12/30/1991 CITY COMMISSION WORK SESSION
December 30, 1991
The City Commission of the City of Clearwater met at City Hall with the following members present:
Rita Garvey Mayor/Commissioner
Sue Berfield Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
Lee Regulski Commissioner
William Nunamaker Commissioner
Richard Fitzgerald Commissioner
Also present were:
Michael J. Wright City Manager
M. A. Galbraith, Jr. City Attorney
Cynthia E. Goudeau City Clerk
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.
No service pins were awarded.
Two revised Letters of Agreement and supplemental letter outlining additional contract rights with Florida Gas Transmission Company (FGT) to provide Firm Transportation of natural gas
in phase III of FGT's pipeline extension (GAS)
The City's natural gas supplier, FGT is planning to expand their pipeline in 1994 (Phase III). This expansion will be accomplished by constructing an additional pipeline down the West
Coast of Florida. To justify this expansion, FGT announced an "Open Season" to solicit requests for increased capacity in Firm Sales and Firm Transportation Service Contracts from all
wholesale users, such as Clearwater Gas System, People's Gas, Tampa Electric and Florida Power Corporation. The City elected to request an increase in its allocation for Firm Sales
("G") and Firm Transportation Service (FTS) to provide natural gas for the City's future growth in years 1995 and beyond. Originally, the City requested both Firm Sales and FTS from
FGT. The City submitted two requests as per their requirements. The City was informed later by FGT that they would not be providing Firm Sales ("G" gas) Service to any of their customers.
They stated the City's Firm Sales Request would then become a FTS request and could not be combined with the other one. Therefore, to ensure the City receives the original allocation
wanted, the City is submitting two agreements, instead of one, for FTS.
Jim Lewin, Assistant Gas Superintendent, reviewed the conditions of the original letters of agreement. He stated the attorney for Florida Municipal Natural Gas Association, of which
Clearwater is a member, has negotiated a new agreement with additional rights for the City. The City Manager has signed these changes contingent upon City Commission approval. He stated
the new agreements provide a maximum cost that FGT can charge in the future and provides better rights to the City for relinquishment of gas allotments when it is advantageous for the
City to do so. He stated there are also conditions under which the City can break the agreement.
In response to a question, it was indicated approval of this will
not increase the commitments that the Commission has already approved and that this is reserving capacity on the new pipeline.
In response to questions, it was indicated the City is currently using 70% of the existing capacity. If it is found the City does not need capacity for a certain month, the City can
relinquish that capacity without any cost to the City if someone claims that allotment.
A suggestion was made staff investigate the possibility of laying gas pipelines at the same time that reclaimed water lines are put in to save on excavation and repair costs. This
will be looked at.
Authorize purchase of 16 pre-owned vehicles by Al Davenport, Inc., at the Orlando (wholesale) Auto Auction at a cost not to exceed $181,000 (GS)
On two occasions, the City issued Invitations to Bid for the purchase of 16 pre-owned vehicles; on both occasions, no bids were received. In the past, the City has purchased pre-leased
vehicles and the vehicles have provided excellent service at a lower cost.
The vehicles would be purchased at the Orlando (wholesale) Auto Auction using the services and license of Al Davenport, Inc., the City's authorized auctioneer. The fee for this service
includes a $200 per vehicle bidder's fee plus the cost of transporting the vehicles from the auction site to Clearwater.
John Stafford, Motor Pool Supervisor, stated the City has gone out for bid in order to obtain pre-owned vehicles however, major motor companies are now requiring that the rental companies
sell the rented vehicles back to the motor companies, therefore, no bids have been obtained.
A team will go to the auction in Orlando. The team will be made up of a police officer, mechanic and city auctioneer. The vehicles to be purchased are non-descript vehicles.
Concerns were expressed regarding the cost per unit and it was stated in order to participate in the auction, there has to be a licensed dealer and Mr. Davenport has the necessary license.
If this program works, the City will look into obtaining its own license for future purchases.
Request from Jack Houghteling to waive all city charges required for the Super Bowl Super Run scheduled for 1/26/92 (PR)
The Super Bowl Super Run is scheduled for January 26, 1992, starting at the City Hall Annex, crossing the causeway and finishing at the north side of the Holiday Inn Surfside. Mr.
Jack Houghteling, Race Chairman, is requesting the City co-sponsor the event which would involve the waiver of all City fees and charges.
Since Tampa will not be hosting the Super Bowl in 1992, as they did in 1991, staff recommends denial of Mr. Houghteling's request. This recommendation is based on economic conditions
and is not intended to cast a negative reflection on the event which was quite successful last year.
The City Manager indicated the City is becoming more restrictive regarding which events the City agrees to co-sponsor. It was indicated this event was co-sponsored last year because
the Super Bowl was in Tampa.
C.O.#3 for Stevenson's Creek Channel Improvements Phase I to Kimmins Contracting Corp., Tampa, FL, increasing the contract amount by $15,505 for a new total of $1,277,174.62 (PW)
The purpose of this Change Order #3 is to provide for the replacement of the existing 18" corrugated metal storm pipe located along Palmetto Street between Stevenson Creek and Pinebrook
Drive which is in very poor structural condition. Horizontal and vertical misalignment and failing joints are causing areas of settlement in the pavement along Palmetto Street. This
pipe is adjacent to the Palmetto Street Bridge replacement being constructed by Kimmins Contracting and it would be efficient to have Kimmins replace the pipe as part of the ongoing
work. Replacement of the storm pipe at this time by Kimmins will avoid an additional road closure of Palmetto Street as the existing line is located in the center of the street. All
necessary unit items to replace the failing storm line are included in the current Stevenson Creek Improvements Phase I contract with Kimmins Contracting Corporation.
In response to a question, it was indicated that due to the contractor being on-site with the necessary equipment, this is an ideal time to include this construction with this contract.
1991/92 Tennis Court Resurfacing Contract to Varsity Courts, Inc., Longwood, FL, for $13,303 (PW)
Each year the Parks and Recreation Department has a rotating schedule for the resurfacing of Tennis Courts. The proposed courts in this contract are nine courts at the McMullen Tennis
Complex, 1000 Edenville Avenue.
It was questioned whether or not fees for participation are being looked at. It was stated this was being done along with other things.
Concerns were expressed regarding the difficulty enforcing payment of non-resident fees. Art Kader, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director, indicated enforcement can be beefed up
and fees will be increased.
Res. #92-2 and #92-3 - Pipeline Crossing Agreements with CSX Transportation, Inc. (PW)
The Engineering Division is in the process of submitting construction plans to the Pinellas County Health Department for the replacement of water mains in Phase 8 of the Citywide bonded
replacement program. A portion of the work will require the placement of two water mains beneath CSX railroad tracks. One crossing is proposed at Chestnut Street and the other at Laura
Street. These crossings are needed to replace existing 2" galvanized pipe and to maintain proper circulation. The CSX railroad requires a Pipeline Crossing Agreement and a Resolution
by the City approving the agreement for each of the crossings. The cost to the City for each agreement is $325.00 to meet the railroad requirements of a Construction Risk Insurance
Fee and a
One-Time License Fee for a total of $650.00. The City needs to have all of the required permits prior to construction of the crossings. The City has already paid the Railroad $300
in permit application fees to prepare the initial agreements. The tentative schedule is to advertise Phase 8 for construction bids in January 1992.
In response to a question, it was indicated these are permitting costs and a one-time license fee.
Neighborhood Advisory Committee - 2 appointments (CLK)
A question was raised regarding whether or not Mr. Mitchell would be considered in the North Greenwood category. Staff will research and report to the Commission.
Beautification Committee - 2 appointments (CLK)
The Mayor pointed out the neighborhoods in which current board members reside and asked the Commission consider this when making their nomination to fill these vacancies.
Labor Management Committee's Longevity Award Program (CM)
Many employees have expressed dissatisfaction with the current Service Pin Award Program. It was felt that the pins lost their significance as a long time employee collected 3 or 4
very similar looking pins.
The Labor Management Committee looked at this issue and recommends the following Longevity Award Program: 5 years: Pin with City Seal, letter or citation of appreciation (LCA) signed
by all Commission members and the City Manager; 10 years: Desk or Wall Clock with City Seal, LCA; 15 years: Plaque and LCA; 20 years: Watch and LCA; 25 years: Proclamation day for
employee, day off with pay and dinner certificate of $100 for food only; 30 years: Choice or ring, necklace or vacation package of a value up to $400; and 35 years or more: Recommendations
to be made by City Manager and City Commission.
Exact costs have not been determined as Commission approval of the program is requested prior to specific items being chosen and quotes sought. It is anticipated that in 1992 there
will be 101 five year awards, 57 ten year, 56 fifteen year, 34 twenty year, 13 twenty-five year, and 2 thirty year awards. Based on this estimate, it is thought the program will cost
approximately $10,000. There is $5,890 available in the Human Resources Operating Budget for employee recognition.
The first quarter budget review will provide the balance of funding for this program from salary savings in the Human Resources Department.
Mr. Wright indicated this is one of the issues the Labor Management Committee has looked at and this is their recommendation.
The Mayor indicated there is policy not to issue personal proclamations as suggested by the Committee for the 25 year award. She presented an alternate proposal of a card that thanks
the employee for their services and declares it as this employee's day in Clearwater. Commission consensus was to go with the alternate proposal. The item will be revised and will
be on the consent agenda. It was indicated the
Commission felt this was a good idea and the Commission was pleased that the employees are making these recommendations.
Declaration of Surplus Property located at 1151 and 1153 Tangerine St., Lots 8 & 9, Blk D, Greenwood Park #2 Sub. to be donated to CHA for eventual use by CNHS as a site for their house
moving program (PLD)
The City recently acquired, at no cost, two lots on Tangerine Street through a tax foreclosure. These adjacent lots are 40' x 100' and are located approximately 300' west of Martin
Luther King Avenue. Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services (CNHS) has requested the donation of these lots as a site to move a house which has been donated to them. Funds to move
the house, prepare the slab and rehabilitate the house for sale will be drawn from the Homeownership Revolving Loan Fund established by the City. Proceeds from the sale will repay the
loan fund advance; any surplus funds will be used by CNHS for operating expenses. In order to meet the requirements of the City Charter, these lots must be donated to Clearwater Housing
Authority which has agreed to transfer them to CNHS.
In response to a question, it was indicated the lots by themselves are only 40 feet wide and they will be sold as a unit for the construction of one building. It was requested the
addresses be corrected to 1151 and 1153.
Declaration of Surplus Property located at 1760 Harbor Drive, part of Lots 2 & 3, Blk C, Avondale Sub., to be offered for sale consistent with the City Charter and procedures established
in the Infill Housing Development Program (PLD)
This site is located at the corner of Harbor Drive and Washington Avenue and is approximately 5400 square feet in size. The City acquired this site in 1977 as a gift. The property
is currently vacant and has a heavy tree cover.
Staff recommends offering this site for sale for housing under the Infill Housing Development Program. If it is chosen as a homesite, the City will be paid the appraised value. An
appraisal received in December, 1991 established the value of this lot at $7,500. Revenues will accrue to the general fund. There will be no costs to market this site.
In response to a question regarding why the proceeds would go into the General Fund, it was indicated the property is held by the General Fund now and would go back to that fund.
Alcoholic Beverage Separation Variances for property (Island Breeze Cafe & Grill) located at 740 Gulfview Blvd. S., Bayside Shores, Blk C, Lots 1-10 (Kebort, AB92-01)(PLD)
The applicant is requesting an alcoholic beverage distance separation variance of 200 feet from businesses with similar licenses and 210 feet from a residentially-zoned district. The
Planning and Zoning Board granted the applicant a conditional use for the on premise sale of alcoholic beverages on November 5, 1991 subject to the following conditions: 1) The applicant
shall obtain variances to the separation requirements between alcoholic beverage establishments and residential zones and between similarly licensed establishments from the City
Commission; 2) The applicant shall obtain variances from the Development Code Adjustment Board for minimum seating and minimum area requirements; 3) Sales of alcoholic beverages shall
be restricted to sales for on premise consumption; 4) All permits and licenses be obtained within six months of this public hearing; and 5) The sale of alcoholic beverages shall be prohibited
after 9:00 p.m., all days of the week.
On December 18, 1991 the Development Code Adjustment Board approved two variances for the Island Breeze Cafe subject to the following conditions: 1) Sales of alcoholic beverages shall
be restricted to sales for on-premise consumption; 2) The sale of alcoholic beverages shall be prohibited after 9:00 p.m. all days of the week; 3) All permits and licenses shall be obtained
within six months of this public hearing; and 4) Approval applies only to the current owner of the establishment, Brian Shanahan.
The applicant's establishment is located in the Bay Bazaar Shopping Center. The Police Department has not indicated any objection to this establishment serving alcoholic beverages,
nor have objections been raised by other city staff.
Information was distributed regarding the action taken by the Development Code Adjustment Board to approve the variances with conditions. Information regarding what had been in the
establishment prior to this was requested.
Variance to Sign Regulations for property located at 2226 Druid Rd., Sec. 18-29-16, M&B 32.10 (BAHH Partnership, SV92-01)(PLD)
The applicant is requesting variances to permit an existing pole sign that is too tall and too close to the property line and permit two existing property address signs when only one
is allowed.
Regarding the pole sign, the applicant has a 10.8 foot high pole sign as his property identification sign. Staff review of the site reveals that a reduction in this sign's height to
the maximum allowable height in this Limited Office zoning district (six feet) would partially obstruct the visibility of the sign due to the landscaping in the area. The surface area
of the sign meets the maximum allowable sign area requirement (24 sq.ft.). The sign encroaches on the required five foot setback from the west and north property lines. The positioning
of the sign is dictated by the parking lot and tree line along the road. The sign's location does not cause any visibility problem for drivers entering or leaving either the applicant's
property or the bank parking lot adjacent to the applicant's property. The proposed Countywide Sign Regulations allow pole signs up to 12 feet in height for office land use. The City
Sign Regulations permit pole signs to be at least 20 feet high in all districts other than residential and Limited Office districts.
Regarding the two existing property address signs, the applicant has a group of business identification signs, one for each occupant, on the west side of his building. These individual
signs are 2.5 sq.ft. The applicant has placed a single address sign of approximately 1.25 sq.ft. over these individual signs. This sign and the street numbers on the pole sign give
the property a total of two street address signs. The total surface area of these two signs is less than the allowable 8 sq.ft. for a single sign. The applicant requests a variance
in order to
retain both address signs. Staff finds that the wall address sign does help to identify the building and assist individuals who have entered onto the premises to identify the offices.
A question was raised regarding whether or not, if approved, the variance would go beyond the October 1992 amortization period. It was indicated that unless there is a condition which
would not allow it to go beyond that point, it would do so. It was requested a statement be added to this item and future sign variances that clearly indicates that the variance would
continue past the October 1992 amortization period.
Variance to Sign Regulations for property located at 26210-26256 US19N, The Village at Countryside Parcel 4 Replat, Lot 3 less that part taken for road (Countryside Associates Limited,
SV92-02)(PLD)
The applicant is requesting the following variances: 1) of 124 sq.ft. to permit a 280 sq.ft. property identification sign; 2) to permit a pole sign instead of a ground sign where such
is allowed on basis of street frontage greater than 500 feet; and 3) of 12'-4" to permit a 36'-4" high pole sign.
A variance was granted to the property in 1986 to permit a pole sign with 168 sq.ft. in area and a height of 30 feet. This variance expires on October 13, 1992 according to a condition
established for the variance. The applicant states that the existing pole sign is 36 feet 4 inches in height. He intends to keep the existing vertical portion of his sign, and enlarge
the two existing message boards from 6 feet by 16 feet each to 7 feet by 20 feet each.
The applicant is requesting the variance of 124 sq.ft. to permit a pole sign with 280 sq.ft. The maximum size pole sign permitted for property identification in the Sign Regulations
is 192 sq.ft. for an establishment with 200,000 sq.ft. of gross leasable floor area (the applicant has 104,600 sq.ft. of such floor area). The proposed Countywide Sign Regulations permit
a maximum surface area for freestanding signs of 150 sq.ft. for Highway Commercial areas.
The applicant has provided no unusual or compelling circumstances to justify his request for an increase in height and/or surface area. The property is similar to others along US19
and staff could not find any justification for the requested variances for this sign.
The applicant is also requesting an additional pole sign in lieu of a ground sign which he is authorized due to having more than 500 feet of frontage on US19. The maximum size permitted
for this authorized ground sign is 24 sq.ft., which is the surface area requested for the substitute pole sign. This sign would be placed at the south entrance to the shopping center
to advise drivers that they can enter the center at that location. The applicant contends that a pole sign will be more visible, and provide better notice of this alternate entrance.
There is an existing pole sign for Casa Gallardo which would be approximately 100 feet south of the proposed second pole sign for the applicant.
A second pole sign will contribute to the proliferation of such signs in the area. The City's Sign Regulations require 150 feet separation between pole signs on the same parcel or
between pole signs and ground signs. The proposed Countywide Regulations require a spacing of 300 feet between such signs. Although these are regulations for a
single property, it is felt they provide an appropriate guideline for variances. The code does permit the applicant a ground sign, which could be placed up to five feet from his property
line, or about 70 feet from the Casa Gallardo pole sign. As the restriction for additional signs due to large frontages suggest, ground signs are considered less obtrusive than pole
signs. The desire of the applicant to delineate a second entrance to his property is not unique. No compelling reason for the substitution has been offered.
Scott Shuford, Code Development Administrator, submitted information which has been submitted by the applicant regarding the proposed access to Village at Countryside in conjunction
with the overpass to be constructed at Countryside Boulevard and US19. He stated based upon other information, there is a need to change the recommendation and this will done prior
to Thursday. (It was later found that the current information is correct and the recommendation did not have to be changed) It was indicated the design for the overpass at Enterprise
Road will be known prior to the expiration of the amortization period in October, 1992, at which time signs in this area can be considered as a whole.
First Reading Ord. #5157-91 - code amendment adopting the 1991 Standard Housing Code; applying the provisions of Sec. 308 to hotels, motels, dormitories and lodging houses (PLD)
The Code of Ordinances currently adopts the 1979 Standard Housing Code, which is not the most recent edition. The proposed ordinance would amend the Code to adopt the most recent edition,
the 1991 Standard Housing Code. In addition, the ordinance proposes to apply the provisions of Section 308 of the Standard Housing Code to hotels, motels, dormitories and lodging houses.
A question was raised regarding the impact of these changes on older homes if installing smoke alarms and sealed crawl spaces are required. It was indicated it was felt that skirting
around the bottom of the house would be necessary to keep vermin from under houses with crawl spaces and also to improve energy efficiency. There was some concern regarding fully understanding
the impact of this and it was suggested the item be continued two weeks for more information.
Information was also requested on when apartments become rooming houses in conjunction with how long they can be rented and the possibility of over-crowding. It was the consensus to
continue this item for two weeks.
Preliminary Site Plan for Wal-Mart (contract purchaser) located on the NW corner of NE Coachman and US19 (Principle Mutual Life Ins.)(PLD)
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., the contract purchaser, is requesting Preliminary Site Plan approval for the redevelopment of the existing Loehmann's Plaza Shopping Center.
The existing Loehmann's Plaza is 195,500 square feet of building area. The proposed Wal-Mart building is 121,079 square feet in Phase I and an additional 30,000 square feet in Phase
II.
A conditional use approval is required for the garden shop/outdoor sales area. The site has been determined to be vested and meet the
criteria of the concurrency requirements for traffic.
Concerns were expressed regarding staff's current proposal to allow the two existing accesses on NE Coachman Road to remain. It was indicated this was due to an agreement between two
of the property owners and the need for access to Lot 4.
Concerns were expressed this was a problem between the two owners and not one the Commission should get involved in.
Concerns were expressed that the Commission had already given approval for the two accesses at its meeting of December 19, 1991. This will be researched.
Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment to Planned Residential Development and RPD Zoning; and receipt of site plan for Island in the Sun Mobile Home Park, part of the NW 1/4 of Sec. 17-29-16,
41 acres m.o.l. (Kennedy/Roberts A91-14, LUP91-15)(PLD)
The Petition for Annexation is accompanied by requests for a Land Use Plan Amendment to Medium Density and a Zoning Atlas Amendment to Planned Residential Development for Island in
the Sun Mobile Home Park located at the southeast corner of Drew Street and Hampton Road, containing 41 acres more or less. This parcel is included in an agreement between the property
owners and the City executed on July 14, 1989; said agreement also covers 57 acres north of Drew Street owned by applicants which has previously been annexed into the City.
The parcel has been developed in accordance with a site plan approved by Pinellas County. The development restrictions placed upon the applicant's property include less restrictive
setbacks and minimum lot areas than permitted by the City's RMH zoning district. The site is fully developed.
Staff recommends the applicant's parcel be zoned as Planned Residential Development with the City accepting the approved County site plan as the development plan for the parcel.
It is possible that an area in the northeast part of the applicant's property should be zoned as AL/I. This land is presently designated as Detention Area 4 on the approved County
site plan. At the time the applicant's application is reviewed by the Planning and Development Board, staff will have a recommendation concerning the appropriateness of zoning this
area as AL/I versus just retaining its designation as a detention area on the site plan. The results of that hearing, and the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Board will be
available to the Commission prior to the first reading of the ordinances on this matter.
Scott Shuford distributed information regarding the differences between normal mobile home park zoning and the proposed residential planned development zoning for Island in the Sun
Mobile Home Park.
It was stated this annexation is the result of a sewer annexation agreement, a copy of which is attached to the agenda item which outlines what will be paid regarding sewer impact fees,
open space, etc.
FY-92 contractual agreement with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (E.E.O.C.)(PLD)
The City has contracted with the E.E.O.C. since 1981 to process employment discrimination charges filed in upper Pinellas County. The current contract for FY92 is in the amount of
$60,694 which will reimburse the City through the Office of Community Relations for processing 131 dual filed employment discrimination charges and 7 intakes of non-local jurisdictional
intakes.
A question was raised regarding whether or not there would be additional cases with the Americans with Disabilities Act coming on line. It was indicated the agreement provides for
quarterly reviews and for it to be modified if needed.
ITEM
A question was raised regarding whether or not the Commission wished to address a memorandum from the Development Code Adjustment Board expressing concerns regarding the cost for variances
being too high. The City Manager indicated a response to being prepared.
Ord. #5161-91 - Proposed Charter Amendment relating to allowable uses of municipal or other public property along the bayfront area to be submitted to voters on the 3/10/92 election
A concern was expressed that the intent of this Charter Amendment was to allow the relocation of the tennis courts only and that by putting into the ordinance city-owned recreation
facilities may allow too much flexibility in development on the bayfront.
Discussion ensued regarding whether or not there was a need to more tightly define what would be allowed by this amendment and whether or not it should address the tennis courts only.
A suggestion was made that the Charter not be amended but rather that the relocation of the tennis courts be placed before the voters. The City Clerk indicated that if this is the
desire, there would not be time to adopt an ordinance in order to have this on the March 10, 1992 ballot.
Consensus of the Commission was to have the City Attorney develop an amendment which would limit the charter change to addressing the need to relocate the tennis courts south of Cleveland
Street.
Verbal Reports
The City Manager reported he is having the RFQ on the East End Project revised and requested delaying discussion on this item until the end of January or early February. Consensus
of the Commission was to do so.
Other Commission Action
Commissioner Regulski questioned whether or not the City Attorney had heard from the judge for the clarification in the Dimmitt flag suit. The City Attorney indicated he had received
no word and was expecting something at any time.
Commissioner Regulski also questioned the status of the Stowell suit. The City Attorney reported he was waiting to receive a draft of an agreement in writing from Mr. Stowell's attorney.
They have agreed to the agreement in concept but it has not been formally reviewed. He stated the whole package will come to the Commission at one time.
The Mayor requested a explanation regarding a Notice of Claim. The City Manager indicated this had to do with a rehabilitation project at the Elliott's household and has been a topic
of major dispute.
Commissioner Berfield suggested that in the future when the Commission is considering rate increases, a notice be sent out in the utility bills prior to Commission discussion.
Commissioner Fitzgerald questioned whether or not there was any more information regarding the bingo business in Countryside Village. The City Manager reported he is having it investigated
and he hopes to have a report shortly.
Commissioner Nunamaker complimented the City Manager regarding the process that was being developed with the Gas Division. He stated the Commission was being kept informed, the operation
is improving and he also stated that the activities in the field are improving as well.
The City Manager reported he has made an offer to an individual for the Gas Manager position and hopes to hear from them this week.
Mayor Garvey questioned whether or not the Commission wished to consider the NAACP's request to co-sponsor the Martin Luther King March. It was the consensus to schedule this as an
agenda item.
The Mayor questioned whether or not the Commission wished to address concerns expressed by Russ Kimball of Sheraton Sand Key regarding tourists being ticketed for speeding on Sand Key
Bridge. Tourists are indicating they do not see the signs. Discussion ensued regarding this with it being stated there are 42 signs, blinking lights and other means to notify individuals
of the speed limit on this bridge. No action was directed.
The Mayor requested the resolution from the Florida League of Cities regarding local taxing authority be discussed in the future.
The Mayor questioned a memo sent to the Commission by Mike Wright authored by Ream Wilson and Cyndie Goudeau regarding the Ethics Ordinance. The City Manager indicated this is an item
the Labor Management Committee is discussing and they will be bringing back a variety of things that will require ordinance changes in the future.
The meeting adjourned at 10:25 a.m.