09/19/2013 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF CLEARWATER
September 19, 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.
1. Call to Order - Mayor George N. Cretekos
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.
2. Invocation - Rev. Tamara Isadore from Friendship United Methodist Church
3. Pledge of Allegiance -Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
4. Presentations - Given.
4.1 Service Awards
One service award was presented to a city employee.
4.2 Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation, September 15, 2013 through October
15, 2013 - Maria Edmonds and Sandra Lythe, InterCultural Advocacy Institute
4.3 FFEA SunSational Awards - Brian Craig, Events and Athletics Coordinator
Mr. Craig said the City's Sea Blues poster and Fun n Sun photo received top honors in
their respective categories. He presented Council with a signed commemorative Sea
Blues poster.
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4.4 Sugar Sand Festival - Lisa Chandler
Ms. Chandler provided a recap on the inaugural Sugar Sand Festival and thanked the
City for their support. Next year's event will be held April 4 -13, 2014. She presented
Council with a commemorative book.
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 Approve the minutes of the September 3, 2013 Special City Council Meeting and
the September 5, 2013 City Council Meeting as submitted in written summation
by the City Clerk.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the September 3, 2013
Special City Council Meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Councilmember Doreen Hock-DiPolito moved to approve the minutes of the September
5, 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
Tom Rask said there is a misspelling contained in the Memorandum of Understanding
with the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and expressed concerns with the City's potential
financial risk associated with the proposed project.
Elizabeth Makowski opposed the requirement for a $40 monthly beach parking permit
for beach employees, expressed concerns that the permit does not guarantee a parking
space for all permit holders, and requested that the permits be more affordable
Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM
7. Administrative Public Hearings
7.1 Adopt Ordinance 8475-13 on second reading, declaring the millage rate to be
levied for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2013 and ending September 30,
2014, for operating purposes including the funding of pensions, debt service, and
road maintenance for capital improvement expenditures at 5.1550 mills, which is
a 3.05% increase from the rolled back rate of 5.0023 mills.
Budget Director Tina Wilson provided a PowerPoint presentation.
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Ordinance 8475-13 was presented and read in full. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson moved to
adopt Ordinance 8475-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.2 Adopt Ordinance 8476-13 on second reading, adopting an Operating Budget for
the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2013 and ending September 30, 2014,
authorizing the City Manager to issue such instructions that are necessary to
achieve and accomplish the service programs so authorized; authorizing the City
Manager to transfer monies and programs among the departments and activities
within any fund as provided by Chapter 2 of the Clearwater Code of Ordinances.
Ordinance 8476-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to adopt Ordinance 8476-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.3 Adopt Ordinance 8477-13 on second reading, adopting the Capital Improvement
Program Budget for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2013 and ending
September 30, 2014, approving the Six-Year Capital Improvement Program
which shall be reevaluated at the beginning of each fiscal year; authorizing the
City Manager to issue such instructions that are necessary to achieve and
accomplish the capital improvements so authorized; authorizing the City
Manager to transfer money between projects in the Capital Improvement
Program; appropriating the available and anticipated resources for the projects
identified.
The Capital Improvement Program Ordinance 8477-13, Exhibit B was amended
by the Council at first reading to include a project in the Capital Improvement Plan
in fiscal year 2015/16 to be entitled "Undesignated Future Penny Projects"; in the
amount of$6,750,000.This change has been made to the category of
Miscellaneous on Exhibit B in fiscal year 2015/16. This increases the amount in
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that fiscal year from $675,000 to $7,425,000. This also increases the Total on
that same line from $4,580,000 to $11,330,000. The Total Six-Year Plan is now
budgeted at $360,128,810.
Ordinance 8477-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to adopt Ordinance 8477-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.4 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 1947 Chenango Avenue (South of Lots 24 and
25, Floradel Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and
pass Ordinances 8454-13, 8455-13 and 8456-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-
06012)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.142-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the north
east corner of Chenango Avenue and State 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. The Planning and Development Department is requesting
that the 0.671-acres of State Street right-of-way abutting the property and
extending east to the intersection of North Betty Lane and State Street not
currently within the city limits also be annexed. 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
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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.
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; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
Councilmember Jay Polglaze moved to 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 1947 Chenango Avenue (South of Lots
24 and 25, Floradel Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8454-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8454-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays": None
Ordinance 8455-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to pass Ordinance 8455-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays": None
Ordinance 8456-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8456-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays": None
7.5 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 1974 North Betty Lane (Lot 34, Floradel
Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass
Ordinances 8439-13, 8440-13 and 8441-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-06013)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.117-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the west
side of North Betty Lane approximately 51 feet north of Bertland Way. 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. 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).
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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.
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; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
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Councilmember Jay Polglaze moved to 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 1974 North Betty Lane (Lot 34, Floradel
Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8439-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8439-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8440-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to pass Ordinance 8440-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8441-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8441-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.6 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 1949 Chenango Avenue (North of Lots 24 and
25, Floradel Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and
pass Ordinances 8445-13, 8446-13 and 8447-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-
06014)
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This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.145-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the
southeast corner of Chenango Avenue and Bertland Way. 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. The Planning and Development Department is
requesting that the 0.825-acres of Bertland Way right-of-way abutting the property
and extending east to the intersection of North Betty Lane and Bertland Way not
currently within the city limits also be annexed. 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 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 II 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.
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.
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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; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
Councilmember Doreen Hock-DiPolito moved to 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 1949 Chenango
Avenue (North of Lots 24 and 25, Floradel Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29
South, Range 15 East). The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8445-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8445-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8446-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay Polglaze
moved to pass Ordinance 8446-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8447-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8447-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
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Polglaze
"Nays None
7.7 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 2079 Lantana Avenue (Lot 10, Block D,
Brooklawn, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass
Ordinances 8442-13, 8443-13 and 8444-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-06015)
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 east
side of Lantana Avenue approximately 114 feet south of Union 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. 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 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 II 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.
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.
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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; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 2079 Lantana Avenue (Lot 10, Block D,
Brooklawn, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8442-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to approve Ordinance 8442-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8443-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze moved to approve Ordinance 8443-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
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Ordinance 8444-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to approve Ordinance 8444-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.8 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 1274 Palm Street (Lot 10, Knights Acres, in
Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass Ordinances 8448-13,
8449-13 and 8450-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-06016)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.118-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the north
side of Palm Street approximately 153 feet west of North Betty Lane. 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 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 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 II 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
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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 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 south; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 1274 Palm Street (Lot 10, Knights
Acres, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8448-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8448-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
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Ordinance 8449-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze moved to pass Ordinance 8449-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8450-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8450-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.9 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 1206 Sheridan Road (Lot 3, Block 2, Sunset
Knoll, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass Ordinances
8451-13, 8452-13 and 8453-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-06017)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.176-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the north
side of Sheridan Road approximately 136 feet east of Douglas Avenue. 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 west. 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 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
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be paid in order to connect and the financial incentives available. The property is
located within Police District II 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.
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 west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 1206 Sheridan Road (Lot 3, Block 2,
Sunset Knoll, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
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Ordinance 8451-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8451-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8452-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay Polglaze
moved to pass Ordinance 8452-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8453-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8453-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.10 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 1327 State Street (Lots 2 and 3, Lange's Replat
of Browns Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and
pass Ordinances 8457-13, 8458-13 and 8459-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-
06018)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.316-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the south
side of State Street approximately 68 feet east of North Betty Lane. 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 north and west. The Planning and Development
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Department is requesting that the 0.269-acres of State Street right-of-way
extending east of the intersection of North Betty Lane and State Street not
currently within the city limits also be annexed. 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 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 II 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.
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
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The property proposed for annexation is contiguous to existing City boundaries to
the north and west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.044.
In response to questions, Planning and Development Director Michael Delk said street
maintenance becomes the City's responsibility upon annexation, which is incorporated
into the City's capital improvement plan.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 1327 State Street (Lots 2 and 3,
Lange's Replat of Browns Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15
East). The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8457-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8457-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8458-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze moved to pass Ordinance 8458-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8459-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8459-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
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7.11 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 2025 North Betty Lane (Lot 3, Block K,
Brooklawn, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass
Ordinances 8460-13, 8461-13 and 8462-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-06019)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.116-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the east
side of North Betty Lane approximately 100 feet south of Idlewild Drive. 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 north and west. 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 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 II 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.
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.
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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 north and west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.044.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 2025 North Betty Lane (Lot 3, Block K,
Brooklawn, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8460-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to approve Ordinance 8460-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8461-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze moved to pass Ordinance 8461-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8462-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8462-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays": None
7.12 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 1256 Sedeeva Circle North (Lot 13, Floradel
Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass
Ordinances 8466-13, 8467-13 and 8468-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-06020)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.135-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the north
side of Sedeeva Circle North approximately 400 feet west of North Betty Lane.
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 north and west. The Planning and Development
Department is requesting that the 0.061-acres of abutting Sedeeva Circle North
right-of-way not currently within the city limits also be annexed. 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 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 II 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:
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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 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. The lot width is consistent with the range
allowed through the Flexible Development standards, and the property exceeds
the district's minimum lot size 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 north and west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.044.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 1256 Sedeeva Circle North (Lot 13,
Floradel Subdivision, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8466-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8466-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
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Ordinance 8467-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze moved to pass Ordinance 8467-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8468-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8468-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.13 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 1221 Palm Street (East 40 feet of Lot 11, and the
West 30 feet of Lot 12, Block B, CLEARDUK and pass Ordinances 8472-13,
8473-13 and 8474-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-06021)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.165-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the south
side of Palm Street approximately 335 feet east of Douglas Avenue. 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 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
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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.
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.
Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 1221 Palm Street (East 40 feet of Lot
11, and the West 30 feet of Lot 12, Block B, CLEARDUN). The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8472-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8472-13 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
'Ayes Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Paul Gibson, Councilmember
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Doreen Hock-DiPolito, Councilmember Bill Jonson, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8473-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay Polglaze
moved to pass Ordinance 8473-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Ordinance 8474-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8474-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.14 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 1263 Palm Street (Lot 22, Block B, Cleardun, in
Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass Ordinances 8463-13,
8464-13 and 8465-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-07022)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.141-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the south
side of Palm Street approximately 305 feet west of North Betty Lane. 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 north, south, east, and west. 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).
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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 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 II 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.
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 north, south, east, and west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with
Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
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Councilmember Bill Jonson moved to 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 1263 Palm Street (Lot 22, Block B,
Cleardun, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East). The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Councilmember Doreen Hock-DiPolito moved to pass Ordinance 8463-13 on first
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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Councilmember Jay E. Polglaze moved to approve Ordinance 8464-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
Vice Mayor Paul Gibson moved to pass Ordinance 8465-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
7.15 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 2021 North Betty Lane (Lot 4, Block K,
Brooklawn, in Section 3, Township 29 South, Range 15 East); and pass
Ordinances 8469-13, 8470-13 and 8471-13 on first reading. (ANX2013-07023)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.116-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the east
side of North Betty Lane approximately 150 feet south of Idlewild Drive. The
applicant is requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste service from the
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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 west. 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 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 II 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.
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
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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.
Jeffrey Snowball, Petitioner, said he no longer wishes to be annexed into city limits.
In response to questions, Planning and Development Michael Delk said the City is the
primary urban service provider for the area. The subject property is located within the
City's annexation service area. The proposed annexation is a petition in anticipation of
the upcoming sewer project. If the property is not annexed, the property owner would
bear the cost to hook to up to the city sewer plus a 20% premium for not being within
the city.
Mr. Snowball said he contacted Planner Lauren Matzke regarding a payment plan but
had not received a response.
It was suggested that the agenda item be continued in order to follow up with staff.
Councilmember Jay Polglaze moved to continue Item 7.15 to October 3, 2013. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
7.16 Approve a Future Land Use Map Amendment from the Residential Low (RL)
classification to the Residential Urban (RU) classification for property located at
1569 and 1571 Sunset Point Road, approximately 0.24 miles east of the
intersection of Sunset Point Road and N. Highland Avenue (consisting of Lot 1,
Block A, Clearwater Highlands, Unit A); and pass Ordinance 8435-13 on first
reading. (LUP2013-06003)
This future land use map amendment application involves a 0.37-acre property
located at 1569 and 1571 Sunset Point Road, which is approximately 0.24 miles
east of the intersection of Sunset Point Road and N. Highland Avenue. The
property is comprised of two parcels, which are currently vacant. The request is to
change the property's Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL)
to Residential Urban (RU). The property is currently designated Low Medium
Density Residential (LMDR) in the Zoning Atlas, and there is no need to amend
the zoning designation as the LMDR District is compatible with both Residential
Low (RL) and Residential Urban (RU) future land use designations.
In February 2007, the City received a petition for annexation for the property,
which at the time was a single parcel (ANX2007-02005, annexation effective May
2007). At the time the request for annexation was received, there was a single-
family home located on the parcel, but it was demolished in April 2007 while still in
Pinellas County. The City has received building permit applications for a single-
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family home on each parcel, but in order to develop the parcels, the applicant
must amend the present Future Land Use Map designation from Residential Low
(RL) to Residential Urban (RU).
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
future land use map 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 Residential Urban (RU) 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
small-scale amendment so review and approval by the Florida Department of
Economic Opportunity (Division of Community Planning) is not required.
The Community Development Board reviewed this application at its public hearing
on August 20, 2013 and unanimously recommended approval of the future land
use map amendment.
Vice Mayor Paul Gibson moved to approve a Future Land Use Map Amendment from
the Residential Low (RL) classification to the Residential Urban (RU) classification for
property located at 1569 and 1571 Sunset Point Road, approximately 0.24 miles east of
the intersection of Sunset Point Road and N. Highland Avenue (consisting of Lot 1,
Block A, Clearwater Highlands, Unit A). The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
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Ordinance 8435-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to pass Ordinance 8435-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
8. Second Readings - Public Hearing
8.1 Adopt Ordinance 8424-13 on second reading, annexing certain real property
whose post office address is 3030 Union Street into the corporate limits of the
city and redefining the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
Ordinance 8424-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to adopt Ordinance 8424-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
8.2 Adopt Ordinance 8425-13 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 3030 Union Street, upon
annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Suburban (RS) and
water/drainage feature.
Ordinance 8425-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to adopt Ordinance 8425-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
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8.3 Adopt Ordinance 8426-13 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the
city by zoning certain real property whose post office address is 3030 Union
Street, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Low Density Residential
L( DR).
Ordinance 8426-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay Polglaze
moved to adopt Ordinance 8426-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
8.4 Adopt Ordinance 8427-13 on second reading, annexing certain real property
whose post office address is 3030 Union Street [smaller parcell into the
corporate limits of the city and redefining the boundary lines of the city to include
said addition.
Ordinance 8427-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to adopt Ordinance 8427-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
8.5 Adopt Ordinance 8428-13 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 3030 Union Street [smaller
parcell, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Suburban
(RS).
Ordinance 8428-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to adopt Ordinance 8428-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
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"Nays None
8.6 Adopt Ordinance 8429-13 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the
city by zoning certain real property whose post office address is 3030 Union
Street [smaller parcell, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Low
Density Residential (LDR).
Ordinance 8429-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Doreen
Hock-DiPolito moved to adopt Ordinance 8429-13 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
9. Consent Agenda — Approved as submitted.
9.1 Approve a one-year Grant Funding Agreement for Fiscal Year 2013-14, in the
amount of$166,993 between Jolley Trolley Transportation of Clearwater, Inc.
and the City of Clearwater for the operation of transportation and trolley service
on Clearwater Beach, Island Estates and Sand Key (Beach Route) and the
Coastal Route, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
consent
9.2 Approve a Professional Services Contract between the City of Clearwater and
Imagine Global Consulting to provide tourism marketing services for the City of
Clearwater in the amount of$164,000 per fiscal year, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
9.3 Approve the extension of the Emergency Medical Services ALS First Responder
Agreement between Pinellas County and City of Clearwater for one year through
September 30, 2014 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
consent
9.4 Approve the extension of Fire Protection Services Agreement between Pinellas
County Fire Protection Authority and City of Clearwater for one year through
September 30, 2014 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
consent
9.5 Approve an Interlocal Agreement with Pinellas County Housing Authority for
natural gas pipeline monitoring, inspection and maintenance and authorize the
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appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
9.6 Approve the renewal of the Agreement between the City and CareATC for the
administration of the City's Employee Health Center, providing onsite medical
and prescription drug services under a fixed cost pricing arrangement at a total
cost not to exceed $1.750.000 per year: authorize a purchase order for payment
of same: and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
9.7 Approve the renewal of the Memorandum of Agreement between the City and
City of Dunedin allowing for the use of the City of Clearwater Employee Health
Center by employees, retirees, and their dependents under the City of Dunedin
medical plan in a cost-sharing arrangement with Clearwater and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
9.8 Approve the Charter and Investment Policy Statement as established by the City
Defined Contribution Plan Fiduciary Investment Committee. (consent)
9.9 Approve a contract in the amount of$428.857.50 with the Pinellas County
Sheriff's Office, Largo. Florida for latent fingerprint, crime scene processing,
evidence and property storage and Pinellas Juvenile Assessment Center
services, during the one-year contract period. October 1. 2013 through
September 30. 2014, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
consent
9.10 Award a contract (purchase order) to Angelo's Recycled Materials, for operating
expenditures in the amount of$360.000 for the disposal of solid waste at their
site for the period October 1. 2013 through September 30. 2014 as provided in
the City's Code of Ordinances. Section 2.561, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
9.11 Award a contract (purchase order) to Pinellas County Solid Waste for an
operating expenditure of$3.800.000 for the disposal of solid waste at the
Pinellas County waste-to-energy plant/landfill, October 1. 2013 through
September 30. 2014, as provided in the City's Code of Ordinances. Section
2.564 (1) (d). Services provided by other Governmental Entities, and authorize
the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
9.12 Award a Contract to Construction Manager at Risk. Biltmore Construction, Co..
Inc. of Belleair. FL., for the guaranteed maximum price of$173.143.04 for
rehabilitation of five bridges on Island Estates: and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
9.13 Approve the conveyance of a Distribution Easement to Duke Energy granting
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appropriate authority to Duke for the purpose of providing electrical service to
city-owned property located at 1875 Airport Drive, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
9.14 Approve the final plat for Lakeside at Clearwater, whose physical address is
2165 Gulf to Bay Boulevard (S.R. 60). (consent)
9.15 Reappoint Robert Peter Stasis and appoint Linda S. Varonich to the
Environmental Advisory Board with terms to expire September 30, 2017.
Councilmember Jay Polglaze 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 Amend the City's fiscal year 2012/13 Operating and Capital Improvement
Budgets at third quarter and pass Ordinances 8483-13 and 8484-13 on first
reading.
The fiscal year 2012/13 Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets were
adopted in September 2012 by Ordinances 8356-12 and 8357-12. Section 2.521
of the City's Code of Ordinances requires the City Manager to prepare a quarterly
report detailing income, expenditure estimates, collections, the explanation of
significant variances, as well as the financial status of all capital improvement
projects. The attached memorandum and the accompanying report provide this
information and outline the issues at third quarter that require amendment.
Councilmember Jay Polglaze moved to amend the City's fiscal year 2012/13 Operating
and Capital Improvement Budgets at third quarter. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Ordinance 8483-13 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor Paul Gibson
moved to pass Ordinance 8483-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
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Ordinance 8484-13 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to approve Ordinance 8484-13 on first 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
10.2 Endorse the application for Project Zone and committing the City of Clearwater
to provide local financial support (Local Match) of 10% of the eligible tax refund
upon certification by State of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO)
and adopt Resolution 13-23.
The Florida Legislature created Florida Statute, Section 288.106 to encourage the
growth of Florida's high-wage, value-added employment. This program is
commonly known as the Qualified Target Industry Tax Refund Program (QTI
Program). This law authorizes Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) to accept, review and
recommend applications for consideration by DEO for tax refunds to qualified
target industry businesses. Pursuant to Florida Statute, Sections 288.075 and
288.106, the applicant requests certain information, including the name of the
company, remain confidential until such time as is required under statute or
desired by the applicant. Project Zone is the alias name of the applicant
company.
Project Zone was initially approved by DEO in August 2012, and Local Match
resolutions were duly approved by Pinellas County and City of St. Petersburg
(10% Local Match, each) in September 2012. Due to rapid growth of Project
Zone, the company is relocating its operations to the City of Clearwater.
Project Zone requests QTI Local Match from the City of Clearwater. The City of
St. Petersburg has provided written support of the change in location; Pinellas
County's Local Match Resolution 12-77 (duly approved on September 6, 2012)
remains in effect.
This Resolution provides a commitment of the city to support the QTI Program,
which provides a performance-based incentive. It does not guarantee payment
until such time as the terms and conditions of the contract made between DEO
and Project Zone are met, subject to limitations described below.
QTI Program Description
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The QTI Program works as an inducement to encourage companies to locate or expand
in Florida. The incentive may not exceed that which is requested in the application.
As required by the QTI Program, Project Zone will create at least 10 net new full-time
equivalent Florida jobs, will pay an average annual wage that is at least 115 percent of
the Pinellas County average wage as published by Enterprise Florida, Inc., and shows
that the jobs make a significant economic contribution to the area economy.
Description of Project
Project Zone projects to create 35 jobs by end of year 2013. Project Zone's job creation
schedule is as follows:
Number of net new full-time Date by which jobs
Phase equivalent Florida jobs created in will be created
the business unit
1 111/ C113
Total 35
The following types of jobs are expected to be created by this insurance headquarters
company:
Business Unit 6 Digit Project Annualized Wage
Activities NAICS Function ($)
Code(s)
AdmmfManacemn !k1i 1L?Q°lQ........................$ 0,74 .(... . .
Av�r� e Wage ,fit?744 D0:
Average wages of all new jobs created by Project Zone is to be no less than $80,744,
which is 200% of the Pinellas County Annual Average Wage as published by Enterprise
Florida on January 1, 2012.
QTI Program Request & Local Match Commitment
The requested tax refund is to be paid to the applicant each state fiscal year (July 1- June
30) for a period of four years. If approved by the City of Clearwater, the applicant will
receive a refund for each new job created in the City of Clearwater. The QTI Program
allows for a refund of eligible taxes paid that will equal a maximum of $5,000 per new job
created. Eighty percent of this award is provided by the State of Florida, with a Local
Match of ten percent from the City of Clearwater and ten percent from Pinellas County.
Therefore, the maximum Local Match award per new job created is $500 for a total Local
Match of$17,500.
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Payment Schedule
Disbursement of the Local Match is spread over a period of four years with a maximum of
twenty-five percent of the Local Match paid annually. The schedule is as follows:
PHASE #JOBS ELIGIBLE MAX OF FY13-14 FY14-15 FY15- FYI 6-
AWARD 25%/YR 16 17
i17,5t?? $4,87 $4, 7a 4Y 78 $4, 7a �4Y�78 r.
The payment schedule is subject to the applicant continuing to meet all eligibility criteria,
which is verified each year by DEO, City of Clearwater and Pinellas County. Upon
verification, the DEO requests the Local Match disbursement check from the City up to
the maximum yearly allowed amount. The DEO then provides the disbursement to the
applicant.
Conditions of Limitation & Termination
During the term of the agreement, the Local Match may be lowered under the following
conditions:
• If in any year the applicant does not achieve the job creation schedule but
achieves at least eighty percent of the required new jobs, the company will receive
a pro-rated refund less five percent penalty of the schedule award amount for that
year.
• If the total of the eligible taxes paid by the company is less than the maximum
eligible refund amount awarded, the Local Match will be reduced on a pro-rated
basis. The refunded amount will not exceed the amount of eligible taxes paid by
the company.
The Local Match may be eliminated under the following conditions:
• If job creation falls below 80% of the required jobs, the company will not receive a
refund and will be terminated from the program.
• If the average wage falls below $80,744, the company will not receive a refund
and will be terminated from the program.
Funding Source
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The Fiscal Year 2013-2014 funding is currently available from Economic Development
budget account number 181-99846. Future year funding will need to be allocated during
the City's annual budget process.
Councilmember Doreen Hock-DiPolito moved to endorse the application for Project
Zone and committing the City of Clearwater to provide local financial support (Local
Match) of 10% of the eligible tax refund upon certification by State of Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO). The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Resolution 13-23 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jay E. Polglaze
moved to adopt Resolution 13-23. 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
"Nays None
10.3 Approve the master lease agreement between the City and The Bancorp Bank
/dba/ Mears Motor Leasing to provide a $25,000,000 line of credit for all planned
lease purchase equipment acquired in the next five fiscal years starting October
1, 2013; authorize all uncompleted equipment acquisitions previously approved
for financing under the current agreement with Mears be financed under this new
agreement; authorize the appropriate officials to execute same, and adopt
Resolution 13-24.
The current agreement with Mears Motor Leasing expires September 31, 2013.
The City solicited proposals (RFP 20-13) for lease purchase (installment sale)
financing for the next five fiscal years (2014-2018). Five competitive proposals
were received: Bank of America Public Capital Corp, US Bancorp Government
Finance, SunTrust Equipment Finance and Leasing Corp., JP Morgan Chase
Bank, N.A., and The Bancorp Bank/dba/ Mears Motor Leasing. The selection
committee has reviewed these proposals comparing interest rates, process, and
experience of the proposers and unanimously recommends Mears Motor Leasing
for approval.
Per the proposed agreement with Mears Motor Leasing, the interest rates
applicable to each draw will be determined by the following table based on the
three and five year Constant Maturing Treasury (CMT) rate as published weekly in
the Federal Reserve Statistical Release H.15.
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3-Year CMT Mears 5 -Year CMT Mears
Under 2% 2.00% Under 2% 2.00%
2% - 3% 2.00% 2% - 3% 2.00%
3% - 4% 2.49% 3% - 4% 2.49%
4% - 5% 2.49% 4% - 5% 2.49%
5% - 6% 3.00% 5% - 6% 3.00%
Over 6% 3.00% Over 6% 3.00%
For example, if at the time of financing the 3-year CMT were 3.49%, the rate the
City would be charged by Mears Motor Leasing would be 2.49%.With the
exception of items that have a three-year useful life such as computer
hardware/software and police pursuit vehicles, lease purchases will be on a five-
year amortization schedule. The contract has a term of five years with the option
for renewal as mutually agreed to by both parties.
Approval of this item does not represent a commitment to borrow. Decisions to
lease purchase specific items of equipment must be budgeted for or approved
separately in accordance with the City's purchasing policy.
In response to questions, Finance Director Jay Ravins said the earnings rate for the
City's Cash Pool is less than the rate the City would pay on lease purchases, a five-year
guaranteed rate. Staff will determine at the time of equipment purchase if it is in the
City's best interest to finance the purchase internally or through lease purchase. The
type of financing will be reflected in the agenda item presented to Council. Controller
Clem Vericker said the maximum rate under a lease purchase is 3%. The other bid
respondents used different indexes than requested, making it difficult to compare.
Vice Mayor Paul Gibson moved to approve the master lease agreement between the
City and The Bancorp Bank/dba/ Mears Motor Leasing to provide a $25,000,000 line of
credit for all planned lease purchase equipment acquired in the next five fiscal years
starting October 1, 2013; authorize all uncompleted equipment acquisitions previously
approved for financing under the current agreement with Mears be financed under this
new agreement; authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Resolution 13-24 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Bill Jonson
moved to adopt Resolution 13-24. 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, Councilmember Jay E.
Polglaze
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"Nays ": None
Miscellaneous Reports and Items
11. City Manager Verbal Reports — None.
12. Closing Comments by Mayor
Mayor George N. Cretekos reviewed recent and upcoming events, encouraged all to
vote Clearwater for "Best Place to Watch a Sunset" at 10best.com and expressed
sympathies to County Commissioner Kenneth Welch and D.T. Minich, Pinellas County
Tourism Chief, for the recent passing of their fathers.
13. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
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