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01/18/2000CITY COMMISSION WORKSESSION CITY OF CLEARWATER January 18, 2000 Present: Brian J. Aungst Mayor/Commissioner Ed Hooper Vice-Mayor/Commissioner J. B. Johnson Commissioner Robert Clark Commissioner Ed Hart Commissioner Also present: Michael J. Roberto City Manager Bill Horne Assistant City Manager Bob Keller Assistant City Manager Pamela K. Akin City Attorney Cynthia E. Goudeau City Clerk Patricia Sullivan Board Reporter The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall. The Commission recessed from 9:01 to 9:09 a.m. to meet as the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) and Pension Trustees. Service Awards Seven service awards were presented to City employees. Dave Laatsch, Information Technology Department, was presented the December 1999 Employee of the Month award. Christopher Hall, Graphics Department, was presented the 1999 Employee of the Year award. PRESENTATIONS PACT - Robert Freedman Ruth Eckerd Hall Executive Director Robert Freedman discussed the PACT’s (Performing Arts Center and Theater) mission statement, and reviewed rankings, arts education programs for children, attendance, its theater company, and quality programming that make Ruth Eckerd Hall an industry leader. David Stone noted the Hall enhances City services and that City support has made the Hall’s successes possible. In FY (fiscal year) 1999, expenses and revenues were $10.8-million each. PACT Foundation Executive Director Kathy Rabon said earned revenues cover 79% of the facility’s annual operating expenses compared with a national average of 37%. She said City funding and State grants represent 6% of revenue and are critical to the Hall’s operation. The PACT Foundation raises $2-million annually. FY 99 attendance was 450,000. She estimated the Hall’s annual economic impact on the area is $26.5-million and helps attract cultural tourism and business and residential relocation. Discounted rates are offered to community organizations to hold events at the Hall. Mr. Freedman said 750 volunteers contribute more than 50,000 hours annually. Ticket costs are subsidized by fundraising activities. He presented a video on the facility. Presentation of Roundabout Plaques Public Works Administrator Rich Baier presented a Clearwater Beach entryway plaque to each City Commissioner. Mr. Baier thanked the City Commission for their support. He said he was most proud of the reclaimed water project and moving the bridge project forward. He thanked citizens for their input. Commission members thanked Mr. Baier for his contributions to the City’s vision, wished him well with his new position in Virginia, and stated the City will miss him. PUR PURCHASING Kaiser Pontiac-Buick GMC, Inc., one 2000 GMC Sonoma compact pickup truck (replacement), for use by Planning, $12,574.445; funding to be provided under City's Master Lease-Purchase Agreement (GSS) Don Reid Ford, two 2000 Ford Explorer 4x4 utility vehicles (replacement), for use by Police, $46,906; funding to be provided under City's Master Lease-Purchase Agreement (GSS) Bell Chevrolet, one 2000 Chevrolet Express 15-passenger van (previously approved addition), $22,374; funding to be provided under City's Master Lease-Purchase Agreement (FD) McLain Southland Equipment, one 2000 Mack front loader refuse collection truck (replacement), $143,318 (SW) Bobcat of Tampa Bay, one 2000 Bobcat Model 863 loader (replacement), $18,821; declare surplus and authorize trade-in, one 1996 Ford New Holland loader (SW) Ring Lift, one 2000 Caterpillar Model DP25K forklift (replacement), $15,293; declare surplus and authorize trade-in, one 1995 Mitsubishi FG-M forklift (G-1509)(SW) Spartan Oil Company, diesel fuel for use in equipment operated by various departments, 1/21/00-12/15/00, estimated $400,000 (GSS) Petroleum Traders Corporation, unleaded vehicle fuel for use by all departments operating motorized equipment, 1/21/00-12/15/00, estimated $350,000 (GSS) Additional Payment of $2,975 to increase total contract with People Map Training AKA E. Michael Lillibridge from $25,000 to $27,975, for consulting services provided from 1/13/99-1/31/00 (CM) Miller Bearings Inc., 1st of 2 extensions, miscellaneous bearings, seals & related items for use at all WPC facilities, 1/21/00-1/31/01, estimated $50,000 (PW) Smith Fence Company, control gates to be located at 3 WPC facilities & 1 at Public Service Complex, $57,795 (PW) Tampa Bay Engineering, utility design & subsurface engineering services, 1/21/00-11/12/02, estimated $275,000 (GAS) In response to a question, regarding the contract for People Map Training, Purchasing Manager George McKibben said the contract is being extended to the end of the month. He had not received a request to renew the contract. In response to a question, he said when possible, contracts are extended to the end of months for consistency. In response to a question regarding the purchases of a loader and forklift, he said those items were not bid as their costs are below the City’s $25,000 bid threshold. The items are listed to allow trade-in of current equipment. ED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (Cont’d from 12/6/99) Acknowledge intent of CRA to Accept Proposal submitted by The Balk Company, Inc., subject to negotiation of a development agreement In accordance with State law, the CRA is notifying the City Commission of its intent to accept the proposal submitted by The Balk Company, Inc., subject to negotiation of a development agreement. This action does not constitute acceptance of the proposal. The City Manager reported at last week’s special public meeting, some citizens had stated support for the condominium project, while others recommended the Main Library be built on the site. It was stated downtown revitalization experts indicate a residential component is essential for success. Set dates for RFDQ Presentations Consensus was to schedule presentations by firms, which responded to the City’s RFDQ (Request for Developer Qualifications) for downtown redevelopment on February 8, 2000, at 9:00 a.m. Town Meeting The quarterly Town Meeting has been scheduled for February 23, 2000, at 7:00 p.m. A location will be determined. FD FIRE Five Year Agreement with Grubbs Construction Company, to provide post-disaster assistance to ensure economic recovery of affected areas of the City if the community sustains major damage beyond City's ability to handle within available resources currently maintained; initial contract cost of $100 Until aid is requested after major damage is sustained, the City’s only expense related to this pre-event agreement is the $100 contract fee. Should disaster related damage be greater than City resources can handle, Grubbs Construction Company will provide clean-up, demolition, removal, reduction, and debris disposal as directed by the City. The firm will use local contractors to supplement their workforce and provide program management assistance to help the City recover costs from State and Federal disaster relief programs. Post-disaster assistance only will be requested after all City resources are exhausted. In response to a question, Deputy Fire Chief Charlie Flowers said the City had piggybacked on another government contract. This assistance will provide the additional workers, resources, and equipment necessary to restore the City’s quality of life. The firm would act only under City direction. Concern was expressed reaction to Clearwater problems could be hampered if the firm has similar agreements with other affected communities. Deputy Fire Chief Flowers said the contract includes a performance bond. The firm is able to handle several Florida disasters at one time. Contract to Temple, Inc. for purchase of 3M OptiCom Traffic preemption equipment for 20 fire vehicles & 20 intersections in the City, amount not to exceed $60,840; funding to be provided under City's Master Lease-Purchase Agreement When mounted on City fire engines and traffic light controllers, this equipment provides fire apparatus traffic flow control at high volume intersections and safer movement during emergency responses. The system will enhance safety and provide fire apparatus on emergency calls with green lights in the direction of travel. The system provides usage tracking to prevent unauthorized use. According to a study in Virginia, the system’s impact on traffic operations is estimated to be 2%. In response to a question, Deputy Fire Chief Jerry Worsham said this new technology will be installed on SR 60 and US 19N except for the Drew Street intersection. The department will establish the maximum length of time a light will remain green. The system’s recording system stores the last 1,000 uses. Activation is possible from 2,500 feet. The City Manager stated affected traffic lights will return quickly to their normal cycles. GS GENERAL SUPPORT SERVICES Ratify/Confirm City Manager's decision to award emergency contract to McMullen Oil Company Inc., for purchase of vehicle fuel, estimated $50,000 FDEP (Florida Department of Environmental Protection) cited the City’s fuel site at Solid Waste for non-compliance issues requiring immediate correction or daily fines. This emergency procurement was necessary to provide uninterrupted fueling to the City fleet. While repairs had been anticipated, the expanded scope of the project made it impractical to repair the site while it was operational. Repairs are complete and the site is operating. Although the emergency contract authorized $50,000, only $33,228.56 was spent. In response to a question, the City Attorney said Assistant City Attorney John Carassas is reviewing the design and materials used to construct the fuel site to determine the cause of non-compliance issues. Once the analysis is complete, staff will report if pursuing the contractor for damages would be cost effective. HM HUMAN RELATIONS Memorandum of Understanding in support of the One-Stop Career Center System The One-Stop Career Center System prepares participants to develop the local economy and strengthen the community through training, education, and employment services. The One-Stop System is operated under the auspices of the PWDB (Pinellas Workforce Development Board), a coalition of local agencies. The One-Stop System provides citizen access to career development services. According to PWDB staff, the MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) does not obligate the City to provide funding or staff. The board requests City support of providing these services Countywide and convenient to customers. Should the City ever wish to provide staff for the program, Risk Management and Human Resources must ensure conformity with applicable City policies and procedures. In response to a question, Human Relations Director Eleanor Breland said federal funding has been redirected from providing employment and training services to working with programs to help transition welfare recipients back to work. The City of Clearwater and City of St. Petersburg are the only local municipalities joining Pinellas County and the Pinellas County School Board to support this program. PD POLICE Contract to Public Safety Management for police field reporting software (FRS) for $392,750 and records management system (RMS) for $124,625, for total cost not to exceed $517,375; authorize loan from Central Insurance Fund in the amount $124,625 to be paid back over 5 years with interest at cash pool rate The Police Department’s Field Reporting and Records Management programs were developed in-house more than a decade ago, are slow, and do not interface efficiently with modern technology. The proposed FRS (Field Reporting Software) will be installed on laptops and interface with the department’s CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) system. The RMS (Records Management System) will provide immediate access to staff. The proposed purchase will reduce the time officers spend writing reports and increase deployment to the community, the key objective of the COPS More Grant. The RMS will provide detectives immediate access to reports delivered via the CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) system and reduce delays between initial investigations and Criminal Investigations Division review. This request is part of the strategic plan for the department’s network capital project established and approved in FY 1993/94. The COPS More Grant will fund the FRS at $392,750. A loan from the Central Insurance fund will fund the RMS at $124,625. These payments were anticipated and will not impact the department’s budget negatively. The lease purchase provider no longer allows the lease purchase of software. In response to a question, Police Chief Sid Klein said the analysis has indicated the program will save 86,000 productive hours during the next 3 years. Maintenance not covered by the warranty will be handled in-house. Staff is familiar with its language. The software provides a foundation for better use of technology. Remaining funds in the grant will be used to purchase laptop computers. Concern was expressed regarding future financial implications of the recent change to disallow lease purchases of software. The City Manager said the life of software is decreasing. It was requested staff analyze how much software is needed and determine if money must be borrowed to cover those expenses. Contracts to: Sierra Wireless for modems, cost not to exceed $180,000 & GTE for cellular digital packet data (CDPD), cost not to exceed $90,000 The CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) wireless communications hardware and service will provide real time in-car reporting, GIS (Geographic Information Services), car-to-car messaging, and access to State, Federal, and local crime information databases. These features are necessary to fulfill technology enhancement requirements in the COPS More grant. Sierra Wireless modems, the defacto standard, are available under Florida State Contract. The department will deploy 135 modems in patrol vehicles to interface with CDPD wireless service. The FRS Committee evaluated local CDPD provider presentations and tested cell site reception and transmissions. The committee selected GTE Wireless. The COPS More Grant will fund the Sierra Wireless Modems. The LLEBG (Local Law Enforcement Block Grant) 2000 will fund the GTE CDPD service. In response to a question, Police Chief Klein estimated the modem’s life at 4 years. This grant-funded request is tied to the technical plan approved by the City Commission in 1994. Efficiencies include digital data dispatch and the ability for officers to access information directly, independent of dispatch. An example of the product was requested for visualization. The City Manager said the hardware will save significant staff time. The Commission recessed from 10:40 to 11:00 a.m. PR PARKS AND RECREATION (Cont’d from 12/6/99) Extension of Agreement with Clearwater Golf Park Since February 24, 1970, Clearwater Golf Park, Inc. has operated the Golf Park. The current lease expires on February 28, 2000. Staff is considering long-range alternatives for the Golf Park and Glen Oaks facilities and needs time to resolve related issues. Staff recommends extending the lease for 3 months until May 31, 2000. All other terms of the agreement will be unchanged. Staff will make a recommendation regarding continued operations to the City Commission before May 31, 2000. Parks & Recreation Director Kevin Dunbar reported the current leaseholder is only willing to extend the agreement to May. Six operators have expressed interest in operating the course for a 2-year period. Staff recommends meeting with these operators and having them submit proposals. The best opportunity to change operators will be on March 1, 2000. It was recommended staff proceed with the best deal possible. Mr. Dunbar will report back in February. Consensus was for staff to proceed with negotiations with the operators that have expressed interest. Lease Agreement with Clearwater Country Club, Inc. for operation of property currently known as Clearwater Country Club Golf Course, 5/1/2002-4/30/2032, pending repeal of 60 year lease limit or change of corporate name by Clearwater County Club, Inc. CCC (Clearwater Country Club) has operated the site since June 1, 1937. The current lease expires on April 9, 2002. The National Golf Foundation Consulting Inc.’s August 1999 analysis of the City’s municipal golf courses recommended the City continue to lease CCC to its members. On September 16, 1999, the City Commission directed staff to negotiate a long-term lease with CCC. Staff has completed lease negotiations with the club. Key items in the tentative lease agreement: 1) City residents shall be given a preferential daily green fee rate reduction equal to 10% of the established green fee; 2) annually, CCC shall pay the City 3% gross annual revenue as property rental fee. Gross revenue defined to include all revenue sources. The first year fee is estimated to be $74,000; 3) if CCC constructs a new clubhouse, City agrees to reduce rental to 1% of gross revenue annually for the first 10 years (approximately $49,000 annually), then 2% annually for second 10 years (approximately $24,500 annually); 4) City has option to purchase all CCC property upon termination or expiration of lease. Purchase shall be for assessed value as determined by the official records of the Pinellas County Property Appraiser; 5) CCC to supply annual audit to City by a Certified Public Accountant; and 6) CCC obligated to pay any Federal, State, or local taxes, and fees for the term of the lease. Mr. Dunbar said key negotiation terms of interest to the City include increase accessibility for Clearwater residents and a 10% discount offered Clearwater residents. Negotiations continue regarding a City purchase of the club’s parcel and clubhouse after 30 years and club payment to the City based on 3% of gross earnings. The club also is obligated to pay taxes. Concern was expressed club members would be required to subsidize the 10% discount. It was stated the club is always crowded, fees are low, and the course is in excellent condition. It was felt the club should not have to pay a fee on activities that do not occur on City property. The club owns and pays taxes on its clubhouse. In response to a question, Mr. Dunbar said the lease requires average Clearwater citizens to have access to tee times. It was stated the public can only book preferred tee times when they are available. Staff will meet with the club monthly to ensure compliance. The liaison committee will meet annually. The club will be closed to the public during club sanctioned events. In response to a question, Mr. Dunbar said if the referendum is not passed, the club must change its name. In reference to the proposed new clubhouse, the City Manager said staff wants to create an opportunity for the club to accomplish this goal without financially burdening the club. PW PUBLIC WORKS Contract to Dames & Moore for continuation of contamination assessment activities at former Annex site, as directed by FDEP, $65,310 Following source removal in 1998, the City entered into an agreement with FDEP (Florida Department of Environmental Protection) to monitor groundwater contamination at the former Annex site. Quarterly Monitoring Only Reports submitted to FDEP measure and track on-site groundwater contamination. After review of the reports, FDEP has requested the City conduct additional subsurface testing to evaluate possible off-site contaminant migration to the west. Staff recommends contracting with Dames & Moore to handle the additional assessment activities. The firm is familiar with current and past site conditions, previously conducted on-site assessments, and reviewed past reports for IMRglobal updates. The firm has an excellent working relationship with the FDEP regulator overseeing this project. To satisfy FDEP’s requests, Dames & Moore will: 1) respond to FDEP comments; 2) correct deficiencies by revising all maps, tables, surveys, and drawings; 3) conduct complete new site survey; 4) sample existing groundwater monitoring wells; 5) install and sample up to 5 additional wells; 6) provide FDEP with quarterly monitoring and reporting details for up to one additional year; and 7) abandon monitoring wells upon receipt of FDEP’s NFA (No Further Action). In response to a question, the City Manager said the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) will fund this contract. IMRglobal’s purchase agreement for this property requires the City to provide monitoring capacity forever. City responsibility to monitor pollution of sites it sells is addressed during negotiations. Contract to Kamminga and Roodvoets, Inc., sanitary sewer replacement on Glenwood Avenue, in vicinity of Palmetto Street, $163,744.35 This contract will replace a 15-inch sanitary sewer main in a utility easement between Elmwood and Smallwood streets, along Glenwood Avenue south of Palmetto Street. A reverse gradient along sections of the current main causes sluggish flow and occasional sewage back-ups for Elmwood Street residents. Replacement of the line is necessary to provide a positive flow. Pinellas County has an annual contract with Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. to provide sanitary sewer repair, rehabilitation and extensions. The contract defines unit prices for various construction items. The firm will base its charges on the County’s contract. In response to a question, Public Works Administrator Mahshid Arasteh said staff had reduced the project’s schedule time by using the County’s contractor. This project is budgeted. Mandalay Avenue options Various options have been proposed for the roadway cross-section when Mandalay Avenue streetscape improvements are implemented. Based on input from the public, the City’s consultant for beach redevelopment, and City staff, alternatives were narrowed to: 1) Option 1 – four 10-foot travel lanes, 4-foot wide landscaped median, two 14-foot wide sidewalks, parallel parking on west side and 2) Option 2 – four 10-foot travel lanes, 10-foot wide landscaped median, two 15-foot wide sidewalks, no on-street parking. Staff seeks direction regarding the preferred option. Ms. Arasteh said $1-million has been budgeted for FY (fiscal year) 2000/01 for this project. She said construction will take place in 2003/04. The City Manager said options for Mandalay Avenue had been reduced to 2 choices. Later this year, staff will submit recommendations related to distribution of traffic south of the roundabout. The parking garage is another important component. The City Manager said staff has begun monitoring use of the roundabout and its affects on earlier traffic studies. A decision on a Mandalay Avenue option will help staff prepare next year’s budget. In response to a question, Ms. Arasteh recommended designing streetscape improvements for Mandalay, San Marco, and Papaya at the same time. Improvements related to the Cheezum project must be complete by 2002. The importance of completing the parking component before the new bridge is open was stated. The City Manager said assumptions are based on the construction of 2 beach parking garages. The City Commission had directed staff to proceed with the Pier 60 Plus parking garage. Ms. Arasteh reviewed the Mandalay Avenue options. The City has budgeted $0.5-million to bury the utilities along a 0.5 mile stretch of Mandalay. She recommended against planting palm trees on a 4-foot median, as they would be difficult to maintain. In response to a question, she said parking was recommended for the west side of Mandalay due to its proximity to the beach. PLD PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Public Hearing & First Reading Ord. #6491-00 - MDR Zoning, 608 Orange Ave., Starr & Savery's Addition to Clearwater, Blk 6, Lot 1 (Jerry & Lynda Gilliam, Z99-05) The applicant requests rezoning from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Medium Density Residential (MDR) on approximately 0.21 acres at 608 Orange Avenue. The site is developed with a Single Family Residence on the east platted lot and the second platted lot to the west fronting Lime Avenue, is vacant. The proposed land use amendment and rezoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Objective 2.5 and Policy 2.5.1. The proposed amendment is compatible with surrounding residential and institutional uses. Sufficient public facilities can accommodate the proposed use. The proposed rezoning is in character with surrounding uses and will not affect the use of other area properties. Assistant Planning Director Cyndi Hardin said Mr. Gilliam had written a letter asking that his rezoning request be amended to Low Medium Density. He has applied to the CDB (Community Development Board) for approval of a site plan that features two houses. The CDB will consider the issue on February 15, 2000. Neighborhood residents had expressed concern the rezoning would allow future owners of the property to develop the site with multi-family units. Ms. Hardin reported Low Medium Density allows attached housing with a maximum of 2 units on the site. It was felt the buffer between single and multi-family development should not be adjusted. She recommended this item be continued to March 2, 2000. Public Hearing & First Reading Ords. #6492-00 & #6493-00 - Land Use Plan Amendment to Commercial General & Commercial Zoning, 2463 Gulf to Bay Blvd., Sec. 18-29-16 (Sunny Grove Mobile Home Park, Inc., Z99-04) The applicant is requesting a Land Use Plan Amendment from Residential Low Medium (RLM) to Commercial General (CG) and a zoning change from Mobile Home Park (MHP) to Commercial (C) for an approximately 1.61 acre site at 2463 Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard. The site is developed with mobile homes. No relocation of residents will be necessary at this time. The proposed land use amendment and rezoning is consistent with the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Objective 2.5. Staff feels the proposal is compatible with surrounding retail, office, and mobile home park uses. Sufficient public facilities can accommodate the proposed use. As the current LOS (level of service) for Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard is at its lowest grade, the change may increase congestion. The change will not impact the environment. Residents will not need to be relocated and will be allowed to live at their existing location. The property owners are responsible for following the proper process if a future relocation is necessary. Clearwater would have sufficient facilities to accommodate any future potential relocation should it become necessary. The CDB recommended approval unanimously. In response to a question, Ms. Hardin said the park’s long term goal is to use these spaces for RVs. Staff will report how many RVs can be parked on the subject property. In response to a question, she said the depth of the development is consistent with others along Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard. Staff will report on State requirements related to changes at Mobile Home Parks. First Reading Ord. #6498-00 - Relating to Occupational License Fees; amending Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, Rates & Charges by 5% increase in fees and amending administrative fee charges In 1995, the City Commission adopted an ordinance that restructured and increased the City’s Occupational License fees under the guidelines of State Statute 205.013, et seq. as amended by a law signed into effect in 1993. The City Commission appointed an Equity Study Commission to review the City’s Occupational License fees and make recommendations. The recommendations were included in an ordinance later adopted by the City Commission. State law allows municipalities to increase their Occupational License fee rates up to 5% every other year after the City’s 1995 ordinance. The City Commission adopted the first 5% increase in 1997. This proposal meets the two-year provision. The increase will generate approximately $80,000 of additional revenue. Part of this revenue was included in the FY (fiscal year) 1999/2000 budget. The estimate is based on historical data from 3 previous years. Planning Official Kevin Garriott said staff recommended increasing the rates for occupational licenses by 5%. Concern was expressed inequities related to current fees charged merchants should be revisited and remedied. The City Attorney said the City cannot change the basis for any fee. She said the City could request State legislation provide another opportunity to reconsider the City’s basis for fees. Support for such legislation was requested. CA LEGAL DEPARTMENT Second Reading Ordinances Ord. #6494-00 – Relating to Employees Pension Plan; amending Sec. 2.393 of Code of Ordinances to amend or delete definitions; amending Sec. 2.397 of Code to amend benefits under the plan; providing for referendum election relating to the pension plan The City Attorney said the question on page 4, should read “for amendment to Employees Pension Fund.” Ord. #6482-00 - Submitting to the City Electors proposed amendments to the City Charter amending Sec. 2.01(d) 5 (vii) regarding leasing surplus municipal real property The City Attorney said the advertising for second readings had not been timely. The City Commission will reconsider these ordinances for third reading and the other ordinances for second reading at the next City Commission meeting. City Commission consideration of these ordinances is necessary as they must be forwarded to the Supervisor of Elections. Resolutions Res. #00-09 - stating intent of City Commission to initiate conflict resolution procedures with the City of Largo; specifying issues of conflict with the City of Largo; directing City Manager to provide a statutorily mandated letter and certified copy of this resolution to the City Manager of the City of Largo Clearwater’s contention that Belleair Road is its southern boundary is supported by its recognition as the border of Clearwater’s planning area, in the Fire District, and in the 1992 Interlocal agreement with Pinellas County, which has never been violated. The tri-city agreement between Pinellas Park, St. Petersburg, and Pinellas County, identifies Belleair Road as Largo’s northern boundary. A 1992 amendment to the 1983 interlocal agreement recognized the border and indicated the municipalities will work to not cross it again. The PPC (Pinellas Planning Council) staff concurs with Clearwater’s position. Largo has voted to annex property on the northwest corner of the Belcher/Belleair intersection. The City Attorney said the City will initiate legal action as directed by the City Commission at the last meeting. The City also must file for a dispute resolution as required by Statute. When the City Commission passes this resolution, the City Manager will send a related letter to Largo. Largo annexed the subject site although Clearwater staff had attended and voiced City of Clearwater objections. The City must file a petition for certiorari within 30 days to challenge the validity of the annexation. Otherwise the action will stand. It was noted the City of Largo had not responded to previous correspondence from Commissioners related to this issue. The City Attorney said the City of Largo has expressed a desire to firm the boundary between the two cities. The City of Clearwater’s dispute with the City of Largo differs from Largo’s dispute with the City of Pinellas Park. It was recommended the City proceed to protect its boundaries. The City Attorney said filing the writ does not preclude coming to a future resolution. In response to a question, the City Attorney said initial discussions had considered undoing previous annexations. That may not be agreeable to either Commission or to affected property owners. Consensus was to firm the boundary line between the Cities of Clearwater and Largo as Belleair Road. In response to a question, the City Attorney said the statute establishes a procedure that includes a meeting of staff and a meeting of the two Commissions. She said the City has an interest to pursue resolution. The City Attorney said if the City of Largo feels it can provide sewer service to the property more economically than the City of Clearwater, that issue could be legitimate. It was felt the City must prevent future intrusions in its planning area. In response to a question, the City Attorney said the City of Largo does not anticipate deannexing the Belleair property. Concern was expressed the needs of the subject landowner must be considered. In response to a question, the City Manager said all boundaries are not based on which municipality can serve the property more inexpensively. He said current boundaries should be changed if they do not make sense. The City Attorney said the City of Clearwater would have to construct a lift station to serve the subject property’s sewer needs while the City of Largo would have to bore under Belleair Road to provide the service. Consensus was for the City Attorney to prepare a resolution for City Commission consideration on Thursday to move the dispute resolution forward. . OTHER CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS Request for attorney-client session re Scott v. City The City Attorney said an attorney/client session regarding Scott versus the City may not be necessary. The settlement relates to an automobile accident on US 19N at Drew Street that resulted in a fatality. A Clearwater Police vehicle did strike Mr. Scott’s vehicle. She recommended the City Commission approve a $100,000 settlement. Consensus was to consider this issue as a Consent Agenda item. Other Commission Action Commissioner Hooper said had represented the Mayor at the countywide Pinellas Trail Millennium Torch Event. The Trail Society awarded the City a framed document. Commissioner Johnson said he had enjoyed the breakfast at the Martin Luther King Center yesterday and the following parade in celebration of Martin Luther King Day. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 12:17 p.m.