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07/05/1988 CITY COMMISSION WORK SESSION July 5, 1988 The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met at the City Hall, Tuesday, July 5, 1988, at 9:11 A.M., with the following members present: Rita Garvey Mayor-Commissioner James Berfield Vice-Mayor/Commissioner Lee Regulski Commissioner Don Winner Commissioner William Nunamaker Commissioner Also present were: Ron Rabun City Manager Milton A. Galbraith, Jr. City Attorney Cynthia Goudeau City Clerk The Mayor called the meeting to order and the following items were discussed: Downtown Development Board Reorganization The Mayor stated she had proposed that the current Downtown Development Board remain in place for one year allowing the City Commission time to set up a new advisory board. It was expressed that the membership of the advisory board should include individuals that were not downtown property owners. It was also consensus that the Commission should appoint the board members rather than having downtown property owners elect them. Discussion ensued regarding whether or not this board should be appointed prior to the Economic Development Director being hired. It was stated that the Commission should move forward on appointing the board. Consensus of the Commission was to "sunset" the current Downtown Development Board as of 9/30/1989, that over the next three to four months the Commission would set up a CRA Advisory Board, specifying qualifications for membership on that board. Downtown Development Payments for Clearwater Square In light of the proposed reorganization of the Downtown Development Board and the possibility of eliminating their taxing authority, a question was raised regarding the agreement between the Board and the City that the millage collected for the Clearwater Square Building by the Downtown Development Board would be given to the Community Redevelopment Agency to pay off the City's debt on that building. It was stated that if the taxing authority is eliminated there would be no expectation for payments. This would result in a loss of approximately $9,000 a year to the CRA. Bekker Case At the last work session, the Commission authorized pursuing attorneys fees in the lawsuit brought by Bekker, et al in which the City prevailed. The Police Chief is requesting reconsideration of this as it is having an adverse impact on his management level employees. Discussion ensued regarding whether or not rescinding the action to pursue the fees would send the wrong signal to individuals suing the City. Commission consensus was to not pursue the Attorneys fees in this particular case, however that a policy be added to their policy manual stating that the City will pursue the collection of Attorneys fees whenever possible. Speed Limit on Mandalay, North of Acacia Mr. Dawson has made several requests that the speed limit on Mandalay Avenue north of Acacia be raised from 25 mph to 35 mph. Lieutenant Polombo distributed a map showing 20 intersections in the 1.2 mile stretch north of Mandalay Avenue. He stated there is nothing but residential along this area and there is also backout parking. He stated 42 citations for speeding all over 40 mph plus 42 warnings have been issued in 60 days. A time survey was conducted and it was found that by going the speed limit of 25 mph vs 35 mph, resulted in less than a minute's difference in travel time. Commission consensus was that the speed limit would not be raised. Commissioner Regulski raised a question regarding vacancies in the Police Department and the Police Chief reported that he currently has 7 vacancies to fill. Progress is being made, however it will be a while before the Traffic Enforcement Team and the Marina Patrol are back up to speed. Commissioner Nunamaker raised a question regarding a perceived rearrangement of the traffic pattern on Saturday, July, 3, 1988, which barricaded Hamden Drive and allowed access to North Beach. Lieutenant Polombo indicated this may have been a special circumstance but the traffic pattern that has been implemented has not been changed. Janitorial Services - Terminate contract with UPARC, Clearwter, and Award contract to Chemco Industries, Inc., Tampa, for $46,213.00; for service to City Hall, City Hall Annex, & Utilities Office Bldg. (CS) Staff is recommending the present janitorial contract with UPARC be terminated and the contract be awarded to Chemco Industries, Inc. of Tampa, Florida. The Central Service's Director indicated that UPARC simply does not have the proper supervision for personnel doing the work and the buildings that were covered by this contract have deteriorated. UPARC will continue to provide janitorial services at the library. They will be considered in the future if they are able to correct the problems necessitating this termination. Purchase of Carpet for Vehicle Maintenance Facility - Award contract to Commercial & Residential Floor Covering, Inc., Oldsmar, $9,256.50 (CS) The renovation of the building at 900 Grand Avenue into the new garage complex is proceeding. The renovations will include the Administrative Office for Fleet Maintenance, the radio shop and the Energy Office. Bids were solicited to carpet the second floor area, which will be subject to grease and/or oil soiling. Due to the nature of these stains a heavier weight of carpet is required. In response to questions, the Central Services Director indicated that if properly maintained, the carpeting would enhance the area and also deaden sound. He stated high traffic areas will get a different treatment and that it is cheaper in the long run to maintain a carpet in this type of area. Microfilm Magazine Collection, Clearwater Countryside Library - Award contract to purchase from Information Access, Belmont, CA, $16,950.00 (LIB) Clearwater Public Library had an estimated 231,920 uses of periodicals, system wide. Keeping periodicals organized, shelved, and retrieved for patrons is a large investment in space and staff. In 1983, Information Access Company introduced a new reference service, Magazine Collection, which provides in a single microform system the ability to access more than 250 major periodicals, select specific articles, and make copies of the full text of the material. The collection was installed at the East Library in 1985 in anticipation of heavy reference demand with little storage space available for the magazine format. Use has verified that expectation with there being approximately 90,000 use of the Magazine Collection in fiscal year 87/88. Bi-weekly microfilm updates assure timely periodical reference service. Demand for the reference service in the Countryside Branch is expected to equal Main and the East Branch demands; therefore, the installation of Magazine Collection at the East Branch location is indicated. Discussion ensued regarding the need for this service and concerns were expressed that this was a nice item but not necessary. The Library Director responded that there is little or no reference at the branch libraries and this is necessary to provide service to the Clearwater Countryside Branch patrons. A question was raised regarding charging non-residents for use at the library and it was indicated that raising non-resident fees is under consideration. City-Owned Service Station Lease (49 Causeway Boulevard) - Approval of lease to Charles D. Davy and Gerald R. Hunt, on a month to month basis, for one year, 8/8/88 to 8/7/89 for $12,000.oo rental plus $.02/gallon of gasoline and diesel pumped from the station each month (MR) The current service station lease expires on August 7, 1988. In accordance with Mr. Davy's request, the lease is being recommended to be renewed for only a one-year period. The lessee agrees to pay rent in the amount of $1,000 per month plus $.02 for each gallon of gasoline and diesel pumped from the station each month during the term of this lease. During this one-year period, the service station will be advertised for bids to ensure that the best services are provided to citizens and the best interest and revenues are returned to the city from that facility. In response to a question, it was indicated that the year extension was all that had been requested by the lessee. Second Reading, Ordinance 4597-88 - Relating to Navigable Waters within the City, Revising Article I of Chapter 114, Code of Ordinances - to provide definitions; to prohibit the throwing oor discharge of trash, debris, or other refuse material of any kind into navigable waters; to require certain equipment in watercraft and vessels; to prohibit live-aboard vessels, except at certain marina facilities or pursuant to a temporary permit; to provide for a temporary live-aboard permit; to require the installation of sewage pump-out systems at certain marina facilities not later than December 31, 1988; to require the use of pump-out systems by permitted live-aboard vessels; to provide for the removal of disabled vessels; to prohibit diving or jumping from City-owned docks, piers and bridges; repealing Section 114.54, relating to houseboats. The live-aboard ordinance has been under consider by the Commission and several revisions have been made. The Harbor Master reported that the Live-aboard Committee has met with him and that they are satisfied, for the most part, with the ordinance as currently written. A recommendation was made that 6 15-day permits be allowed in any given year. Concerns were expressed that this would allow an individual to stay up to 90 consecutive days. It was asked that this be limited to no more than 2 consecutive permits. Concerns were expressed regarding enforcement and staff responded that certified letters or hand delivery of notices to alleged violators would require that they respond within three days. If no response is received, staff will return to the boat with a police officer to cite the violator. Citation would initiate County Court action and the violator could be cited for each day he remains in violation. Victorian Light Poles (37) for Cleveland St. - Award contract to purchase from Beacon Products, $17,575.00; area between Osceola and Myrtle Aves. (PR) The purchase involves thirty-seven Victorian light poles which will be installed on each side of Cleveland Street between Osceola Avenue and Myrtle. They are part of the approved Streetscape plan for the downtown area and are similar to the lights installed last year at Coachman Park. The lights will be installed primarily for aesthetic reasons and are not intended to replace existing street lights along Cleveland Street. Third Quarter Budget Review will include transfer of the CRA funds to the CIP project to pay for this acquisition. A question was raised regarding plans for the existing privately owned decorative lights. Staff will respond. Update on EPA Response to the City's AWT Program The City Manager reported that the City agrees with EPA regarding the construction schedule, however there is still a problem with the fine. Other communities are facing this as well and the EPA formula for determining the fine is somewhat obscure. He further stated we have done all we can do with EPA and it looks like there will be no further reduction in the fine. EPA is hopeful to work out a consent decree that would call for the payment of $310,000 as an up front fine. In response to a question it was indicated that even if the City meets the 10/1/90 deadline to have the plants on-line, the fine would not be forgiven. Concern was also expressed that the state should be a party to the lawsuit as they are partly responsible for the City not being able to meet the AWT requirements at this time. It was stated the State also needs to accept and be bound by the consent decree. Further discussion ensued regarding the City's options and what should be done at this time. It was indicated that there are some problems with the consent decree on which the City still needs to negotiate with EPA. A suggestion was made that in the negotiations the fines in the consent decree for not meeting any of the "milestones" in the program, be increased in order to get a reduction in the up-front fine. Consensus was that staff contact EPA and indicate that the City wishes to continue to negotiate in good faith regarding the consent decree and fine. The meeting recessed from 11:14 to 11:25 a.m. Update on Clearwater Pass Bridge The City Manager reported staff is looking at what can be done in order to fund the repairs and/or replacement of the bridge. Dan Deignan, Finance Director, has done a brief study regarding the tolls, should the City have to fund the project on its own. Mr. Deignan indicated his preliminary calculations indicate that if a bond is issued it would call for a 75 cent cash toll and a 42 cent token toll. This would pay off the existing debt and generate $13,000 for a new bridge. The City Manager indicated staff was not prepared at this time to give a final report regarding the bridge but it was felt that an interim discussion was needed. Based on recent developments, it appears that the City may have to fund the bridge on its own. A question was raised regarding whether or not Dunedin Pass would be dredged. It was indicated that the County is answering DER's questions and that funds for dredging are back in the State budget. Concern was expressed that an answer is needed regarding whether or not the pass would be dredged before final decisions can be made on how tall a replacement bridge would need to be. The Harbormaster indicated they have been keeping records and there have been only eight boats with masts over 65 feet that have used Clearwater Pass. Discussion ensued regarding interim repairs to and the need to pay off the $3 million debt that exists on the current bridge. It was stated that tolls of 75 cents, cash, and 37 cents, token, would be needed to produce 1.2 million for repair and funds to pay off the existing debt over the next four years. It is currently planned that $500,000 for engineering costs for the new bridge would come from current road and drainage money. Concerns were expressed that road and drainage dollars should not be used. Consensus was for staff to come back with options regarding funding along with the final bridge report. Marshall Street Digestion System, Change Order #5, Part A - CL 84141-2 & Control Building Addition - Part B - CL 85101-9, $14,578 increase. The purpose of this change order is to compensate the Contractor for new items of work which the owner had directed the contractor to perform, all of which is above his original contract lump sum bid amount. A question was raised regarding why it was unknown that the fire rated partition would be needed and it was indicated that the Engineers were unaware that the hallway in question would be designated as fire rated. Issue of Sewer AWT Bonds, Ordinance 4612-88 - Authorizing the construction and acquisition of additions, extensions, and improvements to the water and sanitary sewerage system of the City of Clearwater; authorizing the refunding of the outstanding Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, series 1987 and a portion of the Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, series 1984, of the City; providing for the issuance of not exceeding $90,000,000 Water and Sewer Rebenue Bonds, series 1988 (such bonds may include capital appreciation bonds which will mature in a higher amount in lieu of interest) of the City to be applied to pay the principal and interest in respect to said presently outstanding obligations and the cost of such additions, extensions and improvements; providing for the payment of the refunding bonds from the revenues of the water and sewer system, including covenants and agreements in connection therewith; providing for proper notice of proposed enactment (CM). The proposed ordinance has been prepared by bond counsel and reviewed by the City's financial advisor and city staff. It provides for the ability to issue bonds necessary for the forthcoming sewer system expansion. Even though the project itself is only expected to require $40 million, the authorized face amount of $90 million has been set conservatively to accommodate a refunding of the existing outstanding bonds as well as the possibility of allowing Safety Harbor to participate in the issue. Any portion of the authorized amount that is not needed will be cancelled. The refunding bonds are being proposed as a method of restructuring the existing debt to provide for approximately level debt service after incorporating the new money debt. Additionally, the refunding will provide funds to guarantee a call on the existing bonds at the earliest possible call date, thereby providing a significant present value savings in overall debt service. The current proposal is to issue the refunding bonds first, followed by the new money bonds 30 days later. The financial advisor has suggested this approach as a means of maximizing the permissible yield on the refunding escrow, thereby minimizing the amount we are required to borrow. A question was raised regarding the possibility that Clearwater is spending an inordinate amount of money on AWT as the total being spent on the Tampa Bay area is $55 million. It was explained that we are not just upgrading to AWT but also expanding our current plants. Water Rates Increase, Ordinance 4613-88 - Amending Section 50.05(e)(1), Code of Ordinances. A water rate increase is required in order to continue to meet bond covenants, to pay operating and maintenance costs, and to fund capital improvements. The City's Consulting Engineers, Briley, Wild & Associates, have prepared a Water Rate analysis and report which offers four choices of rates that will meet different revenue requirements. Cecil Henderson, Utilities Director, indicated that the Commission is being asked to decide not only on a rate increase but also regarding the future direction of the water system. He stated that Scenario 1, which contains the lowest increase, would continue the City's water system as is. The other Scenarios provide for the City beginning water treatment with various funding options also with and without County participation. J. R. Sloan of Briley, Wild & Associates, reviewed the current situation and the options available to the City. It was indicated the City should consider becoming more active in the West Coast Regional Water Supply Authority and that there may be a need to renegotiate the water supply contract with Pinellas County. The City Attorney indicated that if that contract were to be renegotiated, the City should address the water service area provisions. Mr. Sloan indicated they are recommending the City consider reverse osmosis softening treatment for the water supply. He stated that it is a dynamic industry with advances in technology and that it actually places a membrane between the supply and the intake of the water system. He stated the County is doing a study now and that they are potentially interested in treating water. He felt it would be advisable to delay the City's time table for treatment until the County makes a decision regarding whether or not they will treat their supply. He stated the distribution system is in fairly good shape but their needs to be consideration for an elevated water storage tank on Clearwater Beach in the future. The Commission requested the Utilities Director be on hand Thursday night to give a presentation at the official meeting. The meeting recessed from 12:49 p.m. to 1:55 p.m. LUP Amendment from Public/Semi-Public and none to Commercial/Tourist Facilities and a Zoning Atlas Amendment from P/SP and AL/C to CN for a .68 acre parcel located on the ?W side of the N'ern terminus of Fairburn Ave. appx. 200' N of Engman St.; Part of Lots 1 & 2, Blk. A, Fairburn Add. (Everybody's Tabernacle/City) LUP 88-13, Z 88-15 There are storage buildings on the property south of the parcel under consideration but the subject parcel is presently being used as a parking and storage area. Plans are to redevelop the property and the remaining portion of Lots 1 and 2 with a homeless emergency project. The request was necessitated by a change in the alignment of Stevenson's Creek between the time of the recording of the original plat in August, 1925, and the present. Concerns were expressed regarding this facility being right behind a child care center. Discussion also ensued regarding the need to provide for this type use as a conditional use in a PSP zone. Consensus was for staff to come back with some more information regarding making this provision in a PSP zone. Modification of the Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program. The Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program provides a partial loan at 0% interest for the rehabilitation of rental housing available to low and moderate income families and individuals. This loan is blended with a private sector loan or with other resources of the property owner to complete the loan package. The current program provides for loans in parts of census tracts 258, 259.01, 259.02, 261, 262 and 263. It is recommended that all rather than part of these census tracts be served plus all of census tracts 264 and 265. The current program provides for loans up to 40, 45 or 50%, depending on location and project features. It is recommended that the program offer a uniform loan participation up to 50% of the total loan amount. The current program provides for loans to be repaid, however it is being recommended that the loans be forgiven over a 10 year period. These changes are needed to offer a program that is similar and attractiveness with the programs being offered by Pinellas County, St. Petersburg and Tampa. Despite periodic marketing efforts, we have been able to close only two rental rehabilitation loans since August, 1987. Pinellas County, St. Petersburg and Tampa have been more successful. Their programs have followed the nationally recommended models which stress self-reducing loans. As a result of monitoring by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, HUD has recommended that the City modify existing RRP funding policys, administrative procedures and area designations to make them more attractive to rental property owners in order to avoid a potential future finding of regulatory non-performance. $21,147 in 1985 funds and $90,000 in 1986 funds have been reassigned by HUD due to underutilization in Clearwater. Concerns were expressed that the total loan amount should not be forgiven rather a partial forgiveness such as 5% every year for 10 years resulting in a 50% forgiveness. It was also indicated that there needed to be some incentive for forgiving a loan such as 100% payment for the first year. Revalidation of the Final Site Plan for Clearwater "19" Industrial/Commerce Park located on the E side of US 19 appx. 1,300' N of Drew St.; Clearwater "19" Commerce Park Lots 1 & 2. (Kunnen) PSP 82-25 The Site Plan was originally approved by the Commission on September 16, 1982. Several amendments have been processed by the City and the property has been platted since that date. The last action by the City Commission on the site plan was taken November 7, 1985 to approve a plan change and extend the time period for project completion to two years from issuance of a building permit under the revised plan or to November 14, 1987. Development over the entire project area is not yet complete and the developer is requesting a three year extension to July 8, 1991 to complete development of the industrial park. Concerns were expressed regarding drainage and it was indicated that staff was unaware of any fill that has been placed on this property. The item will be revised prior to Thursday nights' meeting adding a condition regarding the revalidation having no effect on any impact fee requirements now in force or subsequently enacted. Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Clearwater Auto Park located appx. 550' N & 350' E of the intersection of Drew St. & US 19; M&B 33.02, Sec. 8-29-16 (Automanage, Inc.) SUB 88-5 A site plan has been approved and certified for a car dealership development. The developer now wishes to subdivide the property in to three lots to distinguish the different car dealerships as separate developments. Access has been approved at one point on US 19 and one point on Drew St. Concern regarding drainage was expressed. The Planning Director indicated that the retention on site has been taken care of. Preliminary Site Plan for Homeless Emergency Project located at the NW corner of the intersection of Engman St. & Fairburn Ave.; Lots 1 & 2, Blk A, Fairburn Add. (Everybody's Tabernacle) PSP 88-15 The applicant proposes twelve mobile home emergency shelter units on the site. The use is considered a Leval III group care facility which requires conditional use approval by the Planning and Zoning Board. The temporary or portable buildings used by emergency housing may be approved by the City Manager. The setbacks for the proposed structures require variance approval by the Development Code Adjustment Board. The existing storage structures on the site will be used as accessory structures by the applicant. Access is proposed at one point from Engman Street. Concerns were expressed that Community Pride, a child care center adjacent to this property, has been having difficulties with things going on on this site. Fill placed on the site has resulted in water in the child care facility play yard. Final Site Plan for Pier 1 Centre located on the S side of Gulf to Bay Blvd. appx. 190' W of Thornton Rd.; Lots 9-13 & the N half of Lot 4-8,Bay Heights and the adjacent portion of the vacated alley lying between said lots. (Winner's Corp. &Tibma Brothers Co.) PSP 88-18 The Developer proposes to construct two one-story buildings for retail use with related outdoor parking and loading facilities. Access is proposed at one point off Gulf to Bay Blvd. On June 9, 1988, the Development Review Committee recommended approval of the final site plan subject to conditions. In response to a question, it was indicated that the landscaping has to be approved by the Urban Forester. Preliminary Site Plan and Preliminary Plat for First Florida Bank-Drew St. Branch located at the SE corner of the intersection of Drew St. & Belcher Rd.; M&B 22-04, Sec. 18-29-16 (First Florida Bank) PSP 88-22 The developer proposed to construct a bank structure with drive-thru on the proposed one lot subdivision plat. Access is proposed at one point off Drew St. and one point off Belcher Rd. The site plan was continued by the City Commission on June 16, 1988 in order for the applicant to submit a revised preliminary site plan addressing the Traffic Engineer's concerns regarding points of access and internal traffic circulation. The site plan has been revised in accordance with the direction of the Traffic Engineer. Also, the revised site plan includes the preliminary plat previously noted to be required. The Planning Director indicated that staff cannot recommend eliminating one of the entrances, however, the one on Belcher will be right turn in, right turn out, only. Preliminary Site Plan for Seville Oaks located at the SE corner of US 19 & Seville Blvd. (a private road), S of Clearwater Mall; M&B's 33-03, 33-04, Sec. 17-29-16. (First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Largo; Ronald P & Alice Niske; James J & Jean Pope) PSP 88-27 The developer has received approval from the Planning and Zoning Board for a conditional use for outdoor retail sales, displays and/or storage of vehicles subject to the following conditions: 1) That all service be indoors; 2) That all parts be stored indoors: 3) That there be continuous fencing and landscaping along the east property line; 4) That all lighting be oriented away from the adjacent residential area; 5) That the use permit be obtained in accordance with the time limitations that will be set on a certified site plan; 6) That engine or boat tuning be limited to between the hours of 9AM and 6PM daily; 7) That major engine or transmission repairs or body work not be permitted. Concerns have been expressed by a resident at the Seville Condominium development that use of the two driveways on Seville Blvd. for the proposed use would violate a recorded agreement between the City of Clearwater, Clearwater Mall and Clearwater Development Corporation which disallowed commercial traffic of this private road. The attorney for the applicant has provided information regarding this issue. The information provided is the result of a court case decision based on a 1969 agreement that was entered into prior to the 1973 agreement referenced by the Seville resident. This court case allows the applicants access to Seville Blvd. A question was also raised regarding whether or not the applicants had received the variance requested from the Development Code Adjustment Board. Concerns were expressed regarding the number of entrances to the subject property. Proposed Election Code revisions The City Attorney and City Clerk have proposed revisions to the election code which are generally housecleaning and tightening of the regulations. A question was raised regarding when a Commission member resigns to run, how long they should be allowed to continue to serve before a replacement is appointed and/or elected. Consensus of the Commission was to add a provision that should a member resign they would be allowed to serve a maximum of thirty days after the resignation. Consensus was to place the ordinance on the Commission meeting for first reading. Proposed Ordinance Regarding City Commission Salaries A suggestion had been made that the Commission salaries be raised. Commission consensus was to raise the Commission salaries to $15,000 a year and the Mayoral salary to $20,000 a year. Discussion ensued regarding whether or not a raise was justified at this time. Concerns were expressed that the current salary does not cover all the expenses incurred by being a Commission member. A suggestion was made that rather than adding to the base salary that expense allowances be provided of $2,000 a year for Commissioners and $3,000 a year for Mayor. Discussion continued regarding the options and consensus of the Commission was to raise the salaries to $12,000 for Commissioners and $14,000 for Mayor. A proposed ordinance regarding unlawful subdivisions will be added for first reading at Thursday night's meeting. Resolution 88-32, Relating to Emergency Management - Approving the form of a standard proclamation and seven standard resolutions which may be utilized to declare and to confirm a state of emergency, and to impose certain regulations during a state of emergency. There are certain resolutions and proclamations that need to be implemented in emergency situations. A question was raised regarding who had the authority to declare such emergencies and place these resolutions into effect. Verbal Reports The City Manager reported there will be a hurricane preparedness seminar held in Emmitsburg, MD, August 28 thru September 1, and requested any Commissioners interested in attending so indicate. He reported that the Florida League of Cities conference would be held October 13 through 15, 1988, and to notify his office if any Commissioners wish to attend. He reported the National League of Cities conference would be November 25 through 29, 1988. In response to a question regarding the possibility of raising the franchise fees, the City Manager reported that discussions are continuing with Florida Power regarding the current agreement in effect. Florida Power is indicating they would not agree to an increase in franchise fees without some further amendments to the agreement. In response to the Commissions question regarding whether or not there could be weekend garbage pick-up on the beach, the City Manager reported that this could be done at a cost of $2,343 a year. The Commission indicated it would not be needed the entire year, probably only from September to January and consensus was to proceed. The City Manager reported that representatives of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are reluctant to come down for a public workshop and the Commission indicated it should be conveyed to the individuals that there will not be public input at such a meeting. The City Manager reported that discussion is continuing regarding settlement of the DeSantis case, however at this time the two sides are still far apart. Regarding a referendum for a new City Hall complex, the City Manager reported that staff will continue to develop plans for the structure and marketing plans and investigating funding options, however he stated he will not go forward with placing a question on the ballot at the March, 1989, election. The City Clerk indicated the Commission needs to set a date for the annual evaluation of the City Attorney. Consensus was to set it for August 1, 1988, after the regularly scheduled worksession. The Mayor questioned whether or not there was a suggested format. The City Attorney is to provide some material. Commissioner Regulski raised a question regarding whether or not there would be a budget workshop for public input and consensus of the Commission was to schedule one for the evening of August 9, 1988, 7:00 p.m., at the City Hall Annex. OTHER COMMISSION ACTION The Mayor reported she will be sending a letter clarifying Clearwaters' position regarding a Countywide Library System. She stated that while Clearwater is in support of a County-wide system, they are not in favor in either of the two plans that have been presented. She stated, the Mayors' council is requesting a referendum regarding this issue and due to that the City of Clearwater Library System has been denied some grant money. A question regarding membership on the Budget Advisory Committee was raised. Problems have been created in having a quorum in that two members of the board are gone a portion of the year. Discussion ensued regarding options. There was no consensus. Commissioner Winner reported that he had been contacted by individuals from Safety Harbor requesting cooperation in a program to prevent McMullen Booth Rd. from becoming a part of the interstate system. He stated it has been indicated to him the County would support such an effort. Discussion ensued with some concerns being expressed that the County seems to be "steam rolling" the interstate issue and there was some doubt that they would participate in an effort to prevent this. Consensus was for Commissioner Winner to contact the individuals in Safety Harbor to see if common ground could be found. The Mayor indicated that during the July 4th celebration people seemed to be unaware that they could park free at the Garden Avenue Parking Garage. She requested that something be done to call more attention to the availability of the garages. The meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m.