02/21/2013 CITY COUNCILMEETING MINUTES
CITY OF CLEARWATER
February 21, 2013
Present: Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Paul Gibson, Councilmember
Doreen Hock-DiPolito, Councilmember Bill Jonson, and Councilmember
Jay E. Polglaze.
Also Present: William B. Horne II - City Manager, Jill Silverboard -Assistant City
Manager, Rod Irwin - Assistant City Manager, Pamela K. Akin - City
Attorney, Rosemarie Call - City Clerk, and Nicole Sprague - Official
Records and Legislative Services Coordinator.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
1. Call to Order- Mayor George N. Cretekos
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.
2. Invocation — Mayor George N. Cretekos
3. Pledge of Allegiance — Councilmember Bill Jonson
4. Presentations — Given.
4.1 Bombers Day Proclamation, March 16, 2013 - Dean Robinson, Chairman of the
Clearwater Bombers Reunion Day
4.2 Outback Bowl Presentation — Chuck Riggs, Outback Bowl Past Chair
Mr. Riggs thanked the City for its continued support and presented the Mayor with an
autographed football and plaque. Mr. Riggs provided copies of Bowl highlights and
media accomplishments.
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 Approve the minutes of the February 7, 2013 City Council Meeting as submitted
in written summation by the City Clerk.
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Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the February 7, 2013 City
Council Meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
6. Citizens to be Heard re Items Not on the Agenda
Cyndie Farris, Friends of the Island Park President, shared details of fundraising
initiative for the Caladesi Discovery Center, a new open-air facility that focuses on the
Caladesi environment and cultural history. She encouraged all to attend the fundraising
kickoff event on March 14 at the Sandpearl Resort.
Carl Schrader presented Council with a resolution adopted by the Clearwater
Neighborhoods Coalition urging Council to reopen the restroom facilities at Crest Lake
Park.
It was stated that Council would be discussing the matter In March.
Nancy Frisco said the lights in the restroom facilities at Crest Lake Park remain lit
despite being closed.
Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM
7. Administrative Public Hearings
7.1 Approve a Development Agreement between Clearwater Grande Development,
LLC (the property owner) and the City of Clearwater, providing for the allocation
of 60 units for an overnight accommodation from the Hotel Density Reserve and
a building height of 49.5 feet (from base flood elevation) under Beach by Design.
(DVA2012-11001); adopt Resolution 13-01, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same.
The 0.63-acre subject property is located on the south side of South Gulfview
Boulevard, approximately 894 feet west of Gulf Boulevard in the Tourist (T)
District and Clearwater Pass character district in Beach by Design. The subject
property is presently a part of a larger 1.438-acre parcel that will be separated into
two parcels (Parcels A and B) through the minor lot line adjustment process.
The subject property presently consists of the 91-room Quality Inn and its
associated off-street parking; however the proposal would separate the parking lot
from the hotel in order to facilitate the construction of a new Hampton Inn and
Suites on that parcel (Parcel B).While the proposal retains the existing 91-room
Quality Inn, the size of the parcel requires the allocation of 60 rooms from the
Hotel Density Reserve in order to keep the hotel from being over dense (144.44
rooms/acre). It is noted that the height of the existing hotel is 49.5 feet (as
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measured from base flood elevation). On January 15, 2013, the Community
Development Board (CDB) approved the Flexible Development application
(FLD2012-11023) associated with the request.
Planning staff reported the proposed Development Agreement is in compliance
with the standards for Development Agreements, is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and furthers the vision of beach redevelopment set forth in
Beach by Design. Meets the criteria for the allocation of units from the Hotel
Density Reserve under Beach by Design and includes the following main
provisions: Provides for the allocation of 60 units from the Hotel Density Reserve;
Requires the developer to obtain building permits and certificates of occupancy in
accordance with Community Development Code (CDC) Section 4-407; Requires
the return of any hotel unit obtained from the Hotel Density Reserve that is not
constructed; Prohibits the conversion of any hotel unit to a residential use and
requires the recording of a covenant restricting use of such hotel units to overnight
accommodation usage; Requires a legally enforceable mandatory
evacuation/closure covenant that the hotel will be closed as soon as practicable
after a hurricane watch that includes Clearwater Beach is posted by the National
Hurricane Center; and Requires that the development comply with the
Metropolitan Planning Organization's (MPO) countywide approach to the
application of concurrency management for transportation facilities.
The Community Development Board reviewed this Development Agreement
(DVA2012-11001) at its public hearing on January 15, 2013, and unanimously
recommended its approval.
The City Attorney said the draft agreement before Council is for ten years, as requested
by Council.
In response to questions, Planning and Development Director Michael Delk said the
purpose of the hotel density reserve is to accomplish the construction of new limited
service mid-sized hotels. The ordinance allows staff discretion to assign the units in
order accomplish the new hotel units. The property division is allowed to increase the
size of the new hotel. Planner Kevin Nuremberger said the new hotel would have 116
new rooms. To bring the Quality Inn up to code, the applicant needs 60 units from the
reserve pool. Forty units would be assigned to the Hampton Inn site if the parcel is
subdivided. Mr. Nuremberger said if approved, the facility would conform to density and
parking standards and maintain the Quality Inn. There are 947 units remaining in the
density pool. Mr. Delk said if Item 7.1 is not approved, Item 7.2 fails and the Quality Inn
would continue to operate in legal nonconforming status as long as it remains a hotel.
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It was suggested that Council review the hotel density pool reserve process.
Applicant representative Renee Ruggiero provided copies of the project narrative and
reviewed project details. The development team worked closely with staff to meet
Beach by Design and Code requirements. The project retains the Quality Inn, an
existing operating hotel that averages 10,000 stays per year, and includes site
upgrades, aesthetic improvements and required parking spaces.
Six individuals spoke in opposition.
The City Attorney provided Council with copies of the review standards for development
agreements.
Applicant Steven Page said the development team worked with city staff to determine if
the project was feasible and met code and traffic standards, while coordinating with the
Hilton Corporation before proceeding with the Development Review Committee and
Community Development processes.
Councilmember Doreen Hock-DiPolito moved to approve a Development Agreement
between Clearwater Grande Development, LLC (the property owner) and the City of
Clearwater, providing for the allocation of 60 units for an overnight accommodation from
the Hotel Density Reserve and a building height of 49.5 feet (from base flood elevation)
under Beach by Design. (DVA2012-11001); adopt Resolution 13-01, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded.
Discussion ensued with concerns expressed with how staff administered the density
reserve units to an existing structure. It was stated that the hotel density reserve was
intended for new construction, not existing buildings.
In response to questions, the City Attorney said if Item 7.1 is not approved, Council
should consider modifying the code as it relates to the hotel density reserve, to avoid a
similar situation. Assistant City Attorney Leslie Dougall-Sides said there is no statute or
case law in Florida that protects air/view rights.
Upon the vote being taken, Councilmembers Doreen Hock-DiPolito and Jay Polglaze
voted "Aye"; Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Paul Gibson, and Councilmember
Bill Jonson voted "Nay".
Motion failed.
7.2 Approve a Development Agreement between Clearwater Grande Development,
LLC (the property owner) and the City of Clearwater, providing for the allocation
of 76 units for an overnight accommodation from the Hotel Density Reserve and
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a building height of 150 feet (from base flood elevation) under Beach by Design;
adopt Resolution 13-02 and authorize the appropriate to execute same.
The 0.80-acre subject property (Parcel B) is located on the south side of South
Gulfview Boulevard, approximately 977.97 feet west of Gulf Boulevard in the
Tourist (T) District and Clearwater Pass character district in Beach by Design.
The subject property is presently a part of a larger 1.438-acre parcel that will be
separated into two parcels (Parcels A and B) through the minor lot line adjustment
process.
Presently, the site consists of the 91-room Quality Inn and its associated off-street
parking lot. These two elements will be separated from one another as Parcels A
and B, with a new 15-story, 116-room, mid-sized hotel (Hampton Inn and Suites)
being constructed on parcel B. The first five levels of the Hampton Inn and Suites
hotel will be a 245-space parking garage. These parking spaces, as well as
seven additional surface spaces, will be shared between the subject property and
the adjacent/existing Quality Inn property through a permanent cross access and
shared parking agreement.
The proposed density of this new 116-room hotel (which includes the allocation of
76 rooms from the Hotel Density Reserve) is 143.74 rooms per acre. The
proposed height is 150 feet (to top of roof slab). Both the density and height
proposed are consistent with the provisions of Beach by Design.
On January 15, 2013, the Community Development Board (CDB) approved the
Flexible Development application (FLD2012-11024) associated with the
construction of this new hotel subject to 19 conditions of approval.
The proposed Development Agreement is in compliance with the standards for
Development Agreements, is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and
furthers the vision of beach redevelopment set forth in Beach by Design. The
proposed Development Agreement will be in effect for a period not to exceed
twenty (20) years, meets the criteria for the allocation of units from the Hotel
Density Reserve under Beach by Design and includes the following main
provisions:
Provides for the allocation of 76 units from the Hotel Density Reserve;
Requires the developer to obtain building permits and certificates of occupancy in
accordance with Community Development Code (CDC) Section 4-407;
Requires the return of any hotel unit obtained from the Hotel Density Reserve that
is not constructed;
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Prohibits the conversion of any hotel unit to a residential use and requires the
recording of a covenant restricting use of such hotel units to overnight
accommodation usage;
Requires a legally enforceable mandatory evacuation/closure covenant that the
hotel will be closed as soon as practicable after a hurricane watch that includes
Clearwater Beach is posted by the National Hurricane Center; and
Requires that the development comply with the Metropolitan Planning
Organization's (MPO) countywide approach to the application of concurrency
management for transportation facilities.
The Community Development Board reviewed this Development Agreement
(DVA2012-11002) at its public hearing on January 15, 2013, and unanimously
recommended its approval.
Applicant representative Renee Ruggiero provided copies of the project narrative and
reviewed project details.
Two individuals spoke in opposition.
Councilmember Jay Polglaze moved to approve a Development Agreement between
Clearwater Grande Development, LLC (the property owner) and the City of Clearwater,
providing for the allocation of 76 units for an overnight accommodation from the Hotel
Density Reserve and a building height of 150 feet (from base flood elevation) under
Beach by Design; adopt Resolution 13-02 and authorize the appropriate to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded. Councilmembers Doreen Hock-DiPolito and
Jay Polglaze voted "Aye"; Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Paul Gibson, and
Councilmember Bill Jonson voted "Nay".
Motion failed.
The Council recessed from 8:00 p.m. to 8:05 p.m.
7.3 Approve amendments to the Community Development Code addressing
encroachments into setbacks and rights-of-way, the Comprehensive Sign
Program, nonconforming lots and plans review fees; approve an amendment to
the Clearwater Code of Ordinances addressing board attendance and pass
Ordinance 8371-13 on first reading.
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The Clearwater Business Task Force (BTF) was established on April 7, 2011 by
the City Council to provide feedback on the current rules and regulations affecting
businesses and business development. The BTF submitted its final report to City
Council on August 29, 2011. The report consisted of 71 recommendations to
change public perceptions about being business friendly, streamline development
application processes and enable greater signage flexibility. City staff reviewed
each of the recommendations and presented to City Council ideas as to how
some of them may be adopted as well as a prospective timeframe for these
adoptions to occur.
At the direction of the City Council, staff has previously prepared two text
amendments to the Community Development Code (CDC) addressing some of
the recommendations of the BTF as well as a few amendments proposed by staff.
These changes were reviewed by the Community Development Board (CDB) at
its meetings of December 20, 2011 and July 17, 2012, and the Board
recommended the approval of each ordinance. The City Council has subsequently
passed and adopted each of the ordinances at its meetings of February 2, 2012
and September 6, 2012.
Staff is now proposing a third text amendment to address one further
recommendation of the BTF, as well as additional items proposed by staff. Below
is a summary of the substantive amendments included in the ordinance.
Expands upon the allowance of building projections into setbacks and rights-of-
way where the projections is affixed solely to the building and not directly affixed
to the ground to include balcony projections, but only when in the Downtown (D)
District and only when the associated use is an Indoor Recreation/Entertainment
facility with a minimum of 650 seats;
Replaces an incorrect reference within the recently adopted sign code with the
correct calculation method for freestanding signs, which is what was intended to
be referenced;
Makes clear that building permits will not be issued for unlawfully created lots;
Makes clear that nonconforming lots cannot be subdivided and conforming lots
cannot be subdivided in such a manner that renders them, or any structures
thereon, nonconforming;
Allows those projects using a private plan review provider for the review of the
Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electric trades may have their plans review
fee reduced by a maximum of 25% (recommendation of the Business Task
Force); and
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Modifies the Code of Ordinances to provide an exception to the excessive
absences definition for those absences due to military related commitments.
Planning and Development Director Michael Delk said the Business Task Force
recommended that the plans review fee be reduced by 33%; staff does not object to the
recommendation.
Vice Mayor Paul Gibson moved to approve amendments to the Community
Development Code addressing encroachments into setbacks and rights-of-way, the
Comprehensive Sign Program, nonconforming lots and plans review fees; approve an
amendment to the Clearwater Code of Ordinances addressing board attendance. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to amend Page 4, 1(c), to read, "Plans review fees
will be reduced by 33 percent for those projects using a private provider of plan review
services, pursuant to Florida Statutes, to review the Building, Plumbing, Mechanical,
and Electrical trades" and to amend the ordinance title, line 17, to read, "... TO ALLOW
FOR A 33 PERCENT REDUCTION..." The motion was duly seconded.
Ordinance 8371-13 was presented, as amended, and read by title only.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
'Ayes Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Paul Gibson, Councilmember
Doreen Hock-DiPolito, Councilmember Bill Jonson, and Councilmember
Jay E. Polglaze.
Nays None.
7.4 Continue to March 21, 2013: Approve the Annexation of a portion of the road
right-of-way located at the intersection of Sunset Point Road and Hercules
Avenue (consisting of a portion of Section 1, Township 29 South, Range 15
East, abutting real property whose post office address is 1990 Sunset Point
Road); and pass Ordinance 8374-13 on first reading. (ANX2012-12006)
This annexation petition involves 0.042 acres of a portion of the right-of-way
located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Sunset Point Road and
Hercules Avenue. The City of Clearwater is requesting this annexation in order to
ensure that the entire right-of-way at this intersection is within the city's
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jurisdiction. The property is contiguous to existing City boundaries to the north,
south, east, and west. It is proposed that the property be assigned a Future Land
Use Map designation of Commercial General (CG) and a Zoning Atlas
designation of Commercial (C).
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Community Development Code
Section 4-604.E as follows:
The proposed annexation will not have an adverse effect on public facilities and
their levels of service; and
The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following objective
of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4: Due to the built-out character of the City of Clearwater, compact
urban development within the urban service area shall be promoted through
application of the Clearwater Community Development Code.
The proposed annexation is consistent with the Countywide Plan and the City's
Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code; and
The property proposed for annexation is contiguous to existing City boundaries to
the north, south, east and west; therefore the annexation is consistent with Florida
Statutes Chapter 171.044.
Staff is requesting that this item be continued in order to allow for the
accompanying ordinances designating the land use and zoning be heard at the
same meeting, scheduled for March 21, 2013.
Councilmember Jay Polglaze moved to continue Item 7.4 to March 21, 2013. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
8. Second Readings - Public Hearing
8.1 Adopt Ordinance 8322-13 on second reading, amending Chapter 32, Code of
Ordinances, relating to the collection and treatment of wastewater and resources
with the potential to be reclaimed.
Ordinance 8322-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to adopt Ordinance 8322-13 on second and final reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
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'Ayes": Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Paul Gibson, Councilmember
Doreen Hock-DiPolito, Councilmember Bill Jonson, and Councilmember
Jay E. Polglaze.
"Nays": None.
8.2 Adopt Ordinance 8375-13 on second reading, vacating a portion of that certain
private ingress/egress easement lying within Lot 5, Renaissance Oaks First
Addition as recorded in Plat Book 137, Pages 71 and 72 of the Public Records of
Pinellas County, Florida.
Ordinance 8375-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to adopt Ordinance 8375-13 on second and final reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes". Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Paul Gibson, Councilmember
Doreen Hock-DiPolito, Councilmember Bill Jonson, and Councilmember
Jay E. Polglaze.
"Nays": None.
9. Consent Agenda — Approved as submitted.
9.1 Amend Purchase Order ST109023 to Duval Ford of Jacksonville. FL to include
the purchase of three additional Ford F-150 Pickup Trucks for a total cost of
$144.448.00, in accordance with Sec. 2.560)(d) - Code of Ordinances - Other
Governmental Bid, authorize lease purchase under the City's Master Lease
Purchase Agreement for the additional amount of$52.642.00 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
9.2 Approve a Contract (Blanket Purchase Order) to Honeywell International. Inc. -
Building Solutions of Chicago. IL for an amount not to exceed $160.000 for the
quarterly Maintenance Fees for the period May 1. 2013 through April 30. 2014,
per the contracts dated November 17. 2008 and April 28. 2010 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
9.3 Award a contract (Purchase Order) for $430.753.00 to Duval Ford of
Jacksonville. FL for the purchase of two Ford F-550 chassis with CUES TV Hi-
Cube Van, in accordance with Sec. 2.5640)(d). Code of Ordinances - Other
Governmental bid, authorize lease purchase under the City's Master Lease
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Purchase Agreement and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
consent
9.4 Award a Contract (Purchase Order) for$240,917.00 to Atlantic Truck Center of
Pompano Beach, FL for one M2 Freightliner Chassis with Wayne Gladiator
Sweeper, in accordance with Sec. 2.5640)(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
9.5 Approve the Cooperative Funding Agreement with the Southwest Florida Water
Management District (SWFWMD), which provides reimbursement of project
costs up to $800,000 for the Mandalay Avenue Stormwater Outfall project (11-
0031-EN): award a construction contract to Kamminga and Roodvoets, Inc. of
Tampa, FL, in the amount of$1,343,615.35, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
9.6 Appoint John Funk as an alternate member to the Community Development
Board for unexpired term through April 30, 2014. (consent)
Councilmember Doreen Hock-DiPolito moved to approve the Consent Agenda as
submitted and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
City Manager Reports
10. Other Items on City Manager Reports
10.1 Approve the Business Lease Contract between the City of Clearwater and
Community Dental Clinic, Inc. for the lease of City-owned property located on the
northwest corner of South Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and Woodlawn Street
and the authorize appropriate officials to execute same.
At the January 14, 2013 work session, Council directed staff to prepare a
business lease contract with the Community Dental Clinic, Inc. for City-owned
properly located at 1498 South Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Community Dental
Clinic, Inc. (CDC) approached the City with a request to lease City property to
provide low-cost, basic dental care to qualifying people. After considering several
location options, the proposed site is a City-owned commercial building located
at 1498 South Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. A portion of the 4,600 square foot
building is used by the Clearwater Police Department as a substation. The
remaining space is approximately 3,354 square feet and was previously occupied
by Foundation Village Neighborhood Family Center, Inc. for several years.
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The proposed lease allows the non-profit organization to use the property to
provide dental care for UPARC, Inc. participants/consumers,
participants/referrals from Salvation Army programs, and Clearwater Free Clinic
patients within the low-income population living in Pinellas County.
Notable terms and conditions of the lease are listed below:
• CDC will accept the property as is and may make alterations and
improvements at its sole cost and expense.
• The initial lease term is for five years with an option to extend the lease for
one additional five-year period. The additional five-year option may be
approved or denied at the City's sole discretion.
• The proposed lease establishes rent at the nominal rate of$1.00 annually
for the term of the lease.
• CDC will be responsible for build-out costs and will assume all interior
maintenance responsibilities other than the buildings structural
components.
• Should Council determine that the property is needed for other municipal
purposes and terminates this lease within two years of the effective date,
the City shall reimburse the CDC on a prorated basis for a portion of
CDC's costs associated with improving the property.
• The City will continue to maintain the landscaping on the property;
sewer/water utility costs will be shared by CDC paying 72% and the Police
Department paying 28% of actual costs.
• Insurance requirements have been established by the City's Risk
Management Department.
Real Estate Services Coordinator Chuck Lane said the reimbursement schedule was
amended to a 5-yr prorated period.
Councilmember Doreen Hock-DiPolito moved to approve the Business Lease Contract
between the City of Clearwater and Community Dental Clinic, Inc. for the lease of City-
owned property located on the northwest corner of South Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue
and Woodlawn Street and the authorize appropriate officials to execute same. The
motion was duly seconded; Mayor George N. Cretekos and Councilmembers Doreen
Hock-DiPolito, Bill Jonson, and Jay Polglaze voted "Aye"; Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
voted "Nay".
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Motion carried.
10.2 Approve the agreement between Phillies Florida LLC and the City of Clearwater
Fire and Rescue to provide emergency medical services at Bright House Field
for 2013 baseball events as outlined in the agreement and authorize Fire Chief
Robert Weiss to execute same.
The Phillies Florida LLC (Phillies Florida) will enter into an agreement with
Clearwater Fire and Rescue (CFR) for the provision of EMS services for the2013
Philadelphia Phillies spring training game; every 2013 Clearwater Threshers
game; and for 10 selected special events designated by Phillies Florida in 2013.
There will be a mutually agreed-upon method of checking in and checking out at
each game/event for billing purposes at the rate established in the agreement.
The minimum time for each event will be four hours. Any time spent at the
ballpark after those four hours will be compensated at the hourly rate set forth in
the agreement, and checked against the sign out time by the teams at the
ballpark. CFR will provide monthly invoices to Phillies Florida for the services
CFR provides pursuant to the letter agreement, which invoices will be paid within
twenty days of receipt. CFR/the City of Clearwater, to the extent permitted by
applicable law, including, but not limited to Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, shall
indemnify, defend and hold harmless Phillies Florida, and others noted in the
agreement.CFR shall maintain insurance coverage of at least the kinds and in at
least the amounts specified on the letter dated January 23, 2013 from Linda R.
Klasing, Risk Manager, City of Clearwater, Florida, to The Phillies. CFR will
document any incidents that may occur during the course of the performance of
its obligations hereunder and, subject to applicable law, including, but not limited
to, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
Privacy and Security Rules, and use best efforts to get those treated to sign a
medical information disclosure form legally authorizing CFR to provide copies of
such documentation to Phillies Florida upon request. The term of the letter
agreement shall be from the date it is signed through December 31, 2013; either
party may terminate as outlined in the letter agreement.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to approve the agreement between Phillies Florida
LLC and the City of Clearwater Fire and Rescue to provide emergency medical services
at Bright House Field for 2013 baseball events as outlined in the agreement and
authorize Fire Chief Robert Weiss to execute same. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
Miscellaneous Reports and Items
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11. City Manager Verbal Reports
11.1 March 6, 2013 Council Meeting
The first council meeting in March is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6 due to
the U.S. Coast Guard Band Concert at Ruth Eckerd Hall on Thursday, March 7.
Council moved the Monday, March 4 work session to Tuesday, March 5 due to a
ACPT (Advisory Committee for Pinellas Transportation) meeting conflict. Since
the scheduled agenda for this meeting is light, staff is recommending a council
meeting only on Wednesday, March 6.
The City Manager said staff is no longer recommending a consolidated work
session/council meeting. The work session will be on March 5 and the council meeting
will be held March 6.
Re Items 7.1 and 7.2
The City Manager said a review of Beach by Design is needed. The document provided
staff with flexibility and Council is uncomfortable with the flexibility. Staff will come back
with a suggested timeline regarding changes to Beach by Design.
12. Closinq Comments by Mayor
Mayor George N. Cretekos reviewed recent and upcoming events. The Mayor
congratulated Clearwater Fire and Rescue members Wendy Arnold for receiving the
woman driver operator of the year and Christian Miller for firefighter of the year in the
Firefighter CrossFit Challenge.
13. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
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