $ 255,000.00$ 272,050.00$ 816,150.00
Concentrate Pumps Sale Tax Saving
10.01AEA3
$ 17,153.00 $ 51,459.00$ 5,291.00$ 15,873.00$ 5,100.00 $ 15,300.00$ 49,019.00
Pump Control Panel and VFDs (LCP 120) (ODP)
10.02EA1
$ 80,000.00 $ 80,000.00$ 80,000.00 $ 80,000.00$ 80,000.00 $ 80,000.00$ 80,000.00$
80,000.00
Pump Control Panel and VFDs (LCP 120) Sale Tax
Saving
10.02AEA1
$ 4,850.00 $ 4,850.00$ 4,850.00$ 4,850.00$ 4,800.00 $ 4,800.00$ 4,850.00
TRANSFER (BLENDED WATER) PUMPING
11LS1
$ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00$ 36,000.00 $ 36,000.00$ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00$ 65,000.00$
65,000.00
Transfer (Blended Water Pumping) (ODP)
11.01EA1
$ 18,714.00 $ 18,714.00$ 41,116.00 $ 41,116.00$ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00$ 12,240.00$
12,240.00
Transfer (Blended Water Pumping) Sale Tax Saving
11.01AEA1
$ 1,172.84 $ 1,172.84$ 2,517.00$ 2,517.00$ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00$ 784.40$
784.40
RO and ADMIN BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS
12LS1
$ 18,000.00$ 18,000.00$ 342,000.00$ 342,000.00$ 250,000.00$ 250,000.00$ 520,000.00$ 520,000.00
Item # 11
REVERSE OSMOSIS PLANT #1 - PLANT EXPANSION 09-0018-UT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012 AWARD - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012
BRANDES DESIGN BUILD, INC. TLC DIVERSIFIED, INC. WHARTON-SMITH
WPC INDUSTRIAL
2151 N. E. Coachman Rd. 2719 17th St. E. 750 Monroe Rd.
11651 Phillips Highway
Clearwater, Fl.Palmetto, Fl.Sanford, Fl.Jacksonvile, Fl.
BID ITEMS UNITQTYUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNTUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNT
Main CP-110 New Control Panel (ODP)
12.01EA1
$ 135,000.00 $ 135,000.00$ 135,000.00 $ 135,000.00$ 58,000.00 $ 58,000.00$ 135,000.00$ 135,000.00
Main CP-110 New Control Panel Sale Tax Saving
12.01AEA1
$ 8,150.00 $ 8,150.00$ 8,150.00$ 8,150.00$ 3,480.00 $ 3,480.00$ 8,150.00$
8,150.00
BACKWASH HOLDING TANK
13LS1
$ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00$ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00$ 24,000.00 $ 24,000.00$ 25,000.00$
25,000.00
MATERIALS TESTING ALLOWANCE
14LS1
$ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00$ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00$ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00$ 35,000.00$
35,000.00
EXCAVATION BELOW NORMAL GRADE AND
BEDDING ROCK REFILL
15CY500
$ 35.00$ 17,500.00$ 60.00$ 30,000.00$ 40.00$ 20,000.00$ 75.00$
37,500.00
METAL BUILDING ANALYSIS ALLOWANCE
16LS1$10,000$10,000$10,000$ 10,000.00$10,000$10,000
$ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00
SUBTOTAL (BID ITEMS 1.00-16.00)$ 7,619,577.84$ 7,732,599.00$ 8,660,000.00$ 10,086,037.72
17LS1$ 380,978.89$ 386,629.95$ 433,000.00$ 504,301.89
TOTAL BASE BID (GRAND TOTAL) (BID ITEMS 1.00-17.00)$ 8,000,556.73$ 8,119,228.95$ 9,093,000.00$ 10,590,339.61
ADDITIVE ALTERNATES
RO & HSP BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS
A.1.00LS1
ADDITIVE ALTERNATE NO. 1
$ 220,000.00 $ 220,000.00$ 220,000.00 $ 220,000.00$ 245,000.00$ 245,000.00$ 165,000.00$ 165,000.00
Subtotal Additive Alternate NO. 1
$ 220,000.00$ 245,000.00$ 165,000.00
$ 220,000.00
A.2.00
MEMBRANE CLEANING ADDITIVE
LS1
ALTERNATE NO. 2
$ 6,000.00 $ 6,000.00$ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00$ 52,800.00 $ 52,800.00$ 65,000.00$
65,000.00
A.2.01Cartridge Filter Vessel (ODP)EA1
$ 22,500.00 $ 22,500.00$ 30,535.00 $ 30,535.00$ 34,000.00 $ 34,000.00$ 65,033.00$
65,033.00
A.2.01AEA1
Cartridge Filter Vessel Sale Tax
$ 1,400.00 $ 1,400.00$ 1,882.00$ 1,882.00$ 2,040.00 $ 2,040.00$ 3,951.98$
3,951.98
A.2.02Cleaning System Horiz End Suction Centrifugal Pump
EA1
(ODP)
$ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00$ 46,293.00 $ 46,293.00$ 46,000.00 $ 46,000.00$ 46,293.00$
46,293.00
A.2.02ACleaning System Horiz End Suction Centrifugal Pump
EA1
Sale Tax
$ 1,550.00 $ 1,550.00$ 2,827.00$ 2,827.00$ 2,760.00 $ 2,760.00$ 2,827.58$
2,827.58
A.2.03VFD (ODP)EA1
$ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00$ 40,500.00 $ 40,500.00$ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00$ 40,500.00$
40,500.00
A.2.03AEA1
VFD Sale Tax
$ 950.00$ 950.00$ 2,480.00$ 2,480.00$ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00$ 2,480.00$
2,480.00
Subtotal Additive Alternate NO.2
$ 72,400.00$ 149,517.00$ 180,000.00$ 226,085.56
A.3.00AS SYSTEM MEDIA EXCHANGE ADDITIVE
LS1
ALTERNATE NO. 3
$ 32,000.00$ 32,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 63,000.00$ 63,000.00$ 50,000.00$ 50,000.00
Item # 11
REVERSE OSMOSIS PLANT #1 - PLANT EXPANSION 09-0018-UT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2012 AWARD - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012
BRANDES DESIGN BUILD, INC. TLC DIVERSIFIED, INC. WHARTON-SMITH
WPC INDUSTRIAL
2151 N. E. Coachman Rd. 2719 17th St. E. 750 Monroe Rd.
11651 Phillips Highway
Clearwater, Fl.Palmetto, Fl.Sanford, Fl.Jacksonvile, Fl.
BID ITEMS UNITQTYUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNTUNIT PRICEAMOUNT UNIT PRICEAMOUNT
A.3.01EA1
As System Media Exchange (ODP)
$ 202,000.00 $ 202,000.00$ 202,000.00 $ 202,000.00$ 200,000.00200000$ 202,000.00$ 202,000.00
A.3.01AAs System Media Exchange Sale TaxEA1
$ 12,170.00 $ 12,170.00$ 12,170.00 $ 12,170.00$ 12,000.00 12000$ 12,170.00$ 12,170.00
Subtotal Additive Alternate NO. 3
$ 246,170.00$ 234,170.00$ 275,000.00$ 264,170.00
A.4.00DUAL MEDIA FILTER REPLACEMENT
LS1
ADDITIVE ALTERNATE NO. 4
$ 65,000.00 $ 65,000.00$ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00$ 57,600.00 $ 57,600.00$ 45,000.00$
45,000.00
A.4.01Dual Media Filter Replacement (ODP)EA1
$ 45,000.00 $ 45,000.00$ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00$ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00$ 40,000.00$
40,000.00
A.4.01AEA1
Dual Media Filter Replacement Sale Tax
$ 2,750.00 $ 2,750.00$ 2,450.00$ 2,450.00$ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00$ 2,450.00$
2,450.00
Subtotal Additive Alternate NO. 4
$ 112,750.00$ 92,450.00$ 100,000.00$ 87,450.00
A.5.00
BLEND WATER PUMPS ADDITIVE
1
LS
ALTERNATE NO. 5
$ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00$ 36,000.00 $ 36,000.00$ 27,600.00 $ 27,600.00$ 52,000.00$
52,000.00
EA4
A.5.01
Blend Water Pumps (ODP)
$ 10,279.00 $ 41,116.00$ 12,240.00 $ 48,960.00$ 10,000.00 $ 40,000.00$ 31,525.00$
126,100.00
EA4
A.5.01ABlend Water Pumps Sale Tax
$ 666.74$ 2,666.96$ 747.00$ 2,988.00$ 600.00 $ 2,400.00$ 1,904.00$
7,616.00
Subtotal Additive Alternate NO. 5
$ 48,782.96$ 87,948.00$ 70,000.00$ 185,716.00
$ 200.00
TOTAL ADDITIVE ALTERNATE BID (GRAND TOTAL) (BID
$ 700,102.96 $ 784,085.00 $ 870,000.00 $ 928,421.56
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the conveyance of an Underground Distribution Easement to Florida Power Corporation (FPC), doing business as Progress
Energy Florida, Inc., granting appropriate authority to FPC for its continued operation and maintenance of facilities located within a
former City right-of-way; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
On October 4, 2012, the City Council passed and adopted Ordinance 8363-12 vacating certain portions of City right-of-way to
accommodate the expansion of the Capitol Theatre. The City now holds fee title to the vacated right-of-way. There are several public
and private utilities currently located in the vacated alley within the footprint of the proposed building expansion and will be relocated
during the construction project. However, an FPC distribution line will remain in its current location. It will be more cost-effective to
construct a vault under the building addition to house the electrical facilities.
The proposed easement provides for FPCs continued operation of its facilities and for the City to construct the improvements as
designed.
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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LOCATION MAP
Underground
Distribution
Easement
CLEVELAND ST
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Underground Distribution Easement
to Florida Power Corporation
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Approve a Supplemental Work Order in the amount of $50,000, to an existing Work Order of $271,690, approved by Council on October 22,
2009, bringing the total budget to $321,690, to Cardno TBE, an Engineer-of-Record for the City of Clearwater, to provide additional
Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for the relocation of the Citys water, sewer and reclaimed water facilities that are in
conflict with the reconstruction of US 19 from Whitney Road to north of Gulf to Bay Blvd, (SR 60);and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
SUMMARY:
This Agenda Item is for additional Construction Engineering and Inspection, (CEI), services for the relocation of the Citys existing water,
sewer and reclaimed water mains that are in conflict with the reconstruction of US 19 from Whitney Road to north of SR 60 (Gulf to Bay
Blvd), FDOT FPN: 256881-1 and 256881-2.
The scope of the work includes general project management, coordination and construction administration, receive, review, log and process
shop drawings, attend progress meetings, observe and report on the progress and quality of work, review requests for payment, provide record
drawings and project close-out
This is supplement number 1 to the existing task order for post design services. Due to the complexity of the project, project delays and latent
conditions, additional time and funding in the amount of $50,000 is required to assist the City in completion of this project.
This a time and material contract and as such, will only be expended as needed up to but not exceeding $50,000 without further Council
approval.
Cardno TBE is the EOR responsible for designing the utility relocation work and will provide CEI services related to work on the City of
Clearwaters infrastructure throughout the construction period.
Sufficient budget and revenue is available as follows: $25,000.00 from 0315-96739, Reclaimed Water Distribution and Utility Renewal and
Replacement funding in the amounts of $15,000.00 from 0327-96634, Sanitary Utility Relocation Accommodation and $10,000.00 from 0327-
96742, Line Relocation-Capitalized for total funding in the amount of $50,000.
Type:
Capital expenditure
Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
YesNo
Budget Adjustment Comments:
See Summary
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$50,000
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
$50,000 50,000
For Fiscal Year:
2012 to 2013
Appropriation CodeAmountAppropriation Comment
0327-96742-561300-533-000-10,000see summary section
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0327-96634-561300-533-000-15,000see summary section
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
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SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the US 19 Corridor Redevelopment Plan and adopt Resolution 12-18.
SUMMARY:
The US 19 Corridor Redevelopment Plan is a guiding document that summarizes the current context of the corridor
and sets forth an implementable vision to strengthen the identity, design, mobility, and competitiveness of the corridor
in the region. The strategies identified in the Plan fall primarily under the purview of the City but also state the need
for coordination with area businesses and various governmental entities. The project was funded
through the Department
of Energys Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program, and builds upon goals and strategies contained in the
Clearwater Greenprint
, which was approved by Council on December 14, 2011.
With assistance from a consultant team led by HDR, the Planning and Development Department worked with corridor
stakeholders to define land use and development strategies to leverage the corridors unique locational advantages,
capitalize on market opportunities, and maximize benefits of planned transit and transportation improvements. Public
outreach activities included:
Stakeholder Listening Sessions and Focus Groups: In February and March 2012, five group listening sessions (organized by
general types of stakeholders) and five individual listening sessions (organized for targeted outreach to specific individuals or
small groups) were held to hear insights on the assets, issues and opportunities along the corridor. Four additional focus groups
were held to receive feedback on the preliminary framework plan and strategies in August 2012.
City Council: The project team presented at three City Council work sessions to receive guidance on preliminary and
recommended framework plan and strategies.
Public Open House Events: Two open house events were held in May 2012 and August 2012 to preview the framework plan,
engage the public, and to prioritize refined strategies; and
Public Outreach Campaign: In March, May, July and August 2012, staff spoke about the project at the Clearwater Regional
Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee and three Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) committee
meetings, keeping community members and representatives of other municipalities updated on the progress of the plan.
Online Forum: From March to September 2012, an
emerging public outreach tool, MindMixer, was used as an online
discussion board for the Plan providing an additional outlet for public engagement.
To provide context for the Plan, both a market analysis and a land use and mobility assessment were conducted. The
market analysis was performed by RCLCO, a national real estate advisory firm, and outlined the conditions and trends
influencing the corridors market position in the City and Tampa Bay Region. The land use and mobility assessment
was performed by HDR and provided background information regarding conditions along the corridor including land
use and development, parks, trails and open space, form and character, planning and development context and
mobility.
A framework plan was developed that divides the corridor into three types of revitalization areasRegional Centers,
Neighborhood Centers and In-Between Areasand offers general guidance on the appropriate intensity, form and
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concept studies of specific sites to demonstrate the development potential using the guidance contained in the
framework plan.
The US 19 Corridor Redevelopment Plan recommended strategies serve as the starting point for future implementation
steps along the corridor. While some of the strategies will require policy changes to City documents, including the
Comprehensive Plan and the Community Development Code, others call for increased participation from private
enterprise, increased coordination and promotion of transit improvements and the introduction of green technology
along the corridor. The recommended strategies are organized into four topic areas: revitalization and redevelopment,
competitiveness, mobility and connectivity, and sustainability, as generally described below.
1. Revitalization and Redevelopment (Plan pages 61-72): The strategies focus on the long-term retrofit and
redevelopment of sites at the corridors Regional and Neighborhood Centers and the ongoing transformation and
improvement of the In-Between Areas. The strategies set the stage to allow higher development intensities and
densities with corresponding design standards. Strategies include:
Plan for land use intensification;
Apply a new zoning overlay district;
Draft new design standards;
Encourage employment-intensive and transit-supportive land uses; and
Initiate a property improvement program.
2. Competitiveness (Plan pages 72-75): The strategies are designed to accelerate the pace of improvement along the
corridor by aligning actions and programs affecting the corridors competitive position. Strategies include:
Expand development incentives;
Facilitate review processes;
Create a corridor improvement organization;
Install wayfinding signs;
Strengthen brand identity; and
Enhance gateways and streetscapes.
3. Mobility and Connectivity (Plan pages 76-82): The strategies center on making it easier to travel from place to place
by various modes of transportation, which contributes to a more livable and competitive corridor. Strategies include:
Create interconnected street networks;
Improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists;
Advocate for enhanced transit service; and
Plan for circulator service.
4. Sustainability (Plan pages 83-87): The strategies presented are a logical continuation of those presented as part of
the Clearwater Greenprint, which calls for the promotion of more sustainable practices in the design of public and
private spaces and achieving more energy and resource efficient kinds of development. Strategies include:
Green streets program and initiatives;
Low impact development for sites and buildings; and
Energy and water efficiency.
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land use and mobility assessment portion of the plan. Appendix B presents case studies of several mixed-use
developments and green redevelopment projects. Appendix C contains additional information on all engagement and
outreach activities.
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ...........................................................vFRAMEWORK PLAN & CONCEPTS ...........................................47
Framework Plan ................................................................47
INTRODUCTION ................................................................1
Concept Studies ................................................................54
ISSUES & IDEAS ................................................................3
PLAN STRATEGIES ................................................................61
Stakeholder Listening Sessions ................................................................4
Revitalization & Redevelopment ............................................................61
Public Workshops ................................................................6
Competitiveness ................................................................72
Focus Groups ................................................................8
Mobility & Connectivity ................................................................76
Online Discussion Board ................................................................8
Sustainability ................................................................83
MARKET CONTEXT ................................................................13
Market Overview ................................................................13
APPENDICES
Market Sector Analysis ................................................................17
Market Potential ................................................................22A. Context Maps ................................................................89
B. Case Studies ................................................................125
PLANNING CONTEXT ............................................................27
C. Engagement & Outreach Activities ....................................................153
Land Use & Development ................................................................28
Character & Identity ................................................................32
Parks, Trails & Open Space ................................................................34
Planning & Policy Context ................................................................35
Mobility ................................................................42
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LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF FIGURES
Table 1. Online Discussion Board Comment Summary - Round 1 Topic ........9Figure 1. US 19 Study Area ................................................................1
Table 2. Online Discussion Board Comment Summary - Round 2 Topic ......10Figure 2. Citizens Reviewing Display Boards at Public Workshop 1 ..............3
Table 3. US 19 Corridor Market Strengths and Challenges .........................13Figure 3. Community Listening Session .....................................................4
Table 4. US 19 Corridor & Other Regional Job Cores ..................................23Figure 4. Public Workshop 2 ................................................................7
Table 5. Market Opportunity by Land Use ................................................23Figure 5. Screenshot from MindMixer Online Discussion Board ...................8
Table 6. Retail Strengths & Challenges ....................................................25Figure 6. Online Survey Results for Revitalization Strategies ....................11
....................................................25Figure 7. Online Survey Results for Competitiveness Strategies ................12
Table 8. For-Rent Residential Strengths & Challenges ..............................25Figure 8. Online Survey Results for Mobility Strategies ............................12
Table 9. For-Sale Residential Strengths & Challenges ...............................25Figure 9. National Real Estate Outlook ....................................................14
Table 10. US 19 Study Area Existing Land Use ..........................................28Figure 10. Tampas Favored Quarter .......................................................16
Figure 11. Tampa Bay Regions Metro Cores ............................................16
US 19 Corridor ................................................................36
Figure 12. REIS North Pinellas Submarket ...............................................18
Table 12. City of Clearwater Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
Figure 13. US 19 Study Area ................................................................27
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Figure 14. Low Intensity Development Along US 19 at Sunset Point..30
Table 13. Framework Plan Place Types ....................................................48
Figure 15. Bayview Gardens Redevelopment Site ...................................31
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Figure 18. Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex & Bright House Field ..................34
Figure 19. Progress Energy Trail Pedestrian Bridge at US 19 .....................34
Figure 20. Citywide Design Structure Map ...............................................37
Figure 21. Pinellas County Secondary Transit Corridors ............................39
Figure 22. US 19 South of Enterprise Road ...............................................42
Figure 23. US 19 Frontage Road ..............................................................42
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Figure 24. Examples of Pedestrian Conditions Along US 19 Corrido ..........44Figure 47. Ideal Street Network .............................................................76
Figure 25. PSTA Bus Service on US 19 ......................................................46Figure 48. Ideal Street Network Concepts Applied to Areas along .......77
Figure 26. Plan Framework Map.............................................................47Figure 49. Pedestrian and Bicycle Crossing Best Practices.........................79
Figure 27. Regional Center Character Images ..........................................49Figure 50. BRT Vehicle and Stop Improvements .......................................80
Figure 28. Neighborhood Center Character Images ..................................51Figure 51. Potential US 19 Local Circulator ..............................................81
Figure 29. In-Between Area Character Images .........................................52 ................83
Figure 30. Bayview Gardens Concept Study .............................................55Figure 53. Features of Green Streets and Low Impact Development ..........84
Figure 31. Belleair Concept Study ...........................................................56Figure 54. Sketches of Low Impact Development Design Strategies ..........86
Figure 32. Sunset Point Concept Study ....................................................57
Figure 33. Countryside North Concept Study ............................................58
Figure 34. Countryside South Concept Study...........................................59
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Figure 36. Excerpts from Countywide Plan Position Statements & Strategies 63
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Figure 38. Mall Redevelopment with Street Network & Walkable
Streetscapes................................................................66
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Figure 40. Pedestrian-Friendly Frontages ...............................................68
Figure 41. Large-Scale Retail with Liner Buildings ...................................69
Figure 42. Drive-Through Facilities Integrated into a Town Cente70
Figure 43. Public Squares & Greens .........................................................71
Figure 44. Example Communications from a Membership-based
Organization ................................................................74
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Figure 46. Examples of Gateway Treatments...........................................75
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CITY OF CLEARWATER CITY COUNCIL
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & HOUSING DEPARTMENT
George N. Cretekos, Mayor
Geri Lopez, Director
Paul F. Gibson, Vice- Mayor
Doreen Hock-Dipolito
Jay Polglaze
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Bill Jonson
Sarah Josuns, Environmental Specialist
CITY ADMINISTRATION
William B. Horne II, City Manager
CONSULTANT TEAM
Jill Silverboard, Assistant City Manager
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Rod Irwin, Assistant City Manager
RCLCO
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Michael Delk, AICP, Director
Gina L. Clayton, Assistant Director
Lauren Matzke, AICP, Long-Range Planning Manager
Catherine Lee, Project Manager
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INTRODUCTION
As the City works to make the US 19 corridor a more attractive,
Figure 1. US 19 Study Area
successful, and sustainable destination, the
US 19 Clearwater: Creating
(US 19 Plan) establishes a framework for the City
Innovative Places Plan
to promote future redevelopment on the corridor. Using grant fun
from the US Department of Energy, this plan
The US 19 Plan builds upon Citys ongoing efforts to become mor
sustainable and address energy efficiency. The following initia
plans:
U.S. Conference of Mayors Climate Protection Agreement, 2007
Greenhouse Gas Inventory for Government Operations, 2008
Florida Green Building Coalition Green City certification, 2009
Clearwater Greenprint, 2011
The US 19 Plan addresses the future of the 8.4-mile long corrido
primarily within the City of Clearwater. As shown in Figure 1, t
area for this plan was defined as the lands located within one-h
US 19 between the city limits south of Belleair Road and north o
Road. The study area also includes sites along both sides of Gul
Boulevard between US 19 and McMullen Booth Road and properties
along the south side of Drew Street between US 19 and McMullen
Booth Road. Most lands within the study area are located in the
incorporated limits of the City of Clearwater, although some par
in unincorporated Pinellas County but within the Citys Planning
The few parcels in the most northern extent of the study area wi
City of Dunedin are excluded from this study.
The US 19 Plan was prepared by HDR Engineering, Inc. (HDR), with
US 19 CorridorUnincorporated CountyCity of Dunedin
US 19 Study AreaCity of Safety HarborCity of Clearwater
support from RCLCO and the University of Florida Program for Res
Clearwater Planning AreaCity of Largo
Miles
00.512
Efficient Communities (UF PREC).
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The US 19 Redevelopment Plan includes the following sections:
Issues & Ideas. Outlines public engagement efforts and
summarizes comments received during planning process
Market Context. Provides overview of existing market conditions
and demand for the future
Planning Context. Describes existing land use, open space, form
and character, development, and mobility conditions
Framework Plan & Concepts. Describes the preferred
redevelopment pattern on the corridor and provides
demonstration concept site studies for four areas within the
corridor.
Plan Strategies. Outlines recommended strategies and actions
related to revitalization and redevelopment, competitiveness, an
mobility on the corridor.
The appendices to this plan provide supporting documentation. T
appendices include:
Context Maps
Case Studies
Engagement & Outreach Activities
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ISSUES & IDEAS
Conditions along the US 19 corridor have changed dramatically ov
Figure 2. Citizens Reviewing Display Boards at Public Workshop 1
the past several yearsthe roadways redesign, changes in access
and circulation patterns, and the economic downturn have affecte
property owners, businesses, and local residents. Now that plan
the roadways improvement have been developed, several phases of
roadway work are complete, and economic conditions are improving
the City wants to plan for the corridors future and answer the
questions:
How can US 19 become a more attractive place in the City?
Whats the right mix and pattern of land uses?
How can we make it easier and safer to travel from place to plac
How can we ensure new projects make positive contributions to
the Citys economic vitality and sustainability?
To help the City find answers to these and other important quest
about the corridors future, the City held a series of stakehold
sessions in March 2012. Participants learned about the planning
and were asked to describe the Corridors assets or best qualiti
The City also developed a project-specific web page on the City
the key issues or challenges, and provide ideas or visions for t
existing website with a link to an online discussion board at ww
myUS19plan.com. The online discussion board hosted by MindMixer,
The City also held two public workshops, one at the beginning of
Internet-based engagement tool, allowed stakeholders to share id
project to provide an overview of the project to members of the
comment on the ideas of others, and learn more about the vision
and another later in the process to get input on initial strateg
opinion of others interested in the corridors future.
corridor. The two workshops were held in May and August 2012.
The following sections provide a review of the public outreach a
A series of focus groups allowed the City to get further input o
engagement activities and a summary comments received during the
the preliminary plan strategies in August and September 2012.
planning process. While much of the public input was focused on
Development professionals and corridor stakeholders were invited
roadway construction and improvement plans, the following sectio
small, informal meetings to review the initial strategies for th
outline the comments relevant to the US 19 Plan. A list of all
and provide feedback in preparation of the draft corridor plan.
and engagement activities has been included in Appendix C.
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Figure 3. Community Listening Session
1.STAKEHOLDER LISTENING SESSIONS
To gather input on the project in open, informal settings, the p
team held a series of stakeholder listening sessions. Facilitat
the members of the team, the sessions were designed to bring for
perceptions and expectations to help better understand different
points among corridor stakeholders. Each session included round-
introductions of participants, brief remarks from project team m
and facilitated discussion and idea sharing.
The project team held two types of meetings to engage corridor
stakeholdersgroup sessions organized by general types of
stakeholders and individual sessions organized for targeted outr
specific individuals or small groups.
Feedback from the sessions was used to guide planning for additi
public involvement activities and prepare preliminary strategies
plans for the improvement of conditions along the corridor.
ASSETS
Group Listening Sessions
Participants described the corridors assets and best qualities,
any unique features, special places, competitive advantages, or
Over the course of two days, the project team held five group li
qualities to preserve. Assets mentioned by listening session pa
sessions organized by general types of stakeholdersauto dealers
included:
retailers or offices, community, realtors/developers/design prof
and entertainment/lodging. Although the sessions were widely
Quick access, good visibility, and regional exposure for busines
advertised and open to the public, the City reached out to speci
and services;
groups or individuals and encouraged participation.
Great local and regional destinations such as Bright House Field
Clearwater Mall, and Countryside Mall;
A total of over 75 people attended one of the five, 1.5 to 2 hou
Good access to services, recreation, and shopping from adjacent
sessions. Project team members invited participants to share th
residential areas;
thoughts and discuss the assets or best qualities, issues or cha
Close proximity to beaches; and
and ideas or vision for the future of the corridor. A summary of
Increased safety and level of service on US 19 as a result of li
is summarized below.
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ISSUES IDEAS
Participants also shared their issues with the corridor and descFinally, participants shared their ideas for the future of the c
existing challenges along and adjacent to US 19. They discussed Participants discussed the ideal mix of activities, how to impro
needs fixing, what is currently missing, and what gets in the waaccess from place to place, ways the City can promote sustainabl
positive change on the corridor. Issues mentioned during the lisdevelopment, and appropriate change for US 19. The following id
sessions included: were generated during the listening sessions:
Active construction creates disturbances for businesses and
Establish coordinated wayfinding and directional signage
residents;
programs;
Negative perception of corridor, at least partly due to construc
Improve conditions at gateways along US19 and Gulf to Bay
and access issues;
Boulevard;
Uncertainty among property owners and tenants, many of whom
Provide changes to development standards to accommodate
expressed concern about how the US19 improvements might
flexibility, mixed uses, and higher density/intensity districts
change the character of the area and negatively impact their
major intersections;
businesses and properties;
Rebrand corridor and create identifiable districts and destinati
Inadequate wayfinding along completed sections of US19;
Provide incentives for redevelopment including parcel assembly;
Ineffective property/business signage given changes in roadway
Require interconnectivity between sites;
condition;
Promote development of local street network;
An incomplete or disconnected local street network that limits
Increase pedestrian and bicycle safety through improved
connectivity;
amenities and facilities;
Poorly located bus stops and buses stopping in travel lanes
Improve transit service along corridor and between destinations
impedes traffic;
and adjacent residential areas;
Vacancy increasing in locations between major intersections;
Improve aesthetics on corridor through landscaping, underground
Need for better multi-modal connections between commercial,
utilities, etc.; and
residential, and recreational areas;
Attract new employers to mixed-use employment centers.
Poor pedestrian access and amenities along US 19 and
Individual Listening Sessions
connections across highway;
Isolated, hodge-podge, and unattractive development pattern;
In addition to the group listening sessions, the project team al
Unappealing aesthetics of roadway and need for landscaping or
series of individual stakeholder listening sessions that were or
design features; and
for targeted outreach to specific individuals or small groups. T
Parcelization affecting potential for redevelopment.
contacted an assortment of individuals with interests on the cor
invited them to participate in one-on-one or small group session
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Participants shared similar feedback to that received during the Potential for parcel assemblage (e.g., vacant auto dealerships
Listening Sessions, although more focused on issues and ideas re
Harn Boulevard and vacant parcels near Sunset Point Road) could
to the future of individual sites. Participants in these session
increase attractiveness of select sites;
ideas for wayfinding, suggested ways to provide regulatory incen
Potential for small-scale office development to take advantage o
or regulatory relief to improve the corridors attractiveness to
improved regional access;
investment, and shared ideas for improving access and circulatio
Create public-private partnerships to encourage development;
following specific issues and ideas were discussed during the in
Potential for year-round, recreation/entertainment-oriented cent
listening sessions:
with hotels, restaurants, and recreational/entertainment uses in
area surrounding Bright House Field;
ISSUES
Create wayfinding signage and management program to
Participants were particularly concerned with the current nature
assist travelers on US 19 and within sub-districts along corrido
corridor, and identified the following issues with the current s
(e.g., Lakewood Ranch color-coded signage, destination signs,
corridor:
navigational signs); and
Explore potential for development of business improvement or
Uncertainty of corridors future given US 19 improvements;
special assessment districts for sub-districts along corridor.
Vacancy is high and corridor seems barren and desolate;
Perception that Clearwater is a difficult place to do business g
complex and lengthy review processes;
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Difficult and limited access for properties on frontage roads af
development potential;
Building upon feedback gained at the smaller listening sessions,
Loss of industrial-zoned property to residential and public uses
held two larger public workshops to get input from a greater ran
Access to properties south of Countryside Mall a concern with
corridor stakeholders. The objective of the first workshop was t
closing of Enterprise Road crossing; and
findings from the initial phases of the planning process and sol
Lack of identify for individual destinations and sub-districts a
for the corridors transformation. The focus of the second work
US 19 corridor.
to build understanding of plan goals and objectives and test com
acceptance of preliminary strategies for improvement.
IDEAS
In addition to expressing their concerns for the existing condit
Public Workshop 1
the corridor, participants also had numerous ideas for the futur
corridor:
The first public workshop was held on May 30, 2012 at the La Qui
Inn Clearwater Central. The three-hour workshop started with an
Adjust zoning regulations to facilitate development, increase
open house, followed by a presentation given twice for early and
intensity, speed review cycles, and widen mix of permitted uses
attendees. The presentation provided an overview of the project
but limit incentives, grants, tax credits, etc.;
received during the listening sessions, and a more detailed desc
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Public Workshop 2
The second public workshop was held on August 14, 2012 at the Ho
Inn Express Hotel & Suites/US 19. Over 60 individuals attended t
2.5 hour-long workshop, which included a presentation followed b
a question-and-answer session. The focus of the presentation wa
preliminary strategies for improvement of the corridor.
Representatives from FDOT were again available prior to and foll
the presentation to answer questions directly related to the US
roadway construction. Following the presentation, attendees wer
asked to complete a priority-setting dot exercise to rank recomm
strategies introduced during the presentation. Both before and a
presentation, workshop participants were also invited to view di
boards set up around the meeting room and ask project team membe
questions or provide additional comments.
The preliminary strategies that received the most votes during t
priority-setting exercise included:
Attendees were invited to visit a series of information stations
Permit higher development intensities and densities for projects
highlighting a different sub-district concept drawing along the
Project team members were available at each station to provide fwithin the Countryside and Gulf to Bay Regional Centers;
detail about each sub-district, answer questions, and receive co
Explore potential to add research, office, laboratory, and clean
manufacturing uses;
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) representatives were
Explore potential to reduce permit or impact fees, provide
available throughout the workshop to provide additional informat
local economic development tax exemptions (subject to voter
and answer questions regarding the US 19 roadway construction pr
approval), and offer other direct financial incentives;
To streamline permit review processes for large scale projects i
In general, participants were concerned with the current constru
the corridor, assign a dedicated permit technician;
difficulties and the uncertainty that the new roadway conditions
To promote employment-intensive projects, allow for increases in
create for the future. Comments also included a hope that the co
intensity for larger office and commercial sites; and
would have multi-modal transportation options and a better wayfi
Establish an incentive program to encourage reinvestment in
system and landscaping in the future. Participants also discusse
older properties, including the removal of vacant buildings, faç
need to evaluate the existing impact fees for corridor propertie
improvements, landscaping, and site improvements.
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Figure 5. Screenshot from MindMixer Online Discussion Board
3.FOCUS GROUPS
A series of smaller, informal focus group sessions were held in
and September 2012 with development and real estate professional
retailers, offices, and sustainability professionals. These ses
intended to gather additional feedback on the preliminary framew
plan and list of strategies for the corridors improvement. Part
discussed the following:
Potential for US 19 corridor business improvement or other speci
district designation to organize property owners, create self-ta
authority, or serve as advocacy group;
Opportunity for mobility fee or other impact fee exemptions;
Methods to improve wayfinding and private signage along the
corridor at three different scales
Need to explore potential for off-site or consolidated stormwate
retention systems;
Advantages and disadvantages of additional development
standards or incentives; and
Round 1 Topics
Landscaping, buffer treatments, and pedestrian improvements
along US 19 frontage roads and other public rights-of-way.
The site opened with an initial set of general topics designed t
stimulate thinking about desired conditions along the corridor.
course of two months, the site received 60 ideas with 64 comment
4. ONLINE DISCUSSION BOARD
the following five topics:
Vision & Identity;
The projects online discussion board, www.myUS19plan.com, was
Uses: Live, Work, Shop & Play;
introduced in March 2012. In addition to allowing citizens to p
Placemaking & Urban Design;
respond to a set of topics, the site provided background informa
Getting from Place to Place; and
the project, a description of the study area, and workshop prese
Between March and September 2012, three rounds of topics were
Sustainability.
posted on the site.
The questions posed on the site and summary of responses for eac
the topics is provided in Table 1.
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Table 1. Online Discussion Board Comment Summary - Round 1 Topic
Topic Questions Posed on SiteSummary of Comments
TOPIC 1. VISION Conditions along the US 19 Corridor have changed dramatically ovIn the future, respondents envision a US 19 corridor that:
& IDENTITYthe past several yearsthe roadways redesign, changes in access Is designed to allow unimpeded, smooth-flowing north-south vehic
and circulation patterns, and the economic downturn have affectetravel;
property owners, businesses, and local residents. Now that the r Has improved aesthetics through creation of landscape buffer and
work is mostly complete and economic conditions are improving, relocation of utility lines;
what does the future hold for the Corridor? What is your vision Concentrates development at key locations to create pedestrian-f
Corridor? In a few words, how do you want to Corridor to look 10villages; and
years from now? Provides easy access to businesses through use of appropriate si
TOPIC 2. USES: The US 19 Corridor offers a wide range of uses and activitiesfrAs the US 19 corridor redevelops, respondents would like to see:
LIVE, WORK, shops and restaurants to workplaces, neighborhoods, and recreati Additional recreational uses;
SHOP & PLAYsites. As conditions change over the next 10-20 years, the mix a A trail and greenway network; and
of land uses will changes. Think about how the mix and location Mixed-use employment districts with supporting services and resi
might affect the Corridors success. What uses and activities wouses.
like to see in the future, and where should they be located?
TOPIC 3. The character and quality of places along the US 19 Corridor wilRespondents suggested that the best strategy to develop destinat
PLACEMAKING & powerful influence on the Citys long-term success and competitiplaces along the corridor would be to:
URBAN DESIGNSafe, attractive, well-designed, and well-connected places will Improve aesthetics and streetscape amenities at overpasses; and
maintain the communitys reputation as a great place to live, wo Look to models of other destinations with good signage, connecti
visit. How can places and destinations along the Corridor be impand public spaces.
What qualities contribute to the creation of successful, attract
destinations?
TOPIC 4. Successful communities offer a range of options for getting fromTo accomplish better connectivity along the Corridor and in adja
GETTING FROM to place. In addition to providing for safe and convenient car trespondents would like to see:
PLACE TO PLACECity is interested in making biking, walking, and transit more a Increased wayfinding signage;
Question - How can places along the Corridor be better connected Improved bus stop locations and design along US 19;
How can we make it easier, safer, and more convenient to travel More frequent pedestrian crossing over US 19 and at intersection
place to place along the Corridor? Upgraded traffic management systems, especially along Gulf to Ba
Better cross-parcel access and connections; and
A direct connection between US 19 and I-275.
TOPIC 5. Promoting energy efficiency, conserving resources, improving livIn terms of how to increase sustainability along the US 19 Corri
SUSTAINABILITYand reducing impacts on sensitive resources are just a few of threspondents suggested:
objectives highlighted in Clearwater GreenPrint, the Citys guidebook Promoting or requiring low impact development;
for promoting more sustainable forms and patterns of development Providing multi-modal access;
What sustainability goals should be used to guide planning for t Creating concentrated employment centers; and
US 19 Corridor? How can the plan help the City achieve its goals Encouraging development through changes to development standards
becoming a more stable, resilient, and attractive place for resiand signage.
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Table 2. Online Discussion Board Comment Summary - Round 2 Topic
Topic Questions Posed on SiteSummary of Comments
TOPIC 1. Recent improvements at Countryside Mall and Countryside Centre Need for better circulation and wayfinding near Enterprise Rd on
COUNTRYSIDEhave strengthened the districts position as a regional destinatlight is removed.
ACTIVITY shopping and dining, and the existing cluster of professional of Consider adding medians and left turn lanes along SR 580/Main St
CENTERmight serve as a foundation for a future employment center. How Evaluate traffic light signalization out of Countryside Mall and
can we build on Countrysides assets and make the district a strshopping centers and along Countryside Blvd.
more attractive destination? Better wayfinding signs? Improved
street networks? A wider range of uses? Enhanced transit servi
Pedestrian-friendly site designs?
TOPIC 2. Gulf to Bay Boulevard between US19 and McMullen Booth Road serve Improve traffic flow and safety on Gulf to Bay Blvd by improving
GULF TO BAY as the primary gateway to the City of Clearwater. Conditions insignalization or adding landscaped medians with dedicated left-
ACTIVITY area strongly influence the perception of visitors to the City. lanes between McMullen Booth and US 19.
CENTERthe area be improved as a gateway? How can the City capitalize Consolidate auto dealerships in auto mall location.
areas strong locational advantages and critical mass of retail, Increase cross-parcel access for businesses along Gulf to Bay Bl
and recreation uses? Better connections between destinations? Improve roadway surface on Park Place Blvd.
Redevelopment of older commercial strips and trailer courts? Im Utilize vacant properties for recreational purposes.
streetscapes and landscaping? Enhanced transit service?
TOPIC 3. Projects at the US19 intersections of Sunset Road and Coachmen R Use vacant properties as community gardens or other public benef
SUNSET POINT have served the daily needs of nearby residents for the past 20- Create artwork on overpass retaining walls.
& COACHMAN How can we reinforce the neighborhood-serving function of the ar Implement uniform signage and remove visual clutter along US 19.
DISTRICTwhile promoting redevelopment of vacant and underutilized sites? Encourage redevelopment in vacant buildings near Sunset Point Rd
Improve traffic flow on ramps and frontage roads.
TOPIC 4. Once the overpass is complete, Bellair Road will be southernmost Build an aquatic community center or dog park on vacant land nea
BELLEAIR of access to US19 in the City. How can we capitalize on direct Belleair Rd.
DISTRICTUS19 while attracting uses that serve the needs of local residen Need to create mixed-use destination with restaurants, shops, an
workers, and visitors? Can vacant sites be reused for higher inCreate an overpass at Belleair Rd to allow U-turns and allow tra
office and residential uses? Should new retail and restaurants 19 to flow smoothly along US 19.
located at the intersection? Can landscaping and gateway signs
reinforce this location as the Citys southern gateway?
TOPIC 5. IN When FDOTs improvements are complete, access to US19 will be Need for wayfinding signage, perhaps consolidated, for businesse
BETWEEN limited for areas between the major crossroads. How can these alocated at primary intersections along US 19.
AREASremain productive and attractive in the future? Should strip co Streetscape and vacant site improvements.
development be discouraged? Should redevelopment to more Improve traffic flow and merging onto US 19 from frontage roads.
intensive office and residential uses be encouraged? Can the vi Add bus pull-out lanes along US 19 and frontage roads and create
character of the in between areas be enhanced? Can connections crosswalks for transit riders crossing US 19 .
surrounding neighborhoods be improved? Focus on creating consolidated developments that are destination
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Participants were asked to indicate their top three preferred st
Round 2 Topics
for each of the three topics to help the community achieve objec
improve the corridor. The strategies and votes received for eac
A second round of topics was posted on the MindMixer site betwee
survey topics is provided in Figures 6 through 8.
May 10 and August 30, 2012. For this set of topics, participants
asked to make suggestions to help the City of Clearwater plan fo
future of destinations along the US 19 corridor. Visitors to th
Figure 6. Online Survey Results for Revitalization Strategies
asked to share their ideas and proposals for encouraging the rig
of uses, improving street and transit connections, guiding visit
SURVEY TOPIC 1. REVITALIZATION
destinations, and creating places with quality buildings, walkab
and attractive public spaces.
Planning for the long-term retrofit
Survey Question Posed on Site:
and revitalization of sites at the corridors two regional activ
Using a map for each of the following five geographic areas, res
centers, encouraging the ongoing improvement of existing local a
were invited to identify specific areas for improvement or chang
neighborhood-serving activity centers, and providing the incremental
improvement of conditions in areas between the major destination
five geographic areas or sub-districts included:
are important considerations in the development of the US 19 pla
What revitalization strategies do you recommend?
Countryside;
Gulf to Bay Activity Center;
Promote mixed uses, interconnected streets, quality
Sunset Point & Coachman; streetscapes, and public spaces.
Better connect destinations to each other and to
Belleair; and
surrounding neighborhoods
In Between Areas.
Incorporation of innovative sustainable design and
development strategies
The questions posed on the site and summary of responses for eac
Incentive program to encourage
reinvestment
the topics is provided in Table 2.
Higher development densities for redevelopment
projects
Round 3 Survey
Add research, office, laboratory, and clean
manufacturing land uses
Similar to the priority-setting exercise conducted as part of th
Promote employment-intensive projects
public workshop, the City conducted an online survey between Aug
14 and September 30, 2012 to get input on suggested strategies f
Wayfinding signage program to guide locals and visitors
corridors improvement. The survey was organized around three p
topics:
Consistent site design standards
Consolidation of ownership and planning for phased
Revitalization;
development
Competitiveness; and
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Figure 7. Online Survey Results for Competitiveness StrategiesFigure 8. Online Survey Results for Mobility Strategies
SURVEY TOPIC 2. COMPETITIVENESSSURVEY TOPIC 3. MOBILITY
Through the development of US Organizing destinations around a
Survey Question Posed on Site: Survey Question Posed on Site:
19 Plan, the City hopes to expand direct and indirect assistancefiner-grained network of accessible, safe, and pedestrian-friend
available to projects that advance local economic development streets, improving the condition, continuity, and attractiveness
goals, explore alternatives for the creation of a corridor impropedestrian and bicycle facilities, promoting a higher level of t
association, improve the visual character of public and private use, and exploring the feasibility for a local circulator servic
and undertake a series of closely related gateway improvements, connect Clearwater and Countryside malls are important factors i
property enhancements, branding, and way-finding initiatives. Whthe development of the plan. What mobility strategies do you
US 19
competitiveness strategies do you recommend? recommend?
Invest in public space improvements (e.g., streets, Improve existing transit service, facilities and encourage
transit stops, parking, etc.)Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
Incentives for owners who improve existing buildings Improve sidewalks, roadway crossings, and bicycle lanes
and propertiesand facilities
Streamline permit review processes for large-scale Identify street extensions or improvements to more
projects in the corridoreffectively distribute traffic
Branding and marketing initiative to strengthen the Improve connections to Progress Energy and Realm
corridors regional identityWilson Trails
Explore the feasibility of establishing a local circulator
Complete gateway enhancements
service
Identify Regional and Neighborhood Centers as
Creation of a corridor improvement association
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Reduce permit or impact fees and offer other direct Establish corridor-specific design standards for
financial incentives.pedestrians and bicycles
Identify a preferred list of land uses that may be Improve transit infrastructure (e.g., shelters,
approved administrativelyinformation kiosks, lighting, etc.)
Target code enforcement activities to encourage fix-up Evaluate existing and planned park-and-ride facilities
and clean-up.to ensure access
Provide effective cross parcel circulation and local street
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MARKET CONTEXT
In the preliminary development of the US 19 Plan, RCLCO, a natio
TABLE 3. US 19 Corridor Market Strengths and Challenges
estate market expert, completed a separate report, S
ummary of Market
STRENGTHSCHALLENGES
, that outlined the conditions and trends
Analysis for the US 19 Corridor
that influence the US 19 corridors market position in the City Transportation/AccessTransportation/Access
Strong North-South access in the Strained access to businesses
Bay Region. The findings of this report were presented to a grou
regionresulting from US 19 construction
corridor stakeholders in April 2012. What follows in this sectio
Key East-West connections Visibility of destination
plan is the executive summary of that report and serves as the m
Transformation to a limited-commercial space
assessment for the US 19 corridor. The market analysis was condu
access highway will help mitigate Pedestrian and cross connections
ascertain the quantitative and qualitative aspects of demand for
congestionnot strongtherefore, even with
and future land uses that might be appropriate for future develo
existing retail, hard for households
in the study area and to quantify the potential scale and timing
and tenants to access them
uses.
Connection to Demand SourcesMarket Economics
Over 100,000 households within General economic downturn and
5 miles from the center of the real estate market suffering makes
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
corridor redevelopment areas even more
Well-connected to other economic challenging
cores in the Metro. Statistical Area
Corridor Location
Fantastic water viewsLack of available land
Parts of the corridor have great Lack of key anchors and focal points
The US 19 corridor is well-located relative to sources of demand
water access, should look for
redevelopment opportunities in
access to water. US 19 is an important north/south corridor and
those areas
to Bay Boulevard is a primary east/west crossroad in Pinellas Co
According to CoStar, the corridor is predominantly retail in nat
Focal point of redevelopment by the Rumor of difficulty of City approval
City process
Over 70 percent of the commercial space is retail, 25 percent is
and 5 percent is industrial/flex. Due to the reconfiguration of
into a limited-access roadway, much of the retail along the corr
likely to grow as retail continues to consolidate along these sa
either obsolete, or becoming obsolete as the areas between the m
intersections on the corridor. Office buildings in the corridor
intersections are no longer prime retail locations.
older, and many need to be updated to current tenant requirement
(such as good wiring). In 2010 there were 20,532 housing units w
As shown in Table 3, the corridors location offers numerous str
the corridor for a jobs-to-housing ratio of 1.9 jobs per househo
and challenges. Retail at key intersections (such as the Clearwa
suggesting the corridor is fairly balanced. Esri reports that 53
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the corridors housing units are owner-occupied, 28 percent are
Figure 9. National Real Estate Outlook
occupied, and the remainder are for seasonal use or vacant.
P = Price
RC = Replacement Cost
National Outlook
NAV = Net Asset Value
The future success of the corridor is related to the local and r
outlook for real estate (typically related to the projected job
household growth) and the national outlook for real estate overa
the national media continually reports negative news for residen
real estate, a double dip residential drop is not expected. Base
RCLCOs work across the country, national statistics, and up-to-
projections, it is expected that residential real estate will bu
bottom between 2012 and 2013, depending on location (in fact, so
fortunate places like Austin are already in residential recovery
Moodys Analytics presents the most aggressive employment growth
estimates, which forecast the return to pre-recession employment
Source: RCLCO
2014. While this results in an additional six million jobs, the
will not reach full employment due to increased population and
labor force participation. A slower recovery is expected, with a
One of the main influences on consumers home buying decisions i
to pre-recession employment highs after 2015, and a return to fu
their stage in life. Young couples (currently Gen Y) tend to buy
employment in 2016 or beyond. Regional and sector divergence are
affordable homes; families (mainly Gen X) tend to buy the bigges
expected to continue. Threats to recovery include the price of o
they can afford; and empty nesters (currently baby boomers) ofte
unrest in the Mideast, a further decline in the housing market,
for a smaller home with a higher level of finish. While these ar
local government stress, the European sovereign debt crisis, wea
generalizations, demographic segment trends do suggest which typ
consumer confidence, and political deadlock.
home a buyer of a specific generation would choose.
Based upon this national job outlook, housing starts will begin
Real estate performance in the US has been consistently cyclical
in 2013 while lending standards and regulatory uncertainties loo
since records on commercial and residential pricing and volume h
In most markets normal market conditions will return in 2013-2
been tracked. Peaks and valleys may have different direct ca
Another key factor is the return of the Baby Boomers and Gen Y i
in every cycle, but they consistently result from inevitable buy
housing market starting in 2015 and continuing for 10 or more ye
exuberance after a period of steady value increases and associat
These generations have a significant impact on the underlying de
loosening of capital, particularly credit, resulting in skyrocke
for real estate given their size and the timing of their entry o
and excessive production. An event triggers an awakening of the
into the housing market.
to the untenable situation in which it finds itself, and values,
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and production come to a standstill. The most recent real estate
Regional Economic & Demographic Analysis
and bust was exceptionally severe, but very closely repeats patt
earlier cycles. Figure 8 outlines the projected path of the real
While there are many unique attributes and characteristics that
over the next decade, including the timing for the following sta
distinguish metropolitan areas, there are also striking similari
between the pattern of development in most North American
Bottom (2009-2012): The real estate bottom is characterized by
metropolitan areas. In the 1990s, RCLCO utilized this observatio
real estate prices being below replacement costs; the bottom
identify and catalogue rules governing the way metropolitan area
represents the ideal time to acquire existing assets.
evolve from a real estate perspective. Economic growth had gener
Early Recovery (2011-2013): During the early recovery, prices be
focused in the favored quarter of metropolitan areas, which is
always in the immediate proximity of upper-middle and upper-end
to exceed replacement costs for many assets; the stage still off
executive housing and influenced by the configuration of the reg
numerous opportunities to acquire assets, as well as to repositi
limited access highway systems. The favored quarter is typical
and develop those in preparation for subsequent phases.
from the original downtown to where the majority of new housing
Stability (2013-2014): Competition for assets becomes more
located, where the vast majority of new spending on infrastructu
difficult during the stable phase of the market; the market may
new roads occurs, and where much of the commercial real estate a
offer select investment opportunities, but prices are increasing
growth has occurred. Figure 10 shows Tampas Favored Quarter.
cap rates compress.
Peak (2015-2016): At market peak, capitalization rates (the rati
While the favored quarters have defined the directions of growth
between the operating income produced by an asset and its
significant portion of a regions economic activity occurs in re
capital cost or original cost of purchase) have compressed to th
economic centers, which RCLCO calls Metro Cores. These activity
point that prices exceed reasonable net asset values for assets;
have a large concentration of employees, especially the highest
the only purchasing opportunities will be highly opportunistic,
export oriented jobs, which are the jobs that drive the growth
otherwise, this represents the best opportunity to sell.
regions. In the Tampa Bay region and elsewhere, Metro Cores tend
Downturn (2017): Investment activity is difficult during the
locate about five miles apart, near major transportation nodes t
downturn as it is impossible to know when the market will hit
provide access to other economies, and close to executive housin
bottom and/or how low it will go; the downturn is a good time to
Understanding the number, composition, size, and location of Met
start raising and committing funds to take advantage of low pric
Cores in a region, drilling down into the composition of each of
Metro Cores, provides a basis for understanding metropolitan gro
during the bottom.
trends and a means of forecasting future growth.
Bottom (2018-2019): The real estate bottom is characterized by
real estate prices being below replacement costs; the bottom
As shown in Figure 11, the US 19 corridor benefits from being lo
represents the ideal time to acquire existing assets.
near two of Tampa Bay Regions Metro Cores: downtown Clearwater
and the St. Pete-Clearwater Airport. While the corridor itself h
Regions and submarkets vary within regions, which makes it criti
employment to seem to qualify as an employment core, the jobs ar
understand local market dynamics.
not dense enough to be a core. It would be necessary to consolid
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Figure 11. Tampa Bay Regions Metro Cores
Figure 10. Tampas Favored Quarter
US 19 Corridor
Existing
Metro Core
Emerging
Metro Core
significant amount of the corridor employment in one location toto grow by almost 50,000 people annually from 2011 to 2020, acco
considered a regional employment core.to The University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Res
(BEBR). Of this growth, approximately 8.5 percent is likely to b
The City of Clearwater and the US 19 corridor are located in PinPinellas County. Within the County, households that are projecte
County which is part of the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater the greatest growth are those households ages 65 and over. Curre
Metropolitan Statistical Area (Tampa MSA). Pinellas County is prthese households make up approximately 40 percent of all County
built out, and as such, is not projected to receive a large amouhouseholds, and are projected to grow to 43 percent of total hou
future growth in the region.over the next five years. This mirrors the trends seen nationall
aging population, especially in southeastern coastal locations.
The corridor location places it outside Tampas current favored
of growth; however, it is located in a highly desirable locationThe Tampa MSA is anticipated to see an uptick in employment grow
existing employment cores and the beach. The Tampa MSA is expect2012, with the addition of over 23,500 jobs, after losing approx
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70,000 jobs in 2009, losing 16,000 jobs in 2010, and gaining 13,where spending has remained strong during the downturn and othe
jobs in 2011. A significant increase in employment is projected assets which have suffered due to a reduced need for space and g
onward, with a projected increase of 19,400 employees per year tconsumer frugality. Vendors are shifting to smaller footprints a
2020. The economy is driven primarily by the Trade, Transportaticonsolidating locations, further reducing demand at non-Class A
and Utilities, Professional and Business Services, and Educationacross sub-types and increasing the risk of failure in all but t
Health Services sectors. Not surprisingly, job losses from 2000 locations.
were most significant in Manufacturing. From 2011 to 2020, the s
anticipated to see the greatest amount of growth are Education aChanging demographics are also affecting long-term demand for re
Health Services, Financial Activities, and Leisure and Hospitalibringing additional format change to the sector. The best enclos
shopping malls and lifestyle centers are top assets, followed by
anchored neighborhood and community centers that offer necessity
goods. Power centers, typically including big box stores, were h
2. MARKET SECTOR ANALYSIS
during the recession overall, yet the best of these assets (thos
retained the dominant remaining retailers) should have upside po
Retail Market
when spending increases for discretionary goods.
US retail sales have improved from their lows in 2009, helping t
The Tampa MSA retail market has been suffering for the past few
spur national improvements in retail real estate performance and
since the economic downturn. There has been negative absorption,
fundamentals. Solid consumer spending, supported by households
vacancies, declining rents and almost no new construction. Howev
dipping into their savings in order to buy necessity itemsand,
there has been recent better news similar to the rest of the nat
increasingly, discretionary oneshas maintained above-average
total net absorption for 2011 was -178,000 square feet, fourth q
performance for grocery-anchored strip centers even during the
2011 had 135,000 square feet of positive absorption, and January
recession and is driving the early retail recovery across other
saw a total of 18,000 square feet of positive absorption. In add
types. Vacancy rates have peaked and are beginning to fall as de
vacancy was 12.2 percent at year end 2011. Similar to many areas
gently rising, though rents have not yet increased across the bo
US, rents have continued to decline, but at a slower pace, and a
recovery of retail real estate will depend upon stronger wage gr
be stabilizing. The Tampa market overall was at $14.08 per squar
growth, and economic expansion to drive sustained consumer spend
asking rents, while Pinellas County was $12.80 per square foot.
The general lack of new retail deliveries throughout the downtur
should assist as well, as existing vacancies are absorbed with l
According to REIS Observer for Tampa in March 2012, the overall
competition.
Tampa MSA market, with construction carefully focused on strong
market areas, the overall prudent development profile should per
Transformative changes to retail have ramifications for all but
Community-neighborhood sector supply and demand, each with
well-positioned assets. Internet sales increasingly steal market
minimal totals, should strike a balance in 2012; both vacancy an
away from stick-and-brick retail, causing shops to morph into sm
should be essentially flat for the year. A better performance is
showroom spaces that complement e-commerce. Retail is experienci
for 2013.
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to the number of households, epitomizes this fact. For example,
Figure 12. REIS North Pinellas Submarket
19 corridor makes up only four percent of the Countys household
makes up 12 percent of the clothing stores in the County. The co
contains several regional malls and a plethora of community and
neighborhood retail, all of which amounts to over 4.6 million sq
of retail space. Most of this stock was built in the 1970s and 1
developments in the corridor have vacancies ranging from zero pe
to almost 90 percent, with an overall average vacancy of 11 perc
construction on the US 19 corridor has already caused some of th
tenants to move and consolidate around major hubs like the Westf
Countryside Mall and the Clearwater Mall, but retail is still sc
along the corridor.
DEMAND ANALYSIS
To assess the demand opportunity for new retail in the County an
corridor, BEBR medium-high projections for Pinellas County relea
February 2012 were utilized. The square feet of retail supported
household based upon a comparison of total retail square feet in
Tampa MSA from CB Richard Ellis was then compared to total Tampa
MSA households from Moodys Economy.com. Esri data regarding the
number of retail businesses in the study area versus the number
businesses in the County was utilized to determine the capture i
corridor. In addition, RCLCO determined an upside potential base
the corridor capturing a higher amount of retail demand based up
offering new product and redevelopment. Based upon this analysi
there is the potential for between 120,000 and 220,000 square fe
LOCAL COMPETITIVE MARKET
new retail space in the corridor by 2030. This does not take int
any specific project for which the numbers could be higher or lo
The North Pinellas Submarket (see Figure 12) is projected to hol
based upon a site-specific market study. The demand for the corr
stable, slightly increased share of the metro areas occupied re
based upon the corridors overall potential.
(about 22 percent of the total metropolitan area) and a decreasi
share of the vacant stock. By 2015 the occupied community and
neighborhood retail stock in the North Pinellas Submarket is exp
to surpass eight million square feet. The retail market has long
The US office sector has achieved a modest rebound since the wor
the primary economic engine in the US 19 corridor, and the numbe
of the recession in 2009. The global economy is improving, with
retail businesses compared to the County, and employees compared
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growth in select domestic markets leading to vacancy reductions time there were no new supply additions, allowing vacancy to dro
effective rent growth, albeit at a slow pace. Office demand shou20.6 percent by the end of 2011. In addition, there has been pos
continue to be driven by traditional factors such as global econgrowth. According to REIS, the robust performance seen in 2011,
growth and employment growth in key office-using industries. Howmainly to the strong opening quarter, will be followed by a slow
recent office market performance has been largely uneven, with cahead. Construction remains subdued.
pockets of excellence in markets experiencing strong growth in
technology and energy sectors, compared to underperforming marke
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plagued by pre-recession overbuilding and weak employment growth
Despite improving office market indicators in the Tampa MSA over
Although the office outlook for 2012 and beyond remains cautious
the immediate space around the corridor has a long road to recov
optimistic, the trend toward less office space per employee repr
In 2010 and 2011, office vacancy hovered at 30 percent in the No
a major threat to current office owners and developers throughou
Pinellas Submarket, and, while it is projected to decrease signi
country.
over the next five years, it will still likely remain upwards of
because there is a substantial amount of vacant space in the sub
Growth in elderly populations and continued employment growth in
that must be absorbed. In the 1990s and early 2000s, the North P
the healthcare sector should drive medical office demand over th
Submarket had a similar vacancy rate to the Tampa MSA, between 1
long-term. Domestic markets experiencing growth in aging populat
percent and 15 percent, but now it is almost 10 percent higher t
should see increased demand for revamped medical office space to
MSA (at 30 percent as stated earlier, versus 20 percent in the T
accommodate both the growing population as well as new technolog
according to REIS).
and services. This could have major implications for various mar
Florida and Tampa Bay, including Pinellas County.
Pinellas County has seen a steadily decreasing rental rate for o
(currently at $17.00 per square foot), whereas the rental rate i
Given these macroeconomic and demographic trends, the most
North Pinellas Submarket has stayed relatively steady (currently
attractive national office opportunities will be focused on Clas
under $18.00 per square foot). After the County rate peaked in t
properties in central business districts, along with well-locate
quarter of 2007 at just over $20.00, its average rental rate has
office properties. Significant development of new space appears
to under $17.00, which is lower than the Tampa MSA or the Submar
be far off (into the next real estate up-cycle, most likely) as
sub-area, but its vacancy rate, at about 14 percent, is also low
markets continue to work through existing inventories. While the
either the Tampa MSA or the sub-area. This suggests that brokers
worst of the office markets recent troubles appear to have pass
in the County have responded to the lack of leasing activity by
improvement will continue at a slow, methodical pace as growing
rental rates, and could explain why many tenants in the US 19 co
business confidence leads to steady absorption of global office
have decided to locate out of the immediate area if they can fin
better deal in a comparable location. Most of the office space
Similar to retail, the Tampa MSA office market has suffered duri
corridor was built in the 1980s and 1990s and much of it is outd
downturn, but like the rest of the country, has seen a modest re
does not meet the current needs of tenants. While there is a tot
office space demand due to a confidence in the economy. In 2011,
million square feet of office space in the corridor, it is parse
was 564,000 square feet of positive net absorption while at the
scattered developments, most with buildings under 50,000 square
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and other distress that may potentially change preferences. Alth
DEMAND ANALYSIS
these trends may be cyclical in nature, the near-term growth in
To assess the demand opportunity for new office in the County an
for rental housing appears to be the most certain trend in real
corridor, Florida Department of Economic Opportunitys Labor Mar
Information for Pinellas County employment projections were util
A less positive, alternative medium-term economic scenario is po
determine annual employment change in the County. To determine t
for apartments if job growth fails to accelerate, or even cools
amount of office demanded for each new job, several data points
and Net Operating Income (NOI) growth projected by many investor
compared. The total office square feet in the Tampa MSA from CB
may fail to materialize, or may slow, despite recent strong perf
Ellis was compared to total Tampa MSA employment from Moodys
The apartment market may face further challenges as developers b
Economy.com, which yielded 42 square feet of office per employee
meaningful supply additions to the market in various regions.
Second, office absorption from REIS versus employment growth fro
Moodys Economy.com from 1990 to 2010 was analyzed, which yielde
The Tampa MSA apartment market has been in recovery similar to t
33 square feet of office per employee. Then, the capture in the
US. Based upon an increase in demand, development and investor
was determined using the average of the two methods, or 37 squar
activity has been strong. In 2011, almost 2,800 units were absor
feet of new office demanded per new employee, as well as Esri da
no new market-rate apartments being delivered, helping to decrea
regarding the number of employees in the study area versus the n
vacancy. REIS reports that year end 2011 vacancy was only 6.1 pe
of employees in the County. In addition, an upside potential bas
Construction is beginning again with almost 1,500 apartment unit
upon the corridor capturing a higher number of employees based u
expected to be delivered in Tampa MSA in 2012 and 2,250 new unit
offering new product and redevelopment was determined. Based upo
projected or 2013. Rents have been increasing and the average as
this analysis, there are a potential 13,000 to 30,000 new square
monthly rent was $848 per month at year end 2011. According to R
office per year in the corridor for a potential total of 300,000
While construction is on the rise, it is not expected to lose t
square feet within the corridor by 2030. This does not take into
demand; timely absorption of the new units is expected as the ma
any specific project for which the numbers could be higher or lo
enters a new period of supply-demand balance. Year-end vacancy r
based upon a site-specific market study. The demand for the corr
in the neighborhood of 5.5 percent are expected for the foreseea
based upon the corridors overall potential.
term. Rent growth rates are projected at 3.1 percent asking and
percent effective in 2012. Other favorable increases should foll
For-Rent Residential Market
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Although the recent recession had a significant negative impact
The North Pinellas Submarket is performing similarly to the mark
asset types, the national apartment sector has experienced a rob
overall. As of year end 2011, vacancy was at 4.6 percent with an
recovery, supported by broad economic and demographic trends tha
asking rent of $888. Thirty-one different rental properties clos
suggest significant pent up demand for rental housing. The major
within the corridor study area were considered. Of this set, the
for the recovery are robust job recovery in some markets that ge
rent was $1.03 per square foot for apartments within the corrido
new household growth and release of pent-up demand, a demographi
study area and $0.95 per square foot outside of the study area.
wave of young households in prime renter age groups entering the
of the areas had low vacancies at 5.4 percent. The highest rents
market, and continued declines in homeownership due to foreclosu
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submarket are for rental properties located along the Bay. Baysia new trend line; homeownership in the U. S., including for sing
Apartments located east of US 19 on Seville Boulevard is able tohomes, continues to have appeal, and is primarily waiting for br
approximately $1.30 per square foot, far above the local averagerecovery to strengthen.
largely to their location. Most of the properties in the area we
the 1980s and 1990s, with no new product brought to the market sAccording to the State of the Cities Data Systems (SOCDS) Buildi
2001.Permits Database, permits in the Tampa MSA peaked in 2005 with n
35,000 permits pulled, far above the average annual from 1990 to
which was approximately 17,000 permits. Permits bottomed out in
DEMAND ANALYSIS
at approximately 6,500, and, according to Moodys Economy.com, a
To assess the demand opportunity for new rental apartments in
projected to rise to over 10,000 in 2012. Starting in 2013, perm
the County and the corridor, BEBR medium-high projections for
projected to be back to 15,000, and are projected to reach over
Pinellas County released February 2012 were utilized to identify
2014, quickly surpassing the average from 1990 to 2010. Given hi
households that are likely to become and remain renters, based o
trends, this Moodys forecast may be slightly aggressive. From 2
historical and recent trends on homeownership. To determine the
2011, approximately 65 percent of permits were for single-family
capture in the corridor, the number of renters in the corridor v
County overall was determined. In addition, an upside potential
Locally, in Pinellas County, permits are not as good an indicato
upon the corridor capturing a higher number of renters based upo
health in the market, as the area is primarily built out. Accord
offering new product and redevelopment was determined. Based upo
SOCDS Building Permits Database, permits peaked in 2001 at 4,400
this analysis, there are a potential 50 to 100 new rental units
dropped steadily until bottoming out in 2008 at 652. They rose a
in the corridor for a potential total of 500 to 1,200 new units
in 2009, only to drop again in 2010 and reach a low of 358 in 20
corridor by 2030. This does not take into account any specific p
Going forward, permits in the County are projected to increase s
which the numbers could be higher or lower based upon a site-spe
and level out due to the built-out nature of the County. Since 2
market study. The demand for the corridor is based upon the corr
the County, approximately 60 percent of permits have been for si
overall potential.
family homes. Sales during this same time have been relatively s
with an average of 40 percent of sales for multi-family and 60 p
For-Sale Residential Market
for single-family. As of March 2012, the median sales price in P
County was $110,700, up from $108,000 in 2011, although well bel
The national for-sale residential market remains depressed follo
the peaks of the mid-2000s. Condo median prices are still droppi
of the largest housing market crashes in US history. The sector
March 2012 the median condo price was $79,900, whereas in March
to experience oversupply, of both homes and lots, yet absorption
2011 it was $90,000. Single-family median prices are performing
picked up modestly as the economy begins to expand. The persiste
in March 2012 the median price of a single-family home sold was
weakness of the housing sector is delaying a full recovery, yet
$132,900, up 18 percent from the March 2011 price of $113,000. O
household formation and moderate employment growth should
new sales that have occurred in 2012, the greatest concentration
improve the demand for ownership housing over the medium-term.
been under $300,000, similar to historical trends. Total sales p
In addition, the recent decline in the rate of homeownership in
2005 with almost 60,000 sales in the County. Sales in 2011 were
represents a correction to the excesses of the boom period, rath
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almost 40,000 from their low of 30,000 in 2007. So, while the nehigher sales based upon offering new product and redevelopment w
housing market has stalled, the overall sales in the County are determined. This analysis indicates a potential 40 to 60 sales p
thirds of their peak. in the corridor for for-sale residential product, with a potenti
550 to 900 new units within the corridor by 2030. This does not
into account any specific project for which the numbers could be
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or lower based upon a site-specific market study. The demand for
To understand prices and absorptions in the corridor, 11 nearby
corridor is based upon the corridors overall potential.
selling communities and compiled information on recent sales in
area directly surrounding the corridor were surveyed. Sales in t
corridor also peaked in 2005 at 3,800, almost 5 percent of the C
3. MARKET POTENTIAL
sales. Unlike the County, sales in the corridor have continued t
along the bottom, up slightly one year and down slightly the nex
year end 2011, there were 1,221 sales in the corridor. The major
Many market opportunities exist within the corridor for redevelo
sales are for homes priced under $200,000.
however, due to the current economic climate and road constructi
the revitalization will take time. Leading investment in the cor
New surveyed projects in the City of Clearwater or northern Pine
likely to be residential, not high-end employment, given current
County average $270,000 ($135 per square foot). However, it shou
conditions for rental properties compared to other land uses. Th
be noted that many of the surveyed projects are located on the b
short-term opportunities for smaller-scale, mixed-use commercial
where the recovery for new for-sale product appears to be happen
These types of opportunities require the correct sites to be ide
sooner. Product in the US 19 corridor would be priced at a signi
There is the potential to create larger-scale projects once a cr
discount to water-oriented product. For the most part, the proje
mass is created within the corridor. One of the main challenges
are selling are selling slowly and working through existing lot
corridor will be identifying sites large enough to create a cata
It will likely be some time before new for-sale residential deve
redevelopment or to create the desired job core. A job core cann
occurs in the area.
stretch for eight miles. There needs to be a sense of place and
core.
DEMAND ANALYSIS
To assess the demand opportunity for new homes in the County and
Due to the current mix of commercial land uses, the US 19 corrid
the corridor, BEBR medium-high projections for Pinellas County r
most similar to a retail core, which is characterized by the pre
February 2012 were utilized to identify those households that ar
of retail uses. Table 4 shows that within the Tampa MSA market,
to become and remain owners, based on historical and recent tren
corridor is most similar to the Brandon Employment Core.
on homeownership. Relative to this pool of buyers, the household
were likely to choose a single-family detached home versus an at
After completing the analysis of each of the land uses within th
home were determined. Using the corridors average capture from
the future short- and long-term opportunities, outlook for each
Pinellas County Property Appraisers Office data from January 20
and overall functionality of the corridor were identified. Table
to February 2012, the total capture in the corridor was determin
the recommendations by land use.
addition, an upside potential dependent upon the corridor achiev
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Table 4. US 19 Corridor & Other Regional Job Cores
Total % Industrial/Industrial/
Core Type% Office SFOffice SF% Retail SFRetail SFJobs to HH Ratio
Employment Flex SFFlex SF
US 19 Corridor32,41025%1.6 M5%306 K70%4.6 M1.9
Westshore106,80057%15.7 M17%4.8 M26%7.1 M5.7
Brandon25,00023%1.9 M4%359 K73%6.3 M2.0
Table 5. Market Opportunity by Land Use
RetailOfficeFor-Rent ResidentialFor-Sale ResidentialShort-term Opportunity
LimitedoversuppliedOpportunistichigh Strongvacancy low, Limitedmarket for Longer-term
Short-Term Opportunity
vacancies, yet limited limited new productattached for-sale in weakOpportunity
new product
Moderateopportunity Strongerneed to Strongchallenged by Strongerwith the Demand Potential to
Longer-Term Opportunity
to consolidate existingcreate locationsite availabilitycorrect site2030
120,000 to 220,000 sf300,000 to 435,000 sf469 to 1,209 units560 to 885 unitsNumber of Projects
Demand Potential to 2030
1 to 2 centers6 to 9 50,000 sf buildings2 to 5 projects6 to 9 projectsKey Tenants/ Buyers
Number of Projects
Lifestyle, destinationProfessional services, Young professionals, Young professionals,
Key Tenants/Buyers
Finance, Insurance, Real students, empty nesters, empty nesters, retirees
Estate sectorsretirees
office supplies, and restaurants. These types of stores would re
Retail
strong location that functions as a destination to bring shopper
farther locations.
There is a limited short-term opportunity for retail in the stud
While vacancies have begun to decrease, they are still too high
The core retail strategy is to consolidate retail into nodes at
new construction except at the most ideal locations. Rents have
intersections. The high traffic counts in the corridor bode well
yet to begin to recover from their lows. In addition, the local
key intersections. This will allow the strongest retail location
is currently oversupplied in nearly every category of retail sho
and command higher rents, while allowing marginal retail locatio
Potential retail gaps/leakage in the entire County (not just the
transition into more appropriate land uses. There is also an opp
that could be appropriate in the corridor include the following:
to create better destinations and mixed-use projects within the
furnishings, building and garden supply, clothing stores, book s
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Likely, projects would be mixed horizontally (e.g., on the same corridor were constructed prior to 2001, creating an opportunity
but not stacked over each other) rather than vertically (e.g., rproduct.
over retail). The right site would be necessary to create this t
development, but there is market demand for it. Table 6 outlinesAs with the other land uses, the correct site needs to be locate
retail strengths and weaknesses in the corridor.the development of rental apartments. They would likely be walk-
garden-style apartments, but there may be the opportunity to dev
higher-density product, such as apartments that wrap around inte
structured parking (the Texas donut), on a parcel that has bot
and situational advantages from the perspective of an apartment
The market for office in the corridor, as with many places in th
developer. In addition, apartments would be a good use in a mixe
currently weak, except for opportunistic projects. Office vacanc
use project. They would likely be integrated into the project wi
very high, and the space in the corridor is typically outdated.
walking connections, but without a vertical integration of land
there is currently over one million square feet of vacant office
strengths and challenges of rental apartments are laid out in mo
the North Pinellas Submarket. All office buildings in the corrid
in Table 8.
under 150,000 square feet, with an average size of 50,000 square
In addition, the corridor is perceived as a retail location, and
For-Sale Residential
may be harder to attract office tenants to the area.
While there is quite a significant amount of vacant space in theThe short-term economic conditions for both attached and detache
market, not all of the space is competitive in the current markefor-sale residential have depressed demand, but long-term demand
There is potential for redevelopment and the opportunity to creafundamentals are strong within the corridor. The area has a lot
new buildings, if the new space better meets tenant preferences.housing, and is well-located relative to services and employment
strongest first opportunity is to focus on the types of businesscores. In order to sell residential within the corridor, it woul
currently located in the corridor (e.g., services, finance, insutargeted to primary home buyers and be a value alternative to ne
estate, health care), and build upon those. There is also an oppmore expensive product in Clearwater Beach or in downtown Tampa
create a mixed-use environment with the correct project. Table 7(the majority of attached product in study area sold for under $
office strengths and challenges in the corridor.in 2011). The target audience for a project within the corridor
likely be a mixture of empty nesters and retirees as well as pro
For-Rent Residential
working in the area. The specific product for for-sale residenti
would depend upon the identified site, but would likely include
type of attached product such as townhomes, plex products, and
The demand in the area is strong for rental product. There are l
condominiums. The strengths and challenges associated with for-s
vacancies, and apartment developers throughout Florida and the n
residential are listed in Table 9.
are looking for locations to construct new apartments. The highe
in the area average $1.32 per square foot for product on the wat
enough to justify new construction. Overall rents average over $
per square foot, still very strong. In addition, all of the apar
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Table 6. Retail Strengths & ChallengesTable 8. For-Rent Residential Strengths & Challenges
STRENGTHSCHALLENGESSTRENGTHSCHALLENGES
High traffic counts in the corridorVisibilitylack of signage for retailers Great access to employment cores Most of the study area is not
certain points have between 75,000 given new limited-access roadachieving a high dollar/sf
to 100,000 traffic counts daily
Well executed projects achieve a 30+ Finding a piece of land large enough
Large population baseover 100,000 Uncertainty associated with US 19 percent premium over the average in to allow a developer to create a good
households within a five-mile radius construction and transition to limited-the areasize project (250+/- units)
from US 19 and SR 580access
Despite some existing product
Existing reputation as a strong retail Lack of connection of retail to vacancy, the corridor has a high
corridor surrounding neighborhoodsnumber of renters due to its superior
access and could capture turnover
Vacated spots available to fill and the Oversupply of the marketwith a
from inside the corridor and
chance to consolidate retail into hubs strong retail base, risk of oversupply
elsewhere in the MSA
increases and new retailers need to
be strategicDraw from both workforce population
and 55+ population depending on
Outdated centers with high vacancy
product type positioning
drag down rents
Table 9. For-Sale Residential Strengths & Challenges
STRENGTHSCHALLENGESSTRENGTHSCHALLENGES
Increasing employment across Vacancy rates have a long way to An increasing 55+ population in The market collapse brought prices
key industries and good regional goaverage office vacancy is almost the Tampa MSA and the county and significantly down and recovery is
access to potential employees and 30% in the corridor strong in-migration patterns coming to this area slowly
businesses
Little new condo/townhome Currently competing with areas
Despite decreasing rents and Land prices and achievable rents in inventory in the study area or that are higher-end or have less
increasing vacancies post-2007, submarket make delivery of office surrounding area construction
both stabilized in 2010-2011 and are space difficult
Conversions of prime for-rent space Numerous mobile home parks and
projected to improve through 2016
possible once the area experiences older retail creates a perception of
High level of services and retail space Parking requirements of tenants greater recovery lower quality
helps increase office desirability, versus available spacetenants often
although hard to access desire more spaces than available
with the older buildings
Great proximity and connectivity to Competing with new office cores in
existing office cores greenfield locations
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PLANNING CONTEXT
Over the past few years, with the changing market conditions andsection provides background information regarding existing condi
roadway reconfiguration, the US 19 corridor has evolved. Stretchthat affect the future of the corridor organized and is organize
for 8.4 miles between the city limits at Belleair Boulevard and following broad categories.
of Curlew Road, the study area also includes areas along Gulf to
Boulevard and Drew Street between US 19 and McMullen Booth Road
Land Use & Development;
shown in Figure 13. While most of the US 19 corridor study area
Character & Identity
the City of Clearwater, some parcels are located within unincorp
Parks, Trails & Open Space;
Pinellas County.
Planning & Policy Context; and
Mobility.
To understand the existing nature of the corridor and the policy
regulatory framework, this section of the US 19 Plan provides th
All maps referenced in this section can be found in Appendix A (
planning and development context for the plans study area. Thi
Context Maps) at the end of this plan.
Figure 13. US 19 Study Area
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Tan
Grantwood Ave
Tangle
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Sky Harbor
Evans Dr
County Road 90
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Albemarle Rd
Belle Haven Dr
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Ragland Ave
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Existing Land Uses
1. LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT
The study area includes over 6,800 acres of land divided into 18
The following section documents existing land uses in the study
individual parcels. As shown in Table 10 and Map 1 (Existing Lan
and provides a closer look at conditions with the potential to i
Use), residential uses account for almost 60 percent of land use
future land use and redevelopment.
the study area and commercial and office uses account for a litt
18 percent. In general, parcels fronting directly on US 19 are i
form of commercial or office use and parcels just off the corrid
Table 10. US 19 Study Area Existing Land Use
residential use. Exceptions to this general pattern include mult
Existing Land UseAcresPercent
apartment and mobile home park projects fronting directly on US
and a number of smaller parcels with commercial and office uses
Agricultural19.20.28%
cross streets like Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Drew Street, Sunset Po
Commercial945.513.79%
Enterprise Road, Countryside Boulevard, and SR 580.
Golf Course155.52.27%
Industrial95.61.39%
Existing land uses were determined using parcel-based data avail
from the Pinellas County Property Appraisers Office (PCPAO). To
Institutional455.76.65%
create the land use map and tables, Florida Department of Revenu
Miscellaneous (utilities, drainage, etc.)323.04.71%
(DOR) codes assigned by the PCPAO were evaluated, consolidated i
Office300.54.38%
seventeen general use categories, and used as the basis for repo
Residential
general land use by parcel. Parcels held in common ownership, su
those controlled by homeowner associations, were categorized to
48.10.70%
Duplex, Triplex, Fourplex
the use category of the larger properties to which they are asso
1,351.419.71%
Mobile Home Community (subdivision,
For example, open space controlled by a homeowner association in
condominium)*
townhome development was categorized as Town House rather than
157.22.29%
Mobile Home Park**
Parks and Recreation.
957.413.96%
Multi-Family (apartments, condominiums)
Intensity, Value & Age
0.80.01%
Other (boarding houses, assisted living facilities)
1,299.818.96%
Single-Family Detached
For a subset of sites in the study area, evaluations were conduc
176.32.57%
Town House
explore levels of utilization and propensity to change. Factors
Parks & Recreation303.34.42%
development intensity, land and building value, and age of const
were used to identify areas with the greatest likelihood to expe
Vacant267.53.90%
change in land use or development form.
TOTAL6,856.8100.00%
*Mobile Home Community includes mobile homes on individual lots
** Mobile Home Park includes for-rent mobile homes on parcels in
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This evaluation of utilization and development potential was conAlthough utilization rates are generally low, the analysis does
for an area called the Corridor Development Area, shown in Mappockets where intensities are higher than average. As shown on M
(Corridor Development Area). The area includes vacant parcels an3 (Corridor Redevelopment Area - Development Intensity), the hig
those in commercial, office, industrial, institutional, mobile hdevelopment intensities are concentrated in close proximity to t
multi-family apartments, and miscellaneous uses located immediatcrossroads at Countryside Boulevard, Gulf to Bay Boulevard, and
adjacent to US 19 and along cross streets with existing or propoStreet. The property with the highest intensity along the corrid
US 19 overpasses. Generally, single-family residential neighborhFAR, is also one of the only office buildings served by structur
mobile home communities, and multi-family condominiums located Plymouth Plaza on US 19 near Countryside Boulevard. Hotels are a
directly along US 19 were excluded from the analysis due to theirelatively high-intensity land use. Both the Holiday Inn Express
potential for redevelopment. The area does, however, include a fto Bay Boulevard (0.75 FAR or 42 units per acre) and the Quality
isolated parcels between McMullen Booth Road, Drew Street, Gulf Druid Road (0.63 FAR or 53 units per acre) are constructed at re
Boulevard, and US 19 with low-density residential uses, mobile hhigh intensities.
communities, and mobile home parks.
MARKET VALUE
DEVELOPMENT INTENSITY
Assessing appraised value on a per-square-foot basis is another
The development intensity of parcels was calculated to indicate to evaluate the relative performance of individual projects alon
levels of utilization. Usually, areas with low levels of utilizathe corridor. Using PCPAO parcel data, the market value of parce
considered to have a higher potential to redevelop and those witwas analyzed by calculating the value per-parcel-square-footage
higher levels of utilization are considered less likely to expercommercial, office, industrial, apartments, institutional, and m
redevelopment pressure. Development intensities were determined home park uses. A consolidated market value per-parcel-square-fo
calculating the floor area ratio (FAR) for parcels in commercialwas calculated for condominium office developments and larger re
industrial, institutional, and multi-family use. For condominiumdevelopments with multiple parcels.
developments and larger retail developments with multiple parcel
consolidated FARs were calculated.As shown in Map 4 (Corridor Redevelopment Area - Market Value),
parcels with the highest value per-square-foot include the Harbo
On average, development intensities along the corridor are relatoffice building at Belleair Road ($72/square foot), Countryside
low, falling between 0.20 and 0.30 FAR. Such intensities are gensquare foot), a vacant commercial building on Belleair Road ($45
lower than those permitted under the existing future land use foot), the Holiday Inn Express at Gulf to Bay Boulevard ($43/squ
categories but consistent with intensities found along commerciaand the Drew Corner Plaza ($41/square foot). Lower per-square-fo
arterials throughout the Tampa Bay region. Typical suburban formvalue parcels tended to be clustered in locations between the ma
development like automotive dealerships, shopping centers, in-licross streets. These sites included older retail strip centers,
centers, and stand-alone commercial buildings on pad sites tend parks, and auto dealerships.
into the lower-intensity categories due in part to parking requi
and conventional development practices favoring single-story, si
use forms of development served by surface parking.
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Figure 14. Low Intensity Development Along US 19 at Sunset Point LOW MARKET VALUE & INTENSITY
Parcels were also evaluated to determine which have both low mar
value and low development intensity. Generally, these parcels ar
considered as having a high potential for redevelopment. As show
Map 5 (Corridor Redevelopment Area - Low Market Value & Intensit
low value (under $10/square foot) and low development intensity
than 0.2 FAR) parcels are located throughout the corridor and in
numerous auto dealerships, strip commercial buildings, vacant ou
parcel buildings, and one-story office buildings. Other low valu
intensity parcels include Bayview Gardens and a large multi-fami
south of Gulf to Bay Boulevard, an RV park on Bayview Avenue, an
office buildings near Countryside Centre shopping plaza.
BUILDING VALUE PERCENT OF TOTAL PROPERTY VALUE
To further assess patterns of investment and potential for
redevelopment, improvement values for parcels were calculated as
percent of total property value. This analysis resulted in a map
areas with higher and lower levels of investment represented by
values relative to land values.
Areas with building values representing a high proportion of tot
parcel value include Countryside Mall and the surrounding office
retail parcels, multi-family and office developments along Drew
and Park Place Boulevard, Bright House Field ballpark, First Bap
Church of Clearwater on McMullen Booth Road, and the Harbourside
office building at Belleair Road. Parcels where the land value i
higher percentage of the total parcel value include auto dealers
strip commercial buildings, mobile home parks, vacant out-parcel
buildings, and one-story office buildings, as shown on Map 6 (Co
Redevelopment Area - Building Value Percent of Total Property Va
YEAR BUILT
Age of building construction is another factor influencing a pro
competitive position and probability of redevelopment. As shown
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Figure 15. Bayview Gardens Redevelopment Site
Map 7 (Year Built), recent construction along the corridor is coquality tenants and remaining locally- and regionally-competitiv
in a few locations. During the 1990s, a number of buildings nearprove difficult. These older properties may also become candidat
intersection of Gulf to Bay Boulevard and US 19 were constructedredevelopment, thus creating opportunities to improve the corrid
including the large multi-family and office projects along Park attractiveness, address connectivity and circulation challenges,
Boulevard and Sams Club. More recent investments include the strengthen the competitive position of destinations.
redevelopment of Clearwater Mall, the theater and restaurant add
at Countryside Mall, the condominiums east of the corridor off B
(Development intensities and values were evaluated based on data
Road, and Bright House Field ballpark and training facilities.
collected and reported by the PCPAO, and consequently, may not r
development intensities and values reported by the City or other
As the map also indicates, a great number of buildings along the
example, development intensity for overnight accommodations and
corridor were constructed in the 1970s and 1980s, including a fe
family residential uses is regulated by number of units, so FAR
corridors larger projects like Cypress Point shopping center, C
used to report intensity for hotels and apartments, and commerci
Centre, and several office buildings along McCormick Road. Witho
estate entities may rely on other data when reporting building a
significant reinvestment or major changes in these older propert
value. In addition, factors such as right-of-way acquisitions al
such as the recent additions to 1970s era Countryside Mall, attr
subdivision activities may change how intensities are reported o
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of development with building frontages set back from streets beh
2. CHARACTER & IDENTITY
multiple bays of parking and stand alone buildings on out-parcel
pad sites.
The corridors character and the way it is viewed by local resid
and visitors is strongly influenced by a number of related facto
In the areas located between the regional and local shopping
architectural design and form of buildings influences how places
destinations, the character of development is driven partially b
perceived. The identity and perception of a place is also influe
size. Over time, the subdivision of commercial sites along US 19
by: the relationship among buildings; the size of parcels; the d
resulted in a fragmented pattern of smaller sites with individua
and placement of parking; the quality of streets, streetscapes,
centers, retail buildings, and small offices interspersed among
landscapes; and the quality of connections between destinations.
housing auto dealerships, mobile home parks, and low-rise apartm
complexes. On average, sites in the in-between areas are smaller
Although the character of areas along US 19 changes from place t
those found at the cross streets, but suburban building forms an
as discussed below, most areas were developed following conventi
configurations predominate.
suburban models. Typical projects along the corridor include sin
low-rise buildings set back behind simple landscape strips and o
The suburban character of the corridor, the result of both marke
more bays of parking. Architectural and landscape design treatme
and development codes in effect in the 1970s and 1980s, may limi
are typical of suburban locations throughout the region, streets
redevelopment potential, especially in areas with relatively sma
and public space improvements to support pedestrian and transit
sizes, fragmented ownership, and that lack an interconnected net
are minimal or non-existent, and individual projects usually are
of local streets. In these more challenged areas, the form and p
connected to adjacent projects or nearby neighborhoods.
development may limit the potential of owners to adapt to changi
market conditions and attract investment as access and circulati
The corridors major retail clusters at Countryside Boulevard an
patterns change along US 19.
Bay Boulevard serve as regional shopping destinations and share
characteristics of similar suburban destinations throughout the
The current character and quality of development also makes it d
Bay region. Building types include large-format retail buildings
to distinguish between subdistricts and destinations within the
retail strips, and stand-alone retail and office buildings on ou
area. Due to the absence of gateway treatments signaling entry t
and individual sites. Although both multi-family residential and
the City and subdistricts, the generic quality of many landscape
uses are in close proximity to retail and restaurants, deep buil
architectural designs, and the lack of investment in streetscape
setbacks, the lack of a local street grid, and limited streetsca
public spaces, the corridors image is indistinguishable from ot
pedestrian amenities make walking from place to place an impract
suburban corridors in the region. The lack of a unique or compel
alternative to driving. The corridors neighborhood-serving shop
brand for the Clearwater sections of US 19 may limit the City
destinations at Curlew Road, Sunset Point Road, and NE Coachman
to attract investment and promote the corridor as a regional des
Road also function primarily as auto-oriented destinations. Buil
and attractive market development.
these locations also follow conventional suburban forms and patt
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Figure 17.
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Figure 18. Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex & Bright House Field
3.PARKS, TRAILS & OPEN SPACE
The following section of the reports provides information regard
parks and recreation facilities, natural resources, open spaces,
wildlife habitat within and adjacent to the study area.
Parks, Recreation Facilities & Trails
Several existing public parks and recreation facilities are loca
close proximity to the corridor. The following facilities are sh
8 (Parks, Recreation Facilities & Trails):
Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex (Drew Street/McMullen Booth
Road);
Kapok Park (Glen Oak Avenue);
Cliff Stevens Park (Fairwood Avenue);
Wood Valley Park (Park Trail Lane);
Figure 19. Progress Energy Trail Pedestrian Bridge at US 19
Moccasin Lake Nature Park (Park Trail Lane);
Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex (Drew Street);
Lake Chautauqua Park (Landmark Drive);
Enterprise Dog Park (Enterprise Road);
Countryside Recreation Center/Park (Sabal Springs Drive);
Countryside Sports Complex (McMullen Booth Road); and
Forest Run Park (Landmark Drive).
The area is also served by multiple, existing City and County tr
bike lanes, including the east-west Ream Wilson Trail and segmen
the north-south Progress Energy Trail running parallel to US 19.
of the Progress Energy Trail are complete between the Ream Wilso
and Belleair Road and a pedestrian overpass has been constructed
US 19. Additional segments of the Progress Energy Trail and exte
to other existing trails, new trails, or bike lanes are planned
study area, but are awaiting funding sources.
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Bald Eagle Nesting Territories - Known bald eagle nesting spots
Wetlands
located along US 19 between Harn Boulevard and Belleair Road.
Pockets of wetlands are located throughout the study area, conce
Flood Hazard Areas
primarily in areas with low elevation and within the floodplain.
includes areas along Alligator Creek and near Lake Chautauqua. T
As defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
City of Clearwaters Preservation zoning district includes desig
under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), there are sev
environmentally sensitive wetlands, including those subject to F
Special Flood Hazard Areas within the US 19 Corridor. Shown on M
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Southwest
(Flood Hazard Areas), this includes areas along Old Tampa Bay, A
Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) jurisdictional wetlan
Creek, Lake Chautauqua, and Coopers Bayou.
requirements. Wetlands locations are shown on Map 9 (Wetlands).
Wildlife Habitats
4. PLANNING & POLICY CONTEXT
The study area also includes several Wildlife Habitats designate
the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Map
Future land use and development within the study area is address
(Wildlife Habitats) shows the following habitats and conservatio
several City plans and policy documents, most notably the
Clearwater
(), the
Comprehensive PlanComprehensive PlanEconomic Development
Hot Spots (Multiple Species Habitat) - Areas representing biolog
, and . A review of US 19-specific
Strategic PlanClearwater Greenprint
diversity, created by aggregation of predictive habitat maps for
policies and recommendations from these plans is provided below.
wading birds, important natural communities and 44 focal species
It also includes known species and community locations.
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan
Priority Wetlands Habitats - Representing wetland species hot
spot data set created by aggregating predictive habitat maps fo
The Future Land Use element of the offers guidance
Comprehensive Plan
35 listed wetland-dependent taxa.
on the preferred character, pattern, scale, and density/intensit
Strategic Habitat Conservation Areas - Representing areas
development within the City limits. The element includes text an
important to flora, fauna, and natural communities based on
describing future land uses by category and location, and define
known occurrence information and recent land use/land cover
citywide design structure that serves as a guide for development
maps. Also includes proposed lands for conservation management
land use decision-making.
that are necessary to protect viable populations of 44 focal wil
FUTURE LAND USE PLAN CLASSIFICATIONS
species and other analyzed elements of biological diversity that
include rare plants, rare biological communities, and wetlands
The Future Land Use plan classifications shown in the
Comprehensive
important for wading birds. Located along Alligator Creek in Cli
identify general land uses, maximum densities and intensities
Plan
Stevens Park and Kapok Park and adjacent areas.
of development, and zoning districts in the City. Future land us
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classifications for parcels in unincorporated Pinellas County arResidential/Office Limited (11 acres) accounting for the balance
designated by the with commercial, industrial, and mixed use classifications.
Pinellas County Comprehensive Plan.
Future Land Use in the study area is shown on Map 12 (Future LanAs shown in Table 11, maximum development intensities in these
The provides for a wide range of land uses fronting categories range from 0.65 FAR for the Industrial Limited classi
Comprehensive Plan
US 19, with plan classifications allowing for commercial, industto 0.40 FAR allowed in Residential/Office/Retail and Residential
and mixed land uses on the vast majority of sites. The CommerciaLimited mixed use classifications. The maximum residential densi
General classification is applied to the greatest area (633 acreranges from 7.5 dwelling units per acre in Residential/Office Li
Residential/Office/Retail (176 acres), Residential/Office Genera24 units per acre in Commercial General. For overnight accommoda
acres), Commercial Limited (70 acres), Industrial Limited (47 acpermitted in several of the classifications, the allowable units
ranges from a maximum of 30 units per acre in Residential/Office
Plan ClassificationPrimary Uses per Plan CategoryMin. and Max. Intensity Consistent Zoning Districts
7.5 Dwelling Units/Acre; FAR 0.40Office (O); Low Medium Density
Residential/Office Limited (R/OL)Low Density
Residential (LMDR)
Residential/Office General (R/OG)Medium Density Residential/Office15 Dwelling Units/Acre; FAR 0.50Office (O); Medium Density
Residential (MDR)
18 Dwelling Units/Acre; FAR 0.40
Residential; Residential Equivalent; Office;
Office (O); Commercial (C); Medium
Residential/Office/Retail (R/O/R)Retail; Overnight Accommodations; Personal/
30 Overnight Accommodations
Density Residential (MDR)
Business Services
Units/Acre; FAR 0.40
Commercial Limited (CL)Office; Retail; Overnight Accommodations; 18 Dwelling Units/Acre; FAR 0.45Commercial (C); Office (O)
Personal Services
30 Overnight Accommodations
Units/Acre; FAR 0.45
24 Dwelling Units/Acre; FAR 0.55
Office; Retail; Personal Services; Overnight
Commercial General (CG)Commercial (C); Office (O)
40 Overnight Accommodations
Accommodations; Wholesale; Warehouse
Units/Acre; FAR 0.55
Industrial Limited (IL)Light Manufacturing; Overnight FAR 0.65Industrial, Research and Technology
Accommodations; Research/Development; (IRT)
50 Overnight Accommodations
Wholesale; Warehouse
Units/Acre; FAR 0.65 (Base)*
75 Overnight Accommodations
Units/Acre; FAR 0.65 (Alternative)*
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Retail and Commercial Limited to 75 units per acre (through the
Figure 20. Citywide Design Structure Map
Development Plan requirements in the ) in
Countywide Plan Rules
Industrial Limited.
In between the major cross roads, residential and recreation/ope
space plan classifications are applied to a few locations, but a
for a relatively small percentage of the total number of sites f
directly on US 19. Off the corridor, plan classifications includ
of residential categories, from Residential High and Medium to l
density categories applied to existing single-family neighborhoo
CITYWIDE DESIGN STRUCTURE
As part of the , the City of Clearwater established
Comprehensive Plan
a Citywide Design Structure comprised of a hierarchy of places a
linkages, as shown in Figure 20. This design structure serves as
to development and land use decisions and provides policy guidan
regarding the future of destinations. The following places and c
in the study area have been designated as part of this design st
Activity Center (Countryside Mall, Clearwater Mall) - High-inten
high-density multi-use areas designated as appropriate for
intensive growth and routinely provide service to a significant
number of citizens of more than one county. Activity Centers are
proximate and accessible to interstate or major arterial roadway
and are composed of multiple destination points, landmarks, and
neighborhood centers and character features.
Destination Point (Bright House Field, Eddie C. Moore Softball
Complex, St. Petersburg College-Clearwater Campus and
surrounding area) - Active, man-made features that create
community-wide interest in an area and draw people to them.
Multi-Neighborhood Shopping Center (Sunset Point Plaza and
Walmart Shopping Area) - Commercial establishments that serve
more than one neighborhood and these can be pedestrian friendly
or automobile oriented.
City of Clearwater - 2008
Comprehensive Plan
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Landmarks (Natural Landmarks: Moccasin Lake Nature Park, Scenic Corridors (Primary Corridors include Gulf to Bay Boulevar
Countryside Country Club, Lake Chautauqua and Chautauqua Park and US 19; Secondary Corridors include Belleair Road, Countrysid
South)- Passive natural or man-made features that are prominent Boulevard, Curlew Road, Drew Street, Enterprise Road, Nursery
or well-known objects in a particular landscape, as well as featRoad, Old Coachman Road, SR 590, and Sunset Point Road) -
and facilities that build pride in local residents.Corridors which have particular significance, in terms of touris
Gateways (US 19 at Belleair Road, Courtney Campbell Causeway) - economic development, or community character, and should have
Entryways to the City of Clearwater;enhanced and differentiated landscaping requirements.
Trails (existing and proposed trails discussed in the previous Preservation Corridors (Belleair Road, Harn Boulevard, and Nurse
section) - Paved bicycle/pedestrian corridors designated and Road) - Corridors or portions of corridors that need to be prese
restricted to non-motorized traffic, built to standards that profor their unique character.
a high degree of safety, efficiency and comfort for the user, wh Redevelopment Corridors (Drew Street, Gulf to Bay Boulevard,
reflecting the unique circumstances of the trails location.US 19) - Corridors or portions of corridors that need a characte
change or restoration to a better condition.
Plan ClassificationPrimary Uses per Plan CategoryMin. and Max. Intensity *Consistent Zoning Districts
Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
FAR 3.0-10.0 (40-100 Dwelling Units Per Acre) within 1/8 mile
radius of the transit station
Transit Station Area Type I: Residential; Office; Retail; Transit Oriented
Urban Center DowntownInstitutional; Public/Semi-PublicDevelopment**
FAR 1.5-7.0 (40-100 Dwelling Units Per Acre) between 1/8 mile
radius of the transit station and the station area boundary
Transit Station Area Type II: Residential; Office; Retail; FAR 0.5-5.0 (30-50 Dwelling Units Per Acre)Transit Oriented
Suburban CenterInstitutional; Public/Semi-PublicDevelopment**
Transit Station Area Type III: Residential; Office; Retail; Transit Oriented
FAR 0.5-3.0 (10-20 Dwelling Units Per Acre)
Neighborhood CenterInstitutional; Public/Semi-PublicDevelopment**
Transit Station Area Type IV: Residential; Office; Retail; FAR 0.5-2.0 (10-20 Dwelling Units Per Acre) Transit Oriented
Complete Street CorridorInstitutional; Public/Semi-PublicDevelopment**
*The Transit Oriented Development (TOD) categories are assigned
of residential and non-residential square footage. If a developm
specified for each TOD category. Development intensity shall be
to lower intensities with increasing distance from the center.
** The general term for the zoning district Transit Oriented De
developed, at which time the zoning district will be specific to
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rail or fixed guideway system as established in the Pinellas Cou
Metropolitan Planning Organization (Pinellas MPO)
2035 Long Range
In 2010, the City amended the to include policies for
Comprehensive Plan
(LRTP). Specific station locations and typologies will
Transportation Plan
transit-oriented development (TOD). These policies are based on
be determined at the conclusion of the Pinellas Alternatives Ana
Bay Area Regional Transportation Authority (TBARTA) guiding prin
(AA). According to PPC , TOD plan classifications
Countywide Plan Rules
and Pinellas Planning Council (PPC) Countywide Future Land Use P
can be used for two types of transit corridors: Primary Transit
Categories and . Table 12 provides an overview
Countywide Plan Rules
are defined as the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) adopted b
of the Citys new plan classification categories for TOD includi
Pinellas MPO LRTP and Secondary Transit Corridors are those desi
intensity standards, and consistent zoning districts.
by the Pinellas MPO (BRT
Countywide Bus Rapid Transit Concept Plan
Concept Plan) prepared in March 2009 or the Pinellas Suncoast Tr
According to the Citys policy A.6.10.1, these TOD
Comprehensive Plan
Authority (PSTA)
Transit Development Plan Major Update FY 2011-2020
categories will guide planning for transit stations that are par
(TDP). The City can amend the to include transit
Comprehensive Plan
station area planning for Secondary Corridors, including US 19.
Figure 21. Pinellas County Secondary Transit Corridors
Zoning
DECUBELLIS
MAIN ST
New Port Richey
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority
MOOG
Transit Development Plan
Land development and zoning within the study area is controlled
MITCHELL BLVD
FY 2011 - FY 2020
ANCLOTE BLVD
Tarpon Springs
City of Clearwater for parcels within the
Community Development Code
City limits or the Pinellas County Land Development Code for par
within unincorporated Pinellas County.
Palm Harbor
Oldsmar
Dunedin
As shown in Map 13 (City of Clearwater Zoning), the majority of
Countryside
E HILLSBOROUGH AVE
Downtown
Clearwater
Clearwater parcels within the study area, with direct frontage o
Clearwater
Beach
Clearwater Mall
or Gulf to Bay Boulevard, are within the Citys Commercial (C) Z
Downtown
St. Pete/
Largo
Clearwater Airport
Gateway
District. Other City zoning districts within the study area incl
Largo
118TH AVE N
Mall
Pinellas
Indian
Park
Rocks
Shoppes at
Park Place
Redington
High Density Residential (HDR);
Shores
Tyrone
Square
Madeira 22ND AVE N
13TH AVE N
BeachCentral Ave
Industrial (IRT);
5TH AVE N
Downtown St. Petersburg
CENTRAL AVE
1ST AVE S
Treasure
Island
Institutional (I);
St. Petersburg
Map 7-3:
College
PSTA
St. Pete Beach
Premium Bus Network
Medium Density Residential (MDR);
Concept Plan
Legend
Medium High Density Residential (MHDR);
Regional Activity Center
Commercial Activity Center
Mobile Home Park (MHP);
Community/City
Premium Bus Service
2021
Office (O);
Miles
Open Space & Recreation (OSR);
Left: Pinellas County Bus Network Concept Preliminary Implementa
Preservation (P); and
US 19 Corridor. Right: PSTA Premium Bus Network Concept Plan.
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For unincorporated portions of the study area located north of Saspects of the current zoning such as height restrictions and ex
Main Street, land development and zoning are controlled by the Pcommercial retail development pattern need to be addressed. The
County The primary County zoning district for plan recommends the creation of a fixed overlay district to enco
Land Development Code.
parcels directly on US 19 is Commercial Parkway (CP-1 or CP-2). redevelopment and infill along the US 19 corridor. Specific acti
of industrial parcels are within the Light Manufacturing and Indoutlined as part of this strategy include:
1) district and mobile home residential parcels are within the R
Mobile Home Parks and Subdivisions (R-6) or Rural Residential (R
Establish a new overlay district to encourage new Class A office
districts.
developments along US 19;
Consider applying the employment center overlay to the areas
Economic Development Strategic Plan
between Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Drew Street appropriate for
higher intensity commercial office development;
In August 2011, the City approved the
Economic Development Strategic
Utilize the overlay district to encourage commercial office
to evaluate the economic challenges facing Clearwater, evaluate
Plan
development on sites currently occupied by strip center retail,
opportunities, and establish guiding principles, goals, and prio
parks, and mobile home parks; and
strategies to best position the City for future investment. One
Collaborate with neighboring jurisdictions on commissioning a US
Citys goals is to encourage the development of sites and build
19 corridor study.
needed to accommodate higher intensity employment opportunities.
Since two-thirds of the Citys property tax base is from residen
Clearwater Greenprint
development, the City understands the importance of encouraging
employment uses to help diversify the tax base and ensure long-t
Prepared as the communitys sustainability plan,
Clearwater Greenprint
vitality. Promoting higher intensity employment uses will be dif
identifies a series of tangible actions across eight topic areas
given increased regional competition, the existing stock of comm
the potential to reduce energy consumption, pollution and greenh
and industrial buildings in Clearwater, and lack of available gr
gas (GHG) emissions, while stimulating the local economy and imp
sites, but adjustments to the Citys land development policies a
the quality of life. Approved in December 2011, the plan was dev
regulations could set the stage to attract target industries and
by the City of Clearwater with grant funding from the US Departm
income jobs.
of Energy. As the framework plan to guide local government, resi
and business actions, the plans recommended strategies provide
To accomplish this goal, the
Economic Development Strategic Plan
foundation for addressing sustainability issues for the next 25
included a policy to establish an employment center overlay to
encourage higher-wage employment in strategic locations. The p
includes measurable, achievable strategies that
Clearwater Greenprint
references the US 19 and Gulf to Bay Boulevard corridors as logi
the City and local residents can take to help accomplish major g
for the creation of a regional employment center given their acc
such as lessening the amount of GHG emissions, making buildings
existing professional office developments. However, existing bar
and transportation systems more energy-efficient, expanding mobi
to the creation of an employment district in this area, includin
choices, maintaining a healthy economy, creating green jobs, r
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waste generated by residents and businesses, and encouraging locCorridor and the areas around the Countryside Mall and
grown foods. Some of the strategies will result
Clearwater Greenprint
Clearwater Mall as an Energy Conservation Area.
in policy changes to the Citys and Community
Comprehensive Plan
Update the to establish policies
Community Development Code
Development Code, and many of the strategies directly relate to
and regulations for these areas related to permitted uses for
and the area surrounding it.
localized energy production (i.e., solar installations), food
production, landscape requirements, transportation facilities,
According to the , the ability to easily and
Clearwater Greenprint
site lighting, and parking requirements. The City will consider
affordably travel within the City using multiple forms of transp
creating a zoning district overlay with additional site developm
essential to a healthy local and regional economy. Transportati
standards, density and intensity requirements, energy-efficiency
important consideration in the effort to create a sustainable ci
and conservation measures for new construction and substantial
of the major thoroughfares in the City with many important desti
renovation, parking requirements, and level of service standards
transportation-related strategies that directly relate to US 19
for sidewalks, bicycle facilities and transit.
Continue to provide for mixed-use development in livable,
Adoption of a Complete Streets policy that establishes transit,
transit-oriented neighborhoods in the and
Comprehensive Plan
walking, and biking as priority policies;
; and
Community Development Code
Continue to support the improvement and expansion of the PSTA
Build on TOD policies in and provide clear
Comprehensive Plan
system; and
design standards for TOD in station areas and transit service
Continue to plan for and implement congestion management
corridors.
activities and other improvements to increase the operational
efficiency of the transportation system.
Other land use and urban form strategies directly related to the
plan include:
identifies commercial corridors and existing
Clearwater Greenprint
activity centers among the best opportunity locations to accommo
Transform vacant and other underutilized properties from
new growth. The study area includes many of the Citys primary
liabilities to assets that provide long-term economic, social, a
commercial corridors and activity centers. To accomplish anticip
environmental benefits;
growth and redevelopment in the study area and other similar are
Create policies and strategies to improve the citywide balance
in the City, one of the land use and urban form-related strategi
of housing to jobs and encourage the development of housing
identified in the plan calls for the development of incentives f
to enable residents to remain in the city as their housing needs
efficient infill development and redevelopment in activity cente
commercial corridors. This could be accomplished by completing t
change; and
following specific actions:
Increase the amount of urban greenspace, natural areas, and tree
canopy through planting, preservation, community education, and
Update the to define the US 19 from
Comprehensive Plan
outreach programs.
Countryside Boulevard to Belleair Road as an Energy Conservation
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section provides a review of existing and planned vehicle connec
5.MOBILITY
the condition of existing public rights-of-ways, bicycle and ped
accommodations, and the existing and plan transit network.
While the redesign of US 19 over the next few years will bring i
Vehicle Access & Circulation
regional access to many locations along the corridor, residents,
businesses, and property owners within the study area are faced
numerous challenges associated with ongoing construction and
As shown in Map 14 (Vehicle Access & Circulation), besides US 19
changing access and circulation patterns.
are 23 roadways that are functionally classified as minor collec
or higher-level facilities within the study area. Currently,19 o
This redesign will create access challenges, especially for in-
roadways intersect or cross US 19. The eventual redesign of the
properties on US 19 that are not located at a major crossing poi
highway will eliminate many of the east-west connections across
The existing street network adjacent to US 19 is fragmented and
Once completed, east-west connections across US 19 will continue
there is poor connectivity between parcels. Additional challenge
Curlew Road, SR 580/Main Street, Countryside Boulevard, Sunset P
include minimal existing accommodations for bicycle and pedestri
Road, SR 590/NE Coachman Road, Drew Street, Gulf to Bay Boulevar
movement along and across US 19, poor connections between US
Seville Boulevard, and Belleair Road. An additional u-turn is pl
19 properties and adjacent neighborhoods, and poor connections
between Curlew Road and SR 580/Main Street. Continuous frontage
between transit stops and destinations along the corridor. The f
roads are planned for the length of the corridor with a break be
Figure 22. US 19 South of Enterprise RoadFigure 23. US 19 Frontage Road
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SR 590/NE Coachman Road and Drew Street as US 19 elevates over aLevel of Service Report adopted September 14, 2011. As shown, mu
railroad crossing and Alligator Creek.of US 19 is currently operating at LOS F. Some sections that hav
been improved to partially controlled access are operating at LO
Within the study area, US 19, Gulf to Bay Boulevard, SR 580/MainTwo cross streets in the study area are currently operating at L
and McMullen Booth Road are the principal arterials that provide60/Gulf to Bay Boulevard east of US 19, and NE Coachman Road wes
regional connections. SR 590/NE Coachman Road, Sunset Point Roadof US 19), while one cross street segment is operating at LOS E
Belleair Road, and Curlew Road are minor arterials that intersecGulf to Bay Boulevard west of US 19). In addition, three cross s
US 19 and will continue to provide east-west connections within currently operating at LOS D (Belleair Road, Drew Street, and Su
City and surrounding area. Other roadways that provide east-westPoint Road, all west of US 19).
connection across the study area include several major collector
Bicycle & Pedestrian Circulation
that will continue to provide access when US 19 improvements are
complete: Old Coachman Road, Countryside Boulevard, and Drew
Street. Other major collectors that will not provide an east-wes
Bicycle and pedestrian circulation along US 19 and in the adjace
connection in the future include: Enterprise Road, Northside Dri
is challenging for several reasons as discussed below.
Druid Road, Harn Boulevard, and Nursery Road.
BARRIER TO TRAVEL
Currently, the average existing spacing of functionally classifi
US 19 is a high-speed, wide, urban freeway that presents an
roadways is approximately one-half mile, which is too sparse to
intimidating barrier to travel by foot or by bike. There are lim
the infrastructure that is typically required to support a succe
crossing opportunities, and where crossing opportunities are pro
transit-oriented development. Further, only a handful of roadway
the intersections are large and typically have heavy traffic vol
available within one-half mile to the east and west of US 19 to
the proposed ultimate configuration of US 19 as a partially cont
traffic parallel to US 19. As such, the study area is heavily re
access road, there will only be ten locations available for vehi
limited number of roadways to facilitate traffic flow within the
and pedestrian movements to cross US 19 over a 7.8-mile distance
This has resulted in wider roads with higher traffic volumes, wh
between Belleair Road and Curlew Roadan average of one crossing
not provide welcoming or efficient environments for transit serv
point every 0.9 mile. The long distances between available cross
pedestrians, or bicyclists. As traffic volumes continue to incre
points makes walking between properties on opposite sides of the
time, the small number of roadways will see a continued decrease
corridor impractical. It also makes transit usage inefficient. F
performance and worsening roadway level of service (LOS) across
pedestrian may have to ride transit in the wrong direction in
network.
reach a crossing point and then walk across to the opposite side
19 to travel on transit in the desired direction.
Road Network Level of Service (LOS)
SIDEWALKS ON MAJOR ROADWAYS
Map 15 (Road Network Existing Level of Service - 2011) shows the
While sidewalks exist along both sides of nearly all of US 19 wi
existing roadway LOS for arterial and collector level roadways b
the study area today, in the proposed ultimate configuration, th
on available traffic count data as reported in the Pinellas MPO
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Figure 24. Examples of Pedestrian Conditions Along US 19 Corrido
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majority of the sidewalks are located at the immediate back of c
BICYCLE FACILITIES
alongside the US 19 frontage roads. This is not the preferred si
Exclusive bicycle facilities are few and far between. Without bi
placement to provide a comfortable, welcoming, and safe walking
facilities, bicyclists either have to share busy travel lanes wi
environment with amenities such as shade trees and benches and a
traffic or share narrow sidewalks with pedestrians. US 19 is pro
sense of separation for pedestrians from high-speed drive lanes.
have bicycle lanes along the frontage roads along most of the co
(Existing Sidewalk Network) shows the existing coverage of sidew
However, most sections that have been completed to date do not h
within the study area. Most arterial and collector classified cr
bicycle lanes or have discontinuous facilities. Further, only th
along the US 19 corridor have sidewalks on both sides, but there
streets have bicycle lanes (Drew Street in the immediate vicinit
gaps in the sidewalk network in a number of locations on these s
US 19 interchange; Sunset Point Road both east and west of US 19
including:
Curlew Road west of US 19, although the eastbound lanes currentl
end at Fisher Road). While there are numerous off-street trails
Belleair Road, west of US 19 on the south side;
are planned to connect to and across the study area, there are o
Nursery Road, in the southwest corner of the US 19 intersection;
few completed sections today. These include portions of the Prog
Seville Boulevard, east of US 19 on both sides, except a short
Energy Extension of the Pinellas Trail, including the existing o
segment on the south side of the road;
just south of Enterprise Road, and the Ream Wilson Clearwater Tr
NE Coachman Road, in the southwest corner of the US 19
Map 8 (Parks, Recreation Facilities & Trails) shows the existing
intersection;
proposed on-street bicycle lanes and off-street trails within th
area.
Enterprise Road, south of SR 580 on both sides (the east side
has an approximate 600-foot gap, and the west side has an
Existing & Proposed Transit Network
approximate 1,300-foot gap);
Republic Drive, west of US 19 on the south side (although the ga
The study area is served by several existing PSTA bus routes wit
exists only for one parcel west of US 19);
numerous stops located along the corridor and major roadways tha
298th Avenue North, east of US 19 on both sides;
cross US 19. As shown on Map 17 (Existing & Proposed Transit Ser
CR 95, east of US 19 on both sides; and
an existing HART express bus route connecting Clearwater to Tamp
CR 39, west of US 19 on the south side beyond the first parcel.
serves the southern half of the study area with stops along the
two Park and Ride locations on Drew Street and Gulf to Bay Boule
SIDEWALKS ON LOCAL ROADWAYS
As shown on Map 16, a large percentage of local streets that con
Expanded transit service is planned for the study area. As shown
to or are located within one-half mile of US 19 are missing side
Pinellas MPO LRTP, enhanced bus service is planned for several m
they are discontinuous.
roadways within the study area, including US 19, Gulf to Bay Bou
McMullen Booth Road, SR 580/Main Street, and Curlew Road. The 20
calls for a north-south
Countywide Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Concept Plan
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Figure 25. PSTA Bus Service on US 19
regional BRT service along US 19 with several stop locations at
intersections along the corridor (Curlew Road, Countryside Boule
1st Avenue North, 3rd Avenue North, Sunset Point Road, SR590/NE
Coachman Road, Drew Street, Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Harn Boulevar
Belleair Road). Two different types of service are called for al
corridor: Limited Stop Connector south of Countryside Boulevard
Commuter Express north of Countryside Boulevard:
Limited Stop Connector. Daytime service (6:30 am to 7:30 pm)
with 20-minute peak-hour frequency and 30-minute non-peak
frequency, and
Commuter Express. Peak-hour service with 30-minute peak-hour
frequency.
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FRAMEWORK PLAN & CONCEPTS
This section of the plan describes the long-term vision and obje
1.FRAMEWORK PLAN
development and redevelopment along the US 19 corridor. The sec
includes a Framework Plan defining three types of revitalization
As shown in Figure 26, the Plan Framework Map identifies three t
Regional Centers, Neighborhood Centers, and In-Between Areasand
of revitalization areasRegional Centers, Neighborhood Centers,
series of Concept Studies illustrating development and redevelop
In-Between Areasand offers guidance regarding the appropriate
potential at key locations. Together, the Framework Plan and Con
intensity, form, and character of development for each. The are
Studies communicate important planning ideas and design principl
were defined based on a review of conditions affecting developme
and serve as a guide for decision-makers, property owners, tenan
potential, including existing land use, regional and local acces
residents.
and planned improvements for regional roadways and transit servi
Figure 26. Plan Framework Map
In-Between AreaCurlew In-Between AreaCountryside In-Between AreaSunset Point/NE Coachman Gulf to Bay/Drew In-Between AreaBelleair
Neighborhood Regional CenterNeighborhood CenterRegional CenterNeighborhood
CenterCenter
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Table 13. Framework Plan Place Types
Floor Area Dwelling
Place TypeUse MixBuilding Form & CharacterConnectivity & MobilityRatioUnits/Acre
(Max.)(Max.)
Regional Regionally-significant clusters of Urban forms of development Destinations with multiple points of 2.550
Centersmixed-used development with an with buildings placed to define access to US 19 served by enhanced
emphasis on employment-intensive pedestrian-friendly streetscapes transit service and interconnected
and transit-supportive uses.and parking in mid-block locations.networks of walkable streets and drives.
Neighborhood Centers of neighborhood activity Buildings with active ground-level Destinations with strong connections 1.550
Centerswith neighborhood-serving retail uses aligned along pedestrian-to local street networks served
and professional service, higher-friendly streetscapes. Parking and by enhanced transit service and
density residential, and office uses. auto-oriented facilities located to better connections to surrounding
the side and rear of buildings. neighborhoods.
In-Between Areas transforming from strip Buildings oriented toward US 19 Improved cross-parcel movement 1.530
Areascommercial to a wider range of with modest front setbacks to and connections to local street
land uses, with office and other accommodate landscaping and no network. Potential for circulator service
employment-intensive uses favored more than a single bay of parking. connecting these areas to Regional
over smaller-scale retail uses. Parking and auto-oriented facilities Centers, Neighborhood Centers, and
like drive-through windows located planned BRT stations.
to the side and rear of buildings.
Generally, the areas incorporate commercial and multi-family res
Regional Centers
developments fronting US 19 and major crossroads, and include
sites identified as having long-term potential for development o
The Plan Framework Map identifies two areas as Regional Centers
redevelopment. Residential single-family developments, resident
the area between SR 580 and Enterprise Drive and the area betwee
projects in condominium ownership, and larger-scale natural area
Drew Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard. These areas, with region
not identified as revitalization areas.
recognized clusters of retail destinations, emerging concentrati
of office uses, and a variety of housing types, share several im
Provided below and summarized in Table 13 is a brief description
characteristics. Each area is particularly well served by road
area along with general recommendations regarding future land us
benefits from multiple points of access to US 19, and includes s
development potential, and mobility enhancements.
large sites in single-ownership, an important factor affecting t
term potential for development and redevelopment.
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Figure 27. Regional Center Character Images
Regional Centers
As redevelopment and intensification occurs along the corridor,
Centers will take on a more urban character, with taller, mixed-
pedestrian-friendly streets and public spaces. Complete street
among destinations, and the integration of enhanced transit serv
for internal trip capture and reductions in vehicle miles travel
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These areas should be positioned as favored locations for high-i
Neighborhood Centers
office, residential, retail, institutional, and sports and enter
uses. Through increased intensities and densities, the implemen
The Plan Framework Map identifies three areas as Neighborhood
standards requiring urban forms of development, and public inves
Centersthe area at the intersection of US 19 and Belleair Road,
in streetscape and transit service, these areas have the greates
area between NE Coachman and Sunset Point Roads, and the area at
to serve as attractive, regionally-competitive, mixed-use destin
the intersection of US 19 and Curlew Road. Under the plan, thes
will continue to function as important local shopping and employ
USE MIX & INTENSITY
destinations, and through redevelopment and the incremental
improvement of existing properties, will evolve into more attrac
Regional Centers are appropriate for mixed-use development with
walkable, and connected places.
an emphasis on employment-intensive and transit-supportive uses
including office, retail, higher-density residential, and lodgin
Though not planned for the intensity of development as recommend
support revitalization and redevelopment, development intensitie
for the Regional Centers, densities and intensities in these are
to 2.5 FAR for office/commercial uses and densities of up to 50
be increased to take advantage of access to US 19, local cross s
units per acre for residential uses may be permitted.
and planned transit enhancements. These areas should be planned
for neighborhood-serving retail and professional services, for-s
BUILDING FORMS & CHARACTER
for-rent residential, and smaller office uses. Through improvem
Regional Centers are appropriate for a variety of building types
and reinvestment in existing properties, modest increases in den
taller buildings up to eight-stories located along US 19 and low
and intensities, and public investment in streetscape and transi
buildings located near adjacent residential areas. To define th
improvements, these centers can become attractive, vital centers
pedestrian realm and create a distinctive sense of place, buildi
neighborhood activity.
be placed along site and block perimeters with modest or no setb
and heights should be generally consistent along street frontage
USE MIX & INTENSITY
across streets. Surface and structured parking should be locate
Neighborhood Centers are appropriate for mixed-use development w
block and rear yard locations to avoid negative impacts on pedes
an emphasis on employment-intensive and transit-supportive uses
streets and public spaces.
as office, neighborhood-serving retail and professional services
density residential, and lodging uses. To support revitalizatio
CONNECTIVITY & MOBILITY
redevelopment objectives, development intensities of up to 1.5 F
To improve regional access, the City should continue to support
office/commercial uses and densities of up to 50 dwelling units
to improve existing transit service, complete plans for BRT serv
for residential uses may be permitted.
explore the potential for a circulator service connecting the tw
To improve connections within the centers, the City should explo
BUILDING FORMS & CHARACTER
potential to create an interconnected network of local streets,
Neighborhood Centers are appropriate for a variety of building
and pedestrian ways. Wayfinding signage should play a role in h
types with typical heights between one and four stories and slig
visitors travel to and from local destinations.
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Figure 28. Neighborhood Center Character Images
Neighborhood Centers
Areas along US 19 designated as Neighborhood Centers are planned
destinations, places for small-scale office and professional ser
gathering spaces. Street and streetscapes enhancements will be
access, connect nearby neighborhoods to destinations, and better
cyclists, and transit service.
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Figure 29. In-Between Area Character Images
The In-Between Areas
Areas along the corridor located between the Regional and Neighb
transform over time to accommodate more employment-intensive off
research and development uses and higher-density residential use
for improved connectivity and greater consistency in front setba
enhance attractiveness and improve marketability.
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taller buildings allowed with appropriate transitions to surrounlevel of direct access required for strip commercial uses is not
neighborhoods. Buildings should be placed to define streets andfor success.
spaces, with active street-level uses, including retail and rest
located along streets designed to support higher levels of pedesThe anticipated transformation from strip commercial to more
travel. Parking and auto-oriented facilities like drive-throughemployment-intensive uses in the In-Between Areas can be support
should be located to the side and rear of buildings and designedin several waysby expanding the list of permitted uses, facilit
minimize negative impacts on pedestrian movement and public spacpermitting processes, and promoting a more consistent quality an
character of development along the roadway.
CONNECTIVITY & MOBILITY
USE MIX & INTENSITY
To improve regional access, the City should continue to support
to improve existing transit service, plan for BRT service, and eSites in the In-Between Areas are appropriate for a wide range o
potential for circulator service connecting the two centers. Touses, with office and other employment-intensive uses favored ov
connections within the centers, the City should explore the potesmaller-scale retail uses. The City will explore the potential
create an interconnected network of local streets, drives, and pthe range of permitted uses by adding research, technology, labo
ways. Wayfinding signage should play a role in helping visitorsand other flex/tech use categories to the list of permitted uses
and from local destinations. targeted incentives for the incorporation of these more employme
intensive uses. To support revitalization and redevelopment,
In-Between Areas
development intensities of up to 1.5 FAR for office/commercial u
densities of up to 30 dwelling units per acre for residential us
permitted.
For areas along US 19 located between designated Regional and
Neighborhood Centers, new policies and incentives will be implem
BUILDING FORMS & CHARACTER
to expand opportunities and promote reinvestment and redevelopme
of vacant and underutilized property. As direct access to sites
The In-Between Areas are appropriate for a wide range of buildin
In-Between Areas has been limited by US 19 improvements, strip
with typical heights between one and four stories. Buildings sh
commercial and smaller-scale retail uses have struggled. At the
oriented toward US 19, with modest front setbacks to accommodate
time, the US 19 roadway project has resulted in better connectio
landscaping and no more than a single bay of parking between
north and south Pinellas communities, thus bringing a larger are
buildings and the frontage road. Parking and auto-oriented faci
the region into commuting range of sites along the corridor. Ov
drive-through windows should be located in side and rear yard lo
long term, this change in access is expected to remain a challen
to avoid negative impacts on pedestrian streets and public space
smaller retail businesses but improve market conditions for offi
employment-intensive uses. For offices and other uses that func
CONNECTIVITY & MOBILITY
as regional destinations with lower volumes of customer traffic
To improve regional access, the City should continue to support
access to a US 19 interchange is less critical to success than i
to improve existing transit service and explore the potential fo
retail business. While these uses benefit from high levels of v
service connecting the In-Between Areas to the Centers and plann
proximity to mixed-use centers, and indirect access to US 19, th
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BRT stations. To improve connections along the corridor, the Ci the general area around the Countryside Mall and Cypress Point
require interconnected parking lots and driveways, and, where po
Shopping Center properties.
support creation of new local streets, street extensions, and pe
connection to link adjacent uses.
The sketches on the following pages demonstrate the potential fo
transformation of these areas by illustrating the following bene
Corridor-wide
coordinated planning and development:
Overall, the corridor has the potential to benefit from improved
consolidation of ownership and coordinated planning allows for
access once US 19 improvements are complete. Site, building, an
better access, circulation, and the potential for shared parking
landscape enhancements on individual sites will increase attract
access to US 19 and major cross streets can be leveraged by
and marketability, and strategic public investment in transit se
extending existing and constructed new streets and drives;
gateway and streetscape improvements, and local roadway and
provisions for safe and convenient connections to planned transi
pedestrian facilities are designed to further enhance the corrid
stations can be addressed in long-term phasing plans;
competitive position in the City and Tampa Bay Region. Further
through coordinated planning, individual projects can contribute
supporting the corridors transformation are a series of economi
to the creation of shared stormwater management systems and
development, permitting, and organizational development initiati
area-wide low impact development strategies;
presented in the following chapter of the Plan.
higher levels of consistency in setbacks, building frontage
conditions, and landscape treatments can reinforce the corridor
regional identity and sense of place; and
2. CONCEPT STUDIES
new public squares and greens can be designed to serve as focal
points for destinations.
Several Concept Studies were prepared to illustrate development
Like the mixed-use projects highlighted in Appendix B (Case Stud
redevelopment potential at key locations along the corridor. St
the design concepts illustrated on the following pages could be
prepared for five strategically-located areas show how locations
over time, consistent with long-term development and phasing pla
auto-oriented forms of development, fragmented ownership, and
Projects could be designed with early phases served by surface p
disconnected uses can become more attractive, competitive, and m
and modest infrastructure investment, and later phases with high
use destinations. The locations chosen for the concept studies
densities and intensities served by structured parking. Such an
could permit owners and developers to make early investments whi
the Bayview Gardens site and surrounding properties south of Gul
still allowing them to take full advantage of improving market c
to Bay Boulevard, east of Clearwater Mall;
and better regional connectivity in future project phases.
the vacant former shopping center site on the east side of US 19
north of Belleair Road;
the mobile home parks and an storage facility at the northeast
quadrant of the Sunset Point Road and US 19 intersection; and
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Figure 30. Bayview Gardens Concept Study
CORPORATE OFFICE
RETAIL & OFFICE
RESIDENTIAL
The Concept Study for Bayview Gardens Road and a new street connection to
and surrounding sites was prepared to Clearwater Mall are shown as key elements
show how mixed-use buildings can be in a new network of streets and drives. Better
organized to preserve the existing stream, local connectivity can provide alternatives
define new outdoor parks and squares, and to travel along Gulf to Bay Boulevard and
take advantage of views to the water. The mitigate the impact of new development.
potential southern extension of Hampton
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Figure 31. Belleair Concept Study
RESIDENTIAL & SMALL OFFICE
CORPORATE OFFICE
RETAIL & SMALL OFFICE
The Concept Study for the Belleair Road area multi-family residential to the east side of
was prepared to show how the shopping the site serving as a transition to existing
center site could become a new mixed-use residential uses. Redevelopment could start
destination. The sketch shows new retail with residential, retail, and smaller office
and small office uses near the intersection of buildings, with the larger-scale, corporate
Belleair Road and US 19, larger-scale office office buildings coming on-line in future
buildings along the US 19 frontage, and project phases.
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Figure 32. Sunset Point Concept Study
OFFICE & FLEX SPACE
CORPORATE OFFICE
The Concept Study for the northeast consolidation, the area can support higher-
quadrant of Sunset Point Road and US intensity office uses with neighborhood-
19 illustrates how employment-intensive serving retail served by a shared stormwater
uses can be accommodated through management system. Through the creation
the redevelopment of adjacent light of a new north-south street, the benefits
industrial and mobile home park sites. of access to US 19 can be extended to sites
With coordinated planning or parcel north of Sunset Point Road.
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Figure 33. Countryside North Concept Study
RESIDENTIAL & RETAIL
SHOPS & RESTAURANTS
CORPORATE OFFICE & LODGING
The Concept Study for the Countryside existing surface parking lots, future phases
Mall site and surrounding properties was of development can take full advantage of
prepared to show how office, residential the areas improved accessibility. In addition,
and a wider range of retail offerings walkability and transit-orientation could be
could contribute to the areas success as a enhanced with new buildings aligned along
regionally-competitive destination. By adding streets and public spaces.
structured parking and new buildings on
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Figure 34. Countryside South Concept Study
The Concept Study for the southern extent and public spaces can provide a framework
of the Countryside Regional Center was for mixed-use development on a portion of
prepared to show how the introduction of the Cypress Point Shopping Center site and
new streets could bridge the divide between on properties north and south of Enterprise
destinations north and south of Enterprise Drive on both sides of US 19.
Drive. The study illustrates how new streets
RETAIL, OFFICE & RESIDENTIAL
CORPORATE OFFICE
RETAIL & OFFICE
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PLAN STRATEGIES
This section outlines strategies and actions the City should undRecommendations in this section set the stage for the City to al
support the corridors revitalization and redevelopment, improve
higher development intensities and densities and call for contin
and mobility, and enhance its competitive position in the Tampa
collaboration among local and regional planning entities to ensu
Region. Strategies are presented in four major categoriesRevita
use and transportation plans support the corridors long-term p
& Redevelopment, Competitiveness, Mobility & Connectivity, and
for transformation. Recommendations also identify actions the Ci
Sustainabilityand provide a guide for local and regional offici
take to promote sustainable, pedestrian-friendly forms and patte
as important decisions are made regarding land use, economic
development.
development, and public investment.
Recommendations also describe ways the City should promote proje
1. REVITALIZATION & REDEVELOPMENT
with mixed land uses, interconnected networks of streets, qualit
streetscapes and pedestrian connections, shared parking, and acc
public spaces. For larger sites, the City should support plans a
Revitalization and redevelopment strategies for the US 19 corrid
that encourage consolidation and long-term phasing, thus allowin
presented under the following broad categories:
land use intensification and connectivity improvements over time
market conditions improve.
Plan for Land Use Intensification;
Apply a New Zoning Overlay District;
Draft New Design Standards; and
Encourage Employment-Intensive & Transit-Intensive Uses.
To achieve goals for reinvestment and redevelopment, allowable
The strategies focus on the long-term retrofit and redevelopment
densities and intensities for sites along the corridor must be i
in the corridors Regional and Neighborhood Centers and the ongo
beyond what is currently allowed by the , as
Countywide Plan Rules
transformation and improvement of the In-Between Areas. Strategi
governed by the PPC. As described in the previous chapter, sites
are designed to position Regional and Neighborhood Centers as fa
Regional Centers require a maximum 2.5 FAR and 50 dwelling units
locations for reinvestment and support their long-term developme
per acre, sites in Neighborhood Centers require a maximum 1.5 FA
more attractive, vital destinations. For the In-Between Areas, s
and 50 dwelling units per acre, and sites in In-Between Areas re
are designed to enhance the competitiveness of existing sites an
a maximum 1.5 FAR and 30 dwelling units per acre. To allow thes
buildings, and encourage redevelopment to incorporate a wider ra
densities and intensities of development, the City may pursue on
of employment-intensive uses.
two options outlined below.
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The City is involved as a stakeholder in the process of developi
OPTION 1: INCORPORATE NEW DENSITIES/INTENSITIES INTO COUNTYWIDE PLAN
new and will continue to advocate for the creation
Countywide Plan Rules
RULES & COUNTYWIDE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN MAP
of new rules and plan classifications consistent with recommenda
The preferred approach to achieving goals for reinvestment and
in this plan. The City will work with the PPC to ensure desired
redevelopment involves working with the PPC as it develops the
and intensities are allowed either as of right or through a more
and Countywide Future Land Use Plan Map to
Countywide Plan Rules
planning process than is required to apply transit-oriented deve
allow for greater densities, intensities, and uses by applying n
(TOD) land use classifications.
land use classifications to the area identified in Figure 35.
Should this not remain a viable option, the City will pursue Opt
The PPC is currently creating new to create a more
Countywide Plan Rules
outlined below.
future-oriented Countywide Plan Map defining areas of growth and
areas of stability. Areas of growth are places where increased
OPTION 2: AMEND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO APPLY TOD CLASSIFICATIONS
and intensity will be encouraged, and areas of stability are pla
The second approach would involve amending the
Comprehensive Plan
growth would be limited because it is neither desired nor suppor
to apply the greater intensities and densities of development al
by the necessary infrastructure and transit. The new rules and
for areas designated as TODs. To use this option, the City woul
will set allowable densities, intensities, and uses with which t
have to work with the PPC to change rules to allow municipalitie
development regulations would need to be consistent.
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apply TOD provisions along Secondary Transit Corridors in adva
Figure 36. Excerpts from Countywide Plan Position Statements & Strategies
adoption by the MPO of a Locally Preferred Alternative for futur
service in the MPO LRTP and completion of applicable environment
COUNTYWIDE PLAN POSITION STATEMENTS RELATED TO TOD
impact studies. Once the PPC rules are amended, the City would
amend the todefine US 19 as a Secondary Transit
Comprehensive Plan
Transit Station Area Planning. Concentrate
Position Statement 4.2:
Corridor, change references to transit service to include BRT s
a mix of complementary, well-integrated land uses within walking
and add language allowing application of the TOD future land use
distance (½ mile) of transit stations, and in an area of influen
classification provided under the (The term
Countywide Plan Rules.
one mile around the stations.
Secondary Transit Corridor in the refers to transit
Countywide Plan Rules
corridors like US 19 which have been identified in PSTAs
Enhanced Bus
Densities and Intensities to Support Transit.
Position Statement 4.3:
.) Encourage higher densities for new development in transit statio
Network Plan
areas, concentrating the highest densities closest to the transi
and transitioning to lower densities at the edges of the station
Once the initial changes are complete, the City
Comprehensive Plan
especially when adjacent to existing lower-density development s
would need to take steps to apply the TOD future land use plan
as single-family neighborhoods.
classificationInitially, the City could apply the TOD plan classification
.
as a planning overlay and take advantage of basic mixed-use prov
Building and Site Design in Transit Station
Position Statement 4.4:
provided for in the according to the rules, the
Countywide Plan Rules
Areas. Use urban design to enhance the community identity of tr
planning overlay doesnt change existing future land use categor
station areas and to make them attractive, safe and convenient p
but allows the City to permit the maximum number of units per ac
and maximum nonresidential FAR of the underlying category on the
Streetscapes in Transit Station Areas. Require
Position Statement 4.5:
same land area. Next, the City would need to complete a corrido that streetscapes in transit station areas be designed to encour
pedestrian activity.
station area plan that 1) shows how transit station area future land
use subclassifications will be applied along the corridor; 2) i
Open Space in Transit Areas. Require the
Position Statement 4.6:
policies and development standards consistent with recommendatio
creation of open spaces around transit stations, to act as devel
in TBARTAs and the
Transit-Oriented Development Guiding Principles
catalysts and serve as gathering spaces and focal points for the
PPCs (see Figure
Countywide Plan Position Statements and Strategies
36); and 3) is consistent with TOD provisions in the .
Comprehensive Plan
Through the application of the TOD subclassifications, the City
and the In-Between Areas as Transit Station Area Type III: Neigh
increases in development intensities, as long as projects are de
Centers. Such designations would allow the highest intensity, mi
consistent with standards that address the mix and intensity of
development to occur at major crossroad locations that would be
uses, the form and pattern of development, and the design charac
by BRT stops. Less intense development would be located in areas
building, streets, streetscapes, and public spaces.
along the corridor at a slightly greater distance from potential
locations.
The City anticipates designating Regional and Neighborhood Cente
along the corridor as Transit Station Areas Type II: Suburban Ce
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Although the permit communities to apply outlined in Strategy 1.1 and with those recommended in the Frame
Countywide Plan Rules
development intensities of up to 5.0 FAR for Type II areas and uPlan chapter, while requiring projects to meet specific standard
FAR for Type III areas, this plan recommends intensities be cappdevelopment in each of the corridors three types of development
2.5 FAR in Type II areas and 1.5 FAR in Type III areas. These inareasRegional Centers, Neighborhood Centers, and In-Between Are
are more consistent with the intensities of development in exist
suburban and neighborhood centers in the region and may be more The overlay district for the corridor, the preliminary boundarie
appropriate for the scale of development anticipated along US 19are shown on Figure 37, would be designed to supplement standard
under the existing zoning districts and introduce corridor-speci
standards to accomplish the following:
Strategy 1.2 - Apply a New Zoning Overlay District
reinforce and improve regional and neighborhood shopping and
To advance the communitys place-making, economic development,
employment destinations;
mobility, and sustainability goals for the corridor, the City sh
attract employment-intensive and transit-supportive land uses;
develop new zoning tools to ensure individual projects contribut
create an interconnected network of streets and drives designed
to the creation of more attractive and competitive local and reg
to disperse traffic, reduce vehicle miles traveled, provide for
destinations. The City should prepare and apply a zoning overla
parcel vehicular and pedestrian connections and convenient
district that is consistent with the increases in density and in
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promote building and site designs that contribute to the creatiocompact, accessible, and attractive pedestrian- and transit-frie
destinations. A review of topics to be addressed in the new guid
of attractive streetscapes, screen parking and service areas, an
and standards follows.
incorporate low impact development (LID) and other sustainable
development strategies; and
PROJECT TYPES
encourage consolidation of ownership and coordinated planning;
and
Guidelines should be designed to address two general types of
promote master planning of larger sites and with multiple
projectsInfill Projects and Planned Projectsand offer guidance
regarding the preferred form and pattern of development.
buildings and the potential for future phases of development and
improvement.
Projects on sites up to five acres along the US
Infill Projects.
Such an overlay district could also be designed to provide incen
19 frontage roads or fronting an existing collector or arterial
certain types of projects. For example, the overlay could be des
should be designed to contribute to the corridors long-term
allow projects to achieve the highest densities and intensities
transformation into a more attractive and pedestrian-friendly
public benefits were included in the project. Maximum densities
destination. Buildings should be oriented toward public rights-
intensities could be achieved for projects with the following fe
of-way with minimal setbacks, cross-parcel pedestrian ways
qualities:
and vehicular circulation easements should be provided, and
parking should be located in rear and side yard locations. Where
inclusion of affordable housing;
appropriate, connections to planned transit stops should be
dedication of rights-of-way for local street extensions;
provided and auto-oriented facilities like loading docks, servic
completion of street, streetscape, or transit improvements;
yards, and drive-through windows and bays should be located to
inclusion of employment-intensive or transit-supportive land use
the rear of buildings.
provision of open space in the form of public parks, plazas, or
Projects calling for new development or the
Planned Projects.
squares;
redevelopment and reuse of strip centers, shopping centers,
incorporation of innovative sustainable building and site design
and other properties greater than five acres should be required
master planning to indicate how intensification may be achieved
to create a more urban pattern of development with buildings
in future project phases; and
oriented to existing and new streets, parking in mid-block and
other features or qualities defined as providing important benef
rear yard locations, accommodations for cross-parcel circulation
to the community.
pedestrian connections to surrounding sites, and accommodations
for transit. For projects with the potential for multiple build
Strategy 1.3 - Draft New Design Standards
and phased development, the City should require the submittal
of plans indicating how improvements, including connectivity
The City should establish new guidelines and standards to ensure
enhancements, will be phased over time.
individual projects along the corridor contribute to the creatio
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Figure 38. Mall Redevelopment with Street Network & Walkable Str STREET & BLOCK PATTERNS
For projects on sites greater than ten acres within designated R
and Neighborhood Centers, standards should require that building
be arranged on development blocks served by accessible, attracti
pedestrian-friendly streets and internal drives designed to serv
access and mobility needs, provide numerous direct and indirect
routes linking destinations, and improve connections with surrou
neighborhoods where feasible. For projects in In-Between Areas,
standards should focus on creating effective cross-parcel circul
routes and the realization of street and drive extensions where
The following guidelines and standards should be followed for pr
in Regional and Neighborhood Centers to encourage the division o
large sites into development blocks served by networks of walkab
streets and drives.
Larger sites should be divided into development
Block Structure.
blocks scaled to accommodate a mix of land uses, building types,
and off-street parking and service areas. Development plans
should define the limits of individual development blocks and,
where necessary, show how proposed blocks may be divided into
building lots. Typical perimeter block dimensions should average
1,600 linear feet with maximum allowances of 2,000 linear feet
as measured along the perimeter property line of a proposed
development block. Perimeter block dimensions up to 3,000 linear
feet may be permitted for blocks that contain mid-block parking
structures or attached public spaces. Blocks need not be regular
in form as long as guidelines for the creation of an interconnec
network of streets and drives are met.
Projects should be designed to provide a fine-
Street Networks.
grained network of publicly accessible, pedestrian-friendly stre
designed to support local vehicle traffic, cyclists, transit ser
and connections to surrounding neighborhoods and destinations.
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The extension of existing public streets
Street & Drive Extensions.
and private access drives should be encouraged to distribute
traffic and improve access. Street stubs and rights-of-way shou
be provided to allow for connections to future development or
redevelopment on adjacent sites. The provision of a pedestrian
passage within a provided public right-of-way may be permitted
where the extension of an existing street is not possible.
Existing and new streets and drives
Street & Streetscape Design.
should be designed to serve as both local movement corridors
and important extensions of the communitys public realm. Street
and drives within and adjacent to Centers should be designed to
provide for the safe, convenient, and comfortable movement of
pedestrians. Existing and new streets and drives should provide
quality environments for walking, convenient connections to
neighborhoods, and comfortable and safe connections between
proximate destinations. While the design of individual streets a
drives may vary considerably depending on their place within the
larger street network, their intended character as active, attra
and accessible public spaces should not be compromised.
MIX & DISTRIBUTION OF USES
New guidelines and standards should also require that new
development and redevelopment along the corridor include a mix a
intensity/density of land uses which help achieve the following
concentrate office and other employment-intensive uses in places
with easy access to US 19;
provide for retail, entertainment, and other uses that serve the
needs of surrounding neighborhoods;
promote high-intensity uses in close proximity to planned transi
stops to support more intensive use of transit;
lessen demands on local and regional street network by
maximizing opportunities for the localization of work, shopping,
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projects that provide for a range of housing options with conven
Figure 40. Pedestrian-Friendly Frontages
access to services and amenities should be encouraged.
Centers should include a balanced mix of uses that supports the
of active, pedestrian-friendly streets and public spaces. Retail
active uses should be located to maximize walkability along stre
planned for the highest levels of pedestrian use, and in these a
oriented uses should be discouraged.
BUILDING FORM & CHARACTER
New guidelines and standards should promote development
with quality urban buildings designed to use resources efficient
and contribute to the creation of safe, comfortable, and attract
destinations. With careful design, uses that traditionally occup
commercial shopping centers can be fully integrated into more co
pedestrian-friendly settings.
The following text describes preferences for the placement, form
design of new buildings along the corridor.
To define streets, drives, and sidewalks and
Building Placement.
minimize the visual impact of large expanses of parking, buildin
should be oriented toward public streets and spaces with minimal
to no setback in Regional and Neighborhood Centers and slightly
greater setbacks in the In-Between Areas. In Neighborhood and
support shared parking and park once trips;
Regional Centers, buildings façades should be aligned along
promote active lifestyles by encouraging walking and biking as
property lines with primary entries opening directly onto public
convenient alternatives to automobile travel; and
sidewalks and public spaces. In the In-Between Areas, buildings
contribute to street-level pedestrian activity and the informal
may be setback behind a landscape area and a single bay of
surveillance of public spaces.
parking but greater setbacks are discouraged. Setbacks should
remain generally consistent along street and drive frontages wit
Guidelines and standards should encourage higher-intensity uses
modest variations allowed for visual interest.
locate near planned transit stops and away from existing lower-d
Buildings along the corridor may range in height
Building Form.
residential neighborhoods, and ensure that parking for higher-in
from one to eight stories with two- to four-story buildings typi
uses is easily accessed from the regional road network. Mixed-us
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Taller buildings may be permitted in locations where sufficient from common lobbies opening directly onto sidewalks. Expanses
transitions in height may be achieved between taller developmentof blank walls along such frontages should be prohibited.
and surrounding residential neighborhoods. Generally, buildings The presence of large-scale retail uses, such
Large-Scale Retail.
above four stories should be located along the US 19 frontage as big box retailers and grocery stores, may be essential to the
and in the center of projects in the Regional Centers. Building vitality of a project, but their large footprints, blank rear an
designs should acknowledge the scale and proximity of adjacent walls, and expansive service and loading areas can create visual
residential neighborhoods through height reductions and and functional challenges. Poor integration also can compromise
tapering, increased stepbacks above street-level façades, and ota destinations economic performance and fit within the
means to ensure effective transitions.surrounding community. Large-scale retail uses should be fully
In Neighborhood and Regional integrated into a projects pattern of streets and blocks, with
Pedestrian-Friendly Frontages.
Centers, the street level façades of buildings located along strprimary entries opening onto sidewalks, active liner buildings
designed for high levels of pedestrian use should be designed along important pedestrian streets, and service and loading area
as storefronts with generous display windows, high levels of in mid-block locations. Blank walls and loading docks should be
transparency, and multiple entries to individual tenant spaces. located away from streets and drives with active retail frontage
Upper-story multi-family units and office space should be accessand public spaces.
Figure 41. Large-Scale Retail with Liner Buildings
Liner BuildingsLiner Buildings
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Off-street parking lots and
Parking & Service Locations.
Figure 42. Drive-Through Facilities Integrated into a Town Cente
structures, loading docks, service areas, drive-through windows,
and dumpsters should be located behind buildings in mid-block
locations and screened from public view. Drives to access mid-
block parking and service areas may occur only where access from
an avenue, side street, or alley is not feasible.
Although Regional and Neighborhood
Drive-Through Facilities.
Centers are generally not appropriate locations for drive-throug
facilities serving restaurants, banks, pharmacies, and other ret
uses, new standards may allow these facilities so long as they
are sited behind front building façades, are not accessed from
pedestrian streets, and pedestrian circulation is not impeded by
drive-through traffic.
PUBLIC SPACES
Well-designed outdoor public spaces play pivotal roles in shapin
places attractiveness, livability, and economic vitality. When
Drive-Through Window
support a variety of activities, public squares, plazas, and gre
important places for informal gathering, relaxation, and play. T
also serve as sites for artistic and cultural expression and set
community events and activities.
New guidelines and standards should provide that public spaces w
Regional and Neighborhood Centers be easily accessible; visible
adjacent streets, sidewalks, and buildings; and specifically des
for public use. As a general rule of thumb, a minimum of 10 perc
the land area of each Regional and Neighborhood Center should be
dedicated as public space and be designed as either a central ga
space or a series of smaller scale squares and greens. Such spac
generally be between 20,000 and 60,000 square feet and located a
intersection of important pedestrian streets, and their design s
include hardscape areas with seating, shade structures, public a
water features, and other amenities designed to support active u
facilitate special events and activities. Smaller spaces, betwee
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and 40,000 square feet, should be designed with a mix of hardsca
Figure 43. Public Squares & Greens
landscape areas with seating, shade structures, play equipment,
amenities designed to support passive uses and small-scale activ
To ensure access, comfort, and adaptability, all proposed public
should be designed as extensions of the public streetscape envir
and include adequate seating, shade, landscaping, and open space
for informal gathering and planned events. Clear lines of site s
provided to allow for the formal and informal surveillance of th
The grade of hardscape areas, lawn panels, and planting beds wit
public spaces should generally match adjacent sidewalks.
PARKING
Within Regional and Neighborhood Centers, the need for automobil
parking should be balanced with the objectives for the creation
urban environments. New guidelines and standards should promote
creative parking solutions, including a mix of on-street parking
off-street parking, the use of shared parking, provisions for ge
landscaping, and LID design features for managing stormwater run
New guidelines and standards for projects along the corridor sho
call for parking areas designed to allow easy access, pleasant a
pedestrian movement, and convenient connections to on-site and
adjacent destinations. Where possible, off-street parking areas,
surface parking or structured parking, should be located to the
of buildings and designed to reduce the number of curb cuts on U
19 frontage roads and local streets. Cross-lot easements or shar
parking lots should be encouraged on multi-parcel projects, with
parking, shared driveways, and cross access between adjacent par
minimize driveways on the street. Where structured parking is pr
the parking structure, whether freestanding, attached, or integr
a building, should relate architecturally to the surrounding bui
contribute positively to the overall character of the project.
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The competitiveness strategies for the US 19 corridor are organi
Strategy 1.4 - Encourage Employment-Intensive and
around the following broad categories:
Transit-Supportive Land Uses
Expand Development Incentives;
The City should explore opportunities to promote a broader range
Facilitate Review Processes;
employment-intensive and transit-supportive uses along the corri
Create a Corridor Improvement Organization;
The City should continue working to ensure existing and new futu
Install Wayfinding Signs;
use classifications and zoning districts allow research and deve
Strengthen Brand Identity; and
laboratory, and light manufacturing uses, as well as uses like o
Enhance Gateways, Landscapes & Streetscapes.
educational facilities that may generate higher demand for trans
These policy and regulatory provisions could be designed to acce
Strategy 2.1 - Expand Development Incentives
the transition from retail to other uses in the In-Between Areas
corridor as well as provide for a wider range of uses to support
redevelopment and adaptive reuse of older commercial properties.
The City should expand the current list of direct and indirect a
available to projects that advance local economic development go
The City should also identify a preferred list of employment-int
and improve the corridors competitive position in the Tampa Bay
land uses that may be approved administratively as long as speci
Region. Specifically, the City should explore the potential to r
minimum design and development criteria (i.e., landscaping, setb
permit fees, provide local economic development tax exemptions
buffering, and parking) are met. Such uses should include office
using the authority approved by voters in November 2012, and off
and other uses identified as having a positive fiscal impact and
other direct or indirect financial incentives for projects along
improve the Citys job-housing balance.
that advance economic development objectives in the
Economic
(2011).
Development Strategic Plan
2. COMPETITIVENESS The City should also work with local stakeholders to identify st
and funding sources to support individual property owner efforts
fix-up and clean-up existing sites and buildings, or, where rein
Public expenditures on infrastructure and economic development
may be infeasible, remove older buildings. Such a program could
programs, the implementation of development regulations and revi
modeled after the existing programs in Downtown Clearwater. Thro
processes, and the levy of fees and taxes all have a powerful ef
the downtown Façade Improvement Program, the City of Clearwater
the pace and pattern of private investment. To maximize its pote
Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) seeks to help improve the
to spark reinvestment and redevelopment along US 19, the City sh
attractiveness of buildings and the overall attractiveness of Do
realign actions and programs affecting the corridors competitiv
by providing financial assistance for façade design services and
position. Organized around the following broad categories, these
completion of improvement projects. Under the program, owners ca
strategies are designed to help accelerate the pace of improveme
access up to $3,000 of design assistance from local architects a
along the corridor as US 19 improvements continue and national a
$10,000 of grant and $25,000 of loan funds.
regional economic conditions improve.
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Resources to support programs could be generated through a corri planning and raising revenue for marketing campaigns,
specific assessment district or redevelopment district as discus
wayfinding programs, or gateway or landscape projects; and
following sections of the plan.
serving as a liaison between local property owners, surrounding
neighborhoods, and public entities like the City, County, and FD
Strategy 2.2 - Facilitate Review Processes
To start the process, a summit could be organized to bring toget
property owners and other stakeholders to evaluate organizationa
The City should identify ways to simplify and streamline develop
models and revenue generation options. During this initial dialo
review processes. The City should develop a preferred list of la
the following models for a new organization should be evaluated.
and project types that may be eligible to follow an administrati
approval process whereby approvals could be granted by the City
BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Development Review Committee (DRC). Eligible projects may inclu
those involving consolidation of ownership, provision of public
A Business Improvement District (BID) offers a potential organiz
streets or spaces, or other features advancing the Citys long-t
model for application along the US 19 corridor. BIDs are organiz
objectives for the corridor and the local economy. The City shou
formed to provide enhanced services and complete improvements
assign a dedicated team of planners to work with applicants thro
within a defined area using funding generated through a self-ass
development review and building permit review processes. Such a
non ad-valorem tax on property. Under the Special District prov
team could assist in educating prospective applicants about corr
of Florida law (Chapter 189) and subject to legislative approval
specific processes and standards and ensure effective communicat
a Florida community may be organized to provide all or a combina
throughout the review process.
of the following services, generally considered to be above and
what the local government can reasonably provide:
Strategy 2.3 - Create a Corridor Improvement Organization
clean and safe programs;
planning and programming for special events;
In partnership with the Clearwater Regional Chamber, Pinellas Co
marketing, communications, and partnership services;
Economic Development, and major land holders along the corridor,
business retention and attraction support; and
the City should engage corridor stakeholders in an effort to exp
alternatives for the creation of a corridor improvement associat
landscape, gateway, and public space improvements.
organization. Such an organization could serve several important
interrelated functions, including:
BIDs are typically organized as not-for-profit, 501(c)6 or non-p
501(c)3 entities governed by a board of directors comprised of
representative property owners.
providing a consistent voice for the concerns of corridor proper
owners and stakeholders;
The Special Services District established to fund projects in Do
advocating for regulatory or policy changes to promote
Tampa serves as a good local example of a BID designed to suppor
investment and redevelopment;
reinvestment and revitalization in a geographically-defined dist
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Figure 44. Example Communications from a Membership-Based Partne
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA
Establishment of a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) is another
option that should be evaluated by the City and corridor stakeho
Under Florida law (Chapter 163, Part III), local governments may
designate CRAs within which a portion of tax revenues generated
district may be reinvested in streetscapes and roadway improveme
sewer, water or stormwater improvements; building renovations; a
parking improvements, or on assistance programs like a site or f
improvement program. CRAs have been established by a number of
Florida cities to support the revitalization of popular destinat
Downtown Clearwater, Church Street in Orlando, and Ybor City in
Although typically used as a tool to revitalize downtown and mai
districts, CRAs have been established to help attract private in
in older suburban commercial corridors and industrial districts,
the Drew Park district east of Tampa International Airport.
To guide locals and visitors to destinations along the corridor,
working with a BID or other stakeholder advocacy group, should p
and implement a plan for a wayfinding program. Through a system
The City and corridor stakeholders could alternatively consider
navigation signs and maps, the system could help guide people fr
a membership-based organization like the Clearwater Downtown
US 19 to local streets, improve inter-district and district-to-d
Partnership. A membership organization operating as a not-for-p
connections, and reinforce a consistent identify for the corrido
could raise funds from members and seek additional grant funding
support a modest set of initiatives, most likely focusing on adv
A comprehensive systemdesigned to be phased and possibly scalab
public education, and marketing. Such an organization could act
to the entire Cityshould address commercial district identity a
arm of an existing organization like the Clearwater Regional Cha
wayfinding signage first, gateway signage and landscaping second
as an extension of an organization like a BID as occurs with the
additional trailblazing signs, wayfinding kiosks (perhaps instal
Downtown Partnership, or as an independent entity. Although res
pedestrian traffic locations), and other elements as later phase
would be limited if solely supported by membership dues and gran
the organization could serve as an important education and advoc
The City should consider using the Countryside area as the locat
platform for corridor stakeholders.
a pilot project. With the closing of the Enterprise Drive inters
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Figure 46. Examples of Gateway Treatments
US 19, drivers with destinations along Enterprise Drive face sig
Strategy 2.5 - Strengthen Brand Identity
difficulties. To address these challenges, a simple wayfinding s
system could include directional signage at the following locati
To identify destinations along the corridor, a simple place-nami
system should be established and reinforced through wayfinding a
on US 19 north of SR 580 directing southbound drivers to use the
marketing programs. District names should be distinctive, easy t
SR 580 exit to access destinations on Enterprise Drive;
remember, unique to the area, and build on place names already i
at the intersections of the US 19 frontage road and Countryside
common use. As a starting point, the following place names shoul
Boulevard directing travelers to the west to Enterprise Drive or
considered: Countryside, Sunset Point, Belleair, and Gulf to Bay
the east to Enterprise Drive via Village Drive; and
at the intersection of Countryside Boulevard and Village Drive
directing travelers south on Village Drive to Enterprise Drive.
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Figure 47. Ideal Street Network
Strategy 2.6 - Enhance Gateways & Streetscapes
The City should undertake a series of gateway improvements and
landscape/streetscape enhancement projects to improve the corrid
US 19
identity and enhance the experience of traveling from place to p
US 19 Frontage Road
The City should prepare plans for gateway improvements at Gulf t
Arterial
Bay Boulevard and McMullen Booth Road, Belleair Road and US 19,
Collector
SR 580 and US 19. Gateway improvements at each major entry could
Local Street
include welcome signage, decorative lighting, and special landsc
Existing & Proposed Overpass
improvements. The City should also identify street segments wher
landscape and streetscape improvements would have the greatest
potential to improve the corridors image. A BID, CRA, membersh
based partnership, or other stakeholder organization could play
role in planning, prioritizing, funding, and possibly completing
landscape, streetscape, and other projects designed to improve t
corridors attractiveness and competitive position.
3. MOBILITY & CONNECTIVITY
Strategy 3.1 - Create Interconnected Street Networks
Improving mobility and accessibility along the US 19 corridor is
Interconnected networks of local streets can serve as the founda
critical to achieving the Citys long-term goals for redevelopme
the creation of successful mixed-use, transit-supportive distric
revitalization. Making it easier to travel from place to place,
continuous arterial roadways should be spaced at no more than on
transit service, and providing better facilities and amenities f
mile intervals to ensure efficient traffic flow, multiple and di
pedestrians and bicyclists are all important to making places al
destinations, and ease of use for all modes, including transit,
corridor more livable and competitive.
and bicyclists. Collector roadways can be spaced at one-quarter
one-eighth mile intervals to ensure appropriate network connecti
The mobility and connectivity strategies for the US 19 corridor
and appropriate access to destinations. This ideal level of road
organized around the following broad categories:
spacing is at least two times as dense as the existing network w
study area.
Create Interconnected Street Networks;
Improve Conditions for Pedestrians & Cyclists;
Effective grid roadway networks with more frequent spacing of co
Advocate for Enhanced Transit Service; and
and arterial roadways as described above provide shorter trip le
Plan for Circulator Service.
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Figure 48. Ideal Street Network Concepts Applied to Areas along
Countryside Mall AreaClearwater Mall Area
Sky Harbor
Summerdale Dr
Belle Haven Dr
Hypothetical street additions shown in red.
than concentrating them on just a few roadways. The closer spaciIn comparison, the sparseness of the road network in the areas w
roadways allows them to be more compact with fewer lanes and lowone-half mile of crossing points along US 19 is demonstrated by
traffic volumes, and therefore friendlier to pedestrians and bicsmall number of collector and higher-level facilities, as shown
compared to a few, wide, high speed roadways with heavy traffic in Appendix A, as follows:
volumes. Grid road networks are also transit-friendly as they al
vehicles to avoid backtracking and offer users direct access to
The Countryside Mall area has five collector and higher-level
stops. The cities considered to be the most pedestrian-friendly
roadways within one-half mile of the US 19 crossings at SR 580 a
transit-friendly in the world all have dense, web-like street ne
Countryside Boulevard, as well as one additional minor collector
just outside of one-half mile radius; and
In the roadway network example shown in Figure 47, arterials (sh
The area near the Clearwater Mall, consisting of the section of
red) are spaced at one-half mile intervals, collector roadways (
19 from Drew Street to Seville Boulevard, has five collector and
blue) are spaced at one-quarter mile intervals between the arter
higher-level roadways within a one-half mile radius of US 19.
local streets (shown in green) are spaced at one-eighth mile int
between the collectors. Based on a grid network with this spacin
Figures 47 and 48 provide a comparison between the existing and
US 19 crossing point would have up to ten collector and higher-l
local street network for the areas near Countryside Mall and Cle
roadways within a one-half mile radius of the node.
Mall. Existing roadways that could serve as part of a denser gri
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are shown in green, while the red lines indicate existing gaps i The City should identify locations within Regional and
roadway network needed to complete the ideal grid network. The i
Neighborhood Centers with road rights-of-way with potential
network reflects local or collector level roadways on one-eighth
for improved sidewalks and transit stops, enhanced pedestrian
spacing. Based on the extent of existing gaps shown in red on Fi
crossings, improved landscaping, and the placement of wayfinding
48, it can be concluded that the existing roadway network around
signage.
nodes is insufficient to support good traffic circulation and tr
oriented development potential, and significant changes are requ
Strategy 3.2 - Improve Conditions for Pedestrian & Cyclists
achieve ideal levels of access and connectivity.
The City, in partnership with the County and FDOT, should prepar
Although several factors may limit the potential to achieve the
plans to improve the condition, continuity, and attractiveness o
network given fragmented ownership, limited rights-of-way, and t
facilities and amenities serving pedestrians and bicyclists. Cur
limited number of US 19 crossings, improvements to the existing
conditions along the corridor make non-motorized and transit tra
network can be achieved incrementally. As individual projects an
especially uninvitingthe poor quality, lack of continuity, and
improvements are completed, elements of an idealized network can
of amenities make it especially difficult to support walking, bi
incorporated. For example, should the site of the former shoppin
transit use as alternatives to driving, even for short trips bet
at US 19 and Belleair Road be redeveloped, new investment could
destinations. Yet despite these barriers, demand for bicycle par
organized around new streets and drives that provide for a more
increased in key locations, including Countryside Mall, and resi
and pedestrian-friendly environment and allow future extension t
of neighborhoods along the corridor are asking for better walkin
to the north.
biking connections to sites along the corridor.
To begin working toward long-term goals for the creation of an
By improving facilities serving bicyclists and pedestrians, the
interconnected network of local streets, the City should underta
make progress on a number of important objectives, including mak
following actions:
transit use a more practical and attractive alternative to drivi
the number and length of vehicle trips on local roadways, increa
The City should work with local property owners to identify
physical activity and promoting more healthy lifestyles, and imp
locations where local streets may be extended or new streets
mobility for non-driving residents.
constructed to improve access and more effectively distribute
traffic as long as such improvements do not result in significan
To address deficiencies and challenges, the City should take the
increases of traffic on existing neighborhood streets.
following actions:
The City should ensure new projects are designed to provide
rights-of-way or easements to allow for effective cross-parcel
The City should identify Pedestrian Priority Areas in future
circulation and extensions to access adjacent properties with
updates to the and prioritize capital
Comprehensive Plan
development or redevelopment potential.
expenditures for streetscape and pedestrian improvements in
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Figure 49. Pedestrian and Bicycle Crossing Best Practices
ENHANCING PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE CROSSINGS
The following recommendations provide a
starting point for the preparation of improvement
Raised Crosswalks at Right Turn Islands Channelizing Islands & Tight Angles
and enhancement plans for pedestrian and
bicycle crossings of major intersections.
Crossing designs should incorporate medians
and median noses extending beyond marked
crosswalks and use appropriately narrow travel
lanes.
Crossing designs should incorporate smaller
corner radii, which greatly benefits pedestrians
by reducing the distance they have to cross
Raised crosswalks at right turn islands improve Channelizing Islands and tighter turning
while still accommodating heavy truck
safety by slowing turning movements and angles at intersections improve the visibility
movements. They also benefit motorists by
increasing motorist yielding to crosswalk of pedestrians, slows turning speeds, and
reducing the pedestrian signal clearance time
occupants. improves sight angles for motorists.
needed, thereby providing more green time to
the appropriate vehicle movements.
Crossing improvements at underpasses should
Center Medians & Refuge High Visibility Crosswalks
include enhanced paving treatments, even
lighting levels along sidewalks, and generous
landscaping.
Future intersection designs should incorporate
channelizing islands for left and right
turning movements rather than just striping.
Appropriate channelization design provides
tighter angles, better pedestrian visibility
and crossing safety, and improved motorist
sightlines. Pedestrian crossings to right turn
Center medians can be designed to provide High visibility crosswalks help raise motorist
channelized islands can be supplemented with
raised pedestrian crossings to emphasize the refuges for crossing pedestrians and median awareness of pedestrians and crossing
pedestrian movement, increase yielding to
noses help control the speed of left turning locations.
pedestrians, and slow turning vehicles down to
vehicles.
appropriate speeds.
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minimum dimensions and locational requirements for new and
Figure 50. BRT Vehicle and Stop Improvements
improved sidewalks, crosswalks, and driveway crossings; design
requirements for pedestrian amenities like pedestrian-scaled
lighting, street furnishings, and transit stops; and standards f
landscaping along local streets. The standards should also addre
pedestrian and bicycle facilities on private sites and provide
guidance for cross-parcel pedestrian circulation, pedestrian
connections between sidewalks and pedestrian entries to
buildings, and bicycle access and parking (See Figure 49).
Working with FDOT, the City should prepare plans to upgrade and
enhance existing pedestrian crossing locations, with the goal of
exceeding minimum design standards for pedestrian and bicycle
accommodations. With very limited opportunities for pedestrian
and bicycle crossings on US 19 and major crossroads like Gulf
to Bay Boulevard, Drew Street, Countryside Drive, and SR 580,
it is essential that intersections are designed to be as compact
as possible, keeping exposed crossing distances short through
channelization, designing for slow-speed turning movements
rather than high-speed free flow movements, and providing
these areas. Along US 19, such areas would include the Regional
adequate lighting of crossing areas.
and Neighborhood Centers and areas surrounding planned transit
Policy and standards should be prepared to ensure street crossin
stops.
are designed to be convenient and directpedestrians should not
Working with the County and FDOT, the City should plan to
be required to cross multiple intersection legs when a more dire
provide continuous sidewalks and bike lanes. An example of an
route is possible. Numerous locations currently have pedestrian
existing discontinuous facility is along the northbound US 19
crossings that are inconvenient. For example, the northbound US
frontage road, north of Drew Street, where the undesignated on-
19 frontage road intersection at Drew Street, where pedestrians
street bicycle lane exits to the access road, which does not pro
desiring to cross the intersection from north to south or vice-
a connection that continues further north. As such, bicycle traf
versa are required to cross three legs instead of just one based
must either leave the undesignated lane and weave across the exi
the existing placement of crosswalks. This creates extra delay f
ramp, or must transition onto the sidewalk to continue north.
pedestrians who have to wait through three signal cycles to cros
The City should establish corridor-specific design standards for
the intersection legally, and encourages pedestrians to cross th
new pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Standards should address
roadway away from the intersection.
design of improvements within public rights-of-way and provide
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Figure 51. Potential US 19 Local Circulator
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Sue Dr
Tan
Grantwood Ave
Tangle
Grove Dr
Sky Harbor
Evans Dr
County Road 90
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Majesty Dr
Summerdale Dr
Albany Dr
Albemarle Rd
Belle Haven Dr
Verde Dr
Ragland Ave
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US 19 Study AreaWater BodiesExisting Express RouteProposed BRT Stops
2009 Countywide BRT Concept Plan
Bramblewood
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City of ClearwaterExisting PSTA Route Potential Local Existing Park and Ride
Proposed Limited Stop Connector BRT
Pinellas MPO 2035 LRTP Coast Feasible Plan
Miles
Circulator Route
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Non-City ParcelsExisting Bus StopProposed Enhanced Bus Network
o Proposed Commuter Express BRT
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Samantha 10th St
Timberview Dr
The City should prepare plans to improve pedestrian connections be prepared for the improvement of service levels, the enhanceme
facilities and amenities, and the improvement of connections bet
from sidewalks and trails to adjacent land uses, consistent with
destinations and transit stops. To accomplish this, the City sho
prepared in August
Pinellas County Pedestrian Safety Action Plan
the following actions:
2009, which offers recommendations regarding pedestrian-
friendly connections to commercial uses, driveway designs, and
The City should work with PSTA to examine the potential to
lighting. For sites with frontage on the Progress Energy and Rea
increase headways for service on top corridor routes (especially
Wilson Trails, the City should require property owners to provid
routes on US 19 and SR 60) by reducing the number of stops that
cross-parcel easements and construct improvements to allow
may be replaced or supplemented by a local circulator. Reducing
pedestrian connections from local streets and sidewalks.
the number of stops will produce travel time savings which can b
used to increase service frequency and attract additional riders
Strategy 3.3 - Advocate for Enhanced Transit Service
The City should evaluate existing and planned park-and-ride
facilities to ensure convenient access to BRT and commuter
The City should continue to work with PSTA, the County, and the
express stops; evaluate the potential to allow park-and-ride spa
business community to promote higher levels of transit use and m
to count toward meeting parking requirements; and require that
transit a more attractive and convenient means to travel. Plans
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such park-and-ride spaces be located near stops and include
Strategy 3.4 - Plan for Circulator Service
necessary amenities like lighting, shelters, bike racks, and was
receptacles.
The City should work with PSTA to explore the feasibility of est
Working with PSTA, the City should prepare plans for improvement
a local circulator service connecting the Countryside and Gulf t
of essential infrastructure, such as high-quality buses, shelter
Drew Regional Centers and enhancing accessibility around major
transit centers and BRT stations. As called for by PSTA in the c
and customer information. The City should incorporate transit-
(TDP), expanded circulator services should be
Transit Development Plan
supportive infrastructure requirements with site development/
implemented in key locations to enhance accessibility around maj
redevelopment, such as sidewalk connections from the street to
transit centers and BRT stations. Neither the TDP nor the Pinell
front of building, pedestrian-scale lighting, and landscape and
(LRTP) recognize the US 19 corridor for
Long-Range Transportation Plan
streetscape to enhance pedestrian connections to transit.
this expanded circulator service.
When coordinating with the County and FDOT on sidewalk
improvement plans and projects, the City should place an
In light of the redevelopment potential for mixed-use dense
emphasis on access to bus stops and connections between bus
development in current areas of high activity such as the Clearw
stops and major destinations. Specific attention should be given
Mall and Countryside Mall, a local circulator in this area could
to planning and providing bicycle and pedestrian systems around
enhance BRT and fixed-route service as well as reduce local auto
transit stop locations such that new stops do not disrupt or imp
trips for choice riders. As shown in Figure 51, a service oper
these systems.
between the anchors of the Countryside and Clearwater Malls and
The City should evaluate the impacts of parking policies on
serving development from the frontage roads along US 19 could
public transportation and the potential for encouraging transit
enable BRT riders to gain greater access to shopping and employm
use through parking disincentives (e.g., cost and availability)
opportunities. This initial service concept is intended to suppl
examine reduction of parking requirements for transit-served
existing transit services; however, realignment of existing serv
sites that contribute infrastructure (e.g., park-and-ride spaces
minimize duplication of routes may provide cost-savings from exi
service that help make the circulator feasible. A local circulat
sidewalk and streetscape improvements) to enhance transit.
function as a development amenity and help to brand the corridor
The City should work with PSTA to explore the potential to
such, the service may be developed through various assessment or
expand partnerships with the business community to help pay
increment finance options.
for existing and expanded transit services. As part of the proce
the City should explore the potential to use a tax increment
or other benefit assessment mechanism to leverage local tax
revenue generated from the appreciated value of transit-served
development in proportion to the benefits the transit service
provides.
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4.SUSTAINABILITY
The sustainability goals and strategies presented in
Clearwater Greenprint
provide important guidance for future planning and development
along US 19. goals for lessening the amount of
Clearwater Greenprint
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, making buildings and transportat
systems more energy-efficient, expanding mobility choices, maint
a healthy economy, reducing waste, and conserving sensitive
resources serve as a foundation for this plans recommendation
redevelopment and revitalization, land use intensification, econ
development, and the promotion of walking, biking and transit us
In addition to the land use, mobility, and economic development
recommendations presented in above, the following strategies off
recommendations to achieve s goals of promoting
Clearwater Greenprint
more sustainable design practices in public and private projects
achieving more energy- and resource-efficient kinds of developme
Sustainability strategies for the corridor are organized around
following categories:
Expand Green Street Program and Initiatives;
Encourage Low Impact Development for Sites and Buildings; and
Promote Energy and Water Efficiency.
Strategy 4.1 - Expand Green Streets Program & Initiatives
Working in collaboration with FDOT and Pinellas County, the City
should explore the potential to implement Green Streets programs
initiatives to incorporate the use of innovative stormwater mana
techniques and features in the design of new and redesign of exi
streets, streetscapes, and rights-of-way. A Green Streets appro
the improvement of roadways and streetscapes can be used to mana
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Figure 53. Features of Green Streets and Low Impact Development
FEATURES OF GREEN STREETS & LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT
Vegetated swales are shallow, open-channel drainage
Vegetated Swales. silva cells can be used to expand root zones and extend the be
ways designed to accept runoff from street surfaces and convey t
incorporating rain gardens in streetscape design.
across landscaped areas in a broad shallow flow. Swales are use
stormwater volume through infiltration, improve water quality th
Permeable pavement comes in four basic forms:
Permeable Pavement.
vegetative and soil filtration, and reduce flow velocity by incr
permeable concrete, permeable asphalt, permeable interlocking co
roughness. Additional benefit can be attained through more comp
pavers, and grid pavers. Permeable concrete and asphalt are simi
forms of swales, such as those with amended soils, bioretention
impervious counterparts but are open graded and typically have a
storage areas, underdrains, weirs, and thick diverse vegetation.
binder added. Methods for pouring, setting, and curing these per
rights-of-way, swales are typically located in the landscape are
pavements also differ from the impervious versions. The concrete
the sidewalk and the edge of on-street parking or travel lanes.
grid pavers are modular systems. Concrete pavers are installed w
between them that allow water to pass through to the base. Grid
Rain
Rain Garden Curb Extensions, Medians, and Infiltration Planters.typically a durable plastic matrix that can be filled with grave
gardens are a form of bioretention that be incorporated into the
All of the permeable pavement systems have an aggregate base in
of sidewalk planter areas, roadway medians, and curb extensions.
which provides structural support, runoff storage, and pollutant
gardens are designed to support infiltration and storage of stor
through filtering and adsorption. To maintain long-term permeab
runoff, attenuation of peak flows, and stormwater filtration thr
many systems will require surface cleaning to remove organic mat
through vegetation and soil. Where street trees are included i
(leaves, for example) and periodic vacuuming and low-pressure wa
planting areas, the use of larger tree boxes or structural soils
clear out voids.
Adapted from the Low Impact Development Centers Green Streets w
stormwater on site through use of vegetated facilities designed projects have the potential to deliver a range of benefits, incl
intercept and infiltrate rainwater before it enters the public sfollowing:
thereby reducing the need to dig up and upsize the existing pipe
infrastructure. Green Streets projects can provide water qualit
improved water quailty by reducing the volume of polluted
and replenish groundwater as well as create attractive streetsca
stormwater entering wetlands, streams, and bays;
enhance the pedestrian environment and introduce park-like eleme
reduced impervious surface so stormwater can infiltrate to
into development and redevelopment projects.
recharge groundwater and surface water;
increased urban green space;
Research conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency and
improved air quality and reduced air temperatures;
communities across the United States has shown that Green Street
reduced demand on stormwater management systems; and
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assist the City in addressing requirements of federal and state
Strategy 4.2 - Promote LID for Sites & Buildings
regulations designed to protect watershed health.
The City should continue working with Pinellas County and the So
To implement Green Streets programs and initiatives along the US
west Florida Water Management District to complete and implement
corridor, the City should take the following actions:
standards for public and private development.
Prepare Green Streets standards for use in the design of public
LID is an ecologically friendly approach to site development and
space, street, and streetscape projects along the US 19 corridor
water management that aims to mitigate development impacts to la
Example standards, including design drawings and specifications,
water, and air. The approach, gaining rapid acceptance in commun
as a way to meet regulatory stormwater requirements and resource
in use by other communities may serve as a starting point for th
protection goals, emphasizes the integration of site design and
development of standards for use by the City.
techniques that conserve natural systems and hydrologic function
Work with the County and FDOT to identify locations for Green
site. Specifically, LID projects and practices in built environ
Streets demonstration projects.
Continue coordination between City, County and State entities
prevent degradation of water quality and natural resources;
to encourage consideration of watershed health and improved
manage storm water more efficiently and cost effectively; and
water quality through use of Green Streets practices as part of
maximize the potential for stormwater reuse.
the planning and design of publicly-funded roadway, streetscape,
bicycle/pedestrian, transit, and stormwater management projects.
A LID system employs various devices that filter water and allow
Plan for use of Green Streets projects as a means of better
infiltration into the ground and thus differ from conventional s
connecting destinations along US 19 with the Progress Energy and
systems as they promote the use of land forms, landscape areas,
Ream Wilson Trails and surrounding neighborhoods.
built structures to both distribute stormwater and collect rainw
Develop standards and incentives (such as financial and technica
LID designs encompass the use of structural devices (engineered
resources, or facilitated permit review) for Green Streets proje
systems) and non-structural devices (vegetated, natural systems)
that can be permitted and implemented by the private sector.
combination to maintain or restore the natural hydrologic functi
These standards and incentives should be designed to encourage
site with the goal of reducing the impact of development.
incorporation of Green Streets designs into private development
and redevelopment projects.
LID site design strategies address the arrangement of buildings,
Develop a predictable and sustainable means of funding
roads, parking areas, site features, and elements of the stormwa
implementation, evaluation, and maintenance.
management system. LID designs build on conventional stormwater
design strategies by using site and building surfaces to retain,
store, change the timing of, or filter runoff in a number of dif
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Figure 54. Sketches of Low Impact Development Design Strategies
Cistern SystemVegetated Swale
Constructed Wetland
Green Roof
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configurations and combinations. An overview of prevalent site and collect runoff from roads and sidewalks, stormwater and runo
techniques follows:be recycled and used for irrigation and other non-potable purpos
Disconnected roof drains, cisterns, sub-surface stormwater reten
facilities (below parking lots), rooftop channels, and rain barr
reducing imperviousness by reducing street widths and by
in combination to capture, store, and reuse rainwater.
using permeable paving or landscaping to break up expanses of
impervious surfaces;
In planning for the capture, storage, and reuse of stormwater
directing runoff into or across vegetated areas to help filter r
several important factors must be considered: 1) the Citys cur
and encourage groundwater recharge;
regulations addressing the use of greywater systems must be revi
preserving or designing naturally vegetated areas in close
2) owners must carefully assess the costs and long term operatio
proximity to parking areas, buildings, and other impervious
and maintenance of systems; and 3) designs should account for is
expanses to slow runoff, filter out pollutants, and facilitate
associated with the collection and storage during peak summer ra
infiltration;
so reuse is possible during peak water demand times in winter an
removing curbs and gutters from streets and reducing curb cuts,
spring.
parking areas, and parking islands to allow storm water sheet fl
into vegetated areas;
using devices such as rain gardens, vegetated swales, infiltrati
trenches, and underground dry wells to increase storage volume
As called for in , the City should continue to
Clearwater Greenprint
and facilitate infiltration;
explore ways to incentivize and promote the use of energy and
grading parking and landscaped areas to lengthen flow paths and
water conservation in the design of new and the retrofit of exis
increase runoff travel times;
buildings. Specifically relevant to the US 19 corridor are
Clearwater
maintaining natural drainage divides to keep flow paths disperse
recommendations calling for the creation of new Community
Greenprint
disconnecting roof downspouts from drainage systems and
Development Code provisions related to localized energy producti
redirecting stormwater into vegetated areas or water collection
through the installation of solar panels or compact wind turbine
devices;
energy efficiency and conservation measures for new construction
installing vegetated roofs or garden roofs;
substantial renovation.
using native plants (or adaptable species) to establish an adapt
and low-maintenance landscape that requires less irrigation and
The City also should explore regulatory strategies to minimize the use
appropriate for the climatic conditions; and
of irrigation, incentivize the use of reclaimed water where avai
using naturally occurring bio-chemical processes in plants locat
promote the on-site capture and reuse of rainwater for irrigatio
in vegetated swales and rain gardens.
water efficiency efforts should promote the use of efficient toi
urinals, and rinsing and cleaning facilities. The City should a
LID designs can also be designed to achieve on-site reuse of rai
techniques to use heating, ventilating, and cooling (HVAC) syste
and water conservation. By using above-ground LID devices to ch
condensate as on-site alternative water supply for use in toilet
and collect rainwater from roofs and using sub-surface facilitie
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Appendix A - Context Maps
LIST OF MAPS
Map 1. Existing Land Use
Map 2. Corridor Development Area
Map 3. Corridor Development Area - Development Intensity
Map 4. Corridor Development Area - Market Value
Map 5. Corridor Development Area - Low Market Value & Intensity
Map 6. Corridor Development Area - Building Value Percent of Tot
Map 7. Year Built
Map 8. Parks, Recreation Facilities & Trails
Map 9. Wetlands
Map 10. Wildlife Habitats
Map 11. Flood Hazard Areas
Map 12. Future Land Use
Map 13. City of Clearwater Zoning
Map 14. Vehicle Access & Circulation
Map 15. Roadway Network Existing Level of Service - 2011
Map 16. Existing Sidewalk Network
Map 17. Existing & Proposed Transit Service
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Map 1. Existing Land Use
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Majesty Dr
Summerdale Dr
Belle Haven Dr
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Ranchwood Dr
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Sue Dr
Tan
Grantwood Ave
Grove Dr
Sky Harbor
Evans Dr
Albany Dr
Albemarle Rd
Verde Dr
Ragland Ave
10th St
US 19 CorridorAgriculturalResidential - Single-FamilyResidential - OtherCommercialInstitutionalPublic Ownership
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Data Sources: Pinellas County Property Appraiser and HDR, Inc.
US 19 Study AreaGolf CourseResidential - 2 to 4 FamilyResidential - Mobile HomeOfficeMiscellaneousWater Bodies
Miles
Clearwater Planning AreaParks & RecreationResidential - Multi-FamilyMobile Home ParkIndustrialVacant
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Map 2. Corridor Development Area
Mil-Ray Dr
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Katherine
Ter
Hillcreek Cir
Tangle
County Road 90
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Majesty Dr
Summerdale Dr
Belle Haven Dr
lewood
Bramb
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Timberview Dr
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Ranchwood Dr
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Sue Dr
Tan
Grantwood Ave
Grove Dr
Sky Harbor
Evans Dr
Albany Dr
Albemarle Rd
Verde Dr
Ragland Ave
10th St
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US 19 CorridorCity of ClearwaterAgriculturalResidential - Single-FamilyResidential - OtherCommercialInstitutionalPublic Ownership
Data Sources: Pinellas County Property Appraiser and HDR, Inc.
US 19 Study AreaNon-City ParcelsGolf CourseResidential - 2 to 4 FamilyResidential - Mobile HomeOfficeMiscellaneous
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Map 7. Year Built
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Map 8. Parks, Recreation Facilities & Trails
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Map 11. Flood Hazard Areas
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Map 15. Roadway Network Existing Level of Service - 2011
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Map 16. Existing Sidewalk Network
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Map 17. Existing & Proposed Transit Service
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Appendix B - Case Studies
The case studies on the following pages have been prepared to il
planning and design concepts relevant to the US 19 corridor plan
effort. The case studies include two describing suburban shoppi
malls that have been redeveloped into multi-use town centers, on
highlighting Low Impact Development design strategies, and a
final describing a district-wide redevelopment effort incorporat
sustainable design and planning strategies.
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CASE STUDY 1: WINTER PARK VILLAGE
Project Overview
Located four miles north of downtown Orlando and two miles east
Winter Park Village is a 525,000 square foot mixed-use redevelop
located on the site of the former Winter Park Mall. Completed in
400,000 square foot Winter Park Mall was the regions first encl
The mall opened in competition with nearby Park Avenue, Winter P
traditional main street. Typical of other enclosed regional mall
by surface parking, the mall did well for several decades, but s
tenants and customers during the 1980s and 1990s. Most of the ma
demolished, except the Dillards department store.
Developed in 1997, Winter Park Village was designed to extend an
increase the intricacy of the grid system to integrate the site
neighborhoods and to provide civic space. A Main Street lined
story buildings with ground-level retail was created through the
the site terminating at a movie theater. Secondary streets were
to provide connectivity within the site.
The primary objective of the development team was to establish a
sense of place in what had been a typical 1960s-era enclosed sho
Project Data
set in a sea of asphalt. After original redevelopment plans we
Location: US 17-92 and Webster Road, Winter Park, Florida
the City pushed for new urbanist, mixed-use project that would t
Site Area: 40 acres
the site into an urban village that could complement downtown Wi
Total Square Footage: 525,000 sf
Park and recently renovated Park Avenue. Although the project wa
- Retail: 350,000 sf (including an 84,000 sf movie theater)
for funding from the City due to its location in a blighted area
- Office: 115,000 sf (including 80,000 sf over retail space)
district, the developer decided not to pursue a public-private p
- Residential: 58 loft residential units over retail space
The developer changed the original plans, which removed the need
Developer: Don M. Casto Organization/Casto Southeast
this partnership to obtain public funding to support additional
Design Team: Dover, Kohl & Partners; Dorsky Hodgson + Partners
development and structured parking.
(now Dorsky Hodgson Parrish Yue); Glatting Kercher Anglin Lopez
Rinehart; Gibbs Planning Group
Mix of Uses
Designed around a Dillards department store that was not demoli
along with the rest of the enclosed mall, the property is center
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hybrid retail center with 350,000 square feet of retail and 140,
feet of office space featuring national chain retail and enterta
Initially, Dillards was the only tenant to remain, however, the
store chose not to renew its lease in 1999. The former Dillard
reused with additional retailers and restaurants on the ground f
residential and commercial lofts on the second story in 2001.
Today, the retail and entertainment anchors include Regal Winter
Village Stadium 20 cinema, Publix, and many high-end national re
and restaurants. The site includes the Lofts at Winter Park Vil
for-lease residences and commercial space above ground-floor ret
old Dillards. Offices are located throughout the site includin
second floor of buildings along the main street. A proposal to
large vacant out-parcel building formerly occupied by a Borders
retail streets. Separate out-parcel buildings and big-box store
was approved in March 2012. The large building will be replaced
to the peripheral arterial roadways, and many of the building fa
smaller footprint drive-thru coffee shop and bank.
oriented towards the interior of the site, leaving multiple blan
outwards.
Form & Character
The site in general is not well integrated with the surrounding
The project includes a central pedestrian-scale streetscape with
includes strip retail centers, suburban office buildings, other
two-story buildings aligned along a main street and several seco
structures and both single-family homes and low-rise apartment b
streets, many of which tie into the citys existing street grid.
Additional uses and density, especially at the periphery of the
street system restores the street grid that was obliterated when
included in future phases to fully transform the site into a wal
Park Mall was constructed. The central shopping street is organ
rise, mixed-use district.
intersection and is lined with small shops with second story off
end of the T, centered on the main street, is the movie theate
Project Resources
with small street-facing eateries.
Ellen Dunham-Jones and June Williamson, Retrofitting Suburbia: Urban
The plan originally included a substantial amount of public gree
Solutions for Redesigning Suburbs.
this was eliminated during the design phase. The remaining spac
Winter Park Village. www.shopwinterparkvillage.net.
across from the cinema and, although small at roughly 7,700 squa
Lofts at Winter Park Village. www.theloftsatwpv.com.
offers grass, trees, benches, and a fountain. Landscaping and b
scattered throughout the development.
The perimeter of the site is filled with large, surface parking
provide the same pedestrian-friendly walking environments as the
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CASE STUDY 2: THE STREETS AT SOUTHGLENN
Project Overview
The Streets at SouthGlenn is the redevelopment of regional South
Mall site that was originally constructed in 1974 in unincorpora
Arapahoe County, approximately 11 miles south of Denver. In 199
Chicago-based Walton Street Capital, LLC acquired the property a
began exploring redevelopment options. The City of Centennial w
incorporated in 2001 and included the SouthGlenn Mall site. The
close proximity to Denver-area premier neighborhoods.
In 2005, the property was sold to Alberta Development Partners,
who worked with the City to revise development regulations to al
for a high-end, mixed-use project. The City rezoned the propert
late 2005 and formed the Centennial Urban Redevelopment Authorit
(CURA). The SouthGlenn Metropolitan District was formed with a
service plan that allows the District to raise up to $85 million
Project Data
infrastructure improvements through the sale of bonds. The Distr
power to impose an additional property tax to finance improvemen
Location: South University Boulevard and East Arapahoe Road,
transportation, flood control, utilities and other public needs.
Centennial, Colorado
Site Area: 73 acres
Construction began in 2006 on the Streets at SouthGlenn, a 77-ac
Total Square Footage: 2.1 million sf total project (including 1.
complex offering 1.8 million square feet of retail, office, and
sf new construction)
space. The majority of the mall was removed, except the Macys
- Retail: 917,000 sf (including 196,000 sf of major anchors, 122,0
department stores. The $308 million project was completed in Au
of junior anchors, 282,000 sf of specialty retail and restaurant
2009, and is now a regional, urban shopping destination as varie
33,000 sf pad sites)
as the city with upscale retail and restaurant offerings and as
- Office: 140,000 sf (including 97,000 sf Pearson eCollege)
- Public Library: 19,000 sf
and comfortable as the suburbs with luxury apartments, parks and
- Residential: 202 for-rent luxury apartments
promenades. The Streets at SouthGlenn energizes the area by prov
Developer: Alberta Development Partners, LLC in partnership wi
distinctive shopping, dining, working and living experiences.
Walton Street Capital, LLC
Design Team: SEM Architects, CommArts Design, Mulhern &
Mix of Uses
Associates, CLC Associates, Russell Davis Associates, Saunders
The Streets at SouthGlenn features a gourmet natural foods marke
Construction, Inc., The Weitz Company, Ledcor, Colorado First
Construction, Catamount Constructors, The Beck Group
cinema, and high-end national and local restaurants and retailer
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Redevelopment during a recession resulted in a delayed completio
sites major tenants include two department stores (Macys and S
change in the original plans from 350 for-sale condominiums to 2
remained open in their existing structures during the redevelopm
for-rent apartments in the The Portola at SouthGlenn.
Other major tenants include Whole Foods Market, Dicks Sporting
Best Buy, and Staples. The development includes numerous nationa
A Silver LEED certified building, the Offices at SouthGlenn is a
chain and local restaurants, a 24-Hour Fitness, and a 14-screen
square foot, five-story office building with ground-floor retail
Theaters. A large retail space intended for a Barnes and Noble
currently 100 percent occupied. Pearsons eCollege is the princ
vacant. The site is served by a 1,700-space parking structure a
with 97,000 square feet on three stories. The building offers f
surface parking.
parking with 4 spaces per 1,000 square foot. Other public and i
uses within the site include a Southglenn Public Library branch
University of Phoenix.
Form & Character
The site plan was designed around two existing department store
structures from SouthGlenn Mall and was developed around an inte
street grid that connects to the surrounding area with buildings
within nine development blocks. Mixed uses are vertically integ
the nine blocks, with 22 new buildings with ground-floor retail
and residential space on the upper floors of two buildings.
At the heart of the property is an open-air village centered aro
Commons Park, an urban park with mature landscaping, including
transplanted trees from the existing site, and a grand fountain.
park features a fireplace, a living Christmas tree, hosts a farm
holiday ice rink, and seasonal entertainment fully funded by the
Miscellaneous Features
The formation of CURA in November 2005 and definition of an urba
renewal area allowed the use of tax increment financing (TIF) to
public infrastructure at the Streets of SouthGlenn. This includ
lighting, stormwater drainage structures, parking garages, surfa
fire protection improvements, and other public-related needs. T
is implemented through a public finance agreement between the Ci
of Centennial, CURA, the SouthGlenn Metropolitan District, and S
Southglenn, LLC signed March 20, 2006.
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an additional small mill levy assessment to fund operating and p
maintenance expenses.
Resources
Streets at SouthGlenn. www.shopsouthglenn.com; www.shopsouthgle
According to the Denver Business Journal, City of Centennial off
com/uploaded-files/Redevelopment%20Story%20rev5.pdf.
reported that the center generated $2.4 million in sales tax rev
Denver Business Journal (1.13.2012). www.bizjournals.com/denver
According to the developer, the center has some great local rest
edition/2012/01/13/denver-area-outdoor-shopping-areas.html.
retailers who are preforming well; some retailers increased comp
Alberta Development Partners. www.albdev.com/images/pics/
store sales year-over-year 8 or 9 percent, and as much as 26 to
StreetsatSGfactsheet091609.pdf.
for others. The centers foot traffic increased 40 percent from
Colorado Construction. http://colorado.construction.com/feature
and another 20 percent from 2010 to 2011.
archive/2009/0609_Ca_SouthGlenn.asp.
CLC Associates. www.clcassoc.com/pdf/CPW_StreetsAtSouthGlenn.pd
In 2009, a 51-member group of business partners joined together
Portola at SouthGlenn. www.shopsouthglenn.com/leasing/residenti
the Streets at SouthGlenn Business Association. This organizati
City of Centennial. www.centennialcolorado.com/DocumentCenter/H
partnership with South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce to promo
View/2687.
and market the businesses and other tenants within the property.
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known as Low Impact Development (LID), are being developed to mi
CASE STUDY 3: BEST PRACTICES IN LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT
natural processes. LID designs allow rainfall to filter through
to remove sediments and pollutants and provide for longer detent
Low Impact Development Strategies
periods to allow time for infiltration. LID designs which emplo
Overview of LID
small treatment measures distributed throughout a watershed can
effective and less costly than traditional systems that collect
Sprawling commercial and housing developments with large impervi
pipe systems and transports large volumes to centralized ponds a
surface areasroofs, roads, and parking lotsdrastically affect
hydrology of an area. As stormwater flows across these surfaces
LID Goals
pollutants, and fertilizers are picked up and carried to streams
wetlands, and bays. And pollutants are not the only problemimp
LID approaches area designed to achieve the following broad goal
surfaces block the natural infiltration of a large portion of ra
ground. As natural filtration is blocked, rainwater runs off, t
Reduce impervious area (e.g., roads, parking lots, and roofs) to
pipes, and is discharged into receiving wetlands and surface wat
maximum extent possible. Examples include minimizing the size of
Although traditional stormwater management systems are effective
lots and building vertically to lessen building footprints.
Increase infiltration by replacing standard pavement with pervio
reducing peak runoff rates, their design typically allows the fu
pavement or vegetation.
runoff to be discharged. Even if contaminant concentrations are
Lengthen flow paths, slow down runoff and detain water onsite wi
most standard designs allow high amounts of pollutants to run of
parking lot islands, vegetated depressions (rain gardens) or bio
receiving water bodies.
ponds/enhanced wetlands.
Promote livable, aesthetically pleasing concentrated development
The old paradigm that viewed stormwater as a waste product requi
surrounded by green spaces.
management is being replaced by a new paradigm that views stormw
as a valuable, beneficial resource. New practices and design st
LID designs by Ekistics Design Studio for parking at the Florida
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LID Benefits
Example Cost Estimates for LID Measures
Benefits of using LID approaches to manaage stormwater include t
(1)(2)
Type of Best Management PracticeCost per sfCost per Gal.
following:
Distributed Bio-Retention
Swales$5 - $20
Reduced stormwater infrastructure costsretaining more stormwate
site allows smaller collection pipes and treatment ponds, and sw
Rain Gardens$10 - $17
reduce curb and gutter costs.
Curb Bumpouts, New$30 $10.86
Reduced long-term maintenance through use of distributed infiltr
Improved water quality as physical and biological processes redu
Bio-retention Planter Boxes$8 - $15$26.83
nutrient loads and metals.
Tree Boxes$10 - $15$10.80 - $23.36
Conservation of potable water and reduced expense of irrigation
fertilizer.
$7 - $15$4.62
Pervious Pavement with Gravel Bed
Enhanced aesthetics improves property values.
$5-50$22.68
Green Roofs - Extensive & Intensive
Restoration of natural habitats improves biodiversity.
Increased water recharge to groundwater.
(1)
Lancaster, PA, Green Infrastructure Plan, 2011.
(2)
Kansas City Green Solutions Unit Costs, 2009.
Costs: LID vs. Traditional Design
Although LID is often perceived as being more expensive than tra
stormwater management this is not always the case. While a LID
In cost/benefit analyses it is appropriate to use only extra or
such as pervious pavement will cost more than standard pavement,
costs of LID over a standard alternative. In other words, if a
reduced cost of other stormwater infrastructure may make it less
considered when a new roof is planned, the extra cost of the gre
overall. Detailed cost comparisons of conventional versus LID d
should be compared to its benefits, since the roof must be repla
in 17 case studies examined by the Environmental Protection Agen
In a 2011 study published in Stormwater Journal, the marginal ca
capital cost savings of 15 to 80 percent with LID, with only a f
for a green roof was estimated at $14 per square foot.
Other studies estimate LID capital cost savings in the range of
percent over conventional stormwater management. Research condu
Although costs and savings vary by site and design specifics, ev
in 2001 by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
suggests the use of LID can result in significant savings in bot
showed the cost of curb, gutter and piping systems to range from
construction and life-cycle project costs.
$50 per linear foot. The elimination of one mile of curb and gu
decrease infrastructure and storm conveyance costs by approximat
$230,000 (assuming an average of $45 per linear foot). By retro
an area experiencing periodic flooding with rain gardens, Maplew
Minnesota saved about 10 percent over upgrading the existing sys
a curb and gutter system.
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Pervious Pavement & Vegetated Swales
Project Example: LID at the Florida Aquarium
In 1995, three elements of LID were incorporated into the design
and landscape areas at the Florida Aquarium in Tampa. The 11.25
parking lot for the Aquarium was divided into four pavement/swal
one of which served as a control consisting of standard asphalt
an asphalt paved collection swale. The other three sections used
swales to collect runoff from standard asphalt, concrete pavemen
pervious pavement. Runoff from the parking areas was directed i
channels planted with wetland trees (strands) and finally throug
treatment pond before being discharged into Tampa Bay.
To assess the effectiveness of the designs, more than 50 storms
observed over a two year period. Runoff volume and water qualit
was collected at the exit from each swale, the strand, and the f
outlet to isolate performance data for each LID feature. Compar
asphalt pavement and asphalt swale (the control section), result
moderate decreases of about 36 percent in runoff volume by addin
vegetated swales to standard asphalt and concrete pavement. The
integrating both pervious pavement and a vegetated swale produce
least runoff, in the range of 80 to 90 percent reduction in volu
results showed that significant infiltration continued in the st
pond, so that only one storm discharged from the pond into Tampa
Pervious pavements and vegetated swales at the Florida Aquarium.
Runoff from all other storms was completely retained on-site.
Design Considerations
Levels of pollutants, including suspended solids, ammonia, nitra
Pervious pavements are often a key feature in LID designs. Perv
nitrogen, ortho-phosphorus, total phosphorus, copper, iron, lead
pavement allows water to flow through them, filtering some pollu
zinc were also monitored. Water quality data analysis showed la
and providing surfaces for bacterial removal of nutrients. Some
reductions, especially from the pervious pavement and vegetated
is sacrificed in exchange, making them most suitable for low tra
where more than 75 percent of suspended solids and metals were r
such as parking lots and driveways. Many types of pervious pave
when compared to the control asphalt section. Phosphorus was th
available with differing permeability, appearances, and cost, bu
exception, as its concentration increased after passing over the
capable of detaining and treating stormwater to a similar degree
areas. Nitrogen concentration reductions were modest; however,
asphalt and concrete contain similar materials to standard pavem
the large volume reduction, the total loads of nitrogen and phos
have little or no fine aggregate, creating void spaces typically
discharged were very small.
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percent. Other types of pavers or flexible plastic grid systems
Pervious Pavement Pollutant Removal & Unit Costs
voids of 10 to 40 percent. Initial rates of permeability usuall
Pollutant TypePercent Removal
over time with partial clogging, but with proper maintenance, al
function can easily be restored.
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)85% - 95%
Total Phosphorus (SRP)65% - 85%
Soil with an infiltration rate of at least 0.5 inches/hour is su
Total Nitrogen (TN)80% - 85%
under pervious pavement, but perforated drainage pipe may be use
areas with unsuitable soil. In some locations, the soil may hav
Nitrate (as N)30%
permeability for infiltration, but a high groundwater level may
Metals98%
the use of pervious pavement. A depth of one foot between the ag
Material TypeCost
storage bed and seasonal high groundwater is needed, and drainag
must be above the seasonal high groundwater table to maintain po
Pervious Asphalt$0.5 - $1 per sf
drainage.
Pervious Concrete$2 - $7 per sf
Concrete Pavers$5 - $10 per sf
Since pervious pavement relies on open pore spaces for water to
through, it is important pores are not blocked or sealed. To en
Excavation$8 - $10 per sy
pervious paving systems must be properly designed and installed
Aggregate$30 - $35 per sy
an experienced contractor. Sites must also be graded to prevent
Geotextile Fabric 0.70 - $1.00 per sf
from washing onto pavement and the open pores both during and af
construction. Pervious pavements have been shown to outlast sta
asphalt and equal or exceed the life of concrete. Some installa
now been functioning well for 15 to 20 years.
Some clogging from dust and fine particles is acceptable, as pav
voids are many times greater than in the underlying soil, and pa
clogging does not mean sealing. However, maintenance can not be
Maintenance
ignored, and materials such as mulch and sand should never be pl
Periodic inspection and cleaning are required to maintain struct
top of pervious pavements.
integrity and porosity of pervious pavement systems. Annual ins
should be completed to evaluate structural integrity, and period
Data published by the Wisconsin DOT from a series of studies of
inspections, especially after large storms, should be completed
pervious pavements have shown similar abilities to remove pollut
ponding and if sediment is washing onto pavement. Where erosion
results are shown below, along with a sample of costs (from 2005
evident, landscape and drainage improvements should be completed
reported for the pavements. Other studies have shown lower leve
Cleaning also may be required. Blowers can be used to remove le
nutrient removal, but generally agree that high levels of total
pine needles as needed and vacuum street sweepers may be used an
solids (TSS), metals, and hydrocarbons are removed.
or as needed to remove dirt from pavement voids. Pressure washe
also be used, but runoff from pressure washing should be treated
water treatment plant to avoid introducing pollutants into recei
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Bio-retention & Detention Options
Design Strategies
Bio-retention (e.g., swales, rain gardens, parking lot islands)
to be an effective method of managing stormwater. Water is dire
depressed vegetated area where it either infiltrates into the so
up by plants. Total runoff volume can be drastically reduced as
small and moderate sized storms is captured and retained (kept a
released). Alternately, bio-detention methods are similar, but
filtered by plants and soil, it is collected in a pipe and disch
Each bio-retention area generally serves two acres or less.
Although rain gardens are often thought of for use in residentia
are equally suitable for commercial sites. Rain gardens can be
range of landscaped areas, including in parking lot islands and
planters along buildings, streets, and sidewalks.
With detention methods, water quality benefits come primarily fr
sedimentation and filtration. Retention methods have additional
benefits capturing and infiltrating stormwater. As the Florida
case study illustrated, almost all runoff can be retained on sit
concentrations in runoff from vegetated areas at times can actua
increased (particularly from swales) over baseline concentration
nutrient loads are much less due to decreases in discharge volum
Project Example: Rain Gardens in Burnsville, Minnesota
The community of Burnsville, in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro
area, compared runoff volumes from two adjoining residential
neighborhoods to measure the effectiveness of small distributed
gardens. In one neighborhood 17 individual lots were retrofitte
add rain gardens; the second neighborhood provided a control wit
changes. For the retrofitted lots, existing curb and gutters we
so that stormwater from the streets would travel across a filter
flow into a rain garden. A drop of about six inches between the
and the filter strip provides positive drainage, and the rain ga
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to 18 inches deep. The design captures and infiltrates at least
Maintenance
inch of runoff. Flow data were collected over a three year peri
Homeowners maintain the rain gardens in Burnsville. Similar to
2005) beginning one year before the retrofit project. This veri
landscaped areas, periodic weeding, pruning, replacement of mulc
hydrology of the neighborhoods was very similar (they produced a
any dead plants is needed. With a careful selection of plants,
the same amounts of runoff from any storm).
extra irrigation is needed after establishment. Sediment will c
points where stormwater enters the rain garden (or other bio-fil
Attempts were made to collect runoff samples for water quality a
It should be removed as needed, possibly every two to three year
however the amount of runoff was reduced so significantly that i
training, landscaping companies or municipal employees could do
difficult to obtain samples, and equipment problems led to too f
work. However, the experience in Burnsville illustrated that pr
quality samples being obtained for statistical analysis. Howeve
collection may be an easier, but still cost-effective method to
results of the flow monitoring reported in 2006 showed the rain
filtration treatment for stormwater.
reduced the total runoff volume about 90 percent. Total nutrient
pollutant loads were assumed to be reduced by a similar amount.
Enhanced Stormwater Ponds & Constructed Wetlands
After five years, a follow-up study was done. While infiltratio
Design Strategies
rain gardens were still satisfactory, inspection showed that sed
Wet detention ponds have been the mainstay for stormwater manage
the street was building up on the filter strips, and in many cas
and treatment in much of Florida. Wet ponds usually detain 0.5
blocking entry into the rain garden. Overall, about half of the
of runoff and function to reduce peak runoff from the contributi
was bypassing the rain gardens and not being captured. To corre
While these ponds meet minimum permit requirements for water qua
problem, the City decided to install structural pre-treatment de
treatment, with modification they can provide additional benefit
small sumps below the curb cuts. Sediment collects in the sump
water enters the rain gardens rather than being deposited on the
Project Example: The Stormwater Ecological Enhancement Project
strips. The City then uses a vacuum truck to remove accumulated
from the sumps. The initial cost for each of the pre-treatment
The Stormwater Ecological Enhancement Project (SEEP) on the Univ
about $1,700, and maintenance is expected to cost about $50 per
Florida campus began as a standard three acre retention pond wit
(2010 costs).
biological diversity. Large buildings, roads and parking lots i
watershed drain to SEEP- impervious areas that generate about 47
An analysis was done to estimate the cost per pound of removing
cubic feet of runoff annually above natural conditions.
suspended solids (TSS) and total phosphorous (TP) and the cost p
feet to reduce runoff volume over a 20 year life. The rain gard
In 1995 the previous flat bottom basin was recontoured to create
found to be a cost effective method to remove TSS, comparable to
(an initial pool) where water enters, slows, deposits most suspe
costs for removal in a constructed wetland. Unit costs to remov
material, and is discharged through a weir to the rest of the ba
gardens were found to be about 70 percent more than in wetlands.
then follows a winding path through varying depths. The reconto
construction was found to be about 20 to 30 percent less expensi
basin was planted with native wetland plants capable of removing
retrofit projects.
pollutants, which also enhances aesthetic and ecological values.
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The variety of plants and aquatic habitats attract abundant wild
including birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians to the site.
prior to re-contouring and planting, there were 32 plant species
recruited naturally into the basin consisting mostly of cattails
plant diversity had increased to more than 120 species distribut
range of hydrologic tolerances. The appearance and function of
has changed to that of a well-developed natural wetland.
The quality of water discharged from the SEEP is improved throug
processes. About 85 percent of runoff entering the SEEP passes
the forebay where the majority of suspended sediment and contami
are deposited. Water slowly exits the forebay into a cypress sw
flows into a shallow marsh and finally into a deep water pond.
flow path and multiple cells of varying depths prevent short-cir
lengthen detention time, and promote a variety of physical and b
processes to increase the uptake of nutrients and removal of pol
The SEEP also serves as an educational asset for the community.
boardwalk and interpretive signs are posted around the perimeter
learn about the role of wetlands in filtering stormwater, the pl
aquatic species in the SEEP, water quality parameters and the in
human activities on surface and groundwater.
Water Quality
The deep pools were originally expected to hold a permanent pool
University of
but instead the pools regularly draw down during dry seasons. T Photos of the Stormwater Ecological Enhancement Project (SEEP) a
a particular problem, as many wetlands experience wet and dry cy
Florida showing deep pools (top) and elements of the weir syste
nitrogen (N) and phosphorous (P) levels typically increase as wa
rise following dry periods as mineralization of organic matter i
and metal contaminants. Zinc and cadmium levels are elevated wi
releases some of the previously absorbed N and P into the water.
forebay and total suspended solids (TSS) are high near each of t
the initial flux of nutrients is not discharged from the basin;
inflow points.
trapped in the ponds and re-assimilated. Nitrogen concentration
significantly higher in the forebay, dropping as water travels t
Average monthly water quality values within the SEEP forebay and
SEEP. When the basin is continuously flooded, P concentrations
final outlet are provided in the table below. Ammonia (NH4), th
same pattern. Data indicates that the forebay captures most sed
common form of nitrogen in stormwater, is converted to other for
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percent open water and inlets designed to capture suspended soli
SEEP Water Quality Data Compared with Other Wetlands
Wetlands should be designed to maintain a permanent water pool.
Forebay Outlet Fraction Median In /Out
Concentration Concentration Removed in Concentrations in
Maintenance
(1)
Nutrientmg/Lmg/LLower SEEPWetlands mg/l
Periodic inspections, clearing of trash and removal of dead vege
are the primary maintenance tasks after plants are established.
(2)
NH40.0570.03433%NA
draft Stormwater Quality Applicants Handbook for Florida contai
(3)
NOx0.0180.01227%0.24 / 0.08
suitable plants for littoral and freshwater aquatic plants and o
TN(4)0.6990.899-29%NA
information. Sediment should be removed from the forebay after
percent of the water quality treatment volume has been filled.
(5)
SRP0.1560.06955%0.08 / 0.05
has not required sediment removal, but it is difficult to estima
(6)
TP0.270.17845%0.13 / 0.08
volume reduction.
(1)
International Stormwater BMP Database, July 2012.
(2)
Ammonia.
Green Roofs
(3) Nitrogen Oxide.
(4) Total Nitrogen.
Design Strategies
(5)
Soluble Reactive Phosphorous.
Green roofs are a multi-purpose stormwater management technique,
(6)
Total Phosphorous.
which provide many other benefits, as detailed below. Life-cycle
analysis shows they are investments that provide a much greater
of financial reward than of loss. Green roofs are classified as
the wetland. Nitrogen oxides (NOx) are present in the atmospher
intensive based on their depth of growing media which determines
to the combustion of fossil fuels and are picked up by rainwater
type of plants they will support. The vast majority of green roo
reactive phosphorous (SRP) is the form phosphorous most readily
are extensive (less than six inches depth of root zone).
to plants and algae.
Nitrogen levels in the SEEP forebay are lower than the median inIncorporating green roofs has the potential to provide major ben
value for other wetlands, but the forebay samples are taken afteincluding the following:
due to sediment deposition have already occurred. Actual concen
Reduces Peak Volume of Stormwater Runoff. The reduction is prim
in the SEEP influent will be higher. SEEP phosphorous levels ar
a function of the depth of media and cistern storage capacity, b
higher, likely due to high phosphate content in the underlying r
runoff volume can be reduced by 65 to 85 percent for extensive g
percent removed is also higher). Nutrient removal levels appear
roofs.
reasonable when compared to other wetlands.
Improves Building Energy Efficiency. Typically 10 to 20 percent
buildings, depending on the building design and media depth. In
Design Considerations
roofs with greater media depth offer better energy performance,
Recommendations for constructed wetlands in the Florida Administ
increase weight and structural costs to support the roof. Poorl
Code 40C-42 include a residence time no less than 14 days, less
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buildings with a large portion of their cooling loads attributed
transfer through the roof can benefit the most. Well insulated
with cooling requirements heavily influenced by ventilation, int
heat sources or solar gain through windows, should expect lower
efficiency gains from green roofs.
Mitigates Heat Island Effect. Buildings and areas of dark pavem
more heat than vegetation. Urban areas with populations of one-m
people can have average daily temperatures of about 2 to 5°F war
surrounding rural areas, and evening temperatures as much as 22°
Air conditioning energy costs, greenhouse gasses and air polluti
increased by this phenomenon. Green roofs help to reduce surrou
temperatures.
Extends Roof Life. A green roof significantly enhances the life
materials by mitigating the peak temperatures from about 145°F t
more tolerable range of 85-95°F. Green roofs are expected to hav
of 40 to 55 years.
Improves Water Quality. Urban rainwater contains air pollutants
mercury, sulfur and nitrogen oxides. Asphalt shingles and other
materials are also sources of pollutants, which stormwater from
roofs is able to avoid, since these materials are not used in gr
construction.
Supports Biodiversity. A variety of plants may be grown, attrac
pollinators and birds.
Improves Aesthetics. If located where the green roof can be view
accessed) by employees or the public, this can be an unquantifia
significant benefit.
Green roof photos from University of Floridas Charles R. Perry
Project Example: Charles R. Perry Construction Yard
The Charles R. Perry Construction Yard at the University of Flor
temperatures on roofs than when planted in landscapes. The tempe
constructed in 2007, is an extensive green roof with a surface a
of exposed green roof media at UF has been measured up to 165°F.
square feet and a media depth of five inches. Excess rainwater
root systems and depth of growing media must be considered. Nat
in cisterns, capable of storing 3,100 gallons. This serves about
wildflowers, grasses and succulents (primarily sedums) are used
of the irrigation needs for the roof; the remainder is supplied
roofs. However, sedums may prefer cooler, dryer conditions and
reclaimed water.
organic material than Florida natives. Annual plants should be
they leave bare spaces in the winter.
Experience with UFs green roof has emphasized the importance of
selection for withstanding Florida heat. Plants will be exposed
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A study of the effects of hurricane strength wind on green roofs
Additional Information & Resources
completed at UF in 2012. Various plants grown in modular trays
Incentives to Promote LID
built-in-place (BIP) trays typical of extensive green roofs were
120 miles per hour wind. Failures occurred with the modular tra
Reduce stormwater fees.
Restructure stormwater fees to be based on percent of impervious
the BIP units. Although some scouring of growing media was expe
Use grant or city funds to cover increased marginal costs from s
it was not severe. Damage to plants was mostly limited to loss
measures, such as green roofs or pervious pavement.
and some leaves, but no catastrophic losses occurred, and plants
Construct demonstration projects on private property.
generally be expected to recover. Designed correctly, green roo
Offer priority review of development submission.
withstand significant wind.
Waive re-submission fee if additional review is required for LID
Credit vegetated or infiltration LID areas toward required open
Design Considerations
Publicly recognition signs on site and on-line on citys websi
University of Floridas LID manual recommends that runoff volume
Education programs with rain barrel giveaways and painting event
calculations for green roofs be based on National Resource Conse
Service curve number values for open space and hydrologic soils
Implementation Steps
(Standard designations A - D describe how permeable soil is to w
Engage all interested parties in setting short and long-term goa
rainfall volumes equal to about three times the medias maximum
community.
retention volume.
Research and adapt suitable ordinances/development policies.
Educate the development community, business owners and the publi
To assist in design of green roofs, a study for the Florida Depa
Jointly identify real or perceived obstacles to LID and any admi
Environmental Protection by the Stormwater Management Academy at
other changes needed to remove them.
the University of Central Florida calculated the volume reductio
Decide what incentives the City can provide.
be expected for a range of cistern storage sizes for green roofs
Develop demonstration projects on public or private properties.
locations in Florida. Their results indicated that in the Tampa
Locate funding if needed to implement LID development program.
roof system with two inches of storage would reduce runoff by 77
Reevaluate and adapt policies or regulations as needed.
while a system with 5 inches of storage could achieve up to an 8
stormwater volume reduction.
Sample Municipal Ordinances
Jennifer Bitting and Christopher Kloss, Low Impact Development C
Maintenance
Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure, Municipal Handbo
Green Infrastructure Retrofit Policies, Dec 2008. http://www.se
Maintaining the plants is the primary requirement for extensive
Files/Services/Links/National/incentivemechanismssept08.pdf.
Appropriate drought tolerant plants will require little maintena
Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure, Municipal Handbo
establishment. They should be inspected monthly and weeded as ne
Green Infrastructure Retrofit Policies. This is one in a series
The drains and irrigation system should be checked to ensure the
local officials implement green infrastructure. http://water.ep
clear and operating correctly. Inspection of the cistern, pump,
infrastructure/greeninfrastructure/upload/gi_munichandbook_retro
to the roof should be performed. The waterproofing membrane will
pdf.
inspection, especially around roof penetrations and edges.
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Local Government Environmental Assistance Network has many resouresources/green-infrastructure-plan/. http://www.saveitlancaste
to offer. http://www.lgean.org/water/stormwater.htm. resources/city-ordinances/.
Orlando, FL. Through its Urban Stormwater Retrofit program, th
of Orlando uses a multi-disciplinary team to evaluate specific s
Cities Promoting LID Retrofits
stormwater retrofits, identifying pollutants and options to impr
Alpharetta, GA Constructed demonstration projects include a gr
quality. Many stormwater treatment lakes and wetlands are now am
permeable pavement, wetland, and bio-retention at a city park in
within mixed land use areas, including commercial and multi-fami
http://www.alpharetta.ga.us/index.php?p=426.
Green spaces are connected into a framework of parks. Greenwood
Bremerton, WA. The City of Bremerton , Washington is implementi
Wetlands Park adjoins both a major highway and residential neigh
along a major transportation route serving downtown commercial
http://www.werf.org/liveablecommunities/studies_orlando_fl.htm.
residential areas in a fully developed urban area. One example:
Portland, Oregon. Portland Oregons Green Streets Program is re
for 300 feet of conventional stormwater catch basins and pipes s
all piped stormwater management system with one that incorporate
parking lot was changed to pervious pavement over an infiltratio
http://www.portlandonline.com/bes/index.cfm?c=44407&.
at a competitive price. The City found that LID has the potentia
Wilmington, NC. The City of Wilmington, North Carolina received
cost savings. http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/wq/stormwater/munic
319 grant for stormwater retrofits, creating stormwater wetlands
LID/Creating anLIDEnvironUltraUrbanSettingPart2.pdf.
bio-retention in an urban mixed-use basin with successful partne
Chicago, IL. The City of Chicagos Green Permit Program uses a
between city, state and community groups. http://ascelibrary.org
incentive system to promote LID and other green building through
abs/10.1061/41009%28333%29115.
certification. Tier 1 is an expedited permitting process and re
Tier 2 is an additional fee reduction, to a $25,000 limit. http
General LID References
savings/chicago-green-permit-and-green-homes-programs.
Kansas City, MO. Kansas Citys education and marketing program c Water Environment Research Foundation, Using Rainwater to Grow L
10,000 Rain Gardens Initiative has been implemented using LID Communities, Sustainable Best Management Practices (BMPs), http:
Rather than funding projects, they have focused on an education werf.org/liveablecommunities/index.htm.
for professionals and the public, and some demonstration project FDEP, Stormwater Quality Applicants Handbook, March 2010 Draft.
study and presentation for public education are available at httpublicfiles.dep.state.fl.us/dwrm/stormwater/stormwater_rule_deve
werf.org/liveable communities/studies_kc_mo.htm and http://www.edocs/ah_rule_draft_031710.pdf.
gov/region7//newsevents/events/pro ceedings/om_green_infrastuctu Sarasota County Low Impact Development Manual, Nov. 2011 Draft,
KC_Metro_initiatives_and_O_M_solutions_rain_garden.pdf.www.scgov.net/WaterServices/Low%20Impact%20Development%20
Lakeland, FL. In the City of Lakeland, Florida, the Circle B BaResources/Draft%20LID%20Manual.pdf.
Nature Center installed a permeable pavement parking lot. http: University of New Hampshire, Forging the Link: Linking the Eco
dep.state.fl.us/water/nonpoint/docs/319h/FY04-319h_Project_SummaBenefits of LID and Community Decisions. http://www.unh.edu/un
pdf.resource-manual-and-fact-sheets.
Lancaster, PA. The City of Lancaster, Pennsylvanias Green Infr American Society of Civil Engineers Stormwater BMP Database, htt
plan is a long term plan combining multiple LID strategies, inclbmpdatabase.org/.
developing 468 blocks of green streets, increasing tree canopy Low Impact Development Center. www.lowimpactdevelopment.org/.
40 percent, retrofitting 130 acres of parking lots with permeabl Center for Watershed Protection. www.cwp.org/.
increasing green roofs and park areas. http://www.saveitlancaste
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Pervious Pavement References
General Design Information. http://www.perviouspavement.org/des
hydrological.html.
Betty Rushton, Ph.D. Enhanced Parking Lot Design for Stormwater
Treatment. In Proceedings of 9th International Conference on Urb
Drainage, September 8-13, 2002 EWRI/IWA/ASCE.
Wanielista and Chopra, Construction & Maintenance Assessment
of Pervious Concrete Pavements. http://www.stormwater.ucf.edu/
research/Final%20Report%202%20of%204%20Construction%20and%20
Maintenance%20Jan.pdf.
Bioretention References
Sarasota County Low Impact Development Manual, Nov. 2011 Draft,
Sections 3.1 and 3.6. https://www.scgov.net/WaterServices/Low%2
Impact%20Development%20Resources/Draft%20LID%20Manual.pdf.
Green Roof Examples and Resources
Glenn Acomb, ASLA, Department of Landscape Architecture, at the
University of Florida may be contacted as an additional resource
roof design. acomb@ufl.edu.
Breaking Ground Green Roof, Jacksonville, FL. http://
breakinggroundgreenroof.com/.
Taco Boy, Charleston, SC, http://www.xeroflora.com/green-roof-pr
commercial/taco-boy/.
Chicago has about 300 green roofs, totaling more than 4 million
feet. The City of Chicago City Halls green roof saves $5,500 a
energy costs and reduces runoff by 50%. http://www.epa.gov/owow/
lid/gi_case_studies_2010.pdf.
Wind Uplift Study. Acomb, Glenn, University of Florida, http://
floridabuilding.org/fbc/commission/FBC_0812/HRAC/Task_2_Final_
Report_Green_Roof.pdf.
Sonne, J. and Parker, D., Energy Performance Aspects of A Flori
Roof, Part 2, University of Central Florida, 2008, http://www.f
en/publications/pdf/FSEC-PF-442-08.pdf.
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CASE STUDY 4: SUSTAINABLE REDEVELOPMENT IN GAINESVILLE
UNION STREET STATION HIGHLIGHTS
Recent projects along the SW/SE 2nd Avenue corridor in Gainesvil
Use Mix
Florida showcase how innovative building, land use, urban design
financial strategies can work together to spark investment and c
Commercial
more sustainable, competitive destinations. What follows is a t
Office
Residential
case study highlighting innovative redevelopment and design stra
incorporated in projects along the corridor.
Green Technology
ENERGY STAR® Features in Condominiums
Sustainable Infill at Union Street Station
- tightly sealed high efficiency HVAC space conditioning
Project Details
systems and ductwork
- code-exceeding insulation values
In 2000, McGurn Management, Inc. built Union Street Station at a
- specially-insulated water heaters with optimized hot water
$15,000,000. This five story, 140,000 square foot redevelopment
piping runs
brought high density, mixed-use, multi-family building infrastru
- double-glazed windows
downtown Gainesville at a time when most of the residential opti
- reflective solar films on high exposure glazing surfaces
were older single-family detached structures and when many downt
- shade trees for the street facing commercial spaces
businesses were struggling to stay in service. The project cove
- solar photovoltaic in adjacent parking garage
block on the southeast corner of the intersection of SE 2nd Aven
SE 1st Street in the Central City District , which allows up to
Financial Incentives
units per acre in a maximum of 12 stories. Viewed retrospective
Union Street Station
award winning project has become a catalyst for a wave of impro
- tax increment financing (available through the Community
throughout the Downtown Redevelopment District and down the SW/S
Redevelopment Agency)
2nd Avenue Corridor.
Adjacent Downtown Gainesville Parking Garage
- local utility rebate ($1.50/watt)
Designing for Diversity & Efficiency
- renewable energy rebate from State ($4.00/watt)
- federal tax credits (30%)
Inspired by the architectural style prominent in the French Quar
Orleans, Union Street Station includes a human-scale mixture of
uses and energy efficient spaces. National and local restaurant
retailers with sidewalk seating and window shopping line the gro
Promoting energy-efficiency was an important objective of the pr
Offices and 51 ENERGY STAR® qualified condominiums with large ba
To support the projects efficiency goals, a number of innovativ
and downtown views on all four sides line the second through fif
were incorporated in the project (see details in text box above)
Originally priced between $110,000 to $240,000, the residential
research conducted in the Gainesville region indicates that mult
include single story house flats (1, 2, and 3 bedroom units) and
residential buildings consume about half the annual energy per d
townhomes (3 bedroom/3 bath units).
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unit than do their similar vintage (i.e., year built) single-fam
counterparts.
Tax Increment Financing
Located within the jurisdiction of the Downtown District of the
Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), the Union Street Station p
leveraged a local government incentive process called tax increm
financing. While no money was provided to the developer in advan
project construction, $3.2 million in total tax reimbursements w
provided over a specified period of time after construction was
As is common in tax increment financing incentives, the develope
provided aesthetic improvements to the project design at the req
the City of Gainesville in exchange for the reimbursement. This
helped the developer to mitigate some of the risks associated wi
property costs and other uncertainties surrounding the potential
success of a redevelopment project of this type in a downtown re
was underutilized at the time.
Since Union Street Station became one of the first of its kind i
to utilize this redevelopment incentive, other projects along th
Avenue Corridor have leveraged this financing option. The Jeffer
Second Avenue, a graduate student and professional multi-family
housing project, received $9.5 million while the Hampton Inn hot
the northeast corner of the shared intersection with Union Stree
received $700,000 for adding street level retail and restaurant
upgrades, and other infrastructure improvements. However, these
of incentives are not without their critics and are best used in
socially, and economically context specific conditions.
Building-Integrated Solar Photovoltaics
Starting in 2009, McGurn Management Company utilized a mix of lo
state and federal incentives available for solar photovoltaics (
varied across different phases of the project. A capacity of 98,
at an average cost of $5.50 per watt (i.e., starting at $6.50 pe
first phase but dropping to $4.15 per watt by the final phase),
Union Station street frontage looking Northeast. (Source: City of Gainesville)
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across four separate systems on the Downtown Gainesville Parkingexisting garage. The solar PV system produces 145,000 watts per
connected to Union Street Station via an elevated walkway. Desisaving $0.265 per watt of installed capacity (i.e., approximatel
and installed by Solar Impact, Inc. and its subcontractors, eachannually). Combined with energy efficiency lighting retrofits a
four systems was designed around 136 Suntech brand solar PV modugarage improvements, the renewable energy produced has effective
(175 watts/module) served by three SMA brand 7000 watt invertersoffset the annual energy consumption of the garage. To date, th
combined capacity of approximately 24 kilowatts per system. ThiManagement Companys collective project portfolio has approximat
tied, net metered system used locally fabricated structural meta542,000 watts of installed solar PV capacity, including 250,000
to raise the modules above the parking spaces on the top deck oftheir Downtown Gainesville holdings.
Solar photovoltaics harvest energy while shading vehicles atop t(Source: Solar Impact, Inc. and McGurn Management Company)
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Progressive Planning for the Innovation Square District
INNOVATIVE SQUARE DISTRICT HIGHLIGHTS
Project Details
The Innovation Square District (ISD) is a 40-acre, mixed-use, su
Connectivity
focused, mixed use district designed to serve as a knowledge-bas
The district links Downtown Gainesville with the University of
economic engine for the City of Gainesville, Florida.
Florida along 12 blocks of the 2nd Avenue Corridor.
Innovation through Collaboration
Uses & Parking
Development of the ISD along Gainesvilles 2nd Avenue Corridor i
40% Science and Technology Labs (2,130,000 SF/4,267 people)
by a strategic redevelopment master plan crafted through collabo
19% Science and Technology Office (696,000 SF/1,740 people)
between the Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), th
33% Residential and Hospitality (881,000 SF/1,996 people)
6% Commercial Retail (249,000 SF/1,243 people)
City of Gainesville, the University of Florida (UF), Shands Hosp
2% Institutional (340,000 SF/850 people)
and Gainesville Regional Utilities. The combined challenges of
11%+ Unassigned/Flexible (573,000 SF/1,371 people)
economic downturn, the local decommissioning of a former hospita
5,300 Parking Spaces (224 on-street/545 surface/4,531 deck)
site, and the realization by the public, private, and academic s
collaboration would prove more successful than competition led t
Financial Incentives
reinvention happening along the corridor today. The holistic, p
$8.3 million federal grant
planning approach followed by this unique public/private partner
$5 million UF grant match
helped the ISD win the 2012 Out of the Box Award and Presiden
for statewide best practices from the Florida Redevelopment Asso
Rezoning for Adaptive Reinvention
The new zone allows for up to 100 dwelling units per acre (or up
The ISD is within the College Park/University Heights District o
dwelling units per acre by special use permit) and up to six sto
Gainesville CRA. Early in the collaborative process, project par
to eight stories by special use permit). Non-single-family buil
the limitations of existing zoning and worked with the City of G
have a minimum height of 24 feet and a minimum of 70-percent bui
planners to draft a new district allowing more intensive, mixed
frontage. Limits of three or four stories are placed on all bui
development. The new district, the Urban Mixed-Use 2 (UMU-2) Zo
feet of a nearby historic district to maintain consistency and r
District, is designed to achieve the following:
existing low-rise, human-scale infrastructure.
provide mixed uses complementary to existing residential;
The goal of the UMU-2 Zoning District is to make appropriate de
encourage high quality adaptive reuse;
as easy as possible to remove roadblocks hindering the [urban]
promote pleasant, walkable, multi-modal mobility options and
development and economic development of the City [and to create]
streetscapes;
flexibility within the private realm through the creation of a l
enhance the viability of existing mixed uses; and
framework that is adaptable to change.
promote office/research uses to serve the community and universi
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ISDs planning is also generally consist with healthy community
Planning Principles & Themes
published by US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The adaptive plan for the ISD has been guided by a series of pla
CDCs objectives favor projects designed to promote independence
design, and development principles addressing the following:
social engagement, and allow users to meet major needs (e.g., fo
shelter, mobility, community) without reliance on motorized trav
Livability. The ability to meet base lifestyle needs to eat, to
and to commune within a perception of beneficial outcomes.
ISD Public Realm Planning
Walkability. The ability to reach desired destinations on foot
pleasing human-scale infrastructure.
The ISD includes a linear urban greenway, utilizing stormwater l
Adaptability. The ability to flow with the inevitability of eve
impact development (LID) techniques, which connects University A
change across interacting scales.
to Innovation Square Park and Tumblin Creek Park. A planned fut
Sustainability. The ability to maintain what appears to fit tod
interconnection will link Depot Park, a US EPA supported brownfi
active and unending problem solving process.
assessment and restoration project, to the Gainesville-Hawthorne
Connectivity. The ability to engage and interact with others in
There are many types of green spaces within the ISD, which are d
and proficient ways.
and integrated into the plan as follows:
24/7 Serviceability. The ability to provide useful goods and se
potential temporal points across all major spatial nodes.
Greenway. Interconnected urban and natural vegetated spaces.
Wellbeing. The ability to maintain physical health and wellness
Squares. Public open spaces bounded by buildings and/or streets
Streetscapes. Designed based on frontage type.
Green infrastructure along SW 2nd Avenue in the Innovation Squar(Source: Perkins + Will)
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Plazas. Urban public spaces bounded by buildings and streets
Parks. A Mix of active and passive spaces.
Courtyards. Private and semi-private informal gathering spaces.
Trails. Local and regional multi-modal, multi-user mobility cor
Integrated Design Processes & Strategies
The approach to ISDs high-performance buildings is guided by an
integrated design process, a desire for human collaboration and
space adaptability, and lean occupancy management. The UF Innova
Hub , the first new building within Innovation Square, opened on
former decommissioned site of Shands at Alachua General Hospital
This 48,000 square foot technology business incubator was constr
through an $8.3 million grant from the federal Economic Developm
Administration along with a $5 million match from UF. INSPIREat
(Innovation Space for Imagination, Research, and Entrepreneurism
expected to open in 2014 and become the nations first residence
designed around an active and participatory live/learn concept o
and collaboration, focused on fostering future business leaders
use environment, and offering residential, research, retail, res
ultra-high speed communications amenities. Thus far, this proje
been made possible, without state funds, by the consistent expec
for public-private partnerships at nearly every stage of the pla
construction, and occupancy phases of this urban renewal.
Traffic Calming: Modern Roundabouts @ SW 2nd Avenue
Project Details
In 2010, the City of Gainesville, Florida conducted a traffic wa
for five intersections along the SW/SE 2nd Avenue Corridor, each
by traffic signals at the end of their useful life. Reconstructi
traffic signal controls was estimated to cost approximately $350
intersection. Yet the analysis determined these five traffic sig
unwarranted and induced unnecessary delays along the corridor an
cross streets.
The ISD plan includes a interconnected network of outdoor public
(Source: Perkins + Will)
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Further analysis suggested converting the three aging traffic si
SW 2nd Avenue to modern roundabouts would be cost neutral (e.g.,
roundabout at SW 2nd Avenue and SW 6th Street cost $364,235, Fig
yet save $4,000 per intersection in annual operating costs when
to replacement traffic signals. The two aging traffic signals al
Avenue were best served by conversion to all-way stop signage.
Beneficial Outcomes
Since their completion, these modern roundabouts have improved t
flow along the SW 2nd Avenue Corridor as well as the SW 6th, SW
SW 12th crossing streets. Pedestrian mobility and safety has bee
due to the crosswalk and refuge island improvements integral to
roundabout design. A supportive study by Stone, Chae, and Pillal
(2002, 40) found, a single-lane roundabout can handle more pede
more safely than a four-lane signalized intersection [due to the
speeds and fewer conflict points of roundabouts [as well as the]
diversion [from the lane reduction]. Community feedback has bee
for both the transportation functionality and the visual aesthet
discrete intersections as well as the long, linear SW/SE 2nd Ave
Additionally, the City of Gainesville realized the immediate and
benefits of removing unwarranted traffic signals and reducing th
Multi-modal users share the roundabout at SW 2nd Avenue and SW 1
Works Departments operational energy consumption.
Gainesville. (Source: Hal Knowles, UF)
Functional Aesthetics
sculptures and other structures can be used in these spaces, lan
Unlike older traffic circles and rotaries designed for vehicle s
ideal for many reasons, such as the following:
mph or more, modern roundabouts designed for very low traffic sp
such as 15 mph, can serve as a positive traffic calming and huma
Roundabout Landscaping: Mobility Functions
strategy that complements broader urban redevelopment goals. Thi
- Accentuates the central island.
strategy is especially beneficial when utilized within walkable
- Visually and structurally calms traffic flows by indicating that
and mixed use destinations. Recent studies have identified a s
cyclists, and pedestrians must pass around the island.
numbers-effect for bicyclists, moped riders and, with less cert
- Obscures irrelevant view sheds and focuses traveler sight lines
pedestrians, at roundabouts locations. The greatest opportunitie
attention onto potential traffic conflict areas.
functional aesthetics of modern roundabouts reside within the ce
Roundabout Landscaping: Beautification Functions
island, splitter islands, and along approaches to the intersecti
- Adds visual distinction and vegetated beauty to intersections.
- Increases shade and reduces the monotony of pavement.
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- Reduces signal lighting, wiring, poles, and other infrastructure
Additional Information & Resources
Roundabout Landscaping: Environmental Functions
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December 17, sec. Local. http://www.gainesville.com/article/2002
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Innovation Square District References
Innovation Square District. http://www.innovationsquare.ufl.edu
UF Innovation Hub. http://www.floridainnovationhub.ufl.edu/.
UF INSPIREation Hall. http://www.ufinspireationhall.com/.
UF News Innovation Square Wins State Redevelopment Awards. ht
news.ufl.edu/2012/10/03/innovation-square-wins-awards/.
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Appendix C - Engagement & Outreach Activities
GROUP LISTENING SESSIONSFOCUS GROUPS
Auto Dealerships 8:30 to 10:30 am on March 13, 2012 at Development & Real Estate Professionals 1:30 to 3:00 pm on
Grimaldis Pizzeria, 27001 US Hwy 19 NorthAugust 14, 2012 at Bright House Field, 601 Old Coachman Road
Retailers/Offices 2:00 to 4:00 pm on March 13, 2012 at Retailers - 9:30 to 11:00 am on August 16, 2012 at Bright House
Celebration Station, 24546 US Hwy 19 NorthField, 601 Old Coachman Road
Community 5:30 to 7:00 pm on March 13, 2012 at Countryside Office Development Owners & Representatives - 1:30 to 3:00 pm
Recreation Center, 2640 Sabal Springs Driveon August 16, 2012 at Bright House Field, 601 Old Coachman Road
Realtors/Developers/Design Professionals 8:00 to 9:30 am on Sustainability Professionals - 9:00 to 10:30 am on September 4,
March 14, 2012 at UBS Financial Services, 18167 US Hwy 19 North2012 at Dimmitt Chevrolet, 25485 US Hwy 19 North
Entertainment/Lodging 2:00 to 4:00 pm on March 14, 2012 at
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
Celebration Station, 24546 US Hwy 19 North
Work Session - March 12, 2012
INDIVIDUAL LISTENING SESSIONS
Work Session - June 4, 2012
Manuel and Michael Kastranekas March 2, 2012 Work Session - September 4, 2012
Andrea Boitnott, Westfield Countryside Mall March 5, 2012
ADDITIONAL BOARD MEETINGS
Steve Engelhardt and Paul Engelhardt, Hallmark Development of
MPO Citizens Advisory Committee - March 22, 2012
Florida, Inc. March 13, 2012
Technical Coordinating Committee (MPO) - May 23, 2012
John Timberlake, Clearwater Threshers March 14, 2012
Government Affairs Committee (Chamber of Commerce) - July 11,
Kim Seyer and Pam DeDea, The Seyer Group March 23, 2012
2012
MARKET POTENTIAL WORKSHOP
MPO Citizens Advisory Committee - August 23, 2012
RCLCO presentation and discussion - April 5, 2012 at BJs
Restaurant & Brewhouse, 27001 US Hwy 19 North
PUBLIC WORKSHOPS
Public Workshop 1 - 4:00 to 7:00 pm on May 30, 2012 at La Quinta
Inn Clearwater Central, 21338 US Hwy 19 North
Public Workshop 2 - 4:30 to 7:00 pm on August 14, 2012 at Holida
Inn Express Hotel & Suites/US 19, 2580 Gulf to Bay Blvd
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance 8365-12 on second reading, annexing certain real property whose post office address is 1990 Sunset Point Road, into
the corporate limits of the city and redefining the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
SUMMARY:
Review Approval:
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance 8366-12 on second reading, amending the Future Land Use Plan element of the Comprehensive Plan of the city to
designate the land use for certain real property whose post office address is 1990 Sunset Point Road, upon annexation into the City of
Clearwater, as Commercial General (CG).
SUMMARY:
Review Approval:
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance 8367-12 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the city by zoning certain real property whose post office
address is 1990 Sunset Point Road, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Commercial (C).
SUMMARY:
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EXHIBIT B
Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the City Attorney to hire Thompson, Sizemore and Gonzales to represent the City in the matter of Dwayne Chris Vaughan
and Michael Faulkner v. City of Clearwater in the initial estimated amount of $100,000. (consent)
SUMMARY:
The City of Clearwater was served with a lawsuit alleging that Mr. Vaughan and Mr. Faulkner were discriminated against on
the basis of age in being denied promotions to Fire Lieutenant.
Mr. Vaughan is additionally claiming that he is being retaliated against for opposing a prior unlawful employment practice.
The City Attorney has assigned defense of this lawsuit to the law firm of Thompson, Sizemore and Gonzalez. The initial
budget is estimated at $100,000 for defense of this case. If the case goes to trial it will likely incur greater expenses.
The initial funding of $100,000 will come out of the City Attorneys professional services budget.
Type:
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Current Year Budget?:Budget Adjustment:
YesNo
Budget Adjustment Comments:
Current Year Cost:Annual Operating Cost:
$100,000
Not to Exceed:Total Cost:
For Fiscal Year:
10012012 to 09302013
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Bid Required?:Bid Number:
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Source
Review Approval:
1) Office of Management and Budget 2) Legal 3) Clerk 4) Assistant City Manager 5) City Manager 6) Clerk
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
City Manager Verbal Reports
SUMMARY:
Review Approval:
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Mayor and Councilmembers Increases
SUMMARY:
Review Approval:
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Annual Utilities We Care Fund Appeal - John Scott, Customer Service
SUMMARY:
Review Approval:
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Meeting Date:
12/3/2012
Work Session
Council Chambers - City Hall
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATION:
Turkey Trot Presentation - Skip Rogers, Race Director.
SUMMARY:
Review Approval:
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