07/15/2013 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF CLEARWATER
July 15, 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 S. 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 listed in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
Mayor George N. Cretekos called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall.
The Mayor requested a moment of silence be observed in honor of the recent passing
of the Arizona Prescott Fire Department's Granite Mountain Hotshots; Rick Carnley,
Solid Waste and General Services Assistant Director, and husband of Kathleen
McMullen, Telecommunications Analyst.
1. Presentations
1.1 Service Awards
Three service awards were presented to city employees.
1.2 Council Visioning - John Streitmatter, Leadership Research Institute, Principal
Mr. Streitmatter reviewed the process and proposed changes.
It was requested that the Develop and Promote our Brand box be amended to read
"Enhance and Develop our Brand." There was consensus to pursue change.
It was suggested that the Increase Economic Opportunity box include a reference to the
Economic Development Plan. The City Manager said there are phases to the Economic
Development Plan and the visioning statements reference the two sectors that efforts
are being focused on: technology and medical.
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Discussion ensued regarding eliminating the word Sparkling from the vision statement
with a concern expressed that the City Council and staff should better explain why
Clearwater has been referenced as the Sparkling City. It was stated many individuals
during the visioning sessions found the word as old fashioned and unclear. There was
no consensus to reinstitute Sparkling in the vision statement.
It was suggested the updated strategic vision be adopted by resolution. Staff was
directed to draft a Resolution for council consideration.
The Council recessed from 1:26 p.m. to 2:07 p.m. to meet as the Community
Redevelopment Agency and the Pension Trustees.
2. Office of Management and Budget
2.1 Adopt a tentative millage rate of 5.1550 mills for fiscal year 2013/14 and set
public hearing dates on the budget for September 3, 2013 and September 19,
2013, to be held no earlier than 6:00 p.m.
In accordance with the Truth in Millage (TRIM) process, the City Council must
adopt a tentative millage rate and set public hearing dates prior to finalizing and
adopting a budget. This information must be provided to the Pinellas County
Property Appraiser and Tax Collector by August 4, 2013. The City's proposed
millage rate and public hearing dates will be included on the TRIM notices mailed
to taxpayers in August. This tentative rate cannot be increased without first-class
mailing notification to each taxpayer at the expense of the City of Clearwater, not
less than 10 days and not more than 15 days before the public hearing.
The City Manager's recommended millage rate is 5.1550 mills. The rate is 3.05%
more than the rolled back rate of 5.0023 mills. The rolled-back rate is the millage
rate that will provide the City with the same property tax revenue as was levied in
the prior year. If the proposed millage rate of 5.1550 mills is adopted, the City's
ordinance adopting the millage rate will reflect a 3.05% increase from the rolled-
back rate of 5.xxxx mills.
The proposed millage rate as well as other TRIM millage rates will be noted on
the 2013 compliance forms as follows:
5.1550 mills - Tentative millage rate
5.0023 mills - Rolled-back millage rate
7.7127 mills - Maximum majority vote rate
8.4840 mills - Maximum two-thirds vote rate
Budget Director Tina Wilson provided a PowerPoint presentation.
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In response to questions, Fire Chief Robert Weiss said the beach fire station has been
well maintained over the years but will be the most problematic to replace and reason
why it is the last scheduled replacement. The Court Street Fire Station is expected to
be completed by April 2014.
Budget Director Tina Wilson said that while the budget books were being printed, new
numbers came out from the Pinellas County Property Appraiser, and although it was a
better number, the difference did not equal $50,000. There is no trend yet regarding
revenue from the Red Light Camera program and estimates are coming from the
current year at about $400,000.
Discussion ensued regarding landscaping the medians on Missouri Avenue. It was
noted that the City of Largo had FDOT grants and sponsorships to help landscape their
Missouri Avenue medians. It was suggested that future consideration be given to
implementing a median landscape plan for the commercial areas located on Missouri
Avenue.
In response to questions, Ms. Wilson said in October 2012, Council approved a $1.2
million increase to the current year medical cost and that amendment was factored into
the 2013 medical costs. She said $400,000 is set aside to meet the costs of the new
federal Affordable Care Act. Human Resources Director Joe Roseto said this year the
City is self-insured and costs increased by 5%, whereas they could have increased by
as much as 15%. The federal government delayed for one year the requirement for
businesses to pay for health insurance for workers that work more than thirty hours per
week and the City will determine which positions this effects. The positions will either
be offered health insurance or the number of hours worked will be decreased.
In response to questions, Finance Director Jay Ravins said property and liability
insurance has increased because one major carrier left the marketplace. He said he
will discuss renewals in the coming weeks. Marine and Aviation Operations Manager
Gordon Wills said the 25% increase in the Harbor Marina budget was due to clarifying
salary expenditures at the site, which were previously all assigned to the Beach Marina
budget. Information Technology (IT) Director Dan Mayer explained that the increase to
the IT budget included $445,000 for new one-time projects. There is $180,000 in
consolidated expenses. $100,000 was transferred from the Police Department to the IT
budget as there used to be a separate contract for the data service. $75,000 is for
Brighthouse Network connectivity to various remote sites, which was previously
itemized in other departmental budgets. He said there were increases to the IT budget
related to maintenance costs, contract renewals and personnel costs. Ms. Wilson noted
that the Kronos system also runs through the IT budget.
Staff was directed to provide information regarding the expected increase for the
workers' compensation increase.
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It was suggested that Council eliminate the expenditure for the US Conference of
Mayors annual membership fee. There consensus to eliminate the expenditure.
Council recessed from 3:03 p.m. to 3:11 p.m.
In response to questions, Solid Waste/General Services Director Earl Gloster said the
recycle rate increase was based on the last rate study, which was approved in 2011.
There is a programmed rate increase every year until the next rate study in 2016. The
start up costs for the single stream recycling program is coming out of recycling
reserves.
Engineering Director Mike Quillen said to save money on electricity for street lights, the
City would have to take over ownership of the light pole. If the City switched to LED,
Duke Energy would raise the pole rental cost. The City Manager said St. Petersburg is
leading a countywide discussion with Duke Energy to reduce the tariff for LED; there will
be more information to come on this topic.
Discussion ensued regarding Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). Mr. Ravins said that a
comprehensive study would be needed to be completed to substantiate what we are
charging the enterprise funds for and if that level is defendable.
3. Economic Development and Housing
3.1 Approve the City of Clearwater's Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Consolidated Annual
Action Plan, to carry forward the goals and objectives set forth in the Fiscal
Years 2011-2016 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, as required by HUD, and
authorize the City to enter into agreements with organizations contained in the
Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Consolidated Annual Action Plan.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires
communities that receive entitlement Community Development Block Grant
Program (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funding to
prepare a comprehensive five-year consolidated planning document that
evaluates the needs of the community and sets forth strategies to address those
needs. The Fiscal Years 2011-2016 Consolidated Annual Action Plan is mainly a
continuation of our prior Consolidated Plan and was completed in 2011. The Plan
includes an executive summary, community profile, strategic plan, annual action
plan, citizen participation plan and an analysis of fair housing and certifications.
The community profile and the strategic plan are the two major components of the
document. The community profile identifies the demographics and the strategic
plan identifies the needs and how they are going to be addressed.
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In addition, the City is required to create and implement an annual action plan
identifying the sources and uses of federal money for housing, community and
economic development. This annual plan, referred to as a Consolidated Annual
Action Plan, provides HUD with the City's housing, community and economic
development budget and proposed expenditures based on the entitlement funds
and estimated program income that the City will receive in the upcoming fiscal
year to meet the goals established in the Five-Year Plan.
In Fiscal Year 2013-2014, the City is estimated to receive federal funds in the
amount of$756,486 through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
and $290,091 through the HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME). The
total Fiscal Year 2013-2014 entitlement allocation budget is $1,046,577. Funds
provided through the HOME Program are limited to housing-related activities and
administration. Funds provided through the CDBG Program may be used for
housing, community and economic development, public services and facilities,
acquisition, relocation, demolition and administration. Additional funding for the
Fiscal Year 2013-2014 budget will come from estimated program income funds
and unprogrammed prior year CDBG, HOME, SHIP and Pinellas County Housing
Trust funds (loan repayments, loan payoffs, recaptured funds, etc) estimated at
$584,539. Other funds may include those from the Neighborhood Stabilization
Program 3 (NSP3) and leverage from private sector investments. Total budget for
Fiscal Year 2013-2014 is $1,631,116.
The City partners with several non-profit agencies to implement the goals and
objectives the City had established in the Consolidated Planning Document. To
obtain these partners, the City annually publishes a Notice of Funding Availability
(NOFA) in the local newspaper and on its website. This notice informs the non-
profits of the resources the City will make available and the eligible uses of these
resources. It also informs them of the application period for requesting funds. This
year the applications were due in April and the City received a total of 19
applications for funding requests.
A Technical Review Committee (TRC), comprised of professionals in the social
service and grants community and two members of the City's Neighborhood and
Affordable Housing Advisory Board (NAHAB), reviewed the applications, scored
them and set forth a strategy to maximize the number of applicants that will
receive a portion of allocated funds. Applicants were given an opportunity to
present at the monthly NAHAB meeting regarding their programs. City staff also
reviewed each application to ensure it met HUD's baseline requirements. The
NAHAB met on May 20, 2013 to approve the recommended allocations contained
in the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Consolidated Annual Action Plan.
Each year, the City may allocate up to 15% of its CDBG allocation for Public
Services organizations. The City may also provide funds for operating expenses
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to subrecipients who qualify as a Community Based Development Organization
while the City's Housing Division received requests for Public Services funding in
the amount of$293,620, we were only able to allocate $128,620 to eleven (11)
organizations. The NAHAB has endorsed a sliding scale funding system for Public
Services applicants that allows the top two scorers to receive 60% of their
request, the second two receive 50% of their request, and others receive 40% of
their request until all of the allowable funds are allocated. The maximum allocation
per agency's request is $30,000. This method allows a majority of the Public
Services applicants to receive funding. All organizations that will be receiving an
allocation will have agreements prepared and executed by October 1, 2013. Staff
monitors these organizations for compliance on a yearly basis.
The City will target funding efforts for Housing Activities in the Rehabilitation and
Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Programs.
The Consolidated Annual Action Plan is due to HUD on August 15, 2013.
Economic Development and Housing Director Geri Campos Lopez provided a
PowerPoint presentation.
In response to a question, Ms. Campos Lopez said the Largo Community Development
Agency conducts work in the Lake Belleview area, which is within city limits.
4. Gas System
4.1 Accept a Gas Main and Utilities Easement conveyed by Wade Surfside
Condominium Association, Inc. over a portion of property located at 18838 Gulf
Boulevard, Indian Shores, Florida. (consent)
Property owners within Wade Surfside Condominiums have contacted Clearwater
Gas to request natural gas service connection. The subject easement will provide
for the City to bring natural gas service from the street to the building. This
easement is granted at no cost to the City.
5. Human Resources
5.1 Approve the selection of Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. to conduct an
efficiency study for the City of Clearwater Utility Customer Service function for an
amount not to exceed $86,161; authorize staff to finalize a contact for such
services; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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In the aftermath of the replacement of the Customer Service Director, the City
Manager directed that an outside consultant be hired to evaluate the Utility
Customer Service Department and the Citywide Utility Customer Service function.
A Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued that asked for the following scope of
work:
• Determine and review core services and identify budget limits and
performance targets for each of these core services.
• Clarify changes that can be made within the department and the enterprise
to improve efficiency. These options should include maintaining programs,
consolidating, restructuring or reducing a program, outsourcing or
eliminating a program altogether.
• Determine the most efficient organizational structure.
• Develop effective performance measures subject to existing national,
regional, and/or local standards for customer service operations.
The City received five responses from Data Management Associates, PA
Consulting Group, Raftelis Financial Consultants, Matrix Consulting Group, and
Power Services Inc.
An RFP committee consisting of the Customer Service Director, Human
Resources Director, Public Utilities Director, Solid Waste Director, Gas System
General Director, City Auditor, and Human Resources Employment Manager
reviewed the responses; chose Power Services, Inc. and Raftelis Financial
Consultants as the finalists and conducted on-sight interviews.
The responses were evaluated on knowledge of utility customer service, vendor
qualifications, ability to complete and communicate the required tasks,
qualifications and availability of staff and fees. The majority of the committee felt
that Raftelis Financial Consulting was the best fit for completing all the required
tasks. The City Auditor contacted Raftelis and negotiated a reduced fee. Raftelis
agreed to reduce their fee by $13,564 to $86,161 with no reduction in the scope of
work to be provided. While this was higher than Power Services ($81,000), the
RFP Committee was then unanimous in the acceptability of Raftelis. A third
quarter budget amendment will provide funding for this contract in the amount of
$86,161 from the unappropriated reserves of the Administrative Services Fund.
6. Parks and Recreation
6.1 Approve an agreement between Pinellas County (County) and the City of
Clearwater (City) for the use of a portion of the Sand Key Park Parking Lot on
Sunday, July 21, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. as overflow parking for a
welcome party for the ASA Gold National Event being held in Clearwater and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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The City and Pinellas County Sports Commission will be hosting the 2013
Amateur Softball Association (ASA) 18U Gold National Championships, which will
be held in Clearwater from July 21 to 28. This tournament will have a tremendous
economic impact to the community. There are 76 teams with 1500 participants,
generating approximately 8,000 to 10,000 room nights.
As part of the festivities, there is a welcome party to be held at the Sheraton Sand
Key Resort on the evening of July 21, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a
fireworks show on the beach at 9:15 p.m.
In order to accommodate this large of a gathering the City would like to submit a
special event application and subsequent agreement with the County for use of a
portion of the parking lot on Sand Key Park as an overflow lot. It is anticipated that
approximately 200 to 300 cars may need to park at Sand Key, as the Sheraton
does not have parking for this type of event.
Staff is requesting a waiver of fees for the event and will provide parking
attendants to assist participants coming to this event. Since an indemnity clause
is associated with this application and agreement, Council approval is needed.
6.2 Approve an increase in the Capitol Theatre budget (CIP 315-93623) for the
construction of the Capitol Theatre in the amount of$500,000 upon receipt of
$1,000,000 in State funding via the Cultural Facilities Program; amend the
Capitol Theatre Operating Agreement between the City of Clearwater and Ruth
Eckerd Hall, Inc. (REH) to reflect the same, upon receipt of$1,000,000 in State
funding via the Cultural Facilities Program; and authorize the appropriate officials
to execute same.
On September 20, 2012, the City of Clearwater entered into the Capitol Theatre
Operating Agreement with Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc. (REH) to renovate and operate
the Capitol Theatre Facility located at 401, 403 and 409 Cleveland Street for a
period of 30 years. In the above stated agreement, the City provided funding of
the project in the amount not to exceed $7,112,209. The agreement further
states, "REH shall be responsible for and shall pay all costs in connection with
the Capitol Theatre Project in excess of the amount of the City Funds."
The project is currently under construction, and is estimated to be over budget by
$700,000 to $800,000. The exact figure is still to be determined. The City did
apply for, was approved and is expected to receive additional funding through the
State of Florida in the amount of$1,000,000 through the Cultural Facilities
Program, which will require Council approval.
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REH submitted a letter on July 2, 2013 requesting an additional allocation by the
City in the amount of$500,000. The letter also states that REH will fund the
balance of the additional costs above the new budget of$7,612,209.
All other terms and conditions of the original agreement will remain in full force
and effect.
The City Attorney said the grant funds will be disbursed quarterly; REH would like to
receive the first two disbursements.
Staff was directed to provide information on who is overseeing the contractor for REH
and request REH provide a detailed breakdown of costs in a spreadsheet in the future.
7. Police
7.1 Approve submission of Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance
(DOJ/BJA) Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application in the
amount of$56,631 and additional 2.7 Full Time Equivalent Position (FTE).
consent
On June 5, 2013, Clearwater Police Department (CPD) was granted approval by
the City's Resource Management Committee to utilize a $56,631 allocation under
the federal Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program to continue its successful
Report Review Team Program. The Program was originally launched in 2011
with JAG funding.
The Report Review Team (RRV) Program was created as a means to increase
supervisor efficiency within the police department. The RRT Program removes
the burden of report review from first line supervisors. Implementation of the RRT
Program has resulted in efficiencies for our field supervisors by allowing them to
focus on evaluation and supervision of field personnel, employee coaching,
community problem solving, and reaching other department goals. The smaller
review team has also allowed for greater accountability and consistency in the
final work product. The current RRT Program consists of four part-time, non-
sworn employees and operates under the supervisory umbrella of the Crime
Analysis Unit. The team reviews, approves, and disseminates all police reports
generated within the Patrol Division and by Police Service Technicians to ensure
that the reports meet the minimum standards set forth by the department.
Additionally, the team is responsible for the tracking of reports to ensure a timely
review and to provide feedback to patrol supervisors if corrective action is
necessary.
The 2013 JAG grant will fund the salary and benefits of 1.4 full-time equivalent
(FTE) report reviewer positions. This is based on a total of 2701.99 hours at an
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hourly rate of$19.4697 for total salary of$52,607. Social Security at 7.65% on
that amount will be $4,024 for a grand total of$56,631 to be charged to the JAG
grant.
An additional 2,499 hours will be worked by the Team for a cost of$48,655 in
salary and $3,722 for Social Security, for a total of$52,377 and representing
another 1.3 FTEs. The $52,377 will be funded by Investigative Cost Recovery
project (Special Project Number 181-99329).The total cost of the program will be
$109,008 with $56,631 for 1.4 FTEs being funded with the Justice Assistance
(DOJ/BJA) Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and the remaining
$52,377 for 1.3 FTEs funded from the Investigative Cost Recovery funding. Total
FTEs for the project are 2.7.There is no mandatory match for this grant. The
$52,377 from the Investigative Cost Recovery fund will be reflected in the grant
budget as a voluntary match. There is no retention requirement associated with
this grant and the additional positions will be eliminated when grant funding
expires.
There will be no direct adverse impact to the Police Department annual operating
budget nor is there a required match. Because the RRT Program is so successful,
it is proposed that subsequent years continue to be funded through the same
grant or the Investigative Cost Recovery project.
Staff was directed to provide information regarding the balance of the Investigative Cost
Recovery fund.
7.2 Approve the delegation of authority to the Chief of Police of the City of
Clearwater, Florida to enter into short-term rental/lease agreements of real
Property, not to exceed a term of ninety days, for the purpose of proactively
investigating criminal activity involving issues affecting the quality of life for
Clearwater citizens. (consent)
Clearwater City Council is requested to delegate authority to the Clearwater
Police Chief to enter into short-term rental/lease agreements of real property for a
period not to exceed ninety days to permit proactive investigations related to
crimes against children, narcotics trafficking, prostitution and other crimes
affecting the quality of life for the citizens of Clearwater.
All expenses pertinent to the rental/lease agreements will be paid for with funds
from the Clearwater Police Department's approved budget.
7.3 Approve the Electronic Surveillance Support Team Multi-Agency Voluntary
Cooperation Mutual Aid Agreement for law enforcement services between The
Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the City of Clearwater, effective
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through June 30, 2016, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
consent
Mutual aid agreements among law enforcement agencies are authorized by
Chapter 23, Florida Statutes, for rendering voluntary assistance of a routine law
enforcement nature to one another across jurisdictional lines by and between
such agencies to such lawful activities and to enter into an operational assistance
agreement whereby each agency may request and render law enforcement
assistance to the other law enforcement agencies during emergencies under
Section 252.34, Florida Statutes.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and each agency party to
this agreement has custody and control of technical assets including but not
limited to covert camera systems (including internet-based systems), cellular
locating equipment, global positioning satellite (GPS) tracking equipment, and
video and audio enhancement equipment, all of which is used in surveillance and
location of subjects of violent criminal or missing persons investigations.
Technical assistance is necessary for the deployment and effective use and
operation of these technical assets, and certain requests for electronic
surveillance support may require more resources, specially trained personnel or
advanced technical equipment than a single agency can provide.
The parties have determined that they can make efficient use of their powers and
resources, in certain criminal cases that may require specialized expertise and
have the potential to cross jurisdictional lines, through coordination and sharing of
specialized technical resources and personnel.
When engaged in Electronic Surveillance Support Team (ESST) operations that
have been approved by and involve FDLE, as contemplated by the Mutual Aid
Agreement, ESST members who do not otherwise have jurisdictional authority
shall have full jurisdictional authority anywhere in the State of Florida, although
principally focused within their standard operational area as set forth in Addendum
A, with full power to enforce Florida laws and to avail themselves of the provision
of this Agreement.
The parties agree to carry out their respective duties and responsibilities as
outlined in the Electronic Surveillance Support Team Multi-Agency Voluntary
Cooperation Mutual Aid Agreement (ESST MAA), subject to controlling law,
policies or procedures, and in consideration of the mutual interests and
understandings expressed in the agreement.
There is no cost associated with the ESST MAA.
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The City Attorney and Police Chief recommend approval.
In response to questions, Police Chief Anthony Holloway said certain investigative
techniques require a court order. A wiretap involved in a human trafficking case would
require a court order. The department cannot place a wire tap or monitor someone's
vehicle without a judge's approval.
8. Engineering
8.1 Approve a purchase order (contract) to Rowland Incorporated of Pinellas Park,
Florida for $494,932.08 for the Gulf Boulevard Force Main Repair (07-0025-UT),
in accordance with the City's Purchasing Policy and Procedures Manual, Sec.
2.5640)(b), Intergovernmental Purchasing, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
The City has experienced recurring pipeline failures on our 16-inch diameter
sanitary sewer force main along Gulf Blvd. in Sand Key. Our investigation into the
causes determined that the failures were a result of substandard materials (PVC
fittings) and faulty construction techniques (restrained joints).
The pipeline in question was constructed in 2000 and 2001 as part of the Pinellas
County project: Gulf Boulevard. (County Road 183) Roadway Improvements from
Clearwater city limits to Clearwater Pass. The utility relocations were constructed
under a Joint Project Agreement with Pinellas County.
In order to prevent future pipeline failures we will need to remove and replace the
remaining pipeline fittings and restrained joints. An above ground temporary
bypass will be constructed to provide uninterrupted sewer service during
construction.
Traffic will be routed around the work zone during construction, and two-way
traffic will be maintained throughout the project. Only temporary lane closures will
be required. Lane closures will not occur at night, on weekends or holidays.
Rowland, Inc. is the present holder of the low bid, biannual, Sanitary Sewer
Repair, Rehabilitation and Extensions contract with Pinellas County [contract 123-
0040-CP(DF)]. The City will piggyback on at that contract with the same unit
prices for similar work. The contractor will be allowed 90 days to accomplish the
work and will begin within 15 days of a notice to proceed.
Sufficient budget and revenue is available in Utility Renewal and Replacement
project 0327-96665-563800-535-000-0000, Sanitary Sewer R and R.
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In response to questions, Public Utilities Assistant Director Nan Bennett said the project
was inspected by the County's inspector. Engineering Director Michael Quillen said the
force mains passed the pressure testing at the time of installation; there was no reason
to think there would be problems in the future. The life expectancy of new force mains is
thirty years.
The City Attorney said the department has not been asked to research the matter. She
expressed concern that the project was conducted thirteen years ago and that the work
was accepted by the City and County.
Staff was directed to take Item 8.1 of the Consent Agenda and research any legal
options available to the City.
8.2 Ratify and confirm the City Managers approval of two Business Lease Contracts
between the City of Clearwater and Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. for the use of
city-owned properties located at 701 N. Missouri Avenue and 918 Palmetto
Street; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The City has leased out city property at 701 N. Missouri Avenue and 918 Palmetto
Street for the Head Start program for several years.
Head Start is a community service program aimed at providing preschool-aged
children with structured recreation and educational opportunities.
The Head Start program is funded by federal grant dollars and is operated under
the direction of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. (LSF), a non-profit corporation, will now be
operating the program at 22 sites throughout Pinellas County including the two
city sites.
The previous partner tasked with operating the program in Pinellas County no
longer has access to the grant funding and has terminated both leases with the
City effective June 30, 2013.
LSF has requested leases for both city properties to begin on July 1, 2013.
The site at 918 Missouri is a vacant city-owned parcel adjacent to the Sanderlin
Head Start Center.
The Sanderlin Center is owned is by a private party and is leased to LSF.
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The vacant city-owned parcel is approximately 0.12 acres and is used as a
playground for children visiting the Sanderlin Center.
Playground equipment is owned and maintained by LSF.
The Head Start facility at 701 N. Missouri has been operated entirely on city
owned property.
The 0.98-acre site contains a playground and several small buildings for use of
the site as a pre-school nursery.
Playgrounds at both sites will also be available to children not enrolled in the
Head Start program.
The proposed leases have terms and conditions similar to the previous leases for
each site.
Each lease has an initial term of 5 years with an option to extend for one
additional 5-year term.
Both leases have a rental rate of$1 for the lease term.
9. Planning
9.1 Approve the Annexation, Initial Land Use Plan Designations of Residential
Suburban (RS) and Water/Drainage Feature and Initial Zoning Atlas Designation
of Low Density Residential (LDR) District for 3030 Union Street (consisting of a
portion of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33,
Township 28 South, Range 16 East); and pass Ordinances 8424-13, 8425-13
and 8426-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-04008)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 17.50-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land and a portion of a second parcel occupied by a single-family
dwelling and a barn for boarding horses. It is located on the north side of Union
Street, approximately 640 feet west of McMullen Booth Road. The applicant is
requesting this annexation in order to receive water, sanitary sewer and solid
waste service from the City, and has submitted plans to redevelop the site as a
43-lot residential subdivision. The property is contiguous to existing city
boundaries to the west. It is proposed that the property be assigned Future Land
Use Plan designations of Residential Suburban (RS) and Water/Drainage Feature
and a zoning category of Low Density Residential (LDR). A second Petition for
Annexation is being processed concurrently with this application for a 1.79-acre
portion of the overall redevelopment site (ANX2013-05011).
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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 property does not currently receive any services from the City. Connection to
the City's sanitary sewer is available at the southwest corner of the project, and
the developer would be responsible for providing sewer connections to each new
house and for connecting the overall development to the City's sanitary sewer
system. The applicant will pay the City's sewer impact fee at the time of
construction and is aware of the additional costs to extend City sewer service to
this property. Coordination with the City's Public Utilities Department is necessary
at the time of development in order to connect to the City's Potable Water system.
Collection of solid waste will be provided by the City of Clearwater. The property is
located within Police District 111 and service will be administered through the
district headquarters located at 2851 N. McMullen Booth Road. Fire and
emergency medical services will be provided to this property by Station 49 located
at 565 Sky Harbor Drive. The City has adequate capacity to serve this property
with water, sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS service. 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.
Objective A.7.2 Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the annexation
of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater Planning Area.
Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process voluntary annexations for single-family
residential properties upon request.
The proposed Residential Suburban (RS) and Water/Drainage Feature Future
Land Use Plan categories are consistent with the current Countywide Plan
designation of this property. The RS designation primarily permits residential uses
at a density of 2.5 units per acre, while the Water/Drainage Feature designation is
used to indicate water bodies and/or drainage features on parcels. The proposed
zoning district to be assigned to the property is the Low Density Residential (LDR)
District. The current and proposed single-family residential use of the subject
property is consistent with the uses allowed in the District and the property
exceeds the District's minimum dimensional requirements. The existing use of a
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portion of the property for the boarding of horses is not explicitly allowed by the
City's Community Development Code; however, the property is currently under
contract for sale, and it is anticipated that upon approval of the proposed
development, the sale will be complete and the existing owners will vacate the
property. In the interim, this would be a legally nonconforming use within the City.
The proposed annexation is therefore 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 west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
In response to questions, Planner Lauren Matzke said Florida Statutes do not allow the
municipality to create a new enclave within annexations. The applicant's counsel
requested two cases.
9.2 Approve the Annexation, Initial Land Use Plan Designation of Residential
Suburban (RS) and Initial Zoning Atlas Designation of Low Density Residential
(LDR) District for 3030 Union Street (consisting of a portion of the West 1/2 of
the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Township 28 South,
Range 16 East); and pass Ordinances 8427-13, 8428-13 and 8429-13 on first
reading. (ANX2013-05011)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 1.79-acre property consisting of a
portion of a parcel of land containing fields associated with an adjacent barn used
for boarding horses. It is located on the north side of Union Street, approximately
640 feet west of McMullen Booth Road. The applicant is requesting this
annexation in order to receive water, sanitary sewer and solid waste service from
the City, and has submitted plans to redevelop the site as a 43-lot residential
subdivision. It is proposed that the property be assigned a Future Land Use Plan
designation of Residential Suburban (RS) and a zoning category of Low Density
Residential (LDR). A second Petition for Annexation is being processed
concurrently with this application for the southern portion of this parcel and a
second parcel, which are also part of the overall redevelopment site (ANX2013-
04008). The property is contiguous to existing city boundaries to the west, and
upon approval of ANX2013-04008 will be contiguous to city boundaries to the
south.
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:
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The property does not currently receive any services from the City. Connection to
the City's sanitary sewer is available at the southwest corner of the project, and
the developer would be responsible for providing sewer connections to each new
house and for connecting the overall development to the City's sanitary sewer
system. The applicant will pay the City's sewer impact fee at the time of
construction and is aware of the additional costs to extend City sewer service to
this property. Coordination with the City's Public Utilities Department is necessary
at the time of development in order to connect to the City's Potable Water system.
Collection of solid waste will be provided by the City of Clearwater. The property is
located within Police District 111 and service will be administered through the
district headquarters located at 2851 N. McMullen Booth Road. Fire and
emergency medical services will be provided to this property by Station 49 located
at 565 Sky Harbor Drive. The City has adequate capacity to serve this property
with water, sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS service. 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.
Objective A.7.2 Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the annexation
of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater Planning Area.
Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process voluntary annexations for single-family
residential properties upon request.
The proposed Residential Suburban (RS) Future Land Use Plan category is
consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of this property. This
designation primarily permits residential uses at a density of 2.5 units per acre.
The proposed zoning district to be assigned to the property is the Low Density
Residential (LDR) District. The proposed single-family residential use of the
subject property is consistent with the uses allowed in the District and the property
exceeds the District's minimum dimensional requirements. The existing use of the
property for the boarding of horses is not explicitly allowed by the City's
Community Development Code; however, the property is currently under contract
for sale, and it is anticipated that upon approval of the proposed development, the
sale will be complete and the existing owners will vacate the property. In the
interim, this would be a legally nonconforming use within the City. The proposed
annexation is therefore consistent with the Countywide Plan and the City's
Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code; and
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The property proposed for annexation is contiguous to existing city boundaries to
the west, and upon approval of ANX2013-04008 will be contiguous to city
boundaries to the south; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida
Statutes Chapter 171.044.
9.3 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential
Urban (RU) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) District for 2080 Lantana Avenue (Lot 7, Block C, Brook
Lawn in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass Ordinances
8420-13, 8421-13 and 8422-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-04010)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.129-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the north
west corner of Lantana Avenue and Arbelia Street. The applicant is requesting
annexation in order to receive solid waste service from the City, and will connect
to city sewer when it is available in the future, as part of the City's Idlewild/The
Mall Septic-to-Sewer Project. The property is contiguous to existing City
boundaries to the east and south. It is proposed that the property be assigned a
Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU) and a Zoning Atlas
designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Clearwater Community
Development Code Section 4-604.E as follows:
The property currently receives water service from the City. Collection of solid
waste service will be provided to the property by the City. The applicant will
connect to the City's sanitary sewer service when it is available, and is aware of
the fee that must be paid in order to connect and the financial incentives available.
The property is located within Police District 11 and service will be administered
through the district headquarters located at 645 Pierce Street. Fire and
emergency medical services will be provided to this property by Station 51 located
at 1720 Overbrook Avenue. The City has adequate capacity to serve this property
with sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS service. 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.
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Objective A.7.2 Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the annexation
of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater Planning Area.
Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process voluntary annexations for single-family
residential properties upon request.
The proposed Residential Urban (RU) Future Land Use Map category is
consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of this property. This
designation primarily permits residential uses at a density of 7.5 units per acre.
The proposed zoning district to be assigned to the property is the Low Medium
Density Residential (LMDR) District. The use of the subject property is consistent
with the uses allowed in the district and the property exceeds the district's
minimum dimensional requirements. The proposed annexation is therefore
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 east and south; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.044.
9.4 Approve a Development Agreement between Bay Esplanade Project LLC (the
Property owner) and the City of Clearwater, providing for the allocation of 55
overnight accommodation units from the Hotel Density Reserve under Beach by
Design; adopt Resolution 13-04, and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (DVA2013-02001)
The 0.95-acre subject property is located at the northeast corner of the Poinsettia
Avenue and Bay Esplanade. The property consists of the following five parcels of
vacant land 05/29/15/54756/082/0010; 05/29/15/54756/082/0020;
05/29/15/54756/082/0110; 05/29/15/54756/082/0120; and
05/29/15/54756/082/0130). The property is located within the Tourist (T) District
and the Resort Facilities High (RFH) Future Land Use Plan category. The subject
property is located in the Old Florida character district of Beach by Design.
The owners of the property propose to build a six-story, 102-room overnight
accommodation with a building footprint of 29,332 square feet with 131 off-street
parking spaces. The building will be 75 feet in height (from base Flood Elevation
to mid-point of decorative roof structure) and 78.4 feet in height (to top of elevator
shaft room).
The Old Florida character district provides a set of development parameters
addressing building height, minimum setbacks, required building stepbacks,
landscape buffers and parking/vehicular access. These development parameters
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supersede any conflicting statements contained within the Design Guidelines of
Beach by Design and the Community Development Code. Furthermore, the
Design Guidelines of Beach by Design provide that "Any issue not addressed in
[the] Design Guidelines shall be governed by the requirements of the Community
Development Code." The site plan and building design complied with the Old
Florida character district standards, Beach by Design guidelines, and the
applicable development standards of the Community Development Code.
On June 6, 2013, the Development Review Committee recommended approval of
a Flexible Standard Development application to permit a 102-room overnight
accommodation use (FLS2013-02006).
The Development Agreement proposes to allow 102 overnight accommodation
units with a density of 107.7 rooms per acre on net lot acreage, which includes the
allocation of 55 units from the Hotel Density Reserve on a lot of 41,232 square
feet of lot area, which is below the maximum density of 150 units per acre as set
forth in Beach by Design special area plan. A total of 131 off-street parking
spaces will be provided in the first three levels of the hotel. The number of parking
spaces complies with the development standard of 1.2 spaces per unit as set forth
in the Community Development Code.
The development proposal will not degrade the Level of Service (LOS C or better)
on surrounding transportation facilities nor adversely affect the nearby signalized
intersection, which is consistent with Metropolitan Planning Organizations
concurrency management for transportation facilities.
The proposal 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 ten (10) 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 55 units from the Hotel Density Reserve;
• Requires the return of any hotel unit obtained from the Hotel Density
Reserve that is not constructed;
• For units allocated from the Hotel Density Reserve, 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; and
• 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.
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The Community Development Board reviewed this Development Agreement at its
public hearing on June 18, 2013, and recommended approval.
In response to questions, Planner Kevin Nuremberger said the proposal is for a mid-
service mid-price hotel. There is a proposed outdoor entertainment area on the east
end of the property; a pool terrace area and a tiki bar offering outdoor entertainment.
Staff was directed to request the developer to include language restricting outdoor
amplified noise (11:00 p.m., Sundays through Thursdays; Midnight, Fridays and
Saturdays) be included in the agreement.
9.5 Approve amendments to the Community Development Code providing for
general development agreements and hotel density reserve agreements,
providing more flexibility for veterinary offices in the Commercial (C) zoning
district and pass Ordinance 8423-13 on first reading. (TA2013-05003)
The Clearwater Business Task Force, established on April 7, 2011, submitted its
final report to City Council on August 29, 2011. The report consisted of 71
recommendations and to date four ordinances have been adopted to streamline
the development review process and allow greater flexibility with regard to sign
area. This agenda item addresses the last outstanding code amendment
authorized by City Council. Proposed Ordinance 8423-13 creates a new process
and reduced application requirements for development agreements using the
Clearwater Beach hotel density reserve. Several sections of the Community
Development Code are proposed to be amended to implement this new process
as follows.
• Section 8-102 - the definition of development agreement is proposed to be
replaced with general development agreement and hotel density reserve
development agreement.
• Division 1, Article 4 - a footnote is proposed to be added to this chart to
indicate that the hotel density reserve development agreement will have
both required public hearings at City Council instead of following the typical
Level Three process.
• Section 4-606 - Sections 4-606.C. and D are proposed to be revised to
delineate the two different approval processes for the two types of
development agreements. Hotel density reserve development agreements
will be submitted and reviewed by the Development Review Committee
and then both required public hearings will be conducted by City Council
and a decision rendered. General development agreements will follow the
current process whereby the agreement is reviewed by the Development
Review Committee and the first public hearing conducted by the
Community Development Board and the final hearing by City Council.
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Amendments are also proposed to implement the current policy restricting
hotel density reserve development agreements to a term of 10 years and
general development agreements for up to 20 years. This ordinance also
includes an amendment generated by the Planning and Development
Department to better accommodate veterinary offices in the Commercial
(C) zoning district by establishing it as a Minimum Development Standard
Use and to provide flexibility of dimensional standards more consistent with
retail and office uses in the District. The Planning and Development
Department has determined that the proposed text amendments to the
Community Development Code are consistent with and furthers the goals,
objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan and the Community
Development Code as outlined in the staff report. The Community
Development Board (CDB) reviewed the proposed text amendment at its
meeting of June 18, 2013 and unanimously recommended approval of the
amendment.
9.6 Approve the Annexation, Future Land Use Map Amendment from Residential
Urban (RU), Preservation (P) and Water/Drainage Feature (Water) (Pinellas
County) to Residential Medium (RM), Preservation (P) and Water/Drainage
Feature (Water), and Zoning Atlas Amendment from RPD-7.5, Residential
Planned Development (7.5 UPA Max Density) category (Pinellas County) to
Medium High Density Residential (MHDR) and Preservation (P) (City of
Clearwater) for property located at 2200 and 2251 Montclair Road (consisting of
a portion of the Southwest of the Northwest of Section 6, Township 29 South,
Range 16 East) together with the abutting rights-of-way, less North Belcher
Road, and right-of-way to the west of the Montclair Road right-of-way: and pass
Ordinances 8409-13, 8410-13 and 8411-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-04007,
LUP2013-04002 and REZ2013-04002
These annexation, future land use map amendment and rezoning applications
involve two parcels comprising approximately 23.75 acres in area located on the
west side of North Belcher Road between Sunset Point Road and Montclair Road.
The Planning Department is requesting that 3.09-acres of rights-of-way abutting
the properties (not including North Belcher Road) and to the west of the Montclair
Road right-of-way not currently within the city limits also be annexed. The
requests are to annex the subject property into the City, and upon annexation into
the City to change the property's Future Land Use Map designations of
Residential Urban (RU), Preservation (P) and Water/Draining Feature (Pinellas
County) to Residential Medium (RM), Preservation (P) and Water/Drainage
Feature and to designate the subject property with the Medium High Density
Residential (MHDR) and Preservation (P) zoning categories (City of Clearwater).
The existing Pinellas County zoning designation is RPD-7.5, Residential Planned
Development (7.5 Units per Acre Max Density). The western parcel (11.23 acres),
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addressed as 2200 Montclair Road, is owned by David B. and Sharon Webb and
contains a single-family home and one building (7,984 square feet) associated
with the wholesale plant nursery. The eastern parcel (12.52 acres), addressed as
2251 Montclair Road, is owned by Webb's Nursery, Inc. and is currently used as a
wholesale plant nursery with two buildings (totaling 6,280 square feet) and
planting areas. Both parcels contain preservation land and portions of Beckett
Lake, totaling approximately 7.9 acres; the remaining 15.85 acres consists of
developable uplands. The subject property will function with the existing single-
family home use and plant wholesale nursery use until the property is sold and
redeveloped. It is anticipated that the single-family home will remain and the rest
of the property will be redeveloped as multifamily housing. A development
application has not been submitted at this time; however, the applicant
understands all necessary approvals and permits must be obtained before
development of the subject site occurs.
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Community Development Code
Section 4-604.E as follows:
The parcels currently receive water service from the City. The applicant is
requesting annexation in order to develop the property at a future time with
access to urban infrastructure (e.g., City sewer). The applicant is aware of the
sewer impact fee and the additional costs to extend sewer services to the
property. Collection of solid waste will be provided by the City of Clearwater. The
property is located within Police District III and service will be administered
through the district headquarters located at 2851 N. McMullen Booth Road. Fire
and emergency medical services will be provided to this property by Station 48
located at 1700 North Belcher Road. The City has adequate capacity to serve this
property with water, sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS service.
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 goals,
objectives and policies 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. Objective A.7.2 Diversify and
expand the City's tax base through the annexation of a variety of land uses
located within the Clearwater Planning Area. Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process
voluntary annexations for single-family residential properties upon request. The
parcel is contiguous on the east, west and south to existing City boundaries,
represents a logical extension of the boundaries and does not create an enclave;
therefore the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
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The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
future land use map amendment and zoning atlas amendment is consistent with
the Community Development Code as specified below:
• The proposed amendments are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan,
the Countywide Plan Rules, and the Community Development Code.
• The proposed amendments are compatible with the surrounding property
and character of the neighborhood.
• Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the property.
• The proposed amendments will not have an adverse impact on the natural
environment.
• The proposed amendments will not have an adverse impact on the use of
property in the immediate area.
• The available uses in the Medium High Density (MHDR) District and
Preservation (P) District are compatible with the surrounding area.
In accordance with the Countywide Plan Rules, the land use plan amendment is
subject to the approval of the Pinellas Planning Council and the Board of County
Commissioners acting as the Countywide Planning Authority. The application is a
large-scale amendment so review and approval by the Florida Department of
Economic Opportunity (Division of Community Planning) is required. The
Community Development Board reviewed the land use plan amendment and
rezoning applications at its public hearing on June 18, 2013 and unanimously
recommended approval.
In response to questions, Planner Lauren Matzke said the wetlands study on the
eastern portion of the subject site has been completed. The application is being
presented jointly; the owner to the west must complete a wetlands study. The
residential urban zoning has a lower intensity than residential medium.
10. Legal
10.1 Adopt Ordinance 8398-13 on second reading, amending the Community
Development Code Article 8, providing a revised definition for family and a new
definition for housekeeping unit.
10.2 Adopt Ordinance 8400-13 on second reading, amending the future land use plan
element of the Comprehensive Plan of the city to change the land use
designation for certain real property whose post office address is 150 South
McMullen Booth Road from Residential Office Limited (R/OL) to Institutional (1).
10.3 Adopt Ordinance 8401-13 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the
city by rezoning for certain real property whose post office address is 150 South
McMullen Booth Road, from Office (0) to Institutional (1).
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10.4 Adopt Ordinance 8403-13 on second reading, annexing certain real property
whose post office address is 1212 Aloha Lane into the corporate limits of the city
and redefining the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
10.5 Adopt Ordinance 8404-13 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 1212 Aloha Lane, upon
annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Urban (RU).
10.6 Adopt Ordinance 8405-13 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the
city by zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1212 Aloha
Lane, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR).
10.7 Adopt Ordinance 8406-13 on second reading, annexing certain real property
whose post office address is 1321 Parkwood Street, together with the abutting
right-of-way, into the corporate limits of the city and redefining the boundary lines
of the city to include said addition.
10.8 Adopt Ordinance 8407-13 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 1321 Parkwood Street,
together with the abutting right-of-way, upon annexation into the City of
Clearwater, as Residential Low (RL).
10.9 Adopt Ordinance 8408-13 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the
city by zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1321 Parkwood
Street, together with the abutting right-of-way, upon annexation into the City of
Clearwater, as Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
10.10 Adopt Ordinance 8412-13 on second reading, annexing certain real property
whose post office address is 1270 Palm Street, into the corporate limits of the
city and redefining the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
10.11 Adopt Ordinance 8413-13 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 1270 Palm Street, upon
annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Urban (RU).
10.12 Adopt Ordinance 8414-13 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the
city by zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1270 Palm
Street, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR).
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10.13 Adopt Ordinance 8415-13 on second reading, annexing certain real property
whose post office address is 1544 Levern Street, into the corporate limits of the
city and redefining the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
10.14 Adopt Ordinance 8416-13 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 1544 Levern Street, upon
annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Low (RL).
10.15 Adopt Ordinance 8417-13 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the
city by zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1544 Levern
Street, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR).
10.16 Adopt Ordinance 8430-13 on second reading, vacating a portion of the drainage
easement encompassing a parcel of land lying in Section 05, Township 29
South, Range 16 East, Pinellas County. Florida, and being a portion of Lot 6.
Winwood, as recorded in Plat Book 113, Pages 43-45 of the Public Records of
Pinellas County, Florida.
10.17 Adopt Ordinance 8432-13 on second reading, amending the Operating Budget
for the Fiscal Year ending September 30. 2013, to reflect increases and
decreases in revenues and expenditures for the General Fund, Special
Development Fund, Special Program Fund. Water and Sewer Fund, Solid Waste
Fund, Recycling Fund, Gas Fund, Marine Fund, Airpark Fund, Clearwater Harbor
Marina Fund, General Services Fund, and Garage Fund.
10.18 Adopt Ordinance 8433-13 on second reading, amending the Capital
Improvement Budget for the Fiscal Year ending September 30. 2013, to reflect a
net increase of$27.270.944.
11. City Manager Verbal Reports
11.1 Centennial Celebration - Gina Dewitt
Legal Office Administrator Gina Dewitt said staff has been directed to plan one event
per month that is tied to existing events, pursue a commemorative cookbook that could
be sold at cost and incorporates stories and pictures from residents, conduct a short film
and historical play contest with local high schools and college programs, social media
presence, one weekend event, neighborhood banner with centennial logo, ask partner
organizations to tie their marketing efforts with the centennial, and a new city seal.
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There was consensus to have a monument on the Courtney Campbell Causeway,
which is estimated to cost $12,000 for an unlighted monument and $14,000 for a lighted
one. Ms. Dewitt said the Department of Transportation would be involved as the
Courtney Campbell is a state road and any modification would require permits.
Ms. Dewitt said the recommended budget should not exceed $150,000, but does not
include costs to replace the seal signs outside of City Hall, city flags, and the City
Clerk's seal embosser. Staff is seeking direction from Council regarding the budget.
It was suggested that the centennial website include photos and short vignettes
depicting the history of Clearwater that may also be included in the commemorative
book and consideration be given to include fireworks at the one main event. Staff was
directed to research cost of a fireworks display at a Phillies/Threshers game.
12. Council Discussion Items
12.1 Benchmarking and Best Practices - Councilmember Jonson
AND
12.2 Coastie - Councilmember Hock-DiPolito
Discussion deferred to Thursday's council meeting.
13. Closing Comments by Mayor— None.
14. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
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