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03/15/2007 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES CITY OF CLEARWATER March 15, 2007 Present: Frank Hibbard Mayor Carlen Petersen Vice-Mayor William C. Jonson Councilmember John Doran Councilmember J.B. Johnson Councilmember Also Present: William B. Horne II City Manager Garry Brumback Assistant City Manager. Rod Irwin Assistant City Manager Pamela Akin City Attorney Cynthia E. Goudeau City Clerk Brenda Moses Board Reporter The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, offered the invocation, and led the Pledge of Allegiance. To provide for continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in that order. 4. Presentations: 4.1 Service Awards Two service awards were presented to City employees. 4.2 American Public Works Association (APWA) Award: Environmental Project of the Year - Glen Oaks Storm Water Project The Mayor accepted the APWA Award for Environmental Project of the Year – Glen Oaks Stormwater Project, and thanked employees Elliot Schoberg, Engineering Department, Perry Lopez, Ed Burke, and Melvin Maciolek of the Public Services/Construction Department, and Brian Murphree and Leroy Chin of the Parks & Recreation Department, who led the project. 4.3 Parkview Development & General Update - Jacqueline Rivera, Clearwater Housing Authority Jacqueline Rivera, CHA (Clearwater Housing Authority), provided information regarding the proposed Parkview Development and CHA. In response to questions, Ms. Rivera said it will take 16 - 24 months to obtain all permits for the Parkview development. Although there are fewer affordable housing units available, use of the Section 8 program has made up the difference. In response to a concern that landlords do not always accept Section 8 vouchers, Ms. Rivera said CHA has had no problems finding landlords. CHA is investigating potential private partnerships for Parkview. CHA partners with HEP (Homeless Emergency Project) to create a transitional housing program that mimicks Section 8 to provide rental assistance. She said CHA does not target specific groups, such as teachers, when providing affordable/workforce housing. Council 2007-03-15 1 4.4 Office on Aging Update - Kerry Marsalek, Parks & Recreation Kerry Marsalek, Parks & Recreation Department, presented an update on Office of Aging activities. In response to a question, Ms. Marsalek said the survey indicated that the Countryside area is lacking in hurricane preparedness and Morningside residents had the highest number of caregivers that need help themselves. She said staff is compiling information regarding how the needs of seniors of tomorrow will differ from those of today. 5. Approval of Minutes 5.1 Approve the minutes of the March 1, 2007 City Council Meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. Councilmember Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 1, 2007, as recorded and submitted in written summation by the city Clerk to each Councilmember. motioncarried The was duly seconded and unanimously. 6. Citizens to be Heard re Items Not on the Agenda – None. Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM 7. Administrative Public Hearings 7.1 Approve the applicant's request to vacate the 60-foot right-of-way of Florida Avenue lying south of and adjacent to the south right-of-way line of Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard (State Road 60, a 100 foot right-of-way), and north of the 30.00 foot westerly extension of the south line of said Lot 8, Block “A” and the 30.00 foot easterly extension of the south line of said Lot 7, Block “B”; Suburb Beautiful as more particularly described in the ordinance and vacate the 2-foot utility easements lying along the rear of Lots 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8, Block “A”, and the rear of Lots 1, 2, 5 and 7, Block “B” of Suburb Beautiful, (A.K.A. 1771 Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard), subject to the applicant relocating all existing utilities in the areas to be vacated at the applicant’s sole expense and to the satisfaction of the owners of said utilities prior to the effective date of the ordinance, and pass Ordinance 7801-07 on first reading. The applicant proposes to consolidate the vacated street portion of Florida Avenue together with adjoining properties to develop a new CVS pharmacy/store. Knology, Verizon and Progress Energy have facilities in the areas to be vacated and have no objection to the vacation request provided that the applicant bears cost of relocation of their facilities. The City of Clearwater has water, sanitary sewer and natural gas utilities in the areas to be vacated. In addition to bearing cost of relocation of the facilities, applicant will also need to grant new utility easements for relocated utilities. Public Works Administration has no objections to the vacation request provided that the request is granted subject to the relocation of all utilities at the applicant's sole cost and to the satisfaction of the owners of the utilities. In response to questions, Assistant Engineering Director Scott Rice said Lots 5 and 6 are zoned commercial and lots 7 and 8 are zoned MDR. Staff will confirm zoning designations. Ed Armstrong, representative, said the developer acquired the overall parcel and the zoning is as presented by staff. Council 2007-03-15 2 One person spoke in support of the application. Councilmember Doran moved to approve the applicant's request to vacate the 60-foot right-of-way of Florida Avenue lying south of and adjacent to the south right-of-way line of Gulf to Bay Boulevard (State Road 60, a 100 foot right-of-way), and north of the 30.00 foot westerly extension of the south line of said Lot 8, Block “A” and the 30.00 foot easterly extension of the south line of said Lot 7, Block “B”; Suburb Beautiful as more particularly described in the ordinance attached and vacate the 2-foot utility easements lying along the rear of Lots 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8, Block “A”, and the rear of Lots 1, 2, 5 and 7, Block “B” of Suburb Beautiful, (A.K.A. 1771 Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard), subject to the applicant relocating all existing utilities in the areas to be vacated at the applicant’s sole expense and to the satisfaction of the owners of said utilities prior motioncarried to the effective date of the ordinance. The was duly seconded and unanimously. Ordinance 7801-07 was presented for first reading and read by title only. Councilmember motion Johnson moved to pass Ordinance 7801-07 on first reading. The was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Petersen, Johnson, Jonson, Doran, and Hibbard. "Nays": None. 7.2 Approve an amendment to the Recreation and Open Space Element of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan and Pass Ordinance 7782-07 on first reading. The proposed text amendments to the Recreation and Open Space Element of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan recognize the importance of preserving, maintaining and enhancing Clearwater’s open spaces, blueways, greenways and trails. The proposed text amendments also further the coordination with other private and public entities to preserve, maintain and enhance such areas. These minor revisions to existing objectives and policies will assist the Parks and Recreation Department’s efforts to compete for grants from the State of Florida to acquire and enhance open space and natural lands. The Planning Department has determined that the proposed amendment is consistent with other provisions of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan, will not adversely impact the use of property, will adversely affect neither the natural environment nor public facilities. The Community Development Board reviewed these amendments at its public hearing on February 20, 2007 and unanimously recommended approval. Because this is a text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, review and approval by the Florida Department of Community Affairs is required. Councilmember Jonson moved to approve an amendment to the Recreation and Open motion Space Element of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan. The was duly seconded and carried unanimously. Ordinance 7782-07 was presented for first reading and read by title only. Councilmember motion Petersen moved to pass Ordinance 7782-07 on first reading. The was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: Council 2007-03-15 3 "Ayes": Petersen, Johnson, Jonson, Doran, and Hibbard. "Nays": None. 7.3 Continue the Annexation, Land Use Plan and Zoning Designations for 2115 Pleasant Parkway to April 4, 2007. Staff requested this item be continued to April 4, 2007. Councilmember Doran moved to continue the Annexation, Land Use Plan and Zoning motion Designations for 2115 Pleasant Parkway to April 4, 2007. The was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 7.4 Continue to a date uncertain the Annexation, Future Land Use Plan and zoning designations for property located at 205 North Belcher Road (2212-2216 Drew Street & 2205 Norman Drive) (M/B 33/12 Lot 2, 29, & 30, Block D, Temple Terrace Subdivision in Section 7, Township 29 South and Range 16 East). Staff requests this item be continued to a date uncertain. Councilmember Johnson moved to continue to a date uncertain the Annexation, Future Land Use Plan and zoning designations for property located at 205 North Belcher Road (2212- 2216 Drew Street & 2205 Norman Drive) (M/B 33/12 Lot 2, 29, & 30, Block D, Temple Terrace motion Subdivision in Section 7, Township 29 South and Range 16 East). The was duly carried seconded and unanimously. City Manager Reports 8. Consent Agenda – Approved as submitted. 8.1 Award a contract to R. Cobb Construction Company, Bid 06-0035PR, of Clearwater, Florida, for $148,921.97, for the construction of a parking lot at Crest Lake Park, due west of the Doggie Days Dog Park on property previously known as Park Lake Motel. (consent) 8.2 Approve the final plat for “GLENSIDE” located at 2400 Varsity Drive, which is on is approximately 0.2 of a mile west of Old Coachman Road and 0.5 of a mile North of Drew Street. (consent) 8.3 Accept a 5-foot Sidewalk and Utilities Easement conveyed by Pappas & Sons, LLC, over and across a portion of Lot 2, MATHEWS/NIELSEN REPLAT given in consideration of receipt of $1.00 and the benefits to be derived therefrom. (consent) 8.4 Approve a three year contract for Copper Precipitant (RFP 15-07) and award a contract to Water Specialists Technologies LLC, of Sanford, Florida for the sum of $344,850, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. (consent) 8.5 Authorize settlement of Morris v. City of Clearwater, Case No. 06-2025-CI-20, for payment by City of $45,000.00 in exchange for full release from plaintiff and dismissal of action with prejudice. Council 2007-03-15 4 Councilmember Petersen moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted and that motion the appropriate officials be authorized to execute the same. The was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 9. Other items on City Manager Reports 9.1 Amend the City's fiscal year 2006/07 Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets at First Quarter and pass Ordinances 7790-07 and 7791-07 on first reading. The fiscal year 2006/07 Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets were adopted in September 2006 by Ordinances 7674-06 and 7675-06. Section 2.521 of the City's Code of Ordinances requires the City Manager prepare a quarterly report detailing income, expenditure estimates, collections, the explanation of significant variances, as well as the financial status of all capital improvement projects. The First Quarter Budget Review, in accordance with the City Code of Ordinances, is based on three months of activity (October 2006 through December 2006) in this fiscal year. The report comments on major variances, as well as documents all proposed amendments. Significant Fund amendments: 1) General Fund - General Fund revenues and expenditure amendments reflect a net increase of $2,586,905. Major reasons for the overall General Fund expenditure increase includes the appropriation of General Fund retained earnings of $1.2 million for the Fleet Maintenance facility expansion, $157,200 to the Gas Mains Extension project, and $8,750 for the new City Hall project supporting the City/County joint use facility. All of these amendments were previously approved by the City Council. In addition, the amendment reflects an additional transfer of almost $677,000 to the Gas Mains Extension project which is funded by an offsetting increase in dividends from the Gas Fund, and the Beach Guard program reflects an increase of $452,310 transferring the entire Beach Guard program to the General Fund, of which one-half will be supported by the Parking Fund, and the offsetting revenue is also recognized in these amendments. Again, these amendments have also been previously approved by the City Council and 2) General Fund Reserves – In order to ensure adequate reserves, the City Council’s policy reflects that General Fund unappropriated retained earnings of 8.5% of the City’s budgeted General Fund expenditures must be maintained as a reserve to guard against future emergencies. With the closing of the year-end 2006 books, and the allocation of reserves noted above, estimated General Fund reserves at first quarter are approximately $20.5 million, or 16.8% of the current year’s General Fund budget, exceeding the City’s reserve policy by just over $10 million. Significant amendments to other City Operating Funds: 1) Stormwater Fund - At first quarter, the Stormwater Budget reflects an increase of $587,090. This supports increased funding for Stormwater capital projects, and was approved by the City Council on January 18, 2007 as part of the Stormwater bond restructuring; 2) Gas Fund - Budget amendments to the Gas Fund reflect an increase of almost $1.1 million to provide an additional dividend to the General Fund, and $298,000 to the Capital Improvement Fund to provide support to the Gas Inventory Work Management System. Both of these amendments have been previously approved by the City Council; 3) Solid Waste Fund - At first quarter, the Solid Waste Fund revenues reflect the return of $2.4 million from the Beach Walk project. This amendment was approved by the City Council at the December 14, 2006 meeting; 4) Marine and Aviation Fund - At first quarter, Marine and Aviation Fund revenues reflect a net increase of approximately $110,000. The primary amendment recognizes the return of funding from capital improvement projects to improve the cash reserves in this fund; 5) Parking Fund - Budgeted expenditures in the Parking Fund at first Council 2007-03-15 5 quarter reflect a proposed increase of $125,510. The first of two amendments resulting in this increase recognizes the $62,000 needed to fund the operations and other related expenditures of the temporary lot approved by the City Council on February 15, 2007. The second amendment corrects an error in the adopted budget, recognizing the budget transfer to reimburse the Stormwater Fund for sweeping beach parking lots. This budgeted expenditure was overlooked in the construction of the adopted budget; 6) Central Insurance Fund - At first quarter, the Central Insurance Fund revenues reflect the return of $2.4 million from the Downtown Streetscape and Beach Walk projects. These amendments were approved by the City Council at September and December 2006 meetings; 7) Capital Improvement Fund - First quarter amendments to the Capital Improvement Fund reflect a decrease of $2,074,863, primarily due to the return of more than $4.4 million to the Solid Waste and Central Insurance Funds from the Beach Walk project. A list of capital improvement project budget increases that have been previously approved by the City Council were included on page 22 of the report. Project budget increases not previously approved by the Council reflect an increase of approximately $1.2 million, and were also summarized on page 22. The largest of these proposed increases is an increase of almost $454,000 to the Bio Solids Treatment project recognizing funds received from Safety Harbor supporting the project. Other projects reflect increases from the receipt of interest earnings or an increase to a project as the result of merging two projects with similar scopes; and 8) Special Program Fund - The Special Program Fund reflects a net budget increase of $2,070,003 at first quarter. Amendments include the recognition of more than $926,000 in grants proceeds supporting programs for Americorps, red light running, human trafficking, recycling, and Juvenile Welfare grants supporting neighborhood recreation programs. Other significant amendments reflect more than $397,000 for the Special Events programs in the last six months, $335,000 from police fines and court proceeds to support public safety programs and $229,000 in revenues for police outside duty contractual services. Councilmember Petersen moved to amend the City's fiscal year 2006/07 Operating and motioncarried Capital Improvement Budgets at First Quarter. The was duly seconded and unanimously. Ordinance 7790-07 was presented for first reading and read by title only. Councilmember motion Doran moved to pass Ordinance 7790-07 on first reading. The was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Petersen, Jonson, Doran, Johnson, and Hibbard. "Nays": None. Ordinance 7791-07 was presented for first reading and read by title only. Councilmember motion Johnson moved to pass Ordinance 7791-07 on first reading. The was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Petersen, Jonson, Doran, Johnson, and Hibbard. "Nays": None. 9.2 Amend Appendix A, Article VIII, Clearwater Code of Ordinances, to add a revised schedule of fees for Fire and Life Safety Inspections and to clarify the effective date of Subsections (1)-(14) and pass Ordinance 7819-07 on first reading. Council 2007-03-15 6 Section 633.081, Florida Statutes (2006) allows the governing body of a municipality, county, or special district with fire safety enforcement responsibilities to provide a schedule of fees to pay the cost of inspections and related administrative expenses. A new schedule of fire and life safety inspection fees was adopted on January 31, 2007; however, a Scribner’s error was discovered specifically relating to the fees contained in Sections (2), (3), (4), and (9) of Appendix A, Article VIII, Clearwater Code of Ordinances. The Scribner’s error has been corrected. Additionally, the fees imposed in Subsections (1)-(14) of Appendix A, Article VIII, should be applied only to those projects for which a building permit application has been submitted subsequent to April 4, 2007. With the passing of this modified ordinance, the Division of Fire Prevention Services will be funded through user fees paid by developers, builders, or contractors for the fire safety enforcement services, which takes the burden off of the citizens currently paying for this service through their property taxes. Councilmember Jonson moved to amend Appendix A, Article VIII, Clearwater Code of Ordinances, to add a revised schedule of fees for Fire and Life Safety Inspections and to clarify motioncarried the effective date of Subsections (1)-(14). The was duly seconded and unanimously. Ordinance 7819-07 was presented for first reading and read by title only. Councilmember motion Petersen moved to pass Ordinance 7819-07 on first reading. The was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Petersen, Johnson, Jonson, Doran, and Hibbard. "Nays": None. 9.3 Approve the purchase of property insurance from April 1, 2007 through April 1, 2008, at the level of insurance provided for in this agenda item, at amount not to exceed $3,250,000. The Risk Management Division of the Finance Department has requested Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. - (Florida) to obtain quotes for the property insurance program expiring April 1, 2007. Several options were reviewed prior to our recommendation of coverage levels. Risk Management requested quotes for a separate policy for public utilities structures as well as a separate policy for the automobile/physical damage portion of the program. To date, the most cost-effective quote received was to continue to combine our property risks under one policy. If significant savings develop between now and April 1, Risk Management will place separate policies for these separate exposures. In addition to plan design, Risk Management reviewed different levels of insurance. The City’s expiring insurance program insured to the City’s total insured value. This is no longer possible, both from a capacity and from a pricing perspective. Council 2007-03-15 7 Should the City opt for All Other Perils coverage only (excluding coverage for all wind, flood and earthquake), premium indications are as follows: 1) $600,000 for $35 Million, 2) $680,000 for $75 Million, and 3) $730,000 for $100 Million. Proposals for more comprehensive coverage ranged from $1,618,000 in premium to $3,021,000. Proposals ranged from offering $20M of wind coverage to offering $55M of wind coverage. Additionally, the City is able to procure coverage over $35M for All Other Perils (AOP) to $75M. The proposals meriting further review are as follows: 1) Wind & AOP coverage to $20M at an approximate cost of $1,618,000; 2) Wind coverage to $35M & AOP to $75M at an approximate cost of $2,430,000. ($2,350,000 + $80,000); 3) Wind & AOP coverage to $50M at an approximate cost of $2,882,000; 4) Wind coverage to $50M & AOP to $75M at an approximate cost of $2,932,000 ($2,882,000 + $50,000); 5) Wind & AOP coverage to $55M at an approximate cost of $3,021,000. To assist in decision-making, a Catastrophe Analysis Summary using City values and projecting future storms was completed for this renewal. According to this study, every 100 years one storm would cause approximately $34M of damage to City-owned properties. The City Administration, through its Risk Management Division, recommends that the City purchase property insurance coverage as follows: Wind & AOP coverage to $50M at an approximate cost of $2,882,000. Given today’s market, Risk Management believes that this is a reasonable level of insurance. The agenda item requests authorization to $3,250,000 to cover any changes in property values during the term of this policy. The City budgeted $4,332,910 for property insurance premiums in FY07. Of this amount, $2 million was funded from reserves. To date, a not to exceed amount of $690,000 was approved by the Council for the purchase the 6-month gap of $10 million in coverage for the period 10/1/06 – 3/31/07. Approximately $620,000 of this was needed, leaving an available balance of approximately $3,712,910 ($4,332,910 - $620,000). Any funds not needed for insurance premiums, will roll back to reserves at the end of the year. Support was expressed for an additional $5 million in coverage at the additional cost of $137,000. Assistant City Manager Garry Brumback suggested rather than spending funds on additional coverage, the money should be used to strengthen City facilities. He did not know if hardening would lower premiums. It was remarked that in addition to insurance coverage, the City has retained earnings for catastrophes. Councilmember Jonson moved to approve the purchase of property insurance from April 1, 2007 through April 1, 2008, at the level of insurance provided for in this agenda item, at motion amount not to exceed $3,250,000. The was duly seconded. Councilmembers Petersen, Doran, and Mayor Hibbard voted “Aye”; Councilmembers Jonson and Johnson voted “Nay.” carried Motion . 9.4 Amend Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, Rates and Charges, Section XI, Parks, Beaches, Recreation, as it relates to deleting specific rental fees for parks and recreation facilities and pass Ordinance 7789-07 on first reading. Council 2007-03-15 8 Appendix A of the Code of Ordinances currently contains a listing of various rental fees for Parks and Recreation facilities. In 1995, the City Council adopted Resolution 95-31, which in part increased rental fees and authorized the City Manager or designee to establish and adjust rental fees in the future. Unfortunately at that time, Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, Rates and Charges, Section XI, Parks, Beaches, Recreation was not amended to reflect this change and the rental fees were left in the Code when they should have been deleted. Therefore, staff is recommending that the Ordinance be amended to correct this mistake and remove the specific rental rates for Appendix A. Since 1995, rental fees for recreation facilities have been modified on several different occasions to respond to market rates and demands. Current rental rates can be obtained from the Parks and Recreation Department upon request. Councilmember Petersen moved to amend Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, Rates and Charges, Section XI, Parks, Beaches, Recreation, as it relates to deleting specific rental fees for motioncarried parks and recreation facilities. The was duly seconded and unanimously. Ordinance 7789-07 was presented for first reading and read by title only. Councilmember motion Doran moved to pass Ordinance 7789-07 on first reading. The was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Petersen, Johnson, Jonson, and Doran. "Nays": None Absent: Hibbard. 9.5 Amend Chapter 32 as related to watering restriction changes under a drought directive from the Southwest Florida Water Management District and pass ordinance 7802-07 on first reading. The City Manager reported that staff requests this item be continued to April 4, 2007. motion Councilmember Doran moved to continue Item 9.5, to April 4, 2007. The was carried duly seconded and unanimously. 9.6 Adopt Resolution 07-09, expressing the City’s opposition to consideration by the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners to change the water and sewer system flow of funds from a closed to an open flow of funds system. The BOCC (Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners) has discussed changing the County’s water and sewer system flow of funds from a closed flow of funds to an open flow of funds, and has requested the City’s comments with respect to this change. According to City staff, it is in the best interest of the citizens of the City of Clearwater, who are also rate payers for Council 2007-03-15 9 both Pinellas County Water and Sewer utilities, to retain the “closed” flow of utility funds and assets. Further, the utility funds and properties should be preserved for the benefit of the utility ratepayers. Requested via this Resolution of the City Council is opposition of any consideration by the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners to change the water and sewer system flow of funds from a closed to an open flow of funds, and resolution will be provided to the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners and the Pinellas County Administrator. There are no costs associated with this item. Councilmember Johnson moved to approve expressing the City’s opposition to consideration by the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners to change the water and motion sewer system flow of funds from a closed to an open flow of funds system. The was duly carried seconded and unanimously. Resolution 07-09 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jonson moved to pass and adopt Resolution 07-09 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Petersen, Johnson, Jonson, Doran, and Hibbard. "Nays": None. Miscellaneous Reports and Items 10. City Attorney Reports 10.1 Adopt Resolution 07-12 regarding state legislation regarding billboards. Councilmember Jonson moved to oppose state legislation regarding billboards. The motioncarried was duly seconded and unanimously. Resolution 07-12 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Jonson moved to pass and adopt Resolution 07-12 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: "Ayes": Petersen, Johnson, Jonson, Doran, and Hibbard. "Nays": None. 11. City Manager Verbal Reports 11.1 City Manager Verbal Reports The City Manager said Beach Walk originally was designed as a 3.5-year project that would impact Spring Breaks. Engineering Director Mike Quillen reviewed Beach Walk construction. Stopping the project during Spring Break would delay completion for six months and postpone the construction Council 2007-03-15 10 of the Aqualea Resort. The City wants the project completed prior to Super Bowl in 2009. Work on Harnden and Gulfview will be completed today. In response to a question, Mr. Quillen said area infrastructure has reached the end of its useful life. . It was remarked that the sidewalk next to Pier 60 had been closed. Mr. Quillen said staff had paved a path for Pier 60 access. Locating the sidewalk closer to the construction area would pose safety risks. The contractor has worked diligently regarding safety issues. 12. Other Council Action 12.1 Other Council Action Councilmembers reported on events in which they recently participated and reviewed upcoming events. Councilmembers Jonson, Doran. Petersen. Johnson. and Hibbard were pleased about the Penny for Pinellas and downtown boatslips referendum passed; thanked candidates who ran for Council seats and those who voted. Councilmembers Doran and Johnson credited the Mayor's leadership for passage of downtown boatslips referendum. Councilmember Doran enjoyed working with Councilmembers Jonson and Johnson; said the Council listened to all at the Gateway meeting, especially regarding the soup kitchen location; said Council can listen but sometimes cannot do and the only option is to try to make things better. Councilmember Johnson thoroughly enjoyed his time serving on Council. Councilmembers Petersen and Jonson were glad the Phillies are back in town. Mayor Hibbard said the success of the downtown boatslips referendum was possible due to team work by Council; appreciated staff's efforts; great things going on in City; encouraged all to visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium and see improvements; taxation is issue; County Commissioner See I starting new Move It Move It Challenge; Lokey's Keys to Kindness promotion deadline is the first week in May - encourages nomination of great public servants throughout Tampa Bay; congratulated new Councilmembers; thanked Norma Carlough for running. 13. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m. -~/~ ~yor City of Clearwater Council 2007-03-15 11